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9 Purpose 10 Key factor in children’s health 11 Baseball stat, abbr.

13 Therefore 14 Approximate arrival time, abbr.

15 Essential oil produced from the blossom of the bitter orange tree 18 Leave 19 Rain unit 21 Protein filled shellfish with a low carbon footprint 25 Give the OK 26 Golf hole start 27 Original manufacturer’s equipment, abbr.

29 Perseverance 30 Refined ____: many sources confirm this is bad for a kid’s health 33 One of the best ways for parents to help their kids learn how to live a good life, 3 words 35 Hospital unit for dire situations, abbr.

36 Type of salmon 37 Small whirlpool Down 1 Shellfish type (one of of the most sustainable proteins on the planet) 2 Label 3 Natural 4 Consume 5 Herb used in omelets, fish dishes, potatoes and soups, ______s 6 Coast Guard rank, abbr.

7 Honest 8 “See ya” 12 Concerning 15 Bouquet for a wine 16 Aromatic plant 17 Encompassing all resources in medicine or other disciplines 18 Stomach in slang 19 Processes food 20 Fido or Tabby, for example 22 Kind of oil or seed 23 Record 24 Ocean plant full of antioxidants 28 Form of address 31 “. . . with a banjo on my ___” 32 Shaft for a rotating wheel under a car 34 Before as a prefix See Answers on Page 31 or Text NAHTX to 66866.

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Save Energy, Save Money, Save the Planet

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Raising a WellRounded Child Practical Ways to Build Lasting Life Skills

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Sustainable Shellfish Superfood of the Sea

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letter from publishers Greetings from The Cabin!

Our theme this month is self-empowerment, which is a really broad category. I’d like to focus on our Conscious Eating department because the topic of eating seafood may raise some questions considering our commitment to plant-based eating.

Several years ago, I attended a Sunday night lecture at the International Society of Krishna Consciousness temple.

The speaker was talking about renunciation, meaning giving up things such eating meat for spiritual reasons. I was shocked when he told us that you do not have to renounce everything all at once. Instant renunciation or total renunciation isn’t required or even desirable, and there should be no judgement of someone who is not as far along on the path of renunciation as you are. I had wrongly assumed that because Krishna devotees are strict lacto-vegetarians they would expect everyone to be one, too. Knowing that this was not the case made me feel more at ease with myself and more comfortable around them, knowing that I was not being judged.

People choose various plant-based diets for various reasons. For some, it is for the spiritual purposes, for others it is the health benefits and for others, ethical or environmental reasons. The lesson is that eating seafood, particularly shellfish, is healthier than eating red meat, and that if you are going to eat seafood, it is more environmentally friendly to choose seafood that has been raised in a sustainable manner. We have also included some suggestions for preparing vegan “seafood” so that you have that option available. Try it, you might like it. Plant-based eating doesn’t have to be tasteless or feel restrictive.

So, whatever your path toward better health and a healthier planet is and wherever you are along that path, know that we are here to support you. Oh, and while you are reading this month’s issue, please take note of our advertisers that make this publication possible and support their businesses whenever possible. Like the old TV commercial used to say, “Tell them that Cindy and Mike at Natural Awakenings sent you.”

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Time to Start Gardening Carol Burton, director of garden education, at Urban Harvest, will present Ecological Gardening: Fruit and Veggies for Summer to Fall at 6 p.m., August 28, online.

Gardening and growing fruit, vegetables and herbs organically is easy when recreating systems of nature to incorporate plants for wildlife and for people.

Gardening in the Gulf Coast climate allows us to grow year-round. Burton will explore the seasons from summer gardening strategies to fall transitions for a bumper cool season crop and the top five fruit trees to get started. Time for interactive discussion with the speaker will be provided.

Admission is free. Register at Tinyurl.com/UrbanHarvestGardening. For more information, email gcs.lrc@gmail.com.

Attend Yoga Convention Live or Online The Self-Realization Fellowship (SRF) 2022 World Convocation will take place from August 14 through 20, online and in person at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel, in Los Angeles. It wil feature meditations, kirtans, and classes on the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi. More than 30,000 people around the world registered last year.

Widely regarded as the father of yoga in the West, Yogananda introduced India’s ancient science of yoga to millions through his transcontinental public lecture tours during the 1920s and 1930s, his many published works, and his SRF lessons, a home study series on the science and meditation techniques of kriya (raja) yoga.

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Debut of New Informative Organic Fair The Organic Horticulture Benefits Alliance inaugural organic fair, OHBAPalooza, will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., August 6, at United Way of Greater Houston. With classes, numerous exhibitors, networking and dynamic speakers from all over the country covering a wide variety of powerful and relevant organic horticulture and human health topics, subjects include organic gardening techniques, permaculture, soil science, herb and vegetable growing and amazing beneficial organic health practices.

Clinton Ober, CEO of Earth FX, Inc., will lead a class, Using the Earth’s Forces to Heal. Other experts include Bob Randall, Ph.D., a food systems anthropologist; Brianne Bernsen, of Plum Fabulous Foods; Blair Johnson, a certified nutritional consultant; Lisa Morano, professor of biology and microbiology at the University of Houston-Downtown; Mila McManus, M.D.; and Justin Duncan, a sustainable agriculture specialist with the National Center for Appropriate Technology Southwest Regional Office; as well as Skip Richter, Molly Pikarsky and Mark Voderbruggen, Ph.D. Admission is $50 for OHBA members, $75 for non-members. Location: 50 Waugh Dr., Houston. Register at ohbaonline.org/register. For more information, visit ohbaonline.org/details and ohbaonline.org/speaker-info.

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The Brain/Meditation Connection The Dawn Mountain Tibetan Buddhist Temple is sponsoring a six-hour online class, Neurobiology of Meditation, at 9 a.m., August 13 and 20 taught by Deana Bodnar. She holds a Ph.D. in neurobiology from Berkeley and brings research from some of the foremost scholars in the field to link habitual emotions and thought patterns to specific areas of the brain.

The class wil be of interest to people that have a meditation practice or are thinking about developing one, and beginners.

By explaining how meditative practices can influence habitual patterns, Bodnar provides students with the means to test the effects of meditation practices for themselves. Meditation has benefits such as lowering anxiety, depression and anger by creating more spaciousness between reactions and responses. At the same time, joy, equanimity, love and compassion can grow.

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Free Online Environmental Series Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church will present The Big Four—Major Global Environmental Issues: Their Causes, Effects & Solutions in an online format at 6 p.m. on five dates: August 16: Freshwater Scarcity, with Professor Robert Mace; August 18: Plastic Pollution, with Professor Hyun-Min Hwang; August 23: Air Pollution, with Professor Gunnar Schade; August 25: Climate Change, with Professor Sylvia Dee; and August 30: Biodiversity Loss, with Professor Kerri Crawford.

Ten years ago, the Organization for Economic Cooperation & Development (OECD) published OECD Environmental Outlook to 2050: The Consequences of Inaction identifying four major global environmental issues requiring immediate action: climate change, biodiversity, freshwater and health impacts of pollution. These same key environmental challenges are still with us. Five eminent speakers will discuss their effects and possible solutions.

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Follow a Mediterranean Diet to Tackle Depression Depression has risen during the pandemic among people ages 18 to 24. A recent Rutgers University survey found that half of a group of young adults reported moderate or severe symptoms of depression and another 23 percent noted milder symptoms. A new Australian study points to an effective strategy: a Mediterranean diet. Researchers from the University of Technology Sydney tested 72 men with depression between 18 and 25 years of age. After 12 weeks, those in the group that ate colorful vegetables, legumes, whole grains, oily fish, olive oil and raw, unsalted nuts had significantly lower levels of depression and reported a higher quality of life compared to those in the control group that did not cut back on fast foods, sugar and red meats.

“We were surprised by how willing the young men were to take on a new diet,” says lead researcher Jessica Bayes.

“Many were keen to continue the diet once the study ended, which shows how effective, tolerable and worthwhile they found the intervention. It suggests that medical doctors and psychologists should consider referring depressed young men to a nutritionist or dietitian as an important component of treating clinical depression.”

health briefs

Avoid Anti-Inflammatory Drugs to Lower Long-Term Pain Risk Taking anti-inflammatory drugs for pain relief can actually lead to chronic long-term pain, say researchers from Canada’s McGill University in the journal Science Translational Medicine. They found evidence of less healing in 98 lower back pain patients that took steroids or a non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) compared to participants that did not take such medications. A similar study on mice led to the conclusion that NSAIDs and steroids increased the tendency for prolonged, chronic pain. Examples of NSAIDs are ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac, celecoxib and high-dose aspirin.

Analyzing the records of 500,000 people in the UK, the researchers also found that those taking anti-inflammatory drugs to treat pain were more likely to still have that pain two to 10 years later. The study authors theorize that lowering inflammation blocks the activity of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell that sets the stage for tissue damage repair. “Inflammation occurs for a reason, and it looks like it’s dangerous to interfere with it,” says senior author Jeffrey S. Mogil, Ph.D.

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Eat Green and Orange Produce to Lower Dementia Risk Green veggies and orange fruits can help stave off dementia, according to new findings from the National Institutes of Health’s National Institute on Aging. Researchers gave 7,283 people physical exams and blood tests, and then monitored them for dementia symptoms for 16 years. Those with higher levels of lutein, zeaxanthin and beta-cryptoxanthin in their blood had significantly less incidence of dementia compared to those with lower levels of these antioxidants. Lutein and zeaxanthin are found in green, leafy vegetables like spinach, kale, peas and broccoli. Beta-cryptoxanthin is found in orange fruits like papaya, oranges and persimmons.

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Abandoned Farmland Regeneration Can Mitigate Climate Change A new study, “Rural Land Abandonment Is Too Ephemeral to Provide Major Benefits for Biodiversity and Climate,” from the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs published in the journal Science Advances analyzed the phenomenon of farmers worldwide moving to urban centers due to finances, conflicts or climate change. This rural outmigration is leaving hundreds of millions of acres of cropland abandoned, affording an opportunity for ecological restoration and carbon sequestration that could lead to a positive impact on the climate crisis if the land is allowed to regenerate. The report states, “Unless policymakers take steps to reduce recultivation or provide incentives for regeneration, abandonment will remain a missed opportunity to reduce biodiversity loss and climate change.”

David Wilcove, professor of ecology and evolutionary biology and public affairs at the High Meadows Environmental Institute, one of the co-authors of the study, says, “As people move from rural areas into cities, there is a chance for wildlife and the climate to gain ground, literally, as abandoned farms and pastures revert back to forests and grasslands.” However, he also notes, “Our work shows that this is not happening, because the abandoned lands are being rapidly recultivated.”

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Fashion Industry Sustainability Campaigns Fall Short The Changing Markets Foundation, founded in 2015 and based in the Netherlands, discovered that environmental certification programs claiming to verify the sustainability of fashion brands facilitate “greenwashing” for the apparel industry. A recent report proposes the certification programs provide, at best, a “patchy promise of sustainability.” The organization’s analysis of voluntary efforts designed to reduce fashion’s growing environmental footprint found the efforts instead led to increased pollution, and are helping to solidify the industry’s reliance on nonrenewable resources.

The report, which evaluated 10 of the most prominent sustainability certification programs for the fashion industry, states that fashion retailers are “lauded for working towards the reduction of plastic hangers, bags and other packaging, while their huge and growing use of plastic for clothes passes under the radar.”

George Harding-Rolls, a campaign manager at Changing Markets and lead author of the report, says, “Waste increases, utilization of clothes decreases and reliance on fossil fuels increases, yet these schemes continue to exist and say that sustainable fashion is just around the corner. This is actually preventing us from taking the more systemic action that we need, such as more regulation and legislation.”

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Mini-Amazon

Brazilian Atlantic Forest Faces Danger The enormous green blob of Amazon rainforest that dominates Brazil’s interior known as the “lungs of the world” has become a familiar topic of preservation. But there is another important region along the coast, the Mata Atlantica, that is fighting for its life against overdevelopment, where deforestation surged 66 percent last year. A report from SOS Mata Atlantica documents the loss of 53,479 acres of forest cover from November 2020 to October 2021, up two-thirds from the previous year based on satellite monitoring data, releasing around 11 million tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.

SOS spokesman Luis Guedes Pinto says, “We weren’t expecting such a huge increase. We thought the Atlantic forest would be a bit more immune to the explosion of deforestation (in other parts of Brazil) as a region with more governance and policing.” Critics cite the government undermining environmental protection programs to benefit agribusiness. Since 2019, average annual deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon overall has increased by 75 percent from the previous decade, according to official figures.

“Research shows the Atlantic forest is one of the biomes that will have to be urgently restored if we are to reach the goal of holding global warming to 1.5 degrees C in line with the Paris climate accord,” says Pinto.

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Save Energy, Save Money, Save the Planet Reliant Energy offers fixed-price plans, month-to-month plans and renewable plans to Houston consumers for their electrical needs. They also have some good advice about how to conserve the stuff to save money and the environment.

Washer and Dryers l When washing clothes, run larger loads instead of several smaller loads to reduce energy usage. l Opt for cold water when washing clothes, as most of the electricity used comes from heating the water. l Run two or more loads of laundry in the dryer back-toback to get the most out of the heat buildup. l Take advantage of the dryer’s moisture sensor, which ends the cycle once clothes are dry. l Clean the lint tray after every dryer load to cut down on how hard the dryer must work.

Refrigerators and Freezers l Replace old refrigerators with newer ones, because newer models generally consume less energy. Look for the Energy Star logo when purchasing a new refrigerator. l Cover all liquids in the refrigerator, as moisture inside can require the unit to use more electricity. l Avoid storing the freezer in the garage, because high temperatures make the unit work harder.

Ovens and Stoves l Use the right size pot on burners and secure pans with tight-fitting lids to contain heat. l Microwave to reheat food instead of using the oven to reduce energy required.

Grill outdoors in the summer. Cooking indoors raises the heat, requiring the air conditioner to use more electricity.

Dishwashers l Wait until the dishwasher is full before running the load.

Avoid using the heat-dry option, which increases the electricity usage. l Scrape dishes after eating rather than rinsing them later, which uses lots of water and energy.

Water Heaters l Purchase an energy-efficient water heater to save energy in the long-term. l Upon installation, the water heater is typically set at a higher temperature than necessary; turning down the temperature allows it to consume less energy. l Install low-flow fixtures to use less water per minute. ure you feel around your home.

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Nature’s Virus Killer Copper can stop a virus before it starts

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cientists have discovered a with a tip to fit in the bottom of the natural way to kill germs fast. nostril, where viruses collect.

Now thousands of people When he felt a tickle in his nose are using it against viruses and bacteria like a cold about to start, he rubbed that cause illness. the copper gently in his nose for 60 Colds and seconds. many other “It illnesses start worked!” he when viruses exclaimed. get in your “The cold nose and never multiply. If happened. you don’t stop I used to them early, get 2-3 bad they spread colds every and cause year. Now New research: Copper kills viruses in seconds. misery.

I use my Hundreds of studies confirm copper device whenever I feel a sign I am about kills viruses and bacteria almost to get sick.” instantly just by touch.

He hasn’t had a cold in 10 years.

That’s why ancient Greeks and Users say: Egyptians used copper to purify water “It works! I love it!” and heal wounds. They didn’t know “I can’t believe how good my nose about viruses and bacteria, but now we feels.” do.

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“The antimicrobial activity of copper “One of the best presents ever.” is well established.” National Institutes “Sixteen flights, not a sniffle!” of Health.

Scientists say copper’s high “Cold sores gone!” conductance disrupts the electrical “It saved me last holidays. The kids balance in a microbe cell and destroys it all got sick, but not me.” in seconds.

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MRSA and other illnesses by over half, and saved lives.

After his first success with it, he The strong scientific evidence asked relatives and friends to try it. gave inventor Doug Cornell an idea.

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Soon hundreds of people had tried it.

99% said copper worked if they used it right away at the first sign of germs, like a tickle in the nose or a scratchy throat.

Longtime users say they haven’t been sick in years. They have less stress, less medical costs, and more time to enjoy life.

Customers report using copper against: Colds Flu Virus variants Sinus trouble Cold sores Fever blisters Canker sores Strep Night stuffiness Morning congestion Skin infections Infected sores Infected wounds Styes Ringworm Other microbial threats

The handle is curved and textured to increase contact. Copper can kill germs picked up on fingers and hands after you touch things other people have touched.

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RAISING A WELL-ROUNDED CHILD PRACTICAL WAYS TO BUILD LASTING LIFE SKILLS

by Marlaina Donato

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hildhood is a time of magical discovery and a training ground for adult life. Yet today’s world introduces unprecedented problems that can challenge a child’s bedrock: escalating violence including mass shootings, bullying, social media pressure, environmental crises and cultural conflict, not to mention the COVID-19 lockdowns.

For kids to develop the solid foundation they will need in these trying times, a powerful approach is a full-spectrum one that rounds out their experiences and skills, while instilling confidence and resilience. It includes a broad-based education, artistic and cultural exploration, experiences of diverse cultures, training in mind-body tools, healthy eating habits and connecting with nature. These facets enable children to cope, adapt and thrive in a changing world. It gives them the necessary building blocks for the rest of their lives, which has an invaluable return for all of us now and for future generations.

The Parental Toolbox Boston-based Casey O’Brien Martin, an expressive arts therapist and author of Skills for Big Feelings: A Guide for Teaching Kids Relaxation, Regulation, and Coping Techniques, defines a well-rounded child as “one who is balanced in the many different areas of their life: socially with friends and by having their own interests and hobbies; physically by being active and eating nourishing foods; emotionally by accepting and acknowledging their feelings and using coping skills to deal with uncomfortable or stressful situations.”

Encouraging kids to try new things—and allowing them to experience failure—affects how they respond to life. “Well-rounded children are flexible in their thinking toward changes in schedule or environment, have been exposed to boundaries and as they mature, can apply their different experiences to their understanding of safety, social skills, fundamental learning and communication,” says April Christopherson, an occupational therapist and owner of Exploration Kids Therapy, in Gunnison, Colorado.

Kids keenly observe and try on adult behavior, and in this practice lies tremendous potential. “One of the very best things parents, caregivers and educators can do is to model healthy coping skills. Just telling kids what to do is not enough. We need to walk the talk, too,” Martin says. Attaining family balance is key to avoid overscheduling and feeling overwhelmed, especially if prompting kids to follow their bliss. Integrating mindfulness techniques like meditation, yoga and sensory engagement into a household’s everyday routines can help to fortify emotional stability when kids experience rough waters.

“When kids learn to focus on their breathing, it helps to bring their attention to the present moment. By practicing mindfulness daily, these practices become second nature, and kids are able to tap into them whenever they need to. By teaching children these tools at a young age, we are planting seeds that they will be able to grow and cultivate throughout their lives,” says

Maura Bradley, founder of Bee You Yoga and Mindfulness, in Manasquan, New Jersey. The author of Mindfulness For Kids In 10 Minutes A Day emphasizes that mindfulness can be a formal or informal practice, can involve the entire family and does not require a lot of time. It can be as simple as taking a moment each morning to connect with each other, notice the weather or play an “eye spy” game on the way to school.

Christopherson concurs: “I suggest a child practice meditation, breathwork and mindfulness, first together with a parent or caregiver to get familiar with the practices, and then practice the techniques during non-stressful times.”

The Colors of Learning Focusing on grades with a one-size-fits-all educational model poses many problems, and changing times demand a broader, more vibrant paradigm. COVID-19 lockdowns brought radical changes to the classroom, and more than ever, parents are opting for a more holistic approach with various methods of homeschooling or whole-child curriculums like those offered at Waldorf, Sudbury and Montessori schools. Alternative learning presents the world as a laboratory, goes beyond math, reading and science, and endorses character-building immersion in community, compassion and culture.

“Montessori learning stresses the beauty of nature,” says Ruth Tencati, a Montessori teacher in Charlotte, North Carolina. “Geography, music, art and practical life skills are taught.

Ideally, each child is given lessons that balance learning in all areas and at the right time for each child’s level of skill and curiosity.” Students are given peace education, “where they are encouraged to think of others, as well as themselves, and to see themselves as part of a community of learners,” she says. Tencati views technology as an ally when it is used to deepen students’ understanding of lessons, but believes it should never be used as a pacifier.

Familiarity with the arts is key to a well-rounded view of life, but the number of school-based arts programs has been declining since 1980 due to a heavy focus on standardized testing. To assess the impact of art on children, Rice University researchers ran a randomized controlled trial in 2019 with 10,548 students enrolled in 42 schools in the Houston area. They found that students that participated in the arts at elementary and middle school levels improved their writing skills, increased their compassion for others and were less likely to misbehave in class.

In lieu of school-based art programs, kids can learn from virtual tours designed specifically for them by the Louvre, the Van Gogh Museum and other outstanding art museums. For a fun dive into history, the British Museum, Boston Children’s Museum and the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History bring the past to life with online “field trips” just for kids.

When kids learn about other cultures, religions, languages and belief systems, it increases their capacity for empathy and the ability to see different perspectives, a trait often found in successful adults. To introduce kids to an expanded worldview,

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families can enjoy a weekly ethnic meal, go to local heritage festivals and celebrate the holidays of different countries.

Food for Life Giving a child lifelong tools includes instilling a healthy respect for good health. Positive eating habits have been shown to boost academic performance and lessen the potential for speech and language acquisition delays. Research on laboratory animals by the University of Georgia in 2021 published in Translational Psychiatry showed that sugar consumption in adolescence diminished learning capacity even into adulthood, possibly due to imbalances in gut bacteria.

“Hundreds of studies identify nutrition as one of the most critical factors in the development of robust brains,” says Lorie Eber, a holistic nutritionist in Orange County, California. “Consumption of whole foods such as eggs (choline), oily fish (omega-3 fatty acids), vegetables (folate and antioxidants), beans (zinc) and Greek yogurt (gut health) are vital for the healthy development of children’s brains in the first years of life.”

Nutrition has a measurable impact on psychological health, she says. “Diets high in refined sugars and saturated fats increase the risk of kids developing hyperactivity and ADHD. Children who skip breakfast have difficulty concentrating and low moods, which detract from learning.”

Eber encourages children’s participation in meal planning and food preparation, as well as weekly excursions to farmers markets, to experience the colors and tastes of local produce. “All of these things will lay the foundation for your children to develop a healthy relationship with food. That is a rare gift in today’s food-centric society.”

Natural Instincts Connecting to nature is not only good for growing bodies, but also for self-image. A 2018 systematic review of 35 studies published in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health shows time spent outdoors positively impacts young people’s mental health.

Research conducted by the Institute of Education at University College London drives it home even further: Primary school children that connected with nature in brief Wildlife Trust programs felt better about themselves and experienced more positive relationships with their teachers and classmates. Adding to Mother Nature’s feel-good benefits, exercise during childhood and adolescence, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, lowers the risk of depression, improves academic performance and reduces the risk for chronic diseases later in life.

In the end, parenting is about doing our best for our children while being human. “Being a parent is hard. One of my mantras for myself is ‘grace, gratitude and grit,’” muses Martin. “Giving grace to myself by forgiving myself for my parenting mistakes, being grateful for my family and having grit to keep persevering and working hard to build a good life for my family.”

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Each parent’s formula might be different, but the basics never get old. “Let a child experience life! Give them opportunities to get into nature, play with non-toy items, interact with animals and support their curiosity,” advises Christopherson. “Be safe, but let your kids be kids.”

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TAKEAWAYS FROM CHILDHOOD EXPERTS

SOME SOUND STRATEGIES FOR CHILD-RAISING

n Expose kids to different cultures and countries to broaden their horizons and instill compassion and tolerance.

n Encourage unstructured playtime, spontaneity and social interaction, while allowing kids to also value solitude and the enjoyment of their own company.

n Foster creativity with such strategies as simple arts and crafts, keeping a nature journal, taking up a performing art, taking virtual museum tours or learning about the history of an art form.

n Schedule time in nature for fresh air and plenty of physical activity.

n Don’t overthink parenting. Like children, parents learn as they go, and it’s a collaboration.

n Cheer effort more than ability. Instill their striving for personal excellence without adding any expectation or pressure.

n Practice self-care and be an example of what living a healthy, joyful life looks like.

n Provide a predictable, low-stress routine; encourage participation in household chores and enforce boundaries.

n Teach children a sense of gratitude. n Provide kids with tools to manage everyday emotions with simple mindfulness practices, calm breathing and engaging the senses.

n Encourage children to express themselves and communicate their feelings and needs.

n Teach kids that good health is wealth.

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Sustainable Shellfish SUPERFOOD OF THE SEA

by April Thompson

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he perfect food may not be underfoot, but rather, underwater.

It’s delicious, fast-growing, nutritionally dense, sustainably produced, locally available from coast to coast and comes in nature’s own sturdy packaging.

“Shellfish is the most sustainable protein on the planet. There are no antibiotics, no pesticides, no fertilizer and no feed needed to raise shellfish,” says Bob Rheault, executive director of the East Coast Shellfish Growers Association, which represents 1,500 shellfish farmers from Maine to Florida.

Shellfish is a nutritional powerhouse, providing proteins, essential amino acids, long-chain polyunsaturated fats, vitamins and carotenoids. The drastically shorter life cycle of shellfish compared to other farmed seafood also means shellfish producers can generate more food more quickly.

Shellfish also offer many ecological benefits; they filter the water, remove excess nutrients and create habitat for juvenile fish, Rheault says. A single oyster can filter up to 50 gallons of water per day, according to the Oyster Recovery Partnership, an organization that restores reefs in conjunction with a shell recycling network of restaurants and public drop sites across the mid-Atlantic region.

Ray Hilborn, a biologist and professor at the University of Washington School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences, in Seattle, has compared the relative environmental costs of different food sources, including grains, poultry and imitation, plant-based meats. He has found that farmed shellfish, specifically mollusks like oysters, clams and mussels, provide the lowest impact protein of them all. “Shellfish has a very low carbon footprint and enormous yield per area,” he says. “Mussel farms, for example, are pretty much just

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“Shellfish has a very low carbon footprint and enormous yield per area.”

Ray Hilborn ropes hung from rafts, with no changes to the ecosystem or loss of biodiversity, as compared to agriculture.”

Bivalve shellfish like clams and oysters are mainly sourced from farms because wild stocks are largely depleted due to overharvesting, habitat loss and other contributing factors. “Somewhere around 90 percent of mussels and oysters on the market are farmed,” Rheault says. “If you see perfect-looking oysters at the raw bar, you know they are farmed. Out of the wild, they can look gnarly.”

Restorative aquaculture, which produces seafood using scientific principles that enhance coastal environments, may be one of the best opportunities to restore ecosystems while feeding the Earth’s growing population, according to a report from The Nature Conservancy. However, Hilborn points to “the impact of food, not just how it’s grown, but how it got to you.” Processed shellfish has a bigger carbon footprint, so it’s ecologically desirable to look for fresh, local options whenever possible.

Local production has a culinary benefit, too. “Every waterway has its own unique ‘merroir’, or flavor, that comes from the local environment. The differing levels of salinity and minerality, among other things, can lead to a very different flavor,” adds Rheault. While there is only one dominant species of oyster on the East Coast, there are three varieties found on the West Coast and dozens more around the world, each with different flavor profiles, according to Rheault; oysters also have differing flavors throughout the year. “Fall oysters have a rich, full flavor; they can be skinny in the spring. I like them in winter best of all.”

Perry Raso, owner of the Matunuck Oyster Bar and Farm, in Wakefield, Rhode Island, and a leader in the growing shellfish farming industry, grew up digging littleneck clams as a youngster. He earned a graduate degree in aquaculture before launching and growing a multifaceted business, including a restaurant, a seven-acre oyster farm and an organic vegetable farm. He raises and sells more than 1 million mature oysters a year and also supplies 5 million seed oysters to other aqua farmers.

Voted one of the top 20 seafood restaurants in the country by Time Out, Matunuck Oyster Bar serves several shellfish delicacies, including a classic oyster stew made with rosemary broth, scallop ceviche, quinoa crab salad and oysters on the half shell with a cucumber passionfruit gazpacho. The menu also features “vegan scallops” made from seared king oyster mushrooms.

Rheault’s favorite way to eat an oyster, though, is simply with two drops of lime. “The lime knocks out your salt receptors and allows you to really taste the other flavors,” he says. “Grilling is another great way to introduce people to oysters. You don’t even need to shuck them; the grilling firms up the meat.”

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

VEGAN SHELLFISH ALTERNATIVES Vegans or people with shellfish allergies can still enjoy the rich umami flavor of an oyster or clam with a little creativity. Here are a few suggested alternatives.

King oyster mushrooms: This mushroom is a misnomer perhaps, as its meaty stem, sliced in one-inch sections and sautéed or broiled, looks and tastes more like a scallop than an oyster. In general, mushrooms have a similar mouthfeel to shellfish: The chitin found in the shells of crustaceans are also a key compound in fungi. They can be added to many dishes as a satisfying substitute for seafood and other animal proteins.

However, shellfish and mushroom allergies can overlap as a result of chitin sensitivities, so allergy sufferers should proceed with caution.

Seaweed: Kelp, dulse and other edible algae can also add a touch of that salty, sea-kissed flavor of shellfish, as well as important trace minerals and antioxidants, to dishes like chowders and stews without adding empty calories.

Heart of palm: The tender chewy texture of hearts of palm, flavored well, can serve as a surprising proxy for shellfish and seafood, particularly for rich dishes like fried calamari, lobster rolls or crab salad.

For those seeking a plant-based diet for ethical or other reasons, it’s worth noting that a subset of vegans believe that consuming oysters and mussels does not contradict their commitment to a compassionate diet, given that bivalves lack a central nervous system. This somewhat controversial offshoot of veganism even has its own name—ostroveganism, from the Latin word ostrea, meaning oyster.

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Praise Effort, Not Intelligence

Mindful Kudos BEST WAYS TO PRAISE KIDS AND BOOST SELF-CONFIDENCE

by Ronica O’Hara

Numerous studies have found that when children are repeatedly given accolades for their intellect or talent, they can come to believe those traits are innate and fixed, which then makes them more fearful of failing or even encountering challenges. On the other hand, when kids are taught that success depends on continued effort and hard work, they are more likely to seek out challenges, apply themselves to tough tasks and be resilient in the face of failure. Suggested parental statements include: “I like the way you tried a lot of different strategies on that math problem until you finally got it.” “That was a hard English assignment, but you stuck with it until you got it done.” “Mistakes are so interesting. Let’s see what we can learn from it.”

Don’t Go Over the Top

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iving ample kudos to our kids is an everyday part of parenting. To motivate youngsters to excel in school and activities, we pat them on the back repeatedly in ways that were unimaginable a century ago, when even kissing babies was frowned upon by many. In one survey, 85 percent of American parents said that praising their children’s ability or intelligence when they perform well helps kids feel smarter.

But praise turns out to be a double-edged sword, as recent decades of psychological and educational research have made clear. Yes, praise can build character, motivation and resilience, just as parents hope. But when done unskillfully, say psychologists, it can have the opposite effect and actually lower children’s confidence, dampen their motivation and stifle intellectual growth. Some of the research-based advice that has emerged includes:

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Paradoxically, getting praised too lavishly can shake children and make them less likely to take risks. “Research has shown that extreme praise—using words like “incredible” or “best ever”—can create an excessive expectation that the child can feel incapable of meeting. They tend to become less tolerant of their mistakes, and tolerance of mistakes is a critical element in ultimate success,” says clinical psychologist John F. Tholen, Ph.D., in Seal Beach, California, author of Focused Positivity. Excessive praise can also nudge overconfident children toward narcissism, especially if it involves comparison with other children.

Focus on Character and Agency

When children are praised for positive aspects of their character such as being kind, resourceful or helpful, they are more likely to be generous and openhearted with others. Researchers have also found that when parents focus on and support a child’s self-determined reasons for engaging in a task, it increases the child’s sense of agency and capacity to act effectively, which helps them to

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“You made that decision very carefully and wisely.” “You were very kind in how you made the new girl feel welcome.” “It’s great to see how determined you are to do something exciting for your science fair project.”

Be Specific Research shows that when praise is general or sweeping, like, “Good job!”, kids tend to doubt its sincerity, whereas praise that gives more information is felt by them to be meaningful.

“Focusing on increasing the specificity of the praise allows children to learn more quickly which behaviors you like and want to see more frequently,” says pediatric psychologist Alyssa Fritz, Ph.D., of the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Institute for Brain Protection Sciences, in St. Petersburg, Florida. “A good rule of thumb is to provide three instances of specific positive attention for every one command or correction.” Suggested parental statements are: “You kept practicing pumping your legs on the swing, and now you can do it!” “Thank you so much for cleaning up the garage.

I really appreciate how hard you worked.” “That was a tough skill to learn on the ball field, but you kept at it until you could do it.”

Be Sincere If children detect insincerity in a parent’s praise, they may assume they are being manipulated or misunderstood. Older kids in particular have a keen ear for offhand words of meaningless praise. “Be enthusiastic, while remaining genuine. Praise those things that truly make your heart warm, or make your day easier, or make you proud of your child’s progress,” says Carole Swiecicki, Ph.D., a psychologist and owner of Harbor Maple Counseling and Psychological Services, in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. “Even small statements, when said from the heart, have a positive impact on children.”

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

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Soothing Scents

TOP EIGHT ESSENTIAL OILS FOR ANXIETY RELIEF

by Karolyn Gazella and Natacha Montpellier

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ssential oils are highly concentrated compounds extracted from aromatic plants that are used in aromatherapy for a variety of conditions. These fragrant oils have been incorporated into wellness practices for thousands of years, and decades of research confirm their benefits, especially their effects on mental health and well-being.

Breathing in essential oils, whether applied topically or inhaled when diffused in the air, has been shown to improve mood and mental wellness by triggering the release of calming neurochemicals such as gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the nerve centers of the brain. In particular, eight unique essential oils for anxiety have been explored in scientific literature.

1. BERGAMOT

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The citrus essential oil bergamot (Citrus bergamia), taken either alone or with other oils, has been shown to help ease symptoms of anxiety and stress. A 2017 pilot study found that bergamot oil diffused into the air helped reduce anxiety and improve mental health and overall well-being in patients in the waiting room of a mental health treatment facility.

2. CLARY SAGE

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The earthy, floral scent of clary sage (Salvia sclarea) may also help with anxiety. A 2013 study featuring women undergoing a stressful medical exam found that inhaling clary sage essential oil not only led to a subjective relaxation response, but also lowered blood pressure. Researchers noted a decreasing trend in salivary cortisol concentrations, a measure of stress; however, it was not significantly different compared to a placebo. Nevertheless, the reduced pressure suggests that clary sage may have stress-lowering capabilities.

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3. FRANKINCENSE

Some of the methods for using essential oils include:

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Frankincense (Boswellia sacra) comes from the resin of the Boswellia tree and has a woody aroma. A 2011 study found that anxiety levels of women were decreased in the first stage of labor when a combination of frankincense and other calming oils were used topically.

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n Spread through the air via a room diffuser (three to four drops) n Inhaled directly from a cotton pad or tissue (one to two drops) or from a bottle itself n As a massage fragrance by adding one to two drops per two tablespoons of massage oil or lotion

4. LAVENDER Lavender (Lavandula) oil has long been used topically and aromatically as a calming agent. Research has shown the benefit of inhaling lavender oil in a variety of anxiety-provoking medical scenarios, including cosmetic surgery, preoperative anxiety and postpartum anxiety. While most essential oils should not be taken orally, standardized lavender essential oil found in dietary supplement form has been shown to be safe and effective in easing anxiety when inhaled and taken orally.

5. LEMON BALM Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis L.) has been proven to have anxiolytic, mood-enhancing and cognitive-improving effects in a variety of human clinical trials. As a dietary supplement and inhaled as an essential oil, lemon balm may help reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety.

Added to bath water (six to 12 drops)

7. ROSE As with most other essential oils, rose (Rosa) water has been used since ancient times to enhance health and healing, including mental health. A 2016 study involving hemodialysis patients found that inhaling rose water helped noticeably improve symptoms of anxiety. A 2019 randomized, controlled trial found that inhalation of both rose and neroli essential oils helped improve the psychological, physical and social symptoms associated with premenstrual syndrome.

8. YLANG YLANG Often used in the fragrance industry, ylang ylang (Cananga odorata) has a slightly sweet and floral aroma. Research shows that inhaling the essential oil of ylang ylang may help reduce blood pressure and symptoms of depression and anxiety.

6. NEROLI Neroli oil comes from the Citrus aurantium plant and has been found to help with symptoms of stress and anxiety. In a 2014 randomized controlled trial involving menopausal women, inhalation of neroli essential oil both helped with menopausal symptoms and stress, but also lowered blood pressure, improved sexual desire and helped to balance cortisol and estrogen levels.

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n As a spray by adding 10 to 15 drops to a two-ounce spray bottle of distilled water n As a steam fragrance when adding one to two drops to a bowl of boiling water and inhaling with a towel placed over the head and bowl To learn more about using essential oils for anxiety, consider consulting with an integrative practitioner for further guidance, or visit Fullscript.com.

Karolyn A. Gazella is the founder of the Natural Medicine Journal and the host of the Natural Medicine Journal podcast.

Natacha Montpellier, ND, is a registered naturopathic doctor with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario whose clinical practice focuses on women’s hormonal and reproductive health. They are both associated with Fullscript, an online platform helping integrative practitioners provide personalized patient care and supplement information.

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OHBA-PALOOZA! 8:30 am-3:30 pm. The Organic Hortaculture Benefits Alliance presents a day filled with informative classes, networking and dynamic speakers of interest to all who like to garden and grow plants. $50. United Way of Greater Houston 50 Waugh Dr. Houston. ohbaonline.org/register

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Neurobiology of Meditation 9 am - 12 pm.

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Core Focused Yoga 6:30-7:30 pm.

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thursday Free Virtual Meditation Class 6:30-7:30 pm. Experience the Peace Within! Join our free meditation class. Sponsored by Houston Meditation. houston-meditation.org

Tai Chi at Discovery Green 10:15-11:15 am. Led by Simone Oliver of Four Dragons Institute, this Tai Chi class focuses on slow, meditative movements for increased health and mental wellbeing.Classes are free but registration is required on site. Bring a towel and water, as well as a mat for yoga classes. discoverygreen.com

sunday Houston Zen Center 8”20 am Sunday Sangha. Welcome to the full Sunday program. Join for service at 8:20, Zazen at 8:50, Dharma Talk at 9:45. Discussion and dialogue follows the dharma talk. This link will be active from 8:15 am - 11:30 am, Central time. https://houstonzen.org/cloud-zendo Dawn Mountain Free Weekly Meditation from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon Online. Led by senior members of the Dawn Mountain sangha (community), this meditation offers a chance to take a mindful pause from your busy life, enjoy serenity and fellowship, and learn a bit more about Buddhist practice at Dawn Mountain. https://www.dawnmountain.org/upcoming-live-webcasts-2/

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CONNIE’S BATH SHACK 211 Midway St, Bldg E Spring, TX 77373 (281) 288-9595 conniesbathshack.com

Houston’s natural holistic medicine clinic since 2008, we offer

A quaint shop in the heart of historic Old Town Spring Texas, offering unique handmade bath and body products and lots of rubber ducks. Small Batch Handmade soaps by Connie.

Wonderful lather and amazing Scents. Enjoy the aromatherapy of a bath in your shower with Shower Steamers. Put little bit of heaven for your bath with Fizzies. We also have bath salts, scrubs, shampoos, lotions, creams, shaving creams & soaps, and batch accessories of all kinds. Shop conveniently on-line or drop by our store.

9039 Katy Freeway, Suite 504 Houston, Texas 77024 713-922-3474 abui-acupunctureclinic.com

t Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine t Energy healing, flower essence therapy t nternal medicine t Pain management t Women’s health t Emotional, trauma healing t Chakra clearing and balancing t Stress, anxiety, mood disorders t Hormone, energy, sleep imbalance t Diabetes, cholesterol, thyroid, gastrointestinal, and MORE… Comprehensive holistic care, high standard healing practice, personalized and dedicated patient service. We heal to the root of your problems. Let us know how we can help you, contact us for your in-depth Free Consultation.

ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE INSPYRE PHYSICAL MEDICINE & WELLNESS

Leanne LeDoux, FNP-C Let our team help you live your BEST life!!

2100 Travis Street Ste. 380 Houston, Texas 77002 inspyrepmw.com Do you struggle with pain in your neck, back, or joints? Looking for ALTERNATIVES to medication and surgery? We have a team of providers that work together to think outside the traditional medicine box to get you feeling better faster! Vist our website to schedule an appointment.

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BRAIN BALANCING CERESET™

Galveston, Texas cereset.com 409-599-7268 The Cereset™ Gavston location is part of a national network of client centers focused on next-generation brain wellness - helping you relax your brain to manage restful sleep through patented BrainEcho™ technology, which empowers the brain to reset itself as it hears and “sees” its own reflection. To schedule an appointment call: 409-599-7268.

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BIOLOGICAL DENTISTRY ADORE DENTISTRY 540 W 19 Street Houston, TX 77008 832-930-7844 adore-dentistry.com Re-designing dentistry in Houston Heights by creating a personalized, comfortable, and fun experience to deliver excellent patient satisfaction. From preventative dentistry to smile makeovers, our team of dental professionals have the skill-sets to provide remarkable quality and compassionate care to give you that smile you’ve always wanted.

Services include cosmetic, preventative, restorative, and a full range of family dentistry services.

Lead by Drs. Emilyann Pham and Ann Blair our team provides compassionate human-centered patient care. Visit our website for more information or to book an appointment. Insurance accepted.

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MARILYN K. JONES, DDS Houston Dental Health Center 800 Bering Dr. Houston, TX 77057 713-497-1355 houstonbiologicaldentist.com Natural Dentistry supports the body and the mind by finding the cause of dental problems. The dental examination includes noticing systemic and habitual influences. If you have dental issues or currently have silver amalgam fillings, call me today to schedule an appointment.

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CBD SMOKE ENVY/BETTER DAYS CBD

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HYDROSHACK HYDROPONICS

1138 W 20th Street, Houston, TX 77008 Open 7 days a week 713-292-1921 Hydroshack.com Hydroshack proudly carries some of the most beautiful highCBD hemp flower and Delta 8 products in Houston! We also sell the highest quality 1.5 gram pre-rolls packed with actual bud and never trim. Our bud-tenders will be more than happy to let you experience true legal Hemp Flower from our open sample jars.While you are in check out our complete line of hydroponic growing products. See Ad page 9

Summer is singing with joy, and the beaches are inviting you with dancing waves. ~Debasish Mridha

HOUSTON METRO EDITION

COACHING BLISSFUL QUESTS

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832-628-4113 blissfulquests.com Are you looking for answers? Have you ever had a “hunch” or a “gut feeling” that came true? Are you wondering if you are intuitive? Doyle Ward is an experienced intuitive, teacher, grief recovery specialist, and life coach.

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COLONICS JOYCE LONG’S WELLNESS INSTITUTE 1308 James Street Rosenberg, TX 77471 281-232-7336 joycelongwellness.com

Established 1989. Call to schedule any of the following services: massage therapies, lymphatic drainage massage and facials, reflexology, infra-red sauna, ion cleanse foot or hand baths, Chinese cupping or colon hydrotherapy (prescriptions only- yours or ours). By appointment only. Be well-Stay well.

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URBAN COLONICS

Barbara Ellis, Retired RN 5042 Briscoe St. Houston, TX.77033 713-738-8199 urbancolonics.com Serving Houston and the surrounding area since 1979.

We now offer the first and ONLY mobile colonic service in Houston. We continue to irrigate with State Of The Art Equipment (closed colonic systems cleared by the FDA). We utilize totally disposable colonic set-ups and sterile water. A prescription is required for this procedure. Our Medical Director at a different location will make an assessment and write a prescription for OUR clients only. Visit our website to learn more details. Please call us to schedule an appointment.

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FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE ERIN THOLE, CNHP ErinThole.com Thole.erin@gmail.com Get to the Root Cause of your Health Conditions.

Erin has been working in the health and nutrition field for over 11 years specializing and working extensively with those suffering from: autoimmune, digestive, hormonal and inflammatory disorders. She works with each client’s unique biochemistry to determine what dietary, supplementation and lifestyle changes will work best for them as an individual. There is NO one-size-fitsall program. All appointments are conducted via phone! This makes it very easy and convenient to receive care from any location. If you want to reach your true health potential, Email Erin today to schedule your FREE 45 minute initial phone consultation. Hours until 5 pm Fridays.

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HYPNOSIS CLAUDIA AUTRY, HYPNOTIST (by appointment only) 281-849-4610 ca@claudiaautry.com claudiaautry.com

Want to stop smoking or lose weight? Looking for ways to relax, find balance and increase the joy in your life? Hypnosis can help you. Call SOON to book your appointment. Let’s work together to create the life you want!

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE PHOENIX RISING INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE 3100 Richmond Ave Houston, TX 77098 713-806-9927 phoenixrisingacu.com

We offer comprehensive and customized therapeutic plans that address chronic illness & autoimmune disease for patients seeking support both in-person and virtually. Phoenix Rising Integrative Medicine takes an integrative approach to addressing chronic illness and autoimmune by combining ancient healing tools of Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern functional medicine, including evidence-based lab testing, clinical nutrition, lifestyle modifications, herbal medicine and acupuncture protocols that are customized for each patient. We also work with patients suffering from environmental and food allergies, reproductive and fertility issues, breast implant illness, and emotional health issues. Visit our website for more information or to book an appointment.

JUICE KARVIVA BEVERAGES Food Is Better MedicineTM karviva.com

Organic juice detox & antioxidant juices, preboitic plant protein smoothies and synergy coffee blends.

Karuna and Karviva products are available on Amazon and at Houston Area H-E-B, Sprouts Farmers Market and Central Market Stores.

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KRATOM

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Focused on helping others achieve greater balance in life, our high-quality kratom products combine the best in variety with affordability.

Sourced directly from top-rated kratom vendors that share our vision of helping others, Austin Organic Village is proud to offer a diverse line of kratom products for sale online. We believe that nature holds the key to true wellness, and offer our high-quality kratom products in the hopes of improving the health of others, the natural way.

We ship nationwide and check out our prices and our quality. Call or visit our website for more information or to place an order. See ad page 13

KREAT DAY BOTANICALS 1973 W Gray, Suite 23 Houston, TX 77019 713-369-0946 KreatDay.com A BBB Accredited Business

We provide the choicest healthy Botanicals garnered from some of the most exotic corners of the world. Only The BEST! We ensure quality by going to the source, checking our international vendors 1st hand, and using USDA Certified Organic vendors when applicable. We stand by our products and our services! If you are unsatisfied with your order we will return, exchange and or refund your money.

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Our aim is to make you have a KREAT experience as well as a Kreat Day!

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LYMPHATIC THERAPY JOYCE LONG’S WELLNESS INSTITUTE 1308 James Street Rosenberg, TX 77471 281-232-7336 joycelongwellness.com

Health conditions can interrupt the normal flow of lymph, causing lymph fluid to build up in a particular area of the body, often in the arms or legs where it can and may cause blockages. Lymphatic therapy can reduce swelling and improve circulation throughout the lymphatic system. By appointment only. Be well – Stay well. CALL TODAY!

MASSAGE STAN’S HANDS MASSAGE & WELLNESS 2990 Richmond Avenue, Suite 440 Houston, TX 77098 832-526-6520 stanshandsmassage.com

MEDITATION DAWN MOUNTAIN CENTER FOR TIBETAN BUDDHISM Online only at this time.

713-630-0354 dawnmountain.org

The mission of Dawn Mountain is to further the spiritual growth of our diverse community as a living bridge between traditional Tibetan Buddhist teachings and curious people everywhere. Dawn Mountain offers a number of free online services including: Weekly Meditation from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon each Sunday, “First Sunday” teachings on the first Sunday of each month at 10:30 am, and monthly “Dharma Conversations” via Zoom on the first Sunday of each month at 12:00 noon. All sessions are archived on their YouTube channel. We are also offering a special online class Neurobiology and Meditation August 13 and 20. Please visit our website for more information and consider taking advantage of our many offerings. See ad on page 9

METAPHYSICAL CHAKRA SHOP OF OLD TOWN SPRING 315 Gentry Street Spring Texas 77373 Unit B1 281-288-9130

Are you in pain?

Well, you don’t have to live like this. We are here to heal your body and mind through massage and energetic practices. We offer a wide variety of massage modalities designed to fit your needs. We offer both onsite chair and concierge table massage. Call today to book your appointment at 832-526-6520.

Our mission is to heal your mind and body.

PHOENIX SCHOOL OF MASSAGE 6600 Harwin Drive Houston, TX 77036 713-974-0360 themassageschool.com

Learn massage and holistic health. Train for a career you will love. New Program: Online classes combined with on campus classes! Open your own practice.

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Finish in as little as 5 ½ months. Join one of the fastest growing Health Care Professions. Visit our website or call today for more information or to schedule a tour of our school.Day and Night classes start SOON. See ad on page 27

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A unique metaphysical shop in Old Town Spring.Services include: Spiritual Guidance Life Coach, Psychic, Tarot, Medium, Chakra & Aura Readings. We also stock: Candles, Crystals, Gemstones, Jewelry, Oils, Incense, Sage, Herbs, Resins & More! When you visit Old Town Spring, be sure to stop by our store.

CRYSTAL KINGDOM

309 Market Street, Unit D Tomball, TX 77375 346-236-6108 instagram.com/crystalkingdomtx Located in the heart of the Old Tomball shopping district, Crystal Kingdom is not your average metaphysical shop. Their specialty is custom made, fully-dressed 7-Day Candles for your specific needs. They also have a full stock of incense, oils, stones, jewelry and herbs. While you are there, ask about having your horoscope cast and be sure to mention that you “Saw them in Natural Awakenings”.

ODYSSEY EMPORIUM 123 Midway St, Bldg C Spring, Texas 77373 888-492-3584 odysseyemporium.com

We are a retail shop and also have an online store. We can also custom-make many of our product lines. Our products include a range of metaphysical items, clothing, books, stones, jewelry, candles, soaps, teas, incenses, herbs, blades, and accessories for spiritual work. We also have some unique renaissance festival and gothic clothing and accessories. Check out our gaming and sci-fi themed products as well. We offer daily in-house Tarot reading and conduct private Old Town Spring Ghost tours. Open 7 days a week.

NATURAL HORMONES DR. FISHER ROAD 2 WELLNESS

Dr. LaTronica Fisher, DNP, ANP, GNP, RN 4544 Post Oak Place Dr. STE #254 Houston, Texas 77027 DrFisherRoad2Wellness.com 713 520-8188 Services: nHormone Rejuvenation nVaginal Dryness nUrinary Incontinence nLow Libido nErectile Dysfution nLow Stamina nWeight-Loss nSexual Dysfunction(men & women) nHair Restoration nNatural Face Lift Call today to schedule a consultation

NATUROPATH HOUSTON HOLISTIC HEALTH CLINIC “Better Health Naturally” Dr. Gracie G. Chukwu, ND, CTN 6401 Southwest Freeway, Suite 250 Houston, TX 77074 713-781-9991 HoustonHolisticHealthClinic.com

Dr. Gracie Chukwu is a Doctor of Naturopathy and a Certified Nutrition Counselor. She has been assisting people for over five years with holistic medicine, diet, nutrition and supplement support to enhance her client’s health and overall well-being. If you are suffering and cannot find relief, give Dr. Gracie a call.

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HOUSTON METRO EDITION

ORGANIC HEALTH & BEAUTY PRODUCTS A JOURNEY TO WELLNESS

By Gelcys Basulto Helping people pursue a more mindful lifestyle.

1923 Ave G Rosenberg, TX 77471 ajourneytowellness.org 832-449-2600 Are your health and personal care products putting your health at risk?

Take the short trip to Downtown Rosenberg and visit A Journey To Wellness. All of our products are 100% Organic and made with natural ingredients. (You can also order online and we’ll ship our products to you.)

We also offer Health and Wellness coaching.

Book a free consultation and let’s get started embracing your new life in health today!

PAIN REMEDY AUNT ALBERTA’S REMEDY

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Get beneficial relief from sciatica, fibromyalgia, arthritis, neuralgia, gout, and more. All-natural ingredients! Do you want to feel a real difference from the nagging aches of arthritis? Feel less pain & have more range of motion? Great buy, get a 4oz jar for $15! Visit website for other options.

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PET FOOD BOBCAT RAW FOOD

Made locally. Delivered to your door. bobcatrawfood.com Our raw cat food is designed to meet the nutritional needs of obligate carnivores.

We use only the highest quality Grade A, USDA certified USsourced meats. All our meals are 100% natural and grain-free and are pre-portioned to for your convenience. Our top priority is to make feeding raw convenient and affordable. We deliver inside Houston for a flat fee of only $5. Visit our website today and let your cat experience the difference a raw food diet makes.

REFLEXOLOGY FIRST STEP REFLEXOLOGY Call or text 713-826-6709

Reflexology is a holistic approach to a better you.

If you’re thinking about or have thought about learning the basic application of Reflexology and how you can use this technique to provide friends and family with the benefits of its healthy and relaxing priorities then this may be the training for you. Class size is limited and masks are encourage. Classes are taught by B. Johnson who has 22 years in both the practice and teaching of reflexology. Reflexology services are also by appointment. For more information on attending a class or scheduling a service call or text 713-826-6709

SURFING SCHOOL C-SICK SURFIN’ 43rd Street Lifeguard Stand-Seawall Blvd.

Galveston, Texas 409-770-9455 c-sicksurfin.com Galveston’s oldest professional Surf School. Teaching at the 43rd Street Lifeguard Stand since 1999. C-Sick offers a basic 2 hour beginner lesson for $50. We provide everyone with the right size soft top surfboard and wetsuits when needed. C-Sick does Private Parties for groups up to ten people. We Teach On The Beach By Appointment ONLY. OPEN ALL YEAR!

THERMOGRAPHY MEDICAL THERMOGRAPHY CENTER “Better Health Naturally” Dr. Gracie G. Chukwu, ND, CTN 6401 Southwest Freeway, Suite 250 Houston, TX 77074 713-781-9991 HoustonHolisticHealthClinic.com

Breast thermography has the ability to warn woman up to 10 years before any other procedure that a cancer may be forming; thus, allowing for prompt and timely treatment.

Thermography uses no radiation and poses absolutely NO health risks to the patient.

Consequently, scans may be performed at any frequency necessary.

BREAST THERMOGRAPHY GUIDELINES: Baseline thermograph at age 20, 20-30 years of age–every three years, and 30 years of age and over–every year. If you are a woman, over 20 years old and have not had a breast thermograph, call Dr. Gracie TODAY. See ad on page 9

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This moment is your life. ~Omar Khayyam

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