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Healing with Light A Homebirth Story Following your Inner Voice Enhancing our power of choice in the New York tradition of wellness

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Publisher’s Corner The greatest gift you can offer is a healthy, whole you After having spent too much time in an indoor meeting, I went to the Petrified Sea Gardens to eat lunch outside. I was disappointed to find that it is now closed to the public. This seemed familiar upon arrival, regardless it was disheartening to see it locked up without indication of its extraordinary existence. Rather than a forest with a 490 million-year-old rock surface of fossilized sea bottom, the site looked like a neglected caged animal. Although the gate was locked, I found an opening not far from the entrance, walked in and sat on the ground to eat. The sun was shining, the air was hot, and I was happy to be nourishing myself amongst the tall grass. After eating, I walked towards the stromatolites. Before stepping onto the path, I glanced down to find an all black feather. Adoring feathers, I happily accepted the gift before walking further in. Within two steps, I became overwhelmed with emotion—to the point of tears. Standing still in silence, I stayed with the emotion seeking a message, but it wasn’t long before it dissipated and I felt only my own self again. So, I continued my walk to the bottom of the sea. Eventually returning to my car, I drove up the road and found more fossils and signs of explanation—naturally pulling over to read them. While standing there trying to grasp how there could be something so beautiful and ancient this close to home, a couple from England pulled up. They wondered where the Petrified Sea Gardens were. Embarrassed I explained that they are closed to the public. “But if you don’t mind trespassing, go on in it’s right down the road.” “What is trespassing?” the man asked. So, I just showed him the signs and fossils that were right there. I asked if in England they would have a paved road less than a foot away from such ancient geology. No was his answer. Weeks later, I drove by again and there was a family from Nevada examining the ancient ground. A feeling of disappointment stayed with me after this experience. So, I asked myself what would I prefer to see in regards to The Petrified Sea Gardens? My answer was simple—reverence. Because the lack there of was bringing me down, I had to examine where in my life I lack awe for the ancient. And also, more likely in my case, where do I not appreciate beauty that is so close it seems ordinary. Honestly, my list was too long to share. But coming up with it has made me more aware of the awesomeness of our world. The experience also gave me a better understanding of how old the earth is, and how young I am—or even the human race as we know it is—in comparison. This has deepened my belief that the planet has a wisdom we can only aspire to. What in your life do you overlook because it is too near to realize its magnitude? What would people travelling from England or Nevada come to see in you? Examine the physical aspects, and also your innate characteristics. It may be tempting to say “nothing”. but that would be untrue. We in America have so much. Let us make the choice to have reverence for not only what humans make but also for what already exists naturally, within and without. In peace and awe,

The Healing Springs Journal is an independent publication committed to printing articles regarding the wellness of body, mind, spirit, and environment. It is a free publication supported by its advertisers. These advertisers must be judged on their individual merits, The Healing Springs Journal is not responsible for their claims, conditions, products, or services. Our articles reflect the opinions of their authors and not necessarily those of our publisher. We do not claim to diagnose illness, but offer an open forum on complimentary & alternative therapies. Serious ailments should be checked out by a physician as well as by the healers you feel compelled to learn more about. We reserve the right to refuse advertising and are not liable for any errors within the ads themselves.

Healing Springs I #63 August—September, 2012

Contents articles 10

Getting Friendly with your Flora by Ann Carey Tobin, MD

An Integrative Health Community

12 Reclaiming our Ancient, Wild Self 14 18 20 22 23 28 29

by Katrina Clay

Integrating mental health with physical wellness, emotional strength, and spiritual awareness.

Powerful Phytonutrients by Dr. Joseph Olejak

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Healing with Light by Lynn Allison Expressing your Creativity by Carol Bollinger Green Following your Inner Voice by Lisa Bruchac A Homebirth Story by Trisha Millier

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4th Chakra by Pam Lunz Medina Childhood Obesity by Dr. Sarah LoBisco

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Healing Springs Mission:

6 Our Community 16 Book To Read 24 Ask The Practitioner

With knowledge comes choice. Our mission at The Healing Springs Journal is to address the whole person by providing articles and stories that allow the reader to make empowered lifestyle decisions in relation to the wellness of their mind, body, spirit, and environment.

by Jerome Pindell, Gregg St. Clair, and Lynn Allison

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Community 2012 Responsible Dog Ownership Day Americans have embraced the joys of dog ownership for centuries, from George Washington and his American Foxhounds to Barack Obama with his Portuguese Water Dog. Today, their roles in society have shifted from hunters and working animals to primarily family companions. MYNE Training and Boarding Facility, a member of the American Kennel Club – the nation’s largest registry and leading non-profit organization dedicated to the welfare of purebred dogs – recognizes that canine companionship is not only a right but a privilege that must be respected and nurtured. In return for this privilege, dog owners need to respect reasonable, enforcable, nondiscriminatory legislation governing the ownership of dogs, such as local leash laws, curbing policies and licensing regulations.

on responsible dog ownership day. MYNE Training and Boarding Facility invites you to celebrate AKC Responsible Dog Ownership Day with us on September 16th from 1-4 pm. We’ll be offering an All Pet Parade (Costumes Optional) and Obedience Demonstration. Other educational activities for dogs and owners include – Blessing of the Animals with Reverend Patti Girard/ Meet some Breeds/ Sheltie Club Breed and Obedience/ Canine Good Citizen and Therapy Dog / Private Label Aromatherapy and Massage with Jill Stewart/ Lindsay S Rehm Animal Communicator/Reiki/Patti Warrington K9 Search and Rescue/Refreshments/ Fun Stuff and door prizes. Come, sit, stay and learn what it takes to be a responsible dog owner. Your best friend is counting on you. For more information please contact MYNE Training and Boarding Facility, 511 Pleasant Valley Rd, Argyle, NY, 518-638-5488, 638-6985, www.mynekennel.com, mynekennel@hotmail.com

Saratoga P.L.A.N. receives $20,000 gift from Saratoga Springs Rotary Club

Each year AKC hosts Responsible Dog Ownership Day in September to educate the dog loving community about the importance of being a responsible owner. Approximately 500 AKC affiliated clubs and other organizations around the country participate by holding events in their local communities.

Saratoga P.L.A.N. (Preserving Land and Nature) announced today that it has received a $20,000 gift from the Saratoga Springs Rotary Club for enhancement of the 43-acre Rowland Hollow Creek Preserve on Grand Avenue. The gift will be used to ready the Preserve for public enjoyment. Components of this project include an orientation kiosk and entry sign, a well-marked walking trail, a parking area, and even a letterbox treasure hunt for kids.

Whether you are looking to add a puppy to your family for the first time or a lifelong dog lover, we encourage you to “bone up”

“We’re excited and thankful for this major gift from the Saratoga Springs Rotary Club that will allow us to accomplish our goal of

Still Point is an interfaith retreat center located just minutes from downtown Saratoga. We offer space for reflection and personal time as well as programs for healing and enriching one’s spirit, mind and body. Mailing address: 20 Still Point Road, Mechanicville, NY 12118 Telephone: 518-587-4967 email: stillpt423@aol.com web: www.stillpointretreatcenter.com Take 24 hours from your busy schedule. Enjoy the stillness and power of nature on our partially wooded land. Re-connect to your deep self.

Pray! Be silent! Be! “The quieter you become, the more you hear.”

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opening the Rowland Hollow Creek Preserve for hiking, nature study, and other passive forms of recreation”, said Maria Trabka, Executive Director of Saratoga P.L.A.N. “Land conservation thrives in Saratoga County largely due to the support of organizations such as Rotary which want to continually make their community a better place.” This project was also made possible by other partners who have contributed: individual volunteers; the City of Saratoga Springs; and Charlew Builders all were vital to making the Preserve a reality. Saratoga P.L.A.N. Stewardship Director, Andy Fyfe, added, “When it opens, the great thing about this Preserve will be that it provides a wooded walk, the chance to see wildlife, and views of Rowland Hollow Creek less than 3 miles from downtown Saratoga Springs. As Saratoga Spring’s urban core grows, we will find such natural areas increasingly important.” Current plans look forward to a late August or early September ribbon cutting.

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Saratoga P.L.A.N. is a not-for-profit land trust offering comprehensive land conservation services to landowners, developers, organizations, and government partners, while striving to achieve regional coordination and cooperation on land use, conservation and recreational trail planning. It has protected over 3,433 acres of farmland, natural habitats, and water resources in Saratoga County. For more information on land conservation, or directions and trail maps for public preserves, contact Saratoga P.L.A.N. at 518-587-5554 or at www.saratogaplan.org.

Albany Holistic Nurses Society, Celebrating 25 Years and Welcoming New Members! A Dinner Celebration for the 25th Anniversary Celebration will be held on September 13, 2012 at The Century House, Latham, NY. Contact Joyce Willson @ 271-7802 for more information. The AHNS was incorporated in 1987 by a group of nurses interested in a holistic approach to nursing care. Like the very first holistic nurse Florence Nightingale, they believed in the importance of caring for the whole person- body, mind and spirit and in the interventions, attitude and intention that support an individual’s natural healing abilities. Throughout the past 25 years AHNS has provided support and education for nurses, healthcare professionals, practitioners and interested individuals. Their monthly meetings have been a space for Complementary and Alternative practitioners to present their knowledge, skills, and share their experiences. Many of the AHNS members provide many types of healing modalities, including Therapeutic Touch, Aromatherapy, Reiki , Healing Touch, Acupressure, Massage, Meditation, Music Therapy, Reflexology and many more. As we move into healthcare reform AHNS members invite you to join us in our commitment to partner with those individuals we serve to provide a holistic approach to health and wellness. Please visit us at www.albanyholisticnurses.org Questions about AHNS? Would you like to become a member? Contact Sandra Marnell RNCD CHTP at Marnellsandra@yahoo.com, or 518 875-6050 for more information.

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Meditation volunteers are still needed for the Greater Albany Meditation Project (GAMP). Participants are being asked to commit to meditating 15 minutes a day for two months beginning Martin Luther King day January 21, 2013, while sending positive peaceful intentions to the four local New York counties of Albany, Schenectady, Saratoga, and Rensselaer. The goal is to have 1% of the population, about 8600 people, help make history by adding to an important body of intentional research that suggests how we focus our intentions can influence what we experience. State University of Albany Professor, Dr. John Foldy, and biofeedback specialist, Bethany Gonyea, MS, will be working with a research team that will be measuring changes in social indicators such as a reduction of crime or reduction of fatal car accidents. Because the details of the study are still being defined, meditation leaders are not asked to record their video yet, but just to express their willingness to participate by contacting Bethany Gonyea at

bgonyea@nycap.rr.com. Meditation leaders are also needed to start meditation groups to help increase participation in the study. Please contact Bethany if you would like any support to start a meditation group, or if you are willing to offer other skill sets needed for the study including, videography, technical support, marketing efforts, and recruiting support. You can watch a 5 minute video about the study by visiting www.bethechangemeditation.net.

Saratoga Integrative Medicine Education Network Upcoming Program The Saratoga Integrative Medicine Education Network, or SIMEN, has an upcoming program scheduled for Tuesday, September 18 at 6:30 pm at the Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St., in the Community Room. The program is free and open to the public. No registration is required. The name of the program is Integrative Medicine for the Holistically Minded Patient, and is a program that takes an inclusive viewpoint on healthcare. We live in a world where aggression and domination seems to be prominent, even in medicine. Conventional medicine seems to solely focus on drugs and pills as the answer to eradicate medical ills; whereas alternative therapies seem to totally disregard or downplay the relevance of properly prescribed medications. However, the need for the safe combination is needed more today than ever! Currently in America, the average number of prescriptions per person is around 13 drugs per year (excluding OTCs). Just 12 years earlier, the average was less than 8 drugs per person. This is a 62 percent increase! Furthermore, the World Health Organization (WHO) has estimated that herbal and other plantderived remedies are the most frequently used therapies worldwide. WHO estimates that 4 billion people, 80% of the world population, use herbal preparations for primary healthcare. Thankfully, the emergence of a new model is gaining momentum in which practitioners can unite to form a collaborative and integration between the best of modern and ancient wisdom. This is the definition of a systems biology, patient-centered model. Join presenter Dr. Sarah LoBisco to learn about this integrative and comprehensive medical model and what it would look like. Furthermore, Dr. LoBisco will explain how she would utilize this approach with three program attendees with a current health condition. Specifically, she would like to focus on those with: • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome • Menopausal symptoms • Mood imbalances Sarah LoBisco is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor in Vermont and holds a BA in psychology from SUNY Geneseo. Dr. LoBisco is a speaker on integrative medical topics for medical professionals and item writer for board questions for licensing Naturopathic Physicians. She is currently working toward certification in Functional Medicine from the Institute of Functional Medicine. Dr. LoBisco currently has a private integrative medical consulting practice in Ballston Spa. For more information, call (518) 210-1557.

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Getting Friendly with your Flora by Ann Carey Tobin, MD robiotics are beneficial microbes that are supplemented in the diet to augment and support our own established (native) friendly intestinal microbes (flora). There are over 400 strains of native bacteria, as well as a few friendly yeast, that coexist in a symbiotic relationship with their animal hosts. In fact, there is more bacterial DNA in a human than actual human DNA. Some of the more common probiotic strains provided through fermented foods or manufactured supplements include: Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium strains, such as Lactobacillus GG, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium bifidum, Bifidobacterium longum, Bifidobacterium infantis; Streptococcus thermophilus, and the friendly competitive yeast Saccharomyces boulardii. A human infant is born with a sterile gastrointestinal (GI) tract that quickly colonizes with the flora of his mother and his environment. These beneficial microbes optimize the function of the gut by assisting in digestion of certain sugars, fiber, starches, and proteins, aiding in the absorption of some minerals, and in the production of vitamin K and some B vitamins. They further promote health through competition with pathogenic (unfriendly) bacteria, by strengthening and nourishing the barrier of the GI tract, and as a support for the immune system.

Friendly flora take part in our detoxification system, regulation of fat storage, and in the metabolism and recycling of hormones.

Probiotic supplements have an established track record for treating diarrheal illnesses, and with helping to restore friendly bacteria after the administration of antibiotics. There is evidence for benefit in irritable bowel syndrome, colitis, lactose intolerance, yeast infections, and eczema. Clinical research on the effects of supplemented probiotics is now suggesting possible roles for friendly bacteria in decreasing inflammation, regulating blood sugar and cholesterol levels, weight management, supporting cognition and mood, allergic conditions, and perhaps osteoporosis. Probiotics are easily obtained through the consumption of fermented foods. Everyone can benefit from exploring foods such as yogurt with active cultures, kefir, tempeh, miso, kimchee, sauerkraut, lacto-fermented vegetables, natural pickles, umeboshi, kevita, and kombucha. The established flora thrive on a diet of fiber, so cultivate a healthy environment for your own friendly flora by consuming ample amounts of vegetables, fruits, legumes (beans), whole grains, nuts and seeds. The flora also like compounds called polyphenols, examples of which are found in berries, garlic and green tea, among others nutritious foods. Avoid excess sugar, fat and processed foods that tend to support unfriendly flora. Individuals experiencing GI symptoms, such as excess gas, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, IBS, and food sensitivities; or yeast infections, excess stress, travel or antibiotic use, may benefit from the higher probiotic doses found

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Probiotics are easily obtained through the consumption of fermented foods. Everyone can benefit from exploring foods such as yogurt with active cultures, kefir, tempeh, miso, kimchee, sauerkraut, lacto-fermented vegetables, natural pickles, umeboshi, kevita, and kombucha. in supplements. In addition, as outlined above, there is promising evidence that the role of probiotic supplementation may prove to be even more expansive. In general a symptomatic individual will benefit more from a product that has multiple species of bacteria (such as outlined in the opening paragraph) and a higher colony count, that is CFUs, or colony forming units. It may also be helpful to include a friendly yeast species, such a Saccharomyces boulardii; especially after antibiotics, recurrent yeast infections, or persistent GI symptoms. Individuals who are highly symptomatic with GI issues or who are often sensitive to new products, should begin with lower doses and increase as tolerated. Some products may be augmented with prebiotics to support the well being of the probiotic and help the probiotic establish a foot hold in the GI tract. Examples include fructooligosaccharides (FOS), inulin, guar gum, and lactulose. These are natural sugars found in many healthy foods, such as bananas, artichoke, chicory root, burdock, onions, leeks, fruit, soybeans, sweet potatoes, asparagus, green tea. In those individuals with significant GI symptoms, it is often wise to avoid prebiotics until more GI healing has occurred, as these substances may initially add to gas production. Read the label for proper care of these living organisms. Some

products are shelf stable, but many require refrigeration, and protection from humidity and temperature extremes. Be sure to check the expiration date, and favor a product that guarantees a specific CFU at expiration. Probiotics can be found as powders, capsules, liquids, and in sippy straws for children. As always look for a product that is certified GMP (good manufacturing practices) compliant. In antibiotic administration the general recommendation is to begin a high dose probiotic product immediately and continue for several days to several weeks after completion of the antibiotic. With milder GI symptoms an individual may try to transition off of the supplement to food based probiotics in 2-3 months. Individuals with more serious health conditions may require longer administration of a supplement, with rotation every three months or so to products with other probiotic species. As always, be sure to consult with a health care provider to determine if probiotics are appropriate for your health condition, and how to best proceed. Be well. Ann Carey Tobin, M.D., FAAFP, is a board certified family physician. Her integrative medicine consultation practice, Partners in Healing, is located in Delmar. She can be reached at 518.506.6303, by e-mail at atobin@pol.net, or visit www.partnersinhealing.byregion.net. #63 August—September, 2012 I Healing Springs

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Kristina Dallas, DVM ! Saratoga Springs (518) 727-2940 ! dallas_kris@hotmail.com have built houses and buildings to protect us. In doing so, as is often the case with protection of any kind, we also shut ourselves off from nature and separated ourselves from the life that supports us. This morning—months into contemplating the subject—I received the Wilderness Awareness School’s newsletter, in which it said “According to best estimates, we have been biologically Anatomically Modern Humans for around 200,000 years. We have been fully behaviorally modern humans for 50,000 years. Agriculture really only began 10,000 years ago. The Industrial Revolution was over a 100 years ago. The internet was invented 30 years ago. iPhones came out less than 5 years ago. What are the implications of this? We have spent most of our existence as a species as Nature-Connected Bipedal Hunter-Gatherers. We have deep instincts and inclinations to behave in this way. Some of these instincts may even be genetic and biological.”

by Katrina Clay s a child I felt a deep sense of dissatisfaction and disappointment. Instead of investigating ways to feel love for the world, I spent most of my first 35 years figuring out how to change myself to better fit in. What I now recognize is that this ache rarely left while I was participating in the world humans So, how does one go about touching their ancient self? This awarehave created, no matter how well I looked to be “fitting in.” ness isn’t achieved with a technique, ultimately it happens on its own. Yet there are things to do that will prepare you to become Conversely, it often felt satisfied while outside more open to allowing it. I’ve come up with 5 in nature, where I felt a belonging to the world. suggestions. Not the man made version, but to the earth and universe as a whole. Feeling welcomed by a Spend time in Nature. While doing so, tree as I lean up against its trunk, waving to a become a participant in the outdoors. Pay bird in flight and seeing its wing move just attention to all that surrounds you and slightly in response, walking through the woods what is happening. What birds are singing? where the leaves dance a hello. That longing What they doing as they sing? Where do the has been requesting me to interact with all livchipmunks live, and for what reason do they ing life—trees, plants, domestic and wild anisound their alarms? Pay attention to the movemals. It has been asking me to delve deep in to ment of the leaves, ferns and notice which my core and engage all my senses. Not only the plants grow wild near you. If you are gardenprimary five, but also another sense that comes ing pause from time to time and feel what the into play when the other five are heightened. I plants are doing? Stop before planting somecall it my wild sense, or ancient self. This name thing and hold it in your hands, getting to because it feels to me a part of human nature know it as a being. I find it easier to engage that has been around for a long time, as we with nature without other humans around as needed it to keep ourselves keenly aware of any well. danger. Now instead of engaging this sense, we 12 Healing Springs I #63 August—September, 2012

Spend time with animals without an agenda. While

with any animal—domestic or wild, pay attention to what they are doing. They do not use words for their language, instead behavior is their language. Humans often think we know best, that we don’t listen to what animals are saying through their behavior, “correcting” it instead to what we want. Simply observe them out of curiosity about their nature. As you walk alongside your dog, imagine what it would be like to be on four legs. What’s the feeling of being as close to the ground as your cat is? What is the motive behind digging that hole? Or cawing nonstop? Get involved in making music. For a long, long time people have been making music for ceremony, celebration, communication and connection. It is understood across all languages and cultures, although each location has its own preferences and uses. Music allows humans to become aware in a way verbal language overlooks. It can give expression to feelings that are otherwise difficult to express. Any kind of music will do. Whatever captures your soul and whisks you away from analysis. In addition there are many studies proving that music is healing. Listen to your body. This is an all-body awareness. Which means we need to first have reverence for the body we were born with. Look for ways that allow you to feel appreciation for your body. Exercise, eat well, get body work. Once we have a reverence for our bodies, we will more easily listen to it and believe it when it tells us something by putting a knot in our stomach. Or when we feel the tingles of excitement for what’s coming. This is where animals excel. Especially those that are prey animals, such as horses. Let Go Of What you think you are. Positive and negative labels put limitations on ourselves that we may otherwise outgrow. By dropping any preconceived notions of who we are, we make room for being in the moment, alive and awake to our potential. Labels also put filters on our experience and how we perceive each moment. Without knowing ahead of time what and how we are to interact, we are more capable of being in the moment—available to spontaneity.

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It is easy to want to blame our current predicament on technology. However, my guess is that the separation started long before technology existed. Perhaps the beginning was the birth of agriculture, or the start of verbal language. Regardless, my call out is to shift your focused attention that technology and language need and expand it so that it includes all that surrounds you. Become a participant of life, centered in your body while allowing your ancient, wild self to awaken. Know deeply that you are an integral part of the whole—aware that you belong, not because of what you do, but because of what you are. And what you are is alive. Enjoy it. Katrina Clay is a certified Shapeshifter Practitioner, a Shamanic Reiki Master and publisher of “The Healing Springs Journal.”. She is also a forever student of the natural world—the place that holds the knowledge of billions of years. In listening to and embodying that knowledge, humans will evolve in unity with the whole. Katrina is based in Saratoga and does individual modern shamanic work, teaches workshops and speaks to groups. She can be reached at 518332-6581 or katrina@healingspringsjournal.com. Please contact her to learn about a workshop in the works based on this article.

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What was so amazing about this discovery is that it showed that prostate tumor growth was slowed by a diet containing sulforaphane and that “sulforaphane can target cancer cells through multiple chemopreventive mechanisms.” This study showed for the first time that “sulforaphane selectively targets benign hyperplasia cells and cancerous prostate cells while leaving the normal prostate cells unaffected.” What this points to is the innate intelligence in plant compounds; no pharmaceutical or isolated neutraceutical can do that. In a similar study, brassica vegetables (Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower and broccoli) were associated with decreased risk of colon cancers. The researchers at Oregon State University found that sulforaphane, which is found at fairly high levels in broccoli, cauliflower and other cruciferous vegetables, is an inhibitor of an enzyme that plays a role in whether certain genes are expressed or not, such as tumor suppressor genes. This exciting news comes on the heels of other news about the cruciferous vegetables that show they are proven cancer-fighting foods. One study found teaming up fresh broccoli with a spicy food that contains the enzyme myrosinase significantly enhances each food’s individual cancer-fighting power and ensures that absorption takes place in the upper part of the digestive system where you'll get the maximum health benefit. What are those foods? Radishes, cabbage, arugula, watercress, and Brussels sprouts all boost the benefits found in broccoli. The study noted that you only receive these benefits if the vegetables are eaten raw or lightly steamed. The more broccoli is cooked the more these fragile phytonutrients are damaged. If the broccoli is mush it’s useless nutritionally.

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BTooRead ok DREAMING THE SOUL BACK HOME by Robert Moss “Again and again, in dreams,” writes bestselling author and world-renowned dream explorer Robert Moss in Dreaming the Soul Back Home: Shamanic Dreaming for Healing and Becoming Whole (New World Library, June 15, 2012), “our higher or greater self comes stalking us.” This spirit self comes because, “in the course of any life we are liable to suffer soul loss and because in order to be whole and well, we must find the means of soul recovery.” Dreaming the Soul Back Home explains how we lose connection with vital parts of ourselves during times of transition, hardship, change, and struggle. “On a visceral level, we all know how soul loss comes about,” writes Moss. “We suffer pain or trauma or abuse, we are overwhelmed by grief or guilt or shame, and part of us goes away because it doesn’t want to stay in a world that seems so harsh and cruel.” Dreaming the Soul Back Home explores these five forms of soul loss or disconnection: • Loss of vital energy —You find yourself torpid and listless, reluctant to get out of bed. Your days seem drab and gray and joyless. There is something missing in you, and you try to stuff the hole with sugar or booze. • Loss of younger selves — You have lost younger versions of yourself — the young child with abounding energy and that beautiful imagination, that fine romantic who was hurt or betrayed as a teen, that inner poet or businessman who wanted to make life choices different from the ones you made. • Loss of animal spirits—Indigenous and ancestral shamans know that we are all connected to the world of the animal powers, and that by recognizing and nurturing our relation with animal spirits, we find and follow the natural path of our energies. Yet many of us have lost this primal connection. • Loss of ancestral soul —When we awaken to ancestral soul, we become ready to claim the connection with wisdom-keepers and protectors who can help us to reestablish healthy psychic boundaries and clear out what does not belong with us. • Loss of connection with the Greater Self — Ultimately we can only make peace between the many aspects of our selves, and follow a path of true spiritual evolution, by opening or reopening a direct and conscious connection with the Self on a higher level.

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Q&A with Robert Moss Why does the soul have a hard time staying in the body? We suffer pain or abuse, grief or shame, and part of us fids the world so cruel that we want to go away. Soul loss is also caused by wrenching life choices: we decide to leave a relationship, a home, a job, a country, a lifestyle — but part of us resists that choice, sometimes to the point of splitting away and withdrawing its energy from our lives. We also lose soul energy when we give up on our dreams and settle for a life of dull compromise, refusing to trust ourselves to love or to take that creative leap. Where does soul go when it leaves? Sometimes we find that a part of ourselves is stuck in the old place, in Grandma’s house, or in the apartment we shared with our first love. Sometimes a soul part we lost seems to be living in a separate reality, like the land of the Lost Boys in Peter Pan. When we wish ourselves dead, a part of our soul may go far way, as far as a Land of the Dead. Are all aspects of soul recoverable? There are parts that are so damaged we don’t want them back. Sometime they appear burned or charred, dark or addicted. Sometimes our life choices are so radical that a part of ourselves simply cannot be persuaded to share our present situation. For example, my inner businessman is quite disgusted with the choices I have made, and won’t stay close to me unless I make money more of a priority than I am likely to do! What is the first step that someone who would like to experience more soul in their life to take? You do some cleanup, and you ask for help. In the book, as in my retreats, I offer practical guidance for psychic cleansing and release. One of my favorites is a very simple fire releasing in which we cast out any heavy energies that are holding us back and clear a space for vital soul to come back in. It’s very important to remember that we have help available, including from our spiritual allies and our own Greater Self, and that it’s always a good idea to ask for help nicely. What role does addiction play in soul loss? Addiction can be both a cause and an effect of soul loss. Part of our brighter energy may leave us if we fall into habits and company it doesn’t like. When we are missing a part of ourselves, things come in to fill the gap, and we reach for things to fill that gap. From a shamanic viewpoint, addictions are often worsened by spirits of the dead who are seeking to feed their own cravings through a living person. I have never met a true alcoholic, for example, who has not (from my viewpoint) been accompanied by dead drunks. In the book, as in my programs, I offer practical guidance to create healthy psychic boundaries between the living and the deceased. Robert Moss is the author of Dreaming the Soul Back Home and numerous other books about dreaming, shamanism, and imagination. His fascination with the dreamworld began in his childhood in Australia, when he had three near-death experiences and first learned the ways of a traditional dreaming people through his friendship with Aborigines. Visit him online at www.mossdreams.com.

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by Lynn Allison esterday I had a migraine and after 20 minutes of light therapy it started to ease up. My friend sprained her wrist and after 20 minutes of light therapy the pain was better and the same happened for a woman who needs a knee replacement soon and was in pain after having been on her feet for 12 hours. How can this be? The use of light in healing has been studied for ages but it is just recently that it is being put to use in therapeutic settings.

Light creates a spectrum, infrared at one end, red next and the colors of the rainbow to purple, then into ultraviolet. SAD, Seasonal Affect Disorder is lessened with exposure to full spectrum light. Ultraviolet light stimulates the production of Vitimin D in the skin tans us and is related to skin cancers.

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Infrared has been shown to penetrate the deepest in tissue, releasing nitric oxide, a powerful chemical in the body, responsible for pain relief and relaxation of blood vessels so more nutrients can get to the cells and the toxins are washed away easier. In the case of the sprained wrist, the infrared LED lights in the pad increased her nitric oxide. They also have a thermogenic effect – feeling of warm. The discovery of nitric oxide provided the researchers with the Nobel Peace Prize in the late 90’s. Supplements have been created but the benefits only seem to occur with the body’s own production of nitric oxide. Some recent studies with blue LED light therapy are showing that blue light exposure kills bacteria, virus and even MRSA. Ellis Hospital is using a blue light emitting robot to disinfect their rooms. You may have seen ads for acne treatments using blue light therapy. RPI in Troy did a study in 2006 with teens to reset their biologic clock so they were more alert in the morning and went to bed earlier. The blue light can reset your circadian rhythm so help with jet lag, insomnia and shift work. Red LED light was used in a study in 2003 by NASA to see if it could decrease the side effects of cancer treatments and encourage plant growth in space. In 2008, it was found that red LED lights increased mitochondrial function at a cellular level. This means more energy, healthier cells, memory and mood boosts. Red light works as well as NSAIDS and COX 2 inhibitors in pain and inflammation reduction with no side effects.

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Expressing YOUR Creativity!

by Carol Bollinger Green o you notice moments when a grand gesture of red is close to the surface? Are there times when you sense a clear wash of blue, a decisive black line, maybe faint spots of green? Would you like to express your creativity freely, without observing a subject or having something in mind? With simple materials, drawing and painting intuitively can be playful, meditative, insightful, healing. By releasing judgements, there is discovery, and the spontaneity of seeing what unfolds. Watercolors, tempera paints, oil pastels, and colored pencil sticks are easy to use, indoors and out, on many kinds of papers.

Try engaging your physical body first, with breathing, stretching, walking, moving. Invite your inner wonder to guide your gesture, hand or brush, and color selection. Start just where you are, focusing on the painting process instead of working toward a product. Enjoy exploring, without expectations! Sharing the experience with a friend or small group supports staying present and opening to possibilities. Both first-time painters and practicing artists can invite their unique voices to speak. No previous experience is needed. Whether the front of a refrigerator, the back of a closet door, the shade of a summer tree, where would you make space for your creativity to emerge? Carol Bollinger Green facilitates Intuitive Painting Workshops at SoulSpace in Greenwich, NY, as well as at The Arts Center of the Capital Region in Troy, NY. She offers drawing and watercolor classes at both ACCR and Hudson Valley Community College. Her background includes: BFA in Illustration, MA in Painting and Drawing, and training in intuitive process painting. For information about classes and workshops, please contact carolbg298@gmail.com.

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Inner Voice by Lisa Bruchac ollowing your inner voice is essential to living your life at its highest potential. It’s amazing how many times I have forgotten this and continually tried fitting a square peg into a round hole. I have put so much effort into changing something in my life and realized later why it was so difficult and didn’t work out the way I had intended. I have had countless experiences that have taught me that when I listen closely to my inner voice, I find that I am on the right path at the right moment and life just moves along smoothly with seemingly little effort on my part.

Everyone identifies with their inner knowing in different ways. Some may feel a sensation in their stomach, “see” images in the form of pictures or symbols or hear a voice that is not necessarily coming from outside of them or inside their head. Following my “gut instinct”- a term many are familiar with- or inner voice is something that I began doing when I was very young without even realizing it. I have always felt a sensation in my lower stomach if I was not listening. There have been times that I have gotten an actual “punch” in my stomach if I was about to do something that went against my true nature. When I was in my early twenties, I started dating someone who I had an immediate physical attraction to. One week later, I felt a sick, gut-wrenching ache in my lower belly. I instinctively knew this feeling was a warning that all was not right with this relationship. But I ignored the warning and forged ahead. Four years later and still in the same relationship, I remember saying to myself that I could marry him. This time the “punch” to my gut was so strong I literally bent over and held my stomach. This time I knew I had to listen.

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Sometimes we don’t listen because we have more to learn. How amazing would life be if we listened the first time and followed our true path, thus eliminating the drama and heartache? It requires courage to listen. Many problems that people face in life have to do with not listening to what their inner voice is telling them. These same problems can be solved by following that inner knowing. We as spiritual beings in human form have access to this information at all times. A cousin of mine, a beautiful young woman in her thirties, made a decision a few years ago to live with her then boyfriend following an eight month separation caused by his drug addiction. She told me she knew it wasn’t the right decision, but she didn’t have the courage at that time to follow the nagging inner voice. He sub-

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Become silent for at least five minutes daily. It is in this space that you’ll be more apt to hear your own inner messages and begin to recognize the signs that are unique to you. Since initially your instincts could be subtle signs, you’ll need to sit quietly to become familiar with your own. Eventually with practice, you’ll be able to hear your inner voice when you are going about your daily life.

Try following a message you get, however subtle and see where it takes you. At first, try this with smaller, daily decisions—such as where to eat when deciding on a restaurant. See what comes up spontaneously without any thought. Follow it and notice what happens.

If faced with a decision that feels heavy for you, try coming up with several options and then imagine each one separately. As you imagine each one, notice how you feel and where you get the sensation. Write these feelings down as you go through each scenario. Which makes you feel the best? Go with that one. Sometimes you won’t know the why behind the choice right away, but you will probably be enlightened at an unexpected time. Once you become familiar with your own inner voice or knowing take the chance and start following the messages more consistently. You’ll find that life will be easier and lighter and probably more joyful. When you are living life on your true path, the joy will emanate from you. Lisa Bruchac is a life coach who works with women who are seeking more in life and have a strong desire and commitment to shift gears, dust off that long forgotten dream and make the choices necessary to live the life they have always imagined. You can email her at findyourtrueessence@yahoo.com or visit her website www.findyourtrueessence.com.

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Question: Is there any procedure or program that any of you offer to alleviate a problem with lymph-edema? Editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Note: As the editor of this column, sometimes it is better to let stand the more valued commentaries of colleagues. In this case, I have chosen to do just that. I have used Jin Shin Jutsu to alleviate symptoms, but my experience with this condition has led me to refer this condition to the skills enumerated by by my two colleagues here. Jerome Pindell can be reached at 518-374-5492. He has office hours in Clifton Park, Niskayuna, and New York City.

Oriental Medicine; Gregg St Clair Lymphedema is fluid retention and tissue swelling usually due to a compromised lymphatic system. In the spaces between tissue

(interstitial) fluids become trapped and are not removed as efficiently as they could leading to lymphatic obstruction and edema. This can lead to gross swelling of the limbs, elephantitits and even death. When you consider the lymphatic system also transports white blood cells, our body's immunity, the benefits of a well functioning lymph system become apparent. Western treatment would include compression for simple lymphedema, drainage for moderate and possibly even lymph vessel grafting for severe. If you are looking for a way to keep a compromised immune system working at itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best, I believe acupuncture holds one of the safest and most effective alternatives. In Chinese Medicine everything we talk about has to do with flow. Disease occurs when things stop flowing. It could be stagnation of blood, lymph or pressure on a nerve leading to things like pain, heart attack, stroke or even cancer. When I do acupuncture, the sterile needles create a flow of blood, white blood cells and endorphins to the site. As far as lymphedema is concerned, this helps to flush out the area and creates an immune response to help facilitate healing. I once had a 70 year old man come to me with lymphedema and cellulitis, which is an infection in the cells. It was in both legs, they were red, hot to the touch and swollen up like balloons. He had already undergone two courses of powerful antibiotics, and when he came to me the next step his doctors were considering was amputating his legs. He continued on his antibiotics and had acupuncture and within four visits his legs were almost normal

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and he didn’t need to come in anymore after his eighth visit. That was seven years ago and he hasn't had a recurrence since. This is a great example of Eastern and Western Medicine working together, which I hope to see more of in the future. Gregg St Clair can be reached at 518-383-1230 or visit www.stclairfamilyhealth.com

Chiropractor; Lynn Allison Lymph-edema is retention of fluid causing an enlargement of an extremity or body area. It is common post surgery especially when lymph nodes have been removed. Breast cancer surgery often requires the removal of nodes in the armpit so lymph edema of the arm is common. Lymph is a fluid from out blood that delivers nutrients to cells and washes away waste from the cell. The waste is taken to smaller lymph nodes, then to larger nodes to end up deposited in the thoracic ducts to be eliminated by the kidney or colon. Cells’ health depends on functional lymph. Lymph edema is unsightly and uncomfortable and is detrimental to the tissues. I personally experienced a mild case post shoulder surgery where no nodes were removed but nodes in my feet congested to the point where I wore an entire shoe size larger. I use Avalon light therapy. A combo of red, infrared and blue LED light thins the lymph and relaxes the blood vessels allowing the lymph to return to the thoracic duct and deliver nutrients to the cells in the area. It takes repeated sessions and may become a daily therapy. Low level light therapy has been shown to make a difference in lymph removal as well as releasing the water trapped by collagen in scar tissue. When the scar tissue is softened, the lymph drainage can improve.

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Lymph movement occurs best with light surface massage. I use Cranial Sacral therapy, light touch bodywork, which seems to aid in lymph removal. I worked with one woman as she went through breast cancer surgery and chemo with the approval of her surgeon to optimize the maintenance of normal lymph function. She also changed her diet to organic vegan and lost weight. She never experienced edema. It is best to experiment with the technique and practitioner and to use compression or wrapping to stimulate the body into remembering how to function at its best. Lynn Allison DC has practiced in the Capital Region since 1991 and currently is in Saratoga. A Palmer graduate, she primarily uses Cranial Sacral therapy in treatment, combined with Avalon LED light therapy, NOT, chiropractic, muscle therapy and nutritional consulting as needed. She can be contacted at knotdr@juno.com or 268-9542.

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Homebirth Story by Trisha Millier n October of 2011 my husband Drew and I found out we were expecting our first child. We were over the moon with excitement and anticipation of our new arrival and, like many soonto-be new parents, completely clueless about pregnancy and everything that follows. But we were avid readers and confident that the usual literature like “What To Expect When You’re Expecting” would help guide us on our journey into parenthood.

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By November it was time for our first prenatal appointment with my obgyn whose practice included five doctors and a midwife. We were looking forward to the visit. For all our reading we still felt unprepared. We dutifully wrote our list of questions and sketched out a birth plan as suggested by several books. We were anxious to go over everything in detail with our obstetrician however, the friendly, nurturing visit that we had anticipated was far from the impersonal, hurried reality of what transpired. We expected to see my doctor’s familiar face upon entering the exam room; the face I saw faithfully for exams over the previous 5 years. Instead, we were greeted by another doctor. She explained that prior to delivery I would have to be seen by each member of the practice as any one could be the attending physician on my due date. We were confused but eager to go over our questions all the same. Before I could reach into my purse for our list, Drew was handed three envelopes containing, “...all the information you will need throughout your pregnancy and the answers to any questions you can possibly come up with.” We weren’t thrilled with this arrangement. I pulled out our birth plan and then the doctor laughed. She informed us that a birth plan was not only unnecessary but unlikely to be honored in the hospital. She went on to tell us that because I was in my early thirties and not at ideal weight, my pregnancy was considered geriatric and high risk. She suggested making an appointment with an anesthesiologist for a trial intubation for what was to be my scheduled cesarian. Fifteen minutes after we entered that exam room the doctor was gone and we were scared. Geriatric? High risk? Cesarian? Did we have to accept this as the only method of care? Talking with family and friends only reinforced that we would have to scrap the “perfect pregnancy” picture that was painted in our minds and settle for the medical management model like everyone else.

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were finally heard and being pregnant no longer felt like a scary medical condition.

On May 21st at 6:30am my water broke, three weeks early. The birthing tub hadn't been picked up. The towels and newborn blankets weren't yet washed. The bed in our guestroom hadn't been made. But I wasn't nervous or anxious. I quietly labored with my dog, my husband, mother in law, and my midwives at my side. I walked around our living room. I sat in our bathtub and shower. I rocked back and forth on a birthing-ball while my husband rubbed my back. I even napped. At seven o'clock that evening, I gave birth to our beautiful, healthy baby girl, intervention free. It wasn't at all the horror that people let on. It was beautiful, intimate, loving, and amazphoto by Trisha Millier Photography ing. It was the peaceful entrance into Our first appointment with our midthis world that we envisioned for our wife, Kelly McDermott of Sage daughter and so much more. I feel a Femme Midwifery, was a wonderful hour and a half long visit. deeper connection with the miracle that is life and I feel empowIn one sitting all of our major questions were answered along ered as a woman. I am so grateful for this journey. with some we never thought to ask. At subsequent visits, my baby and I were thoughtfully examined, we discussed good Trisha Millier is a photographer based in Ballston Spa, NY. She nutrition and exercise, and I was treated like the healthy pregnant specializes in photographing with natural-light and is available woman that I was. The words cesarian, geriatric, or high-risk for event, portrait, and homebirth photography. For more inforwere never repeated in reference to my pregnancy. Drew and I mation please visit www.TrishaMillier.com or call 518-683-4999. #63 August—September, 2012 I Healing Springs 27

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Childhood Obesity by Sarah A LoBisco, ND t may appear as if we are living longer, but our long-term quality of life is poorer and overall happiness is decreasing. There is a high cost of our current American obesity epidemic on our overall health and quality of life. Our fast paced, nutrient poor lifestyles are decreasing self-esteem while increasing uncontrollable waistlines, but there is more to the picture than weight control with our diet. Our overfed, yet malnourished, society is also creating negative health effects on our bodies and brains. Furthermore, these downstream ill effects cause financial strain to our health system rob our future leaders of creative and intelligent working minds.

The result of our processed and fast food society has created a nation of children brains’ which are starving. They are less able to think abstractly and complete sentences beyond a tweet. Furthermore, they are now dying from diseases that were typically only affected adults. According to a Report by the Worldwatch Institute: And hunger destroys would-be Einsteins and Gandhis in childhood, while productivity losses among those who reach adulthood are widespread. ..

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25% of diabetics and 90% of pre-diabetics are not diagnosed. In children most of the cases are missed.” A study published this week in the New England Journal of Medicine found that medications don’t work and general lifestyle instruction isn’t much help either to treat type 2 diabetes in children. And the disease is more rapidly progressive and aggressive in children. Kids who haven’t even learned to swallow a pill are now facing giving themselves daily insulin injections. Poor and minority kids are more heavily afflicted. Thankfully, modern medicine is beginning to see the light of changing our food quality and lifestyle choices. In other words, chasing genes as the cause of diseases and using powerful pills with dangerous side-effects is not the best first line of defense, economically or medicinally. Sure, our genes play a role in our risk factors for diseases, but not in their manifestation. We need to shift to retraining our health experts on the real lifestyle factors that affect obesity rates. A recent article in Medscape explains: When it comes to predicting the risk for common diseases, including cancer, genome sequencing is not a magic bullet. It might be a valuable tool for people with a strong family history of a disease, but not for the vast majority of people, researchers report. Genomic sequencing will never be a crystal ball that can reliably predict future health issues, explained researcher Bert Vogelstein, MD, Clayton Professor of Oncology and Pathology at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center in Baltimore, Maryland. "It cannot substitute for conventional risk-management strategies, including routine check-ups and lifestyle optimization," he said at a press briefing here at the American Association for Cancer Research 103rd Annual Meeting. Dr. Vogelstein was summarizing the results of a study presented at the meeting and simultaneously published online April 2 in Science Translational Medicine. Don’t get me wrong, we need medication when the issue is keeping people alive, but not as the main treatment in health and quality of life care. Rather, prescriptions should be used appropriately for the right conditions, not in replacement of poor lifestyle choices. In other words, using a statin medication for a man to prevent a secondary heart attack, while addressing his lifestyle risk factors makes sense; however, it doesn’t make sense to give the same man a pill for diabetes and reflux as he continues to chow down on Twinkies, corn dogs, and soda-pop. We should build our foundation on a healthy diet and lifestyle modification. Dr. Hyman continues: Do we really think we can medicate our way out of a bad diet? Can we really overcome the 54 gallons of soda consumed every year by the average American, or the 34 teaspoons of sugar consumed DAILY by the average child in America with a medication, or some handouts on eating better? One of the drugs used in the study, Avandia, has been responsible for over 200,000 deaths from heart attacks since it was introduced in 1999. The Food and

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Drug Administration has restricted its use. Should we be using this in children? This is pharmageddon. One Answer: Eating at Home (Dr. Hyman): Research shows that children who have regular meals with their parents do better in every way, from better grades, to healthier relationships, to staying out of trouble. They are 42 percent less likely to drink, 50 percent less likely to smoke and 66 percent less like to smoke marijuana. Regular family dinners protect girls from bulimia, anorexia, and diet pills. Family dinners also reduce the incidence of childhood obesity. In a study on household routines and obesity in US pre-school aged children, it was shown that kids as young as four have a lower risk of obesity if they eat regular family dinners, have enough sleep, and don’t watch TV on weekdays. We complain of not having enough time to cook, but Americans spend more time watching cooking on the Food Network, than actually preparing their own meals. In his series Food Revolution, Jamie Oliver showed us how we have raised a generation of Americans who can’t recognize a single vegetable or fruit, and don’t know how to cook. A recent meta-analysis in Pediatrics confirmed these results and how taking time for our children, with food and love, saves their health: CONCLUSIONS: Educational and public health initiatives aimed at promoting shared family mealtimes may improve nutritional health of children and adolescents. Clinicians may advise their patients about the benefits of sharing 3 or more family mealtimes per week; benefits include a reduction in the odds for overweight (12%), eating unhealthy foods (20%), and disordered eating (35%) and an increase in the odds for eating healthy foods (24%). I love this article, because it discusses not highlighting the health benefits of food, but using it a means of bonding, community, and social support. Investing in healthy foods in the long run will cut our spending and increase our quality of life. We can take back our children!

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Please contact the author for references used in this articles. Sarah LoBisco, ND is a graduate of the UBCNM in Bridgeport, CT. She is licensed in Vt. and holds a BA in psyHere’s one simple way to help protect our own and children’s chology from SUNY Geneseo. Dr. LoBisco is also a speaker on brain and assist with blood sugar: Why not substitute the yummy integrative medical topics for medical professionals. Dr. flavor of cinnamon to your hot beverage to balance blood sugar, LoBisco has a private integrative medical consulting practice control inflammation, and potentially help your brain? in Ballston Spa, NY where she incorporates Naturopathic, Recent studies have shown inhibition of A‚ plaque formation Functional, and Conventional medicine, along with her trainin vitro and in vivo by compounds from natural sources. ing in essential oils, herbs, whole food supplements, mindbody medicine and psychology to form an integrated approach Cinnamon is widely used by humans, both as a spice and to each individual client. Resources and references and inforas a traditional medicine. It is, perhaps, one of the oldest mation on her clinic can be found at www.dr-lobisco.com and herbal medicines, having been mentioned in the Bible www.saratoga.com/living-well. #63 August—September, 2012 I Healing Springs 31

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Using Standard Time locate your Rising Sign or Ascendant. If your birth time is Daylight Savings Time, subtract one hour. Your actual Rising Sign or Ascendant may differ depending on certain time of birth and dates; however, not to confuse the nonastrologer use the sign indicated for your Forecast. This placement is similar to the transiting planet’s location in your Natal Chart, except for exact degrees, and will correctly indicate your Forecast. For example, if you are a Gemini born at 6:38 P.M., your Ascendant is Capricorn. IT SHOULD BE NOTED: In August, the Full Moon on the 1st occurs at 10:15 Aquarius. Mercury turns Direct on August 8th at 01:26 Leo. The Full Blue Moon at 08:34 Aquarius occurs on the 31st. In September, Pluto turns Direct on 18th at 06:57 Capricorn. The Fall Equinox is on the 22nd and the Full Moon on the 29th is at 07:22 Aries.

ARIES ASCENDANT AUGUST: Self-expression, creativity and loved ones are highlighted for this month. After the Full Moon on the lst, you are able to set new goals and long-term directions. Mercury turns Direct on the 8th and communications become easier with children and love relationships. After the Blue Moon on the 31st you take a break and spend some time being alone and to relax. SEPTEMBER: Services provided for others, work skills and health care are the focus for this month. You improve your body’s care through diet and exercise. Pluto turns Direct on the 18th and you again strive to succeed, but being ruthless can undermine your success. Following the Full Moon on the 29th you make subtle changes in your appearance or style of dress.

TAURUS ASCENDANT AUGUST: Personal matters, one’s family and home are the focus for this month. Following the Full Moon on the lst, you may receive recognition for a job or project well-done. Mercury goes Direct on the 8th asking that you examine your personal life to see 32 Healing Springs I #63 August—September, 2012

if it is meeting your needs. After the Blue Moon on the 31st you get involved with friends and their humanitarian causes. SEPTEMBER: Love relationships, children and creative talents are at the top of the list for this month. You enjoy helping your loved ones with their projects. Pluto goes Direct on the 18th and gradually your understanding and philosophy of life begins to change. After the Full Moon on the 29th you search for spiritual attunement and question hidden aspects of life. Retreats are inviting.

GEMINI ASCENDANT AUGUST: Communications, everyday environment and education are favored for this month. After the Full Moon on the lst, mental pursuits are pursued as you expand your horizons. Mercury turns Direct on the 8th making it a good time for reading, catching up on paperwork and beginning new studies. After the Blue Moon on the 31st you put your best foot forward and succeed. SEPTEMBER: Personal matters, family and home-life are favored for this month. Happy and sentimental times are spent at family gatherings and events. Pluto turns Direct on the 18th and circumstances around jointly held money, property and other resources gradually change. Following the Full Moon on the 29th you rethink your hopes and wishes and set new long-term goals.

CANCER ASCENDANT AUGUST: Values, personal possessions and finances are important for this month. Following the Full Moon on the lst, you are able to resolve old debts and commitments to everyone’s satisfaction. Mercury goes Direct on the 8th and your attention turns to whatever you value in life. After the Blue Moon on the 31st you explore new mental pursuits and expand your perspective. SEPTEMBER: Weekend trips, educational pursuits and communications are the highlights for this month. Workshops and formal classes are inviting. Pluto goes Direct on the 18th and fateful encounters can occur now that have a lasting effect on your life. After the Full Moon on the 29th you become involved with important people and may receive recognition for a project or job well-done.

LEO ASCENDANT AUGUST: Appearance, self-expression and personality are the assets for this month. After the Full Moon on the lst, your relationships improve your understanding of others. Mercury turns Direct on the 8th allowing you to express your point of view to others without being assertive. Following the Blue Moon on the 31st you evaluate your resources and are able to settle old debts. SEPTEMBER: Personal security, possessions and finances are the focus for this month. You examine your budgeting as well as your spending habits. Pluto turns Direct on the 18th and you can take your work too much to heart. This is the time to eliminate bad habits such as poor diet and smoking. Following the Full Moon on the 29th you seek knowledge and may begin formal studies.

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AUGUST: Spirituality, self-reflection and mysticism are explored for this month. Following the Full Moon on the lst, you look for work efficiency as well as physical efficiency. Mercury goes Direct on the 8th and you seek spiritual attunement through meditation, retreats and study. After the Blue Moon on the 31st you work to achieve a balance in your one-to-one relationships.

AUGUST: Shared resources, transformation and psychic sensitivity are the focus for this month. Following the Full Moon on the lst, you evaluate your spending and saving habits and make any needed changes. Mercury goes Direct on the 8th turning your interest toward the paranormal and the psychic. After the Blue Moon on the 31st you attend a workshop or a class.

SEPTEMBER: Renewed energy, self-image and assertiveness are favored for this month. This is your time to express yourself and ‘to shine.’ Pluto goes Direct on the 18th and you can fulfill your creative urges with a new hobby or craft. You might want to write a poem or short health article. After the Full Moon on the 29th you analyze your shared assets and are able to settle old debts.

SEPTEMBER: Philosophical interests, mental pursuits and foreign cultures have your attention for this month. You look for knowledge to expand your perspective on life. Pluto goes Direct on the 18th and you continue the transformation from your outward appearance to your inner feelings. Following the Full Moon on the 29th you find that you are able to settle existing family matters.

LIBRA ASCENDANT AUGUST: Long-term goals, friends and community causes are the highlights for this month. After the Full Moon on the lst, your loved ones and children seek your help with their creative projects. Mercury turns Direct on the 8th and you evaluate your goals and even set some new ones. Following the Blue Moon on the 31st you look at your health habits and add a diet and exercise. SEPTEMBER: Self-understanding, abstract teachings, and the inner child are explored for this month. You expand your interest to include meditation, yoga and karma. Pluto turns Direct on the 18th and you are able to resolve personal and family matters to everyone’s satisfaction. Following the Full Moon on the 29th you gain new understanding about your one-to-one relationships.

SCORPIO ASCENDANT AUGUST: Career, or the equivalent, and aims in life are the focus for this month. Following the Full Moon on the lst, you take part in and enjoy family gatherings and events. Mercury goes Direct on the 8th and you may begin new studies that will further you on your career path or equivalent. After the Blue Moon on the 31st you look for ways to have fun with loved ones. SEPTEMBER: Setting new goals, friends and humanitarian groups are highlighted for this month. You now seek friends with the same interests as yours. Pluto goes Direct on the 18th and you begin to question things that you have always taken for granted. After the Full Moon on the 29th you take on extra responsibilities in work situations and seek ways to increase your proficiency.

SAGITTARIUS ASCENDANT AUGUST: Mental pursuits, foreign cultures and travels are favored for this month. After the Full Moon on the lst, you make subtle changes in your habits and may attend a workshop or begin a new study. Mercury turns Direct on the 8th and you will seek new knowledge and experiences. Following the Blue Moon on the 31st you pay more attention to your personal life. SEPTEMBER: Status, recognition and aims in life are activated for this month. You examine your life’s direction to see if it is fulfilling your needs. Pluto turns Direct on the 18th and you examine your attitude toward money, possessions and true values. Following the Full Moon on the 29th you search for creative projects in which you can involve children and your loved ones.

AQUARIUS ASCENDANT AUGUST: Partnerships, both business and personal and sharing with others are important for this month. After the Full Moon on the lst, you begin to create a new self-image through clothes and hair-color or style. Mercury turns Direct on the 8th enabling you to discuss any issues in your relationships. Following the Blue Moon on the 31st you increase your financial security. SEPTEMBER: Shared resources, psychic awareness and reincarnation are the topics for this month. You explore the paranormal and may enjoy a séance. Pluto turns Direct on the 18th and you begin spiritual or psychic studies. Hidden feelings have to be dealt with at this time. After the Full Moon on the 29th you consciously begin to change how you communicate with others.

PISCES ASCENDANT AUGUST: Services performed, work skills and health care are the focus for this month. Following the Full Moon on the lst, you explore your inner child and spiritual teachings. Mercury goes Direct on the 8th and you improve your body’s care through a new diet or exercise program. After the Blue Moon on the 31st you become more self-assertive and put your needs first. SEPTEMBER: Partnerships, both business and personal and social status are favored for this month. Compromise and learn about yourself through others. Pluto goes Direct on the 18th and you become involved with groups that focus on community and humanitarian causes. Following the Full Moon on the 29th there can be changes in your personal income or your financial dealings. Arlene is an Author, Astrologer and Para-Consultant and has studied and worked with astrology for more than thirty-five years. She has also been a professional astrologer since 1980. Arlene has a Certificate of Merit from Ivy Goldstein-Jacobson (CA 1982) and a Certificate of Proficiency from the Mayo School of Astrology (London 1985). In addition, she holds certifications from the National Spiritualist Association of Churches (19822013) as both a Medium and Healer (Lily Dale, NY). Arlene can be reached at Astrological Concepts, telephone (518) 371-8097 or Visit My Web Site at: http://www.yourstarsite.com #63 August—September, 2012 I Healing Springs 33

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and plan to have fun. One Big Roof, 433 Broadway, suite 302 7:00-8:00 PM $20 or one or $60 for the month. waynewhite@gmail.com, 518-894-0284 3rd Tuesday of the month Round Table Discussion Group “A Way out of the Matrix” 6:30 p.m., 19 Bushnell Avenue (adjacent to Lectorium Rosicrucianum Conference Center), Chatham, NY. Free. 518.392-2799, www.lectoriumrosicrucianum.org, chatham@goldenrosycross.org. Wednesdays Guided Meditation Class for Women. A spiritual practice to honor our divine feminine. This guided meditation class is a way to relax the mind and body to reach deeper states of consciousness where healing, understanding, and wisdom can grow. We will clear the energy field, call in the directions, chant, and use music to prepare for meditating with both our imagination and creativity. 6:30 - 8pm, $10, visit www.beekmanstreetarts.com, aamejo@gmail.com or 518-584-1036 Wednesdays Gentle Kripalu Yoga Classes - 4:005:30pm $15 walk-in Join us for a compassionate blend of warm-ups, sequenced asanas, shavasana, pranayama, and meditation designed to pacify the “Vata” energy through a well rounded yoga practice that is relaxing yet energizing for all levels of practitioners. Beginners are welcome. It’s gentle for every body. www.yogamandali.com

Angelically Guided Energy Healing Classes in the Northeast! Do you want to be who your soul wants you to be, and help others do the same? You can learn to channel Divine healing; it is a teachable, learnable skill, not a gift. Healers and serious spiritual seekers can learn the Lightworkers Healing Method (LHM) an Angelically guided energy healing system with an exceptional goal: to align us with our soul’s life plan. LHM applies to any arena of life: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, financial, or interpersonal. Nothing is off limits. Level 1: The Foundation, Sept 8-9, Level 2: Letting Go of the Past, Oct 6-7, Greater Boston Area, Level 1 & 2: Combined Workshop Retreat, Jan 27 - Feb 1, Kripalu Center in the Berkshires. For information/registration visit: www.lightworkersmethod.com Speaking Engagements, Dr. Ronald Stram, founder of The Stram Center for Integrative Medicine in Delmar, NY offers a wide variety of talks, such as Lyme Disease, IV therapies, Mistletoe therapy in the treatment of cancer, etc. Please contact the Center to schedule a talk or find already scheduled go to www.stramcenter.com Mondays Gentle Kripalu Yoga Classes - 4:005:30 pm, $15 walk-in Join us for a compassionate blend of warm-ups, sequenced asanas, shavasana, pranayama, and meditation designed to pacify the “Vata” energy through a well rounded yoga practice that is relaxing yet energizing for all levels of practitioners. Beginners are welAugust 1-7 come. It’s gentle for every body. To celebrate World Breastfeeding www.yogamandali.com West African Djembe Lessons, This Week, August 1-7, attend The Big Latch class is intended for all levels of drum- On 2012. This is a FREE event with locamers. Though the lessons will move at a tions across the world to establish a new more beginner pace. We will cover a lot of world record for the most babies/children music, therefore recording is suggested. breastfeeding simultaneously (10:30 Prepare to break a sweat as we explore 10:31am). A local event: The Second these explosive sounds, so bring a drum Annual Adirondack’s BLO will be held at 34 Healing Springs I #63 August—September, 2012

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The World Awareness Children’s Museum, 89 Warren Street, Glens Falls, Saturday, August 4th from 10:00am 11:00am. Hosted by: Love You 4Ever Doula Services Breastfeeding Mama’s and families are invited to gather to take part in this synchronized breastfeeding event! RSVP: Bridget Epiphanie 518-7964558 or loveyou4ever.be@gmail.com. Facebook: Adirondack's Big Latch On & FB Event: Second Annual Adirondack's Big Latch On Sunday, August 12 Writing Your Way to Self Discovery, 1:00-4:00 pm; Use the power of journal writing to discover your true self and deepest desires. Attend one or both sessions. For more information contact Lynn at journalforyou@verizon.net. Tuesday, September 18 Integrative Medicine for the Holistically Minded Patient—A program that takes an inclusive look at healthcare, looking at a medical model that is a collaborative and integration between the best of modern and ancient wisdom. With presenter Naturopathic physician Dr. Sarah LoBisco. 6:30 pm, Saratoga Springs Public Library, Free. Sponsored by Saratoga Integrative Medicine Education Network, or SIMEN. 518-210-1557. Tuesday August 21 Equine Light Therapy presentation 10 am- 1 PM and 7- 10 PM. They preregister with me and it is free at the 4H Center on Middle Line Rd Ballston Spa. I will be there doing human light sessions too. He needs a horse to demo on, is your horse close and does it interest you? Look on YouTube under Equine Body Balance to see Dan Sumeral. 518-268-9542, knotdr@juno.com Saturday, August 25 Intuitive Painting Workshop. At SoulSpace, 120 Ray Road, Greenwich, NY, 10am-4pm, led by Carol Bollinger Green. Explore creative expression. Have fun with vibrant tempera color on paper. Discover your unique imagery. Share process with small group. No experience necessary. Open-sided barn. Labyrinth. $65 for adults, $55 if returning, includes materials, beverages, snacks. Bring lunch. Visit www.soulspaceretreat.com. Information/Registration: 518-692-7124

SEPTEMBER Path of the Healer Apprenticeship: Cultivating Consciousness, Moving Mountains, A 9 month (one weekend/month, Sept-June 2012-2013) apprenticeship perfect for practicing healers or those who wish to develop their healing skills. Sirius Education Center , MA More at http://www.pathofthehealer.com Saturday, September 8 Introduction to the Chakras, Join Nini Gridley for this lively informative workshop detailing the seven major energy centers as a path for healing and transformation. Learn how the Rainbow Bridge connecting earth and sky is present in each of us creating our daily experience, our health and our manifestation of the divine. All are welcome. Yoga Mandali 2:00-4:00 PM, $20 pre-paid $25 at the door, 454 Broadway, 2nd floor, Saratoga Call 518-573-0571 for more details Sunday, September 9 Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra All you need to do is lie down and listen to receive the immense benefits and deep nourishing rest that will be provided by this ancient practice. Yoga Nidra is accessible to anyone. Yoga experience is not necessary. You can passively relax, renew and restore as you are skillfully lead to discover your heart’s true longing

(“sankalpa”) and embody it in lasting and meaningful ways. Yoga Mandali 4:006:00pm, $20 pre-paid $25 at the door, 454 Broadway, 2nd floor, Saratoga Call 518573-0571 for more details Friday, September 14 Light Therapy Presentation, with Lynn Allison, DC. free to all and receive a free light session. Light therapy is the new non drug healing tool. Come here about the science behind it. 518-268-9542, knotdr@juno.com Saturday, September 15 Intuitive Painting Workshop, SoulSpace, Greenwich, NY, 10am-4pm, led by Carol Bollinger Green. Please see August 25. Awaken Into Divine Light, a new era of Consciousness in 2012 with International Spiritual Leader, Teacher, and Conduit for Healing Mirabai Devi. 4-7:30PM, $125, Yoga Mandali, 454 Broadway, Saratoga Springs For registration, please contact: SaratogaSatsang@yahoo.com or (703) 599-9566, www.mirabaidevi.org Sunday, September 16 Writing Your Way to Self Discovery, 1:00-4:00 pm; Use the power of journal writing to discover your true self and deepest desires. Attend one or both sessions. For more information contact Lynn at journalforyou@verizon.net. September 21-23 Autumn Equinox Retreat On Lake George @ Wiawaka Womens Holiday

DIRECTORY PRACTITIONERS of

ACUPUNCTURE Michael Wayne, Saratoga Springs 518-210-1557 and Latham 518-782-0723 Diane MacDonnell, 518-745-5889

Glens

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Jessica Davis, MD. Stillwater, NY. drjess@jessicadavismd.com, (518) 6646116. www.jessicadavismd.com.

The Acupuncture Studio, Glens Falls, 518-615-0505

House, call Carol 518 312-8791 or visit: www.womenshealthandhealing.com September 21-22 Women’s Dreamtime Gathering: “Dreaming Our Compassionate Spirit.”, 6:30 pm-11:00 am, 1st United Presbyterian, 1915 5th Ave. Troy, NY. $90 early registration; after Aug. 31, $115. Facilitated by Jae Way, Holistic Life Coach. More info at oneselfcares.com or call Jae at 518-462-0017. Saturday, September 22 Autumnal Equinox Celebration, with Lin Murphy and friends, 4pm fire ceremony followed by a potluck (Bring a dish) Still Point retreat enter for directions, go to www.stillpointretreatcenter.com. Open to All, families welcome. Donation to Still Point September 29-30 Saratoga Native American Festival, at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center, Traditional Dancing, Storytelling & Music,Traditional Native Foods, Native Arts, Crafts, Jewlery. See www.saratoganativefestival.com for other information or call (518) 583-1440.

SAVE THE DATE October, 18 Light Therapy Talk, 7pm in Schenectady, location tbd by Lynn Allison DC, 518-268-9542, knotdr@juno.com

Susan Hamlin, The Saratoga Animal Whisperer Animal Communication, 518-245-8010, www.animal-whisper.com Kristina Dallas, DVM. Ancient Arts Veterinary Acupuncture. Saratoga Springs, NY. 727-2940. Holistic care for pets. House calls. AROMATHERAPY Jill Stewart, Cert. aromatherapist, full line of human and animal aromatherapy products, single essential oils and custom blends Gift baskets and party favors available 518-339-4348, Jillstwrt@yahoo.com, www.privatelabel-aromatherapy.com

ANIMAL CARE Jill Stewart, Equine Sports Massage Therapist and Canine Massage Therapist, Andrée Fucci, Holistic Aromatherapist, Certified Aromatherapist 518-339-4348, Classes, Consultations, Reiki, Young Jillstwrt@yahoo.com Living Aromatherapy products, 518-587www.Privatelabel-aromatherapy.com 7680, essence2essence@yahoo.com #63 August—September, 2012 I Healing Springs 35

ASTROLOGY Arlene DeAngelus, ADeAngelus@aol.com

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BACH FLOWER ESSENCES Nini Gridley, MS Ed, BFRP, Consultations by appointment, in person or over the phone. 518-573-0571 or fullspectrumhealing@gmail.com BODY-MIND CENTERING® Toni Smith, MFA,518-629-0034, tsmith818@nycap.rr.com BOWEN THERAPY William Bassett, 518-874-5125, www.NaturalLifeHealing.com CAREER COUNSELING Penny Loretto, 518-798-6057, career@careerchoic.com, www.careerchoic.com CENTERS The Stram Center for Integrative Medicine, Delmar 518-689-2244. www.stramcenter.com Still Point Interfaith Retreat Center, www.stillpointretreatcenter.com, 518-587-4967 Anandhaya Spiritualist Center, 27 2nd St, Troy NY (518) 307-2715 Kawing Crow Awareness Center, 518-893-2620, www.kawingcrow.com New Thought New York, classes and workshops, 518-384-0942, www.newthoughtnewyork.org CHIROPRACTORS Delmar Chiropractic, Delmar, 518-439-7644 Dr. Lynn Allison, Saratoga Springs, 518-268-9542, knotdr@juno.com COACHES Donna Bird Counseling and Coaching, Saratoga and Albany www.donnabird.com 518-584-0698. healing@nycap.rr.com. Specializing in the mind-body approach to wellness. Hypnosis; Interactive Imagery, Wave Work used as complimentary mediums to change and personal growth. Produces CDs for healing and weight loss.

http://TheFordInstitute.com/CateLaBarre http://CateLaBarreCoach.com catelabarre@gmail.com 518-882-9880 Dragonfly Coaching Services Lynn Browne CPC, RMT Transform your life on your own terms! www.dragonflycoachingservices.com 518-428-6287 Barbra Gilman 518-623-3045, Ballston Spa, BarbraGilman.com barbraspks@aol.com, What would it BE like to function from total awarenss? Joelle Lydon, 518-727-5458, joelle@joellelydon.com, www.joellelydon.com Lin Murphy, MA. CPCC, Life Coach, www.LinMurphy.com, 269-3333 Anne Gregson, 518-532-0275, 321-6203, AnneGregson@gmail.com, www.AnneGregson.com Lisa Bruchac, 518-588-4588, www.findyourtrueessence.com COUNSELING Avis Burnett, Clifton Park, 518-371-0579 Sandra Marnell, 518-875-6050, marnellsandra@yahoo.com CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY Margery Chessare, LMT, BCST, Sessions and classes in the Saratoga area, 518-893-0421, ChessareMargery@gmail.com Linda Thompson, 518-885-3707, www.holistichealingartssaratoga.com Dr. Lynn Allison, Saratoga Springs, 518-268-9542, knotdr@juno.com Sue Coughtry, LMT, www.suecoughtryLMT.com, Delmar, 518-689-2244, www.stramcenter.com Wendy Wood Ordway, OTR,CST The Body’s Rhythm-Feneex Center, 30 Beekman St. Saratoga Springs 518-5884466, wendyordway@gmail.com Mana Behan, One Roof, Saratoga Springs, 518-581-3180 DENTISTS Dr. Richard Aulicino, Lake George 518-668-9888, www.lookingoodnewsmile.com

Cate LaBarre, Personal and group EMBODIED YOGA coaching by phone and teleconference. Anna Witt, annafwitt@aol.com, Workshops in Saratoga Region. 518-256-9628 36 Healing Springs I #63 August—September, 2012

ENERGY BALANCING Jack Treiber, 518-225-4692 Energy4HH@Yahoo.com, www.saratogaintegrativepractitioners.com/treiber.php www. energyforhealthandhealing.com, energyforhealthandhealing.com Nina Lockwood, Healing Touch and Integrative Energy Medicine, 518-7915120, nina.lockwood@gmail.com. Barbra Gilman 518-623-3045, Access Consciousness, Balston Spa, BarbraGilman.com barbraspks@aol.com ENERGY MEDICINE Sandra Marnell, 518-875-6050, marnellsandra@yahoo.com EQUINE-FACILITATED EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING Bari J. Bannister, Corinth, 518-6542398, www.windhorsewisdom.com FARMS Eight Mile Creek Farm, Westerlo, www.EightMileCreekFarm.com, eightmilecreekfarm@gmail.com, 518-649-0950 FENG SHUI Brenda Cary Jenks, Hudson Falls 518-321-5940, www.fengshuibcj.com HEALING TOUCH Nina Lockwood, Certified Healing Touch Practitioner/Instructor, 518-7915120, nina.lockwood@gmail.com Sandra Marnell, 518-875-6050, marnellsandra@yahoo.com HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE The Stram Center for Integrative Medicine, Jennifer Enos, NP, Jane Schantz, FNP and Jennifer Baker-Porazinski, MD. MVP & Empire Plan. Delmar, www.stramcenter.com., 518-689-2244. Jessica Davis, MD. Stillwater, NY. drjess@jessicadavismd.com, (518) 6646116. www.jessicadavismd.com, HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINE Larry Malerba, DO, DHt, Guilderland, NY. 518-357-4210 Jerome Pindell, Clifton Park, 518-3745492, www.jeromepindell.com HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS Private Label Aromatherapy and Animal Massage, Products that combine

Science and Wisdom. 16 lines of products from Newbrite Household products, Supplements, Aromatherapy and Personal care products. 518-339-4348, jillstwrt@yahoo.com or Dolly Turpin, dolly@nycap.rr.com 518-441-6450

Healing Path Massage, Schenectady, 518-374-8654, www.healingpathmassage.com

NUTRITION The Natural Health Improvement Center, Glens Falls, 518-745-7473

Sue Coughtry, LMT, Delmar, www.suecoughtryLMT.com, 518-689-2244, www.stramcenter.com

HYPNOTISM Donna Bird Holistic Hypnosis, Saratoga and Albany NY. 518-584-0698. healing@nycap.rr.com. Specializing in the mind-body approach to wellness. Hypnosis and other modalities used to improve adult’s and children's lives. Groups and individual sessions for help with eating issues, anxiety and depression. Produces and sells Hypnosis CDs for health, weight issues and personal growth, www.donnabird.com

The Lemon Tree Yoga and Healing Arts Studio, Glens Falls, www.lemontreeyoga.com, lemontreeyoga@yahoo.com, 518-301-3291, 301-3293

BodyMind Fitness 518-752-6198, www.YourBodyMindCoach.com, www.TSimonJuicePlus.com, Toni@YourBodyMindCoach.com

George Guarino CH, offices in Delmar and Clifton Park, 518-256-6549 www.HypnosisWorksWell.com, george@HypnosisWorksWell.com BodyMind Fitness 518-752-6198, www.YourBodyMindCoach.com, www.TSimonJuicePlus.com, Toni@YourBodyMindCoach.com Barbra Stevens, 518-755-5053 INTEGRATIVE CANCER CARE THERAPY Center for Integrative Health and Healing, For chronic illness and fatigue. Delmar, 518-689-2244 INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE North Country Holistic Care Center, Glens Falls, 518-745-5889 Ann Carey Tobin MD, Delmar, 518-506-6303, atobin@pol.net Ronald Stram, MD, The Stram Center for Integrative Medicine, Delmar 518-689-2244 LIGHT THERAPY Dr. Lynn Allison, Saratoga Springs, 518-268-9542, knotdr@juno.com Healing Path Massage, Schenectady, 518-374-8654, www.healingpathmassage.com LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE MASSAGE Sue Coughtry, LMT, www.suecoughtryLMT.com, Delmar, 518-689-2244, www.stramcenter.com. MASSAGE THERAPY Linda Thompson, 518-885-3707, www.holistichealingartssaratoga.com

A Peaceful Place, Clifton Park, 518-371-2225, www.peacefulplace.com Healing Spirit Massage, Saratoga Springs, healingspiritmassage@ymail.com, 518-580-0988 Lauren Bennett, Saratoga, 518-306-8565 MATRIX ENERGETICS Rowena Fay, Still Point Interfaith Retreat Center, www.stillpointretreatcenter.com, 518-587-4967 stillpt423@aol.com MEDITATION Shambhala Meditation Center of Albany, shambhala_albany@yahoo.com, www.albany.shambhala.org, 518-729-4055 The Awakened Heart School, 26 1st St., Albany, www.awakenedheartschool.com, Awakenedheart101@aol.com, 518-432-0849 MYOFASCIAL RELEASE M’elle Pirri Lee, RPT, 52 Beekman St, Saratoga Springs, 518-225-1440, melle@adirondackmyofascialrelease.com NATURAL FOOD STORES Four Seasons Natural Foods Store & Cafe, Saratoga, 518-584-4670, wwwFourSeasonsNaturalFoods.com Pure-N-Simple, GlensFalls, 518-798-4047

Saratoga Nutrition, Mary Beth McCue, 518-257-6530, www.saratoganutrtion.com ORGANIC HAIR TREATMENT Paula Genovesi, 518-361-5629 ORGANIZATIONS Saratoga Integrative Practitioners Network (SIPN), www.saratogaintegrativepractitioners.com PHARMACY Fallon Pharmacy, Latham, Saratoga, 518-220-2005, www.fallonpharmacy.com PHOTOGRAPHY Trisha Millier Photography, Vivid, artistic, and elegant images with a timeless quality. Specializing in natural light photography, location portraiture, and weddings. Available for booking in New York, New England & Worldwide. www.TrishaMillier.com Info@TrishaMillier.com 518.683.4999 PHYSICAL THERAPY Integrative Physical Therapy, 518-373-0735, www.inspiredtherapy.com PILATES Reform, Saratoga Springs, 518-871-1315 The Pilates Studio, 518-852-1429, www.ThePilatesStudio-bspa.com, ThePilatesStudio@hotmail.com

PSYCHOTHERAPY Donna Bird Holistic Counseling, Coaching NATUROPATHY Doug Lavergne, ND, LAc, Glenville, and Hypnosis, Certified in a blend of modalities used to help adults and children make pro518-399-3838 found changes in their lives. Specializing in Sarah A. LoBisco, ND, Ballston Spa, Life and Biz coaching, managing anxiety, 518-339-4788, nd@dr-lobisco.com, depression, addictions, eating disorders and www.dr-lobisco.com trauma. Groups and individual sessions. Produces Hypnosis and Guided Imagery CDs Korey DiRoma, ND, The Stram Center for Health and Wellness available at webstore, for Integrative Medicine, Delmar, Borders & Donna’s offices in Saratoga & www.stramcenter.com,. 518-689-2244 Albany. 518-584-0698, www.donnabird.com, Joanne Halloran, ND, Saratoga Healing healing@nycap.rr.com. Arts, 518-369-7080, www.doctorjoanne.com con’t on page 38 #63 August—September, 2012 I Healing Springs 37

PSYCHOTHERAPY / CON’T Wendy Ball LMHC, certified in EMDR and Hakomi therapies, specialize in trauma related disorders, couples counseling and life transition coaching. Albany office. 518813-8524. www.wendyballcounseling.com

Living Recovery, 12 Step gifts, Latham, 518-785-5258

Bari J. Bannister, North Country Counseling & Retreat, Corinth and Schenectady, NY, 518-654-2398, www.northcountrycounseling.com, barijb@gmail.com

For Earth’s Sake, Saratoga, 518-3066605, www.ForEarthsSake.com

Ann M. Diller, Saratoga, 518-587-5724 Sybil Stock, Slingerlands, 518-439-6003 REIKI Linda Thompson, 518-885-3707, www.holistichealingartssaratoga.com Joyce Willson RN, RMT, The Art of Reiki, Troy, 518-271-7802, www.theartofreiki.com Joan M Frederick Classes/Treatments 518-829-7400, ProvidenceReiki.com Sarah Root, Karuna/Usui Reiki Classes & Treatments, 607-353-9833 www.RadiantAlignment.com. Penelope Jewell Reiki classes and sessions www.ReikiWorks.info, www.penelope.org 518-480-9118 Sue Coughtry, LMT, www.suecoughtryLMT.com, Delmar, 518-689-2244, wwwstramcenter.com Healing Spirit Massage, Saratoga Springs, healingspiritmassage@ymail.com, 518-580-0988 James and Janet Orzano, Reiki Masters since 1993. Reiki Sessions/ClassesSaratoga Springs. SacredSourceReiki.com Beth Bidwell, 518-796-9578, www.areikiexperience.com, beth@areikiexperience.com

Chatham Makes Scents, Chatham, 518-392-9922, www.ChathamMakesScents.com Magic Moon, Saratoga, 518-583-2488

Green Conscience Home & Garden, Saratoga, www.green-conscience.com, 518-306-5196 RISING STAR HEALING Sarah Root, RSP. Rising Star energy clears blockages on all levels, promotes clarity, awareness, growth. In person or distant sessions equally powerful. Transform your life! Sarah@RadiantAlignment.com, www.RadiantAlignment.com, 607-353-9833 ROLF STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION Nick Pavoldi, 518.389.2200, BodyworkProfessionals@gmail.com SMOKING CESSATION Toni Simon, Saratoga, www.YourBodyMindCoach.com tsimonfitplus@yahoo.com,518-752-6198 SPACE FOR RENT Beekman Artists Studios, 79 Beekman St. Saratoga Springs aamejo@gmail.com, www.beekmanstreetarts.com Harmony Building, Troy, 518-928-9897, HarmonyBuildingInTroy@gmail.com SPIRITUAL SCHOOL School of the Golden Rosycross, a gnostic spiritual school for our time. Lectorium Rosicrucianum Conference Center, 21 Bushnell Avenue, Chatham, 518.392-2799, www.lectoriumrosicrucianum.org, chatham@goldenrosycross.org

Delmar,

The Awakened Heart School, 26 1st St., Albany, www.awakenedheartschool.com, Awakenedheart101@aol.com, 518-432-0849

Avalon Moon, Delhi, 607-746-7389, reps@avalonmoon.com

TAI CHI The Tai Chi Center, Saratoga Springs, 518-583-9315, www.the-taichi-center.com

RETAIL Peaceful Inspirations, 518-439-7039

The Lemon Tree Yoga and Healing Arts Studio, Glens Falls, www.lemontreeyoga.com, lemontreeyoga@yahoo.com, 518-301-3291, 301-3293 Asian Arts Tai Chi Center, Albany, 518-489-1458, info@AsianArtsGrp.com, www.AsianArtsGrp.com TREE SERVICE Foothills Tree Service, Practicing sustainable tree managment, 518-893-2620, www.kawingcrow.com WEIGHT LOSS Toni Simon, Healthy Weight Loss in 8 weeks! Saratoga Healing Arts, Saratoga, www.YourBodyMindCoach.com tsimonfitplus@yahoo.com,518-752-6198 WEBSITE DESIGN Monica Ward, Webpageantry, www.webpageantry.com, WELLNESS CENTERS The Stram Center for Integrative Medicine, Delmar 518-689-2244. www.stramcenter.com A Peaceful Place, Clifton Park, 518-371-2225, www.peacefulplace.com Healing Path Massage, Schenectady, 518374-8654, www.healingpathmassage.com Solutions for Healing and Renewal, Clifton Park, 518-383-8311, www.solutionsforhealingandrenewal.com True North, Glens Falls, 518-798-9187, www.truenorthat499 glen.com, YOGA Yoga in the Adirondacks, 518-2513015, www.yogaintheadirondacks.com LemonTree Yoga, Glens www.lemontreeyoga.com, 518-301-3291, 301-3293

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Yoga Mandali, Saratoga, 518-316-1308, www.yogasaratoga.com True North Yoga, Schroon Lake, 518-8107871, www.TrueNorthYogaOnline.com The Yoga Lily, Clifton Park, www.theyogalily.com

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Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Retreat for Survivors & Patients at Peaceful Acres Horses Peaceful Acres Horses, Inc. is pleased to offer a Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Retreat for Survivors and Patients. These retreats are free of charge and will include an opportunity to “A Sanctuary for experience …

Peaceful Acres Horses, Inc

People & Horses”

• Equine Guided Healing – A Journey with Horses • Art Expression Therapy • Meditation Sessions • Healing at the Quantum Level • Special Guest Speakers (see website for more info) • Drumming … and so much more …

2012 Retreat Dates: August 10-12 September 7-9 This Susan G. Komen sponsored retreat is limited to 12 participants each weekend. Retreats include vegetarian fare served for breakfast, lunch, dinner on Saturday and breakfast and lunch on Sunday. Check out our retreat practitioners on website

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