March 2020 Natural Awakenings Chicago Magazine

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HEALTHY

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LIVING IN SYNCHRONICITY

The Power of Meaningful Coincidence

HEMP SPROUTS HOPE A New Strategy for Climate Change

THE ROOTS OF

GOOD HEALTH Thriving on a Plant-Based Diet

HOUSEPLANTS FOR HEALTH Channeling Your Inner Botanist

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Contents 22 NORTHWEST

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HEALING CENTER

Combines Diagnostics for Better Results

24 BIG BLOOMS

at Chicago Flower & Garden Show

26 THE ROOTS OF GOOD HEALTH

Thriving on a Plant-Based Diet

30 MEATLESS MAKEOVER

A Plant-Based Spin on Classic Dishes

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36 CBD’S NEW FRONTIER Help for Mental Health

38 VEGAN FITNESS

A Healthy Choice for Body and Planet

40 HEMP GETS HOT Meet the Hardest Working Plant on the Planet

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42 CHANNELING OUR INNER BOTANIST

44 LOOKING FOR LOONS in all the Right Places

46 KIBBLE QUANDARY A Fresh Look at Pet Food

DEPARTMENTS 8 news briefs 14 kudos 16 health briefs 18 global briefs 20 eco brief 20 eco tip 21 teen voices 22 business

spotlight 24 event spotlight 4

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eating 36 healing ways 38 fit body 40 green living 46 natural pet 49 inspiration 50 calendar 55 classifieds 58 resource guide

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growing number of people are moving away from meat as a daily staple and toward plant-based foods, a development that comes with the promise of health benefits and expanded culinary options. While it’s encouraging to follow this trend, it can be overwhelming to sort through all of the hype and new products to figure out what actually makes sense in our daily lives. This month, we’re focusing on ways to seamlessly and confidently transition to more plant-based options in your meals while also enjoying the journey.

If you read my letter regularly, you’ll know I love to garden and cook. It’s not uncommon for me to consult several recipes for ideas and then create my own version of the dish. But that’s not for everyone, I get it, and figuring out what to do with a counter full of new ingredients can be daunting. If you’re on the Peggy Malecki path to a more plant-based approach, my advice is to start with a few basics and try one or two fresh flavors, recipes and ingredients each week.

Yes, it will take time to adjust your tastes, and you may find some things just don’t work for you or your family. And that’s okay. Perhaps start with a main course salad or side dish to ease your family’s taste buds into a more plant-based state of mind. Make a super-savory, well-textured meatless chili or pasta sauce (and don’t tell anyone it’s plantbased). Or, visit one of the many plant-based restaurants in the Chicago area to sample unfamiliar flavors and get ideas for what you can make at home. Many mainstream-fare restaurants also have some amazing plant-based options on their menus; ask your server for recommendations.

Incorporating more veggies into mealtime may mean longer prep times, and here’s a tip: invest in one or two quality chef’s knives and sign up for a knife skills class at a local culinary goods store or community college (or find good online videos from cooking magazines and other instructional sites). Master a few slicing and chopping skills, and you’ll speed up meal prep and enjoy the process a lot more.

Research other things your kitchen may be missing (a large, fine-mesh strainer to rinse and drain quinoa, for example) and upgrade as your budget allows. Find a few blogs or cookbooks that appeal to you and refer to them regularly. As with any new lifestyle goal, gathering the skills and tools you need will set you up for success.

In our main feature this month, “The Roots of Good Health: Thriving on a PlantBased Diet,” April Thompson shares some secrets for adopting a more plant-based lifestyle. We’ve included plenty of recipes to get you started, as well as tips for vegan fitness.

Plants also tie into this issue in other ways, as we explore the houseplant craze (ZZ plants anyone?) and take a look at the potentials of both industrial hemp crops and CBD.

Be sure to check out all that Natural Awakenings has to offer this month, from pointers on pet diets to inspiring words about “synchronicity” and how we can encourage the sometimes life-changing coincidences that can profoundly influence our lives.

One final word for this month of March—SPRING! Oh yes, and three more—Daylight Savings Time! Get outside, enjoy the lengthening days, watch for the first migratory birds at the end of the month, look for loons on an Illinois lake, plan your 2020 garden, start some pepper seedlings indoors, pick up a new houseplant, try a plant-based recipe and experience an amazing month.

Here’s to a Happy Spring Season!

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Personal Fitness Memberships Now Available

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or those looking to get started with personal fitness or raise their level, Get Fit EGV, in Schaumburg, is offering a founding membership during March of $125 per month for unlimited small group training classes (regular $165). An initial personal training session is $75 for 90 minutes or 10 for $450.

Coach Rowena Dziubla says, “Finding the right fit is hard.

Whether you are talking about your clothes, the right gym, a personal trainer or days and times to incorporate a healthier lifestyle, the number one thing to consider is moderation. Biting off more than you can chew will almost always result in not being able to achieve the goals you’ve set. You don’t have to sacrifice the foods you love to follow a good nutrition plan, and you don’t have to waddle into work to consider it a good workout.”

Location: 1622 E. Algonquin Rd., Ste. D1, within ISO Fitness, Schaumburg. For a free consultation, call 773-849-4990 or email CoachRo@GetFitEGV.com. For more information, visit GetFitEGV.com.

See ad in the Community Resource Guide.

Spring Renewal Holistic Fair and Birthday Celebration at A.R.E.

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o celebrate the birthday in March of the American clairvoyant Edgar Cayce (1877-1945), the Association for Research and Enlightenment, in Des Plaines, is holding a Spring Renewal A.R.E. Holistic Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., March 7.

Emphasizing the work of Cayce, the fair provides a forum for like-minded people to come together, discuss and explore a wide range of remedies and metaphysical practices associated with health and personal growth.

It’ll be a day filled with self-exploration and insightful experiences through unique lectures, individual consultations with multiple practitioners and a variety of products from vendors.

Edgar Cayce

The bookstore will be open during the event, offering a wide range of metaphysical titles, a free lending library for A.R.E. members and one of the largest selections of Cayce products and remedies in the U.S. Admission is free and donations are accepted. Location: 259 E. Central Rd., Des Plaines. For more information, call 847-299-6535.

See ad on page 37 and in the Community Resource Guide.

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#EachForEqual at Hip Circle

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he nonprofit Hip Circle Empowerment Center will celebrate International Women’s Day by throwing a barefoot gala from 4-8 p.m. on March 8. The event will feature the powerful speaker Heather “Byrd” Roberts, a dinner and dialogue to discuss the theme #EachForEqual, a Belly Dance experience led by Executive Director Malik Turley, and a silent auction to benefit women in the Evanston and Rogers Park community.

Through a full schedule of dance and fitness offerings, the center helps women meet their wellness goals, find an outlet for their creative expression and connect with a community of women with similar wants and needs. Turley describes the “decisive mission that through dance, fitness and community, we empower all women to believe they are strong, beautiful and worthy of attention.”

Board President Katie Nordine says the center is “where you are accepted and loved just for showing up, and everyone is able to be themselves—it’s a magical, magical thing.”

Location: 727 Howard St., Evanston. For tickets, visit bit.ly/EachForEqual.

Grief Workshop with Terri Daniel

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hicago IANDS presents Grief as a Mystical Journey for those mourning the death of a loved one or a loss of any kind from 1 to 5 p.m., March 15, at Mallinckrodt College, with author, educator, endof-life advisor and intuitive counselor Dr. Terri Daniel, CT, CCTP. She is certified in death, dying and bereavement by the Association of Death Education and Counseling, and in trauma support by the International Association of Trauma Professionals.

Terri Daniel

The workshop will be followed by an optional evening of mediumship readings by Suzane Northrop, internationally known psychic medium, author and bereavement expert. She is the author of more than three bestselling books and has helped thousands to heal from the loss of loved ones by bridging the gap between the world of the living and the spiritual world where the departed reside.

Admission is $95; mediumship readings from 7 to 9 p.m. are $30 (both for $110). Location: 1041A Ridge Rd., (S. Entrance), Wilmette.

For more information, visit Chicagoiands.eventbrite.com. See ad on page 21.

Photo courtesy of Hip Circle Studio

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Mark Drugs Co-Sponsors Monthly Pet Adoption Program

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WCPT radio can be heard on 820AM and at WCPT820.com. Mark Drugs location: 1020 N. Milwaukee, Ste. 140, Deerfield. For more information, call 847-419-9898 or visit MarkDrugs.com. See ad on page 29 and in the Community Resource Guide.

Creative Youth Summer Camp Opportunities in Highland Park

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he Art Center Highland Park Summer Camp classes are enrolling now, offering the best teachers in ceramics, photography, drawing, painting and printmaking for a variety of ages.

Programs of one and two weeks or more are available from June 15 to August 7.

The Art Center Highland Park, a nonprofit, is dedicated to education in the contemporary visual arts through classes, outreach programs, gallery exhibitions and events. Their vibrant arts community delivers on the promise of “making art available to all.”

Early bird pricing valid through Apr. 1.

Location: 1957 Sheridan Rd., Highland Park. For more information and to register, call 847-432-1888.

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Naturally Beautiful Garden Conference Features Doug Tallamy

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oug Tallamy, visionary native wildlife advocate and researcher, will be the keynote speaker at the Naturally Beautiful Garden Conference from 12:45 to 4:30 p.m., April 4, at Unity Temple, in Oak Park. The event will feature national and local experts showing how ordinary people can heal nature while bringing beauty to our communities. Tallamy will base his remarks on his new book, Nature’s Best Hope: A New Approach to Conservation that Starts in Your Yard, and outline simple steps to reverse declining biodiversity, including changing our landscape designs so they can sustain the plants and animals that sustain us.

Community horticulturist Ken Williams and permaculture designer and teacher Annamaria Leon will complement Tallamy’s talk with a discussion of community gardening and permaculture principles in Building Neighborhood Ecosystems. Their presentation will show how even those that don’t have yards can participate through community gardens in which beauty isn’t the highest goal: health and biodiversity will be.

The conference is co-hosted by the West Cook chapter of Wild Ones and the Eco-Justice Team of Unity Temple Unitarian Universalist Congregation.

Admission: $15 to $20 in advance; $20 to $25 the day of event. Location: 875 Lake St., Oak Park. For more information and to register, visit NativePlantConference.org.

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ark Drugs Compounding Pharmacy is co-sponsoring the Chicagoland Pet of the Month adoption effort, in coordination with Love Fur Dogs Pet Grooming and Chicago’s WCPT radio. Each month, they spotlight an adorable, adoptable dog or cat from Magnificent Mutts and Meows Rescue (MagnificentMutts.org), highlighting the adoption on The Joan Esposito Show. The next online adoption event is Esposito’s March 27 program, between 2 and 5 p.m.

The organization brings one furry celebrity each month to the studio where they are joined by Jennifer Bishop-Jenkins of Love Fur Dogs (LoveFurDogs.com), in Glencoe, and Mark Drugs to talk about why rescue is best.

Craig J. Batogowski, Pharm.D., IACP, owner of Mark Drugs Deerfield and prescription compounding specialist at that location, appears on the program to discuss natural approaches to dog and cat care.

Mark Drugs Pharmacy specializes in the custom compounding of medications, assuring that people and pets get the proper prescriptions for their unique needs and conditions.

Absolute Beginner Ballet and Tap Classes for Adults

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ime to Dance, a division of the nonprofit CBG Institute for Dance and Health, will offer a five-week workshop beginning April 14 to teach students 50 and older the foundations of ballet and tap at the North Shore School of Dance, in Highland Park.

Designed for individuals with no previous dance training or that desire to get back to dance, but feel they need a refresher course, classes will cover basic steps, technique and terminology, with the goal of helping students develop new skills that’ll enable them to enjoy the pleasure and health benefits that come from experiencing creative movement through dance.

Ballet classes will be taught by co-founder Lynne Belsky, M.D., a former professional dancer with the Joffrey Ballet. Lorraine Chase, with 25 years of experience with the North Shore School of Dance, will lead the tap series.

Cost: $75. Location: 505 Laurel Ave., Highland Park. For more information and to register, call 847-510-3357 or visit cbg-Institute. org. See ad on this page and in the Community Resource Guide.

Tuesday: 1:30-2:30 pm Thursday: 12:30-1:30 pm Sunday: 10:30-11:30 am

Classes designed for people ages 50+ Classes are held at North Shore School of Dance 505 Laurel Ave., Highland Park

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New Kemetic Music Release by Tchiya Amet

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new song, Two Roads, is now available from Tchiya Amet, a reggae and world music artist for 30 years, for streaming (Tinyurl.com/TwoRoadsByTchiyaAmet) and downloading. Hiram Broyls is featured on bass, Tim “Cream” Jones on guitar, Adam Zanolini on flute and Chris Pequite on percussion. “This is not a reggae song, not even a meditation song. This is purely original music sharing ancient wisdom,” says Amet.

The message of the music is about making choices in life: choosing spirit over the ego. She says, “This world is an illusion, and once we can embrace this, we’re clearly on the road to enlightenment. Remember: The goal of yoga is unity of body, mind and spirit.”

Amet has been a cosmic sound healer since 2007, and a chantress, kemetic singing priestess since 2017. KemeTones also offers special guest healer/presentations at the Light Being Wellness Center.

Tchiya Amet

KemeTones Cosmic Sound Healing and Light Being Wellness Center are located at 8008 S. Ellis Ave., Ste. 2, Chicago. For more information, call 773-571-1591 or visit NewDay.Tchiya.com/kemetones. See ad on page 25 and in the Community Resource Guide.

TMJ Often Diagnostically Confused With Migraines

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he Head and Neck Pain Center, founded by Dr. Richard Goldman, DDS, FAGD, is a unique facility dedicated exclusively to the diagnosis, treatment and study of temporomandibular joint dysfunction syndrome (TMJ) and related disorders. The types of patients typically seen include those that suffer from chronic headaches and/or neck, jaw and back pain, as well as chronic pain patients that have undergone multiple unsuccessful treatments or have experienced pain after a traumatic accident or injury.

Goldman’s innovative comprehensive approach has helped many patients achieve long-lasting results without the use of pain medications.

Most of the patients at the center have been in Richard Goldman, DDS, FAGD chronic pain for years, seen a multitude of healthcare practitioners and spent thousands of dollars without finding relief. At the Head and Neck Pain Center, if a patient doesn’t begin responding to treatments in four visits, 50 percent of treatment costs will be refunded.

Goldman’s book, The TMJ Syndrome: The Overlooked Diagnosis, is available for free download on the website.

Location: 111 N. Wabash, Ste. 2011, Chicago. For more information and to make appointments, call 312-920-0505 or visit HeadAndNeck.com. See ad on page 17.

Registration Open for Field Museum Summer Camps

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hicago’s Field Museum is offering a variety of summer camp options for students from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade, and are designed to foster a love of science and exploration. Additional programs are available for high school students.

Field Explorers Camp (ages 5 to 10): This summer, set young explorers on a journey through the animal kingdom. Field Explorers Camp invites kids to investigate the fascinating ways plants, animals and bugs adapt to survive. Through hands-on activities, campers discover the science of life on Earth.

Tween Camp: Scales, Slimes and Stories! (grades 6 to 8): Take a look into the world of herpetology (reptiles and amphibians) and tell their stories. Partnering with scientists and educators, go behind the scenes in their exhibitions and collections and create a science-based project.

Dino Camp (ages 3 to 4): A Dino Camp and summer day camp for budding paleontologists, accompanied by an adult caregiver. Preschoolers dig for dinosaur bones, learn how to spot a dinosaur, explore exhibits and fossils, and play games.

Cool Down Camp (ages 3 to 4): Stay cool with science this summer in a day camp just for preschoolers and their adult caregivers. Investigate through hands-on science, exhibit exploration and more.

Kids bring home tips and tricks to help animals gather the supplies they need for the winter.

Scholarships are available. For more information including dates and to register, visit FieldMuseum.org.

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“Consumers have questions and we would like to accommodate them,” he says.

Topical Soothing Salves have been reformulated, doubling the potency to 400 milligrams per ounce, and beeswax has been replaced with candelilla wax.

Galanopoulos says, “Our consumers won’t compromise on quality or the environment and are concerned about the bees.

We looked into it; they’re right, so we reformulated. This is an amazing product even without the hemp extract; the all-organic ingredients include jojoba oil, coconut oil, St. John’s wort, arnica, yarrow, rosemary, lavender essential oil and black pepper essential oil. Those who know their herbs love it.”

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Become a Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra Teacher

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ennifer Reis, the creator of Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra and Five Element Yoga, will offer a 40-hour Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra Teacher Training from May 13 through 17 at Heaven Meets Earth Yoga Studio, in Evanston. The course is intended for yoga teachers, therapists, counselors, health professionals, parents and everyone else interested in guiding others to relax and heal.

Participants do not need to be a yoga teacher to take this training, and 40 continuing education credits are available through Yoga Alliance, YACEP and others. Students will receive a certificate upon completion of the training. Reis, E-RYT 500, Certified Yoga Therapist IAYT, Kripalu School of Yoga and Integrative Yoga Therapy faculty, LMT, Ayurveda and Shiatsu therapist, has been leading trainings and retreats for 15 years.

Reis says, “Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra, developed in 2004, is the antidote for modern life! This guided meditation has the ability to heal and transform in all levels of being (koshas), including the physical, energetic, mental, emotional, witness and bliss bodies.” There are more than 1,000 graduates of Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra Teacher Training. Participants gain the skills they need to lead others into deeper levels of freedom and health than they ever imagined possible.

Cost is $695 before Mar. 20, $770 after that, course manual is $45.

Location: 2746 Central St., Evanston. Register at Tinyurl.com/DivineSleepTraining. For more information, call 847-475-1500.

Natural Awakenings Looking for Cover Artists

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reative individuals that would like to see their work featured on the cover of a nationally distributed magazine now have an exceptional opportunity. Natural Awakenings is extending a call for cover art and accepting submissions online via a dedicated webpage. Now in its 26th year, the franchised, monthly, healthy living publication that’s available in more than 70 U.S. markets is known for eye-catching covers that feature original works by artists from around the world.

“This is an exciting opportunity for artists to be featured on one of our covers and reach a huge new audience because our monthly readership exceeds 2.5 million,” says founder and CEO Sharon Bruckman. Selected artists that grant permission to have their work appear on a cover are featured in a one-third page, professionally written “Cover Artist” bio-style piece that describes the artist and includes their contact information.

Natural Awakenings covers reflect monthly editorial themes and a variety of selections are distributed to all franchise publishers so they can choose which they want to use. “Our covers are creative and help convey our mission of mapping out alternate routes to a healthier, happier and longer life,” says Bruckman. “Art that is inspiring, uplifting and occasionally whimsical can unlock our imagination and nurture our spirit.”

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new Holistic Chamber of Commerce (HCC) chapter comes to the northwest suburbs, led by Chris Noble and Dee Bayro. “Schaumburg is the perfect place for the Holistic Chamber of Commerce.

We have a large population here that is the perfect center point between Chicago and Rockford and a community that really values many products and services. It’s time for us to come together and show the standard of integrity and professionalism we bring to the work we do. I see association with the international organization as a natural partnership for our vibrant and growing holistic business and consumer community. We are in the service business, yet we are still hidden. That marketing aspect is where I really see a need for support. The HCC offers that,” says Bayro.

Noble is the owner of Noble Solutions 4U. Meetings are held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. every third Thursday of the month.

Meeting location: 830 E. Higgins Rd., Ste. 116. For more information, call Chris Noble (president) at 847-826-7549, Dee Bayro (vice president) at 630-309-2409 or visit HolisticChamberOfCommerce.co/schaumburg.

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Practice Yoga to Help the Brain It’s long been known that vigorous, sweaty aerobics strengthen the brain and help grow new neurons, but the latest research from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign shows that practicing gentle hatha yoga enhances many of those same brain structures and functions. The analysis, published in Brain Plasticity, examined 11 studies that used brain-imaging techniques to evaluate outcomes of hatha yoga, which involves body movements, meditation and breathing exercises. The researchers concluded that the hippocampus, which is involved in memory processing and typically shrinks with age, increased in volume with yoga. The amygdala, which helps regulate emotions, tends to be larger in yoga practitioners. Other brain regions that are larger or more efficient in enthusiasts are the prefrontal cortex, essential to planning and decision-making; the default mode network, involved in planning and memory; and the cingulate cortex, which plays a key role in emotional regulation, learning and memory.

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Researchers from Beijing Geriatric Hospital, in a meta-analysis of 12 studies involving 47,523 patients with cardiovascular disease, found that those that supplemented with folic acid (vitamin B9) reduced their risk of stroke by 15 percent. Folic acid, which the study authors called a “safe and inexpensive therapy,” lowers levels of homocysteine, an amino acid linked to heart disease; research indicates that 0.5 to 5 milligrams daily can reduce homocysteine levels by approximately 25 percent.

Drinking either not enough or too much water can decrease cognitive performance in older women, Penn State University researchers reported in the European Journal of Nutrition.

In a nationwide study, 1,271 women and 1,235 men over age 60 gave blood samples, answered questionnaires about the previous day’s food and drinks, and performed cognitive tests to measure working memory, brain processing speed and sustained attention. Women, but not men, performed more poorly if they were not in the “sweet spot” of just enough hydration, typically around two liters a day. “As we age, our water reserves decline due to reductions in muscle mass, our kidneys become less effective at retaining water and hormonal signals that trigger thirst and motivate water intake become blunted,” explains lead author Hilary Bethancourt, in urging greater attention to hydration levels.

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Catch Some Rays to Boost Gut Health Fresh evidence is emerging of a skin-gut axis that links type B ultraviolet (UVB) exposure to the microbiome, a finding that has implications for those suffering from autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. University of British Columbia researchers divided 21 healthy young women into two groups: Nine took vitamin D supplements during Vancouver’s long, dark winter, and 12 didn’t. After three months, only the non-supplement-takers tested as being deficient in vitamin D. Both groups were exposed to three, one-minute, full-body UVB light sessions; within a week, vitamin D levels increased 10 percent on average and the gut microbiota diversity of the low-D group rose to match that of the sufficient-D group. Along with other probiotic bacteria, Lachnospiraceae species, typically low in the guts of people with inflammatory diseases, increased with the UVB exposure.

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Try Vitamins and Garlic to Lower Gastric Cancer Risk In a rural region of China where gastric cancer is common, researchers found in a two-decade study that two approaches—antibiotics and vitamin/ mineral supplements—protected against it. Both methods, as well as a garlic supplement, significantly reduced death rates from the cancer.

Peking University Cancer Hospital and Institute researchers enrolled 3,365 residents ages 35 to 64 from 13 villages with symptoms of H. pylori, a gut bacteria linked to increased risk of ulcers and cancer.

Two weeks of conventional antibiotics treatment reduced the risk of gastric cancer over a 22-year period, and twice-daily supplements of 250 milligrams (mg) of vitamin C, 100 international units of vitamin E and 37.5 micrograms of selenium taken for seven years also reduced gastric cancer incidence. Garlic in the form of 400 mg aged garlic extract and one mg of steam-distilled garlic oil was given to a third group for seven years. All three treatments significantly slashed the gastric cancer fatality rate.

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Electric propulsion has long been a goal of aviation manufacturers to lessen the carbon footprint of air travel.

On December 11, Vancouver, Canada-based Harbour Air launched the first successful test flight of an all-electric aircraft. Founder and CEO Greg McDougall piloted a 1956 de Havilland Beaver seaplane, rechristened the ePlane. Retrofitted with a 750-horsepower magni500 motor by MagniX, it took off from a dock on the Fraser River in Richmond, British Columbia, and flew for four minutes. The certification process will take one to two years. After that, the retrofits of the company’s existing fleet of small planes can begin. The challenge for airlines seeking to go green with large aircraft is that current technology leaves electric engines relatively weak for their weight and they have a short battery life, but these factors do not deter Harbour Air, which went carbon-neutral in 2007 and flies mostly short hops in the Northwest.

Tequila Waste Turned into Bio-Straws

Jose Cuervo, the bestselling tequila maker globally, has initiated an eco-friendly process of salvaging the leftover agave fibers from its distilling process and upcycling them into a more sustainable alternative to regular plastic straws. The biodegradable drinking straw will decompose up to 200 times faster than regular plastic. Made with an agave biobased and U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved composite, the new straws replace about a third of the polymers used in traditional straw production, and at the end of its lifecycle a straw can be consumed by microorganisms to fully biodegrade within one to five years in landfill conditions. The company plans to distribute millions of the straws this year at bars, restaurants and Jose Cuervo events across the U.S. and Mexico.

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Copenhagen has dramatically refashioned the look and function of a power station with a new state-of-the-art, waste-to-power plant that powers 200,000 homes and doubles—actually, sextuples—as a ski slope, a climbing wall, a viewing tower, a hiking and running trail network, and a bar and restaurant. Named Copenhill, “It is the cleanest waste-to-energy power plant in the world,” says architect Bjarke Ingels. “It is a crystal clear example of ‘Hedonistic Sustainability’ because a sustainable city is not only better for the environment, it is also more enjoyable for the lives of its citizens.” The building, 278 feet tall at its apex, has a glass elevator for viewing the inner workings of how the city’s trash is transformed into both Palau Bans Chemicals electricity and heating, as well to Save Reefs as the best view in town of the Palau is the first country in the harbor. It has three ski lifts that world to ban ecologically harmful serve a one-third-mile course sunscreens containing oxybencoated with a special “plastic zone and octinoxate. Studies have grass” that provides the perfound the ingredients cause coral fect friction for both skiing and DNA to mutate in the larval stage, snowboarding. It even features which prevents coral from growthe tallest climbing wall in the ing properly and makes it more world, designed with overhangs susceptible to bleaching. Palau, and ledges of white, like an icy with a population of about 20,000 mountain. Ingels says 97 perpeople spread across 340 islands cent of Copenhagen residents between Australia and Japan, is a get their heating as a byproduct diving hotspot for tourists, and one of energy production from an of its lagoons has been named an integrated system in which the official UNESCO World Heritage electricity, heating and waste Site. President Tommy Remengesau disposal are combined into a says, “We have to live and respect single process. Copenhagen the environment, because the has a goal of becoming the environment is the nest of life.” world’s first carbon-neutral city by 2025.

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ICON, an Austin-based startup, built the first permitted 3D-printed house in the U.S. in its hometown in 2018. Since then, the company has built a small neighborhood in Mexico and launched its Vulcan II printer, which can produce houses measuring up to 2,000 square feet. San Francisco-based Apis Cor is another company in the 3D-printing space: It has just completed a two-story, 6,900-square-foot building in Dubai and it plans to build a demonstration house in Santa Barbara, California, this year. Another tech startup, Haus.me, has opened an assembly plant in Reno, where it plans to ship its first offthe-grid models to buyers in Nevada, California and Arizona.

In the Netherlands, a consortium of companies has set up a factory with 3D-printing machines that use concrete; it plans to supply materials for five homes to be built in the city of Eindhoven. The upside of using 3D-printing techniques for building houses include lower cost, less waste and reduced construction time—six weeks versus six months. Current barriers include a lack of regulation and building codes, and a limit on the types of materials that can be used. The process is limited largely to plastics and concrete, and homes requiring wood or steel still need to use traditional methods.

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Eating more fruits and vegetables as part of a plant-based diet is catching on. In 2019, more than one third of Americans said they plan to incorporate more plant-based foods into their diets to achieve their wellness resolutions, according to data company YouGov. For those new to “green eating”—and even for veggie-minded veterans— lots of helpful information is available now on what to consider in buying, preparing, re-using and discarding food.

The Environmental Working Group’s website at ewg.org/foodnews makes it easy to research pesticide levels in produce. Check out the Clean Fifteen and Dirty Dozen—the most toxin-free and toxin-heavy fruits and vegetables—along with related news and developments.

Home deliveries of local and organic produce can save time and gas consumption from shopping. Some of the leading regional services include Fresh Direct (FreshDirect. com), Sun Basket (SunBasket.com), Green Bean Delivery (GreenBeanDelivery.com), Irv & Shelly’s Fresh Picks (FreshPicks.com) and Territory Foods (TerritoryFoods.com).

Composting combines food scraps with lawn and garden trimmings and more into a nutrient-rich, natural garden fertilizer. A useful guide to composting basics by the Environmental Protection Agency can be found at epa. gov/recycle/composting-home.

The phenomenon of food scrapping—using the parts of produce in recipes that are often thrown out—saves money in shopping, is easier on the environment and pleasingly leads to creative and innovative meals. A number of cookbooks are dedicated to the subject, including Cooking With Scraps: Turn Your Peels, Cores, Rinds, and Stems into Delicious Meals, by Lindsay-Jean Hard and Scraps, Peels, and Stems: Recipes and Tips for Rethinking Food Waste at Home, by Jill Lightner.

Plant-based foods can be swapped for traditional ingredients in countless recipes. MotherEarthLiving.com explains how aquafaba—the water from a can of beans— can replace egg whites, even in meringues. Bananas, applesauce and ground flaxseeds or chia seeds can substitute for eggs to bind baked goods. Coconut oil can replace butter and nutritional yeast can do the job of parmesan when sprinkled on pasta.

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Openlands partnered with ComEd in 2013 to begin the Green Region program, and they are accepting applications for grants of up to $10,000 to support open space projects that focus on planning, acquisition and improvements to local parks, natural areas and recreation resources. Grant recipients can use Green Region grants in combination with other funding sources to cover a portion of the expenses associated with developing and/or supporting their open space programs. These grants have facilitated restoration for more than 900 acres of land at 181 community sites, working alongside public agencies to plan, protect and improve open space.

A wide range of projects have been funded by the Green Region Program, including a public-access boardwalk around a wetland at a park with signage interpreting the wildflowers growing in that wetland; and designating a parcel of land to build a public trail and plant prairie wildflowers. Each acre restored creates a large impact for pollinator habitat renewal for our region.

Open space in our communities is a crucial element of the quality of our lives. Municipalities, townships, counties, park districts, conservation districts and forest preserve districts all serve important roles in preserving open spaces for the public to enjoy nature where they live.

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Albeit vocal, most protesters are still the minority.

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Cody’s interest in preventive wellness came after she was paralyzed by Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) in 2010, when she lost the ability to move her body from the neck down, including breathing on her own or even being able to talk. While in the ICU, she was very thankful to receive emergency care.

When Cody had recovered enough to be released from the ICU, she chose to go home and seek holistic treatments such as supplements, chiropractic care and intentional healing. “I will always be thankful for the emergency care I received, but after the emergency was over, I knew there was a better path to wellness and healing through a more holistic approach,” says Cody .

Cody has a background in mechanical engineering and became more involved in the technical modes of supporting holistic health after she married Dr. Michael Cody, a pediatric chiropractor. Sadly, Cody and her children lost him due to a genetic defect that lead to leukemia, and knowing that a genetic defect could exist in their children, she was motivated more than ever to improve her and her children’s lives and the lives of others by detecting dysfunction at the earliest stage possible.

“I understand how it feels to be in the middle of a health emergency. I know what it means to be scared when facing a medical concern. I started Northwest Healing to provide resources and options for people like me seeking a more holistic approach to their health care,” continues Cody. “We provide radiation-free solutions and alternative healing options, providing additional knowledge to help you navigate your personal health care choices.”

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Cody brings her own experience to thermography as she turned to the technology after discovering lumps in her breast nearly a decade ago. A few years before that, Cody was at a gathering of chiropractors hosted

by Patrick Gentempo; over dinner, Dr. Joseph Mercola talked about thermography coming from a holistic point of view and the benefits of no radiation. Remembering this conversation and wanting to avoid another mammogram because she had been exposed to an excessive amount of radiation while battling GBS, Cody chose thermography and was able to avoid invasive testing and learn that her lump was not cause for alarm.

“Thermography helps identify active cancer in early stages and other dysfunction by the detection of its unique thermal pattern. Thermal imaging makes it possible to detect abnormal activities. Thermography, along with mammograms and ultrasounds, are all wonderful screening tools, each with their own pros and cons. The pro that I love the most with thermography is the ability to detect active breast cancer five to eight years before a lump can be detected by mammography, and the scan is non-invasive,” says Cody. She urges that if you receive a concerning report with any of these screening tool that you seek one of the other technologies to have a different look at your concerns.

After the loss of her husband, Cody was introduced to the AO Scan Digital Body Analyzer. An AO Scan identifies frequencies in the human body by analyzing disrupted oscillations due to injury, diet, stress or

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“What I realized is I’d found the perfect team; thermography helps us find pain and dysfunction and the AO Scan helps us to pinpoint the cause of the dysfunction. From there, we can address what our bodies need to be healthier,” continues Cody.

Cody’s professional and personal experience provide alternative options for others. After detecting dysfunctions, a person can use nutrition, exercise and other care such as chiropractic to change a health issue before it becomes an emergency. Offering practical knowledge for your important healthcare decisions, Cody’s mission is to promote health, relaxation and well-being.

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verything is coming up roses, Azaleas, perennials, annuals and more when the annual Chicago Flower & Garden Show, presented by 811 Chicago and Peoples Gas, ushers in spring from March 18 through 22 at Navy Pier.

This year’s theme, “20/20 Focus on Flowers,” promises a fresh experience, with several new exhibits and activities staying true to a celebration of flowers.

Begin your garden walk with a 16-foot walled, spectacular, multi-sensory display of floral imagery, flowers and planters: an entrance fit for a new focus and a new decade, not to mention a great photo opportunity created by Kehoe Designs.

Continue your walk by taking in the majestic display of more than 20 unique garden exhibits featuring more than 700 plant varieties. Some that are certain to make you stop and smell the hyacinths are the “Focus on Spring” garden showcasing an all-new take on our annual tulip garden; the Spring Garden, featuring Flowers for Dreams Floral market offering a wonderful variety of fresh-cut floral stems and their talented designers on-site to help create Make-N-Take arrangements; and the “Pathways: Dreams, Explore, Discover” garden, featuring local female artists who are challenged each year to create a new fiber art project that shares their personal journey set in a new garden designed by In & Out Design.

And you won’t want to, or be able to miss the display of 39 floral-themed quilts created by members of the American Quilter’s Society. Suspended 30 feet above a 40-foot-by-40-foot quilt-patterned garden, this is a rare opportunity to see floral art in this form, and the first time the American Quilter’s Society (AmericanQuilter.com) has displayed its members’ creations of this magnitude outside its own events.

Flower power comes in all forms and continues with competitions, stunning floral fashions, photography, Tablescapes, window boxes and more. Being inspired will not be difficult at this year’s show!

An exciting return to the 2020 Show is the Best in Bloom florist competition. The competition helps kick off the 2020 Show on March 18 with eight of the region’s leading florists on-stage at 11 a.m. competing to create the best cut floral arrangement in 30 minutes. The winner receives the title of Chicago’s Top Floral Designer, along with other prizes. Arrive early to get a seat at this coveted event.

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show, now a garden exhibit to be enjoyed by all attendees throughout the five-day event. The Wintrust Bank Hort Couture Garden will feature oneof-a-kind floral fashions displayed on mannequins by 12 local designers.

Show-goers are invited to text-tovote for their favorite design.

All those in the Chicagoland region with a talent to focus their lens on flowers will be featured in the Horticultural Photo Contest. Look for selected photos in the Green Gallery.

The popular Tablescapes and Window Box exhibits return this year, with regional interior designers, florists and gardening clubs creating splendid and innovative displays in dining room and window box vignettes.

The Chicago Flower & Garden Show has the world’s only Kids Activity Garden, supporting its mission to cultivate the next generation of gardeners.

The Kids Activity Garden, sponsored

by JULIE1Call, features numerous free activities, including a new butterfly encounter, bug zoo, paint your own bird house (for the first 300 children) and many more fun, green activities.

Also new to the Show is a rare look at a locktender wife’s garden with the interactive Illinois & Michigan Canal Corridor 1848 Garden, featuring plants and more from the era.

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Continuing your walk through the show, also plan to check out the small spaces and parkway gardens; new technology exhibits that will “wow”, such as a rooftop garden that uses smart phones to turn on music, lighting and other outdoor features; and the presenting sponsors’ 811 Chicago and Peoples Gas Safety and Awareness Garden, providing messaging to call before you dig in your yard this spring, whether it be for a new garden, fence, mailbox or other project.

Finally, don’t miss the opportunity to tour Plant Truck Chicago. Introduced last summer as the city’s first mobile gardening boutique, its mission is to provide access to plant material to residents of urban and underserved communities. Starting in April, Plant Truck Chicago will make “food truck-style” appearances throughout Chicago.

The pop-up boutique sells terrariums, succulents and other houseplants and small gardening products. All proceeds benefit The Get Growing Foundation (GetGrowingFoundation.org), the Chicago Flower & Garden Show’s nonprofit umbrella organization.

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It’s not a diet or a fad; it’s a way of life.

THE ROOTS OF GOOD HEALTH Thriving on a Plant-Based Diet

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hether identifying as vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, flexitarian or other veggie-friendly variant, a growing number of Americans are moving away from meat products and toward plant-rich foods. Most come to a plant-based diet for personal, planetary or animal welfare reasons; however, they stay for the flavorful foods they discover along their dietary journey and the health benefits they reap.

Marly McMillen-Beelman was prescribed medications to alleviate symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. “I knew I didn’t want to be on prescriptions, so I decided to change my diet, beginning by giving up meat, dairy and eggs. I immediately felt much better and my symptoms went away naturally,” says the Kansas 26

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City, Missouri, author of The Everything Vegan Meal Prep Cookbook and founder of Chopped Academy, an online resource for food bloggers. “Now I eat an even greater variety of food than I did before I went vegan.”

While only 3 percent of Americans identified as vegan and 5 percent as vegetarian in a recent Gallup Poll, a 2018 report by restaurant consultants Baum + Whiteman indicates that about 83 percent are eating more plant-based foods.

Embarking on a plant-based diet is a lifelong adventure, but it can take time to adjust. Experts recommend a healthy dose of self-love with the newfound fondness for fruits and veggies. “Give yourself some slack and realize that dietary changes do not happen overnight,” says

April Murray, a registered dietician in Costa Mesa, California. “Start with familiar plant-based foods you already enjoy, and ease into trying new foods, whether tempeh or lentils.”

A plant-oriented diet also can be flexible; health advocates encourage individuals to find a diet that works for them and their families. Leah Webb, the Asheville, North Carolina, author of Simple and Delicious Recipes for Cooking with Whole Foods on a Restrictive Diet, has adapted her diet over time to accommodate her family’s health needs.

Although Webb has always maintained a plant-rich diet, she began incorporating some animal products when her son was born. “He had severe food allergies and asthma, and needed a more diverse diet,”

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explains Webb, whose daughter also has cystic fibrosis. Cutting out grains was a game-changer in “calming down his gut, where most of immune response lies,” says Webb. “He is now off asthma medication and the number of allergens he suffers from has dropped from seven to two.”

Webb’s family eats bountifully from their backyard garden, complemented by meat and produce from local farmers’ markets, where she can be certain the foods were produced sustainably and humanely.

“I use meat to flavor soups or accent vegetables, rather than as the star of the show.

I like to focus on real flavors, using lots of garlic, herbs and spices,” says Webb.

Murray, author of The Everything Pegan Diet Cookbook: 300 Recipes for Starting—and Maintaining—the Pegan Diet, follows that diet, a mash-up of paleo and vegan regimens that focuses on whole, fresh and sustainable food high in healthy fats and vitamins. The Pegan diet eschews refined sugar and highly processed foods, while allowing meat, poultry, fish and eggs, as well as gluten-free grains, legumes and dairy products in small amounts.

“This diet can be helpful to different people in so many ways,” says Murray.

“For people with diabetes and blood sugar dysregulation, this high-fiber diet can

Start with familiar plant-based foods you already enjoy, and ease into trying new foods, whether tempeh or lentils. ~April Murray help lower blood sugar and insulin levels.

Heart health will improve, as you’ll be eating less animal products, which can be high in cholesterol and saturated fat. Many individuals also find themselves losing unwanted weight as they get filled up so quickly with these whole foods.”

Plant-Based Nutrition Made Easy

While some worry about getting sufficient nutrients on a largely plant-based diet, nutrition experts say these fears are unfounded. “People think they need to calculate every nutrient, but if you eat a plant-centered, whole-foods diet, you will get every vitamin and mineral you need to thrive,” says Ocean Robbins, co-founder of the Food Revolution Network and author of The 31-Day Food Revolution: Heal Your Body, Feel Great, and Transform Your World. Legumes, nuts and seeds are all healthy, abundant sources of protein and iron.

Reed Mangels, author of Your Complete Vegan Pregnancy: Your All-in-One Guide to a Healthy, Holistic, Plant-Based Pregnancy, busts the myth that cow’s milk is a must for growing bones. “Calcium, vitamin D and protein are the nutrients we usually associate with bone health. One easy way to get all three is a soy-based or pea protein-based plant milk that is fortified with calcium and vitamin D,” says Mangels, adding that green vegetables like kale, bok choy, collards and broccoli are great sources of calcium.

“‘Eating the rainbow’ is great way to make sure you’re consuming a variety of nutrients,” offers London-based Ben Pook, who co-authored the cookbook So Vegan in 5 with his partner Roxy Pope. “Many vitamins, minerals and antioxidants bring their own distinctive colors to fruits and vegetables, so preparing colorful meals is a simple way of getting as many nutrients into your diet as possible.”

Getting Social

Dietary changes can be challenging to navigate initially, particularly when faced with social situations ranging from family gatherings to cohabitation. Having a good plan going into such situations can help ease the transition, say experts. “Never show up to an event hungry. You will be more likely to make a good decision if you

Plant-Based Primer

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avigating the lexicon of plant-based diets can be tricky, and choosing a diet even trickier. Here’s a brief guide to some of the commonly used terms.

Flexitarians eat a mainly vegetarian diet, but will consume meat on occasion.

Pegans (a term coined by Dr. Mark Hyman, who follows the diet) focus on eating vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, meat, fish and eggs, while avoiding dairy, grains, legumes, sugar and processed foods.

Pescatarians like radio host Howard Stern eat fish, seafood and other forms of animal products such as dairy, but don’t eat other forms of meat such as chicken, beef or pork.

Plant-based diets, followed by celebrities like Ben Stiller, consist mostly or entirely of foods derived from plants, including vegetables, grains, nuts, seeds, legumes and fruits, with few or no animal products.

Vegans don’t consume any animal products, including eggs, dairy, honey or gelatin. Famous vegans include Ellen DeGeneres, Betty White, Beyonce, Bill Clinton, Madonna and Venus Williams.

Vegetarians refrain from meat and seafood, but will consume dairy or other animal byproducts such as honey. Well-known vegetarians include Albert Einstein, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Doris Day, Jane Goodall, Kristen Wiig and Prince.

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are nourished. On the way there, remind yourself why you are making the transition to plant-based eating,” suggests Murray.

“I call myself a secular vegan because I don’t have a dogmatic approach to the way I eat. If I go to a family dinner and someone has made something special for me, but they used a non-vegan cheese, I will respect my family member’s effort and eat some of it. These situations will pop up from time to time, and the more you can be compassionate with yourself, the better,” says McMillen-Beelman.

“If you are living with people who are not joining you in making a dietary shift, agree to respect each other’s choices. Make it a shared learning journey rather than a power struggle,” says Robbins. For example, he suggests making a vegetarian base and allowing those that want animal products to add them as toppings. A burrito bar can accommodate all diets by allowing people to add their own fixings to a base of beans and tortillas, whether those be dairy options like cheese and sour cream or vegan-friendly guacamole and salsa.

For families with kids, being flexible and inclusive can help make changes feel more positive and sustainable. “We never eat processed foods at home, but parties are that time I tell my kids they can eat

I call myself a secular vegan because I don’t have a dogmatic approach to the way I eat. ~Marly McMillen-Beelman whatever they want,” says Webb.

“Get your children involved, so that they are more engaged in the eating experience. Let your children pick out recipes or snacks for the week. Make the food look pretty and it will taste more satisfying,” adds Murray.

Plant Prep Made Easy Plant-based chefs have plenty of kitchen hacks for making food prep and planning fun and easy. Robbins suggests finding go-to recipes to put on repeat. “Your prep time goes down a lot as you make the same dish, and the familiarity will help you develop lasting habits around new food patterns,” he says.

Webb incorporates a healthy protein, fat and vegetable into every meal, even breakfast, but cooks in batches and freezes portions or repurposes leftovers to simplify mealtimes. “You’ll get burned out if you try to cook something from scratch every meal,” says Webb. “We eat a lot of eggs

because we raise chickens, so I’ll do baked frittatas I can reheat during the week.”

Advance meal prep can take the pressure off busy times like the weekday breakfast rush, adds Robbins. One of his favorite breakfasts involves soaking oats and chia seeds overnight, which he tops in the morning with some unsweetened soy or coconut milk, chopped banana, frozen blueberries, and a dash of maple syrup, vanilla and nutmeg. “It’s full of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, antioxidants and phytonutrients,” he says.

Webb encourages people to get out of their food comfort zones by experimenting with approximate ingredients, like swapping kabocha or honeynut squash for butternut squash.

Robbins also suggests making social connections with others on the same path by cooking them a meal, organizing a meal swap or sharing extras. “It’s not a diet or a fad; it’s a way of life. Start where you are and remember it’s not about perfection, it’s about progress. Have love, dignity and compassion toward yourself and others along the journey,” he says.

April Thompson is a freelance writer based in Washington, D.C. Connect at AprilWrites.com.

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any new regimens begin with gusto, only to be abandoned because old diets die hard. Here are some expert tips for eating well over the long haul.

“Find plant-based options at your favorite restaurants, and be open to new flavors. I promise you, your taste buds will change,” says April Murray, dietician and author of The Everything Pegan Diet Cookbook. To keep the momentum and inspiration going, follow plant-based chefs on social media, she adds.

When switching to a plant-based diet, some miss the rich, fatty flavors found in meat, says Ben Pook, co-author of So Vegan in 5. “The trick we found is using ingredients rich in umami, which is a flavor commonly found in meat. One

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of our favorites is miso paste (fermented soybeans), which has an intense savory taste. We often add it to stews, pies and even pastas to deliver more depth of flavor.

Soy sauce and porcini mushrooms are also a great substitute.”

“Sustainable change doesn’t happen overnight. If not sure what to cook, start with one big salad a week. When you get the hang of that, add in something else, like prepping snacks from scratch. Small things add up over time,” says Leah Webb, author of The Grain-Free, Sugar-Free, Dairy-Free Family Cookbook.

“Seek out loved ones who share your food values and nurture those relationships. You might be surprised how many people around you are also quietly trying

to achieve similar goals,” says Ocean Robbins, founder of the Food Revolution Network.

“We put a lot of pressure on ourselves when we first switched to a plantbased diet. Shopping for vegan food and eating out at restaurants felt very overwhelming, and we found ourselves spending hours checking food labels.

We’ve come to realize that veganism isn’t black or white and encourage others not to worry about making mistakes along the way,” shares Pook.

If we can’t resist temptation on occasion, that’s okay too, Murray says. “That one unhealthy meal won’t undo all the hard work you’ve put in. Get right back on track the next morning. Positivity is key.”

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Meatless Makeover A Plant-Based Spin on Classic Dishes

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hen contemplating a shift toward a plant-based diet, some may prematurely mourn the loss of their favorite meaty classics. Luckily, enterprising vegan chefs have experimented with flavors and textures that will lure almost any palate into loving a plant-based version of their favorite dishes without resorting to processed foods.

“Plant-based versions of classic dishes offer all the nutritional benefits of plants without the cholesterol and saturated fats from animal products,” says chef and author Marly McMillen-Beelman. “You don’t have to abandon all your favorite foods to become vegan—just veganize them.”

The Kansas City chef makes carrot “dogs”, for example, by roasting carrots in a savory mix of tamari, agave, miso, paprika and garlic for a cookout-worthy treat. McMillen-Beelman’s cookbook The Everything Vegan Meal Prep Cookbook also offers many bean- and legume-based versions of classic sandwiches, like a vegan “Big Mac” with quinoa and pinto beans; a burger made from oats, black beans and pecans; meatballs from tofu and lentils; and a chicken salad based on tempeh, a

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fermented, soy-based, high-protein product with a nutty flavor.

“A lot of people like using tempeh, tofu or jackfruit for a meaty texture. It needs to be well seasoned, but so does meat,” suggests Ocean Robbins, author of The 31-Day Food Revolution: Heal Your Body, Feel Great, & Transform Your World. “To mimic cheese, some combination of nuts and nutritional yeast, cultured nut cheeses or plant-based milks works nicely.”

McMillen-Beelman likes using jackfruit for a “pulled pork” sandwich or taco, the tropical fruit being packed with vitamin C, protein, calcium, potassium and iron. Her slow-cooked version leans on whole-food ingredients, including pear and cranberries, to add natural sweetness and phytonutrients. “I use canned jackfruit because it’s much easier to find and cook with than the expensive jumbo whole fruit,” she says.

Ben Pook, the London co-author with Roxy Pope of So Vegan in 5, says mushrooms lend substance and umami flavor to vegan dishes such as a mushroom, sage and onion Wellington as a

substitute for the classic beef Wellington.

“We use portobello mushrooms for their meaty texture, which we surround with a sage and onion stuffing—all wrapped in vegan puff pastry to create a centerpiece worthy of any dinner party,” says Pook, whose cookbook features dozens of plant-based recipes that contain only five ingredients each, such as a broccoli alfredo with cashews, broccolini, tagliatelle pasta, nutritional yeast and garlic.

Nuts can also work wonders in a vegetarian dish, such as Pook and Pope’s walnut meat tacos, which blend toasted walnuts together with spices like cumin, paprika, garlic and chili powder to create a mince-like texture built into a taco with toppings galore.

Many classic dishes can also be adapted by simply leaving out the meat and letting the spices, herbs and vegetables shine through; for example, in a vegan shepherd’s pie, go with penne pasta with red sauce or a garlicky pesto with extra nuts, greens and olive oil in lieu of cheese.

Sweet tooth cravings can be satisfied with healthy, plant-based versions of classic desserts, substituting aquafaba (the starchy liquid left over from canned beans) instead of frothy egg whites, or olive oil or avocado for butter.

Nut butters can also add a touch of richness to a dish, whether sweet or savory.

“I love making a peanut coconut milk curry soup with onions, mushrooms and bok choy, with peanut butter, lime juice and soy sauce blended into the coconut milk for a luxurious flavor and texture. It’s great over potatoes, quinoa or rice,” says Robbins.

“Vegan food doesn’t need to be expensive, boring or complicated,” Pook says. “There really are endless possibilities when it comes to cooking with plants, so don’t be afraid to experiment and create your own twist.”

Connect with Washington, D.C.-based freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.

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Magical Meatless Meals

with the remaining dry ingredients and a pinch of salt and pepper. Use a spoon to mix everything together, then set aside.

photos by Andrew Hayes-Watkins

Combine the plant-based milk and apple cider vinegar in a separate bowl. Let sit for a minute or two until the milk curdles and turns into a “buttermilk”. Then add the hot sauce and mix everything together until the ingredients are well combined. Set aside.

Meanwhile, add the flour to a small plate and set aside. Press the tofu if required.

(Extra-firm tofu contains very little moisture, so this step isn’t always necessary.)

Then slice the block in half and break the tofu into bite-sized pieces with hands.

Vegan Popcorn ‘Chicken’ Yields: 4 to 6 servings 10.5 oz extra-firm tofu Sea salt and pepper ½ cup flour Vegetable oil Dry ingredients: 3.5 oz paprika-flavored chips 4 Tbsp flour 2 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp smoked paprika ½ tsp onion powder ½ tsp garlic powder Wet ingredients: ½ cup plant-based milk ½ Tbsp apple cider vinegar 2 Tbsp hot sauce To serve: Tomato ketchup Vegan mayonnaise Crush the paprika crisps between a clean tea towel using a rolling pin until no big pieces remain. Transfer to a bowl along

Season the tofu on both sides with salt and pepper; dip tofu into the flour, followed by the milk mixture, then the crisp mixture. Repeat until all the tofu pieces have been coated.

Add the vegetable oil to a pan until it’s ¼-inch deep. Tip: Use a wok to reduce the amount of oil needed. Heat the oil on medium-high. Drop a tiny amount of the dry mixture; if it starts sizzling as soon as it hits the oil, it’s ready.

Carefully add half a dozen or so tofu pieces to the hot oil and fry for about 2 minutes on each side or until the tofu begins to brown and is extra crispy. It’s important to not overcrowd the pan, as it can lower the temperature of the oil.

When the tofu is ready, carefully remove it from the pan and transfer it to a plate lined with parchment paper; immediately season it with some extra salt, which will help make it even crispier. Repeat until all the tofu pieces are cooked. Serve with a favorite dip, such as one made by combining equal amounts of tomato ketchup and vegan mayo.

Adapted from So Vegan in 5 by Roxy Pope and Ben Pook.

Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) and non-bromated ingredients whenever possible.

Walnut Meat Tacos Yields: 4 servings Walnut meat: 14 oz walnuts 1 Tbsp smoked paprika 2 tsp chili powder 1½ Tbsp ground cumin 3 garlic cloves 2 tsp balsamic vinegar 2 tsp maple syrup 2.5 oz sun-dried tomatoes in oil Sea salt Black bean mixture: 9 oz canned sweet corn 14 oz canned black beans Sea salt and pepper ½ lime Handful of fresh cilantro Salsa: 9 oz cherry tomatoes 1 green chili 1 red onion 1 lime Handful of fresh cilantro Sea salt and pepper To serve: 2 avocados ½ lime 8-10 small corn tortillas Vegan yogurt …continued on page 32 March 2020

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Meanwhile, drain and rinse the black beans and sweet corn. Transfer them to a separate pan and stir in a generous pinch of salt and pepper, as well as the juice from the lime.

Heat through for 5 minutes on a medium heat. Remove the pan from the heat, roughly chop the cilantro and stir it into the beans and sweet corn.

Add the cooked walnuts, garlic and spices to a food processor along with the balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, sun-dried tomatoes (drain as much oil as possible) and a pinch of salt.

Process for a minute or two until the walnut mixture turns into a mince-like texture.

Next, prepare the salsa by slicing the cherry tomatoes into quarters and transfer them to a mixing bowl. Peel and dice the red onion, slice the chili (leave the seeds in if spicy is preferred) and roughly chop the cilantro leaves, adding all to the mixing bowl. Squeeze the juice from the lime into the bowl, along with a generous pinch of salt and pepper, then stir to combine.

Meanwhile, heat through the tortillas in a pan over a low-medium heat.

When you’re ready to assemble your tacos, spoon a few tablespoons of the walnut mixture on top of a tortilla, followed by the bean mixture, salsa and a dollop of mashed avocado. Top with a drizzle of vegan yogurt. Repeat for the remaining tacos.

Adapted from So Vegan in 5 by Roxy Pope and Ben Pook.

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Toast the walnuts in a pan over a medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until they begin to smoke. Keep an eye on them and stir occasionally to prevent them burning. Then peel and dice the garlic and add it to the walnuts along with the smoked paprika, chili powder and ground cumin. Stir to coat the walnuts in the spices, then cook for 2 minutes.

Mushroom, Sage and Onion Wellington An absolute showstopper and the perfect dish to make for friends on a Sunday afternoon alongside some tasty, roasted vegetables.

Yields: 4 servings 8 Portobello mushrooms 3 onions 10 sage leaves 4.2 oz walnuts 2 (11 oz) sheets of dairy-free puff pastry Preheat oven to 425° F and line a large baking tray with baking paper. Wipe any excess dirt off the mushrooms and place five of them in an ovenproof dish. Drizzle with olive oil and season with sea salt and pepper, then bake for 15 minutes.

Remove the mushrooms from the oven and set aside, leaving the oven switched on for later.

and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Process to form a smooth paste, then fry in a pan over a medium-high heat for 15 minutes, stirring frequently. Set aside to cool for 10 minutes.

Roll out one sheet of pastry onto the lined baking tray. Spread a third of the paste down the middle of the pastry lengthways, spreading it 2 inches wide and leaving the same length clear at each end.

Turn the baked mushrooms upside-down to drain excess juices, then place three of the mushrooms, gills facing up, on top of the paste along the middle of the pastry.

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use your fingers to seal the edges together.

Trim around the Wellington roughly one inch away from the filling, discarding the excess pastry as you go. Lightly score the Wellington with diagonal lines at 1-inch intervals and brush with olive oil. Bake in the oven for 50 minutes, until the pastry turns a lovely golden brown. Remove from the oven and serve in slices.

Adapted from So Vegan in 5 by Roxy Pope and Ben Pook.

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Start the Day with Plant Protein Photo credits Elysabeth Alfano

In a large bowl, mash bananas. Add remaining ingredients together and mix thoroughly with a large spoon. Either put batter in muffin tin with parchment cups and bake for 28-minutes or put in 5-by7-inch small baking dish with parchment paper bake for 30-minutes to make bars.

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lant-based coach and chef Elysabeth Alfano says, “I am so tired of the question, ‘How do you get enough protein on a plant-based diet?’

The plant kingdom is filled with protein.

The largest land mammals are herbivores, and there is no shortage of plant-based athletes. In my Breakfast Power Bowl recipe, you can start your day off with 20 grams of protein. Perhaps even better, it can be made in minutes to get you out the door and off to work on time. It is also packed with omega-3s and -6s and fiber for a truly great start to your day.”

It is also possible to spoon heaping teaspoons onto a baking sheet with parchment paper for 15 minutes for cookies.

“Snacks and treats don’t have to be bad for you. They can be healthy… and yummy,” according to Alfano. “My muffin recipe has no butter, no processed sugar, no oil, no eggs and no flour. It is a whole-food, plantbased recipe that will keep you coming back for more. Even better, the muffins can double as wholesome power-bars to keep you going at gym!” This sweet treat is just what the doctor ordered.

Banana, Oatmeal, Pumpkin, Coconut, Carrot, Raisin Muffins

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Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 Tbsp capers, rinsed 1 Tbsp chopped fresh chervil, or 1 tsp dried 1 Tbsp chopped fresh tarragon, or 1 tsp dried Cut celery root into 1-inch-thick slices, then cut into very thin ribbons (use a mandoline if possible), placing in cold water to prevent browning. Drain and blanch briefly in boiling salted water. Squeeze out water and set aside.

Cut the carrots into thin ribbons using a mandoline and combine with the celery root in a bowl. Whisk together buttermilk, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste until smooth.

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pring preparations continue! We began to seed our spring field crops in the greenhouse in February, and March is now a time of soil preparations.

Our field soils are still chilly, so we plant into the protected soils of our hoophouses to get a jump start on growing spring greens. These recipes feature some of our earliest of spring greens and bring fresh spring flavors to the final stored roots of last year’s harvest. Spring flavors are ahead,” says Jen Miller, of Prairie Wind Family Farm, in Grayslake.

In a small pan, warm oil over medium-low heat. Sauté garlic until lightly golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer garlic and whatever oil remains in the pan to a bowl. Add 3 tablespoons juice, 2 teaspoons zest, salt and pepper; whisk to combine.

Add greens and toss lightly. Add orzo, olives, cheese, onion and dill. Toss to combine; serve.

Arugula and Orzo Salad with Fresh Dill Yields: 4 servings 3 Tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced Juice and zest of 1 lemon ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper 8 oz chopped arugula (could substitute spinach or other greens) 1 lb cooked orzo 1 cup pitted Kalamata olives, roughly chopped 4 oz chopped feta ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion 3 Tbsp finely chopped fresh dill 34

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Celery Root and Carrot Salad with Buttermilk Herb Dressing Yields: 3-4 servings 1 med celery bulb, peeled with a paring knife 4 med carrots, peeled ½ cup low-fat buttermilk 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice

Add capers and herbs and stir to combine.

Pour the dressing over the celery root and carrots, and toss well to combine.

Recipes courtesy of Jen Miller, of Prairie Wind Family Farm, which grows a wide variety of certified organic vegetables and pasture-raised hens for eggs, and provides fresh fruit to CSA members, delivered to north and western suburban locations, and area farmers’ markets. For more information, a schedule of farm events and to sign up for the 2020 harvest, visit PrairieWindFamilyFarm.com.

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ccording to Dr. Josh Axe, “Quality protein foods are essential for a healthy and balanced diet, and it’s a common misunderstanding that people following plant-based diets are unable to consume ‘enough’ protein.” A recent study published in the Journal of American College of Cardiology that studied more than 200,000 people over a 25-year span states, “Higher intake of a plant-based diet index rich in healthier plant foods is associated with substantially lower coronary heart disease risk.” (ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/ pubmed/28728684).

GF Certified Mom Tiffany Hinton says, “When deciding how much protein is right for your body, Dr. Axe suggests dividing your body weight in half and eating that amount of protein in grams. For example a 150-pound person is suggested to eat 75 grams of protein each day. Here are eight plant protein sources to make your heart happy and that may lower your risk of heart disease.”

1. Spriulina - an algae superfood easily added to smoothies and soups. 39 grams per serving.

2. Tempeh - an Indonesian soybean which is fermented and can be used as a meat replacer in recipes. 18 grams per a serving.

3. Pumpkin Seeds - a great source of protein and healthy fat that can be sprinkled on top of soups or a snack. 12 grams per a serving.

4. Hemp Seeds - easily added to smoothies, overnight oats or yogurt. Six grams per serving.

5. Quinoa - an ancient grain which can be used as a rice replacer in recipes. Eight grams per serving.

6. Black Beans - a great addition to any meal, and can be added to chili or used to

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7. Lentils - used in traditional Indian recipes and makes a great addition to minestrone soup. 18 grams of protein per serving.

8. Chickpeas - used in hummus or as a snack, served warm or cold, they are Hinton’s favorite plant protein. Six grams of protein per serving.

Moroccan Chickpeas Yields: 2 servings 1 Tbsp coconut oil 1 garlic clove, minced ½ red onion, diced 1 can chickpeas, drained 1 tsp paprika ½ tsp fennel seeds ½ tsp ground nutmeg ½ tsp ground turmeric 2 Tbsp maple syrup Heat coconut oil in a frying pan. Sauté garlic and red onion until onion begins to brown. Add chickpeas and remaining ingredients. Lightly fry for 2-3 minutes. Serve warm or cold.

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hen Kaye Her- It’s really important However, as an unregbert’s husband ulated supplement, CBD for people to know brought home presents a challenge for their options and consumers in its ubiquity a free sample of cannabito keep looking for from CBD-infused pillows diol (CBD) oil, she didn’t hesitate to give it a try. what works for them. to gummies, soaps and Having heard about its even pet food. Discerning ~Peter Bongiorno calming effects, she gave purity, dosage and safety CBD to her three sons, are real concerns for those whose attention deficit hyperactivity disthat may grab any bottle off the shelf. order made home-schooling difficult due

Consumers must become well into frequent tantrums and lack of focus. “I formed, especially when replacing medicadidn’t expect CBD to be miraculous, but tions for serious disorders, experts say. But I was surprised that my kids’ frustrations for anxiety and emotional well-being, CBD were greatly reduced,” says the Austin, is largely heralded as a safe and natural Texas, mom. “We weren’t seeing the sechoice by providers well-versed in CBD, verity of meltdowns.” such as Peter Bongiorno, past president of

The use of CBD in tinctures, capthe New York Association of Naturopathic sules and lotions has grown exponentialPhysicians. “It’s really important for people ly, along with the science to prove its effito know their options and to keep looking cacy in remediating physical pain. Newer, for what works for them,” he says. but equally as robust, is the viability of The Feel-Good Molecule CBD as a remedy for mental health-relatCBD, a compound extracted from the ed issues, experts say, pointing to anxiety, hemp plant, is appealing because it can depression and stress as the top three raise the level of cannabinoids—feel-good applications.

We imagine the people suffering who need support and think about how we are growing the plants to help them. ~Lara Miller molecules naturally created within the human body. “When we can’t sleep or are stressed out, cannabinoid levels go way down,” Bongiorno says. While prescription drugs overwhelm the body with adverse side effects, CBD can healthfully bring back balance.

But CBD won’t trigger an altered state because there is little to no tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive chemical in marijuana that produces a high, he says, adding that he starts patients at a low daily dose of 25 milligrams.

It’s important to talk with a physician about drug interactions, Bongiorno says. For instance, CBD can increase levels of blood-thinning medications, according to a 2017 study published in Epilepsy & Behavior Case Reports.

CBD can possibly treat a wide range of conditions, from fear of public speaking to bipolar and post-traumatic stress disorders, but more research is needed, experts say. A 2018 clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry suggests CBD offers potential in treating psychosis. More recently, researchers in a 2019 case study of 27 patients published by the Permanente Journal concluded, “Cannabidiol may hold benefit for anxiety-related disorders.”

Seeds of Hope

The most important step consumers can take to find a safe, quality

product is to know where their CBD comes from, experts say. Lara Miller is an organic farmer in Lafayette, Colorado, who in 2017 dedicated a parcel of her two-acre farm to growing hemp for her business, North Field Farmacy. “I added in hemp because it is a dynamic plant that produces fiber, seed and medicine for us humans, all at the same time,” she says.

Miller’s small, women-owned business grows the leafy plants outdoors in organic soil and harvests by hand. “We test in the field, post-harvest, during extraction and in the final product,” she says.

“We know our product is clean and pure and potent.”

This isn’t always the case. A 2017 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association showed that in 84 CBD products sold online by 31 companies, 26 percent contained less CBD than the amount listed on the label.

Miller receives weekly calls from those wanting to purchase her plants and start a CBD business. “What bothers me the most is that not one person has asked how my hemp is grown,” she says.

“It all feels like a big grab; the integrity isn’t there.”

Miller continues to decline these requests and spends her days on the farm, where—come harvest time—she, alongside her crew, engages in some visualizations. “We imagine the people suffering who need support and think about how we are growing the plants to help them.”

Julie Marshall is a Colorado-based writer and author of Making Burros Fly: Cleveland Amory, Animal Rescue Pioneer. Connect with her at FlyingBurros@gmail.com.

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ennis champion Venus Williams and New England Patriots star quarterback Tom Brady are among the athletes that opt for healthy, plant-dominant diets to reach their personal best, a trend that belies some misconceptions about what it means to be vegan. “Going vegan implies a larger, lifestyle choice based on personal ethics, but athletes report that they just feel better,” says Brenda Carey, editor-in-chief of Vegan Health and Fitness Magazine. “They’re also surprised at how well they put on muscle after making this dietary change.”

A balanced vegan diet can provide everything an active body needs for muscle mass, stamina and recovery while lowering the risk of heart disease. A 2018 meta-analysis of 40 studies published in the peer-reviewed journal PLOS One concludes that a plant-powered diet fosters a healthier cardio-metabolic profile. According to Dutch researchers, amping up nutrition from plants may also lower the risk of insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes. Devotees report unexpected perks.

“I recover faster. I also have more natural energy without the need for caffeine and reduced inflammation, as confirmed

in blood tests,” says Matt Tullman, managing partner of the community-building website NoMeatAthlete.com and CEO of vegan supplement maker Complement, in Boulder, Colorado.

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Bolstering the diet with foods like quinoa, chia seeds, nut butters and vegan energy powders, as well as combining foods for a more complete protein profile, is important. For example, pairing whole-grain rice with beans makes a complete protein, says Stefanie Moir, international vegan fitness coach and founder of VeganAesthetics. co.uk, in Glasgow, Scotland.

“Eating a wide variety of foods across the plant kingdom ensures that you reach your fitness goals,” says Moir, who trains six days a week and opts for a breakfast of oats with nut butter and chia seeds. “If you want a ‘superfood’ component, you can add cacao powder for antioxidants and a great chocolate taste.”

Tullman acknowledges that there are some exceptions to protein requirements— especially for the elderly, individuals with certain chronic diseases and pregnant women—but he notes that daily protein

Mentally, it’s given me more depth of thought and spiritually connected me with the “YOUniverse” as a whole. ~Torre Washington needs are less than we’ve been conditioned to believe. “If you track your macronutrients through a day, you’ll find that you’re getting adequate protein.”

Professional bodybuilder Torre Washington, in Tamarac, Florida, keeps it simple. “We’re all unique individuals, so it’s up to each person to test things without fear of lack.” The National Academy of Sports Medicine-certified coach loves antioxidant-rich blueberries, filling apples and potassium-packed bananas, and tends to choose calorically lower, nutritionally dense foods during periods that he’s competing.

Carey suggests vegan meal delivery services as an option and vegan-friendly restaurants in a pinch, but attests to an easy system of meal prep for consistency. “Some people like to meal prep one day a week— cooking brown rice, quinoa and chopping veggies. This way, you can just throw it together when it’s time to eat,” she says.

“You can also eat more simply and throw a bunch of yummy fruits or veggies into the blender for smoothies or soups.”

For added fortification, some experts recommend supplementing with vegan sources of vitamin B12, especially for active women in their child-bearing years and older individuals, because B12 absorption is compromised as we age. Adding a vegan source of vitamin D is also a wise choice if

exposure to natural sunlight is not adequate.

The Big Picture

For the vegan athlete, workout gear that doesn’t contain wool or leather is the way to go. “Making conscious choices expands beyond your plate, and a lot of brands have vegan-friendly shoes,” says Moir.

“The difference between ‘plant-based’ and ‘vegan’ has to do with ethical motivations and treatment of animals,” says Tullman. “Natural fibers such as cotton and synthetic fabrics like polyester are fine.”

The path of vegan fitness can not only offer health benefits, but also a personal connection to the Earth. “It’s given me an opportunity to share my journey with others and to allow them to reach their own specific goals,” says Washington. “Mentally, it’s given me more depth of thought and spiritually connected me with the ‘YOUniverse’ as a whole.”

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The stems undergo decortiU.S. soil for more than the Wild West cation to separate the long outhalf a century is now of agriculture. er fibers (bast) from the short reaching for the sun. Industrial hemp, the low- or no-THC ~Dustin Enge inner fibers (hurd). Hemp hurd makes extremely durable cousin to marijuana, has created hempcrete for construction, high hopes among farmers, absorbent and dust-free animal bedding or agricultural researchers, manufacturers and pellets for heating stoves. An exponential consumers. By 2019, America had become rise in the use of hemp is expected because the world’s third-largest producer, behind Canada and China, where it’s been cultivated it can replace products made from paper, wood, plastic, cotton and fossil fuels. for 8,500 years.

“Hemp fiber is going to dominate the

“It’s the fastest-growing ag industry market once we get to the full manufacturthat we’ve ever seen,” says Tara Valentine, ing potential,” says Erica Stark, executive hemp specialist at the Rodale Institute, director of the National Hemp Association, in Kutztown, Pennsylvania. Since hemp’s in Washington, D.C. inclusion in the 2018 Farm Bill, Rodale’s

The first introductions consumers can hemp web page hits have grown 10-fold. expect include hemp paper products, such as plates and toilet paper, and biodegradBetter Products able hemp bioplastics like cutlery and cups.

All parts of the hemp plant are useful in Construction materials and other products multiple ways, and hemp has applications are expected to quickly follow. in textiles, construction, bioremediation, technology, nutrition and health, including cannabidiol (CBD). The seeds are rich in protein, essential fatty acids and vitamins.

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Environmentally Friendly The Institute of Papermaking and Printing, at the Technical University of Lodz, Poland, did a 2015 study comparing making paper

from wood to making it from hemp.

Among the findings: hemp takes four months to grow, while trees need 20 to 80 years. An acre of hemp can produce four or more times as much paper as an acre of trees. Hemp paper doesn’t need toxic bleaching and can be recycled twice as many times. Other studies concur.

Paper without deforestation would be a major benefit, but it’s a minor job on hemp’s profound résumé. “Hemp needs to be a part of every climate change conversation, not only because it sequesters huge amounts of carbon during cultivation, but also because construction products made out of hemp will continue to sequester carbon for up to 100 years,” says Stark.

Hemp could also help save the depleted soil on U.S. farmland that has been destroyed by tilling and synthetic fertilizers. “We have to rebuild the soil by putting carbon back in and increasing organic matter,” says Valentine. Hemp does this with a massive root biomass that breaks up compacted soils, improves water infiltration and reduces runoff and erosion.

Fast-growing hemp naturally suppresses weeds, needs no pesticides and isn’t picky about soil, water or latitude. By comparison, cotton is water-intensive and uses 25 percent of the world’s pesticides.

Income for Farmers

Used in crop rotation, hemp’s soil-enhancing qualities can increase profits on subsequent crops. While cover crops don’t usually have return value, hemp provides additional revenue streams. But the revenue isn’t quite there yet, because the supply chain isn’t complete. Seed supply, farm equipment, education, processing facilities and manufacturers are all links that are developing simultaneously.

“Fiber processing facilities will be available soon. Manufacturers are anxious to start incorporating hemp,” says Stark.

The lack of buyers isn’t deterring farmers. Neither are warnings that current harvesting equipment can spark disaster when hemp fiber wraps around rotating parts, heats up and combusts.

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lants sustain us. Like air and water, we need plants to survive.

As it turns out, indoor plants don’t just look good, they also play a role in human health and comfort, according to the Journal of Environmental Science and Pollution Research.

The secret is out, too. In the past three years alone, sales of houseplants in the United States rose by almost 50 percent, according to the National Gardening Association (Garden.org).

Many experts, including Tony Abruscato, founder of the Chicago-based nonprofit Get Growing Foundation (GetGrowingFoundation.org) and Plant Truck Chicago, a mobile garden boutique with a mission to inspire the next generation of gardeners, attribute the rise mostly to Millennials.

Fewer Keystrokes, More Tranquility Houseplants are suddenly in vogue again. “Studies and reports show that millennials are seeking to have ownership and care for something, but not necessarily as much as a pet,” says Abruscato. Social media has helped fuel interest, too. It’s hard not to see beautifully-staged photos of urban 42

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jungles inside apartments and not wish our own space could be filled with luscious leafy plants and succulents.

Because we spend between 80 to 90 percent of our time indoors, it’s no surprise that what’s inside our homes and workplaces are important for our health. The fact that most plants are also a shade of green helps, as the color creates relaxation, represents nature (which is calming for many) as well as emergence or new beginnings, says LaManda Joy, founder of City Grange Garden Center (CityGrange.com), in Chicago. “Fundamentally, we have existence because of the oxygen-making properties of plants, so perhaps deep down, we know our life depends on plants and the color green,” Joy notes.

Color psychology definitely plays a role in why we’re attracted to plants, according to Louise Rosenberg, owner and curator of Cultivate Urban Rainforest & Gallery, in Evanston (CultivateUrbanRainForest.com). Like Joy, she feels green’s calming tone and that houseplants bring us closer to nature help us manage some of the stress we might be feeling with what’s happening in our world.

Right Plant, Right Place As for those perfectly-designed Instagram posts that feature succulents on an adorable shelf or magazine spreads that seem like a family is living in a jungle, most are staged for that perfect photo, according to Lisa Eldred-Steinkopf, founder of The Houseplant Guru (TheHouseplantGuru.com) and author of books on houseplants, including Houseplants: The Complete Guide to Choosing, Growing, and Caring for Indoor Plants.

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Channeling Our Inner Botanist

“Folks are dealing with some serious challenges in the world today, most importantly with the environment, along several other aspects of people’s lives. This is especially true for the younger generations,” Rosenberg says. “Besides the color being calming, I have observed many people touching houseplants. While I do not encourage touching plant leaves all of the time, I do recommend checking the soil regularly for a few reasons. One is to check down into the soil to see if it is time to water your plants. Another great reason to get your hands into your soil is that it can make you feel happy.” According to Medical News Today, friendly bacteria in soil can even activate the production of the brain chemical serotonin.

“I think caring for houseplants helps people to feel more connected to the natural world,” she advises.

In a world filled with digital pings and endless screen time, caring for houseplants also serve another purpose as a form of therapy. Simply caring for a plant just a few minutes a day or once a week provides enormous benefits and offers us a sense of tranquility and wellness that we can cultivate indoors.

“There’s therapeutic value to our mind, body and spirit of having green and growing spaces,” says Lisa Hilgenberg, horticulturist at the Chicago Botanic Garden, in Glencoe (ChicagoBotanic. org). To maximize our happiness and wellness quotient, it’s worth taking the time to find the right houseplant.

Eldred-Steinkopf says we must choose the right plant and consider the right place in our homes for them to grow. She would like to dispel the myth that it’s hard to grow houseplants. “I love plants, and it’s really all about paying attention to them,” Eldred-Steinkopf says. “Anybody can have a green thumb, you just have to meet your plant’s needs. They need light, they need water, they could use some fertilizer,” she notes. People forget about the fertilizer, but it’s helpful during the growing season.

Don’t Forget Lighting Hilgenberg is concerned that people worry more about how much they water their plants instead of thinking about the lighting. Swapping that kind of thinking might provide more success when it comes to keeping their plants alive, she says. Also, don’t forget that lighting changes throughout the year, so plants may need to be moved around your home for the right lighting. Eldred-Steinkopf recently wrote the book Grow in the Dark: How to Choose & Care for Low-Light Houseplants specifically to help those that don’t have the benefit of spaces bathed in natural sunlight.

Still, watering befuddles many houseplant owners. “Contrary to popular belief, the biggest ‘health’ issue

most houseplants face isn’t neglect but too much love, usually in the form of overwatering,” says Joy. “Luckily, if your plant is on the downhill slide, unless something drastic has happened, like it was attacked by a pet, you often have time to correct the issue.”

“A majority of plants can thrive with weekly watering and we have started a campaign for ‘Water Wednesdays’ as a way to remind people to water their plants,” says Abruscato, who states how much watering is necessary is often the most common question he’s asked.

When customers come through the doors of Rosenberg’s shop in Evanston, which is decorated like a beautiful living room complete with artwork on the walls, she often is asked for plants that are easy to care for. Before providing any recommendation, she always asks the direction of where the light is coming. Then she asks about their lifestyle and how often they’re home and whether they have a pet, small children or travel. “All those things are a factor,” she insists. Their answers will help inform her suggestion.

To help people become better stewards, Rosenberg regularly offers a one-hour introduction Plant Parenthood Workshop, in which she guides participants in finding the right plant for their lifestyle in a friendly,

Where to Shop for Houseplants at Local Independent Stores n City Grange Garden Center, 5500 N. Western Ave, Chicago n City Grange Garden Center, 1818 W. 99th, Chicago, opening in the Beverly neighborhood this April, CityGrange.com n Get Growing Foundation’s Plant Truck CHICAGO, 350 W. Hubbard St., Ste. 605, Chicago, GetGrowingFoundation.org n Cultivate Urban Rainforest & Gallery in Evanston, 704 Main St, Evanston, CultivateUrbanRainforest.com n The Plant Shop, 4601 N. Elston Ave., Chicago, PlantShopChicago.com

non-judgmental atmosphere (bonus: it’s also BYOB).

Getting Started For those that want to flex their green thumb muscles and get started, Abruscato finds that houseplants are most popular when they are considered low-maintenance and require low or indirect light. “New plant owners seem to be partial to Sansevieria (snake plant), pothos and succulents,” he shares. “We also see interest in aloe vera plants—they are functional and low maintenance.”

He feels Sansevieria tend to be the easiest houseplant. “We always say that it thrives on neglect,” he adds. “And a newer favorite, though not large leaf, is the ‘goldfish plant’.”

Joy often recommends the following to those starting out on their houseplant journey: chinese evergreen (Aglaonema sp.), heartleaf philodendron (Philodendron scandens), ponytail palm (Beaucarnea recurvata), sago palm (Cycas revoluta), and ZZ plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia).

While there are many reasons we might choose to bring a houseplant into our lives, most of us will admit the health and wellness benefits are strong.

They bring us happiness. “I just think people love plants,” says Joy. “And for those who are space challenged and might not be able to garden outside, a houseplant takes care of the need.”

It’s also hard for our experts to choose just one particular plant they love. None would admit to a favorite. “It’s hard for me to just say one,” Rosenberg laughs. “There’s too many to love. Most people only see a handful of offerings at the big box retailers, but there are so many more species available in the trade within a given genus.

It’s worth the visit to your local plant shops to see the different species.”

Megy Karydes recently adopted two more houseplants into her ever-growing collection. When she’s not busy watering her babies, as she calls them, you can find her online at MegyKarydes.com.

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he last time common loons nested in Illinois was in 1892, in Lake County. But the unique birds with their eerie tremolos can still be seen and heard each spring during migration as they rest and feed in Lake Michigan, deep inland lakes in the Chicago area and large reservoirs downstate.

“Seeing a loon in March is the perfect antidote for cabin fever,” says Jeff Sanders, a Skokie resident who leads a Lake-Cook Audubon Society (LakeCookAudubon.org) loon trip for the public at the end of March.

“Loons are so majestic. They seem to have a calmness about them,” he says. The loons are flying north in spring from southern coastlines to their breeding spots near northern Canadian lakes. The Chicago region is in their migratory pathway.

Common loons (Gavia immer), called “great northern divers” in Europe, can be identified fairly easily because they are larger than other waterfowl such as mallard ducks.

They sit low in the water and in spring, are wearing their breeding plumage. Both male and female have an almost iridescent, greenish-black, angular head, red eyes, white necklace and black-and-white checkerboard back. They also have a daggerlike bill for spearing fish when they dive underwater.

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A common loon stretches its wings on a lake in the Chicago region. completely different spot from where they started. Loons are not at all adept on land because their feet are so closely positioned to their bodies. That helps them propel underwater to get their prey of fish.

Although most birds have hollow bones, the loon has some solid bones that help them while fishing underwater. However, the solid bones also make it more difficult for the loon to take off from water. They need some room to flap and skim as if on a runway before becoming airborne.

Loons can typically be seen in this region about the middle of March through mid-April, with some lingering into midIn fall, common loons lose their spectacular spring plumages. This photo was taken in Illinois in fall.

May and an occasional individual spending the summer. But they haven’t nested here in more than 100 years. Loons have not only disappeared as breeding species in Illinois, but also Indiana, Iowa and Ohio, according to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology (Birds.Cornell.edu). In the Midwest and eastern U.S., loons continue to nest in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan.

They require large, deep lakes with islands for nesting and do not tolerate human disturbance. Lead poisoning from fishing sinkers and mercury-laden pollution emitted by power plants negatively affect the loons’ breeding success. It’s too cold to get out the motorboats in March and April in the Chicago region, and that gives loons flying north a place to feed and rest for a bit.

When the ice begins to thaw on lakes, that’s the time to look, according to Sanders. “The best time is when at least a quarter or half of the lake is still ice,” he says. “It keeps the water calmer. There are not a lot of waves. It means the loons have just come in they’re not in a hurry to leave when they lakes are half frozen.”

Locally, loons can sometimes be seen singly, in pairs or even by the dozens on Diamond Lake, in Mundelein, Pistakee Lake, in Fox Lake, Bangs Lake, in Wauconda, and other deep bodies of water populated with

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fish the loons eat for energy to fly north, according to David Johnson, of Buffalo Grove. He has led public loon tours for the Evanston North Shore Bird Club (ensbc. org) and the Illinois Ornithological Society (IllinoisBirds.org). Those that know the right place to look are practically guaranteed a view of at least one and likely more than one loon at a time in deep waters of the region, Johnson and Sanders agree.

Sanders says he first started watching loons by attending Johnson’s loon tours, which begin at Diamond Lake. Then they travel to other deep, glacial lakes in the region. Loon lovers also check spots along Lake Michigan such as Montrose Point, in Chicago, and Gillson Park, in Wilmette, to search for the northern divers. “But sometimes the lake is choppy, so it can be difficult to get good looks at them,” Sanders says.

Karen Lund, of Genoa, Illinois, often joins Johnson a day before he leads field trips to see loons in spring. One year, they saw nearly 700 loons on one day in Lake and McHenry counties, she notes. Deep lakes in Cook and DuPage counties also attract loons in spring, according to Vince Moxon, of Wheaton. One of his favorite loon-watching lakes is Silver Lake, at Blackwell Forest Preserve, in DuPage County.

Occasionally during migration, especially early in the morning, loons give their haunting yodels and tremolos, invoking a sense of the north woods. Observers can see loons flap their wings, sometimes practically standing on their hind legs to display for females. They also watch them sink low into the water like a submarine before diving to feed and then when they re-emerge above

Loons: How and Where to Find Them Those looking in spring for loons might try the following places from midMarch to mid-April. Bring a scope and/or binoculars, and stay off private property. Dress in layers and be prepared for cold, wind and seasonal outdoor conditions. More identification tips can be found in bird books and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology: AllAboutBirds.org/guide/Common_Loon/id.

Diamond Lake, Mundelein. Park in the lot across the street from the lake, next to Gale Street Inn, Diamond Lake Rd. Walk across the street to look for loons on the lake.

Pistakee Lake, Fox Lake. Park at the dead end intersection of Grand Ave. west of U.S. 12 next to Dockers.

Independence Grove Forest Preserve, 16400 Buckley Rd., Libertyville.

Maple Lake. Entrance is off Wolf Rd., south of 95th St., near Willow Springs.

Silver Lake, Blackwell Forest Preserve. Entrance is off Butterfield Rd., west of Winfield Rd. Park at the top of the hill at the north end where the loons are generally seen. the surface.

It can be quite cold when looking for loons, and over the years, Johnson said he and his loony friends have endured 29-degree temperatures with snow squalls and high winds. Some years, it’s balmy watching loons. Observers should dress in layers and be prepared for cold and wind.

Mark Wallner, who lives just over the border in Wisconsin, looks for loons at Sand Lake, at the north unit of Illinois Beach State Park, in Zion. One year, he saw 21 loons on the small lake. He guesses it was because the weather had turned cold and the loons knew better than to continue flying north, where lakes would still be frozen. “It was fun to watch them bully the

red-breasted mergansers once in a while by sneaking up on them from under the water and scaring them,” Wallner says.

While watching loons, observers also can see a variety of other migratory waterfowl, Sanders says in March and April, observers often see mergansers, goldeneyes, scaup, bufflehead, ring-necked ducks and redheads that dive for food in deep lakes, just as the loons do. “You’ll be able to pick out the loons because they are two or three times bigger than the ducks,” Sanders says.

Sheryl DeVore has written six books on science, health and nature. She also writes nature, health and environment stories for national and regional publications.

Photo courtesy of U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

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Loon Viewing Trips to Join Wear appropriate clothing, including layers if it’s cold.

Lake-Cook Audubon Society will meet at 8 a.m. Mar. 29, in the parking lot across the street from Diamond Lake on Diamond Lake Rd., in Mundelein. No registration is necessary. Car pooling is encouraged: LakeCookAudubon.org.

Evanston North-Shore Bird Club usually holds a loon trip the first weekend in April: ensbc.org/trips.

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in commercial, meat-based foods.”

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Kibble Quandary A Fresh Look at Pet Food

by Julie Peterson

Pet food recalls have prompted some families to start cooking for their charges, but it’s not as simple as sharing the family dinner. “There are online calculators that can help you create and balance recipes for dogs and cats. Balancing a diet can be tedious and often requires added supplements,” says Krause.

Seeing a four-legged friend thrive was worth the extra time and cost for Yvonnda Stamp-Agent, a homemaker from Rockvale, Tennessee. Emma, a schnauzer mix, suffered from itchy skin, anal gland leakage, kidney crystals, vomiting and other problems. “We switched to home-cooked wild salmon and flounder protein with fresh organic vegetables and fruits, along with vitamin and mineral supplementation.” Emma recovered and is now an energetic 5-year-old.

Eating healthy is a Contaminants aren’t We are seeing more family affair, and that the only concern. “Up to cancer, neurologic includes the family pet.

50 percent of commerconditions and kidney cial foods are composed However, what works disease, and there for humans may be less of meat meal and bythan optimal for Fluffy products,” says Armaiti is evidence that the or Fido, as each requires May, DVM, owner of Dr. increase in these a species-specific, nutriMay’s Veterinary House n Raw diseases may be due tionally balanced regiCalls, in Los Angeles.

The biologically appropriate raw food to harmful ingredients men. Most pet parents These can include (BARF) diet, as described at BarfWorld. com, contains raw meats, vegetables and opt for commercial dog meat from dead, dying, in commercial, cooked grains and legumes. Proponents say or cat food that comes diseased or disabled meat-based foods. it improves health from tooth to tail. “Budin a bag or a can, but animals, and even ~Armaiti May dha, my orange tabby, is 22 and no longer many are beginning to rendered dogs and cats has an issue with hairballs,” says Kim Bolin, consider more natural from animal shelters, a Reno, Nevada real estate agent, who has options. “Kibble is often the most econom- says May. “We are seeing more cancer, neufed raw for three years. ical way to feed your pet. But its processed rologic conditions and kidney disease, and

Stephanie Krause, in Keego Harbor, state makes it the least optimal,” says there is evidence that the increase in these Angie Krause, DVM, at Boulder Holistic diseases may be due to harmful ingredients Michigan, says her three dogs are more Vet, in Colorado.

Canned food is also heavily processed and potentially toxic. In 2017, Clean Label Kibble is often the most Project, a nonprofit testing laboratory, economical way to feed your pet. completed a study of 1,084 pet food prodBut its processed state makes ucts, screening them for more than 130 toxins and contaminants linked to cancer it the least optimal. and other conditions. Results showed cad~Angie Krause mium, a heavy metal, in 94 percent of the products, along with arsenic and lead.

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Owners that switch from commercial foods report their animals display thicker coats, brighter eyes and greater energy. However, dogs and cats require specific ranges of vitamins, minerals, fats and carbohydrates, so it’s important to ensure that nutritional needs are met and a healthy balance is maintained.

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Healthy Alternative Diets

relaxed, probably from the time and effort needed to eat large bones—and they haven’t needed a teeth cleaning since going raw. “After eating raw bones, there was plaque laying all over the floor.”

The BARF diet can be homemade, although most choose prepared frozen or freeze-dried products to ensure nutrient balance or to avoid handling raw meats. Angie Krause says the diet is controversial, largely due to human health risks from pathogenic bacteria.

n Vegan and Vegetarian

For ethical and environmental reasons, homemade or pre-made, plant-based diets for companion animals are becoming more popular. “If the 163 million dogs and cats in the U.S. were their own country, it would be the fifth-largest meat-eating country on the planet,” says May.

Cats cannot survive without meat, which provides the high protein, amino acids and other nutrients their bodies require. However, a 2018 study published in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association suggests that plantbased diets, possibly supplemented with vitamins B12 and D and some amino acids, can meet nutrition requirements of dogs.

“Dogs are omnivores, and can thrive on balanced, complete, plant-based diets.

They have nutrient requirements, not ingredient requirements,” says May.

Pet diets aren’t an all-or-nothing choice, says Angie Krause. “Eventually, my patient will always reveal what works for them. Listen to your pet’s body.”

Julie Peterson lives in rural Wisconsin. Connect at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

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For state returns, Google File Form IL-1040. In most cases, the tax form simply requires net earnings from a federal return, property taxes and tuition paid.

While this may not be the way to go for everyone, it is definitely worth entering the information in the Excel tax program to get an idea of what the taxes will be when going to an accountant.

Getting Ready for Tax Season

by Michael Marmel

There are not many changes in the 2019 tax law (the 2018 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was the biggest change in 40 years), but there are still a few, some of which benefit the taxpayer.

The U.S. Internal Revenue Service never calls anyone on the phone, and no one can go to jail for a tax issue without receiving seven or eight letters about it in the mail first. If someone calls claiming to be the IRS or saying that the cops are on the way unless you give them a credit card, just hang up. It’s the safest thing to do.

Marmel Accounting is located at 4433 W. Touhy Ave., Ste. 525, in Lincolnwood.

For more information, visit MarmelAccounting.com.

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For seniors: The new 1040-SR is a simplified version of the much larger, more complex Form 1040. It has a larger font size and better color contrast making it easier to read.

For divorced couples: For divorce decrees signed after December 31,

2018, that require alimony payments, the payer will not be allowed a deduction for payments made, nor will the payee be required to claim the alimony as income on their respective tax returns.

For retirement plans: 401k contributions are deductible up to $19,000 and IRA contributions are deductible up to $6,000.

The standard deduction has been increased to $12,000 single; $18,350 head of household; and $24,400 married filing jointly.

State Tax: The state of Illinois has switched from a 5 percent flat rate to a

graduated tax rate. Roughly speaking, the new tax rate is 5 percent for those earning under $250,000 and 7.75 percent for those earning more than that. It is important to remember that if someone cannot deduct their property taxes on a federal return, they may still be able to deduct them on a state return.

An accountant spends about 25 or 30 minutes on each tax return, and the average return costs $250 to prepare. That’s $500 per hour. In the face of such a sum, many DIY-types may seek an option to do it themselves. And while we all know about TurboTax, people can actually prepare their taxes for free. Available online, the federal 1040 form in Excel is an excellent option for those with a simple tax return and basic understanding of spreadsheets. Just Google Excel 1040.

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LIVING IN SYNCHRONICITY

The Power of Meaningful Coincidence

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by Meg Lundstrom

hen we have an inner need that converges with an outside event, it is a meaningful coincidence known as synchronicity, and it happens to us all. It can be simple, like a playful sprite: recurring numbers or dates, all the lights turning green as we race to meet an appointment or a call from a faraway friend just when we want to talk to them.

Or it can be profound: a chance meeting with an employer looking for exactly our skills, unexpected money appearing when we’re in a pinch, a timely rescue or our grandmother’s favorite, obscure song coming on the radio or app just as we’re feeling teary-eyed on the anniversary of her death.

Whether they are lighthearted or life-changing, synchronicities link us to an underlying order in the universe that is profoundly reassuring. They open us to mystery and delight. They give us a sense of being taken care of. They nudge us to grow in scary, but life-affirming directions.

They awaken a sense of awe, which studies have shown to be the emotion most likely to make us reach out generously to others—and that evokes even more synchronicity. And they can make daily life a lark.

By its very nature, we can’t create synchronicity, but we can live life in a way that encourages it to show up. The

more engaged we are spiritually—whether that means prayer, meditation, walking in nature or loving others deeply—the more likely synchronicity is. Being open, self-honest, courageous, engaged, grateful and fully present summons it, which is where therapy, yoga and bodywork can be useful. But we don’t have to be saintly or enlightened; synchronicity is there for us all. It is simply the way the Universe works.

The first step is to notice synchronicity when it occurs, and honor it. As with humans, when we give it our attention and say thank you, it makes it more likely to show up in our life again.

At some point as our trust builds, synchronicity becomes simply the way our life works. Things show up as we need them and we are in the right place at the right time. Even when occurrences seemingly go awry, we glimpse an underlying order that gives us strength and purpose. Life becomes a steady stream of meaningfulness and inner and outer exploration. We find ourselves living in flow, attuned to life’s deepest currents and awash in deep gratitude.

Meg Lundstrom is the co-author with Charlene Belitz of The Power of Flow: Practical Ways to Transform Your Life with Meaningful Coincidence. Connect at FlowPower.com.

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Women’s History Month

SUNDAY, MARCH 1 Faith in Place Winter Farmers’ Market – 8:30am1pm. Market offers meat, eggs, honey, salsa, jam, bread, pastries, tea, seasonally available produce and more. First United Methodist Church of Arlington Heights, 1903 E Euclid Ave, Arlington Heights.

FaithInPlace.org.

Christian Science Lecture – 3-4pm. “A Spiritual Revolution: The Quest to Experience God.” Gorton Community Center, 400 E Illinois Rd, Lake Forest.

CSMetroChicago.org.

MONDAY, MARCH 2 Beginning Astrology Level 1 – Mondays, Mar 2-Apr 6. 7:30-9:30pm. Learn planets, signs, houses, aspects, interpretation and transits. Beginner or know some astrology but need to increase skill in interpreting charts, this course provides what you need to go forward. $180. Life Force Arts Center, 1609 W Belmont, Chicago. 773-327-7224. Info@ LifeForceArts.org. AstrologicalDetails.com.

TUESDAY, MARCH 3 Vagus Nerve Function Webinar – 1-3pm. Ross Hauser, MD, is hosting a 3-part webinar series on painful neck and neurological conditions, and the importance of healthy vagus nerve function for optimal health, featured on Facebook Live and archived on both Facebook and YouTube. The 1st part of the series, Basic Vagus Nerve Function and Pathology, originally streamed on Jan 7. Part 2, Mar 3: How Vagus Nerve Degeneration is Involved in Almost All Human Disease and What You Can Do To Correct It. Part 3, May 5: The Neurology of Cervical Instability with Emphasis on the Vagus Nerve.

Send questions in live via Facebook: Facebook. com/CaringMedical, or ahead of time: DrHauser@ CaringMedical.com.

Go Green Highland Park Monthly Meeting – 6:30pm. 1st Tues. If you want to be involved, but can’t attend our meetings, please contact us. You can also check out our website to stay up to date on upcoming activities and get information on how to live more sustainably. Curt’s Cafe, 1766 Second St, Highland Park. GoGreenHP.com.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4 Henna Designs – 1-7:30pm. With Renu Lal. For $75-$95, Renu will do a reading and create a custom design based on the blessings you need.

Walk-ins welcome. Calandra Center for Health & Wellness, 47 W Polk St, Ste M5, Chicago.

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Green Drinks McHenry County – 5-7pm. 1st Wed. Come talk about “greening” the future with others. Special presentations each month on a timely environmental topic or green business. Duke’s Alehouse & Kitchen, 110 N Main St, Crystal Lake.

GreenDrinks.org/IL/Crystal Lake.

A Fresh Start – 5:30-6:30pm. Dr. Kalli will share ways we can decrease exposure to toxins inside and out. She will also discuss the myths surrounding detox programs and will give you the tools to help you decide which detox program is right for you.

Free. Fruitful Yield, 425 N La Grange Rd, La Grange Park. 708-788-9103. FruitfulYield.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 5 Weight Loss: Supplements 101 – 5:30pm. Jessica Earley, Fruitful Yield Nutrition Educator, will dive into all the weight-loss supplements and help you discover which is best for you. Free. Fruitful Yield, 366 W Army Trail Rd, Bloomingdale. 630-894-2553.

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Stress, Hormones & Belly Fat – 6-7:30pm. Join us for this free educational seminar on the connections among stress, hormones, belly fat and your health, presented by national speaker and wellness expert Dr. Meena Malhotra, lead medical doctor at Heal n Cure clinic. If you’re sick of just putting band-aids on big problems and are looking for a completely different approach to medicine, this is it. Maggiano’s Old Orchard, 4999 Old Orchard Shopping Ctr, Space A28, Skokie. Register: 847-665-9877 or RSVP@HealNCure.com. HealNCure.com.

FRIDAY, MARCH 6 One Earth Film Festival Series Begins – Mar 6-15. Theme: The Power of We. The environmental film festival will screen 26 thoughtfully curated and powerfully compelling documentaries. Screenings will take place at more than 40 locations throughout Chicago and surrounding counties. More info & schedule: OneEarthFilmFest.org.

Spring Renewal Holistic Fair & Birthday Celebration – 10am-5pm. An amazing event emphasizing the work of the American clairvoyant Edgar Cayce, the father of holistic medicine. Multiple holistic practitioners and cool, unique products.

Free entry; Sessions with practitioners: $35/25 mins, $70/50 mins. The Edgar Cayce Holistic Center, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines. 847-299-6535.

HolisticCenterChicago.com.

Body Mind Spirit Expo Weekend – Mar 7-8.

10am-7pm, Sat; 10am-6pm, Sun. Retail exhibitors offer everything from natural and holistic health products to spiritual books, enlightened art and crystals. Healers provide treatments from massage and yoga techniques to intuitive readings. $14/weekend admission includes free lectures, demos and admission to exhibit hall. See ad this issue for $1/ off admission. Midwest Conference Center, 401 W Lake St, Northlake. Info: 541-482-3722 or bmse.net.

Christian Science Reading Room at Body Mind Spirit Expo – Mar 7-8. 10am-7pm, Sat; 10am-6pm, Sun. Look for us at booth #204. Also 2 seminars “Never Alone: How Spiritual Ideas Work in Us,” Sat, 4pm; Sun, 2pm. Midwest Conference Center, 401 W Lake St, Northlake. CSMetroChicago.org.

Taste and Learn Workshop – 11am-12pm. Gluten-free, dairy-free and low-glycemic recipes that are easy enough to make at home. Featuring red velvet cake and vegan pesto. With Sharyn Tondu.

Free. Fruitful Yield, 2378 Essington Rd, Joliet.

815-823-8240. FruitfulYield.com.

Maple Syrup Hikes – Sat & Sun, Mar 7-22.

12-2pm. Led by Lake County Forest Preserve educators, the 1-hr hikes run every half hr and open to all ages. A sure sign that spring is on the way is the tapping of maple trees. $6/person, free/age 3 & under. Ryerson Woods, 21950 Riverwoods Rd, Deerfield. Tickets required: 847-968-3321 or lcfpd.org/calendar/?F_c=8.

Clear, Connect, and Thrive with Grace and Ease – 7-9:30pm. Enhance and expand your life into a greater fullness with three dynamic experientials.

Join Lisa Nitzkin, psychic medium, Ellen Katz, LMFT, and intuitive coach, Martha Hayden. Enjoy dessert and socializing during this mini-fundraiser event that supports Infinity’s sustainability and programming initiatives. . $85. Infinity Foundation, 1280 Old Skokie Rd, Highland Park. 847-831-8828.

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For Teens: How am I Supposed to Feel? – 4-5:30pm. Guided meditation and Buddhist philosophy for ages 13-18. A Buddhist perspective on handling difficult life situations at home, at school and with friends. No previous experience or background. With Kadampa Buddhist teachers Lotus Lindez and Rafael Valadez. $10/person. Kadampa Meditation Center Chicago in Wicker Park, 2010 W Pierce Ave, Chicago. MeditateInChicago.org.

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SUNDAY, MARCH 8

Darien Garden Club Spring Gardening Inspiration 2020 – 8am-2:30pm. Featuring a speaker conference with an environmental tilt. Presentations

by Chris Benda, Melissa Custic and Jeanne Nolan, exhibits, a farm-to-table luncheon, raffles and sharing of knowledge between participants. Chateau Orleans, 8025 S Cass Ave, Darien. For details & tickets: DarienGardenClub.com.

Faith in Place Winter Farmers’ Market – 10am2pm. Market offers meat, eggs, honey, salsa, jam, bread, pastries, tea, seasonally available produce and more. Plainfield United Methodist Church, 15114 S Illinois St, Plainfield. FaithInPlace.org.

Int’l Women’s Day Daylight Savings Time Begins Healing Karmic Patterns – 9:30am-5pm. With Dave Birr and Susan Wisehart. In this workshop, discover your personal astrological Saturn lesson for this lifetime based on your birthdate. Also learn about how the 10 Soul ages, Soul types and missions relate to your karmic patterns. A group past life regression will provide an opportunity to begin to identify, heal and re-script the origin of some of these patterns. $90. Infinity Foundation, 1280 Old Skokie Rd, Highland Park. 847-831-8828.

InfinityFoundation.org. SusanWisehart.com.

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Environmental irritants also affect digestion.

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The environment can also produce irritation and inflammation. Everyday, airborne toxins — perfumes, cleaning products, smoke, automotive exhaust, indoor dust, and springtime pollen— find their way into our bloodstream (in less than 20 seconds!) and cause digestive organs to work overtime. A runny nose, itchy eyes, and red and blotchy skin often result in a trip to the allergist, when a digestive imbalance may be contributing.

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Going Green Matters Environmental Fair – 124pm. Theme: “Trees: Back To Our Roots.” Explore exhibits on the importance of trees. Also plastic solutions, saving energy, transportation choices, green landscaping, growing your own food, connecting to nature, protecting precious places, green home design, safe home and body products, solar energy, recycling tips and much more. Michigan Shores Club, 911 Michigan Ave, Wilmette. More info: GoingGreenMatters.org.

Faith in Place Winter Farmers’ Market – 1-4pm.

Market offers meat, eggs, honey, salsa, jam, bread, pastries, tea, seasonally available produce and more.

New Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church, 4301 W Washington Blvd, Chicago. FaithInPlace.org.

Celebrate International Women’s Day at Hip Circle – 4-8pm. At Hip Circle, we would like to invite people of all genders to join us for a powerful speaking, dinner and silent auction event to celebrate women, challenge stereotypes, and benefit women in the Evanston/Rogers Park community with your support. Hip Circle Empowerment Center, 727 Howard St, Evanston. 847-859-9427. bit.ly/EachforEqual.

MONDAY, MARCH 9

Purim begins at sundown (Judaism) Learn to Pray and Heal (A Spiritual Adventure) – 7-8pm. Nate Frederick will talk about his spiritual journey and insights about prayer and spirituality.

Free. Alice Millar Chapel, 1870 Sheridan Rd, Evanston. CSMetroChicago.org.

TUESDAY, MARCH 10 Holi (Hinduism)

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

Like-minded people meet to discuss issues of environmental importance and build awareness.

O’Toole’s Pub, 412 N Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville.

For more info: Facebook.com/GreenDrinksLibertyville or greendrinks.org/IL/Libertyville.

Voices Out of the Past: Midewin Oral History – 7pm. With Dr. Pam Hunte, Anthropologist, Vice President Midewin Heritage Association.

The Midewin Heritage Association has conducted interviews with people who lived and worked here on this land before it was Midewin. Come hear the memories of local farm families, arsenal workers, and military staff as they recall the past. Free. The Midewin Welcome Center, 30239 S State Rte 53, Wilmington. Registration required: 815-423-6370 or SM.FS.Midewin_RSVP@usda.gov. More info: fs.usda.gov/midewin.

Stirring Stories of Women in STEM – 7-8pm.

Through narrative and dialogue, poetry and song, humor and drama, members of the PriMerry Players will share highlights of the challenges overcome and subsequent accomplishments of some notable American Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM,) in this “read-enactment,” or with-script presentation. Free. Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St, Downers Grove.

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11 A Fresh Start – 5:30-6:30pm. Dr. Kalli will share ways we can decrease exposure to toxins inside and out. She will also discuss the myths surrounding detox programs and will give you the tools to help you decide which detox program is right for you.

Free. Fruitful Yield, 168 E Golf Rd, Schaumburg.

847-882-2999. FruitfulYield.com.

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EFT Workshop – 6:30-8pm. Experience release of grief, stress, PTSD, digestion issues and much more. Learn a 5-second negative energy release procedure. Drop the grief from the loss of a loved one, pet, personal relationship. Free. SoderWorld Wellness Center, 16 W 501 Nielson Ln, Willowbrook. EFT-Tom.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 12 Loyola Climate Change Conference – Mar 12-13.

Panel topics include: how climate change is driving displacement and the climate migrant’s plight; an intergenerational conversation between our keynote climate activists and their mentors; climate advocacy through art, and Chicago youth activists. Keynote conversation with youth climate leaders moderated

by Jerome McDonnell of WBEZ’s Worldview.

Loyola University Chicago, 1032 W Sheridan Rd, Chicago. luc.edu/sustainability/initiatives/climatechangeconference.

Weight Loss: Supplements 101 – 5:30pm. Jessica Earley, Fruitful Yield Nutrition Educator, will dive into all the weight-loss supplements and help you discover which is best for you. Free. Fruitful Yield, 1124 Douglas Ave, Oswego. 630-554-3304.

FruitfulYield.com.

EFT Workshop – 7-8:30pm. Experience release of grief, stress, PTSD, digestion issues and much more.

Learn a 5-second negative energy release procedure.

Drop the grief from the loss of a loved one, pet, personal relationship. Free. Infinity Foundation, 1280 Old Skokie Rd, Highland Park. 847-831-8828.

EFT-Tom.com.

FRIDAY, MARCH 13 Wild & Scenic Film Festival – 7-9pm. A lineup of the best in environmental and adventure short films covering a variety of topics relevant to those concerned about the future of our planet. One Rotary Center, 1560 Sherman Ave, 3rd Fl, Evanston.

EvanstonEnvironment.org/filmfest.

SATURDAY, MARCH 14 Faith in Place Winter Farmers’ Market – 9am12pm. Market offers meat, eggs, honey, salsa, jam, bread, pastries, tea, seasonally available produce and more. United in Faith Lutheran Church, 6525 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago. FaithInPlace.org.

Infinity Family Fest – 9am-12:30pm. Features playful family fun with interactive, hands-on mindful games and activities. Parents and their children 3 and older will enjoy a Little Chefs playshop; a music sing-along; Amazing Magic with magician Tim Adamz, Balance Boarding; and Planting Kindness.

Also, Animal Quest brings wonders and wows of live wild and rescue animals to see and touch. Free; bring a canned good or a new book to support the Moraine Township Food pantry. Infinity Foundation, 1280 Old Skokie Rd, Highland Park. 847-831-8828.

For details & to register: InfinityFoundation.org.

Ancient Mysteries and Their Value to You Today – 9am-4pm. With John Van Auken, guest presenter from A.R.E. Virginia Beach. Presented by The Milwaukee Area Association for Research and Enlightenment, Inc and the Edgar Cayce Holistic Center Chicago (A.R.E.). Wingspread Retreat & Executive Conference Center, 33 E 4 Mile Rd, Racine, WI. For more info: 847-299-6535. Register: WisconsinAreAffiliates.regfox.com/ancient-mysteries-with-john-van-auken.

10th Annual Green Living Fair – 10am-2pm.

Theme: The Food Cycle: from Earth to Harvesting, Packaging, Consumption, Food Waste, Composting and Returned to Earth. Interact with many new exhibits this year featuring local environmental groups, farms, businesses. Continuous 30-min Speaker Forums. Have an opportunity to discuss sustainability with local leaders. Recycling opportunities. No goods or services will be sold at the fair. Admission free. Libertyville Civic Center, 135 W Church St, Libertyville. Facebook.com/ events/598882357562762.

SAVE THE DATE The Adoption Process from A to Z – 1:30-3pm.

Adoption of children has transformed from a secretive event into a mutual family-planning process for both placing parents and for adoptive parents. Attorney Sally Wildman describes adoption fundamentals, share key resources to develop an adoption plan, and highlights new developments in adoption practice. Free. Clarendon Hills Public Library, 7 N Prospect Ave, Clarendon Hills. Registration requested by Mar 12: 630-323-8188 or Tinyurl.com/AdoptionAZ. Chicago IANDS – 2-5pm. Support/study/resource forum for near-death, out-of-body and spiritual experiences, losses. Guest speaker: Dr. Terri Daniel, CT, CCTP, Interfaith Clinical Chaplain, grief & trauma counselor, author, Founder of The Afterlife Conference. $20 donation. Evanston Hospital, Frank Auditorium, 2650 Ridge Ave, Evanston. 847-251-5758.

ChicagoIANDS.org.

Movie: Overload: America’s Toxic Love Story – 3pm. Part of the One Earth Film Festival. Post screening discussion led by Dr. Susan Buchanan, clinical associate professor of environmental and occupational health sciences, UIC. The Wilmette Theatre, 1122 Central Ave, Wilmette. WilmetteTheatre.com.

Sacral Chakra Crystal Meditation & Sound Journey – 7-9pm. Clearing this chakra can create a sense of openness to your creativity, sexuality, fertility; the expression of who we are, the enjoyment of who we are; even the creation of life itself. Each participant will use an Orange Calcite sacral chakra crystal. Be guided through a Sacral Chakra-Clearing Meditation leading into a unique Sound Journey. $40/day of, $33/advance. Soul Energy, 3323 N Pulaski, Chicago.

773-609-3466. SoulEnergyWeb.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 15 Faith in Place Winter Farmers’ Market – 8:30am1pm. Market offers meat, eggs, honey, salsa, jam, bread, pastries, tea, seasonally available produce and more. Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 1234 N Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights.

FaithInPlace.org.

Hyde Park Handmade Bazaar – 12-4pm. Meet dozens of vendors while listening to Hyde Park’s finest DJs spinning jazzy, soulful soundtracks to your shopping. Promontory Restaurant, upstairs lounge, 5311 S Lake Park Ave W, Chicago. 312-801-2100.

Facebook.com/HydeParkHandmade.

Chicago IANDS, Big Grief Event – 1-9pm.

Grief Workshop, 1-5pm, Dr. Terri Daniel, CT, CCTP. Audience Medium Readings, 7-9pm with Suzane Northrup. Free parking. Mallinckrodt College, 1041A Ridge Rd, South Entrance, Wilmette. For more info & tickets: 847-251-5758 or ChicagoIANDS.eventbrite.com.

MONDAY, MARCH 16 Reiki Level One – 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 moves through your chakras cleaning and releasing bound energy (including stuck emotions and behavioral patterns). At this level reiki is a self-care tool, which is deeply restorative for those of us devoted to giving. $150. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. 847-864-1130.

ZenShiatsuChicago.org.

TUESDAY, MARCH 17 St. Patrick’s Day

Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners – 6:45-9pm.

3rd Tues. General meeting and presentation with Kim Bohannon, Naturalist and Certified Master Composter, “Too Good To Waste.” Learn to enhance your garden’s potential naturally.

Composting enriches soil, helping retain moisture and helps reduce the incidence of plant diseases and pests. Free. Batavia Public Library, 10 S Batavia Ave, Batavia. 630-879-1393.

Facebook.com/BataviaPlainDirtGardeners.

Open Energy Share – 7-9pm. 3rd Tues. Reiki is the most well-known energy healing technique.

But there are others: Karuna, Egyptian Sekhem, New Paradigm, Healing Touch, EFT (tapping), VST (Vibrational Sound), Pranic Healing, Crystal Healing, Quantum Healing, Therapeutic Touch, Access Consciousness Bars, Polarity Therapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), tuning forks and more. If you are attuned, trained, initiated or certified in any of these methods, you are invited to join us. Sound healing included simultaneously. $20. Soul Energy, 3323 N Pulaski, Chicago.

773-609-3466. SoulEnergyWeb.com.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18 Chicago Flower & Garden Show Week – Mar 1822. 10am-7pm, Wed-Sat; 10am-6pm, Sun. Theme: 20/20 Focus on Flowers. Blooming with new garden exhibits, activities, exclusive plant varieties, nightly spring fling events and more. Includes activities, seminars, classes, demonstrations and more. Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago. Info & tickets: ChicagoFlower.com.

A Fresh Start – 5:30-6:30pm. Dr. Kalli will share ways we can decrease exposure to toxins inside and out. She will also discuss the myths surrounding detox programs and will give you the tools to help you decide which detox program is right for you.

Free. Fruitful Yield, 155 N Randall Rd, Batavia.

630-897-3490. FruitfulYield.com.

Free Shiatsu Intro – 7-9:30pm. Learn the fundamental techniques and philosophies of Zen Shiatsu, and chat with current students and instructors. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston.

847-864-1130. ZenShiatsuChicago.org.

THURSDAY, MARCH 19 Weight Loss: Supplements 101 – 5:30pm. Jessica Earley, Fruitful Yield Nutrition Educator, will dive into all the weight-loss supplements and help you discover which is best for you. Free. Fruitful Yield, 360 Randall Rd, South Elgin. 847-888-0100.

FruitfulYield.com.

EFT Workshop – 7-9pm. Experience release of grief, stress, PTSD, digestion issues and much more.

Learn a 5-second negative energy release procedure. Drop the grief from the loss of a loved one, pet, personal relationship. Free. Garrett Wellness Center, 3020 N Kimball, Chicago. 773-317-6815.

EFT-Tom.com.

FRIDAY, MARCH 20 Spring Equinox Ostara (Wiccan)

Introduction to Essential Oils – 1:15-2:30pm.

Archana Lal-Tabak, MD, and Jim Lal-Tabak will discuss many ways to safely use essential oils; defuse in the air, ingest internally and apply on the skin. Learn to create a healthy internal and external environment. Free. Heart of Transformation Wellness Institute, 1618 Orrington Ave, Ste 206, Evanston. RSVP: 847-425-9355, 224-714-9593.

BodyMindMedicine.com.

Stress-Free Friday – 6-9pm. Multiple holistic practitioners and cool products. Free entry; sessions with practitioners: $35/30 mins, $70/60 mins. The Edgar Cayce Holistic Center, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines. 847-299-6535. HolisticCenterChicago.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 21 Chicago Community Gardeners Association 8th Annual Conference – 9am-3pm. Theme: Connections through Gardening: Plants, People and the Environment. Growing with Purpose Keynote address by Robert Nevel. Explore and celebrate the interconnectedness of our shared garden work and to foster relationships and conversations that shape and support best practices for sustainable living and growing in Chicago. Whitney Young Magnet High School, 211 S Laflin St, Chicago. More info & to register: ChicagoCommunityGardens.org/conference.

“EFT With A Guarantee” Certification – 9am5pm. Experience and learn EFT basics. Also counts as day 1 or day 2 of 12 hrs required for certification. Full certification requires 2 full days plus practice sessions. For someone new to EFT, EFT professionals, and other energy workers and therapists. Receive a certificate of completion. $95.

SoderWorld Wellness Center, 16 W 501 Nielson Ln, Willowbrook. EFT-Tom.com.

Wrigleyville Dental’s 5 Yrs on Ashland Ave Anniversary – 10am-1:30pm. Our practitioners and team would be happy to answer any and all of your questions while we give you a more in-depth look at our diagnostic equipment, study tools, wellness tests, ozone water and more. Free. Wrigleyville Dental, 3256 N Ashland, Chicago. RSVP by Mar 14: 773-975-6666 or WrigleyvilleDental.com.

Awaken the Buddha Within – 10am-3:30pm. A special blessing ceremony with Kadampa Buddhist monk Gen Kelsang Zamling to awaken your spiritual potential and make a deep connection to the enlightened founder of Buddhism in this world, Buddha Shakyamuni. Additional teachings and meditation retreat sessions continue on Mar 22 (see website). Everyone welcome. $60/person & up.

Kadampa Meditation Center Chicago in Oak Park, 13 Harrison St, Oak Park. MeditateInChicago.org.

Who is wise in love, love most, say least. ~Alfred Lord Tennyson

Plant Chicago Winter Farmers’ Market – 11am3pm. Locally grown, locally sold. 4459 S Marshfield Ave, Chicago. PlantChicago.org.

Green Movie: Current Revolution – 6-9:30pm.

Features an Eco-Expo, environmentally themed movie and a lively discussion about the topic of the movie with local experts afterward. Learn how residents Batavia and other cities in the Fox Valley can adapt and make the changes we need to make for a clean energy future. Free. Batavia City Hall Council Chambers, 100 N Island Ave, Batavia. 630-454-2000.

BataviaEC.org/green-night-out-at-the-movies.

SUNDAY, MARCH 22

World Water Day Farm Workers Awareness Week Gong Bath Meditation – 1-2:30pm. The sound of the gong creates deep relaxation, freeing you from the flood of thoughts your mind releases and stimulates the glandular system to a higher level of functioning. Allow your entire body to relax and let the sound of the gong penetrate the body and guide the mind, reducing tension, releasing blocks and stimulating circulation. $25/advance, $30/at door. Yin Yang Pilates & Yoga, 111 S Rand Rd, Lake Zurich. 847-719-1800. YinYangPilates.com.

MONDAY, MARCH 23 Essentials of Craniosacral Therapy – Mondays, Mar 23-30. 9am-4pm. 2-day course is a practical introduction to the theory and practice of the biodynamics of craniosacral balancing. Learn essential ways to perceive the body’s intrinsic movement dynamics, rhythms and pulsations. $300. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston.

847-864-1130. ZenShiatsuChicago.org.

TUESDAY, MARCH 24 Ganå-hdoha

Uncovering the Unknown, Unique, and (Sometimes) Unclear Past: A Report on the Summer 2019 Archaeological Excavations at Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie – 7pm. With Dr. Madeleine McLeester and Professor Mark Schurr, University of Notre Dame and Dr. Terrance Martin, Illinois State Museum. Learn about recent finds, archaeology of the region, and artifact analyses currently underway from the 2019 Passport in Time explorations at Midewin. Free. The Midewin Welcome Center, 30239 S State Rte 53, Wilmington. Registration required: 815-423-6370 or SM.FS.Midewin_RSVP@ usda.gov. More info: fs.usda.gov/midewin.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25 A Fresh Start – 5:30-6:30pm. Dr. Kalli will share ways we can decrease exposure to toxins inside and out. She will also discuss the myths surrounding detox programs and will give you the tools to help you decide which detox program is right for you.

Free. Fruitful Yield, 1512 N Naper Blvd, Naperville.

630-536-8265. FruitfulYield.com.

Acupuncture & Reiki Relaxation Hour – 7-8:30pm. Take time to chill out and breathe deep.

Join us for a mini acupuncture session designed to provide relaxation and deepen your calm, learn a reiki meditation, and experience a mini reiki session. Calandra Center for Health and Wellness, 47 W Polk St, Ste M-5, Chicago. 312-796-3965.

CalandraAcupuncture.com.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 26 Solar Plexus Chakra Crystal Meditation & Sound Journey – 7-9pm. The Solar Plexus Chakra is our power center. It involves our ego, power, will, desires, action. Clearing this chakra can create a sense of personal power and action without the struggle of control. Each participant will use a Yellow Calcite solar plexus chakra crystal. Be guided through a Solar Plexus Chakra-Clearing Meditation leading into a unique Sound Journey. $40/day of, $33/advance. Soul Energy, 3323 N Pulaski, Chicago.

773-609-3466. SoulEnergyWeb.com.

FRIDAY, MARCH 27 Chicagoland Pet of the Month – Co-sponsored

by Mark Drugs Compounding Pharmacy, Love Fur Dogs Pet Grooming and WCPT radio. Each month, they spotlight an adorable, adoptable dog or cat from Magnificent Mutts and Meows Rescue, highlighting the adoption on The Joan Esposito Show, 2-5pm.

WCPT radio 820AM and at WCPT820.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 28 Reiki Level 1 Certification – 9am-6pm. Be introduced to the practice and energy of reiki, its definition, history and principles. Each student will practice giving reiki and receive a certificate upon completion, along with a comprehensive Reiki book and a Soul Energy Reiki 1 manual. $150. Soul Energy, 3323 N Pulaski, Chicago. Pre-registration required: 773-609-3466 or SoulEnergyWeb.com.

SAVE THE DATE Endometriosis Awareness March 2020 – 10am6pm. Every year on the last Sat of Mar (Worldwide Endometriosis Day), Worldwide EndoMarch calls to action and unites the world to bring awareness of endometriosis. Walk to raise awareness about endometriosis, its diagnosis, treatments, and to provide a safe space to talk about living with this chronic illness. Will also have a speaker portion with local and nationally recognized doctors, healthcare providers and advocates. All welcome.

Free. The Palmer House Hilton, 17 E Monroe St, Chicago. Eventbrite.com/e/endomarch-chicago-2020-tickets-69820327479.

Faith in Place Winter Farmers’ Market – 11am3pm. Market offers meat, eggs, honey, salsa, jam, bread, pastries, tea, seasonally available produce and more. Advocate United Church of Christ, 10259 S Ave L, Chicago. FaithInPlace.org.

Amazing Gong Journey – 6-7:30pm. With Sound Healer Andre. $25/online, $30/atdoor. The Edgar Cayce Holistic Center, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines.

847-299-6535. HolisticCenterChicago.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 29 Faith in Place Winter Farmers’ Market – 11am3pm. Market offers meat, eggs, honey, salsa, jam, bread, pastries, tea, seasonally available produce and more. Annunciation of Our Lady Episcopal Church, 5725 Stearns School Rd, Gurnee. FaithInPlace.org.

Dr. K Lecture: Eat Right for Your Body Type – 1-4pm. There are hormonal and ancestral factors that determine our body type and whether we grow fat or thin, age well or not so well and whether we stay healthy or not. Find out what the various body types are, what category you fall into, and what foods should be eaten or avoided for maximum health, including weight loss. $10 admission that can be used for food and drink. Art Gallery Kafe, 127 Front St, Wood Dale. Dr. Leon Kolodziej: 773-589-9996. DrKChiroCare.com.

NaturesHealingRemedies.com.

Crystal Academy – 2-4pm. With Janel. Featuring aventurine, malachite and jade. $25. The Edgar Cayce Holistic Center, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines.

847-299-6535. HolisticCenterChicago.com.

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TUESDAY, MARCH 31 Cezar Chavez Day

SATURDAY, APRIL 4 Naturally Beautiful Garden Conference – 12:454:30pm. Keynote speaker: Doug Tallamy, visionary native wildlife advocate and researcher. Features national and local experts showing how ordinary people can heal nature while bringing beauty to our communities. $15-$20/advance; $20-$25/day of. Location: Unity Temple, 875 Lake St, Oak Park.

NativePlantConference.org.

ISNS Earth Day Celebration – 2-5pm. Come celebrate Earth Day with free activities for kids, lectures on composting, organic gardening and Chicago water purification, organic plant sale, organic food and natural products sale, shoe recycling and smartphone recycling. Free. Islamic Society of Northwest Suburbs, 3950 Industrial Ave, Rolling Meadows.

224-805-7361. IsnsEarthDay.blogspot.com.

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SAVE THE DATE SUNDAY, APRIL 5 Experiencing Heaven Now – 3-4pm. In college, Mary Bothwell was suddenly hit with a feeling of being disconnected and alone. Whatever the reason, she knew that a change in circumstances wouldn’t solve anything. It was at that point that spirituality became of primary importance in helping her find a lasting solution. Come hear about her spiritual journey and glean insights that can further your own spirituality. Free. First Church of Christ, Scientist, 155 Deerfield Rd, Deerfield. CSMetrochicago.org.

MONDAY, APRIL 13 Beginning Astrology Level 2 – 7:30-9:30pm. 6 wks. Learn transits, progressions, synastry, composite charts, solar arcs and solar returns. Requires basic astrological knowledge and a knowledge of interpretation. $180; $150 by Apr 6. Life Force Arts Center, 1609 W Belmont, Chicago. 773-327-7224.

Info@LifeForceArts.org. AstrologicalDetails.com.

TUESDAY, APRIL 14 Absolute Beginner Ballet and Tap Classes – Tuesdays, Apr 14-May 12. 5-wk workshop to teach students 50 and older the foundations of ballet and tap. Designed for individuals with no previous dance training. $75/series. North Shore School of Dance, 505 Laurel Ave, Highland Park. 847-510-3357.

CBG-Institute.org.

SATURDAY, APRIL 18 Restoring Your Landscape after Winter Seminar – 11am-1pm. With Melinda Myers. Winter in the Midwest can be hard on our landscapes. Help your landscape recover from winter with proper pruning, managing dieback, deciding what to replace and restoring your lawn’s health and beauty. Also, learn how to prepare your landscape for gardening challenges as well as economical ways to add color and pizzazz. Free. Pasquesi Home and Gardens, 975 N Shore Dr, Lake Bluff. 847-615-2700. Pasquesi.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 3 Holistic Health Fair – 10am-5pm. Connect with body, mind and spirit with a variety of holistic healing practitioners and retail products including: crystals, intuitive readers, mediums, massage, energy healing, nutrition, life coaches, yoga, pet health, sound healing, essential oils, reiki, acupuncture, CBD oil, natural skin care and more. Shop creative vendors and artisans. $5/person, free/age 16 & under; free parking. DoubleTree Hotel, 11800 108th St, Pleasant Prairie, WI. Debra: 262-515-1472, YogaTreeWC@gmail.com. HolisticHealthFair.org.

CLASSIFIEDS Reading the Houses In Reverse: The Soul’s Process of Reincarnation – 1-4pm. Reading the Houses in Reverse is a way to understand the soul’s karmic, reincarnational issues shown in the chart by following the journey going through conception, birth, maturity, death and the return to spirit to understand the soul’s purpose in the incarnation designated through the template of the birth chart. $55, $45/registration by Apr 26. Life Force Arts Center, 1609 W Belmont, Chicago. 773-327-7224.

Info@LifeForceArts.org. AstrologicalDetails.com.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 6 The Adoption Process from A to Z – 7-9:15pm.

Adoption of children has transformed from a secretive event into a mutual family-planning process for both placing parents and for adoptive parents.

Attorney Sally Wildman describes adoption fundamentals, share key resources to develop an adoption plan, and highlights new developments in adoption practice. Course #70100 under HOME & FAMILY in the catalogue. $30/family. Adult and Community Education Lyons Township, Lyons Township High School, North Campus, Rm 116, 100 S Brainard Ave, LaGrange. Register by May 4: 708-579-6573 or bit.ly/2Guxt19.

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 THE GREAT COSMIC TEACHINGS OF JESUS OF NAZARETH – The one who does not live in God lives in his self-made world of sensations, thoughts, words and deeds; the small world of the human ego. Toll-Free: 844-576-0937. Gabriele-Publishing-House.com.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 13 Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra Teacher Training – May 13-17. With Jennifer Reis. Course intended for anyone interested in guiding others to relax and heal. Gain the skills they need to lead others into deeper levels of freedom and health than they ever imagined possible. $695 before Mar 20, $770 after; $45/course manual. Heaven Meets Earth, 2746 Central St, Evanston. More info: 847-4751500. Register: Tinyurl.com/DivineSleepTraining.

SATURDAY, MAY 16 The Crystal Ranch Holistic & Energy Expo – May 16-17. 10am-5pm. 70+ vendors, 50 speakers and workshops. Indian vegan food. Win 1 of 3 raffles: San Diego, Hawaii, Phuket Thailand ($500-$2,900 value). Free parking. Advance: $7/1-day admission, $10/2-day admission; At door: $10/1-day admission, $12/2-day admission; free/ kids under 10. Clarion Inn Elmhurst-Oakbrook, 933 S Riverside Dr, Elmhurst. Tickets: Facebook. com/events/541889123334626. For vendors to apply: CrystalRanch11.com.

FRIDAY, MAY 29 Midwest Women’s Herbal Conference Weekend: Living on Purpose – May 29-31. Keynotes by Cornelia Cho, MD, and Robin Rose Bennett, herbalist and author. Includes workshops, plant walks and a kids’ camp, as well as teen herbal camps, red tent space, fire circles, singing circles, delicious locally sourced farm-to-table meals and more. Camp Helen Brachman, Almond, WI. For more info: MidwestWomensHerbal.com.

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Celestial Sundays – 8pm. Arit Tchiya will post the HeruScopes Update for the Strength (not weak/ week) ahead, as well as the Cosmic Chimes & Chanting Session that corresponds to the Reading. Donation via Paypal. KemeTones YouTube channel. 773-571-1591. PayPal.me/kemetones.

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MONTHLY SPECIAL OFFERS $25 Off Whole Body Checkup with Naturopathic Doctor – Thru Mar. Receive a whole-body evaluation by Dr. Alla Arutcheva. 4 different tests: Metatron-Oberon diagnostic bio-device, microscopic blood analysis, nail/tongue analysis and iridology.

Antalee Wellness Spa, 1834-36 Glenview Rd, Glenview. 847-486-1130. Antalee.com. $105 Myolift Anti-Aging Facial – Thru Mar. Myolift is a non-invasive therapy using FDA cleared microcurrent technology and anti-aging products to reeducate your facial muscles, tighten facial skin and contour your face and neck. Antalee Wellness Spa, 1834-36 Glenview Rd, Glenview. 847-486-1130.

Antalee.com. $135 90-Min Massage and Pedicure with Exotic Mango Feet Treatment – Thru Mar. The classic form of full-body soft tissue massage. Exotic mango scrub buffs away dead skin and calluses. Antalee Wellness Spa, 1834-36 Glenview Rd, Glenview.

847-486-1130. Antalee.com. $139 Vanilla Plum Body Scrub & Eminence Strawberry Rhubarb Hydrating/Refreshing Facial – Thru Mar. Scrub can be replaced for 60-min massage.

Consists of skin analysis, a quick cleanse, skin polish, masque and hydration. Antalee Wellness Spa, 1834-36 Glenview Rd, Glenview. 847-486-1130.

Antalee.com.

SUNDAY Ruck the Work Week – 7:30am. 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: Tinyurl.com/v56lep8.

The Mike Nowak Show Radio Program – 9-11am.

Live weekly local radio 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 1590 WCGO AM, also available in podcast on MikeNowak.net, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher and podcast apps, and streaming live on MikeNowak.net, TuneIn radio app and on Facebook at @The Mike Nowak Show.

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Bioregional Herbalism Course Level 1 Registration – Begins Mar 15. Registration now open. Meets 1 Sun/mo for 9 mos. A pathway to natural wellness. Build your personal resilience by discovering how to engage with bioregional plants as allies and develop personal intuition and connection for yourself and the natural world. The Resiliency Institute, 10S404 Knoch Knolls Rd, Naperville. 630-477-9910.

TheResiliencyInstitute.net.

Personal Fitness Memberships – Thru Mar. For those looking to get started with personal fitness or want to level up, Get Fit EGV is offering a founding membership for $125/month for unlimited small group training classes (regular $165). An initial personal training session is $75/90 mins, $450/10.

Get Fit EGV, 1622 E Algonquin Rd, Ste D1, within ISO Fitness, Schaumburg. 773-849-4990.

CoachRo@GetFitEGV.com. GetFitEGV.com.

SentinelWatch Podcast – 24/7 online. New audio podcasts filled with thought-provoking ideas posted each Monday. Contributors tackle topics relevant to daily life and inspiring prayers for the world. CSMetroChicago.org.

Meditation for Kids and Families – 10-10:45am.

An introduction to Buddha’s teachings, emphasizing the value of kindness and cultivating a good heart.

For families with children of all ages; best suited to ages 4-11. Includes a guided meditation, teaching and fun activities. $6/child. Kadampa Meditation Center Chicago in Oak Park, 13 Harrison St, Oak Park. MeditateInChicago.org.

The Edgar Cayce Bookstore Open – 10am-1pm.

Also 3rd Fri, 6-9pm. Bookstore is always open during scheduled events. The Edgar Cayce Holistic Center and Bookstore in Unity Northwest Church, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines. 847-299-6535.

HolisticCenterChicago.com.

Time to Dance: Ballet – 10:30-11:30am. Also Tues, 1:30-2:30pm & Thurs, 12:30-1:30pm. A class for people age 55 and over. First class free. Drop-ins welcome; pre-registration requested. CBG Institute for Dance and Health, 505 Laurel Ave, Highland Park. Register: 847-510-3357 or CBG-Institute.org.

Gluten-Free Monday – 10am-8pm. All gluten-free grocery items 10% off all-day long. Earthly Goods Health Foods, 6951 GrandAve, Gurnee. 847-855-9677.

Earthly-Goods.com.

Therapeutic Yoga Class – 4-5:30pm. Receive personal attention, grounding and centering, therapeutic approach, strength, flexibility and extension, focus on inner work breath, mindfulness and meditation. $108/series of 4 classes, $30/drop-in. Heart of Transformation Wellness Institute, 1618 Orrington Ave, Ste 206, Evanston. RSVP: 847-425-9355, LalTabak@mac.com. BodyMindMedicine.com.

TUESDAY Acupuncture Special – If you’ve never tried acupuncture at Nirvana Naturopathics, but are curious, try it for only $54. Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine will check your pulses and insert tiny little needles in your ears. You will be relaxed for 25-30 mins while listening to music. Nirvana Naturopathics, 707 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 100, Deerfield. 847-715-9044. NirvanaNaturopathics.com.

Cupping Special – A Chinese technique used for generations is the use of suction cups to bring tension and toxins to the surface of the skin from deep layers. Cupping provides excellent relief for back pain, asthma, colds and more. New patient special: 3 cupping sessions for $99. Nirvana Naturopathics, 707 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 100, Deerfield.

847-715-9044. NirvanaNaturopathics.com.

Facial Acupuncture Special – The reportedly safer alternative to surgery or Botox. This cosmetic treatment is an extension of traditional acupuncture. It’s said to naturally help make the skin look younger, smoother, and all-around healthier. And unlike injection procedures, Mei Zen facial acupuncture addresses not only signs of aging, but also the skin’s overall health. Try it for $120. Nirvana Naturopathics, 707 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 100, Deerfield.

847-715-9044. NirvanaNaturopathics.com.

Light School – 9-10:15am. Weekly gathering with Heather Faun Basl on various spiritual topics and subjects. Have tea with Heather and expand your soul. 675 Station Blvd, Aurora. Topics & info: HeatherFaunBasl.com.

Beginning Mat Pilates – 10-11am. Amanda Kantor, Certified Pilates Instructor, leads a beginning-level mat Pilates exercise class. Limited enrollment. $100/4 wks. re:fit, 901 Waukegan Rd, Glenview.

For more info & appt: 847-657-0881. ReFitInc.com.

Complimentary Consultation – 1-5pm, by appt.

Are you feeling older than your age? Brain fog or stress turning you into a zombie? Come and sit down for a 30-min complimentary consultation with one of our board certified physicians to discuss your health and formulate a plan to uncover the real causes of your symptoms. ChiroMend Natural Health Center, 1834 Glenview Rd, Ste 2W, Glenview. For appt: 847-730-3988. More info: ChiroMend.com.

Time to Dance: Ballet – 1:30-2:30pm. See Sun listing. CBG Institute for Dance and Health, 505 Laurel Ave, Highland Park. Register: 847-510-3357 or CBG-Institute.org.

Time to Dance: Tap – 2:40-3:20pm. CBG Institute for Dance and Health, 505 Laurel Ave, Highland Park. Register: 847-510-3357 or CBG-Institute.org.

Silent Meditation Service – 6pm. Led by Anita Stehmeier. Spending 45 mins in meditation can make a powerful impact on your well-being and quality of life. Being supported by a group makes meditation much easier. Free-will offering. Unity Northwest Church, 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines.

847-297-0997. UnityNorthwest.org.

Qigong – 6-8pm. 2nd Tues. Discover the healing abilities of the ancient practice of qigong. Free qigong and taiji classes for the inexperienced; also a space for experts to practice their skills. Pacific College of Health & Science, 65 E Wacker Pl, 17th Fl, Chicago. 773-477-4822.

CBD/CBG Oil Benefits Introduction – 7pm.

CBD oil is everywhere today. Informational session from certified Hemp/CBD educator Dee Bayro of Natural Remedee Health Solutions. Explains the benefits and science about how and why cannabis works. Plus get the basics of what to look for in a quality product. Hear about the different formulas, delivery options, dosing, drug interactions and more. Be introduced and able to try a fast-acting, long-lasting, high-grade CBD/CBG hemp extract.

Free samples available. Natural Remedee Heath Solutions, 830 E Higgins Rd, Ste 116, Schaumburg.

RSVP: 630-309-3409.

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

THURSDAY Time to Dance: Ballet – 12:30-1:30pm. See Sun listing. CBG Institute for Dance and Health, 505 Laurel Ave, Highland Park. Register: 847-510-3357 or CBG-Institute.org.

Time to Dance: Modern – 1:30-2:30pm. A class for people ages 55 and over. First class free. Drop-ins welcome; pre-registration requested. CBG Institute for Dance and Health, 505 Laurel Ave, Highland Park. Register: 847-510-3357 or CBG-Institute.org.

FRIDAY 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. RSVP: 847-425-9355, LalTabak@mac.com. BodyMindMedicine.com.

SATURDAY Stay Free of Allergies for Life – Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Techniques, or NAET, is a dramatic new treatment for the cure of allergies (and sensitivities). It is a specific treatment procedure formulated by combining chiropractic and Chinese Medicine principles applied through spinal manipulation, acupuncture, kinesiology, acupressure and nutrition. Come in for an initial visit to get reverse your allergy today. Nirvana Naturopathics, 707 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 100, Deerfield. 847-715-9044.

NirvanaNaturopathics.com.

WEDNESDAY Online CBD/Hemp Presentation – Curious about how to be part of this fast-growing, billion-dollar cannabis/hemp industry? Join us for a quick 30min zoom call and learn about how you can be an independent rep with the fastest growing CBD/ hemp company in the industry. Info: 630-309-3409.

Presentation: Zoom.us/j/6303093409.

Prayer Meeting – Time varies depending on location. Informal weekly gatherings with inspirational readings, song, prayer and time to share healings & inspiration. Meetings held at more than 24 locations of Churches of Christ, Scientist in the metro Chicago region. Locations: CSMetroChicago.org.

Morning Bird Walks – 7-9am. Join Geoffrey Williamson of the Chicago Ornithological Society to explore the spectacular bird life around North Pond.

After your exploration, come inside the Museum for coffee and discuss what birds were spotted. Bring binoculars. Free. Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, 2430 N Cannon Dr, Chicago. NatureMuseum.org.

Let’s Talk CBD/CBG Oil: The Therapeutic Benefits and Business Opportunity – 8pm. Learn how to become part of this revolution in health. Hop online to learn more about this work-from-home business opportunity. We will present a brief 15min overview. RSVP: 630-309-3409. Meeting ID: 630-309-3409. Zoom.US.

The most important thing is to try and inspire people so that they can be great in whatever they want to do. ~Kobe Bryant

Palatine Indoor Farmers’ Market – Thru Apr. 8am-12pm. 1st & 3rd Sat. Inside Palatine Train Station, 137 W Wood St, Palatine. 847-358-1649.

Palatine.il.us/663/Farmers-Market.

Green City Indoor Market – Thru Apr. 8am-1pm.

Some months not every week; see website for details. Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, 2430 N Cannon Dr, Chicago. GreenCityMarket.org.

Butterfly Haven Yoga – 8:30-9:45am. A rejuvenating class in the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven. Leave class feeling energized, balanced and ready to take their practice off the mat and out into the world.

BYO mat. Must be 18 or older to participate. Must register in advance; no drop-ins. Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, 2430 N Cannon Dr, Chicago.

Tinyurl.com/rqckpck.

Tai Chi Class – 9am. Also Tues, 8:15pm. Reduce stress; increase flexibility and balance; improve muscle strength and definition; increase energy; stamina and agility. Wear flat-soled shoes and loose-fitting clothes. $10/class. Whole Health Acupuncture, 50 Turner Ave, Elk Grove Village.

847-357-3929. WholeHealthPrograms.com.

Ki-Hara Resistance Stretching Class – 9-10am.

Stretch and strengthen your hips and shoulders using the revolutionary flexibility method, Ki-Hara.

Increase range of motion and decrease pain in half the time of yoga. $5 for first class. Stretch Chi, 410 S Michigan Ave, Ste 841, Chicago. Advance registration required: 773-750-5031. StretchChi.com.

Barbell Boot Camp – 10-11am. Small group fitness class with barbell training to improve functional movements and shed body fat. Class pass expires 30 days after purchase. Save 50% off of the regular drop-in fee $20 by registering for Barbell Boot Camp. Get Fit EGV, 1622 E Algonquin Rd, Unit D1, within ISO Fitness, Schaumburg. 773-819-7459.

GetFitEGV.com.

Chicago Architecture Center Family Day – 10am2pm. 2nd Sat. Ages 3+ explore the galleries to learn fun facts, find hidden gems and participate in handson demonstrations. Themes and activities change each month. Free with CAC admission. Chicago Architecture Center, 111 E Wacker Dr, Chicago.

Architecture.org.

Winter European Farmers’ Market – Thru Apr 11. 10am-2pm. 2nd Sat. Get your farmers’ market fix during the off season. Visit favorite farmers and producers, and maybe meet a new favorite.

Sugar Beet Food Co-op, 442 S Grove, Oak Park.

708-948-7656. SugarBeetCoop.SquareSpace.com.

Wicker Park Indoor Farmers’ Market – Thru Apr 4. 10am-3pm. 1st Sat. Includes local and regional farmers, food producers and processors selling handmade and homegrown varieties of fresh fruit and vegetables, baked goods, meats, cheeses, flowers and more. The Robey Hall, 2018 W North Ave, Chicago. WickerParkFarmersMarket.com.

Introduction to Heartland Meditation – 2-3pm.

Learn how to meditate using a guided technique of reflecting and cleansing. Join us for an eye-opening session that shows how the human mind works, what to do to tackle stress, and how you can find your true self through meditation. Free. Heartland Meditation, 1444 S Butterfield Rd, Mundelein.

Advance registration required: 224-433-6338.

HeartlandMeditation.com.

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ZERO BALANCING WELLNESS CENTER

Connecting you to the leaders in natural health care & green living in our community.

ACUPUNCTURE AND TRADITIONAL ORIENTAL MEDICINE 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. See ad on page 21.

AESTHETIC AND ANTI-AGING MEDICINE DR. JOSIE TENORE, MD, MSC, BCIM

Specializing in Anti-Aging Beauty & Wellness FreshSkin Medical Spa & Wellness Center 595 Elm Pl, Ste 208, Highland Park 60035 847-681-8821 • MyFreshSkin.com Dr. Josie’s journey has taken her to multiple countries and has given her the unique experience of witnessing how medicine is practiced all over the world. Her passion in family medicine aesthetics has led her to advocate a program of eating well, exercising and aesthetics for patients who are passionate about having the best quality of life. See ads on pages 5 and 13.

ALLERGIES CALANDRA CENTER FOR HEALTH & WELLNESS

Acupuncture, NAET Allergy Elimination, Reiki, Classes/CEU Located in Chicago’s South Loop & Schaumburg 312-796-3965 CalandraAcupuncture.com CCHW offers: acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine, NAET Allergy Elimination, reiki, Access Consciousness Bars and a variety of classes. Classes are available for adults, children and CEU for acupuncturists. We believe that when someone has the tools to help themselves that the possibilities are endless.

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MIDWEST ALLERGY RELIEF CENTER 3365 N Arlington Hts Rd, Ste D, Arlington Hts 60004 847-392-7901 MidwestAllergyRelief.com

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. See ad on page 19.

BODYWORK NATIONAL LYMPHATIC CENTERS

Sharon M Vogel, LMT, CLT, BCTMB, MFR 5002a Main St, Downers Grove 630-241-4100 • Lymphatics.net Sharon Vogel is referred to by Mayo Clinic practitioners, national surgeons and physicians. She offers 27 years’ experience 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 and treatment the second Sunday of each month, 12-2 p.m. 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.

See ad on back cover.

Mary H. Murphy, LMT, CZB, CST-D 809 Ridge Rd, Ste 200, Wilmette 60091 847-920-9292 • ZBWellness.com Zero Balancing (ZB) works with the flow of chi through the skeletal system. Gentle, and energizing, a ZB session leaves the client with a wonderful feeling of body-mind integration and energized relaxation. ZB can help relieve body pain, emotional distress and boost well-being. Received clothed, ZB addresses the whole person.

CBD / HEMP OIL NATURAL REMEDEE HEALTH SOLUTIONS Dee Bayro, CHHC NaturalRemedee.com LetsTalkHempOil.com

The research is overwhelming on the benefits of using phytocannabinoids from hemp. As a certified holistic health advisor, let me help answer your questions and see if hemp oil extract is right for you. Over thousands of studies support the therapeutic benefits of phytocannabinoid diols for over 250 health conditions. I offer the world’s best, one-of-akind hemp extract that has the power of intravenous therapy within a convenient oral, liposomal delivery system. Visit our website or attend a local presentation to learn more about this new science. Get involved with this revolution in health. We are looking for professionals and influencers to work with contact me for more info. See ad on page 41.

COACHING & COUNSELING SUSAN CURRY

InteriorWerx 312-479-7893 Info@InteriorWerx.us InteriorWerx.us Are you feeling unfocused and desire to get your life back on track? Seeking solutions for health issues or emotional balance? Susan is an emotional frequency intuitive using her empathetic skills to help. Call Susan a call for a 15min complimentary phone consult and see if it’s a good tool for you!

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY ONE MIND AND BODY CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

Carol G. Sherby, BS, LMT, BCST 22W550 Poss St, Glen Ellyn 630-205-1075 OneMindAndBody.com Carol Sherby uses gentle CranioSacral Therapy to help treat pain and dysfunction associated with a wide range of medical issues, including concussions, migraines, neck and back pain, torticollis, autism, chronic fatigue and more. She takes a holistic approach to healing, and how constrictions to nerve fibers can arise in response to physical injury, stress or emotional trauma. Through CST technique, massage and reflexology, balance can be achieved, promoting wellness in mind, body and spirit.

DANCE FOR HEALTH

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

TIME TO DANCE WITH CBG INSTITUTE FOR DANCE & HEALTH

HEAL N CURE MEDICAL WELLNESS

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 11.

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.

DECLUTTERING/ ORGANIZING

GYMS & FITNESS FACILITIES

North Shore School of Dance 505 Laurel Ave, Highland Park 60035 DanceForJoy16@gmail.com CBG-Institute.org

MEGAN SPILLMAN

708-275-0110 Megan@PeaceAndTidy.com PeaceAndTidy.com Clutter adds stress and drains time and energy. Megan supports individuals, families and business owners in decluttering spaces. She is trained in the KonMari Method™ which focuses on joy and gratitude.

Contact Megan to schedule a complimentary 30-minute call to learn more about creating a plan to confront clutter.

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 51.

Meena Malhotra, MD, ABIM, ABOM 1122 Willow Rd, Northbrook 60062 847-686-4444 HealNCure.com

GET FIT EGV

Rowena Dziubla, Owner 773-819-7459 CoachRo@GetFitEGV.com Facebook | Instagram RX your workout at GET FIT EGV located at 1622 E. Algonquin Rd, just west of Moretti’s Schaumburg in the Park Place Shopping Center.

Group classes available 7 days a week: barbell/Olympic training, HIIT, bootcamp and more! Check out my website, FB, IG and Twitter for more information.

HEALTH & WELLNESS COACHING INTEGRATIVE WELLNESS STUDIO

Heidi Smith, CINHC, CCWS, CMP 312-259-7585 HeidiSmith@IntegrativeWellnessStudio.net IntegrativeWellnessStudio.net Personalized health coaching programs to help you reach sustainable health for life through better nutrition and lifestyle changes. Areas of specialty include Celiac disease, autoimmune disorders, women’s health and weight management. Understanding. Encouragement. Support. Accountability.

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 specialty. 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. 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.

HOLISTIC DENTISTRY 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.

DR. ALLA AVER, DDS

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 39.

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KINTSUGI WELLNESS

Jill Briska, DC 1263 Highland Ave, Ste 1A, Lombard 630-412-1852 Kintsugi-Wellness.com Are you still suffering with a chronic health condition and have tried “everything?” It’s time to activate your body’s own frequencies to heal itself with Biocybernetics. Cyberscan technology is based on quantum physics and addresses food allergies, dementia, ADHD, pain, lack of energy, addictions or “mystery illnesses” by balancing your frequencies and improving your immune system by 149%. Certified Class 2 medical device, used for diagnosis and treatment in over 27 EU countries, FDA-approved and used at the world-renowned cancer clinic Hope4Cancer in Mexico and the Hippocrates Health Institute in Florida. Helps dogs, cats, horses and more, too!

HYPNOTHERAPY

INTUITIVE CONSULTATION

DR. FUNDA KAHN, CHI

Inner Child Connection Ltd 847-971-1221 FundaKahn@gmail.com InnerChildConnection.com Having unique training and experience, Dr. Funda Kahn offers myriad techniques customized for individuals and groups to create peace and harmony in their lives. Trained as an oral surgeon, she committed her life to healing souls. Teaching hypnosis, self-hypnosis, EFT, and “inner child connection” are only the beginning of what she can provide. “Feelings buried alive never die.” – Karol Truman. See ad on page 25.

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

MICHELE HEATHER

847-509-8289 MicheleHeather1@yahoo.com Get clarity, direction and empowerment as we release old patterns and blockages that keep you feeling stuck in life. Using Soul Memory Discovery, Michele helps you work with your angels and guides to practice new inner processes and expand into your highest good and true self. Michele is also intuitive and a Reiki Master Teacher.

LIFELONG LEARNING & PERSONAL GROWTH CHRISTIAN SCIENCE IN METRO CHICAGO CSMetroChicago.org

NEW VITALITY MD DR. KRISTIN KLOCKO, PHARMD, RPH, PSCD

Health His Way, Wheaton 60189 630-254-0766 Health-His-Way.com Dr. Kristin provides natural solutions to GI issues, autoimmune, infection, hormone imbalance, anxiety, depression, learning disabilities, sleep issues and more. She specializes in DNA/genetic analysis, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, neurofeedback with photostim, neurotransmitter and endocrine system analysis. She is certified by the Institute for Functional Medicine in Reversing Cognitive Decline (The Bredesen Protocol).

20771 N Rand Rd,Ste I-2, Kildeer 60047 847-585-9700 NewVitalityMD.com Newly expanded services under new owner/operator thriveMD. Specializing in bio-identical hormone replacement therapy for men and women, medical and supplement-based weight loss, aesthetic services such as Botox, Juvéderm and PRP; and now adding IV therapies, including nutritionals, NAD, Exosomes, Amino Acids, Glutathione and Stem Cells, plus B12 and Vitamin D injections. See ad on page 9.

thriveMD – OPTIMAL HEALTH LIVE POWERFULLY AYURVEDA

22W550 Poss St, Glen Ellyn 60137 630-460-1211 WeLivePowerfully.com Christy Studant is an Ayurveda practitioner, yoga/Pilates teacher and Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. Through pulse and tongue assessment, she uses some of the most profound natural techniques to help rebalance the body systems, mind and spirit through herbal and nutrition detoxification, Shirodhara, chakra balancing and healing energy yoga for rejuvenation, as well as life coaching.

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.

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Dr. Greg Seaman 1355 Remington Rd, Ste I, Schaumburg IL 60173 312-600-5070 Info@thriveMD.org

Using IV therapies, PRP, weight management and other natural programs, we help conditions like fatigue, brain fog, hormone imbalance, pain, injury, weight gain, decreased performance, tickborn disease and more.

After an initial consultation, we design your custom program to obtain true optimal health, which includes living a healthy lifestyle and being committed to yourself. See ad on page 9.

INTEGRATIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY ELLEN KATZ, MS, LMFT

Clinical Director, Inner Balance Northbrook, Chicago, Palm Springs 847-224-0244 InnerBalanceNow.com Ellen’s 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist integrates a conscious approach to healing old patterns through a mix of trauma and mindfulness-based psychotherapies, HMR, Lifeline, The Work (Byron Katie), energy medicine and somatic awareness. Join Meetup.com “Inner Balance Meditation” for updates on her events, and visit her at EllenKatz.net.

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Resources for your spiritual journey … events, weekly online podcasts, community worship services, Christian Science Reading Rooms. Explore our website and connect with us at more than 24 locations around Chicago. See ad

THE EDGAR CAYCE HOLISTIC CENTER AND BOOKSTORE

At Unity Northwest Church 259 E Central Rd, Des Plaines 60016 847-299-6535 • AREChicagoCenter@gmail.com Full-service bookstore, Cayce remedies, spiritual growth study groups, monthly programs, workshops and holistic fairs, intuitive skills development training, knowledgeable seekers, intuitives, healers and more. Call for hours. See ad on page 37.

INFINITY FOUNDATION

1280 Old Skokie Rd, Highland Park 60035 847-831-8828 • InfinityFoundation.org Offering more than 200 Courses for Life in personal, professional and spiritual growth and development.

Infinity Family Fest, FREE, March 14. Healing Karmic Patternes, March 15. Call or email for a free course guide. CEUs available for 14 professionals.

MEDITATION CENTER KADAMPA MEDITATION CENTER CHICAGO 13 Harrison St, Oak Park 60304 2010 W Pierce Ave, Chicago 60622 708-763-0132 MeditateInChicago.org

Meditation and modern Buddhism. Everyone welcome. We offer an array of drop-in classes, weekend events, and retreats open to everyone and suitable for all levels of experience. A non-profit, all-volunteer organization, we’re dedicated to sharing the practical wisdom of Buddha’s teachings with Chicagoland through meditation and mindfulness practices.

MINDFUL TAX PREP & ACCOUNTING MARMEL ACCOUNTING

REGENERATIVE MEDICINE CARING MEDICAL REGENERATIVE MEDICINE CLINICS

4433 W Touhy, Ste 525, Lincolnwood 60712 773-456-9729 Michael@MarmelAccounting.com MarmelAccounting.com

Dave Woznica, MD Danielle Steilen-Matias, MMS, PA-C 715 Lake St, Ste 600, Oak Park 60301 708-462-6377 • CaringMedical.com

Accounting with heart. Would you like to improve the lives of some of the poorest people on this planet while getting your taxes done? All our earnings are first loaned to Kiva.org. Most tax returns are $200. Accounting is $35/hr. We utilize cutting-edge technology to drastically reduce your costs and improve efficiency.

Specialists in stem cell therapy, PRP and H3 Prolotherapy: the most scientifically curative regenerative injection method for chronic pain, sports injuries and arthritis. Since 1993, we’ve helped patients who have plateaued with other pain “management” treatments to permanently resolve their pain, nerve entrapments and disabling symptoms without surgery or medication.

NATURE CLASSES THE RESILIENCY INSTITUTE

Located at McDonald Farm 10S404 Knoch Knolls Rd, Naperville 60565 630-447-9910 TheResiliencyInstitute.net We offer intro and advanced events and courses in: permaculture, herbalism, edible wild plants, natural landscapes, forest/nature therapy, wellness and more. Register through February for our certificate courses. Check our website for a schedule of farm events, films, seeds swaps, community celebrations, food security projects and more.

NATUROPATHIC CONSULTATION DR. ALLA ARUTCHEVA, MD, PHD, ND

Associate Professor, Rush University Med. School Antalee Wellness 1836 Glenview Rd, 2nd Fl, Glenview 60025 847-486-1130 • AntaleeHolistic.com Have gut problems? Suspect leaky gut? Do not give up! We have a solution for you! Our key strategies are “DetermineRemoveRepairRestore” that address the gut health and integrity of the intestinal wall. Special individual program will be created and help your gut be happy again. Learn more about leaky gut and our therapeutic strategy at AntaleeHolistic.com.

SOUND HEALING CELLULAR MUSIC THERAPY

Margaret (Gosia) Gusztyn, Coach & Music Facilitator 105 E Schaumburg Rd, 2 Fl, Schaumburg 60194 331-200-0439 Cellular-Music-Therapy.webnode.com Discover how your body communicates with sound on the cellular level.

Gosia offers a unique healing technique using Tuning Forks (musical instruments), which produce natural sound frequencies based on Pythagorean scale and tune, heal, balance your body, mind and spirit, thereby freeing from stress, traumas, anxiety, blockages, pain, inflammation, etc.

Music is a natural source of holistic medicine.

KEMETONES COSMIC SOUND HEALING Arit Neter S Mery Maati (Aka Tchiya Amet) 8008 S Ellis Ave, Ste 2, Chicago 60619 773-571-1591 • Kemetones.org

Experience the benefits of acupuncture, without the needles. Sound healing can open previously closed gateways and eliminate blocks that cause pain or stress. Tuning Fork Therapy can shift frequencies and raise vibrations, allowing inner peace and purified desires to manifest. Based on ancient Egyptian wisdom and technology, and Traditional Chinese Medicine. We make house calls.

See ad on page 25.

SOUL ENERGY

Mary Ellen Azzi 3323 N Pulaski, Chicago 60641 773-609-3466 SoulEnergyWeb.com Enhance your healing journey by releasing stress and stagnant energy. Receive Vibrational Sound Therapy (VST) utilizing pure bronze Himalayan bowls, reiki and other energy modalities to release in whatever way your higher consciousness is ready. Offering private sessions, group events and energy classes in a kind, caring, supportive and safe space.

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Northwest Healing is your destination for practical knowledge for your important healthcare decisions. Forefront modalities such as thermographic imaging and the AO Scan, a bio-resonance device used to detect abnormalities in cells, tissues, and organs throughout the body and reset your system to optimal frequencies, detect health concerns before they become a medical emergency. Northwest Healing also offers hypnotherapy sessions. Experience all that Northwest Healing has to offer to help you live your best life. See ad on page 23.

WELLNESS EMPOWERED

2177 Shermer Rd, Northbrook 60062 847-963-6094 YourWellnessEmpowered.com Whole Body Thermometry (WBT) is a gentle, painless testing method utilizing a radiation-free, infrared-scanning device to assess and identify which organs are struggling to regulate. Knowing where organ stress exists enables us to take preventive actions to restore and maintain balanced organ function. This remarkable adjunct diagnostic device, enables us to see the contributing factors that often manifest long before symptoms of chronic illness appear.

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Beginning Zen Shiatsu

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.

10-Week Sessions

Mar 31 - Jun 9 (Skip Apr 21), Tue 11am-2pm April 1 - June 3, Wed 7-10pm June 25 - August 27, Thu 7-10pm

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Jul 17-19 & 24-26 Fri 7-10pm, Sat/Sun 9am-4pm or try one of our

Free Introductory Workshops March 18, Wednesday, 7:00-9:30pm April 15, Friday, 7:00-9:30pm To view more class times visit zenshiatsuchicago.org/schedule/

E-mail info@zenshiatsuchicago.org or call 847-864-1130 to sign up today!

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