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

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12 Sneak Attack on Dietary Supplements 14 Lessons from

Southern Italy Culinary Tour Is Delicious

Taste of Doing Life Right

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ever let it be said that we don’t go the extra mile for our readers—or the extra 5,300 miles, for that matter. A few weeks ago, we traveled from our home in Tennessee to “the toe of the boot” of Italy to bring you our cover story, “Lessons from Southern Italy.” Oh, all right. We’d been wanting to go for years, ever since we decided we wanted to learn how to make our own cheese. (We’ve grown and made a lot of our own food for years, and that seemed like the next logical step.) When we stumbled across Pennsylvania-based Caputo Brothers Creamery online and read that it offers guided culinary tours of Southern Italy, we knew the time was right for a trip. Plus we had the July issue of Natural Awakenings coming up—our annual food issue, that is—and it seemed the perfect opportunity to blend work and play. We’d never been to Italy before, but we knew that we’d be seeing food done right. And indeed, everything we ate was fresh, organic, local, handcrafted—culinary qualities that Italians have always appreciated and Americans are rediscovering. We also saw life done right. And here again, the values knit into the fabric of southern Italian culture are just being rediscovered here in the states. Italians’ more relaxed lifestyle, in which simple pleasures are worth far more than money, is reminiscent of the mindfulness movement just gaining traction here. Their local markets, where whole communities regularly come together to shop and visit, are what our farmers’ markets hope to be someday. The care and pride Italian artisans take in their work, whether it’s cheese or wine or sausage, is mirrored in the attitudes of the CSA farmers who proudly feed us with the fruits of their labor. Americans who are tired of the frenzied pace of their lives and the quest for unnecessary things can take a lesson from Southern Italy, where life is a series of beautiful moments. We share some of them with you on pages 14-17. And don’t worry—we didn’t forget about the food. Our cover story includes a recipe for Pasta alla Tropeana, one of our favorite dishes from the trip. Just in time for cookout season, our friend Dudley Evenson contributed one of her go-to glutenfree recipes, Quinoa Sprouted Bean Burgers, on page 24. (Who knew making your own sprouts was so easy?) On page 21, Cathy Scott, chief science officer at Everything Mushrooms here in Knoxville, explains how to whip up a tasty Lion’s Mane Ratatouille. And those of you who love summer produce can make the best of it with one of our many vegan smoothie recipes (see “Conscious Eating,” page 22). Buon appetito!

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newsbriefs Essential Oils Can Transform the Medicine Cabinet

eople who are curious about essential oils but don’t know how to use them—or even where to start—can stop by Hemp Monkeys and talk with owners Amanda Keller and Amber Keirn. “We can help you learn about the power of essential oils and how to use them,” Keller says. “We teach free monthly classes that are really packed with information.” Keller and Keirn are “wellness advocates” for Doterra Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils, having used the oils and experienced their benefits. “These oils have had a major impact on our health, our lives and how we view the current health-care industry,” Keirn says. “We literally have changed our medicine cabinet because of them.” She says they cook and clean with the oils, as well. “It is very empowering to be able to walk past the chemical-laden household cleaners and the pharmaceutical aisles when we shop,” she adds. Keller says getting the most out of essential oils starts with education. “We suggest learning how to use the oils by educating yourself, attending classes and talking with others who are sharing the power of the oils in their daily lives,” she says. “We encourage anyone interested to stop by Hemp Monkeys and talk with us.” Hemp Monkeys is located at 4928 Homberg Dr., Knoxville. For more information about essential oils or the shop’s class schedule, call 865474-1340 or e-mail info@hempmonkeysonline.com. Also see ad, page 19.

In-Home Filtration Best Option for Safe Water

mericans spend millions shopping at organic food stores and farmers’ markets to ensure that their food is safe and healthy, but they often put little thought into the water they drink and cook with. “The quality of food, coffees and teas made with purified water has been proven to be much higher than those made with regular tap water,” says Russell Shelton, president of Southern Energy, Water & Air LLC. Because chlorination is the most cost-effective way to control live bacteria and microorganisms, the legally acceptable levels of chlorine in municipal water have steadily increased. But chlorinated water is not ideal for our bodies, Shelton says. “Would you go out to a swimming pool for a cool glass of refreshing water?” he asks. “Certainly not, but tests are showing that the levels of chlorine in the water coming out of many of our kitchen sinks are actually higher than the recommended amount to sanitize our pools. We should look at tap water the same way we look at a candy bar: the chlorine is the wrapper that keeps the water clean, but it’s our job to take that wrapper off.” Given concerns about the chemicals that leech into water from plastic bottles, he says, our best bet is to filter our water ourselves using reverse osmosis, a water conditioner or a water softener. “Many water treatment dealers offer complimentary in-home consultations,” Shelton says. “They can test the quality of your tap water and provide you with various options for in-home water treatment to fit any need or budget.”

For more information, visit SouthernEWA.com or call 423-800-5902. See ad, page 11.

Unity Transformation Studies Spiritual Economics

n July and August, Unity Transformation will offer a weekly study of Spiritual Economics: The Principles and Process of True Prosperity by Unity author Eric Butterworth. Each Sunday during these months, the lesson by Rev. Lora Beth Gilbreath will address one chapter from the book. “Eric Butterworth reminds us in straightforward, non-theological language that we have the power and the means within us to live abundantly,” Gilbreath says. “This study empowers individuals to work with the flow of life and not be a victim of economic fluctuations.” Among the chapters that will be covered are “How to Reverse Financial Adversity,” “Security in a Changing World” and “The Law of Visualization.” Participants are encouraged to obtain a copy of the book to delve deeper into this transformative study. The book can be purchased through Shop.UnityOnline.org or through a link on the home page of UnityTransformation.org. Unity Transformation, affiliated with Unity Worldwide Ministries, meets every Sunday at 10:55 a.m. at Shanti Yoga Haven, 12 Forest Court, in the Bearden area of Knoxville. 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 24. natural awakenings July 2014

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newsbriefs Maori Healers to Perform, Lead Seminar

ugby fans might know the Haka from the All Blacks, New Zealand’s national rugby team, which performs this Ojasvin Kingi Davis and traditional Maori Iris Waimaania Hausermann Davis dance before its matches. But to the Maori people, the Haka isn’t a pump-up event—it’s a healing art. Now Knoxvillians can experience that healing tradition, as Ojasvin Kingi Davis and his wife, Iris Waimaania Hausermann Davis, are traveling from their native New Zealand to visit Gypsy Hands Healing Arts Center, where they will lead a seminar and perform a ceremonial concert. Ojasvin Davis and his grandmother created the Grandmothers Healing Haka, a transformative dance that is appropriate for everyone—young and old, male and female. “The dance brings the male and female energies back into balance and creates peace within yourself and for Mother Earth,” says Gypsy Hands proprietor Sara Griscom. “It connects you to your roots and your identity.” Ojasvin and Iris Davis will perform a ceremonial-fusion concert at Gypsy Hands August 29 at 6 p.m. (cost TBA), followed by a Healing Haka Intensive Seminar August 30 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Gypsy Hands, with a transit to Riverplains Farm until 9pm for ceremony, and August 31 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m at Gypsy Hands. At the seminar, the Davises will teach the art of Haka. The Saturday session will include catering with snacks by Riverplains Farm Catering and/or a surprise visit by Mr. Cantine food truck and will be then followed by an evening ceremony at Riverplains Farm. The Sunday session will also include catering by Riverplains Farm Catering. The cost of the seminar is $250. September 2-3, the Davises will be offering private healing sessions by appointment for $180. To register or for more information, call Gypsy Hands at 865522-5829. See ad, page 13.

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noxvillians can find local practitioners providing more than 100 holistic therapies and services in CHEO’s 2014 Holistic Health Resource Directory, now available free at several locations in the Knoxville area. Just a few of the many practitioners and services represented in the directory are integrative physicians; doctors of chiropractic; bodyworkers and massage therapists; vibrational therapies (color and light, sound and music); energy modalities (Reiki, Healing Touch, acupuncture); detoxification; nutritional counseling; thermography; and natural products. The directory’s publisher, CHEO of Greater Knoxville Area, is a nonprofit whose purpose is to educate and raise community awareness about holistic, complementary and integrative health practices and to provide a network of practitioners and individuals interested in holistic wellness.. Free copies of the directory are available at CHEO’s monthly educational programs and at the following locations: • The Fresh Pharmacy/East Tennessee Discount Drugs—721 Hwy. 321 N., Lenoir City, TN • The Health Shoppe—8025 Kingston Pk., Knoxville • Sunshine Chiropractic Clinic—404 Northshore Dr., Knoxville • Sunshine Chiropractic Clinic—380 High St., Maryville, TN

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• Clear’s Tai Chi—113 E. Broadway, Maryville, TN • Massage Works—318 Erin Dr. Ste. 5, Knoxville • Feng Shui Design—6920 Lark Ln., Knoxville • Inner Harmony Health Center—2943 Old Chilhowee Rd., Walland, TN For larger quantities, call Rose at 440463-1591. To see CHEO’s online directory and program announcements, visit CHEOKnox.org. See resource guide listing, page 29.

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newsbriefs Healing Self-Esteem Workshop at Rhama Center

omething New Intuitive Counseling, located at the Rhama Center for the Healing Arts in West Knoxville, will present “Healing Self-Esteem,” a half-day workshop, on July 19 at 9:30 a.m. Kimberly L. Barrett, a psychic, medium, healer, educator and Tennessee licensed clinical social worker, will lead the workshop. “Self-esteem affects every area of our lives,” Barrett says. “Many of us suffer from low self-esteem, resulting in a lower quality of life and the feeling of being blocked and unable to move forward.” Low self-esteem has also been linked to depression, anxiety, unhealthy and abusive relationships, self-sabotage, addictions, a loss of “true self” and a loss of purpose in life, she says, adding, “Healthy self-esteem enables us to be assertive, have healthy relationships, have more confidence in our abilities, make mistakes and learn from them, and take positive actions toward our goals and toward our life purpose.” The workshop is designed to help participants understand the concept of self-esteem and teach techniques to increase and heal their self-esteem. “My primary objective is help participants heal into their authentic selves and recognize their true worth,” Barrett says. “With healthier self-esteem, participants will be able to make healthier choices, participate in more positive and loving relationships, and accept and love themselves exactly as they are. As they say in recovery programs, ‘Work it because you’re worth it.’” To register or for more information, contact Kimberly Barrett at 865-321-1177 or kim.somethingnew2@gmail.com, or visit RhamaCenter.com. See resource listing, page 29.

Healing Arts Organization Relocating to Knoxville

he headquarters of the Institute of Spiritual Ministry and Aromatherapy (ISHA) has moved from Arvada, Colorado, to Knoxville, with Margaret Leslie serving as its new president. Since Healing Touch Spiritual Ministry (HTSM) was conceived 18 years ago, it has been in Arvada, overseen by its founder, Linda Smith. In 2005, the Certification in Clinical Aromatherapy Program (CCA) was established, and CCA and HTSM became the two educational paths of ISHA. “Linda felt that her time as head of the ISHA programs needed to come to a close,” Leslie says. “She is now moving in a different direction with her skills. Linda is a gifted author, teacher and visionary, and it has been her dream in developing these programs to bring the art of healing back to Christianity.” Leslie began with the HTSM program in 2003, becoming a practitioner, instructor and then director in 2011. During this time she also completed her studies as a certified clinical aromatherapist. “I’m very honored to be associated with these spirit-driven programs,” she says. “I’m extremely excited about bringing the entire program to Knoxville.” HTSM and CCA classes have been taught in the Knoxville area since 2003. They are Christian-based educational programs that have been taught in churches, hospitals, hospice centers and massage schools, as well as private homes, throughout the United States and in other countries. Although appropriate for anyone, the classes also offer CEUs for massage therapists and nurses. Local instructors are Leslie, who teaches the entire HTSM program, and Kate Petree, who teaches the entire CCA program and three HTSM classes. For more information, visit ISHAHealing.com or call 865-3571541.

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Center for Peace Hosts Sun-Moon Dance Russian Massage he Center for Peace—a holistic, nondenominational Reflects Century of T spiritual center located in Seymour, Tennessee—is Research hosting its annual Sun-Moon Dance from July 18 through

or more than 100 years, Russian medical doctors have studied how the body’s physiology changes with the influence of different massage techniques. Marty Austin And for more than 80 years, this research has been used to treat an array of dysfunctions in thousands of Russian clinics and hospitals, with outstanding results, says Marty Austin, a Knoxville bodyworker who specializes in Russian medical massage. “Russian massage is the only system in the world that is physiologically based,” she says. “Its techniques are based on the beliefs that the body is its best healer, and that massage can teach the body how to help heal itself.” Russian medical massage can address a variety of dysfunctions, she says, including shoulder, tendon and ligament damage; arthritis; bursitis; rotator cuff injuries; cervical whiplash; headaches; thoracic scoliosis; carpal tunnel syndrome; tennis elbow; strains; tears in the Achilles tendon; shin splints; and herniated discs. A nationally certified massage therapist and a member of the American Massage Therapy Association, Austin is certified in various therapeutic modalities including Russian medical massage, craniosacral therapy, manual lymphatic drainage, neuromuscular therapy and infant massage. “My mission is to create intuitive healing and wellness through nurturing touch and communication so that my clients are empowered in their process of integrating body awareness and feelings,” she says. “As a result, they will reduce stress and maintain a more profound sense of health. I often combine several techniques to best address their needs.”

July 21. Dance co-chief Steve Citty says the dance was the vision of Joseph Rael, known as Beautiful Painted Arrow. “Though it may be said that the dance has its roots in Native American teachings, since Joseph is a Native American of the Ute and Tiwa people, it is in the broader American mystical tradition, embracing other cultures as well,” Citty says. “The form is not from traditional native ways, but was one given to Joseph in a vision to bring peace to Mother Earth and facilitate her healing.” The Sun-Moon Dance involves fasting, prayer and movement, says co-chief Nan Citty. “We dance for inspiration, clarity and to break forms,” she says, “and fasting leads to heightened psychic awareness.” The Center for Peace is located at 800 Graves-Delozier Rd., about 45 minutes from downtown Knoxville. For more information (including times, what to bring and how to prepare), call Nan or Steve Citty at 865-300-4424, or visit CenterForPeace.us. See ad, page 22.

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New Triathlon Series Perfect for All Kids

he Kids Triple Crown Challenge, Crown Cleaners’ new triathlon series for children in East Tennessee, will continue through the summer with the Sharks & Seals Kids Tri on July 19 at Springbrook Pool in Alcoa, TN, and the Dragonfly Kids Tri on August 16 at the Knoxville Racquet Club. The first of the three challenges, the Salamander Splash & Dash, was held June 21 at Knoxville’s Westside YMCA. Late registration and check-in for both challenges will start at 7 a.m. Kids aged 7-10 will begin racing at 8:30 a.m., while kids aged 11-15 will begin racing at 9 a.m. Awards will be presented at 10 a.m. Registration costs $70. Don and Janie Holecek Crown Cleaners owner Don Holecek, a former triathlete, says triathlons are perfect for kids of all abilities. “They don’t have to be strong at all three components—swimming, biking and running—in order to do well, because each is just one part of the overall race,” he says. “Plus the Kids Triple Crown Challenge allows relay teams to register, so kids can make it work for what they’re interested in and for their athletic ability.” Series participants receive a 22-ounce water bottle and a T-shirt with the series logo. At each event, racers also will receive race shirts and finisher medals. “We’re trying to create a little bit of specialness, kind of like a badge of honor,” Holecek says. To register for the Kids Triple Crown Challenge, visit RaceDayEvents.net/events. Crown Cleaners has two Knoxville locations: 6300 Kingston Pk. and 9409 Northshore Dr. For more information, visit CrownCleaners.com. See ad, page 21.

Saba Products Provide Health, Financial Benefits

s more people recognize the importance of nutrition, more companies are specializing in nutritional supplementation. But Steven and Kim Back, distributors for Saba, say that company stands apart from the competition because of the science behind its products and because of its grassroots business model. Saba products, made from natural ingredients, are designed to aid in energy and weight management, immune system enhancement, digestive health, men’s and women’s health, muscle and joint health, and personal care. “There are a lot of things that make Saba extraordinary, but when it comes to our products, it’s all about the results and science,” says Kim Back. “Saba has been partnering with some of the best scientists to formulate products based on proven science and cutting-edge research.” Saba distributes its nutritional supplements to millions of consumers around the world. Saba’s exclusive products are made available nationally through its network of 20,000 independent distributors. “Saba is spearheading a grassroots movement to spread the knowledge of health and wellness by using the cost-effective network distribution system to deliver our products and our message,” Back says. “In doing this, more of every dollar is shared with our growing Saba family.” She says she and her husband have made it their mission to help change at least one person’s life daily, whether it is through better health or financial opportunities. “Saba, along with all their wonderful products, will be in our lives forever,” she says. For more information about Saba products or financial opportunities with Saba, contact Steve or Kim Back at 865-257-4999 or 1026skback@gmail.com. See resource guide listing, page 30.

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Sneak Attack on Dietary Supplements According to Scott Tips, president and legal counsel for the National Health Federation (NHF), harmonized global standards are enabling overall reduced vitamin and mineral levels in pill and food form. In February, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposed changes to both the current Nutrition Facts panel on food labels and Supplement Facts panel on dietary supplement labels that prompt concern. “While the food industry, media and general public focus on the proposed format changes, new wording and label design, there’s a danger to our health in the FDA harmonizing our Reference Daily Intake (RDI) of vitamin and mineral levels down to the extremely low levels of the Codex Alimentarius, which our organization has fought against for more than a decade,” advises Tips. Although a few RDIs have been raised, if the proposed rulemaking is adopted, the NHF anticipates that the FDA will work to conform other recommended nutrient values to those of Codex. Support for this projection is based on an October 11, 1995, FDA pronouncement in the Federal Register to harmonize its food laws with those of the rest of the world. The deadline for citizens to submit comments to the FDA ended on June 2, but we can still write to the Division of Dockets Management (HFA-305), Food and Drug Administration, 5360 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061, Rockville, MD 20852. Mention Docket No. FDA-2012-N-1210 and insist that the FDA cease pushing its harmonization agenda. For more information, visit Tinyurl.com/NHFCaseForNutrients.

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Farm Building

Training Programs Attract Young Farmers There’s little doubt that the nation needs more young farmers, because statistics from the U.S. Department of Agriculture show the average American farmer is 58 years old. Hope lies in farm incubators that equip young agrarians with the technical skills and the business savvy needed to compete in the fierce, burgeoning market for locally grown produce. At Kinsman Farm (KinsmanFarm.net), in Cleveland, the Ohio State University Extension gives would-be farmers quarter-acre starter plots and helps them develop business plans. Financial support is available, too. “The city of Cleveland recently received private funds to expand its Gardening for Greenbacks Program,” advises spokesperson Marie Barni. “Our urban farmers can now receive a $5,000 grant to help start their farming microenterprise.” Some city planners have voiced considerable skepticism about whether urban farms are an effective tool for creating jobs and rebuilding economies like Cleveland’s, but advocates point to other farm incubators in North Carolina, Oregon and Rhode Island, as well as in Kansas City, Kansas, Holyoke, Massachusetts, St. Louis, Missouri, and Seattle, Washington. In Chicago, students at the role model Windy City Harvest, coordinated by the Chicago Botanic Garden and the Richard J. Daley City College (ChicagoBotanic.org/ windycityharvest), engage in six months of hands-on horticulture training, and then a three-month paid internship with a farm or food justice organization. Source: Emagazine.com

Food Transparency

Vermont Demands GMO Labeling Vermont Senator David Zuckerman and Representative Carolyn Partridge spearheaded efforts for the state to pass the nation’s first unrestricted mandatory labeling bill for genetically modified organisms (GMO). The state legislature’s collective efforts, lasting more than a decade, led to an unprecedented, game-changing new law signed by Governor Peter Shumlin on April 23. Anticipating the current lawsuit by Monsanto and the Grocery Manufacturers Association, Vermont has set aside $10 million for legal fees. The Organic Manufacturers Association is working to expand funding behind Vermont’s defense because the outcome could affect all 50 states. Unless legally overturned, starting July 1, 2016, products sold in Vermont that contain more than 0.9 percent GMO content contamination will require a statement on the label indicating that genetic engineering was used. Products that contain GMOs and are labeled as such cannot also label their products as “natural”. The bill, however, does not apply to labels for milk, eggs and meat from animals fed GMOs.

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The next day we drive up into the mountains to Spilinga, where we visit a working farm that produces a local delicacy called Nduja (en-doo-ya), a unique spreadable pork sausage. It’s a national holiday, but the facility’s owners open the place just for our tour. They’re obviously proud of their product and know the local source of every ingredient that goes into it. Friends and family grow the peppers that give Nduja its distinctive, spicy flavor. And the farm’s all organic—no herbicides, pesticides or fertilizer, just compost. To cap off a unique day, the Nduja consortium has arranged for a local agriturismo to provide an amazing farmhouse meal: a dozen or more appetizers, two pastas, vegetables, fish and seafood, grilled meats, and desserts, finishing with a wonderful farm-made liqueur called Amaro.

The Intrepid Travelers in Spilinga

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Culinary Tour Is Delicious Taste of Doing Life Right by Melinda and Bob Varboncoeur

or nine days this spring, we took a culinary tour of Calabria, the “toe of the boot” of Italy, led by Dave and Rynn Caputo, husband-and-wife owners of Caputo Brothers Creamery in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania. As organic gardeners and true “foodies,” and with an upcoming issue of Natural Awakenings focused on food, we signed up to learn the culinary culture of this remarkable place. We ended up learning so much more.

job!). Tropea is a town of about 5,000, built on a steep cliff that’s actually part of a reef in the gulf of St. Euphemia. The town’s narrow, cobbled streets are lined with shops and cafés. Garlands of sweet red onions, a local delicacy, hang everywhere. As we explore, we notice that most of the stores, in typical southern Italian style, roll up the sidewalks from one to four each day so its employees can eat and rest, much like we had done the day before.

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The opportunity to arrive in Italy a day before the official tour starts is fortunate, as neither of us slept well on the plane trip. That extra time allows us a peaceful afternoon and evening to nap and eat a wonderful meal. And as we soon find out, it’s a very Italian way to start our trip. Meeting up with the rest of the folks on our tour, we board two passenger vans and head to the seaside town of Tropea with our three guides, Dave, Rynn and Kyle Carter, director of culinary experiences (we want that

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On our last full day in Tropea, we head to the town market, where David and Rynn pick up everything we need for lunch on the hotel terrace. Every town has its own market—some big and some small, depending on the size of the town—and that’s where the community gathers each day. We walk into this two-block market in Tropea and feel like we stepped onto the set of an Italian Cheers. True, not everybody knows our names—or even speaks our language—but everybody we meet makes us feel welcome. A bit of serendipity… we’re all packed to leave Tropea and the credit card machine at the hotel won’t work, so we have to hang around for an extra half-hour or so before it’s fixed. Just as

we’re getting restless, we hear music and voices and realize there’s a parade going right through the middle of town. There are people of all ages, wearing traditional costumes and singing and playing drums and other instruments. We would have missed it completely if we hadn’t been delayed. Suddenly it doesn’t matter that we’re running late. A lesson to take home: Stop. Breathe. It’s not all about the schedule.

Our maneuverings become a spectator sport, with a couple of dozen men gesturing and shouting advice in Italian. An hour later, thanks to folding sideview mirrors, we’re on the road again. We finally arrive at Frantoio Mafrica, an artisan olive oil producer. It’s a family business that now uses a state-of-the-art production facility but also maintains the original building the owner’s grandfather built. We tour the

facility and the family’s olive grove, where they harvest the organically grown black and green olives by laying tarps down and mechanically shaking the trees. They don’t use any olives that fall naturally. “Those make good, sometimes very good olive oil,” the owner tells us, “but they don’t make excellent olive oil. And that’s all I’m willing to produce.” After all, his family name is on the line.

Pasta alla Tropeana by Dave Caputo

his dish, or some variant of it, is served throughout Tropea in Calabria. Many of the ingredients, including the unique Tropean red onion and spicy Nduja sausage, are found only in this area. We have listed approximate substitutes. Serves 4.

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A lesson to take home: Stop. Breathe. It’s not all about the schedule. We learn that lesson again when we leave Tropea for Siracusa on the island of Sicily. Partway up a mountain road we’re turned back by a rockslide, so Dave and Rynn turn the vans around (no easy task) and find an alternate route. We head down increasingly narrower roads and end up in a small town called Nicotera. It’s a rainy Sunday, and the town square is full of people who just left Mass. They stare at our vans, which are obviously not meant for these medieval roads, as Dave and Rynn try to navigate a sharp left and then a sharp right into the narrow alley that will lead us out of the square and back on our way toward Siracusa.

Rynn & Dave cooking

1 lb. pasta (preferably handmade Calabrian fileya or casarecce, or substitute a long penne or similarly shaped pasta) ½ cup diced eggplant ¼ cup Nduja (likely unavailable unless you are in Italy—substitute ½ cup crumbled or ground spicy Italian sausage) 2 Tropean onions, diced (substitute local sweet red or Vidalia onion) 1 cup fresh chopped tomatoes or crushed tomato freshly grated young pecorino cheese (substitute a mix of parmigiano reggiano and pecorino romano) extra-virgin olive oil

Directions Fill a pot with enough water to cook 1 lb. pasta. Salt and bring to a boil. Warm a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add some olive oil, then the onions. As they become translucent, add the sausage (if Nduja, add with the tomato). When the sausage is almost cooked through, add eggplant and cook until it begins to soften. Add tomato (and Nduja, if using) and cook for a few minutes more. Meanwhile, add the pasta to the boiling water and cook until al dente. Add strained pasta to sauté pan and toss with sauce for 1 minute. Salt to taste. Remove from heat, add a small dusting of the grated cheese to your liking, toss and serve. Buon appetito! natural awakenings July 2014

Siracusa, Sicily

Oh, Sicily! Ask pretty much anyone who’s been there—Sicily is a destination you won’t forget. Our trip takes us to Ortigia, a small island that is the historical city center of Siracusa. Our hotel is right around the corner from the Piazza del Duomo. The piazza itself takes our breath away, not to mention the duomo itself, which is the oldest in Europe. We are ready for a break in the eating! No culinary tours today—just exploring the ancient town of Siracusa. Oh, and a wine tasting … and pizza … and gelato. Day six combines two of the most decadent flavor combinations imaginable: chocolate and wine. A stop in Modica to visit Sicily’s oldest chocolatier sets the stage for one of the best days so far. We then drive through the hills to Gulfi Winery, where we’re met at the stone entrance by one of the winery’s owners. He’s young but still farms and makes wine the way his family has done for generations—organically, using indigenous grapevines, non-irrigated cultivation and manual harvesting. He says he wants the land to produce forever, so he treats it with respect (another lesson we Americans could learn!). As we stand on the terrace overlooking his arbor, he points to a neighboring winery. “They don’t produce organically and don’t prune the way we do, and they probably get 30 times what we do off a single vine,” he says. “But the quality of our grape is far better.”

The winery’s owner says he wants the land to produce forever, so he treats it with respect. Before we leave Sicily, we visit one of the best local markets in southern Italy. If the Tropean market took up two blocks, the Catania market must take up 40. There are fresh-caught swordfish and freshly slaughtered sheep ready for butchering, and every kind of produce imaginable. Everything you need for an evening’s meal is here, right down to flowers for the table. Merchants carry fabric, soap, and even pots and pans. It’s obviCatan ia Ma ous why rket there are no big-box stores in Calabria: people don’t need them. While we’re browsing (with Mount Etna rising majestically in the background), Dave and Rynn are filling two large carts in

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preparation for our evening meal. We pile into the vans and drive to Soverato. The hotel restaurant is closed, but we’re allowed to take over the commercial kitchen to cook a special evening feast. Everyone pitches in, and soon we’re enjoying a beautiful blood orangeTropean onion salad, tiny escargot, huge mussels and dozens of other tasty treats—taking full advantage of the best fresh, local food Calabria has to offer.

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Dave and Rynn attended cooking school here in Soverato, and when classes weren’t in session, they explored Italy, visiting every region in the country. When we visit the school ourselves, with its view of the Ionian Sea, we can’t imagine a better “classroom.” The school’s instructor and owner, John (originally from the Bronx, and quite a character), not only teaches us how to make pasta and authentic Italian gelato, but also throws in a few life lessons along the way. Dinner this night is vastly different from most of our feasts. With Calabria’s proximity to the ocean, many of the previous meals focused on fresh seafood. This is different. We begin by driving up— pretty much straight up. Then we walk pretty much straight up, too. Puffing and panting, we arrive at a nondescript restaurant and wonder if it will be worth the trip. Rynn just gives us a smug smile and leads us inside. The hilly terrain is perfect for raising pigs, goats and sheep, and we get a delicious taste of all these meats, along with pickled olives, cheeses and a variety of other vegetables. Truly a memorable meal. Morning finds us at Caseificio Macri, a family-owned business that makes mozzarella-style cheeses. Macri provided the inspiration for Dave and Rynn when they returned to the states to start their own, unique cheese-making business. We’ve had fresh mozzarella before and found it rather uninspired, but this cheese is fabulous—especially the straw-smoked provolone.

Caseificio Macri Our last stop on the tour is the pizzeria of Dave and Rynn’s friend Salvatore. We start early, around 5 p.m., because Friday is a busy night for this restaurant. A tour of Salvatore’s kitchen is amazing: it’s spotless, gleaming. We learn later that once, as a guest chef in an upscale restaurant in Naples, Florida, he shooed out the kitchen staff and spent hours cleaning before he would agree to cook there.

These people do what they love, and then they find a way to make a living doing it. The result is always a superior product. His pizza is unlike anything we’ve ever eaten. So much for pepperoni; this pizza’s topped with octopus! Around 10 p.m., Salvatore asks us if we want dessert. We’re sleepy and full, with an early departure looming in the morning, but of course we say yes. He disappears into the kitchen and emerges forty-five minutes later with a torte he’d made from scratch, right then, just for us. On top is a message: “Goodbye by Paradise.” We think he meant from (he doesn’t speak English). But his message is clear: we’re special—and so is he. That’s the theme everywhere we’ve been—from Gulfi Winery to Frantoio Mafrica to the Nduja producers and the Calabrian markets. People here don’t just go through the motions, the way Americans so often do. They’re vested in their work. For them, it isn’t about cramming as much into the

day as they can. There is a pride in craftsmanship that we don’t often see in the United States—except maybe with our local farmers’ markets and CSAs. These people do what they love, and then they find a way to make a living doing it. The result is always a superior product. That night we pack our bags, carefully wrapping little things that will remind us of southern Italy—a jar of Nduja, a tin of bright-green olive oil, wine—knowing that the most valuable things

we’ll bring home won’t be in our bags; they’ll be in our hearts, minds and memories. Melinda and Bob Varboncoeur are the publishers of Natural Awakenings in Chattanooga and Knoxville, TN.

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Creamery Introduces Authentic Italian Cheeses to States by Kyle Carter

eciding on their honeymoon to quit their Fortune 500 jobs, David and Rynn Caputo moved from the United States to Calabria, Italy, to attend a master’s culinary program in traditional regional Italian cuisine. After traveling across all 20 regions of Italy, they knew they were destined to make their culinary passion their life’s work. Upon returning to the states and recognizing the void of cheeses they had grown to love, the idea for a creamery was born and aptly named after their sons, Giovanni and Matteo—the Caputo Brothers. Caputo Brothers Creamery is the only US producer of cultured/fermented cheese curds that can be stretched into fresh mozzarella (fior di latte), stracciatella, burrata and even aged cheeses like scamorza and provola. The curd is sold frozen, which pauses the fermentation process. Buyers can then thaw the curds when they are ready and stretch them into the freshest, most flavorful cheese possible. This technique allows them to enjoy the cheeses the way they were intended—on the day they are made. Caputo Brothers Creamery, based in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania, has produced handcrafted, authentic Italian cheeses since 2011. Kyle Carter is director of culinary experiences for Caputo Brothers Creamery. For more information about the creamery, call 717-850-6045 or visit CaputoBrothersCreamery.com. natural awakenings July 2014

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Essential Oils for Summer

Healing Fragrances for Bites, Allergies and Sunburn by Kathleen Barnes

A breath of sweet lavender oil can quickly reduce stress. A whiff of lemon oil can energize us.

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ssential oils are not magic or folklore. There is solid science behind them,” says Elizabeth Jones, founder of the College of Botanical Healing Arts, in Santa Cruz, California. Here’s what happens after inhaling

lavender, the most popular of all essential oils: The cilia—microscopic cellular fibers in the nose—transport the aroma to the olfactory bulb at the bottom of the brain, from where it proceeds to the limbic brain and directly affects the nerves, delivering a soothing effect. “Or put it on your skin and other properties of essential oils are absorbed straight into the bloodstream,” advises Jones, author

of Awaken to Healing Fragrance. Thai studies show that a whiff of lavender oil is calming and lowers blood pressure and heart rate, yet there are many more benefits attributed to the art and science of aromatherapy and essential oils. For those struggling with summer maladies, here are several simple solutions essential oils can provide.

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Tea tree oil (melaleuca) is tops, because it contains terpenes that kill staphylococcus and other nasty bacteria and works to prevent infection, according to a meta-analysis from the University of Western Australia. The researchers further suggest that tea tree oil may be used in some cases instead of antibiotics. Oregano and eucalyptus oils are likewise acknowledged for their natural abilities to eliminate infection-causing bacteria, fungi and viruses. “Blend all three for a synergistic effect,” says aromatherapy expert Robert Tisserand (RobertTisserand.com), of Ojai, California. “They sort of leapfrog over each other to penetrate the skin and cell walls.”

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A small amount of undiluted lavender oil will cool sunburn fast, advises Tisserand. Add a few drops to a dollop of cooling aloe vera gel for extra relief and moisture, suggests Jones. Undiluted lavender is also a great remedy for insect bites, says Tisserand. “You can stop the pain of a bee sting in 20 seconds with a few drops.” Chamomile, either the German or Roman variety, helps with rashes, according to Jones, especially when mixed with her summertime favorite, aloe vera gel. She recommends mugwort oil for poison oak or poison ivy, a benefit affirmed by animal research from the Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine’s Herbal Medicine Formulation Research Group.

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During hay fever season, several aromatherapy oils from a diffuser can offer relief, counsels Tisserand. He recommends

Best Carriers Almost all essential oils are so strong that they must be diluted before use to prevent skin irritation. Use coldpressed oils and mix 10 to 15 drops of essential oil per ounce of carrier substance. Some of the best carriers are almond oil, aloe vera gel, apricot oil, cocoa butter, glycerin, jojoba oil and olive oil. eucalyptus, geranium and lavender oils, all of which contain antihistamines. Use them separately or blended. When using a diffuser, it’s not necessary to put the oils into a diluting carrier oil or gel. He notes that a steam tent containing 10 drops of each of the three oils mixed with two cups of boiling water is highly effective.

Sprains, Strains and Joint Pain

Lessen inflammation and the pain from tendon and muscle sprains and strains with rosemary or peppermint, adding a dash of ginger for additional benefit, says Tisserand. He recommends rubbing the oils (diluted in a carrier) directly on the sore spot. Rosemary is particularly effective for bringing blood flow to an injury site, and the menthol in peppermint is a great pain reliever, adds Jones. A Chinese study published in the European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics confirms the pain-relieving and antiinflammatory abilities of peppermint oil. Researchers from Taiwan confirm that ginger is anti-inflammatory and can even reduce intense nerve pain. Jones believes that essential oils have a place in everyone’s medicine chest. “Sometimes I feel like David up against Goliath,” she remarks. “I encourage everyone to use natural healing products from plants instead of pharmaceutical drugs, the side effects of which actually diminish the body’s natural ability to heal.” Kathleen Barnes has authored numerous books on natural health, including Rx from the Garden: 101 Food Cures You Can Easily Grow. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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extract is effective for improving mild age-related cognitive impairment. In the lab, lion’s mane extracts have been shown to enhance nerve growth, and a 2012 study with rats suggested that lion’s mane could promote the regeneration of injured nerves.

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Lion’s Mane Mushrooms Food for the Mind, Body and Soul by Cathy Scott

In fact, lion’s mane actually looks like your brain. Not only is it a large, white-lobed mushroom, but its tiny white teeth resemble the axon nerve structures. The doctrine of signatures is an ancient Greek belief that herbs or vegetables resemble the various body parts they can heal. It’s funny to think that plants might be in the business of giving us health hints! It does make you pause, especially when you come across something that looks so much like a body part—like a roma tomato, which when sliced mirrors the chambers of the heart; kiwi and bananas, which bear resemblance to male sexual organs; and of course plain old kidney beans. Maybe the appearance of the lion’s mane fungus is trying to tell us something? They also sort of look like tumors … It’s too soon to tell if lion’s mane will be useful in treating human cancer, but the research is promising. Preliminary research on human cells revealed that lion’s mane may help neutralize leukemia cells. Another study found that lion’s mane helped reduce the size of malignant colon tumors in mice by increasing the activity of the immune response and inhibiting tumor growth.

ere at Everything Mushrooms, we often get asked the impossible question: “What’s the best mushroom?” That question is difficult to answer, because mushEasy to Grow room flavors, textures and benefits are so varied and unique. Lion’s mane (Hericium erinaceus) and its similar Hericium But if pressed, we say, “Try some lion’s mane mushrooms.” cousins are found wild throughout the United States. They We’ve seen lion’s mane please the most ardent mushusually grow high up on trees, so despite their distinctive room detractor. Many people compare its taste to lobster or appearance, they can be hard to find. Luckily, they are fairly crab, and its slightly chewy texture to calamari. easy to grow at home. (We have kits available at Everything Even better, research suggests that lion’s mane mushMushrooms.) We grow lion’s mane mushrooms in our greenrooms are good for your brain, might be effective in treating house in the warmer months, so visitors cancer, and are a low-calorie source of to the Saturday Market Square Farmers Many people compare its protein, vitamins and minerals. So lion’s mane mushrooms have become a favorite taste to lobster or crab, Market, where we have a booth, can try some fresh. at many tables for their health benefits as It is important to cook lion’s mane and its slightly chewy well as their distinctive, delicious flavor. before ingesting it. Cook it slowly over texture to calamari. low heat, as overcooked lion’s mane can Brain Booster be slightly bitter. While lion’s mane mushRecent studies show lion’s mane mushrooms are good for rooms have been consumed for hundreds of years with very your nerves. In 2010, a small study of menopausal women few reported problems, there have been a few cases of peosuggests that lion’s mane might be useful in treating depresple experiencing asthma and allergy symptoms after taking sion and anxiety. The women who dined on a daily dose lion’s mane supplements. So if you are prone to mushroom of lion’s mane mushrooms were less irritable and anxious allergies, eating lion’s mane is not recommended. and had less difficulty concentrating than the women in the One of our favorite mushroom dishes is Lion’s Mane placebo group. Ratatouille. It’s healthy, delicious and easy to make. See our A growing body of research shows that compounds in recipe to the right—and check out all our mushroom recipes lion’s mane might help with memory loss and other brain on our website, EverythingMushrooms.com. dysfunctions. A recent study in mice revealed that lion’s mane helped protect against memory problems caused by Cathy Scott is chief science officer for Everything Mushrooms, the buildup of amyloid beta, the foundation material of brain located at 1004 Sevier Ave., Knoxville. For more information, plaques that cause Alzheimer’s and other diseases. A small visit EverythingMushrooms.com. See ad, page 9. study of Japanese senior citizens suggested that lion’s mane

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Lion’s Mane Ratatouille

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Ingredients 2-4 squash and/or eggplants several tomatoes (roma or any meaty slicer) ½ lb. lion’s mane mushrooms ½ cup freshly grated parmesan 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 T finely chopped fresh parsley 1 T chopped fresh basil 1 t chopped fresh oregano 1 fresh bay leaf (optional) olive oil

Directions 1. Cut thin slices of squash, eggplant and mushrooms and season with salt and pepper. 2. In a large skillet, heat 1 T olive oil and sauté the squash, eggplant and mushrooms in batches until lightly browned on both sides. 3. Slice tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Allow slices to absorb salt and surrender some of their liquid. 4. Combine garlic, parsley, thyme, oregano and half the parmesan in a small bowl. Discard excess tomato juice and sprinkle herb-garlic mixture over each tomato slice. 5. Spread 1 T olive oil in the bottom of a 10 x 10-inch or equivalent-sized baking dish. 6. Place bay leaf in the center of the dish. Arrange slices of prepared vegetables in rows or concentric circles, alternating between squash, tomatoes, eggplant and lion’s mane. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. 7. Bake at 350º F for 1 hour or until cheese is slightly browned. Remove bay leaf and serve atop bread, pasta, couscous or polenta.

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and stone fruits like peaches and mangoes add antioxidants, fiber, vitamins and minerals. A tablespoon or two of milled flax seeds, hemp or nut butter adds richness to the flavor, while providing omega-3 fatty acids necessary for complete nutrition. For the finale, add a touch of sweetness from fruits, maple syrup, agave nectar or stevia. The best way to mix a smoothie is to start with either a liquid or an ingredient with a thicker consistency, like yogurt, placed in a standard or high-speed performance blender. Next, add the desired fruits or vegetables and flavorings, followed by ice. Start on a slower speed, holding down the lid tightly, before increasing the speed to achieve a velvety texture. If the smoothie is too thin, add more frozen fruit or ice. Freezing the fruits first and then blending them into a smoothie can substitute for ice. Peeling bananas before freezing them makes smoothie-making easier. Freezing the fruits in recipe-size portions also simplifies the process.

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moothies offer big nutrition in a small package. Based on a vegan source of lean protein like coconut milk or yogurt, soy, chia seeds or a vegan protein powder made from dried beans or hemp,

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Smooth-fleshed fruits like mangoes, papayas, bananas, ripe peaches and nectarines blend more easily to a silky finish than do fresh berries. Tender, baby greens such as spinach, kale or chard virtually disappear within a smoothie; if using mature, rather than baby greens, cut out the stems unless the blender is extremely powerful.

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Quinoa Sprouted Bean Burgers (Gluten-Free) by Dudley Evenson, Co-Founder, Soundings of the Planet

his is one of my favorite things to bring to potlucks. The burgers are easy to make and so healthy, with a good combination of grain, protein and veggies. Begin by sprouting beans or seeds (see directions below). If you don’t have time to do the sprouts, you can use any kind of cooked beans. Makes several dozen veggie burgers.

Ingredients 1 cup quinoa 2 cups water finely chopped or minced carrots, zucchini, beets, onions, celery or other veggies sprouted beans or sprouted sunflower seeds (or any kind of beans) herbs, sea salt or Spike for seasoning small amount of tomato sauce (optional) flax flour gluten-free flour

Directions 1. Preheat oven to 400° F. 2. Blend quinoa and water in a sauce pan. Bring to boil, remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 30 minutes. 3. Add finely chopped veggies and sprouted beans or seeds. 4. Stir in quinoa and season to taste. 5. Add a small amount of tomato sauce if desired. 6. Add in flax flour and gluten-free flour until mixture holds together. 7. Form into patties and place on oiled baking sheet. 8. Bake for 10 minutes, turn over patties and bake another 10 minutes. 9. Eat as a stand-alone snack, or eat like a burger with all the toppings— but please, no bread or bun!

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Easy Sprouting Pour ½ cup lentils or mung beans into a jar, cover with water and let sit overnight. The next day, pour off the water using a screen or a strainer. Every day for the next few days, rinse the beans and strain off the water, leaving the jar on its side or upside down if you have an attached screen. In a few short days, you will have wonderful sprouts. Refrigerate after three or four days or they will keep growing! You can do the same with sunflower seeds, black beans or most any seeds. Seeds will take less time to sprout; beans and chickpeas will take longer. Dudley Evenson and her husband, Dean, are sound healing pioneers with more than 80 CDs and DVDs to their credit. Dudley plays harp; does guided affirmations; and teaches workshops and online courses on music, meditation and health. The Evensons’ latest release is Chakra Meditations & Tones. For more information, visit their music site, Soundings.com, and her blog, HealthyLivingDreams.com. This recipe is included in The Non-GMO Cookbook.

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EFT & Energy Therapy Practitioners’ Mastermind Live Call – 4-5:15pm (1st & 3rd Wednesdays). Anne Merkel, PhD, leads physicians, wellness practitioners, therapists and coaches by phone. Monthly series with two live calls, notes and recordings: $76. Registration: is.gd/ PractitionerMastermind. Info: 1-877-262-2276.

Sharks & Seals Kids Tri – 7am registration, 8:30am start (ages 7-10), 9am start (ages 11-15). $70. Springbrook Pool, Alcoa, TN. Sponsored by Crown Cleaners. Registration: RaceDayEvents.net/events.

“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.

“Healing Self-Esteem” – 9:30am. Half-day workshop led by Kimberly L. Barrett, psychic, medium, healer & educator from Something New

SUNDAY, JULY 20 Spiritual Economics: The Grateful Heart – 10:55am. Unity Transformation will focus on Chapter 5, “The Grateful Heart,” from Spiritual Economics by Eric Butterworth. At Shanti Yoga Haven, 12 Forest Court, Knoxville. Info: 865-8095207 or UnityTransformation@gmail.com.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 23 Energy Therapy Support & Training for Health & Wellness Practitioners Live Call – 4-5:15pm (1st & 3rd Wednesdays). Anne Merkel, PhD, leads physicians, coaches, therapists, other

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SATURDAY, JULY 5 Sweat Lodge – 10am. Experience a deeper spiritual awareness through this ancient form of prayer and purification. Bring a towel, change of clothes, food to share. Donations gratefully accepted to cover costs. Center for Peace, Seymour, TN. Info: 865428-3070.

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Delicious Way to a Healthier Life – 12:30-2:30pm. Unity Transformation hosts free vegan lecture and presentation with René Oswald. Shanti Yoga Haven, 12 Forest Court, Knoxville. Info: 865-809-5207.

MONDAY, JULY 7 Fire Ceremony – 6:45 pm. This focused meditation on a ceremonial fire is perfect for introspection, insight, releasing and transmuting what no longer serves you, or simply participating in a ceremony honoring this powerful elemental force. No charge. Center for Peace, Seymour, TN. Info: 865-428-3070 or Katy Koontz, 865-693-9845.

THURSDAY, JULY 10 Astrology Class – 6:45-8:45pm. Please see website for specific class topics. The Oasis Institute, 4928 Homberg Dr., Knoxville. Info: RadiantLightAstrology.com or 865-719-2049.

SUNDAY, JULY 13 Spiritual Economics: If You Can Believe – 10:55am. Unity Transformation will focus on Chapter 4, “If You Can Believe,” from Spiritual Economics by Eric Butterworth. At Shanti Yoga Haven, 12 Forest Court, Knoxville. Info: 865-8095207 or UnityTransformation@gmail.com.

FRIDAY, JULY 18 Sun-Moon Dance at Center for Peace – July1821. Visionary dance involving fasting, prayer and movement, all leading to heightened psychic awareness. Center for Peace, Seymour, TN. Info: Nan and Steve Citty at 865-300-4424 or CFP at 865-428-3070.

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FRIDAY, JULY 25 Female Brain and Hormones – Noon-5pm. At Massageworks, Knoxville. Explore mindbody connections, healing techniques, self-care throughout women’s life phases; recognize yours and clients’. Instructor: Linda McCrea. 5 CEs (NCBTMB). $80 early rate. Registration and info: OneBodyTouchWorks.com or 704.968-2145. Certified Traditional Usui Reiki I & II Class – July 25-26, 11am-4pm (lunch provided). Reiki I & II taught in a two-day intensive for certification as Reiki I and II practitioner. Combination of lecture, discussion and hands-on experience. Manual included. $350 (preregistration deposit $100). Nine Wellness Center, 3113 Gose Cove Lane, Knoxville. Instructor: Pamela Nine, Reiki Master Teacher. Info: 865-531-9086, PamelaNine@msn. com, PamelaNine.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 26

“Supporting Cancer Care with Essential Oils” – 8:30am-4pm. This course explores the healing qualities of certain essential oils helpful for the physical body with a focus on the oncology population. 6 CEUs for nurses & massage therapists. The Avenue, 141 Martinwood Dr., Knoxville. Registration & info: ISHAhealing.com or 865357-1541.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 Dragonfly Kids Tri – 7am registration, 8:30am start (ages 7-10), 9am start (ages 11-15). $70. Knoxville Racquet Club. Sponsored by Crown Cleaners. Registration: RaceDayEvents.net/events.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 29 Events with Maori healers Ojasvin Kungi Davis & Iris Hausermann Davis – Aug. 29-Sept. 3. Ceremonial-fusion concert Aug. 29 at 6pm; Haka seminar Aug. 30 (9:30am-9pm) & Aug. 31 (10am5pm), $250; private healing sessions Sept. 2-3, $180/session. Gypsy Hands Healing Arts Center, 707 N. Central St., Knoxville. Info: 865-522-5829, GypsyHands.com.

“Essential Oils for Healthy Living” – 8:30am4pm. Build a foundation for using essential oils for general emotional and physical concerns along with practical applications and safety data. 6 CEUs for nurses & massage therapists. The Avenue, 141 Martinwood Dr., Knoxville. Registration & info: ISHAhealing.com or 865-357-1541.

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Exploring Subtle Movement – July26-27, 9am6pm. At Massageworks, Knoxville. Observe, follow, support clients’ subtle self-corrections. Access physical, energetic, emotional levels. Instructor: Linda McCrea.16 CEs (NCBTMB). $260 early rate. Registration & info: OneBodyTouchWorks.com or 704.968-2145.

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SUNDAY, JULY 27 Spiritual Economics: Work and the Success Syndrome – 10:55am. Unity Transformation will focus on Chapter 6, “Work and the Success Syndrome,” from Spiritual Economics by Eric Butterworth. At Shanti Yoga Haven, 12 Forest Court, Knoxville. Info: 865-809-5207 or UnityTransformation@gmail.com.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 30

The Meridian Connection – In Knoxville. Learn the practical applications of acupuncture concepts in massage therapy. $125 for early registration. Worth 7 CE hours for LMTs. Info: PolarityHealthcare.com or 330-701-8780.

Introduction to Craniosacral Therapy – Sept. 1314. In Knoxville. Sample the Upledger approach and learn practical techniques you can use immediately. $250 for early registration. 12 CE hours for LMTs, OTs and nurses. Info: PolarityHealthcare.com or 330-701-8780.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 Advanced intensive medical intuition training course – Sept. 20-21. Mona Lisa Schulz, PhD, explains how to use intuition to deal with difficult health problems. $499. Gypsy Hands Healing Arts Center, 707 N. Central St., Knoxville. Info: 865522-5829, GypsyHands.com.

Free Personal Growth Live Call – 4-5:15pm. With Anne Merkel, PhD. Use meridian-based energy therapies, including EFT tapping plus more, to create a summer full of opportunities, advancement and fun. For new and experienced practitioners. Notes and past recordings when you register at is.gd/TAPBonus.

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Unity Transformation – 10:55 a.m. at Shanti Yoga Haven, 12 Forest Ct., Knoxville, with Rev. Lora Beth Gilbreath. Join us each Sunday for music, meditation, Unity teachings and fresh perspectives on current spirituality. Info: UnityTransformation.org.

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.

Unity of Knoxville – 11am. A spirit-led community exploring all spiritual paths. 141 N. Martinwood Dr., Knoxville. Info: UnityChurchOfKnoxville.org.

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.

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.

monday 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.

tuesday 8 Move Tai Chi – 11am-noon. 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. $25 for six weeks. Info: Richard Clear or Ben Sterling, 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. 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

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.

thursday 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. 8 Move Tai Chi – 11am-noon. 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. $25 for six weeks. Info: Richard Clear or Ben Sterling, 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.

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.

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, TheresaRichardson.com.

weekly Intuitive Counseling Sessions with Pamela Nine – Receive relationship, life-lesson, career and life-purpose 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.

monthly 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. 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

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. “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.

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Addiction Recovery/ Therapy EXODUS RECOVERY CENTER, PLLC David Newman, MD 4200 Martin Mill Pk. Knoxville, TN 37920 865-240-4288 ExodusRecoveryTN.com

Addicted to pain pills or other opioids? Help is here! Suboxone is a proven medication that can help you safely leave addiction behind. We have a loving, caring staff that will treat you with respect. Don’t wait!

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

BIO-IDENTICAL HORMONE THERAPY BALANCED SOLUTIONS

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BIRTH CENTER LISA ROSS BIRTH & WOMEN’S CENTER 1925 Ailor Ave. • Knoxville, TN 865-524-4422 LisaRossCenter.org

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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 9.

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 19.

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 2.

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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.

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 19.

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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.

Energy Therapy ANNE MERKEL, PhD

Energy Psychology/Naturopathy 706-374-6460 877-262-2276 ArielaGroup.com MyEFTCoach.com 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.

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 Rhama Center lectures.

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9409 Northshore Dr. • Knoxville, TN 37922 865-539-6040 6300 Kingston Pk. • Knoxville, TN 37919 865-584-7464 CrownCleaners.com 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 21.

Health Foods & Nutrition EVERYTHING MUSHROOMS

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 9.

Holistic Health Care CHEO of GREATER KNOXVILLE AREA Complementary Health Education Organization PO Box 22511 • Knoxville, TN 37933 423-884-6031 CheoKnox.org

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.

READINGS AND REIKI

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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Kimberly L. Barrett, LCSW-C Rhama: The Center of Healing Arts 9237 Middlebrook Pike Knoxville, TN 37931 865-321-1177 kim.somethingnew2@gmail.com

Sara Xochitl Griscom 707 N. Central St. Knoxville, TN 37917 865-522-5829 Info@GypsyHands.com GypsyHands.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, craftworks. See ad, page 13.

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.

Intuitive counselor, medium, healer, educator, LCSW with 10+ years’ experience. Intuitive & mindfulness-based therapeutic counseling, mediumship, energy healing, life coaching. Providing guidance to illuminate the pathway toward becoming the person you are meant to be.

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Cherokee Plaza 5508 Kingston Pk. #160 • Knoxville TN 37919 865-330-2322 Turkey Creek 11669 Parkside Dr. • Farragut TN 37934 865-218-3689

Massage Envy o f f e r s professional mas s ag e services at an affordable price with convenient hours, seven days a week. Special introductory offer: one-hour massage session (50 minutes hands-on) for only $39. See ad, page 8.

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 16.

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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 25.

Stephen Anthony, Executive Director 4928 Homberg Dr. Ste. A-4 Knoxville, TN 37919-5100 865-588-7707 OasisInstitute@OasisInstitute.org OasisInstitute.org

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.

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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 24.

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