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f it seems impossible to you that we’re talking about school again, imagine how we feel. Publishers always work weeks or even months ahead. So while we were laying the groundwork for this issue of Natural Awakenings, devoted to children’s health and education, the tomatoes in our garden were just starting to ripen. That’s just not right. Or maybe it is. After all, children are long-term projects, and raising healthy, well-balanced kids is all about planning ahead. While the best memories of parenthood are of spontaneous moments— fleeting, often unexpected times of joy or victory or tenderness or laughter—those wildflowers usually spring from carefully cultivated soil. One of the most critical decisions parents can make—a decision that can have lifelong benefits or repercussions—is how and where to educate their children. School choice long ago expanded beyond the public-versus-private debate with the creation of magnet and charter schools and the growing popularity of homeschooling. But there are other education options you might not have heard of—both within and outside those categories. (Have you ever heard of “un-schooling”?) Our feature story, “Schools that Rock,” page 18, takes you behind the scenes in schools that are engaging their students in out-of-the box ways. A little closer to home, our friends at the YMCA in Chattanooga offer advice to help parents get their kids in back-to-school mode before that big first day arrives. Once again, planning is everything: start now establishing good sleep and nutrition habits so that the transition to school will be as painless as possible. Read more on page 7. And what goes hand in hand with back to school? Cooties. Or if you want to get technical, viruses and bacteria. As any seasoned parent knows, kids are bombarded by them the minute they step through the classroom door. While colds and other bugs aren’t entirely avoidable, there are plenty of natural ways parents can help protect their kids from getting sick. This is another case where advance planning yields the best results. (Despite generations of reported success stories, the medical efficacy of cootie shots remains inconclusive.) Our Healthy Kids feature, page 24, explains how good nutrition, sunlight and even laughter (the best medicine?) can be powerful weapons against childhood illness. Parents-to-be should be sure to read our complementary article, page 5, in which Nutrition World manager Jim Kresse suggests ways to boost children’s immunity even before they’re born. Finally, don’t miss our profile of Main Street staple Niedlov’s Breadworks (page 12), a pioneer in Chattanooga’s now-burgeoning natural/local food movement. One warning: don’t read it on an empty stomach unless you’re ready to go to the Southside.
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t’s never too early to start boosting a child’s immunity, says Jim Kresse, manager of Nutrition World in Chattanooga. Kids are bombarded by germs, bacteria and viruses every day, and many are exposed to toxins even before they’re born. Beginning with good prenatal practices, there are plenty of simple ways to equip children with a great defense against illness, Kresse says. While there are obvious things pregnant women should avoid, like smoking, they also should pay close attention to their diets. “A mother-to-be needs to eat well to support her baby while it’s in the womb,” Kresse says. “A good emotional and mental attitude helps with the baby’s development, along with proper hydration and a good, nutritious diet without processed foods.” Pregnant women should take Omega-3s, vitamins and supplements to support the baby’s proper development, he says, and after the baby is born, moms should breastfeed if at all possible, as breast milk contains immuneenhancing antibodies and white blood cells. Good nutrition continues to boost immunity into childhood. Kresse says children should consume little salt and sugar, drink plenty of filtered water (not from the tap), take a high-quality multivitamin and vitamin C, and consume fresh fruit and vegetable juices with immunity-enhancing phytonutrients. It’s important that those proper dietary habits continue as children grow older and more independent, so parents should watch what their children eat. “Limit red meat and encourage consumption of organic foods,” Kresse advises. For the best health, children need lots of exercise— which means less screen time—and they still need plenty of sleep, which also contributes to a healthy immune system. “Studies show that kids need anywhere from 10 to 18 hours of sleep a day, depending on the age of the child,” he says. Avoid exposing children to second-hand smoke, he says, and stick to the old rules of good hygiene: “Teach kids to wash their hands with soap regularly, especially after playing outside or with pets, attending day care, and using the bathroom.” Kresse says all these steps will help ensure the proper development of a child’s immune system. “Remember to stay happy and healthy and set a good example,” he adds. “Your child will mimic your habits, and the results will make you proud.” For more information on natural ways to boost health and immunity, visit the Nutrition World website, NutritionW.com. See ad pages 9, 14, 24 and 40.
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newsbriefs Nationally Known Yoga Teacher CHEO Hosts Free Transcendental Leads CSY Workshop Meditation Presentation
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ationally known yoga teacher Doug Keller, who has produced a series of instructional books, CDs and online training videos on hatha yoga, is coming back to Chattanooga to lead a weekend workshop, “The Rhythm of Health,” at ClearSpring Yoga August 29-30. Keller began studying yoga as a philosophy student at Georgetown University and at Fordham University in New York, where he completed his PhD. During his doctoral studies he met the meditation master Swami Muktananda. He says that in recent years, he has been drawn more to detailed studies in anatomy, yoga therapy and the expansion of his own vision. “The expansion of yoga beyond the practices taught in more ancient times is, to me, an expression of the freedom at the heart of yoga and of consciousness itself,” he says. Keller’s workshop will begin on Friday with “The Firing Order of Muscles: Secrets of Sequencing,” from 1 to 5 p.m., and “Taking Root to Fly: From Mula to Uddiyana in Hip Openings, Forward Bends and Pranayama,” from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday sessions are “Timing Is Everything: A Yoga Tune-Up that Explores the Firing Order of Your Muscles,” from 9 a.m. to noon, and “Safe Joint Opening: Resetting the Internal ‘GPS,’” from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
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The entire workshop is $250. For more information or to register online, visit ClearSpringYoga.com and click on the Workshops and Events tab. ClearSpring Yoga is located at 105 N. Market St., Chattanooga. To contact the studio, call 423266-3539. See ad page 13.
CHEO, the Complementary Health Education Organization, holds its free monthly educational programs in the Speaker/ Yoga Room at Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., on the third Sunday of each month. For more information, contact Merry Johnson at 706-952-1608 or visit 4CHEO.org. See resource guide listing page 35.
HEO’s August educational program will feature a presentation on transcendental meditation (TM), used as a simple, natural way to boost mental and physical well-being. Ellen Craig, a certified TM teacher, will speak at the event, which will be held August 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Nutrition World in Chattanooga. CHEO’s monthly programs are free and open to the public. The TM technique is easy to learn and enjoyable to practice, and it’s not a religion, philosophy or lifestyle, Craig says. “More than 6 million people of all ages, cultures and religions have learned it,” she says. “More than 350 published research studies have found that the TM technique effortlessly produces a state of restful alertness that markedly reduces stress, anxiety and fatigue and promotes balanced functioning of mind and body. It’s recommended that TM be practiced 20 minutes twice a day. Craig’s presentation, which will be followed by a Q&A, will include an explanation of what TM is, how it works and what its benefits are; the research behind the technique; how the technique is learned; and how it differs from other forms of meditation. She will also show videos of ways TM is being used to help returning veterans with PTSD, children with ADHD or autism, battered women, the homeless, Native Americans with diabetes, and inner-city students.
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earningRx Chattanooga Brain Training Center will host a back-to-school open house on August 2 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The public is invited to take part in free brain training demonstrations and learn homework tips with effective strategies to help students succeed this school year. The event will include free food and prizes. Attendees can also sign up for a cognitive skills assessment and receive 50 percent off the test. The results of the assessment can help students decide which steps to take in strengthening weak cognitive skills, says Michelle HeckerDavis, the Center’s executive director. “Schools are often mandated to screen for problems with vision, hearing, weight and other health-related concerns,” she says. “It is important to note that screening for cognitive skills weaknesses helps to uncover problems which can hinder learning.” According to Davis, common signs of weak cognitive skills include reading problems, attention issues, struggling with long hours of homework, poor grades, lack of confidence, and “mystery ailments,” such as unexplained sicknesses on test days. LearningRx specializes in identifying and correcting the underlying cognitive skill deficiencies that might keep people from achieving their full potential in school, business or life, Davis says. “Our trainers use intensive one-on-one training to quickly enhance weak cognitive skills such as attention, memory, processing speed and problem solving,” she says. LearningRx Chattanooga Brain Training Center is located at 2040 Hamilton Place Blvd., near Bed, Bath & Beyond and Marshalls. To learn more about LearningRx, visit LearningRx. com/Chattanooga-east or call 423-305-1599. See ad page 16.
ne of the toughest parts of back-to-school time is readjusting to the strict schedule. But as a new school year approaches, parents can take steps now to make the transition easier for their children and themselves, says Delane Ogden, preschool director for the Child Development Center at the Downtown Family YMCA in Chattanooga. Establishing a regular Delane Ogden, Preschool bedtime well before school starts Director, Child Development is critical, Ogden says. “Many Center, Downtown YMCA parents don’t set a specific bedtime in the summer, making it difficult for their children to transition back to school time,” she says. Parents should also reestablish regular breakfasts (another typical victim of summer) and get kids into the habit of drinking water. “When school starts, temperatures are still well into the 80s or higher,” she says. “Children need to drink water throughout the school day, especially if they play outside at recess.” Ogden also suggests that parents have their children read for 10 minutes each night before bed. “Reading skills are among the best tools children can have, but during the summer, reading is the last thing most children want to do,” she says. “Having them read each night will keep those skills sharp for school.” If kids need a back-to-school checkup or immunization, make the appointment now, Ogden advises. “If you wait till the last minute to schedule, chances are you will have a tough time getting an appointment at all,” she says. Her final advice? “Get excited. Once you get a list of upcoming school events, sit down with your children and add the events to your home calendar. This is a great way to get your children excited for the start of school.” For information about the YMCA and its children’s programs, visit YMCAChattanooga.org.
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he Signal Mountain Farmers’ Market has moved to the front lot of Pruett’s Signal Mountain Market. The hours will be the same: Thursdays from 4 to 6 p.m. “The goal of this move is to make it more convenient for our shoppers,” says market manager Teresa Garland. Studies have shown that having a market near other businesses increases customer traffic for those businesses, Garland says. “With this move, our customers will be able to shop for local products and then stop in Pruett’s to get other items they need to complete their dinner plans. They might also want to stop into one of the nearby restaurants for a bite to eat,” she says. “We hope that by locating to the central business district of Signal Mountain, we will increase our visibility and encourage more people to support their local farmers.” Signal Mountain Farmers’ Market is a producer-only market, with all farms located within a 100- mile radius of Signal Mountain. Among the products offered are seasonal fruits and vegetables, eggs, pasture-raised meats, handcrafted body products, locally roasted coffee, artisan crafts, baked goods, natural dog treats, fresh boiled peanuts, plants and fresh cut flowers. For more information or to sign up for the market newsletter, e-mail signalfarmersmarket@gmail.com. See ad page 28.
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hen Princeton University researchers analyzed data from a representative sample of 40 African-American boys enrolled in the Fragile Families and Child Wellbeing Study that followed children born in major U.S. cities between 1998 and 2000, they determined that those that lived through 9 years of age with less-stable families, such as parents with multiple partners and harsh or hostile parenting styles, had a higher probability of having shorter telomeres compared with other children. Telomeres were, on average, 40 percent longer among children from stable families. Telomeres are the segments of DNA at either end of a chromosome that protect the ends from deterioration or fusion with neighboring chromosomes. Shorter telomeres can decrease life expectancy by reducing the number of times our cells can divide, and scientists are discovering that a person’s living environment may lead to the condition. Using large cohort (age group) study data from the Netherlands Study of Depression and Anxiety, another group of researchers from Amsterdam’s Vrije University found significantly shorter telomere length among those with higher stress markers; the shorter length was also associated with aging approximately 10 years faster. In addition, the scientists observed significantly shorter telomere length among people with depressive symptoms lasting longer than four years; the shorter length correlated with both longer and more severe depression.
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esearchers from Australia’s University of Tasmania have found that children exposed to the secondhand smoke of their parents will likely face abnormally thickened carotid arteries later in life. The finding, published in the European Heart Journal, followed 3,776 children that participated in the Cardiovascular Risk in Young Finns Study and the Childhood Determinants of Adult Health Study. The children were divided into groups according to whether neither parent smoked, one parent smoked or both parents smoked. Questionnaire results were combined with ultrasound testing to correlate exposure during childhood with the health of carotid arteries, and researchers concluded that the effects are pervasive even 25 years later. Those exposed to two parental smokers as children had significantly greater thickness of inner carotid artery walls than did children with non-smoking parents. Their arteries also showed signs of premature aging of more than three years compared to children of nonsmokers. The researchers wrote, “There must be continued efforts to reduce smoking among adults to protect young people and to reduce the burden of cardiovascular disease across the population.”
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ating flaxseed reduces blood pressure, according to researchers from Canada’s St. Boniface Hospital Research Center. They attribute the effect to its omega-3 fatty acids, lignans and fiber. The researchers examined the effects of flaxseed on systolic and diastolic blood pressure in patients with peripheral artery disease, a condition typically marked by hypertension. Patients consumed a variety of foods that collectively contained 30 grams of milled flaxseed or a placebo each day for six months. The flaxseed group experienced significantly increased plasma levels of certain omega-3 fatty acids and lower average systolic blood pressure (by 10 mmHg) and diastolic blood pressure (by 7 mm Hg). Those in the flaxseed group with initial systolic blood pressure levels over 140 mmHg saw reductions averaging 15 mmHg.
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The American College of Sports Medicine’s (ACSM) seventh annual American Fitness Index (AFI) ranks Washington, D.C., at the top with a score of 77.3 (out of 100), followed by Minneapolis-St. Paul (73.5), Portland, Oregon (72.1) Denver (71.7) and San Francisco (71). Overall, metro areas in 25 states scored 50 or above; the two lowest-ranking hovered near 25 points. “The AFI data report is a snapshot of the state of health in the community and an evaluation of the infrastructure, community assets and policies that encourage healthy and fit lifestyles. These measures directly affect quality of life in our country’s urban areas,” says Walter Thompson, Ph.D., chair of the AFI advisory board. Find the complete report at AmericanFitnessIndex.org.
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Airports Establish Bee-Friendly Acres The Common Acre is a nonprofit partnering with the airport serving Seattle, Washington, and the Urban Bee Company (UrbanBee.com) to reclaim 50 acres of vacant land to plant native wildflowers as pollinator habitat for hummingbirds, butterflies and disease-resistant bee colonies. A GMO-free (no genetic modification) wildflower seed farm is also in the works. Bees present no threat to air traffic and the hives discourage birds that do pose a danger to planes. Beekeeper Jim Robins, of Robins Apiaries, in St. Louis, Missouri, rents an area with a plentiful supply of white Dutch clover, and Lambert Airport views his enterprise as part of its sustainability program. O’Hare Airport, in Chicago, the first in the U.S. to install hives, is rebuilding to its full complement of 50 hives after losing about half of them to 2014’s extreme winter. It’s a project that could be a model for airports everywhere—using inaccessible scrubland to do something revolutionary, like supporting a local food system. One hundred foods make up 90 percent of a human diet, and bees pollinate 71 of them. Learn more at CommonAcre.org.
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Why Persistence Counts Some educators believe that improvements in instruction, curriculum and school environments are not enough to raise the achievement levels of all students, especially disadvantaged children. Also necessary is a quality called “grit”, loosely defined as persistence over time to overcome challenges and accomplish big goals. Grit comprises a suite of traits and behaviors that include goal-directedness (knowing where to go and how to get there); motivation (having a strong will to achieve identified goals); self-control (avoiding distractions and focusing on the task at hand); and a positive mindset (embracing challenges and viewing failure as a learning opportunity). A meta-study of 25 years of research by John Hattie and Helen Timperley, professors at the University of Aukland, New Zealand, has shown that giving students challenging goals encourages greater effort and persistence than providing vague or no direction. Students aren’t hardwired for these qualities, but grit can be developed through an emerging battery of evidence-based techniques that give educators a powerful new set of tools to support student success. A famous example of the power of self-regulation was observed when preschoolers that were able to withstand the temptation of eating a marshmallow for 15 minutes to receive a second one were more successful in high school and scored about 210 points higher on their SATs later in life than those with less willpower (Tinyurl.com/Stanford MarshallowStudy). Source: ascd.org.
n Buying new clothes can be expensive, and most of today’s synthetic fibers are petroleumbased, while toxic pesticides are commonly used to grow cotton. For healthier alternatives, check labels for clothes made from organic, low-impact or recycled materials such as organic cotton, hemp, bamboo or recycled fibers. Inexpensive options are found in Salvation Army and other thrift store locations, as well as repurposing hand-medowns among siblings. n Avoid buying all new school supplies. Gently used binders and book bags can last years. Sturdy, simple backpacks skip the cost of faddish brand-name and celebrity products. For supplies that must be replenished, like paper, seek out postconsumer-recycled options. n For lunch boxes, food containers and utensils, look for retro metal, a cloth bag and other alternatives to plastic (which can contain harmful chemicals) and glass (which can break). Beth Terry, in her book, Plastic-Free: How I Kicked the Plastic Habit and How You Can Too (MyPlasticFreeLife.com), suggests searching Mighty Nest.com and LifeWithoutPlastic.com, makers of stainless steel, naturally lacquered wood and other non-plastic, durable children’s bowls, cups, plates and utensils. n Healthy afterschool extracurricular activities today typically require driving commutes. Look into carpooling with nearby families to save time and gas, cut vehicle emissions and expand friendships. n Check the school’s eco-practices. Encourage local administrators to conduct recycling programs and to email documents to parents instead of using regular mail.
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Niedlov’s Bearing Torch for Local, Independent Business
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ow in its 12th year, Niedlov’s Breadworks has written its own small business success story, using bread as a platform to build a business that employs dozens of people, supports the local food economy, adds value to its neighborhood, and offers area residents a variety of healthier food options.
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Founded in 2002, Niedlov’s began in a warehouse on 13th Street, peddling naturally leavened breads to the handful of fine-dining destinations that existed in downtown Chattanooga at that time. After purchasing and renovating an abandoned truck repair shop on Main Street in 2006, Niedlov’s became the anchor of much of the development that has occurred on that critical Southside corridor over the past eight years. The business, which was built around wholesaling to restaurants and grocers, quickly shifted its focus to its new retail shop, adding traditionally made pastries, locally roasted coffee and espresso drinks, and a selection of sandwiches, salads and soups to its lineup of handcrafted artisan breads.
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Shannon Dager, Niedlov’s managing partner and pastry chef, remembers the “old days” of having just five employees in a garage behind an auto shop, and reflects on the transition to the bakery-café and the spacious accommodations at the Main Street facility: “The nature of our business allowed us to quickly be embraced by those who were living and working downtown, and also by the many people interested in investing in one of Chattanooga’s most historic streets,” she says. “The café provided a meeting point for all the new faces coming to the neighborhood.” As sales grew, so did the team of bakers, drivers and service staff. Niedlov’s now employs between 25 and 30 people at any given time.
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While bakery hours can be a bit challenging (with most of the staff arriving at work between 2 and 6 a.m.), team members take great pride in their products and service, Dager says. Niedlov’s employees don’t just focus on providing service to wholesale and retail customers—they also focus on serv-
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ing each other throughout the course of the workday, says managing partner Erik Zilen. “Our corporate culture has always been important to us,” he says. “We’ve tried very hard to create and maintain a positive work environment where people can feel good about the hard work they do, the folks they work with, and the contribution our business makes to our city.” For everything Niedlov’s has accomplished, the cornerstone of the business has always been great bread, Zilen says. “Niedlov’s has brought true artisan breads to Chattanooga,” he says. “We still use the recipes developed by our founder, and we adhere to traditional bread-making techniques.” The bakery’s commitment to simple, healthy ingredients can be seen on the ingredient list of any of its breads—there’s no ingredient that you can’t pronounce or couldn’t find in your own kitchen, Dager notes. “Our breads feature organic and stoneground whole-grain flours, unbleached and unbromated bread flours, organic seeds and nuts, and handcracked eggs,” she says. “We feel that a bread’s true flavor starts with high-quality ingredients and ends with proper processing.”
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For the bakers at Niedlov’s, “processing” means shaping breads by hand and allowing for long fermentation times, especially for their wide selection of sourdough breads. “True sourdoughs—breads that are naturally leavened—are made only from a sourdough starter and contain no commercial yeast whatsoever,” Dager says. “This means that from start to finish, a bread may take 18 to 24 hours to make.” She says one of the health benefits to naturally leavened loaves is that many of the starches and proteins in the grain are “predigested,” lowering the glycemic index and allowing the body greater access
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For the bakers at Niedlov’s, “processing” means shaping breads by hand and allowing for long fermentation times. to the macronutrients and especially the micronutrients in the bread. For serious bread aficionados and health nuts, Niedlov’s offers several breads that are 100 percent whole wheat, organic and naturally leavened. These include the Wholely Whole Wheat, Whole Wheat 4 Seed, Walnut Raisin and WW Multigrain. Other popular artisan breads include Chattanooga Sourdough, Farmers Rye, Kalamata Country Loaf and Roasted Garlic. Niedlov’s also has a line of natural sandwich breads: Light Wheat, Pioneer White, Cinnamon Raisin and Stoneground WW. In keeping with the standards set by the bread program, all Niedlov’s pastries are crafted in a similar fashion, Dager says. “From the 100 percent whole wheat muffins, sweetened only with honey, to the buttery croissants and crumbly scones, everything is made from scratch with real, simple ingredients,” she says. With its array of healthy offerings, Niedlov’s Breadworks has become a Southside staple for breakfasts on-the-go, meetings over coffee, and business lunches, as well as for bread and bakery needs. Nearly 12 years after its opening, Niedlov’s is standing the test of time, crafting its own future, and bearing the torch for local and independent businesses across Chattanooga and the Southeast. Niedlov’s Breadworks is located at 215 E. Main St., Chattanooga. For hours and more information, call Niedlov’s at 423756-0303 or visit Niedlovs.com. See ad page 19.
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Cures in the Kitchen
Dr. Mark Hyman is Fed Up with Our National Health Crisis by Judith Fertig
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n the groundbreaking new documentary film, Fed Up, Dr. Mark Hyman prescribes a major overhaul of the diets of all family members in communities across America to prevent far-reaching unwanted consequences. Hyman practices functional medicine, which takes a wholesystem approach to treating chronic illnesses by identifying and addressing their root causes, starting with poor diet. He is also the bestselling author of a series of books based on The Blood Sugar Solution.
What has your experience with Fed Up shown you about the root cause of many diseases? In Fed Up, I met with a family of five to talk with them about their health and
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understand the roots of their family crisis of morbid obesity, prediabetes, renal failure, disability, financial stress and hopelessness. Rural South Carolina, where they live, is a food desert with nearly10 times as many fast-food and convenience stores as supermarkets. The family’s kitchen was also a food desert, with barely a morsel of real food. There were no ingredients to make real food—only pre-made factory science projects sold in cans and boxes with unpronounceable, unrecognizable ingredient lists. This family desperately wanted to find a way out, but didn’t have the knowledge or skills. They lived on food stamps and fast food and didn’t know how to navigate a grocery aisle, shop
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for real food, read a label, equip a kitchen or cook nutritious meals. Their grandmother has a garden, but never taught her children how to grow food, even though they live in a temperate rural area.
What results did the family see when they changed their eating habits? I got the whole family cooking, washing, peeling, chopping, cutting and touching real food—onions, garlic, carrots, sweet potatoes, cucumbers, tomatoes, salad greens, even asparagus. After 12 months, the mother had lost 100 pounds and was off of blood pressure medication, and because the father had lost 45 pounds, he finally qualified for a kidney transplant. The son originally lost 40 pounds, but because he was stuck in a toxic food environment at school and only able to get a job at a fast-food eatery, he gained much of it back. I’m happy to report that he is now working to get back on track.
How is sugar a primary factor in creating obesity? Of some 600,000 processed food items on the market, 80 percent contain added sugar. Sugar calories act differently from fat or protein calories in the body. Sugar calories drive food addiction, storage of belly fat, inflammation and fatty liver (now the number one reason for liver transplants). They also disrupt appetite control, increasing hunger and promoting overeating, and are biologically addictive. Sugar calories are the major contributor to heart attacks, strokes, cancer, dementia and Type 2
diabetes. Sugar is a root cause behind the tripling of obesity rates in children since the 1970s. As just one example illustrating government policy culprits, although poor people are disproportionately affected by obesity, the food industry vigorously opposes any efforts to limit the use of food stamps for soda. Every year, the U.S. government pays for $4 billion in soda purchases by the poor (10 billion servings annually) on the front end, and then pays billions more on the back end through Medicaid and Medicare to treat related health consequences that include obesity and diabetes.
Learning that Transforms Hearts and Minds Rethinking How We See Our World Changes Everything by Linda Sechrist
What are the consequences if we don’t attack the problem of poor diet now? The costs of a poor diet are staggering: At the present rate, by 2040, 100 percent of the nation’s federal budget will go for Medicare and Medicaid. The federal debt soars as our unhealthy kids fall heir to an achievement gap that limits America’s capacity to compete in the global marketplace. At the same time, having 70 percent of young people unfit for military service weakens national security. In a detailed scientific analysis published in The New England Journal of Medicine, a group of respected scientists reviewing all the data affecting projected life spans concluded that today’s children are the first generation of Americans ever that will live sicker and die younger than their parents. Health issues due to poor diet comprise a national crisis. They threaten our future, not just for those fat and sick among us, but all of us. For more information on Fed Up, visit FedUpMovie.com. Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.
A will finds a way. ~Orison Swett Marden
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n the 30 years since Harrison Owen introduced Open Space Technology (OST), it has been used hundreds of thousands of times by three-quarters of the world’s countries. Whether a few people gather in a circle to share ideas and brainstorm personal issues or thousands discuss a bulletin board of topics around tables, OST is a safe, informal venue for transformative learning. Guided by purpose-based, shared leadership, it allows individuals focused on a specific task to freely speak their thoughts and be heard. It also encourages breakout groups to mine for more information—learning individually, as well as collectively, and self-organizing in order to concentrate on more complex topics. “Boeing engineers used OST to learn how to redesign airplane doors and young Egyptians used it to strategize for their Arab Spring,” as examples, comments Owen.
Circle Principle
For Owen, like Jack Mezirow, author of the paper, “Core Principles of Transformative Learning Theory,” 20th-century Brazilian educator Paulo Freire and
Juanita Brown, co-founder of The World Café, learning is transformation, the keystone of life, and the essence of meaningful education. “The circle principle contains the predictability of fresh, emerging thoughts and learning that never occurred previously,” explains Owen. He points to an experiment regarding children’s capacity for selflearning initiated by Sugata Mitra, Ph.D., the former science director of an educational technology firm in India. On the outside wall of the building where he worked, Mitra installed a computer facing a New Delhi slum where most children were unschooled and illiterate and had never seen a computer. He turned it on and told children they could play with it. Via a noninvasive video camera, he watched 7-to-13-year-olds discover how to use the computer and teach each other how to play music and games and draw using Microsoft’s Paint program. Repetition of the experiment in other impoverished sections of India yielded similar results. Wherever he established an Internet connection,
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children that could not read English, the Internet’s default language, taught themselves how to use the Web to obtain information through their interactions with each other and the computer. “I agree with what Mitra surmised from his experiment—learning is emergent, which is another word for self-organizing,” remarks Owen. Like Freire, Owen likens traditional education to the “banking” method of learning, whereby the teacher passes information to students that become dependent on someone else rather than learning how to think on their own. Suzanne Daigle, a Sarasota, Florida-based consultant with a Canadian multidisciplinary consulting firm, explains how the OST learning environment changed her life: “My personal transformation began in 2009. Even though I was a leader in my corporate career, I doubted myself and often be-
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lieved that what others had to say was more significant and interesting than what I could express.” Now she says she has shed her people-pleasing tendencies and former attempts to control other people’s agendas and discovered the freedom and courage of her own voice. “As an OST facilitator, my life work now occurs in the moments I am collaboratively learning and listening for opportunities to enter into meaningful conversations that can lead to actions,” says Daigle. “I invite others to do the same.”
Co-Learning
In a compulsory two-year Theory of Learning class for an International Baccalaureate degree at California’s Granadas Hill Charter High School, math and science educator Anais Arteaga helps students apply two major elements of transformative learning: self-reflection to critique one’s own assumptions and discourse through which they question or validate their judgments. She focuses
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on the roles that perception, language, reason and emotion play in a student’s learning and decision-making abilities. “Questions and lively discussions are the basis of the class,” Arteaga says. “We begin with a question and explore what we know, how we know it and any conclusions drawn from the process.” Using a democratic model in which the teacher welcomes critical discussion, Arteaga and her students have mutually discovered that knowledge is not static, but has a history and changes over time. “When we first started the class, it was challenging to accept that in many situations there is no right or wrong, just relativity and a matter of perception. We don’t really know anything for certain,” she remarks.
Worldview Explorations
Katia Petersen, Ph.D., is the executive director of education at the Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS), headquartered in Petaluma, California. She codeveloped the tools, practices and 22 lessons in the pioneering organization’s Worldview Explorations (WE) project. Founded on 40 years of IONS research,
WE engages everyone in age-appropriate ways in reflecting upon long-held assumptions and how beliefs create the lens they see through, ultimately improving how they understand and respond to the world. “When individuals understand the power of offering their story and are open to the worldview stories of others, they no longer focus attention on differences and limitations,” says Petersen. “They realize that everyone has their own truth. “WE’s transformative learning experiences draw from the heart and soul of individuals, rather than stuffing heads with ideas and perspectives, which serves them well as they embody and apply these tools and practices in their daily lives.” She cites a particularly powerful moment for a group of young people she worked with. “A student was killed in a drive-by shooting two weeks before their certification. The transformative moment came when they said that their new awareness and capacity for compassion and understanding would not allow them to seek revenge. Instead,
they chose to save lives in their communities using their new skills.”
World Café
Like OST, the World Café, co-created by Brown and David Isaacs, of Burnsville, North Carolina, creates a transformative learning environment for individuals of all ages. Its primary principles are: set the context, create hospitable space, explore questions that matter, encourage everyone’s contributions, connect diverse perspectives, listen together for patterns and insights and share collective discoveries. Webs of conversation created around actual or occasionally virtual tables resemble those found in coffeehouses. “Conversation is a core meaningmaking process, and people get to experience how the collective intelligence of a small or large group can become apparent,” says Brown. After several rounds of conversation on one or more topics, participants offer their harvest of key insights, learning and opportunities for action with the full group gathered to reflect together on their discoveries. “World Café provides an environ-
ment in which you are comfortably drawn forward by the questions you are asking together. When enough diversity is present, varied perspectives are offered and people feel listened to and free to make their contribution,” observes Brown. What participants learn in this setting creates the climate of conditions that support the kinds of transformations that can change lives. Brown remarks, “When it happens to me, I feel like my brain cells have been rearranged. I know something in the collective, as well as the individual, has been evoked, so that something never before imagined becomes present and available.” Transformative learning has been compared to a sea journey without landmarks. Adventurous individuals that are open to traversing its highly engaging processes can emerge as autonomous thinkers, capable of contributing fresh, new ideas that just might transform the world we live in. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Visit ItsAllAbout We.com for the recorded interviews.
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Children at Wisconsin’s Montessori School of Waukesha learn to baste; spoon beans or rice from bowls; cut paper, draw, paint or paste cutouts; and sew or embroider using a three-finger grip. It strengthens the muscles they will need later to practice writing skills.
Schools that Rock Innovators Blaze Creative Paths by Sandra Murphy
Creative educational initiatives offer more flexible programs of study than traditional institutions. First introduced into the United States in the latter part of the 20th century, today there are thousands of such facilities operating according to their own lights. Yet many share certain distinguishing characteristics including emphasis on close studentteacher relationships, diverse experiential learning and development of student decision-making skills aided by peer and parental support. All aim to prepare and equip students for future success both inside and outside the classroom.
Montessori
At age 3, kids at the Baltimore Montessori Public Charter School, in Maryland, are gaining early math and motor skills, plus an appreciation for healthy foods, in unique and innovative ways. “The children roll out a long mat containing 1,000 beads that they use to learn to count by twos, fours and 10s,” says Jenny Smolen, development coordinator and grant writer for the school. “When it’s time for multiplication and division, they’re prepared.” The school is located in a food desert—fresh, unprocessed food isn’t
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readily available—so the kids plant seeds to grow in pots until it’s time to transplant them to the garden. “Before the seed-to-table program, the kids didn’t know what fresh tasted like. Now they go home and ask for vegetables for dinner,” says Smolen. The school also has six chickens that supply fresh eggs, and two beehives produced 100 pounds of honey last year that was sold to raise funds. The school is free of charge to Baltimore city students chosen by lottery. Currently, 330 students from diverse backgrounds
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ages 3 through 13 attend, with 1,000 names on the waiting list.
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Waldorf School alumna Jocelyn Miller, an account manager at Matter Communications, drives 45 minutes from Newburyport, Massachusetts, to take her three children to The Waldorf School at Moraine Farms, in Beverly. “On bad weather days, I wonder why I make the drive, but the smiles when we arrive are worth it,” she says. There, her children spend time outdoors regardless of the weather. Indoors, they draw illustrations to bolster lessons on history and geography. Second-graders work in three-hour blocks of time, rather than the traditional 45 minutes. Fifth-grade students recently spent three weeks studying Greek mythology. Older students play in an orchestra and learn German and Spanish. They also knit; the craft builds manual dexterity and helps children learn to plan, correct mistakes, be creative, visualize the finished product and mindfully create something useful or decorative. Middle school and high school students at the Waldorf School of Garden City, in New York, universally participate in seasonal sports—baseball, softball, basketball and soccer. The emphasis on the values of teamwork and sportsmanship complement development of skills. The school’s policy is, “You don’t have to be a superstar to get playing time,” noting that the quality of athletic teams is consistently strong.
The school also brings some green into the city with a horticultural program that fully cultivates a quarteracre field. Its steady harvest of fruits, vegetables, herbs and grains includes lettuce, beans, spinach, broccoli, kale, corn, oregano, thyme, rosemary, strawberries, blueberries and raspberries. A new greenhouse keeps produce growing through winter months. Students at Conservatory Prep High School, in Davie, Florida, were tasked with finding a way to walk on water in order to explore principles of flotation and buoyancy. After researching and experimenting with each of a series of materials, they analyzed what went wrong, worked to fix it and then tried again. “We did the testing at our onsite pool,” says Wendy Weiner, Ed.D., the school’s founder and principal and a Waldorf alumna. “We saw some pretty funny results, but they eventually invented a pair of shoes that worked. Of course, they were pretty big shoes.”
Homeschooling
Homeschooling provides another option. Parents don’t need to know all about a subject with organizations like Bridgeway Academy’s homeschool curricula at hand. This Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, institution provides easy access to tools and support for families nationwide. “We’re a kindergartento-12th-grade provider,” says Jessica Parnell, academy president. “Teachers in a school setting have to teach standardized subjects, in certain ways, to the whole class. We use customized learning to inspire and excite children individually. We help parents discover their child’s learning style, personality and ideal learning environment.” Materials provided include instructor guides, user-friendly websites and interactive games and other activities. “It gives kids the freedom to explore, learn and discover,” Parnell adds. “This is how you grow a lifelong learner.”
Un-Schooling
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all ages or none Teachers, students and them back, instead at all and engage tapping online parents at Weinacker’s teachers available their world in unique, powerful in a virtual school Montessori School, in and self-directed setting. Mobile, Alabama, apply Louisiana’s ways. Suzanne Strisower, a life Department of daily, weekly, monthly and career coach Education’s Jump and yearly logs of goals Start program in Oroville, California, has written high and work plans to track partners a common-core, schools and local standards-based progress. All of this can be companies to offer curriculum for unstudents one-dayadjusted as kids discover a-week internships schoolers. “It’s a yearlong program apprenticing in new topics they want for ages 15 and up trades. “It’s realto learn more about. designed to enable world, on-the-job a student to realize training,” says his career path and Bowdon. life’s purpose,” she says. Thanks to such innovative approaches to school curricula and technology, Online Tutorials parents and children have more options “There’s an explosion in online learnthan ever before for learning. Instead of ing, too,” observes Bob Bowdon, memorizing information until the next test and then forgetting it, more learning executive director of nonprofit Choice is customized and hands-on, because Media, an education news service at ChoiceMedia.tv, produced in New children that learn by doing, remember. York City. School kids in some states Connect with Sandra Murphy at StLouis are able to opt out of a class at school if they feel the teaching style is holding FreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.
Standout Schools Help Inner-City Kids Shine New York City students participating in The Young Women’s Leadership of East Harlem School are motivated to think about where, not if, they will attend college. The first three all-girl graduating classes boasted 100 percent college enrollment with the help of the Young Women’s Leadership College Bound Initiative, which funds a full-time college counselor at several of the city’s public high schools. The majority of the students are the first in their families to attend college. Harlem Village Academy Charter School, in Manhattan, ranks highest among all public, non-selective high schools in New York City in terms of college enrollment. Because many
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children enter it as fifth-graders with a first grade reading ability, they typically receive extracurricular, phonics-based reading instruction, attend a homework club and have access to outside tutors. Performance generally improves throughout middle school, and 90 percent of the students stay in the Harlem Village Academies (HVA) network through high school. The class of 2012 had a 100 percent graduation rate compared with a 60 percent average for the city’s high schools. Nationally, only 8 percent of low-income students graduate from college, but 88 percent of all HVA high school graduates starting with its first senior class in 2011 have remain enrolled in college classes.
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Gas Pipeline Pumps Radioactive Radon into Homes In New York City, the Spectra gas pipeline that went online in 2013 is delivering more than just energy-efficient, cleanburning natural gas from Pennsylvania’s Marcellus Shale. It’s also piping radioactive radon gas that’s contaminating commercial and residential boilers, ovens, stoves, dryers and water heaters at 30 to 80 times baseline levels—well above the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency safe level for radiation exposure. According to Dr. Sheila BushkinBedient, with the University of Albany, New York, “While it may be possible to remove other components of raw natural gas such as ethane, propane, butane and pentanes at natural gas processing centers, it’s not possible to remove radioactive substances such as radon. Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers and the second-leading cause among smokers and indirect (secondhand) smokers.” The Spectra conduit is one of hundreds of pipelines and fossil fuel infrastructure projects across the country being quickly approved by the Federal Energy and Regulatory Commission. Citizens should demand that elected officials connect the dots and halt the uncontrolled rush to drill new sites regardless of safety concerns and let them know people are alarmed by the possibility of radioactive gas entering their communities. To learn more, visit MariasFarmCountry Kitchen.com/radon-gas.
The starting point of all achievement is desire. ~Napoleon Hill
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(an intense obstacle course challenge), Chertok can personally testify to the benefits of camaraderie. “It’s just like if a married couple got stuck in a storm and had to brave the elements; the act of doing something challenging together is very bonding.” Simply joining a recreational running group—also increasingly popular and often social media-driven—can bolster success. “When a bunch of individuals work together to pursue a common goal, they are incentivized by the group,” Chertok remarks. “You’ll run at a faster clip or go a longer distance if you are with a group, because each runner values the group and doesn’t want to let members down.”
Runner’s Hi Women and Social Media Revolutionize the Sport by Debra Melani
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hether donning colorful tutus or making a marathon a girls’ day out, the current running scene is attracting a broader group of fitness-seekers mindful of the enhanced benefits of a more well-rounded approach. Rather than pursuing fierce competition and personal bests, these runners are focusing on social bonding and overall well-being, likely boosting their fitness success. Two main factors are fueling what’s shaping up as a new running boom: women and social media. “The first running-boom era was male-centric and competitive,” observes Ryan Lamppa, of Running USA. He’s referring to the 1970s, when, largely thanks to 1972 Summer Olympic marathon gold medal winner Frank Shorter and The Complete Book of Running, by James Fixx, many were inspired to hook up Walkmans, lace up sneakers and train for distance races. “Today’s running boom is female-centric, much bigger and more focused on health and fitness and completion, rather than competition.” Forget elapsed running time; just cross the finish line and have fun doing it, seems to be a growing mantra. Women’s participation hit an all-time high in recent years, comprising 56 percent of the more than 15.5 million runners finishing U.S. races sanctioned by Running USA in 2012 and 61 percent of U.S. half-marathoners in 2013.
Brings Balance
“Women tend to be more social and more in tune with their health overall, and that’s definitely a driving force,” Lamppa says. Couple the female factor with social media-driven, nontraditional race events and the result is explosive. “Events are fun, community-centered and sometimes charity-driven,” Lamppa says of the many innovations, from paint-splashing 5Ks to mud-slinging obstacle course action, which attracted 4 million entrants last year.
Boosts Bonding
These trends could indicate America’s collective progress toward fitness as studies show the social factor plays a huge motivational role in participation. “I think running adherence strengthens when there is accountability and social support,” remarks Englewood, New Jersey, sports psychologist Greg Chertok, citing a meta-analysis of data in Sport & Exercise Psychology Review that backs his notion. For example, such social exercise events inspire happiness. “If you are physically close to someone that is happy, eager and optimistic, you are naturally going to share those feelings,” explains Chertok, who is also a spokesman for the American College of Sports Medicine. “Just through social connectedness alone, you’ll gain boosted performance and mood.” As a finisher of two Tough Mudders
Mixing things up can also improve running performance and decrease risks of injury, enhancing long-term staying power. One study found that eight weeks of simple strength-training exercises by conditioned runners boosted their running performances over their conditioned, but non-strength-training peers, as noted in the Health & Fitness Journal of the American College of Sports Medicine. As for injury prevention, everybody, regardless of sport, needs to cross-train, advises Mindy Caplan, a wellness coach in Albuquerque, New Mexico. “In any sport that you engage in, you end up working certain muscles the same way all the time. Then those tighter muscles start to pull on the joints and without stretching, you end up with problems.” Moving the body in different ways helps, and working on stretching and flexibility can elongate muscles and protect tendons and joints. “The new runner of this second running boom has much more information about training, health and fitness, and injury prevention,” says Lamppa, who occasionally cross-trains by biking and includes some yoga-related stretching as part of his regular routine. “You have to have balance in your running as in your life. If you can get to that point, you will get a very positive response from your body and mind.” Freelance journalist Debra Melani writes about health care and fitness from Lyons, CO. Connect at DebraMelani.com or DMelani@msn.com.
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Essential Oils for Summer
Healing Fragrances for Bites, Allergies and Sunburn by Kathleen Barnes
A breath of sweet lavender oil can quickly reduce stress. A whiff of lemon oil can energize us. Adams, M.D. FullCharles CircleC.Medical Center Amanda Geitz, L.M.T.
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ssential oils are not magic or folklore. There is solid science behind them,” says Elizabeth Jones, founder of the College of Botanical Healing Arts, in Santa Cruz, California. Here’s what happens after inhaling lavender, the most popular of all essential oils: The cilia—microscopic cellular fibers in the nose—transport the aroma to the olfactory bulb at the bottom of the brain, from where it proceeds to the limbic brain and directly affects the nerves, delivering a soothing effect. “Or put it on your skin and other properties of essential oils are absorbed straight into the bloodstream,” advises Jones, author of Awaken to Healing Fragrance. Thai studies show that a whiff of lavender oil is calming and lowers blood pressure and heart rate, yet there are many more benefits attributed to the art and science of aromatherapy and essential oils. For those struggling with summer maladies, here are several simple solutions essential oils can provide.
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Tea tree oil (melaleuca) is tops, because it contains terpenes that kill staphylococcus and other nasty bacteria and works to prevent infection, according to a meta-analysis from the University of Western Australia. The researchers further suggest that tea tree oil may be used in some cases instead of antibiotics. Oregano and eucalyptus oils are likewise acknowledged for their natural abilities to eliminate infection-causing bacteria, fungi and viruses. “Blend all three for a synergistic effect,” says aromatherapy expert Robert Tisserand (RobertTisserand.com), of Ojai, California. “They sort of leapfrog over each other to penetrate the skin and cell walls.”
Sunburn, Bug Bites and Poison Ivy
A small amount of undiluted lavender oil will cool sunburn fast, advises Tisserand. Add a few drops to a dollop of cooling aloe vera gel for extra relief and moisture, suggests Jones. Undiluted lavender is also a great remedy for insect
Best Carriers Almost all essential oils are so strong that they must be diluted before use to prevent skin irritation. Use
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cold-pressed oils and mix 10 to 15 drops of essential oil per ounce of carrier substance. Some of the best carriers are almond oil, aloe vera gel, apricot oil, cocoa butter, glycerin, jojoba oil and olive oil.
bites, says Tisserand. “You can stop the pain of a bee sting in 20 seconds with a few drops.” Chamomile, either the German or Roman variety, helps with rashes, according to Jones, especially when mixed with her summertime favorite, aloe vera gel. She recommends mugwort oil for poison oak or poison ivy, a benefit affirmed by animal research from the Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine’s Herbal Medicine Formulation Research Group.
Allergy Relief
During hay fever season, several aromatherapy oils from a diffuser can offer relief, counsels Tisserand. He recommends eucalyptus, geranium and lavender oils, all of which contain antihistamines. Use them separately or blended. When using a diffuser, it’s not necessary to put the oils into a diluting carrier oil or gel. He notes that a steam tent containing 10 drops of each of the three oils mixed with two cups of boiling water is highly effective.
Sprains, Strains and Joint Pain
Lessen inflammation and the pain from tendon and muscle sprains and strains with rosemary or peppermint, adding a dash of ginger for additional benefit, says Tisserand. He recommends rubbing the oils (diluted in a carrier) directly on the sore spot. Rosemary is particularly effective for bringing blood flow to an injury site, and the menthol in peppermint is a great pain reliever, adds Jones. A Chinese study published in the European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics confirms the pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory abilities of peppermint oil. Researchers from Taiwan confirm that ginger is anti-inflammatory and can even reduce intense nerve pain. Jones believes that essential oils have a place in everyone’s medicine chest. “Sometimes I feel like David up against Goliath,” she remarks. “I encourage everyone to use natural healing products from plants instead of pharmaceutical drugs, the side effects of which actually diminish the body’s natural ability to heal.” Kathleen Barnes has authored numerous books on natural health, including Rx from the Garden: 101 Food Cures You Can Easily Grow. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.
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uring childhood, when the immune system is still developing, there’s a great opportunity to set the stage for improved health and resilience,” says Dr. Joel Fuhrman, a family physician and nutritional researcher in Flemington, New Jersey, and author of Disease-Proof Your Child. “A healthy diet and lifestyle can help kids avoid common childhood illnesses like colds, ear infections and allergies, as well as ensure greater resilience against disease later in life.”
Focus on High-Quality Foods
Fruits and veggies have a wealth of protective phytochemicals that enhance immune cell function and protect against disease. In a study published in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health, kids that ate the most fruit had a 38 percent lower risk of cancer later in life. Berries, cherries, plums and pomegranates are among the most powerful immune-boosting fruits. For veggies, eat more dark leafy greens, tomatoes, carrots and cruciferous vegetables
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such as broccoli and cauliflower. Also emphasize whole grains and healthy fats such as those found in nuts, seeds and avocado, advises Fuhrman. Sugar-laden calories depress the infection-fighting activity of white blood cells, says Dr. Alan R. Gaby, of Concord, New Hampshire, author of the textbook, Nutritional Medicine. Even natural sweeteners such as honey and juice have similar effects when consumed in excess, he says. Try healthy options like pomegranate and kiwi fruit salad; trail mix with raw almonds; dried cranberries and air-popped popcorn; and hummus with red pepper strips and baby carrots for dipping.
Pinpoint Allergies
Food allergies and sensitivities can suppress the immune system by increasing inflammation in the body and call for consultation with a health specialist. “Whenever there is extra inflammation, the body has less available energy to keep the immune system functioning as well as it should,” says Dr. Fred Pescatore, a New York author of The Allergy & Asthma Cure. “It’s like putting
the wrong type of gasoline in the car; it hinders your performance.”
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Probiotics can enhance immune function in children by stimulating white blood cells and reducing inflammation, says Gary B. Huffnagle, Ph.D., a University of Michigan Medical School immunology research professor and author of The Probiotics Revolution. They are especially protective against allergies, diarrhea and respiratory tract infection. Start with yogurt: Serve with cereal; mix with mashed bananas and freeze in ice cube trays for a cool treat; or make smoothies with unsweetened, non-dairy yogurt and frozen berries. Or consider a Lactobacillus acidophilus supplement; aim for 5 billion CFUs per day of Lactobacillus or bifidobacterium. Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), an ayurvedic herb, boosts immunity by supporting and balancing adrenal function, says Dr. John Douillard, Ph.D., a Boulder, Colorado, chiropractor, ayurvedic physician and author of Perfect Health for Kids. The adrenal glands produce cortisol, and overproduction of this “fight-or-flight” hormone can dampen immunity. Ashwagandha is particularly helpful for preventing colds and can also be used when kids are stressed or tired. For children ages 6 to 12, give 500 milligrams per day with breakfast; children over 12 can take 1,000 mg a day.
Stabilize Hormonal Changes
“Puberty and adolescence are marked by dramatic shifts in and surges of hormones,” says Dr. Richard Shames, of Sebastopol, California, co-author of Feeling Fat, Fuzzy, or Frazzled? “This is monumental, as far as the developing immune system is concerned. As the immune system is directly linked to hormonal influences, any hormonal imbalance will affect overall immunity.” Shames recommends selenium—a potent antioxidant and general immune booster—to help balance hormones. For children ages 8 to 18, aim for 100 mg per day.
Let ’em Get Dirty
“Once a child has been exposed to dirt and germs, the immune system
responds by trying to expel those bacteria from the body, which strengthens immunity,” counsels Jane Sheppard, owner of HealthyChild.com and founding executive director of the Holistic Pediatric Association. Avoid antibacterial soaps, cleansers and gels; most contain the chemical triclosan, which some researchers suspect of contributing to development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Instead, use a natural antibacterial gel or make one, by combining witch hazel or alcohol, tea tree oil and lavender essential oil.
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arving out time from crammed calendars for a week or more away from home can pose such a hurdle that more than half of all American workers forfeit hard-earned vacation days every year. Sometimes a long weekend in an inspiring locale is all we need to recharge our batteries. Short vacations invite welcome rest and relaxation and are often more sustainable, according to Gary Diedrichs, publisher of the online Green Traveler Guides (GreenTravelerGuides.com). “Airplanes pollute more than any other form of travel. When you take shorter trips by other means, whether bicycle or a hybrid rental car, you’re way ahead environmentally,” says Diedrichs, whose family enjoys road-tripping in an old Mercedes converted to run on recycled vegetable oil. For families, short, sweet trips are also easier to do with the kids in tow. “It’s also an opportunity for parents to reinforce that living sustainably isn’t just something you do at home,” notes Diedrichs.
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We can prescribe—and reward— ourselves with one of the following mini-vacations, whether it’s a trip to a green spa if we’re stressed or a hike in a park or the woods if we’ve been sedentary. Travel on tracks to trails. Leave behind stressful traffic and uninspiring highway views by hopping a train to a nearby state or national park. Riders can venture through a variety of terrains without leaving their seats. Amtrak reaches more than 237 national parks and monuments (AmtrakToParks.com), many of which offer stunning backdrops for outdoor music festivals. A rail-to-park adventure can rekindle old friendships with faraway, but not forgotten friends. Draw a circle encompassing everyone’s location and pick a park within the perimeter as the meet-up spot, distributing the travel burden equally. Agree beforehand which friends bring which essential camping equipment, food and other provisions so that everyone travels light.
Traversing trails is a fun, bonding experience. Go farm to fork. Escape city crowds, live bucolic fantasies and learn about sustainable agriculture during a farm stay. Organic family farms across the country offer overnight accommodations to supplement farming incomes and connect with local consumers. Farm life is about simple pleasures, like waking to a rooster’s call and then digging into a farm-fresh breakfast of free-range eggs, accompanied by homemade bread, cheese, jam and honey. Afterwards, stroll an apple orchard or fragrant field of lavender. Most farms allow guests to pitch in with the chores, maybe feeding chickens, milking cows, picking cherries or making yogurt. Find a place nearby at FarmStayUS.com. Renew your spirit. Reconnect with your faith or explore a new spiritual calling with a short stay at a retreat center. Some furnish structured guided sessions, such as vipassanã Buddhism’s silent retreats, at which participants sit in meditation eight hours a day without access to media or other distractions. Other centers assist guests in creating self-directed retreats tailored to personal goals. Grounds often feature sacred spaces like labyrinths or meditation gardens, providing an inspiring environment to contemplate one’s spiritual journey. RetreatFinder.com supplies a comprehensive listing of possibilities conducive to every spiritual persuasion, from Anglican to Zen, across the country and worldwide. Taste the terroir. A long weekend amidst vineyards can be a refreshing way to simultaneously explore the countryside and refine our wine palate. Along with tastings, some vintners provide tours of their vineyards and cellars, including insights into the characteristics of local terroirs that give each vintage its distinctive taste. Some also have bed and breakfast inns onsite,
eliminating the need for a designated driver. The site WineriesByState.com lists domestic wineries in all 50 states; KennUncorked.com provides information about biodynamic and organic winemakers. Pamper your body. Visiting a green destination spa is a soothing way to detox from stress while indulging in corporeal treats like a hot stone massage, aromatherapy treatment or rose petal bath. Green spas use natural products such as unbleached organic linens and botanically derived oils,
which are gentler on skin. Most practice sustainability in other areas as well, such as water management, energy use and waste reduction. Search for the perfect getaway treat at GreenSpaNetwork.org. Numerous farms, spas, parks and vineyards are waiting to be explored; many nearby that we may overlook draw visitors from around the world. “Local travel gives us a chance to dig more deeply into the places that surround us,” says Diedrichs. “We can have fun playing tourists in our own backyards and support sustainable, local businesses we discover along the way.” Connect with freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.
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Water sports for dogs can be done just for fun or to earn recognition. Venues range from a backyard adult or kiddie pool to a lake, river or ocean. All offer healthful exercise for canine bodies and brains.
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ome dogs seem born to another. To prevent possible swim, while others learn squabbles, company policy to love it and a few allows only same-household make entertaining spectators. dogs to swim in the same It all depends on temperapool. ment, breed and body style “Max is a fetching maplus energy and confidence niac in the water,” remarks levels, as well as training. Yue. “He doesn’t like to Not all dogs love to dive, but if his ball sinks, swim, says Eileen Proctor, a he’ll go after it. It’s low-impet lifestyle expert in Denver, pact, high-exercise playtime Michelle Yue and Max and the only thing I know Colorado, so proceed cautiously. “One of the first things to do is that will wear out a 2-year-old German buy a properly fitted life jacket that keeps shepherd pup.” his head out of the water,” she counsels. The skill of directed retrieval can be “Once he is used to wearing it, train him described as advanced fetching. Several to use steps [like in a pool] to walk into toys or dumbbells are placed on the and out of the water every time.” bottom of the pool and the handler tells Michelle Yue, a professional dog the dog which item to retrieve. Nautical trainer in Washington, D.C., takes her nosework is the most challenging—five dog, Max, to a dog-specific pool twice floating objects like tennis balls or duma month. At the Canine Fitness Center, mies are launched into the water by in Annapolis, Maryland, Max swims in another person. The dog must then find, one pool while canine buddies paddle in indicate and retrieve the one ball his
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person has handled. Other fun options are teaching a pet to tow a raft in the pool or to team swim with his owner. In a more complex aquaagility exercise, the dog swims a circle around his owner as a prelude to both of them swimming a synchronized, zigzag course between floating markers before returning to their starting positions. Ernie, a 95-pound Labrador retriever that lives with Sierra Prause, a marketing assistant, and Jaron Clinton, a search engine content marketer, in Phoenix, Arizona, rides in the storage area of Clinton’s kayak. Ernie came to them at age 4 and has always loved to jump in and swim alongside his owners. “Ernie’s claim to fame is fetching two tennis balls at once,” says Prause. “He wasn’t allowed in the pool at his former home, and now revels in taking a cooling dip after his twice-a-day walks.” Maria Schultz, author of How to SUP with Your Pup, enjoys stand up paddleboarding with her Australian shepherds, Riley and Kona, on rivers near her home in Fredericksburg, Virginia. She and Riley learned together in the living room. “I brought the board home and taught Riley how to hop on and off, where to sit or lie on the board, and to relax,” she relates. “I forgot the living room floor stood still. Riley was surprised when he got on the board on the river to find that it moved.” Riley was a good sport about it; within a week, he knew how to ride along. Kona took several months to get the hang of it. “Have patience, make it fun and all positive,” Schultz advises. “Know what motivates your dog. Riley works for food, Kona for praise.” For the more adventurous, Loews Coronado Bay Resort, in San Diego, offers one-hour surfing lessons for canine guests. Taught by Coronado Surfing Academy instructors, the only requirement is that a dog enjoys water. Of course, board shorts and a bandana are also provided so that Fido gets the full surfer dude experience. Enjoying warm weather and cool water with man’s best friend provides perfect fun for these dog days of summer.
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irst, check if area community pools allow dogs for special sessions. Many offer canine swims as fundraisers during off-season periods. Make sure the pet is sociable and wears a life jacket. The best swimmers include breeds used in water rescue or retrieval, such as the Newfoundland, Labrador retriever, Portuguese water dog, poodle and spaniel, as opposed to those with shorter snouts and airways. The stocky bodies and shorter legs of Scotties and dachshunds are also less conducive to water play. Dr. Jules Benson, vice president of Veterinary Services at Petplan Pet Insurance, in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, gives three key safety tips: Be alert for signs of tiredness, like trouble staying afloat or struggling to catch their breath; watch for vomiting, diarrhea or fever due to harmful bacteria in some waterways; and don’t let dogs drink from the ocean. Ingested salt water can unbalance electrolytes and lead to dehydration, brain damage, kidney failure and even death.
Pet expert Eileen Proctor recommends dabbing sunscreen on pet noses and ears before swimming and putting on the dog’s life jacket before going into, on or near the water. Always ensure that dogs are well-trained to come when called and leave found items and to take a break to rehydrate and rest. Supervise swimming dogs closely and make sure they aren’t drinking the water. If a dog hesitates to enter the water, leave his non-retractable leash on to reassure him he has assistance if needed, and stay in the pool with him. Establish a cue for entering and leaving the pool and use it before the dog overtires. Don’t allow a pet to climb the pool’s ladder to exit because a paw could slip, causing injury or panic. When boating, pull into a secluded area with no running propellers, active paddling or underwater snags, and keep the pet on a non-retractable lead or trained to swim close by. Rinse fur immediately after every swim to remove chlorine, bacteria, dirt or salt, and then dry the dog’s inner and outer ears.
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Day Care Goes Green What’s Good for Kids is Good for the World by Avery Mack
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ith children especially susceptible to germs, chemical sensitivities and allergens, it makes sense to ensure that the child-friendliness of day care facilities extends to their ecological integrity. When Denise Adusei, of New York City, was unable to find a preschool that included all the criteria she sought, she decided to create and direct Peartree Preschool, a year-round day care facility for 2-to-5-year-olds. “An eco-friendly day care environment is more than nontoxic paint, organic food and unscented soaps. It’s what you don’t see, as well,” says Adusei. “We first looked for a building with lots of natural light near Central Park. Manhattan has a high rate of allergens, so we went ahead with a thorough environmental inspection on what looked like an ideal building,” recalls Adusei. Inspectors pulled tiles from the floor, opened walls to check for mold and collected samples. “When they discovered signs of an old oil spill in the basement, we knew it was an unsafe place for children. We kept looking until we found the right building with large windows, near the park and environmentally safe,” she says, noting that her own kids now attend Peartree. Workplace coach Paul E. McGinniss, who also blogs at NewYorkGreenAdvocate.com, says, “Creating a garden onsite and connecting with local farmers or CSAs [community supported agriculture] to provide healthy, fresh foods is a great way to educate kids via a learning activity. New York’s Hudson Valley, where I live, has a farm to school movement. Everyone should know where their food comes from,” he says, echoing
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another day care cornerstone. In Madison, Connecticut, Tina Pascoe, a registered nurse, attorney and health consultant, co-founded Nurses for Day Care, a nationwide program. The staff finds that many children are sensitive to dye additives in mustard or ketchup, certain oils in soap, paint or cleaning fumes and fire-retardant chemicals embedded in new rugs and carpeting. “We push for the whole school to go green, not just the classroom, with the sensitive or allergic child in mind,” she says. “We’re willing to do whatever it takes, like providing special menus, banning perfumes and smoking, and only using disinfectant wipes or bleach during nighttime cleaning.” Pascoe personally works with about 80 facilities throughout the state. The Cottages at Michaels Learning Center, in Sarasota, is Florida’s first school to earn a Level Three Green School and green infant care certification from the National Green School Coalition and operates the city’s only certified green infant care program. Children from 6 weeks through kindergarten benefit. The school even conducts regular radon testing. Owner and Director Michelle Ireland assesses, “It’s cause and effect. One of the things we teach the children is how our actions have an impact on the world.” Mark Stedelbauer, vice president of marketing at eWater Advantage, in Raleigh, North Carolina, strives to inform day care administrators about the value of using electrolyzed water instead of cleansers. An electrical current that runs through a blend of ordinary tap water and minerals changes the basic nature of water. A lower pH creates a disinfecting solution; a higher pH results in a degreaser. Both solutions clean and kill germs without fumes, residue or allergy triggers. “Often, the combined cost of the electricity, water and mineral supplements used is less than what would be spent on multiple cleaning products,” Stedelbauer points out. It can be created by the half-gallon in a toaster-sized unit onsite and has been approved by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Department of Agriculture (for use on meat) and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (for use on produce). Also, electrolyzed water won’t harm skin or clothing. Creative Minds Learning Centers’ six locations are recognized by the Oregon Program of Quality as among the top 25 schools in the state. They buy renewable energy from wind, solar and biomass sources. At the school, they compost, plant sustainable gardens, collect rainwater and recycle. Nature preschools in the U.S., nearly 30 sites and growing, use a community nature center as a regular part of their learning program (Tinyurl.com/NaturePreschools). Generally, the children are outdoors for 45 to 90 minutes per day, weather permitting, and flexible activities allow them to investigate their own interests safely. Daily explorations build valuable skills like observation, sorting and experimentation. Children experiencing green day care see firsthand how healthy, environmentally sound choices can help make their present and future safe. Telling their parents about their school experiences is a natural bonus. Avery Mack is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect via AveryMack@mindspring.com.
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 1 “Maps of the Mind” art class – 10am-12:30pm (Fridays in August). Search for meaning by creating maps of the mind using drawing, collage techniques. Jas Milam, artist and art therapist, will present various maps of the mind from history, as well as the inspiration and art materials to map relevant places in contemporary life. $50 (includes materials). Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 2 Back-to-School Open House at LearningRx – 11am-2pm. Free brain-training demos, homework tips/strategies, food, prizes. Half off cognitive skills assessment. LearningRx Chattanooga Brain Training Center, 2040 Hamilton Place Blvd. Info: LearningRx.com/Chattanooga-east or 423-305-1599. “A Day of Practice” at Center for Mindful Living – 10am-3pm. Yong Oh facilitates alternating periods of sitting meditation, walking meditation, and some guided meditation, offers guidelines for walking meditation and eating. $25. Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 5 Introduction to Buteyko Breathing Method – 6:30-8:30pm. Learn good breathing techniques to improve asthma, allergies, snoring, sleep apnea, impotence. Four Season Wellness, 6243 Vance Rd. Ste. 4, Chattanooga. Info: Carol Hawkins, 423-584-0423.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 7 “Open Heart, Open Mind” – 10-11am (Thursdays in August). With Allyson Ford, Feldenkrais practitioner. Ease and free the movement of the neck, shoulders and ribs to reopen this critical connection, making it possible for the mind and heart to collaborate and guide you. CML members free/ nonmembers $10. Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 8 “Maps of the Mind” art class – 10am-12:30pm (Fridays in August). Search for meaning by creating maps of the mind using drawing, collage techniques. Jas Milam, artist and art therapist, will present various maps of the mind from history, as well as the inspiration and art materials to map relevant places in contemporary life. $50 (includes materials). Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 9 “The Artist’s Mind” class – 10am-1:15pm. In this art workshop intensive, participants will look at the life and work of Louise Nevelson and exercise their own inner sculptor by creating a wood sculpture. $60 CML members/$75 nonmembers (includes materi-
als). Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 14 “Open Heart, Open Mind” – 10-11am (Thursdays in August). With Allyson Ford, Feldenkrais practitioner. Ease and free the movement of the neck, shoulders and ribs to reopen this critical connection, making it possible for the mind and heart to collaborate and guide you. CML members free/ nonmembers $10. Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 15 “Maps of the Mind” art class – 10am-12:30pm (Fridays in August). Search for meaning by creating maps of the mind using drawing, collage techniques. Jas Milam, artist and art therapist, will present various maps of the mind from history, as well as the inspiration and art materials to map relevant places in contemporary life. $50 (includes materials). Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 “Introducing & Cultivating Equanimity (Upekkha)” – 2-4pm. With Janka Livoncova. Second of two-part pranayama and meditation series. No experience necessary. Cost is $30, or $50 for both. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St., Chattanooga. Info: ClearSpringYoga.com.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 17 Free Transcendental Meditation presentation – 2-4pm. Boost mental/physical well-being naturally. CHEO hosts TM teacher Ellen Craig in the yoga/ speaker room of Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Open to public. Info: Merry Johnson, 706-952-1608, or 4CHEO.org.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 21 “Open Heart, Open Mind” – 10-11am (Thursdays in August). With Allyson Ford, Feldenkrais practitioner. Ease and free the movement of the neck, shoulders and ribs to reopen this critical connection, making it possible for the mind and heart to collaborate and guide you. CML members free/ nonmembers $10. Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 22 “Maps of the Mind” art class – 10am-12:30pm (Fridays in August). Search for meaning by creating maps of the mind using drawing, collage techniques. Jas Milam, artist and art therapist, will present various maps of the mind from history, as well as the inspiration and art materials to map relevant places in contemporary life. $50 (includes materials). Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279.
“What is Your Pet Really Saying? Basics of Animal Communication” – 11am-12:30pm. Pet communicator Vicki Lewis explains the basics of how to have an intimate conversation with pets or animals of any kind and gain a deeper understanding of their behaviors, feelings, food and wellness preferences. $25 CML members/$30 nonmembers. Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 28 “Open Heart, Open Mind” – 10-11am (Thursdays in August). With Allyson Ford, Feldenkrais practitioner. Ease and free the movement of the neck, shoulders and ribs to reopen this critical connection, making it possible for the mind and heart to collaborate and guide you. CML members free/ nonmembers $10. Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 29 “Maps of the Mind” art class – 10am-12:30pm (Fridays in August). Search for meaning by creating maps of the mind using drawing, collage techniques. Jas Milam, artist and art therapist, will present various maps of the mind from history, as well as the inspiration and art materials to map relevant places in contemporary life. $50 (includes materials). Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: 423-486-1279. “The Rhythm of Health” – Aug. 29-30. With guest instructor Doug Keller. Four-session yoga workshop focused on joints and muscles. Cost for all is $250 ($225 if registered by 7/31). Also priced individually. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St., Chattanooga. Info: ClearSpringYoga.com.
save the date TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction – Tuesdays Sept. 16-Nov. 4, 6-8pm. With Yong Oh and Janka Livoncova. All-day retreat Saturday, Oct. 25. Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: CenterMindfulLiving.org.
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Star Knowledge Conference – Sept. 18-20. Indigenous chiefs, wisdom keepers, more than 30 speakers, 20 vendors. Montgomery Bell State Park, Nashville. Sept. 21: Ceremony at Mound Bottom. Register: StarKnowledgeNashville.com , 1-800-221-6801.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s –Two-mile walk at Tennessee Riverpark to raise awareness and funds to fight the nation’s 6th-leading cause of death. Includes tribute ceremony to those affected by Alzheimer’s. Post-walk food and live music. Info: Alz.org/walk or 800-272-3900.
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wednesday Daily Zen Meditation Group – 6:30-8am. Led by Rev. Travis Suiryu Eiseman. Donation-based; sitting cushions provided. Newcomers are encouraged to attend an evening session (Wed, Thus or Sun) for Zen meditation instruction. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 619-820-6832, TravisEiseman@yahoo.com, MovementArtsCollective.com. Intermediate Yoga – 11:45am-1pm. With Janka Livoncova. For students who have a basic foundation
and are ready for deeper exploration of postures, breathing techniques. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St., Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Yoga in Japanese with Mina Chong – Noon-1pm. $8 per class. Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-503-9351. Dojo Chattanooga – Adult Kenpo 1-2pm; Youth Kenpo 4:30-5:30pm; Fitness Kickboxing 5:30-6pm; Warrior Fit 6-6:30pm; Adult Kenpo 6:30-7:30pm; Wing Chun 7:30-8:30pm. Beginners welcome. 323 Cherokee Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-267-0855. Mindful Yoga with Annie Harpe – 5:30pm. $10 per class. Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-598-8802. Daily Zen Meditation Group –8-9pm. Led by Rev. Travis Suiryu Eiseman. Donation-based; sitting cushions provided. Includes Zen meditation instruction. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 619-820-6832, TravisEiseman@ yahoo.com, MovementArtsCollective.com.
thursday Daily Zen Meditation Group – 6:30-8am. Led by Rev. Travis Suiryu Eiseman. Donation-based; sitting cushions provided. Newcomers are encouraged to attend an evening session (Wed, Thus or Sun) for Zen meditation instruction. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 619-820-6832, TravisEiseman@yahoo.com, MovementArtsCollective.com. Dojo Chattanooga – Warrior Fit 12:30-1pm; Wing Chun 1-2pm; Youth Kenpo 4:30-5:30pm; Fitness Kickboxing 5:30-6pm; Warrior Fit 6-6:30pm; Wing Chun 6:30-7:30pm; Adult Kenpo 7:30-8:30pm. Beginners welcome. 323 Cherokee Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-267-0855. Walk-In Acupuncture Sessions – 1-6pm. See Monday listing for details. Margie J. Wesley, LAc, Nutrition World Wellness Center, 6245 Vance Rd. Ste. 4, Chattanooga. Info: 423-596-9024 or FourSeasonsAcupuncture.com. 50+ Yoga with Anita Gaddy – 2-3:15pm. Userfriendly yoga for those aged 50+. Flexibility, strengthening, relaxation and renewal of energy. One hour of breath and movement followed by 15 minutes of meditation. $5 drop-in. Nutrition World Wellness Center, behind Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: NutritionW.com. Signal Mountain Farmers’ Market – 4-6pm. Seasonal produce, eggs, meats, body products, coffee, crafts, baked goods, dog treats, boiled peanuts, plants, flowers, all from local farms. New location: front lot of Pruett’s Signal Mountain Market. Info: signalfarmersmarket@gmail.com. Zumba Fitness classes with Ana Oritz – 4:305:30pm. Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, high-energy dance burns calories for losing weight and getting fit. Nutrition World Wellness Center, behind Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-3264331 or alexana_23@yahoo.com. Flow/Restorative Yoga with Mina Chong – 6:157:30pm. $10 per class or 11 classes for $100. Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-503-9351.
Daily Zen Meditation Group – 8-9pm. Led by Rev. Travis Suiryu Eiseman. Donation-based; sitting cushions provided. Includes Zen meditation instruction. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 619-820-6832, TravisEiseman@ yahoo.com, MovementArtsCollective.com. Body Massage – One full-hour body massage for $25. The Massage Institute of Cleveland, 2321 N. Ocoee St., Cleveland. Info: 423-559-0380.
friday Daily Zen Meditation Group – 6:30-8am. Led by Rev. Travis Suiryu Eiseman. Donation-based; sitting cushions provided. Newcomers are encouraged to attend an evening session (Wed, Thus or Sun) for Zen meditation instruction. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 619-820-6832, TravisEiseman@yahoo.com, MovementArtsCollective.com.
saturday Daily Zen Meditation Group – 6:30-8am. Led by Rev. Travis Suiryu Eiseman. Donation-based; sitting cushions provided. Newcomers are encouraged to attend an evening session (Wed, Thus or Sun) for Zen meditation instruction. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 619-820-6832, TravisEiseman@yahoo.com, MovementArtsCollective.com. Qigong Level 1 – 9am. With Clare Mills. Montgomery Room inside Center on Main, 320 E. Main St., Chattanooga. Info: 423-643-1980. All Levels Yoga – 9-10:15am. With Anthony Crutcher. Focus is on mind-body connection, centering, and stress reduction. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St., Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.
Dojo Chattanooga – Fencing 4:30-5:30pm ; Wing Chun 5:30-6:30pm. Beginners welcome. 323 Cherokee Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-267-0855.
Dojo Chattanooga – Fencing 9:30-10:30am; Fitness Kickboxing 10:30-11am; Warrior Fit 1111:30am; Adult Kenpo 11:30am-12:30pm; Wing Chun 1-2pm. Beginners welcome. 323 Cherokee Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-267-0855.
Emotional Freedom Technique at Nutrition World – EFT practitioner Lucille York is at Nutrition World on Fridays to help people use this natural method of improving health by releasing trapped emotions. Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-355-9205 or EmoFree.com.
Zumba Fitness classes with Ana Oritz – 10-11am. Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, high-energy dance burns calories for losing weight and getting fit. Nutrition World Wellness Center, behind Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-3264331 or alexana_23@yahoo.com. Prenatal Yoga – Noon-1pm. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-401-8115 or MovementArtsCollective.com.
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Astrology LILAN LAISHLEY, PhD Center for Mindful Living 1212 McCallie Ave. Chattanooga, TN 37404 423-503-5474 DrLilan@Laishley.com Laishley.com
Astrologer and counselor with extensive education and experience helps you gain greater self-understanding. Explore work, relationships, children, career and life purpose. Appointments for birth chart, chart comparison, current cycles, counseling, classes and mentoring.
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FULL CIRCLE MEDICAL CENTER Charles C. Adams, MD 4085 Cloud Springs Rd. Ringgold, GA 30736 706-861-7377 DrPrevent.com
For over a decade, Full Circle Medical Center has continued to help men and women get their youth back by balancing hormones naturally with bioidentical hormones. See ad, page 22.
Education CHEO (COMPLEMENTARY HEALTH EDUCATION ORGANIZATION) 4CHEO.org
Nonprofit CHEO educates the public about holistic health practices. Free meeting third Sunday each month, 2-4 pm. Website includes meeting information, practitioner member directory, event calendar, information on membership and print directory.
JO MILLS PET GROOMING
Chattanooga Holistic Animal Institute 918 East Main St. Chattanooga, TN 37408 423-531-8899 Offering green grooming, including relaxing hydro-massage baths with all-natural EarthBath products. Certified grooming for all canine breeds, as well as cats.
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LearningRx’s targeted brain-training works with children and adults to treat the cause of learning struggles, including AD/HD, dyslexia and other difficulties, by strengthening the skills that determine how well one learns, reads, remembers and thinks. See ad, page 16.
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Holistic Dentistry SMILES OF CHATTANOOGA Robert J. Gallien, DDS 4620 Hwy. 58 Chattanooga, TN 37416 423-208-9783 SmileChattanooga.com
Catering to patients’ personal needs with a whole-body approach. Dr. Gallien offers tests for sensitivities to commonly used dental materials and uses only biocompatible materials to restore beautiful, naturallooking teeth. Offering removal of mercury-silver fillings. See ad, page 13.
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KINESIO TAPING RESTORATIVE BODY THERAPIES Carol Bieter, LMT, CKTP 243 Signal Mountain Rd. Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-605-4855 RestorativeBodyTherapies.com
Carol Bieter is a certified Kinesio Taping practitioner, having completed all three levels of training and passed the CKTP exam. Currently one of the only certified Kinesio Taping practitioners in the Knoxville and Chattanooga areas. See ad, page 10.
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Trevor Haines 323 Cherokee Blvd. Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-267-0855 Trevor@DojoChattanooga.com DojoChattanooga.com Trevor Haines teaches the martial arts Wing Chun Kung Fu and Five Animal Kenpo Karate. Excellent for self-defense and overall wellness, martial arts develop physical and mental confidence and discipline.
Massage Institute of Cleveland, East Tennessee’s oldest continuously operating massage school. 28-week-long day or evening program. $3,400 tuition includes books. No-interest payment plans. VA-approved. Discount massage clinic open to public.
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Customized therapeutic massage relieves stress, decreases anxiety, increases energy, promotes healthier lifestyle. Long-term effects can include increased circulation, improved flexibility and stronger immunity. Our professional massage therapists will work with you to customize your session. See ad, page 39.
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RESTORATIVE BODY THERAPIES Carol Bieter, LMT, CNMT 243 Signal Mountain Rd. Ste. E Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-605-4855 RestorativeBodyTherapies.com
Licensed massage therapist and certified neuromuscular therapist offers a wide range of relaxation and treatment massage techniques including neuromuscular therapy, myofascial release and Reiki. Certified and extensively trained in sports massage. See ad, page 10.
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Kenda Komula 207 Woodland Ave. Chattanooga, TN 37402 423-400-9175
Experienced; certified in Original Ingham Method. Works on the hands and feet. Reflexology increases nerve and blood supply and circulation to the whole body, balancing and helping it normalize. Calming sessions designed for individual needs.
Salons BANANA TREE ORGANIC SALON AND SPA Angela Oliver 1309 Panorama Dr. Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-553-6773 BananaTreeSalon.com Facebook.com/BananaTreeSalon
Healthy, vibrant hair color without the chemicals! Only at Banana Tree Organic Salon. Relaxing massages, all-organic facials, Pedispa pedicures and complimentary drinks.
345 Frazier Ave. Ste. 108 Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-757-2900 MassageEnvy.com/clinics/TN/Frazier.aspx
MASSAGE ENVY SPA – HAMILTON PLACE 2100 Hamilton Place Blvd. Ste. 208 Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-855-8686 MassageEnvy.com/clinics/TN/HamiltonPlace.aspx
With Murad® Healthy Skin facials, you can enjoy lasting relief and more youthful-looking skin on your schedule. How? Well, our experienced estheticians use specially formulated Murad products to help improve skin texture, tone and appearance. See ad, page 39.
Thermography STILLPOINT HEALTH ASSOCIATES June Carver Drennon 1312-B Hanover St. Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-756-2443
Dedicated to improving health through thermography, colonic irrigation, cellular detoxifying foot baths, massage and lymphatic therapy. Additional therapies available include individual and family counseling, and Emotional Freedom Technique. See ad, page 5.
Yoga CLEARSPRING YOGA
105 N. Market St. Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-266-3539 ClearSpringYoga.com Chattanooga’s original studio since 1999, offering a range of classes seven days a week for all ages and abilities. Small class size, personalized attention, beginner-friendly. Come be a part of this vibrant yoga community. See ad, page 13.
MOVEMENT ARTS COLLECTIVE Stacey L. Nolan, MEd Tara Phillips, MSW, MEd 3813 Dayton Blvd. Red Bank, TN 37415 423-401-8115 MovementArtsCollective.com
The Movement Arts Collective is a studio for dance and yoga offering classes and specialty workshops in belly dance, yoga, prenatal dance, creative movement for children, Zen meditation, and other movement and wellness arts topics.
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