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contents Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more 11 6 newsbriefs balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, per 10 healthbriefs sonal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

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eflecting on the past year, I feel overwhelmed with gratitude for two major blessings: all the wonderful people whose paths I’ve crossed, both old and new friends; and the gifts of lessons learned through recent experiences.

Now I am sitting, embracing my power for designing this coming year by weaving cherished goals and resolutions into each step forward. It dawns on me how simple the concept and how important the act.

Absent clear goals we tend to wander about, and then wonder what’s happening with our life. With a clear direction before us, we’re better equipped to take the next step.

I’m currently working to define what I’d like to change and achieve in coming months and expect you are likely in similar mode.

My list is long but I have a strategy to take me forward and am excited by the notion of figuring out the tactics required. May we all be continually open and mindful of the adventures this next year offers.

This issue is full of helpful information to guide us in nurturing both body and mind. I love Louise Hay’s inspiring insights on the opportunity to love ourself into ageless health.

Local expert, Elaine Pendergrast of The Breema Center, has also contributed a thought-provoking article, Where There is Harmony, There Is Health in which she suggests, “To become present, Breema asks the wandering mind, to instead do a simple job: Be with the activity of the body.” It’s a good first step for anyone trying to make or strengthen the all-important mind-body connection.

I’ve been blessed to participate in many nurturing events this past year, many of which continue to drive home the means we have to take charge of our path and redesign what’s to come. My wish for every one of us is that we find the path that calls us and that feels right every step of the way.

When distractions would tempt us from our path, remember the wise words of Helen M. Luke, from her poem, Important “We hurry through the so-called boring things in order to attend to that which we deem more important, interesting. Perhaps the final freedom will be a recognition that everything in every moment is ‘essential’ and that nothing at all is ‘important.’

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Bay Area Bike Share Pedals Steadily Toward the East Bay

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ate next year, look for a new fleet of light blue bikes east of the Bay Bridge. Bay Area Bike Share, which has picked up speed and about 5,000 members since its August 2013 launch in San Francisco and the Peninsula, has plans to expand to Oakland and Berkeley in 2016, according to the Metropolitan Planning Commission.

Local cyclists eagerly await the planned expansion to the East Bay, which is home to the third largest number of current annual members in the Bay Area Bike Share program, reports the Metropolitan Planning Commission.

Bay Area Bike Share is the region’s only bike sharing system, offering 700 bikes and 70 rental stations.

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newsbriefs Open Space Preserved in Dublin

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egislation that would have allowed for development in Doolan Canyon, the greenbelt between Dublin and Livermore, was easily defeated by voters on November 4, with a margin of four to one.

Measure “T” got the red light from many green organizations, including Save Mount Diablo, and was opposed by the Dublin City Council, the Planning Commission and all four mayoral candidates.

Measure “T” was sponsored by the developer Pacific Union in a campaign called “Let Dublin Decide.”

Dublin residents and members of the “Save Dublin Open Space, No on Measure T” camp celebrate the win to preserve the open space, which for now protects from development the Tassajara and Las Positas Hills, stretching north to Mt. Diablo and Los Vaqueros.

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Pleasanton Pilates Offers New Year, New Client Discount

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leasanton Pilates, now open at 55 West Angela Street, Suite 210, is the first studio in the greater Pleasanton area to offer the Pilates system in its most authentic form, as first developed by German gymnast, Joseph H. Pilates. Fully certified instructors and co-owners, Nikki Fifles and Jillian Feulner, lead private and semiprivate Classical Pilates sessions designed to reawaken the body and mind. From now through January 15, new clients receive $50 off a package of five private sessions, or $100 off a package of 10 private sessions.

Fifles and Feulner, who trained under Pilates’ protege, Romana Kryzanowska, customize private sessions to help clients of all levels of fitness master the Classical Pilates system and experience its transformative power. “Pilates is a lifetime journey, but in 10 sessions you will see and feel a difference in your body,” says Feulner. “With continued practice, your body starts to instinctively work the right muscles. You feel an invisible string pulling your body upward—you can feel your body getting tighter, leaner and longer.”

Pilates developed his system of exercises in part to aid World War I veterans in rehabilitation. Utilizing the mat, pieces of apparatus and the reformer, Pilates’ groundbreaking system is still used to treat clients recovering from injuries. “Classical Pilates is a great way to get back into an exercise program following a physical setback,” says Fifles. “We can help clients put their bodies back together safely and gradually.” Fifles, who has seen first-hand the life changing effects of the Pilates system, adds, “There’s no reason to move away from the classical method because it has everything we need to help our clients feel great.”

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n February 7, Californians from across the state will gather in Governor Jerry Brown’s longtime hometown of Oakland to demand major environmental policy changes. Event participants will call on Governor Brown to stand up for California by standing up to the fossil fuel industry.

The free, family-friendly event aims to bring attention to hazards associated with hydraulic fracturing, or oil fracking, a controversial process of injecting liquids at high pressure into cracks of subterranean rocks to aid oil or gas extraction. Rally organizers object to the practice, citing potentially dangerous aftereffects including air and water pollution, and ask Governor Brown to put an end to fracking. If New York can ban fracking, California can too.

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New Year, New You Cleanse

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ing in a healthier, happier new year with a gentle 21-day cleanse, hosted by NutraPartners. The New Year, New You Cleanse includes three group meetings held on January 13, 20, and February 3, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Absolute Chiropractic, in Alamo.

Following an overindulgent and often stressful holiday season, NutraPartners owner, Kathy Napoli, helps her clients feel their best with a detoxifying cleanse. Says Napoli, a gentle cleanse increases energy, promotes more restful sleep, elevates mood and mental focus, improves stress management, balances blood sugar and lowers body fat.

The New Year, New You Cleanse includes nutritional supplements, nutritional shake packets, recipe ideas and the support of group meetings. Over three weeks, Napoli and her team of nutrition consultants, Celeste Johnson and Leesa Woods, provide participants with information and inspiration needed to successfully complete the cleanse.

newsbriefs Salt Therapy Spa Healing in the East Bay

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alt Spa Walnut Creek is the first of its kind in the East Bay to offer safe, drug-free salt therapy treatment for a variety of respiratory and skin conditions. Now open at 1538 Newell Avenue in Walnut Creek, the spa provides a relaxing experience for clients seeking natural relief from sneezing, coughing, headaches, rashes and itching.

Also known as Halotherapy, salt therapy treatment occurs in a simulated salt cave microclimate. The curative element is dry sodium chloride aerosol—salt air—that travels through the respiratory system to destroy bacteria. Salt therapy clears mucus from the airways, provides anti-inflammatory effects, improves skin health and strengthens the body’s immune system, according to Salt Spa Walnut Creek owner, Elizabeth Tejada, who has seen first-hand the healing power of salt therapy. “The effects of salt therapy can be quite dramatic,” says Tajeda. “We’ve even helped asthma clients break their dependency on their inhalers—it’s remarkable.”

Tajeda became interested in salt therapy following her father’s difficult battle with emphysema and asthma. “My dad would wake up unable to breathe, and he would over-use his inhaler, which contained steroids and didn’t seem to help,” says Tajeda. “I wish I’d known about salt therapy sooner.” Today, Tajeda finds joy in helping others get natural relief from pain, irritation and difficulty breathing. “Clients will often say thank you and hug me, because salt therapy has changed their lives,” adds Tejada.

Salt Spa Walnut Creek features two relaxing salt rooms for adults and a third salt playroom to keep children entertained. Salt Spa Walnut Creek is designed to be more than a business, says Tajeda, it’s a community. This is evident in Tajeda’s popular Thursday night Salt Talks, when spa members and nonmembers gather at 7 p.m. to receive calming salt therapy treatments, discuss issues, receive support and optional nutritional counseling. Everyone is welcome, says Tajeda, who encourages the gift of natural relief in the new year. Clients who spend $180 on a Salt Spa Walnut Creek gift certificate receive $45 off a second gift certificate for themselves, a family member or a friend.

“My experience with NutraPartners has been extremely supportive and educational,” says cleanse participant, Sandra Seskin. “Kathy, Celeste and Leesa Salt Talk cost: $10 for members, $30 for nonmembers. For more information, call are so passionate about their work, and 925-280-SALT(7258) or visit SaltSpaWalnutCreek.com. their clients reap the many benefits.

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The Magic seminar is co-taught by Dr. Richard Bartlett and co-instructor Melissa Joy, who explore the powerful field of consciousness potential and further expand upon ME Fundamentals skill-sets. The Magic seminar focuses Richard Bartlett on the art and science of creation, realization and manifestation, and takes participants into the realms of intensified personal empowerment. Participants must successfully complete a minimum of one ME Fundamentals Melissa Joy seminar or one Level 1 & 2 seminar prior to attending the Magic seminar.

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Don’t Let Bacteria Spoil the Party

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uring the holiday season, we may eat more often from dishes of food that have been sitting out for some time. Mayonnaise in noodles, egg and potato salads and unwashed fruit can deliver sickening doses of numerous bacteria. Turkey and chicken can be a significant source of Salmonella.

Even lettuce and spinach in salads can harbor E. coli. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control estimates that 50 million Americans each year get sick from foodborne illnesses.

As many as 3,000 people will die. With 50 million reported cases a year, how is the U.S. Food and Drug Administration going to protect us from home-cooked meals?

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healthbriefs Prevention is the Best Medicine for the Common Cold

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hile there are countless homeopathic remedies to help manage cold symptoms, Rashana Rauniar Sharma, a San Ramon-based practitioner of ayurveda at the Chetna Center for Holistic Healing, turns to the 5,000-year-old wisdom of healing for simple, natural ways to prevent the common cold.

First, says Sharma, focus on diet. Replace salad with soup and include more cooked green vegetables, either stir fried or steamed. Also, opt for warm foods and drinks over cold. Warm milk with a pinch of dry ginger and turmeric powder benefits people of all ages, Rashana Rauniar especially kids, says Sharma. Second, try Oil Magic.

Sharma Once per week, self-massage the body with warm sesame oil, 30 minutes before showering. Ayurveda wisdom also calls for a few drops of warm sesame oil in each each ear once or twice per week. However, oil drops are not recommended if an ear infection is present.

Third, continue sun exposure and breathing exercises, says Sharma.

Winter brings cooler temperatures and occasionally wet weather, yet ayurveda wisdom recommends we find small windows of opportunity to spend time outdoors. To clear upper respiratory passages, Sharma suggests yogic breathing exercises (Pranayama), including Bhastrika and Kapal Bhati.

Next, says Sharma, try an herbal decoction. For moderate to severe cough and cold, Sharma prepares homemade herbal tea by first bringing to a boil 4 to 5 cups of water with 1 tablespoon of grated ginger, ¼ teaspoon of turmeric powder, ¼ teaspoon of ghee and 1 tablespoon of Ajwain seeds. She stores this decoction in a thermos and sips from it throughout the day. Says Sharma, herbal tea may also provide relief from asthmatic conditions.

For a sweeter flavor, add uncooked honey to the herbal tea just before consuming.

Finally, add Chyawanprash to breakfast, says Sharma. Today found in many health food stores, this ayurvedic herbal jam is known to be highly effective against colds and chronic coughs and works best if consumed in the morning with a cup of warm milk. We’ll drink to that.

Ayurvedic cold prevention tips are for educational purposes only and are not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition or replace advice given by a physician. For more information about her practice, call 925-255-5375 or visit ChetnaCenter.com. See listing on page 28.

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Eucalyptus Oil Inhibits Spread of TB

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any of the natural compounds in the essential oil of Eucalyptus citriodora may prevent the airborne spread of the tuberculosis (TB) bacterium (Mycobacterium tuberculosis), according to a study from the Institute for Tuberculosis Research at the University of Illinois College of Pharmacy. Several of the compounds in the eucalyptus oil inhibited the airborne spread of the infection by 90 percent, while the major component of the oil was only weakly active, at 18 percent.

The scientists used an array of analytical laboratory tests to measure the airborne spread of TB from contagious patients. They also identified 32 active airborne compounds within the essential oil of eucalyptus and studied the impact of the interaction of multiple components in artificial mixtures.

The researchers undertook the study because “the rapid emergence of extensively and multidrug-resistant tuberculosis has created a pressing public health problem… and represents a new constraint in the already challenging disease management of TB.”

Legumes, Nuts and Corn Cut Risk of Breast Cancer

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Harvard Medical School study concluded that eating more peanut butter, corn, nuts and beans, including lentils and soybeans, during adolescence significantly reduces the risk of breast cancer later on.

The researchers followed 9,039 young women that were between 9 and 15 years old when the study started in 1996, having the subjects complete diet questionnaires every year through 2001, and also in 2003, 2004, 2007 and 2010.

When the women were ages 18 to 30, the number of benign breast diseases that had developed was recorded. The statistics associated a daily serving of nuts and legumes at age 14 with a 66 percent reduction in the risk of developing breast cancer. Just a single serving of peanut butter once every three days at the age of 11 was associated with a 44 percent reduction of breast cancer risk. Intake of at least one serving of corn every three days was correlated with a 39 percent reduction in the disease.

Earlier studies by Harvard researchers found that eating pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, soybeans, tofu and other vegetable fats also reduces breast cancer risk.

Secondhand Smoke Damages Children’s Hearing

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esearchers from São Paulo’s School of Medical Sciences of Santa Casa have found that secondhand smoke negatively affects a child’s hearing. The researchers tested 145 students between ages 8 and 10 that showed normal hearing in standardized tests. Their secondhand smoke exposure was measured by the level of a nicotine metabolite in the children’s urine. The 60 youngsters that had been exposed to secondhand smoke showed significantly lower responses to certain frequencies in both ears when compared to the others that weren’t exposed to the smoke.

Researchers suspect that the affecting mechanism may be the acrolein gas that forms from burning tobacco cigarettes. The chemical was found to damage ear cells in a study published in the International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology. A 2012 study of diesel exhaust, which likewise produces acrolein gas, by the Republic of Korea’s Dongguk University, also showed damage to middle ear cells.

Supporting these results, a study published in the American Medical Association Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery journal found that smoking during pregnancy almost triples the risk of lowfrequency hearing loss in the child.

The study tested 964 adolescents between ages 12 and 15, of whom 16 percent were exposed to prenatal smoking.

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Low Magnesium globalbriefs Levels Linked to News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together Kidney Disease in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

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study from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine found that people with low levels of magnesium in their blood have a significantly greater risk of chronic kidney disease. The researchers correlated the blood levels of magnesium in 13,226 people ages 45 to 65 with the incidence of chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal disease among them. Subjects that had blood serum magnesium levels below what is generally considered the normal range (0.7–1 millimole per liter) were associated with a 58 percent increased risk of chronic kidney disease and a 139 percent increased risk of endstage renal disease.

Abnormally low levels of magnesium may result from a number of conditions, including inadequate intake of serum magnesium due to chronic diarrhea, malabsorption, alcoholism, chronic stress and the use of medications such as diuretics. Foods rich in magnesium include leafy greens, nuts and seeds, beans, whole grains, avocados, bananas and figs.

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Smart Solar

Japan Floats New Nuclear Alternative Two companies in Japan will begin building two huge new solar power islands that will float on reservoirs, following the inception of the Kagoshima floating solar plant as the country’s largest, which opened in late 2013 just off the country’s southern coast.

The new direction comes as Japan looks to move on from the Fukushima atomic disaster of 2011 and meet the energy needs of its 127 million people without relying on nuclear power. Before the incident, about 30 percent of the country’s power was generated by nuclear plants, but Fukushima destroyed public confidence, and with earthquakes highly likely in regions containing reactors, Japan is looking for alternatives.

Solar islands could also be a solution for other countries where space or nuclear concerns are an issue. It’s possible that one day a significant portion of Europe’s power could come from use of the technology; experts believe the engineering challenges can be surmounted.

Source: DailyGalaxy.com

Safer Groceries Landmark Food Law Being Enforced

The Center for Food Safety (CFS) has reached a settlement agreement (Tinyurl.com/FoodSettlementAgreement) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that sets firm deadlines for the agency to fully enact the 2011 Food Safety Modernization Act. A federal court will maintain supervision to ensure FDA compliance.

CFS senior attorney George Kimbrell, who led the case, says, “The first major update to our food safety laws since 1938 must now be implemented in a closed-ended, timely fashion. That means safer food for American families.”

Congress passed the law to combat the epidemic of food-borne illnesses affecting one in six Americans annually. After repeated delays, the FDA must now comply with the following court-overseen schedule to implement the final rules: preventative controls for human and animal food (8/30/2015); imported food and foreign suppliers (10/31/2015); produce safety (10/31/2015); food transportation (3/31/2016); and intentional adulteration of food (5/31/2016).

Source: CenterForFoodSafety.org

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Pristine Protection

America’s Huge New Underwater Park The Pacific Remote Islands National Marine Monument—about 470,000 square miles of ocean surrounding a couple of remote U.S. Pacific islands—is now officially set aside to protect its pristine habitat from deep-sea mining and commercial fishing. Although smaller than the nearly 800,000 square miles of its original plan, the park is still twice the size of Texas.

In a final compromise, fishermen will have access to the waters around half of the islands and atolls, while the other half remains protected. Only 2 percent of the entire Pacific enjoys similar protection.

Corn Guzzler

Downsides of Ethanol Ethanol, which makes up 10 percent of the gasoline available at filling stations, together with other biofuels made from crops, appeared to be a way to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. However, recent research shows that the federal government’s push to up production of corn-derived ethanol as a gasoline additive since the U.S. Renewable Fuels Standard was enacted in 2007 has instead expanded our national carbon footprint and contributed to a range of other problems.

The nonprofit Environmental Working Group warns that continued production of corn ethanol is both worse for the climate than gasoline and bad for farmers, the land and consumers. “It’s driving up food prices, straining agricultural markets, increasing competition for arable land and promoting conversion of uncultivated land to grow crops,” according to this watchdog organization.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is reportedly weighing a proposal to cut the amount of ethanol currently required by law to be blended into gasoline by 1.39 billion gallons, equivalent to taking 580,000 cars off the roads for a year. Researchers have been trying to develop greener forms of ethanol, but none are ready for market yet.

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Helping People Smile

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on the fly,” he says. “It was olin Yoshida, useful because I had to solve DDS, owner of problems all by myself using Fremont Denwhatever materials I had tistry, was born and with me, but it got old pretty raised in Honolulu, quick.”

Hawaii, a place where

Looking for a change, families helped each Yoshida moved back to other and everybody San Francisco in 1996. He in the neighborhood worked for a dental office knew everybody else. for six months and then “I could walk to school bought Fremont Dentistry. and my parents wouldn’t Since then, he has grown think twice about it,” he the practice to include three recalls. Perhaps it was a hygienists, four assistants simpler time. His mother Colin Yoshida and a marketing manager. was a grocery store His wife, Harriet, is the clerk and his father was office bookkeeper. He hopes to hire a bank examiner for the state. There a second dentist within the next two were five kids in the family—two years. brothers and three sisters.

Yoshida’s dental practice is holis While in high school, Yoshida tic. In addition to performing genaspired to be an auto mechanic. “I eral dentistry, which includes regular liked working on cars and fixing stuff. checkups and cleanings, he specializes I would tinker around with things, in the removal of old amalgam fillings so I thought being an auto mechanic that contain mercury, a toxic element would be perfect, but then my mom intercepted and said I had to go to col- that slowly leaks out of the filling, as well as ozone treatments to kill lege,” Yoshida admits with a laugh. bacteria in compromised areas of the

In college, he earned a degree in mouth. “Your teeth affect your whole biology, and at his brother’s promptbody,” Yoshida explains. “You don’t ing, enrolled at the University of the want any infection in your mouth. So Pacific School of Dentistry, in San I look for gum infections, gum disease Francisco. Like his brother that graduand abscesses on your teeth.” ated a year before him, Yoshida was

As he advised the graduating class the school valedictorian—first in his in dental school, Yoshida always strives class. He gave a speech to the graduto learn something new. “Nowadays ates, advising them to always keep what drives me is figuring out things learning.

I can do to help people get healthier.

Upon graduation, Yoshida reThat’s my purpose and my mantra. So turned to Hawaii and worked in a whatever I learn, I’m learning to help dental practice with his brother. After seven years, he longed to go out on his people in their health,” he says. He regularly advises his patients about own and took a job as a contractor for the state prison system. For three years, nutritional supplements and lifestyle changes in diet and exercise. He has he flew from island to island, staying one week in each location, treating the also seen patients respond well to a practice called oil pulling, which prisoners. “I learned how to fix stuff

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involves swishing oil in the mouth to pull toxins out of the body. In the coming year, Yoshida plans to learn a technique called autonomic response testing, using body energy to diagnose and treat patient maladies.

Yoshida has also developed a specialty in temporomandibular joint disorder, commonly referred to as TMJ, a misalignment of the teeth that causes headaches and facial pain, as well as biting and chewing difficulties.

By customizing orthotics and doing restorations, he helps people regain their ideal bite, relieving the pressure and debilitating pain the disorder can cause.

The idea of people helping people, which he enjoyed as a child growing up in Hawaii, is still a value he holds dear today. His No Cavity Club, a reward for kids, acknowledges young patients that are taking good care of their teeth, and the Patient of the Month prize goes to someone that has followed his recommendations and achieved good results. “We want to give them motivation,” Yoshida says.

With two daughters of his own, Yoshida enjoys seeing them develop.

His youngest, a 16-year-old in high school, is focused on her marching band activities, while the 20-year-old attends the University of California, in San Diego, and is pursuing a degree in biochemistry. “Who knows what she’s going to do with it?” Yoshida quips.

“There’s still hope that she could be a dentist.”

Fremont Dentistry is located at 3885 Beacon Ave., Ste. C, in Fremont. For more information, call 510-745-1800, email Colin.Yoshida@yahoo.com or visit FremontDentistry.com.

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life; healthy cell function produces proper endocrine (hormonal) functioning, influencing homeostasis.

This past August, 12 nationally recognized functional medicine experts participated in the country’s first online Metabolic Revolution Summit to discuss the importance of recognizing the dots that connect the majority of today’s chronic diseases—high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, pre-diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, weight gain, obesity, fatty liver disease, Alzheimer’s, dementia, cancer and even infertility. All of the panelists pointed to the root cause that links them all—the craze for a highcarbohydrate, low-fat diet starting in the 1990s combined with a sedentary lifestyle.

When several complex conditions exist simultaneously, medical science refers to them as a syndrome. Regardless of how such intricate interrelationships become manifest, all of these syndromes have early-stage signs that include inflammation, high blood sugar and insulin resistance, which can affect metabolic health.

It’s All About Metabolism Getting to the Root Cause of Disease

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ttempts to tender lay explanations of how to attain and maintain better health have become fragmented and compartmentalized, with complex scientific causeand-effect explanations of disease regularly reduced to isolated infographics and sound bites in the media. But understanding our body’s sophisticated, self-regulating, self-correcting and interdependent physiological systems, which work in collaboration with each other and inform us of the body’s status by means of symptoms, deserves a whole-systems frame of reference.

Stepping back from immediate concerns to grasp the bigger picture allows for rethinking the Western approach to health. A perspective that connects all the dots works best, beginning with the foundation of wellness—the functioning of 73 trillion cells that are organized into a variety of tissues, including interconnected systems of organs. Optimally, they function together harmoniously to achieve homeostasis, the overall chemical and energetic balance that defines metabolic health.

The Reign of Metabolism

Many perceive the role of metabolism as limited to determining energy expenditure via the number of calories burned per day, but it does much more. Metabolism actually encompasses thousands of physical and chemical processes that take place in the functioning of every cell, the building blocks of

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A Holistic Approach

Doctors that specialize in functional integrative medicine strive to improve the health and well-being of patients by engaging them in their own healing process. One popular approach is practiced by Durango, Colorado, Doctor of Chiropractic James Forleo, author of Health is Simple, Disease is Complicated: A Systems Approach to Vibrant Health. He starts by educating people about the basic functioning of the major body systems involved in their specific health challenges.

“To maintain metabolic health, no one should overlook that the body’s intelligence works 24/7 to solve multiple problems simultaneously, including balancing their metabolism. The more complex the pattern of symptoms, the more systems are involved. Whether a single or group of symptoms indicate metabolic dysfunction, it means that numerous systems that rely on healthy cells are unable to perform their normal functions,” explains Forleo.

For example, blood sugar issues, excess circulating insulin and buildup of excess glucose stored as fat can lead to metabolic dysfunction. The pancreas, thyroid and gastrointestinal tract—primary glands in the endocrine system that plays a major role in balancing body chemistry by secreting hormones directly into the circulatory system—are negatively impacted. Well-functioning adrenals are necessary to bal-

Pioneering integrative doctors are connecting the dots that point to the root causes of the majority of today’s chronic diseases. ance blood sugar and one role of the pancreas is to produce insulin.

When four of the eight major organ systems—immune, endocrine, cardiovascular and digestive—are impacted by metabolic dysfunction, a more holistic and systemic approach to health can provide a broader understanding of how they interrelate, and why preventive measures can preclude having to later pursue ways to reverse serious chronic diseases.

Lifestyle Factors

Functional medicine’s integrative approach to metabolic health is based on proper nutrition and regular exercise. “The inflammatory agents present in much of the food consumed at each meal in the standard American diet—high-glycemic refined carbohydrates, high-fructose corn syrup and other sugars, and hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated fats— are the biggest offenders,” says Forleo, who notes that the body instead needs good fats, such as those obtained from olive and coconut oils.

Factors over which we can exercise some control—physical activity, stress, sleep, diet and circadian rhythms—all play roles in metabolic health. Unfortunately, “We are moving further away from our ancestors’ healthier diet and lifestyle.

We’re overfed and undernourished because we’re no longer eating for nutrition, but for entertainment,” remarks Doctor of Chiropractic Brian Mowll, the medical director of Sweet Life Diabetes Health Centers in Pennsylvania and Delaware.

He characterizes metabolic dysfunction as the ultimate problem because it’s the doorway to many other ailments.

“A hundred years ago, infectious diseases plagued humanity.

Today and in the future, it’ll be metabolic disorders such as obesity, cancer, metabolic syndrome, thyroid disorders and other endocrine problems, diabetes and Type 2 diabetes,” predicts Mowll.

Metabolic Health Education

Dr. Caroline Cederquist, author of The MD Factor Diet: A Physician’s Proven Diet for Metabolism Correction and Healthy Weight Loss, and founder of Cederquist Medical Wellness Center, in Naples, Florida, conducted a one-year study of patients to identify their health issues via blood work analysis. Eighty-nine percent of the men, women and children showed evidence of insulin resistance. This often-overlooked metabolic condition affects how the body processes glucose, a simple sugar and the body’s primary fuel, making gaining weight easy and losing it difficult. Treated with proper diet, lifestyle changes and supplements, plus medication in advanced stages, Cederquist found that metabolic

dysfunction is reversible.

She explains that long-term insulin resistance can lead to fatty liver disease, high blood sugar and eventually, diabetes. It also directly affects cholesterol levels and can induce triglycerides, high blood pressure, low HDL (high-density lipoprotein, or “good” cholesterol), increased waist circumference and heart disease. In Cederquist’s young adult patients, metabolic dysfunction was also associated with polycystic ovarian syndrome, a cause of infertility.

Germany’s Dr. Wolf Funfack, a specialist in internal and nutritional medicine and creator of a well-regarded metabolic balancing program, noted that insulin resistance both increases the production of stress hormones and blocks production of the anti-inflammatory hormones that slow the aging process. Funfack’s all-natural, personalized nutrition plan, backed by more than 25 years of scientific study, is designed to bring hormonal balance, optimize health and lead to long-term weight management.

Cardiologist Stephen Sinatra, author of Metabolic Cardiology, goes a step further. He believes that metabolic dysfunction involving cells, hormones and inflammation encompasses the molecular-based essence of all disease. He observes, “Individuals diagnosed with several conditions can leave a doctor’s office with three or four prescriptions, rather than the one solution for reversal and prevention—a healthy lifestyle and non-inflammatory diet to offset and neutralize weight gain, blood pressure elevation and other abnormalities such as high blood sugar.”

Mowll agrees that many conventional healthcare practitioners don’t address the root cause of metabolic disorders or provide lifestyle interventions. “They simply reach for the prescription pad,” he says. This growing problem presents an opportunity to educate the entire populace.

Bestselling Virgin Diet author JJ Virgin, who characterizes the human body as a “chemistry lab,” adopts an easy-tofollow nutritional and fitness approach for metabolic health.

She recommends eating the types of healthy fats found in wild fish, raw nuts and seeds, coconut, avocado and olives.

Virgin prefers the clean, lean protein of grass-fed beef and wild fish, plus low-glycemic lentils and legumes and plenty of low-glycemic fruits like raspberries, blueberries, pears and grapefruits. Low-glycemic vegetables on her list include green peas, green beans, broccoli, cauliflower, onion and eggplant. “When you eat this way, there’s a slow release of sugar, and insulin remains at lower levels,” advises Virgin.

As in any systems theory, the whole must be understood in relationship to the parts, as well as the relevant environment. Experts agree that it’s paramount to take an expanded, systemic approach to metabolic health, rather than fixating on only one or two aspects at a time. Metabolic health—from basic cells to the most sophisticated of organized systems— can only be achieved and sustained when the whole system is healthy.

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings and host of the online Metabolic Revolution Summit. Visit her website ItsAllAboutWe.com for a free audio sample. natural awakenings

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Food Allergies?

ood allergies, particularly in children, are clearly on the rise. According to Dr. Hugh Sampson, a food allergy specialist at Mt. Sinai School of Medicine in N.Y. “We are certain that in the future the number of food allergies are going to increase.”

Many food allergies are classified as “hidden” allergies due to the fact that an individual may be consuming a food, often times on a daily basis that they have no idea they are allergic to. Frequently symptoms such as stomache aches, irritable bowel syndrome, acid reflux, indigestion, heartburn, excessive gas and bloating are directly related to food allergies.

Additionally, conditions such as migraine headaches, chronic sinusitis, post nasal drip, rashes, eczema, chronic fatigue, ADD/ADHD, mood swings and difficulty losing weight in many cases can be caused by food allergies.

Fortunately, a new, advanced method of allergy elimination is now available in the United States. Developed over a ten year period in Australia, a new technology called Advanced Allergy Therapeutics (AAT) is giving new hope to millions of allergy sufferers.

AAT is an alternative method of treating allergies of all kinds including not only food allergies, but airborne allergens such as pollens, grasses, weeds, trees, molds, dust and dust mites as well as pet/animal/insect allergies, chemical sensitivities and physical contactants. Both the testing and treatments are 100% pain free and noninvasive, and is the ideal choice for those who would prefer not to take drugs, use steroidal inhalers and sprays or go through years of allergy shots.

Children especially appreciate the AAT approach over the traditional medical procedures that involve piercing the skin. AAT is safe and effective for people of all ages including infants and produces zero side effects.

AAT is now available in Pleasanton at the office of Dr James Stalker, DC located near Stoneridge Mall. For a limited time, Dr Stalker is offering the initial consultation and complete testing protocol, normally a fee of $125 for only $25 to anyone who would like to experience relief from their allergy symptoms without using drugs or shots. A limited number of appointments are available, so call 925-344Dr. J. Stalker, DC 5244 to schedule today.

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How to Talk with a Doctor

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any patients, both men and women, have a heroworshipping attitude toward their physicians and can be intimidated during visits. They may feel it’s impolite to question a doctor, even to get information needed to make critical decisions for one’s self or a loved one.

Some doctors seem to have forgotten they are still just people with a medical degree. Patients should remember this if they encounter any perceived aloofness or arrogance.

Too often, such an unhelpful attitude may be acquired along with professional experience.

Getting ready for a visit to a doctor often entails following instructions, but should also include preparing questions you want answered. If a serious health issue has surfaced, such as an abnormal lab test or a diagnosis that requires treatment, make key questions count: “Where did this come from? Is there anything I can do for myself? What is the recommended treatment? What are the expected effects and unintended side effects of the proposed treatment? Are there alternative forms of treatment? Can I speak to one of your patients that has undergone this treatment?”

Then, do online research upon returning home. The Internet has placed the entire library of medicine at our fingertips. Sift out the science from the hype, refine questions and go back for deeper answers. Get a second opinion from another medical doctor or naturopath (some states license them) or doctor of Oriental medicine (acupuncture and herbs). No matter if the proposed treatment is as seemingly simple as a course of antibiotics or as serious as surgery, question it before automatically submitting to a diagnosis and drug prescription.

Each of us is the only person on Earth with the unique vantage point of living inside our body. We shouldn’t let anyone label us as depressed if a sick body says otherwise, that “It’s all in your head,” if it’s real, or that there’s no cure. That’s where alternative medicine usually begins and miracles can happen. The best results come from standing up for ourselves.

Dr. Carol L. Roberts practices integrative medicine at the Perlmutter Health Center, in Naples, FL (PerlHealth.com).

She is a founding diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine.

communityspotlight Where There Is Harmony, There Is Health

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f we look into the meaning of the word “health,” we see that the root relates to wholeness. But how often do we experience a sense of wholeness? Our minds are usually in conflict with our feelings and our bodies, so we want one thing one minute and something else the next.

We need a way to come out of the past and future, into the present.

The practice of Breema offers us practical tools to move from where we are to a place where our minds, bodies and feelings can function together in a balanced way. “When you are present, your mind is where your body is. But if you look, you’ll almost always find that your mind is everywhere but with the body,” writes Jon Schreiber, director of the Breema Center, in his book, Waking Up to This Moment.

To become present, Breema asks the wandering mind to instead do a simple job: be with the activity of the body. If we put this into practice, we may find it harder than expected. For example, we may be able to briefly bring the mind to be with the movement of each foot stepping alternately as we walk, but the next time we look, the mind is in the future, thinking about what to buy at the grocery store.

Our bodies are always breathing, even when we don’t know it. And because we can know this—not conceptually, but actually—it’s one of the best ways to practice body-mind connection. So we ask our minds to simply be with the process of inhalation and exhalation. We follow one inhalation until it’s complete, then one exhalation

until it’s complete. Don’t change the breath, just be with it, however it is.

And if our minds wander and we forget (even after one breath), we will let go of judgment and come back to the next inhalation and exhalation.

This exercise takes us in a useful direction from being complicated toward simply being. The more we can drop expectations and judgment, the more we can be with our activity, moment after moment. It’s not an easy exercise, but when we avoid discouragement and practice bringing together the mind and body, over and over, the mind and body learn to make friends with one another. When the mind and body are friends, the body becomes more relaxed, the mind quiets and we are more available.

As we continue body-mind connection, a subtle but palpable shift may occur—a new energy and aliveness enters, which signals the participation of our feelings in our activity. The energy of mind, feelings and body becomes unified. There is a tangible sense of presence. Instead of being passive, we become active participants in life. We experience that we are not separate from our activity, from our surroundings, from others or from the rest of life. We may see the interconnectedness and interrelatedness of everything and our parts in that. Whatever we are doing begins to feel more meaningful. Once we have a taste of being present, we can start to understand the direction offered by Breema’s Nine Principles of Harmony, and apply the Principles in our lives.

As we begin to be more present,

we may experience Single Moment/Single Activity, when activities seems fresh and new, moment after moment, and we get a glimpse of what Full Participation means. There is a natural balance of Firmness and Gentleness in our approach to life. We are more relaxed and feel more at home in our bodies, minds and feelings, and discover the direction inherent in Body Comfortable.

In the present, thoughts and concerns about the past and future fade into the background. We realize there’s no need to rush or have resistance to what we’re doing, and we experience No Hurry/No Pause and No Extra. We see that everything is exactly as it needs to be and we don’t need to change anything. So we drop ideas of “good” and “bad,” and in an atmosphere of acceptance, move in the direction indicated

by No Judgment and No Force. We recognize that we are a part of everything that exists, and that many events have brought us to experience this very moment. We see the Mutual Support in being present.

With the continued practice of body-mind connection, and with application of Breema’s universal principles to our daily lives, we gain the ability to deal with life’s events and conditions and come to balance within ourselves.

Our relationships become more harmonious. We now have the tools to move from complication to simplicity, and from fragmentation to meaning, wholeness and health.

Elaine Pendergrast has practiced Breema for over 22 years and teaches Breema nationally and at the Breema Center, in Oakland. To join her in celebrating International Breema Week beginning January 10, call 510-428-0937 or visit Breema.com. See ad on page 6.

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Get Rid of Clutter

Problem: We all have way too much “stuff,” says Linda Rauch Carter, author of Move Your Stuff, Change Your Life.

“If you don’t have room, you shut yourself off from the flow of energy in your home and become exhausted,” says the Tustin, California, feng shui expert. “When I ask a client to take half of the stuff off a shelf and then ask how it feels, they almost always take a deep breath. The clutter literally chokes off breath and vitality.”

ENERGY BOOSTERS Four Ways to Recharge

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tress saps energy, and Americans feel stressed more than ever, with 20 percent of us experiencing “extreme stress” at least weekly, according to the American Institute of Stress. Could latenight TV and the ubiquitous presence of electronic devices be the culprits?

Partly, according to information published by Harvard Medical School.

While all light stimulates the brain, the blue light from electronic devices and some eco-light bulbs disrupt circadian rhythms, prevent production of melatonin and block deep, healthful, restorative sleep.

Fortunately, there’s an easy remedy, say Harvard experts: Seek abundant exposure to bright natural sunlight, and then turn off all electronic devices an hour before bedtime. Some experts even suggest wearing orangecolored goggles for the last two waking hours to neutralize the energy-sucking blue rays. Here are a few more energy thieves and ways to neutralize them.

Avoid Energy Vampires Problem: We all know someone that exhausts us, according to Dr. Judith Orloff, Venice Beach, California, author of the new book, The Ecstasy

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of Surrender. Maybe he or she talks endlessly about personal matters, is incessantly negative, a gossip or a guilt-tripper.

Solution: “Take control. Get in the driver’s seat,” advises Orloff. “Create a circle of positive people around you. Stay calm and centered. Distance yourself from energy vampires and if they’re family, limit time spent with them and establish boundaries.”

Recognize Time Leeches

Problem: We fall into the black hole of Facebook or cute kitten videos. Hours pass and we fall behind in more productive activities and then feel drained and groggy.

Solution: Time management is essential to preserving energy, says Orloff.

Limit time spent on social media.

Check email once or twice a day instead of every 15 minutes.

“The Internet is addictive, almost like a drug,” explains Orloff. “When you’re online, your energy is cut off and you become a zombie; you’re not in your body. Take a technology fast. Talk to your mate. Make love. Go for a walk in the woods. See your best friend.”

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Solution: “Clear out what isn’t needed,” counsels Carter. “Keep a balance by making it a habit when bringing new things into a home or work environments to let go of a comparable number of old things at the same time.”

Beware of clutter creep, the slow accumulation of energy-sapping clutter, she says. “I believe the lack of energy so many of us experience is a nearly undetectable, chronic energy drain that seems slight, yet over time becomes a big problem.”

Stop Electromagnetic Pollution Problem: We are all surrounded by energy-draining electromagnetic fields (EMF) from myriad electronic devices and systems in homes and offices, plus cell phone towers and transmission lines. All of these operate on frequencies that can be major energy drains, says Carter. Japanese research physician Ryoichi Ogawa found that 80 percent of his chronic fatigue patients were frequent users of electromagnetic technologies (Omega-News).

Solution: Minimize indoor exposure to EMFs by using land lines with corded phones, power strips and shutting off electricity to nonessential appliances when not in use. “I’ve been preaching this for 20 years,” says Carter.

Protecting sleep space is a primary consideration. “Make sure no beds are near electrical outlets and cell phones.

Get rid of cordless phones, which are like mini cell towers, right there in the

house,” she adds.

The easiest solution, Carter says, is to put bare feet on bare earth for 15 to 20 minutes a day. “It will pull some of that excess EMF charge right off of you.”

Kathleen Barnes is the author of numerous natural health books and publisher at Take Charge Books. Connect at Kathleen@KathleenBarnes.com.

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More Ways to Recharge Take a walk. A brisk 10-minute walk gets the cobwebs out and neutralizes the four o’clock energy slump, says Dr. Judith Orloff. Just spending time outside is a simple, time-tested way of boosting energy.

Recent Scottish research published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine confirms the energy-enhancing power of nature in general, noting that people that live near trees have lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol.

Just Say No. “’No,’ is a complete sentence,” says Orloff. “You don’t have to be mean or angry about it; just firmly say ‘No,’ when someone asks you to do something you don’t want to do or because you already feel overcommitted or overwhelmed. You don’t have to explain or make excuses.”

A commitment isn’t necessarily final either, remarks Orloff: “If you dread it and can’t delegate it, renegotiate the earlier agreement.”

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Louise Hay on Loving Yourself to Ageless Health

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renowned leader of the self-help movement from its early days, Louise Hay is celebrated worldwide for teaching—by personal example and through her bestselling book, You Can Heal Your Life—how each of us can transform our mind, body and spirit by changing the way we think. Her positive philosophy has sparked an industry and her Hay House publishing group.

Nourishing mind and body, loving life, learning and growing, giving back and moving ahead—these comprise Hay’s program for creating health, happiness and longevity. At 88, she continues to travel for business and pleasure, embracing vital, joy-filled days with a thankful smile. Her new book, Loving Yourself to Great Health, co-authored with Ahlea Khadro and Heather Dane, explains how she’s taking all she knows to the next level.

Why does first applying love and forgiveness to yourself make a happy, healthy and long life possible?

Loving yourself is the foundation for living the life you want. A healthy and happy life is rooted in self-love, and forgiveness is an act of selflove. It all comes down to how you think and treat yourself. What we give out we get back, so it all starts with us.

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matter what the problem is, there is only one answer: loving yourself. Start with small steps and be gentle. If you start there, magical things will happen.

How do you manage to engage in a stream of loving affirmations 24/7?

Practice, practice, practice! Slowly, bit-by-bit, start each day with a loving act towards yourself. Loving affirmations and worrying about things take up the same amount of time; you still get the same things done along the way, but worrying creates stress, while affirmations will brighten your life. It can be exhausting if you fight the shift and make it difficult. If you make kindness to yourself and others a simple part of everyday life, it isn’t exhausting at all.

What are some key elements to crafting a life experience that supports and nourishes ageless being?

Choose thoughts that bring love into your life and laugh a lot. Say yes to life and the magic it brings.

I trust that life will bring me exactly what I need, and part of that is realizing that I don’t need to know everything, because life brings me people like Ahlea and Heather.

A third of our life is spent eating, and it’s essential that we know the best way to do this. Start your day with

water and an act of self-love. Eat real food; seasonal, organic, natural foods are a positive affirmation to your body. Poop every day, figuratively and literally. Learn to listen to your body and its wisdom.

Choose exercise that you love and that makes you feel good.

Also, go on a media diet. Filter out from your consciousness any messages that say you are not good enough or that separate you from the beautiful and lovable person you are. Surround yourself with like-minded people that share good news and love to laugh.

The core belief founding your lifework is that every thought we have is creating our future.

Is scientific research now supporting that?

When I began teaching people about affirmations, there wasn’t any science to support it, but we knew it worked, and now studies verify that. I particularly love Bruce Lipton’s scientific research showing that we are not controlled by our genes because the genetic blueprint can be altered through positive changes in our beliefs.

I hear reports every day of how people are healing their lives by changing their thoughts through cultivating selflove and personal affirmations. They are seeing healing of autoimmune diseases, obesity, addictions, post-traumatic stress and many other so-called incurable illnesses. It’s amazing what happens when you are kind and loving to yourself.

What is your secret to aging gracefully through the years?

It’s simple. It’s about getting your thoughts and food right and having fun along the way. If you are thinking positive thoughts but feeding yourself processed, unnatural or sugary foods, you are sending yourself mixed messages. Feed yourself nourishing foods and think loving thoughts. Any time you don’t know what else to do, focus on love. Loving yourself makes you feel good, and good health comes from feeling good.

S. Alison Chabonais is the national content editor for Natural Awakenings magazines.

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n today’s technology-fueled society, kids spend many hours of their free time staring at smartphones or tablets instead of exploring nature, riding bikes or playing outdoor games with their friends. Rather than just imposing radical reductions in screen time, parents and caregivers can meet youngsters halfway by adding apps to their handheld devices that provide tips on healthy eating, exercise and behavior. Here are five that are fun for kids and promote healthy lifestyle choices.

Super Stretch Yoga HD. Super Stretch is the primary character in this yoga adventure in which players are encouraged to, “Create a peaceful, balanced life by living a NAMASTE mission: Nothing is impossible; Always be honest; Make the world a better place; Act with kindness; Share with others; Trust and believe in yourself; and Enjoy and have fun.”

Creator and founder Jessica Rosenberg, of Minneapolis, Minnesota, explains, “I translated a curriculum that I’ve been using for kids into an ‘edutainment’ app

that combines gaming and real-life kids as characters that bring yoga to life.”

Players are challenged to master the skills presented by each of the game’s 12 main characters, increasing awareness of breathing and other aspects of how the body works, plus promoting self-esteem.

Free in the iTunes App Store.

If, the Emotional IQ Game. An adventure game inspired by If, a well-known poem by Rudyard Kipling, players go on a quest through Ziggurat, a fantasy world where they enlist energy creatures called Vims to rid their avatars of dark energy.

Youngsters are challenged to complete missions using emotional language. The character traits required to complete the tasks include patience, teamwork and other skills that help kids build emotional intelligence. Free in the iTunes App Store.

Smash Your Food. Nutritionist Marta De Wulf, from Bellevue, Washington, felt compelled to develop her innovative

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app when she realized that while kids understand that certain foods contain too much sugar, fat or carbs, they have no idea how the information pertains to them.

The award-winning app “allows children to input their age, gender and level of physical activity to measure their individual caloric need,” says De Wulf.

“When they choose a food to ‘smash’ and see that eight grams of sugar cubes are in a can of soda, they’re able to process healthy food information.”

Smash Your Food features audio/ video of actual food smashing. “Kids are sensorial and different kinds of learners.

It’s more effective than using cartoon images,” she observes. It’s $2.99 in the iTunes App Store.

of national parks, state parks, national forests, wildlife refuges, Bureau of Land Management sites and U.S. Army Corps recreation areas. Kids can further seek out specific activities from 20-plus categories that range from birdwatching and hiking to boating and camping. Free in the iTunes App Store or Google Play.

Kids Making Healthy Choices. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control reports that rates of childhood obesity have doubled in the past 30 years. This kid- and parent-friendly app is designed to help.

It springboards from San Diego, Califor-

Oh, Ranger! Park Finder. Instead of vaguely suggesting that kids put down their electronic devices and head outdoors, why not ask them to choose an adventure for the whole family? Using the Oh, Ranger! Park Finder app, kids can search for nearby outdoor recreation areas from a comprehensive database

nia’s Merilee Kern’s children’s book of the same title. Embedded via an e-reader, kids can play games, print coloring sheets and explore healthy recipes while parents check out the news section and resource page for links with information for keeping youngsters healthy.

“Surveys show that parents often don’t realize that their child has a weight problem,” notes Kern. “It’s important to discuss this topic within the family, and the app helps facilitate this in a non-threatening, helpful way.” It’s $2.99 in the iTunes App Store.

Healthy Web Edutainment ZisBoomBah.com. “Parents typically spend 90 percent of their grocery budget on products from the inside aisles of stores,” says Karen Laszio, founder of this award-winning website, which teaches kids about the value of food in the outside (produce, dairy and meat) aisles and how to choose fresh, whole foods to incorporate into kid-friendly recipes for the whole family.

NPS.gov/WebRangers. The National Park Service online Web Rangers program enables kids to create a customizable ranger experience and discover national parks and historic sites around the country.

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10-11:30am. Last day to celebrate International Breema Week with us in Oakland! Learn tools for supporting harmonious relationships, as well as a clear mind, balanced feelings, and a relaxed and vital body. Free to newcomers. CE available. The Breema Center, 6076 Claremont Ave, Oakland. 510-428-0937. Breema.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 2

The New Year-New You Cleanse

It is the 10th season the community has continued this tradition. Civic Park, 1375 Civic Dr. IceSkateWalnut Creek.Com.

6:15-7:30pm. Introducing Paleo Cleanse Plus. Take advantage of this 3 part session, 21 day cleanse. Tuesday, January 13th & 20th, Monday, February 3rd. Includes Paleo cleanse plus 14 day kit. $225. 925-831-3900.

KNapoli@NutraPartners.com.

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MONDAY, JANUARY 12

Blood Drive | Orinda

Open Breema Evening | Oakland

Walnut Creek on Ice | Walnut Creek

10am-3pm. The city of Orinda is hosting a blood drive along with the Parks and Recreation department. The American Red Cross is asking individuals who would like to donate to schedule an appointment; however, donors do not need an appointment. Orinda Community Center, 28 Orinda Way. 800-733-2767.

5-7pm. The first of four introductory evenings. Also on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, as part of International Breema Week. Find out how Breema can support harmony and balance in any activity. Newcomers can receive a free mini-session, call to schedule yours.

The Breema Center, 6076 Claremont Ave, Oakland.

510-428-0937. Breema.com.

When You Are Present, All Goes Well | Oakland

TUESDAY, JANUARY 20 Teens, Come and Make Some Things | Berkeley 4-5pm. Come to the library and express yourself through arts and crafts. It’s a laid back, self-paced workshop where you can have some fun and meet and make new friends. South Branch Library, 1901 Russell St. 510-981-6260.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 22 Homework Cafe for Teens | Berkeley

Comedy Night | Walnut Creek

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4-5:30pm. Join us on Thursday if you would like a quiet place to study and do your homework. If you are a teen, middle school, or college student, come join us. Snacks will be served. South Branch Library, 1901 Russell St. 510-981-6260.

7:30-10:30pm. Join us for a night of laughter. It’s sure to be a howling good time. This event sells out quickly, so get your tickets early. Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr. For more information call Kathleen Huls 925296-3118. Arf.Net.

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 10 Giving Is the Highest Receiving | Oakland 10-11:30am. Join us in celebrating International Breema Week! Discover how body-mind connection, and Breema’s universal principles, can support you to be more present in any condition of life. Free to newcomers. CE available. The Breema Center, 6076 Claremont Ave, Oakland. 510-428-0937. Breema.com.

Stars to the Rescue | Walnut Creek 7-10pm. Bring in the new year with ARF and Tony La Russo at this gala event, that is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Previous performances by Bruce Hornsby, Chris Isaak, Tony Orlando, Carlos Santana and many others.

Proceeds from this event allow ARF to save dogs and cats, who have run out of time at public shelters. Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr. Information, Kathleen Huls at 925-296-3118. ARF.Net.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 11 Just This Moment | Oakland 11-noon. The natural movements of Self-Breema cut through stress and fatigue, supplying you with fresh energy for your life. Also on Monday 1/12 10:30noon, and Friday 1/16 11-noon, as part of International Breema Week. First class is free to newcomers. The Breema Center, 6076 Claremont Ave, Oakland. 510428-0937. Breema.com.

Jam Sessions and Open House | San Francisco 3pm. Come out and try an instrument, join in and jam, or sample a class. A variety of music, and fun for all ages. Bring your own instrument, your family and friends. $5-10.Community Music Center’s Mission District Branch, 544 Capp St. 415-647-6015.

6:15pm. This class compares our current healthcare industry and natural medicine with essential oils. You will learn what you need to know to begin using essential oils, for better health and first aid with hands-on tutorials. The class also covers potential health concerns, usage information, and money saving recipes for home and body. Seating is limited. $20/includes essential oil gift and educational booklet with tips and recipes.

Register at Oils@EssentialWellnessHub.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 15 Beginner Computer Class | Berkeley 10-11am. Learn the basics of using a computer. You will be taught to correctly use a mouse, the keyboard, how to set up email, and also to search/surf the internet.

Free/drop-in classes. Central Library, 2090 Kittredge St. 510-981-6100.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 16 Library Book Sale | Walnut Creek 6-8pm. Be one of the first to get your hands on some special items that are at this sale. Enjoy a special presale for our members only. Ygnacio Valley Library, 2661 Oak Grove Rd. 925-938-1481.

Colorful Crafts | Danville 7-9pm. Come share a relaxing, fun-filled evening viewing all the beautiful and colorful arts and crafts on display.

There will be something for everyone. Diablo Vista Middle School, Teen Center, 4100 Camino Tassajara.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 17 Farmers’ Market | Danville 9am-1pm. There’s no better place to get the freshest fruits and vegetables than directly from your local farmers. You’ll also find fresh-cut flowers, breads, and many other specialty food items. Railroad Ave Municipal

Rummage Sale at Singing Stones School | Walnut Creek 9-3pm. Clothes, books, toys, houseware and more!

Singing Stones School, 2491 San Miguel Rd. 925948-5006. SingingStones.org SRHF Annual Crab Feed | San Ramon 6-10pm. This event is known to be one of the best crab feeds in San Ramon. We will be serving fresh cracked crab, pasta, salad, and French bread, coffee and tea. $50/ per person, $30/ages 6-12, free/under 5. Dougherty Station Community Center, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Rd. Please call Carol with questions, 925-785-3395.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 30 Forever Plaid | Pleasanton 8pm. Enjoy an evening of looking back in time at the Doo-Wop era. You’ll hear the harmony of four young men perform, the concert they never lived to achieve. $17-38. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave. FireHouseArts.Org.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 31 Forever Plaid | Pleasanton 2pm & 8pm. Enjoy an evening of looking back in time at the Doo-Wop era. You’ll hear the harmony of four young men perform, the concert they never lived to achieve. $17-38. Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave. FireHouseArts.Org. Rhythm and Blues Concert | San Francisco 5pm. Join Earl Thomas while he sings like a man who has seen everything. With nearly 20 years in the music industry, he is in peak form. Sit back, and enjoy his experience, his voice, and his natural charm. $24. Biscuits & Blues, 401 Mason St. 415-292-2583.

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PLAN AHEAD TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Sensuality & Essential Oils | Pleasant Hill 6:15pm. A guide to using oils to heat things up! Essential oils respond to our body’s chemistry. Known for their healing and calming properties, essential oils are equally effective for stimulating other responses such as libido. By combining oils with a few simple techniques, you’re ready to ignite the body’s natural response.

Come discover how to reignite and spice things up under the sheets with essential oils! Learn how to make your own natural oil blends. Seating is limited. $20/includes essential oil gift and educational booklet with tips and recipes. Register at Oils@EssentialWellnessHub.com.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17 GreenBiz Forum 2015 The 7th Annual GreenBiz Success is all about the power of partnerships: internal, external, supply chain, NGO, public-private and more. The tasks are simply too big to do alone. We leverage our vast networks, insights and domain expertise to bring the brightest thinkers and most influential leaders. Events.GreenBiz.com/events/ greenbiz-forum/phoenix/2015.

Wednesday, February 18 Could Your Teeth And Gums Be Killing You?! | Fremont 5:30-6:30pm. February is heart awareness month. Colin Yoshida DDS, Fremont’s Holistic dental provider will speak to you about best oral health practices related to your heart. It’s free! Mission Hills Retirement Community, 35490 Mission Blvd. 510-745-1800. FremontDentistry.com.

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first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase. ~Martin Luther King, Jr.

ongoingcalendar All Calendar events for the February issue must be received by January 10 and adhere to our guidelines. Visit NAEastBay.com or email Calendar@NAEastBay.com for guidelines and to submit entries.

sunday Soul Sanctuary Dance | Berkeley 11am-1pm. All ages are welcome to dance to a blend of funk, soul, world music, positive hip-hop, reggae, dance classics, jazz, blues, electronica and other music to free the mind, body and soul. Wheelchair accessible. No scented products please. Shoes optional. Donations accepted. Ashkenaz Music and Dance Community Center, 1317 San Pablo Ave. SoulSanctuaryDance.com.

Nia | Berkeley 12-1pm. Also Friday at 8:45am. Expand your dance, increase your joy. Give your body the gift of learning the Nia language with teacher Alexis Mulhauser.

Namaste Yoga, 2820 7th St. Info@FloraMotion.net.

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Community Lounge Rumba | Berkeley 3:30-6pm. 1st and 3rd Sunday each month. Rumba is the word used for a group of related, community-oriented music and dance styles in Cuba. These jam sessions welcome drummers, singers and dancers who perform rumba. Free. La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Ave. 510-849-2568. LaPena.org.

Free Kundalini Meditation | Walnut Creek 5-6:30 pm. Kundalini meditation is an ancient Tantric practice that allows each individual to deeply experience their own direct, inner connection to the divine.

Class includes shaktipat transmission, guided meditation and discussion. Scheduled appointment for introduction required for first-timers at 4pm. 2910 Camino Diablo.

510-917-2349. Ellen@TrikaShala.com.

Barefoot Boogie | Berkeley 7:30-11pm. Enjoy freestyle dancing in a casual, friendly environment. Boogie is a healthy alternative to the club scene: smoke, scent and alcohol free. The first hour is slow music for stretching and unwinding, and then the pace picks up to an aerobic, ecstatic high. Our DJs play a great mix of Latin, African, Funk, R&B, Hip-Hop, Blues, house, pop, oldies, and more. This is real music for real people. $8-$15/sliding scale; $5/first-timers. 8th Street Studios, 2525 8th St at Dwight. SFBarefootBoogie.com.

monday East Bay Biodanza Class | Berkeley 7:30-10pm. Biodanza, which means Dance of Life is a system that integrates music, movement and authentic interactions to provide experiences of intense perceptions of being in the here and now. Mixed beginner/ intermediate level. Registration required. Sliding scale: $20-$25/single session; $65-$80/monthly pass. Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St. Biodanza.us.

tuesday Yoga at Bishop Ranch 15 | San Ramon 12:05-12:50pm. Also Thursday, same time. Take a midday break to reconnect with yourself while you relax and rejuvenate with 45 minutes of Gentle Yoga.

Build strength, flexibility, balance and coordination, and deepen your self-awareness and inner peace. Please bring a mat. All levels are welcome. Please arrive a few minutes early. $42/5 class package, $75/10 class package, $10/drop-in. Bishop Ranch 15, 12667 Alcosta Blvd, Ste 135. 925-895-6220. Info@EnchantedMats.com.

EnchantedMats.com.

Yoga for Kids | Walnut Creek 4-4:45pm. Ages 4-8. These engaging classes explore yoga poses, cooperative games, breath, and relaxation exercises, as well as convey lessons in self-expression, body awareness, and social skills. Non-competitive and fun, the classes help students develop strength, flexibility, concentration and confidence. Cost varies. Bloom Retreat, 1444 S Main St. 925-939-6262. BloomRetreat.com.

Teens, Come and Make Some Things | Berkeley 4-5pm. Come to the library and express yourself through arts and crafts. It’s a laid back, self-paced workshop where you can have some fun and meet and make new friends. South Branch Library, 1901 Russell St. 510-981-6260.

Team Lemon Run Club | Walnut Creek 6:30pm. This is a social and fun run for all levels of runners. Runs are 3 or 5 miles through downtown Walnut Creek and along local trails. Pace is moderate. Free. Lululemon, 1201-A S Main St. 925-274-1253. Lululemon. com/WalnutCreek.

Join the Revolution in Health | San Jose. 7:308:30pm Free demos of newly patented health tech that will reduce pain, improve sleep & energy. 780 Montague Expressway,#202. 510-456-8654. LifeWave.com/English-Int/ Video.asp.

wednesday All Ears Reading | Lafayette 3-4pm. Designed for kids 5-11 and grades K-8. Kids read aloud for 15 minutes to Ted, a sweet lab from ARF’s Pet Hug Pack. He’s a great listener! Bring your own book or choose one from the library. Reading to dogs has a calm influence on children and gives them confidence in their reading.Sign up for a 15-minute slot at the Information Desk. Free. Lafayette Library and Learning Center, 3491 Mt Diablo Blvd. 925-385-2280.

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Berkeley Juggling Club | Berkeley 6-8pm. The circus arts aren’t just for clowns anymore!

Learn things including how to juggle, unicycle, aerobalance, slackline or just about anything you’ve seen under the big tent. Free. UC Berkeley Campus, Berkeley. BerkeleyJuggling.org.

Forward Motion Group Run | Danville 6:30pm. All levels. Fall/winter routes through Danville neighborhoods available. Distances vary from a couple of miles to 8-10 miles with approximately 30-50 runners. Free. Forward Motion Sports, 432 Hartz Ave. 925-820-9966.

East Bay Biodanza Class | Berkeley 7:30-9:30pm. Also on Thursday. Beginner level, open to new participants. Biodanza, which means “Dance of Life,” is a system that integrates music, movement and authentic interactions to provide experiences of intense perceptions of being in the here and now. Sliding scale: $20-$25/single session; $65-$80/monthly pass. 415717-3578 or 415-505 9482. Jeffery Bihr Studio, 5390 Miles Ave. Biodanza.us.

thursday Beginner Computer Class | Berkeley 10-11am. Learn the basics of using a computer. You will be taught to correctly use a mouse, the keyboard, how to set up email, and also to search/surf the internet.

Free/drop-in classes. Central Library, 2090 Kittredge St. 510-981-6100.

Yoga at Bishop Ranch 15 | San Ramon 12:05-12:50pm. See Tuesday for details. Please arrive a few minutes early. $10/drop-in, $42/5 class package, $75/10 class package. 12667 Alcosta Blvd, Ste 135, (BR15). 925-895-6220. EnchantedMats.com.

Youth Yoga | Walnut Creek 3:45-4:30pm. Ages 5-8. 4:45-5:45pm. Ages 9-11.

Members and non-members welcome. This class is designed to work with pre-teens in developing a strong sense of self. Students are taught relaxation techniques, yoga postures and breathe work. Age-appropriate activities are used to promote self-love, community, and an awareness of the environment. No yoga experience necessary. $12/class; $38/month. Yoga Works, 1131 Locust St, 2nd Fl. 925-478-7272. InfoNorCal@ YogaWorks.com.

Homework Cafe for Teens | Berkeley 4-5:30pm. Join us on Thursday if you would like a quiet place to study and do your homework. If you are a teen, middle school, or college student, come join us. Snacks will be served. South Branch Library, 1901 Russell St. 510-981-6260.

Lake Merritt Oneness Blessing and Meditation | Oakland 7-9pm. The purpose of Lake Merritt Oneness is to support the awakening of humanity, by cultivating direct experience of oneness consciousness through universal teachings, meditation and oneness blessings. The Oneness Blessing is the sacred technology that advances each person’s journey into the direct experience of awakening. This gift to humanity helps to deepen our personal connection to the divine. These blessings have catapulted many people from around the globe into an awakened state and deeper awareness. The Blessing allows us to completely experience and dissolve old hurts, fears, and worries. It also silences repetitive thinking.

Suffering decreases naturally. Lake Merritt Church, 1330 Lakeshore Ave, Oakland. LakeMerrittOneness.org.

East Bay Biodanza Class | Berkeley 7:30-9:30pm. Beginner level, open to new participants.

See Wednesday listing for details. Sliding scale: $20$25/single session; $65-$80/monthly pass. Jeffrey Bihr Studio, 5390 Miles Ave, Oakland. LauraLouc@gmail. com. KRohnem@GalileoWeb.org. Biodanza.us.

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saturday DYBO/ Dance Your Buts Off | Livermore 7:30am. Start the new ear with a new way to reduce stress, and shed some pounds. What is DYBO? It stands for Dance Your Buts Off. Not the butt you sit on, the buts you live in. $10/class, first class is free. Studio Dance Art Fit, 7 Airway Blvd. For questions contact Monica Ferris 925-550-6181. MonForReal@gmail.com.

Basement Pilates | Walnut Creek 9-10am. All levels welcome. Bring mat, towel and water for Pilates class by local instructor. Free. Sports Basement, 1881 Ygnacio Valley Rd. 925-941-6100.

Fun Run with Fleet Feet | Pleasanton 9am. Distances range from 2-8 miles, and is great for everyone with a pace from walkers on up. It’s always a fun time! 925-699-4926. EthanFalls@Comcast.net.

Health & Awakening | Oakland 10-11am. Oakland Asian Cultural Center, 388 9th St, Suite 290. 510-637-0455. Info@ShaolinMaster.org.

Bloomin’ Belly Flow Prenatal Yoga | Walnut Creek

Nia | Oakland 8:45am. See Monday listing for details. Namaste Rockridge, 5416 College Ave. Info@FloraMotion.net.

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Drop-In Volleyball | Walnut Creek 7-10pm. Open to the first 45 participants. $5. Tice Valley Community Gymnasium, 2055 Tice Valley Blvd.

925-256-3572. WalnutCreekRec.org.

There can be no existence of evil as a force to the healthy-minded individual. ~William James

11am-12:15pm. See Wednesday for details. Bloom Retreat, 1444 S Main St. 925-939-6262. BloomRetreat.com.

DYBO/Dance Your Buts Off | Martinez 3pm. Start the new year with a new way to reduce stress, and shed some pounds. What is DYBO? It stands for Dance Your Buts Off. Not the butt you sit on, the buts you live in. $10/class, first class is free. ATA Martial Arts Studio, 3811 Alhambra Ave, Martinez.

For questions contact Monica Ferris 925-550-6181.

MonForReal@gmail.com.

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Free Kundalini Meditation | Berkeley 7pm. See Sun listing for details. Free. Rudramandir, 830 Bancroft Way at 6th St. 510-486-8700. Ellen@ TrikaShala.com.

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