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Change today for a healthier future diabetes Prevention Program yMCa of MetroPolitan Chattanooga you can reduce your risk for type 2 diabetes and gain tools for healthy living. did you know? • About 86 million American adults have prediabetes. • People with prediabetes are likely to develop type 2 diabetes within 10 years, unless they take action to prevent or delay the disease. • The average cost of to a company for an employee diagnosed with diabetes is $13,000 per year. • Diabetes is a leading cause of heart disease, stroke, blindness, kidney disease and nerve disease.

the good news . . . Lifestyle changes such as eating healthier, increasing physical activity and losing a modest amount of weight can prevent or delay development of type 2 diabetes in those at high risk for the disease. With the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program, you can work with others in a small group setting to learn how to adopt habits that will improve your overall health and well-being and reduce your risk. The program, which is led by a trained Lifestyle Coach in a classroom setting, is delivered over a 12-month period, beginning with 16 weekly sessions followed by monthly maintenance.

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emember when Eddie George, the star running back for the Tennessee Titans, made headlines in the sports world because it was revealed that he practiced yoga? Sure, people thought it was cool, because hey—it was Eddie George! But they also thought it was kind of weird (hence the headlines). Well, in the decade or so since then, we’ve noticed an encouraging trend: the democratization of yoga. Yoga is no longer considered the jurisdiction of lithe young women (although it explains the “lithe” part). Men—as teachers and students—are now fixtures in the yoga scene. Yoga classes are regularly offered in schools and senior centers. New yoga studios are opening all the time in Chattanooga. And the variety of class offerings truly fits the phrase “something for everyone.” There are yoga classes tailored for people with physical limitations, chronic pain, injuries or weight issues. There are yoga styles that focus primarily on breathing and meditation, flexibility, strength or endurance (although most styles incorporate and enhance all of the above to some degree). The point is, ordinary people are finally figuring out that yoga can greatly improve their quality of life. It is good spiritual and psychological medicine in what can be a very stressful world. And certainly it can work wonders for the body. Just ask Eddie George, whose day job for nine years involved regularly getting squashed by 300-pound men. In an interview on BET.com, George admits that when he first started yoga, he thought of it as “a girl thing.” But he found that the practice increased his strength and flexibility, helping protect him from injury, and it also made him more slippery on the field. “If you’re comfortable with yourself, it shouldn’t matter if a class is all guys or if you’re the only guy,” he concluded. “Yoga’s just good for you.” September is National Yoga Month, and at Natural Awakenings, we’re celebrating by giving our readers fresh motivation to start or continue their own practice. “Say Yes to Yoga,” page 18, lists the many benefits of yoga, which go way beyond the physical. On page 30, our friend Anthony Crutcher, co-owner of ClearSpring Yoga in North Chattanooga, adds to that list and also dispels some common myths about the ancient practice. We’re also pleased to offer two excellent articles on mindfulness—an excellent complement to yoga and a highly therapeutic practice in its own right—including our profile of Chattanooga’s Center for Mindful Living (page 16).

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newsbriefs Renowned Pediatrician, Autism Specialist at Nutrition World

erry Kartzinel, MD, Board-Certified Pediatrician and co-author of the New York Times best seller Healting and Preventing Autism, will be at Nutrition World October 11 to discuss his groundbreaking clinical approach to treating autism and other neurodevelopmental problems, chronic neuro-inflammatory diseases and hormonal dysfunctions in children. The lecture is free, but advance reservations are required. Jerry Kartzinel A fellow in the American Academy of Pediatrics, Kartzinel practiced general pediatrics in private practice for 10 years until his fourth boy was diagnosed with autism. He has since developed medical interventions that work to improve the lives of children suffering from many types of medical conditions, including autism, allergies, inflammatory bowel disease, chronic constipation or diarrhea, sleep cycle disruptions and hormonal imbalances. He is a nationally recognized speaker and regularly teaches continuing medical educations courses on children’s health issues to physicians and other health professionals. His individualized clinical approach begins with a thorough patient history and detailed laboratory evaluations and integrates the very latest medical interventions, including both traditional and complementary medicine. “Dr. Jerry has helped thousands of families who have children with autism,” T.197 says Lisa Ackerman, director of Talk About Curing 9 ES Autism. “His dedication and contribution to TACA and other autism organizations is tremendous.” W o r l d

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ur furry, four-legged friends can benefit from the use of essential oils just like we can, says Melinda Varboncoeur, who will be teaching a class about using essential oils on pets September 29 at 7 p.m. at Chattanooga Holistic Animal Institute (CHAI). “I’ve found that the essential oil lavender works like a charm for calming a pet that is afraid of thunderstorms and loud noises,” she says. “It also relieves itching due to seasonal allergies. Wild orange, rosemary and DoTerra Purify are great for getting rid of fleas. And frankincense is an ancient secret for reducing tumors, malignant and benign.” Many pets enjoy the application of essential oils, Varboncoeur says. “Some are even drawn to them,” she says. “Using essential oils can be a pleasant bonding experience with your pet. Many rescue groups, kennels and shelters are using essential oils, especially diffused, to combat airborne pathogens as kennel Essential such Oils For Pets Monday September 29th, 7 pm cough and are finding great results while using them. They are also help Chattanooga Holisticable Animal to Institute 918 East Main St calm animals with anxieties.” Many natural therapies, including essential oils, This very informative FREE workshop will teach you how to safely use Essential Oils everyday your pets can be used in place of toxic chemicals traditionally used on pets, shewith says, but it is important to use an organic or Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade oil. “Many of the oils on the market contain synthetics and fillers,” she says. (CPTG) Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade® Essential Oils CHAI is located at 918 E. Main St., Chattanooga. For more information, callInstitute 423-(CHAI) Hosted By Chattanooga Holistic Animal and Melinda and Bob Varboncoeur 667-3393. See ad, page 5. For More Information

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ndigenous chiefs and wisdom keepers will gather September 18-20 for the Star Knowledge Nashville Conference at Montgomery Bell State Park Conference Center in Burns, Tennessee, about 30 miles west of Nashville. “The purpose of the event is to share ancient spiritual teachings, heal humanity and the earth, and celebrate the great thanksgiving,” says event coordinator Janice Mickle. “It is a powerful time of giving thanks for the manifestations of our hearts’ desires.” The conference will feature more than 30 speakers, Mickle says, including Chief Golden Light Eagle, Grandmother SilverStar and Jerry Wills, plus more than 20 workshops led by psychics, healers, educators, life coaches and energy workers. Vendors at the conference will offer pottery, paintings, organic farm information, Native American music and clothing, crystals, drums, sacred paintings and more. Each evening of the event there will be live Native American music. Terri Rivera (Sings with Ravens) and Yolanda Martinez will be among the many featured performers. All attendees are invited to the Fall Equinox Sunrise Ceremony on September 21 at Nashville’s sacred site, Mound Bottom, located a few miles from the conference center. The cost of the conference is $222 for all three days or $88 for a single day (please specify day at registration). Register by phone or fax at 800-221-6801, or online at StarKnowledgeNashville. com. For more information, contact Janice Mickle at 615-830-1512.

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Enhancing Fertility with Maya Abdominal Massage

YMCA Program Helps Those with Prediabetes

MCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga has launched an innovative program proven to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes in those at high risk of developing the disease. The Diabetes Prevention Program provides a supportive environment where participants work together in a small group to learn about healthier eating and increasing their physical activity in order to decrease Megan Vermeer their risk for developing diabetes. The overall goal is to reduce the burden of diabetes in the Chattanooga area, says program coordinator Megan Vermeer. The 12-month program comprises 16 weekly sessions followed by monthly maintenance. “The goals of the program are to reduce and maintain individual weight loss by at least 7 percent and to increase physical activity to 150 minutes per week,” Vermeer says. “It is classroom-based and can be offered in any community setting.” Based on the national Diabetes Prevention Program study led by the National Institutes of Health and supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the program has been shown to reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 58 percent, she says. The launch is made possible by a grant from the Sam’s Club Giving Program in conjunction with the YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga. “Providing support and opportunities that empower people to be healthy and live well is part of the Y’s mission,” Vermeer says. The program is currently available to those in the Chattanooga community with a BMI of 25 or greater, a risk-assessment score of 9 or greater, and/or blood values that indicate high risk of developing type 2 diabetes. For more information, contact Megan Vermeer at 423-877-3517. See ad, page 2.

ouples facing infertility challenges are usually given standard recommendations like improving their nutrition, getting healthier and reducing stress. “While these measures are important, some couples are left with few options aside from fertility treatments that include medications or more invasive and costly interventions,” says Tracy Hilliard of Four Bridges Massage Tracy Hilliard Therapy and Bodywork. “But the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy can offer noninvasive solutions to women and men to enhance fertility.” Hilliard, a licensed massage therapist and registered nurse, says Maya Abdominal Massage is designed to address a common problem that is often overlooked: uterine position. “If the uterus is displaced, several key systems will be disrupted, including nourishing blood flow, hormone communication and optimal nerve conduction,” she says. A tilted uterus is a fairly common result of high-impact activities, multiple pregnancies or abdominal surgeries, she says. As the support structures, ligaments and musculature become slack, displacement can occur and cause many common reproductive health concerns, including infertility. “The body is capable of such healing once balance is reestablished,” she says. “The simple techniques of Maya Abdominal Massage gently encourage the uterus back into its appropriate position. Then the upper abdomen and pelvis can be rejuvenated with the proper nutrients and hormones needed for optimal fertilization.” Hilliard says she teaches all her clients how to perform the techniques at home. “I find that women are encouraged to take part in their own health when they have tools to take home with them,” she says. For more information, visit FourBridges.MassageTherapy.com or call 423-322-6974. See ad, page 15

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abbi Rami Shapiro, a world-renowned lecturer and author who has been bringing the wisdom of the world’s religions to spiritual seekers of every faith for more than 40 years, will present “The Sacred Art of Loving Kindness,” a lecture and workshop, at the Center for Mindful Living on September 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. “Loving kindness is about getting Rabi Rami Shapiro beyond ourselves,” Shapiro says. “We have two inclinations: one that leads us toward selfishness and one that leads us toward selflessness. Loving kindness is when you have a balance between the two and realize that we are a part of a greater reality.” The workshop will draw on teachings and practices from many of the world’s religions. Shapiro will lead participants through an exploration of the attributes of godliness: creativity, compassion, grace, patience and forgiveness. He will also guide them in a handson exploration of the “Thirteen Attributes of Loving Kindness” that are at the heart of godliness. “Mindfulness meditation is the foundation practice for being present in life, and the ‘Loving Kindness Meditation’ is a companion practice that helps cultivate acceptance, peace and happiness,” says Chitra Gunderson of the Center for Mindful Living. No prior experience with biblical wisdom, Kabbalah, or contemplative practice is necessary to attend, she says.

The cost is $85 for Center members and $95 for nonmembers (price includes lunch). The workshop is limited to 45 attendees, so register early at CenterMindfulLiving.org. The Center for Mindful Living is located at 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. For more information, call 423-486-1279. See ad, page 27.

The cost for the weekend is $80, and space is limited to eight women. A $30 deposit is due upon registration, with the balance due at check-in. To reserve a spot or for more information, contact Carol Bieter at cbieter@comcast.net or 423-6054855. See ad, page 24.

he weekend of September 19-21, Carol Bieter will host a Women’s Camping Retreat designed for participants to enjoy a time of quiet rest in nature, learn more about nature Italian Sauasage Soup and its gifts, learn or improve on camping/outdoor skills, and spend time in fellowship with other women. Both experienced and inexperienced campers are encouraged to attend. “We will learn a bit about edible and medicinal plants, go on a short hike where we will do some wild plant identification, make tasty ‘herb balls’ and learn a few wilderness survival tips,” Bieter says. (Handouts will be provided.) There will also be plenty of down time to read, play games or just relax in nature, as well as evenings by the fire, she says. “We will camp at Harrison Bay State Park, where deer abound,” Bieter says. “The cost includes all meals—and we will eat well.” (Bacon and eggs, pancakes and Italian sausage stew are just a few items on the menu.) Tents, cookware, dishes and eating utensils (no paper plates or plastic-ware) are provided. Participants should bring their own sleeping bag, sleeping pad and chair. Some sleeping bags and pads are available to rent for Deer at Harrison Bay $5 each.

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n September 17, Massage Envy Spa and the Arthritis Foundation will host the fourth annual Healing Hands for Arthritis to build awareness and raise funds to fight the crippling disease. Massage Envy Chattanooga will donate to the Arthritis Foundation $10 from every one-hour massage or facial given that day. Since 2011, this one-day nationwide event has raised more than $2 million for the nonprofit organization. “There’s no better way to give back than to treat yourself, a friend or family member to a relaxing and rejuvenating massage or facial,” says Christine Helms, who owns Massage Envy Spa Frazier along with her husband, Douglas. Arthritis affects 50 million Americans and is America’s leading cause of disability, she says. “Christine and I are passionate about treating arthritis and managing pain,” says Douglas Helms. “I have watched Christine suffer for decades and fight through the pain of rheumatoid arthritis. Massage provides her with pain relief and improved range of movement. Her outlook on life is so much better.” All proceeds donated during Healing Hands for Arthritis will support the Arthritis Foundation’s nationwide efforts to prevent, control and cure arthritis. “We are excited to partner with Massage Envy Spa to bring attention to arthritis,” says Meagan Fulmer, chief development officer for the Arthritis Foundation. “Healing Hands for Arthritis will provide support for arthritis education, research, advocacy and other vital programs and services.” Christine Helms says Massage Envy Spa and the Arthritis Foundation share a common understanding about the devastating effects of arthritis on the body and the potential for massage therapy to relieve and control certain symptoms. “Massage therapy can play an important role in alleviating the pain and swelling caused by arthritis, improving flexibility and circulation and reducing stress and anxiety,” she says. Also during the event, Murad skin care, Wyndmere aromatherapy and BioFreeze topical analgesics will donate 10 percent of all product sales at Massage Envy Spa locations to the Arthritis Foundation. To make an appointment for the Healing Hands for Arthritis event, contact one of the Chattanooga Massage Envy Spa locations: Frazier at 423-757-2900 or Hamilton Place at 423-855-8686. Reservations are now being accepted on a first‐come, first‐serve basis. See ad, page 21.

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orman Vincent Peale once said, “Change your thoughts and you W o r l d change the world.” That’s the quote Jim Kresse draws on when he describes the mission of Nutrition World. Kresse is manager of the store, which began in 1979 selling nutritional supplements and has grown into a healthy lifestyle center offering classes and therapies, health testing and educational programs for mind-body wellness. “From the largest organ in your body—your skin—to the mitochondria of your cells, you are in control of what happens in your life and body. It’s up to you to make conscious choices about which path you choose to follow in life,” Kresse says. Many of the classes and services offered at Nutrition World are designed to help people reach wellness by “changing their thoughts” and making conscious choices, he says. Yoga, meditation, tai chi, Qigong, Pilates and massage are a few of the many classes and therapies Nutrition World offers, along with pulsed electromagnetic field therapy, body composition analysis, chiropractic treatment and personal training. “Many of these tools can be used to help you get in touch with your body and achieve optimum levels of health every day,” Kresse says. “Remember, your body is the seat of your soul. You are the product of your thoughts, words and actions. Everything you think, say and do is in your subconscious mind and becomes visible in your conscious world.”

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ric Wright, DC, of Peak Family Health will present “The Five Essentials That Will Transform Health” at the next monthly educational meeting of CHEO, set for September 21 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Nutrition World in Chattanooga. “Dr. Wright’s presentation will include the laws and philosophies of health and healing and how to apply those to your life,” says CHEO’s Merry Johnson, RN. “You will learn cutting-edge information about nutrition, exercise, mind control, toxicity and spinal hygiene, some of it developed and utilized by top athletic teams around the world.” Like all CHEO’s monthly programs, this one is free and open to the public. CHEO—the Complementary Health Education Organization—is a Chattanooga-based nonprofit whose mission is to support complementary and natural health-care practices for the betterment of the community.

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Radioactive Sea Japan’s Nuclear Meltdown is Poisoning California Kelp

Scientists analyzing kelp off the coast of San Diego have linked the presence of the radioactive isotope cesium to the Fukushima Daiichi power plant, in Japan, which melted down in 2011. As part of the ongoing Kelp Watch 2014 project, government and academic institutions have begun receiving results from samples of bull kelp and giant kelp collected along the California coast. “We’re trying to figure out how much is there and how much is getting into the ecosystem,” says Matthew Edwards, Ph.D., of San Diego State University. “Things are linked a little more closely than sometimes we’d like to think. Just because it’s on the other side of the world doesn’t mean that it doesn’t affect us.” With experts predicting a 40-year-plus cleanup at Fukushima, the likelihood of increased cesium in the Pacific Ocean seems inevitable.

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This year, the Center for Environmental Health (CEH) reached legal agreements with 26 major companies to discontinue using a cancer-causing chemical in shampoo and personal care products, and potential agreements with more than 100 additional companies are still pending. Cocamide diethanolamine (DEA), a synthetic chemical created from a chemical reaction between coconut oils and diethanolamine, has been used for decades in shampoos and other products as a foaming agent. In 2012, California listed the chemical as a known carcinogen, based on assessment by the World Health Organization’s International Agency for Research on Cancer, which evaluated skin exposure tests on animals. In 2013, the CEH brought lawsuits against companies selling products in California containing the substance without a health warning, as required under Prop 65, the state’s consumer protection law for toxic chemicals. Note: A Think Dirty app offers information about the potentially toxic ingredients in cosmetics and personal care products and what not to buy.

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Licorice Root Reduces Dangerous Fat

new study published in the journal Nutrafoods has confirmed that licorice extract helps reduce visceral fat in obese adults. The study tested 60 men and 60 women that were clinically obese with body mass index (BMI) scores of over 30. For three months, they were given either a placebo pill or 300 milligrams per day of licorice root extract. Then they were tested for visceral fat using CT scans and measured for waist circumference, waist-to-hip measurements and BMI scores. The licorice extract group had significantly fewer visceral fat cells, lower BMI scores and reduced waist circumference compared with the placebo group. Previous research with the extract also showed similar weight-loss effects among human subjects.

Tongue Diagnosis Reveals Sleep Disorders

raditional medicines have long utilized tongue analysis to diagnose various disorders. Now, a recent study from the Republic of Korea’s Institute of Oriental Medicine supports the accuracy of this ancient health practice in the area of sleep dysfunction. The researchers studied two separate groups of 153 people and 454 elderly people; in both, the color of their tongues was analyzed and compared with cases of sleep disorders within each group. Those experiencing sleep dysfunctions had a paler tongue color compared with those in the healthy group; they also had more thickly coated tongues.

Mindfulness Meditation Can Hinder Onset of Alzheimer’s A

pilot study from the Harvard Medical School indicates yet another benefit of meditation. The researchers tested 14 people with mild cognitive impairment, which often leads to Alzheimer’s disease, and provided them with either Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction training or standard care. Brain imaging tests indicated that those engaged in meditative training had increased activity and connections among three areas of the brain—the posterior cingulate cortex, medial prefrontal cortex and left hippocampus. Although larger studies are needed, study authors remark, “These preliminary results indicate that in adults with mild cognitive impairment, MindfulnessBased Stress Reduction therapy may have a positive impact on the regions of the brain most related to mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease.”

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esearchers from the University of Kentucky have determined that snacking on raisins can decrease high blood pressure and reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes. For 12 weeks, 46 men and women snacked on either processed snack foods or raisins. At the beginning and end of each month, the researchers tested for blood glucose, diabetic risk markers and blood pressure. Raisin snacking was found to reduce blood pressure while improving blood glucose and diabetic risk factors. The researchers concluded, “Regular consumption of raisins may reduce glycemia and cardiovascular risk factors, including blood pressure.”

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n addition to an increased likelihood of achieving academic success, children that participate in game-based educational training also have a significantly lower risk of developing future cardiovascular disease, according to University of North Carolina researchers in a paper published this year in Science magazine. Launched in the 1970s, the Carolina Abecedarian Project studied more than 100 children beginning when they were just over 4 years old. Fifty-seven focused on language skills while also receiving nutritional and health services. A control group received the same nutritional and health services, but not the early language education. Early education turned out to be an indicator for significantly healthier individuals when they had reached the age of 30, with a lower average systolic blood pressure than those in the control group and no symptoms of metabolic syndrome—a condition related to diabetes, heart disease and obesity. Twenty-five percent of the control group had metabolic syndrome symptoms at age 30.

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Mindfulness Finds a Space in Chattanooga

hile mindfulness was original- mindful, you observe your thoughts and ly a Buddhist practice, today it feelings from a distance, without judging is also an increasingly popular them as “good” or “bad.” secular practice that promotes living in “Mindfulness teaches you to live the moment for a greater sense of peace in the moment and awaken to present and joy. experiences instead of letting your life In Chattanooga, mindfulness has pass you by,” Henry says. found a space at the Center for Mind Jon Kabat-Zinn, PhD, considered ful Living, where people meet daily for the modern pioneer of mindfulness in variety of classes, workshops and groups mainstream medicine, explains that to deepen their learning to live “Mindfulness helps understanding and in the moment is application of the a path to joy and people respond to the fulfillment. practice in daily life. A secular, locally attenflow of life in a resilient tion in“Paying based nonprofit a particular organization, the and peaceful manner.” way—on purpose, Center is devoted to in the present mothe education, cultivation and practice ment and nonjudgmentally—is the kind of mindfulness meditation and activities of attention that nurtures greater awareto promote a greater presence in life and ness, clarity and acceptance of presentpeace within the world. moment reality,” he says. “It wakes us “The Center’s mission is to teach up to the fact that our lives unfold in and support practices that help us be moments. If we are not fully present for with ourselves and with others in the many of those moments, we may not present moment, without judgment,” only miss what is most valuable in our says manager Patricia Henry. “We are lives, but [we may] also fail to realize open to all who wish to deepen their ex- the richness and the depth of our posperience of living a peaceful, intentional sibilities for growth and transformation.” life.”

What Is Mindfulness?

The goal of mindfulness is to develop a greater understanding of and connection to your inner wisdom, Henry says. Once that connection is established, you become more easily attuned to living in the present moment with full attention. Psychology Today describes mindfulness as a “state of active open attention on the present.” In other words, when you’re

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There are both physiological and psychological benefits to practicing mindfulness, Henry says. “A daily meditation practice can help reduce a number of health issues like stress, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, PTSD, high blood pressure and emotional imbalance,” she says. Rachel Kaufman, an instructor at the Center for Mindful Living, can vouch for that.

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“I am thankful every day for my meditation and mindfulness practice—it is the single most useful tool I have ever found to help with chronic anxiety and depression,” she says. “When I began meditating, my panic attacks immediately abated, and in the two years since, I have dramatically lowered my level of anxiety, lowered my medications and relieved much of my chronic pain, and I continue to become more at ease in my body and in the world.” Mindfulness also has broader social benefits, Henry says. “Part of mindfulness is acknowledging that there is innate wisdom and health in every human being,” she says, “so mindfulness helps people respond to the flow of life in a resilient and peaceful manner. This leads to a more joyful, compassionate, healthy and meaningful life for all. Essentially, those who practice mindfulness become positive agents for change in their communities.”

Mindfulness Blooms in Chattanooga

The Center for Mindful Living began nearly three years ago as a grassroots idea, hatched by a diverse group of Chattanoogans who were interested in creating a center that would provide space for meditation, contemplation and the healing arts. Now, nearly a year after it first opened its doors, the Center for Mindful Living is thriving, with a full schedule of daily programs including meditation, yoga, tai ji, Qigong and art, as well as special workshops and classes that teach techniques for stress reduction, mental focus and self-awareness. The Center has also expanded its reach into the Chattanooga community, with programs for schools, businesses and community groups. The organization’s vision is “to see a world generous with compassion and acceptance,” Henry says. “The Center is open to people from all faiths and all walks of life.” Volunteers are always welcome, she adds. The Center for Mindful Living is located at 1212 McCallie Ave. For more information, call 423-486-1279, or for programs and hours, visit CenterMindfulLiving.org. See ad, page 27.

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ois Parker Carmona first stepped into a yoga studio looking for better physical health. “I was doing hot vinyasa because I wanted to sweat. I wanted to feel better,” she recalls. Many people on a similar quest try yoga for the first time during September’s National Yoga Month (YogaHealth Foundation.org/yoga_month), founded by Johannes Fisslinger. “This year,

more than 2,200 yoga studios will offer informative public events or a free week of classes to new students to educate everyone about the health benefits of yoga and inspire a healthy lifestyle,” says Fisslinger. “Yoga and mindfulness are an essential part of America’s newly emerging health paradigm.” Like many others, as Carmona deepened her practice, she discovered

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that yoga’s benefits transcend the physical. Then she went further, becoming a certified Baptiste yoga instructor and co-owner of Melrose Yoga, in Melrose, Massachusetts. “Many of us are so busy and consumed with the constant motion of day-to-day activities that we lose complete track of who we are, along with the state of our bodies,” she says. “Yoga reconnects me with myself.”

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One reason that people try yoga is to improve their flexibility. A recent report from Yoga Alliance, a nonprofit association based in Arlington, Virginia, states that it can improve flexibility and mobility and increase range of motion over time as ligaments, tendons and muscles lengthen and become more elastic. It also helps relieve muscular tension throughout the body. The Alliance’s Danica Amore notes that flexibility means different things to different people. “A senior might define flexibility as being able to pick up the grandkids, while young people might consider it essential to their athletic abilities.” Flexibility can also mean being able to turn around easily while backing out of the driveway or running with fewer injuries, adds Carmona. Improvements in flexibility generally depend on an individual’s age, health and commitment to practicing yoga, as well as the style chosen. “There are so many different lineages of yoga, and each teacher has his or her own style. Plus, each individual progresses at their own pace,” Amore explains. “It’s really a question of where you want this personal practice to take you and how you embrace it in your private life.” The bottom line is that everyone’s journey is different.

Mental Health

Many experts concur that yoga can be effective in reducing stress. As students continue their practice, they feel less stress and an increased sense of peace and relaxation, along with other mental health benefits. “Yoga gives you what is often called a ‘witness consciousness’,” says John Kepner, executive director of the International Association of Yoga Therapists, in Little Rock, Arkansas. “Being able to observe the external events around you, but not being caught up in the drama. In modern terms, it’s an increased ability to stay cool, calm and collected. After a good yoga class, your troubles can appear further away.”

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When stress is reduced, an increased sense of calm tends to permeate all areas of one’s life, observes Kepner. “Based on my experience, yoga also helps improve relationships.” He has taught the same group of students for 10 years and notes their special relationship: “If one goes to the same yoga class regularly, a friendship tends to develop with others in the class, called Songhai. After a while, practicing together becomes one of the most valuable parts of the practice,” he says. This beneficial, deeper sense of community—a major allure of a longterm yoga practice—develops mainly from the intangible sense of working together in terms of physical, mental and spiritual support.

Spirituality and Connectedness

“Even beginning students quickly realize how connecting with their bodies and their breath helps them in their everyday lives,” says Carmona. “It adds a transcendent dimension to everything you do in life.” In addition to its more immediate tangible benefits, other long-term benefits experienced by students may be harder to define or quantify. Carmona observes, “People generally say that yoga has changed their life, physically, mentally and spiritually.” Lynda Bassett is a freelance writer outside Boston, MA. Connect at LyndaBassett@gmail.com. natural awakenings

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“Looking at art and making observations gives people living with dementia a chance to exercise their imagination and creativity,” says Susan Shifrin, Ph.D., director of ARTZ Philadelphia, part of the Artists for Alzheimer’s program founded by John Zeisel, Ph.D., and Sean Caulfield. “There are no right or wrong answers. People are enlivened, realizing they still have ideas to contribute.” Prior to a museum visit, an ARTZ facilitator brings photos of familiar works of art that evoke memories, emotions and conversation to a care facility. The facilitator then tailors a museum visit so that the most engaging works of art are viewed. A similarly beneficial at-home ARTZ experience relates to the individual’s background or interests, looking for images that tell a story NaturallyChattanooga.com

about families or feature animals the loved one likes. “Use open-ended, non-judgmental questions to discuss the art,” Shifrin suggests. “It’s all about listening to the response and encouraging the conversation.”

Musical Connections Trigger Happiness

Dan Cohen, of Brooklyn, New York, had a simple yet profound idea: Furnish people that have memory loss with an iPod loaded with their favorite music. It’s helping people nationwide reconnect with themselves through listening to their personal playlists. He has repeatedly seen how “The music transforms lives.” Cohen notes, “Residents who were formerly idle become engrossed in listening to their favorite music. They are empowered to choose the songs they want to hear. They become engaged as the music triggers memories. I’ve also seen the experience make people more social.” He recommends using headphones to minimize distractions. Sit together, turn on the iPod and watch for smiles of delight.

Dance Movement Integrates Souls

“Dance therapy enhances connections in the brain and uses movement to integrate body, mind and spirit,” says Erica Hornthal, owner of Chicago’s North Shore Dance Therapy, a psychotherapy practice that helps individuals cope with the challenges of dementia. Hornthal often notices a real change after people experience movement therapy. Often, when she enters a memory care facility she sees people withdrawn or sleeping. After she guides them in specific movements designed to connect mind and body, participants are usually awake, more alert and making eye contact. “We might reach our arms up, then down, to connect with ourselves. We might give ourselves a hug and then stretch toward our neighbor,” explains Hornthal, a board-certified dance movement therapist. “All the movements have a psychosocial goal.” She suggests that care partners play familiar music and encourage their loved one to move as they wish to. The care partner might move her head or wiggle her fingers to the music, inviting the other

to do the same. “Focus on what your loved one can do and celebrate their abilities,” Hornthal advises.

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“Even after memory and cognitive functions are damaged, the ability to create art can continue,” says Karen Clond, a licensed master social worker and dementia care specialist at the Alzheimer’s Association Heart of America chapter, in Prairie Village, Kansas. “The organization’s Memories in the Making art program works because the amygdala, the part of the brain involved with emotions and memory that processes feelings like fear, also processes beauty, appreciation and attachment.” Sally Jenny developed the program in 1988, which now boasts more than 4,000 participant artists a week. Facilitators create a safe and encouraging atmosphere to explore painting with watercolors, which can unlock memories, stimulate thoughts and promote social interaction. The process also produces tangible pieces they’ve created and can revisit. “The artists have complete control

over their work,” Clond comments. “It’s a failure-free activity.” For at-home painting activities, she suggests inviting guidelines: Provide good-quality supplies; have no expectations; find something good in every effort; ask them to title their piece and affix their artist’s signature; call them an artist and provide artistic respect.

Telling Personal Stories Improves Well-Being

“Creative storytelling for dementia patients replaces the pressure to remember with the freedom to imagine,” remarks Joan Williamson, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a coordinator and master trainer with TimeSlips. She’s seen it improve communication, self-esteem and social interaction for people with memory loss. Whether exploring art, music, movement or storytelling, expressive therapies can enrich the lives and connections of people with dementia and their care partners. Deborah Shouse is the author of Love in the Land of Dementia. Visit DeborahShouseWrites.wordpress.com.

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Mindfulness for Little Ones Teaching Kids to Be Calm and Focused by Traci Childress

Notice Feelings and Sensations

indfulness, simply defined, is being in the moment. Using simple tools can help us consciously notice our breath, bodies and sensations, as well as what is happening around us. As we practice noticing, we can more readily return to the moment and more immediately connect with ourselves and others. Integrating five mindfulness practices into our young children’s lives is easy and yields powerful dividends.

Connecting the rhythm of breathing to experiences helps children understand how to calm down. (Older children might enjoy learning the effects of breathing throughout their system.) First, ask children to notice their breath. Invite them to put a hand in front of their nose and breathe and say, “This is breath. All living things breathe.” Encourage them to share their response to the experience. Next, move to modeling breathing patterns in relation to experiences and feelings such as, “I feel so frustrated that my breath is moving fast. Look at my chest.” Then model returning to calm breathing with, “I am putting my hand on my chest and reminding myself to take longer breaths.” Help children notice how their breath changes throughout the day. Games can support this increased awareness. Ask the child to lie down, place their hands on their chest and belly and lie still. Ask them to notice their breath, and then have them stand up and jump up and down before noticing their breath again. After hard play, tell them, “Your breath is moving so fast because you were running hard.” At bedtime, soothingly note, “Your breath is getting sleepy and slow.” Remember to be a witness, rather than a judge. Play is an excellent way to discover how breathing changes. Partner with a child to try to simulate how favorite animals breathe. Invite them to try sustaining a sound, such as chanting a vowel letter, and time how long they can do it.

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Practice a regular mind/body check-in. At breakfast, inquire, “How are you feeling today?” or “Feelings check! At the moment, I am feeling tired and excited. What about you?” The idea is not to change or fix anything, just to notice, allowing a broadly defined perspective. Children might be able to describe a specific feeling or only an overall sensation like jumpy or buzzing.

Cultivate Sensory Awareness

Paying attention to sensations can bring children and adults into the moment. Integrate sensory awareness into daily life with simple questions like, “What do you see? What do you hear? What do you smell?” We can bring this practice with us everywhere—into the waiting room at the dentist’s office, in the car or on a plane.

Practice Moments of Quiet

Intentionally quiet moments support the development of mindfulness and empower children to consider “not doing” a valid part of everyday life. When they are given the opportunity for quiet time, they often love it. Try asking the child to get so quiet that they can hear a particular sound in the room—their breath, the tick of a clock or the hum of a computer. Once they hear it and you do too, you can dismiss the practice session with a bell, gentle clap or another soft sound.

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ometimes it’s hard for parents (and even teachers!) to determine if certain struggles or behaviors are a normal part of the learning process or an indicator of a deeper issue. At LearningRx, we see certain problems as red flags that a cognitive skill weakness may be causing serious learning difficulties. Cognitive skills are the underlying mental tools that make up IQ. They include logic and reasoning, attention, memory, processing speed, and auditory and visual processing. If one or more of these skills are weak, reading and learning can be difficult. If a cognitive skill weakness is the underlying cause of problems in school, the struggles will not ease until those weak skills are strengthened.

It’s one of the most frustrating symptoms of weak cognitive skills: a smart child locked inside a struggling student. This school year, as you head into conferences—or any time you talk to your child’s teacher—listen for these red-flag phrases:

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• his work doesn’t show it. • it’s just not coming out. • he makes sloppy mistakes. This is one of the most frustrating symptoms of weak cognitive skills: a smart child locked inside a struggling student. This phrase indicates that several cognitive skills are very strong, while others are deficient and causing a big bottleneck of information in the brain.

“He’s below grade level in reading.” Studies show that 88 percent of all learning-to-read problems are caused by weak phonemic awareness skills—the ability hear, blend, unglue and manipulate the smallest sounds in a word. Reading struggles

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ey elements like low-flow faucets and showerheads, VOC-free paint, sustainable flooring and nonporous countertops form the foundation of an eco-friendly bathroom. Now let’s take a look at the softer side of green. Start by considering the use of honeycomb window shades and double-glazed windows to keep this most intimate room comfortable year-round and reduce utility bills. Periodically letting in fresh air helps keep the room dry and reduces growth of mold, mildew and bacteria. While the kitchen harbors the most germs in the house, the bathroom is a close second. Instead of harsh chemical cleansers, try white vinegar, a safe and economical alternative. Its acidity is effective in killing most germs. Madeleine Somerville, of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, author of All You Need Is Less, uses heated vinegar misted on the shower door to remove soap scum. To achieve a shiny tub, she advises mixing one-quarter cup of baking soda, one tablespoon of natural dishwashing soap and enough water to make a paste. The baking soda also freshens the drain when the tub is rinsed. Toilet bowl ring

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cloths destined for the laundry. The Good Housekeeping Research Institute suggests that towels can be used up to four times before washing if they are hung to dry between showers, reducing both water and energy usage. To avoid spreading germs, personalize towels and washcloths for each child by color or marking with an initial or colored dot. Organic cotton towels are eco-friendly, comfy and widely available, as are organic cotton bath mats. For the crafty, make a mat from recycled towels or upgrade to a foot-massaging mat made from recycled wine corks. On special occasions when a soothing bath is called for, add a whimsical touch with Mr. Green, the world’s first rubber duck made in the U.S. from environmentally friendly, recycled and recyclable material. “Recycled materials call for different sculpting and molds, so designing Mr. Green was the hardest thing we’ve ever done,” says Craig Wolfe, president of CelebriDucks, in San Rafael, California. It’s a fun way to remind kids about going green while they spend a few extra minutes getting clean.

Cleaning Recipes Freshen drains and keep oils and lotions from clogging bathroom pipes by pouring one cup of baking soda into the drain, followed by a cup of hot, white vinegar. After it foams, wait five minutes and then flush with hot water. Mix two tablespoons of salt with one teaspoon of white vinegar to form a paste effective for cleaning chrome faucets. Scrub chrome with a cut lemon to remove hard water stains. Use lemon juice and an old toothbrush to scrub grout. Periodically douse the toilet with a half-cup of lemon juice and swish with a toilet bowl brush to keep it fresh. Add a few tablespoons of lemon juice into a spray bottle filled with water to clean windows and mirrors. Primary Source: BroccoliCupcake.com

To indulge in post-shower personal pampering, consider healthenhancing coconut oil for head-to-toe moisturizing. As a hair treatment, coconut oil blocks protein loss and reduces frizz. Make a home exfoliating sugar scrub by combining onehalf cup of virgin coconut oil, one cup of organic sugar and 20 drops of lime or another essential oil to gently scrub away dry winter skin. Dry skin and ragged cuticles also benefit from whipped coconut oil. Its antifungal properties help keep toenails healthy and sandal-ready. Goat’s milk soap can reduce symptoms of dry skin, eczema and psoriasis. Its alpha-hydroxy acids remove dead skin cells. Add honey as a natural antibacterial boost. Mixing in colloidal oatmeal produces a gentle exfoliator. Let the next upgrade of the bathroom be of a more personal nature aligned with our core values of being good to our family and our home planet. Avery Mack is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect via AveryMack@ mindspring.com.

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egetarians seeking flavorful variations can try 9,000 Indian, Pakistani and Bangladeshi grocery stores nationwide. “We are now seeing 20 percent non-Indian customers in our store,” says Vipul Patel, owner of the Louisville, Kentucky, branch of Patel Brothers, the largest Indian U.S. grocery store chain. “Usually, new customers come in with an Indian recipe and we help them find the ingredients.”

Indian Veggies

Vegetarianism has been a way of life in India for millennia. Some Indian vegetables may already seem familiar; winter melon, or white pumpkin, for example, is a squash that cooks and tastes like its orange counterpart. Eggplants native to India are egg-shaped and smaller than the American variety; they cook in less time and have a less bitter taste. “By eating a larger variety of vegetables, consumers benefit from an increased array of vital nutrients and specialized phytochemicals that have healing and medicinal qualities,” says Ronald Hubbs, a practitioner at NW Naturopathic Medicine, in Portland,

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Oregon. He advises against overcooking vegetables to maintain their nutritional qualities. Consider pickled vegetables, known as achar. “Naturally fermenting vegetables can turn some of them into superfoods, with enhanced properties that are rich in healthy bacteria and support digestion and immunity,” says Hubbs, citing studies in the Journal of Nutrition and Clinical Microbiology Reviews. Daals, or lentils, including Indian diet staples peas and beans, provide a good source of protein that is also high in fiber, he says. Lentils—highly versatile and available with or without the skin, whole or split—can be eaten thick and creamy, soup-like or dry, cooked with other vegetables or simply enhanced with basic Indian spices. Popular legumes include black-eyed peas and garbanzo beans. Different regions in the Indian subcontinent have their preferred daal spices and cooking methods, but all citizens often serve them with boiled rice or Indian bread, called chapatti.

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used in many Indian dishes, including those incorporating dairy, can be layered in for tantalizing flavors without necessitating frequent water breaks. Many commonly used herbs and spices have proven medicinal properties, historically recognized for their healing properties in ayurvedic therapies and more recently, in Indian alternative medicine. For example, University of Maryland Medical Center research shows that fennel seeds aid digestion and the Journal of Phytopathology reports that carom seeds have antiseptic properties. Recently, researchers at Penn State University found that antioxidant spices such as turmeric, oregano, cinnamon, cloves and paprika reduced triglycerides in the blood by 30 percent, helping to reduce the risk of chronic disease. “That’s because adding spices to a meal decreases the amount of fat in the bloodstream after eating,” explains study leader Ann Skulas-Ray, Ph.D. Americans can easily learn to bring out the best in their own Indian cuisine with the subcontinent’s alluring blends of herbs and spices delivering both unforgettable flavor and nutrient-rich fare. Bushra Bajwa is a freelance writer in Issaquah, WA. Connect at BushraBajwa@hotmail.com.

EZ Garam Masala Authentic garam masala is made with whole spices that have been roasted and ground, but this quick and easy substitute will add a warm, sweet flavor to vegetables, rice and other foods. 2 Tbsp ground coriander 1 Tbsp ground cumin 1 Tbsp ground cardamom 1 Tbsp ground black pepper 1 Tbsp ground fennel seed 1 tsp ground mustard ½ tsp ground cloves ½ tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp ground cayenne red pepper 2 Tbsp ground turmeric Mix the spices in a small bowl, place in an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place.

Spicy Indian Family Recipes Organic Baby Potatoes and Chickpeas 1 Tbsp olive oil 2 cups chickpeas, cooked, drained and rinsed 3 baby potatoes, washed and diced 1 finely chopped tomato Sea salt to taste 1 tsp garam masala blend of ground spices 1 jalapeño finely chopped (optional) ¼ tsp baking soda 2 Tbsp purified water Fresh cilantro for garnish Heat oil in saucepan before adding ingredients. Add chickpeas, potatoes, tomatoes, salt and garam masala to saucepan and bring to a boil. Add baking soda and water, and then simmer for 7 to 8 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

Maash Daal 2 Tbsp olive oil 2 cups maash (urad) lentils 1 medium yellow onion, peeled and finely chopped 1 tsp ginger, peeled and finely chopped 1 clove garlic, peeled and finely chopped ½ tsp turmeric ½ tsp coriander powder 2 cups purified water Sea salt to taste Chili powder to taste 2 tomatoes, finely chopped Fresh cilantro and chilies for garnish

Falafel Originally from the Middle East, this deeply flavorful vegetarian fried dish is usually wrapped in a pita, but also tastes great on salads or dipped in hot sauce or tahini.

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consistently. The term practice is used because yoga is an ongoing process; it’s never-ending. The more we practice, the deeper our knowledge and understanding grows in our yogic journey. Another good thing about yoga is that it can be practiced by just about everyone, regardless of age, physical limitations or athletic ability. In class, a skilled yoga instructor will have the ability to modify the practice to address the needs of most students.

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Misconceptions about yoga abound. First, yoga is not a religion. But it can enhance your spiritual practice by fostering tolerance, compassion and loving kindness, which are elements found in most religious traditions. Second, you are never too old to start. Yoga is not just for the young and super-flexible. Sitting in full lotus or placing your foot behind your head is Beyond the Poses not the goal of yoga; getting healthy is. Many in the West view yoga as simply Third, you do not have to be flexan asana practice, a series of physical ible to start a yoga practice. In fact, postures; however, the essence of the not being flexible is a perfect reason to asana is mindfulness. Being present and start practicing yoga, since one of the focused on what is happening with our benefits is increased flexibility. breath, our body and our mind while Fourth, not all yoga is alike. There doing the asanas is yoga. If mindfulness is something for everyone in yoga— is not present in the practice, then we many styles and levels. Some styles are are simply doing eastern calisthenics, more aerobic, like Ashtanga and Flow; not yoga. some are slower Asana, pranayaIf mindfulness is and more therama, relaxation and peutic, like Iyengar not present in the meditation can be and Viniyoga; and done separately, but some are gentle, like practice, then we are they are most powerKripalu, Yin and Reful and most effective simply doing eastern storative (where the when they are combody is supported, calisthenics, not yoga. allowing muscles bined and practiced

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Even at the beginning level, yoga is deceptively challenging. And many of its effects are subtle and occur over time. But patience has its rewards: the benefits of yoga are numerous.

by Anthony Crutcher eptember is National Yoga Month—a time when yoga studios, teachers, organizers and enthusiasts in communities around the world are encouraged to offer free classes and events to raise awareness of the benefits of this ancient practice. The US Department of Health and Social Services formalized National Yoga Month in 2008 as part of several initiatives to increase public awareness of health and to encourage healthy lifestyles. Since then, this annual celebration of yoga has expanded well beyond the United States, becoming a global event now coordinated by the Yoga Health Foundation. Yoga is a holistic practice designed to bring us mental clarity and emotional stability through movement and breath. This is achieved through a combination of physical postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), relaxation techniques and meditation. The end result is harmony of the mind, body and spirit.

to relax and the body to rest and thus become restored). There are classes to fit almost anyone’s needs, including beginning, intermediate and advanced levels.

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Not only does regular yoga practice increase flexibility, but it can build strength and stamina; loosen stiff joints, tendons and ligaments; lower elevated blood pressure; improve sleep; help correct poor posture; improve digestion, circulation and metabolism; revitalize the brain, heart, nerves and muscles; and relax the mind and the body. Yoga also has psychological benefits. It can improve concentration, boost self-discipline, and, as I mentioned, help develop loving kindness and compassion. Above all else, yoga makes you feel good.

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The yoga community is growing in our area. In 1999, ClearSpring Yoga was the only yoga studio in Chattanooga. Since then, many more studios have opened, plus there are classes being offered in venues such as the YMCA and various fitness and recreation centers. As more venues become available, I hope that the Chattanooga area yoga community will continue to grow broader and stronger. You can be part of that growing community. In celebration of National Yoga Month, give yourself the gift of good health; bring harmony to your mind, body and spirit. Treat yourself to a yoga class in September. Anthony Crutcher is coowner and instructor at ClearSpring Yoga Studio, 105 N. Market St., Chattanooga. For a class calendar, visit ClearSpringYoga.com. See ad, page 19.

calendarofevents NOTE: All Calendar events must be received by September 10 (for the October issue) and adhere to our guidelines. Email ChattanoogaNA@ epbfi.com for guidelines and to submit entries. stress, more. $300/members; $350/non-members. Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: CenterMindfulLiving.org or 423-486-1279.

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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 Restorative Sound Concert – Info session: 2-4pm; concert: 6-8pm. Info session: Jonathan Adams & Robin Burk teach how sound vibration can affect us and enhance relaxation and meditation. Sound therapy concert: Come experience the healing power of sounds. $15/info session, $25/concert, $30/both. Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: CenterMindfulLiving.org or 423-486-1279.

Healing Hands for Arthritis – 8am-10pm. Every one-hour massage or facial earns a donation to the Arthritis Foundation. Massage Envy Spa-Frazier: 345 Frazier Ave. Ste. 101, Chattanooga. Massage Envy Spa-Hamilton Place, 2100 Hamilton Place Blvd. Ste. 208, Chattanooga. Info: MassageEnvy. com/clinics/TN/Frazier.aspx or 423-757-2900; MassageEnvy.com/clinics/TN/Hamilton-Place.aspx or 423-855-8686. Free Teleconference: “Are you a Lightworker?” – 8-9pm. With Margaret Dexter, PhD, lightworker and spiritual counselor. Do you wonder who you are and why you are here? Do you have a sense of mission? If so, this teleconference is for you. Phone or online. Registration required. Info: 423-266-6006 or margaretdexter.com/teleconferences

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 TN Massage Law and Documentation – 6-10pm. 2 CE hours each. At Massage Institute of Cleveland (TN). $40 for one if paid by 8/29/14 or $50 thereafter; $70 for both if paid by 8/29/14 or $90 thereafter. Charles West, LMT. Info: MassageWorksTN.com 865-694-3144.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 Free Yin/Yan Yoga Celebration – 1-2:30pm. Come and discover our unique space and take a fun and relaxing class on us, no experience required. Every body is welcome at ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Chattanooga. Info: ClearSpringYoga.com or 423-266-3539. Positional Release & Muscle Energy Technique– Lower Body – Sept. 13-14, 9am-6pm. 16 CE hours. At Massage Institute of Cleveland (TN). $125 if paid by 8/29/14 or $150 thereafter. Charles West, LMT. Info: MassageWorksTN.com 865-694-3144.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 Free Your Spine – 3-4 pm. Also Sept. 21 & 28. Jonathan Ellis will teach how to use yoga to recognize asymmetries and patterns that can cause back pain and help strengthen, align and bring mobility to the back. $45/class (members), $60/class (nonmembers.) Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: CenterMindfulLiving.org or 423-486-1279.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction – 6-8pm. 8-week program through Nov. 4. Claudio Barrientos leads an experiential study of Mindfulness Meditation and how to use it to relieve health issues, pain,

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 Star Knowledge Nashville Conference – Sept. 18-20. More than 30 speakers, 20 workshops share ancient spiritual teachings at Montgomery Bell State Park Conference Center, Burns, TN. Vendors, live music. Fall Equinox Sunrise Ceremony Sept. 21 at Mound Bottom. $88/day or $222/3 days. Register: 800-221-6801 or StarKnowledgeNashville.com. Info: Janice Mickle, 615-830-1512.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 Mind Freedom: Release from Our Victim Beliefs – 9am-5:30pm. Sept. 19-20. Lynne Forrest teaches a body awareness practice to help identify physical victim patterns and methods to help remove victim consciousness and cultivate self-empowerment. $400/person; $750/couple. Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: CenterMindfulLiving.org or 423-486-1279. Women’s Camping Retreat Weekend – Sept. 19-21. Led by Carol Beiter. Enjoy quiet time in nature, learn/improve camping skills, spend time in fellowship with other women. Harrison Bay State Park. $80 includes meals. Space limited to 8 women. Preregistration and $30 deposit required. Info and registration: 423-605-4855 or cbieter@comcast.net.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 Reiki I (Shoden) plus Animal Reiki – Sept. 20-21, 10am-6pm. Margaret Dexter, PhD, Reiki Master/Teacher. Learn Reiki for relaxation, stress relief and healing for self, others and animals. Meditation techniques for spiritual growth. Focus on

self-healing. $250 includes class, manual, Shoden certificate. Registration with $125 deposit one week in advance. North Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-6006 or ReikiChattanooga.com. 4th Annual Fall Equinox Practice – 2:30-4pm. With Janka Livoncova. Recommended donation $15-$20. Welcome this rich season through asana, breathwork, meditation. Proceeds of the workshop will go to The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee (Elephants.com). ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Chattanooga. Info: ClearSpringYoga.com or 423-266-3539. Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s –Two-mile walk at Tennessee Riverpark to raise awareness and funds to fight the nation’s 6th-leading cause of death. Includes tribute ceremony to those affected by Alzheimer’s. Post-walk food and live music. Info: Alz.org/walk or 800-272-3900.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 “The Five Essentials That Will Transform Health” – 2-4pm. Eric Wright, DC, is featured speaker at CHEO’s September meeting. Free to public. Yoga/speaker room at Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: Merry Johnson, RN, newearthsong@gmail.com or 706-952-1608.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 The Sacred Art of Loving Kindness – 10am-3pm. Rabbi Rami Shapiro uses teachings and practices from the world’s religions to lead participants through the Thirteen Attributes of Loving Kindness that are at the heart of godliness. $50/members, $65/ non-members, Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: CenterMindfulLiving.org or 423-486-1279.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 Energy Healing – Noon-4pm every fourth Monday. With Chitra Gunderson. Tachyon Cocoon MiniEssential Oils Forsession. Pets Energy Session noon-2pm. $25/20-minute Monday September 29th, 7 pm ClearingChattanooga Workshop 2:30-4pm. $25.Institute Limited enrollHolistic Animal 918 East Main St ment; advanced registration required. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Chattanooga. Registration: This very informative FREE workshop will teach you how to safely use Essential Oils everyday with your pets 240-674-5220.

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care for pets. Chattanooga Holistic Animal Institute, For More Information or doTERRA@epbfi.com 918 E.423.667.3393 Main St., Chattanooga. Info: 423-667-3393.

save the date SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4 Reiki II (Okuden) plus Animal Reiki – Oct. 4-5, 10am-6pm. Margaret Dexter, PhD, Reiki Master/ Teacher. Prerequisite: Reiki I. Meditation techniques for continued spiritual growth. Remote healing for people and pets. Training needed to work as a Reiki Practitioner. $300 includes class, manual, Okuden certificate. Registration with $150 deposit one week in advance. North Chattanooga. Info: 423-266-6006 or ReikiChattanooga.com.

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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, MovementArtsCollective.com.

in yoga, with basic postures, proper alignment, breathing techniques and relaxation. Regular class rates apply. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Chattanooga. Info: ClearSpringYoga.com or 423266-3539.

Dojo Chattanooga – Adult Kenpo 1-2pm; Youth Kenpo 4:30-5:30pm; Fitness Kickboxing 5:30-6pm; Warrior Fit 6-6:30pm; Adult Kenpo 6:30-7:30pm; Wing Chun 7:30-8:30pm. Beginners welcome. 323 Cherokee Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-267-0855.

Yin Yoga Breathwork for Stress Relief – 3-4:15pm. With Jonathan Ellis. Center for Mindful Living, 1212 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga. Info: CenterMindfulLiving.com.

Debtors Anonymous meeting – 7-8pm. Get support for money/debt problems by attending the weekly Chattanooga Debtors Anonymous meeting. All welcome. Unity, 604 Black St. (off Cherokee Boulevard), Chattanooga.

monday Fundamentals with Cecilia – 10-11:15am. For those who wish to practice a solid foundation

Yin with Elisabeth – 5:30-6:45pm. Long, quiet postures designed to access the body’s connective tissue. Adaptable and suitable for all levels. Regular class rates apply. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Chattanooga. Info: ClearSpringYoga.com or 423-266-3539. 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.

Daily Zen Meditation Group – 6:30-8am. Led by Rev. Travis Suiryu Eiseman. Donation-based; sitting cushions provided. Newcomers are encour-

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Zumba Fitness classes with Ana Oritz – 4:305:30pm. Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, high-energy dance burns calories for losing weight and getting fit. Nutrition World Wellness Center, behind Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-3264331 or alexana_23@yahoo.com.

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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.

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.

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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.

Stretch & Breathe Gentle Yoga – 10-11am. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-401-8115 or Movement ArtsCollective.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.

Restorative Yoga – 5:30-6:45pm. Instructor rotates each Sunday. Physical and mental restorative session designed to focus on rejuvenating and healing the body through breath and slow gentle movement. Regular class rates apply. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Chattanooga. Info: ClearSpringYoga.com or 423-266-3539.

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Flow/Restorative Yoga with Mina Chong – 6:157:30pm. $10 per class or 11 classes for $100. Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-503-9351.

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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.

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wednesday Daily Zen Meditation Group – 6:30-8am. Led by Rev. Travis Suiryu Eiseman. Donation-based; sitting cushions provided. Newcomers are encouraged to attend an evening session (Wed, Thus or Sun) for Zen meditation instruction. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 619-820-6832, TravisEiseman@yahoo.com, MovementArtsCollective.com. Gentle Yoga with Sallie – 9:30-10:45am. Introduction to basic yoga poses and healthy alignment. Great for stress relief and overall relaxation. Regular class rates apply. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Chattanooga. Info: ClearSpringYoga.com or 423-266-3539. Yoga in Japanese with Mina Chong – Noon-1pm. $8 per class. Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-503-9351. Dojo Chattanooga – Adult Kenpo 1-2pm; Youth Kenpo 4:30-5:30pm; Fitness Kickboxing 5:30-6pm; Warrior Fit 6-6:30pm; Adult Kenpo 6:30-7:30pm; Wing Chun 7:30-8:30pm. Beginners welcome. 323 Cherokee Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-267-0855. Mindful Yoga with Annie Harpe – 5:30pm. $10 per class. Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-598-8802. Community Class with Rachel – 7-8pm. Group yoga is practiced at varying levels of challenge to help students feel energized and centered. Not recommended for special needs students. Special drop-in price $7. ClearSpring Yoga, 105 N. Market St. Chattanooga. Info: ClearSpringYoga.com or 423-266-3539. Daily Zen Meditation Group –8-9pm. Led by Rev. Travis Suiryu Eiseman. Donation-based; sitting cushions provided. Includes Zen meditation instruction. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 619-820-6832, TravisEiseman@ yahoo.com, MovementArtsCollective.com.

thursday Daily Zen Meditation Group – 6:30-8am. Led by Rev. Travis Suiryu Eiseman. Donation-based; sitting cushions provided. Newcomers are encouraged to attend an evening session (Wed, Thus or Sun) for Zen meditation instruction. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 619-820-6832, TravisEiseman@yahoo.com, MovementArtsCollective.com. Dojo Chattanooga – Warrior Fit 12:30-1pm; Wing Chun 1-2pm; Youth Kenpo 4:30-5:30pm; Fitness Kickboxing 5:30-6pm; Warrior Fit 6-6:30pm; Wing Chun 6:30-7:30pm; Adult Kenpo 7:30-8:30pm. Beginners welcome. 323 Cherokee Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-267-0855.

Walk-In Acupuncture Sessions – 1-6pm. See Monday listing for details. Margie J. Wesley, LAc, Nutrition World Wellness Center, 6245 Vance Rd. Ste. 4, Chattanooga. Info: 423-596-9024 or FourSeasonsAcupuncture.com. 50+ Yoga with Anita Gaddy – 2-3:15pm. Userfriendly yoga for those aged 50+. Flexibility, strengthening, relaxation and renewal of energy. One hour of breath and movement followed by 15 minutes of meditation. $5 drop-in. Nutrition World Wellness Center, behind Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: NutritionW.com. Signal Mountain Farmers’ Market – 4-6pm. Seasonal produce, eggs, meats, body products, coffee, crafts, baked goods, dog treats, boiled peanuts, plants, flowers, all from local farms. New location: front lot of Pruett’s Signal Mountain Market. Info: signalfarmersmarket@gmail.com. Zumba Fitness classes with Ana Oritz – 4:305:30pm. Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, high-energy dance burns calories for losing weight and getting fit. Nutrition World Wellness Center, behind Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-3264331 or alexana_23@yahoo.com. Flow/Restorative Yoga with Mina Chong – 6:157:30pm. $10 per class or 11 classes for $100. Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-503-9351.

Daily Zen Meditation Group – 6:30-8am. Led by Rev. Travis Suiryu Eiseman. Donation-based; sitting cushions provided. Newcomers are encouraged to attend an evening session (Wed, Thus or Sun) for Zen meditation instruction. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 619-820-6832, TravisEiseman@yahoo.com, MovementArtsCollective.com. Qigong Level 1 – 9am. With Clare Mills. Montgomery Room inside Center on Main, 320 E. Main St., Chattanooga. Info: 423-643-1980. 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 – 10-11am. Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, high-energy dance burns calories for losing weight and getting fit. Nutrition World Wellness Center, behind Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Hwy., Chattanooga. Info: 423-3264331 or alexana_23@yahoo.com. Prenatal Yoga – Noon-1pm. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-401-8115 or MovementArtsCollective.com.

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friday Daily Zen Meditation Group – 6:30-8am. Led by Rev. Travis Suiryu Eiseman. Donation-based; sitting cushions provided. Newcomers are encouraged to attend an evening session (Wed, Thus or Sun) for Zen meditation instruction. Movement Arts Collective, 3813 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 619-820-6832, TravisEiseman@yahoo.com, MovementArtsCollective.com. Dojo Chattanooga – Fencing 4:30-5:30pm ; Wing Chun 5:30-6:30pm. Beginners welcome. 323 Cherokee Blvd., Chattanooga. Info: 423-267-0855. Emotional Freedom Technique at Nutrition World – EFT practitioner Lucille York is at Nutrition World on Fridays to help people use this

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AIR PURIFICATION CONDITIONAIRE CO. INC. Chattanooga, TN 423-894-0612 Conditionaire.com

Taking care of your indoor comfort with central heating and cooling products. Central air conditioning, heat pumps, gas heating, geothermal, humidification, dehumidification, duct sealing, ventilation, programmable controls, ductless systems, air cleaning/purification, quality installation and service. See ad, page 27.

ANIMAL HEALTH CHATTANOOGA HOLISTIC ANIMAL INSTITUTE Colleen Smith, DVM, CVA 918 East Main St. Chattanooga, TN 37408 423-531-8899 ChaiHolisticVet@gmail.com ChattanoogaHolisticVet.com

Holistic veterinarian, certified veterinary acupuncturist, veterinary chiropractor integrating conventional and alternative therapies for cats and dogs. Small animal nutrition consulting and food therapy. Equine acupuncture therapy.

Colon Therapy STILLPOINT HEALTH ASSOCIATES

June Carver Drennon 1312-B Hanover St. Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-756-2443

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 12.

Astrology LILAN LAISHLEY, PhD Center for Mindful Living 1212 McCallie Ave. Chattanooga, TN 37404 423-503-5474 DrLilan@Laishley.com Laishley.com

Astrologer and counselor with extensive education and experience helps you gain greater self-understanding. Explore work, relationships, children, career and life purpose. Appointments for birth chart, chart comparison, current cycles, counseling, classes and mentoring.

Counseling/ Psychotherapy ASALA CENTER

Lauryn and Diana Peterson, certified Constructive Living instructors Zanzibar Studio 600 Georgia Ave. Ste. B (downstairs) Chattanooga, TN 37402 423-653-4478 Constructive.LivingTN@gmail.com AsalaCenter.com AsalaCenter.blogspot.com

Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement

Constructive Living is a practical lifeway based on Japanese therapies Morita and Naikan. Constructive Living instruction utilizes realistic and mindful tools and exercises to help the student make changes in his or her daily life.

FULL CIRCLE MEDICAL CENTER Charles C. Adams, MD 4085 Cloud Springs Rd. Ringgold, GA 30736 706-861-7377 DrPrevent.com

For over a decade, Full Circle Medical Center has continued to help men and women get their youth back by balancing hormones naturally with bioidentical hormones. See ad, page 20.

Education CHEO (COMPLEMENTARY HEALTH EDUCATION ORGANIZATION) 4CHEO.org

Nonprofit CHEO educates the public about holistic health practices. Free meeting third Sunday each month, 2-4 pm. Website includes meeting information, practitioner member directory, event calendar, information on membership and print directory.

JO MILLS PET GROOMING

Chattanooga Holistic Animal Institute 918 East Main St. Chattanooga, TN 37408 423-531-8899 Offering green grooming, including relaxing hydro-massage baths with all-natural EarthBath products. Certified grooming for all canine breeds, as well as cats.

Chiropractic INSPIRE CHIROPRACTIC

Rebecca Klein, DC Joseph Klein, DC, Activator Certified, Webster-certified 400 E. Main Ste. 140 B Chattanooga, TN 37408 423-834-7125 InspireChiro.com At Inspire Chiropractic our purpose is about living. We’re on a mission to serve, inspire and educate families to take action in their health through chiropractic care. Let our family take care of your family. See ad, page 25.

LEARNINGRx 2040 Hamilton Place Blvd. Ste. 780 Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-305-1599 LearningRx.com/chattanooga-east Facebook.com/chattlrx Twitter.com/learningrxchatt

LearningRx’s targeted brain-training works with children and adults to treat the cause of learning struggles, including AD/HD, dyslexia and other difficulties, by strengthening the skills that determine how well one learns, reads, remembers and thinks. See ad, page 19.

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NUTRITION WORLD

ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE HOME SERVICES

Ed Jones 6201 Lee Hwy. Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-892-4085 NutritionW.com

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Inspired residential services Julie Nelson Chattanooga, TN 423-443-2422 WellKemptCottage.com info@wellkemptcottage.com Well Kempt Cottage offers a variety of specialized services to create harmony and delight throughout your home: professional home organization; repurposing of aesthetics and décor to create flow; home staging; environmentally responsible, nontoxic cleaning.

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 14, 22 & 40.

THE FAMILY HERB SHOP Alison Campbell 6462 Hixson Pk. Ste. 101 Hixson, TN 37343 423-843-1760

Family owned and operated for the last 21 years, we provide a wide selection of vitamins, herbs, essential oils, weightloss products, Advocare and many other natural health products for the entire family. See ad, page 23.

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Holistic Dentistry SMILES OF CHATTANOOGA Robert J. Gallien, DDS 4620 Hwy. 58 Chattanooga, TN 37416 423-208-9783 SmileChattanooga.com

Catering to patients’ personal needs with a whole-body approach. Dr. Gallien offers tests for sensitivities to commonly used dental materials and uses only biocompatible materials to restore beautiful, naturallooking teeth. Offering removal of mercury-silver fillings. See ad, page 25.

Homeopathy TOOLS FOR HEALING, LLC

423-899-6288 CustomerService@ToolsForHealing.com ToolsForHealing.com Offering 500+ products including ozonators, far infrared, hand-crafted mountain herbs, organic body care, water and air purification, nutritional supplements, books, gift certificates and energy devices including parasite zappers and more. See ad, page 23.

Integrative Medicine FULL CIRCLE MEDICAL CENTER Charles C. Adams, MD 4085 Cloud Springs Rd. Ringgold, GA 30736 706-861-7377 DrPrevent.com

Work with a medical or naturopathic doctor or energy medicine technician to seek the root of your imbalance. Traditional and alternative medicine, BHRT, weight loss, detoxification, infrared ozone sauna, hyperbaric oxygen and advanced IV therapies. See ad, page 20.

KINESIO TAPING RESTORATIVE BODY THERAPIES Carol Bieter, LMT, CKTP 243 Signal Mountain Rd. Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-605-4855 RestorativeBodyTherapies.com

Carol Bieter is a certified Kinesio Taping practitioner, having completed all three levels of training and passed the CKTP exam. Currently one of the only certified Kinesio Taping practitioners in the Knoxville and Chattanooga areas. See ad, page 24.

Martial Arts DOJO CHATTANOOGA

Trevor Haines 323 Cherokee Blvd. Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-267-0855 Trevor@DojoChattanooga.com DojoChattanooga.com Trevor Haines teaches the martial arts Wing Chun Kung Fu and Five Animal Kenpo Karate. Excellent for self-defense and overall wellness, martial arts develop physical and mental confidence and discipline.

RESTORATIVE BODY THERAPIES Carol Bieter, LMT, CNMT 243 Signal Mountain Rd. Ste. E Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-605-4855 RestorativeBodyTherapies.com

Licensed massage therapist and certified neuromuscular therapist offers a wide range of relaxation and treatment massage techniques including neuromuscular therapy, myofascial release and Reiki. Certified and extensively trained in sports massage. See ad, page 24.

Reflexology THERAPEUTIC REFLEXOLOGY Kenda Komula 207 Woodland Ave. Chattanooga, TN 37402 423-400-9175

Experienced; certified in Original Ingham Method. Works on the hands and feet. Reflexology increases nerve and blood supply and circulation to the whole body, balancing and helping it normalize. Calming sessions designed for individual needs.

Personal Training

Qigong

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Massage school MASSAGE INSTITUTE OF CLEVELAND 4009 Keith St. Ste. 207 Cleveland, TN 37311 423-559-0380

Massage Institute of Cleveland, East Tennessee’s oldest continuously operating massage school. 28-week-long day or evening program. $3,400 tuition includes books. No-interest payment plans. VA-approved. Discount massage clinic open to public.

Nutrition World 6201 Lee Hwy. Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-892-4085

EILEEN MEAGHER, PhD

One of Chattanooga’s best trainers, Mackie Pierre of MAXX Fitness, is accepting new clients. See how one-onone attention, total focus, results-based training can make a difference in your life. All ages, abilities. Free consultations. 423-645-0935.

Nutrition World 6201 Lee Hwy. Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-892-4085

Eileen Meagher, Certified Spring Forest Qigong Instructor and Master Healer, offers coursework and individual energy sessions. Trained with Master Chunyi Lin and has worked on close to 1,000 individuals. Info or appointments: 423-267-8306 or corville10@ gmail.com.

Massage Therapy MASSAGE ENVY SPA – FRAZIER/ NORTHSHORE

345 Frazier Ave. Ste. 108 Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-757-2900 MassageEnvy.com/clinics/TN/Frazier.aspx

MASSAGE ENVY SPA – HAMILTON PLACE 2100 Hamilton Place Blvd. Ste. 208 Chattanooga, TN 374021 423-855-8686 MassageEnvy.com/clinics/TN/HamiltonPlace.aspx

Customized therapeutic massage relieves stress, decreases anxiety, increases energy, promotes healthier lifestyle. Long-term effects can include increased circulation, improved flexibility and stronger immunity. Our professional massage therapists will work with you to customize your session. See ad, page 21.

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Reiki Workshops & Private Sessions

Skin Care

MARGARET E. DEXTER, PhD, SPIRITUAL COUNSELOR, REIKI TEACHER Reiki Chattanooga 1175 Pineville Rd. #124 Chattanooga, TN 423-266-6006 MargaretDexter.com

Margaret teaches all levels of Reiki, offers private Reiki sessions, Akashic Record Soul Readings and more. Forthcoming book Waking up on a Strange Planet: A Lightworker’s Guide to Planet Earth. Calendar or website for details.

Salons BANANA TREE ORGANIC SALON AND SPA Angela Oliver 1309 Panorama Dr. Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-553-6773 BananaTreeSalon.com Facebook.com/BananaTreeSalon

MASSAGE ENVY SPA – FRAZIER/ NORTHSHORE

345 Frazier Ave. Ste. 108 Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-757-2900 MassageEnvy.com/clinics/TN/Frazier.aspx

MASSAGE ENVY SPA – HAMILTON PLACE 2100 Hamilton Place Blvd. Ste. 208 Chattanooga, TN 37421 423-855-8686 MassageEnvy.com/clinics/TN/HamiltonPlace.aspx

With Murad® Healthy Skin facials, you can enjoy lasting relief and more youthful-looking skin on your schedule. How? Well, our experienced estheticians use specially formulated Murad products to help improve skin texture, tone and appearance. See ad, page 21.

Thermography

Healthy, vibrant hair color without the chemicals! Only at Banana Tree Organic Salon. Relaxing massages, all-organic facials, Pedispa pedicures and complimentary drinks. See ad, page 39.

STILLPOINT HEALTH ASSOCIATES June Carver Drennon 1312-B Hanover St. Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-756-2443

Dedicated to improving health through thermography, colonic irrigation, cellular detoxifying foot baths, massage and lymphatic therapy. Additional therapies available include individual and family counseling, and Emotional Freedom Technique. See ad, page 12.

Yoga CLEARSPRING YOGA

105 N. Market St. Chattanooga, TN 37405 423-266-3539 ClearSpringYoga.com Chattanooga’s original studio since 1999, offering a range of classes seven days a week for all ages and abilities. Small class size, personalized attention, beginner-friendly. Come be a part of this vibrant yoga community. See ad, page 19.

MOVEMENT ARTS COLLECTIVE Stacey L. Nolan, MEd Tara Phillips, MSW, MEd 3813 Dayton Blvd. Red Bank, TN 37415 423-401-8115 MovementArtsCollective.com

The Movement Arts Collective is a studio for dance and yoga offering classes and specialty workshops in belly dance, yoga, prenatal dance, creative movement for children, Zen meditation, and other movement and wellness arts topics.

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Banana Tree Organic Salon and Spa..................................39

Massage Envy Spa - Hamilton Place................................... 21

Center For Mindful Living..................................................... 27

Massage Envy Spa - North Chattanooga........................... 21

Clearspring Yoga......................................................................19

Niedlovs......................................................................................15

Conditionaire........................................................................... 27

Nutrition World...........................................................14, 22, 40

doTERRA..................................................................................... 5

Restorative Body Therapies.................................................24

Family Herb Shop.................................................................... 23

Smiles of Chattanooga..........................................................25

Four Bridges Massage & Bodywork.....................................15

Stillpoint Health Associates, Inc........................................... 12

Full Circle Medical Center.....................................................20

The Wolfe Clinic/Tools For Healing..................................... 23

Green Pages Interactive.......................................................... 8

TradeBank of Chattanooga..................................................... 9

Inspire Chiropractic................................................................25

Two Vintage Chics.................................................................... 12

International Monetary Systems........................................... 11

Village Market............................................................................ 3

Junk King.................................................................................... 9

Vintage Wine and Spirits.......................................................29

Learning RX Center.................................................................19

YMCA........................................................................................... 2

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