Natural Awakenings Houston October 2022

Across

1 Contributing to future survival longterm

8 Choose

9 American naturalist, Henry ____

11 British, abbr.

12 Yellow fruit filled with vitamin C

15 The E in EV

16 Wear away the shoreline

19 Large deer

23 Prefix with center

25 Craftsman

26 Green vegetable in the goosefoot family

27 Versatile, nutritious, colorful and flavorful vegetables

29 Natural material found in teeth

32 Not man-made

33 Included, in a recipe

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1 Long lasting metal for home con struction

2 Cook in a healthy way

3 Prado display

4 The best type of vegetation

5 Relating to interior design innova tions that reconnect us to nature

6 Holiday lead-in

7 Blue sky color

10 Skillful

13 Center of a daisy, e.g.

14 Botanical joints

17 Private place

18 They set emissions targets, abbr.

20 Came together, like bees

21 Exercised on a bike

22 Undesirable emissions and foot print

24 Octopus defense

28 Knight, in the UK

30 Basketball org.

31 Light metal. abbr.

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As we get deeper into autumn, the days get shorter and we have our fall garden planted, we begin thinking about preparing for winter. This month’s issue about the sustainable home is particularly important to us as it is something that we strive for.

I’m not saying that Cindy and I live in this completely organic, self-sustained, environmentally friendly home for in many ways, it is far from it.

We live in a two-room cabin on five wooded acres near the end of a gravel road five miles or 30 miles east of College Station, depending on whether you are a crow flying or a human driving on the road. It was built by as a sort of hobby project by the previous owner out of the spare parts and dis carded lumber that he could find. So in that respect it is kind of sustainable housing and some of it is quite stylish like the bamboo flooring and some is just odd like the floor to ceiling industrial windows that cover almost the whole wall in the bedroom. We have worked with our current landlord to make it a little more energy-efficient usually in a DYI sort of way. In addition to the insulated curtains, space blankets cover the windows in the summer and bubble wrap in the winter. Our new central air, and heat is more efficient than the previous window units and space heaters and sometimes we just get creative like when during the Snow pacolypse when we put our four dogs in bed with us to keep both them and us warm when the electricity was off for a week. Going forward, we are always looking for ways to be more sustainable, energy-efficient and save money.

My point in sharing this with you is to encourage you to do what you can to live a more sustainable life. To not get discouraged by what you can’t do and to enjoy the journey whether you ever reach your planned destination or not. So, until next month, be awesome!

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October is National Chiropractic Health Month

The American Chiropractic Association (ACA), based in Arlington, Virginia, and doctors of chiropractic nationwide will celebrate National Chiropractic Health Month (NCHM) in October with the theme of “Chiropractic: On the Frontline for Pain.” The campaign will highlight how research and guidelines today support chiropractic and other non-drug approaches as a first line of defense against musculoskeletal pain.

To counter the opioid crisis, increasing awareness and use of non-drug options for pain management is key to alleviate the overuse of prescription pain medica tions. Research shows chiropractic services are effective in treating many common musculoskeletal conditions such as low back pain, and if used first, may help some patients to avoid or reduce the need for a prescription pain medication down the line.

Garden Tour and Prayer with Eyes Wide Open

Christ the King Evangelical Lutheran Church will conduct a private guided tour of the Houston Botanic Garden at 10 a.m., October 8, followed by practice of the na ture-based Christian spiritual discipline of Prayer with Eyes Wide Open, a meaning ful way to deepen spirituality through nature and nurture a loving relationship with the Earth.

Through prayer that engages with the world around us, instead of shutting out that world, we begin to see ourselves as loving participants within a rich web of life and gain the wisdom needed to heal ourselves and renew our broken relationship with the Earth. In this time of extraordinary ecological challenge, spiritual tools to strengthen ties with our planet are precious.

Event is free, but does not include garden admission. Location: One Botanic Ln. (at 8210 Park Place Blvd.), Register at Tinyurl.com/HoustonBotanicGardenTour. For more information, email Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com.

Glasscocks Honored by Botanical Garden

The Houston Botanic Garden will recognize Susanne M. and Melbern G. Glass cock as honorees at their 2022 annual luncheon on October 13 at River Oaks Country Club. The Garden will pay tribute to the Glasscocks’ ongoing support and celebrate the progress of the Garden which has been achieved due in large part to their vision and their many contributions.

Susanne states, “We were talking with our good friend Jeff Ross at a Rice Univer sity function and asked him what he was working on lately. He told us that he was putting together a plan for the Houston Botanic Garden. I said, ‘Time out, Jeff. You need to talk to Mel about this.’ Mel and I had talked about a garden for years, wondering why Houston didn’t have one yet and what it would take to get one going.”

Melbern says, “Yes, we knew immediately that we would help. We found out that they had already started raising money, but did not have a property secured yet.” The Glasscocks have been actively involved in the Texas A&M and Rice University communities for many years.

Location: 1600 River Oaks Blvd., Houston. For more information, visit hbg.org.

health briefs Supplements, Exercise and Non-Western Diet Lower Cancer Risk

The critical importance of simple lifestyle strategies in cancer prevention has been borne out by two recent endeavors. In a five-year study of 2,157 physically active people over 70 from five European countries, international researchers found that 2,000 International Units a day of vitamin D3 and one gram a day of marine omega-3s, plus a simple home-strength exercise program, reduced the risk of invasive cancers by 61 percent. Researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, in Boston, that analyzed the diets and health outcomes of 134,775 people, found that a West ern-style diet rich in red and processed meat, sugar, refined grains and carbohydrates was linked with an E. coli strain prominent in colorectal cancer.

Cordyceps Sinensis Enhances Performance in Distance Runners

A Himalayan fungus that has long been used in Tradition al Chinese Medicine, Cordyceps sinensis, attracted global attention in 1993 when Chinese athletes broke world records in track and field. To study its effects, Brazilian researchers conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study in which they gave 30 amateur marathoners two grams of the fungus each day for 12 weeks. Compared to the pla cebo group, those in the Cordyceps group had significantly lower heart rates at eight weeks and improved aerobic per formance at 12 weeks

Probiotic May Increase Skin Moisture

Dry skin can af flict people at any age, particularly those living in dry climates, and it is commonplace in older people due to the natural loss of oil glands. Japanese re searchers have found a possi ble solution: a probiotic origi nally fermented from a Southeast Asian rice-andfish dish that boosts skin moisture within weeks. In a dou ble-blind study, they tested 80 middle-aged adults with a supplement of heat-killed Lactiplantibacillus plantarum pro biotics for 12 weeks. They found the supplement significant ly increased skin water content and reduced transepidermal water loss in the face, particularly for seniors and those with the driest skin.

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Viewing Art Online Improves Well-Being

Art and music have long been said to soothe the savage soul, and hundreds of studies have shown that people’s moods and sense of well-being are improved by everything from artwork displayed in mental institutions and of fices to regularly visiting art museums. With the pandemic, many museums began offering extensive online tours and exhibits, and a new study from the University of Vienna suggests that online art can have the same effect as “real life” art.

Researchers tested 84 individuals that viewed Monet’s The Water Lily Pond and also photographs of a Japa nese bento box that included informa tion on its traditions and food prepara tion, such as might be found in a history museum. Participants typically spent one to two minutes with each viewing. Follow-up questionnaires found that even a short online experience en couraged positive states like serenity, happiness and stimulation, while also lowering negative states like fear, anger, anxiety and loneliness. Well-being effects are most pronounced, wrote the authors, when “such content is beau tiful, meaningful and inspires positive cognitive-emotional states in the viewer.”

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The Helpful Nature of Houseplants

Nestled among books on a shelf, soak ing up sunlight by a kitchen window or filling the bare corner of a living room, nothing adds beauty and interest to a home quite like a living plant. Bring ing nature indoors also has numerous human health advantages.

Benefits of Houseplants

They oxygenate the air. We inhale oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide, while plants do the opposite during photosynthesis. This makes them ideal air fresheners. At sundown, when pho tosynthesis stops, most plants go back to absorbing oxygen and releasing CO2, except for orchids, succulents and bromeliads, making them wonderful bedside companions.

They eliminate toxins. Studies have shown that plants filter indoor air, re moving volatile organic compounds like benzene, xylene, toluene, trichloro ethylene, ammonia and formaldehyde, which are commonly found in furniture adhesives, paints, carpets, chemical cleaners and craft supplies.

They humidify the indoor environ ment. Through a process called tran spiration, moisture travels from plant roots to small pores on the underside of leaves, where it changes to vapor and is released into the air. In arid climates and during winter, this creates a favorable indoor atmosphere that decreases dry skin, colds, sore throats, dry coughs and even the transmission of the flu virus.

They enhance our mood. Research shows indoor plants boost our mental health. One study found that viewing

plants while recovering from surgery led to physiological improvements by lowering blood pressure and reducing the perception of pain, anxiety and fatigue. Also, the act of taking care of plants has been shown to be emotion ally helpful.

They help with productivity. Placing a philodendron by the computer might be a good idea, as a number of studies have shown that being close to nature improves concentration, memory and productivity.

Pet-Friendly Varietals

Some plants can be toxic to dogs and cats, but here are a few that are per fectly safe for our furry best friends: rattlesnake plant, spider plant, parlor palm, ponytail palm, African violet, bird’s nest fern, Venus flytrap, Boston fern, polka dot plant, orchid, staghorn fern, bromeliad, date palm and herbs.

Maintenance Tips

Watering: Over- or under-watering are the most common houseplant killers, but there are easy fixes. One is a relatively inexpensive moisture meter that helps monitor hydration levels in a planter. Or simply stick a finger into the soil and add water only when it is dry one inch below the surface.

Low-light choices: Many plants thrive indoors with partial, indirect sun light, and some are low-light tolerant, including lucky bamboo, spider plant, pothos, snake plant, staghorn fern, English ivy, peace lily, maidenhair fern, philodendron, anthurium, corn plant and dragon tree.

HOUSTON METRO

Chiropractic Guide

Core Chiropractic

Dr. Philip Cordova, DC 1770 St. James Place, #210 Houston, TX 77056 713-622-3300 corechiropractic.net

Innate Chiropractic Healing Arts Center

Dr. Jackie St.Cyr, DC 8100 Washington Ave, #210 Houston, TX 77007 713-521-2104 n8chiro.com

HealthPro Chiropractic & Acupuncture

Dr. Alayna E. Pagnani-Gendron, DC

4101 Green Briar Dr. #135 Houston, TX 77098 281-506-0105 healthprochiro.com

Franson Chiropractic Dr. Brett V. Franson, DC 1652 South Dairy Ashford Rd. Houston, TX 77077 281-701-1596 fransonchiropractor.com

Expertise Plus Experience Equals Trust

Dr. Brett Franson has worked with dozens of health care practitioners across many fields in Texas clinics over nearly 30 years, which exposed him to multiple approaches and allowed him to learn the best from everyone he has encountered. Clinical practice experience seeing patients and working with them to see what works best, and reading the latest research and applying what they learn are great strategies.

Franson Chiropractic uses gentle, traditional therapeutic techniques that leverage the body’s natural healing powers. He treats chronic pain, migraines, back pain, sciatica, neck pain, subluxation (vertebra misaligning or dislocating from its position, leading to severe stress and pain on the spine), herniated discs and more. He says, “Most people don’t even realize they have a herniated disc, which can cause severe pain in the back, neck or even legs.”

A member of ChiroTrust, Franson has personally experienced numerous injuries and health challenges himself and can truly relate to what patients are going through. It is wise to choose a doctor that not only has the clinical experience, but the personal experience, as well.

Franson Chiropractic is located at 1652 S. Dairy Ashford Rd., in Houston. For appointments and more information, call 281701-1596 or visit FransonChiropractor.com.

A Shining Star on the Chiropractic Scene

Dr. Alayna E. Pagnani-Gendron, owner of Health Pro Family Chiropractic & Acupuncture, graduated from Texas Chiropractic College and currently serves as president of the Texas Chiropractic Association. Her goal in the treatment of patients is preventative care. She believes in a healthy living lifestyle and treating patients to help them to return to their normal state of health. Pagnani-Gendron loves to treat the entire family from birth and beyond and keep everyone healthy.

Pagnani-Gendron is also fully certified in pregnancy and pediatric chiropractic. She holds special certificate training in Webster Technique, advanced Webster Technique, acu puncture, myofascial release and Graston technique. She has specialty training in craniosacral therapy and pre- and post-frenectomy body work.

The doctor enjoys treating her pregnant patients and helping them to feel their best throughout their pregnancy, as well as treating infants and children at each milestone in their lives and keeping them healthy as they grow.

The immediate past president of the American Chiropractic Association, and a member of the American Pediatric Chiro practic Association, International Chiropractic Pediatric As sociation, Women Chiropractors Organization, Houston Area Lactation Consultants Educators Association and, Women Leading Medicine, she also enjoys supporting local philan thropic organizations around Houston.

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Health Pro Family Chiropractic & Acupuncture is located at 4101 Greenbriar Dr., Ste.135, in Houston. For appointments and more information, call 281-506-0105 or visit Health ProChiro.com.

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CORE Chiropractic is a Family affair

Natalie Cordova, DC, and Philip Cordova, DC, at CORE Chiropractic, founded in 2006, offer chiropractic care, spinal decompression therapy and pulsed electromagnetic field therapy. They graduated from Parker College of Chiropractic in 1997 and practiced in Phoenix before moving to Houston. CORE employs six other chiropractors, as well at two loca tions. Among other awards, they were named Best Chiroprac tor for 2022 by the Houston Chronicle and their book Better Posture Fast was an Amazon bestseller.

Philip says, “We take X-rays on most new patients and then base our adjustments on the measurements we take on those X-rays. We also evaluate for leg length discrepancy using X-ray to get any anatomical differences down to the millimeter. We believe the combination of specific adjust ments and addressing the foundation leads to better and longer lasting results.

“The combination of analysis and the services we offer work well for those patients that don’t want to just get “cracked.” Those patients that want a plan and longer results do well with our office. We are also in-network providers for all major insurance plans.”

Natalie says, “We believe in hiring the best chiropractors we can find and then continuing to grow and train them. We be lieve in strong mentoring of all of our team. We have watched them grow and get better and better each year. We also train regularly on customer service and seek input from our team on how we can make our office better.”

CORE Chiropractic is located at 1770 Saint James Pl., Ste. 210 (713-622-3300); and 14811 St. Marys Lane Ste. 155 (281-752-7388), in Houston. For appointments and more information, visit CoreChiropractic.net.

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Dedication and a Sense of Purpose

Dr. Jackie St.Cyr has been in the chiropractic profession since 1980. Her career began as a chiropractic assistant where she served from 1980 to 1992. Her main focus and, love was the direct “hands-on” experience of working with pa tients to heal their body and their life. In 1982, she attended her first Parker Chiropractic Success Seminar. There she was inspired by the passion and philosophy taught by chiroprac tors Dr. Jim Parker and Dr. John Demartini, and she decided to become a chiropractor.

With confidence in her healing touch, a dream and desire to serve more, she entered the Parker College of Chiropractic, in Dallas, in January 1992. She excelled and graduated from Parker and received a Texas state chiropractic license in January 1995.

St.Cyr’s approach to health and wellness incorporates a full-spine, whole-person approach using the gentle technique of NetworkSpinal Chiropractic and the Bonfire Method of Coaching. She says, “I am a doctor of chiropractic because I honor the unborn potential of everyone to be healthy, because I desire to help the newborn, the aged and those without hope, because I choose to care for the patient, not the disease, because I wish to assist rather than intrude, to free rather than control, because I seek to correct the cause, not its effect, because I have been called to serve others, because I want to make a difference, because every day I get to witness miracles and because I know it’s right.”

Innate Chiropractic Healing Arts Center is located at 8100 Washington Ave., Ste. 210, in Houston. For appointments and more information, call 713-521-2104 or visit N8Chiro. com.

Unparalleled Personalized Care at Dharma Reiki & Acupuncture

Dharma Reiki & Acupuncture owner April Bui is a licensed acupuncturist, licensed Chinese herbalist, certified Usui/Holy Fire III reiki master and certified flower essence therapist, practicing since 2008 in Houston. Her alternative holistic healing clinic specializes in acupuncture, Chinese herb al medicine and Holy Fire Reiki energy healing. Her most popular services are acupuncture and Holy Fire reiki energy healing in individual sessions and classes.

Other services include internal medicine, pain management; women’s health; pre- and-postnatal, menopause, emotional and trauma healing; chakra clearing and balancing; stress, anxiety and mood disorders; hormones, energy and sleep imbalance; diabetes, cholesterol, thyroid and gastrointestinal issues; and more.

Bui states, “My healing philosophy is people-focused and result-focused. At my clinic, I give all my patients unparal leled personalized care, high-standard healing practice and dedicated patient service. As I understand the important role of knowledge in the healing process, I not only treat, but also educate and empower my patients.”

She cites high success rates and satisfied patients that have regained health, well-being and a quality life for her success. Thanks to patient loyalty and referrals, Bui plans to offer Holy Fire reiki practitioner training in the next six months.

Free consultation. Reiki & Acupuncture is located at 9039 Katy Fwy., St. 504, in Houston. For more information, call 713-922-3474 or visit abui-acupunctureclinic.com.

Cooking Starts with the Spices

Gistarb Spice Blends sells all-natural seasonings online, and aims to market them through grocery retail markets in the fu ture. Owner and founder Gwen Gistarb, a retired teacher and author of two books, holds a Bachelor of Science degree and has 10 years of business experience as a fashion designer.

They offer nine flavors of all-natural seasonings: Rotisserie Chicken Blend, Spicy Chicken Blend, Seafood Blend, NoSalt Sensation-All Purpose Blend, Herb Veggie Blend, Pork & Steak Blend, Spicy Pepper Blend, Turkey Blend and Cajun Blend. “Unlike other spice businesses, we promote starting from the inside-out, says Gistarb. “This means when starting to prepare a meal, start with the clean seasonings of all-natu ral spices without additives and preservatives. Gistarb Spice Blends promotes the benefits of each natural herb used in making our seasonings. As the spices are blended together, many ailments are being targeted.”

Gistarb Spice Blends was founded in early 2014, after Gis tarb’s son, a chef, began making his own seasonings due to high blood pressure. She says, “I began cooking with his sea soning and noticed a change in my digestion, lack of bloating and lower blood pressure. After always taking from his stash, I decided to make various batches for my own pantry. I began to research to understand the benefits of each herb I planned to use and make all of them low-sodium. This has been a life saver for my everyday discomforts. Acid reflux had become my worst friend, and I didn’t like it. I must give all the thanks to my son for unknowingly finding a remedy for my high blood pressure and stomach ailments. High blood pressure is a hereditary illness in my family, and one day I hope I will be taken off all medications.”

For more information, call 832-725-6342 or visit Gistarb SpiceBlends.com.

Nature’s Virus Killer

Copper can stop a virus before it starts

By Doug Cornell

Scientists have discovered a natural way to kill germs fast. Now thousands of people are using it against viruses and bacteria that cause illness.

Colds and many other illnesses start when viruses get in your nose and multiply. If you don’t stop them early, they spread and cause misery.

Hundreds of studies confirm copper kills viruses and bacteria almost instantly just by touch.

That’s why ancient Greeks and Egyptians used copper to purify water and heal wounds. They didn’t know about viruses and bacteria, but now we do.

“The antimicrobial activity of copper is well established.” National Institutes of Health.

Scientists say copper’s high conductance disrupts the electrical balance in a microbe cell and destroys it in seconds.

The EPA recommended hospitals use copper for touch surfaces like faucets and doorknobs. This cut the spread of MRSA and other illnesses by over half, and saved lives.

The strong scientific evidence gave inventor Doug Cornell an idea. He made a smooth copper probe

with a tip to fit in the bottom of the nostril, where viruses collect.

When he felt a tickle in his nose like a cold about to start, he rubbed the copper gently in his nose for 60 seconds.

“It worked!” he exclaimed. “The cold never happened. I used to get 2-3 bad colds every year. Now I use my device whenever I feel a sign I am about to get sick.”

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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.

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SUSTAINABLE SANCTUARIES

SUPPORTING HUMAN AND PLANETARY HEALTH AT HOME

by Sandra Yeyati

Nothing underscored the im portance of a comfortable and versatile sanctuary quite like the pandemic. Stuck at home isolating, many families reconfigured their living arrangements to accommodate expand ing uses for work, schooling, cooking, entertainment and more. Today, that spirit of renewal lingers, prompting steady and robust activity in the construction and interior design industries.

A house is literally our shelter from the storm, made more critical as we increasing ly encounter extreme and unprecedented weather events due to climate change. When we upgrade, remodel, build or buy new cocoons for our families, the time is ripe to incorporate elements that preserve and pro mote the health of humans and the planet.

Inspiring Goals

Lindsay Baker, CEO of the International Living Future Institute (ILFI), is part of a growing community of industry profes sionals trying to figure out how to design, build and operate structures in more environmentally sustainable, socially im pactful and healthy ways. “We ask what would it look like if a building were to

give back more to the world than it took,” she explains. “We’ re a resource-consump tive industry with a large carbon footprint. Forty percent of global carbon emissions are caused by the energy required to construct and operate buildings. We also use lots of materials that pose negative impacts on people’s health—products known to contain carcinogens or cause respiratory problems—and people spend 90 percent of their time indoors, so everything we’re exposed to indoors has a huge impact on our health.”

The ILFI Living Building Challenge sets bold aspirational goals, and buildings around the world have proven that it is possible to hit these benchmarks. “The energy imperative is that the building produces more energy than it consumes, and that happens by generating renew able energy like solar power onsite and using very little energy,” Baker asserts. “For water, we ask that everyone return the water that goes through the building cleaner than it entered, which means people need to treat water onsite and use a lot less of it. You can do that with composting toilets, as well as grey water systems and rainwater recapture strate gies.”

Baker is proud of ILFI’s ambitious goals. “If you decide to do a renovation to save 5 or 10 percent of your water or energy consumption, it will feel good to get there, but what we’ve found is that when you set a really exciting target for yourself, the whole process is more fun and you get further with similar amounts of effort and money, because you’re thinking about systems differently, questioning assumptions about what a home might be capable of doing and employing a different level of creativity. At the end of the day, it can lead to a much more beautiful, more efficient building.”

Minimizing or eliminating turf grass and planting drought-tolerant, native vege tation outside will also significantly cut water use, Languell suggests.

“Grey water and rainwater collection systems are gaining momentum, and these systems for home use have come leaps and bounds from where they were 10 years ago,” she says. “They can take water from your laundry or shower, treat it, and use it to flush toilets, for exam ple—a huge benefit for the West Coast and a huge water savings, because you’re using your water twice before you dis pose of it.”

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Energy Conservation

Energy conservation is job number one for Jennifer Languell, founder and president of Trifecta Construction Solutions, in Babcock Ranch, Florida. “An inexpensive but impactful upgrade is adding insulation. If you’re in an existing house, add insulation on top of what you already have. If you’re new construction, beef it up. You also want to address unwanted points of air infiltration using gaskets, weather stripping and caulking around exterior doors and windows. Over time, these items can shrink or get damaged, and may need to be replaced to seal the house and minimize air drafts,” she says. “You want to improve efficiency first, which costs much less than transitioning to renewable energy. And when you do transition, you only have to buy smaller quanti ties of photovoltaic panels to offset your power generation.”

According to Languell, windows are climate-specific and can be modified by add ing or subtracting panes, coatings and treatments. “In Montana, I want the heat from the sun coming into my house, but in Florida, I don’t,” she says. “Natural light is great, but there’s a balance between your glass-to-wall ratio. In Florida, you would never have a skylight, but up north you’d consider it. And at this point, everyone should be transitioning to LED lighting, which will save money and energy.”

Water Preservation

As waterways dry up and areas around the world become more drought-prone, water conservation becomes an increas ingly important imperative. The simplest modifications are low-flow shower heads, toilets and faucets, which cost the same as traditional-flow fixtures, as well as a visit from the plumber to fix any leaks.

With regard to building materials and products, the annual ILFI Red List calls out chemicals with negative human health impacts that shouldn’t be used in buildings, such as bisphenol A, chlo rofluorocarbons, formaldehyde, flame retardants, phthalates, toxic heavy metals and volatile organic compounds (VOC). Its Declare label is like a nutrition sticker that details what is in a building product, whether it is free of Red List chemicals and what its carbon footprint is.

“Consumers should demand transpar ency; they should know what is in the products put in their homes,” Baker says. “One of the rules of thumb I like to apply is to ask, ‘How far is this material re moved from nature?’ Wood is one of the

better materials from an ecological and health standpoint. Fake wood flooring that is meant to look like wood but in fact isn’t—not so much. A lot of what we’re supporting is about getting back to the basics, removing chemicals and using brick, wood and clay.”

According to Languell, the more dura ble and local a material is, the better for the environment. “I’d never say no to a metal or concrete roof that lasts 50 years versus shingles with a 15-year cycle. Although bamboo is rapidly renewable, most of it comes from China, so the greenhouse gases associated with the transportation makes it less environmen tally friendly. Local materials are ideal. The closer the better. Get granite from Georgia, instead of Italy.”

When it comes to human health, home décor and cleaning products are equally as important as the construction materi als, Languell advises. “Many times we’ll build a healthy and efficient home and then people put all sorts of fabrics and chemicals in there that are off-gassing because they’re not thinking about the health of the indoor environment.”

Sustainable and Healthy Furnishings

“There’s good, better and best quality furniture,” says Robin Wilson, a New York City eco-designer and founder of Robin Wilson Home. “Good might use inexpensive wood or heavy-duty card boards that look great, but if you sit on the arm of the sofa, it caves in. Better might have a less expensive wood, but it’s solid frame construction. The best is a very good wood and solid frame construction made for heirloom quality. There are costs associated with each lev el, and I recommend spending the most budget you have on a quality product, because that sofa, if it’s made well and it’s styled in a classic design, can be recovered over and over again; therefore, you ’re being eco-friendly to the world because it’s not going into a landfill.”

Her favorite materials for furnishings are sustainably forested or reclaimed wood, long-lasting metals like steel and aluminum, fast-growing bamboo and

recycled or reclaimed plastics. She’s also a proponent of vintage pieces. “With all furniture, if it can be salvaged, salvage it. Healthwise, make sure the materials are hyper-washed to protect you from allergens. Old glazes or paints might have lead in them, so take vintage furniture to a professional that uses the right safety equipment or go to YouTube University and make sure that you protect yourself with gear to rework the piece in a garage or outdoor space. Always choose nontoxic paints and stains with low to no VOCs.”

Biophilic Design

Baker is particularly excited about interior design innovations that reconnect us to nature, known as biophilic design. “Natural light is important, but also, lighting manufacturers are figuring out how to produce lighting that feels like you’re sitting outside in a forest while a cloud passes by or under a tree with dappled light. Mohawk and Interface offer low-carbon, healthy carpets that mimic natural forms like a rocky beach,” she says. “Fractals are often mentioned in biophilic design because they’re fascinating geometric compositions in nature like fly wings and bark that have an in herent intelligence to them, and we’ve come to understand that these natural elements are not just interesting, they also have measurable positive impact on our psyche and mental health.”

Durability

“I rate durability over everything else. If you build it once and it doesn’t get destroyed by a natural disaster, you’re going to generate less waste and use fewer resources,” Languell says. “Durability might mean fireproofing in California, windproofing in Flor ida and floodproofing in Louisiana. It also means futureproofing your home, especially if you’re building new. Anticipate technologies that are coming. Even if you can’t af ford photovoltaic panels now, for a couple of bucks, you can run electric conduit from your panel up to your roof so if ever you decide to buy them, it’s not a major overhaul of your house. Dual-pipe your house and have the pipes ready to tie in rainwater or grey water, even if it’s not financially viable right now. Wire your house for a 220-volt plug in your garage so everyone that has an electric vehicle can charge it overnight.”

Sandra Yeyati, J.D., is a professional writer and editor. Reach her at SandraYeyati@gmail.com.

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Fall Beets

VERSATILE LEAF-TO-ROOT EATS

by April Thompson

Versatile, nutritious, colorful and flavorful, beets are quite the package deal. This easy-to-grow, multi-season vegetable is packed with nutrition and plays well with other ingre dients. Beets can be enjoyed raw, roasted, boiled or pickled. They can be blended into quick dips, thin-sliced for healthy chips or incorporated into desserts for a mild, sweet flavor and bold color.

“Beets have been a staple ingredient on our vegetarian menus for generations. They are an easy way to add natural sweetness and gorgeous color to so many dishes, both savory and sweet,” says Danica Wilcox, owner of the Moosewood Restaurant, in Ithaca, New York, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary next year. The quintessential vegetarian eatery’s goto beet dishes include hummus, burgers and borscht.

“Beets boast so many health benefits. Being rich in folate, manganese and copper, they are good for heart, brain and bone health. They are also a good source of fiber, which will feed the good bacte ria in your gut, leading to improved gut health,” says Candace Bell, a Phoe nix-based holistic nutritionist and food blogger at The Wheatless Kitchen. “Beets have a unique earthy flavor that goes perfectly with bright cit rus. Roasting them brings out their sweet and savory flavors, and they pair well with arugula, crunchy walnuts and tangy goat cheese in a salad.”

Lisa Keys, of Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, author of the food blog Good Grief Cook, grows beets and uses them in a number of ways. “Beets get their color from natural plant pigments called betalains, which contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that help control illnesses like diabetes and heart disease,” she says. Her blog offers a recipe for a hearty, roasted beet sandwich, which pairs the root veggie with feta and a smashed avocado, dill, lime and yogurt spread.

Versatility is one of the beet’s star qualities. The root vegetable can be quick-pickled with other garden veg

etables, pureed into soup, roasted for a side dish, shredded raw into salads, juiced into a smoothie or even con centrated into a powder—a favorite of registered dietitian nutritionist Mascha Davis, in Los Angeles. “Beet powder can be added to so many recipes for a fast and easy superfood boost,” she says. Her go-to applications for beet powder include a beet and rose latte, a beet-col ored “pink yogurt” topped with berries and cacao nibs, and overnight oats swirled with beet powder.

If the benefits of the beetroot didn’t

Versatile, nutritious, colorful and flavorful, beets are quite the package deal.

already run deep enough, its stems and leaves are not only edible, but also packed with vitamins A, B and K, as well as copper, manganese, iron and calcium. The greens make a great side dish to accompany a beetroot main dish or can be incorporated into a beet soup, salad, sandwich or smoothie for a zero-waste meal turbocharged with nutrients.

Like spinach, chard and other vege tables in the goosefoot family (Cheno podiaceae), beets are rich in oxalates which can contribute to kidney stones. For most healthy people, though, oxalates aren’t harmful, if enjoyed in moderation.

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

BEET, GREENS AND GOAT CHEESE LINGUINE

2 medium, fresh organic or local beets with leaves

¼ cup unsweetened jasmine green tea (or water), hot or cold

1½ Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

Juice and zest of ½ lemon (1½ Tbsp juice)

2 large garlic cloves

¾ tsp sea salt

10 oz dry, whole-grain linguine

2 oz soft, artisanal goat cheese or soft ca shew cheese, crumbled

¼ cup fresh, small basil leaves

Preheat the oven (or toaster oven) to 350° F. Wash, dry and remove the leaves from the beets; thinly slice the leaves and chill until ready to use. Wrap the beets in recy cled aluminum foil and roast in the oven until cooked through and tender, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. When cool enough to handle, scrape off the beet skin using the dull side of a paring knife, then chop the beets.

In a blender, add the chopped beets, tea, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, garlic and salt. Blend until velvety smooth, at least 2 minutes. Set aside. (Tip: Be careful. This purée will stain anything that it may be splattered onto.)

Bring a large saucepan of water to boil over high heat. Add salt to the water, if de sired. Add the linguine and cook according to package directions. (Alternatively, try my lid-cooking technique to save energy: After stirring the linguine into the boiling water, cover with a lid and turn off or remove from heat. Let cook without heat per the same timing suggested on the pasta package.)

While the pasta is cooking, pour the beet purée into a large sauté pan and bring just to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, add the beet greens and cook while stirring until the greens are wilted, about 5 minutes.

Drain the pasta, reserving ½ cup of the cooking liquid. Add the pasta to the beet sauce and gently toss with tongs to combine. Add desired amount of reserved cook ing liquid (if any) and gently toss to combine.

Transfer to a large serving bowl and sprinkle with the goat cheese and basil. Sprinkle with additional lemon zest, if desired, and serve.

Recipe by The Chef’s Garden.

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KALE AND BEET SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

YIELD: 2 SERVINGS

FOR THE SALAD:

1 bunch kale

3-4 medium beets

⅓ cup roasted walnuts, chopped

½ cup goat cheese

Pinch of salt 1-2 pinches of microgreens

FOR THE BEETS:

FOR THE DRESSING:

1 Tbsp Dijon mustard

½ tsp fine sea salt

½ tsp freshly crushed black pepper, finely ground

¼ cup balsamic vinegar

¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil

BEET CHIPS WITH SEA SALT AND SMOKED PAPRIKA

1 Tbsp sea salt ¼ tsp smoked paprika 4 medium beets, rinsed and trimmed

2 Tbsp olive oil Aluminum foil

Preheat the oven to 375°

F. Line two, 18-by-13-by1-inch baking pans with

aluminum foil. Combine sea salt and paprika. Cut the beets into very thin slices using a sharp knife or mandoline. Divide beets between each of the prepared pans. Drizzle each with oil then shake in the pan. Sprinkle with salt mixture and toss again. Bake for 15 minutes, then flip and bake for another 15 minutes or until chips are crispy.

Recipe by Reynolds Wrap

BEET HUMMUS

YIELD: 6 SERVINGS

2 roa sted beets, small

1 15-oz can chickpeas

Add beets to a full pot of water and bring to a boil, cooking them until they are fork tender. Remove beets from stove and drain into a colander. Run cold water over them to cool slightly. Remove the skins with a paring knife and/or fingers. Slice into quarters.

FOR THE DRESSING:

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the balsamic, mustard, salt and pepper. Add the oil and whisk thoroughly to combine. Continue whisking until the dressing is fully emulsified.

FOR THE SALAD:

Combine kale, beets, walnuts and 2 Tbsp dressing in a bowl and mix. Add a pinch or two of microgreens. Add the goat cheese by breaking it into small pieces. Add a pinch of salt and serve.

Note: Store any extra dressing in an airtight container and place in the refrigerator. Use within 7 days.

Recipe by The Chef’s Garden

1 large lemon, zested

½ large lemon, juiced

1 pinch salt and black pepper

2 large garlic cloves, minced

2 Tbsp tahini

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Peel and dice beets into cubes and roast in the oven at 350 ° F for 20 to 25 minutes. Once the beets are cooled, place them in blender or food processor and blend until only small bits remain. Add remaining ingredients except for olive oil and blend until smooth. Drizzle in olive oil as the hum

healing ways

Conservative Dentistry

WHY LESS IS MORE IN TOOTH REPAIR

by Linda Sechrist

Whetherdentistry is described as being conservative, biological or biomimetic, the description that pre cedes such health care is extremely important. That 10- or 12-letter term signifies a specific type of dentistry that’s the best option for both our teeth and the rest of our bodies, as Ann Lee found out when the pieces to her dental puzzle fell together in just the right order.

Lee, a naturopathic doctor and licensed acupuncturist who owns the Health for Life Clinic, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, had been experiencing problems with her sinuses for years. She had been alerted to a potential problem with one of her teeth via a preventive tool known as medical infrared thermograph screen ing. But it wasn’t until after she read an interview with dentist Blanche Grube in a naturopathic magazine about conservative dentistry that she made the connection. She bought Grube’s book, Chew on This But Don’t Swallow: A Must-Read Before Your Next Dental Visit, and read it from cover to cover. Grube drew upon 46 years of clinical observation, continuing educa tion conferences and thousands of hours of study to analyze how the whole body functions and what part teeth play in overall health.

Says Lee, “I had a capped tooth with metal underneath.

Once I got it removed, all the things connected to it resolved. My sinus issues, post-nasal drippage, coughing, and even my trigeminal neuralgia that I had for 10 years resolved.” Trigeminal neuralgia affects the nerves running from the face to the brain, causing electrical shock sensations to the jaw and face that can be triggered by stress or certain movements.

Today, when Lee suspects a correlation between the physical problems a patient has with the amount of metal in their mouth such as fillings, crowns and permanent retainers, she relates their physical problems to metal oxidation and inflammation that can manifest in numerous ways, and suggests that the patient read Grube’s book and consider any of the non-metal options now available.

Bernice Teplitsky, DDS, owner of Wrigleyville Dental, in Chi cago, interprets biological dentistry as dealing with the whole person. “Both biological and conservative dentistry deal with biocompatible materials, making sure that each is right for the individual. Determining the compatibility of dental materials is important for those who have existing allergies, because their immune systems have already been compromised, and having to deal with new allergies to dental materials may only worsen their condition,” she says.

Conservative dentistry involves remov ing a minimum of healthy tooth structure during the restorative process. By con serving natural enamel and dentin, many of the complications caused by exces sive tooth shaving and drilling are avoid ed. “Students who went to dental school 15 years ago weren’t taught biological, biomimetic or conservative dentistry, and they didn’t have the superior mate rials that we have today,” says Teplitsky. “Unless they took continuing education

units that taught these things, they didn’t learn that traditional approaches require unnecessary removal of tooth structure and fail to replicate the properties of natural teeth, leading to major compli cations including root canals, fractures and extractions. They also didn’t learn that what is going in the mouth with the teeth and gums relates to the overall condition of a person’s health.”

According to studies reported in Science Direct, which offers the latest

peer-reviewed research papers, teeth naturally have the optimal properties and structure to withstand the many challenges of the oral environment. Conservative dentistry, with its inno vative materials, efficiently preserves this natural tooth structure, particularly when combined with early detection.

Linda Sechrist is Natural Awakenings’ senior staff writer.

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calendar of events OCTOBER 2022

To have your business or organizations events listed in our calendar send your information to mike@naturalawakenings-houston.com

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER

5TH-26TH

People’s Eco-Challenge. Online All Hous ton-area residents are invited to participate in the online People’s Ecochallenge. This event offers you the opportunity to care for the earth by taking on a challenge in: regen erating nature, nourishing food, balancing consumption, cultivating communities or enacting equity. Online. : https://peoples. ecochallenge.org/participants/join?refer ral_code=ca5c70ec-b02b-4d9f-a4f0-946dc 4b56543&team_invitation=true&team_ id=21277 Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs. lrc@gmail.com.

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8TH

Peaceful Planet Foundation Annual Retreat 9 am - 3 pm. The Peaceful Planet Foundation Annual Retreat features informa tive nutrition and emotional wellness presen tations and break-out sessions. The keynote will be given by Garth Davis, MD, on the Role of Nutrition in the Obesity Epidemic. Choices for the break-out sessions include different styles of yoga, cooking demon strations, sessions on gardening basics, pra nayama, and wellness. A lunch is included in the admission. cost: suggested donation of $25 or more. The Council on Recovery, 303 Jackson Hill St. #1, Houston, TX 77007. https://tinyurl.com/ykdctc5v

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8TH

Garden Tour & Prayer with Eyes Wide Open. 10 am. Experience a private guided tour of the Houston Botanic Garden, fol lowed by practice of the nature-based Chris tian spiritual discipline of prayer with eyes wide open. Prayer with eyes wide open is a very meaningful way to deepen spirituality through nature, and nurture a loving relation ship with the earth. Houston Botanic Gar den, One Botanic Ln. (at 8210 Park Place Blvd.) 77017. This activity is for a small group and space is limited. Note that a ticket to this event does not cover the garden ad mission fee, which must be paid separately by each participant. Register at: https://www. eventbrite.com/e/garden-tour-prayer-witheyes-wide-open-tickets-405628354327.

Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail. com with any questions.

TUESDAY OCTOBER 11TH

Buddhist Contemplation for Dissolving

Self/Other Distancing. 7:00 pm-8:15 pm. Online. Many who write on divisions in cultures, and between cultures, will often mention “othering” as a source of divisive ness, whether about race, gender, sexual preference, religion, or any other identifying group marker. Lamas Rigzin Drolma/Anne Klein, and Namgyal Dorje/Harvey Aronson, will offer some contemplative guidance on lessening distance from others and enhanc ing a sense of connection. They will have some senior students respond to their teach ings with observations and/or questions and then open the floor to those in the audience. FREE. https://www.dawnmountain.org/dis solve/

FRIDAY OCTOBER 14TH

Carnival Spooktacular. 7 pm-midnight. Cel ebrate Halloween early with Thorn & Moon. Vendors, food trucks, cirque performers, music, costume contest, and photo booth. Admission is free. Market Square Park, 301 Milam St. 77002. magickalmarket.com

SUNDAY OCTOBER 16TH

Fall 2022 Interfaith Environmental Stewardship Event. 1:30-4:30 pm. We will engage in hands-on environmental stew ardship at the Willow Waterhole Conserva tion Reserve, getting the park spruced up for MusicFest on Oct. 29. This event will offer activities for all ages and skill levels. Please register for planning purposes at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fall-2022-inter faith-environmental-stewardship-event-tick ets-405652576777. Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.com for more information.

SUNDAY OCTOBER 30

Ancient Egyptian Healing Certification 10:30 am-7:30 pm. Shemsu RA and Arat RA Reiki will present a Kemetic Reiki Level 1 Certifi cation Participants will learn the ancient art of self mind-body-soul healing. Proceeds will help to support African-centered schools in Nigeria.Cost is $185 before Sep. 4/$225 after-includes lunch and materials. Location: Houston. For more inforation, call Aset Hetep at 832-422-7457, email Info@AratRaReik.com or visit AratRa Reiki.com.

SUNDAY OCTOBER 30TH

The Three-Part Path of Regeneration. 6 pm. Join Amanda Tullos, CEO & Founder of GreeNexus Consulting, to learn about her quest to move the needle toward a more regenerative relationship between people, place, and planet. Online. Please register for this talk on www.eventbrite.com at https:// www.eventbrite.com/e/the-three-part-pathof-regeneration-tickets-412422034407. Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail. com with any questions.

PLAN AHEAD

WEDNESDAY

NOVEMBER 16TH

Strong Open Heart: Love is All. 7:00 am-8:30 am. Online. Practical steps for deepening love and compassion for oneself and others. Presented by Anne C. Klein, and Harvey B. Aronson, and Dawn Mountain. Free. https://www.dawnmountain.org/com passion-2022/

monday

IGNITE! Sessions. 10am-5pm. Find your pur pose with igniter/artist/intuitive guide Sarah Gish in 30- or 60-minute sessions ($50 or $100). You’ll leave with a personal mantra that reinforces what the heart-centered connection uncovered. Call for appointment: 713.993.0550. Body Mind & Soul. 7951 Katy Freeway.

tuesday

Dawn Mountain presents Teaching Tues day: Heritage of Sutras on the first and third Tuesdays of the month from 7 to 8:30 p.m., September 6 through December 6 on line. Watch live on Zoom or stream later on YouTube. The teachings attributed to Gauta ma Buddha are a treasure trove of guidance and inspiration for all traditions of Buddhism. Lama Rigzin Drolma, Lama Namgyal Dorje, Dr. Nathaniel Rich and other popular Dawn Mountain instructors will be exploring these early Indian texts. https://tinyurl. com/2p8uswxe

wednesday

Blissful Quests® with Doyle Ward-The Pocast. 1:00pm.Are you looking for an swers? Have you ever had a “hunch” or a “gut feeling” that came true? Are you won dering if you are intuitive? Maybe the real question to explore is not IF you are intuitive, but HOW you are intuitive. Doyle Ward is an experienced intuitive medium, teacher, grief recovery specialist, and life coach. Call in during the show at: 1-760-456-7277, access on-demand episodes or listen live! blissful quests.com/podcast

Climate Solutions 101. 5pm. Online. Start ing October 13 and running through Novem ber 7. Climate Solutions 101 is the world’s first major educational effort focused solely on climate solutions rather than rehashing well-known climate challenges. This course, presented in video units and in-depth con versations, combines Project Drawdown’s trusted resources. Register for this course on at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cli mate-solutions-101-tickets-405602787857.

Contact Lisa Brenskelle at gcs.lrc@gmail.

saturday

Reiki Circle 11:00 am. Reiki Holy Fire Experience healing circle, held on 2nd & 4th Saturday of every month. A chosen issue for healing will be the focus of each circle. Everyone is welcome.Location: 9039 Katy Freeway, building 500, suite 504, Houston, TX 77024. Fee: Love offering. Contact: April 713-922-3474. Website: abui-acupuncture clinic.com

sunday

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.dawnmoun tain.org/upcoming-live-webcasts-2/

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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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URBAN COLONICS-MOBILE

Treresa Hutt 5042 Briscoe St. Houston, TX.77033 713-738-8199 urbancolonics.com

We now offer the first and ONLY mobile colonic service in Houston. If you are unable to leave your home or prefer to take your colon hydrotherapy in privacy and convenience of your home, we will come to you. 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 wa ter. 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 appoint ment

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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-fits-all 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 ini tial phone consultation. Hours until 5 pm Fridays. See Ad page 6.

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 bal ance 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 thera peutic plans that address chronic illness & autoim mune disease for patients seeking support both in-person and virtually. Phoenix Rising Integra tive 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. See Ad page 7.

Do not wait until the conditions are perfect to begin. Beginning makes the conditions perfect.

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AUSTIN ORGANIC VILLAGE

Online sales only. 833-AUSTIN-1 austinorganicvillage.online

Focused on helping others achieve great er balance in life, our high-quality kratom prod ucts 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 infor mation or to place an order. See ad page 10.

KREAT DAY BOTANICALS

1973 W Gray, Suite 23 Houston, TX 77019 713-369-0946 KreatDay.com

A BBB Accredited Business

We provide the choic est 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 Or ganic 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. We got you covered! See ads on pages 2, 6, and 8.

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

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!

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

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

Find employment at Luxury Spas, Fitness Centers & Rehab Clinics. 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.

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MASSAGE

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

Are you in pain? Well, you don’t have to live like this. We are here to heal your body and mind through mas sage 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 832-5266520. Our mission is to heal your mind and body.

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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 commu nity 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” teach ings 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 informa tion and consider taking advantage of our many offerings.

METAPHYSICAL

CHAKRA SHOP OF OLD TOWN SPRING

315 Gentry Street Spring Texas 77373 Unit B1 281-288-9130

A unique metaphysi cal 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 meta physical 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 cus tom-make many of our product lines. Our prod ucts include a range of metaphysical items, clothing, books, stones, jewelry, candles, soaps, teas, incenses, herbs, blades, and accesso ries 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

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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 peo ple for over five years with holistic medicine, diet, nutri tion 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. See ad on page 8.

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 prod ucts 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!

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PAIN REMEDY

AUNT ALBERTA’S REMEDY Homeopathic Pain Relief Cream 973-715-9097 info@AlbertasPainRelief.com albertaspainrelief.com

Need Relief from Arthritis? Try Aunt Al berta’s Remedy to ease muscular aches and joint pain. Her Remedy is a homeopathic pain relief cream that penetrates deep into the skin and muscle tis sues. Get beneficial relief from sciatica, fibromyal gia, 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 nu tritional 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 ho listic 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

SPICES

GISTARB SPICE BLENDS

Gwen Gistarb Online Only Houston, Texas 77050 gistarbspiceblends.com 832-725-6342

Gistarb Spice Blends strive in making our all-natural ingredients, not only healthy but with amazing taste. Using natural spices created into all-nat ural seasoning will fulfill your life-long wellness. It’s like all the little details come together in harmony to create something magical. Starting inside out to accommodate all types of eaters; medical concerns, vegans, vegetarians, and those looking to change their eating habits. We offer nine great flavors for spicing up your everyday meals, with and without sodium, with no additives or preser vatives included. We’re here to provide all your seasoning needs. Visit us today to learn more at gistarbspiceblends.com

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SURFING SCHOOL

C-SICK SURFIN’

43rd Street Lifeguard Stand-Seawall Blvd. Galveston, Texas 409-770-9455 c-sicksurfin.

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Galveston’s old est 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!

There are two mistakes one can make along the road to truth … not going all the way and not starting.

~Buddha

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 pro cedure 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 neces sary.

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.

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YOGA

UNION YOGA STUDIO 600 N Shepherd Dr., #449 Houston, TX 77007 800-215-3190 unionstudio.yoga

The studio is dedicated to self-study through move ment, breath and meditation, and is committed to upholding the tenets of authenticity, sincerity, inclusion, and integrity without exception. We offer a variety of classes including Vinyasa, The Rest of Yoga (™), Yin, Hatha, and Myofascial Release. Classes are in-person, streaming and on-demand. Owner and lead instructor, Kim Taurins has been practicing yoga since 2001. She is a 500 hour E-RYT level with an emphasis in yoga therapeutics, Daoism, Reiki, and bodywork. Visit our website for more information, class schedules or to sign up.

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