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specially after our cold winter, spring feels especially sweet this year—like Mother Nature’s throwing a party for us. Every bud swelling on a branch or bit of green poking out of the ground seems like a new gift. We spend a lot of time out in our garden, and it’s impossible not to feel humbled by and grateful for the thousands of tiny blessings it bestows on us. Maybe that’s why we find gardening so transformative: it blends motion and mindfulness, the original “mind-body” practice. So if spring drives you away from your desk and out into your garden, don’t feel guilty. Think of it as yard yoga. Fittingly, this issue of Natural Awakenings is all about food and gardening, and we offer plenty of info to help you make the best of both. Whether you have your own garden or just enjoy eating the fruits (and vegetables) of others’ labor, our article “Fresh Food Trends” (page 16) suggests new ways to appreciate the growing locavore movement. Certainly you should begin by taking advantage of the everexpanding number of small farms in the Knoxville area (as well as the restaurants that patronize them). But there are other ways to enjoy what nature provides. Ever thought about foraging for your food? With a little professional guidance, you can learn to identify wild-growing nuts, herbs and mushrooms, among other foods. In Knoxville, we’re fortunate enough to have a business staffed by experts in mushroom growing and foraging; Everything Mushrooms carries grow kits for the budding “farmer” to field guides for foragers. (The store’s chief science officer, Cathy Scott, wrote a terrific article on growing and cooking with shiitake mushrooms— read it on page 19.) Every parent should read our “Healthy Kids” column on the seven signs of food sensitivities (page 20). Some of those signs might surprise you. Does your kid have itchy skin or chronic ear infections? Is she bouncing off the walls, or perennially cranky? All those symptoms can be caused by something in the diet, from gluten to artificial chemicals. It can take a little detective work, but finding the culinary culprit can make a big improvement to your child’s quality of life—and yours, too! As you prepare your garden, don’t forget to stop by Erin’s Meadow Herb Farm, about 30 minutes from downtown Knoxville. The farm not only has greenhouses full of live plants ready to be transferred, but it also offers workshops to show you how to use the herbs you grown in cooking, body care and even crafts. (Read more about Erin’s Meadow Herb Farm on page 12.)

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newsbriefs Knoxville-Made Chocolates Healthy Alternative to Energy Drinks

nergy drinks may be all the rage, but they’re not always healthy; in fact, many are loaded with sugar. So Eddie Reymond, who’s owned and operated Eddie’s Health Shoppe in Knoxville for 19 years, has used his nutrition background to help develop a healthier alternative, a line of energy-boosting dark chocolates that began production in Knoxville a year ago and already are available in 340 US locations. “My goal was to create a product that would compete with energy drinks and offer a healthier alternative,” Reymond says. “Using dark chocolate as a catalyst is ideal, because it’s very low in sugar and is actually good for you. The ingredients we’ve used are all healthy, with numerous benefits.” ZenEvo energy was the first of the three dark chocolates he and his partners created; they were followed by Vitamin D and Fit. ZenEvo energy consists of ashwagandha, ginseng and maca, with 75 milligrams of caffeine. Vitamin D has 1,000 IU of D3, and Fit uses green coffee beans and raspberry keytones, contributing to its signature raspberry flavor. “The local response has been incredible,” Reymond says. “People seem to support the fact that all of the chocolate is made locally and entirely by hand. We’re hopeful that this is the beginning of something special.” Locally the chocolates can be found at Earth Fare, Sun Tan City, Hot Yoga, New Balance, Fleet Feet, Performance Medicine, Knoxville Bicycle and the Rush, along with an assortment of smaller retailers. Eddie’s Health Shoppe is located at 8025 Kingston Pk., Knoxville, in the Suburban Plaza. For more information, contact the shop at 865-693-4909.See ad, page 17.

Drug Treatment Center Targets Pills, Opioid Meds

xodus Recovery Center, PLLC, dedicated to helping people with an addiction to narcotics, has opened for business in south Knoxville. “The name Exodus refers to the end—in this case, the end of addiction to prescription pills and opioidbased medications,” says founder David Newman, MD. One person dies of an overdose of these medications every 19 minutes in the United States, Newman says, and Knoxville has one of the highest rates of abuse of and addiction to these drugs in the Southeast. “Exodus will treat those who are serious about getting past their addictions and

moving on to a healthier, happier life,” he says. Exodus Recovery Center uses a medically supervised program involving the combination of a prescribed step-down medication in conjunction with psychological services and participation in a 12-step program. Drug testing will be required at every appointment, as well as randomly, Newman says. ‘ Exodus Recovery Center is located at 4200 Martin Mill Pk., Knoxville. Call 865-240-4288 to schedule an appointment.

At 5, Unity Transformation Still “Positive, Practical, Principled”

n March 2009, Rev. Lora Beth Gilbreath founded Unity Transformation as a “New Thought” ministry serving the Knoxville area. New Thought is based on Romans 12:2, which encourages us to “be transformed by the renewal of your thought-process”; accordingly, Unity’s Law of Mind Action states that thoughts held in mind reproduce after their kind. Five years later, Unity Transformation still sums up its mission and purpose in a simple affirmation: “I transform my life in ways that are positive, practical and principled.” Gilbreath says Unity Transformation stands on the principle that God is good and present everywhere. “We are created in the image and likeness of God,” she says. “When we consciously live our lives from this principle of oneness, what happens next is transformation—hence, Unity Transformation.” Transforming our lives in ways that are practical means living with a constant knowledge of our oneness with God, Gilbreath says. “We practice the teachings of Jesus,” she says. “We engage in spiritual practices such as prayer, meditation, affirmation and positive thinking. When we consistently practice these principles, we find that our lives transform in positive ways.”

Unity Transformation, affiliated with Unity Worldwide Ministries, meets every Sunday at 10:55 a.m. at Shanti Yoga Haven, 12 Forest Ct., in the Bearden area. Unity is known for its inspirational magazine Daily Word (DailyWord.com) and for its prayer ministry Silent Unity (1-800-NOW-PRAY), which has been in nonstop prayer since 1890. For more information about Unity Transformation, call Gilbreath at 865-809-5207 or visit UnityTransformation.org. See ad, page 11. natural awakenings March 2014

newsbriefs Acutonics Combines Acupuncture, Sound Healing

cupuncture has been used for thousands of years to treat a variety of conditions, physical and psychological. A far newer natural therapy, Acutonics, combines the concepts behind acupuncture and sound healing to relieve certain conditions, says Mebbie Jackson, who practices Acutonics at Celestial Harmonics. “Acutonics is a healing modality Mebbie Jackson that uses tuning forks on acupuncture points,” Jackson says. “The experience of the vibrations during a session is one of intense relaxation. This therapy can be used on chronic conditions and acute health issues, as well as to provide general stress relief.” During an Acutonics session, Jackson places tuning forks on the client’s clothed body along the meridians at specific points in order to open the energy to flow more freely. She also uses other sound-healing instruments such as a Tibetan singing bowl, rattles and bells. “Sound was the first tool used for healing before medicinal plants,” she notes. “The vibration of sound moves deep within the body to shift chronic tension and blocked energy.” Jackson says the sense of peace experienced during an Acutonics session is mental as well as physical. “It’s like hitting the reset button on your hectic life and starting again from a spacious, relaxed mindset,” she says. “Our lives are so busy that we rarely take a time-out for ourselves. So scheduling a series of Acutonics is like giving yourself the gift of timeouts from stress.” For more information, contact Jackson at 865-679-9642 or mebane8@mac.com. See ad , page 31.

New Support Groups for Chronic Pain Sufferers

enny Nash came to understand the power of medical support groups from her own experience dealing with Type 1 diabetes for more than 40 years. After seeing how she and others benefited from these groups, Nash made a career switch from writing and editing to social work. Now a licensed master social worker, she has been conducting medical support groups for more than 20 years. “I’ve seen the power that we all Jenny Nash have within us to help ourselves while we help others,”’ she says. In March Nash will begin facilitating group counsel-

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ing at Genesis Analgesia Center, helping those with chronic pain deal with the physical and psychological effects of their symptoms. People dealing with chronic pain gain a powerful tool when they turn to others facing the same challenges, she says. “There’s a large and growing body of research indicating that giving and receiving support from others in the same medical situation can help alleviate physical and psychological symptoms and even extend life,” she says. Medical support groups help patients deal with the fallout—such as depression and anxiety—from chronic or long-term medical problems, she says. “When you’re dealing with illness day in and day out, it looms over everything in your life,” she says. “But sharing your feelings and thoughts in a group setting can cut it down to size.” Group members also can express their deepest fears without worrying that they’re burdening loved ones who are dealing with their own fears and anxieties. “A medical condition affects every area of a person’s life,” Nash says, “and a prescription can’t fix all the damage it can do to one’s identity, relationships and day-to-day life.” Genesis Analgesia Center, which offers interventional pain services along with holistic therapies, is located at 1408 Currier Ln., Knoxville. To inquire about group counseling, call 252692-4141. See ad, page 11.

Twice-Monthly Sweat Lodge at CFP

he Center for Peace—a holistic, nondenominational spiritual center located in Seymour, Tennessee—holds two sweat lodges a month that area open to all. The ceremony is an ancient form of prayer practiced by cultures around the world, says Steve Citty, sweat lodge leader. “We hold this sacred ceremony in the way taught to us by a Native American mystic of Pueblo and Ute ancestry,” Citty says. “This is an opportunity to pray for yourself, for others, for the community, for the earth and for all your relations. We go away from the everyday world and back to Mother Earth so we can commune with the spirit of life to bring healing and clarity into our daily lives.” Several hours before the ceremony, a fire is prepared to heat the rocks used in the lodge. The lodge leader answers questions before the ceremony, which has four rounds, each involving prayers and singing (sometimes with drums and rattles). The door is opened after each round. After each lodge, participants share a potluck feast. A lodge is held at the CFP every first Saturday in the morning and every third Thursday in the evening. Although the CFP accepts donations to defray expenses, there is never a charge for the ceremony, Citty says. “If you are not feeling abundant, please don’t allow this to prevent you from coming,” he says. The CFP is located at 880 Graves-Delozier Rd., about 45 minutes from downtown Knoxville. For more information, call 865-428-3070 or visit CenterForPeace.us. See ad, page 18.

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newsbriefs Meditation, Music Medicine Presentations in March

he Knoxville and Loudon-Monroe Groups of CHEO, the Complementary Health Education Organization, will continue their monthly educational programs in March with presentations on meditation and sound healing. Both programs are open to the public and begin with a half-hour meet-andgreet with the presenters. The Knoxville program will be held at 6:30 p.m. March 3 at the Parkwest Medical Center classroom in Knoxville, with Rev. Becky Rhines presenting “Meditation for Everyone.” She will explain the two broad categories of meditation recognized in the West and lead attendees in simple meditation techniques. “Meditation aids in relaxation, building internal energy and developing traits like compassion, love, patience, generosity and forgiveness,” she says. “It also can help alleviate a wide range of physical and emotional issues.” There will be a door prize of a private meditation session with Rhines. The Loudon-Monroe program will be held at 6:30 p.m. March 26 at Rarity Bay Community Activity Center in Vonore, Tennessee. Sound therapist Suzanne Jonas, EdD, will present “Sound and Vibration: The Natural Tune-Up.” Jonas explains that “every organism has a signature vibration frequency that keeps it in tune. Poor responses to stressors can change these frequencies and manifest as physical and/or emotional symptoms.” She will explain how vibro-acoustics can be used to “retune” the body and mind. There will be a door prize of two Musical Medicine CDs donated by Jonas.

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Certain Scents Carry Healing Properties

romatherapy has become very popular in the last few years. It’s everywhere, from plug-ins to reed diffusers, and people even tout the soothing effects of the smell of baking bread. “Smell does bring up calming memories because it goes into the olfactory system,” says clinical aromatherapist Margaret Leslie Margaret Leslie. “But it also continues into the limbic system, influencing the brain and emotions. As a result, it promotes emotional healing.” The essential oils (EOs) used in clinical aromatherapy don’t just smell good, Leslie notes; they do good. One EO For more information about these or other CHEO events, visit has a chemical composition similar to aspirin. Another has a CHEOKnox.org. See resource guide listing, page 29. higher antioxidant scale rating than any food. Several EOs kill staph and strep bacteria and even MRSA, and one is known for easing the pain and speeding the healing of burns—even those caused by radiation. of Crystals There are several certified clinical aromatherapists Fabulous Intuitive Readers Great Selection practicing in East Tennessee, and Knoxville is the he Crystalline Light Expo, focusing on (CCAs) Healers & Speakers Metaphysical Jewelry base for a complete certification program in Clinical AromaSharing Their Talentsand metaphysicaland Gifts alternative healing therapy. Leslie says the classes are appropriate for anyone studies, will be held March 22 from 9:30 interested in learning about EOs for personal or family use. to 5:30 at Rothchild Catering and ConThe 300-hour CCA program (classes plus extra homework vention Center in Knoxville. and tests) is for anyone wishing to practice CCA. “This is the The $5 admission covers free lectures all Saturday, March 22, 9:30am to 5:30pm | Rothchild Catering and Convention Center only national aromatherapy program integrating EOs and day by guest speakers including Kimberly Crowe 8807 Kingston Pike | Knoxville, TN | www.crystallinelightexpo.com energy techniques,” Leslie says. “The classes offer continuing and Benjamin Bernstein from Asheville, North Carolina; education units for nurses and massage therapists.” Knoxville residents Charlaine Jones and Steven Frampton, presenting “Love in Action” and “Predicting the Future”; and The next Knoxville class is CCA 301, to be held March 7-9 internationally known lecturer and teacher Gillian MacBeth(20 CEs). For more information about EOs and their benefits, Louthan. “There will be an amazing variety of services to or to request a class in another area, contact Margaret Leslie sample, like intuitive readings of all kinds, Tibetan-style at margaret_leslie@hotmail.com or 865-607-0173. To register energy healing and mystic shamanism, to name just a few,” online, visit ISHAHealing.com. says event co-host Theresa Richardson. Kate Flynn, DC, will

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Hemp Monkeys Go Bananas for Organic Product Line

lways sticklers about the quality of their products, Hemp Monkeys co-owners Amber Keirn and Amanda Keller say they “searched long and hard” for an organic body care line that met their specs—and they found it with the new Mooseberry Soap Company Collection. “We’ve always featured the yummy Mooseberry Soaps in such scents as Mango Tango, Honey Almond Shea, Apple Quinoa, Vanilla Bean and Sandalwood,” Keirn says. “But now Mooseberry has a whole body care line that uses all-organic ingredients. Like the blueberry body butter: it’s made of organic coconut and olive oil blend, unrefined shea butter, blueberry butter, blue clay, blueberry seed extract and hemp oil. That’s it—nothing more. We’ve waited a long time for this line. We debuted these new items this past month at the Healthy Living Expo and sold out. The shelves are now stocked, and this is a product line you don’t want to miss.” Hemp Monkeys also carries a variety of other organic personal-care products, like hemp body butters and lotions in vanilla bean, honey almond and blueberry; new honey almond and blackberry shampoos; orange clove deodorant; tea tree mouthwash; and the locally made Honey Dew Natural Organic line featuring lip balms, “MudMouth” toothpaste, deodorants and healing salves.

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or more than a 865-435-1452 decade, Find Erin’s us on FB Meadow OpenHerb Saturday Only March 15 Farm through has offered Spring Hours begin year-round herbal March 18 Tues-Sat, education 10-5classes Sun 12-5 erinsmeadowherbfarm.com in a unique setting. The farm’s spacious kitchen classroom is located in the herb shop which, weather permitting, becomes an openair environment for enjoying the natural setting: the quiet, green rolling hills of Anderson County Tennessee, 30 minutes from downtown Knoxville. Most Saturdays the farm offers demo classes, herbal health classes and culinary classes, as well as hands-on herbal workshops on topics like essential oils, medicinal herbs, growing and cooking with herbs, natural body care, and herbal crafts and gift making. Herbal tea, sampling and handouts are included in most classes. In March the farm will welcome several new instructors, like Knoxville herbalist Rachel Milford, who will present “Digestive Health for Optimal Wellness” March 1 at 1 p.m. ($30); holistic health coach Nicole Fey, who will present “Women’s Health Talk” on March 8 at 1 p.m. ($30); and UT pastry chef and culinary instructor Linda Dixon, who will demonstrate “Easy and Delicious Herbal Breads” March 22 at 10:30 a.m. (($35). Also this month, the farm will offer the demo class “Natural Body Care from Head to Toe” March 15 at 1 p.m. ($30) and the herbal workshop “Sow and Grow an Italian Kitchen Garden” March 29 at 1 p.m. ($35). On March 18, Erin’s Meadow Herb Farm begins spring business hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday noon to 5 p.m. For more information, call 865-435-1452. See ad, page 13.

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Creative Paths for Local Food Sourcing Entrepreneurs are creating novel ways to circumvent the commercial food system that ships food, in or out of season, for hundreds or thousands of miles at the cost of quality and too often, accountability. Re:farm Denver, in Colorado, for example, supplies families with everything they need for backyard gardens, from irrigation systems to seeds. In 2013, 200 families participated. Cottage food laws allow artisans to sell breads, jams, candy and other foods made in home kitchens. While specific restrictions vary, 42 states have some type of cottage law. Beth-Ann Betz, who bakes sweets in her New Hampshire kitchen, says, “It gives me the option to be independent and self-employed at 66.” At the Community Thanksgiving Potluck, in Laguna Beach, California, dinner is shared, not served. For 25 years, those with homes and without, single people, families, city council members and the jobless have gathered to share food and community for the holiday. “It’s a wonderful chaos,” says Dawn Price, executive director of the nonprofit Friendship Shelter. At Bottles Liquor, in West Oakland, California, a banner reads “Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Available Here.” Bottles is a member of the Healthy Neighborhood Store Alliance, an effort of the nonprofit Mandela Marketplace to bring pesticidefree produce to corner stores throughout the neighborhood.

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FDA Wakens to Local Needs Small farms, farmers’ markets, local food processors and community food banks have been given a reprieve, because on December 19, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) decided to take a second look at proposed new laws that would have put many of them out of business. The new rules, proposed under the Food Safety and Modernization Act (FSMA), came under fire from consumers, farmers and others with voices that were heard. The FDA said its “thinking has evolved,” and “…significant changes will be needed in key provisions of the two proposed rules affecting small and large farmers. These provisions include water quality standards and testing, standards for using raw manure and compost, certain provisions affecting mixed-use facilities and procedures for withdrawing the qualified exemption for certain farms.” Source: TheDailyGreen.com

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Five Quick and Easy Feng Shui Remedies for 2014 by Nancy C. Canestaro, DArch

fun thing to do at the beginning of each year is a feng shui tune-up for the energies coming from the land. The Chinese New Year started on February 4 and will last until February 4, 2015. Two of the general energies to avoid or remedy around your home, outside and inside, relate to the Yang Wood Horse, the Chinese animal for the year. The first energy is called Tai Sui. It is located in the exact direction of the animal for the year. This year the energy is located in South 2, the fifteen-degree sector between 172.5 and 187.5 degrees on a compass.

Try a feng shui tune-up for the Chinese New Year, which started on February 4 and will last until February 4, 2015. Many towns are oriented on a south/north axis, so be sure to determine whether your front door faces in this direction. Keep this outdoor area quiet; don’t disturb the soil. If this is where a door comes into your home, be careful not to slam it. Noise or renovations close to the house here can disturb the Tai Sui Grand Duke. When he’s unhappy, you could have problems, especially health-related. Inside, avoid facing him or having your back to him, as well. This includes where you sit and also the direction of your head when you are sleeping. The second direction relating to the

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Horse, directly opposite the Tai Sui, is Sui Po (also called the Year Breaker). The direction for Sui Po is North 2, between 352.5 and 7.5 degrees. Avoid outdoor renovations in this area. If you can’t avoid digging in the ground in either of these areas, at least hang six-tube hollow metal chimes between the renovation and the structure. Inside your home there are also three areas to remedy. To find these areas, divide a floor plan of your home into nine equal divisions and label the eight directions out from each sector (center and the eight compass directions), based on the orientation of the structure. SE

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Add Metal/ White for 5 Earth NW

Divide your floor plan into nine equal divisions (center and the eight compass directions) Place remedies in the following sectors of your home for the potentially difficult energies: In the Northwest direction, with the troublesome “5” Earth energy, add Metal, such as weights, coins or other objects made of metal. The “2” Earth energy indicating ill health also needs Metal as a remedy. If you are sleeping in either of

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these two energy zones and you have health issues or trouble sleeping, try moving to a different location in your home for better rest. Try adding Fire or red in the area with “3” Wood energy. This energy is contentious, and arguments or worry are often the result of spending too much time here. In case you think there’s too much bad energy this year, rest assured that there are also areas of quite good energy. One area is the “8” Earth energy that represents abundance. This year the “8” is in the South sector. Just be sure not to face or turn your back to the 15-degree sector mentioned above, the Tai Sui. The “1” Water energy also brings fame and fortune for the year. Add blue or black for more of this, and spend time here. The energies mentioned above describe only the yearly influences. There are also energies that reside in every building based on the year it was built. For a full representation of the energies and enhancements or corrections to use for the year, have a feng shui report generated. There are also excellent books that cover how to do your own analysis, especially books from Stephen Skinner and Joey Yap. Good luck, and have fun with the feng shui in 2014! Nancy C. Canestaro, DArch, practices the art and science of feng shui full-time in the Knoxville area. Call her at 865-7895856 for a consultation in your home or place of work. Also, visit her website at FengShuiFYI. com for a lecture and Rhama Center workshop schedule. See resource guide Dr. Nancy C. listing, page 29. Canestaro

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Coconut Oil Manages Cholesterol, Chemicals Harm Pets, Too Shrinks Waistlines R T he nationwide health epidemic of chronic diseases afflicting the human population is also showing up among companion animals. According to a report by the Environmental Working Group, pets, like a canary in a coal mine, may be the environmental sentinels that are now signaling a clear connection between disease and manmade chemicals. In a study that analyzed blood samples of dogs and cats, 48 of 70 industrial chemicals and pollutants were traced, many recording levels that were substantially higher than previously reported in national studies of humans. Dogs displayed double the concentration of perfluorochemicals (used in stain-proof and grease-proof coatings); cats evidenced 23 times the concentration of polybrominated diphenyl ether (PBDE) fire retardants and 5.4 times the amount of mercury. PBDE levels in hyperthyroid cats have been linked to eating canned cat food and to the increased use of PBDEs in consumer products during the past 30 years. In humans, high levels of flame-retardant chemicals are implicated in endocrine disruption, Type 2 diabetes and thyroid disease. Suggestions for minimizing exposure include avoiding chemical-laden household cleaners, furnishings and carpet; drinking carbon-filtered water; steering clear of food and beverage containers made from or lined with plastic (including cans); and eating organic produce and free-range meat.

educed physical activity and increased consumption of carbohydrates and saturated fats fuel increased rates of obesity, cardiovascular disease and insulin resistance, plus abnormal lipid content in the blood. Although coconut oil is a saturated fat, its chemical composition appears to prevent it from generating negative effects on lipid profiles, according to a growing body of research. In an earlier study published in Lipids, women that exhibited abdominal obesity consumed supplements of either coconut oil or soybean oil. Throughout the 12week trial, both groups followed the same weight-loss diet. At the end, the coconut oil group presented a higher level of high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or protective cholesterol, and smaller waistlines, while the soybean oil group showed lower HDL levels and an increase in total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) plus a less desirable LDL-to-HDL ratio. In a later study published in the Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition, consumption of coconut oil was again associated with a beneficial lipid profile in pre-menopausal women. Researchers that conducted a concurrent pilot study with male and female subjects found that men also experienced shrinking waistlines when supplementing with coconut oil. They explain that coconut oil contains mainly medium-chain fatty acids, which rapidly convert into energy, thereby circumventing the cycle that makes cholesterol and stores fat (Pharmacology).

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Fresh Food Trends Natural Trailblazers in Sustainable Eating by Melinda Hemmelgarn

Food experts have listed local, regional and sustainable foods among the top food trends for 2014. Consumers’ heightened environmental awareness and their love for fresh flavors are responsible.

here’s even a new term, “hyperlocal”, to describe produce harvested fresh from onsite gardens at restaurants, schools, supermarkets and hospitals—all designed for sourcing tasty, nutrient-rich foods minus the fuelguzzling transportation costs. Adding emphasis to the need to preserve vital local food sources, the United Nations has designated 2014 as the International Year of Family Farming. Here are four thriving food trends resulting from shifts in Americans’ thinking and our growing love for all things local.

Foraging

What could be more entertaining and economical than searching for and gathering wild foods in their natural habitat? From paw paws and persimmons in Missouri to palmetto berries in Florida and seaweed in California, Mother Nature

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provides a feast at her children’s feet. Commonly foraged foods include nuts, mushrooms, greens, herbs, fruits and even shellfish. To learn how to identify regional native wild foods and cash in on some “free” nutritious meals, foragers need to know where and when to harvest their bounty. Conservation departments and state and national parks often offer helpful field guides and recipes. Jill Nussinow, also known as The Veggie Queen, a registered dietitian and cookbook author in Santa Rosa, California, characterizes foraging as “nature’s treasure hunt.” Nussinow says she forages for the thrill of it and because, “It puts you very much in touch with the seasons.” On her typical foraging excursions through forests and on beaches, Nussinow notes, “You never know what you might find: mushrooms, berries, miner’s lettuce, mustard pods or sea vegetables.

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It’s free food, there for the picking.” However, she warns, “You have to know what you are doing. Some wild foods can be harmful.” For example, Nussinow advises getting to know about mushrooms before venturing forth to pick them. She recommends the book Mushrooms Demystified, by David Arora, as a learning tool, and checking with local mycological associations for safe mushroom identification. She also likes the advice of “Wildman” Steve Brill, of New York City, who publishes educational articles at Wildman SteveBrill.com. “He knows more about wild foods than anyone I know,” she says. Vermont wildcrafter Nova Kim teaches her students not only how to identify wild edibles, but also how to harvest them sustainably. It’s critical to make sure wild foods will be available for future generations.

Fermentation

Kefir, kimchi, kombucha and sauerkraut all owe their unique flavors to fermentation. Sandor Katz, author of The Art of Fermentation: An In-Depth Exploration of Essential Concepts and Processes From Around the World, is a self-described “fermentation revivalist”. He explains how microorganisms, such as lactic acid bacteria that are universally present on raw vegetables and in milk, transform fresh food into preserved sustenance. Katz recalls how his boyhood love for sour pickles grew to an “obsession with all things fermented.” An abundant garden crop of cabbage left him wondering, “What are we going to do with all that cabbage?” The answer came naturally: “Let’s make sauerkraut.” Subsequently, Katz has become an international expert on the art and science of fermentation from wine to brine and beyond, collecting recipes and wisdom from past generations (WildFermentation. com). He observes, “Every single culture enjoys fermented foods.” Increasing respect and reverence for fermented foods and related communities of beneficial microorganisms is a new frontier in nutrition and medical sciences. For example, several researchers at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics annual meeting

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high-quality pasture, which includes grass, legumes and hay, the more beneficial the fats will be in their milk. On the other hand, when ruminant animals, designed to graze on pasture, are fed a steady diet of corn and soy, both their milk and meat contain less beneficial fat. According to Captain Joseph Hibbeln, a lipid biochemist and physician at the National Institutes of Health, American diets have become deficient in omega-3 fatty acids over the past 100 years, largely because of industrial agriculture. Hibbeln believes that consuming more omega-3s may be one of the most important dietary changes Americans can make to reduce the risk of chronic diseases, improve mental health and enhance children’s brain and eye development, including boosting their IQs. Coldwater fish such as salmon, mackerel, tuna and sardines provide excellent sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Plus, dairy and meat from animals raised on pasture can improve our intake, as well.

Faith

How might eating with the “creation” in mind influence food and agriculture trends? Barbara Ross, director of social services for Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri, believes, “People’s common denominator

Hyperlocal Superstars Food Corps is a national nonprofit with a mission to improve school food and thus children’s health and lifelong potential. Active in 15 states, it places teams of young teachers in limited-resource communities to establish school gardens, provide food-based nutrition education and supplement school meals with garden fresh produce. Visit FoodCorps.org. is that we are all part of and integral to the creation.” She considers how “Food, agriculture, environment and economy are bound together in a way that requires we think, plan and act for the dignity of each person and the common good of the human family.” Ross explains that the choices we make in these vital areas affect the richness of our soils, the purity of our air and water and the health of all living things. Marie George, Ph.D., a professor of philosophy at St. John’s University, in Queens, New York, agrees, “The serious ecological crises we see today stem from the way we think,” and “reveal an urgent moral need for a new solidarity”

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The Other White Meat by Cathy Scott

ave you ever noticed how mushroom gravy can actually make a meat dish taste meatier? The meaty flavor of shiitake comes from its large amount of glutamic acid, which is a key flavor in meat. The glutamate in shiitake is also a natural version of the flavor enhancer monosodium glutamate (MSG), so shiitake can boost the flavor in a dish without added sodium. Glutamate imparts the fifth taste, known in Japan as umami, a hard-to-describe savory essence. Although it’s subtle, it can add an important layer of flavor to your cuisine.

medicinal extracts and functional foods. Fungi have been well known and employed for their antibiotic properties for decades; recent research shows that shiitake exhibit antibacterial and anti-viral effects. In addition, studies have shown that shiitake can enhance immunity and are beneficial for treating diseases as diverse as AIDS and cancer. Some shiitake compounds are known to inhibit blood aggregation and reduce cholesterol levels; these may someday be useful in treating heart disease. As if that isn’t amazing enough, shiitake have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. Inflammation is the root cause of many of our aches and pains, from sore throats to pulled muscles; it also is a well-known factor in many agerelated chronic diseases. One of the safest possible strategies to suppress long- and short-term inflammation is to eat foods with anti-inflammatory properties, like shiitake. Here in the West we are just beginning to understand the power of mushrooms—unlike Asians, who have used shiitake as medicinal treatments for thousands of years.

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Fresh shiitake aren’t hard to find. Because they are one of the easiest mushrooms to grow, more small farms are providing shiitake to local markets. If you get them fresh, remember to buy a little extra, as they will shrink during cooking. You can also easily grow your own shiitake outside on logs, or indoors on kits sold at specialty stores like Everything Mushrooms. Either way, make sure you store your fresh mushrooms in the refrigerator in a paper bag—never plastic. And make sure to clean them off before cooking with them. Shiitake grow on wood substrates that aren’t very tasty, so be sure to remove the stems and brush off any sawdust. There is no need to soak. Culinary complement If you can’t find them fresh, dried shiitake are delicious, Like meat, shiitake can complement a range of dishes, from too. Just reconstitute them in hot water; then process and cook light salads to heavy gravies and tomato- or dairy-based sauces. them, just as you would fresh mushrooms. (As an extra bonus, They also have a dense flesh and intense flavor, so they can you get mushroom broth, which is a great addition to soup or stand up to long cooking in pasta, soups or stews. Of course, stock.) they are also a natural ingredient to use in stir-fries and other Shiitake can be sautéed, marinated, grilled, battered and Asian dishes. deep-fried, broiled, roasted, boiled or simmered; used as a In addition to being tasty, shiitake are an ideal health and flavor-filler for meatballs; added to sauces, gravies and stuffweight-loss food. Their high protein and dietary fiber content ing; or stuffed themselves. (Note: shiitake mushrooms should will keep you feeling satisfied; at the same, they contain only always be cooked before eating, as some people have rare but small amounts of fats and carbohydrates, and no sugars or cholesterol, which means shiitake will not increase your body’s serious allergic reaction to uncooked shiitake.) Do you know any non-mushroom lovers? Try marinating production of HDL/LDL cholesterol or insulin. shiitake in soy sauce and red wine and roasting them, or pro Shiitakes are nutritious: in fact, cessing them into a shiitake pâté; you can they’re one of the few natural vegetable fool people into thinking they are meat. Here in the West we sources rich in vitamin D. They also conThe next time you are planning a vegetartain vitamins B and C and niacin, as well are just beginning to ian meal, try using shiitake mushrooms as as many minerals, including potassium, copper, selenium and all the essential understand the power of a “protein substitute” for meat. amino acids. mushrooms—unlike Asians, Cathy Scott is chief science officer of Evwho have used shiitake as erything Mushrooms Inc., located at 1004 Multipurpose medicine Sevier Ave., Knoxville. To learn more, visit Bioactive compounds found in edible medicinal treatments for EverythingMushrooms.com or call the mushrooms are stimulating a great deal store at 865-329-7566. See ad, page 9. of scientific research into their use as thousands of years. natural awakenings March 2014

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Seven Signs of Food Sensitivities by Pamela Bond

n recent years, Pediatrician William Sears has seen many more cases of asthma and eczema in his San Clemente, California, office. Dairy and wheat remain the biggest culprits, but experts believe new factors may be contributing to the rise in food sensitivities, including synthetic additives like partially hydrogenated oils, artificial colors and flavors and sweeteners, plus genetically modified ingredients. Often undiagnosed and untreated, food intolerances can cause long-term tissue damage, warns Sears, author of The NDD Book, which addresses what he calls nutrient deficit disorder without resorting to drugs. Increasingly, kids are developing formerly adult-onset diseases, such as Type 2 diabetes, obesity, depression, cardiovascular disease and acid reflux, he says. If it seems that a child is having a dietary reaction, first look for clues. “A lot of parents already suspect the answer,” says Kelly Dorfman, a licensed nutritionist dietitian and author of What’s Eating Your Child? Become a “nutrition detective”, she suggests. Here’s how to assess conditions and find solutions.

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Suspects: Intolerance to casein— a protein prevalent in dairy cow milk different from its form in breast milk that can get into mothers’ milk or formula— tends to irritate an infant’s gut lining, causing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and then chronic ear infections or constipation, says Dorfman. Action: Remove dairy from the baby’s and nursing mom’s diet for at least a week. For formula feeding, choose a brand made

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with predigested casein or whey. To heal baby’s damaged intestinal lining, give 10 billion CFU (colony forming units) daily of probiotic bacteria, mixed in a bottle or sprinkled on food.

Chronic Diarrhea

Suspects: Intolerance to gluten (a protein in wheat and other grains) or lactose (dairy sugar). Diarrhea, the gastrointestinal tract’s way of eliminating problematic substances, plus gas and bloating, often accompany these intolerances. Lactose intolerance is usually a root cause and is present in nearly everyone that’s gluten intolerant, Dorfman says. Action: Get a blood test to check for celiac disease, then eliminate gluten for at least a month. Although the diarrhea could end within a week, “You need a few weeks to see a trend,” counsels Dorfman. Consume fermented dairy products like cheese and yogurt, which have low lactose levels; cream dairy products may also test OK.

Chronic Ear Infections

Suspects: Dairy intolerance and for many, soy sensitivity. Some research has shown that 90 percent of kids with recurring ear infections or ear fluid have food reactions, corroborated by Dorfman’s patients.

or sugar. According to Sears, children’s underdeveloped blood-brain barrier increases vulnerability to the neurotoxic effects of chemical food additives, including artificial colors and monosodium glutamate (MSG). Action: When possible, buy organic foods certified to contain no artificial colors. Otherwise, scrutinize food labels for the nine petroleum-based synthetic dyes in U.S. foods: Blue 1 and 2, Citrus Red 2, Green 3, Orange B, Red 3 and 40, Yellow 5 and 6. Avoid ingredients like high-fructose corn syrup, sucrose, glucose, fructose, cane sugar and syrup—all added sugars.

Crankiness

Suspects: Gluten sensitivity is traditionally associated exclusively with digestive disturbances, but some recent studies have linked it to neurological symptoms, from moodiness and chronic headaches to ADHD and coordination loss. Action: Eliminate gluten for a month to assess a potential connection between mood and food, possibly signaled by excessive eating of a certain food.

Stunted Growth

Suspects: Gluten sensitivity or zinc

deficiency. Because gluten intolerance interferes with nutrient absorption, suffering kids often fail to thrive. “Small size—height or weight—is a classic symptom of celiac disease,” Dorfman advises. Zinc could be another factor; it normalizes appetite and through its relationship with growth hormones, helps the body develop. If levels are too low, growth will be abnormally stunted. In such cases, a child may rarely be hungry, be a picky eater or complain that food smells or tastes funny, Dorfman says. Action: Eliminate gluten consumption for a month. A blood test by a pediatrician can determine serum zinc levels, or buy a zinc sulfate taste test online. After sipping a zinc sulfate solution, the child will report either tasting nothing (indicating deficiency) or a bad flavor (no deficiency). Zinc-rich foods include beef, chicken, beans, pumpkin seeds, cashews and chickpeas. To counter a deficiency, ask a family healthcare provider for an age-appropriate supplement dose. Pamela Bond is the managing editor of Natural Foods Merchandiser.

Action: Quit dairy and soy for several months to verify a correlation. Dorfman recommends eliminating soy milk, soy yogurt and tofu, adding that ultrasensitive individuals may need to avoid processed foods that contain soy byproducts.

Itchy Skin

Suspects: Reaction to gluten, casein (in dairy products) and eggs plus oranges, grapefruit, tangerines, lemons, strawberries and pineapple. Action: Because itchiness can suggest a histamine response, ask an allergist for an IgE radioallergosorbent (RAST) blood test to detect food sensitivities.

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Qigong Reaching Your Highest Energetic Potential (Part 2 of 2) by Jeff Primack, Supreme Science Qigong

Qigong is about breath mastery. The best schools emphasize breathing to remove blockages and build a surplus of energy. Through technical training in abdomen placement, you can increase your body temperature and blood circulation on demand. When someone lays hands on another person while doing Tumo breathing, it can send profound waves of healing qi into that person. Consider Genesis 2:7: “God formed man of the dust of the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul.” Does it weaken our connection to Spirit if we are breathing shallowly? Scripture suggests a connection between being alive and breath coming into our nostrils. What if we breathed more consciously and deeply all day? Qigong is about getting high naturally. Alcohol transforms the state of mind, yet it also destroys the liver. Qi has no side effect except making you feel full of vitality. Its highs are beyond words. With focused practice, most people can move qi, causing a mild to intense euphoria. Qi is free, abundant and right under our noses—the ultimate ally to help us rise above life’s obstacles and reduce stress.

Qigong Strength Training is nurturing to qi, not taxing, like some traditional exercises. If you have old injuries, you can practice qigong. We use “holding qi” postures like Horsestance to build the root chakra and leg strength. When doing HyperThrows in our routines, we use fast followed by slow brushing movements, which work wonders for circulatory issues, building speed/ strength and giving a burst of energy. Movements alternating yin and yang open the arteries to expand blood flow beyond what traditional exercise is capable of. Anyone can do Qigong Strength Training, even the severely injured. Mike Maier, a retired fighter pilot and martial arts seeker, was so badly injured he couldn’t hold his arms above his head for more than ten seconds. He approached me directly at our 2,000-person National Qigong Conference to complain of his discomfort. I advised him that his body was adaptogenic and building new neurons as we were talking, preparing his arms for the next time he would be holding the postures. Six months later, Mike became an advanced teacher of our Qigong Strength Training. I watched him do two hundred pushups—a prerequisite for passing that certification. Before meeting us, he couldn’t do a single one! Our belief is that qi moves blood and possibly increased circulation in his torn shoulder along pathways that were previously blocked. This is an example of how qigong can heal. Enlightenment requires a body that can hold the light. Fitness is not only about muscles; it’s about the nervous

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Jeff Primack, founder of Supreme Science Qigong, has studied with qigong masters from all over the world and has trained 50,000 people in live qigong seminars since 2003.

system. Your lower abdomen is the seat of what qigong calls your “Dan Tien”— it’s your center of gravity, housing the majority of vital energy. It wasn’t until I learned pranayama breathing that I experienced being one with the universe. My whole body filled with blissful electricity that hummed inside me; for a time I was one with spirit and matter, and I knew I was going to dedicate my life to teaching others how to access this bliss naturally. Yogis describe nirvana as a mind-state where we access our super consciousness. From these higher-vibration states we can receive divine insight and creativity.

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Health-care practitioners need qigong and can prevent getting drained by using specialized breath/movement exercises. This is true of many of the therapists and nurses I encounter. Each year we train hundreds of registered nurses, and nearly all of them complain that they constantly feel drained. We also find that massage therapists take on the aches and pains of their clients. (While this may sound superstitious, I assure you the phenomenon is real.) Often doctors who specialize in a certain aspect of medicine are exposed to a certain “energy information signal” so frequently that they end up with the same problems they are surrounded by. What is a healer supposed to do? By using qigong, they can easily cleanse their energies. Many nurses say that after practicing qigong, they’re no longer affected by other people’s energy so dramatically and can get through a full shift without feeling depleted.

30,000-person qi lectures inside stadiums. Due to the huge amount of collective energy at these stadium events, many participants experienced the deepest levels of qigong within hours, and many healings were reported. Historically speaking, qigong went from being practiced by almost no Chinese people in the 1970s to a mind-blowing 200 million by the mid-1980s. I believe that qigong is God-connecting, humbling and healing to the

spirit, and that it unifies people, which is something the Chinese government is not supporting now. America is different, and I am proud to live in a country that supports our right to gather in freedom. We organized Qi Revolution, four days of qigong, because we want the secret to get out. Hundreds of people moving and breathing in sync is a truly vivid experience, allowing you to feel energy beyond what you could by yourself.

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TUESDAY, MARCH 4 “Messiah Training” – 7:30pm. (Every Tuesday). Center for Peace, Seymour, TN. This weekly program explores how we can allow the divine part of us to define our lives, rather than being awash in definitions of who we “ought to be.” Donations gratefully accepted. Info: Perry Robinson, 865428-3070.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 1 HTSM 102: Introduction to Judeo-Christian Anointing – 8:30am-6pm. 8 CEUs. No prerequisites. Healing in Christianity with an emphasis on anointing and how it was lost in history. Introduces nine biblical essential oils. The Avenue, 141 Martinwood Dr., Knoxville. Info & registration: Margaret Leslie, 865-607-0173 or ISHAhealing.com. Touch for Health® 2 – March 1-2, 9am-6pm. 15 CE hours. $300. NOTE: Touch for Health® series must be taken in order. Charles West, LMT, MassageWorks, 318 Erin Dr., #5, Knoxville. Info: 865-694-3144 or MassageWorksTN.com. Sweat Lodge – 10am. Center for Peace, Seymour, TN. Experience a deeper spiritual awareness through this ancient form of prayer and purification. Bring a towel, change of clothes, food to share for feast afterward. Donations gratefully accepted to cover costs. Info: 865-428-3070.

Growing shiitake mushrooms from hardwood logs – 6-8pm. Learn to produce years of delicious and nutritious mushrooms in your shade garden. Participants will drill and inoculate their own shiitake log to take home ($29 value). Space is limited. $35. Info: 865-329-7566 or EverythingMushrooms.com.

FRIDAY, MARCH 7 Sent to Heal and Anoint Course CCA 301 – Mar. 7, 6-10pm; Mar. 8-9, 8:30am-6pm. Karns Community Center, 7708 Oak Ridge Hwy., Knoxville. 20 CEUs. Explores the science and healing traditions of essential oils. Integrate EOs and energetic healing techniques through instructorguided experiences. Registration: ISHAhealing.com or Margaret Leslie, 865-607-0173. Fire Ceremony – 6:45pm. Center for Peace, Seymour, TN. This focused meditation on a ceremonial fire is perfect for introspection, insight, releasing, and transmuting what no longer serves

SATURDAY, MARCH 8 Developing Your Psychic Abilities—Making the Connection: Doing Readings for Others – 1-4pm. Tips and tools to make all kinds of readings easier. Practice with two different tools to do readings for self and others. At Rhama Center. Must preregister. Info: TheresaRichardson.com or 865-705-2525.

SUNDAY, MARCH 9 Lazarus Blueprint: Step Four – 10:55am at Shanti Yoga Haven, 12 Forest Ct., Knoxville. Unity Transformation will focus on Step Four: Upfront Thanks from The Lazarus Blueprint: Ancient Secrets for Healing and Inner Peace by MaryAlice & Richard Jafolla. Info: 865-809-5207 or UnityTransformation@gmail.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 13 A s t ro l o g y C l a s s – 6 : 4 5 - 8 : 4 5 p m . S e e website for specific class topics. The Oasis Institute, 4928 Homberg Dr., Knoxville. Info: RadiantLightAstrology.com or 865-719-2049.

SATURDAY, MARCH 15 Chair Massage – 9am-6pm. 8 CE hours. $125 if paid by 3/01/14 or $150 thereafter. Charles West, LMT, 318 Erin Dr. #5, Knoxville. Info: MassageWorksTN.com or 865-694-3114. Growing Oyster Mushrooms from Straw Workshop – 6-8pm. Hands-on, practical mushroom cultivation. Growing oyster mushrooms from prepared straw is fun and easy. Participants will make and take home their own oyster mushroom

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MONDAY, MARCH 3 Raindrop and Vita Flex Technique class – 8:30am6pm. Knoxville. Learn powerful, noninvasive tool for using essential oils to ease chronic and acute inflammation. Great practice add-on (8 CEs for nurses & massage therapists). Registration: ISHAhealing. com or Margaret Leslie, 865-607-0173. “Meditation for Everyone” – 6:30pm. Rev. Becky Rhines discusses benefits of meditation at meeting of Knoxville Group of CHEO. Begins with halfhour meet-and-greet. Public welcome. Free to CHEO members and first-time guests; $5 suggested donation returning guests. Parkwest Medical Center classrooms. Info: CHEOKnox.org.

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SUNDAY, MARCH 16 Lazarus Blueprint: Step Five – 10:55am at Shanti Yoga Haven, 12 Forest Ct., Knoxville. Unity Transformation will focus on Step Five: A Strong Command from The Lazarus Blueprint: Ancient Secrets for Healing and Inner Peace by MaryAlice & Richard Jafolla. Info: 865-809-5207 or UnityTransformation@gmail.com. TN Massage Law and Professional Ethics – 2-6pm. 2 CE hours each. $40 for one if paid by 3/02/14 or $50 thereafter. $70 for both if paid by 3/02/14 or $90 thereafter. Charles West, LMT, 318 Erin Dr. #5, Knoxville. Info: MassageWorksTN. com or 865-694-3114.

THURSDAY, MARCH 20 Sweat Lodge – 6:30 pm. Center for Peace, Seymour, TN. Experience a deeper spiritual awareness through this ancient form of prayer and purification. Bring a towel, change of clothes, food to share for feast afterward. Donations gratefully accepted to cover costs. Info: 865-428-3070.

SATURDAY, MARCH 22 Crystalline Light Expo – 9:30am-5:30pm. Intuitive readers, alternative healers, enlightening speakers sharing their talents and abilities. Vendors include crystals, jewelry, gifts. $5 admission. Rothchild Convention Center, 8807 Kingston Pk., Knoxville. Info: CrystallineLightExpo.com.

Qi Revolution workshop – March 22-25. Fourday intensive focuses on qigong breathing, moving forms, strength training, massage, reflexology, food healing. $149. Crowne Plaza Resort, Asheville, NC. Info: 800-298-8970 or QiRevolution.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 23 Lazarus Blueprint: Step Six – 10:55am at Shanti Yoga Haven, 12 Forest Ct., Knoxville. Unity Transformation will focus on Step Six: Drop the Old Role from The Lazarus Blueprint: Ancient Secrets for Healing and Inner Peace by MaryAlice & Richard Jafolla. Info: 865-809-5207 or UnityTransformation@gmail.com. “Sound and Vibration: The Natural TuneUp” – 6:30pm. Sound therapist Suzanne Jonas, EdD, discusses vibro-acoustics at meeting of the Loudon-Monroe Group of CHEO. Begins with half-hour meet-and-greet. Public welcome. Free to CHEO members and first-time guests; $5 suggested donation returning guests. Rarity Bay Community Activity Center, Vonore, TN. Info: CHEOKnox.org.

THURSDAY, MARCH 27 Essential Oils for a Healthy Practice – Build a foundation for using essential oils for enhancing the health of your family. Ideas for general emotional and physical use along with practical applications and safety data. 6 CEUs (nurses & massage therapists). The Avenue, 141 Martinwood Dr., Knoxville. Registration: ISHAhealing.com or Margaret Leslie, 865-607-0173.

FRIDAY, MARCH 28 Certified Traditional Usui Reiki I & II Class – March 28 & 29. 11:00 am - 4:00 pm (lunch provided) Class teaches Reiki I & II degree levels together in a two-day intensive for Certification as Reiki I and II Practitioner. Class is a combination of lecture, discussion and hands-on experience. Reiki I & II Manual included. $350.00 (Pre-Registration Deposit Required: $100.00) Nine Wellness Center, 3113 Gose Cove Lane, Knoxville, TN 37931. Instructor: Pamela Nine, Ph.D., Reiki Master Teacher. Info at: 865-531-9086, PamelaNine@msn.com, PamelaNine.com.

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Astrology Class – 6:45 - 8:45pm second Thursday of the month. See website for exact dates and class topics. The Oasis Institute, 4928 Homberg Dr., Knoxville. Info: RadiantLightAstrology.com or 865-719-2049.

Unity of Knoxville – 11am. A spirit-led community exploring all spiritual paths. 141 N. Martinwood Dr., Knoxville. Info: UnityChurchOfKnoxville.org. Youth of Unity (YOU) – 11am. Unity of Knoxville. Come and explore your spirituality with openminded teens. No judgment, lots of fun. Snacks provided. The Avenue,141 N. Martinwood Dr. Knoxville. Info: 865-679-0279. 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.

Write Now – 12:30-3pm. First, third and fifth Wednesdays at The Write Place, Maryville, TN. AWA creative writing workshop. Learn about the craft. Gain perspective on your writing and confidence in your voice. Info: 865-660-4799 or judy@judybingham.net.

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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.

Introduction to Usui Reiki Ryoho – 6:30-8pm (every other week). $5. Learn the history/origin of Reiki and its Eastern and Western influences. Space limited; RSVP required. Info: Fleur-De-Luna.com/ calendar or Christina at info@fleurdeluna.com.

Write to Grow – 6:30-9pm. First, third and fifth Thursday evenings at The Write Place, Maryville, TN. Writing workshop for women interested in developing a deeper sense of self through writing. Info: 865-660-4799 or judy@judybingham.net.

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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

Reiki gathering at Fleur de Luna – 7:30-9pm every other Friday. Experience the benefits of Reiki, a Japanese technique developed by Dr. Mikao Usui. Practitioners are encouraged and welcome. Offerings are appreciated. Info, including dates and location: Fleur-De-Luna.com.

“Messiah Training” – 7:30 pm. Center for Peace, Seymour, TN. This weekly program explores how we can allow the divine part of us to define our lives, rather than being awash in definitions of who we “ought to be.” Donations appreciated. Info: Perry Robinson at the Center for Peace, 865-428-3070.

wednesday Write to Grow – 9-11:30am. First, third and fifth Wednesdays at The Write Place, Maryville, TN. Writing workshop for women interested in developing a deeper sense of self through writing. Info: 865-660-4799 or judy@judybingham.net. 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.

saturday Intuitive Readings – With Theresa Richardson at Rhama Center. 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. Appointments: 865-705-2525. Info: TheresaRichardson.com

weekly Intuitive Counseling Sessions with Pamela Nine, Ph.D. – Guidance with relationships, life lessons, career and life purpose. Find the answers you are seeking and help to further your personal and spiritual growth through professional intuitive guidance. Available by appointment at Nine Wellness Centre, 3113 Gose Cove Ln,

Spiritual Apprenticeship Program – Advance your spiritual path and develop inner awareness, intuitive and mediumship abilities through easy and effective methods in a one-on-one learning environment. Personal program available for 3-and 6-month terms. Contact, Pamela Nine, Ph.D., Nine Wellness Centre, 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

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BIO-IDENTICAL HORMONE THERAPY BALANCED SOLUTIONS

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BIRTH 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.

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Women’s Pavilion, Physicians Regional Medical Center 939 Emerald Ave. Ste. 806 Knoxville, TN 37917 865-637-6698/865-470-0493 Midwife@StMarysBirth.net StMarysBirth.net

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.

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 21.

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Leonard A. Brabson, MD, medical director. Board-certified nurse/ midwives (l-r): Manola McCain, Blair Hicks, Libbi Martino. Natural and water labor; vaginal birth after Caesarean. Supportive, birth center atmosphere with emergency care nearby. Breastfeeding support. Gynecological care.

Cynthia J. Taylor, BGS, LMT Reiki Master Teacher 301 S. Gallaher Road, Ste. 107 Knoxville, TN 37919 865-816-7056 NovaMassageCT@gmail.com Nova-Healing.com A private practice specializing in pre- and perinatal massage. Certified pregnancy massage therapist, currently obtaining a massage doula certification. Craniosacral therapy, myofascial release, neuromuscular, medical massage, trigger point therapy. See website for specials, online booking.

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Julia Ealy, NCMT 1113 Andrew Johnson Hwy Strawberry Plains, TN. 37871 865-465-7759 Jbug68@ymail.com Website coming soon Therapeutic massage and bodywork for women. Specializing in women’s massage: deep-tissue, hot stone, massage cupping, Swedish and chair massage, as well as Reiki (a form of energy healing) and basic acupressure.

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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 12.

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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 23.

Energy Healing FLEUR DE LUNA

865-309-5862 Fleur-De-Luna.com On Facebook and Twitter @Fleurdeluna3 All people are on a journey to create balance in this place between earth and heavens. Fleur De Luna was created to lift up the voices of healing arts and holistic practitioners/ non-practitioners. See ad, page 31.

ROCK AND PINE HEALING 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.

Feng Shui FENG SHUI DESIGN

Dr. Nancy C. Canestaro 6920 Lark Ln. • Knoxville, TN 37919 865-789-5856 FengShuiLadies.com 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. Look for her 2013 Rhama Center lectures.

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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 17.

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.

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Health & Wellness Centers HEALTH REVOLUTION

Dr. Elise Brown 9217 Park West Blvd Ste 3B Knoxville, TN 37931 865-242-5667 DrEliseBrown.com Our mission is “Big & Rich Health for a Big & Rich Life.” Visit our website to hear from our patients about the great work we are doing; then sign up for our online special!

Pamela Nine, PhD 3113 Gose Cove Ln. • Knoxville, TN 37931 865-531-9086 PamelaNine@msn.com PamelaNine.com

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Theresa Richardson Rhama: The Center of Healing Arts 9237 Middlebrook Pike Knoxville, TN 37931 865-705-2525 Info@TheresaRichardson.com TheresaRichardson.com 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.

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Massage Therapy MASSAGE ENVY

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Dr. Nash is a worldr e c o g n i z e d hypnotherapist. Hypnotherapy is effective for treating chronic pain, smoking cessation, weight loss. Jennie Nash, licensed master social worker, is offering group therapy for issues including chronic pain, depression and fibromyalgia. See ad, page 11.

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Therapeutic massage and bodywork for women. Specializing in women’s massage: deep-tissue, hot stone, Swedish and chair massage, as well as Reiki (a form of energy healing), certified Angel Card Reader, and basic acupressure.

SOUND HEALING CELESTIAL HARMONICS Mebbie Jackson 865-679-9642 Mebane8@mac.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.

Spiritual Centers THE CENTER FOR PEACE 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 18.

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