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t’s an ancient toast—originally more like a ceremonial blessing. But as we ring in the New Year, its fundamental message is more relevant than ever. Simply put, our health is paramount: when we have it, we can handle whatever life throws our way; when we don’t, we’re hard-pressed to enjoy the blessings we do have. But nowadays, managing our health doesn’t seem simple at all. Thanks to modern science, we now know just how complex our bodies are. And thanks to an explosion of medical research in the Information Age, we are on the receiving end of an endless stream of health advice (or, more often, health warnings). Processing all that information and turning it into something actionable can seem like a daunting task. So just in time for New Year’s, we’re pleased to offer several articles that will give you simple, actionable advice for achieving better overall health—physical, psychological and spiritual. The wellness solutions you’ll find in this issue of Natural Awakenings do not involve complicated nutritional or fitness regimens; rather, they are basic lifestyle changes anyone can make. And what better time than the New Year to make a change? Our eye-opening feature story on page 16, “It’s All About Metabolism: Getting to the Root Cause of Disease,” points out something that too few people know— that metabolism is not just about burning calories. In fact, it affects four of the eight major organ systems. If your metabolism’s out of whack, imagine the havoc it can wreak on your health. Or, to put a positive spin on things, if you make your metabolism happy, imagine the good you can do for your whole body! And there are plenty of small ways to do that: Cut out some “bad” carbs and eat more “good” fats. Get to bed a little earlier. Start standing up at your desk or taking 10-minute walks. The human body might be complicated, but keeping it humming doesn’t have to be. Our Healing Ways column, “Energy Boosters: Four Ways to Recharge” (page 20) is a perfect complementary article, offering easy ways to cut stress for better mental/emotional health. Some tips you’ve probably heard before; others will surprise you. Either way, they will change you life. Don’t miss this month’s Community Spotlight (page 14), spotlighting a Pikeville, Tennessee, company, Life Line Foods, whose liquid supplements have found an international market. And for great insight into the theory of Higher Brain Living, read our article (page 15) by Michael Cotton, DC, who will be presenting at the Knoxville Convention Center January 26. To your health!
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newsbriefs January Workshop Facilitates High-Energy, Slimmer Self
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amara Bernadot and Don Oakley will host a “Change Your Diet, Change Your Life” weekend January 16-18 at Wellbeing Conference Center in Tazewell, Tennessee. The workshop will teach techniques for hands on-meal prep, good eating and gentle movement designed to create a new, high-energy self and facilitate “effortless slimming,” Bernadot says. “This isn’t about sweating and starvation,” she says. “I think we’ve all learned by now that diets don’t work—at least not for very long. As a nation, we’ve done what the ‘experts’ told us we should do. We’ve eaten less fat and eggs and more whole grains; less red meat and more chicken; less butter and more vegetable oil. And how has that worked out for us? This weekend will give participants the tools they need to keep their bodies healthy and energized and to prepare great food easily and economically.” The cost of the weekend, including all meals and a double-occupancy room, is $279.
or people who have an interest in essential oils but don’t know where to start, Hemp Monkeys has the answer. Owners Amber Keirn and Amanda Keller teach free monthly essential oils classes at their shop in Homberg, with topics ranging from “101” to specialized issues. The classes are especially helpful as the New Year approaches and people try to make healthier changes in their lives, Keirn says. “Attending the classes is a great way to hear testimonials from other folks currently using the oils,” she says. “It’s amazing to hear stories of how powerful the oils are. It’s liberating to know that you can conquer everyday ailments or issues and get tremendous results with natural remedies.” The classes also teach how to cook and clean with essential oils, she says. Among the Hemp Monkeys’ favorite recipes are carrots with rosemary and thyme oil, and sweet potatoes with wild orange oil. In January, Hemp Monkeys is offering Zyto Scans for $20 by appointment (865-474-1340). “The Zyto Scan is a biofeedback tool that reads your body’s electrical responses,” Keirn says. “The machine essentially asks your body questions and your body answers, and the report shows which oils your body is asking for at that time. This is a good way to start getting to know essential oils.”
For more information or to register, contact Tamara Bernadot at YogaByTamara@gmail.com or 423-626-8776. Also visit Facebook.com/YogaByTamaraB and WellBeingConference Center.org. See ad, page 17.
Visit the Hemp Monkeys at the Healthy Living Expo’s Natural Awakenings Pavilion January 23 and 24. Also see a partial 2015 essential oils class schedule in the Hemp Monkeys’ ad, page 32.
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newsbriefs January Workshops at Center for Peace
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he Center for Peace—a holistic, nondenominational spiritual center located in Seymour, Tennessee—is hosting two workshops this month: a presentation and healing sessions led by David Arms January 10 from 10 to 11:30 a.m., and a medicine wheel workshop led by Steve Citty January 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Arms, also known as “That Energy Guy,” says his presentation will focus on spiritual versus medical healing. “Society has stopped following the guidance of the power that created us,” he says. “In the beginning, we were connected to all that is. We knew when we had created something negative for ourselves, and we also knew how to release it. We have slowly moved toward things medical, until now as a society, we see them as the healers. It is time to reconnect to the power that created us and learn the things we once knew.” The presentation fee is $25, and individual sessions of 45 to 60 minutes cost $50. Sessions should be scheduled ahead of time if possible. For more information, contact Patti MacFee at 865-250-1988. Medicine wheel teachings are the foundation of much of the ceremonial work done at the Center for Peace, Citty says. “They are based on the teachings of Joseph Rael, Beautiful Painted Arrow,” he explains. “This nonlinear approach to understanding how we manifest inspiration through the principal ideas of spirit provides a foundation from which we can begin to understand our individual spiritual paths.”
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The expo hours are Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit TheHealthyLivingExpo.com. See ad, page 31.
he Healthy Living Expo will return to the Knoxville Convention Center January 23-24, and it is free to visitors who get tickets before the doors open. The expo is the largest health, fitness, nutrition and green-living event in the Knoxville area, featuring health screenings, healthy food sampling booths, door prizes, demos, and more than 130 companies exhibiting wellness products and services. Free tickets are available in this issue of Natural Awakenings (see page 31). Readers are encouraged to make and share unlimited copies, as the tickets are $10 at the door. Cigna Healthcare is also promoting employee wellness by sponsoring expo tickets for any company that registers ahead of time at TheHealthyLivingExpo.com, says event organizer Karen Ray. “Once a company has registered online, it can offer free expo tickets to its employees and their families and access electronic programs to share with all employees,” she says. Among the features of this year’s expo are the Natural Health Pavilion, showcasing products and services that have a natural health or green living focus; the Chiropractic Care Pavilion, where visitors can meet and talk to three of the Knoxville area’s top chiropractic health professionals; a citysponsored booth with information about outdoor recreation in the Knoxville area; and the Eat Right Stage, where Chef Walter and other nutrition experts will prepare healthy food and share samples with visitors.
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Unity Transformation Brings “Source” to Open Chord
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nity Transformation will host the Nashville-based musical duo Source—Vic Sorrell and Kenya Walker—January 18 at 10:45 a.m. at Open Chord, 8025 Kingston Pike, across the street from Books-A-Million in Knoxville. Source will perform before the Sunday service and provide special music during the service. Vic Sorrell and Kenya Walker “Our love of Vic and Kenya and their music started in 2014. We look forward to experiencing them through Open Chord’s exceptional sound system,” says Unity minister Rev. Lora Beth Gilbreath. “They have blended their passion for writing songs that make a difference with their dynamic performance style and decades of New Thought study. Through their music, they offer an uplifting, compelling glimpse of their journeys on a path of peace, joy and Source love.” Source regularly performs at Unity and New Thought churches nationwide. The duo’s music can be viewed at SourceLoveMusic.com. Source was formed in early 2011, when Sorrell and Walker traveled to North Carolina to coproduce what they thought was going to be a solo project for Sorrell. “Once in the studio, it was clear that what was happening was much more than any one individual’s solo project,” Gilbreath says. Later that year, the duo completed their first CD, Forever Changed, followed by Uncommon Ground in 2013. Unity Transformation, which is branded through Unity Worldwide Ministries, meets Sundays at 10:55 a.m. at Open Chord. Unity is known for its inspirational magazine Daily Word (DailyWord.com) and for its 24/7 prayer ministry Silent Unity (1-800-NOW-PRAY or SilentUnity.org). For more information, call 865-809-5207 or visit UnityTransformation.org. See ad, page 7.
Village Mercantile Has Dry-Goods Store Vibe
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hen Monica Lauber and Amy Perkins started the Village Mercantile in Fountain City, they envisioned it as much more than just a neighborhood grocery store. With wooden shelves filled with cereal, granola bars, coffee, condiments, canned goods and other nonperishables, and crates and barrels holding chips, pastas, chewing gum and protein bars, the Village Market has the feel of an old-fashioned country store. “We’re dedicated to providing quality goods and stellar customer service,” Lauber says. “We sell surplus and salvage grocery items from the middle aisles of the grocery store, all nonperishable. There is no dairy, meat or produce.” The store’s gluten-free and organic items typically cost less than half what they do at traditional grocery stores, she adds. “We understand the need of community members to stretch a budget, and so we welcome all customers, hoping to contribute to a world where some people aren’t forced to choose between gas, groceries and prescriptions.” The Village Mercantile was previously Furniture Traders, where Lauber sold second-hand furniture, antiques and fair-trade merchandise from Ten Thousand Villages. The new store continues to carry her longtime lines of Beanstalk soy candles and Rowan Tree handmade soaps.
We misidentified the author of last month’s article, “Celebrate the Winter Holidays Like a Pagan” (Natural Awakenings, December 2014). That article was written by Cathy Scott, chief science officer for Everything Mushrooms in Knoxville. Our apologies, Cathy!
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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.
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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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farther when the wheels are in perfect alignment, you perform better when your thoughts, feelings, emotions, goals and values are in balance. ~Brian Tracy
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 low-frequency hearing loss in the child. The study tested 964 adolescents between ages 12 and 15, of whom 16 percent were exposed to prenatal smoking.
Body Symmetry Correlates with Male Strength
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esearch from Germany’s University of Göttingen has determined that men with greater body symmetry also have greater strength. The scientists sampled 69 heterosexual, right-handed adult men, measuring handgrip strength as a scientifically recognized means for determining power and strength, as well as fluctuating asymmetry (FA), a measure of subtle, random deviations from perfect bilateral symmetry in traits that are typically symmetrical in the general population. FA was evaluated by measuring and comparing 12 body feature traits on the right and left sides, including breadth of the hand, wrist and elbow; finger length; and facial features. After eliminating the effects of body mass index, the researchers determined that the men with the greatest physical symmetry were stronger. Facial symmetry in males was associated with greater intelligence and better information-processing efficiency at age 83.
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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).
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Holistic Healers Reach Out to the Underserved
The Boxed Water is Better company was launched in 2009 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to provide a more sustainable alternative to the ubiquitous plastic containers that are made from petroleum products, have big carbon footprints and clog U.S. landfills. Boxed Water containers resemble milk cartons and are far more sustainable because about 75 percent of the box comes from a renewable resource—trees in certified, well-managed forests—and are completely recyclable. The company uses reverse osmosis and carbon filters for its purified drinking water from the municipal source at the location of their filling plant, and then ships the product to retailers via the shortest route to curtail the transportation footprint. Boxed Water has partnered with 1% for the Planet to help with world water relief, reforestation and environmental protection projects, benefiting both humanitarian and environmental efforts.
An annual report issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that up to 33 percent of uninsured people are avoiding needed treatment for economic reasons. Lifestyle changes and natural remedies like yoga and massage therapy can be highly effective when treating conditions such as high blood pressure, depression or aching joints, and groups nationwide are making these modalities more affordable for everyone. At California’s Healing Clinic Collective (HealingClinicCollective. Wordpress.com), in Oakland, women receive a day of free holistic health care—from acupuncture to massage therapy and nutritional counseling— and discounted rates for follow-up appointments. The Third Root Community Health Center (ThirdRoot.org), in Brooklyn, helps arrange for acupuncturists, herbalists, Reiki practitioners and others to treat low-income people in New York City, especially community organizers and activists that are often overworked and lack the resources for these types of care. The Samarya Center (Samarya Center.org), in Seattle, Washington, uses revenue from its yoga studio to provide free yoga to critically ill patients served by the city’s Bailey-Boushay House and the local VA hospital, and also to patients with chronic pain at the Pike Place Medical Clinic, which treats many homeless and lowincome Seattle residents.
For more information, visit BoxedWaterIsBetter.com.
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Most End-of-Life Care in U.S. Neglects Patient Needs The U.S. healthcare system is not properly designed to meet the needs of patients nearing the end of life and those of their families, and major changes to the system are necessary, according to a new report from the Institute of Medicine, Dying in America: Improving Quality and Honoring Individual Preferences Near the End of Life. A 21-member committee has called for more advanced end-of-life care planning by individuals, improved training and credentialing for clinicians, and for governments and private sectors to provide incentives to patients and clinicians to discuss issues, values, preferences and appropriate services and care. Dr. Philip Pizzo, co-chair of the committee, states, “Patients can and should take control of the quality of their life through their entire lifetime, choosing how they live and how they die, and doctors should help initiate discussions with their patients about such decisions.” Susan Heckerman, former dean of medicine at Stanford University, says, “It’s important that healthcare options available to individuals facing the end of life help relieve pain and discomfort, maximize the individual’s ability to function, alleviate depression and anxiety, and ease the burdens of loved ones in a manner consistent with individual preferences and choices.” The report is available at Tinyurl.com/ DyingInAmerica.
For healthy eaters, Super Bowl parties’ bent toward rich, calorie-laden foods compete with our desire to shed some holiday pounds and return to regular diet regimens. Whether supplying eco-beer selections for guests or bringing refreshments to a gathering, armchair players can score green points both in terms of natural ingredients and supporting the domestic economy and environment. Sierra Nevada Brewing Company’s plant in Chico, California, uses 10,000-plus solar panels and a large on-site water treatment facility for recycling and conserving water. “It’s the number one ingredient in brewing,” says Sustainability Manager Cheri Chastain. “You can generate more energy, but you can’t make water.” Other American microbrews deploy varied eco-solutions. Dave’s BrewFarm, in Wilson, Wisconsin, for instance, obtains most of its energy via a wind-powered generator. Goats “mow” the grass outside the Anderson Valley Brewing plant in Boonville, California. Odell Brewing Company, in Fort Collins, Colorado, practices waste reduction and recycling and uses renewable energy sources. The 100 percent wind-powered brewery also encourages employees to bike to work and/or carpool, and uses biodiesel-powered delivery trucks (the biodegradable fuel emits 78 percent less CO2 than standard fuel). Five of the 2014 Good Food Awards’ winning beers—exceeding the criteria of recycling water, local sourcing and banning genetically modified ingredients—are Port City Brewing Co., Alexandria, Virginia; Deschutes Brewery, Bend, Oregon; Bear Republic Brewing Co., Healdsburg, California; Victory Brewing Co., Downingtown, Pennsylvania; and Ninkasi Brewing Co., Eugene, Oregon (GoodFoodAwards.org). ChasingGreen.org offers information on many other U.S. craft breweries that operate in sustainable ways, including the Brooklyn Brewery, Brooklyn, New York; New Belgium Beer, Fort Collins, Colorado; and the Great Lakes Brewing Co., Cleveland, Ohio. If none of these brews is yet a current favorite, seek them out at a specialty beverage retailer that stocks from multiple regions in order to score a touchdown for us and the Earth. Some just may become part of local fans’ first-string beverage “team” after the game is over.
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ou don’t have to be in a big city tion of 10 to 20 percent in four hours. In or an industrial park to launch a other words, liquid supplements are like successful business. Just ask Lester using airmail instead of ground delivery.” Burks, owner of Life Line Foods LLC, which manufactures liquid supplements Health Begins with the Brain and ships them internationally—all from Burks speaks from experience. He says a facility on a winding road in the woodhe began using Life Line’s Neuro Nectar ed hills of Pikeville, Tennessee. when he was mentally exhausted: “My “Semis have gotten stuck on the thought process had slowed, and in switchback curve on our mountain general my thoughts had become more road,” Burks says. “It’s also not unusual negative than positive.” Neuro Nectar for drivers to come up behind a bull reversed that trajectory, he says. “I feel that’s gotten out of his field and is trotmore alert and ting up the road.” responsive when I Despite its take it regularly.” remote location, Being low in Life Line Foods certain nutrients has grown into a can affect our bustling business mental processes, that employs 20 Burks says. Simply people and manuthinking positively factures more than can get us mov50 products. “We’re “Using liquid supplements ing in the right constantly researchdirection, toward rather than tablets is like ing and adding the individuals more products,” he using airmail instead of we desire to be. says. “This business Supporting brain ground delivery.” stays busy getting function is the first top-quality prodstep to better health, he says. ucts out to the consumer.” “I believe health begins in the While quality and customer service mind,” he says. “You can’t skip any rungs have been big factors in Life Line’s sucon the health ladder or you might just cess, Burks says, another major factor fall and hit the ground. So take it one has been people’s growing preference rung at a time: when you conquer one, for liquid supplements over pills and you move up to the next, and before you tablets. Life Line’s Buried Treasure label know it, you will reach the top.” has been on the forefront of liquid While Burks enjoys the taste of supplement research, he says. Neuro Nectar, he admits that it’s not “We once believed that you are for everyone. “This isn’t candy—it’s a what you eat, but modern science has supplement,” he says. “Some folks prefer proven that you are what you absorb,” it with a swig of water. But your brain he says. “For most nutrients to be effecwill thank you.” tive, they must be absorbed and avail He says several key nutrients in able in the bloodstream. Studies have Neuro Nectar help provide cognitive shown that 85 to 95 percent of liquid support, including phosphatidylserine nutritional supplements are absorbed and phosphatidylcholine, which have within two minutes, compared to pills been found to boost brain function and tablets, which have a typical absorpin healthy seniors, and DHA, whose
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neuro-protective properties have made it a favorite ingredient in nutritionbased strategies to prevent Alzheimer’s disease and other lipid- and age-related diseases. “It’s important to get these ingredients in combination, because one study found that dietary supplementation with DHA and phosphatidylserine, along with other nutrients, may improve cognitive performance and delay the progression of age-related cognitive decline,” Burks says. He says Neuro Nectar also contains “brain-specific” herbs including rosemary, the “herb of remembering”; gota kola, used to increase overall vitality and treat memory loss and senility; ginkgo biloba, known to increase blood-brain circulation and improve the brain’s ability to utilize oxygen; and chamomile, used to relax and tone the nervous system.
Health as Unique as Fingerprints
Life Line is constantly expanding its product line because people’s health needs are as unique as their fingerprints, Burks says. “What works for you might not work for your next-door neighbor,” he says. “Good health comes about through studying your own body and researching what is on the market today. So listen to your doctor, and listen to your body. You have only one body to live out this life, and you must do everything in your power to keep it around for a long time to come. We are committed to helping people make informed decisions and find the right products for their needs.” For Burks—who is in his late 50s— his business has become personal. “Like most people, I want to stay healthy and vital into my 80s and beyond,” he says. “But that takes action in the form of diet, exercise, controlling what I watch or read, studying God and how he relates to me, and being careful about my choice of supplements. I’m determined to live my present so that my future becomes a better past.” For more information about Neuro Nectar and other Buried Treasure products, visit LifeLineFoods.com.
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arely do people gentle-touch process that experience true surges energy through and lasting transthe body directly into formational change. the higher brain The missing link is through the activation the lack of energy of energy pathways in the highest, most known by many evolved part of our ancient and curbrain. The culprit that rent cultures as is hijacking all this qi, chi, prana and energy and potential kundalini. Looking is our lower, survival at these pathways from brain. It had hundreds a scientific perspective, of thousands of years research has revealed that to get very adept at just they are piezoelectric in surviving, and it does this nature, which means they by unconsciously rerouting release energy when our blood flow, compressed or oxygen, energy stretched gently in With its sole focus on and metabolism just the right way. survival, our lower brain Studies on enas it deems fit, based on only one has been hijacking all our ergy medicine in parameter—how therapeutics and to survive. human perforenergy and potential. This lower mance conducted brain cannot see happiness; it doesn’t by James Oschman (BS biophysics, care about finding out who we are and PhD biological sciences) have revealed what we were meant to do. It doesn’t the nature of these pathways. care about our goals and ambitions. HBL revolutionized this underAll it cares about is that we survive standing by cracking the code that aluntil the next day, and then it says, lows us to powerfully and consistently “Success! Let’s do all of that again and cue these pathways, mobilizing this again and again,” because the logic dormant energy and directing it to the of the lower brain is Sameness equals higher brain. This increases the metabsafety. It is easy to see how this part of our brain has constantly been working against changing anything in our life. We can have new thoughts, great goals, big dreams and compelling visions, but these thoughts, goals, dreams and visions are fleeting if the higher brain does not drive them forward. There must be a corresponding change in brain function to match our new thoughts, goals and dreams, or they do not become real. Higher Brain Living (HBL) signals a major physiological shift that is setting humanity free. It is a unique,
olism of the higher brain and awakens its potential. Penny Montgomery, PhD, is a leading scientist in the field of neurofeedback training. She has been studying the brain and working with patients for more than 40 years. She recently conducted EEG studies on shifting energy using Higher Brain Living, and says, “There were phenomenal changes in the brain at exactly the right times with a transition of one state to the other in the prefrontal cortex. I never would have believed a brain could change that fast if I had not measured it myself.” Once we increase the oxygen to the prefrontal cortex, it then activates the body’s ability to rejuvenate, feel inner calm, find meaning and effect change. That allows us to let go of stress; to experience joy, confidence and passion; and to grow and evolve every day. Our higher brain thus becomes an ally in effecting positive, permanent change. Michael Cotton, DC, is a leading evolutionary theorist and the founder of Higher Brain Living. He holds a doctoral degree in chiropractic and is the creator of the Higher Brain Living system. A presentation and live demonstration of the Higher Brain Living system will be conducted at January 26 at 7 p.m. at the Knoxville Convention Center, 701 Harvey St. Admission to the event is free with preregistration online at HBL-Knoxville.eventbrite.com, or $97 at the door. For more information, visit HBL-Knoxville.eventbrite.com. See ad page 5.
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monal) 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 by Linda Sechrist
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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 cause-and-effect explanations of disease regularly reduced to isolated infographics and sound bites in the media. But understanding our body’s sophisticated, self-regulating, selfcorrecting 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 life; healthy cell function produces proper endocrine (hor-
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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 balance 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.
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Pioneering integrative doctors are connecting the dots that point to the root causes of the majority of today’s chronic diseases. 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 de-
signed 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.
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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.
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any patients, both men and women, have a hero-worshipping 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.
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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 orange-colored 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 of Surrender. Maybe he or she talks endlessly about personal matters, is incessantly negative, a gossip or a guilt-tripper. NaturallyKnoxville.com
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.”
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.” 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.
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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ruly good flooring is beautiful, practical and eco-friendly. The best choices may change from room-to-room, as well as with geography, depending on family needs. Here are some key factors to consider for an optimum installation.
Added Value–Hardwood
Wood comes in many colors, polished to a high gloss or textured, and can be refinished when styles change. “Timber used to float downriver to the sawmill and not all of it arrived. We salvage logs from the bottom of the Penobscot River for flooring and other products,” says Tom Shafer, co-owner of Maine Heritage Timber, in Millinocket. “Our wood is as fresh as the day it was cut decades ago.” Cold water preserves the resource and adds a natural patina. Removal of the estimated 700,000 cords of underwater wood will help restore the waterway’s natural eco-system. Note: Wood can scratch or dent and be susceptible to water damage. Even recycled wood might not be eco-friendly. “Wood reclaimed from manufacturing plants can contain machine oils, harsh NaturallyKnoxville.com
chemical residue, lead paint or asbestos,” explains Shafer. “Know where it came from; follow the chain of evidence.”
High Traffic, Pets, Long Life–Linoleum
Linoleum is made from linseed oil, wood powder, resins and ground limestone. Mineral pigments provide rich color throughout, which prevents paler worn spots. A personalized pattern may include borders using linoleum sheets or tiles. It’s long-lasting, durable, fireresistant, biodegradable, has no harmful volatile organic compounds (VOC) and repels dirt and dust. Note: Vinyl, made from unnatural chlorinated petrochemicals, won’t wear as well or last as long as linoleum.
Long-Lasting–Tile
Bottles recycled into glass tile reflect light, brightening smaller rooms like the bath. Long-lasting ceramic or porcelain tile has no VOCs, is easy to clean and won’t host germs, bacteria or dust mites. Note: Look for lead-free glazed tile. Glass tile may be cost-prohibitive
for larger spaces. Most tile can be slick when wet; texturing increases safety.
Child-, Pet- and Elder-Friendly, Warm and Comfy–Cork
Cork is lightweight, flexible and can mimic stone, granite, tile, marble and wood, while providing comfortable cushioning. “Cork assumes the ambient temperature in the room, keeping feet warmer. It holds up to dogs, too,” says Tim Tompkins, a Portuguese Cork Association committee member in Greenville, South Carolina. “Cork is both healthy for the consumer and sustainable for the environment.” Note: Due to its cushioning nature, heavy furniture or high-heeled shoes may make indentations.
Wood-Like and Sturdy–Bamboo
Bamboo generally regrows in three to five years, is twice as hard as red oak and can be stained almost any color. Edge-grained bamboo, banded together, turns flooring into a statement. Note: “It’s shipped from Asia and may have formaldehyde glues and durability problems, so shop carefully,” advises David Bergman, a New York City green architect and author of Sustainable Design: A Critical Guide.
Long-Wearing Classic Look–Stone
Travertine, limestone, granite, slate and marble are all stone flooring options. Stone can increase home value, has a classic look and is a piece of history that adds to any décor, although it’s not a renewable resource. Cork or nonpetroleum-based laminated floors can give the look of stone without destroying an in-situ natural resource. Note: Large blocks of stone are cut at quarries and transported to processing plants, cut into slabs and transported to a processor to be cut again, shaped and polished before being shipped to the store—a big carbon footprint.
The Great Imitator–Concrete
Easy-to-clean, durable concrete never needs to be replaced. Small repairs can
be patched. Large repairs, such as a broken pipe beneath the surface, may require refinishing the entire floor to match the stain color. Some homeowners have created a faux rug using other stain colors to disguise the repaired area. Finishes can make concrete look like hardwood, painted tile, carpet, marble or granite, including terrazzo options. For an entryway, homeowners can design a custom welcome mat, perhaps incorporating a family crest, monogram or motto. Finishes can be textured to varying degrees to increase
foot traction. Note: Ensure the structure is sturdy enough to bear the extra weight of concrete. It feels cold underfoot in winter and cool in summer. Epoxy coatings don’t let concrete breathe, so any moisture emanating from the concrete slab will be trapped. Test for the moisturevapor emission rate; problem areas can include sections covered by furniture. Avery Mack is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect via AveryMack@ mindspring.com.
FUN FLOOR FACTS n Mixed and matched floors create a planned flow in an open-concept house. Find fun ideas at Tinyurl.com/FlooringTransits. n Most carpet is chemical-laden and not so health- or eco-friendly, although there are some exceptions. n Sustainably produced handwoven wool rugs backed with jute are susceptible to the jute retaining spills and pet odors; its yellow-tan pigment also can color rug fibers. Jute eventually disintegrates, leaving clumps of unsecured wool fibers. n In Portugal, bark is hand carved off the tree as cork, which is healthy for the tree. Trees are grown on protected land that also benefits insects and birds. NASA, Mercedes and BMW sometimes find cork a lightweight, durable replacement for steel. The Library of Congress has relied on its original cork flooring for 75 years. n Kinetic energy from people dancing or walking on special flooring can light up the area and send energy back to the grid (see Joycott.com/energy-floors).
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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.
An App a Day Keeps the Doctor Away Keep Kids Engaged in Healthy Living by Julianne Hale
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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
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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 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
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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 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, California’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.
Julianne Hale writes and edits for Natural Awakenings franchise magazines and blogs about motherhood at AnotherGrayHair.wordpress.com.
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Louise Hay on Loving Yourself to Ageless Health by S. Alison Chabonais
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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 self-love. It all comes down to how you think and treat yourself. What we give out we
get back, so it all starts with us. Remember, no 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, bitby-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 self-love 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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Change Your Diet, Change Your Life – Jan. 16 6pm-Jan. 18 3pm. Learn how to look good, feel great and make healthy, affordable meals. $279 per person for double occupancy at Well Being Conference Center, Tazewell, TN. Info: WellBeingCC. com, yogabytamara@gmail.com or 423-626-8776.
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Calhoun’s New Year’s Day 5K – 9am. Familyoriented race, with continental breakfast served by Calhoun’s. Walkers welcome. 625 Turkey Cove Ln., Knoxville. Hosted by Knoxville Track Club. Info: KTC.org.
Astrology Class – 6:45 - 8:45pm. See website for specific class topics. The Oasis Institute, 4928 Homberg Dr., Knoxville. Info: RadiantLightAstrology. com or 865-719-2049.
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Catalyst Climb – 9am the first Saturday of every month. For anyone of any age with physical disabilities. Proudly welcoming all wounded warriors. Hosted by River Sports Outfitters and Catalyst Sports, 2918 Sutherland Ave., Knoxville. Info: 865-523-0066.
Write Now – 9-11:30pm first and third Fridays. Creative writing workshop following the Amherst Writers & Artists (AWA) Method. Learn about the craft. Gain perspective on your writing and confidence in your voice. The Write Place, 2611 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN. Info: 865-660-4799 or JudyBingham.net.
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Unity White Stone Ceremony – 10:55am. Unity Transformation will host Unity’s traditional White Stone Ceremony. Participants prayerfully receive their new “word” or “name” for the New Year with a white stone to write on as a reminder for the coming year. Open Chord, 8502 Kingston Pike, Knoxville. Info: 865-809-5207 or UnityTransformation@ gmail.com.
David Arms – 10am-11:30am. Topic: “Spiritual vs. Medical.” $25 fee. Healing sessions to follow, $50. Center for Peace, 880 Graves-Delozier Rd., Seymour. Info: CenterForPeace.us or Patti MacFee 865-250-1988.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7 Write to Grow – 9-11:30am. First, third and fifth Wednesdays. Writing workshop for women interested in developing a deeper sense of self through writing. The Write Place, 2611 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN. Info: 865-660-4799 or JudyBingham.net.
Crystals and Stones Workshop – Noon-3pm. Simple techniques for using crystals to enhance and balance energy, meditating to get to know the stones, and learning to create crystal grids. Seven chakra stones included in the class price. $35 prepaid by January 3; $40 day of event. 428 East Scott Ave, #104, Knoxville. Info and registration: 865-7052525 or TheresaRichardson.com.
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Write Now – 12:30-3pm. First, third and fifth Wednesdays. Creative writing workshop following the Amherst Writers & Artists (AWA) Method. Learn about the craft. Gain perspective on your writing and confidence in your voice. The Write Place, 2611 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN. Info: 865-660-4799 or JudyBingham.net.
Write to Grow – 6:45-9pm. Every second Tuesday. Writing workshop for women interested in developing a deeper sense of self through writing. The Write Place, 2611 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN. Info: 865-660-4799 or JudyBingham.net.
Fire Ceremony – 6:45-7:45pm. Ceremonial fire is perfect for insight, releasing and transmuting what no longer serves you. Center for Peace, 880 GravesDelozier Rd., Seymour, TN. Info: CenterForPeace. us or Katy Koontz at 865-693-9845.
Sweat Lodge – 6:30-10pm. Experience a deeper spiritual awareness through this ancient form of prayer and purification. Donation. Center for Peace, 880 Graves-Delozier Rd., Seymour, TN. Info: CenterForPeace.us or 865-428-3070.
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Learn from the past and let it go. Live in today. ~Louise Hay
YWCA Diversity Day & Race Against Racism – 11am. Community event celebrating diversity, wellness and dignity for all people. Food, entertainment, speakers, exhibits, 5K & 1-mile walk. Benefits free youth, senior YWCA programs in East Knoxville. YWCA Phyllis Wheatley Center, 124 S. Cruze St. Info: 865-546-0651.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 18 Unity Transformation special music – 10:45am. Nashville-based duo Source (Vic Sorrell & Kenya Walker) will provide special music for Unity Transformation at Open Chord, 8502 Kingston Pike, Knoxville. Info: UnityTransformation@gmail.com or 865-809-5207.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21 Write to Grow – 9-11:30am. First, third and fifth Wednesdays. Writing workshop for women interested in developing a deeper sense of self through writing. The Write Place, 2611 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN. Info: 865-660-4799 or JudyBingham.net. Write Now – 12:30-3pm. First, third and fifth Wednesdays. Creative writing workshop following the Amherst Writers & Artists (AWA) Method. Learn about the craft. Gain perspective on your writing and confidence in your voice. The Write Place, 2611 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN. Info: 865-660-4799 or JudyBingham.net.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 23 Healthy Living Expo – Jan. 23, 9am-3pm; Jan. 24, 9am-4pm. Largest health, fitness, nutrition and green-living event in Knoxville area. Knoxville Convention Center. Free tickets in January issue of Natural Awakenings, or $10 at the door. Info: TheHealthyLivingExpo.com. Write Now – 9-11:30pm first and third Fridays. Creative writing workshop following the Amherst Writers & Artists (AWA) Method. Learn about the craft. Gain perspective on your writing and confidence in your voice. The Write Place, 2611 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN. Info: 865-660-4799 or JudyBingham.net.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 Medicine Wheel Workshop – 10am-4pm. Foundation teachings by Steve Citty. $25 fee. Center for Peace, 880 Graves-Delozier Rd., Seymour. Info: CenterForPeace.us or 865-428-3070.
MONDAY, JANUARY 26 Higher Brain Living system presentation and demonstration – 7pm. Evolutionary theorist Michael Cotton’s system for engaging the higher brain to release stress, increase joy and facilitate positive growth. Free for online preregistration; $97 at the door. Knoxville Convention Center, 701 Harvey St. Info and registration: HBL-Knoxville. eventbrite.com.
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Unity Transformation – 10:55 a.m. at Open Chord, 8502 Kingston Pike, with Rev. Lora Beth Gilbreath. Join us each Sunday for music, meditation, Unity teachings and joyous spiritual connection. Arrive early to purchase coffee and bagels. Info: UnityTransformation.org.
Write to Grow – 9-11:30am. First, third and fifth Wednesdays. Writing workshop for women interested in developing a deeper sense of self through writing. The Write Place, 2611 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN. Info: 865-660-4799 or JudyBingham.net.
Eckankar Center Sunday events – 11am. First Sunday of month: worship service. Second Sunday: spiritual truths for personal growth discussion. Third Sunday: book discussion, Journey of Soul by Harold Klemp. Fourth Sunday: HU Sing. Eckankar Center of Knoxville, 301 Gallaher View Rd., Ste. 226, Knoxville. Info: 865-622-7685 or Eck-Tenn.org.
monday Women’s Sacred Circle – 6:30-8pm. Every second and fourth Monday. Gather around the circle as women share, grow and support each other. Light refreshments available. $5 per class. Crystal Peace Center, 205 Court St., Maryville, TN. Info: 865-2009582 or crystal.peace@aol.com. Gentle Yoga Flow – 7-8pm. Every first and third Monday. Stretch and strengthen; perfect for beginners as well as more experienced yoga practitioners. Instructor Jill Hawn offers modifications to suit all levels ofexperience. $10 per class. Crystal Peace Center, 205 Court St., Maryville, TN. Info: 865200-9582 or crystal.peace@aol.com.
tuesday 8 Move Tai Chi – 11am-noon or 6-7:15pm. Delivers physical/mental benefits in as few moves as possible. Taught by certified instructors from Clear’s Tai Chi. Clear’s Silat & Street Kung Fu, 113 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN. $69 for six weeks. Info: Richard Clear or Roland Jackson, 865-379-9997 or MaryvilleTaiChi.com. Mat Pilates with Susie Kaplar – 5:30-6:30pm. First class free, then $10 per session (half price if you bring a friend). Drop-ins welcome. Arnstein Jewish Community Center, 6800 Deane Hill Dr., Knoxville. Info: Susie Kaplar, 661-803-1526. Breastfeeding Support Circle – 6pm. Lactation consultant will discuss any breastfeeding problems or questions. Moms Café-style supportive place to bring your baby to socialize with other mothers. Bohemian Baby, 6907 Kingston Pk. Unit 4, Knoxville. Info: 865-588-1105 Free 6-week session of beginning tai chi classes – 6-7:15pm. Delivers physical/mental benefits in as few moves as possible. Taught by certified instructors from Clear’s Tai Chi. Clear’s Silat & Street Kung Fu, 113 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN. Info: Richard Clear or Ben Sterling, 865-379-9997 or MaryvilleTaiChi.com. Drumming, Meditation & Channeling – 7:309pm. Donation. Center for Peace, 880 GravesDelozier Rd., Seymour, TN. Info: CenterForPeace. us or 865-428-3070.
Belly Dancing at Bohemian Baby – 9:30am. Join DeLacey Ault for her new class offerings at Bohemian Baby Wednesday mornings at 9:30 or Thursday evenings at 6. One-month series $45 or single drop-in for $15 throughout January. 6907 Kingston Pk., Unit 4, Knoxville. Registration: 865-588-1105. Write Now – 12:30-3pm. First, third and fifth Wednesdays. Creative writing workshop following the Amherst Writers & Artists (AWA) Method. Learn about the craft. Gain perspective on your writing and confidence in your voice. The Write Place, 2611 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN. Info: 865-660-4799 or JudyBingham.net.
friday Write Now – 9-11:30pm first and third Fridays. Creative writing workshop following the Amherst Writers & Artists (AWA) Method. Learn about the craft. Gain perspective on your writing and confidence in your voice. The Write Place, 2611 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN. Info: 865-660-4799 or JudyBingham.net.
saturday Intuitive Readings with Theresa Richardson – Explore your options and opportunities for growth and enlightenment. Readings address work, relationships, life purpose, how to align with your most positive future. Questions welcome. Call for appointment. Info: 865-705-2525 or Theresa Richardson.com.
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Energy Therapy & EFT Practitioners’ Mastermind (Live Call) – 4-5:15pm. First and third Wednesdays. Join other health & wellness Practitioners as Dr. Anne Merkel leads powerful Mastermind sessions using energy therapy to enhance your life & practice. Monthly series of two live calls, Mastermind, notes & recordings, email support: $76. Register: is.gd/PractitionerMastermind. Info: 1-877-262-2276.
Intuitive Counseling Sessions with Pamela Nine – Receive relationship, life-lesson, career and lifepurpose guidance and further your personal, professional and spiritual growth through professional intuitive counseling. By appointment at Nine Wellness Centre, 3113 Gose Cove Ln., Knoxville. Info and appointments: 865-531-9086, PamelaNine@ msn.com, PamelaNine.com.
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Burn, Baby Burn! – 10:30am. Kim Day Training is in store in our spacious classroom to offer mommy and baby fitness. Bring your little one to help you work away those winter blahs. $10. Drop-ins welcome. Bohemian Baby, 6907 Kingston Pk., Unit 4, Knoxville. Info: 865-588-1105.
Write to Grow – 6:45-9pm. Every second Tuesday. Writing workshop for women interested in developing a deeper sense of self through writing. The Write Place, 2611 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN. Info: 865-660-4799 or JudyBingham.net.
8 Move Tai Chi – 11am-noon or 6-7:15pm. Delivers physical/mental benefits in as few moves as possible. Taught by certified instructors from Clear’s Tai Chi. Clear’s Silat & Street Kung Fu, 113 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN. $69 for six weeks. Info: Richard Clear or Roland Jackson, 865-379-9997 or MaryvilleTaiChi.com. Mat Pilates with Susie Kaplar – 5:30-6:30pm. First class free, then $8 per session (half price if you bring a friend). Drop-ins welcome. Arnstein Jewish Community Center, 6800 Deane Hill Dr., Knoxville. Info: 661-803-1526 or susiekaplar@gmail.com. Free 6-week session of beginning tai chi classes – 6-7:15pm. Delivers physical/mental benefits in as few moves as possible. Taught by certified instructors from Clear’s Tai Chi. Clear’s Silat & Street Kung Fu, 113 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN. Info: Richard Clear or Ben Sterling, 865-379-9997 or MaryvilleTaiChi.com. Tapping for Weight Loss – 7-8pm. First of and third Thursdays. Learn how to eliminate the self sabotaging thoughts that keep you from the slim body you want. Join Instructor Nancy Allen , LMT. $7 per class. Crystal Peace Center,205 Court. St.,Maryville, TN,Info: 865-200-9582 or crystal. peace@aol.com.
Astrology Class – 6:45-8:45pm. Every second Thursday. See website for exact dates and class topics. The Oasis Institute, 4928 Homberg Dr., Knoxville. Info: RadiantLightAstrology.com or 865-719-2049. Spiritual Apprenticeship Program – Advance your personal, professional and spiritual path; promote healing; develop inner awareness, intuitive and mediumship abilities through a one-on-one learning experience. Available for 3- and 6-month terms. Limited-time discount. Pamela Nine, Nine Wellness Centre. Info: 865-531-9086, PamelaNine@msn. com, PamelaNine.com. Monthly meeting of Holistic Moms Network, Knoxville – 11am. Follow the natural path to parenting. Group meets the second Tuesday of each month at Bohemian Baby, 6907 Kingston Pk., Unit 4, Knoxville. Info: Mary at 865-356-7987 or KnoxHMNLeadership@gmail.com Autoimmune Coaching & Energy Therapy Support Call – 4-5:15pm. Second Wednesdays. Dr. Anne Merkel shares information and solutions for people experiencing autoimmune disorders, to naturally address their condition and support healing. Free. Notes and past month recordings provided when you register at is.gd/autoimmunegroup. Info: 1-877-262-2276.
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classifieds FOR RENT OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE in established West Knoxville complementary/alternative wellness center with professional, peaceful environment. 12 x 14 room suited for massage therapy, energy work, acupuncture, similar therapies. Furnished or unfurnished. Full- or part-time. Monthly rate. Pamela Nine, 865531-9086 or PamelaNine.com.
For Sale Comfort Craft table for sale: Model 800 with stool, bolsters, extra side-lying & sports/therapy bolsters, top shape #3, used, good condition, asking $2,700. List: $6,950. Shipping not available; must be picked up in Knoxville. See photo at MassageWorksTN. com. Charles West, 865-694-3144. SOMOTRON VIBROACOUSTIC THERAPY MAT, CARRYING CASE & CD COLLECTION SET – Full-body portable vibroacoustic mat and CDs for physical and auditory stimulation, relaxation, stress reduction therapies. View set at Somatron.com/mat. Retails $2,000+. Asking $1,400. Black. Excellent condition. Pamela Nine, 865-531-9086.
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BIRTH CENTER LISA ROSS BIRTH & WOMEN’S CENTER 1925 Ailor Ave. • Knoxville, TN 865-524-4422 LisaRossCenter.org
Certified nurse-midwives in a nationally accredited freestanding birth center. Gynecology care, full-scope maternity and postpartum care with birth center, waterbirth and hospital delivery options. Complimentary services include breastfeeding support/lactation consultations, well-baby care and peer support.
Bodywork MASSAGEWORKS
Charles West, LMT, TFH, MAT 318 Erin Dr. #5 • Knoxville, TN 37919 865-694-3144 MassageWorksTN.com Move better, feel better, live better. Bodywork for pain and stress relief since 1994. A c u p r e s s u r e , To u c h f o r Health® kinesiology, structural alignment, stress relief, relaxation, chair massage, cupping, Tai chi. Classes for LMTs, everyone.
Conscious Living HEMP MONKEYS
Amanda Keller & Amber Keirn 4928 Homberg Dr. Ste. A1 Knoxville, TN 37919 865-474-1340 Info@HempMonkeysOnline.com Hemp Monkeys is an eclectic and unique shop that specializes in hemp and bamboo clothing, hemp oil soaps, lotions, handmade jewelry, Himalayan salt lamps, and Indonesian and Balinese décor and jewelry. See ad, page 32.
Craniosacral Therapy (CST) GENTLE TOUCH THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
Marty Austin, MS, LMT, CST, NMT, CDP 218 South Peters Rd. • Knoxville, TN 37923 865-691-1565 GentleTouch815@aol.com GentleTouchTherapeutic.com Marty Austin is certified in craniosacral/somato-emotional r e l e a s e , n e u r o m u s c u l a r, lymphatic drainage and Russian medical massage. Her clients range from newborns to seniors. See ad, page 3.
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Massage and Skincare Allyson Harris, LMT, LE 318 Erin Dr. #5 Knoxville, TN 37919 TheRetreatLLC.MassageTherapy.com
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Offering relaxation through Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone and pregnancy massage. Skin care is fresh, healing and holistic. Wonderful for all skin types. Please visit website for full menu, gift certificates and appointments.
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Emotion Code LEA’S NATURAL HEALTH SOLUTIONS, LLC
Linda Lea, Natural Health Professional, RCR, CCA, HTSM 620 N. Campbell Station Rd. #23 Farragut, TN 37934 865-966-1509 LeasNHS.com Lea’s Natural Health Solutions offers e m o t i o n a l empowerment and spiritual maturity processes including The Emotion Code, designed to eliminate hidden emotional baggage and selfsabotaging beliefs and behaviors that prevent you from giving and receiving love freely. See ad, page 17.
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Rev. Carol Bodeau, PhD Maryville, TN 865-233-7402 RockAndPineHealing.com
Restoring wholeness and renewing harmony for body, heart, mind, spirit. Rev. Carol Bodeau is an experienced interfaith minister and healer offering spiritual guidance, intuitive counseling, Reiki and crystal healing, wilderness quests and rites of passage.
9409 Northshore Dr. • Knoxville, TN 37922 865-539-6040 6300 Kingston Pk. • Knoxville, TN 37919 865-584-7464 CrownCleaners.com
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Specializing in addressing autoimmune disorders and certifying health & wellness practitioners to adopt energy therapy modalities, Dr. Anne Merkel assists you by phone, in person, and via numerous online self-study packages, leading you to conscious transformation, wellness, release of trauma.
CHEO of GREATER KNOXVILLE AREA Complementary Health Education Organization PO Box 22511 • Knoxville, TN 37933 423-884-6031 CheoKnox.org
More than 40 years as Knoxville’s premier dry cleaners. Traditional customer service meets state-of-the-art technology. Eco-friendly dry cleaning equipment and solutions produce superior results. Register online for free pickup/delivery of dry cleaning, laundry, alterations. See ad, page 23.
Energy Therapy ANNE MERKEL, PhD
Holistic Health Care
1004 Sevier Ave. • Knoxville, TN 37920 865-329-7566 Info@EverythingMushrooms.com EverythingMushrooms.com Complete mushroom s u p p l y, g i f t s a n d r e s o u r c e c e n t e r. Gourmet mushroom foods, mushroom logs, books and much more. For workshops, check website or call for current schedule. See ad, page 13.
Discover your options for health using holistic and integrative approaches to wellness. Health fairs, free directory of services, and monthly educational programs 7 p.m. every first Monday (Knoxville) and fourth Wednesday (Loudon/Monroe). Details at CheoKnox.org.
CRYSTAL PEACE CENTER 205 Court St. Maryville, TN 37804 865-200-9582 crystal.peace@aol.com CrystalPeaceCenter.com
The Crystal Peace Center (CPC) offers a variety of alternative healing services, classes, pathways for progression, and tools of empowerment to support your spiritual and personal growth. Contact the CPC to schedule a wellness assessment/treatment. See ad, page 9.
GYPSY HANDS HEALING ARTS Sara Xochitl Griscom 707 N. Central St. Knoxville, TN 37917 865-522-5829 Info@GypsyHands.com GypsyHands.com
Feng Shui FENG SHUI DESIGN
Dr. Nancy C. Canestaro 6920 Lark Ln. • Knoxville, TN 37919 865-789-5856 FengShuifyi.com
Practicing healing traditions from around the world: Maori healing, intuitive consultations, medical intuition, holistic nutritional and health coaching, craniosacral, Reiki/ Reiki instruction, past-life regression, birthing support, licensed massage therapy, multicultural events, movie night. Books, card decks, incense/smudge sticks, music, craft-works.
Nancy helps you find health, harmony, prosperity for home/ office. With 2+ decades of experience, she will study your property and produce a report with recommendations for enhancements, remedies. Contact her about lecturing for your group.
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Intuitive Counseling NINE WELLNESS CENTRE
Pamela Nine, PhD 3113 Gose Cove Ln. • Knoxville, TN 37931 865-531-9086 PamelaNine@msn.com PamelaNine.com Pamela Nine, PhD, owner of Nine Wellness Centre, is an internationally recognized professional intuitive counselor and educator with 25+ years’ experience. Services include spiritual apprenticeship program, educational courses, life and business coaching, and personal and telephone intuitive counseling by appointment.
Retreat Centers WELL BEING CONFERENCE CENTER
Don Oakley & Patty Bottari Oakley, Directors Tazewell, TN 37879 423-626-9000 WellBeingCC.org Hour north of Knoxville,160 acres surrounded by 2½ miles of Powell River. Perfect for quiet getaway, vacation, group event, retreat, workshop. Our mission is promoting mind/ body wellness, harmony with nature. We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit. See ad, page 17.
SOUND HEALING CELESTIAL HARMONICS
READINGS AND REIKI
Mebbie Jackson 865-679-9642 Mebane8@mac.com
Theresa Richardson 428 East Scott Ave, Suite 104 Knoxville, TN, 37917 865-705-2525 Info@TheresaRichardson.com TheresaRichardson.com
Acutonics is a healing modality that uses tuning forks on acupuncture points to facilitate a healing response in the body. Clients report a strong release of tension and stress from the body after each session. See ad, page 18.
Theresa is an intuitive healer/ teacher whose services include readings, Reiki sessions and a variety of classes. Her intention is to facilitate transformation and alignment with the soul’s wisdom. In-person, phone or long-distance healing sessions available.
Recycling
Offering commercial and residential recycling of Styrofoam packaging. Drop-off and pick-up services offered. See website for details. Serving Knoxville and surrounding communities.
OASIS Institute is a nonsectarian, nonprofit spiritual organization established in 1995. Our mission is to provide a meeting place for groups that will facilitate the well-being of people of all backgrounds.
UNITY TRANSFORMATION
Rev. Lora Beth Gilbreath 865-809-5207 UnityTransformation@gmail.com UnityTransformation.org Sunday morning and midweek activities. Host of the internet “radio” broadcast “Hooked on Classics” through UnityOnlineRadio.org. Affiliated with Unity Worldwide Ministries. See ad, page 7.
Weight Loss
THE CENTER FOR PEACE
2810 Hoitt Ave. Knoxville, TN 37917 865-742-1151 HiddenGemsRecycling.com
Stephen Anthony, Executive Director 4928 Homberg Dr. Ste. A-4 Knoxville, TN 37919-5100 865-588-7707 OasisInstitute@OasisInstitute.org OasisInstitute.org
SABA ASSOCIATES
Spiritual Centers
HIDDEN GEMS RECYCLING
OASIS INSTITUTE: A CENTER FOR ATTITUDINAL HEALING
880 Graves-Delozier Rd. Seymour, TN 37865 865-428-3070 CenterForPeace.us
Aholistic spiritual center applying ancient wisdom traditions such a s c e r e m o n y, dance, shamanic practice, sweat lodges, meditation, chanting and prayer in the modern world. See ad, page 23.
Steve and Kim Back, Executive Platinum Directors 865-257-4999 skback.lovemyace.com Saba’s new exclusive ACE formula contains the top five most effective weight-loss ingredients scientifically formulated into one pill. Raspberry Ketone, Green Coffee Bean Extract, Saffron Extract, Konjac Root Extract, Garcinia Cambogia Extract. All of this in one capsule! Call for your FREE sample today.
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JANUARY 23 & 24, 2015 KNOX VILLE CONVENTION CENTER
The GET FIT!
Expo
With natural health products and services to a variety of fitness companies, you will find a plethora of new ways to get FIT and healthy at The Healthy Living Expo!
HAVE FUN!
WhatÕs more FUN than winning prizes! The Expo offers many opportunities to win prizes. Exhibitors give prizes away; stage presentersÕ draw for prizes and the Expo itself has prize drawings every hour. While there is no guarantee you will win a prize, it certainly adds to the FUN while enjoying activities and trying FREE samples!
FEEL FABULOUS!
Local Chef Walter and other experts create FABULOUS recipes at the Eat Right Stage, dozens of exhibitors offer FREE health checks and numerous exhibitors provide demonstrations and product samples to help you feel FABULOUS!
Visit the website for more information: TheHealthyLivingExpo.com
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