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TODD’S SUCCESS STORY My name is Todd Patterson. I had Gulf War Syndrome and was plagued with many symptoms. I had no energy, was pale and swollen, and in terrible pain. I had often considered ending my life because the pain was unbearable. Janet and I have been friends for a while. She had been trying to get me to Reno for quite some time to detox my body. Finally convinced, I arrived at the Circle of Life Spa for my first of many wraps, sauna sessions, and massages. I had some difficult and emotional periods as my body detoxed. Janet worked on changing my diet to encourage an alkaline environment which promotes health and healing. Janet and Carla were right there supporting me through it all. After 2 weeks, the 3 of us stood in the foyer of the spa hugging and crying as I prepared to go home, a healthy man. I never thought I would be pain free, yet here I stood feeling amazing. My swelling was gone and I looked vibrant because I had color and energy. Most importantly, I no longer felt pain. I was a vision of health that none of us had seen in quite a while. Today, my wife and I are adopting a baby girl from China. I can be the father I want to be because I am healthy. I thank Janet and Carla for giving so much of themselves to help me heal.

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PUBLISHERletter To our Readers,

Ahhh, at last June is upon us... the wedding month, graduation, Father’s Day, summer solstice…National celebrations include roses and rivers, suitable for Reno, too! It’s safe to plant our tomatoes! Locally, we are tending to our summer gardens or thinking about Farmer’s markets. Or perhaps both! Healthy Beginnings is right in step: we are forging new relationships, and broadening our community connections and coverage; the magazine is growing and flowering as never before! We have increased our circulation to 20,000/month and are continuing to expand our distribution, an ongoing process. Two new columns are unfolding for your reading and educational fun: the first by Hans Frischeisen, the Healthy Adventurer of Reno, who owns a local health center and travels the world on his bicycle! The second is by Dr. Taylor Donovan, chiropractor about town, who writes about the fascination of being alive and healthy in Northern Nevada/Lake Tahoe. Be sure to watch for new and expanding departments, and more community events than ever. Marvelous things are happening in June -- and every month of the year! Until next month, Best in Health and Happiness!

Dawn M. Gowery Publisher / Founder Carole Bucher Content Editor Healthy Beginnings

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ealthy Beginnings’ mission is to provide resources and information on the straight facts and latest trends regarding Alternative Medicine, Nutrition, Fitness, Green Living, Sustainability and the products and services that support Natural and Holistic health. Timely Information Each month Healthy Beginnings' advertisers and writers provide the tools you need to aid your personal path to well-being. We feature articles by national authors as well as from local leaders in the natural health field. Additionally, we bring you news and events that are happening in our community – and around the globe. To advertise in Healthy Beginnings, simply call 775-828-4547 or Email advertising@HBMag.com. To review a Media Kit visit www.HBMag.com

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Our Cover Written by Carole Bucher The yellow rose stands for friendship and caring. Throughout history the rose has been as a symbol of romantic love and marriage, explaining perhaps, why June is national rose month. The Romans used roses at weddings and funerals, and they scattered rose petals at banquets to prevent drunkenness. Persian Warriors are said to have adorned their shields with red roses. The rose was the symbol of many armies in medieval times. The rose has also long been used as part of meditation rituals for the monks. Rose hips are sometimes eaten, mostly for their vitamin C content. They are pressed and filtered to make rose-hip syrup, as the fine hairs surrounding the seeds are unpleasant to eat. They can also be used to make herbal tea, jam, jelly or pie filling. In aromatherapy roses are often used for the skin; rose essential oil is good for all skin conditions, especially mature or sensitive skins. Roses are said to have a calming effect for grief, resentment, anger and depression. Rose essential oil has a sedative effect, which aids in times of shock and bereavement, being used to ease nervous tension and stress, and to lift the heart. To most of us, the rose is a symbol of freshness and health, beauty and peace.

NEWSbriefs New non-invasive scans help diagnose heart Art Beneath Our Feet at Wildflower Village During the months of June and July you can create your own disease earlier at Barton Memorial Hospital mosaic work of art to be part of the permanent walkways and Outside of Barton, the nearest healthcare facility to offer this heart scan technology is in Sacramento. In Nevada, it is located in Las Vegas. By using this new state-of-the-art 64-slice Computed Tomography (CT) scanner at Barton Memorial Hospital, you can now find out in advance if you have the same heart disease that claimed the lives of one of your parents and grandparents. Barton’s new Brilliance CT scanner features advanced technology that produces split-second high quality images, permitting doctors to see more anatomical detail in a fraction of the time needed for other tests This type of early detection test, which takes less than 10 seconds will help doctors recommend the most effective treatments and lifestyle changes to reduce risk and save lives. For more information: Denise Sloan Smart, Communications Coordinator, Barton HealthCare System (530) 543-5617

driveways at Wildflower Village. An Homage to Jean Cocteau - Mosaics in the mode of French and Italian Village. This First Annual Mosaic Event will be an homage to the mosaic works of Jean Cocteau. In the French Village of Menton on the Italian border. We are seeking artists and amateurs with diverse talent; from sculptors, painters, graphic designers, textile artists to jewelry artists. Wildflower Village will furnish the tools and materials for artists to make one or more 3’x3’ individual sections of river rock and concrete of their own themes. Entry fee is $20; special discounts for groups and families. The event will be judged and awards presented to three winners on July 21st at 6pm. Prizes will be Certificates for Art or Classes from Wildflower Village; 1st $1,000.00, 2nd $500.00, 3rd $200.00. Please contact Pat Campbell-Cozzi or Patty Melton for housing information and application packages. Email: patcampbellassoc@sbcglobal.net: Pat 775 827-5250 or Patty 775 250-4568.

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NEWSbriefs Kerry White Personal Training/Pilates has Get to Know Your Neighbor Day Saturday, moved to a new location June 23 : Sierra Lakeside Professional Offices; at the corner of Moana and Lakeside. She would like to remind everyone that Pilates is a great way to get/stay fit and flexible. With personal attention paid to proper form, she can help you develop that strong core you need to do everything better. She is offering free introductory Pilates reformer sessions at her new studio. If you’re looking for the personal touch, please give her a call @771-7589 to set an appt. with her.

New Certification for Health & Well-Being with Life Enhancement Hypnotherapy Virginia Parsons, President of Life Enhancement Services, LLC, just completed 50 hours of advanced education through The America Council of Hypnotist Examiners. Topics included “Healing Addictions with NLP”; “Being Ageless –Using Hypnosis for Lifelong Health”; “Hypnoanaesthesia and Pain Control”; “Hypnosis and Weight Loss”; “Medical Hypnotherapy” and “Transforming Therapy.” For information, contact: Virginia Parsons, MS, CCHT, CTLC www.VirginiaParsons.com (775) 850-5823

Going “Green,” the Next Step Input from citizens participating in the City of Reno’s “Green Summit” will help shape “Green Priority Action Plan.” The Reno City Council accepted a Detailed Summary Report of the Green Summit and approved objectives derived from citizen input: 1) Provide public education programs on sustainability practices for public officials, staff, residents & businesses. 2) Provide leadership and encourage the design of new buildings to meet energy conservation & environmental standards. 3) Create pedestrian and bicycle-friendly developments. 4) Reduce harmful impacts on the environment which result from the City’s purchasing program. 5) Expand opportunities for residents and businesses to recycle. 6) Expand opportunities to recycle in City facilities. 7) Reduce vehicle trips generated by employees driving to work. 8) Reduce consumption in City practices. (For example, turning of lights, 2-sided copies) 9) Encourage methods of transportation that reduce impacts on the environment. For details, see article on the Reno Green Summit, page 11 of Healthy Beginnings Magazine. Terri Hendry, Senior Communications Specialist. www.cityofreno.com

Washoe County Trail Building Volunteer Days A Washoe County Regional Parks & Open Space Project. Please join us! Fun for the whole family! Meet new folks and enjoy the wonderful Reno area. Tools are provided. Please wear sturdy shoes, gloves, hats and sun block!! June 9, 10 & 24: Browns Creek: meet at the Brown’s creek trail parking area east off of Joy Lake Road at 8:30am. Please call (775) 527-1684 for more information.

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The City of Reno is a sponsor of Get to Know Your Neighbor Day and encourages residents to participate in the 2nd annual event on Saturday, June 23. Please consider doing a gathering in your neighborhood, whether a potluck, BBQ, block party, or just go out and say hello to your neighbors. Each of us can make a contribution to a better world by starting right on the

Tickets are available for dinner and a concert with our favorite Celtic rock band, Tempest. Saturday June 9th at Fitzpatrick Winery. $35 gets one of 100 seats at a wood-fired oven dinner followed by two sets of music with a dessert intermission. Drinks are a la carte. Call us at 800-245-9166 or 530-620- 3248 to reserve your tickets now. www.fitzpatrickwintery.com

The Great Basin Food Basket, June-Oct 2007 Introducing an 18-wk subscription program that brings you weekly produce, fruit and flowers from local, certified organic farmers, beginning June 5th and continuing through October 4th, 2007. Our regional farmers are committed to serving your family, using the highest sustainable practices and cooperative work. This food has NOT traveled thousand miles, NOR been refrigerated prior to consumption. Once the farmers plant for you, you are committed to support them for the entire season. This system provides you with the best quality, freshest food and gives fair compensation to our family farms, a way of life on the verge of extinction. We appreciate your joining this grass-roots effort to link local organic farms to your table, in the most efficient way: Community Supported Agriculture. Pick up sites are located around Reno, Sparks, Carson, Fallon, Gardnerville & Tahoe City. Email: greatbasinbasket@yahoo.com to register

State Homeopathic Medical Examiners Board Adds 2 Board Members The State of Nevada Board of Homeopathic Medical Examiners (BHME) recently welcomed two new board members appointed by Governor Jim Gibbons. Dr. Cyrus Pourzan, MD, HMD and Leticia Gardea are the new board members. Dr. Pourzan, is a licensed allopathic doctor and homeopathic doctor and practices out of his offices in Incline Village, NV. Ms. Gardea is Executive Director for the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals Foundation (NVAHREP) based in Las Vegas, NV. Both members received their oath of office at recent board meetings held in Reno. The State Board of Homeopathic Medical Examiners was created to regulate the practice of homeopathic medicine in Nevada and any activities that are within the scope of such practice, to protect the public health and safety and the general welfare of the people of this state. Contact: Nancy Eklof, Executive Director 775-324-3353, or email nvhomeopathicboard@sbcglobal.net

The Healthy Adventurer Would riding a bicycle in lieu of driving a car be a wholesome response to the threat of global warming? I strongly believe so. But who am I and why should you care? Allow me to introduce myself -- I’m Hans Frischeisen, Reno resident, age 66, and I practice what I preach. I have just completed the first segment of my third bike ride around the world. Yes, my third! In a series of forthcoming columns in Healthy Beginnings, I will share my adventures with you, especially the ones that relate to health, stamina, ecology, economy, education and the pure enjoyment of living! Oh, one other note -- I haven’t been sick since 1972. I am also an artist. My art is the mastery of traveling with less then 10 lbs of total luggage, on very long bike trips to very remote places. And imagine this -- my 10 lbs includes 3 days worth of food reserves. I’ll tell you some of my secrets in future columns, too. A short history: I was born in Germany and was educated there in the field of naturopathy. I immigrated to the US in 1963, began with IBM in 1966 as a sales representative in Anchorage, AK; transferred to IBM Las Vegas in 1973; to IBM Reno in 1978, and retired in 1990 in Reno.

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Then began the first of my non-motorized travel adventures, including kayak trips from central Canada to the Arctic Ocean; through a Polish lake district, around the islands of Oahu and Grand Cayman; along the coast of Yucatan, Belize and Baja California. I hiked over 2,000 miles of the 2,600 miles long Pacific Crest Trail. Incredible things happened…and you can read about them here, too! I am passionately interested in natural health and have worked in the field non-stop since I left IBM. In 1990, I founded the Everlasting Health and Professional Center for natural healing, with 17 therapists and consultants. It is located at 1515 S. Virginia in Reno, and its primary treatment modality is Ayurveda, the oldest known method of healing, worldwide. In 1999, I began a non-profit corporation to explore the creation of a European-style natural health community in Truckee Meadows. The Nevada Health Forum, part of that endeavor, is in its 11th year, and has sponsored several well-known keynote speakers, e.g., Wayne Dyer, Patch Adams and Deepak Chopra. I also started the Organic Odyssey, Reno’s only organic, vegetarian restaurant at the time, and assisted my wife Lois in development of the Nevada Health Alliance, a quarterly natural health publication. So, enough of my history… I hope you will stay tuned for my first adventure installment, and be inspired to have healthy adventures of your own! Peace, joy and health! -Hans

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3 Jewels Of The East …The ancient roots of massage

assage has long been recognized as one of the oldest modality’s used in the history of humanity, not only as an aid for the prevention of sickness, but for helping to rebalance the physical and energetic conditions of the body. Thai Yoga Massage, Tuina (pronounced “tway-naw”), and Shiatsu are three styles of massage, or bodywork, that are becoming more popular in mainstream society. What is their commonality and how do they work? The answer lies in the direct approach and focus on the body’s intrinsic energy, which is called prana in India, chi in China, and bio-electricity in the West. To understand the fundamentals behind this kind of work, two things are needed: a basic knowledge of our energy makeup, and a brief history of these unique arts. Our bodies are a network of channels and points most commonly referred to as meridians and acupoints. These are conduits through which energy travels, feeding, nourishing and sustaining the human form. When the flow through these avenues is free and uninhibited there is health and vitality. When it becomes restricted, sluggish and blocked, there is sickness and pain. Perhaps no one has pioneered this subject more than the great physicians and masters of India and China, whose ancient

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forms of bodywork were developed over 2,500 years ago. Along with working the physical structure of the body, they created techniques for stimulating the movement of energy through the meridians and acupoints. This balances the yin and yang, or deficient and excessive conditions of energy throughout the body. It is on the foundation set forth by these two great civilizations that the principles of Thai Yoga Massage, Tuina, and Shiatsu are based. Thai Yoga Massage, called Nuad Borarn (ancient massage), is gaining rapid recognition for it’s tremendous therapeutic value. Though it’s teachings have been passed down for generations from the ancient temples of Thailand, it’s roots can be traced back more than 2,500 years to India’s yoga and Ayurvedic medicine. Thai Massage consists of gentle assisted yogic stretching, with thumbing and palming along distinct points and energy lines called marmas and sen lines, in combination with massage, and meditative breathing. This array of techniques opens the client to a deeper, and often times, more immediate release, both physical and emotional. Tuina, literally means push-grasp. It originates from China and was already an established discipline by 221 B.C. The many different hand techniques or massage strokes used in Tuina, can range from very rapid and invigorating, to slow and relaxing. In addition to this a Tuina practitioner applies stretches, stimulates meridians and acupoints, and maneuvers joints to nourish ligaments and tendons. Tuina is well known for it’s exceptional healing results. Shiatsu, translated as finger pressure, is the youngest of the three modalities. It was developed in Japan in the early 1900’s as an independent therapy from their ancient traditional massage called, Anma. Shiatsu’s consistent finger and hand pressure along acupoints, meridians, and anatomical structures helps to harmonize the flow of blood and energy throughout the body. A good Shiatsu treatment can be an extremely effective and healing experience. In the present day search for holistic alternatives for health, more people are turning to eastern wisdom and integrating it within the western lifestyle. The eclectic approach has always proved best for optimal health as there is no single modality that is a cure-all for our ailments. But as our personal journey to healing deepens, we begin to see that the most powerful tool we possess is our awareness itself. Rick Eyester is a LMT and certified Thai Yoga Massage practitioner. For info. call The Meridian @ 775-852-0446. www. themeridianreno.com. Find CRG listing on page 40.

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“What is a Naturopath?” Dr. Jessica Edge, B.S., N.D. By Erina Fischer

ith so many different alternative health modalities available to us, it can be overwhelming choosing an option when we are seeking to regain or preserve our health naturally. A very valuable option in our Reno area is Dr. Jessica Edge, one of only a handful of medically-trained, certified Naturopaths in Northern Nevada. Dr. Edge, a fourth generation Nevadan, graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno with a bachelor’s degree in biology. Dr. Edge’s interest in Naturopathy developed as an outgrowth of her research– she recognized the inherent link between nature and human wellness. “Something shifted while I was in college,” Jessica said “I came to believe that the body has an incredible ability to heal itself. Naturopathic medicine resonated with me.” She left her hometown to attend the 4-year accredited National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Oregon. Here she accomplished two years of science-based courses in anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology and pathology. The last two years she was trained in clinical Naturopathy. In Portland she completed multiple internships, including time working in homeless clinics, primary care offices, geriatrics and more. She moved back to Reno to be with her family and today is a nationally board-certified Naturopath, as well as a member of The American Association of Naturopathic Physicians. Dr. Edge practices at the Reno Alternative Medicine clinic. You have probably heard of Naturopathy, but what exactly is it, and how can a Naturopath help you? Dr. Edge presented the seven key principles of a Naturopath to Healthy Beginnings Magazine:

1. First, do no harm– For instance, Dr. Edge is trained to understand drug and nutrient reactions and can help offset the side effects of medications.

2. The Healing Power of Nature–This is

the principle that most attracted Dr. Edge to Naturopathic medicine. Naturopaths use minerals and western herbs to aid in healing. Hydrotherapy, the use of alternating cold and hot water, is also used by Naturopaths to alleviate allergies and digestive disturbances and to increase circulation.

3. Identify and treat the cause– One of

the most defining principles of natural medicine is to reject the band-aid approach to healing using prescription medications that only covers up symptoms. Instead, a Naturopath works diligently to uncover the root cause(s) of illness and then, to treat– this is a primary principle –a cornerstone– of Dr. Edge’s practice.

4. Treat the whole person– As part of her

patient consultations, Dr. Edge assembles a comprehensive health history for each person, and performs a parallel review of symptoms by assessing lifestyle habits, energy levels, stress levels and sleep cycles. According to Dr. Edge, a common theme in illness is “chronic stress leading to chronic disease, as well as mood disorders. Stress uses up all our coping mechanisms.”

5. The Doctor is a Teacher– “I spend a

lot of time educating patients on what is going on in their body,” Dr. Edge says. This gives the patients an ability to see the big picture and how they can be in control of their health.

6. Prevention is the best cure - Keeping

yourself healthy is far easier than trying to repair a health condition. Dr. Edge recommends being aware of genetic

predispositions by taking into account your immediate family’s history, and knowing what to focus on to preserve your health. A healthy diet, one that is customized to an individual’s needs, is one of the most important components of maintaining a healthy body. Dr. Edge believes in system detoxification to allay the negative consequences of our toxinladen environment.

Establish health and wellness– Dr. Edge compares health to a staircase, the bottom of it representing poor health. Her primary goal is to help her patients reach the top. When looking for an alternative health option Dr. Edge can aid with diet counseling, digestive disturbances and women’s health. As an under-graduate student at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Edge was primarily interested in women’s medicine. She felt then, as she does today, that there are not enough health options for women. In her practice Dr. Edge works with hormone imbalances, fibroids, fibrocystic disease, PMS and menopause. She is also interested in the widespread side effects of birth control. Women today often complain of mood disorders, dwindling energy and bloating, all of which are commonly related to depletion of nutrients (e.g., B-vitamins which support a healthy nervous system) due to the use of birth control. Naturopaths are helpful in recognizing and alleviating possible medication side effects. “As a Naturopath, I can stimulate the patient’s vital force and promote healing,” Dr. Edge says “Naturopathy stimulates healing by using the least invasive -- but most effective -- methods.” To contact Dr. Edge, please find her ad on page 37.

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Flashes & Floaters What do they indicate?

lashes and floaters are probably the two biggest concerns that patients bring to their optometrists. So what are they? What do they indicate? Why do we get them? Floaters are commonly described by the person experiencing them as specks, dots, threads, and “squigglies” or “spider webs” in the field of vision. They are particularly noticeable when reading, when looking at a blue sky, or at a blank, light-colored wall or bank of snow. What exactly are these objects that move when you move your eyes and seem to appear out of nowhere?

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Actually called vitreous floaters, floaters are areas of liquid within the clear gel that fills the inside of the eye. This gel is the vitreous humor. It is almost perfectly transparent to light (i.e. light passes directly through it without being altered) but these small areas of liquefaction are not; instead, they scatter incident light and produce a showing effect on the retina. This is actually what you perceive when you notice a floater- it is not the object itself, but rather the shadow it casts on the retinal photoreceptors. These vitreous floaters can range in size from tiny dots to areas large enough to look like a mouse running across the floor!! Floaters themselves are usually completely harmless; they might persist or they can settle below one’s line of vision over time and not be noticeable. Often, even if they do not go away or change position within the vitreous, the brain can simply “learn” to ignore them by employing a process called “psychological disregard”. Floaters can be of concern, however, when many of them (potentially hundreds) suddenly appear and produce an effect much like a reddish-brown curtain being lowered over the field of vision. This type of effect is associated with a retinal tear or detachment and must be evaluated as soon as possible by a qualified eye care professional. These floaters are reddish-brownish in color (red blood cells) and are very small and uniformly round in shape, unlike normal floaters which may be several shades of gray or black, various shapes and sizes and do not suddenly appear in very large numbers. A particularly large floater associated with retinal tears, may also be associated with flashes of light in the periphery of one’s field of vision. These flashes of light are the next topic we will explore.

Flashes of light off to the side of the field of vision are also intricately connected with the vitreous humor. In addition to filling the inside of the eye and providing the structural integrity of the eyeball itself, the vitreous effectively “holds” the retina in place. Occasionally, the vitreous can pull away from the retina in a localized area. This is called a posterior vitreous detachment, or PVD, for short. PVDs are often harmless in and of themselves, but they can often result in the production of these flashes of light at the visual periphery. These flashes are caused by a stronger than normal, localized pulling force on the retina by the vitreous at the edges of the vitreous detachment. This extra pulling, or tractional, force results in a stimulation of the retinal photoreceptors in that area – hence the perception of flashes of light. A single large floater or multiple floaters can also accompany a vitreous detachment. These flashes of light may also be a symptom of a retinal tear or detachment. We always recommend seeing your eye care professional when flashes of light appear -- a retinal tear or detachment must be ruled out in these cases, since the signs and symptoms of a benign vitreous detachment can be SO similar to those of a retinal detachment. Similarly, when a multitude of floaters appear suddenly, particularly if they are reddish/brownish in color and obscuring any part of vision, the condition requires immediate, close scrutiny by an eye care professional. Always remember, when in doubt about an eye condition, err on the safe and get it checked out quickly. You only have one set of eyes! For more information, contact Drs. Travis or Cheryl Adlington at (775) 2843937 or visit www.eyeglassgallery.net. Find ad on page 13.

GREENbuilding & SUSTAINABILITY

The First Reno Green Summit April 2007

Overview Presented by the City of Reno:

n April 19, 2007 nearly 400 residents participated in the City of Reno’s Green Summit event. One of the Reno City Council’s top priorities is to create a green or “sustainable community” action plan for the coming fiscal year. As part of this effort, they will draw on local expertise and from the community to help determine what additional efforts the City government can do to benefit the environment. The Green Summit was an opportunity for residents to participate in the development of plans to reduce emissions, improve energy efficiency, recycle, create sustainable building practices, use environmentally friendly products, and to protect our environment.

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•1 lb. medium sweet potatoes, peeled •1 tablespoon olive oil •1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt Cut sweet potatoes lengthwise into quarters. Cut each quarter into 2 or more wedges to equal size of french fries. Toss potatoes in olive oil. Arrange potatoes in a single layer in a 15x10x1-inch baking pan. Sprinkle with salt. Bake in a 425ºF oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until browned and tender. Makes 4 servings.

The keynote speaker was Bill Becker, a national expert on sustainable development. Becker is the executive director of the Presidential Climate Action Project and the organizer of the “National Leadership Summits for a Sustainable America,” a series of 4 conferences in 2006 and 2007 to advance America’s sustainability in a time of global warming. In 1996, he founded and directed the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Center of Excellence for Sustainable Development and its Smart Communities Network Website. Before joining the University of Colorado at Denver in January 2007 to direct the Presidential Climate Action Project, Becker was senior advisor to the Global Energy Center for Community Sustainability and an adjunct faculty member in the Colorado Energy Research Institute at the Colorado School of Mines. He served both functions while on sabbatical from DOE, where he was director of their Central Regional Office. More recently, he organized and led a team of United States sustainable design

experts to Beijing to help Chinese officials make the Olympic Village for the 2008 Olympic Games green. In 2006, he participated in providing advice on tsunami reconstruction in Thailand. Becker was one of three national experts deployed by the State of Louisiana to help residents of the Lower Ninth Ward in New Orleans plan “sustainable reconstruction” after Hurricane Katrina. Following Mr. Becker’s address, community members and local experts participated in four breakout group discussions on transportation, green building, zero waste, and renewable energy initiatives for creating a more sustainable, green Reno. If you are interested in reading more about the specific break out group discussions please visit our website at www. hbmag.com. As always Healthy Beginnings Magazine will keep you abreast of what is happening in the Reno and Lake Tahoe Region regarding the efforts and actions of municipalities and residents In their on going quest to preserve our planet…Mother Earth.

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Acai Berry: Forget the Purple Pill... Take the Purple Berry!

his amazing Amazon super fruit comes from a palm tree that Brazilians call “the Tree of Life.” Acai, (pronounced ah-sigh-ee) is being praised for its health improving and healing qualities by celebrities such as Oprah Winfrey, Wynonna Judd, James Taylor and NBC’s “Today Show”.

five times that of blueberries and 50 times as much as mangoes. The Acai berry offers a powerful 3 pronged attack against free radicals and the damage they cause:

Why is this small, round fruit attracting so much attention? The reason is because the antioxidants (free radical fighters) in acai berries are uniquely powerful. Research shows that their dark, purple skin contains almost twice the antioxidant strength of pomegranates, more than

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The Acai contains several nutrients known for their immune-supporting characteristics, including the tried and proven beta-carotene, beta-sitosterol, vitamins C and E, magnesium, zinc, selenium, lysine, polyphenolic flavonoids, anthocyanins and other anti-oxidants. These immune boosters sustain organs and glands such as; thymus, spleen, liver and lymph nodes, plus bone marrow, that are vital in supporting the immune system.

Acai berries are extremely high in essential fatty acids and the omegas. Essential fatty acids have been shown to relieve joint stiffness, boost immune function and promote healthy cholesterol levels. Linoleic (omega 6) and oleic (omega 9) are monounsaturated essential fatty acids which help to lower LDL (harmful cholesterol) while maintaining HDL (beneficial cholesterol). The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says oleic acid, the main component in olive oil, can slash serious health risks. And, in a study published in the medical journal, Annals of Oncology, oleic acid was shown to have a protective effect on breast health. Omega 3 fatty acids are essential for healthy nervous system development and regeneration, maintaining cardiovascular health and hormone balance. These EFA’s can also help rapidly repair and rejuvenate muscles after intense exercise (if you are into that sort of thing).

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that can measure the antioxidant activity of any substance and give it a number. The higher the ORAC number - the stronger the antioxidant properties of the substance. The USDA recommends we consume 3,000 to 5,000 ORAC units daily. In truth, 80% of the population is consuming less than 1,000 ORAC units a day. The USDA recommended an ORAC score of about 1,750 units. Fruits and vegetables tend to have the highest ORAC values. Apples score a 218, Bananas a 221 and blueberries 2,400. What about the Acai berry? Acai has an amazing 3871 ORAC score per 1000 mg.

Other Benefits Of Acai Berries: For men, there is life beyond BHP (benign hypertrophic prostate or swelling of the prostate). The acai comes from the same family as the saw palmetto berry and also contains high amounts of phytosterols, the powerful plant compound shown to promote prostate health. Multiple studies suggest phytosterols can reduce frequent and painful urination, ease prostate swelling and support long-term prostate health. Want to feel good and breathe deep? Acai berry also contains theobromine, a natural mood enhancer and bronchial dilator. It may help to relieve the symptoms of asthma and/or allergies without using harmful stimulants and suffering their side affects. Tired of hormone enhanced milk products? Surprisingly, acai berries contain more useable calcium than milk. Plus they supply other crucial minerals like chromium (for sugar balance), manganese, and boron, making them especially good for your bones and teeth. Considering the proven research and anecdotal claims for its healing qualities and for improving health, it’s no wonder people have sworn by acai’s revitalizing, energizing properties. Reference: Breakthroughs in Health: Acai. November 2006, volume 1, issue 4.

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The Wellspring Within Greetings one and all! There’s a slew of good living to be had so I’ll be brief. I’m Taylor Donovan, DC (Doctor of Chiropractic). One of my primary missions is to simply remind you that your life is a miracle to be enjoyed while supplies last. Saying it is the easy part, putting it into action is the thrilling part. I have been the benefactor of many magnificent experiences. The tapestry of my lifeline has moved through the following threads: a study of cellular biology and medical anthropology at UC Santa Cruz, eight-years of working with teenagers and families with youth-at-risk adolescents in a wilderness setting, an immersive 3-year stewardship on a permaculture farm on the big island of Hawaii and a homestead in New Mexico’s Gila Wilderness, Chiropractic School, and lately, to the domain of natural living and community wellness through Health for Life Chiropractic and Wellness Center in Reno.

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I’ll remind you that you are champions of life -- being the byproduct of the sperm that beat out millions of others to find a host in that one magnificent egg that became you, and laid the foundation for the body through which you experience your life. Now treat yourself like the champion that you are and flesh out a way of being in the world that suits your deepest calling. The truth is that we have an opportunity to live a magnificent and righteous life that can be of benefit to ourselves and to all of those lives that we are interconnected with. I chose to dedicate my life e : m o i a l tos the study and practice ofr health because it is Hthe cornerstone of the activities that sustains the quality in my life. In this column you will find stories of activities and people in the area that are creating and providing opportunities for the wellspring within to move outward into our community. Your correspondence is encouraged via e-mail or phone. Your Harvester of Health, Dr. Taylor Donovan docdonovan@gmail.com (775) 323-1230

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Getting more outof of garden naturally! Getting More Out Youryour Vegetable Garden Naturally Many gardeners have learned through experience which plants flourish or fail when they are planted near each other. This chart is for the rest of us, who need all the help we can get in our monumental efforts to produce a successful backyard or community garden – one that yields great quantities of exquisitely delicious and superbly-scented fruits and vegetables. Fresh, crunchy, beautiful and bursting with nutrients & vitamins! A cornucopia of information including regional specifics can be found online.

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Basil, marigolds, parsley, tomatoes

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Broccoli

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Pole beans, strawberries, tomatoes

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Corn

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Awareness and Feldenkrais Method® Support Life is Problems: Stress Relief in a Stressed-Out Society NOTE: The Feldenkrais Method‚, a movement-based learning format, was developed by Dr. Moshé Feldenkrais (1904-84), an Israeli physicist who worked at the Curie Institute in Paris. A series of crippling knee injuries left him unable to walk, facing surgery and a poor prognosis; instead he treated himself. After a long struggle, Feldenkrais taught himself to walk again without pain, and refined his methods, (Awareness Through Movement‚ (ATM) and Functional Integration‚) to teach and help others. Life is, in essence, a series of problems. Our earliest problems are “Where’s food? I’m hungry” or “I’m tired and need to sleep.” We graduate to bigger problems: “How can I reach that cookie jar, way up there on the counter?” Pretty soon, we are solving problems like: “Do I ask him out on a date?”

Thus Awareness Through Movement® classes are a downto-earth approach to dealing with the problems of life. In an ATM class, participants explore solutions to various movement challenges. This transforms “problem-solving” into fun, as it was when we were children. ATM helps us learn to handle stress in two ways simultaneously: physically and mentally:

Lessons release us from our habits of hunching the shoulders, holding or restricting the breath, locking the chest and rib cage.

Then we have problems like buying and maintaining a house, relating to another person in a long-term, committed relationship (or not!) and all of the wonderful problems of parenting. The more we mature, the bigger and better our problems seem to get.

When problem-solving is not fun or challenging in a positive way, it causes stress. We all know when stress gets to be too much — and the damage it can cause. But our problems aren’t going to go away. So how can we learn to handle them? When I first took a weekly Awareness Through Movement® class, it was an island of sanity and relaxation in my insanely stressed-out life. I spent at least 20 minutes of every class fast asleep! Learning to identify and respect my physical, mental and emotional limits has been gradual, but the quality of my life is

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now so improved, I can’t imagine how I lived like that. I now use my body as a barometer and listen to it when it tells me where my limits are. I still accomplish a lot, but only if I take the nonlinear approach I learned in those Feldenkrais® classes.

On the physical side, ATM lessons release us from our habits of hunching the shoulders, holding or restricting the breath, locking the chest and rib cage, tensing the belly, and otherwise preparing to fight or flee. ATM teaches us ways to notice those signs of stress and de-stress our selves throughout the day.

On the mental side, ATM helps us identify and respect our limits, and to focus on the process, instead of chasing one goal after another with nothing but stress in between. Moshe Feldenkrais insisted everyone should have at least three distinct options for doing every action. The more options available, the more chances of drawing upon one of the previously “superfluous” options in handling an unexpected problem. Respecting our limits is often a new experience, as there is little cultural support for it. If you begin to identify and respect your limits, be prepared for resistance—respecting your limits is a revolutionary thing to do. But it is an idea whose time has come, and you will be a role model for others when they see you at peace, with plenty of time to spare. Improved Awareness Leads to Greater Workplace Comfort So many of our repetitive postures began in childhood that we are barely aware of them any longer. Even as adults, rep-

T ea ch in g th e bo dy ho w to r e- p ro g ra m t he b r ai n is t he Fel de n k ra i s  ‘ mi r acl e’ • Release unhealthy postural habits: hunching the shoulders, holding the breath, locking the chest and rib cage, belly tension, fight/flight anxiety.

Typical Feldenkrais Class

• Functional Integration lessons can produce remarkable improvement in neuromuscular conditions and trauma, including back, neck and shoulder pain; stiffness and immobility; brain injury, stroke, and cerebral palsy.

EXCLUSIVE . RENO Awareness Through Movement (ATM) Workshop, Aug. 25, 2007, Arlyn Zones MA, from Feldenkrais Resources, Berkeley; 6 hrs training $75; at the door $95. Sign up: renoAwareness@aol.com.

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etition deadens our physical awareness -- our brains basically stop noticing when we are not comfortable. Many computer users, for example, extend their mousing arm far from their body while working, and unnecessarily hold up the weight of their whole arm. If we unconsciously hold our heads forward while working on the computer, we place a similarly unnecessary strain on our shoulders and neck. But we usually don’t notice these unnecessary tensions until we are in pain! By then, of course, damage or injury to tissues may have already occurred.

Mini- Awareness Through Movement® EASY FLEXIBILITY LESSON To do this lesson, sit at the edge of your chair. 1. Turn your head to look to the right. Notice if there is any strain or pain in the movement and if you hold your breath. Do it again and notice where do you initiate the movement from. 2. Repeat this simple movement, but reduce the effort. Don’t go to the limit. Make the movement light as though floating through air or oil. 3. Now leave the head in the middle and turn both shoulders to the right. The left shoulder comes forward as the right shoulder goes backward. Again reduce the effort and repeat several times, don’t hold your breath, and make the movement lighter each time. 4. Turn your head a few times to the right and notice if more of you participates in the movement now. Is it a little easier? Pause a few seconds in the middle. 5. This time leave the head in the middle, but move your left knee a little bit forward so that the pelvis rotates, with the left side of the pelvis coming forward and the right side going backward. Repeat several times without strain or holding the breath. 6. Now again turn your head to the right and let all the parts of yourself participate. Is the movement easier now? Do you turn further? Do you initiate the movement from a different place than you did in the beginning? Can you feel how using more of yourself has freed the head and neck? 7. Repeat the same sequence, turning to the other side. For more information about the Feldenkrais Method® or for a catalogue of tapes, workshops and trainings contact Feldenkrais Resources at www.feldenkraisresources.com or call 800-7651907. Find ad on page 16.

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eurologists would define Epilepsy as a neurological disorder that causes seizures and brain malfunctions. I would define Epilepsy as a challenge I have lived with for almost 22 years. I also donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t consider it a disorder. Epilepsy is a big responsibility, but you get used to after a while. Getting used to it hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t been an easy journey for me.

of Phenobarbital. At age ten, I had yet another seizure. Needless to say, my neurologist changed my prescription to Tegretol, and I havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t had a seizure since -- for almost 19 years. Was my life perfect after Tegretol? No. It was far from perfection. As a young child, I had a cloud of insecurities hanging over my head. I figured no one would want to be friends with me because of the Epilepsy. I began writing stories to take my mind off it. I just couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t accept being different -- I wanted to have friends like all the â&#x20AC;&#x153;normalâ&#x20AC;? kids at school. I felt out of place and I thought everyone was pointing and laughing at me. Not everyone was though.

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been there for me through the good and bad times. She has been through her share of problems too, but so has everyone. I realize today that I am better off than a lot of people with Epilepsy. Some people have to wear helmets so they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t injure themselves when they have seizures. Epilepsy is not only caused by head injuries. It can also result from drugs and alcohol abuse. Alcohol isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t healthy for anyone, but to someone with Epilepsy drinking alcohol is like inhaling carbon monoxide. And why do you think they put the birth defect warnings on cigarette packages? Because if you smoke, your child runs the risk of being born with Epilepsy. Birth defects, you see, also include brain trauma. Lack of sleep, poor diet, a traumatic experience, or many over-the-counter drugs can sometimes cause seizures. There are certain symptoms that come with having Epilepsy such as spacing off, fatigue, and nausea, which are minor problems. The more important issues are depression, anxiety, thoughts of or attempted suicide. I have had them all. When Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had such episodes, I would be alone in my bedroom. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d pace back and forth while thoughts of suicide swirled around in my head. The brain is in constant overdrive when you are anxious or depressed. All you do is think about how you are feeling. The real world is of no importance to you. You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to be around friends or family. You think everyone is against you and they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t care. Yes, it can be called acting like a teenager, but not when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re 25. Some people have told me itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s normal to have such feelings. O.K. But to plan your funeral and write out your will when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re young and in good health? This doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem normal to me. Not to mention planning the day you are going to end your life. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve done all these things.

I used to pray to God asking him why he put me on this earth to torture me. I would beg him to end my life that night so I wouldn’t have to suffer through another horrible day. This is what depression is like, though people who haven’t experienced it don’t know it. Being stuck in your own little world also engenders other abnormalities and excesses, like obsession and jealousy. But being able to talk about all your problems with loved ones helps tremendously. Having family and friends around whom you have trust completely to support you is a huge help throughout all this. But talking with your parents isn’t easy because they take your mistakes as just an intentional way to break the rules, instead of as a learning experience. You definitely learn more by going out and making mistakes than staying at home watching Lifetime movies with your mom. Still, I must say my parents raised me right. I am a strong, open-minded woman with a legal craving for adventure. I don’t drink, smoke, or do drugs, but I do love staying out past midnight with my boyfriend. So all in all, I am very happy with my life and where it is headed. And just as with my Epilepsy, I am ready to accept whatever challenges life has in store for me in the future.

How can you help someone who is having a seizure?

1. Stay calm- don’t try to restrain or revive the person. If the person is seated, help ease him/her to the floor.

2. Remove hazards such as hard or sharp objects that could cause injury if the person falls or knocks against them.

3. Don’t move the person far unless the area is clearly dangerous, such as a busy street.

4. Loosen tight clothing and remove glasses. 5. Protect airways by gently turning the person on one side so any fluid in the mouth can drain safely.

6. Never try to force something into the person’s mouth! 7. Don’t call an ambulance unless the seizure lasts more than

five minutes, or is immediately followed by another one, or if the person is pregnant, ill, or injured.

8. Be calm and reassuring because the person may feel disoriented or embarrassed after having a seizure. When the seizure ends, let the person rest or sleep.

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Nasya Therapy For Head, Neck & Sinus

lergies and sinusitis to tinnitus, neck pain, insomnia, convulsions, migraines, memory loss, emotional stress, and the inability to express oneself – and so much more.

“…a tree grows well when its roots are free from defects, so the body grows properly only if the head is free from diseases…” -Charaka Samhita

magine lying back onto a soft massage table and relaxing into a sumptuous face, neck and shoulder massage with an ancient blend of warm, aromatic natural oils. Imagine a luxurious aromatherapy steam facial, complemented with the absolute best in high quality organic essential oils wafting through the air and absorbing into your skin for the ultimate in healing. Imagine that this is actually a treatment for disease! But you don’t have to imagine… This beautiful application of oil and heat ready the body for Nasya, the ancient Ayurvedic nasal application of herbal medicine. Nasya is one of the five main therapies of Pancha Karma, but is also powerful medicine as a stand-alone therapy. A unique and profound treatment that has been utilized for centuries, Nasya is considered one of the best forms of medicine to address any imbalance above the shoulders. Traditionally, Ayurveda has utilized Nasya for everything from al-

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In Ayurvedic medicine the nose is the door to the brain, and to consciousness. Imbalances in the body are due to excess dosha (vata, pitta, or kapha) or ama (toxins). Nasya’s purpose, on the physical and subtle level, is to remove excess dosha and ama from the neck up. Administering the herbal formulas via the nasal passage allows for direct healing action on the brain, sinus and nasal passages, and nervous system. Dr. David Frawley, a renowned Ayurvedic Practitioner, advocates that “…right function of the nasal passages is necessary to keep our minds and senses clear and sharp.” Prana is a Sanskrit word that means “breath”, or vital life energy. It is the life energy which flows through the nadis, or subtle energy channels of the body, and chakras, and vitalizes every cell of our being. The nose is the first site where Prana is absorbed. Nasya Therapy clarifies the mind and consciousness by increasing our ability to absorb Prana, or life energy, and elevates the spirit. According to the Charaka Samhita, the oldest and most important writings on Ayurveda, the head is one of the three vital organs of the body. Rhinitis is the most important of the diseases of the head, as it can give rise to several others if it is not properly treated and lifestyle changes are not instituted. Acute rhinitis appears as the common cold. Hay fever is a form of seasonal rhinitis and nasal allergies can be deemed perennial rhinitis. For all of these, the Charaka Samhita recommends inhalation therapy – Nasya – as well as dosha-alleviating food and drink.

Siro-roga –

Diseases of the Head

Excess Dosha:

VATA (air & ether)

Physical Symptoms: post-nasal drip, sneezing, tinnitus, nervous system diseases in the brain and sense organs, dryness, loss of sense of smell, itching, atrophy, convulsions, dizziness, insomnia, memory loss, allergies, stiffness in the neck and shoulders Mental/Emotional Symptoms: worry, anxiety, overwhelm, nervousness, fear, spaceyness, emptiness, indecisiveness

Professionally and caringly administered, Nasya Therapy can begin to help you as soon as you come in for your first visit. With the information gathered at your initial consultation, dosha-specific herbs and oils are blended to address your specific needs. Nasya can be beneficial for tonification or purification, based upon the underlying imbalance. Improve the function of your mind and senses - begin Nasya treatment today! Frawley, Dr. David, and Dr. Subhash Ranade. Ayurveda: Nature’s Medicine. Twin Lakes, WI: Lotus Press, 2001. Halpern, Dr. Marc. Principles of Ayurvedic Medicine, 5th ed. Grass Valley, CA: California College of Ayurveda, 2003. Lad, Dr. Vasant. Ayurveda: The Science of Self-Healing. Twin Lakes, WI: Lotus Press, 1984. Ranade, Prof. Dr. Subhash and Prof. Dr. Avinash Lele. Pancha Karma and Ayurvedic Massage. Delhi, India: Chaukhambha Sanskrit Pratishthan, 2004. Sharma, R.K., Bhagwan Dash, trans. Caraka Samhita. Varanasi, India: Chaukhambha Sanskrit Series Office, 1992.

Nasya is considered PITTA (fire & water) one of the best Physical Symptoms: inflamed sinuses, forms of medicine migraines, burning eyes, conjunctivitis, to address any hair loss, hemorrhage, convulsions, imbalance toxicity Mental/Emotional above the Symptoms: anger, intensity, being critical, shoulders. Excess Dosha:

resentment, jealousy, irritability Excess Dosha:

KAPHA (water & earth)

Physical Symptoms: congestion, blocked sinuses, excess mucous production, sticky eyes, edema, heavy head, tumors, convulsions, excess sleep Mental/Emotional Symptoms: brain fog, depression, over-attachment, greed, melancholy If any of these symptoms are something you are presently experiencing, then Nasya Therapy may be just what you’ve been searching for to help you achieve optimal health and peace of mind. The proof of the benefit of Nasya therapy lies in the fact that it has successfully been treating siro-roga (diseases of the head) for many centuries. More recently there have been many scientific studies in India confirming the effectiveness of Nasya.

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Hypnosis For Self Esteem

elf esteem is the basis of all our accomplishments. We have to believe we can do something or we can never pull it off.

situation, but the psychology profession believes that about 85% of all families are dysfunctional, so if we have low self esteem, we are certainly not alone.

But because of derogatory input from the people who matter most, we are often programmed to believe that we are not capable of doing much with our lives. This is an extremely unfortunate

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also associated with low self esteem. As children, those with low self esteem are more likely to become bullies. The good news is that you aren’t permanently stuck with the negative programming that you may have received. Through hypnosis, new positive ideas about yourself can be instilled, which will cause you to act in completely different ways. During hypnosis, suggestions and directions are given to your subconscious mind, which can cause the original programming to have less and less effect. The new positive programming seems to reduce the impact of the old words of lack and limitation. Science does not know exactly why that works, but scientists in this field know that it does work.

Self esteem is the basis of all our accomplishments.

Your subconscious mind is a non-valuing organism. It just accepts everything you hear, feel, read, see or experience as the absolute truth. As we grow older, our conscious mind learns to reason, and to reject certain statements as untrue, but the subconscious mind lacks that reasoning ability. In addition, when you hear words that are delivered with great emotion, either positive or negative, that emotion embeds those words even deeper into your subconscious. So if you were told over and over that you were stupid, lazy, unattractive or whatever, the emotion those words evoked caused you to believe them even more, and the repetition sealed the deal. On the other hand, if you were told you could achieve anything you wanted, then you have a completely different view of life. Those positive thoughts will help you to consider new ideas, to risk, to step out into life knowing the positive truth about yourself, that you can achieve anything you set your mind to. People with higher self esteem are more inclined to focus on their strong points rather than their flaws, and have a general sense of happiness. They tend to choose more compatible mates, friends and careers. People with low self esteem are inclined to have perceptions of guilt and helplessness and are more likely to abuse drugs and alcohol. Depression and suicide are

Shirley McNeal, Ph.D., recipient of the 2003 Milton Erickson Award for Scientific Excellence, is the author of more than 20 scientific papers. Her recently published work on the use of hypnosis for “Ego Strengthening” is recognized nationwide as the standard by the clinical hypnosis community. As an example of how negative programming can work, if you verbally admired an especially beautiful home when you were a child, and your parents said, “Oh, rich people are unhappy,” or “rich people are crooks,” then those statements are in your subconscious mind, continuing to quietly tell you that rich people are unhappy or unethical, so your programming won’t ALLOW you to be wealthy, because of those words spoken so long ago, words which your conscious mind actually may have forgotten. In the meantime, you don’t understand why you have such a hard time making sales calls, why you are uncomfortable around wealthy people, or why you can’t seem to get beyond a certain salary.

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NATURALbeauty

Skin Moisturizers How safe are they?

a few ingredients may be natural and nontoxic and the rest chemical based and toxic.

here are hundreds of skin-moisturizing products on the market today. There are baby lotions, eye creams, face creams, whole body lotions, ointments and sunscreen products, to name a few. There are lotions for any and all skin conditions. How safe are these? Did you know that industrial chemicals are the basic ingredients in these products? Check the label on your favorite lotions and you will find a list of anywhere from a few to several dozen ingredients, many of which you can’t pronounce. You will find on most labels ingredients such as propylene glycol, the main ingredient in antifreeze, as well as numerous alcohol and petroleum based ingredients. Since the companies are not required to list all the ingredients on the label, you have no way of knowing what other objectionable, toxic products may be in it.

trial chemicals, the government approves an average of seven new chemicals every day. Eighty percent are approved in three weeks or less!* Not only are all ingredients NOT listed on the label there is insufficient safety data on many ingredients that are listed. Possible adverse effects include, eye, skin and lung irritants, and allergies. Some ingredients have been classified as toxic and cancer hazards. Immune and Reproductive systems can also be adversely affected. Your skin is the largest organ in your body. Whatever is applied to the skin is absorbed in less than one minute. Check it out for yourself by peeling a clove of garlic and standing on it with your bare foot and see how soon you taste garlic in your mouth.

The average person applies 126 unique ingredients to their skin on a daily basis.

The average person applies 126 unique ingredients to their skin on a daily basis. No premarket safety testing required — this is a reality of both the personal care product industry and the broader chemical industry as a whole. For indus-

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Fresh Summer Rolls By Jillana Miller

s temperatures rise and daylight lengthens, people begin to move into play mode. The climate of this wonderful season presents the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, and to celebrate the exciting and refreshing flavors of summer cuisine. Summer rolls, a delightful Vietnamese dish is the perfect way to jump into a summer filled with healthy flavors. The rolls are served either cold or at room temperature. Traditionally summer rolls are delicate, flexible rice paper filled with mint, basil, lettuce, rice vermicelli and shrimp or pork. The rolls are typically served with a light peanut sauce. Method of Preparation:

For the rice papers:

Ingredients: 12 rice papers (found in the Asian section of most grocery stores) Take 12 paper towels and dampen with cold water. On a separate plate, layer the wet paper towels and rice papers so that each rice paper is sandwiched between two paper towels. Let the rice papers absorb the moisture for about 5 minutes. The woven designs on each rice paper should be almost gone and the rice papers will be pliable rather than hard.

For the salad mix and Fresh Herbs: Ingredients: 2 cups broccoli slaw 1/4 cup of diced tomatoes 1/4 cup micro greens 1/4 cup thinly sliced cucumber 3 leaves of basil 6 leaves of fresh mint Slice cucumber into very thin spears and set aside. Stack basil leaves and roll tightly. Hold in place and cut in very thin slices at an angle. This process is called chiffonade. Set basil aside with cucumber and fresh mint. These ingredients will be added to the final construction the rolls. Pour 2 cups of broccoli slaw and diced tomatoes into a small mixing bowl. Drizzle the mixture with rice vinegar and toss.

For the Tofu:

Ingredients: Six small slices of firm tofu (1/4” x 1”) 2 tablespoons honey 2 limes 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1 tablespoon sesame seeds 1 tablespoon peanut oil or vegetable oil Begin by juicing each lime into a small mixing bowl. Add all other ingredients and mix. Coat each slice of tofu in mixture and set aside. Heat a small sauté pan over medium heat. When the pan is hot, add the peanut oil and disperse it evenly. Now place slices of the tofu in the pan and brown for about a minute on each side. When finished, remove from pan to cool slightly.

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Ingredients: 6 medium sized pre-cooked shrimp For the Indonesian Peanut Sauce Ingredients: 1 cup smooth peanut butter 1/4 cup soy sauce 1 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 teaspoon crushed red chili pepper 1 bunch of green onion 1 bunch of cilantro 1 cup chili sauce This list of ingredients may appear overwhelming. However the preparation is simple. The only items that need to be chopped are the garlic and the green onion. After chopping these items, add all the ingredients into a food processor or a blender. Blend until smooth. The recipe makes a lot of sauce, which is great because it is very versatile. By adding a little rice vinegar you can make an excellent Asian style salad dressing. Indonesian peanut sauce is also a great addition to stir-fry.

Assembling the Rolls:

Now that the prep work is done, it is time to roll. Place one sheet of rice paper on a clean surface. Spoon a small amount of salad mix in the center of the rice paper. Atop the salad, layer tofu and or shrimp, micro greens, cucumber, basil and fresh mint. To roll, grab the left and right sides of the rice paper and pull toward the center as far as possible. Hold these sides in this position, while you tightly roll the bottom side up and over these ends; like a burrito. Repeat this step with a second sheet of rice paper to prevent the roll from falling apart. If you have never done this before, your first roll may be a little sloppy. Don’t worry. You’ll do better as you practice with the next ones! Remember that this recipe is just one variation of summer rolls. After enjoying these, you may find yourself brainstorming what additions may delight your flavor preferences. This dish invites your creativity. Now relax and enjoy -- summer is here!

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ou are what you eat. Although we have heard this comment many times in our lives, many people have never stopped to think about what this statement is actually telling us. Food is the core building component of our bodies. The foundation upon which your body is built is made from what you consume. Thomas Jefferson said that the doctors of the future will not use medicines but rather proper diet for their patient’s well being.

Does it have to be boring or a chore? Not at all! Learn to make healthy eating fun by incorporating raw food recipes into your regime. Recipes like spaghetti with marinara sauce, tacos, fudge balls, date nut bread with butter and jam, and even ice cream all have a raw cuisine equivalent – and many of them taste much richer than food that has had the flavors cooked out! Using raw food recipes is a very effective means of adding more excellent raw nutrients into your diet and to begin the transition to a predominantly OR even 100% raw food diet.

When we eat fresh whole foods in their natural state, they are pre-packaged as a whole unit.

Imagine the impact that this has on you personally. Control over your health and the health of your family is right in your own kitchen. I haven’t talked with a naturopathic doctor yet that does not include a change in diet as part of a program to help their patients heal. Stop for just a moment to examine what this means. It means that most people are not eating optimally. With this in mind, let’s explore food as the foundation for living a vibrant healthy life. I think most people know that they could use a shift in their diets to create better health. What I suggest is to add these good foods into your diet without first cooking the life out of them. When we eat fresh whole foods in their natural state, they are pre-packaged as a whole unit with components that work together to provide the nutrition and fuel our bodies want and need. When we apply heat, take components out, add synthetic products, or alter food from its original design, we are literally playing with “fire”. Many of us have lived for years under the assumption that cooking food is absolutely appropriate and even optimal. We don’t even think about it, yet when you start to look at this process it seems so obvious that the food itself has lost vitality. It has lost nutrition and in some cases even become toxic, as in the process of charbroiling or caramelizing. Most of us now know that it is recommended we not overcook our vegetables due to the loss of valuable nutrition. My question is this: why should we even partially cook the nutrition out of our food?

What then is optimal eating? What foods contribute to vibrant health? Which foods can your body digest, assimilate, and eliminate efficiently? Fresh, whole, raw, fruits and vegetables are at the top of the list. Many people have eliminated the symptoms and causes of serious health issues by adopting this way of eating. But with few exceptions, most people are not eating enough fresh fruits and vegetables. If you have chosen not to eat fresh fruits and vegetables because you experience discomfort when eating these foods, I would suggest that you do some type of detoxification program and then try them again. By adding these foods into your diet you will see great benefits in a short time.

Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine said, “Let food be thy medicine”. I would add, “Eat primarily whole foods in their natural raw state”. If you apply these concepts you will live in optimal health through prevention. What will you do with all of that extra energy? Perhaps build a life worthy of you. Schall Adams, Raw Food Chef and Educator of The Healing Meal, LLC. Visit www.TheHealingMeal.com or call 775 4121891 for more information. Please see ad on this page.

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ost plants favor a companiontype arrangement in the herb garden. The plants that are planted closely together affect each other in a variety of different ways. For instance plants with many large leaves can be used by smaller plants nearby as protection from the heat of the sun or vigorous winds. Hedges provide shelter from the wind or sun and warmth for nearby plants and herbs in the herb garden.

Some plants will attract useful birds and bees to the herb garden. Planting your garden with this in mind is an easy way to enhance pollination. Beneficial insects that act as valuable pollinators can be drawn to the herb garden by many of the more common flowering plants. Bees and other pollinating insects can be at-

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tracted to the garden by borage, hyssop, and thyme, among others. Certain fragrant herbs are useful when planted among vegetables. Some herbs can act as repellants when grown near other plants or when you make an infusion and use it as a spray. For example, the carrot fly finds its victims by scent, and can be confused by planting aromatic herbs close by. These are some of the most effective repellants: chives, garlic, lavender, nasturtium, pennyroyal, tansy, thyme, sage, and wormwood. Planting garlic in between roses will increase their perfume and also helps the roses to fight off *black spot*. Many gardeners have sown legumes into fallow fields, knowing that it is good for the soil, yet unaware that legumes add nitrogen. As a general rule fragrant herbs chives, hyssop, marjoram, parsley, sage, and thyme - are beneficial in maintaining the health of the vegetable garden. Their benefits have not been analyzed scientifically but a number of gardeners have reported improvements in the general health of their vegetables when inter-planting with these herbs. Here is a sampling of herbal companions that can improve your gardening results: * Basil repels flying insects if planted â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;tween tomato plants. * Borage planted with strawberries will attract bees for pollination and improve the crop yield. * Caraway, buckwheat, and flax will improve the general soil of your planting area. * Chives will prevent scab in apple trees and will prevent black spot in roses. * Chamomile planted with onions will repel flying insects and improve crop yield. Chamomile is known by many gardeners as â&#x20AC;&#x153;the plantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s physicianâ&#x20AC;?, as it is beneficial to the surrounding plants in any garden.

* Coriander planted with anise improves the flavor of anise and attract bees to the garden, which will increase pollination. * Dill & fennel will attract beneficial insects to your garden. * Hyssop will improve the crop yield of grape vines. * French marigolds will repel aphids that may attack a tomato crop and ward off pests from bedding plants. * Mint in the garden will repel flies and cabbage grubs. * Nasturtium, when planted near apple trees, will ward off aphids and when planted near tomatoes will attract the blackfly to itself, and therefore away from the tomatoes. * Nettle will control blackfly and can improve the oil content of angelica nearby. * Pennyroyal repels ants and is therefore generally beneficial to any herb or vegetable garden. * Rosemary repels the carrot fly and is a good companion for sage. * Sage is a wonderful companion crop for many other plants. It will repel cabbage moths from your cabbages and will repel a large number of harmful flying insects, especially those around vines and predators of rosemary. * Summer savory will attract bees to your garden and will enhance the growth of beans. . * Tarragon and Yarrow are known to be generally therapeutic in the garden. When you are planning your herb garden, pay attention to the companions. It may make your job a lot easier and your garden a delightful joy. Happy herb gardening! From http://www.greenplanet.com.au/

(The herbal information presented here is not a substitute for your Professional Health care. If you are under the care of a physician, please consult him/her before trying any remedies, be they herbal or otherwise. If you have any serious problems, see your Doctor.)

Shining Some Light on “Organic”

rganic is a versatile word used commonly to describe systems or processes that parallel those in nature. Organic decision-making refers to people working harmoniously together; an organic lifestyle means to live simply and cleanly. In business, organic growth describes the process of increasing production at an intelligent pace; an organic organization is one that is adaptable and evolving. And more broadly, organic is a key concept differentiating between living and non-living matter. We often talk about food being grown organically, and many people will go far out of their way to ensure that they are consuming organic products. But what exactly is organic food? What does organic food mean? The term was popularized in the 1960s and 70s by people who sought to localize food systems by creating networks of small-scale farms. To them, the concept of organic went far beyond simply growing food without the use of petrochemical pesticides and fertilizers. They envisioned long-term soil health, economic prosperity for growers, and a short supply chain from producer to consumer. In short, “healthy, fresh and sustainable” in today’s jargon. After food scares in the 1980s that were related to the use of synthetic materials (inputs) in conventional agriculture, the demand for organically grown food exploded. Many growers expanded dramatically to meet the demand. Nonorganic producers saw a burgeoning new market of consumers willing to pay top dollar for such products. Organic producers sought government support to create legal organic standards and a system of oversight -- and thus the organic certification program was born. Today “Organic” has a very clear agricultural definition. For a farm to be considered “organic”, it must be certified by an agency accredited by the USDA based on standards set by the National

Organic Program. Many of these certifying agencies are private organizations, and some are also state run. The Nevada Department of Agriculture has its own certifying agency.

ensure the quality of their produce. As organic food production becomes more industrialized, the local-food movement represents a commitment to supporting local farmers and local economy.

For the farmer, acquiring an organic certification requires a clear farm plan and three years of detailed records, as well as a thorough inspection performed by the certifying agency, all part of the application process. A very small-scale gardener could become certified organic in Nevada for less than $200. However, the fees increase substantially in relationship to the grower’s projected revenue, and the cost of certification will be much higher for professional producers. Annual inspections and associated fees are necessary to maintain certified organic status, so the costs to the organic grower are ongoing.

For more information about obtaining an organic certification or selling through farmer’s markets, contact the Nevada Department of Agriculture at 775-6881180.

Although the idyllic family farm has been largely replaced with industrial organic agriculture to meet the growing demand, you can be sure that produce labeled “organic” is produced without petrochemical or sewage-based fertilizers, conventional pesticides, genetically modified stocks (GMOs), or radiation. In addition, organic meat, eggs, and dairy must come from animals not treated with growth hormones or antibiotic drugs. The regulations for processed foods are more complex, as foods labeled “100% organic”, “organic”, and “made with organic ingredients” each have different requirements, so read labels carefully! While many people with chemical sensitivities and allergies are committed to certified organic food, increasingly people are setting their priority on food that is also grown locally. Nevada has 21 certified organic farms and six certified processing facilities. However, many of the small-scale producers seen at farmer’s markets choose not to invest in the process of organic certification, yet still use “sustainable” farming practices. Ultimately, it is up to the consumer to

Mojohito Tchudi is a Nutrition and Lifestyle Consultant and kombuchero. He can be contacted through his website: http://mojohito.com/ References: 1. Michael Pollan. The Omnivore’s Dilemma: A Natural History of 4 Meals. Penguin Press 2006. 2. Nevada Department of Agriculture Website; http://agri.state.nv.us/ 3. California Certifieed Organic Farmers Website; http://www.ccof.org/

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The Wellness LifeStyle More than leaving well enough alone

eing sick can be very costly in terms of time, money and most importantly, in the quality of life category. According to a recent study by Harvard University, researchers found that 50% of all bankruptcy filings in the U.S.A. were the direct result of excessive medical expenses. Health care spending in the United States is more than $1.8 trillion, which is more than 4 times the amount spent on national defense and almost 40 times the amount spent on Homeland Security. While these numbers are big and impressive, it’s important to remember that these health care costs are not the cause of the health care crisis. They are merely a measure of how severe the health care crisis really is. The reason why the health care crisis exists is simple: there are too many sick people. This simple statement communicates a real truth about the source of the problem. Any proposed solution to the health care crisis that does not specifically lead to more people being less sick is doomed to failure. Just like changing seats on the Titanic, it can only, at best, delay the inevitable. The health care business is the fastest growing failing industry in our country.

in the body. Living a wellness lifestyle requires you to be a proactive change agent for your body. You need to treat it well and not wait until you hurt before you decide to take care of it. Health is not merely the absence of disease, any more than wealth is an absence of poverty. Health is not simply “feeling fine,” for we know that problems may progress for years without causing any symptoms whatsoever. For example, heart disease often progresses unnoticed for many years before it rears its ugly head. In fact, the first symptom that many people experience with heart disease is a heart attack or death.

Living a wellness lifestyle requires you to be a proactive change agent for your body.

America is a fabulous place to have a medical emergency as our emergency care is unrivaled, but in the lifestyle diseases arena, our country struggles severely. Allopathic medical care seeks to treat symptoms by adding something from the outside – a medication, a surgery or procedure. Wellness care, on the other hand, seeks to turn on the natural healing ability of our bodies by removing anything that might interfere with normal function. In my chiropractic practice I work hard to get people to understand that it’s much better to prevent disease from happening in the first place than to treat it once it has a stronghold

By creating a state of optimal health within your body, you will feel better; have more energy and an increased quality of life. You will also reduce your risk of the expense and pain associated with getting hooked into the downward spiral of disease and dependence on more and more prescription medications.

Wellness is a state of optimal conditions for normal function… and then some. The wellness approach is to look for underlying, root causes of any disturbance or disruption (which may or may not be causing symptoms at the time) and make whatever interventions and lifestyle adjustments that would optimize the conditions for normal function. The founder of chiropractic, D.D. Palmer, described three challenges to wellness: (1) trauma or injury, (2) chemical toxicity or nutritional insufficiency, and (3) autosuggestion or mental and emotional stress and dysfunction. Once these three challenges have been attended to, the body will maintain an environment that encourages natural healing, and minimizes the need for invasive treatment, which should be administered only when absolutely necessary. When the body is working properly, it tends to heal effectively, no matter what the condition.

A Few Fascinating Facts About Feet The feet contain about 25 % of the bones in the body, 52 out of the usual 206. There are 33 joints, 107 ligaments, and 3 arches in each foot. Anatomically and physiologically their function is to provide a stable platform, absorb shock, and generate propulsion. Neurologically, the foot has numerous reflex points, zones, and meridians, making it one of the most neurologically connected, complex, and sensitive parts of the body. The average person takes about 8,000 to 10,000 steps per day. That is about 100,000 miles over a lifetime, or about 4 trips around the earth! Your feet carry 100% of our weight. They work all day every day. They are the business end of our locomotor system, but are also intimately associated with our overall comfort, and well being. Problems with the feet can arise in time from use, over use, or injury, from ill fitting or poor quality shoes, or standing on your feet for long hours at work -- concrete being especially detrimental. Your feet can also have a direct effect on the function of your knees, hips, and back. It makes good sense to take care of your feet! Walking is universally recognized as one of the best exercises you can do for your feet, so get moving and make your whole body smile! For more informaion, Find ad on page 8.

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A wellness lifestyle then adds the component of mind care to the wellness equation that requires healthy structure and nerve system physiology, clean blood and body chemistry, and a mental and emotional environment that is conducive to happy and fulfilled living. Learning to interpret the events of your life with positive realism gives you a perspective from which you can assign uplifting meanings to those events. Sometimes the silver lining is more than worth its weight in gold when it teaches us the importance of living well with a long-term commitment to well being. Rather than waiting around for mental and emotional symptoms, you can proactively develop habits that make you mentally and emotionally healthier on an ongoing basis. By adopting positive behaviors like eating well, exercising, saying affirmations and developing healthy self talk, structuring a healthy system of values and beliefs, creating functional and fulfilling relationships, and balancing physical, mental, emotional and spiritual energy, you build a foundation of wellness that preserves a well attitude, wellness-driven lifestyle choices, and an overall experience of wellness in life. So, think about what a happy, satisfying, fulfilling life would be like, and pay attention to what you would have to do to have the best chance of creating that life for yourself. The more you act like the kind of person who would have the life you want, the more likely you’ll do the things that kind of person would do, and that will lead to having those things in reality. By noticing how you are already like this ideal version of you, and by recognizing where you need to focus your energy to build the resources you need, you can grow into an enhanced version of yourself, more capable and more attractive, which leads to a better quality of life, by your own definition. People who are well enjoy their lives and want them to last as long as possible. That’s why the wellness mindset usually accompanies other constructive, healthy lifestyle habits. You not only extend your life, you extend your quality of life deeper into later life. This is the ultimate objective of a wellness lifestyle – to have the best life possible for as long as possible. Dr. Taylor Donovan of Health For Life can be reached at : e (775) 323-1230 or you can visit his website at www.renod clu healthforlife.com. Find ad on page 36.

Hypnosis For Self Esteem Continued from page 22

Hypnosis for self esteem can help because it focuses on replacing negative emotions and fear with positive emotions and confidence, in any given situation, by changing your thoughts and feelings. You are totally in control and you choose what you want to change. Hypnosis is not a weird state where you give away your control to someone else. That happens just on stage or in the movies, and there are some very simple well-studied reasons why people act that way on stage. The truth is, you go in and out of hypnosis all day. For instance, when you watch TV, you’re participating in the most powerful trance inducer in our society. Advertisers are well aware of that. Hypnosis is very natural. It’s simply a state of deep relaxation where your conscious mind, although always listening, gets out of the way for awhile so your subconscious mind can become more alert and listen up. Suggestions and directions given during that deep state of relaxation go directly into the subconscious mind and assist you in becoming more of whom you want to be. With higher self esteem you feel better, carry yourself with more confidence, emanate a can-do attitude, are much happier plus you feel that there is nothing you cannot accomplish. This change in attitude leads to more productivity, more positive actions, which lead to more self esteem. It’s a wonderful cycle which spirals up and up and up. This is a built-in capability. We are hard-wired to remove negative imprints and to improve ourselves in this manner. Why not use it so you can live your very best life? June Milligan, M.Ed.CHt, is a Certified Hypnotherapist. Visit www.joyfulchanges.com or call (775)786-9111 for more information. Find ad on page 22.

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By Dr. Caldwell B. Esselstyn Reviewed by June Milligan, M.Ed., CHt

ased on the findings of a 20-year study first published in the American Journal of Cardiology, Dr. Esselstyn explains how this plant-based nutrition program can be a cure, not just a treatment for heart disease. He gives many examples of how patients who had received virtually a death sentence because of coronary artery disease, were sent to him as a last resort and are now healthier and more active than they ever believed possible. This book is well illustrated and easy to read, with no fillers and little repetition. It is highly recommended by T. Colin Campbell, author of The China Study, recently reviewed in this magazine, as well as Dr. Dean Ornish, well known for his views regarding diet as a way to reverse disease. Dr. Esselstyn is serious about his subject, as he knows that one half of all American men and one third of all American women over 50 will die from complications of heart disease. This book contains life saving information for anyone currently following the SAD (Standard American Diet). Dr. Esselstyn knows that most Americans are confused about what makes up a truly healthy diet, so in this book, he is very clear, concise and direct. He has been developing this plan for 20 years and he knows it works. In the first continuous 12-year study of the effects of nutrition on severely ill heart patients, patients who complied with his program were able to stop the progression of heart disease and and to reverse the arterial effects of the disease. In some cases angina disappeared after a few weeks on the program and abnormal stress tests return to normal.

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Here are the rules of Dr. Esselstyn’s program in simple form: 1. You may not eat anything with a mother or a face (no meat, poultry or fish) 2. You cannot eat dairy products 3. You must not consume oil of any kind – not a drop. 4. Generally you cannot eat nuts or avocados 5. You CAN eat a wonderful variety of delicious, nutrient-dense foods including: • Leafy green vegetables, root vegetables, veggies that are red, green, purple, orange, and yellow and everything in between • All legumes – beans, peas and lentils of all varieties • All whole grains and products, such as bread and pasta that are made from them – as long as they do not contain added fats • All fruits And to help you along, this book has 150 delicious recipes to show you how to implement this plan. Tastes change as you eliminate fats. Before you know it, healthy foods will not be what you ought to eat, but what you want to eat. Dr. Esselstyn tells how these dietary changes that have helped his patients over the past twenty years can help you, too. They can actually make you immune to heart attacks. And there is much evidence that they have benefits far beyond coronary artery disease. If you eat to save your heart, you eat to save yourself from other diseases of nutritional extravagance: strokes,

hypertension, obesity, osteoporosis, adult-onset diabetes and possibly senile mental impairment as well.

traditional Western lifestyle, have cardiovascular disease and should be treated as such.” All males.

You gain protection from a host of other ailments that have been linked to diet, such as impotence, cancers of the breast, prostate, colon, rectum, uterus and ovaries. Plus, for the rest of your life you will never again have to count calories or worry about your weight.

Each of us has friends, family and acquaintances who are the victims of coronary disease. For the great majority of this planet’s population – the 4 billion who do not participate in the Western lifestyle – the problems of coronary disease simply do not exist. It’s time to

Over the past one hundred years, the surgical and pharmaceutical treatment of disease has dominated the medical profession in the United States. America contains just 5 percent of the global population, but physicians here perform more than 50 percent of all angioplasties and bypass procedures in the entire world. One reason is that those surgeries are dramatic, a natural magnet for media attention; another is that nutrition is not a big part of medical education; yet another reason is that doctors are not rewarded for educating patients about the merits of truly healthy lifestyles. Physicians have had little financial incentive to study other ways of managing disease, so the surgical/pharmaceutical approach which addresses symptoms only continues to dominate the profession even though it offers little to the unsuspecting millions about to become the next victims of heart disease. The surgical/pharmaceutical approach does not address the cause, which is our diet. Asians call heart disease, strokes and diabetes Western Diseases, because we have so much of them and Asians don’t, because of the difference in our diets. Modern hospitals also offer almost nothing to enhance public health. Esselstyn calls them cathedrals of sickness. It is hard to deny the evidence, which mounts every year, that people who have spent a lifetime consuming the typical American diet are in big trouble. Dr. Lewis Kuller of the University of Pittsburg recently reported the ten-year findings of the Cardiovascular Health Study, a project of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. His conclusion is startling: “All males over 65 years of age, exposed to a

do something for ourselves and for our children. Dr. Esselstyn states that if you follow this nutritional plan, your disease is history. He asks you to pay attention and take control of your health, now. June Milligan, M.Ed.CHt, is a Certified Hypnotherapist. Visit www.joyfulchanges. com or call (775)786-9111 for more information. Find ad on page 22.

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in Germany in the early 1950’s. Today, medical ozone therapy is common throughout Europe. In America, the use of ozone has increased gradually over the last 25 years.

Isn’t Ozone Toxic? Anything, including water and oxygen, is toxic if given in amounts that exceed the body’s capacity to utilize it. Ozone is found naturally in the body. The white cells make it as part of the immune response. Pure medical grade ozone, when it is used according to the established medical guidelines, has a safety record that is unparalleled.

Medical Properties Of Ozone By Dr. Frank Schallenberger

ast time I told the story of Mary Alice. Mary Alice was 83 years old when she began to lose her vision to macular degeneration. It had gotten to the point that she could no longer read or drive. That was the bad news. The good news is that she responded very well to a course of medical ozone therapy. She is now five years older, still lives on her own, and is happy to tell you how well she can read. And yes, she has even passed her driving test. Mary Alice is not an unusual case. Fortunately, most people respond to ozone therapy. So in this month’s issue, I am going to give you a primer on what ozone therapy is, and why it works so well.

What Is Ozone? The oxygen you breathe is present in the air as a colorless, pair of oxygen atoms. This is the most stable form of oxygen. Ozone is a blue colored form of oxygen (it’s what makes the sky blue), and unlike regular oxygen, it is composed of three oxygen atoms instead of two. It is the addition of the third oxygen atom that makes ozone “supercharged” oxygen, and gives it all of it’s remarkable medical properties. The use of ozone to treat various medical conditions was first developed

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Ozone has five properties that account for why it works so well, not only for macular degeneration, but also for most other chronic age- related conditions:

3. Ozone improves circulation. It does

this by enhancing the flow characteristics of blood as a liquid. This effect enables more of the oxygen carrying hemoglobin to reach the capillaries where ultimately the cells will receive more of the oxygen they require. Many patients with chronic inflammatory conditions have impaired circulation.

Ozone increases antioxidant protection more than any other therapy including vitamin C. Most people with chronic disease have deficient antioxidant defenses.

5. Ozone is a powerful mitochondrial

stimulant. The fundamental underlying cause behind all degenerative disease, from diabetes to heart disease to cancer, is decreased mitochondrial energy production. Ozone can often correct this problem.

1. Ozone is a potent regulator of the How Is Ozone Used Medically?

immune system. This means that when Ozone therapy should only be used the immune system is overactive (as in by professionals who have been fully auto-immune diseases), ozone will calm trained in its use. Doctors who want such it down. Conversely, when the immune training can receive it from Dr. Shallensystem is under active, as in cancer, berger, who offers training sessions twice AIDS, and chronic infections, a year in the United States ozone will stimulate and internationally. it. This unique abilOzone is a potent Autotherapy ity of ozone stems is the most comregulator of the immune from its action on mon, and in most the membranes system. This means that cases the most efof white cells that when the immune system fective way ozone causes them to is administered. is overactive (as in autoproduce immuneThe patient sits in related messenger immune diseases), ozone a chair and has molecules called from 6-12 ounces will calm it down. cytokines. Examples of blood removed into of cytokines are gama sterilized bottle. Then ma interferon, interleuozone is injected into the bottle, kin-2, colony stimulating factor, and and the bottle is gently shaken, allowing TNF-alpha. the red and white blood cells to take up Ozone increases uptake of oxygen by the ozone. The ozonated blood is then stimulating the enzyme diphosphoglycer- returned to the body. The entire procedure ate (DPG). DPG enables the release of takes about 30-40 minutes. oxygen from hemoglobin so that it can be taken up into cells. In the absence of an adequate amount of DPG, our cells Continued on page 37... become starved for oxygen, a common problem in diabetics.

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er s m t r e m e P th Su r a u e o W Y & Is your pet comfortable? The weather affects our pets just like it does us. If your pet lives outside he should have a house that is just as well built as your own. No animal should have to depend solely on his coat for protection from the elements. Rain can bring your pets body temperature down and cause severe medical problems. Including skin infections and foot problems from the mud. Freezing temperatures are just as dangerous for our pets as for us. If it’s too cold out for you then it is too cold for your pet. Bring your pet inside whenever it is too cold outside for you. You can purchase inexpensive crates at discount stores just for this purpose if your pet is not housetrained.

Too hot for our pets? Heat stroke is a common problem for animals, especially in the summertime. Heat stroke occurs when the core temperature of an animal exceeds its normal set-point and reaches temperatures in excess of 106*F. From these elevated temperatures, death may occur in less than an hour as a result of permanent organ damage and blood clotting disorders. A high temperature occurs rapidly when the animal’s environment is enclosed and has poor ventilation, such as in a parked car with the windows closed or even cracked. The temperature inside a closed car in the direct sun may exceed 120*F in less than 20 minutes, even when it is only 70*F outside. Therefore, pets are at risk of heatstroke inside a parked car during the hot temperatures of our summers. Humans differ from dogs and cats in their cooling mechanisms. People can rely on sweating to cool off, but dogs and cats must cool themselves through their lungs by panting. When the air gets too warm, the animal is no longer able

to cool itself because the air is too hot for the lungs, and as a result its core temperature begins to rise. An owner can recognize that their pet is suffering from heat stroke by noting the appearance of the animal. The owner can look for excess panting, hyper salivation (drooling), very dark mucous membranes (gums), diarrhea and/or vomiting, lethargy or even coma. If heat stroke is suspected, the pet should be immediately seen by a veterinarian. The whole body of the animal needs to be cooled immediately to avoid a fatal outcome. This is best accomplished by rinsing using cool, not cold, water. Cold water is not recommended because cold water constricts the vessels in the animal which will inhibit heat loss and slow the cooling process. The veterinar-

ian will probably also need to administer medications and perform treatments to prevent vascular collapse and shock. A few tips can be easily followed to keep your pet safe and healthy this summer. Be sure never to leave your cat or dog in an unattended car. Also, your pets should have plenty of water and shade if they are left outdoors. An especially close eye should be kept on dogs and cats that have not had significant exercise recently, are overweight, or have respiratory disease. Carrie Friedewald University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine

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Are You Making Mistakes With Your Food Choices? By Dr. Bruce Eichelberger, OMD

Even if you think you’re eating a ‘perfect’ diet, you might not be. Even if you eat only fresh, organic food, you might actually be damaging your health every time you take a bite. Even if you are following the very best dietary advice you’ve ever heard, it might be completely wrong for you.

How could this be?

If you remember that food is the fuel your body runs on, it will become clearer. Think of it this way – eating the wrong food is like putting diesel fuel in your gasoline car. You can bet that if you did this, your car would stop running before long. It’s the same with your body. If you put in the wrong fuel (foods), you won’t get far. Even when the foods you eat are allnatural, organic and fresh, if they’re the wrong ones for your unique metabolism, they won’t nourish you in the long run.

The result over time is a slow progression of having less energy, getting sick more often, and feeling as if you’re getting older far too quickly. Ultimately, the so-called diseases of old age crop up – arthritis, heart disease, diabetes and cancer.

Everyone is Different

There’s lots of evidence to suggest that everyone is as different on the inside as they are on the outside. One set of food guidelines simply can’t take into account all of the unique qualities that make up your body. There is no one diet that’s right for everyone. To see the truth of this, imagine what your ancestors ate a thousand years ago. If they lived in northern climates (think “Eskimo” or “Scandinavian”), they likely had a diet consisting largely of fats and proteins – fish, meat, natural fats and very little vegetables.

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On the other hand, if your ancestors came from the Mediterranean region, they had lots of choices for fresh fruits and vegetables and ate more of these. Such different climates have very different naturally available foods. People who lived in these areas before modern times adapted to the foods they found around them. Those foods became their ideal foods.

How to Figure Out What’s Right For You

Since there is obviously a wide range of possible ‘ideal diets, how can you figure out the right one for you? Most of us get our cues about what to eat from our family or friends and from advertising or the latest fad diet book. These aren’t always the best sources. There is, however, one infallible source that will tell you every single time what foods work for you. Are you ready to learn it? All you need to do is memorize this rule: Your body never lies. That’s it. Your body knows what it needs and what it doesn’t. Of course I realize that it’s hard sometimes to tell the difference between a positive response to foods and an addiction or craving. To help clarify this, let me give you some of the basic signs you might notice if you eat the wrong foods:

• Changes in your energy level – either a drop in energy or a feeling of agitated, hyper energy. • Stress, irritability, over-reactions – if you get cranky an hour or two after you eat, keep a journal of your reactions compared to what you ate at the last meal. • Depression – some people have a sense of overwhelm, hopelessness or being ‘stuck’ that they can trace to food reactions. • Mental focus and clarity – if you get a bad case of ‘busy brain’ or you feel like you’re in a mental fog check to see how your foods are affecting this. • Cravings, hunger and not feeling satisfied – when you’ve eaten within the past hour or two and are still hungry, this is often a signal that your body didn’t get something it really needed. And no, it’s not sugar…

Taking a Shortcut If we’d all listened to our body signals when we were young, we wouldn’t have so many health issues as we get older. Like most of us, you probably didn’t do that. But if you start paying attention right now, after a while you will have a much better idea of your best food choices. If you’re like me, you don’t want to wait to see improvements in your health. Fortunately, there is a faster way to tell which foods are best for you. It’s a process that reduces the learning curve by at least a year, called Metabolic Typing. Metabolic Typing recognizes that each of us is as different on the inside as we are on the outside.

What a novel concept! Using a simple questionnaire and noninvasive tests, you can determine a great deal about your unique food requirements. For example, you learn:

• Foods that move you towards balance or away from balance. • The ideal ratios of fats, proteins and carbohydrates for your metabolic needs. • Nutritional supplements that can help you return to balance metabolically. Whether you use Metabolic Typing or choose to simply listen to your body’s natural responses to food, you can determine your unique food needs. As your awareness of exactly what works for you improves, your health will also improve. Dr. Bruce Eichelberger practices at Reno Alternative Medicine in Reno, Nevada. You can reach him at at (775) 827-6901 or visit his web site at www.RenoAlternativeMedicine.com for more information. Find ad on page 27.

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AYURVEDIC MEDICINE JEREMY ANDERSON, CAS, PKS, CMT 95 La Rue Avenue • Reno, NV 89509 (775) 825-5668 www.consciouslivingcenter. com Jeremy will customize an Ayurvedic program for you based on your initial consultation, which can include nutrition programs, custom-made herbal remedies, aromatherapy, color therapy, sound therapy, Ayurvedic body therapies, yoga asana, meditation, and Pancha Karma. Find ads on page 21.

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CHIROPRACTORS DR. ANNIE POLUCHA 2005 Sierra Highlands, #147 Reno, NV 89523 (775) 448-9595 17 years experience rehabilitating all types of injuries. Gentle chiropractic with soft tissue mobilization and sacro-occipital balancing techniques. Full spine and extremity adjusting,head to toes.

8 DIMENSIONS HEALTH CENTER Drs. Hollinger, Rammel, and Richards 300 S. Wells Ave. Ste. #3 Reno, NV (775) 324-4008 Experience the Gonstead Chiropractic difference! Proven to get fast results with low back pain, herniated discs, headaches, and sciatica. Gentle and effective for adults and children. HEALTH FOR LIFE CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS CENTER Dr. Taylor Donovan 1875 Plumas St., Reno, NV 89509 (775) 323-1230 www.renohealthforlife.com A place dedicated to reconnecting the disjointed parts of your life starting with your body and working outward. A unique and innovative way of restoring resilient health by removing stress and enhancing quality-of-lifestyle choices. Feel free to call for our complimentary newsletters, health talks, and consultations offered to the public.

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CLASSICAL HOMEOPATHY THE NEVADA CENTER Colleen Mahoney, RN, APH 1231 Country Club Drive Carson City, Nevada 89703 (775) 884-3990 www.antiagingmedicine.com Classical homeopathy works for chronic illnesses, pediatric disorders, allergies, depression, and anxiety. Inexpensive and gentle. Find ad on pages 19 & 31.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY THE NEVADA CENTER Saundra Koeck 1231 Country Club Drive Carson City, Nevada 89703 (775) 884-3990 www.antiagingmedicine.com ColonOx Hydrotherapy is a safe, gentle, & extraordinarily effective method of systemic detoxification that combines traditional colon hydrotherapy with medical grade ozone. ColonOx hydrotherapy is a valuable treatment for most conditions from allergies to cancer. Find ads on pages 19 & 31. RENO ALTERNATIVE HEALTH CARE CENTER Carol Christian 3400 Kauai Court #100 Reno, Nevada 89509 (775) 827-6888 www.rahcc.com Colon Hydrotherapy is a valuable procedure and treatment for a wide variety of health conditions, as a toxic bowel is a source of many health challenges. Take Action Now! Find ad on page 19. CHERYL VAN REETH, I-ACT CERTIFIED 95 La Rue Avenue Reno, NV 89509 (775) 825-5668 www.consciouslivingcenter. com New ‘eco-friendly’ facility, certified technician, private bathroom, ultra-purified water, flexible hours (Monday-Sunday) and current special rate of $70 per colonic. Spring is a great time for purification. Ask about a colon cleanse and get ready for summer… you’ll look and feel great! Find ads on page 21.

DENTISTRY ZENY N. OCEAN, D.D.S., LTD. 1155 West 4th Street, Suite 211 Reno, Nevada 89503 (775) 329-1333 www.wellness4u.com Dr. Ocean’s practice centers on biological and biocompatible general and cosmetic dentistry. A major focus is immune system enhancement for inflammation control. Affordable adult invisible braces are available. New patients welcome. Find ad on page 35.

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FAMILY CARE RAND FAMILY CARE Dr. Robert Rand, MD 1699 S. Virgina Street (775) 337-0703 www.randfamilycare.com Infants to geriatrics, Board Certified Family Medicine. Specializing in medical acupuncture, alternatives for nonsurgical pain management, substance abuse help, latest treatments to help stop smoking, Nutritional supplements. Complete Care for the Whole Family!

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FOOD CO-OP THE GREAT BASIN COMMUNITY FOOD COOPERATIVE 271 Wonder St. Reno, NV 89502 (775) 324-6133 www.greatbasinfood.coop LOCAL & ORGANIC! We invite you to visit/join – we are a MEMBERS-ONLY, VOLUNTEER-OPERATED FOOD CO-OP, specializing in local, organic, special orders, and bulk foods. We will be closed from June 3 to June 11 so we can EXPAND into a larger space. If you would like to help or get information about joining, please contact us at: info@greatbasinfood.coop

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HOT SPRINGS STEAMBOAT HOT SPRINGS HEALING CENTER & SPA 16010 S. Virginia, Reno (775) 853-6600 www.steamboatsprings.org Natural hot springs with healing waters. Private indoor tubs and 5-person outdoor tub. Offering therapeutic massage, detox mud body wraps, facials and skin care. Find ad on page 18.

HYPNOTHERAPY VIRGINIA PARSONS, MS, CCHT, CTLC Life Enhancement Services LLC www.VirginiaParsons.com (775) 850-5823 Specializing in Weight Loss, Stress Management and Positive Lifestyle Change. Whether you’d like to lose weight, increase your vitality, improve your image or change negative habits and thinking, Virginia provides caring and supportive guidance to help bring out your very best. 20 years experience. Find ad on page 27. YOUR INTENTIONS IN A BOOK? June Milligan www.joyfulchanges.com (775) 786-9111 I am finishing a book detailing the agreements between souls which were made before coming into this life. Everything both here and in non-physical is all about energy, frequencies and intention. I may need your story. Find ad on page 22.

KINESIOLOGY DOROTHY DUMBRA 516 Emerald Bay Road South Lake Tahoe, CA 96158 (530) 544-8557 Dorothy Dumbra is an R.N. Clinical Nutritionist and Specialized Kinesiologist in private practice. She has over 1200 academic hours in Alternative Medicine. An hour session includes muscle testing for nutritional structure and organ imbalances and their corrections. Glycemic Conditions, Natural Hormones, fatigue, weight are some of the specialties corrected with nutritional emphasis. THE NEVADA CENTER Marc Hiscox 1231 Country Club Drive Carson City, Nevada 89703 (775) 884-3990 www.antiagingmedicine.com FEELING STUCK? If you want something different in your life but aren’t sure how to get there, discover the 3 easy steps to make lasting life change. You’ll soon improve your health, quit addictions, increase your professional success and multiply your happiness. Find ads on page 19 & 31.

MASSAGE THERAPY RICK EYESTER, LMT 9393 Gateway Dr, Reno, NV 89509 (775) 852-0446 Utilizing a unique blend of techniques from Thai Yoga Massage, Shiatsu & Tuina, allowing for a more immediate release and alignment, both physically & emotionally. This bodywork is provided with the client fully clothed. TIFFANY HOFFMAN, MS, ATC, MT 9393 Gateway Dr, Reno, NV 89509 (775) 852-0446 Providing a combination of Therapeutic body work, massage and prenatal massage. Each therapy is effective for a wide range of health conditions and is tailored to meet your individual needs.

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MEDITATION TAHOE YOGA & WELLNESS CENTER 1085 S. Virginia St., Reno (775) 348-9642 www.meditationinnorcal.org Offered every Monday Evening, 6:30-8 p.m. by the Mahakaruna Buddhist Meditation Center. All are welcome for these meditation sessions. Introductory level commentary and meditation. Chairs and floor cushions provided. No special dress requirements. Come after work and learn to meditate to improve your life.

MICROPIGMENTATION CHERYL CHRISTENSEN Circle of Life Spa 5301 Longley Lane #A7 Reno, Nv 89511 (775) 379-9345 www.beautifultransformationsofreno.com Improve Your Self Esteem. Paramedical & cosmetic expertise includes: Scar Camouflaging, Face lifts, burns, dog bites, hair transplants, areola restoration & surgical incisions, camouflaging Birth Defects & Genetic Shortcomings. Permanent Makeup- Eyebrows, eyeliner and lips for men and women including corrective work. Personal Complementary Consultations! Find ad on page 8.

NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN JESSICA EDGE, B.S., N.D. (775) 827-6888 www.rahcc.com Assisting the body’s natural healing process using science-based alternative healthcare. Clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, dietary supplements, lifestyle modifications and hydrotherapy used to address the causes of dis-ease and not just the symptoms. Find ad on page 37. TARA L. FINLEY, O.M.D., N.D. With Brian Finley, P.T., O.C.S., C.O.M.T. (775) 337-1334 www.TheFinleyCenter.com Therapeutic Nutrition, Vitamin/Mineral and Herbal Prescriptions, Bio-identical Hormone Replacement, Acupuncture, Physical Therapy, hydrotherapy, physical exam and lab work are combined to address all aspects of a Healthy Lifestyle, Optimal Health and Disease Prevention. Insurance Accepted. Find ad on page 17

OPTOMETRISTS ADLINGTON EYE CENTER 500 W. Plumb Lane, Suite A Reno, NV 89509 (775) 284-3937 • Personalized Eyecare • Fabulous Eyewear • State-of-the-art Technology • Professional, Experienced Optical Staff Find ad on page 13.

RAW FOODS THE HEALING MEAL, LLC (775) 412-1891 www.thehealingmeal.com Schall Adams, Raw Food Chef and Educator is the founder of The Healing Meal LLC, a company committed to empowering people to live happier, healthier lives by making better food choices. She teaches classes, workshops, and seminars all across the U.S. on the subject of raw food nutrition and cuisine. Find ad on page 25.

REIKI THE MERIDIAN Kim Roubo, Reiki Master Teacher 9393 Gateway Dr. Reno NV 89509 (775) 852-0446 A gentle, safe and effective treatment which calms the Autonomic Nervous System. Reiki allows for mental clarity and physical healing, benefiting people with conditions from chronic pain to emotional stress. Reiki classes available.

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WELLNESS CENTERS INSTITUTE FOR INSPIRED LIVING Cheryl Blossom 85 Washington St, Reno (775) 338-8617 The Institute for Inspired Living is dedicated to integrating many alternative approaches for expanded awareness and healing. Our mission is to provide workshops, seminars, classes and personal sessions that will transform one’s way of living - ultimately life itself. Find ad on page 17.

CLASSIFIEDS Experienced Dental Assistant to work in a general dentistry practice. Call (775) 329-1333 Studio Apts, Art Studios, Art Classes, Retreats, Weddings, Partnership Unions & Penske Truck Rental offered by Wildflower Village. Call the Main Office: (775)747-8848. wildflowervillage.com. Wanted: Part time admin assistant 20 hours per week. Great personality, efficient and excel spread sheet a must. Call (775) 828-4547. Located in Southwest Reno. Wanted: Massage Therapist or Body Worker at an established Massage and Spa in Carson City. This can be commission or rental. Call (775) 888-9988. Beauty Salon, Restaurant, Office and Unique Retail Space at reasonable rates offered by Wildflower Village. Also seeking those interested in doing a community garden. Please contact Pat Campbell-Cozzi at (775) 827-5250 or patcampbellassoc@sbcglobal. net. Wanted: young, high energy sales person. Must be health minded, winning personality, ethical & high achiever. Straight commission. Design your own income!! Not an MLM. Call (775) 828-4547. Classroom space for rent at Institute for Inspired Living. Washington St., Reno. Call Cheryl Blossom (775) 338-8617.

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Art Beneath Our Feet: create a 3’X3’ mosaic as part of the permanent walk/driveways at Wildflower Village. $20. 3 prizes to be awarded July 21st at the Wildflower Gallery. For applications & info, contact Pat Campbell-Cozzi or Patty Melton at( 775) 827-5250; Patty (775)250-4568. www.wildflowervillage.com.

June 2

BARTON FAMILY HEALTH AND WELLNESS DAY. South Lake Tahoe Middle School, South Lake Tahoe, CA. Booths and activities focusing on health for the whole family. 8am –Noon. (530) 5435615. Admission is Free!

June 2nd

The Secret: Quest Workshop. 9am-3pm. Learn more about the Law of Attraction. This full day workshop will focus on: The Magnetic Power of Thought, Mindset to Manifest, Crystal Clear Creation & More. $149 early reservation, $169 at the door. Tamarack Junction, 13101 S. Virgina, Reno. Email actnow@go2ecg.com or call (775) 853-2530 to reserve your space.

June 5th

Institute for Inspired Living presents: The Secret, Accelerated - Free Introduction evening. 7-8:30pm. In this seminar you will be given tools to accelerate the changes that will create & manifest your dreams. Cheryl Blossom will teach you powerful formulas that will fulfill your dreams. Call (775) 338-8617.

June 7th

NV Health Forum Free Lecture. “The Sympathetic Nervous System: Fight or Flight Response Patterns” presented by Tom Ramel, DC. Thursday, 6:30 to 8PM. Reno Council Chambers, 1 E. First Street. 1.5 CEU’s available for Massage Therapists. Contact Virginia Parsons: (775) 850-5823

June 7th, 14th, 21st

Beginner-intermediate Watercolor Classes w/Eileen Fuller. Learn how to paint and draw. Eileen will take away the fear & put in the FUN! Art House, 550 Twin Lakes Road (street west of Wildflower Village Coffee Shop) $100 + materials. Class size limited. Contact Wildflower Village, (775) 787-3769 for more information.

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June 9th

The Institute for Inspired Living (85 Washington St, Reno) presents: The Secret, Accelerated Workshop. Noon to 3pm, $40. Space is limited. Please call Cheryl Blossom (775) 338-8617.

June 9th

Oncology On Canvas. Join us for a day of art & inspiration! Paint a visual of your journey with cancer. Free to all those who have experienced cancer personally or through a loved one. Barton Memorial Hospital, South Lake Tahoe. 11am–2pm. For information call, (530) 543-5615

June 10th

Institute for Inspired Living presents: Reiki I Certification, 10am-5pm. $150. Be attuned and certified to do Reiki. Space is limited- Call to reserve your space. Call Cheryl Blossom (775) 338-8617

June 13th, 18th, 20th, 25th

Intro to Pilates. 6:30pm. Learn about the benefits of Pilates in core strength, improved posture, Increased athletic performance & decreased pain. Learn how to apply the Pilates principles. Presented at Truckee-Donner Recreation & Park District, Truckee,CA. To register call (530) 582-7720.

June 13th

Barton University Stress Management Techniques. Learn about ways to manage stress, including meditation techniques & physical Qi Gong exercises. Barton University, South Lake Tahoe, CA. Information and Registration: (530) 543-5549

June 16th

Picture Framing Workshop. Rebecca Griffin Gross will give a lecture and demonstration in picture framing on Saturday, 15pm at the Wildflower Village Art House. Students will be shown the materials, tools and techniques needed to frame like a pro! $40. To register: (775) 787-3769.

June 18th

LOSE WEIGHT FOR GOOD! Free introductory seminar to the “Mind Over Matter” Weight Loss System. Monday, 7-8 PM. Learn about the Mind/Body Science behind permanent body fat loss. To register call (775) 850-5823. Virginia Parsons. www.VirginiaParsons.com

June 19th - July

(3 class series) Infant Massage. Instruction includes Swedish & Indian Massage techniques, specifically developed to benefit a baby’s circulation, digestion & respiration. Barton University, S. Lake Tahoe, CA. Information & Registration: (530) 549-5549

June 21st

Empower Your Inner Mind For Success! You have the power to change your life for GOOD. Learn the facts about hypnosis and the empowering benefits of learning self-hypnosis. Receive “Goal Imaging” CD. $10.00. Thursday, 7-8PM. South Meadows Executive Suites. For reservation: Virginia Parsons (775) 850-5823

June 23rd

Get to Know Your Neighbor Day! Please consider doing a gathering in your neighborhood or just go out and say hello to your neighbors. To find out more about Neighbor Day in your neighborhood, go to www.itstimereno.org/neighbor.asp.

June 23rd

“Nevada On Napkins” a unique show to benefit Scenic Nevada. 6pm-8pm. Hors d’oeuvres, wine & soft drinks will be served. The art will be featured during Artown. For info: Patty Melton at (775)787-3769 or Pat Campbell- Cozzi at (775)787-3769. wildflowervillage.com.

June 28 – July 1, 2007

Visionary Craniosacral WorkTM, 9am -6pm. Reno, Nevada. Giorgia Milne will introduce technical & intuitive approaches to the Work. $600. More info: Natalie Little, 775-746-8300, yogawithnatalie@ yahoo.com, or www.milneinstitute.com

June 30th

Institute for Inspired Living presents: Reiki I Certification, 10am-5pm. $150. Be attuned and certified to do Reiki. Space is limited -Call to reserve your space. Cheryl Blossom: (775) 338-8617

July 1st

Institute for Inspired Living presents: Reiki II Certification, 10am-5pm. $150. Be attuned to the higher levels of Reiki and get certified to do Reiki at the second level. Space is limited - Call to reserve your space. Cheryl Blossom: (775) 338-8617

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