October 2020 Natural Awakenings Chicago Magazine

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Natural Awakenings is a family of nearly 60 healthy living magazines celebrating 26 years of providing the communities we serve with the tools and resources we all need to lead healthier lives on a healthy planet.

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20 CALM DOWN

Taming the Flames of Stress-Related Illness

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23 THREE WAYS TO RELEASE STRESS

by Journaling

24 MANAGING

DEPRESSION HOLISTICALLY Wise Words from Craig Mead

26 STRESSED-OUT TEENS

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Ways to Help Them Chill

28 STRONG AND SUPPLE JOINTS

How to Keep Hips and Knees Happy

30 NATURAL APPROACHES TO POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION

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32 A BETTER BREAKFAST

Healthy Tips and Recipes to Start the Day

38 WISHFUL RECYCLING What Not to Put in the Bin

40 SHOP SMALL-SHOP LOCAL-SHOP EARLY

42 THE MIGHTY OAK

Chicago Region Works to Protect Keystone Species

44 LET THERE BE LIGHT for Houseplants

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’ve been watching the squirrels gather their winter food supplies, including acorns, walnuts and hickory nuts, conserving summer’s bounty for another season. As the days get cooler, they’re scurrying around the yard, typically with something in their mouth, looking for a storage space. Hmmm, somehow this often seems to involve one of my containers of herbs or tomato plants ...

Likewise, fall is a time for picking apples and pears, storing hard shell squash and putting away food for the winter. This year is no exception, and I’m noticing how many people are taking a more active approach to food preservation. One of the interesting side effects of the pandemic has been an increased interest in revisiting age-old traditions of canning, freezing, dehydrating and otherwise actively engaging in preserving fruits Peggy Malecki and vegetables for the winter. Yes, this serves a very practical need and ensures there'll be more food to get us through the winter while also allowing us to savor the fruits of the season in the cold months. Yet, prepping, chopping and preserving food can also be a great form of meditation and reflection, focusing our minds on the produce, the cutting board and the process we’re following.

This month’s issue of Natural Awakenings Chicago focuses on stress management.

In a year that’s affected everyone, the change of seasons is perhaps an ideal time to take stock of our own stress levels, assess the well-being of those around us and investigate new things we can do every day not just to cope, but to thrive. In our main article, Marlaina Donato offers ways we can rebalance, better manage and re-direct high levels of stress to maintain a healthy body, mind and spirit. We also explore how to get started in journaling, ways to help our kids cope with their own pressures, natural approaches to managing postpartum depression and holistic ways of managing depression. Of course, what we eat in stressful times is so important, and you’ll find some amazing tasty (and healthy) recipes for inspiring breakfasts and gluten-free comfort foods.

It’s not just our bodies and lives that are stressed—the natural world is facing more pressures than ever. Fires, heat waves, droughts, hurricanes, derechos and more have intensified with climate change, and invasive species, temperature zonal changes and other factors are pushing many species to the brink while stressing other natural populations.

One such affected species that we all know is the oak tree, which author William Bryant Logan calls “the frame of civilization.” While not the largest or oldest trees on Earth, oaks have been inextricably tied to human civilization from the very beginning.

Oaks support an amazing range of biodiversity and are host plants to more than 500 different species of butterflies and moths alone. Yet their numbers are declining in many areas due to disease, development and other factors. This “keystone species” is an indicator of the health of our ecosystems, and local contributing writer Sheryl DeVore introduces us to a few of the many conservationists in our area working to help native oak populations.

As we journey through fall, please be sure to take time for some self-care and energizing practices. One of my favorite fall activities is gathering and pressing unique leaves I find on daily walks, as well as continuing my habit of taking a photo or two each day to note the progression of the year. Maybe you’ll want to try journaling or meditation, listen to new music, cook a seasonal recipe or find other ways to spend time doing activities that refresh and nurture your spirit.

As always, I urge you to take a mindful trip outside every day just to observe and listen to the natural world. Notice the leaves as they change colors, look for birds still migrating through the area, safely visit a local natural area and savor the changing seasons.

Happy October!

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Globalfest to be Held at Humboldt Park This Year

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he 14th annual Chicago Fair Trade Globalfest fundraiser will be a socially distanced drive-in event held from 5 to 8 p.m., October 11, at the Humboldt Park boathouse. Guests with cars will be parked in the boathouse parking lot, while guests on foot will gather on the spacious boathouse patio at a safe distance from one another. This celebration will offer festive food, drinks, music, performance art and a popular silent auction. All tickets include an open bar with local wine, beer, cocktails and kombucha, plus delicious food, live music and entertainment.

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Low Dose Naltrexone Online Lecture and Book Launch with Mark Drugs

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ark Drugs will present a lecture and book launch at 4 p.m., October 14, covering an “old” drug, Naltrexone, and how it can be used to reduce the symptoms of autoimmune and chronic diseases such as chronic fatigue syndrome, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, Lyme, Lupus, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and Crohn’s at one-tenth the dose of the commercially available tablets. The virtual event will include three speakers.

Linda Elsegood, from the Low Dose Naltrexone Research Trust, editor of The LDN Book volumes 1 and 2, will highlight the latest research behind Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN) and which conditions it is currently being studied for.

Dr. Sarah Zielsdorf, with Motivated Medicine, in Downers Grove, will discuss her experience as a prescriber and patient using LDN.

Mark Drug pharmacist Craig Batagowski, Pharm.D., will discuss the pharmacist’s prospective, how this safe, non-toxic drug can be formulated, potential interactions and what to expect.

Registration: $10; $32 with The LDN Book Volume 2; $49 with volumes 1 and 2. Register at LDNResearchTrust.org/ldn-book2. Books available to order or purchase at Mark Drugs with free shipping and handling. Call Mark Drugs at 847-419-9898 or visit MarkDrugs.com. See ad on page 27, in the Community Resource Guide and in the Business Directory at NAChicago.com.

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Infinity Foundation Virtual GALA + Meet & Greet + Summit

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he 23rd Infinity GALA, Revisioning 2020: Powering Up ($80), will take place from 7:15 to 9:15 p.m., October 16, on Zoom. It features live inspirational talks from former Infinity Foundation Spirit Award recipients and a keynote speech from 2020 Spirit Award recipient Eben Alexander.

Guests should register for an optional meet-and-greet with Alexander preceding the Gala ($40) from 6 to 6:45 p.m. The weekend continues with a practitioners’ summit from 2 to 4 p.m., October 18 (included in the GALA ticket).

Alexander and Karen Newell will conduct a related daylong Zoom Eben Alexander workshop, Embodying Sacred Connections ($100), from 9a.m. to 4 p.m., October 17. They will help participants cultivate an expansive state of awareness to transcend Earthly distractions and from this state, embrace a new perspective to rise above the chaos and realign with higher soul consciousness.

CEUs are available for the workshop.

Participants receive a Zoom link for live viewing of events and a recording for later viewing. For more information or to register, visit their new website InfinityFoundation.org.

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The Adoption Process from A to Z: A Virtual Presentation with Sally Wildman

ttorney-at-Law Sally Wildman, a Chicago and Northbrook attorney with many years of experience in adoption law practice, will present the fundamentals and legal steps of this process with a focus on preparing to adopt from 3 to 4:30 p.m., October 20, via Zoom. Wildman represents adoptive families in all types of adoptions and presents workshops on adoption basics.

Presented through New Trier Extension Community Education, she will distinguish the several types of adoption available and will guide viewers through key steps of home study, foster parent licensing and immigration steps that are required.

The adoption process may include many expenses that vary by the broad range of options. Wildman will discuss methods to help finance the cost of this process, such as tax credits, organization grants and employer benefits.

Wildman shares resources for choosing adoption agencies, attorneys, adoption organizations and related professionals to identify the best options. The discussion will conclude by considering the common needs of adopted children and openness in today’s adoptions.

Cost: $18. Register by Oct. 18 for course #203-755 under “ONE OF A KIND” in the catalogue at bit.ly/3lhCGwv. For more information, call 847-446-6600 or visit SWildmanLaw.com.

Artists and Scientists Address Local Climate Change and Solutions

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he Glass Curtain Gallery at Columbia College Chicago is staging an exhibit, Third Coast Disrupted: Artists + Scientists on Climate, through October 30. It is the culmination of a yearlong conversation between artists and scientists centered on climate change impacts and solutions in the Chicago region. Seven artists have taken on the issues of warmer temperatures, heavier rainfall, worsening flooding and more, while looking at innovative solutions that are taking place locally.

Barbara Cooper draws attention with her sculptures to the fact that what we put into our water, earth and air never really disappears. N. Masani Landfair creates a personal account of the mental and physical health tolls of living in a home on Chicago’s South Side that’s been subjected to severe, chronic flooding. Meredith Leich presents a fanciful series of watercolor paintings imagining the Chicago landscape altered by heavier and more frequent rainstorms.

Andrew S. Yang visualizes 1 million air molecules, bringing to light the outsized role of a relatively small amount of carbon dioxide in radically transforming our climate through global warming.

Location: 1104 S. Wabash Ave., 1st Floor, Chicago. For more information, visit Colum.edu/thirdcoast and ThirdCoastDisrupted.org.

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Try a Healy Session from Flotstone

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he Flotstone Flotation Therapy Center, in Lake Bluff, is now offering a complimentary Healy Session (an energetic support analysis and relaxing rebalancing) for existing membership clients. New monthly memberships are available for $69. The first smartphone-controlled, wearable frequency device provides portable support to boost the immune system, relieve stress and anxiety and sharpen focus, naturally bringing mental clarity and easing pain.

Healy analyzes individual, unique frequency vibrations and lists the top five frequencies needed and applies them to one’s body, mind and spirit.

Flotstone offers 60- and 90-minute float sessions to accommodate clients’ schedules. Customers can purchase individual float sessions, multi-float packages, single sauna visits, or sauna and float combinations. “Floating has cumulative benefits, so the more you do it, the easier it gets for the body to respond, instead of react, to stimuli. Over time, people find they’re more intuitive, in a better vibrational sequence and more in tune with their heart consciousness,” says co-owner Patrick McMurray.

Although people use floating for a variety of reasons, one of the most immediate benefits is that flotation therapy allows the body to activate the parasympathetic nervous system.

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Online Fundraiser to Support Responsible Canine Rescue

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he Second City Canine Rescue's sixth annual Cocktails for Canines gala will take place online from 7 to 8:30 p.m., November 7. Their motto, “rescuing responsibly,” means holding the event virtually for the health and safety of all the wonderful supporters and volunteers.

The nonprofit relies on funds raised at Cocktails for Canines to operate its rescue and adoption center year-round, so cancelling altogether due to COVID-19 was not an option. There are some great entertainment and fundraising activities planned as they celebrate the official grand opening of a new adoption center with a virtual tour.

Register at Tinyurl.com/CocktailsForCanines.

For more information, visit SSCRescue.org.

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Maintaining Equilibrium with Christian Science Programs

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eeping a sense of calm and balance during the pandemic has been challenging for most of us.

Many people that study and practice Christian Science, from engaging in morning meditation and spiritual reflection to podcasts and weekly online gatherings, share resources to help maintain their poise.

At Christian Science in Metro Chicago, one core practice that develops a spiritually sustaining view of life is the weekly Christian Science Bible Lesson (Quarterly.ChristianScience.com). Read every day in total or in sections, it offers peace, inspiration and insight that can lead to personal and collective transformation.

Another helpful practice is the weekly podcast Sentinel Watch (CSMetroChicago.org/ sentinel-watch). Here, thought-provoking ideas relevant to daily life as well as inspiring prayers for the world are shared via an interview format.

Another way to get rebalanced and centered is by joining an online or in-person (as government guidelines permit) weekly, one-hour prayer group gathering (CSMetroChicago.org/worship). Through song, listening to readings and sharing healings and insights from the study of Christian Science, these meetings can be a valuable midweek recalibration of one’s equilibrium.

For more information, visit CSMetroChicago.org. See ad on page 17, in the Community Resource Guide and in the Business Directory at NAChicago.com.

Practice Workouts Online at Get Fit EGV

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etting back to normal may mean getting workouts online. Coach Rowena Dziubla at Get Fit EGV specializes in demonstrating the proper movements and provides suggestions in how to scale them to meet clients’ current fitness levels in a 30-minute circuit training workout.

Participants can expect to feel challenged, but not crushed. Get Fit EGV is a functional training facility offering weight training, HIIT and yoga workouts.

Use the coupon code TRYFREE at GetFitegv.com to download the workout and video for free. Location: 1100 Nerge Rd., Ste. 206, Elk Grove Village. To try an in-person group class or personal training session, text 773-849-4990 or email CoachRo@GetFitegv.com. For more information, call 773-819-7459 or visit GetFitegv.com. See ad in the Community Resource Guide and in the Business Directory at NAChicago.com.

Remote Wellness Services from Calandra Center for Health & Wellness

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alandra Center for Health & Wellness offers a wide range of services, now including remote healing services, that deliver the same caring, informative and supportive atmosphere for navigating current symptoms as in the office. For example, here’s how to obtain the benefits of acupuncture, herbal medicine or reiki at home:

LifeWave Phototherapy patches stimulate acupuncture points on the body using its own infrared light. Instruction and coaching on using the patches can be conducted via video-conferencing in a 20-30-minute session at home. Clients buy and apply their own patches.

Herbal medicine at home requires an initial consultation in the office for first time patients. Subsequent consultations are done via telemedicine, with home delivery of the recommended herbal remedies.

Distance reiki is a healing modality available without leaving home, and can be sampled at the free monthly Virtual Reiki Relaxation Hour on Zoom. Register at CalandraAcupuncture.com/classes-events/.

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health briefs

Improve Exercise and Recovery with Avocados and Beets

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Tasty and loaded with vitamins and minerals, avocados are a “healthy fat” that can speed recovery after exercise, reports a new Brazilian study. Researchers gave 12 women either 600 milliliters (mL) of avocado pulp or a placebo in capsules. After waiting an hour, the women ran on a treadmill for half an hour, then recovered for an hour. Metabolic tests of heart rate, heart rate variability and skin conductance indicated those taking the avocado pulp recovered faster than those given a placebo. In another new study, 12 Spanish men were able to do more back squats in weight-lift training an hour after drinking 12 mL of beet root juice compared with a placebo, suggesting the nitrate-rich drink improves muscular endurance.

The risk of diabetes can be slashed by loading a plate with fruit, veggies and whole grains, suggests two new studies in The British Medical Journal. European researchers measured fruit and vegetable consumption by testing the blood levels of vitamin C and carotenoids, the pigments found in colorful produce, in 9,754 people with Type 2 diabetes and 13,662 people free of the condition. They found that each average daily intake of 66 grams of fruit and vegetables (about onethird cup) reduced diabetes risk by 25 percent. The top fifth of fruit-andveggie eaters had half the risk of diabetes compared to those that rarely ate produce. In a second study, American researchers using population research with more than 200,000 participants found those that ate the most whole grains had a 29 percent lower rate of Type 2 diabetes compared to those that ate the least amount. Eating one or more servings per day of whole-grain, cold breakfast cereal lowered the risk by 19 percent; dark bread lowered it 21 percent. Eating two or more servings per week of oatmeal lowered risk 21 percent; bran, 15 percent; and brown rice and wheat germ, 12 percent.

National Chiropractic Health Month

The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) has designated October as National Chiropractic Health Month to raise public awareness of the importance of musculoskeletal health and the benefits of chiropractic care and its natural, whole-person, patient-centered and drug-free approach to health and wellness.

This year’s theme is Active and Adaptive, focusing on helping people adapt to the new normal of the COVID-19 pandemic. The ACA states, “Many people are moving less, and some are experiencing pain as a result.” This year’s focus encourages people to adjust to the challenges of staying fit and pain-free with a smaller lifestyle footprint by becoming more mindful of movement and posture, and by highlighting tips and strategies to help them adapt in healthy ways.

Find a searchable directory of chiropractors at HandsDownBetter.org/find-a-doctor.

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Eat Fruit, Veggies and Whole Grains to Lower Diabetes Risk

Manage Bowel Disease to Reduce Dementia Risk

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The 3 million Americans dealing with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease, may also suffer twice the risk of dementia, a new study in the journal Gut suggests.

Taiwanese researchers tracked 1,740 IBD patients for 16 years and compared their cognitive health to that of 17,420 other adults without IBD. They found that IBD patients had more than three times the rate of all types of dementia—5.5 percent versus 1.5 percent—compared to those without IBD; after removing other factors like age and underlying conditions, they concluded that IBD doubled dementia risk. Of all the dementia types, the risk for Alzheimer’s disease was greatest: those with IBD were six times as likely to develop it than were those without the disease. Also, people with IBD were diagnosed with dementia seven years earlier, at age 76 rather than 83. The study on the gut-brain axis aligns with others in indicating that chronic inflammation and imbalanced gut bacteria are potential contributors to cognitive decline. “The identification of increased dementia risk and earlier onset among patients with IBD suggest that [they] might benefit from education and increased clinical vigilance,” wrote the study’s authors.

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Stealth Mode

Blackest Fish in the Sea Aid Scientific Research

Scientists from Duke University and the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History have found that the skin of 16 species of deep-sea fish absorbs more than 99.95 percent of the light that hits them. As published in Current Biology, Dr. Karen Osborn co-led the research that discovered the extraordinary properties while attempting to photograph specimens.

Even using cutting-edge equipment, she could not see any detail. “It didn’t matter how you set up the camera or lighting; [the fish] just sucked up all the light,” she tells BBC Science Focus. The source of the ultra-black color is melanin and its distribution within melanosomes that are densely packed into cells on the fish skin. Because of the unique shape and arrangement of these melanosomes, incoming light is redirected toward another cell to absorb it.

In the deep-sea environment in which they live, even the smallest amount of reflected light can attract predators, so this form of camouflage improves their chances of survival. Some scientists believe it is possible to make similar ultra-black substances for sensitive optical equipment.

Short Circuit

Electronic Waste is Out of Control

A partnership formed in 2017 between the United Nations International Telecommunication Union, the International Solid Waste Association and other groups to track the accumulation of electronic debris has reported via the publication Global E-Waste Monitor 2020 that a record 53.6 million metric tons of electronics were discarded in 2019 and could likely increase to 74.7 million tons per year by 2030.

E-waste includes battery-powered and plug-in laptop computers, smartphones and televisions. Not only are people using more consumer electronics, they are not doing a good job of recycling them safely. The report found that of the e-waste generated in 2019, only 9.3 million tons, or 17.4 percent, were recycled.

Cadmium and mercury are conspicuous sources of pollution from these devices, as are refrigerant chemicals like chlorofluorocarbons and hydrochlorofluorocarbons that can leach into the environment. Plastic waste is another concern. The report states that e-waste contains so many valuable recoverable metals such as iron, copper and gold that it represents a prime opportunity to reclaim these raw materials instead of mining them anew.

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Apple, Inc., the maker of the iPhone, iPad and Mac computers, has committed to becoming 100 percent carbon neutral overall, from its supply chain to retail outlets, by 2030. The goal is to achieve a zero net climate impact. According to BBC Science Focus Magazine, CEO Tim Cook says, “Businesses have a profound opportunity to help build a more sustainable future, one born of our common concern for the planet we share. The innovations powering our environmental journey are not only good for the planet, they’ve helped us make our products more energy-efficient and bring new sources of clean energy online around the world. Climate action can be the foundation for a new era of innovative potential, job creation and durable economic growth. With our commitment to carbon neutrality, we hope to be a ripple in the pond that creates a much larger change.” If successful, the 10-year plan will reduce carbon emissions by 75 percent and develop solutions such as the use of low carbon and recycled materials to achieve the other 25 percent.

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Thermal Paper Linked to Higher BPA Levels

Despite health risks, BPA-laden thermal receipts continue to be used widely in the retail industry, exposing us to cumulative levels of the dangerous chemical. Studies have measured it in human blood, urine and breast milk.

Workers that handle hundreds of receipts every day have 30 percent more BPA in their bodies than the average U.S. adult, according to data collected by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Thermal paper contains a powdery layer of BPA and a special dye to create visible impressions when pressure and/or heat is applied. When thermal paper is scratched with a fingernail or coin, a dark line appears. To reduce exposure, follow these precautions: n Do not allow children to handle receipts.

Paperless Shopping

BPA Exposure from Store Receipts There’s an emerging trend in physical retail stores—the use of email or electronic receipts. One of the principal reasons for this change is that most credit card and U.S. store receipts use thermal paper, which contains bisphenol A (BPA) in a free, unpolymerized form that can be readily rubbed off and ingested orally or absorbed through the skin.

BPA Health Risks

According to the Environmental Working Group, more than 30 years of studies have linked BPA exposure to brain, behavioral, learning and memory impairment; cardiovascular abnormalities; diabetes; obesity; breast and prostate cancer; thyroid and sex hormone disruption; early puberty; changes to egg and sperm development and fertility; and genetic alterations that can be passed on to future generations. Of special concern are pregnant women and children, because BPA appears to disrupt hormone functions integral to growth and development.

n When the option is available, choose email or electronic receipts. n Keep saved receipts in an envelope or zipped plastic bag. n Wash hands after handling receipts, especially before preparing or eating food. n Do not recycle receipts or other thermal papers. Throw them in the trash, as they will contaminate recyclables. n Avoid using alcohol-based hand sanitizers before or after handling thermal receipts, because they increase absorption of BPA through the skin. n Cashiers and other workers that handle receipts all day are advised to wear gloves and wash hands thoroughly and frequently.

Beware of BPA Replacements

Responding to consumer complaints, some manufacturers have replaced BPA with bisphenol S (BPS), expecting it to be more resistant to leaching and therefore less likely to be absorbed by people. However, BPS is detectable in human urine and has similar health risks as BPA.

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he 27th annual Trinity Health Freedom Expo is set to reach the world this year as it presents a completely online event on October 24 and 25. Health specialists, natural products companies and attendees will gather for the first-ever virtual Health Freedom Expo. The interactive online platform allows for open discussion with the speakers, exhibitors and networking with other attendees. Attendees will be able to access the event materials for six months, have time to listen to 45 expert speakers and visit with the more than 50 exhibitors from the natural health marketplace.

Scheduled expert speakers include Dr. John Apsley, Ty and Charlene Bollinger, Erin Elizabeth, Jonathan Emord and Dr. Sherri Tenpenny, speaking on topics such as viral infection, law, vaccines, cancer and nutrition. Two panel discussions will be offered with specialists; one focusing on cancer and the other on health freedom, and attendees can submit questions for the panel to discuss.

After each speaker presentation, Q&A sessions will allow additional interaction. Virtual meeting rooms will also be available in the online platform to allow further discussion of topics with like-minded individuals. An exclusive symposium with George Noory, of Coast-to-Coast AM, is the highlight of Saturday evening. Registered participants can ask him questions and learn more about his experiences and knowledge.

A few of the 50-plus virtual exhibitors include New Capstone Inc, Amare Global, Global Healing, Young Living and Journey: One Bar at a Time. Products and services such as essential oils, supplements, handmade soaps and lotions, infrared saunas and supportive health services will be available for purchase, and attendees can interact with vendors in their virtual booths. Trinity School of Natural Health, which hosts the event, will also be exhibiting to teach attendees how to begin a holistic health career through online educational programs. The first 500 registered attendees will receive a free gift by mail containing samples of natural health products, information guides and coupons from natural health companies.

Dr. Wendell Whitman, the founder of Trinity School of Natural Health, began the Health Freedom Expo to educate the public about holistic health care and to empower them to protect their health freedom. Over the years, it has been hosted in cities such as Chicago, Long Beach and Austin.

Whitman’s daughter, Julie Whitman Kline, recalls some of her favorite speakers of the past, with Clinton Ray Miller, the “father of health freedom”, taking the spotlight. His dedication to the health freedom movement paved the way for this expo to become a platform for the exchange of life-changing information. “Defending your freedom to choose and the right to know,” is a quote passed down from her father.

Admission is $40. Attending the Noory symposium is $50 additional. Register online to be an attendee or to exhibit at TrinityHealthFreedomExpo.com. See ad on page 9.

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Illinois Farmers Receive Grants to Expand Local Food Capacity

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ight farms producing local food for the Chicagoland region are receiving grants to scale up their production to meet skyrocketing demand for local food spurred by the pandemic. Illinois Stewardship Alliance, a nonprofit statewide alliance of farmers and eaters, distributed the grants through their Resilience Fund (RF) (IlStewards.org/resilience-farmers).

Alliance Executive Director Liz Moran Stelk says, “When the stay-at-home order was issued, people were looking for safe, reliable sources of food they can trust. Farmers selling local food, especially those with a CSA subscription, online ordering and touchless pickup told us they could produce even more, but needed resources to scale up.” The RF is supporting farmers’ projects to build walk-in coolers and packing sheds, construct hoop houses, install irrigation and upgrade transportation.

Dan Lobbes, at Green Earth Harvest Farm (TheConservation Foundation.org/green-earth), in Naperville, will receive a $10,000 grant for a refrigeration unit. He says, “As we’ve had the third-warmest summer on record, every day brings a worry about the patched-together cooling system we have on the farm. We are grateful for this opportunity to upgrade to something more dependable.”

Jen and Jeff Miller, at Prairie Wind Family Farm (Prairie WindFamilyFarm.com), will install a walk-in freezer to diversify the offerings in their farm store in Grayslake.

Danielle Smits-Han and her brother David, at Smits Organics, in Darien, will install five used greenhouse structures they purchased from a former plant nursery to expand their organic production. Their goal is to produce a wide enough variety so that customers will not need to rely on the grocery store.

Other farms in the region receiving support include Broadview Farm and Gardens, in Marengo; Iyabo Farms, in Pembroke Township; Middleton Preserves, in Wadsworth, and Catatumbo Cooperative Farm, Closed Loop Farms and Star Farm, all in Chicago.

With support from the Chicago Region Food System Fund (ChicagoRegionFoodFund.org), the Alliance distributed $250,000 in grants to 27 farmers. “It’s clear there is need for small and diverse farms to access resources,” Stelk notes. “Investing in local food producers makes our communities more resilient and food secure in the face of future pandemics and climate crises.”

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Calm Down Taming the Flames of Stress-Related Illness

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e are beings of neurochemical and hormonal intricacy, and within this mixed bag of biology lies our magic. Our human experience is visceral; we cry from sadness and joy, flush from embarrassment, laugh with amusement and exhibit quirky mannerisms when we lie. Whether we see it as a blessing or a curse, we’re hardwired to embody the sacred fire of our emotions.

It also means that stress and our bodies are in perpetual partnership. “Systematically, the mind and body work together.

Grabbing your belly when you hear bad news and saying, ‘I feel sick,’ or having ‘butterflies in your stomach’ are a testament to how everyday stress affects us physically,” says Stephanie Mansour, Chicago fitness expert and host of the national PBS show Step It Up With Steph.

“Stress serves a useful purpose by increasing alertness—the sometimes lifesaving ‘fight-or-flight’ response—but chronic stress leads to elevated stress hormones like cortisol and catecholamines,” says emergency room physician Thomas Krisanda, at Northwest Hospital, in Randallstown, Maryland. “Cortisol can elevate blood glucose and suppress the immune system. Elevated catecholamines raise blood pressure and stress the heart. Over time, this can lead to hypertension, heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes or strokes.”

According to The American Institute of Stress, 77 percent of people experience the physical backlash of emotional stress in the form of headaches, chronic migraines, fatigue, digestive woes, muscle tension, dizziness and changes in libido. Research published this year in the Journal of the American Heart Association shows that children that experience severe adversity or live with alcoholics or drug addicts are at a 50 percent higher risk for developing cardiovascular disease later in life. Experts agree that this statistic goes beyond poor lifestyle choices, and might point to a biological inability to cope with everyday pressures.

Working with—rather than against—the body’s nervous system by employing lifestyle changes, releasing trauma and considering options like a nourishing diet, safe herbal options and gentle energy modalities can help to break a vicious cycle.

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Studies involving both mice and humans show that beneficial gut microorganisms are altered by emotional stress. The same bacteria responsible for bolstering the body’s fortress of immunity also generate neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine and nor-

epinephrine. These neurochemicals in the gut’s enteric nervous system control major biological functions that include heart rate, sleep cycles, muscle movement and mood.

While commonly prescribed antibiotics eradicate infectious invaders, they also kill off beneficial bacteria and neurotransmitters, opening the door to depressive disorders. Because approximately 95 percent of the body’s serotonin is produced in the gut, it’s not surprising that overuse of antibiotics has been associated with mental health conditions. British research published in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry in 2015 documents case-control studies over an 18-year period involving 202,974 patients with depression. The findings show a high risk for anxiety and depression following repeated antibiotic use.

Connecting the dots further, 2018 research published in the Journal of Neuroendocrinology correlates compromised intestinal permeability with a weakened blood-brain barrier and alcohol addiction.

Research published in 2014 in the journal PLOS One involving patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) reveals abnormalities in catecholamines, elevated plasma cortisol and hyperactivity of the amygdala—the part of the brain that can become stuck on overdrive from trauma and other life stresses.

In a nutshell, negative emotional states can suppress immunity and foster more frequent antibiotic prescriptions and in turn, promote neurological loops of chronic depression and anxiety, and even more compromised immune response.

Functional gastrointestinal disorders like IBS and inflammation-driven Crohn’s disease are often exacerbated by emotional upset and improved with stress management techniques like biofeedback, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoanalysis, hypnotherapy, meditation and breath work.

One Body, Many Selves

Resolving emotional trauma can offer unexpected hope for conditions that elude improvement or scientific understanding.

A deeper look into how unrecognized or unreleased emotional pain can contribute to disease might help to solve the riddle of digestive problems, eczema, inflammatory bowel conditions and pain syndromes,

including the multi-system agonies of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. It’s a widespread misunderstanding that psychosomatic (mind-body) health conditions are imaginary or the product of mental instability. In actuality, the term psychosomatic simply refers to physical diseases with no organic origin that are presumed to have unconscious emotional taproots.

“We are made up of different types of energy,” explains LaStacia Ross, a reiki master and sound healer at Eclectic Soul Studio, in Pittsburg, Kansas. “Physical or sensory energy is the energy of the physical body.

Our outer energy field is subtle energy which consists of layers and includes thoughts and emotions. I like to think of the subtle energy field as a library containing the records of everything we’ve ever experienced.”

Reiki, a form of non-touch therapy, is now deemed valuable by many respected hospitals, like the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, in Manhattan. Springboarding from the philosophy that we are trinities of body, mind and spirit, reiki and other forms of energy medicine aim to encourage the flow of vital life force. Ross, who also uses sound resonance via tuning

forks in her work, has witnessed significant improvement in her clients. “Energy work can help release stored energetic patterns of trauma and stress that no longer serve us,” she says. “Relaxation is an immediate benefit of energy work. People often feel a huge mental weight lifted and report pain relief, sometimes after just one session.”

Despite the many gains of energy work, Ross emphasizes individual timing. “On a subconscious level, pain or illness can serve us in some way without us realizing it. Sometimes we’re not ready to work through our issues or let them go, even if we think we are.”

Investing in Equilibrium

Stress-induced psychosomatic illness does not discriminate, and even affects members of the medical field. A 2009 study published in the Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine found that professional burnout in nurses can manifest as back and neck pain, acidity, anger and impaired memory.

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From Stephanie Mansour: n Deep breathing and rolling the shoulders forward and back a few times can relieve muscle tension. n Eating something crunchy like an apple or carrots can lessen feelings of stress. n Meditating for even one minute can help reduce excessive cortisol in the body. Doing small increments daily rather than over long intervals net better and bigger benefits. n If your mind is racing 24/7 and breathing techniques don’t work, change your environment. Get up and go to another room in the house. Go outside. If tight on space and can't go outside, turn your body to look in a different direction. Stay in the same spot on the couch and just look at something else. n Don’t put your body under more stress with demanding, cortisol-fuel-ing workouts; opt for yoga, meditation and Pilates. n When you get your heart rate up (in as quickly as five minutes of doing cardio), you feel happier. n Maintain a healthy sleep schedule and go to bed earlier.

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n Reconnect to the earth in whatever way you can; go for a walk, cook a meal, smell flowers or just sit outside.

From LaStacia Ross:

n As an energy exercise, try what I call The Fountain of Light: See and feel white light coming up from the earth and into your feet. Feel it move all the way up through your body, out of your head and back down to your feet to start again, like a fountain. Repeat this many times, feeling the vibrant, white light energy flowing through you.

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Plant Power for Combatting Stress Sarah Kate Benjamin’s Personal Favorites: Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) soothes restless minds from anxiety and insomnia, and eases menstrual cramps or muscle spasms.

Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) helps to strengthen the brain and revitalize the central nervous system, and helps to calm the mind and relieve nervous stress and headaches.

It is even more beneficial when combined with lavender or chamomile.

Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) helps to soothe emotional and muscle tension; relieve stress-related gut symptoms like gas, cramping, irritable bowel syndrome and ulcers; calm heat-related emotional and physical issues such as eczema, anger and frustration; and generally promote a sense of calm. Wonderful in baths, teas and as an herbal garnish.

In addition to Benjamin’s recommendations, other stress-fighting herbs to consider are Ginkgo, panax and Siberian ginseng, fo-ti, rhodiola, reishi mushroom, goji berries, licorice root, lavender, rose, lemon balm, tulsi (holy basil), ashwagandha and mimosa bark.

cise and make it a routine. We live in a very materialistic society, and I believe this also leads to stress, unhappiness and a sense of being entitled and never being satisfied.

Just let go.”

He also stresses the importance of support. “An emergency room is an incredibly hectic, frightening and sometimes violent place. I rely on my colleagues, and we support each other. For me, the most important thing is to realize that I’m not in it alone.” Krisanda also finds balance by taking a few minutes in a quiet place to collect his thoughts and enjoy a peaceful moment.

Basic, whole foods can help to maintain homeostasis. “Make sure that food is fueling you,” says Mansour. “Cooked vegetables and broths are very soothing.

Instead of a juice cleanse or an extreme diet, focus on nourishing, calming foods like soups, lean proteins to stabilize blood sugar levels and healthy fats to support brain function. Reducing alcohol can help improve liver function.”

Sarah Kate Benjamin, a holistic chef and herbalist in Sebastopol, California, finds her own healing rhythms by eating with the seasons and using medicinal plants in inspired, everyday dishes. Co-author of

The Kosmic Kitchen Cookbook: Everyday Herbalism and Recipes for Radical Wellness, she sees herbs as life-giving examples of resilience. “Herbs have been here long before us and have experienced their own form of stressors. Working with nervous system-supportive herbs in my food, beverages or even as tinctures really help me find balance when I’m overwhelmed.”

Some of her allies are oat tops, lemon balm, skullcap, chamomile and passionflower. For Benjamin, everyday choices play a huge role in healing. “Making small lifestyle shifts in your work or home life can really help you move into a more relaxed state. I like to think of it as a sort of mantra: ‘Help the herbs help you,’” she says. In a world that is fixated on external validation, little things matter. “If I give myself permission to do the things that really nourish me, I’ll be the best version of myself. Perhaps most importantly, I will like me, and that matters tremendously.”

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ver the years, research has shown that journal writing creates therapeutic benefits such as reducing stress. Just a few easy steps can enhance the stress-reducing benefit of journal writing:

Say what you really want to say. One of the unique powers of journal writing is to have the "entire floor" to say exactly what you want. Almost nowhere else do you have the chance to speak your mind, scratch out, shred or rewrite later. This isn’t the place to worry about grammar or what others might think. Give yourself permission for your journal to be your private place for saying, thinking and processing.

verbs and pronouns. For example, focus for a moment and envision yourself one year from today. Date the top of your page with the future date and describe whatever is stressing you out in the past tense.

Or write in the present, as if you are experiencing it in real time on that future date. You can get the same effect by changing pronouns. Write about yourself in a challenging situation from the perspective of someone else; a best friend, your beloved grandfather, even your cat or the sturdy oak tree in front of your house. Sit for a moment to be present with the “author” you’ll be writing as. When you are ready, instead of using “I”, write in the third person using your name and preferred pronoun (he/she/they).

Regular journal writing is a self-care practice that encourages stress reduction. Very simple steps can empower you to release stress in even more impactful ways. Try them out to increase your ability to solve problems, create opportunities and guide yourself in new ways.

Change your perspective. Often, we call situations stressful because we feel stuck or out of options. Your journal is a unique place to experiment with possibilities and points of view. The most basic way is so simple—just look at your

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Protect Your Space. Journal writing for stress reduction is as much about finding a great pen, a tasty cup of tea and a cozy writing nook as it is feeling safe to write what you really want to say. Privacy set ups range from a stop sign doodle, a note requesting others to not read your private thoughts-in-process, passwords on digital entries or a locked book in a locked case in a locked car trunk.

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ith more helps people overthan 25 come and be more years of resilient to depression experience in clinical and anxiety. What’s settings, Craig Mead, most important now LCSW, LCPC, has is for people to be able helped many people to get back to normal overcome a wide and regain a sense range of psychologiof control over their cal issues and personlives, instead of focusal barriers through ing on uncontrollable counseling, psychoevents. Excessive therapy and crisis sermedia consumption vices. Mead opened or ruminating about his private practice, COVID-19, the panUpside Counseling, demic, civic unrest PC, in 2020 and has and all the aftermath Craig Mead, LCSW, LCPC been offering Teleis unlikely to make Mental Health counseling services to his anyone feel better immediately or improve clients during the COVID-19 pandemic. As how they’re feeling in general. a depression and anxiety specialist, Mead

This simply re-highlights the stress integrates traditional therapy with holistic and brings it back into our focus, attention wellness practices that honor the important and awareness, which tends to increase interconnection between mental, physical anxious, hopeless and helpless feelings. and spiritual health.

It’s also important to evaluate and perhaps limit specific media consumption and be more aware of the energy of it. We tend What effect has COVID-19 to absorb the energy that we surround had on mental health? ourselves with, so it’s important to make It’s important to remember that we are still a conscious choice to engage with people in the middle of a pandemic disaster, so it’s difficult to see the full picture yet. Everyone and activities that are positive, build you has been impacted differently, but for many up and bring joy. who have a history of depression or anxiety, the ongoing prolonged stress has triggered a flare-up or relapse. This is especially true if their usual coping mechanisms and supports like family gatherings, churches, sports/gyms, hobbies or other social outlets have been unavailable.

During a time of prolonged uncertainty and stress, prioritizing overall well-being

How can holistic approaches complement traditional therapy?

Depression and anxiety can affect every aspect of a person’s life. Counseling and medication are two very effective interventions, but for many, therapy combined with a holistic healthy lifestyle approach is the

fastest way to achieve a full return to their true, authentic, happy selves. My therapeutic approach integrates traditional therapy with various holistic wellness mind-body-spirit practices as an adjunctive, but equally powerful treatment approach that helps people re-establish needed balance and grounding.

Widening our focus to include improving physical and spiritual health gives us added tools to improve mental well-being from alternate angles. Improving nutrition, exercise, sleep and encouraging other physical activities like yoga, stretching or massage are important tools to achieve physical health that also significantly improve how people generally feel in a multitude of ways. We can strengthen and recharge our spirit by practicing things like meditation, mindfulness, prayer, connecting to our sense of purpose through meaningful social contributions, focusing on gratitude, building healthy relationships and intimacy, or pursuing hobbies that bring joy and states of flow.

Depression and anxiety tend to keep people lost in their thoughts and feelings, and traditional counseling helps sort that out but, holistic wellness practices are a great complement because it helps bring people’s awareness back into their physical bodies and reconnects them with their spirit in ways that improve overall health and wellness.

What role does mindfulness play in overall wellness?

Mindfulness helps relieve mental distress and anxiety in a very important way by always bringing our attention back to being fully present in the now and focused on what we are doing, thinking and what’s happening in the current moment. Mindfulness encourages us to take a more "helicopter observer" view of ourselves above our mind and thought stream and break free of incessant, unhelpful and unhealthy thought patterns.

Much of the distress we often feel is not actually happening in the present moment. By always bringing ourselves back to the now, we’re refocused away from thinking about the past, which can increase depression, or worrying about the future, which can generate anxiety. Mindfulness offers a reorientation to a more natural, peaceful state of being and can be incorporated into anything you’re doing. Sometimes minimizing thinking—even simply being immersed in a joyful activity, movie or music for periods—is enormously helpful to take us out of our thought stream and worries. When we are in the present moment and being our genuine authentic selves, we are closest to our true spiritual selves, which is enormously recharging and greatly improves overall well-being.

For more information, call 312-918-2885, email CMead@UpsideCounseling.com or visit UpsideCounselingPC.com. See ad on this page, in the Community Resource Guide and in the Business Directory at NAChicago.com.

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The best way to communicate with a stressed teen, say many child psychologists, is to listen deeply while letting them do most of the talking, and offering sympathetic support while withholding judgment. Instead of giving advice, “Validate your teen’s experience and attempt to step into their shoes. Let your teen know that you hear them, that you support them in their decisions and ask your teen what you can do to help them,” advises clinical psychologist Alyssa Austern, Psy.D., of Chatham, New Jersey. Other steps can help a teen weather this time of high stress:

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Back up the basics. Make sure there’s healthy food and snacks in the fridge.

Encourage teens to exercise daily, especially outdoors, and support them in getting eight to 10 hours of sleep.

Stressed-Out Teens Ways to Help Them Chill

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eing a teenager is never easy, but it’s even harder these days, with the upheaval of the pandemic intensifying the normal academic, social and hormonal turmoil of these pivotal years. It’s no wonder teens are reporting record levels of stress, anxiety and depression: In a Pew Research survey, 70 percent of teens said mental health was a major problem among their peers—and that was in February, before the pandemic hit. A recent online poll found that most teens are worried that the pandemic will affect their family’s physical or financial health and that many feel lonelier than usual and worry about losing ground in academics and activities.

Extending a helping hand to teens is not always well received. They can be notoriously resistant to advice, even when they’re stressed, partly because of their brain chemistry, explains Gail Saltz, M.D., clinical associate professor of psychiatry at the New York Presbyterian/Weill Cornell School of Medicine and host of the Personology podcast.

A teen’s highly active amygdala makes risk-taking a thrill even as the frontal lobe that weighs consequences is not fully developed, while at the same time, a teen seeks independence—an identity and freedom to be more like an adult. “This combination means their capacity and interest in taking parental direction is not there,” she says. “As a result, parents in reaction often get louder and more insistent in telling them what to do, which fails and drives them further away.”

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Make self-compassion a family habit. The self-compassion approach to self-care, which is rapidly gaining ground among psychologists, has three elements: treating ourselves as kindly as we would a dear friend, realizing that many other people have the same problems so we’re not alone, and mindfully and nonjudgmentally observing our emotional state.

This method has proven to be helpful not just for adults, but for teens, as well.

A University of Edinburgh meta-analysis that synthesized 17 studies of more than 7,000 teens in six countries concluded that those with high levels of self-compassion had lower levels of stress caused by anxiety and depression. University of North Carolina researchers found that teens exhibited lower stress, anxiety and depression, as well as more resilience and gratitude, after six self-compassion sessions.

A good place for parents to start is with themselves: If they are anxious, overprotective or fearful, a teen is likely to follow suit, reports a study in the Journal of Abnormal Child Psychology. Helpful books, websites and programs for both teens and adults can be found at SelfCompassion.org, operated by Dr. Kristin Neff, an associate professor of educational psychology at the University of Texas at Austin who was a pioneer in the concept.

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Engage them with creative activities.

As teens can seek independence, making sure they spend quality time with the family is also important for their well-being, research shows. “Find ways to connect, converse and unwind together as a family,” advises Crissy Fishbane, of Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina, co-founder of HER Health Collective, an online community for mothers. “Teens need to see their parents engaging in self-care behaviors themselves, and it’s even better if you can engage in self-care as a family.”

She suggests taking a virtual or outdoor yoga class together, playing a board game, having sudoku competitions, learning deep-breathing techniques or starting a family book club.

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Encourage reaching out to help others. A study in the Journal of Adolescence suggests that altruistic behaviors, including large and small acts of kindness, may increase teens’ feelings of self-worth, especially if it involves helping strangers. In Poland, the more teens helped out others in a flood, the more supportive and proactive they became, another study found. Depending on their interests, teens may be drawn to local environmental, social justice, religious or political activities.

DoSomething.org offers useful ideas and links, and environmental projects for teens can be found at EarthForce.com, SierraClub. com and GlobalClimateStrike.com.

Ronica O’Hara is a Denver-based health writer. Connect at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

Other Helpful Resources Making Friends with Yourself: A Mindful Self-Compassion Program for Teens and Young Adults: centerformsc.org/ msc-teens-adults Seven Expert Tips for Talking with Teens: ParentAndTeen.com/keep-teenstalking-learn-to-listen/tal How to Communicate with Your Teen Through Active Listening: Psy-Ed.com/ wpblog/communicate-with-teen The Kid’s Guide to Service Projects: Over 500 Service Ideas for Young People Who Want to Make a Difference

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Strong and Supple Joints How to Keep Hips and Knees Happy

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ccasional knee or hip pain affects almost everyone, keeping us from daily tasks, making sitting painful and walking difficult. Causes can range from over-exercise to injuries, obesity and arthritis as we age. By the time we reach 65 years or older, 69 percent of women and 56 percent of men have arthritic symptoms, according to Boston University researchers. Costly joint replacement surgery which carries a high risk of adverse effects is often recommended for advanced cases, but by taking simple, natural preventive and remedial measures proactively, we can strengthen our knee and hip joints, handle related problems if they arise and remain physically strong and active.

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Consume foods that nourish bones and connective tissues. For strong bones, eat foods rich in calcium, magnesium and potassium, such as dark leafy greens (bok choy, Chinese cabbage, kale and collard greens), figs, nuts, tofu, avocados and bone broth. Six prunes a day boosted bone density in women over 70 with osteoporosis, research shows. Foods that support flexible

tendons and ligaments include fatty fish, lentils, nuts, vegetables like spinach and broccoli, and colorful fruit like strawberries and oranges.

Practice tai chi, qigong or hatha yoga.

The gentle, low-impact movements and stretches associated with these approaches get synovial fluid flowing in the larger joints, effecting smoother mobility and increased flexibility; numerous studies document that they reduce joint pain and stiffness. “The key is not just to stretch, but to balance strength and stretching in a safe, mindful way,” says Andrea Trank, a health coach and yoga teacher in Fort Myers, Florida. Although personal or class instruction is best, how-to videos can be found on YouTube.

Walk every day. In a four-year Northwestern University study, people at risk of knee osteoarthritis that walked at a moderate or brisk pace for at least 10 minutes a day, one hour a week, had one-eighth the disabled mobility of those that walked less. Posture helps: Walking straight and tall while extending each leg back as far as it’ll go will “really let your glute muscles work,” advises

chiropractor Aaron Rossi, of Marietta, Georgia—an important compensation for the time we sit with knees and hips flexed.

Ways to Lower Pain Levels

Consider the right supplements. Obtaining 1,000 milligrams daily of calcium and 600 international units of vitamin D is essential for bone health, according to the National Institutes of Health; consider taking a supplement if the diet is not adequate. In addition, study-proven options that reduce joint pain in the knees and hips include glucosamine and chondroitin, S-adenosyl-L-methionine (SAMe) and avocado soybean unsaponifiable.

Supplements for Suppleness Glucosamine and chondroitin. Research suggests this combo relieves pain, improves joint mobility and slows arthritic damage to the joints. One study found it benefits up to 70 percent of people with knee arthritis, and a large multinational trial found the mixture to be as effective at reducing pain, stiffness and swelling in knee osteoarthritis as the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) celecoxib. It appears most suited for treating moderate to severe pain and takes two months to take effect.

Try acupuncture. A new meta-study of 39 studies with 20,827 patients concluded that acupuncture effectively reduces pain for as long as 12 months, and the National Institutes of Health endorses it for knee pain. “It is believed to stimulate the nervous system and in turn, the way the brain registers pain signals,” says acupuncturist Daryl Thuroff, at the Yinova Center, in New York City. Find an acupuncturist at nccaom.org/find-a-practitioner-directory.

SAMe. This naturally occurring S-adenosyl-L-methionine molecule builds strong joints by delivering sulfur to cartilage, and research shows it may be as effective as aspirin and ibuprofen at improving joint function. It takes a month to take effect, but doesn’t have the side effects of NSAIDs. It’s also been shown to lower depression. lblinova/AdobeStock.com

The benefits of bodywork. A massage can loosen up tight muscles and realign structural issues in the knees and hips while also lowering stress-producing cortisol and raising levels of pain-reducing serotonin. A study at Canada’s McMaster University found that massage works on the cellular level to reduce inflammation and promote the growth of new mitochondria in muscles. Useful styles are Swedish, deep tissue, myofascial release and shiatsu. Ask for references from friends, medical practitioners, fitness centers and natural health stores or find online a certified practitioner with at least 500 hours of training.

Avocado soybean unsaponifiable (ASU). Routinely used to treat osteoarthritis in Europe, ASU improves symptoms of hip and knee osteoarthritis (OA) and reduces or eliminates the use of NSAIDs, a meta-analylsis concluded; it also appears to reduce OA’s progression.

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Consult a chiropractor. People with osteoarthritic knees that underwent two weeks of chiropractic knee adjustments had substantially less pain, better mobility and fewer grinding and clicking sensations in the knees, reported a study in The Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association. In a small study in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics, four out of five patients with hip arthritis noticed improved symptoms after nine or fewer chiropractic treatments. Many chiropractors offer not only spinal adjustments, but also a range of treatments from exercises to prolotherapy.

Explore injection therapies. Known as regenerative medicine, these therapies use injections in the knee or hip to naturally stimulate the body to produce collagen and rejuvenate tissue. In a British Medical Bulletin meta-study, 82 percent of patients with mild to moderate osteoarthritis of the knee were satisfied with prolotherapy, which uses dextrose injections. Platelet-rich plasma injections use centrifuged platelets from the patient’s body, and have been used by athletes like Tiger Woods and Rafael Nadal to treat sports injuries.

Ronica O’Hara is a Denver-based health writer. Connect at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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prove easily without treatment. Struggling parents typically require multiple treatment modalities addressing both the physical and mental symptoms, in order to see improvement. This provides a problem for many health-conscious parents that wish to avoid pharmaceutical medications due to breastfeeding or personal health concerns. However, contrary to popular belief, there are many highly effective natural remedies for those experiencing postpartum depression.

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Hormone Balancing Diet:

Natural Approaches to

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by Anna Marie Imbordino

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he birth of a child is a momentous occasion for many families.

Parents wait in excitement for the birth of their baby, ready to experience the happiness and contentment of snuggles with their new bundle of joy. But for some parents, that new adventure takes a negative turn as upon that birth, they soon realize the physical, emotional and financial burden of caring for a newborn.

Referred to as the “baby blues�, this period of expectation readjustment is very normal and only often lasts a handful of weeks after birth. But for some, these symptoms can become debilitating, continuing for months or years past the birth, making it hard for those parents to take care of themselves and their children.

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ture, age, income level and ethnicity. It may occur any time after childbirth, but often shows symptoms within one to three weeks of the birth. For most parents suffering from postpartum depression, symptoms include severe mood swings, sadness, anxiety, withdrawal from social situations and difficulty bonding with their baby. In its most severe forms, postpartum depression can cause psychosis, compulsive behaviors and even thoughts of harming themselves or their baby.

The medical community is not exactly sure what causes postpartum depression, but recent studies published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition and Journal of Affective Disorders indicate a connection of hormone imbalance, vitamin or nutritional deficiency and preexisting mental health conditions with higher instances of postpartum depression in parents.

Postpartum depression does not im-

Proper nutrition has been shown to dramatically improve postpartum depression symptoms. Those experiencing symptoms can improve hormone regulation by eating consistently protein-rich meals, cutting down on refined and high-glycemic index carbohydrates, eating more healthy fats, increasing fluid intake and monitoring intake of phytoestrogens like soy.

Herbal Therapy: There are many herbal therapies that mimic the effects of commonly used pharmaceuticals for postpartum depression. Common anxiety and mood relieving herbs such as St. John’s wort, chamomile, ginseng and cannabidiol (CBD) can help decrease symptoms. Herbal sleep aids like valerian and melatonin can also be helpful in maintaining a sleep schedule through the ups and downs of night feedings. It is important for breastfeeding mothers to seek medical advice before starting an herbal therapy.

Supplementation: For mothers especially, pregnancy can deplete the body of important nutrients, contributing to hormone and mood disorders. Omega-3 fatty acids have been getting attention among researchers as an effective treatment for postpartum depression, as well as vitamin D and light therapy. These lipid-soluble compounds have both hormone-balancing and serotonin-enhancing effects. Mothers are encouraged to take a reputable postnatal multivitamin for at least six months after the birth of their baby.

Vitamin deficiencies, including riboflavin B2 and iron deficiency, have been linked to increased symptoms of postpartum depression.

For more information: n Postpartum.net n Academic.oup.com/ajcn/ article/90/1/149/4596838 n ScienceDirect.com/journal/ journal-of-affective-disorders n who.int/mental_health/ world-mental-health-day/en n MarchOfDimes.org/pregnancy/ postpartum-depression.aspx n BalanceWomensHealth.com/ wp-content/uploads/2020/03/ Hormone_Balance_Diet.pdf

Low-Intensity Group Exercise: Regular, low-intensity exercise has been shown to improve symptoms of postpartum depression while also helping balance hormone levels in the body. Activities like yoga or Pilates classes, walking with friends, swimming and ballroom dancing allow parents to stay physically active while also enjoying the benefits of social time with adults.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: Cognitive behavioral therapy is another way to improve symptoms of postpartum depression. Through talking about their symptoms and experiences with parenthood with a trained professional, parents can discover more positive ways to respond to daily situations and triggers. They can also work with their therapist to set goals and stay accountable to other lifestyle and nutritional changes that may be needed.

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reakfast sets the stage for the day ahead, and it can either drain or energize us, depending on the what, when and how much aspects of the meal. While health experts agree that many traditional breakfast foods can do more harm than good, delicious, healthy alternatives are within easy reach of the breakfast table.

Morning favorites like pastries, sugary cereals and pancakes, high in refined sugars and carbs, cause insulin production to spike and blood sugar levels to crash, according to David Perlmutter, an acclaimed neurologist based in Naples, Florida, and author of Grain Brain: The Surprising Truth about Wheat, Carbs, and Sugar - Your Brain’s Silent Killers.

“People need to train their bodies to tap into the energy reserves within, harvesting fat for energy rather than being reliant on the next meal. A breakfast high in protein and fat will do that,” he says.

While often waiting until noon for his first meal of the day, Perlmutter frequently opts for eggs and salad drenched in an extra-virgin olive oil dressing to break the fast.

Perlmutter suggests waiting 12 hours or longer between dinner and the next day’s breakfast. “Time-restricted eating”, or intermittent fasting, can have surprising health benefits, helping crank up production of the brain-derived neurotrophic factor, a powerful initiator for growth of new brain cells, and kick-start autophagy, the body’s method of cleaning out damaged cells, according to the neurologist.

A plant-based chef based in Bruges, Belgium, Julie Van den Kerchove switched from a raw, vegan diet to a mainly keto diet, low in carbohydrates, to regain energy after “hitting a wall, experiencing hormonal imbalances and nutritional deficiencies. Before, I would have green smoothies with lots of fruit and leafy greens, but would be ‘hangry’ a few hours later. Now my breakfast consists more of healthy fats and proteins, which helps me stay satisfied and energized until lunchtime. I experience more mental clarity and calmness because my blood sugar is not going up and down,” says Van den Kerchove, a blogger and author of vegan, raw-food and keto cookbooks.

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A typical breakfast for her now is a chia seed pudding with a nut or coconut milk, berries, nuts and seeds with a protein powder and stevia, which is easy to prepare in advance, or a warm porridge with hemp seeds, nut butter, chia seeds and almond, hemp or coconut milk, which is high in fiber and healthy fats. “If I feel like [having] something savory, I’ll have seed crackers topped with avocado and eggs or a Mediterranean omelet,” she adds.

Teresa Fung, a professor of nutrition at Simmons University and adjunct professor at Harvard University, both in Boston, cautions about completely cutting carbs from breakfast, however. “Fruits and vegetables are important healthy sources of carbs, essential to get enough fiber to maintain healthy gut microbiome and feed the good bacteria in your GI tract,” says Fung, who is an associate editor for The Journal of Nutrition. “Optimal morning fuel will include a good dose of protein, vitamins and minerals, fiber, antioxidants and some heart-healthy fats. It will also include a healthy source of carbs that your body can use as energy, leaving proteins to be used for protein synthesis,” says Fung, suggesting a simple, but hearty breakfast of high-fiber oatmeal or yogurt with nuts and fruit.

Like Perlmutter, Fung stresses the importance of eating during daylight hours when certain enzymes are activated. “Our bodies react to daylight even when our eyes are still closed. Eating should match up with our biological clocks, as we are daytime animals, using most of our energy in the day,” she says.

Fung notes Americans that tend to make breakfast the smallest meal of the day and dinner the largest need to better balance meal sizes rather than load up on calories late in the day.

These experts agree on the need to tune into the body’s signals for hunger and satiety, not just eating breakfast on an autopilot schedule. “If I’ve eaten a huge holiday dinner the night before, I may skip my morning meal. I’m a huge proponent in being flexible and listening to your body,” says Van den Kerchove.

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

Healthy First Meals Caramel Apple Cinnamon Crisp Overnight Oats These oats are a great dessert/breakfast mix that’s delicious, but good for you, too. It’s made clean by cooking the apples using coconut sugar instead of refined white sugar and adding cinnamon and nutmeg for spice. Prep the oats by mixing all the ingredients, then make a date caramel sauce that’s healthier than any caramel sauce you can purchase from the grocery store and so luscious that you’ll fall in love with it.

For the Cinnamon Apples: 2 large Honeycrisp or Pink Lady apples, cored, peeled and diced 2 Tbsp coconut sugar ⅛ tsp cinnamon ⅛ tsp nutmeg For the Oats: 1½ cups rolled oats 1½ cups unsweetened almond milk 2 Tbsp chia seeds 1 tsp vanilla extract ¼ tsp ground cinnamon

For the Date Caramel Sauce: 10–12 pitted dried dates ⅛ tsp sea salt ½ cup hot water, divided To make the cinnamon apples, combine the apples, coconut sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg in a saucepan, and cook over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes until the apples are softened, but not mushy.

For the oats, combine the oats, milk, chia seeds, vanilla and cinnamon in a mixing bowl.

To make the date caramel sauce, process the dates and sea salt in a food processor until they are finely chopped. Add the water, 1 tablespoon at a time, to the dates until the mixture becomes smooth and resembles caramel. You may need to scrape down the sides of the food processor.

Spoon half of the oat mixture into the bottom of an 8-ounce jar with a lid or a sealable container, then top with the date sauce and apples. Repeat in a second jar with the remaining ingredients.

Refrigerate the oats overnight or for at least 4 hours. The oats can be enjoyed cold straight from the refrigerator or heated in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes.

Reprinted from Clean-Eating Breakfasts and Lunches Made Simple, by Lacey Baier.

Salmon Cakes with Fennel & Parsnips For the vegetables: ½ cup fennel, shaved thin (use a mandolin slicer for thinnest slices) ¼ cup parsnips, shaved ½ Tbsp coconut oil For the salmon cakes: 6 oz can boneless, skinless, wild-caught salmon, drained 1 egg 1 Tbsp quinoa flakes 1 Tbsp fresh chives, chopped 1 tsp capers 1 tsp lemon juice ½ Tbsp coconut oil, for frying 4 radishes with greens Heat oil in a skillet and sauté fennel and parsnips until tender, about 7 minutes.

Remove to serving plate.

In a mixing bowl, combine salmon, egg, quinoa flakes, chives, capers and lemon juice. Stir to mix until most of the large chunks of salmon are broken down.

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat,

form salmon mixture into 2 patties and cook 4 minutes per side.

Place salmon cakes over fennel and parsnips and garnish with radishes. Serve warm.

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Smoked paprika and turmeric (optional) 2 large handfuls spinach or kale (optional) 1 to 2 Tbsp MCT oil (optional)

Sweet Potato Toast with Avocado

If using organic sweet potatoes, you don’t need to peel them because the skin contains lots of minerals and flavor. Just rinse and dry.

Cut the sweet potato in thin slices of 0.2 to 0.4 of an inch. Put them in your toaster on its highest setting. Repeat three to four times until the sweet potato is completely cooked.

You could also use your oven to make the sweet potato toast. Preheat at 350° F and roast for 5 to 10 minutes. Rub the sweet potato slices with some extra virgin coconut oil or olive oil and sea salt.

1 large sweet potato 1 ripe avocado, sliced 1 package of tempeh (or 2 eggs) Extra-virgin coconut or olive oil Black pepper and sea salt

In the meantime, heat a spoonful of extra

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Fortunately, there are ways to make hash browns clean, because they’re amazing and need to be in the food rotation. First, use a little bit of olive oil instead of deep-frying, and opt for a healthier, low-carb alternative for potatoes, like cauliflower. Then, turn everything into muffins. Because it’s easier to prepare, they are great for a make-ahead breakfast and the flavors will be better.

Cauliflower Hash Egg Muffins This is a healthier, low-calorie alternative to the classic breakfast of hash browns and eggs, and more nutritious, too, because cauliflower is packed with fiber, minerals and vitamins. Plus, eating muffins for breakfast is always a good idea, especially when the muffins are good for you.

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½ Tbsp olive oil, plus more for greasing the pan ½ cup finely diced yellow onion 3 cups riced cauliflower 2 egg whites ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese ½ tsp sea salt ¼ tsp ground black pepper ¼ tsp garlic powder 12 eggs 2 green onions, sliced, for garnish Preheat the oven to 425° F and grease a 12cup muffin pan with olive oil.

Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Add the onion, and cook until tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Add the cauliflower and cook until it becomes slightly tender, 3 to 4 minutes.

virgin coconut oil in a frying pan. Cut the tempeh in smaller pieces and bake until golden. Flavor with black pepper and sea salt. I also love adding smoked paprika and turmeric. If you wish, you can add two large handfuls of spinach too.

Serve the sweet potato toast with sliced avocado, tempeh scramble and, if you wish, a spoonful of MCT oil to feel satisfied even longer. If you’re not a fan of avocado, you can replace it with nut cheese, pesto, nut butter or another topping that’s high in healthy fats and low in carbohydrates.

For a vegetarian version: replace the fried tempeh with one to two softly boiled or poached eggs.

Provided by Julie Van Den Kerchove, JuliesLifestyle.com.

Transfer the cauliflower mixture to a large bowl, then add the egg whites, Parmesan, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Mix well.

Scoop a little less than ¼ cup of the cauliflower mixture into each muffin cup. Using your fingers or a spoon, press the cauliflower mixture down and around the sides of the muffin cups to create nests. Bake the nests for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the top edges become golden and crispy.

Reduce the heat to 375° F and remove the muffin pan from the oven.

Crack 1 egg into each cup, taking care not to overflow the nest. Return the pan to the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the egg whites are no longer transparent, but still a little loose. For fully cooked-through eggs, bake for 2 to 5 minutes longer.

To serve, garnish the muffins with the green onions. The muffins can be refrigerated, in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat them in the microwave for 1½ minutes.

Reprinted from Clean-Eating Breakfasts and Lunches Made Simple, by Lacey Baier.

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he cooler weather is slowly creeping its way in as autumn is in full swing.

This fall, we are going back to the basics with five recipes made from ingredients you can find in your pantry, along with a few affordable seasonal items easily found from your local farmer or backyard garden.

Food shortages may or may not arrive as unemployment surges into the double-digits and many workers are furloughed without pay, which could cause disruption to our agricultural production, as well as supply routes. Food insecurity had already affected 37 million U.S. households even before the start of the COVID-19 outbreak.

This is continuing to increase as the economy continues to decline.

The exciting news is that many of our traditional pantry staples are also gluten-free and can be purchased in bulk.

Stocking up on canned beans, canned tomatoes and rice, along with saving kitchen produce scraps and bones from chicken or beef, can be used to create a healthy meal to provide energy to the body.

Vegetable tops and bottoms, along with carrot peels, can be combined with chicken or beef bones to make bone broth.

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Baked Stuffed Sweet Potato

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4 Bean Chili

Yields: 2 servings

(with or without meat)

2 small sweet potatoes, pierced with a fork several times 1½ cups shredded chicken or tofu ½ cup black beans 2 tsp olive oil ½ tsp ground cumin ½ tsp ground coriander ¼ tsp Himalayan salt 2 Tbsp cilantro, chopped

1 lb ground beef or turkey (or use a meat substitute) 1 medium onion, chopped 1 green pepper, chopped 1¾ cups water 6 large tomatoes, chopped, or 2 cans of tomatoes 1 can kidney beans 1 can great northern beans 1 can garbanzo beans 1 can black beans 1 Tbsp cacao powder 2 tsp Louisiana hot sauce ½ tsp black pepper ½ tsp chili powder 2 clove garlic, minced ⅛ tsp Cayenne pepper In a Dutch oven or large pot cook meat, onion and green pepper until meat is brown and drain.

Stir in all remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for at least 30 minutes.

Note: You can mix all ingredients into a crock pot and cook for 8 hours on low.

Chili on a Roasted Sweet Potato Yields: 1 serving 1 cup leftover chili 1 sweet potato Fresh cilantro, chopped Avocado, chopped Heat oven to 400° F. Roast the sweet potato in the oven for 45 minutes. Remove from oven, split open lengthwise and top with chili. Place back in oven 15-20 minutes to reheat chili. Remove and top with cilantro and avocado.

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Yields: 6 servings

Veggie Curry Over Sweet Potato Yields: 6 servings 2 medium red onions, sliced long 3 cloves garlic, shelled 1 inch ginger, chopped 4 large tomatoes, chopped or 1 can tomatoes 1 can chickpeas, drained 2 Tbsp coconut oil 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp red chili powder ½ tsp Himalayan salt 2 tsp chole masala ½ cup coconut milk 6 large sweet potatoes or serve with rice

Preheat oven to 400° F. Bake sweet potatoes for 40 minutes or until tender. When done, cut sweet potatoes almost in half lengthwise.

While sweet potatoes are baking, combine chicken/tofu, beans, oil, cumin, coriander and salt in a small pan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly for 5 minutes.

Top sweet potatoes evenly with chicken/ tofu mixture. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Ham and Bean Soup Yields: 6 servings

Heat oven to 400° F and bake sweet potato until soft (approximately 35 minutes). Once sweet potato is in the oven begin to prep curry. Puree in food processor or blender red onion, garlic and ginger until it forms a thick paste.

2 Tbsp olive oil 1 small onion, chopped fine 2 garlic cloves, chopped fine 1½ cups leftover ham or pork butt, diced 1 tsp thyme 2 (15-oz) cans white beans, drained and rinsed 3 cups chicken broth 1 bay leaf 2 cups fresh spinach, cut into thin ribbons ½ tsp sea salt ¼ tsp ground pepper 8 shakes hot sauce (optional)

Heat coconut oil in a large skillet. Once melted, add onion paste. Fry onion mixture until it starts to brown. Add tomatoes and cook till they begin to soften, about 5 minutes, stirring often.

In a heavy bottomed soup pot over medium heat, cook onion, garlic, ham and thyme in oil, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened.

Add turmeric, red chili powder and salt.

Mix well. Cook for 3 minutes. Add chole masala and mix together. Then add chickpeas and stir. Slowly stir in coconut milk and return to simmer.

Add beans, broth, bay leaf, spinach, salt and pepper (to taste) and simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, 60 minutes, so the flavors can develop. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Stir occasionally and continue to simmer until the sweet potato is done, approximately 40 minutes.

Recipes courtesy of Tiffany Hinton, GF Mom Certified. Connect on social media @GFMomCertified.

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Wishful Recycling What Not to Put in the Bin

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or those that have been putting recyclables in a plastic bag and placing it in a curbside bin, it’s likely going straight into a landfill. That bowling ball, those yard clippings and dirty pizza boxes are contaminating the recycling stream and increasing the cost of recycling programs nationwide at a particularly challenging time amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. The continuing rise in contaminated items is known in the biz as “wishful recycling”. The current crisis is only making it worse. In some places, recycling itself is becoming wishful.

As stores and restaurants struggle to survive, local tax revenues have dropped sharply, forcing municipalities to slash budgets. Many small towns and a few big cities have stopped recycling programs altogether. Others have cut back on what they will accept or substituted drop-off bins for curbside pickup. States are pulling back from encouraging bottle-deposit returns. The plastic masks, gloves and wipes mistakenly tossed into recycle bins are endangering waste workers that must remove them. With the coronavirus shown to cling to plastic for three days, many workers around the country have become ill from such exposure.

Meanwhile, waste is mounting. Consumers are now having groceries delivered, picking them up or ordering them online, adding hundreds of millions more plastic bags and cardboard boxes to the waste stream. The Solid Waste Association of North America estimates that U.S. cities saw a 20 percent average increase in municipal solid waste and recycling collection in March and part of April. And because China stopped accepting 99 percent of the world’s recyclables two years ago, recycling operations are struggling for disposal locations.

“There is the potential for households to generate more waste than they did before, but there is also an opportunity to focus on waste prevention, increase your reuse and recycling efforts, and use food more efficiently,” the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency advises on epa.gov. “Now is a great time to focus on waste prevention where possible, and when recycling, keep the materials as clean and dry as possible.”

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To be more conscious about recycling habits, “Instead of, ‘When in doubt, throw it in,’ it should be, ‘When in doubt, throw it out,’” says David Keeling, president of the National Recycling Coalition.

The Washington State nonprofit Sustainable Connections estimates that 25 percent of what goes into recycling containers is not recyclable. “Contamination significantly increases the cost to process recyclables and makes it harder for processors to market their products, creating a huge economic challenge,” according to SustainableConnections.org. “We rely on the private sector to take away our waste, and they need to be able to turn a profit in order to run a viable business.”

Unfortunately, “Across the country and within Florida, we are seeing a growing trend on contamination in recycling,” says Travis Barnes, recycling coordinator of Florida’s Hillsborough County, which includes Tampa. The worst offenders, he says, are people that don’t sufficiently clean out mayonnaise or ketchup containers, as well as put plastic bags in the recycling bin that can become entangled in multimillion-dollar equipment, bringing the entire sorting process to a halt.

Beth Porter, climate campaigns director for the nonprofit Green America and author of Reduce, Reuse, Reimagine: Sorting Out the Recycling System, says there’s a lot of confusion on what to put in the bin. She

points to Michigan, which aims for 30 percent recycling by 2025 and created videos featuring “Recycling Raccoons” that offer instructions on proper sorting. In Washington, D.C., says Porter, “Workers peek in recycling bins and can tag the bin with some specific info telling you not to throw in plastic bags and contaminated stuff,” lowering contamination rates by 30 percent.

“The public demands curbside recycling,” Barnes says. “It is highly ranked as something the public wants,” but people also need to be more aware to make the system more efficient.

Even with the current challenges, environmentalists see recycling as a key strategy for a planet sinking under plastic waste. “As we navigate this new reality together, consumers whose circumstances allow for it should begin to reshape how they think about plastic pollution,” advises the World Economic Forum website weForum.org. “It’s a real and present crisis we can stop in its tracks right now­—if we make choices that lead to a cleaner and more sustainable future.”

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Shop Small-Shop Local-Shop Early

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his season, it will be more important than ever for customers to shop their ethical values and support local organizations. Chicago Fair Trade (ChicagoFairTrade.org) is making it easy to do just that. “Shop small and support your local businesses” has been the mantra independent and local businesses have been leveraging to encourage their customers to bypass the chain store and online giants if the goal is to enjoy a thriving business community and stronger tax base. We might want to add shop

launched a socially responsible brand that uses fashion to empower women and inspire change around the world with product lines that include lifestyle fashion, jewelry, handmade cards and home décor.

The global pandemic may have added another layer of uncertainty to many businesses today, but the entrepreneur notes that there is always a small measure of uncertainty with businesses like ILAVA, and she says the way ILAVA operates has prepared them for moments like these. “We only produce a small amount, and we

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early to the mix this holiday season, because many businesses won’t be able to restock as quickly as in years past.

Fair trade products appeal to many customers that want to buy handmade items produced ethically, sustainably and traded fairly, meaning the artisans that harvested or made the items are paid a fair wage. Because these products are all made or harvested by hand, the organizations that import them tend to be smaller, and the retailers are also smaller businesses.

While their size may allow them to be more nimble than larger retail and wholesale business counterparts, they are not immune to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Katherine Bissell Cordova, executive director of Chicago Fair Trade, the largest fair trade coalition in the United States. The active nonprofit organization includes a dedicated base of businesses, educational institutions, congregations, nonprofit organizations and individual activists.

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are not obligated to the fashion industry calendar, meaning one or two seasons ahead,” says Williams. “We are truly ready-to-wear.”

Jennie Misner, another member of Chicago Fair Trade and owner of Chicago-based Venture Imports (VentureImports.com), agrees. “Our products are all handmade using simple hand tools, so it takes quite a while for our orders to be made,” explains Misner.

She works directly with her artisan/partners in Kenya, a country that has been hit especially hard by the global pandemic, as well as loss of tourism, which translates to a loss of a local market for them to sell their goods.

Shop With A Conscious Version 2.0 Six themes are reshaping consumer goods and services due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new report released by global market research company Euromonitor International, including a move from sustainability to purpose. There has been an identified industry-agnostic trend toward purpose-driven purchasing that is spurring a move beyond ethical and eco-conscious to a holistic ap-

proach that creates social, environmental and economic benefits.

“People’s shopping habits are changing,” says Cordova. Where in the past, shoppers participated in a bit more retail therapy, where we might wander around a shop and get inspired to buy something. Now we’re thinking about each product we bring into our home on a much deeper level.

“I think people have really been thinking a lot more about how much mindless shopping we did just to kill time in-between activities or on the way home,” notes Cordova. “Now, we’re thinking about every purchase. We’re so much more intentional about every single thing we buy.” Even grocery store provisions like apples have to make the cut. When Cordova makes a visit to the grocery store, she looks at every single item and asks herself, “Will I really eat this apple? Do I need it?”

The other thing we’ve begun noticing is our home environment, because we’re spending more time there. We’re purging clutter that’s been accumulating for years, and that’s caused us to confront another issue we rarely consider when we purchase new items: the end of the life cycle of those products.

Membership-based organizations like Chicago Fair Trade that support fair trade companies and their artisans provide answers. “It’s not about just shop, shop, shop,” insists Cordova. “It’s you pause and think when you’re in the market to buy something for your home or a new piece of jewelry for yourself or a gift for someone, consider buying fair trade.

Who you support matters. What you buy matters. Make your buying matter. Be intentional with your purchasing. It’s not just about things. Fair trade also helps to make the environment in which we live safer and healthier for all.”

One example she offers is face masks. “Everyone has to buy face masks; buy face masks from one of our fair trade members,” she offers. Organizations like Chicago-based Malia Designs (MaliaDesigns.com), another Chicago Fair Trade member, has created reversible fair trade masks, complete with a matching pouch that easily attaches to a key fob or bag.

Fair Trade Supports Artisans One of the best way customers can support fair trade throughout

the year, and especially during the holiday season, is to research and follow the social enterprise brand on social media, suggests Williams. Take the time to learn more about the artisans and the organizations.

Also, shop early, because unlike products that are mass-produced at a factory and piled up in a warehouse, fair trade products are made by hand. While several fair trade companies are stocked well right now, many of them say once their stock is depleted this holiday season, it’s unlikely they’ll be able to replenish quickly because the global pandemic has shut down many of their operations around the world.

Many fair trade importers are working with retailers and artisans this season by making changes to their business Photo courtesy of ILAVA model. Because Misner isn’t beholden to trends, she’s been able to keep her artisans working by taking pre-orders from retail clients and having their orders shipped by air instead of seaborne containers, which she normally does to keep shipping costs down.

For those shopping during the holiday season, Chicago Fair Trade will host a holiday pop-up shop at 2717 N. Clark St., in Lincoln Park, starting in November through Christmas. What has become a shopping tradition for many, the shop will feature more than 40 fair trade organizations with merchandise from jewelry to home accessories, and foodstuffs such as fair trade coffee and chocolate. For some perspective on how wildly popular this event has become over the years, the organization rang up $30,000 in sales its first year. Last year, it sold $220,000 in seven weeks.

This year, shoppers will have a number of options to get their shopping done.

To shop in-store, Cordova says they will be offering times that customers can reserve in advance so it will be stressfree and safe because they’ll be limiting the number of people inside. For those that might be uncomfortable to shop in person, online shopping opportunities with curbside pick-up, as well as offer Photo courtesy of ILAVA personal shopping services are available.

“Shop small,” says Misner. “Small local businesses can really use the support. And if you can, shop early.”

Megy Karydes is a Chicago-based writer who is partial to fair trade coffee and chocolate. Find her at MegyKarydes.com.

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hriving in Michael and Kendra Eiermann’s Niles backyard is a centuries-old bur oak tree that stands more than 80 feet tall with a diameter of 57 inches and a canopy stretching more than 107 feet.

That the oak is still standing is a testament to folks like the Eiermanns, who along with countless other private residents and public entities, are working to protect not only the many species of oaks native to the Chicago region, but also the ecosystem in which they live. The Eiermanns recently earned a certification of achievement for stewarding their oak tree from the Chicago Region Trees Initiative, headquartered at The Morton Arboretum, in Lisle.

The coalition of organizations works to improve the urban forest where people live, work and play. It also oversees the Oak Ecosystem Recovery Project for the region (Chicagorti.org/OakRecovery). Toni Dati, street superintendent for the village of Niles and municipal director of the Illinois Arborists Association, says, “I played under the Eiermanns’ oak when I was a child. It is a magnificent tree.”

The tree was likely standing before the Europeans settled in the United States. “Back then, oaks were by far the most dominant tree species,” says Lydia Scott, director of the Chicago Region Trees Initiative (crti.org).

Over the past century, the number of oak trees and the acreage of ecosystems in which they thrive have been declining in the region. Lack of sunlight, invasive plants, disease and development have contributed to the decline.

Eight native oak species are common in the Chicago region. These include bur, white and red oak, which grow in harmony with shagbark hickories and other trees where hundreds of other species of plants

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and animals can thrive (FieldGuides.FieldMuseum.org/sites/default/files/rapid-colorguides-pdfs/500_usa-common_oaks_of_chicago.pdf). “Oaks in our part of the country are considered a keystone species,” says Lisa Haderlein, executive director of The Land Conservancy of McHenry County.

“Normally, people think of a predator like a lion or wolf as a keystone species,” Haderlein says. “We don’t have those.

But we do have these amazing trees that support a wide diversity of other plants and animals.”

Birds, insects, salamanders, frogs, butterflies, bats and even the fungi beneath the soil co-evolved with the oaks and are all tied to one ecosystem. “By helping oaks, you help a whole suite of other species,” Scott says.

The Oak Ecosystem Recovery Project was established in 2015 after surveys of the Chicago region showed that only 17 percent of the original oak ecosystems were left. As trees grow old, saplings that sprout from seeds, like acorns, grow and replace the old ones. “But oak trees are not regenerating,” Scott says. “Oaks need light as young plants to grow, and the sun isn’t reaching them because they are living in a very dense canopy.” Hundreds of years ago, Native Americans managed the forest with fire, creating a more open canopy.

Maples and non-native buckthorn are part of the problem. “Young maples don’t need as much light to grow, so they outcompete the oaks,” Scott explains. Buckthorn, introduced from Europe, “creates a dense thicket and takes away the sunlight needed by young oak saplings. It also creates a chemical in the soil that makes it inhospitable for young oaks to grow. Buckthorn provides berries, which birds eat, but it’s not healthy food. It’s low in fat and nutrients.”

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with private landowners on caring for oak Health food for birds is the caterpillars that ecosystems. They learn to replace buckthorn hide in the corky bark of oaks. with native species and how fertilizers and

Oak trees also are contending with pesticides impact the ecosystem, not just diseases such as wilt, which particularly their property. affects red oaks and came from Mexico or

“We asked each county to identify South America perhaps a century ago. A one priority oak ecosystem where they are newer and slower-spreading disease, bur working to help engage private landowners,” oak blight, is caused by a native fungus, and Scott says. “Each of them has undertaken a is being watched by local arborists and land range of activities and outreach.” The Land managers. The main task now for forest An acorn and bur oak tree leaves.

Conservancy of McHenry County, for expreserve and conservation districts in the ample, has created the 5,000 Acre Challenge region is to remove buckthorn and open up (5000Acres.com).

“In McHenry County, we have about 5 percent the canopy in the oak ecosystems they manage. of the oak woodland areas remaining that would have been here

“For example, the Lake County Forest Preserve is creating historically, and 85 percent of that is on private property,” says canopy gaps,” Scott says. “They are carefully selecting trees for Executive Director Lisa Haderlein. removal to provide light for young oaks. Age diversity is import The challenge becomes to encourage oak woods owned by priant in healthy woodlands so that there are new trees coming up to vate landowners to join the effort to save and protect them, bringing replace those on decline. Oaks grow in light gaps, and increased age the total acreage of managed oak woodlands to 5,000 acres. diversity of oaks is really important.”

Since the challenge began in January, McHenry County now

Work being done on public and private lands to help the oaks has more than 4,100 acres of oak woods being cared for by private is showing early signs of success. In the Lake County Forest Prelandowners and public entities. Private landowners recently comserves and The Morton Arboretum, the smaller oaks are starting to grow and birds such as red-headed woodpeckers that need open mitted to maintaining more than 300 acres of oak woods, and the Conservancy is working with the village of Bull Valley, a commuoak woods in which to breed are increasing in numbers. nity of 1,100 people and nearly 1,500 acres of oaks, to inform residents about the challenge. “When 5,000 acres is reached, we’ll raise the bar. We want to get to 18,000,” Haderlein says.

The nonprofit also owns and manages “But 70 percent of all the existing oak ecoroughly 600 acres in McHenry County, many system in northern Illinois and southeastern of which contain oak ecosystems. Wolf Oak Wisconsin are on private lands,” Scott says.

Woods demonstrates what landowners can So the recovery project works to not only do to enhance these ecosystems. “Wolf Oak enhance oak ecosystems on public lands, Woods is named in honor of one of the most but also to improve those held privately. amazing bur oaks in the area,” Haderlein “People’s yards connect to natural areas,” says. “It’s at least 350 years old. The branches A bur oak tree at Wolf Oak Woods in Scott says. “The key is to provide informacome down to the ground. It’s spectacular.”

McHenry County is more than tion to private landowners about practices

Since its acquisition in 2016, vol350 years old. they can undertake to improve ecosystem unteers have worked there to open up the health on their properties.” woods, which have attracted

The Oak Ecosystem Recovred-headed woodpeckers to October is Oak ery Project is working with munest. “This spring, there was a Awareness Month in Illinois. Here are some ways to nicipalities near the 14,000-acre blanket of wild geraniums becelebrate and help the region’s oak ecosystems.

Cook County Palos Preserves to neath the oaks,” Haderlein says. enhance private oak woodlands.

“We didn’t plant the geraniums. n Clear non-native shrubs such as buckthorn and “One of the challenges that the They were just there waiting for Amur honeysuckle to let the sun shine in. forest preserves have is that the sunlight.” n Plant oaks in sunny areas. Take advantage of plant while they’re battling buckthorn sales and giveaways. For example, the Conservation on their property, the people Sheryl DeVore has written six Foundation, recently gave 50,000 free oak trees to who live nearby don’t know it’s a books on science, health Cook County residents. problem,” Scott says. and nature. She also writes n Volunteer to plant and care for oak trees and eco A recent U.S. Forest Service nature, health and environment systems at local nature preserves. grant is providing funding stories for national and regional n Learn more at Chicagorti.org/OakResources. for forest preserves and land publications. Connect at Sheryltrust organizations to work DeVoreWriter@gmail.com.

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his is the season when many folks are pulling out their favorite sweaters and looking to spend more time indoors, and plant lovers are no exception. Maybe it’s because the veg patch is producing its last juicy tomatoes and looking a little raggedy or the outdoor landscape is winding down. Indoor plants become green talismans to keep us sane through the long Chicago winter. But it’s only October, so there's no need to panic just yet. There are still beautiful fall days ahead and plenty of sunshine and crisp days to enjoy the outdoors. Yet now is also the time to follow our indoor plant instincts and prep for the months ahead.

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botanical names touted by people that definitely know what they’re doing. After all, they have hundreds of plants in their homes, so they must be experts… No need to fret or feel inadequate with one or two starter plants. Mastering the houseplant game just takes a little experience and respecting the “big three”: light, water and soil.

Much like an outdoor plant, if an indoor plant doesn’t get the type of light it needs to flourish, it won’t. Unlike outdoor plants, which are usually grown locally, or at least regionally, most houseplants are tropical and come to us via greenhouses in Florida or other warm locales where they have perfect light and temperature with experts to care for them. Landing on our home windowsills might be a little bit of a bummer for them and require some getting used to.

Sometimes a plant that looked fantastic

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Let There Be Light for Houseplants

in the greenhouse gets home and starts to look sad fairly quickly. This could be caused by the shock from an extreme change in conditions. Most plants will adjust, given a little time and TLC. But to ensure a newly recuperated plant has what it needs to thrive long term, let’s consider light.

When assessing a home environment for light, first look at the direction the windows face and notice if buildings or trees are blocking light from entering.

Check if curtains, blinds and other window treatments or obstructions impact the light.

Look at different rooms at several times of the day to determine the level of light houseplants will receive.

Plant care instructions often call for bright, indirect or low light, which can be vague. Bright light comes from a south-facing, unobstructed window. This is the brightest because it lasts all day and can sometimes be too much during the summer. In the fall and winter, it’s excellent for sun-loving houseplants because the sun is lower in the sky and its rays are less intense.

Bright light can also come from an east-facing, unobstructed window in the morning or a west-facing, unobstructed window in the afternoon. This is only partday bright light, as the light changes as the sun moves across the horizon.

Indirect light can result from any of those exposures (south, east, west), but varies with where the plant is situated, either far away from the window toward the middle of the room or with sheer curtains or blinds covering the windows.

Not every houseplant wants bright light all day long; many can live with less light and actually prefer it. Low light is somewhere in the house where the light is barely indirect or lower. North-facing windows or obstructed windows are often low-light spots. But every plant needs some light, so a windowless bathroom is probably not a good choice for a plant unless we want to think about supplemental lighting.

LaManda Joy, University of Illinois Extension master gardener, author and public speaker, believes the world would be a better place with more gardeners in it. Connect at @PetersonGarden (founder) and @CityGrange (owner). Visit CityGrange.com for more information.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 Water, Water Everywhere: First-Person Flooding, Impact & Action – 6:30-7:30pm. With Elena Grossman, Program Director, BRACE-Illinois and Third Coast Disrupted scientist; N. Masani Landfair, Third Coast Disrupted Artist; Daniella Pereira, Vice President of Community Conservation Openlands; Debra Shore, Commissioner, Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago. Glass Curtain Gallery, Columbia College Chicago, 1104 S Wabash Ave, 1st Fl, Chicago. 312-369-6643. Colum. edu/thirdcoast. ThirdCoastDisrupted.org.

ONLINE: A New View of God and Its Effect on Well-Being – 7:30-8:30pm. One person’s journey to health and well-being. With Phillip Hockley, practitioner of Christian Science healing and international speaker. Free. Register: CSMetroChicago.org.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 Int’l Day of Non-Violence

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 Emotional Freedom Technique: EFT Tapping – 9am-4pm. Effective emotional stress relief to apply for yourself and others. An activity-based workshop where you will be guided to use tapping to address food cravings, money blocks, physical pain and emotions. $150. Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston. 847-864-1130.

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Healing Karmic Relationships Webinar: Theosophical Society – 1:40-4pm. With David Birr and Susan Wisehart. In this workshop, experience a group past life regression to gain insight into a current relationship; learn how spiritual tools such as astrology, numerology, past life and life between lives regression can help in understanding karmic relationship dynamics; shift your model of karma from the concept of debt and suffering to learning and forgiveness in relationships; learn specific methods to transform the energy of karmic relationship patterns. $40. 630-668-1571. Theosophical.org.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4 The Dish – For the last 12 years, every fall the Alliance has gathered some of central Illinois’ finest chefs and paired their talent with delicious local foods from Illinois farmers, blending them all together for our Annual Harvest Celebration.

Modelled after public radio’s The Moth storytelling program, we’ll showcase a series of live and recorded stories to share the real-life accounts of individuals across Illinois’ local food scene. More info: ILStewards.org.

ONLINE: Experience the Light & Sound of God:

Eck Light & Sound Service – 11am-12pm. Divine Spirit often expresses itself in this world as Light and Sound. A presentation and spiritual exploration of “Spiritual Keys to Solving Problems in Challenging Times.” Hear uplifting stories, readings and creative arts. Experience the sacred sound of HU in a contemplative spiritual exercise. Share experiences/ insights in small group discussion. All welcome.

Sponsored by Eckankar, the Path of Spiritual Freedom. Via Zoom or phone; info provided after RSVP: EckInfo@Eck-Illinois.org.

Life Mission Exploration – 2-3:30pm. A creative space for introspection, uncovering and embracing you and your uniqueness. Recognize your life mission cues. Donation. RSVP, Sarah Karnes: 262-745-8362 or Meetup.com/spiritual-nourishment-chicagoland.

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6 Mindful Mom Care – Tuesdays, Oct 6-27. 8:309:15pm. As a mom, a lot of you goes into taking care of everyone else’s needs. Find your inner reset button. Receive simple keys to bring more calm and kindness to you and your family. Increase your energy, resilience and self-care. $47/4 wks, includes a private stress release session. Meetup.com//Spiritual-Nourishment-Chicagoland.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8 Journal to the Self: Online Workshop – 6-wks, self-paced. Quick, goal-oriented writing techniques for mindfulness, goals, emotional healing and more.

A new lesson opens every Thurs. Discussion and learning guided by a trained facilitator. All writing in the privacy of your own laptop or journal. $197.

773-251-1631. TeamSage.studio.

Avian Effects: Climate Change and Birds – 6:307:30pm. With Forrest Cortes, Director of Community Engagement, The Nature Conservancy in Illinois; Peggy Macnamara, Artist/Professor/Author, Field Museum and School of the Art Institute of Chicago; Doug Stotz, Senior Conservation Ecologist, Keller Science Action Center, Field Museum. Glass Curtain Gallery, Columbia College Chicago, 1104 S Wabash Ave, 1st Fl, Chicago. 312-369-6643. Colum.edu/ thirdcoast. ThirdCoastDisrupted.org.

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.

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

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 Fall Bulb Festival – Oct 10-11. 10am-4pm. Enjoy family activities and shop for more than 200 varieties of bulbs. Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Glencoe. ChicagoBotanic.org.

ONLINE: Chicago IANDS – 2pm. Support/study/

resource forum for near-death, out-of-body and spiritual experiences, losses. Guest speaker: Edy Nathan, MA, LCSW, CST, well-known grief counselor from NYC, licensed psychotherapist, author of It’s Grief and star of Psychic Kids TV show. Become a subscriber to Chicago IANDS by filling in the form on our website. You will receive an invitation with instructions. $20 Tax-deductible donation requested.

Send to Chicago IANDS, PO Box 732, Wilmette, IL, 60091 or use Zelle on your bank site. For more info: 847-251-5758 or ChicagoIANDS.org.

Heart Chakra Virtual Meditation & Sound Journey – 7-9pm. How do we function with calm amid chaotic world energies? By finding our heart center. Clearing our heart chakra opens us to allow all other chakras to flow and heal. Our heart is the true center of our strength. Participants are guided through a Heart Chakra-Clearing Meditation leading into a unique Sound Journey. $20/advance, $25/day of. On Zoom. Soul Energy Online: 773-609-3466 or SoulEnergyWeb.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11 Nat’l Coming Out Day

SAVE THE DATE Chicago Fair Trade Globalfest Fundraiser – 5-8pm. A socially distanced drive-in event. Offers festive food, drinks, music, performance art and a silent auction. All tickets include an open bar with local wine, beer, cocktails and kombucha.

Humboldt Park Boathouse, 1301 N Humboldt Dr, Chicago. Register: cft.events/Globalfest2020.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 12 Indigenous People’s Day

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13

Low Dose Naltrexone Online Lecture and Book Launch with Mark Drugs — 4pm. Join Mark Drugs pharmacist Craig Batagowski, Pharm.D, editor Linda Elsegood and Dr. Sarah Zielsdorf for online discussion covering Naltrexone and how low doses can be used to reduce the symptoms of autoimmune and chronic diseases. Will include latest research findings as included in The LDN Book volumes 1 and 2. $10; $32 with The LDN Book vol 2; $49 with vols 1 and 2. Register at LDNResearchTrust.org/ldn-book2. Info: call Mark Drugs at 847-419-9898 or visit MarkDrugs.com.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15 Coping with COVID: In Your Journal Zoom Workshop – 11am-1pm. Join this mini-journal writing online workshop for perspective, and a reminder of all the tools you already have inside you to weather this moment. Explore 4 facilitated writing activities in the privacy of your own journal as you create space for yourself to reflect on your own pandemic experience, and find the strength from within to take hopeful steps towards the future. $39. Zoom log-in info after registration. TeamSage.studio.

ONLINE: Practical Self-Care – 6:50-7:50pm.

Gathering offers support toward developing a more compassionate and loving relationship with your body, mind and spirit. Self-awareness guided imagery for healing, meditation and/or centering practices, within a container of love, safety and aliveness.

Donation. RSVP, Sarah Karnes: 262-745-8362 or Meetup.com/spiritual-nourishment-chicagoland.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16

Jyothowehah – Moon of Return of Little Cold Meet & Greet with Eben Alexander – 6-6:45pm. $40. Must also register for the 23rd Infinity Gala: Revisioning 2020: Powering Up Gala, 7:15-9:15pm. $80 (includes Practitioners’ Summit on Oct 18, 2-4pm). You will be emailed a link after registration to participate in the Zoom class. For more info & registration: 847-831-8828 or InfinityFoundation.org.

Beginning Zen Shiatsu – Oct 16-18 & 23-25.

7-10pm, Fri; 9am-4pm, Sat & Sun. Learn how to give a basic 1-hr shiatsu treatment that you can share with friends and family. This course is a stand-alone offering, and also is the first 30 hrs of our complete shiatsu certification programs. $450 plus books.

Zen Shiatsu Chicago, 825A Chicago Ave, Evanston.

ZenShiatsuChicago.org.

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Infinity Foundation Virtual Gala and Summit – 7:15-9:15pm. The 23rd Infinity Gala, Revisioning 2020: Powering Up will feature live inspirational talks from former Infinity Foundation Spirit Award recipients and a keynote speech from 2020 Spirit Award recipient Eben Alexander on Zoom.

The weekend continues with a Practitioners’ Summit on October 18, 2-4pm (included in the Gala ticket). $80. You will be emailed a link after registration to participate in the Zoom class.

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

Virtual Glass Pumpkin Patch – Oct 14-18. A stunning array of hand-blown glass pumpkins will be available for purchase online, with in-person pick up, beginning Oct 14. Details: MortonArb.org.

Free Shiatsu Intro – 10am-12:30pm. 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.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 Navaratri begins (Hinduism)

Embodying Sacred Connections – 9am-4pm.

Eben Alexander and Karen Newell will help participants cultivate an expansive state of awareness to transcend earthly distractions and from this state, embrace a new perspective to rise above the chaos and realign with higher soul consciousness. Alexander, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Proof of Heaven, guides with wisdom cultivated from his life-changing experience during a 7-day coma. $100, $85/10 days in advance. CEUs available. You will be emailed a link after registration to participate in the Zoom class. $295. For more info & registration: 847-831-8828 or InfinityFoundation.org.

Reiki Level 1 Certification – 9am-6pm. Be introduced to the practice and energy of reiki, its definition, history and principles. Learn all components of a reiki session. Learn all hand positions and receive a certificate upon completion, along with a comprehensive reiki book and a Soul Energy Reiki 1 manual. $150. A live virtual class on Zoom with an in-person future follow-up. Pre-registration required

by Oct 16, Soul Energy Online: 773-609-3466 or SoulEnergyWeb.com.

Inner Strength in Uncertain Times – 10am12:30pm. By practicing the mediations taught in this workshop, we can gradually develop the mindset and inner strength that can withstand and grow from every type of outer misfortune and emotional struggle. All welcome. No experience necessary.

With Buddhist monk Gen Kelsang Zamling. $20.

Live online, and also available to watch or re-watch for 72 hrs afterward. Info & register: 708-763-0132 or MeditateInChicago.org.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 Birth of the Bab (Baha’i’)

#RUCKTHEWORKWEEK at Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve – 7-9:30am. Field trip! The #rucktheworkweek group has been rucking on average about 2-3 miles every Sun while also increasing our weights. Let’s see if we can get a few more miles under our belt. Newcomers welcome. $10. Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve, Northgate Rd, Lemont.

Register, Get Fit EGV: GetFitEGV.com.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 19 Birth of Baha’u’llah (Baha’i’)

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20 The Adoption Process from A to Z: A Virtual Presentation – 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, shares key resources to develop an adoption plan, and highlights new developments in adoption practice. Presented through New Trier Extension Community Education. Register for course #203-755 under “ONE OF A KIND” in the catalogue. $18. Registration requested by Oct 18: bit.ly/3lhCGwv. More info: 847-446-6600 or SWildmanLaw.com.

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21 Coping with COVID: In Your Journal Zoom Workshop – 7:30-9:30pm. Join this mini-journal writing online workshop for perspective, and a reminder of all the tools you already have inside you to weather this moment. Explore 4 facilitated writing activities in the privacy of your own journal as you create space for yourself to reflect on your own pandemic experience, and find the strength from within to take hopeful steps towards the future. $39. Zoom log-in info after registration. TeamSage.studio.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22 Getting Around Carbon: New looks at Transportation Options – 6:30-7:30pm. With Melody Geraci, Deputy Executive Director, Active Transportation Alliance; Daniel Horton, Lead Researcher, Climate Change Research Group, Northwestern University, and Third Coast Disrupted scientist; Andrew S. Yang, Associate Professor, School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and Third Coast Disrupted artist. Glass Curtain Gallery, Columbia College Chicago, 1104 S Wabash Ave, 1st Fl, Chicago. 312-369-6643. Colum. edu/thirdcoast. ThirdCoastDisrupted.org.

Throat Chakra Virtual Meditation & Sound Journey – 7-9pm. Giving form to true expression is not as simple as talking. The energy of our true selves is expressed through the throat chakra; it is the bridge from our inner world to our outer world. Balancing throat chakra energy allows for confident communication and a greater sense of connection to others.

Be guided through a Throat Chakra-Clearing Meditation leading into a unique Sound Journey. $20/ advance, $25/day of. On Zoom. Soul Energy Online: 773-609-3466 or SoulEnergyWeb.com.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23 Virtual Intimacy Retreat for Couples – Oct 23-25. Create magic in your relationship! Live, experiential workshop via Zoom. Led by Diana & Richard Daffner, authors of Tantric Sex for Busy Couples. Home-play assignments break up screen time. On Zoom. Add’l dates: 941-349-6804 or IntimacyRetreats.com.

Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see. ~Mark Twain

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 United Nations Day

SAVE THE DATE Trinity Health Freedom Virtual Expo Weekend – Oct 24-25. Health experts, innovative natural products and services, and healthcare legislation. 45 presenters and more than 100 exhibitors, notable speakers include Dr. Sherri Tenpenny, Dr. Todd Frisch, Erin Elizabeth and Robert Scott Bell. $30/day, $50/weekend; The George Noory Reception is $50 additional. Tinley Park Convention Center, 18451 Convention Center Dr, Tinley Park. Register: 888-658-3976 or TrinityHealthFreedomExpo.com.

Reiki Level 2 Certification – 9am-6pm. Pre-requisite: Reiki 1 Certification. Learn the first 3 reiki symbols, distance reiki, how to become a reiki practitioner and business considerations. Practice using the symbols and receive a certificate upon completion, along with a comprehensive reiki book and a Soul Energy Reiki 2 manual. $225. A live virtual class on Zoom with an in-person future follow-up.

Pre-registration required by Oct 23, Soul Energy Online: 773-609-3466 or SoulEnergyWeb.com.

SAVE THE DATE Body Mind Spirit Expo Weekend – Oct 24-25.

10am-7pm, Sat; 10am-6pm, Sun. A gathering of national and local readers and retailers with 2 rooms for lectures and presentations. All events will follow safety guidelines with limited seating. Masks required. $14. Schaumburg Convention Center, 1551 N Thoreau Dr, Schaumburg. BMSE.net.

Virtual Grown In Chicago Soiree – 4-6pm. This year’s virtual Advocates for Urban Agriculture (AUA Chicago) event will highlight several ways in which we grow, harvest, celebrate and connect through urban agriculture. Event culminates in a round-table discussion about urban agriculture and how it can bring us together during this time of social uprisings and global health crises. More info & to register: Tinyurl.com/y6ne2gay.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 Finding Peace from Anxiety, Stress and Depression in a Crazy World – 1-4pm. Now more than ever, people are being assaulted by stress leading to anxiety and Depression. Dr. K (Leon Kolodziej) lectures on the most effective natural herbs, supplements and essential oils to relieve stress, anxiety and depression. Will also do a Zen meditation. $10 admission can be used for refreshments and food. Art Gallery Kafe, 127 Front St, Wood Dale. 773-589-9996.

DrKChiroCare.com. NaturesHealingRemedies.com.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 26 Beginning Astrology Level 2 Online – Mondays, Oct 26-Nov 30. 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 Oct 19. Via Zoom. Registration, Life Force Arts Foundation: 773-327-7224 or AstrologicalDetails.com.

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28

Mawlid-Al-Nabi begins at sunset (Islam) Virtual Reiki Relaxation Hour – 7-8pm. Shake off the stress of the day in a natural and healthy way with reiki. Relax even deeper with a guided reiki meditation (which you can use at home to bring peace to your daily life). Experience distance reiki along with the meditation. A great opportunity to check out what a reiki distance session would be like. Time afterwards for sharing and Q&A. Free.

On Zoom. CalandraAcupuncture.com.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 Halloween Samhain (Wiccan)

Online HU Chant: Experience the Sound of Soul – 11am-12pm. HU, a sacred sound and ancient mantra, has been sung for thousands of years in many lands for spiritual unfoldment, inner peace and healing. Experience chanting HU for 15 mins, followed by a few mins of silent contemplation.

Then join in a relaxed spiritual conversation with others of like heart. All welcome. Sponsored by Eckankar, the Path of Spiritual Freedom. Free.

Via Zoom or phone; info provided after RSVP: EckInfo@Eck-Illinois.org.

SAVE THE DATE SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 ONLINE: Understanding Karma and the

Key to Happiness – 10am-12:30pm. Explore the law of karma, Buddha’s wisdom that unlocks the true cause of happiness and freedom from all pain and suffering. Includes guided meditations to practice at home to gradually change your life from negative to positive. All welcome.

No experience necessary. With Buddhist monk Gen Kelsang Zamling. $20. Live online, and also available to watch or re-watch for 72 hrs afterward. Info & register: 708-763-0132 or MeditateInChicago.org.

ONLINE: Cocktails for Canines Gala – 7:309:30pm. With Second City Canine Rescue. Will include great entertainment and fundraising activities as they celebrate the official grand opening of a new adoption center with a virtual tour. Register: Tinyurl.com/CocktailsForCanines.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15 ONLINE: Angry No More: From Hurt to

Health Through Forgiveness – 2-3pm. Learn how prayer and insight can change lives with Michele Nanouche. Free. Register: CSMetroChicago.org.

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

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

ONLINE: Free Crisis Health Coaching – With

the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy, Inc and the Institute for Functional Medicine. This amazing community of health coaches is giving back during this extraordinary time of need by offering free health coaching services. More info: bit.ly/FMCHC_Gives_Back.

ONLINE: Moon Membership with Heather

Faun Basl – Join our moon membership and receive your special message. Each package receives 1-2 messages a month following the full or new moon. Quantity depends on the package you choose. These messages come from mini-readings which use light and playful energy. Members are first to receive promotions and sales.

630-210-8688. Heather@HeatherFaunBasl.com.

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Remote Healing with Heather Faun Basl – Schedule a 15-min phone call with Heather to decide your focus area to promote healing and overall well-being. She will meditate and perform remote healing to clear/adjust your energy frequency so the body can heal and keep you healthy.

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Third Coast Disrupted: Artists + Scientists on Climate – Thru Oct 30. Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm. Exhibition is the culmination of a yearlong conversation between artists and scientists centered on climate change impacts and solutions in the Chicago region. Capacity of gallery is 10 visitors and masks are required. Glass Curtain Gallery, Columbia College Chicago, 1104 S Wabash Ave, 1st Fl, Chicago. 312-369-6643. Colum.edu/thirdcoast.

ThirdCoastDisrupted.org.

RADIO & ONLINE: 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 broadcast on Facebook and You Tube at @The Mike Nowak Show. Also available in podcast on MikeNowak. net, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher and podcast apps, and streaming live on MikeNowak.net. Free.

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ONLINE: Yoga Basics with Jenny – 11am.

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

HeavenMeetsEarthYoga.com.

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

HeavenMeetsEarthYoga.com.

ONLINE: Time to Dance: Ballet – 1:30pm. Also 10:30am, Sun. Although not beginner classes, dancers of all levels of experience welcome. Via Zoom. To register: DanceForJoy16@gmail.com or CBG-Institute.org.

ONLINE: Go Green Highland Park Monthly

Meeting – 6:30pm. 1st Tues. Oct 6 virtual meeting.

Check website for updates. GoGreenHP.com.

Green Drinks Libertyville – 6:30pm. 2nd Tues. Check our Facebook page for updates.

Facebook.com/greendrinkslibertyville.

ONLINE: Hacking Your Health Meetup –

6:30-8pm. 3rd Tues. With Tiffany Hinton. Let’s get together to expand our knowledge of living a healthy life, using integrative wellness. Features an expert speaker on topics current to our health landscape. We can share recipes, have events at local health restaurants and learn more to raise healthier children. Free. Purple Sprout Cafe and Juice Bar: Meetup.com/Hacking-Your-Health-Meetup.

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

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

SUNDAY Wicker Park Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 27.

8am-2pm. Wicker Park, 1425 N Damen Ave, Chicago. WickerParkFarmersMarket.com.

ONLINE: Light School – 10-11:15am. Weekly gathering with Heather Faun Basl on various spiritual topics and subjects. Have tea with Heather and expand your soul. Love donation. RSVP: HeatherFaunBasl.com.

ONLINE: Inspiring Solutions for a Challenging World – 11am-12:15pm. Meditation and modern Buddhism. Overcome negative thinking and emotions, strengthen your mind, and stay inspired in daily life using profound Buddhist psychology and simple, effective meditations you can incorporate in everyday life. No previous experience necessary.

With Kadampa Buddhist monk Gen Zamling. Donation. MeditateInChicago.org/sunday.

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Glenwood Sunday Market – Thru Oct 25. 9am2pm. 1233-41 W Pratt Blvd, Rogers Park. GlenwoodSundayMarket.org.

Sentinel Watch Podcast – 7am. Weekly audio podcasts filled with thought-provoking ideas posted each Mon. Contributors tackle topics relevant to daily life and inspiring prayers for the world. New programs are posted every Mon and available 24/7 throughout the week. Tune in any time. CSMetroChicago.org.

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

Also 1:30pm, Tues. Although not beginner classes, dancers of all levels of experience welcome. Via Zoom. To register: DanceForJoy16@gmail.com or CBG-Institute.org.

ONLINE: Kid’s Light School – 9-9:45am. An event inspired to share the path to enlightenment to young minds. This is a safe space dedicated to fostering spiritual growth. Love offering. More info & to register: HeatherFaunBasl.com.

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

ONLINE: Clutter Clearing for a New Start –

7-9pm. Course available on Zoom. Discover how to easily and purposely declutter your home until it is filled with what is truly essential to you. CEUs available. You will be emailed a link after registration to participate in the Zoom class. $95. For more info & registration: InfinityFoundation.org.

Shiatsu Student Clinic – 7-9pm. 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.

WEDNESDAY Ravinia Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 28. 7-8am, priority shopping; 8am-1pm, general public. Jens Jensen Park, 486 Roger Williams Ave, Highland Park. RaviniaFarmersMarket.com.

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

ONLINE: Self-Shiatsu for Stress Relief and

Emotional Well-Being – 10am. With Steve Rogne.

Learn and practice methods for pain relief; emotional stress relief; and connecting with the capacity for self-healing and hope. Includes Q&A about self-shiatsu techniques for any particular problems individuals may be facing. Free. Via Zoom. Register: ZenShiatsuChicago.org.

ONLINE: Mindfulness Adjustments for the Pandemic – 10-10:30am. With Vacation of the Mind. Free mindfulness webinar series for HR Specialists, Leaders and Management. Will discuss best practices for handling employee production, communication issues, lifestyle changes and more. Workplace wellness topics highlighted.

VacationOfTheMind.com/webinar.

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

ONLINE: Prayer Meeting – 6-7pm. Informal

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

Meetings being held remotely during COVID-19.

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

Virtual “Hot” Yoga – Thru Dec 30. 8-9pm. Class hosted and lead by Gloria Nash (with Emerging Essentials) virtually but Get Fit EGV will make their facility available to those interested in experiencing the class “hot” and with other members. There is no limit on the class size virtually but on-site will be restricted in order to maintain social distancing.

Link provided on the day of class. $10. Get Fit EGV, 1100 Nerge Rd, Ste 206, Elk Grove Village.

773-849-4990. GetFitEGV.com.

THURSDAY ONLINE: Time to Dance: Modern – 1:30pm.

Although not beginner classes, dancers of all levels of experience welcome. Via Zoom. To register: DanceForJoy16@gmail.com or CBG-Institute.org.

ONLINE: Goddess Social – 4-5pm. Dedicated to helping women connect and remember their inner goddess. Attendees are encouraged to sip on their favorite cocktail as they converse and get an oracle message from Basl. Love donation. RSVP: HeatherFaunBasl.com.

ONLINE: Healy Introduction – 6:30pm. Have

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

FRIDAY Shiatsu Student Clinic – 11am-1pm. 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: 847864-1130. ZenShiatsuChicago.org.

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

ONLINE:Ancient African Adorations – 7pm. 2nd

Fri. Live stream online concert series presented by Tchiya Amet. Tchiya.EventCombo.com.

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

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

To view the guidelines and procedures established by the Farmers’ Market due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, please visit the website. Palatine Train Station Parking Lot, directly east of the Palatine Train Station. Palatine.il.us/663/Farmers-Market.

Evanston Farmers’ Market – Thru Nov 7. 7:30am1pm. This year’s market has been redesigned to accommodate all of the procedures needed to secure the market during the pandemic. See website for more info. Intersection of University Pl & Oak Ave, just east of East Railroad Ave, Evanston.

EvanstonFarmersMarkets.org.

Oak Park Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct. 7:30am1pm. Vendor stalls are moved from the usual Pilgrim Church parking lot site on Lake Street to nearby streets to allow room for safe social distancing and preorders offered via an online app as part of a pilot program. Oak-Park.us/our-community/oak-parkfarmers-market.

Glenview Farmers’ Market – Thru Oct 24. 8am12pm. Wagner Farm’s Circle Dr, 1510 Wagner Rd, Glenview. GlenviewFarmersMarket.org.

Green City Market: West Loop – Thru Oct. 8am1pm. Bartleme Park, 115 S Sangamon St, Chicago.

GreenCityMarket.org.

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

Taking all precautions to protect from COVID-19.

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

ONLINE: Body & Brain Basic Yoga Class –

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

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

Plant Chicago Outdoor Market – Thru Nov 14.

11am-3pm. Corner of 45th St & Marshfield Ave, Chicago. 773-847-5523. PlantChicago.org.

ONLINE: Wine and Spirit – 6-7pm. Every other Sat. Join us with a glass of wine as spirits give an upbeat message through Basl channeling loved ones. Love donation. RSVP: HeatherFaunBasl.com.

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ZEN SHIATSU CHICAGO

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

ERICA HORNTHAL, LCPC, BC-DMT 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.

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.

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 37.

Chicago Dance Therapy 847-848-0697 EricaHornthal.com

Life is experienced through movement and the body, mind and spirit are connected. The body holds all experiences and talking alone is not enough to release our emotional issues. Erica uses a combination of talk therapy and dance/movement therapy to help clients express what is often too deep for words.

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

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

BODYWORK NATIONAL LYMPHATIC CENTERS

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

ROTH STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION

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 31.

COACHING & COUNSELING SUSAN CURRY

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.

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

I trust in nature for the stable laws of beauty and utility.

Spring shall plant and autumn garner to the end of time. ~Robert Browning

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CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY ONE MIND AND BODY CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

Carol G. Sherby, BS, LMT, BCST 22W550 Poss St, Glen Ellyn Also located in Tucson, AZ 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 TIME TO DANCE WITH CBG INSTITUTE FOR DANCE & HEALTH North Shore School of Dance 505 Laurel Ave, Highland Park 60035 DanceForJoy16@gmail.com CBG-Institute.org

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

Dance is proven to have both physical and psychological benefits. Taught by dancer teachers Lisa Gold, Lynne Chervony Belsky, MD, and Lorraine Chase. See ad on page 37.

DECLUTTERING/ ORGANIZING 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

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.

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE

Holistic dentistry involves an awareness of care that relates to the entire person. We are a full-service practice using the most biocompatible dental options and laser dentistry (no numbing in most cases). Our services range from non-surgical gum care to mercury- and PBA-free restorations, crowns, bridges, partial and full dentures, children’s dentistry, braces, dental homeopathy and CranioSacral Therapy. See ad on page 15.

GYMS, FITNESS & ONLINE WORKOUTS GET FIT EGV

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

HEALTH & WELLNESS COACHING

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.

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ANDIE PEARSON, DMD

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.

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 47.

Chicago

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 23.

Essentially Pure Cosmetic & Family Dentistry 1535 Lake Cook Rd, Ste 108, Northbrook 847-983-3185 EssentiallyPureDental.com

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

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DR. ALLA AVER, DDS

HEAL N CURE MEDICAL WELLNESS

RENEÉ S. BARASCH, LDHS

316 Peterson Rd, Libertyville 60048 847-207-2034 DigestiveHealthSolutions.com

HOLISTIC DENTISTRY

Heidi Smith, CINHC, CCWS, CMP 312-259-7585 HeidiSmith@IntegrativeWellnessStudio.net IntegrativeWellnessStudio.net

K. BOEHM, DDS, & ASSOCIATES

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

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

WRIGLEYVILLE DENTAL

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

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

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

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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.

INTEGRATIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY ELLEN KATZ, MS, LMFT

Clinical Director, Inner Balance Northbrook, Chicago, Palm Springs 847-224-0244 EllenKatz.net 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.

UPSIDE COUNSELING P.C.

Craig Mead, LCSW, LCPC Chicago clinical office closed for in-person Telehealth office hours by appt 312-918-2885 UpsideCounselingPC.com Teletherapy is the right solution to get the counseling help you need right now. Chronic stress and anxiety can easily develop into depression, making difficult life circumstances even harder to manage. Craig Mead can help you learn and integrate alternative holistic wellness practices to help relieve stress, anxiety and depression. See ad on page 25.

INTUITIVE CONSULTATION HEATHER FAUN BASL

Office locations: Chicago, Glenview, Naperville, Aurora 630-210-8688 Heather@HeatherFaunBasl.com HeatherFaunBasl.com Heather is an intuitive medium, healer and mentor. She holds workshops, retreats, certifications and shares fun social events monthly.

Her skills give her a strong connection which helps others learn to raise their own frequency. She helps you evolve. Get a reading or check out her programs on her website.

MICHELE HEATHER

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE thriveMD – OPTIMAL HEALTH

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 ads on pages 3 and 31.

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

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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

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 11.

INFINITY FOUNDATION

1280 Old Skokie Rd, Highland Park 60035 847-831-8828 • InfinityFoundation.org All courses now on Zoom, many are recorded to watch later. Virtual Gala, Oct 16 featuring 10 bestselling authors that includes a Practitioners’ Summit on Oct 18. Great raffle tickets available. CEUs available. Call for free course guide. See ad on page 19.

TEAM SAGE: STUDIO FOR JOURNAL WRITING Laura Stukel 773-251-1631 Laura.TeamSage@gmail.com TeamSage.studio

Reflective journal writing is a mindful way to direct your own growth, to tap the wisdom within. Thoughtfully designed online workshops give you space to explore new techniques for deeper insights, greater personal growth, more variety and less effort.

Resources you can try in 20 mins or explore over 6 wks. See ad on page 23.

Our chief want is someone who will inspire us to be what we know we could be. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson October 2020

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NATUROPATHIC CONSULTATION

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 nonprofit, all-volunteer organization, we’re dedicated to sharing the practical wisdom of Buddha’s teachings with Chicagoland through meditation and mindfulness practices.

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 online for our courses and certificate programs. Check our website for a schedule of events, classes, seed swaps, community celebrations, food security projects and more.

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.

NUTRITIONAL IV THERAPY thriveIV

Located inside CryoEffect Spas and Freeze Fix: 1967 N Halsted, Chicago 312-741-1789 211 W Lake St, Chicago 312-741-1787 714 N Lasalle St, Chicago 312-756-8186 24B Chicago Ave, Hinsdale 630-632-3214 Cryo-Effect.com thriveIV is managed by thriveMD 1355 Remington Rd, Schaumburg 312-600-5070 • thriveMD.com thriveIV offers a way to deliver vital fluids, vitamins, electrolytes and nutrients directly into the bloodstream which can restore hydration, support the immune system and aid in faster recovery. Offerings include nutritional, immune support, weight loss, vitality and stress relief. thriveIV services now offered at various CryoEffect locations and Freeze Fix in Hinsdale. See ad on page 31.

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SOUND THERAPY HEALING WAVES SOUND THERAPY 1733 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago 60647 773-485-2935 Info@HealingWavesSoundTherapy.com HealingWavesSoundTherapy.com

Alternative emotional therapy using applied specific sound frequencies to release you from the weight of unwanted emotional burdens. Common emotions worked with are anxiety, fear, anger, depression, grief, worry, suicidal thoughts, stress and much more.

In-person and remote sessions are available.

LIGHT BEING WELLNESS CENTER

Arit Neter S Mery Maati (Aka Tchiya Amet) 8008 S Ellis Ave, Ste 2, Chicago 60619 773-571-1591 LightBeingWellness@gmail.com LightBeingWellness.com Light Being Wellness Center is the home of KemeTones Cosmic Sound Healing, HeruScopes 13 Month Kemetic Sidereal Astrology, TeaChiya Medicinal Salves and Wellness Products, and Ancient African Adorations (Devotional World Music of Ancient Kemet).

SOUL ENERGY

Mary Ellen Azzi 3323 N Pulaski, Chicago 60641 773-609-3466 SoulEnergyWeb.com Life is full of challenges but we can learn to flow with the continual changes.

Receive a combination of vibrational sound therapy, meditation, reiki and other energy modalities to release the charged energies of these times. Offering private sessions, group sound journeys, and reiki classes by creating a virtual space that is kind, caring, supportive and safe.

THERMOGRAPHY AND THERMOMETRY SCANNING 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 which assesses and identifies which organs are struggling to regulate. Knowing which organ systems are stressed, 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. See ad on page 13.

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NEW: Full-Time training schedule available! Complete your shiatsu studies in 9 months. Contact our office for more details!

Beginning Zen Shiatsu 2 Weekend Intensive Session Oct 16-18 & 23-25 Fri 7-10pm, Sat/Sun 9am-4pm 5 Day Intensive Session Dec 14-18, Mon-Fri 10am-5pm 10 Week Sessions Starting January 2021, Daytime or Evening

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.

or try one of our

Free Introductory Workshops October 14, Wednesday, 10:00am-12:30pm November 13, Friday, 10:00am-12:30pm 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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