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Natural Awakenings is a family of 50+ healthy living magazines celebrating 26 years of providing the communities we serve with the tools and resources we all need to lead healthier lives on a healthy planet.

20 ANNUAL TRINITY

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HEALTH FREEDOM EXPO

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Adds Mental Health Component

22 THINK YOURSELF HAPPY

Seven Ways to Change Your Mind and Be Happier

26 MANAGING SCHOOL ANXIETY

Starts with a Healthy Gut

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28 BACK-TO-SCHOOL

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WELLNESS

Tips to Keep Kids Healthy

32 WATER SPORTS FOR A TOTAL BODY WORKOUT

Cool Ways to Stay Fit this Summer

34 DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF MAGNESIUM

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appiness is a topic that’s been written about throughout human history, and the subject of countless songs, poems, paintings, movies, websites and self-help books.

Is it an emotion, a state of being, a moment in time, a lifestyle choice, something else... or all of the above and more? Certainly happiness is one of humanity’s most important themes, and rightly so.

Happiness can be elusive, yet found every day on a grand scale or in the most mundane and routine. This month’s issue of Natural Awakenings Chicago magazine focuses in part on how, with daily mindfulness (and practice) we can shift to a more positive mindset in our choices and potentially find more happiness in the little details of everyday life. It’s a fitting topic for this point in time as we continue to migrate through the panPeggy Malecki demic and adjust to new realities. Heading into a new school year that will undoubtedly be vastly different than two years ago, and teaching and coaching the next generation in lifestyle choices to lead a more positive, happier life is all the more important. In her article “Think Yourself Happy: Seven Ways to Change Your Mind and Be Happier,” Ronica O’Hara takes an in-depth look at some of the latest studies and research-based methods to help ourselves make choices to enhance happiness.

One of my favorite ways to find calm, peace and a sense of happiness is through daily connections with nature. While the nature connection is not news, it requires ongoing practice and can be difficult for many as we juggle jobs, family, daily life, access to natural areas and more. Yet many studies show that even a small amount of exposure to the natural world can affect the brain and calm anxiety and depression. Recently, researchers at the National University of Singapore used artificial intelligence and social media to analyze the effect of nature on positive memories and happy events. Their global study, published in 2020 in Scientific Reports, showed that social media photos tagged as #fun, #vacations and even #honeymoon were more likely to include photos of plants, water and landscapes when compared to images identified in posts as #daily and #routines.

As we continue to adapt to these unique times and take new approaches, it’s more critical than ever to purposely set a goal to include natural connections in our lives, create new habits and regularly share that connection with others. Be it through year-round outdoor exercise, creating a pollinator habitat in the garden, water sports, bird watching, walking from the Metra to your home, biking with the kids or whatever activities you enjoy (even viewing nature online or via TV shows), I encourage you to take that extra step, engage your senses and observe what is happening around you in the natural world as you participate in activities. Look for changes in plants, observe birds and animals in your yard or along the trail, note how the wind feels on your face, the color of the sky or phase of the moon... consciously reflecting on these things for the moments you experience them adds new dimensions to everyday living and can truly shift our emotions and bring things into a new perspective.

What makes you happy? How have you included nature in your life this past year?

We’d love to hear what actions you take to increase happiness and positivity. Please drop us a note at Editor@NAChicago.com or via social media on Facebook @Natural Awakenings Chicago Magazine and on Instagram @NAChicago.

As always, I encourage you to step outside every day and enjoy the continual unfolding of the summer season this August. The present is now, and ours to choose to savor, find joyful moments in and express gratitude each and every day.

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Body Mind Spirit Celebration is Back in Skokie

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s Chicagoland’s first large post-pandemic holistic festival, Body Mind Spirit Expo is back from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., August 14, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., August 15, at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, in Skokie.

Attendees are invited to rediscover the local and national vibrant, holistic community in this two-day weekend event, where they can safely explore selected performers, presenters and experts in the ever-expanding realm of self-discovery.

The curated exhibit space features more than 90 companies offering the latest in natural health, personal growth and metaphysics. More than 50 presenters, with topics ranging from John Thornton’s Medical Intuition seminar to Cora Colvin’s Seduce the Awakening Within, offer an opportunity to delve deeper. Expo guests can meet nationally renowned psychics, mediums, channels and healers, including Sharon Sampsel and Judy Lekic. Other onstage personalities will include Sandy Wilcox, Linda Gonzales and Professor Dr. Paul Ling Tai.

“Explore a world of possibilities where aura photos, relaxing massage, quality nutritional supplements and natural healing products come to life in entertaining fashion. See your future revealed and connect with lost loved ones with respected mediums and psychics. All areas of New Thought bloom from ancient healing traditions to New Age technology. Emerge into your brilliant future,” says show manager Megan Mitchell.

Admission: $15 for the weekend, with free parking. Location: 9501 Skokie Blvd. For more information and discounted advance tickets, visit bmse.net. See ad on page 3 and at NAChicago.com.

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editation teacher Sharon Salzberg, author of Real Change, will speak at 10 a.m., August 14, via Zoom. She’ll provide a road map to guide participants in challenging times with clarity, calm, heartfulness, equanimity and resiliency to effect real change.

The event will include opportunities to practice loving kindness and guided meditations suitable for beginning and more experienced Sharon Salzberg meditators.

“Equanimity is about living life, no matter what arises, with an open and responsive heart. It is a steadiness of mind and a calm understanding that enables you to be with the constantly changing and shifting landscape of the world,” says Salzberg.

Cost: $95/$85; payment due 10 days in advance. CEUs available.

Participants receive a Zoom link for live viewing and a recording for later viewing. For more information and to register, visit Infinity Foundation.org. See ad in the Community Resource Guide and in the Business Directory at NAChicago.com.

Holistic Health & Spiritual Expo Seeks Vendors

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he Chicagoland Holistic Health & Spiritual Expo returns live and in person November 6 and 7 at the Schaumburg Convention Center, featuring two days of amazing vendors and holistic practitioners. Prospective vendors can visit the website site or call 800-762-5037 to take advantage of $50 savings by reserving their booth before September 1.

Enjoy readers, astrologists, energy workers, holistic alternatives, shop for jewelry, handmade items, crystals, skin care and more.

Attend free classes, speakers, meditations, channeling, several DIY workshops and more. Get tickets for a special event with keynote speaker Hay House author Dr. Darren Weissman, and special guest John Desouza, an expert on the paranormal.

Attendees can purchase a two-day pass for the entire weekend.

Location: 1551 Thoreau Dr. N., Schaumburg. For advance Expo and special event tickets, visit HolisticHealthAndSpiritualExpo.com or hhase.com. See ad on page 9 and at NAChicago.com.

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Location: 3733 N. Southport, Chicago. For more information or to obtain tickets, visit MontyAndRose.net.

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idewin mascot Woodsy Owl will turn 50 on September 15, and amateur photographers can enter to win a chance at seeing their work adorn the cover of the 2022 Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie Conservation Education Schedule booklet. Entries for the Woodsy Owl & Friends 50th Birthday Photo Contest and Mobile App Challenge are being accepted through August 31.

iNaturalist is a free smartphone app for iOS and Android. Each participant can enter up to four photos of native Illinois prairie species—owls, pollinators, plants and more— with information about the species pictured to the “Woodsy Owl and Friends” Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie database. Photos should be named using this format: category - initials - title or subject. Each photo, which must be accompanied by a completed and signed U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service consent form, can only be entered in one category.

The first 30 contributors will receive a Woodsy Owl smartphone cover and handle.

Finalists will be announced at a virtual Woodsy Owl 50th Birthday Party at 6 p.m., September 15.

Consent form available at bit.ly/9152021. To register for the virtual birthday party, email SM.FS.Midewin_RSVP@usda.gov. For more information, visit iNaturalist.org.

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onty and Rose, a new documentary film about the endangered Great Lakes Piping Plovers that have nested at Chicago’s Montrose Beach the past three summers, will make its debut with a pair of screenings at 1 p.m., September 4, and 2:30 p.m., September 6, at the Music Box Theatre.

The film is written and directed

by Bob Dolgan, a past board member of the Chicago Ornithological Society and author of the This Week in Birding newsletter. Music is by local indie favorites Congress of Starlings and San Diego ska pioneers Spy Kids.

These are the first Piping Plovers to successfully nest in Chicago since 1948. The film tells the story of how the birds took up residence on one of the busiest stretches of the busiest beach in Chicago. Subjects interviewed include advocates that spoke out when a music festival was scheduled within feet of the plovers’ nesting site.

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he Atelier is providing custom fashion production and design services beginning this month at 455 Roger Williams Avenue, in the Ravinia neighborhood of Highland Park. The multi-talented husband and wife team of Nana Okazaki Plotkin and Noah Plotkin also offer alterations along with consultations and workshops.

Originally from Tokyo, she is an experienced pattern maker, seamstress and fashion designer with a focus on creating contemporary women’s wear, men’s wear, children’s clothing and unique accessories for the Ravinia business district community and the greater North Shore.

The Atelier is a destination for people seeking one-of-a-kind pieces, customized clothing and tailoring, including alterations to vintage clothing, repurposing fabrics and family heirlooms. Clients can create exquisite dresses and accessories for casual or formal wedding parties, bar/bat mitzvahs, proms or other special occasions.

Due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns, reservations are required for consultation.

If customers don’t have a mask, one will be provided. For more information, email NanaOPlotkin@gmail.com or visit NanaOkazakiPlotkin.com. See ad on page 13 and in the Business Directory at NAChicago.com.

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Zyto Scan Provides a Digital Body Analysis

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ellness Empowered features Zyto Scan services in Northbrook. The practice is offering one complementary session of the modality with the purchase of a cell well-being digital hair analysis through August 31.

Zyto technology doesn’t identify, diagnose or treat any disease or medical condition, but is able to detect energetic shifts in the body’s meridian system as it relates to food and nutrition, as well as many thousands of environmental stressors like chemicals, metals, electromagnetic frequencies, radiation, pesticides, viruses, bacteria, parasites, mold and fungus. Identifying the root cause of functional imbalances enables practitioners to efficiently and effectively detoxify, drain, balance and support the body systems.

Owner Mary Veltri says, “For the last 15 years, Zyto Corporation has been a leader in the field of biocommunication, and has created a versatile program that can provide practitioners with valuable information about their clients. Utilizing an expansive database of ‘virtual items’ and the proven technology of galvanic skin response, the same technology used in lie detectors and biofeedback, Zyto technology serves as an interface between the computer and the human body.”

Location: 2177 Shermer Rd., Northbrook. For more information and to make an appointment, call 847-963-6094. See ad on page 25, in the Community Resource Guide and in the Business Directory at NAChicago.com.

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reggory Ludwig has joined the ThriveMD team as the new practice director. He says, “I have been in medical management for over 20 years, and I’ve never been more excited to be in the field than I am right now. I am very excited about the opportunity to work in a field where optimal health and well-being are being addressed at such a foundational level. It is so much more than merely treating symptoms. True health and well-being is about addressing a person as a whole, looking at underlying causes and conditions and working with treatment options that restore the body to its optimal condition, positioning themselves to really be on the preventive side by strengthening their immune system.

“Dr. Seaman has put together an incredible team of caring providers and staff and combined that with the most comprehensive list of functional medicine treatment modalities under one roof that I have ever seen.”

Greggory Ludwig Location: 1355 Remington Rd., Ste I, Schaumburg. For more information and appointments, call 312-600-5070 or visit ThriveMD.com. See ad on page 5, in the Community Resource Guide and in the Business Directory at NAChicago.com.

New Book on Gut Health Wins Award

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eter Kozlowski, M.D., author of Unfunc Your Gut: A Functional Medicine Guide, the 2021 International Book Award winner for best book in diet and nutrition, includes a clear-cut plan to healing the gut, successful case studies and more than 50 recipes. The research-based fusion of his own insights and mind-body wisdom acquired through the experience of addiction recovery and treating patients in his clinical practice provides clear answers amidst a sea of contradictory, online, nutritional information.

Kozlowski works with food sensitivities, hormone imbalances, detoxing from toxic chemicals such as heavy metals and mold, and most importantly, mental, emotional and spiritual health. He guides readers to boost the immune system, heal the gut and unlock mental, emotional and spiritual health. The doctor trained with Dr. Mark Hyman, Dr. Deepak Chopra and Dr. Susan Blum, and works with patients via telemedicine and in person at his practice in Elk Grove Village.

Location: 92 Turner Ave., Elk Grove Village. For more information or to make an appointment, call 847-626-5758 or visit Doc-Koz.com. See ad in the Community Resource Guide and in the Business Directory at NAChicago.com.

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e Market is now serving breakfast, including oatmeal, tacos and burritos, egg sandwiches and smoothie bowls from 6:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The plant-based (vegan), fresh, organic market offers gourmet comfort foods that promote wellness and a healthy lifestyle.

In addition to the packaged foods and groceries, Be Market provides a one-of-a-kind juice cleanse and detox program (three to 30 days) that includes key superfoods and wild crafted herbs that are ideal in resetting the system for enhanced energy, brain clarity, optimal performance, weight loss and anti-inflammation.

It’s a cozy place in the heart of Lake Bluff to shop, enjoy a glass of wine or beer and meet people in a fun environment. The shop’s feel is relaxed, and the lighting is soft and low energy.

Location: 24 E. Scranton, Lake Bluff. For more information, call 224 436-8330 or visit BeMarketLB.com. See ad in the Community Resource Guide and in the Business Directory at NAChicago.com.

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She specifically formulated a parasite and worm formula containing all organic herbs such as black walnut, wormwood, hyssop, cascara sagrada, skullcap, cloves, mullein, marshmallow and slippery elm for a 21-day detox program. It has been used for toxin removal, parasites, worms and candida (yeast), regulates bowels, helps with irritable bowel syndrome and brings energy (food digests and assimilates better).

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Morton Arboretum Breaks Ground on New Garden

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he Morton Arboretum, in Lisle, has begun construction of a lush, colorful, new, two-acre Grand Garden and gathering space in preparation for its centennial celebration in 2022. A reimagination of the Hedge Garden, created in 1934, it will honor the historical view and layout of the earlier garden in a transformed setting showcasing the beauty and diversity of plants. The $15 million garden will be funded with philanthropic gifts covering capital costs and endowment funding for its continued care and maintenance.

“The Grand Garden will become a new centerpiece of the Arboretum guest experience—it will be a must-see destination,” says President and CEO Gerard T. Donnelly, Ph.D. “It will appeal to the public’s appetite for beauty and experience with colorful plantings, delightful water features and spaces designed for celebration and joy in a gorgeous outdoor landscape garden.”

Location: 4100 Illinois Rte. 53, Lisle. For more information, visit MortonArb.org.

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Eat Produce to Lower Stress and Heart Disease

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Omega-3 fatty acids have previously been linked to better heart, brain, eye and joint health, and a new large-scale analysis published in Nature Communications suggests that omega-3s from oily fish may also extend lifespan. Researchers reviewed pooled data from 17 studies of 42,466 people that were followed an average of 16 years. Those that had the highest amount of fish-based omega-3s in their blood—at the 90th percentile—had a 13 percent lower risk for death than people with omega-3 levels in the 10th percentile.

The risk of dying from cardiovascular disease was 15 percent lower and from cancer 11 percent lower. The blood levels of alpha-linolenic acid omega-3s obtained from plant-based sources like nuts and flaxseed did not show a conclusive link to lower mortality.

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reports a new study from Finland’s University of Turku.

Researchers collected stool samples from 7,055 Finnish adults around 50 years old and followed them for 15 years. They found that greater numbers of bacteria from the Enterobacteria family increase the risk of death from cancer, respiratory disorders and gastrointestinal disease. “Many bacterial strains that are known to be harmful were among the Enterobacteria predicting mortality, and our lifestyle choices can have an impact on their amount in the gut,” says study co-author Teemu Niiranen.

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People needing a push to eat more fruits and vegetables might be motivated by two new studies from Australia’s Edith Cowan University. Studying data from 8,600 Australians between the ages of 25 and 91, researchers found people that ate at least 470 grams (about two cups) of fruits and vegetables per day had 10 percent lower stress levels compared to those that ate less than half that amount.

“Vegetables and fruits contain important nutrients such sommai/AdobeStock.com as vitamins, minerals, flavonoids and carotenoids that can reduce inflammation and oxidative stress, and therefore improve mental well-being,” says lead author Simone Radavelli-Bagatini.

In a second study based on 23 years of data on 50,000 Danes, researchers found that those that consumed one cup each day of the most nitrate-rich vegetables like leafy greens and beets had about a 2.5 mmHg lower systolic blood pressure and a 12 to 26 percent lower risk of peripheral artery disease, heart attacks, strokes and heart failure. Eating more than one cup daily didn’t increase the benefits, they found, and blending greens into smoothies (but not pulp-destroying juicing) is a good option for increasing intake.

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Soil Regulators Soft on Pesticide Use Pesticides cause significant harm to earthworms and thousands of other vital subterranean species. These invertebrates, nemadmitry kovalchuk/AdobeStock.com todes, bacteria and fungi filter water, recycle nutrients and help regulate the planet’s temperature. The most comprehensive review ever conducted on how pesticides affect soil health, published in the journal Frontiers in Environmental Science, reveals that beneath fields of monoculture crops, a toxic soup of insecticides, herbicides and fungicides is wreaking havoc on the ecosystem.

The study recommends changes in how regulatory agencies like the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) assess the risks posed by the nearly 850 approved pesticide ingredients. Presently, regulators ignore pesticide harm to earthworms, springtails, beetles and many other subsoil critters. The EPA relies on one insect, the European honeybee, to represent the thousands of species that live or develop underground. The ongoing escalation of pesticide-intensive agriculture and pollution are major driving factors in the precipitous decline of many soil organisms that are critical to maintaining healthy soils. This contamination has been identified as the most significant driver of soil biodiversity loss in the last decade.

More than 30 percent of the world’s 1,500 or so cactus species are threatened with extinction, and criminal scavengers are primarily to blame. A 2020 seizure by authorities in Italy yielded more than 1,000 of some of the rarest cactuses in the world, valued at more than $1.2 million on the black market.

Some were over 100 years old.

President of the Association for Biodiversity and Conservation Andrea Cattabriga helps police identify specimens taken from tourists or intercepted in the mail. He says, “Here is an organism that has evolved over millions of years to be able to survive in the harshest conditions you can find on the planet, but that finishes its life in this way, just as an object to be sold.” Trafficking can take a serious toll because many species are highly localized and often extremely slow-growing, thus quite sensitive to over-harvesting.

Cactuses and other succulents have become popular on social media, promoted by indoor plant influencers for their unusual appearance and minimal care requirements.

The pandemic has increased their popularity, with shops unable to keep some species in stock. Sales of legally sourced plants could help offset illegal trade, with the proceeds going directly to communities living alongside the plants, creating an incentive to protect them.

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UN Methane Report Faults Big Meat and Big Dairy The United Nations Environment Programme and the Climate and Clean Air Coalition have released a Global Methane Assessment of emissions from fossil fuels, agriculture and waste management. With livestock contributing 32 percent of the methane footprint, the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy (IATP) stresses the need to regulate and mitigate methane emissions from global meat and dairy companies. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has also identified the factory farm system of hog and dairy operations with liquified manure lagoon systems as responsible for rising methane emissions related to agriculture.

IATP European Director Shefali Sharma says, “Disappointingly, the assessment calls for more technological fixes such as feed additives and biodigesters to reduce agriculture’s methane footprint, rather than addressing the core of the problem. Untenable growth of animals in the food chain is spurred on by a powerful meat and dairy industry that bears no costs for this environmental debacle, but passes it on to farmers and consumers.” The report provides evidence that a new policy framework accounting for the factory farm system’s emissions and aiding a transition to more scale-appropriate agroecological systems of animal production that will be less harmful to people and the climate is needed, according to Ben Lilliston, IATP director of climate strategies.

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Superfund Mine-Polluted Stream Restorations See Success Large investments have been made to clean up acid drainage into streams and rivers polluted by toxic metals from abandoned mining sites. A new study published in Freshwater Science based on long-term monitoring data from four U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Superfund sites in California, Colorado, Idaho and Montana shows that cleanup efforts can allow affected streams to recover to near natural conditions within 10 to 15 years after abatement work begins.

David Herbst, a research scientist at UC Santa Cruz and co-author of the paper, says, “The good news from them all is that Superfund investments can restore the water quality and ecological health of the streams.” Researchers combined data from long-term monitoring during periods of 20 years or more using aquatic insects and other diverse invertebrate life such as flatworms and snails as indicators of the restoration of ecological health, with nearby unpolluted streams as standards for comparison. Much of the recovery occurred within the first few years of treatment. Herbst says that the promising results suggest that even daunting environmental problems can be remedied.

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The MCI is part of Textile Exchange’s Corporate Fiber & Materials Benchmark program, enabling companies to measure, manage and integrate a strategy for using preferred fiber and materials in their operations. With a goal of 45 percent reduced CO2 emissions from textile fiber and material production by 2030, Textile Exchange is pushing for urgent climate action. This year, they are launching an insights report, leaderboard and dashboard (TextileExchange.org/2030-climate-plus) to provide a comprehensive analysis of the state of the industry and determine ways to work with the data.

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It’s no fun fending off uninvited airborne guests at the family cookout, but bloodthirsty bugs are an inevitable part of summer. Mosquitoes aren’t just an annoyance; they can carry infectious diseases like West Nile and Zika viruses, so it’s important to know the best ways to keep them at bay.

Sprays containing the chemical DEET—developed by the U.S. Army after World War II and made commercially available in 1957—have long been the go-to option for mosquito repellent. DEET sprays came under scrutiny after isolated reports of seizures; these were subsequently dismissed as involving “off label” applications such as ingesting DEET (it’s best not to drink bug juice). DEET can occasionally cause a rash or skin irritation; however, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have both deemed DEET sprays as generally safe and effective for both adults and kids as young as two months. DEET also breaks down quickly in the environment, posing minimal danger to wildlife.

For outdoor lovers seeking a more natural bug repellent, one formula performs as well as DEET at stopping mosquitoes and even better at repelling ticks: products containing oil of lemon eucalyptus extract, which contains the naturally occurring compound para-menthane-3,8-diol (PMD), a byproduct of the leaves of Corymbia citriodora tree. In a study published in the Journal of Insect Science in 2015, researchers from New Mexico State University found that it deterred mosquitoes for up to six hours, unlike largely ineffective candles, bracelets and ultrasonic devices.

The PMD compound differs from lemon-eucalyptus essential oil, so look specifically for repellents containing PMD, found at most outdoors sports stores and major retailers. Lemon-eucalyptus essential oil itself is also sometimes touted as a natural mosquito deterrent, but like other essential oils like clove or citronella, the limited protection it offers is short-lived, as their volatile compounds evaporate quickly. While DIY insect repellents made from essential oils smell wonderful and are easy to make, they can also irritate the skin at higher concentrations and in some cases, such as clove oil, be toxic to pets. Products containing essential oils are also not registered by the EPA, and therefore not tested for efficacy.

Products containing Picaridin, a chemical modeled on black pepper, also have proven to be as effective as DEET. Picaridin-based products are better at deterring mosquitoes from landing than DEET, and are less oily and strong-smelling.

The percentage of DEET or Picaridin in a product determines how long it protects, with higher concentrations providing longer protection with fewer reapplications. Those benefits taper off at 30 percent DEET and 20 percent Picaridin.

Covering up with long sleeves and spraying clothes, not just skin, with insect repellent will help keep skeeters at arm’s length and also help keep off ticks.

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he 28th Trinity Health Freedom Expo will take place in person on October 2 and 3 at the Tinley Park Convention Center, in Tinley Park, and virtually in February 2022. Participants can experience interactive panel discussions, hands-on workshops, product demonstrations and visit with many wellness-related businesses. The exhibit hall will showcase businesses and products in the health industry, including nutritional support, essential oils, beauty products and personal wellness tools. In addition, each guest will receive a complimentary gift bag filled with product samples, valuable coupons and informational brochures.

With both live and online events, the 2021 Trinity Health Freedom Expo now truly has worldwide accessibility. No matter where people reside, anyone can participate in the 2021 Expo. The goal is to educate individuals so they can be an example in their community, because empowered people build healthy communities. Whether an attendee is a practitioner looking to better care for clients, a parent wanting to make the safest choices for their family or

an individual that wants to live a holistic lifestyle, this event can connect them with the resources to reach their goals.

The Health Freedom Expo defends your right to know and freedom to choose. ~ Dr. Wendell Whitman, Trinity Health Freedom Expo founder (1942-2008)

Unrestricted access to a variety of healthcare options is the cornerstone of health freedom. Dr. Wendell Whitman created the Health Freedom Expo in 2005 to provide a platform for naturally minded individuals to come together to learn about holistic living and how to take control of their health care. He wanted the Expo to provide a community filled with leaders, specialists and other people working together to advance the health freedom movement and protect our liberties. To this end, more than 45 expert speakers and 75 natural health businesses will provide accurate and relevant information at the Expo.

This direct interaction with experts allows for personal conversation to get in-depth answers to important health questions.

This year, in addition to traditional themes of health freedom and holistic living, the Expo will focus on the importance of mental health and ways to increase emotional well-being naturally. The Health Freedom Panel, featuring Jonathan Emord, Diane Miller and Scott McKay, is scheduled for October 2 at 2 p.m. This team will provide multiple perspectives as legal experts and proponents of personal liberty help understand our rights and learn how to maintain them. The Mental Health Panel, with Dr. Caroline Leaf, Nancy Guberti and Dr. Todd Frisch, will take place on October 3 at 2 p.m. These health specialists will answer questions and provide steps to improve mental health as one of the cornerstones of holistic living. Both panels are moderated

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A highlight of the Trinity Health Freedom Expo is a private symposium on October 2 at 6 p.m., with Dr. Caroline Leaf, a world-renowned neuroscientist and bestselling author who describes anxiety, depression and toxic thinking as “mental mess”. At the private symposium, she will share her research and teach how to improve brain function through a process known as mind-management to help clean up mental mess. Participants will enjoy a provided dinner, experience fellowship and learn the action steps to apply mind-management to their own lives.

Admission to the Expo is $50 for the weekend or $30 for a single day. Add the virtual Trinity Health Freedom Expo on Feb. 26 and 27, 2022, for $10 to access the recorded speaker presentations and interactive exhibit hall. The private symposium is $50, and attendance at the Expo is required. For more information or to register, call 888-658-3976 or visit TrinityHealthFreedomExpo.com. See ad on page 11 and at NAChicago.com.

Julie Whitman Kline, the daughter of Dr. Wendell Whitman, is president and CEO of Trinity School of Natural Health and the producer of the Trinity Health Freedom Expo.

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THINK YOURSELF HAPPY Seven Ways to Change Your Mind and Be Happier

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hat is happiness? Aristotle pondered it, our country’s founders encouraged its pursuit, but only now— thanks to the thriving field of Positive Psychology—have we learned more precisely how to attain and sustain it. In thousands of studies in the last two decades, researchers have watched babies share crackers, put Tibetan monks in brain scanners, asked college students to do kind deeds and explored databases, among other strategies. A major finding has emerged: Happiness is, to a great degree, in our own hands—or more exactly, our own minds.

“You get to choose,” says trailblazing researcher Barbara Fredrickson, author of Positivity and Love 2.0 and a professor at the University of North Carolina. “No matter where your river of emotions flows today, over time and with continued effort and attention, you can change its course and location to live a happier, more positive life.” Using advanced brain imaging technology, neuroscientists and psychologists have discovered that the brain is “plastic” and malleable. When we change our thinking and actions in positive ways, brain neurons start rewiring themselves to make newfound happiness settle in, especially if our practices are repetitive.

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scientist Andrew Newberg, who has authored 10 books on the brain, emotions and spirituality, including Words Can Change Your Brain. “For those changes to become more fully ingrained, it can take a few months, but it does not necessarily require hours a day for many years.”

A change in thinking shifted the behavior and life of John Peterson, a sales manager at a major West Coast auto retailer and editor of SafeDriveGear.com. “I was unhappy and miserable, so I decided to give gratitude a shot,” he recalls. “It was mechanical to start, but the reactions I got turned into a domino effect.” Instead of giving cursory thanks, he praised a co-worker’s kindness in handing him a daily cup of coffee; now they chat about their families. Instead of “keeping myself to myself,” he offered to help a neighbor he barely knew to clean gutters; now they’re “barbecue besties,” he says, adding, “I was kind of blown away at the incredible effect gratitude had on my life, both in improving my mental health and boosting my relationships. It was a real revelation to me!”

Positive psychologists offer two major approaches: adopting habits that encourage happiness and clearing away the mental debris that blocks it. Many books and websites offer a wide range of theories, techniques and tips. “The most effective practices for you

are the ones that you enjoy and are willing to do more often,” says Tchiki Davis, Ph.D., a Psychology Today blogger and founder of The Berkeley Well-Being Institute. The following are research-based methods to enhance happiness:

for a three-to-one ratio of 1Aim positive to negative experiences

The difference between languishing and flourishing, says Fredrickson in her book Positivity, is constructing a life in which heartfelt positive experiences outnumber the negatives by three to one. Positive experiences that flow from feelings such as gratitude, serenity, hope, awe and love can be as simple as exchanging smiles with a passerby, patting a friend on the back, joking with a cashier, picking up something that someone has dropped or planting a kiss on a son’s head. She emphasizes that the experiences must be authentic and heartfelt: acting “Pollyanna-ish” out of habit or pasting on a smile can actually make us feel worse, and positivity can turn toxic if it’s relentlessly turned on 100 percent of the time.

“True happiness is not rigid and unchanging,” she says.

When it comes to marriage, five positive interactions for every negative one is the “magic ratio” that makes it happy and stable, according to studies by renowned relationship psychologist John Gottman, author of What Makes Love Last. “Successful long-term relationships are created through small words, small gestures and small acts,” he writes.

away pain by 4Clear questioning assumptions

negativity by 2 Flip reframing experiences

Of our estimated 12,000 to 60,000 thoughts per day, about 80 percent are negative and 95 percent are repetitive, says the National Science Foundation. Those noisy mental loops dampen our spirits by repetitively telling us that something regretful should not have happened in the past or is going to happen to blight the future.

Few worries have real credence: A Cornell University study found that 85 percent of what people worry about never happens. Of the 15 percent of worries that did happen, 79 percent of people found they handled the problem better than they had expected or that they learned a valuable lesson from it. Cognitive behavioral therapists help clients to examine those beliefs and assumptions, challenge the dysfunctional ones and try out different interpretations to uncover the truth.

Victor Blue, a Tampa transportation engineer, examined his difficult relationship with a tyrannical father by asking himself two questions that spiritual teacher and author Byron Katie suggests applying to any painful thought: “Is it true? Can you absolutely know it’s true?” Self-inquiring deeply, Blue realized he had a distorted view: His father had in fact loved him, but had lacked the capacity to show it with warmth or tenderness. “My father started with very little and saw a tough world and treated everyone tough,” he says. “And I came to realize that yes, I am able to father myself.”

the inner critic 3 Defuse with caring self-talk

the heart by 5Open deepening gratitude

Positive reframing involves shifting misery-making thinking to see the positive side of any situation. Canadian researchers reported in a 340-person survey at APA PsycNet that during the pandemic, reframing was the most effective mental health strategy; people practicing it gradually felt better, while people that vented, distracted themselves or disengaged from others fared worse.

Reframing strategies include viewing a problem as a challenge, a learning opportunity or a way to help others; finding the higher purpose or divine order in a bad situation; exploring what the unexpected benefits might be; and finding humor in a situation.

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Another way to handle the inner critic is to transform it by befriending and chatting with it, a method used in voice dialogue therapy and in the Internal Family Systems approach. Jackie Graybill, a Seattle songwriter and piano teacher, calls her “mean girl” inner critic Brutista Dynasticus. “I’ll find myself responding to an inner thought like, ‘You look fat. Just how much weight have you gained over COVID?!’ with a recognition like, ‘Oh, Brutista, that wasn’t very nice. I may have some extra pounds, but this healthy body has gotten me through a freaking pandemic! Show a little respect, okay?’ This quiets her down because I’ve recognized her and addressed her, and I feel an inner sense of victory because I’ve brought a positive truth to bear. It’s a very empowering practice.”

Berating ourselves for our shortcomings is a sure route to suffering, but applying self-compassion powerfully lowers the volume.

It involves three elements: treating ourselves as kindly as we would a dear friend; realizing that making mistakes is intrinsically human so we’re not alone; and non-judgmentally facing our emotions without denying or indulging them, according to its major theorist, psychologist Kristin Neff, author of Self-Compassion: Stop Beating Yourself Up and Leave Insecurity Behind. Numerous studies show that people that practice self-compassion have less self-doubt and fewer negative thoughts, are less likely to feel anxious or depressed, enjoy better health and relationships and are more resilient and motivated to change.

Perhaps the most popular and direct approach to happiness is gratitude.

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Well-Being Basics Besides using mental strategies, choosing happiness involves taking daily actions that enhance our well-being, as studies demonstrate.

Eat a happy-making diet A gut-wisdom axis may exist. People with a greater diversity of the gut microbiome—the mark of a healthy diet—had higher levels of wisdom, compassion and social support, and lower levels of loneliness than people with less diverse microbiomes, University of California San Diego scientists reported in Frontiers in Psychiatry. A study of 12,000 Australians found that the more they increased their fruit and vegetable intake over a seven-year period, the happier and more satisfied with life they became. Eating eight servings a day was as happiness-producing as going from being unemployed to employed.

Exercise even a little Whether it’s lunges or sun salutations, movement lifts us up. In a review of 23 published studies involving half a million people published in The Journal of Happiness Studies, University of Michigan researchers found strong evidence that any kind of exercise increases happiness; even as little as 10 minutes a day raises spirits. People that exercise at least 30 minutes on most days are about 30 percent happier than those that don’t exercise.

Go for the doze Surveys show that getting enough sleep is the most influential factor in how people rate their daily mood, with good sleepers more likely to rate their life as happier overall. A University of California, Berkeley, study found that inadequate sleep makes our brains 60 percent more reactive to negative stimuli; in other words, being tired makes us grouchy.

Love a lot A landmark study that began in 1938 and followed 724 Harvard students and working-class Boston youth for 80 years found that fame and achievements didn’t make them truly happy—warm, loving relationships with their family, friends and community did. In a 2020 study, Pennsylvania State University researchers found that simply becoming aware of daily experiences of “felt love”, defined as “micro-moments when you experience resonance with someone,” increases those heartwarming episodes and improves well-being.

Do good deeds Performing five acts of kindness one day a week, such as helping a friend with a task, writing a thank-you email or donating blood, had a more powerful and long-lasting effect on college students’ happiness than spreading five good deeds over a week, reports University of California, Riverside, researchers. A four-year study of 13,000 retirees found that those volunteering more than two hours per week were happier, more optimistic and less lonely and depressed than people that never volunteered.

Be nurtured by nature After walking in a natural setting, people ruminated less and showed increased activity in the subgenual prefrontal cortex, an area of the brain that lowers depression and anxiety, Stanford researchers found. In one study, people watching five minutes of Planet Earth felt 46 percent more awe and 31 percent more gratitude than people watching the news or a comedy show. Biological diversity also matters: European scientists found that an additional 10 percent of bird species in an area increases residents’ life enjoyment as much as a 10 percent increase in their income.

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had fewer doctor visits than those writing about aggravations. Writing a thank-you letter to someone we haven’t appreciated enough in the past can induce a sense of well-being that lasts for at least six months, a University of Pennsylvania study found.

Gratitude can be cultivated simply by daily journaling; writing a list every few days often works even better, research indicates. The more concrete the items are and the more freshly observed, the better: Rather than, “I’m grateful for my daughter,” it might be, “I’m grateful for my daughter because she made me laugh at breakfast by making a funny face.”

Some people kick off their day by writing two thank-you emails; others find creative ways to fold gratitude into relationships.

During the pandemic, Nadia Charif, a San Jose-based wellness and health advisor at Coffeeble.com, shared with her boyfriend a note-taking phone app in which they wrote the ways they appreciated each other during the day. “Somehow, no matter how frayed our nerves were, we remembered the last lovely entry and melted like ice to water,” she says. “It diffused many arguments before they escalated.”

Quiet the noisy mind with 6 meditation, prayer and mindfulness Using functional magnetic resonance imaging, Newberg and other neuroscientists studied meditating Buddhist monks, prayerful Catholic nuns and mindfulness meditators. They found that each practice has its own distinctive pattern of brain activity, yet all three deactivate the brain regions that underlie mind chatter. That “default mode network” is constantly ruminating, nagging and making sure we avoid trouble. Sustained spiritual practices gradually turn down its everyday volume, which may explain in part the well-documented link between spiritual practices and well-being. Even brief meditations can have a quieting effect, counsels New York City psychologist and mindfulness teacher Loch Kelly, author of Shift into Freedom. In a quiet moment, he suggests, “Ask yourself, ‘What is here right now if there is no problem to solve?’”

up others with 7 Lift a positive outlook

The more we give with a full heart, the more happiness we experience, studies show—and the benefits radiate far beyond ourselves. Following nearly 5,000 people over 20 years, Harvard researchers found that one person’s happiness triggers a chain reaction up to three degrees away, lifting the spirits not only of friends, but friends’ friends, and their friends’ friends’ friends. Effects can last up to one year. It’s a vital way to help the world, says Fredrickson. “The happiness that you experience together with others has ripple effects, both biological and behavioral, that make whole communities healthier.”

Health writer Ronica O’Hara can be reached at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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oing back to school can be anxiety-provoking under normal circumstances, and the challenges of the past year may bring additional stress. Students are adapting a new routine, learning in different formats and perhaps meeting teachers and peers in person for the first time. Dr. Meena Malhotra, MD is the medical director at Heal n Cure, an integrative facility in Glenview that specializes in functional medicine. She says that holistically reducing anxiety and promoting happiness starts with a healthy gut, and people of all ages can benefit from proactively optimizing their gut function to manage stress.

nutrients and phytonutrients that help support optimize cellular function. Micronutrients such as minerals, vitamins and herbs are used to help support the body in detoxification. Macronutrients like protein and healthy fat should be consumed with every meal to provide the building blocks for the NT.

What is the connection between the brain and the gut?

The gut is the center of how every system in the body functions. Most neurotransmitters (NT) or their precursors are made in the gut. GABA is one of the most important calming NTs, which helps reduce anxiety, stress and muscle tension, and improve sleep and mood. When the gut is out of sync, our physiological, emotional and intellectual regulators are all thrown off.

Supporting a healthy and balanced intestinal microbial community is essential for the integrity of our overall health. Eating whole foods including lentils, nuts and whole grains supplies the macronutrients you need for energy and fiber to facilitate regular digestion. Fruits and vegetables are nutrient-dense and contain the prebiotics, probiotics, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory 26

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What are some signs the gut is not working properly?

We live in such a fast-paced society and often don’t pay attention to what our bodies are telling us. Eating too quickly or on the go can contribute to poor digestion and the body not being in balance. This affects us physically, as well as emotionally. I encourage people to start with a self-assessment to establish their baseline health and needs. If they are experiencing symptoms such as fatigue, foggy brain, diarrhea or constipation,

bloating, cravings, allergies and eczema, those are indications that the system isn’t in homeostasis. In the clinic, we can do blood and urine tests for biomarkers that indicate areas of imbalance. When the gut is off, it affects the way we respond or react to stress. For example, if a student is worried about a test, it is normal to experience anxiety. A healthy level of anxiety will lead to a response where student would spend extra time studying and feel better prepared for the test. If the body isn’t producing the right GABA, the student is more likely to experience debilitating stress and the inability to concentrate, sleep or think, which is a pathological response to anxiety and a sign that you need help in restoring the gut/ brain axis.

How can parents support students returning to school?

Children learn by example, and the practices they see in their household growing up can have a lasting impression. If parents eat a variety of whole, nourishing food, children will pick up the same habits and learn to incorporate it into their own meals.

It’s tempting to want to shower students going away to college with care packages that contain sugary comfort food, but aim instead to include wholesome treats like nut flour cookies or homemade trail mix.

Nut allergies are common with children, and parents should be proactive in offering other kinds of healthy fats, including seeds, coconut, fatty fish and seafood to ensure they have the proper nutrients to regulate their emotions. This also gets them experimenting with different foods and broadens their palate.

What else can students do to ensure their holistic health?

Late-night studying and packed schedules can wreak havoc on the whole body, but especially the gut. When you sleep, your body goes into “rest and digest” mode and that is when the body heals and restores.

I encourage people of every age to make restful, restorative sleep a priority for their overall wellness. Exercise is an important

tool for managing stress and anxiety, but it does not necessarily have to be 30 minutes of aerobic activity or taking part in a sport. Studies show that regular movement through NEAT, or non-exercise activity thermogenesis, can be equally impactful.

Kids can increase their activity by walking to school, raking leaves, cleaning the house or playing Frisbee. In some cases, supplements can help support gut health and overall wellness.

Heal n Cure uses a specialized line of supplements called Vital Dose, which is a customized combination of medicinal herbs, minerals, vitamins and fatty acids for good health. Because Vital Dose is formulated based upon a patient’s unique biochemistry, there is a targeted response and much improved tolerance. And if students do feel down, overwhelmed or anxious, it’s important to talk to someone about how they are feeling. Most schools have a social worker available and students can also reach out to a mentor, coach, counselor or other trusted adult to get the support they need.

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are needing support or are feeling overwhelmed or concerned, they can always talk to you to work through the issue together,” she says.

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fter a year dealing with the ups and downs of pandemic-era schooling, many parents are anticipating their children’s return to school with mixed emotions.

“Families indeed have had a rough time in the pandemic, resulting in increased food insecurity, weakened social skills, splintered attention spans due to constant multitasking and arguments over screen time, yet many families also feel that they grew closer together as they coped with the adversity,” says Jenifer Joy Madden, author of How To Be a Durable Human.

As we wave our children off to classes, we can draw on those hard-won, deeper ties by taking steps to ensure our children’s health and well-being. Here are some suggested strategies:

Hold a family sit-down Meet as a group to talk about schedules and logistics to make sure everyone’s commitments will work together, recommends Erika Beckles Camez, Ph.D., a licensed family therapist in Temecula, California. “Talk as a family about how everyone feels about going back to school and intentionally tell your student that throughout the year if they 28

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“During the summer, bedtime tends to creep later and later. Two weeks before school starts, begin to reset bedtime by reversing the creep by 15 minutes every few nights,” suggests Amber Trueblood, a licensed marriage and family therapist in Culver City, California, and author of Stretch Marks. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children 6 to 12 years of age sleep nine to 12 hours a night and teenagers 13 to 18 sleep eight to 10 hours. Getting enough sleep, it advises, leads to “improved attention, behavior, learning, memory, emotional regulation, quality of life, and mental and physical health.” Sleep experts recommend not allowing kids to be on device screens beginning an hour before bedtime, and perhaps storing devices in another room.

Buoy them with breakfast According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, children that eat a complete breakfast have been shown to work faster, make fewer math mistakes and show improved concentration, alertness, comprehension and memory. “Get in the habit of a healthy breakfast that contains a mix of lean proteins, healthy fats and unrefined carbohydrates and fiber,” advises Amy

Children need healthy, whole-food, nutritious snacks after school to fuel both their bodies and their brain.

Spindel, a functional holistic nutritionist in Plano, Texas. “That might be something like eggs scrambled with spinach in olive oil; a smoothie with greens, coconut milk, nut butter, cherries and steamed cauliflower; or a small bowl of steel-cut oatmeal with berries and almond butter alongside some turkey sausage. These types of combinations help promote stable blood sugar until lunchtime, which means your child will be able to focus on learning and social interactions instead of their tummies.”

Satisfy them with healthy snacks There’s a metabolic reason students head straight for the fridge when they get home—but it’s best if they can’t grab sweets.

“Children need healthy, whole-food, nutritious snacks after school to fuel both their bodies and their brain,” says Uma Naidoo, M.D., a Harvard-based nutritional psychiatrist, professional chef and author of This Is Your Brain on Food. To support optimal brain development and help lower kids’ anxiety and hyperactivity levels, she suggests snacks rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins A, B12 and D, and iron and folate, such as:

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Take allergy precautions About one in 14 U.S. children has a food allergy. Anisha Angella, an early childhood specialist and author of Easing Allergy Anxiety in Children, recommends taking special precautions with an allergy-prone child, including frequent handwashing; carrying an EpiPen for sudden, severe reactions that require an epinephrine injection; and not sharing foods. “Connect with their teachers,” she advises. “They want to help in any way, too. When a child sees an adult that supports their allergy safety in all environments, they feel comfortable, and that lessens anxiety.”

“Readjusting from the pandemic will take patience and perseverance on the part of parents,” says Madden. “Having the family start simple wellness habits can help.”

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ummer is a season full of fresh produce, and many meals can be made directly with ingredients from the garden or a farmers’ market. The month of August is when tomatoes and cucumber are in full production in the garden, with a possible overflow of tomatoes in some areas this summer courtesy of the July rains. This salad combines the hydrating effect of cucumbers with the saltiness of olives, making this a crowd favorite for summer parties and backyard barbeques. We suggest using a vegetable spiralizer to slice the cucumber into veggies noodles to add some flair to this simple, summer Greek salad.

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Yield: Eight ¾-cup servings 5 large cucumbers 1 cup canned garbanzo beans, drained 2 cups cherry tomatoes 1 cup raw, pitted olives ½ cup finely minced parsley ½ red onion, diced Dressing Juice of 2 lemons ½ cup raw sesame tahini ¼ tsp pink himalayan salt 1 tsp balsamic vinegar

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Spiralize the cucumber into noodles and place them in a bowl. Cut or prepare remaining salad ingredients and place in the bowl.

For the dressing, blend all of the ingredients for 30 seconds on high and pour over salad.

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Brain Muffins

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very ingredient in these muffins is a powerhouse for brain health. Enjoy warm right out of the oven, store in the fridge and eat cold or reheat in the microwave. Not only is this a healthy muffin that doesn’t taste like cardboard, but it will keep you satiated for a long time, help you poop, give your cells nutrients to use and keep your taste buds happy.

Yield: 12 servings

Bake for 30 to 40 minutes. (Experiment with how you like them.)

After eating one warm, let them cool off and put the rest in the fridge for the rest of the week. Eat them cold or zap them for 30 seconds and serve with grass-fed butter or almond butter.

Preheat oven to 350º F. Mix dry ingredients together in a bowl.

In a separate bowl, mix wet ingredients using an immersion blender.

Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients.

Mix well.

Pour into greased or paper-lined muffin tins (can use a large ice cream scoop to put in individual cups). The batter is pretty wet looking at this point.

Jill Keenon is a nurse working in memory care, a certified brain health coach and a ReCODE practitioner who partners with functional medicine Dr. Jessica Montalvn at Mindwise Healthcare, in Northfield.

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1 cup flax meal ½ cup almond flour ½ cup millet flour or coconut flour ½ cup psyllium ¼ cup hemp seeds ¼ cup buckwheat flour or hazelnut flour 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda ½ tsp sea salt 3-4 ripe bananas (3 large or 4 medium) 2 free range eggs 1 cup organic, unsweetened applesauce ½ cup coconut oil, melted 1 cup organic blueberries (fresh or frozen)

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Water Sports for a Total Body Workout Cool Ways to Stay Fit this Summer

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hether it’s adrenaline-fueled kiteboarding or peaceful paddle boarding, getting active in the water helps to improve bone density, elevates mood and engages major muscle groups without stressing the joints. The highlight of a vacation might be rafting down a river, surfing at sunset or waterskiing on a mountain lake. Whether done regularly or occasionally, water sports offer a good workout disguised as play. While some water sports require a higher level of fitness, most are beginner-friendly and only require the willingness to try something new.

Core Adventures “Many lifelong skiers call waterskiing the fountain of youth.

My friends who are in their 70s, 80s and even 90s that still ski are living proof,” says pro water skier Corey Vaughn, owner of Bum Pass Water Ski Club, in Bumpass, Virginia. “Waterskiing is one of the best total body workouts on the planet, yet you are having so much fun it never feels like a workout.”

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stand up paddle boarder, it’s about trusting and working with the current: “Either rafting or paddling, our core has to engage way more than it would with other sports, and you’ll definitely notice the internal strength.” Based in Moab, Utah, Zollinger says that in only one week, paddling and kayaking produce noticeably more tone in the triceps and biceps, adding, “If you row boats, you’ll see the traps, shoulders and back muscles develop.”

Stand up paddle board (SUP) yoga on the water, although seemingly placid, challenges the abdominals and cultivates balance. Christy Naida Linson, yoga instructor and owner of Prana Yoga Center and Aligned Flow Floating Studio, in Denville, New Jersey, says, “Paddling is excellent exercise for the core, back, shoulders, arms and legs. Postures are done in relationship to the current of the water and recruit many of the smaller stabilizing muscles.”

Getting the Feet Wet SUP yoga is accessible to both new and experienced students that can swim and are comfortable in the water. All postures can be

modified to be done in positions lower to the board, such as kneeling, to make balancing easier. “A typical class is 90 minutes long and begins with instruction on land.

We go through paddle strokes and safety, how to get onto the board kneeling, transition to standing when feeling stable, paddle and stop,” says Linson. “The worst thing that happens if you lose your balance is that you go for a little swim!”

Fitness requirements for river rafting can vary, depending on the type of trip and location. “Usually a couple months of ‘stair-stepper’ and some squats and lunges will do the trick,” says Zollinger. When it comes to gear, commercial trips offer the most freedom, especially for beginners, she says. “Normally, commercial trips pack all the gear that you need for basic camping, and all you have to bring is your personal gear like clothes, toiletries, etc.”

Waterskiing can be a challenge, but learning is easier with proper instruction, optimal equipment, an experienced, skilled boat driver and positive encouragement. “People tell me about Uncle Fred just throwing them behind the boat with a couple of old skis, telling them to hang on tight and then gunning the boat. This is not what I would consider best practices,” says Vaughn. A typical lesson lasts about 30 minutes, involves six to eight passes up and down the lake and includes technical guidance on body positions and timing.

For optimal waterskiing, Vaughn prefers private lakes to avoid interruption in the rhythmic flow of skiing that can occur on busier lakes or bodies of saltwater due to boat traffic, winds, tides and currents.

Vaughn marvels when everything comes together; “There is nothing quite like the smile of a first-time skier when they get up [on their skis] and realize they are gliding across the water.”

In the end, water sports are all about embracing possibilities.“It is a genuine joy to see people who may be new or doubt their ability come away feeling empowered,” says Linson.

Zollinger passes on wisdom about time on the water. “The river continuously teaches me to be in the flow and appreciating the little things.”

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agnesium is an essential nutrient, but nearly half of the U.S. population does not get enough for good health. The recommended daily allowance for males ages 19 to 51 and over is 400 to 420 milligrams (mg), with an average actual intake of 350 mg, resulting in a 50 to 70 mg gap. The recommended daily allowance for females ages 19 to 51 is 310 to 320 mg, with an average actual intake of 260 mg, resulting in a 50 to 60 mg gap. Recommended daily allowance levels increase for females during pregnancy.

Magnesium is an important piece of the puzzle for a variety of enzymatic reactions in the body. These reactions provide a foundation for health. According to research, magnesium is also vital for making proteins, producing energy and building important bodily components like DNA and RNA.

Magnesium deficiency is associated with issues such as an unhealthy stress response, poor cardiovascular health, poor management of blood sugar levels, poor mood (feeling down and anxious) and fatigue. On the other hand, magnesium sufficiency is associated with health benefits such as reduced stress and better mood, increased fat-free mass, improved bone health and balanced, stabilized systems health.

There are a number of reasons why so many people do not get enough magnesium. First, American dietary choices rely heavily on processed (magnesium-poor) food over natural, plant-based (magnesium-rich) food. For those that do eat enough plant-based foods, the nutrient density of these foods is not what it used to be. According to research published in the Clinical Kidney Journal, changes in the soil (acidification, mineral depletion) and modern cultivation practices (selective breeding, chemical fertilizers) have promoted a trend

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of decreased nutrient content in plant foods—not just magnesium, but multiple nutrients.

Another issue is magnesium absorption. About 25 to 75 percent of dietary magnesium is absorbed—specific absorption rate depends on an individual’s magnesium status, gastrointestinal (GI) health and dose. Maximum absorption of magnesium is seen up to a dose of about 123 mg. Any additional amount of magnesium above this dose would see a minimal absorption rate, around 7 percent. This absorption rate creates a clear divide between whole food magnesium supplements (usually containing a modest dose of about 30 to 80 mg) and synthetic magnesium supplements (usually given at a relatively high dose of about 300 mg and above).

Above a certain threshold dose of magnesium (200 to 500 mg), adverse events like gastric distress (bloating, cramping, diarrhea and pain) may occur. The range at which GI issues can occur varies depending on the form of magnesium and a person’s individual GI health. At high doses of magnesium, the percent not absorbed increases the potential for GI side effects. It is also important to note that some GI conditions decrease the percent of magnesium absorption.

Whole foods like vegetables (beets, buckwheat, spinach, kale, parsley and potatoes), fruits, nuts, seeds, legumes and whole grain cereals, provide a rich source of magnesium. Combining whole food nutrition with whole food-based magnesium supplementation enables those deficient to achieve a healthier magnesium status and better overall health.

Nutrition therapy with whole food magnesium mimics the way the nutrient appears in nature (bound to organic and inorganic compounds such as other minerals, proteins and peptides) and maximizes the health benefits of improving magnesium status.

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ne in 10 women experiences depression at least once in their lifetime in the United States, according to a U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study. A majority of women are also unsatisfied with their bodies, especially when it comes to their periods, and premenstrual syndrome is so severe for some that it interferes with daily life. They miss work, school, social activities and have problems in relationships.

Estrogen plays a crucial role in women’s emotional health and well-being, and estrogen dominance may be the culprit behind mood swings and painful periods.

Estrogen helps control the cycles through childbearing and menopause, keeps cholesterol in check, affects mood and helps libido and sleep.

“It’s clear that estrogen is closely linked with women’s emotional well-being. Depression and anxiety affect women in their estrogen-producing years more often than men or postmenopausal women. Estrogen is also linked to mood disruptions that occur only in women—premenstrual syndrome, premenstrual dysphoric disorder and postpartum depression,” says Nivin Todd, M.D.

Estrogen dominance occurs when the body continually produces estrogen in excess compared to progesterone. Estrogen is supposed to be at its peak during the follicular phase, but only for a few days. If estrogen is dominant for a longer time, it can create further imbalances elsewhere.

Two or more of these symptoms may signify estrogen dominance: constant headaches or migraines; water retention and bloating; gaining weight in the lower body; ovarian cysts; oily hair and skin; fibroids; acne; polycystic ovary syndrome or endometriosis; tender and painful breasts; hair loss; random mood swings; heavy flow during periods; painful cramps before and during periods; or irregular periods.

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How to Balance Estrogen Begin a detox by eliminating certain foods and beverages and replacing them with healthier options that support the liver and kidneys. Avoiding foods high in processed fat, sugar and salt, and focusing more on fresh, whole foods rich in fiber helps the liver and kidneys not work so hard. Also, it

healthy period is or how it looks. Learning about menstruation more in-depth may help those suffering from pain and other uncomfortable symptoms that prevent many from enjoying life. Knowing the difference between a healthy period and not can truly help empower women to be advocates on their next doctor’s appointment.

Health is more than the food we eat.

It is also important to take stock in other areas of life where there is an imbalance.

Women, especially, take on too much. Take time to evaluate and make the appropriate adjustments. Focus on small changes for ensured success.

There is countless data that confirm what we already know—women are suffering. However, armed with knowledge, we can change that paradigm. Taking steps to balance hormones, reduce toxins and kick natural detox responses into gear may take some time. Always consult a doctor before implementing any changes. A doctor will more fully assess health and order labs for a woman’s hormone levels. Once on the way to hormonal balance, an improved menstrual cycle, women will feel like they can enjoy life again.

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is crucial that elimination means regularly having bowel movements and urination. It is important to note that detox does not imply a starvation diet or juicing—it is mostly about nourishing the body with healthy foods such as green, leafy vegetables (they are hormone helpers), onions/leeks and cruciferous veggies. The fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants in all vegetables help support good health and hormone balance.

The skin is the largest organ, and it’s a key player in the hormone and detoxification realm. Besides urine and stool, waste is excreted through sweat. Exercise, saunas and warm mineral baths are other good ways to induce healthy sweating. Reduce endocrine disruptors like plastics, pesticides, insecticides, fungicides, fertilizers, antibiotics and hormones. Beware of makeup and other items for the skin. Detergents may have endocrine-disrupting chemicals.

An easy swap is eco-friendly, natural detergents free from perfumes and dyes.

Think of menstruation as the fifth vital sign. It is an incredible, real-time health test.

The key is to know what it says about our current state of health. “Your period is an excellent hormonal self-evaluation tool. It’s like getting lab work done every month that gives you an immediate heads-up about any hormonal imbalances,” says Alisa Vitti in her book, In the FLO: Unlock Your Hormonal Advantage and Revolutionize Your Life. Most women don’t even know what a

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or some people, perfectly mowed lawns without a trace of a weed or an insect makes them proud, but they may not realize that this method of gardening and landscaping could be harming the local ecosystem and the important pollinators that we rely on to keep food and flowers reproducing.

Pollinators are the creatures that move pollen grains from the male anther of one plant to the female stigma of another, thereby

helping plants to produce seeds for the next generation. According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, these hard-working animals pollinate more than 75 percent of the world’s flowering plants and nearly 75 percent of our crops, including chocolate and coffee.

Without pollinators, say biologists, neither the human race nor the Earth’s ecosystems would survive.

Like many species, some pollinators are showing steady population declines, attributed in part to habitat loss and exposure to pesticides. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reports that grassy lawns occupy almost 2 percent of the total U.S. land mass, making grass the single largest irrigated crop in the country, which is why the way that people garden and maintain their landscapes can either harm or help pollinators.

Many people spending more time at home last year due to the pandemic did more gardening and maintaining of their own landscapes, often without realizing the significance and impact of their activities. “Now, for the first time in its history, gardening has taken on a role that transcends the needs of the gardener.

Like it or not, gardeners have become important players in the management of our nation’s wildlife,” writes Douglas Tallamy, an

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agriculture and natural resources professor at the University of Delaware, in his book Bringing Nature Home.

“Bees are what comes to mind when most people think of pollinators, but pollinators include many other species, including some flies, moths, butterflies, wasps and beetles, as well as bats, hummingbirds and even a few mammals,” says David Mizejewski, a naturalist with the National Wildlife Federation. Fortunately, the same principles that make home landscapes more inviting to pollinators also make it safer and friendlier for a wide variety of wildlife.

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“One of the main dangers for pollinators is loss of appropriate habitat,” says Andre Kessler, an ecology and evolutionary biology professor at Cornell University. “To help them, give up your idea of the perfect, manicured landscape and aim to restore their preferred habitat.” Kessler suggests leaving part of a landscape a bit untidy by including native plants and mowing less often. “An island of native vegetation usually provides flowering plants year-round and, similarly important, nesting sites for native bees,” he says.

Tallamy advocates halving the total amount of space devoted to lawns in the continental U.S.—reducing water, pesticide and fertilizer use—and replacing grass with plants that sustain more animal life. Leave the leaves, sticks and debris, says Mizejewski. “Many species rely on leaf litter for food, shelter and nesting material. Many moth and butterfly caterpillars overwinter in fallen leaves before emerging in spring.”

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With so many different species of pollinators across the diverse terrain of America, few plants work for all locales. Most experts believe the best option is choosing native plants. The Pollinator Partnership (Pollinator.org) lists plants for each zone by ZIP code, as well as the pollinators they attract. There are also native plant societies in many areas that offer specific recommendations.

Eliminate the Chemicals “Probably the most important thing the home gardener can do to overcome the pollinator and broader biodiversity crisis is to avoid using any pesticides,” says Kessler. “The uncontrolled use of insecticides and herbicides is the major reason for the dramatic loss of insect life in general and most other organisms depending on those insects.”

“It is now within the power of individual gardeners to do something that we all dream of doing: to make a difference,” Tallamy writes. “In this case, the difference will be to the future of biodiversity, to the native plants and animals of North America, and the ecosystems that sustain them.”

Betsy S. Franz is a freelance writer and photographer who seeks a loving, sustainable balance between the nature of our world and the inner nature of man.

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n the past decade, millions of ash trees have died in the Chicago region, with more likely to die in another 10 years.

Meanwhile, the percentage of invasive species continues to rise, causing harm to the region’s ecosystems. Trees continue to provide numerous benefits for humans and wildlife, and there’s much individuals can do to improve and maintain a healthy urban forest.

The results of a Morton Arboretum (MortonArb.org) 2020 census of trees in the Chicago region, which includes Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry and Will counties, have spawned the new Plant Trees Campaign, which asks each of the 340 communities within the region to plant one new tree (ChicagoRTI.org/TreesforCommunities).

“The campaign draws attention to value of trees,” says Lydia Scott, director of the Chicago Region Trees Initiative, which started the new program. “Trees provide oxygen for us, they cool our air, they reduce our flooding and they improve our health,” she explains.

The 2020 census followed a 2010 tree census that was done on randomly selected plots by the U.S. Forest Service with the Morton Arboretum. In 2020, the Morton Arboretum re-measured trees in the same plots to gain a comparative snapshot of the regional forest and the benefits it provides.

The snapshot showed red oak, on the list of 10 most common tree species in the region in 2010, has fallen off the list in 2020. In addition, there’s a greater percentage of invasive trees in the mix compared with a decade ago.

The census also revealed the functional value of trees, considering how they remove pollution, store carbon, reduce

flooding and save energy. If all the trees were gone, they would cost $45 billion to replace and $416 million annually to reduce the ensuing flooding.

Chai-Shian Kua, Ph.D., urban tree science leader at the Morton Arboretum, led the 2020 census. The project team measured the diameter at breast height of each tree located within the randomly selected plots. They identified the species, assessed its condition and the canopy cover.

“We also measured if the tree is next to a building, measured the distance next to a building and estimated energy-saving benefits provide by trees,” Kua says.

The trees were measured in residential areas, open spaces such as forest preserves, corporate and transportation areas, and agricultural lands. “In 2010, when the first study was conducted, the emerald ash borers were already here,” Kua says. “We expected to lose a lot of ash trees in 2020 due to the introduced pest, and we did.”

The emerald ash borer, introduced from Asia to the U.S. likely via wood packing materials, has destroyed tens of millions of native ash trees in 30 states, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. “In 2010, we estimated 13 million ash trees in the region,” Kua says. “In 2020, there were 7 million. But out of this 7 million, about 4 million are dead and still standing or in decline. So, we think there are about 3 million ash trees left.” One of the biggest lessons from the 2020 tree census is, “We should plant more diversity,” says Kua. “We should also plant the right tree in the right place and give it the right care.”

Greg Spyreas, a botanist with the Illinois Natural History Survey (inhs.Illinois.

Trees throughout the Chicago region including in forest preserves, such as Ryerson Woods in Lake County pictured here, were censused in 2020 by the Morton Arboretum.

Photo courtesy Morton Arboretum

Two project team members measure the diameter of a tree during the 2020 Chicago region tree census.

edu), agrees. Native ash trees were planted abundantly in the Chicago region neighborhoods over the years. “The issue is that when a pest or disease comes, the whole neighborhood’s trees are obliterated. And it will take 20 years until new trees planted bring back any kind of urban forest,” he says.

“Just by taking a simple step of planting a diverse assortment of native trees we will not only create beautiful landscapes and streetscapes, but also save money on maintenance and landscape, and improve habitat for all kinds of wildlife such as our native imperiled songbirds,” Spyreas says.

Another of the biggest concerns the census revealed was the increase in European buckthorn. Thirty-six percent of the species in the census consisted of this invasive plant, also called common buckthorn. It was brought to the U.S. from Europe in the early 1800s to serve as privacy hedges because it remains greener longer than other trees and shrubs. Since then, scientists have discovered that the buckthorn produces a chemical in the soil that inhibits the growth of other native species.

“Also, buckthorn leaf litter decomposes very quickly and adds high concentra-

Trees to Plant

Small Trees

Greg Spyreas, a botanist with the Illinois Natural History Survey, suggests planting the trees listed below to create a more diverse landscape in the Chicago region urban forest. Before choosing a tree, know the conditions of soil, moisture and amount of sunlight where it will be planted, and also consider how large the tree may grow. Learn the type of care it needs and after planting, water it deeply, about an inch a week. Most of these listed are native to the Chicago region. The smaller trees listed grow more quickly, with sassafras the quickest.

Also see ChicagolandGrows.org/trees and MortonArb.org/plant-and-protect/treesand-plants for a list of trees recommended to plant in the Chicago region.

Larger Trees

Sassafras Pawpaw Serviceberry Hawthorn species Prairie crabapple Eastern redbud Blue beech

White pine (evergreen) Eastern hemlock (evergreen) Shagbark hickory American beech Common hackberry Ohio buckeye Kentucky coffee tree

tions of nitrogen in the soil,” the Arboretum’s Scott says. “Our native oaks don’t like high-nitrogen soil. Our native plants aren’t designed to thrive in conditions that are high in nitrogen.”

Even though volunteers are working in forest preserves and other natural areas to remove buckthorn, “Seventy percent of what’s out there is on private property,” Scott says. “That’s why we developed the Healthy Hedges program.” (ChicagoRTI. org/healthy-hedges) The program helps people learn to remove buckthorn and other invasive plants like honeysuckle and replace them with native species that also can create a privacy hedge.

“You don’t have to get rid of it all at once,” she suggests. “Remove the females that produce the berries first.” Bird eat the berries and “plant” new buckthorn. Some suggestions on hedge replacement species include oak-leafed hydrangea, vernal witch hazel and serviceberry.

Kua suggests walking around the neighborhood to see what kind of trees are there, then planting something different to add diversity. If there are lots of maples, plant an oak, for example. Planting natives makes sense, but she thinks some non-native trees that aren’t invasive may also be planted. “One example is ginkgo and another is London planetree, which are tolerant to the urban environment.” See ChicagolandGrows.org/trees and MortonArb.org/plant-and-protect/treesand-plants for a list of trees recommended to plant in the Chicago region.

“Taking care of nature is part of life,” Scott says. “We should all adopt that kind of mentality. We want people to think about opportunity areas to plant trees to reduce the heat coming to their house in the summer and reduce their energy bills. Trees are more than something pretty to look at.

Trees are a solution to a lot of problems.”

Sheryl DeVore has written six books on science, health and nature, as well as nature, health and environment stories for national and regional publications. Read more at SherylDeVore.wordpress.com.

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n ambitious project underway in Mt. Pulaski, located near Springfield, will help bridge the gap between local farmers and community members that want more access to food grown in Central Illinois than is currently available.

The Farm-Fresh Enterprise Development Cooperative (FarmFED Co-op) will operate a facility that preserves the freshness and nutrition of local food through processing and freezing, allowing growers to bring bulk produce to the facility and make it available in a form suited for larger buyers such as schools, hospitals and retail grocery stores.

Katie Funk and Jeff Hake, who farm Funks Grove Heritage Fruits and Grain (FunksGroveHFG.com), near Bloomington, are the driving forces behind the co-op. They have initiated a campaign to raise $100,000 by October 1 from shares purchased by the region’s farmers that want to use the facility and its services. Shares confer the ability to vote on decisions for the cooperative, with three different levels providing benefits to owners. The initial funding will allow them to break ground on the facility this winter and become operational by June 2022.

“With this fundraising effort, we will start turning all our planning into something real,” says Katie Funk. “It is critical we put our work out in front of everyone and get buy-in from our community. We are thrilled to be part of something that can offer so many benefits to our community and farmers.”

Led by a board of local farmers and advocates, the co-op plans to purchase the former Johnson True Value Hardware Store in Mt. Pulaski and upgrade it to accommodate a processing line, commercial kitchen and 4,000 square feet of cold storage.

Farmers will be able to sell produce to the cooperative, obtain custom processing and rent cold storage space. Local food entrepreneurs will be able to rent the commercial kitchen space to grow their businesses in a licensed facility. The co-op will also bring new jobs to the community as skilled staff will be required to manage it.

Mt. Pulaski was one of 15 communities across the country to receive a Local Food/Local Places grant through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, which culminated in the opening of the Market on the Hill (MarketOnTheHill.com) cooperative grocery store there in June 2020.

In March of that year, the city’s Economic

Development and Planning Board hired two local farmers to explore the feasibility of a “food hub” that helps local farms gain access to new markets and resources.

“One of our goals is to develop a regionalized local food system that provides farm-fresh food to consumers in Central Illinois,” says Tom Martin, co-op board president and a lifelong Mt. Pulaski resident, farmer, and community organizer.

“Our community has remained vigilant in working to make this goal a reality, and we realized early in the process that if we were to succeed, we needed to take this project beyond Mt. Pulaski. Now, through collaboration with producers, consumers, and community leaders from the entire region, we have developed a concept and business plan we believe has a great chance at success.”

“It is a daily challenge to get our crops sold and distributed in a timely fashion,” says Ted Maddox, of Maddox Sweet Corn Farm (Facebook.com/maddoxsweetcornfarm), in Warrensburg. “The proposed FarmFED Co-op would help distribute our crops to outlets that we cannot get to, and has plans for processing products in ways that most producers don’t have the means to do. This project will not only bring support to area farmers, but will do a service to our community by bringing our fresh produce from farm to table.”

“Processing, cold storage and marketing are three of the largest barriers preventing the scale-up of local food in Central Illinois,” says Kaitie Adams, of Savanna Institute (SavannaInstitute.org) and Red Crib Acres (Facebook.com/redcribacres), in Urbana. “With over 90 percent of what we eat coming from out of state, innovative, community-based solutions are essential for Illinois farmers to grow more food for Illinois families. I am beyond thrilled with plans for the FarmFED Co-op. As a grower and small business owner, this facility would give me the confidence to scale products for larger markets and create new ones.”

For more information, email FarmFedCoop@gmail.com or visit Facebook.com/ farmfedcoop. The launch of FarmFED Co-op was first reported by Bob Benenson in the Local Food Forum newsletter; visit LocalFoodForum.substack.com.

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cean conservation efforts have taken a global spotlight as scientists, conservationists and legislators around the world look for solutions that protect our oceans and wildlife. Although opinions vary on how to best approach these global issues, organizations like the Aquarium Conservation Partnership (AquariumConservation.org) bring awareness and education by connecting families with conservation projects across the U.S. As trusted, science-based institutions, aquariums inspire visitors to care about oceans and wildlife and more importantly, to take action for conservation.

Queen, a loggerhead sea turtle, was found suffering from debilitated turtle syndrome by beachgoers on Kiawah Island, South Carolina, in June 2020. Queen was lethargic, covered in barnacles and emaciated when found by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (dnr.sc.gov) which then transported the turtle to the South Carolina Aquarium, in Charleston 44

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(SCAquarium.org/sea-turtle-care-center), for life-saving treatment. Now Queen is starting to thrive in her recovery tank and working toward healthy vitals to secure her release back to the wild. This is just one of the many sea turtles rescued and released yearly by the Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Care Center™.

Families can walk through the recovery hospital experiencing the day-to-day medical care of the rescued turtles and learning about patient case stories. “We hope the Sea Turtle Care Center helps connect families with water and with wildlife, so they can fall in love with the natural world around them. And we want to help them learn the impact of their choices on wildlife and the ocean,” Weighing litter picked up off the beach.

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shares Amie Yam-Babinchak, director of marketing, sales and strategic communications. The aquarium shows visiting families the impact of their choices on wildlife by helping them see and experience animals affected by climate changes or human interaction firsthand.

Families everywhere can experience the Sea Turtle Care Center from their own homes by logging onto the South Carolina Aquarium Facebook page Wednesdays at 10 a.m. EST for a live Turtle Talk hosted by aquarium biologists and spotlighting sea turtle patients. “You do not need to live near the beach or travel to the ocean to protect sea turtles and ocean habitats,” explains Sarah Hartmann, lead education interpreter.

“No matter where you are, your actions impact animals all over the world, and you can make a difference.”

South Carolina Aquarium is not alone in hoping to connect families to conservation efforts. It is just one of the Aquarium Conservation Partnership’s 25 public aquariums in 19 states, all committed to advancing conservation of the world’s oceans, lakes and rivers. Fellow member and Aquarium Conservation Partnership co-founder Shedd Aquarium (SheddAquarium.org) celebrates these efforts to connect families with conservation education. Senior Director of Government Affairs and Conservation Policy with Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium Andrea Densham wants families to understand the relationship between Midwestern waterways like the Mississippi River and the Great Lakes and our oceans. “The Great Lakes are connected to the Atlantic Ocean through the St. Lawrence Seaway. The Mississippi River empties into the Gulf of Mexico. It is important to understand that

we are all part of one amazing, blue planet.”

Similarly to South Carolina Aquarium, Shedd Aquarium offers families opportunities to connect with local and global efforts through their Surge program (SheddAquarium.org/surge), a newly launched global community of environmental advocates and “change agents” that have pledged to jump into action and support advocacy efforts that ultimately safeguard aquatic species and nature. The digital platform will equip Surge advocates with the knowledge and tools necessary to take individual actions in their daily lives and tackle issues including plastic pollution, climate change, environmental justice, equal access to nature and more.

Representatives from both aquariums urge families to stay involved in conservation issues in their community, and look at actionable steps they can take to improve efforts locally and globally. “We can all make a difference,” explains Densham. “By taking simple steps like reducing the use of plastics and preventing pollution from entering our waterways, we could make a huge impact on these issues.”

To explore more about the Sea Turtle Care Center and conservation programming with the South Carolina Aquarium, visit scaquarium.org. Become a Surge advocate and learn more about local conservation efforts with the Shedd Aquarium by visiting SheddAquarium.org/surge.

Anna Marie Imbordino is an award-winning writer, publicist and environmentalist based in Chicago and Charleston, SC. Connect on social media by following @teawiththebee.

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SUNDAY, AUGUST 1 Lummas/Lughnasdah

MONDAY, AUGUST 2

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 3 VIRTUAL: Midewin Conservation Education Program: Beaver Tails – 11am. Discover cool facts about some of the most interesting mammals of the waterways! Learn what makes their tail special and more. Free. To register: 815-423-6370 or sm.fs.Midewin_RSVP@usda.gov. For more info: fs.usda.gov/midewin.

ONLINE: Go Green Highland Park Monthly

Meeting – 7pm. 1st Tues. Join GGHP for our monthly meeting and share your ideas. Find out how you can get involved in event planning or help with other group activities. For more info: GoGreenHP.org.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 5 VIRTUAL: Midewin NTP for Kids: The Skinny

on Mammals – 11-11:30am. Learn about the mammals of Illinois that live at Midewin NTP. Free. To register: 815-423-6370 or sm.fs.Midewin_RSVP@ usda.gov. fs.usda.gov/midewin.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 6

SUNDAY, AUGUST 8

New moon: Khen denhah – Moon of Deer has Little Tail Astrology: A Journey Through the Houses of the Horoscope – 1-4pm. Understanding zodiacal houses gives insight and understanding of the individual’s psyche and orientation. Explore hemispheres and quadrants; the polarities and factors that trigger the polarity; psychological factors connected with houses; importance of a transiting planet’s cycle; the cycles within a life; the importance of each house’s domain within the horoscope. Online & in person. $55, $45 by Aug 1. Life Force Arts Ensemble, 1609 W Belmont Ave, Chicago. 773-327-7224. Register: LifeForceArts.org.

ONLINE: The Way of the Heart: Gateway –

2-5:30pm. Transform and heal patterns and beliefs that create limitations so uncover and align with your Life Mission path. The Gateway is a pre-requisite and preparation for The Way of the Heart foundation training. With Sarah Karnes. $100/person. For more info: 262-745-8362 or SarahDKarnes.com.

MONDAY, AUGUST 9

Nagasaki Day Int’l Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples Al Hijra begins at sundown (Islam)

TUESDAY, AUGUST 10 World Lion Day

Hiroshima Day

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 11

SATURDAY, AUGUST 7

Midewin Prairie 101 Webinar Part 2 – 7-8pm.

What exactly is Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie?

Learn about the origins and geography of this very special place, during this 2-part webinar series. View restored wetlands and prairie and observe wildlife.

Find out why ecological restoration is so important and experience some of the best examples of restored prairie. Learn how Midewin NTP will change and what that will mean for wildlife and recreation. Part 2 of 2. Free. To register: 815-423-6370 or sm.fs.

Midewin_RSVP@usda.gov. fs.usda.gov/midewin.

Edgar Cayce-Type Healings – 4-7pm. With Richard Popp and Linda Maratea. While you are lying on a massage table, the healer will enter a semi-sleep trance and scan your body, aura and chakras. Stuck and charged energies will be identified and cleared. Time for questions and comments. $30/30min session. The Edgar Cayce Holistic Center, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines. For appt: 847-299-6535.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 12 World Elephant Day

Group Past Life Regression Session – 6:308:30pm. A small group past life regression where you can see how the regression works, you can meet your teachers and angels and experience a glimpse of one of your past lives. Holistic Center of Health and Happiness, 700 River Mill Pkwy, Wheeling.

More info: 224-688-0155. Registration required: Tinyurl.com/k9f3njtd.

ONLINE : EFT: Setting an Outrageous Goal,

Clearing Inner Blocks to Success – 9am-12pm. In this workshop, use the clinically proven stress release technique EFT tapping to clear the path from where you are now to where you want to be. Tapping leverages acupressure and psychology for powerful results, and numerous clinical research trials attest to its efficacy. 3 CEs. $75. Via Zoom. Zen Shiatsu Chicago: 847-864-1130 or ZenShiatsuChicago.org.

Essentials of Craniosacral Therapy – Aug 14-15.

9am-4pm. A practical introduction to the theory and practice of the biodynamics of craniosacral balancing, a form of gentle bodywork which grew out of cranial osteopathy and osteopathic medicine.

Learn essential ways to perceive the body’s intrinsic movement dynamics, rhythms and pulsations. $300.

Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 818 Lake St, Evanston.

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ONLINE: Engendering Equanimity and Resiliency for Real Change – 10am-4pm. Join Sharon Salzberg, one of world’s most influential meditation teachers, authors and leading experts in meditation for a road map to guide you in challenging times with clarity, calm, heartfulness, equanimity and resiliency to effect real change in yourself. $95, $85/10 days advance. Via Zoom. For more info & registration: 847-831-8828 or InfinityFoundation.org.

SAVE THE WEEKEND Body Mind Spirit Expo – Aug 14-15. 10am-7pm, Sat; 10am-6pm, Sun. The celebration returns to Skokie. Headliner Linda Gonzales of Visionhawk Steel Tongue Drums. Immerse yourself in the holistic community with our incredible 100+ performers & vendors. $14. Save $1 with entry coupon on website. North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie.

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ONLINE : Chicago IANDS – 2pm. Support/ study/resource forum for near-death, out-of-body and spiritual experiences, losses. Guest Speaker: Walter Semkiw, MD, MPH, Expert on Reincarnation, President of the Institute for Integration of Science, Intuition and Spirit; President and Editor of ReincarnationResearch.com. $20 tax-deductible donation requested (see website). For more info & to register: 847-251-5758 or ChicagoIANDS.org.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 15 Reiki Level 1 – 9am-4pm. Get attuned to reiki which enables you to become a channel for this healing energy. Also start a 21-day energetic cleanse that cleans and releases bound energy. 6 CEs. $150. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 818 Lake St, Evanston. 847-864-1130.

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MONDAY, AUGUST 16

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 19 World Orangutan Day

Gemstone Healing with Meditation – 6:308:30pm. Be guided by Nina-Bastet, life coach and energy practitioner, into the healing meditation so you can connect to the powers of gemstones to receive guidance and healing from their energies. $45. Holistic Center of Health and Happiness, 700 River Mill Pkwy, Wheeling. 224-688-0155. Register: Tinyurl.com/5uews4fh.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 22 Full moon National Honeybee Day

ONLINE: Healing Karmic Relationships & Life/

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Future Life Journeys – 1-4pm. With Dave Birr and Susan Wisehart. Dave will discuss how spiritual tools of astrology and numerology can assist in understanding karmic relationship dynamics. Shift your concept of karma from the idea of “debt” to learning and forgiveness in relationships. Susan will facilitate a guided group Past Life Regression and a Future Life Progression going out 500-1,000 yrs in the future. $40. Via Zoom. The Edgar Cayce Holistic Center: 847-299-6535. HolisticCenterChicago.com.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 21

MONDAY, AUGUST 23

FRIDAY, AUGUST 20

ONLINE: Clinical East/West Aromatherapy Part

1 – Aug 21-22. 9am-12pm. An introduction to the professional practice of aromatherapy combining both Eastern and Western concepts of essential oil use. Be introduced to identifying the needs of the client’s body, mind and spirit, and customize an essential oil blend for them. 6 CEs. $150.

Via Zoom. Zen Shiatsu Chicago: 847-864-1130.

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Midewin Prairie 101 – 10am-12:30pm. Learn about the origins and geography of this very special place.

We will view restored wetlands and prairie and observe wildlife. Find out why ecological restoration is so important and experience some of the best examples of restored prairie. Free. Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie, 30239 S State Rt 53, Wilmington.

Register: 815-423-6370 or sm.fs.Midewin_RSVP@ usda.gov.

Wine and Art Walk – Aug 21-22. 10am-5pm.

Sip wine and shop for nature-themed art as you stroll around Meadow Lake. Browse this juried art show featuring photography, woodturning, jewelry, painting, ceramics, fused glass and more from Midwest artists. Included in timed-entry Arboretum admission. The Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle. 630-968-0074. Registration required: MortonArb.org.

Conquering Obstacles: Becoming a Spiritual Warrior – 2-5pm. Meditation workshop with Buddhist num Gen Choma. Imagine how relaxing it would be if you were authentically confident; if you knew how to deal with inevitable challenges without feeling overwhelmed or discouraged. No previous experience necessary. All welcome. $30 live & online for 72 hrs afterward. Kadampa Meditation Center Chicago in Oak Park, 13 Harrison St, Oak Park. Info & register: 312-767-1898 or MeditateInChicago.org.

Amazing Gong Journey – 6-7:30pm. With Sound Healer Andre Peraza. The gong is a powerful instrument that works on many levels to heal the listener. It can help release deep emotional energy and feelings to better ground yourself. Bring yoga mat, pillow, blanket and an open mind. $25. The Edgar Cayce Holistic Center, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines.

847-299-6535. HolisticCenterChicago.com.

Int’l Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition

Shamanic Ceremony Despacho for Wealth – 1:303:30pm. Participants will be able to make wishes and blessings for themselves or their loved ones and ask for the Magical Energies of Elementals and Mother Earth to fulfill our wishes. Following the Despacho, the Fire ceremony will be performed to offer the Despacho to the Fire. $55. Location given after registration. Holistic Center of Health and Happiness: 224-688-0155. Registration required: Tinyurl.com/3nfwyycs.

Community Fire Ceremony to Release Old and Invocation – 7-9:30pm. During the ceremony we will be performing a blessing to Mother Earth to all the elements and all the beings living on Earth.

Ceremony facilitated by Nina-Basted, according to the shamanic principles. Free. Camp Reinberg campsite, Palatine. Holistic Center of Health and Happiness: 224-688-0155. Registration required: Tinyurl.com/kpmr5h9m.

ONLINE: Practical Self-Care – 7-7:45pm. Get the TLC you need for more kindness, inspiration and connection. This meetup will give you a more kind and compassionate relationship with yourself. Meditation and/or centering practices, with a container of love and safety, Donation via paypal. 262-745-8362.

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 31

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VIRTUAL: Reiki Relaxation Hour – 7-8pm.

Shake off the stress of the day in a natural and healthy way with reiki. Relax even deeper with a guided reiki meditation (which you can use at home to bring peace to your daily life). Experience distance reiki along with the meditation. A great opportunity to check out what a reiki distance session is like. Time afterwards for sharing and Q&A. Free.

Via Zoom. CalandraAcupuncture.com.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 26 Equality Day

FRIDAY, AUGUST 27

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 28 ONLINE: Basic Animal Communication Training – Aug 28-29. 9:30am-4pm, Sat; 9:30am-12pm, Sun. With Carol Schultz. Explore how you have already experienced telepathic communication with animals and begin to expand and grow your natural abilities. $185, $170/10 days advance. Via Zoom. For more info & registration: 847-831-8828 or InfinityFoundation.org.

ONLINE: Life Mission Exploration – 1-2:30pm.

Uncover clues and insights so you can move forward with more purpose and meaning. Each session is custom created for, and with, those in attendance. Donation. Via Zoom. RSVP, Sarah Karnes: 262-745-8362.

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Crystals for Empaths, Highly Sensitive People & Intuition Enhancement – 2-4pm. Activate and strengthen your energy field with light, sound, angels, crystals, essential oils, mantras and with more tools, tips and techniques. $30. The Edgar Cayce Holistic Center, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines.

847-299-6535. HolisticCenterChicago.com.

Krishna Janmashtami (Hinduism) Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie Photo Contest Deadline – Midewin mascot Woodsy Owl will turn 50 on Sept 15. Amateur photographers can enter to win a chance at seeing their work adorn the cover of the 2022 Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie Conservation Education Schedule booklet. Each participant can enter up to 4 photos of native Illinois prairie species via iNaturalist. Finalists announced at Woodsy Owl 50th Virtual Birthday Party, 6pm, Sept 15. Consent form: bit.ly/9152021. To register for the virtual birthday party: SM.FS.Midewin_RSVP@ usda.gov. iNaturalist.org.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 Abiding in Peace: Weekend Getaway Meditation Retreat – Sept 3-6. A weekend of peace and quiet on the scenic shores of Lake Michigan. Make your mind balanced, happy and strong. Develop your pure love, empathy and happiness. Enjoy peace, quiet and meditation by the lake. For all levels.

Led by Gen Kelsang Zamling. $300-$390 (includes room & board). Siena Retreat Center, 5637 Erie St, Racine. Kadampa Meditation Center: 312-767-1898 or MeditateInChicago.org.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 Monty and Rose Showings – Sept 4, 1pm; Sept 6, 2:30pm. A new documentary film about the endangered Great Lakes Piping Plovers that have nested at Chicago’s Montrose Beach the past 3 summers.

Written and directed by Bob Dolgan. Music Box Theatre, 3733 N Southport, Chicago. Tickets: MontyAndRose.net.

One of the hardest things in life to learn are which bridges to cross and which bridges to burn. ~Oprah Winfrey August 2021

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CLASSIFIEDS AKASHIC CONSULTATION AKASHIC RECORD READING – Open the record of your soul’s journey to find information to support you in your life right now, heal your past and help you into your future. Heal. Grow. Investigate. Find direction. Lin Ewing: 847-609-0034.

AstrologicalDetails.com.

ASTROLOGY ASTROLOGY – Understand yourself, your motivations, your feelings. Recognize your talents, strengths, successes. Overcome difficulties and confusion. Astrology can help pull it all together.

Relationships. Career. Plan the future. Serious astrology for serious seekers. Private, personal consultations. Lin Ewing: 847-609-0034.

AstrologicalDetails.com.

BOOKS MESSAGES OF TRUTH – You Live Eternally – There is No Death! Cause and Development of All Illness. A Fulfilled Life into Old Age. Comfort in Need and Suffering. Check out our free excerpt booklets. Toll-free: 844-576-0937.

Gabriele-Publishing-House.com.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES YOUR LISTING CAN BE HERE – Visit NAChicago.com/classifieds.

HELP WANTED ARE YOU HIRING? – Find your next team member. Call 847-858-3697 or submit online at NAChicago.com/classifieds.

LECTURE LYMPHORMATION LECTURE – Aug 14, 2pm. 2nd Sat. Join CLT Lymphatic Practitioner Sharon Vogel and staff for complimentary community service monthly lecture about the lymphatic system, lymphedema, post-surgical swelling, new surgeries available, natural remedies, self-care, bandaging, plus receive complimentary measurements for garments and pneumatic pumps. Learn how to perform The Vogel Method of self-manual lymphatic drainage. National Lymphatic Centers, 3100 Theodore St, Ste 202, Joliet. RSVP: 630-2414100. Lymphatics.net.

PRODUCTS PLANT-BASED SUPPLEMENTS – Get greens, chlorophyll, oil blends, electrolytes, cleansers, herbal teas & more. All organic. See Special Offer for free samples. 954-459-1134.

TerraLifeStore.com.

SERVICES NEUROPLASTICIAN – Are you struggling with self-doubt, limiting beliefs, painful memories or anxieties? We can help using your brain’s natural processing dynamics. Schedule a session: BeliefRedesign.com.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2

SAVE THE DATE

SAVE THE WEEKEND

ONLINE: Chakras, Charge, and The Energy Body – 1-3pm. At the heart of healing is energy.

Dr. Anodea Judith, author of numerous books on chakras, calls this energy “charge.” Find out how the charge relates to the body, chakras, trauma, relationship, character structure, and your inner psychology. Discover all about your energy body. $35, $30/10 days advance. Via Zoom.

For more info & registration: 847-831-8828 or InfinityFoundation.org.

Trinity Health Freedom Expo – Oct 2-3. Offers resources to help navigate changes in healthcare and learn new ways to improve physical and mental health. 45 health experts, innovative natural products and services from more than 75 exhibitors. $30/1 day, $50/weekend. Tinley Park Convention Center, 18451 Convention Center Dr, Tinley Park. Register: 888-658-3976 or TrinityHealthFreedomExpo.com.

SAVE THE DATE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 13

SAVE THE DATE ONLINE: Beginning Astrology Level 1 – Mon-

days, Sept 13-Oct 18. 7:30-9:30pm. Covering fundamentals (planets, signs, houses, aspects, interpretation, transits). A solid foundation for more advanced astrological study. $180, $150

by Sept 4. Via Zoom. Life Force Arts Ensemble: 773-327-7224 or LifeForceArts.org.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

SAVE THE DATE The Adoption Process from A to Z – 1-3pm. Explore the world of adoption now popular in today’s practices. Sally Wildman, a Chicago and Northbrook attorney with many years of experience in adoption practice, presents fundamentals and legal steps of this process with focus on preparing you to adopt. She distinguishes the many types of adoption and highlights “openness” during and after adoption. $29/couple. Registration by Sept 16. District 214 Community Education, Forest View Educational Center, 2121 S Goebbert Rd, Arlington Heights. Detailed info, District 214: 847-718-7700.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

SAVE THE WEEKEND 5th Annual Mycelium Mysteries Conference – Sept 25-27. Hosted by Midwest Women’s Herbal focusing on all things in the mushroom world. Workshops offered at the beginner through advanced levels on topics such as wild mushroom skills, fungal ecology, fungi and human health, and ethnomycology. Keynote speakers include ethnomycologist Elinoar Shavit, mycologists Guiliana Furci and Sarah Foltz Jordan. Dodgeville, WI. Tickets & to register: MidwestWomensHerbal.com.

ONLINE: The Mastery of Self: A Toltec Guide to Personal Freedom & Breaking Old Agreements – 10am-4pm. Join Don Miguel Ruiz, Jr, bestselling author of The Mastery of Self and The Five Levels of Attachments to wake up and liberate yourself from illusory beliefs and stories to live with authenticity. $95, $85/10 days advance. Via Zoom. For more info & registration: 847-831-8828 or InfinityFoundation.org.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23

SAVE THE WEEKEND Body Mind Spirit Expo – Oct 23-24. 10am7pm, Sat; 10am-6pm, Sun. Immerse yourself in the holistic community with our incredible 100+ performers & vendors. $14. Save $1 with entry coupon on website. Midwest Conference Center, 401 W Lake St, Chicago (Northlake). BMSE.net.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6

SAVE THE WEEKEND Holistic Health & Spiritual Expo – Nov 6-7.

Includes readers, astrologists, energy workers, shopping for jewelry, handmade items, reiki, crystals, and skin care, free classes, speakers, meditation, channeling, DIY workshops and more.

Keynote speaker Hay House author Dr. Darren Weissman, an expert on the paranormal, available at an extra cost. Schaumburg Convention Center, 1551 Thoreau Dr N, Schaumburg. More info & tickets: HolisticHealthAndSpiritualExpo.com.

NAChicago.com can help you access the resources you need for help staying healthy and happy!

ongoing events To ensure we keep our community calendar current, ongoing events must be resubmitted each month.

DEADLINE: All listings must be received by the 10th of the month prior to publication. Calendar events must be submitted online at NAChicago.com/Calendar.

Check Online: Check the NA Online Calendar and Directory for many updates and new online events and workshops.

MONTHLY SPECIAL OFFERS Glowing Wellness Spa Special – Thru Aug. First-time clients can receive their first Red Light Treatment for fat loss and more for $39. 213 W Jefferson Ave, Naperville. For appt: 815-603-1166, C o n t a c t @ G l o w i n g We l l n e s s S p a . c o m o r GlowingWellnessSpa.com.

ONLINE: Christian Science Lectures – During COVID-19, all Christian Science lectures have moved online. Every day you’ll find several events happening live as well pre-recorded presentations you can watch anytime. Cultivate your spiritual practice and get ideas and inspiration to stay calm, safe and healthy. CSMetroChicago.org.

Summer 60-Second Garden Video Challenge – Thru Aug. With the Chicago Excellence in Gardening Awards (CEGA). Gardeners create 1-min videos of their gardens and upload them to the CEGA website. Viewers use the “thumbs up” to vote for their favorite videos. Entry is free. For more info: ChicagoGardeningAwards.org.

Dulce Mobile Massage Special – Thru Aug. 9am-7pm. 10% off for variety of professional mobile massage services to all our clients.

847-420-2345. DulceMobileMassage@gmail.com.

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Ruck the Work Week – 8am. Rucking effectively allows you to combine aerobic training and strength training while slicing your workout to a fraction of the time. With Get Fit EGV. Free. Busse Forest South Grove 17, Elk Grove Village. Must register by 7pm the night before: Linktr.ee/getfitegv_coachro.

Sentinel Watch Podcast – 7am. Weekly audio podcasts filled with thought-provoking ideas posted each Mon. Contributors tackle topics relevant to daily life and inspiring prayers for the world.

New programs are posted every Mon and available 24/7 throughout the week. Tune in any time.

CSMetroChicago.org.

Mount Prospect Lions Club Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 8am-1pm. East Commuter Lot, SE Corner of Northwest Hwy & Emerson St, Mt Prospect.

ExperienceMountProspect.org.

ONLINE : Yoga Basics with Jenny – 11am.

Also held 9:30am, Wed & Fri. Heaven Meets Earth, 2746 Central St, Evanston. 847-475-1500.

HeavenMeetsEarthYoga.com.

ONLINE: The Mike Nowak Show Radio Pro-

gram – 9-11am. Live weekly online local talk show focused on gardening and the environment, with lots of humor to wake us up. Author and master gardener Mike Nowak and cohost Peggy Malecki feature a variety of guests and weather/climate scientist Rick DiMaio in a live show on Facebook @The Mike Nowak Show, YouTube and streaming live at MikeNowak.net. Also available in podcast on MikeNowak.net, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher and podcast apps,. Free. MikeNowak.net.

Logan Square Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 9am3pm. Logan Blvd between Milwaukee & Whipple, Chicago. LoganSquareFarmersMarket.org.

ONLINE: Time to Dance: Ballet – 10:30am.

Also 1:30pm, Tues & 5:30pm, Thurs. Although not beginner classes, dancers of all levels of experience welcome. Via Zoom. To register: CBG-Institute.org.

TUESDAY Dinos Everywhere – Thru Sept 6. 9:30am-6pm.

A few surprises will be featured on some of the 40 animatronic dinosaurs to make them even more lifelike. Search for replica artifacts in the dino dig boxes and go on a Dino Hunt to find all 12 miniature brachiosaurus named Benita along the dinosaur trail.

Free with zoo admission. Brookfield Zoo, 8400 W 31st St, Brookfield. czs.org/dinoseverywhere.

Green Drinks Libertyville – 6:30pm. 2nd Tues.

Check our Facebook page for updates. Facebook. com/greendrinkslibertyville.

ONLINE: Hacking Your Health Meetup – 6:308pm. 3rd Tues. With Tiffany Hinton. Let’s get together to expand our knowledge of living a healthy life, using integrative wellness. Features an expert speaker on topics current to our health landscape.

We can share recipes, have events at local health restaurants and learn more to raise healthier children.

Free. Purple Sprout Cafe and Juice Bar: Meetup. com/Hacking-Your-Health-Meetup.

ONLINE: Guided Meditation for Inner Balance & Quieting the Mind – 6:50-8:10pm. 3rd Tue. With Ellen Radha Katz. Donation. Via Zoom. Register: Meetup.com/Inner-Balance-Meditation.

ONLINE: Let’s Talk Hemp Health – 7pm. A short

presentation by hemp advocates and educators on the basics of CBD oil. Learn the benefits and science of how and why cannabis works in the body. Learn exactly what CBD and other cannabinoids are and what function they play in the body. Different guests each week. Free. On Zoom. Details: 630-309-3409 or HempHealthTalks.com.

Shiatsu Student Clinic – 7 & 8pm. Also Wed & Thurs. Receive a 45-min session from an advanced Zen Shiatsu student. Sessions are performed in a group setting with instructor observation. $35/45min or $90/3 treatments. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. Availability limited; for appts: 847-864-1130. ZenShiatsuChicago.org.

WEDNESDAY Green City Market: Lincoln Park – Thru Oct. 7am-1pm. 1817 N Clark, South end of Lincoln Park, Chicago. GreenCityMarket.org.

Ravinia Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 27. 7am1pm. Jens Jensen Park, 486 Roger Williams Ave, Highland Park. RaviniaFarmersMarket.com.

ONLINE: Body & Brain Tai Chi Class – 7:308:30am; 10-11am; 6-7pm. Additional classes held daily; see website for times. After a short set of warm up exercises, get into meridian stretching (to improve circulation, strength and flexibility, and relax the mind) and then go into Body & Brain-style tai chi called DahnMuDo. We stream all classes live on Zoom. Info & to register: 847-362-2724, Libertyville@BodyNBrain.com, BodyNBrain.com/ libertyville.

Green Drinks McHenry County – 5-7pm. 1st Wed. Check website for updates. GreenDrinks.org/ IL/Crystal Lake.

ONLINE: Prayer Meeting – 6-7pm. Informal

ONLINE: Yoga with Lisa – 10am. Heaven Meets Earth, 2746 Central St, Evanston. 847-475-1500.

HeavenMeetsEarthYoga.com.

weekly gatherings with inspirational readings, song, prayer and time to share healings and inspiration.

Meetings being held remotely during COVID-19.

More than a dozen different online groups hold mid-week online meetings; times vary, but all groups meet on Wed evenings. Free. Log-on info & times: CSMetroChicago.org.

ONLINE: Time to Dance: Ballet – 1:30pm. Also 10:30am, Sun & 5:30pm, Thurs. Although not beginner classes, dancers of all levels of experience welcome. Via Zoom. To register: CBG-Institute.org.

Healin’ with Healy Wednesdays – 7-8:30pm.

Wellness Empowered, 2177 Shermer Rd, Northbrook. RSVP, Mary: 847-963-6094.

YourWellnessEmpowered.com.

One swallow does not make a summer, neither does one fine day; similarly, one day or brief time of happiness does not make a person entirely happy. ~Aristotle August 2021

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ONLINE: Time to Dance: Fitness – 9:30am.

Emphasizes low-impact, high-intensity, cardio dance and fitness routines accompanied by music.

Alternate dance with resistance routines to build and maintain muscle and bone density. Via Zoom.

To register: CBG-Institute.org.

Achieving Solutions for Health and Happiness – In-person sessions in a healthy and safe environment achieving root solutions for health, happiness and action steps on your life projects. With Susan Curry, of InteriorWerx. Complimentary 15-min phone consultation, use promo code MYFIRSTSESSION. 1420 Renaissance Dr, Ste 411, Park Ridge. 312-479-7893.

Susan@InteriorWerx.us. InteriorWerx.us.

ONLINE: Small Farm Winter Webinar Series – 12-1pm. A weekly educational series for the small farm community. These online presentations will give small farm producers a look at how leading practices in production, management, and marketing can improve profitability and sustainability. Free.

Go.Illinois.edu/SFWW. ONLINE: Time to Dance: Modern – 1:30pm.

Although not beginner classes, dancers of all levels of experience welcome. Via Zoom. To register: CBG-Institute.org.

Glencoe Farmers’ Market – Thru Sept 30.

2-6:30pm. Focuses on locally grown and sourced, quality, organic, sustainable and Earth-friendly products. Free admission. Wyman Green, 675 Village Ct, Glencoe. GlencoeFarmersMarket.com.

Mindfulness & Wellness: Managing Stress, Creating Health, Encouraging Balance – 1:15-2:30pm. With Archana Lal-Tabak, MD, and Jim Lal-Tabak. Learn about mind-body connection and variety of mindfulness exercises. Experience natural stress reduction strategies and tools. Each class is self-contained and a new wellness-educational topic and mindfulness technique presented every week. Series of 4 classes or individual class. Scholarships and work study available. Drop-ins welcome. Heart of Transformation Wellness Institute, 1618 Orrington Ave, Ste 206, Evanston. Details: BodyMindMedicine.com.

you heard of frequency medicine? Learn about a new personal device called Healy. A short presentation on what the frequency medicine is and how to purchase one. This is the next level in well-being and balance. RSVP: 630-309-3409. Meeting ID: 630-309-3409. Zoom.US.

Downtown Evanston Farmers’ Market – Thru Nov 6. 7:30am-1pm; open 7-7:30am, senior & disabled shoppers. University Ave at Oak St (behind Hilton Garden Inn), Evanston. CityOfEvanston.org/ residents/farmers-market.

Oak Park Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 7:30am1pm. Pilgrim Church parking lot, 460 Lake St, Oak Park. Oak-Park.us/our-community/oak-parkfarmers-market Green City Market: West Loop – Thru Oct. 8am1pm. Mary Bartleme Park, 115 S Sangamon St, Chicago. GreenCityMarket.org.

SATURDAY

Advanced Allergy Therapeutic Treatment – 9am1pm. Offering holistic, non-invasive, drug-free treatments to calm the sympathetic nervous system.

Taking all precautions to protect from COVID-19.

For an appt: 847-392-7901, MWAllergyRelief@ gmail.com or MidwestAllergyRelief.com.

Green City Market: Lincoln Park – Thru Oct. 7am-1pm. 1817 N Clark, South end of Lincoln Park, Chicago. GreenCityMarket.org.

61st Street Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 30. 9am-2pm. 61st & Dorchester, Chicago.

ExperimentalStation.org/market.

ONLINE: Time to Dance: Ballet – 5:30pm. Also 10:30am, Sun & 1:30pm, Tues. Although not beginner classes, dancers of all levels of experience welcome. Via Zoom. To register: CBG-Institute.org.

ONLINE: Healy Introduction – 6:30pm. Have

Palatine Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 7am-1pm.

Palatine Train Station parking lot, 137 W Wood St, Palatine. Palatine.il.us/663/Farmers-Market.

Every particular in nature, a leaf, a drop, a crystal, a moment of time is related to the whole, and partakes of the perfection of the whole. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson

ONLINE: Body & Brain Basic Yoga Class – 9:30-10:30am & 2-3pm. After a short set of warm up exercises, get into meridian stretching, followed by core strengthening and breathing postures to accumulate energy. Then be guided in the practice of energy meditation. $20/class. Body & Brain Yoga and Tai Chi, 860 S Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville.

847-362-2724. BodyNBrain.com/libertyville.

Plant Chicago Farmers’ Market – Thru Nov. 11am-3pm. Rain or shine. Davis Square Park, 45th & Marshfield Ave, Chicago. PlantChicago.org.

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community resource guide Connecting you to the leaders in natural health care and green living in our community.

ACUPUNCTURE AND TRADITIONAL ORIENTAL MEDICINE CALANDRA CENTER FOR HEALTH & WELLNESS

Teri Calandra, MSTOM, Dipl Acu, LAc, LMT, RMT South Loop: 312-796-3965 Schaumburg: 312-515-9492 Facebook @CalandraAcuChi CalandraAcupuncture.com We believe that when someone has the tools to help themselves that the possibilities are endless. Offering acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine, herbal medicine, NAET allergy elimination, reiki, Access Consciousness, and a variety of wellness educational classes. Teri specializes in gynecological disorders, infertility, menopausal syndrome, musculoskeletal dysfunctions, allergies, respiratory disorders, digestive disorders, thyroid disorders.

LANA MOSHKOVICH, LAC, ND, MSOM Nirvana Naturopathics 707 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 100, Deerfield 60015 847-715-9044 NirvanaNaturopathics.com

We use acupuncture to help you get immediate relief from acute or chronic pain. Combining Western and Chinese Medicine, we can treat and resolve insomnia, anxiety and women’s health issues, plus chronic conditions. Certified NAET. Preferred MeiZen Provider. Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine. Major insurances accepted.

Schedule your initial appointment on Nirvana Naturopathics.com. Get a healthier and alternative approach to your chronic health conditions.

BODYWORK NATIONAL LYMPHATIC CENTERS

Sharon M Vogel, LMT, CLT, BCTMB, MFR 5002a Main St, Downers Grove 3100 Theodore St, Ste 202, Joliet 630-241-4100 • Lymphatics.net Sharon Vogel is referred to by Mayo Clinic practitioners, national surgeons and physicians. She offers 46 years hands-on experience, 29 years as a licensed practitioner, and is Nationally Board Certified, specializing in oncology massage, lymph drainage MLD and myofascial release JFB MFR, all to help assist clients in regaining health. Free consult with RSVP.

ROTH STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION

Diane Roth, BCSI Highland Park, 60035 847-533-3213 • RothSI.com Structural Integration (SI) realigns, rebalances and re-educates the body through manual therapy and movement education. Chronic pain, bad posture, tired and achy bodies are signs that the body is out of balance. SI benefits include decreased pain, injury rehabilitation, improved posture, ease in movement, and increased flexibility and stamina.

ZEN SHIATSU CHICAGO 825 Chicago Ave, Evanston 60202 847-864-1130 ZenShiatsuChicago.org

You’ll feel the stress melt away like the snow in spring through our relaxation-focused shiatsu massage practice, which offers the same energizing benefits as acupuncture combined with the restorative power of yoga poses. Dress in cozy threads, shiatsu is performed on fully clothed clients. Professional and student therapists available.

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Dee Bayro, CHHC NaturalRemedee.com HempHealthTalks.com

Your hemp health coach. Too many people are living with daily pain and chronic conditions, without much support. Many have not heard or know how cannabis works in the body, and that it is essential to maintain homeostasis (balance of all the body systems) or that it is involved in a number of physiological processes, including pain sensation, mood, memory and appetite, and more. As your health advisor, I will help guide you and find answers. We get to the root cause and see if cannabinoid therapy is right for you. Over thousands of studies support the therapeutic benefits for over 250 health conditions. Visit our website or attend an online free informational Zoom (register on website) to learn more.

CBD/HEMP FOR PETS ResQ ORGANICS FOR PETS CBD & Treats for Dogs, Cats & Horses Hope Black 424-781-7377 ResQOrganics.com & Amazon

Say goodbye to pain, anxiety, stress and more.

Founder Hope Black, a holistic pet consultant & animal intuitive, is committed to offering the finest HEMP products you can trust. Her company ResQ Organics CBD line for pets are full-spectrum hemp extract that are pesticide-free, organically grown, non-GMO and pet approved. With every purchase, ResQ Organics donates a product to animal rescues.

COACHING & COUNSELING Beyond Blind Spots 608-618-0655 Free Gift: BeyondBlindSpots.com/free-gift

MIDWEST ALLERGY RELIEF CENTER

Dr. Amanda Thiry, DC, BSN, uses Advanced Allergy Therapeutics (AAT), a non-invasive alternative technology that’s effective and safe for all ages, to identify and treat specific allergen elements that affect your quality of life. Discover how you can eat foods, be near pets and use products again that you now avoid, and experience a new lease on life.

NATURAL REMEDEE HEALTH SOLUTIONS

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Guiding entrepreneurs to their ideal brand positioning, audience and resulting profitability.

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COACHING & COUNSELING SUSAN CURRY

InteriorWerx 312-479-7893 Info@InteriorWerx.us InteriorWerx.us Feeling anxious or scared? Are you seeking solutions to regain emotional balance and clarity? Susan Curry of InteriorWerx can assist, using her intuitive energy coaching skills. 15-min complimentary phone consult available using promo MYFIRSTSESSION.

DANCE FOR HEALTH TIME TO DANCE WITH CBG INSTITUTE FOR DANCE & HEALTH North Shore School of Dance 505 Laurel Ave, Highland Park 60035 DanceForJoy16@gmail.com CBG-Institute.org

Discover the healing art of dance through ballet, modern and tap for adults 50+.

Dance is proven to have both physical and psychological benefits. Taught by dancer teachers Lisa Gold, Lynne Chervony Belsky, MD, and Lorraine Chase. See ad on page 35.

DIGESTIVE HEALTH SPECIALIST RENEÉ S. BARASCH, LDHS

316 Peterson Rd, Libertyville 60048 847-207-2034 DigestiveHealthSolutions.com Digestive problems? Acid Reflux/ GERD, IBS, Crohn’s, colitis? Let us help you naturally achieve nutritional balance, feel better and enhance the quality of your life. Improve digestion while reducing discomfort and bloating so you can eat the foods you love again.

Certified digestive health specialist/enzyme therapist. See ads on pages 7 and 45.

FLOAT THERAPY FLOTSTONE

57 E Scranton Ave, Lake Bluff 60044 847-482-1700 Flotstone.com Floatation therapy is quickly being recognized as a very safe and effective way to shift into the parasympathetic state of total relaxation. Floating cradles you in its graceful healing waters optimizing your body’s ability to do what it does best, heal! Float effortlessly in over 1,250 lbs of Epsom salt.

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FREQUENCY MEDICINE EPIGENETIC SIGNATURE MAPPING Wellness Empowered 2177 Shermer Rd, Northbrook 60062 847-963-6094 YourWellnessEmpowered.com

Every hair on our head contains valuable genetic information coded in DNA biomarkers. The Cell Well-Being hair profiler assesses for nutritional deficiencies, immune health and environmental toxins. Becoming aware of healthier lifestyle choices is crucial to repair damaged DNA. The scan includes a 1-hr consultation with a holistic practitioner to review your results and assist you on your wellness journey. See ad on page 25.

HERBAL DETOX AND MEDICINE JANE HURST, MASTER HERBALIST

Organic or Wildcrafted Herbs Woodridge, IL 630-710-4404 Sales@JanesHerbs.com • JanesHerbs.com Jane Hurst is a Master Herbalist with an International Honors Degree specializing in herbal detoxification programs, nutritional counseling, juice fasting and herbal in-person classes.

Her herbal capsule formulas are available online or for local pickup.

HOLISTIC DENTISTRY DR. ALLA AVER, DDS

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE HEAL N CURE MEDICAL WELLNESS

Meena Malhotra, MD, ABIM, ABOM 2420 Ravine Way, Ste 400, Glenview 60025 847-686-4444 • HealNCure.com Specializing in medical wellness, weight loss, hormone balancing, diabetes, fibromyalgia, and anti-aging using integrative and functional medicine. We find and resolve the root cause of medical conditions and achieve outstanding, lasting results for our patients, many of which had almost given up on wellness goals. Free educational seminars. PPO insurance and Medicare accepted for covered services.

See ad on page 2.

PETER KOZLOWSKI, MD

92 Turner Ave, Elk Grove Village 60007 847-626-5758 Doc-Koz.com As a Functional Medicine MD, Dr. Kozlowski, author of Unfunc Your Gut, uses a broad array of tools to find the source of the body’s dysfunction. Working together with each patient, he co-creates a unique, individualized care plan. Services are both online and in-person via Illinois and Montana-based offices. He has trained with Dr. Mark Hyman, Dr. Deepak Chopra and Dr. Susan Blum.

GYMS, FITNESS & ONLINE WORKOUTS GET FIT EGV

Rowena Dziubla, Owner 773-819-7459 • CoachRo@GetFitEGV.com Facebook | Instagram RX your workout at GET FIT EGV located at 1100 Nerge Rd, Ste 206 in Elk Grove Village. Semi-private classes available 7 days a week: barbell/Olympic training, HIIT, bootcamp and more. We also offer ONLINE virtual coaching options for home workouts; see website for more info.

2400 Ravine Way, Suite 400, Glenview 60025 847-998-5100 GlenviewSmiles.com Our office uses whole-body, preventive dental care. We utilize non-fluoridated ozonated water, herbal periodontal treatments, and gluten-free herbal paste. We offer: safe amalgam removal; BPA-free fillings and sealants; non-metal crowns; sleep apnea and TMJ appliances; ozone therapy; microscopic plaque analysis; material reactivity testing kits; and non-acrylic night guards, partials. See ad on page 19.

K. BOEHM, DDS, & ASSOCIATES

1585 N Barrington Rd, Ste 106, Hoffman Estates 60069 847-884-1220 1440 Maple Ave, Ste 2A Lisle 60532 630-810-1280 • KBoehmDDS.com

Offering state-of-the-art holistic dental care in a relaxed environment, Dr. Boehm and his staff are ready to meet all your dental needs in either of his two locations. Bio-compatible materials and an extensive knowledge of the correlation between oral and overall health are his specialties. Services include safe mercury removal, electrodermal screening for materials compatibility and tooth viability, crowns, bridges, dentures, zirconia implants, homeopathy, cranial osteopathy, orthodontics, ozone therapy, CT/3D imaging, and laser treatment for both gum disease and decay.

WRIGLEYVILLE DENTAL

Dr. Bernice Teplitsky, DDS, PC 3256 N Ashland, Chicago 60657 773-975-6666 WrigleyvilleDental.com In addition to state-of-the-art technology and methods offered by most holistic dentists (microscopes, ozone therapy, etc.), we treat you as a partner. We thoroughly explain your unique situation, provide treatment options and keep you comfortable with Netflix, music and paraffin wax treatments. Now offering reiki treatments. Located off the Brown line. Free garage parking.

HOLISTIC HEALTH PRACTITIONER BIO-ENERGY CENTER

Kankakee Natural Foods BioEnergy Center 815-933-6236 KankakeeNaturalFoods.com Our BioEnergy Center brings together state-ofthe-art machines in one location for an integrative wellness experience. Our approach to healing meets each client’s unique needs through personalized testing and therapies. Come as you are, no appointment needed.

Kankakee Natural Foods Wellness under One Roof.

WHOLE LIFE SPINE & SOFT TISSUE Christopher Codina, DC 33 W Higgins Rd, Ste 735 South Barrington 60010 WholeLifeChiroHE.com

Constantly foam rolling or taking meds to get through the day, just for it to come back?

Learn how something that is easily treated and commonly found in the body may be the reason for your pain. Schedule your free consultation today to learn more. Conveniently located and insurance accepted.

HOLISTIC SKINCARE HOLISTIC SKIN EXPERT: PAULINA IANNOTTA

24W788 75th St, Naperville 60565 (within Estuary Center for Living and Healing Arts) 708-769-5351 HolisticSkinExpert.com Paulina has been a holistic-licensed esthetician since 2010. She believes in balance and treats the body as a whole, and that the skin should be nourished and nurtured with love and not abused with harsh chemicals and treatments. Every treatment is about 2 hours and it’s customized to meet the needs of every individual.

HORMONE HEALTH COACH CRISTINA MADINE

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Rooted in universal principles of change and balance, the study of Zen Shiatsu enriches your life while you learn to help others.

Learn to relieve aches and pains through acupressure and assisted stretching while also listening to the deeper messages our bodies have to tell us. Try an entry-level class and decide if our program is the one you’ve been looking for.

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