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Pioneering Doctors and Patients Reinvent Heart Care

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Heart Health There are 17 Risk Factors for Heart Disease. Some of them will surprise you. Some you’ve never even heard about! All are essential to staying alive. Come learn everything you need to know from Life Extension®’s own Jeff Thomas, C.N. & keep your heart healthy. Date: February 19, 2014 Place: Nutrition World 6201 Lee Highway Chattanooga, TN 37421

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abouT Jeff THomas Take advantage of this exciting opportunity to meet Jeff Thomas, a Certified Nutritionist. He is a graduate of the National Institute of Nutritional Education (NINE), located in Aurora, Colorado. Jeff’s interest in the natural health field began during his own battles with chronic allergies and asthma. Jeff has been studying and advocating alternative health choices for over 30 years.

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Returning to its Heart-Healthy Origins by Janet Osen

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he Bee Gees were ahead of their time. They were asking “How Can You Mend a Broken Heart?” back in 1971, when doctors (and literalists who obviously didn’t appreciate an awesome three-part falsetto) had a blunt answer: “You can’t.” But it turns out you can, to a certain extent, especially if you catch it early. (There’s also plenty you can do—far more than doctors once realized—to keep your heart from getting “broken” in the first place.) The science has evolved when it comes to the causes, prevention and treatment of Coronary Heart Disease (CHD)—the number-one cause of death for Americans. Our goal with this issue of Natural Awakenings is to give you the most up-to-date information on heart health, from an overview of progressive medical thought to everyday tips for keeping your ticker in top shape. Our cover story on page 16, “Rethinking Heart Health,” profiles several doctors who are turning the traditional approach to CHD on its head. Among their surprising, but medically substantiated, assertions: (1) many symptoms of CHD can be reversed through changes in diet and lifestyle; (2) plaque, the main culprit in CHD, is largely preventable; (3) stress is a bigger risk factor for CHD than we thought it was; (4) cholesterol is a smaller risk factor than we thought it was; (5) love and intimacy are critical to heart health. All these concepts point to natural, multifaceted, proactive solutions as the future of cardiovascular care, which for too long has boiled down to labels followed by pharmaceuticals. We like this artful redefinition of disease from Dr. Stephen Masley, author of The 30-Day Heart TuneUp: “Rather than diagnosing high blood pressure as hypertension, I categorize it as not enough exercise, not enough fruits and vegetables, high emotional stress and excessive body fat.” All that is to say, your heart is in your hands. Your day is filled with little chances to help your heart: Choose the faraway parking spot. Give your honey an extra hug. Spend a few minutes in meditation. Eat chocolate for breakfast. Okay, we wanted to make sure that you were still reading. But we also are happy to report that chocolate—long considered just a guilty pleasure—has earned a second look from scientists, who now think it might merit “superfood” status. That’s right, chocolate is actually good for your heart, although there are two caveats: the darker the chocolate the better, and a little goes a long way. (We were kidding about chocolate for breakfast.) Get all the details in our “Conscious Eating” article, page 28. Love, chocolate … looks like Valentine’s Day just became a “personal health” day.

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newsbriefs Free Heart Health Lecture February 19

he public is invited to a free lecture, “Everything You Need to Know about Heart Health,” with a special focus on the role of nutrition in preventing heart disease. The lecture will be held February 19 at 6 p.m. at Nutrition World in Chattanooga. Ed Jones “There are 17 risk factors for heart disease—some you’ve probably never heard about,” says Nutrition World owner Ed Jones. “Traditional approaches to heart disease focus on only three major risk factors, such as cholesterol, but 50 percent of all heart attack victims taken to the hospital have normal cholesterol. The good news is that most of the risk factors for plaque and heart disease can be controlled if you know about them. The bad news is that medical schools generally don’t introduce these concepts to doctors because most of these risk factors can’t be treated with synthetic drugs; instead, they require a lifestyle change and nutritional supplementation.” The featured speaker will be Jeff Thomas, a certified nutritionist who has given presentations on the subject twice before at Nutrition World. “Jeff is a graduate of the National Institute of Nutritional Education in Aurora, Colorado,” Jones says. “His interest in the natural health field began during his own battles with chronic allergies and asthma. He has been studying and advocating alternative health choices for over 30 years, and he will teach you everything you need to know about keeping your heart healthy.” Seating is limited, so call ahead (423-892-4085) to reserve a spot.

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n February 1, Sallie Beckes and Charlene Gill of ClearSpring Yoga (CSY) will lead a special winter restorative yoga practice designed to leave participants refreshed, renewed and inspired after the holidays. The restorative yoga practice is like a mini-vacation from the everyday stresses of life, Beckes says. “It is a practice of being rather than doing, a practice of deliberate stillness, which grants you entrance into a rich inner landscape,” she says. “As the props relieve your muscles and bones of their roles of support and action, your nervous system sends and receives fewer messages and grows quiet. Layers of tension melt away as you learn to be present to what is happening in the body and mind in each moment.” Participants will experience a deeper sense of awareness and relaxation as licensed massage therapist Charlene A. Gill adds her healing touch and warm stones to heighten the experience. Workshop hours are 2 to 4:30 p.m. The cost is $45, and the workshop is limited to the first 16 registrants (prepaid reservations only). Register online at ClearSpringYoga.com or sign up at the studio.

For class, event and workshop information, visit ClearSpringYoga.com or call 423-266-3539. CSY is located at 105 N. Market St., Chattanooga. See ad, page 25.

New Store Carries “Dr. Clark” Products

shop dedicated to the products and protocols of alternative health pioneer Hulda Clark, PhD, opened in Chattanooga in January. “The Dr. Clark Research Store is the first one of its kind in the world to my knowledge,” says store manager Jonathan Bouldin. “Up till now, the only place to obtain these specific devices and Dr. Clark Research Associationbrand products was online, from various e-commerce websites.” Hulda Clark, PhD Clark, who died in 2009, was a 1928-2009 naturopath and author with a background in biophysics and cell physiology. “Her academic background, together with her deep love and empathy for humankind, enabled her to create an all-round protocol with a 360-degree view on all aspects of disease,” Bouldin says. “She was convinced that ‘the essence of curing’ is to have the common goal to analyze our problems, find the causes and

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remove them.” To that end, Clark developed herbal cleanses for parasites, the kidneys, the bowels and the liver. She also invented popular alternative health-care devices like the Zapper, a frequency generator designed to destroy parasites, viruses and bacteria. “We’ve run the Dr. Clark Research Association out of Chattanooga for many years, so establishing a storefront here is the next logical step,” Bouldin says. “Plus, for a city here in the South, it doesn’t get much better than Chattanooga. The average citizen is active and focused on their health, so we have high hopes to build up a strong local following.” The store is located at 5959 Shallowford Rd. Ste. 317. Contact the store at 423-648-7570. See ad, page 25.

IOS Device Uses Thumbprint to Gauge Fitness

ests once requiring the services of a doctor’s office and lab at considerable cost can now be done by a tiny IOS device called a Tinké, which gauges several important areas of health and gives immediate feedback. Lucile York, who began using the Tinké for an employee wellness program, is now using it in her energy practice at Stillpoint Health Associates in Hixson. York says she attaches the Tinké to her iPad. “It’s super thin, about Lucille York three inches square, and includes two sensing windows to take its measurements from a user’s thumb,” she says. “There are two LEDs with different wavelengths which react to blood volume changes.” Using two measurements, a Vita index and a Zen index, the Tinké creates a personalized fitness score by piecing and analyzing data collected from heart and respiratory rates and blood oxygen level. “The Vita index tells you your fitness level at a glance,” she says. “Then, using heart rate variability as a basis, the Zen index indicates your level of relaxation after you’ve completed a 60-second controlled breathing exercise.” Many of her co-workers at Tennessee Awning who used this non-intrusive testing device expressed interest in further studying the role of stress in personal health, York says. She now uses the Tinké in her Stillpoint practice to assess her clients’ energy and wellness and their relationship to overall health. For questions or appointments, contact Lucille York at 423355-9205.

Brain Ninja Games Day at LearningRx

his month LearningRx Chattanooga Brain Training Center will host Brain Ninja Games Day, a free event designed to introduce children aged 6-12 to mental and physical workouts through a series of friendly competitions. “Participants will test their brain power, black-belt skills and balancing abilities, plus enjoy food and prizes,” says LearningRx executive director Michelle Hecker Davis. The event will be held February 15 from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the North River YMCA. Brain Ninja Games Day is part of a national initiative to raise awareness about the brain’s ability to change at any age, Davis says. “LearningRx brain training centers across the United States are holding a similar Brain Olympics event,” she says. “It’s an entertaining but low-pressure environment to allow children to flex their mental and physical muscles with a day of cognitive competition.” That competition will include games like Memory Marathon (How many words can you remember?) and Memory Math Sprint (a multitasking math challenge). “These aren’t academic exercises; they’re cognitive fun,” Davis says. The Brain Ninja Games event is open to kids of all ages and abilities, and all games, snacks and prizes are free. Walk-ins are welcome, but preregistration is requested to facilitate planning.

LearningRx Chattanooga Brain Training Center is linked with 80 such centers throughout the United States, through which more than 30,000 children and adults have received brain training to achieve higher IQs, faster thinking, easier learning and better memory and concentration skills. To learn more about or register for the Brain Ninja Games Day, call 423-305-1599. See ad, page 12.

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newsbriefs Native Plant Classes at Reflection Riding

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he Chattanooga Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center (CANC) is offering a new, 64-hour certification course in native plants, with its first class scheduled for February 1. Arboretum Curator Dennis Bishop says he got the idea from a similar program hosted at the Birmingham Botanical Garden. “We hope people take these concepts of native plants, plant conservation and plant communities to their home gardens,” he says. “We want them to tie this really old concept of gardening to the relatively new concept of ecology. The plants they bring home and put in their gardens are tied to wildlife there and will help the soil and air.” The curriculum will comprise four eight-hour and four four-hour classes, including both core and elective classes. Students also will be required to log 40 to 50 volunteer hours over the length of the program. “Course requirements must be completed within three years of starting the program, but students can knock out all their coursework within one year if they want to,” Bishop says. The program is being hosted, run and organized by CANC in conjunction with the Tennessee Valley Wild Ones and the Tennessee Native Plant Society. At least one class will be hosted every month at CANC. Classes will include “Native Trees: Canopies of Shade”; “Habitat for Wildlife”; “Form, Function and Beauty in the Plant World”; “Spring Ephemeral Wildflowers”; “Native Shrubs in the Landscape”; and more. A full class list is available at ChattanoogaANC.org. To register, call 423-821-1160 and ask for Dennis Bishop. See ad, page 21.

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n February 16 from 2 to 4 p.m., CHEO will host Chitra Gunderson, certified Tachyon practitioner, who will give a presentation on “Tachyon Energy: CuttingEdge Holistic Modality That Accelerates Healing.” “Tachyon Energy creates balance, opens blocks and restores the natural flow of energy to our subtle energy fields,” Gunderson says. “Once the energy flow is restored, our body has the power to heal on its own, with increased awareness and accelerated speed.” Gunderson will explain how Tachyon Energy interacts with the body to promote physical, mental and emotional health. (Learn more at RainforestCanopy.com.) Like all CHEO’s monthly educational meetings, this one is free and open to the public. CHEO’s Jeannie Harrison, RN, says, “We invite the public to attend to learn the answers to these questions: What is energy healing? How does it help heal? What is Tachyon Energy? How do types of energy healing differ? and What will a person experience in a Tachyon session?” CHEO meetings are held at Nutrition World (6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga), downstairs in the Yoga/Speaker Room (look for the signs). For more information, contact Jeannie Harrison at 423-488-5321 or jeannie25203@gmail.com, or visit the CHEO website: 4CHEO.org. See resource guide listing, page 35.

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Reflexes Key to Chronic Pain Treatment

New “Village” for Families Seeking Wellness

magine turning off pain in seconds by stimulating previously hidden neurological reflexes. That’s the goal of a cutting-edge non-narcotic treatment called the Pain Neutralization Technique (PNT), says local physical therapist Carol Bell Hawkins. Hawkins recently returned from Denver, where she trained with the chiropractor who developed PNT after 30 Carol Hawkins years of practice. ““I saw patients who thought they needed surgery get immediate relief without surgery,” Hawkins says. “I witnessed miraculous, rapid results on patients with chronic pain such as migraines, TMJ, disc problems, sciatica, and low-back, abdominal and knee pain. Now I’m ready to share this great pain treatment with patients in the Chattanooga area.” She notes that PNT is unlike other treatments for chronic trigger-point pain, such as ischemic compression, myofascial release or strain/counter-strain. “PNT is based on simple but solid physiological principles of the musculoskeletal system,” she says. “When the correct reflexes such as GTOs or sclerotomes are stimulated, the body will generate healing and eliminate trigger points and palpatory pain. Just as it is normal for the knee to jerk when the patella tendon is tapped, it is normal for a pain to resolve when the proper reflex is elicited.” She says PNT involves a much shorter treatment time and produces instant results in many cases. The technique uses fingertip pressure only—“no devices, lasers, electronics or needles.” Robert Rowen, MD, and Jonathan Wright, MD, have recently written extensively about PNT in their national newsletters.

he adage “It takes a village to raise a child” is truer today than ever before, as parents are bombarded with information about vaccines, birthing options, GMOs, global warming, and social and ecological concerns. “We are inundated with more information than we can possibly process,” says Rebecca Klein, DC, owner of Inspire Chiropractic in Chattanooga. “That can be overwhelming and downright Rebecca Klein scary for parents trying to make the right decisions for their family.” Chattanooga Pathways Connect to Family Wellness Group, a free organization that meets monthly at Inspire Chiropractic, was created to be a supportive “village” for anyone interested in learning more about family wellness and conscious choices. Klein notes that parents seeking guidance in these areas are already creating villages in the form of blogs, discussion boards, and Facebook and Meetup groups—likeminded individuals who connect to share their experiences and ideas. In such an environment, parents can challenge and expand the choices they make for their families, Klein says. “This village brings people of all backgrounds together to make informed choices that fit with their lifestyles. It gives them reassurance and validation to stand strong in their conscious parenting lifestyles. It isn’t about whose choice is better, but rather what choice is right for a particular family. As a village, these individuals create a safe and respectful outlet to voice their views on their families’ journey to wellness.”

For more information about PNT or to schedule an appointment with Carol Hawkins, contact her at 423-584-0423.

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Wild Valentines

Many Animals Mate for Life Humans like to think of themselves as unique when it comes to taking vows of togetherness. But a surprising number of other species in the animal kingdom provide sterling examples of fidelity, monogamy and lifelong pairing. Gibbons, of the ape family, are the nearest relatives to humans that mate for life. They form extremely strong pairings and both sexes are on relatively equal footing in their relationships. Bald eagles, our national emblem, typically mate for life, except in the event of a partner’s inability to procreate. Wolves, often portrayed as tricksters in folklore, conduct a family life more loyal than many human relationships. Wolf packs typically comprise a male, a female and their offspring, making them akin to a human nuclear family. Swans form monogamous pair bonds that last for many years or even for life. Their loyalty is so storied that the image of two swans swimming with their necks entwined in the shape of a heart has become a universal symbol of true love. French angelfish are seldom found far from their mate, because they live, travel and even hunt in pairs. The fish form monogamous relationships that often last as long as both individuals are alive. In fact, they act as a team to vigorously defend their territory against neighboring pairs. Other examples include albatrosses, African antelopes, black vultures, Malagasy giant rats, prairie voles, sandhill cranes, termites and, of course, turtle doves. To view images, visit Tinyurl.com/AnimalMatePics and Tinyurl.com/Animal MatesSlideshow.

Sweet Solution

Turning Agri-Waste to Good Use Cement that incorporates waste ash from sugar production is not only stronger than ordinary cement, it also qualifies as a greener building material. Researchers at the Niels Bohr Institute at the University of Copenhagen, in Denmark, have found that cement made with sugar cane ash mixed in is stronger, can withstand higher pressure and crumbles less than ordinary cement. In countries where sugar cane is grown, such as Cuba and Brazil, this agricultural waste product has been added to cement for years. Extracting sugar from the cane typically leaves a lot of fiber waste that is burned into ash, discarded and then requires disposal. Using sugar cane ash also can lower the energy use and carbon footprint of cement production. Heloisa Bordallo, a researcher at the Institute, comments, “You are saving both CO2 emissions and raw materials.” Source: EcoSeed.org

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Small Retailers Gaining Force While online mega-shopping malls have decimated many types of small businesses around the country, the Business Alliance for Local Living Economies notes that independent bookstores are doing surprisingly well. For the last four years, their number and total sales have grown, despite the recent recession. In 2009, citizens patronized 1,651 independent bookstores in the United States; today their number exceeds 1,900. In addition, local coffee shops have grown faster than the largest chain’s storefronts. Bakers and specialty food purveyors, independent pharmacies and pet, fabric and stationery stores are growing, too. One reason for the good news is the “buy local” ethic promoted by groups such as the American Independent Business Alliance. Last year, sales at independent businesses in cities benefitting from these campaigns grew 8.6 percent; those without them still increased 3.4 percent. Independents are winning customer loyalty in part by hosting and sponsoring events that enrich the community. The public is realizing that buying local supports area families, keeps more dollars circulating locally and strengthens a healthy sense of community that benefits everyone. Source: YesMagazine.org

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Early Warnings of Heart Troubles Differ for Women

omen may worry more about breast cancer, but in reality, heart disease is the top killer of American women, claiming 300,000 lives a year, 7.5 times the number that die of breast cancer, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Although heart disease is more often perceived as a men’s issue, since 1984 more women have died of heart disease than men. Part of the reason may be that women’s heart attacks can differ from men’s and the American Heart Association (AHA) warns that women often fail to recognize the symptoms, ranging from torso aches and pains and nausea to anxiety, shortness of breath, dizziness and extreme fatigue. They may experience subtle symptoms for months and write them off as byproducts of menopause, heartburn or effects of aging. The National Institutes of Health states that 43 percent of women that have heart attacks experience no chest pain. The difference between the more subtle signs of a heart attack in women and the more dramatic signs in men may help explain why 75 percent of men, prompted to act quickly, survive a first heart attack, while only 62 percent of women do, according to the AHA. “Research shows that women may not be diagnosed or treated as aggressively as men,” notes the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, part of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.

Nostalgia Arms Us for the Future

aving lingering fond memories of happy times, once actually thought to be a psychiatric disorder, have now been confirmed as a healthy and, ultimately, positive activity. Most people experience nostalgia at least once a week and nearly half of those surveyed reported experiencing it three or four times a week, say researchers at England’s University of Southampton. When speaking wistfully of the past, individuals are usually reconstructing happy memories of family and friends, and typically become more optimistic about the future, reports lead researcher and Social Psychologist Constantine Sedikides, Ph.D., who observes, “Nostalgia makes us a bit more human.” The Southampton paper, presented to the American Psychological Association, meshes well with another study confirming that nostalgic memories inspire positive feelings of joy, high self-regard, belonging and meaningfulness in life. In two studies, social psychologists at North Dakota State University found that past fond memories help us become more self-confident and cope better in the present. “We see nostalgia as a psychological resource that people can dip into to conjure the evidence they need to assure themselves that they’re valued,” says lead researcher Clay Routledge.

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The Whole Fish is Best for Blood Pressure

ver the years, a broad range of research has confirmed that omega-3 fatty acids found in fatty fish like salmon, tuna and sardines promote heart and brain health. Now researchers at the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine have found that taking fish oil supplements isn’t as effective at keeping blood pressure under control as eating an actual fish. The animal study published in the U.S. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences shows that eating oily fish helped open ion channels, a complex series of membranes in the cells that line blood vessels, letting sodium, calcium and potassium in and out of those crucial cells and helping reduce blood pressure. Because fish oil supplements did not activate the ion channels, they didn’t reduce blood pressure in the same way.

Egg Whites Function Like Blood Pressure Meds

aintaining healthy blood pressure is vital for long-term heart health, and scientists have now discovered evidence that a component of egg whites may have beneficial cardiovascular effects. Researchers from Clemson University, in South Carolina, found that a peptide in egg white, one of the building blocks of proteins, reduces blood pressure in animals about as much as a low dose of Captopril, a prescription medication for high blood pressure. The RVPSL peptide acts as a natural ACE inhibitor, functioning similar to the entire family of prescription medications that treat hypertension.

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Natural Awakenings Celebrates 20 Years by Sharon Bruckman, CEO/Founder

heartfelt shout out goes to the 90 U.S. cities and metro areas across the country, plus Puerto Rico, where Natural Awakenings is effecting positive change in people’s lives. For 20 years, this free community magazine has been loyal readers’ go-to resource for awakening America to the benefits of naturally healthy living. We thank our 3.8 million readers that devour these pages every month, typically from cover-to-cover. We voice gratitude to the thousands of committed advertisers that report multiplied business success as a result of our partnership. We extend kudos to the hundreds of editorial contributors that have generously shared their pioneering expertise with us via cutting-edge information and practical tips. Interviews and bylines of internationally recognized healers, teachers and leaders underscore the magazine’s primacy in its field. Collectively, we comprise a great movement embodying ways of living that are healthy for people and the planet. Together, we are producing a pay-it-forward chain reaction of positive energy and conscious living that benefits everyone. Each large and small choice in favor of natural health and environmental sustainability counts toward enhancing our own standard of living and supporting a higher quality of life on Earth. It all starts with individuals waking up to conscious living and connecting

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RETHINKING HEART HEALTH Pioneering Doctors and Patients Reinvent Cardio Care by Linda Sechrist

n 1977, Dr. Dean Ornish began to think beyond an allopathic medicine paradigm that defined the reversal of cardiovascular disease, including coronary heart disease (CHD) and the hypertensive diseases such as heart failure and stroke, as physiologically implausible. Undaunted by the challenge of funding his research, he pushed forward. Results of his foundational 1986 to 1992 Lifestyle Heart Trial, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, proved that individuals with preexisting coronary atherosclerosis that make intensive, integrated lifestyle changes can begin to experience improvements in their condition after as little as one year without using lipid-lowering drugs. Based on his 30-plus years of clinical research, Ornish and his colleagues further showed that five years of following proper nutrition, fitness and stress

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management—which must include love and support—can reduce symptoms of CHD and other chronic conditions. He remarks in Love & Survival: 8 Pathways to Intimacy and Health that despite numerous studies showing a medical basis for its occurrence, the reason why CHD is reversible is still the subject of debate. Ornish’s work has paved the way for a growing corps of pioneering integrative physicians successfully collaborating with patients to reduce the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States.

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The cause of cardiovascular disease is arterial plaque, a fine layer of fatty material that forms within the arteries and blocks blood flow. It is largely the result of food and activity choices, plus the degree of inflammation in the arteries. Dr. Steven Masley’s three keys

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to improving heart health highlighted in his book, The 30-Day Heart Tune-Up, and an upcoming PBS special, concern lifestyle factors capable of shrinking plaque, improving circulation and strengthening the heartbeat. “Abnormal plaque growth is preventable 90 percent of the time,” states the president of Masley Optimal Health Center, in St. Petersburg, Florida. While conducting research on the heart health of nearly 1,000 patients over a period of 20 years, Masley suspected that the traditional assessment approach of measuring cholesterol, blood sugar and blood pressure didn’t effectively address the biochemistry within arteries. Testing intima-media thickness (IMT) using a simple 10-minute external ultrasound confirmed it. The test bounces high-frequency sound waves to measure the thickness of the carotid arteries’ innermost two layers on either side of the neck. “This valuable tool allows for an estimate of arterial age. A healthy, young cardiovascular system has less plaque and an unhealthy, old one has more,” advises Masley. IMT, a useful tool for preventing future heart attacks and strokes, differs from standard carotid Doppler ultrasound, which looks for artery obstructions suggesting surgery. A practitioner of functional medicine, Masley explains heart-related diagnoses differently than his allopathic counterparts. “Rather than diagnosing high blood pressure as hypertension, I categorize it as not enough exercise, not enough fruits and vegetables, high emotional stress and excessive body fat.” To optimize heart health, Masley employs a broad, holistic matrix of options that enhance the cardiovascular system—the interactions among diet, activity level, weight, environmental toxins, hormones, stress and biochemical factors such as blood sugar control and inflammation levels. He prescribes heart-healing foods that simultaneously help to manage the aging process, following a customized, heart-friendly supplement plan; engaging in exercise that strengthens the heart and arteries; and learning how to better manage stress. He contends that cardiovascular

Love and intimacy are at the root of what makes us sick and what makes us well, what causes sadness and what brings happiness, what makes us suffer and what leads to healing. ~ Dr. Dean Ornish, Love & Survival events remain the top cause of death because individuals are largely unaware of treatment options before they get into trouble. More, “Most people falsely assume that their condition has been fixed with a medical procedure and/or drugs, and that a lifestyle change isn’t necessary.”

Cholesterol’s Bad Rap

Dr. Stephen Sinatra, an integrative cardiologist, anti-aging specialist and bioenergetics psychotherapist in Manchester, Connecticut, has also shifted his heart health paradigm. He now prescribes a combination of conventional medicine, food, supplements, mind/body strategies and natural healing methods. His book, Heartbreak and Heart Disease: A Mind/Body Prescription for Healing the Heart, relates many inspiring case histories that address the psycho-emotional component of heart health and illustrate how to repair and reopen a broken heart by releasing long-repressed emotions. Following two years of Gestalt psychotherapy training and seven years of bioenergetics training, Sinatra likewise realized that heartbreak was one of the major causes of heart disease. An expert in the field of natural cardiology, he had once believed that cholesterol and fat were the primary causes before 40 years of treatment research taught him otherwise. “Cholesterol is not the reason for heart disease,” advises Sinatra, founder of HeartMDInstitute.com and author of The Great Cholesterol Myth. “The body produces and needs cholesterol to convert sunlight to vitamin D, to make sex hormones, vital semipermeable membranes for the body’s trillions of cells, plus bile salts for digestion. Even your brain makes and uses cholesterol to build connections between the neurons that facilitate learning and memory.”

Real Perpetrators

Sinatra names the real perpetrators of heart disease—stress, inflammation and overeating sugar and processed foods containing saturated fat. He counsels that the heart benefits less from a lowfat, high-carbohydrate diet than one low in carbohydrates and higher in healthy fats, overturning widespread medical mantras. Also, a high-fructose, high-grain carbohydrate diet raises triglycerides, increases the risk of metabolic syndrome and contributes to insulin resistance, causing the liver to produce more cholesterol, as well as more inflammatory, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL) particles, all of which increase the risk for CHD, diabetes and stroke. The American Heart Association (AHA) estimates that metabolic syndrome, which affects nearly 35 percent of American adults, may overtake smoking as the leading risk factor for CHD. The AHA currently is focused on increasing awareness that heart disease is the number one killer of women. Its Go Red for Women campaign emphasizes the vital need to take preventive basic actions, including adopting an exercise routine, healthier diet and doctor visits for appropriate non-invasive tests.

Essential Spirit

Dr. James Forleo, a chiropractor in Durango, Colorado, with 30-plus years of clinical experience, maintains that health is simple, disease is complicated (also the title of his book). He counsels patients, “If mental stress is present in your life, you owe it to your cardiovascular system to change to a healthier lifestyle. Your life may depend on it.” Forleo has recognized that an individual’s state of mind can be a big help or hindrance in maintaining a healthy heart. “The heart represents a different realm of experience entirely, one

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It is no coincidence that we address our physical and emotional heart by the same name. Our physical heart usually reflects the state of our emotional heart, and vice versa. ~ Dr. James Forleo that cannot be explained by logic and reason,” comments Forleo. He champions the link between maintaining normal spinal function and healthy heart function, along with supporting the inner presence of Spirit, which he calls the healthy heart’s ultimate elixir. “Its essence relaxes the heart, opens the mind to possibilities greater than itself and provides the perspective that the heart and the mind are complementary,” he observes. He explains that when our emotions get bottled up, something in our heart or circulation has to give. “If you or someone you know experiences heart problems, chances are that unresolved emotions lie directly below the surface,” he says. “There are exceptions, and genetic problems can explain many heart defects, but heart problems don’t usually show up unless emotions are involved.” Forleo’s concept is supported by the work of Rollin McCraty, Ph.D., executive vice president and director of research at California’s Institute

of HeartMath. His research papers include The Energetic Heart: Bioelectromagnetic Interactions Within and Between People. “Today, evidence suggests that the heart may play a particularly important role in emotional experience. Research in the relatively new discipline of neurocardiology has confirmed that the heart is a sensory organ and acts as a sophisticated information encoding and processing center that learns, remembers and makes independent functional decisions that don’t involve the cerebral cortex,” advises McCraty.

To Happy Hearts

Pioneering integrative medical doctors Masley, Sinatra, Forleo and Mona Lisa Schultz, who also holds a Ph.D. in behavioral neuroscience, agree that in matters of heart disease, emotions take center stage. Schultz, who recently co-authored All is Well: Heal Your Body with Medicine, Affirmations and Intuition, with Louise L. Hay, a leading founder of the self-help movement,

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applies her 25 years of experience as a medical intuitive with the best of Western clinical science, brain research and energy medicine. Shultz observes, “Every illness has an emotional component, which tells us intuitively that something or someone in our life or environment is out of balance and needs to be addressed. Our use of language—such as frustration makes our heart race, anger boils our blood—and our common sense are telling us what we don’t need more studies to confirm. If we can’t deal with our anger in a timely fashion, name our feelings, respond effectively and release them, we increase our chance of illness, ranging from hypertension to cardiovascular events.” According to the American Journal of Cardiology, the U.S. spends 10 percent of all healthcare dollars for cardiovascular disease prevention and medical management versus 90 percent on medical treatment procedures and hospital care. For individuals interested in taking charge of their heart health, working with a physician that embraces the emerging paradigm of integrative lifestyle changes and prevention can be a drug-free, lifesaving decision. Linda Sechrist is the senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Visit ItsAllAboutWe.com for full interviews.

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Katherine Woodward Thomas on Drawing True Love Our Way by Debra Melani

fter years of experiencing love going sour, Katherine Woodward Thomas set a goal: She would marry her soul mate within a year. Her quest inspired a surprising awakening that spurred her to look deep inside for the key that would unblock love. Thomas realized the transformation that enabled her success involved clear steps that could help anyone. Today, the licensed psychotherapist and relationship expert has guided thousands toward successful relationships via her national bestseller, Calling in “The One”: 7 Weeks to Attract the Love of Your Life, and subsequent books and seminars.

What catalyzed your Calling in “The One” professional journey? I was 41, a card-carrying member of one of America’s largest-growing groups—the never-marrieds. I had bought into the cultural belief that a woman my age had little chance of finding a great husband. I felt anxious and resigned, trying to come to terms with it, but sad inside. Fortunately, at the time, I was part of a small group supportive of each other’s intentions. So I set the outrageous intention that I would be engaged by my next birthday. I also recognized my longstanding pattern of attracting unavailable men who were engaged, married or alcoholics. A woman in the group said, “Katherine, I will hold that intention with you if you permit me to

hold you accountable to be the woman you would need to be in order to fulfill it.” Her wake-up call turned my focus from running out to find love to going within to discover the barriers I had against it. Thus I began what became the Calling in “The One” process.

How does it differ from other approaches to finding love? Many approaches focus on the external reasons love is elusive, such as all the good men are taken, men don’t like powerful women or just not having met the right person. This approach focuses more on the internal reasons—going within to discover and release one’s own conscious and unconscious barriers. For most of us, a gap exists between how much we think we want love and how much we are actually open and ready to receive it. Until we bridge that gap, we will covertly keep love at bay, and won’t even realize we are doing it.

What are the most common hidden barriers to love? One hidden barrier is resentment. We only resent people to the extent that we’ve given our power away to them. Uncover your role in what happened. Even if it was 97 percent their fault and 3 percent yours, zero in on that 3 percent, because you’ll only be able to trust yourself to love again once you’ve taken that responsibility. If you still feel resentful, you have not yet evolved beyond the person you were before.

Another centers on old agreements—the spoken and unspoken, agreements we make, usually in an emotional time—such as “I’m never going to let myself get hurt again” or “I’ll never love anyone the way I love you.” Such agreements live in our lives as intentions. They may no longer be conscious, yet still set our course. Another has to do with toxic relational dynamics. To find the best partnership, you need to be your best self. Maintaining a toxic dynamic drains personal power, making it hard to move forward in life. It’s vital to evolve out of this debilitating dynamic so you are in the center of your power everywhere in life. The fourth area, and probably the most important, revolves around the core beliefs you hold about both yourself and others. You might have a reasonably clear sense of yourself around money, career and friendship, but your core love identity might cause you to believe yourself unworthy of a quality partner. Identifying and challenging these beliefs is critical in learning how to break free from them, helping to raise your value in your own eyes and thus in others.

You believe the best way to find a needle in a haystack is to become magnetic and allow that needle to find you. How does one become magnetic to love? Being centered in the truth of your own value and the real possibilities you hold for true love is wildly attractive. Love yearns to embrace us, but can’t come to us if it can’t come through us. When we shift into this place of possibility, we can become profoundly magnetic to love. Learn more at CallingInTheOne.net, ConsciousUncoupling.com or KatherineWoodwardThomas.com. Explore the qualities possible in an enlightened mate at NaturalAwakenings Singles.com. Freelance journalist Debra Melani is from Lyons, CO. Connect at DebraMelani.com.

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Creating an inspired and healthy home environment soothes the soul and recharges our proverbial batteries. Making healthful choices in the products we use and consume helps ensure we retain a healthy body and vibrant living in an era when we are inundated with disease-producing toxins in our homes, food, air and water. Applying simple solutions to slow down helps us maintain a calm mind amidst the frenetic pace of daily life. Periodically unplugging from the instant demands of technology is a good first step. Tuning into our life purpose and sharing it with others allows us to shine. We naturally radiate our inner light in ever-expanding ways.

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A study published by the International Academy for Design and Health shows that because our home influences us on many levels, the setting is continually either supporting or depleting its occupants. Consciously creating and sustaining a nurturing environment fortifies the roots from which family members evolve and grow. Experience shows us how improving our immediate surroundings, ranging from our wardrobe to household furnishings, helps to manifest positive internal transformations. The activity likewise reflects our inner landscape, allowing us to take a step back and observe how we are changing and hope to change.

That’s why we periodically feel impelled to clear unsettling clutter from our private spaces. It’s an irritant that disrupts order and our sense of beauty; even when it’s stashed in drawers and closets, we still know it’s there. It competes for attention and distracts our focus. A recently relocated design client felt that her new house was beautiful, but didn’t feel like a home. The woman explained that when she was there, she was short-tempered with her kids, a sharp contrast to her usual demeanor. She yearned to love her home, enjoy her kids and live vibrantly. A key part of the solution was tackling the home’s mudroom entrance that was cluttered with the kids’ detritus, a condition that irritated her the minute she walked through the door. Many of the home products we buy contain disquieting, hidden elements. Understanding which ingredients are hazardous is imperative to maintaining a safe home environment. Key decisions range from the choice of carpets, couches and bedding to cleaning products, laundry solutions and air fresheners. Knowing the products we use are healthful enhances peace of mind. As one homeowner said, “I am so relieved to have a better understanding of what products I shouldn’t bring home. I was so scared before that I just ignored the idea that chemicals could be harmful.” Being informed and alert to the composition of the items we bring into our home—including food—is vital. More than 80,000 chemicals make up the ingredients in commonly available products that end up in the typical American home, and a large portion of them are toxic. Nearly 20 percent of the chemicals are not divulged, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA also reports that the average person holds more than 700 toxic chemicals in their body. We inhale myriad chemical byproducts that fill the air both indoors and out, plus ingest numerous toxins in the foods and beverages we consume. Once absorbed, they remain in the body unless flushed out, throwing it out of balance and, as widespread research shows, causing a broad range of diseases. WebMD.com reports that the psychological impacts of feeling stressed, helpless and overwhelmed by the fear of lurking poisons can directly influence our physical health. Making informed choices can alleviate such feelings. It only requires taking a series of small and manageable, progressive steps to create our own style of a healthy and harmonious home life. On a spiritual level, we can rest assured that such caring for our inner temple and larger environment supports a greater good and fosters a deeper connection to life’s Source. We feel more physically, psychologically and spiritually vibrant. Our home becomes a vital wellspring that, cleaned and furnished with holistic awareness, continually refreshes us. Christa O’Leary is founder and CEO of Home in Harmony, Inc., combining expertise in marriage and family therapy, interior design and green living. Her book, Home in Harmony Lifestyle: Designing an Inspired Life, will be released in November. Connect at ChristaOLeary.com/FreeKit.

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assage Envy Spa is a national franchise dedicated to providing busy people with convenient, affordable professional therapeutic massage and facial services. Since 2002, Massage Envy Spa has grown to approximately 1,000 locations nationwide, becoming the leading provider of therapeutic massage in the United States. Now Massage Envy Spa has two locations in Chattanooga, at Hamilton Place Mall and on Frazier Avenue. Both locations offer professional massage therapy and facial services from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday.

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ave and Brooke Goodline of Murad Skin Products,” year, owners of Massage Goodyear says. Envy Spa at Hamilton First-time visitors to MasPlace Mall, had always wanted sage Envy Spa can receive a to own a business—and when one-hour customized masthey discovered the Massage sage session for $39.99 or a Envy Spa franchise, they knew one-hour Healthy Skin Facial they’d found their niche. session for $49.99. Good “It made perfect sense for year says Massage Envy Spa us, because we know that theralso offers a unique Wellness apeutic massage is not just a Program membership, through luxury, but a need for wellness,” which customers receive Dave Goodyear says. “Brooke special member rates for suffers from fibromyalgia, and From left to right: Clinic Adminstrator Whitney Haggard , $59.99 per month. “Wellness Owner Brooke Goodyear, Assistant Administrator Brittany Silvey Program members can use for years I’d been buying massages for her at local spas for their membership at any of Massage Envy Spa has a full staff as much as $100 to $150 per the Massage Envy Spa locations nationof state-licensed massage therapists session. When we found that Massage wide,” he adds. trained in techniques to facilitate pain Envy Spa offers much lower rates with management and ease arthritis, fibromya superior, high-quality experience, we Massage Envy Spa is located in Hamilton algia and mental stress. “Our staff also saw a great business opportunity as well Place Mall at the main entrance between includes professional estheticians who as a great health opportunity.” Belk women’s store and the Piccadilly can provide high-quality facial services restaurant. To contact the Massage Envy using the world-renowned, specialized Spa at Hamilton Place, call 423-8558686. See ad, page 5.

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hristine Helms suffers from rheumatoid arthritis, and for years she was chronically tired, required prescription pain medications and walked with a limp. Then she began regular therapeutic massage sessions at the Massage Envy Spa at Turkey Creek in Knoxville. “I noticed that I would stop limping for several days after a session,” she says. “Regular sessions transformed me into an energetic person who rarely takes prescription pain medication.” They also transformed her into an entrepreneur. “After two appointments, I decided that the only thing to do was to spend my savings and buy my own Massage Envy Aesthetician Spa franchise.” Ashley Daves She settled on a spot on Frazier Avenue in North Chattanooga. “I love the diversity, culture and community activities that Chattanooga has to offer, so the location was an easy choice,” she says. Helms has made it her mission to debunk the myths about massage— “and there are several of them,” she says. “Like, massage is a luxury, and regular massage isn’t practical. Or massage is principally used for relaxation. Or it’s inconvenient to get a massage when you need one. Or you can’t get real therapeutic massage at a spa. The

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fact is, we have an answer for anyone who needs therapeutic massage therapy but has a tight schedule and budget, and we customize our massage to meet a client’s needs.” Massage Envy Spa also offers Murad facials—a favorite of Helms’ husband, Douglas. “I find great relaxation from facial treatments, and I use Murad shaving products,” he says. Massage Envy Spa Frazier-Northshore offers customized therapeutic massage for the introductory price of $39.99 and Murad Healthy Skin Facials for the introductory price of $49.99 for

a 50-minute session. Additional services include hot-stone therapy, aroma therapy, deep-muscle therapy, and a sugar foot scrub. Introductory prices continue for anyone who becomes a Wellness Program member for $59.99 a month. Massage Envy Spa Frazier-Northshore is located across from Coolidge Park between Veterans Bridge and the walking bridge, in the Terrace Building at 345 Frazier Avenue. Convenient parking is available. Contact the spa at 423-7572900. See ad, page 5.

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Qigong Reaching Your Highest Energetic Potential (Part 1 of 2)

by Jeff Primack Supreme Science Qigong Jeff Primack, founder of Supreme Science Qigong, has studied with qigong masters from all over the world and has trained 50,000 people in live qigong seminars since 2003.

Qigong is the art of harnessing qi, which directly affects the blood flow. Qigong is an exercise that makes your blood pulse. This pulsing occurs because you’re moving qi using specific breathing techniques along with postures and slow, graceful movements. Qigong also encompasses the use of healing foods, herbs, acupressure and yogic stretches, all of which energize the body, increase vitality and accelerate metabolism.

ists are strong believers in qigong, and some prescribe qigong exercises for their patients in between acupuncture treatments.

Qigong is circulation; the term “blood flow” is synonymous with “moving qi.” Many studies have confirmed that practicing qigong reduces the symptoms of drug withdrawal in heroin addicts by 50 percent. Several qigong instructors certified through Supreme Science Qigong are teaching with huge success at drug rehab clinics in Florida. Studies also reveal that qigong boosts immunity and benefits those fighting cancer.

Qigong is different from yoga primarily because it requires slower, more graceful movements to harness the electromagnetic field. Some qigong exercises build muscle or speed, but most create a pulsation of qi through the body. Qigong is the “sensation of energy” and is highly tangible. A few advanced systems of yoga share striking similarities with qigong, but qigong typically has a much greater emphasis on breathing techniques. Qigong deals with smaller movements of the abdomen to circulate qi and more precise hand movements to facilitate rooting into the earth and opening up pathways of energy. Yoga works with energy but to a lesser degree, and although I practice and love yoga, qigong does what yoga cannot. At Supreme Science Qigong, we train many thousands of yoga teachers, and they are always blown away by the tangibility of qi experienced.

Dr. Oz has said that if you want to live to be 100, do qigong. Dr. Oz has said that if you want to live to be 100, do qigong. Its techniques originated more than 3,000 years ago with mountain wanderers, people who were activated by qi. Most acupunctur-

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Within 10 minutes of qi breathing, many feel electricity in their hands. “The Buzz,” as we call it in the qigong family, is a reaction caused by increased levels of oxygen and ions, which I believe accelerates the vibration of our mitochondria. Many people describe that inner buzzing or vibration as a natural high, and it has the obvious effect of stimulating endorphins. Many people describe experiencing “perma-grin”: their gratitude is so overwhelming and their joy so potent that they can’t stop smiling. One qigong student who was taking Xanax to stay functional reported that after breath empowerment he was more relaxed than he’d ever been in his life. He later used his God-given breath and willpower to wean himself off the Xanax.

Qi Revolution will come to Crowne Plaza Resort in Asheville, North Carolina, March 22-25 and to the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta April 1215. Jeff Primack, Kai Van Bodhi and dozens of other instructors will host four days of qigong training for $149. For tickets and info, call 1-800-298-8970 or visit QiRevolution.com.

Qigong is best practiced in the morning to extend life and beauty. For days when time is short, I recommend cleansing your body with oxygen and energy first thing in the morning. My practice is to wake up, brush my teeth and hair, drink some hot tea outside, and do the 9-Breath Method five times to absorb and retain large amounts of oxygen in my bloodstream. Gentle power breathing awakens cellular vibration and stimulates metabolism. As I wake up slowly for 10 minutes each morning, my senses heighten and I watch the birds in my garden. This is a quick, powerful method that we spend hours teaching at the Qi Revolution conference. Qigong uses food, herbs and mushrooms to reverse many types of illness. A big part of what we teach is how specific foods reverse specific diseases. Many foods, like kiwi, have helped hundreds of our qigong students reverse asthma. Our food protocols laid out in the book Conquering Any Disease have been tested by tens of thousands of people from all over the country. I have seen dozens of people who had cancer and reversed it within a few months following strict dietary and qigong practice guidelines. Adding an avocado seed to a delicious fruit and vegetable smoothie or blending in the seeds and skin of an apple are great ways to maximize your phytochemical intake. Sunlight, breathing techniques and high-vibration foods are God’s natural medicine. Part 2 of this article will appear in the March issue of Natural Awakenings. See ad, page 3.

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CYCLES OF SPIN Returning to its Heart-Healthy Origins by Janet Osen

ike many newly minted sports, “Spin” has at its center a near-mythical figure: its creator, Jonathan Goldstein—better known as Johnny G—by most accounts a unique eccentric with an unheralded passion for cycling. In 1987, while training for the renowned The Race Across America bike event, a mega-marathon 3,100mile race from Los Angeles to New York, Goldstein was struck by a car and nearly killed. It produced an epiphany: Building an indoor bike simulating the outdoor experience would create a novel workout that would incorporate cardio training and emphasize a mind-

body connection. With the formation of Mad Dogg Athletics in 1994, the Spinning craze began rolling. Rolling Stone magazine named it the newest hot exercise and by 1996 there were 1,000-plus Spinning centers in 30 countries.

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Conceived as a form of cardio biofeedback, the activity keyed on training the heart muscle aerobically using a heart monitor. The original goal was to provide an “aerobic base” by working at 65 to 80 percent of one’s maximum heart rate, making the heart a more

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effective pump and increasing oxygen levels throughout the body. The Spin program follows the principle that participants will train aerobically for six to 12 weeks prior to a “Race Day”—a special ride performed at a steady anaerobic threshold generally at 85 to 95 percent of maximum heart rate. Anaerobic threshold, or AT, is the point at which the body accumulates lactic acid in the muscles faster that it can be removed. “Aerobic base building creates a strong foundation for increasing one’s lactate threshold,” explains Lorey Pro, a master Spin instructor and assistant director of fitness and wellness at Louisiana State University. “Riders can increase their tolerance for anaerobic exercise.” “The metabolism’s foundation is strengthened by aerobic base building. Without it, the body will fall apart if the athlete moves right into anaerobic threshold training,” explains Shannon Derby, a master Spin instructor and certified group fitness and personal trainer at Mountain’s Edge Fitness Center, in Boulder, Colorado. In contrast to indoor cycling, Spin requires that exertion rates be correlated to levels based on maximum heart rates, and revolutions per minute (RPMs) or pedal strokes be kept at pre-specified levels. According to Pro, Spin should combine mind and body training by using a variety of heart rate zones to improve health, fitness and performance. Instructors take participants through a series of rides known as Energy Zones, each serving a specific purpose like endurance, strength or recovery. Terri Arends, a master Spin instructor and group fitness director at the Jewish Community Center of Dallas, Texas, attests that without such rides, the aerobic foundation

crumbles. She likes to put riders through “kicking Spin rides and moments of Zen that allow riders to let go and find their inner athlete.”

Lost in Translation

In today’s typical Spin class, no one wears a heart monitor. While some gyms and boutique facilities offer endurance or strength rides, most conduct only interval rides featuring top 40 music selections and a loose interpretation of the prescribed movements, positions and cadence rates. “Interval rides tend to get picked most,” observes Derby. “There are many different kinds and they are fairly easy to teach and well liked, even though that isn’t what the official Spinning program recommends.” Del Lugo, a Spin instructor and fitness professional in Suffern, New York, who works at the nearby Torne Valley Sports Complex and Lifeplex Health Club, says he rarely sees classic Spin done anymore. In Lugo’s world, Spin should be simply a “fun, safe experience with the instructor endeavoring to instill enthusiasm and encouragement.”

Latest Spins on Original Spin Hydrorider: Lightweight aluminum, rust-proof bike affords aqua cycling in the pool. RealRyder: Bike innovation tilts and moves with participants’ body weight to more accurately simulate outdoor cycling. High Tech: Onboard computers track resistance levels, cadence and heart rates designed for precision rides. Bands Classes: Resistance bands attach to a sliding track on the ceiling to tone abs, arms and chest. Fusion: Classes combine Spin with other workouts like yoga.

Moving Forward

One key indicator of whether a fitness activity is a trend and not a fad is the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) annual Fitness Trends survey. In 2012, Spin made ACSM’s top 20 list of fitness trends, citing it as “one of the most popular group exercise programs in the commercial sector.” Yet it fell off of ACSM’s list last year. Reviving the original training program may prove helpful in preventing potential Spin burnout. Workouts were originally designed to culminate each week in a meditative, low-impact recovery ride to allow for rest and recovery, which is pivotal to any successful fitness program. The key to Spin’s continuity may be in moving cycling back to its origins—re-educating participants about how best to use Spinning to maximize desired results for body, mind and spirit. Janet Osen is a freelance writer in Rockland County, NY. She is a certified Spin instructor currently working toward her 200-hour yoga teacher certification.

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esearch tells us that 14 out of any 10 individuals like chocolate,” quips cartoonist Sandra Boynton. American chocolate lovers buy 58 million-plus pounds around Valentine’s Day, according to Nielsen Research. Ideally, the dark treat would be as healthy as a salad or an apple. Fortunately, accumulating research is on the way to giving plant-based chocolate superfood status. All chocolate starts with cacao beans, seeds from the pods of the tropical cacao tree that thrives only in hot, rainy climates in Africa, Indonesia and South America. Local soil and climate conditions determine flavor characteristics, much as with grapes. Harvested beans are fermented to create the chocolate taste and then dried. Afterwards, chocolate makers add brand-specific ingredients to the cacao solids. “The percentage number on a bar’s wrapper represents the weight that actually comes from the cacao bean content,” says Robert L. Wolke, professor emeritus of chemistry at the University of Pittsburgh and author of

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What Einstein Told His Cook: Kitchen Science Explained. “The higher the number, the lower the percentage of sugar and the less sweet, more bitter and complex the flavor.” This is significant because dark chocolate contains higher levels of antioxidants which can help reduce cell damage, according to the Integrative Medicine Department at the University of Michigan, in Ann Arbor. Alex Whitmore, founder of Taza Chocolate, in Somerville, Massachusetts, recently had one of its bars lab tested for antioxidant levels, called ORAC, or oxygen radical absorption capacity; the higher the value, the more antioxidants. Taza Chocolate’s 80% Dark Bar had a 65 percent higher ORAC than Himalayan goji berries, famed for being a superfood. “This is very high for a chocolate bar,” notes Whitmore. Cocoa also serves as a superfood for cardiovascular and metabolic health, report two recent studies from separate teams of Harvard School of Public Health researchers. A 2012 meta-analysis of clinical trials published in the American Journal of Clini-

cal Nutrition concluded that consuming dark, unsweetened cocoa powder and dark chocolate can improve blood pressure, vascular dilation and cholesterol levels, plus reduce metabolic precursors like diabetes that can lead to heart disease. In 2011, Eric Ding, Ph.D., a Harvard School of Public Health epidemiologist and nutrition scientist, reviewed short-term trials of subjects ingesting 400 to 500 mg per day of flavonoid-rich cocoa, which he equates to 33 bars of milk chocolate or eight bars of dark chocolate. While Ding feels this is an unreasonable amount to eat because of the extra calories from sugar and fat, he states, “Supplements with concentrated cocoa flavonoids may perhaps be helpful for garnering the benefits discovered. The key is getting the benefits for heart disease while avoiding the calories, and for that, chocolate bars are not likely the best solution.” Another observational study published in Nutrition shows that eating dark chocolate might help keep the pounds off for teenagers. Researchers with the Healthy Lifestyle in Europe by Nutrition in Adolescence program at the University of Zaragoza, in Spain, knew that chocolate consumption in adults already had been linked to lower body mass index. They found that chocolate consumption was also associated with lower total and midsection fat in European adolescents, reports Sayer Ji, founder of GreenMedInfo.com, a natural health research database. “The quality and cocoa content they used in their research is probably much higher than in America,” says Ji. “From my perspective, it appears that even when researchers don’t control for type, the results across the board are rather startling. Even American subjects, presumably eating common milk chocolate bars, see benefits.” So, this Valentine’s Day—and every day—we can happily relish that one-ounce piece of artisan dark chocolate melting slowly in our mouth and know we’re doing it for pleasure and for health. Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFoodAnd Lifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

Chocolate Cookery Artistry Chocolate Vegan Chocolate Pie

Serve this with fresh raspberries and enjoy a little romance. Yields 8 servings Chocolate Wafer Crust 6½ oz dairy-free chocolate wafer cookies, crushed into fine crumbs 1 Tbsp maple or date sugar 3 oz vegan buttery stick (such as Earth Balance), melted and slightly cooled Chocolate Filling 13 oz dairy-free semisweet chocolate chips (such as Ghirardelli) 1/3 cup strong brewed coffee 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 lb silken tofu, drained 1 Tbsp agave 1 (9-in) prepared chocolate wafer crust Preheat the oven to 350° F. For the crust, combine the cookie crumbs, sugar and melted vegan buttery stick. Press this mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom, up the sides and just over the lip of a 9-inch metal pie pan. Bake on the middle rack of the oven until the crust is set and appears dry, 18 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool completely, about 1 hour.

For the filling, melt the chocolate chips with the coffee and vanilla in a medium metal bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water, stirring often with a spatula. Combine the tofu, melted chocolate mixture and agave in a blender or food processor until smooth, about 1 minute. Pour the filling into the crust and refrigerate for 2 hours or until the filling becomes firm.

Vegan Hot Chocolate

A comforting way to enjoy the benefits of chocolate on a cold day. Yields 4 servings 2½ cups plain rice milk 3 Tbsp maple or date sugar 3 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder ½ tsp salt ½ tsp vanilla extract 1 pinch ground cinnamon 1 pinch cayenne pepper Bring the rice milk, sugar, cocoa powder, salt, vanilla extract, cinnamon and cayenne pepper to a simmer in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Remove from the heat and whisk until frothy. Serve immediately. Source: Recipes courtesy of Judith Fertig

Chocolate Artistry Small-batch, artisan chocolate makers strive to make delicious chocolate in the purest, most ethical and sustainable ways possible. They often travel to meet the growers to source the best cacao beans (organic preferred), use fair trade principles and take a personal interest in making fine chocolate without filler ingredients. Here is a partial list of conscientious members of Craft Chocolate Makers of America: Amano Artisan Chocolate, AmanoChocolate.com Askinosie Chocolate, Askinosie.com DeVries Chocolate, DeVriesChocolate.com Patric Chocolate, Patric-Chocolate.com Taza Chocolate, TazaChocolate.com natural awakenings

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Cardiac Care for Pets How to Keep Little Hearts Humming by Dr. Shawn Messonnier which heart disease has progressed toward impending heart failure. In general, pets with either a diseased or failing heart can benefit from supplements. Individual regimens vary, based on the nature of the patient’s case.

ymptoms that suggest a dog or cat’s heart is not pumping effectively include coughing and fatigue from light exercise. Before the signs are evident, it is far better to check for heart disease during regular twice-yearly visits to the veterinarian. Using a stethoscope, a skilled doctor can pick up telltale heart murmurs during the examination. A fairly common problem with cats, heart disease tends to occur as cardiomyopathy, an issue with the heart muscle. In most dogs, where cardiomyopathy is rare, it usually involves damaged heart valves, resulting in “leaks” that allow blood to flow in both directions. Upon an initial diagnosis of heart disease, one of two mistakes in treatment routinely occur: Either a doctor prescribes strong cardiac medications to “prevent” heart failure from happening (even though no medication has been shown to prevent heart failure), or he takes a wait-and-see approach, only intervening when the disease progresses to irreversible heart failure. The better approach is to do further testing and evaluation at the first sign of a murmur, including chest X-rays, an electrocardiogram (EKG) and a cardiac ultrasound to classify the stage of the disease and determine if conventional medications can help. Follow-up visits every six months allow the doctor to identify the point at

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Fish oil contains beneficial docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) unsaturated omega-3 fatty acids. The principle metabolites derived from the metabolism of EPA and DHA tend to be antiinflammatory. Contrariwise, omega-6 fatty acids, which are found in warm-weather vegetable oils, produce pro-inflammatory mediators. Because omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids compete with each other to be converted to active metabolites (pro-inflammatory and antiinflammatory) in the body, decreasing the intake of omega-6 fatty acids and/ or increasing dietary omega-3 fatty acid levels, available through fish oil, is generally considered beneficial. The differing numbers identifying omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids simply refer to where the carbon-carbon double bonds are positioned in the molecules. Supplementing with fish oil may also reduce the occurrence of atherosclerosis, thrombosis, coronary heart disease, arrhythmias, heart failure and sudden cardiac death by decreasing inflammation throughout the body, including in the heart.

Coenzyme Q-10

Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), also known as ubiquinol or ubiquinone, is a naturally

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occurring antioxidant synthesized in most tissues in the body. The highest concentrations are in the heart, kidneys, liver and pancreas. In the diet, CoQ10 is found in foods such as organ meats, poultry, fish, meat, nuts, soybean oil, fruits, vegetables, eggs and dairy products. The Professional’s Handbook of Complementary & Alternative Medicines explains that CoQ10 is used in electron transport in mitochondria— small organelles inside cells that convert carbohydrates and fats into energy. It reports that studies in people with hypertension showed a reduction in systolic blood pressure through CoQ10 supplementation. Benefits of such therapy studied in people with a heart that has failed in its pumping ability showed increased improved heart function and proper dilation of the blood vessels for improved circulation. It is proving to be one of the best nutrients to help an ailing heart.

Hawthorn

The herb hawthorn is highly regarded for its suitability in the treatment of heart disease due to its flavonoid and other antioxidant content. It provides several beneficial effects for the heart—helping to maintain a normal heart rhythm with decreased risk of arrhythmias; bolstering the force of heart muscle contraction; increasing coronary blood flow; and decreasing the organ’s energy demands. It acts like angiotensin-1-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors such as the medicine Enalapril, used to help regulate blood pressure and reduce the workload of a failing heart. While other therapies can be used to help pet heart patients, these three are a sound starting point. In some cases, they may be suitable instead of medications that can cause side effects to the kidney and liver, or at least allow for smaller doses. Natural remedies provide a gentler alternative. Shawn Messonnier, a doctor of veterinary medicine practicing in Plano, TX, is the award-winning author of The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats and Unexpected Miracles: Hope and Holistic Healing for Pets. For more information, visit PetCareNaturally.com.

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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5 Peace Corps Information Session – 5:30-7:30pm. For adults and teens in the auditorium of the Chattanooga Public Library, 1001 Broad St. Info: 423757-5314 or ChattLibrary.org.

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1 Nature Detectives: Owl Pellet Dissection – 1pm. Meet resident owls and learn about them by dissecting owl pellets. Program appropriate for whole family. Space limited; pre-registration required. Chattanooga Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center, 400 Garden Rd. Prices and info: 423-8211160 ext. 0 or ChattanoogaANC.org. Basic Computer Class for Adults – 2-3:30pm. Training room, second floor, Chattanooga Public Library, 1001 Broad St. Info: 423-757-5314 or ChattLibrary.org. Winter Restorative Workshop – 2-4:30pm. Join Sallie Beckes and Charlene Gill for a special winter restorative practice and emerge refreshed, renewed and inspired. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St., Chattanooga. Info: ClearSpringYoga.com or 423-266-3539. Certification course in native plants – First class of 64-hour course offered at Chattanooga Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center. Curriculum comprises four 8-hour & four 4-hour classes and 40-50 volunteer hours. Info: Dennis Bishop at 423821-1160 or ChattanoogaANC.org.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2 Free First Sunday at the Hunter – Noon-4:30pm. Bring the family for a free day of gallery exploration, art-making experiences for the kids and a celebration of Black History Month featuring the Creative Underground at 1:30pm. Hunter Museum of American Art, 10 Bluff View, Chattanooga. Info: 423-267-0968 or HunterMuseum.org. First Sunday Free Introductory Yoga Class at ClearSpring Yoga – 2:30pm. Experience the yoga community and find out what yoga can do for you. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St., Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4 Meeting of Pathways Connect Gathering Group – 10-11am. Meets first Tuesday of every month. A group for parents to discuss current topics like vaccines, breastfeeding, community building, etc., and to share support and ideas. Inspire Chiropractic, 400 E. Main St. #140B, Chattanooga. RSVP on Meetup.

Tai Chi Class – 10-10:50am. For adults and teens at the Northgate branch of the Chattanooga Public Library, 278 Northgate Mall. Info: 423-870-0635 or ChattLibrary.org. Mushroom Workshop at Crabtree Farms – 10amnoon. Learn how to grow and hunt for mushrooms. Preregistration required. Crabtree Farms, 1000 E. 30th St., Chattanooga. Info: CrabtreeFarms.org. Tai Chi Class – 11:15-12:05am. For adults and teens at the Eastgate branch of the Chattanooga Public Library, 5705 Marlin Rd. Info: 423-757-5310 or ChattLibrary.org.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12 Lunch Break at the Library – 12:10-12:50pm. Lunch Break is an adult program with readings, screenings, and other fun diversions to entertain you for 40 minutes. Chattanooga Public Library, 1001 Broad St. Info: 423-757-5314 or ChattLibrary.org.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Basic Computer Class for Adults – 2-3:30pm. Training room, second floor, Chattanooga Public Library, 1001 Broad St. Info: 423-757-5314 or ChattLibrary.org.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15 Basic Computer Class for Adults – 2-3:30pm. Training room, second floor, Chattanooga Public Library, 1001 Broad St. Info: 423-757-5314 or ChattLibrary.org. Brain Ninja Games Day – 3:30-6:30pm. Free event for kids 6-12 involves mental and physical workouts/ competitions. Hosted by LearningRx Chattanooga Brain Training Center. Held at North River YMCA, Hixson, TN. Info & registration: 423-305-1599.

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22 Community Garden Startup Workshop – Feb. 22-23, 9am-3pm. Learn to start and maintain a successful, productive and community-building garden, and network with other aspiring community gardeners. Crabtree Farms, 1000 E. 30th St., Chattanooga. Info: CrabtreeFarms.org. Tai Chi Class – 10-10:50am. For adults and teens at the Northgate branch of the Chattanooga Public Library, 278 Northgate Mall. Info: 423-870-0635 or ChattLibrary.org. Tai Chi Class – 11:15-12:05am. For adults and teens at the Eastgate branch of the Chattanooga Public Library, 5705 Marlin Rd. Info: 423-757-5310 or ChattLibrary.org. Artful Yoga: A Special Session for Families – 1:30pm. Special, playful, family-focused yoga session and gallery exploration. All levels. Bring a mat if possible. Registration not required. Hunter Museum of American Art, 10 Bluff View. Info: 423-267-0968 or HunterMuseum.org.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26 Lunch Break at the Library – 12:10-12:50pm. Lunch Break is an adult program with readings, screenings, and other fun diversions to entertain you for 40 minutes. Chattanooga Public Library, 1001 Broad St. Info: 423-757-5314 or ChattLibrary.org.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27 Basic Computer Class for Adults – 2-3:30pm. Training room, second floor, Chattanooga Public Library, 1001 Broad St. Info: 423-757-5314 or ChattLibrary.org.

save the date SATURDAY, MARCH 22 Qi Revolution workshop – March 22-25. Fourday intensive focuses on qigong breathing, moving forms, strength training, massage, reflexology, food healing. $149. Crowne Plaza Resort, Asheville, NC. Info: 800-298-8970 or QiRevolution.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 5 Qi Revolution workshop – April 5-8. Four-day intensive focuses on qigong breathing, moving forms, strength training, massage, reflexology, food healing. $149. Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta. Info: 800-298-8970 or QiRevolution.com.

“Tachyon Energy: Cutting-Edge Holistic Modality That Accelerates Healing” – 2-4pm. CHEO hosts presentation by Chitra Gunderson, certified Tachyon practitioner. Free. Yoga/Speaker Room of Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-488-5321, jeannie25203@gmail.com or 4CHEO.org.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19 “Everything You Need to Know about Heart Health” – 6pm. Free lecture by certified nutri-

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ongoingevents sunday 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, MovementArts Collective.com. Restore and Flow Yoga – 10-11:30am. All levels with Beth Daugherty. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-2663539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Unity of Chattanooga Service – 11am. Discover Unity’s message of positive, practical Christianity, and experience the warmth of God’s unconditional love. 604 Black St., Chattanooga. Info: 423-7557990 or UnityOfChattanooga.org. $7 Community Yoga Hour – 2:30 pm with Robin Elder and 6:30pm with Maggie White. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. First Sunday FREE Intro Yoga Classes – 2:303:30 pm. Teachers rotate. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

monday Yoga Fundamentals – 10-11:15am. With Cecilia Keefer. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or Clear SpringYoga.com. Flow Yoga – 11:30am-12:30pm. All levels with Howard Brown. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Dojo Chattanooga – Adult Kenpo 1-2pm; Youth Kenpo 4:30-5:30pm; Fitness Kickboxing 5:306pm; Warrior Fit 6-6:30pm; Adult Kenpo 6:307:30pm; Wing Chun 7:30-8:30pm. Beginners welcome. 323 Cherokee Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-267-0855. Walk-In Acupuncture Sessions – 1-6pm. Distal points used; patients remain fully clothed in a comfortable recliner in a large room with other clients. $15-40, depending on family income (no verification needed); $10 extra first visit. Cash and checks only. Margie J. Wesley, LAc, Nutrition World Wellness Center, 6245 Vance Rd. Ste. 4, Chattanooga. Info: 423-596-9024 or FourSeasons Acupuncture.com. All Levels Yoga – 5:30-6:45 pm. With Jessica Kitchens. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com Yoga for Ease of Movement – 5:30-6:45 pm. With Sallie Beckes. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

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Yoga for Round Bodies – 7-8:15pm. With Amy Bockmon. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Learn to be a Massage Therapist – 28-week class at East Tennessee’s oldest massage school. Massage Institute of Cleveland, 2321 N. Ocoee St., Cleveland. Info: 423-559-0380.

tuesday 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. Flow Yoga – 8:30-9:30am. All levels. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Yoga for Flex-Ability – 10:15-11:30am. With Sallie Beckes. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.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. 50+ Yoga with Sue Reynolds – 2-3:15pm. User-friendly 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: 423-316-9642 or shreynolds@aol.com. Zumba Fitness classes with Ana Oritz – 4:305:30pm. Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, highenergy dance burns calories for losing weight and getting fit. Nutrition World Wellness Center, behind Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-326-4331 or alexana_23@ yahoo.com. Flow Yoga – 5:30-6:45pm. All levels with Jenny Mac Merrill. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Yin Yoga – 5:30-6:45pm. With Elizabeth Townsend. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107 , Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Power Yoga – 5:30-6:45pm. Energetic range of flowing movement; appropriate for everyone. Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-892-4085 or NutritionW.com. Flow/Restorative Yoga with Mina Chong – 6:15-7:30pm. $10 per class or 11 classes for $100.

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Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-503-9351. Managing Reactions to Traumatic Stress – 6:30pm. Educate self and significant others on the effects of PTSD. Clinic, support group follow workshop. Free. Dr. Savannah JG or Margie Wesley, 6074 E. Brainerd Rd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-883-5463. $7 Community Yoga Hour – 7-8pm. With Maggie White. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

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. Kripalu Gentle Yoga – 9:30-10:45am. With Sallie Beckes. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Sitting Silent – 11:15-11:45am. With Janka Livoncova. No charge. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-2663539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Intermediate Yoga – 11:45am-1pm. With Janka Livoncova. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Yoga in Japanese with Mina Chong – Noon1pm. $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 5:306pm; Warrior Fit 6-6:30pm; Adult Kenpo 6:307:30pm; 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. Yoga Fundamentals – 5:30-6:45pm. With Christine Mashburn. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Flow Yoga – 5:30-6:45pm. With Amy Bockmon. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpring Yoga.com. Prenatal Yoga – 5:45-7pm. With Beth Daugherty. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpring Yoga.com. 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, MovementArts Collective.com.

Body Massage – One full-hour body massage for $25. The Massage Institute of Cleveland, 2321 N. Ocoee St., Cleveland. Info: 423-559-0380.

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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. Yoga for Well-Being – 10-11am. With Sallie Beckes. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.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: 423267-0855. 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. User-friendly 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. Zumba Fitness classes with Ana Oritz – 4:305:30pm. Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, highenergy dance burns calories for losing weight and getting fit. Nutrition World Wellness Center, behind Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-326-4331 or alexana_23@yahoo.com. Yin Yoga – 5:30-7pm. With Tammy Burns. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpring Yoga.com. New to the Mat – 5:30-6:30pm. Beginners with Anthony Crutcher. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Flow/Restorative Yoga with Mina Chong – 6:15-7:30pm. $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, MovementArts Collective.com.

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Morning Flow Yoga – 6:30-7:30am. All levels with Howard Brown. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-2663539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

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Yoga Fundamentals – 10-11:15am. With Cecilia Keefer. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. Slow Flow – 11:30am-12:45pm. With April Turk. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. $7 Community Yoga Hour – 4-5pm. With Lauryn Higgins. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, 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: 423267-0855.

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.

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All Levels Yoga – 9-10:15am. With Anthony Crutcher. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com. 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. Zumba Fitness classes with Ana Oritz – 1011am. 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: 423-326-4331 or alexana_23@yahoo.com. Yoga Fundamentals – 10:30-11:45 am. With Amy Bockmon. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Ste. 107, Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-3539 or ClearSpringYoga.com.

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Dedicated to improving health through 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 7.

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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.

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For 30+ years, TRGT has worked to protect the ecological diversity, beauty and history of the Tennessee River Gorge through protection, education and the promotion of good land stewardship. See ad, page 13.

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Health Foods and Nutrition NUTRITION WORLD

Ed Jones 6201 Lee Hwy. Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-892-4085 NutritionW.com Located at Lee Highway and Vance Road, Nutrition World offers Chattanooga’s most complete selection of vitamins, herbs, proteins, weight-loss and joint-support products, athletic supplements, alkaline products and other natural health products. See ad, pages 2 & 40.

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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 9.

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Integrative Medicine EAST BRAINERD INTERNAL MEDICINE Terry W. Smith, MD 1720 Gunbarrel Rd. Ste. 110 Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-899-5241

In family practice for 23 years in Chattanooga. Recognizing the genetic and biochemical individuality of each patient, Dr. Smith uses traditional medicine and nutritional therapies to try to determine the best outcome for each patient.

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