Pocono, PA Warren Co. NJ October 2013

HEALTHY LIVING HEALTHY PLANET feel good live simply laugh more

FREE

ANCESTRAL DIETS A Lighter Shade of

PALEO

Putting the Brakes On

CLIMATE CHANGE

We Still Have Time

CREATING TIME To Transform Anxiety and Reclaim Your Life

October 2013 | Pocono, PA - Warren Co., NJ Edition | NaturalAwakeningsMag.com natural awakenings

October 2013

1

2

Pocono, PA / Warren Co., NJ

www.healthylehighvalley.com

contents

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.

14 5 newsbriefs 12 healthbriefs 16 globalbriefs

19 ALL THE TIME

16 ecotip

Transforming Anxiety into Artistry

16 18 inspiration 24 healingways 25 wisewords

28

28 consciouseating

30 healthykids 33 resourceguide 36 calendars 38 classifieds

advertising & submissions how to advertise To advertise with Natural Awakenings or request a media kit, please contact us at 610-421-4443 or email LVPublisher@NaturalAwakeningsMag.com.

Deadline for ads: the 15th of the month.

Editorial submissions Email articles, news items and ideas to: LVPublisher@NaturalAwakeningsMag.com.

Deadline for editorial: the 15th of the month. calendar submissions Email Calendar Events to: LVPublisher@NaturalAwakeningsMag.com.

Deadline for calendar: the 15th of the month. regional markets Advertise your products or services in multiple markets!

Natural Awakenings Publishing Corp. is a growing franchised family of locally owned magazines serving communities since 1994. To place your ad in other markets call 239-449-8309. For franchising opportunities call 239-530-1377 or visit NaturalAwakeningsMag.com.

NaturalAwakeningsMag.com

IN THE WORLD

by Marney K. Makridakis

20 EASING EARTH’S RISING FEVER

The Right Steps Now Can Avert the Worst of It

by Christine MacDonald

19 20

24 THE POWER OF ONE

Julia Butterfly Hill Asks,

‘What’s Your Tree?’

by Judith Fertig

26 SHOP WITH THE

PLANET IN MIND

Daily Choices Help

Counter Climate Change

by Christine MacDonald

28 ANCESTRAL DIETS

A Lighter Shade of Paleo

by Sayer Ji and Tania Melkonian

30 STARRY-EYED KIDS

26

Clear Skies, Cool Nights Open Vast Vistas

by Randy Kambic

32 pH Phooey

30

by Dian Freeman, M.A.Certified in Clinical Nutrition

natural awakenings

October 2013

3

letterfrompublisher Having spent countless hours hiking trails in the lushness of Pennsylvania’s Blue Mountain and stark beauty of West Texas’s Chisos Mountains, communing with pristine nature has always been vital to me. One of my greatest pleasures is to sit quietly near a pinnacle and gaze out over the lowlands, reflecting on the grandeur of the landscape.

A mountain peak can be a highly rewarding place to arrive, based on the effort to get there. But perceiving the scope of one’s self in relation to it is a more subtle, humbling experience; it tends to put life in perspective. I treasure my hikes into the wilderness and hope that my son and his descendants have similar opportunities. We trust that there is still a bit of time for conscious people everywhere to rally to “Ease Earth’s Rising Fever,” as environmental writer Christine MacDonald’s expert sources point out on page 32.

I am inspired by the wise words of Julia Butterfly (page 30) and the stand that she took by camping in a tree for more than two years to save a 1,000 year old redwood tree and the surrounding forest. Being called a tree hugger or Chicken Little waiting for the sky to fall used to bother me, but it pales compared with the commitment required by leaders of the environmental movement to protect us all. Every day these brave souls are proven correct and I’m honored to stand in support.

There is no place like home. Earth is still the only place we know of that offers the potential for us to survive as a species. Our intimate interconnectedness means that whatever we do to our environment, we do to ourselves.

We must all be the change we want to see if we are to succeed: Consume less, use completely, repurpose, recycle, compost, avoid chemicals, combine trips, carpool, ride a bike, walk, buy local, turn off the TV, advocate environmental causes and spend time in nature. All of our little conservation actions will add up to a huge difference for the polar bear and countless other species that are running out of options. Never let critics with hidden agendas dissuade you from cherishing, caring for and defending our home planet.

contact us Publisher Reid Boyer Local Editor Beth Davis Local Writer Beth Davis - Linda Sechrist Assistant Editors S. Alison Chabonais Design & Production Patrick Floresca Ad Production Marci Molina www.MarciMolinaDesigns.com Advertising Sales Reid Boyer LVsales@naturalawakeningsmag.com To contact Natural Awakenings Lehigh Valley Edition: PO Box 421 Emmaus, PA 18049 Phone: 610-421-4443 Fax: 610-421-4445

Green living is healthy living for all,

LVpublisher@naturalawakeningsmag.com www.HealthyLehighValley.com

Reid Boyer, Publisher

© 2013 by Natural Awakenings. All rights reserved.

Although some parts of this publication may be reproduced and reprinted, we require that prior permission be obtained in writing.

Natural Awakenings is a free publication distributed locally and is supported by our advertisers. It is available in selected stores, health and education centers, healing centers, public libraries and wherever free publications are generally seen. Please call for a location near you or if you would like copies placed at your business.

We do not necessarily endorse the views expressed in the articles and advertisements, nor are we responsible for the products and services advertised. We welcome your ideas, articles and feedback.

SUBSCRIPTIONS Subscriptions are available for $36 (for 12 issues).

Please call 610-421-4443 with credit card information or mail a check made out to Natural Awakenings – Lehigh Valley, to the above address.

Natural Awakenings is printed on recycled newsprint with soy based ink.

4

Pocono, PA / Warren Co., NJ

www.healthylehighvalley.com

newbriefs New Pocono Venue for Workshops and Events

T

he Victorian Connection is taking reservations for groups looking for a unique and tranquil setting for upcoming events. The periodfurnished Victorian home is available for business meetings, workshops, private parties, social meetings, training seminars, product demonstrations and other special events.

Accommodating groups of up to 30 with an elegant living room and parlor, baby grand piano and formal dining room, The Victorian Connection boasts comfortable rooms and amenities that can be packaged to suit specific needs.

Located in White Haven, Pennsylvania, off Interstate 80 and 476 exits, close to the Lehigh Gorge and Hickory Run state parks, eateries and activities like hiking, biking, rafting, golfing and skiing are nearby.

For more information, call 570-443-7777 or visit TheVictorianConnection.com. For rental availability, contact or Stay@ TheVictorianConnecition.com.

Reiki I Workshop and Unique Diagnostic Tools Dr. Anthony V. Wojnar, DD, RMT, OBT, is offering a Reiki 1, Certification Program on Saturday, October 26 from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Mountaintop, PA. Highlights include the history of Reiki, Japanese Reiki Techniques, Reiki 1 Initiation, handson practice time a 179 page manual. CEUs will be granted for Massage Therapists.

Wojnar is also offering a unique personal frequency analysis that uses a measurement system to assign numerical values to the vibration of each of the characteristics of spiritual frequency, soul frequency and physical frequency. He uses that information to provide clients with a plan for increasing his or her frequencies, if so desired. Follow-up sessions can be scheduled to monitor progress over time. The analysis works equally well in person or at a distance using a photograph.

For more details contact Anthony V. Wojnar at Life Holistic Center, 570-868-6635, ReikiCenterOnline@yahoo.com or visit LifeHolisticReiki.com. See ad page 35.

Taking Reservations Now!

the victorian connection Add a unique touch to your business or personal event at our Victorian home in the Poconos • • • • • • •

Workshops Seminars Meetings Presentations Demonstrations Private Parties Art Displays

w w w . T h eVic t o rian Co n n e c t io n .c o m Located in White Haven, PA

|

Call for availability! (570) 443-7777 natural awakenings

October 2013

5

newbriefs Learn to be a Certified Nutritionist

D

ian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown, New Jersey is offering a 12-week holistic nutritional healing course beginning in late October and meeting twice per month on Sundays or Thursdays. The program covers the combined use of modern supplements, herbs, homeopatics, vibrational energy, food, color, essential oils and other traditional healing methods.

Graduates will be certified as a Holistic Health Counselor (HHC) from the National Wholistic Wellness Association.

The course also covers the required books needed to take the American Association of Nutritional Consultants Exam as well as Applied Kinesiology (muscle testing), supplement and food protocols, how to conduct a consultation and run a business, conditions that cause health problems and eight lectures on body systems and health conditions that can be used by students to build their own practice. Past students include psychotherapists, chiropractors, medical doctors, nurses, dental hygienists, massage therapists, physical trainers, yoga instructors, moms, dads, retirees, and college students in addition to aspiring nutritional counselors.

To reserve a spot in a free sample class or to submit an application for the course, call 973-267-4816 or visit WellnessSimplified.com. See ad page 13.

Alternative Solution for Diabetic Neuropathy

N

europathy sufferers experience burning, tingling, numbness in the feet, and Twin Rivers Podiatry, in Easton, is offering a unique way to relieve foot pain and improve circulation without drugs or surgery with the Medicare-approved Microvas II Pain Management System, a non-invasive treatment that elevates blood flow and tissue oxygenation.

If diabetic foot pain or circulation problems have not responded well to medications or other procedures, Dr. Robert J. Kaplan can demonstrate how electrical stimulation relieves the discomfort associated with peripheral neuropathy. Microvas II Pain Management can help relieve pain associated with diabetes, arthritis, vascular issues, sports injuries and wound healing, and restore sensation to get people moving again.

Serving Eastern Pennsylvania, Twin Rivers Podiatry offers reserved, handicap-accessible, off-street parking and new patients are welcome.

Location: 1901 Hay Terrace, Easton, PA. For more information and appointments, call 610-253-2251 or visit TwinRiversPodiatry-Easton.com. Same day appointments are available.

8

Pocono, PA / Warren Co., NJ

www.healthylehighvalley.com

Regenerate Hair Growth Using Plasma Therapy

T

he Lehigh Valley Institute of Regenerative Medicine, in Easton, is now offering Pure Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy, a new, all-natural procedure used to regenerate hair growth.

New research shows that introducing a concentration of growth factors and white blood cells stimulates the growth of hair follicles. This reverses the hair miniaturization commonly seen in androgenetic alopecia (pattern baldness).

The growth factors in Pure PRP concentrate stimulate new blood vessels to grow for the hair follicles, which promotes the production of hair follicles and even thickens the hair shafts. Because Pure PRP is produced from the patient’s own blood, there is no risk of an allergic reaction and infection is extremely rare.

After a hair analysis, a small amount of blood is taken from the patient, the scalp is cleaned and numbed with a local anesthetic and calcium-activated Pure PRP is injected and applied topically. A derma-roller creates microscopic channels that allow the Pure PRP to penetrate deep into the scalp.

Location: 1004 Van Buren Rd. For more information of a free consultation, call 610-438-4460 or visit LehighValleyInstituteofRegenerativeMedicine.com. See ad on back cover.

Wellness Expo in Scranton

T

he GreenRidge Wellness Holistic & Spiritual Exposition will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., November 9 and 10, in Scranton, with the intent to educate the community and create a local network of holistic and spiritual wellness options for a sustainable, healthy life.

The keynote speaker is Christine Alexandria, of Angel Chatter. The Expo sponsor is BasicEarth Essentials™, a holistic all-natural aromatherapy company dedicated to enhancing wellness.

Topics of interest include chiropractic, massage, reiki, supplements, weight loss programs, essential oils and others. Attendees can learn about natural ways to improve their mind, body and spirit. More than 20 vendors dedicated to providing holistic products and services will be on hand.

Admission is $2. Location: Clarion Hotel, 300 Meadow Ave. For more information or vendor inquiries, call Kristin Martelli at 570507-9494 or Stephen Jarvis at 717-932-6899. See ad page 21. natural awakenings

October 2013

9

pikecounty newsbriefs

coverartist

Breathless Beauty Uses a Handcrafted Touch

B

reathless Beauty Organic, Vegan and Natural Market is the independently owned and family operated home of only the finest quality handcrafted natural skin-loving products for the body, bath and mind. Located at the Apple Valley Shoppes, in Milford, Pennsylvania.

Owners Dawn Marie and Nicholas Dillon say, “We are committed to your health and wellness from head to toe—inside and out! We care about what we put into our bodies, and we care about what you use on your skin.” She fuses her heavenly creations with all-natural ingredients and exciting additions such as strawberry seeds, coffee beans, black walnuts and herbal drizzles.

“Sweetness,” her winning signature scent, is an expression of the love and passionate attention to detail that goes into the handcrafting of Breathless Beauty products.

Autumn Walk

by Michael Wicksted Amazing pen and ink drawings by a beloved grandfather first inspired Michael Wicksted as a child, and he concentrated his own early art endeavors in this medium. Educated in psychology at the University of California, Los Angeles, and in fine art at the Art Center College of Design, in Pasadena, circumstances led Wicksted to a different career path before he recently rekindled his commitment to his art.

Wicksted’s focus has since expanded to include bold and colorful landscapes and portraits. Today, his brushwork often incorporates a modified pointillism style, drawn from his earlier pen and ink work, using pure, bright colors and achieving tonal variations and shading through the proximity of the color points. “My goal is to grab the eye and draw the viewer into the scene by interpreting subject matter with fresh techniques,” Wicksted advises.

Of Autumn Walk, he says, “This path through the autumn woods makes me reflect on the many directions our path in life can take us. We can’t see the end of the journey, but exploring is often the best part of life.”

View the artist’s portfolio at FineArt America.com/profiles/michael- wicksted.html.

10 Pocono, PA / Warren Co., NJ

Location: 108 Rte. 6, Bldg. 2, Milford, PA. For more information, call 570-296-2849, email BreathlessBeauty@me.com or visit BreathlessBeauty.org.

Workshop on Exploring Your Inner Self

L

earn About Yourself—Your True Source, with Maleine Gargurevich in a workshop from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., October 13, in Milford, Pennsylvania. The workshop uses wisdom from various traditions to help clear emotional baggage and stagnation and prepares participants to transform their lives into a more positive and fulfilling existence.

“We are much more than our physical body,” states Gargurevich. “We walk in it, but there is so much more to us than that. We are spiritual beings with subtle energy surrounding us. When we learn to work with our personal energy and leave behind things that no longer serve us, we become empowered to reach our true potential. We teach easy ways to tap into those subtle energies which allow us to live a life of freedom and liberation.

Cost is $125, including an organic healthy meal. For more information, directions and registration, call 631-848-6062 or email maleineg@yahoo.com.

www.healthylehighvalley.com

newbriefs Join a TerraCycle Brigade

L

ocal Holistic Mom, Cas Schoeller seeks to coordinate recycling brigades in Eastern Pennsylvania and Western New Jersey using TerraCycle, a highly-awarded, New Jersey based upcycling and recycling company. TerraCycle collects difficult-to-recycle packaging and products and repurposes the material into affordable, innovative products.

Over 40 types of waste can be collected and redeemed for credits which can then be redeemed for charitable gifts or cash for non-profit organizations. The previously non-recyclable, or difficult-to-recycle, waste is then shipped for free to TerraCycle and converted into new products, ranging from recycled park benches to upcycled backpacks. Acceptable materials range from food packaging (like drink pouches and candy wrappers) to office supplies (like pens and tape dispensers) to personal products (like cosmetic, beauty and diaper packaging).

Schoeller seeks to coordinate a local brigade that keeps trash out of landfills and provide materials and funds to a local mutually agreeable non-profit organization.

Interested organizations such as schools, churches, scout troops or businesses can email funandfancyfaces@gmail.com to help create a local brigade.

A Holistic Evening Expo at Rutherfurd Hall Friday October 11 • 6:30–10pm Featuring U.K.’s renowned healer Sandra Marie Humby.

Refreshments - Artwork - Vendors - Demos - Lectures

Vendors will abound with delectable choices of Jewels and Scents, Rose mats, Oils, Feng Shui cures, Buddha gardens, stones and more.

Rutherfurd Hall 1686 Route 517, Allamuchy, NJ

Gratuity $5

HolisticEvening.com • 908 797-5225 • Renae@designharmony.com natural awakenings

October 2013

11

healthbriefs

October is National Spinal Health Month

A healthy spine is more than the basis of good posture—it is a harbinger of sound emotional and physical health, according to practitioners of holistic chiropractic care.

Those seeking relief from back pain and other common spine-related conditions might do well to exchange pain-masking drugs for more lasting relief from professional adjustments.

All chiropractic can be considered alternative medicine, because practitioners do not prescribe drugs or surgery. Instead, these doctors rely on manual therapies such as spinal manipulation to improve function and provide pain relief for conditions ranging from simple sprains and strains to herniated discs and sciatica.

12

Pocono, PA / Warren Co., NJ

Yet, holistic chiropractors go beyond treatment of structural problems, like a misaligned spine, to address root causes.

Michael Roth, a Ventura, California, chiropractor who has been practicing holistic methods for nearly 20 years, points out that, “Basic spinal manipulation does not address the mind-body connection. A holistic chiropractor recognizes that symptoms are the body’s way of adapting to some environmental stressor. If the spine is adapting to a stressor, that’s not the cause of the problem, simply the effect.”

Holistic chiropractors typically can suggest complementary measures such as massage, yoga, naturopathy or physical therapy for a more integrated and comprehensive treatment approach. Beyond adjusting the spine, they may also prescribe adjustments to diet, exercise and other lifestyle elements, depending on their understanding of an individual’s optimum path to wellness.

Before placing one’s care in someone else’s hands, ask for credentials and seek out reviews from former patients.

Good health—and a happy spine—begin with an educated and empowered patient.

ChiroHealthy.com includes a database of licensed chiropractors, searchable by zip code.

www.healthylehighvalley.com

Cavities are Contagious

C

an a kiss lead to a cavity? Yes, says Middleton, Wisconsin, Dentist Chris Kammer, president of The American Academy of Oral Systemic Health. He contends that cavities can be caused by bacteria that are passed from one person to another, just like a cold or the flu.

“We aren’t born with tooth decay-causing bacteria,” says Kammer. “At some point, it is Box 421 Emmaus, PA 18049 • P: 610-421-4443 • F: 610-421-4445 LVEditor@NaturalAwakeningsMag.com • www.NaturalAwakeningsMag.com introduced to us from an external source, usually a family member,” through sharing food Ad Proof for Natural Awakenings utensils, licking pacifiers, kissing and more. “Then it takes up residence in our mouths, where it is fed by sugars, which To: P: 610-421-4443 cause the bacteria to produce acid.”

Email: F: 610-421-4445

Cavity-causing bacteria can be transmitted by sharing food, by drinking out of the same glass and by toothbrushes that make contact with the bathroom counter. If bacteria is Please sign your proof and complete the following information: not removed from teeth (existing in a protective biofilm called (Ad is shown at actual size. See second page for larger ads.) plaque), the acid byproduct is able to directly reach and soften tooth surfaces, creating the holes called cavities.

Ad is approved: contact information and spelling is correct

Easy solutions to the problem start with good oral hygiene Ad is approved with changes indicated for both parents and kids and proper brushing from a very young age, starting with finger brushing as soon as the first Ad is not approved – make changes indicated tooth erupts. Kammer advises making it fun and thus habitforming when kids become old enough to do it themselves; one new interactive toothbrush times kids to ensure they brush the dentist-recommended two minutes.

Mercury RAISES Risk of Diabetes AND Heart Attacks

E

xposure to mercury in young adulthood can trigger serious health issues later in life, according to two recent studies. New Indiana University research confirmed a link between mercury exposure and diabetes in young adults ages 20 to 32 at the beginning of the study in 1987, and was periodically reassessed six times through 2005. Those with high mercury levels at the beginning of the study were 65 percent more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes as they aged.

Also, Swedish researchers report that high mercury levels from eating contaminated fish leads to a higher risk for heart attacks in men. However, eating clean coldwater fish high in healthy omega-3 fatty acids, like salmon, countered the increased risk from the mercury exposure, according to conclusions published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. natural awakenings

October 2013

13

healthbriefs

Acupuncture’s Growing Acceptance

O

ne in 10 American adults has received acupuncture at least once and nearly half of them say they are “extremely” or “very” satisfied with their treatment, according to a survey sponsored by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.

Sixty percent of survey respondents readily accepted the idea of acupuncture as a treatment option, and 20 percent have used other forms of Oriental medicine, including herbs and Chinese bodywork.

Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Day is observed on Oct. 24. For more information, visit aomday.org.

More Plastics, More Obese Kids

A

causal link between the worldwide epidemic of childhood obesity and phthalates commonly used in soft plastics, packaging and many personal care products is becoming more evident. A Korean study from Sanggye Paik Hospital at the Inje University College of Medicine, in Seoul, shows that the risk of childhood obesity increases with the level of DEHP (di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate) in the bloodstream.

The study indicates that phthalates may change gene expression associated with fat metabolism. DEHP in particular is a suspected endocrine disruptor, or hormone-altering agent. Children with the highest DEHP levels were nearly five times more likely of being obese than children with the lowest levels. The scientists studied 204 children ages 6 to 13, of whom 105 were obese.

A chemical commonly used to soften plastics, DEHP is found in some children’s toys, as well as myriad household items. Phthalates can be found in pacifiers, plastic food packaging, medical equipment and building materials like vinyl flooring. Personal care products such as soap, shampoo and nail polish may also contain phthalates.

Dulse Seaweed a Heart Health Powerhouse

D

ulse (palmaria palmata), a protein-rich red seaweed, could become a new protein source to compete with current protein crops like soybeans, according to scientists at Ireland’s Teagasc Food Research Centre. Dulse harvested from October to January usually has the highest protein content.

This functional food also contributes levels of essential amino acids such as leucine, valine and methionine, similar to those contained in legumes like peas or beans. It may even help protect against cardiovascular disease. The Agriculture and Food Development Authority reports that for the first time, researchers have identified a renin-inhibitory peptide in dulse that helps to reduce high blood pressure, like ACE-1 inhibitors commonly used in drug therapy.

14

Pocono, PA / Warren Co., NJ

www.healthylehighvalley.com

Grapes Grapple with Metabolic Syndrome

I

t’s high season for grapes, and consuming any variety of this sweet fruit—red, green or black— may help protect against organ damage associated with the progression of metabolic syndrome, according to new research presented at the 2013 Experimental Biology Conference, in Boston.

Natural components in grapes, known as polyphenols, are thought to be responsible for this benefit.

Metabolic syndrome comprises a cluster of conditions—increased blood pressure, high blood sugar level, excess body fat around the waist and abnormal cholesterol levels—that occur together, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes.

Working with lab animals, researchers found that three months of a grape-enriched diet significantly reduced inflammatory markers throughout the body, most significantly in the liver and abdominal fat tissue. The diet also reduced the fat weight of the animals’ liver, kidneys and abdomen compared with those that were on a control diet. The grape intake also increased markers of antioxidant defense, particularly in the liver and kidneys.

“Our study suggests that a grapeenriched diet may play a critical role in protecting against metabolic syndrome and the toll it takes on the body and its organs,” says lead investigator E. Mitchell Seymour, Ph.D., of the University of Michigan Health System. “Both inflammation and oxidative stress play a role in cardiovascular disease progression and organ dysfunction in Type 2 diabetes.”

ADVERTORIAL

Natural Iodine Supplementation A Must for Most Americans

W

e all need iodine, yet most of us don’t get enough of it through our diet. A study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that iodine deficiency in the developed world has increased fourfold in the past 40 years and now affects nearly three-quarters of all adults.

Numerous U.S. practicing physicians quoted widely in the media estimate that the incidence of hypothyroidism in our adult population may be between 30 and 70 percent.

Thus, we can’t efficiently produce the thyroid hormones that serve as chemical messengers triggering nearly every bodily function. The presence or absence of iodine affects our every cell.

Natural Awakenings Detoxifed Iodine is 100 percent natural, raw iodine in an ethyl alcohol solution. We thank all those that are benefiting from this product and enthusiastically telling us their great results.  Available only at NAWebstore.com  My wife, who suffered from extreme fatigue and other symptoms, saw a dramatic increase in energy after just a few days of taking the natural iodine drops. Now if she misses a day, she’ll end up falling asleep in the middle of the afternoon, like she used to do before taking the iodine. It works! ~ Aaron My doctor told me that I had a hypothyroid condition, prescribed medication and was happy with the follow-up test results, yet I noticed no positive effects on my overall wellbeing. Within two weeks of using the Natural Awakenings Detoxified Iodine, I had more energy, felt more awake and enjoyed clearer thinking and greater peace of mind. People even comment that I look younger. I am a fan! ~ Larry

Be Aware of Hypothyroidism Symptoms Low thyroid function, or hypothyroidism, is the most recognized and obvious indicator of low iodine intake because the thyroid gland contains more concentrated iodine than other organs.

Symptoms can range from extreme fatigue and weight gain to depression, carpal tunnel syndrome, high blood pressure, fibrocystic breasts and a variety of skin and hair problems.

Hypothyroidism can further cause infertility, joint pain, heart disease and stroke. Low iodine levels also have been associated with breast and thyroid cancers. In children, insufficient iodine has been strongly linked with mental retardation,

deafness, attention deficient and hyperactivity disorder and impaired growth, according to studies by Boston University, China’s Jiao Tong University School of Medicine and France’s National Academy of Medicine.

The answer is simple: Taking the right kind of iodine in the right dosage can rebalance thyroid function and restore health to the thyroid and the whole body.

Reasons Behind Iodine Deficiency Radiation: Almost everyone is routinely exposed to iodine-depleting radiation emitted by cell phones, Wi-Fi, microwave ovens and other electronic devices.

Iodized table salt: The human body cannot utilize the iodine added to this product.

Low-sodium diets: Failure to use healthy salts to fulfill sodium requirements, plus over-

use of zero-nutrient table salt in foods, leads to iodine depletion.

Bromine: This toxic chemical overrides iodine’s abilities to nourish the thyroid, adrenal and other hormone-producing glands.

A known carcinogen, it is used as an anticaking ingredient found in almost all baked goods, unless the ingredients specifically cite unbromated flour.

Iodine-depleted soils: Due to poor farming techniques, iodine and other minerals in soil have declined, so most foods today are devoid of naturally occurring iodine.

Proper iodine supplementation with a high-quality product like Natural Awakenings Detoxified Iodine can prevent harm by protecting the thyroid and other endocrine glands and restoring proper hormone production.

Your Thyroid Needs Protection!

Natural Awakenings Detoxified Iodine Can Provide the Protection You Need

Almost everyone is routinely exposed to iodine-depleting radiation emitted by cell phones, WI-FI and microwave ovens.

Proper iodine supplementation with a high-quality product like Natural Awakenings DETOXIFIED IODINE can prevent harm by protecting the thyroid and restoring proper hormone production.

Iodine replacement has been reported to give relief from: • Depression • Fibromyalgia • Hyperthyroidism • Hypothyroidism

• Weight Gain • Low Energy • Radiation • Bacteria & Viruses

Don’t delay, order yours today!

Available only at: NAWebstore.com Or call: 888-822-0246 $20 for a 4-6 week supply SPECIAL SHIPPING - $5•up to 8 bottles

Wholesale pricing available to stores and practitioners

natural awakenings

October 2013

15

globalbriefs

Baa-Bye

News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

Even on cloudy days, the photovoltaic-paneled roof of the Bullitt Center, in Seattle, Washington, generates all the electricity the six-story structure requires. Inside, commercial office space is equipped with composting toilets, rainwater showers and a glassenclosed stairway to encourage climbing exercise over riding the elevator.

The Bullitt Foundation, founded in 1952, has focused since the 1990s on helping cities function more like ecosystems. Seattle’s new building not only provides space for eco-conscious tenants, but also functions as a learning center, demonstrating how people and businesses can coexist more in harmony with nature.

The Bullitt Center was constructed according to a demanding green building certification program called the Living Building Challenge, which lists zero net use of energy and water among its many requirements. The standards far surpass those of the better-known Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program.

Founder Jason McLennan says the challenge is to encourage others to build more enjoyable, sustainable and affordable structures around the world.

Zakri Abdul Hamid, Ph.D., chair of the independent Intergovernmental SciencePolicy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services, states that the disappearance of wild and domesticated plant and animal species constitutes a fundamental threat to the well-being and perhaps survival of humankind. His urgent message was most recently delivered in Norway to 450 international government authorities responsible for biodiversity and economic planning. “We are hurtling towards irreversible environmental tipping points that, once passed, would reduce the ability of ecosystems to provide essential goods and services to humankind,” Zakri stated.

Findings by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization show that genetic diversity, among even domestic livestock, is declining. Typically, breeds become rare because their characteristics either don’t suit contemporary demands or because differences in their qualities have not been recognized. When a breed population falls to about 1,000 animals, it is considered rare and endangered.

While we know of 30,000 edible plant species, only 30 crops account for 95 percent of human food energy; 60 percent of these crops comprise varieties of rice, wheat, maize, millet and sorghum.

Source: Yes! magazine

Source: Science Daily

Barnyard Species are Declining, Too

Eco-Power Tower

photo by Nic Lehoux

Meet the World’s Greenest Office Building

The Yoga Loft In-Depth Study Programs 200 & 500-Hour Yoga Teacher Certification 60 & 100-Hour Yoga Immersions Deepen Your Knowledge, Expand Your Potential, and Learn How to Inspire Others 610-867-YOGA (9642)

521 E. 4th St., 3rd Floor, Bethlehem, PA 18015 Full description of our programs available at:

www.TheYogaLoftOfBethlehem.com Yoga Makes Life Better

16

Pocono, PA / Warren Co., NJ

www.healthylehighvalley.com

Pivot Point

Krill Kill

Solar Panels Almost Breaking Even At current growth rates, solar energy could be harnessed to produce 10 percent of the world’s electricity by 2020. But the greater benefit of clean solar power relies on first realizing an efficient initial payback for all the energy needed to produce the panels. To make polysilicon, the basic building block of most solar photovoltaic (PV) panels, silica rock must be melted at 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit, using electricity from mostly coal-fired power plants. Stanford University researchers believe that a tipping point when clean electricity from installed solar panels surpasses the energy going into the industry’s continued growth will occur by 2015.

As the industry has advanced, it’s required ever less energy and silicon to manufacture and install solar PV panels, along with less wasted silicon, according to Stanford University’s Global Climate & Energy Project. Advances in solar cell efficiency requires fewer panels, and new thin-film solar panels leave out silicon altogether.

Source: Sustainable Business News

Course Correction

Climate Science Curriculum Update Millions of young Americans are beginning to learn about climate change and associated science in the classroom. Next Generation Science Standards (NextGenScience.org), which have been adopted by 26 states and are under consideration by 15 more, teach how and why fossil fuel emissions are a causal factor in overheating the world.

The previous federal science teaching standards, published in 1996, avoided the issues of evolution and climate change. Scientists and educators jointly developed the new standards with states’ input to help students distinguish between scientific fact, religious beliefs and political opinion.

Source: InsideClimateNews.org

Garbage Galore

A Swirling Southern Patch of Plastic Trash The Great Pacific Garbage Patch and North Atlantic Garbage Patch have already been well documented, and the trashy family is growing.

The South Pacific Gyre is an accumulation zone of plastic pollution floating off the coast of Chile.

Scientists at the 5 Gyres Institute, which tracks plastic pollution in swirling subtropical gyres (vortices), discovered this latest mass of plastic by examining ocean currents. A new study published in the journal Marine Pollution Bulletin marks the first documentation of a defined oceanic garbage patch in the Southern Hemisphere, where sparse research on marine plastic pollution previously existed.

Core Marine Food Source Faces Depletion Small, shrimp-like creatures that inhabit the world’s oceans, krill are one of the planet’s largest and least contaminated biomasses. The tiny crustaceans are the primary food source for a variety of fish, whales, penguins and seabird species. Krill are also used to make feed for livestock, poultry and farmed fish and in nutritional supplements—krill oil is a rich source of omega-3 essential fatty acids and less likely than fish oil to be contaminated with mercury or heavy metals.

Recent studies cited by National Geographic suggest that since the 1970s, Antarctic krill stocks may have dropped by up to 80 percent.

Environmental groups and scientists worry that new fishing technologies, coupled with climate warming that removes ice algae, the crustaceans’ primary food source, could deplete krill populations and potentially devastate the Antarctic’s ecosystem.

Denzil Miller, Ph.D., former executive secretary of the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources, advises, “There are a whole lot of dominoes that follow afterwards that just look too horrendous to contemplate.”

Concerned consumers can opt to avoid farm-raised fish; choose organic, non-grain-fed meat and poultry; and substitute algae-derived omega-3 supplements for fish or krill oil capsules.

Source: Antarctic and Southern Ocean Coalition (asoc.org)

View a map and find more information at 5Gyres.org. natural awakenings

October 2013

17

Suffocating Earth

Accelerating Amazon Deforestation After more than six years of steady decline, the deforestation rate in the Brazilian Amazon, which serves as vital lungs for the planet, more than doubled in just six months this year, according to the nonprofit research institute Imazon. Observers blame the increase in part on Brazil’s weakened Forest Code, established to protect the rainforest by limiting how much land can be cleared and developed. Senior researcher Paulo Barreto explains, “Imazon uses satellite images to evaluate the deforestation monthly.”

In May 2012, the Brazilian Congress changed the Legal Reserve rule that requires landowners to keep 80 percent of their property forested by eliminating mandatory fines as long as the land is reforested.

But enforcement is difficult and the land is often used for growing cash crops such as soybeans or raising cattle.

New guidelines also allow clear-cutting closer to riverbanks, and environmentalists are alarmed about threats to biodiversity. Additionally, 60 new dams are on the government’s agenda.

Source: Living on Earth (loe.org)

Scrub Up

Cleaning the Environment a Step at a Time Unilever, one of the world’s largest consumer product companies, which makes Vaseline and Dove soaps, is doing away with a longtime manufacturing process because scientists and environmental groups are concerned that it contributes to polluting oceans. The company has decided to phase out the use of plastic micro-beads as a scrubbing agent in all personal care products by 2015.

Small pieces of plastic material under five millimeters in diameter, referred to as micro-plastics, originate from a variety of different sources, including the breakdown of larger plastic materials in the water, the shedding of synthetic fibers from textiles during domestic clothes washing, and the micro-beads used for their abrasive properties in a range of consumer and industrial products.

18

Pocono, PA / Warren Co., NJ

www.healthylehighvalley.com

Fossil-Fuel Freedom

New York State Could Achieve It by 2050 A new study lays out how New York State’s entire demand for end-use power could be provided by wind (50 percent), solar (38 percent) and geothermal (5 percent), plus wave and tidal energy sources. This ambitious goal could be achieved by 2050, when all conventional fossil fuel generation would be completely phased out. The plan also generates a large net increase in jobs.

Mark Jacobson, a co-author of the study and professor of civil and environmental engineering at California’s Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment, analyzes how energy technologies impact the atmosphere and how society can transition rapidly to clean and renewable energy sources if we integrate production and energy use in a systems perspective.

Robert Howarth, Ph.D., the senior co-author and a professor of ecology and environmental biology at Cornell University, in New York, has been tackling climate change and its consequences since the 1970s. He says, “Many pundits tell us that solar, wind, etc., are great conceptually, but that it will take many decades to start to make these technologies economically feasible.” However, “New York is one of the larger economies in the world, and New York City is the most energyefficient city in the U.S.”

inspiration

All the Time in the World Transforming Anxiety into Artistry

by Marney K. Makridakis

A

sk American adults if they’re anxious about time and they’ll likely say yes. Our society even deems it expected, acceptable and normal to experience such stress, but is it necessary? It’s helpful to explore what is at the root of our problems with time and why we believe we benefit from worrying and complaining about it. Both are good first steps to releasing ourselves from the drama of getting caught up in and blaming time as a convenient catchall. Which of the following rationales apply to us personally?

“If I can complain about being busy, I don’t have to examine other areas in my life.”

“My schedule is wrapped up with my self-esteem; being ‘too busy’ means that I’m successful.”

“Worrying about time gives me something to talk about.”

“I don’t plan things I might enjoy because it can be too demanding or even scary—it just feels easier and safer to be bored.”

“Worrying about time is a convenient excuse for not following my dreams.”

Once we identify the perceived payoffs from worrying about time, we can see them for what they are: illusions that keep us from living our true potential. Awareness allows us to make a different choice and to partner with time, instead of working against it.

Einstein proved that time is subjective, illustrated every time we compare an hour in a dentist’s chair to an hour in the company of a loved one. Time behaves and feels differently based on many variables, like emotion, engagement, flow, desire, interest, pain and pleasure. Our perspective counts. With capricious factors dancing around in our every moment, we can see why time isn’t constant.

Happily, we can use the relative nature of time to our advantage and choose what our relationship with it will be. Consider that with each instance we choose how we talk about, measure and experience time, we are actually creating a new paradigm of time for ourselves.

We can relinquish general views and limitations of time that hinder us and emerge into the possibilities of time as anything but a defined line. It can be a vibrant, completely moldable, layered, multifaceted work of art that we may adapt as we wish, to custom design each and every day.

Marney K. Makridakis of Dallas, TX, is the author of Creating Time: Using Creativity to Reinvent the Clock and Reclaim Your Life. She founded Artella magazine, the ARTbundance philosophy and the ArtellaLand.com community.

natural awakenings

October 2013

19

“These next few years are going to tell the tale about the next 10,000 years,” says well-known global environmental activist Bill McKibben, author of Eaarth: Making a Life on a Tough New Planet. “We’re not going to stop global warming; it’s too late for that. But we can keep it from getting as bad as it could possibly get.”

On the Energy Front

The Right Steps Now Can Avert the Worst of It

by Christine MacDonald

R

enowned cli“We’re not going to stop global use of climatemate scientist changing fossil fuRichard Somerwarming; it’s too late for that. els. Unfortunately, ville, Ph.D., uses greenhouse gases simple language and But we can keep it from getting would have had sports analogies to to peak two years help us understand as bad as it could possibly get.” ago and now climate change and be in decline in ~ Bill McKibben the risks ahead. order to take the

A distinguished easy way out. professor emeritus, researcher at CaliInstead, the amount of carbon dioxide in fornia’s Scripps Institution of Oceanog- the atmosphere shot past 400 parts per raphy and author of The Forgiving Air, million last May, a level that most scienhe likens greenhouse gases to a scantists agree the planet hasn’t experienced dal that’s rocked major league baseball since long before the arrival of modern in recent years. “Greenhouse gases humans. are the steroids of the climate system,”

“Science tells you, you can put this he says. Although we can’t link them much carbon dioxide into the atmoto any single weather event, we can sphere, but no more,” without changing see them in the statistics at the end the planet’s climate too dramatically, of the season, Somerville says. With Somerville says. “Mother Nature tells the bases loaded, “Look out, because you, you cannot wait 50 or 100 years to Mother Nature bats last.” solve this. You have to do it in five to 10 years. There’s been a general failure to

To explain how we could confront connect the dots.” The bit of good news the problem, he turns to another sport, skiing. If we were serious about avoiding is that time has not yet completely run out. He and other pioneering thought a worst-case scenario, we would have leaders believe that we can still reverse opted for the “bunny slope” approach, the dangerous current course. a leisurely descent from the ubiquitous

20

Pocono, PA / Warren Co., NJ

www.healthylehighvalley.com

Nancy Battaglia

RISING FEVER

Matt Greenslade / photo-nyc.com

EASING EARTH’S

McKibben’s grassroots group, 350. org, opposes the planned Keystone XL pipeline that, if built, is expected to transport Canadian tar sands oil across the United States to refineries along the Gulf of Mexico. Bill McKibben Increasing fossil fuel infrastructure, he says, is impractical, and we’d be better off investing in clean and renewable energies such as wind, solar and geothermal.

It’s a theme also sounded by Frances Beinecke, president of the New York Citybased Natural Resources Defense Council and author of Clean Energy Common Frances Beinecke Sense. With the failure of the U.S. Congress to enact climate legislation, her group, encompassing 1.4 million online members and activists, is pressing the Obama administration to live up to its pledge to regulate the carbon dioxide emitted by power plants. The leading culprits for climate-changing gases, they contribute 40 percent of the country’s carbon emissions. “It’s time to act, and we have to act now,” Beinecke says.

On the Water Front

Sandra Postel agrees. “Water, energy and food production: These things are tightly linked, and all are affected by climate change.” From Los Lunas, New Mexico, she leads the Global Water Policy Project, a group also focused

“Tell politicians that you care about this.

We’ve got to get countering climate change high on the priority list.” ~ Richard Somerville on the climate conundrum, as well as National Geographic’s Change the Course national freshwater conservation and restoration campaign.

Competition for water is increasing in several parts of the country, she says, and will only get worse as dry conditions increase demands on groundwater. Endangered sources detailed in her extensive related writings include the Ogallala Aquifer, Sandra Postel vital to agricultural operations across much of the Great Plains, and California’s Central Valley, the nation’s fruit and vegetable bowl. In the Colorado River Basin, which provides drinking water to some 30 million people, water demands already exceed the available supply— and that gap is expected to widen with changes in the region’s climate.

In other regions, the problem is too much water from storms, hurricanes and flooding, a trend that Postel and other experts say will also worsen as the world continues to warm and fuel weather extremes. Beyond the loss of lives and prop-

natural awakenings

October 2013

21

ism business that caters to scuba divers and snorkelers, according to a recent NAS study.

“Water, energy and food production: These things

The Way Forward

are tightly linked, and all are affected by climate change.” ~ Sandra Postel erty damage, this “new normal” holds stark implications for communities.

“We’ve built our bridges, dams and other infrastructure based on 100-year records of what’s happened in the past,” advises Postel. “In a lot of ways, how we experience climate change is going to be through changes in the water cycle. If the past isn’t a good guide to the future anymore, we’ll have to change our water management.” (See nrdc.org/ water/readiness by city and state.)

On the Ocean Front

The world’s oceans are being transformed by climate change in ways we are only beginning to understand. Since the Industrial Revolution, oceans have absorbed a significant portion of the carbon dioxide generated, experiencing a 30 percent rise in acidity; that’s expected to reach 100 to 150 percent above pre-industrial levels by the end of this century, according to the nonprofit National Academy of Science (NAS), in Washington, D.C.

“Thank goodness for the oceans, but they are paying a tremendous price,” says Oceanographer Dawn Wright, Ph.D. She’s chief scientist of Esri, in Redlands, California, that analyzes geographic system relationships, patterns and trends.

The higher acidity levels are “taking a toll on shellfish such as oysters, clams and sea urchins, as well as coral reefs, where much aquatic life is spawned,” Wright explains. Climate change may have other devastating impacts on the ocean food chain—and eventually us—that scientists are only beginning to discern. As just one of myriad impacts: Ocean acidification threatens the country’s $3.7 billion annual wild fish and shellfish industry and the $9.6 billion slice of the global tour22

Pocono, PA / Warren Co., NJ

We can be grateful for some hopeful developments in the call to act.

Wright, who has advised President Obama’s National Ocean Council, is overseeing her company’s ocean initiative, which includes Dawn Wright building an ocean basemap of unparalleled detail. While less than 10 percent of the world’s oceans’ underwater realms are mapped

“Thank goodness for the oceans, but they are paying a tremendous price.” ~ Dawn Wright today, Esri is compiling authoritative bathymetric data to build a comprehensive map of the ocean floor. Public and private sector planners, researchers, businesses and nonprofits are already using this map and analysis tools to, among other things, conduct risk assessments and provide greater understanding of how onshore development impacts oceans’ natural systems.

Municipalities are also taking action. New York City plans to restore natural buffers to future hurricanes, while Philadelphia and other cities are restoring watersheds, replanting trees in riparian areas, adding rain gardens, laying permeable pavement and revamping roofs and parking lots to reduce stormwater runoff. Investing in such “green infrastructure” is less costly than expanding “grey infrastructure” such as underground sewer systems and water purification plants.

Increasingly, local authorities are relocating communities out of flood zones to allow rivers to reclaim wetlands, an

www.healthylehighvalley.com

effort which also creates new recreation and tourism spots. Floodplains buffer against extreme flooding and drought, plus filter stormwater runoff, removing farm and lawn fertilizers and other chemicals that otherwise enter waterways, creating deoxygenated “dead zones” where aquatic life can’t survive, as exemplified by parts of Lake Erie, Chesapeake Bay and the Gulf of Mexico.

“These solutions are unfolding here and there,” Postel notes, while also remarking that too many locales are rebuilding levees at their peril and allowing people to return to areas that flood repeatedly.

“An amount of climate change is already locked in. We will have to adapt, as well as mitigate, simultaneously.”

Somerville, who helped write the 2007 assessment by the Nobel Prize-winning International Panel on Climate Change, labels it “baloney” when politicians say there’s not enough time or it’s too expensive to address the problem. “It’s very doable,” he maintains. “First, inform yourself. Second, tell politicians that you care about this.

Then raise hell with those who don’t agree. We’ve got to get countering climate change high on the priority list.”

McKibben recommends that the country gets serious about putting a price on carbon emissions. Meanwhile, he’s encouraged by the people-powered regional successes in blocking fracking, a controversial method of extracting natural gas, and credits grassroots groups for holding the Keystone pipeline project at bay.

“We’re cutting it super-close” and need to change the trajectory of climate change, according to McKibben, who says we can still have good lives powered by wind and solar, but will have to learn to live more simply. “I don’t know where it will all end and won’t see it in my lifetime. But if we can stop the combustion of fossil fuels and endless consumption, then there’s some chance for the next generation to figure out what the landing is going to be.”

Christine MacDonald is a freelance journalist in Washington, D.C., who specializes in health, science and environmental issues. Learn more at ChristineMacDonald.info.

Signs Of Changes To Come Without actions to significantly curb greenhouse gas emissions, air temperatures could increase as much as 11.5 percent by 2100, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

While the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change pledged in 2009 to keep warming from increasing more than 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit, more recent reports by the World Bank and other institutions warn that the goal may be unrealistic. Continued global warming could cause widespread drought, flooding

and other changes, with disastrous consequences. Here are some of the ways climate change has already impacted our lives.

Temperatures: The average global temperature for 2012—about 58.3 degrees Fahrenheit—was the ninth-warmest year since record keeping began in 1880. It was also the 36th consecutive year that the global temperature surpassed the 20th-century average, according to the National Climate Data Center at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The problem

comes alive in a video at Tinyurl.com/ NASAEarthTemps.

The EPA reports that the number of days that temperatures will exceed 90 degrees Farenheit is expected to increase throughout the U.S., especially in areas that already experience heat waves.

Drought: Drought struck two-thirds of America’s lower 48 states last year, and continued into 2013 in many parts of the country, costing billions of dollars in crop failures and damage from resulting wildfires.

Extreme storms: East Coast weather has become wilder, with storms such as Hurricane Irene and Superstorm Sandy wreaking unprecedented losses in human life and property.

Freshwater supplies: As melting shrinks glaciers’ historic footprints, reducing the amount of springtime snowmelt, and we continue to deplete groundwater faster than it can be replenished, conflicts between agriculture, industry and municipalities over water are expected to increase.

Meanwhile, rising sea levels near some seashore cities have already led to incursions of saltwater, contaminating underground freshwater systems.

Rising sea levels: Since 1870, the global sea level has risen by about eight inches, according to the EPA. By the end of this century, it estimates that New York City could see a rise of 2.3 feet and Galveston, Texas, 3.5 feet.

Other studies say those estimates are conservative. Research published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences in July concluded that a rise of 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit could result in a corresponding rise in sea levels exceeding 13 feet.

Arsha Vidya Gurukulam YOGA -Please join us for classes in

our well-appointed studio on our beautiful 50 acre property Contact us for directions, dates and times of classes

Visit our web site at www.arshavidya.org

Email: lancedaniels@hotmail.com Telephone: 570-992-2339 ext. 216

natural awakenings

October 2013

23

wisewords

The Power of One Julia Butterfly Hill Asks, ‘What’s Your Tree?’

by Judith Fertig

F

or 738 days, Julia Butterfly Hill lived in the canopy of an ancient redwood tree called Luna to increase awareness of threats to our ancient forests. Her courageous act of civil disobedience gained international attention for California’s redwoods, together with related ecological and social justice issues.

When she claimed victory for Luna on December 18, 1999, she was recognized worldwide as both a heroine and powerful voice for the environment.

Today, Butterfly Hill’s commitment to such causes continues to inspire people worldwide. She has helped found and launch a host of nonprofit organizations and currently serves as ambassador for the Pollination Project, which awards $1,000 a day to individuals making a positive difference. The impassioned activist is the inspiration for the What’s Your Tree initiative and also leads workshops at eco-villages such as Findhorn, in Scotland, and Damanhur, in Italy. She lives in Belize, where she describes her life as, “Before tree, during tree and after tree.”

What prompted your life shift from being the daughter of a traveling preacher to an environmental activist?

had been out of balance. I had been working nonstop since graduating from high school—obsessed by my career, worldly success and material things. This pivotal experience woke me to the importance of the moment and doing whatever I can to make a positive impact on the future.

How did you come to climb up a 1,000-plus-year-old redwood tree and stay there for two years?

After I recovered from the accident, I went on a road trip to California. There, I volunteered at a reggae festival. That year, the event was dedicated to the protection of ancient forests. I listened and learned from the speakers and activists passionate about educating people on the destructive logging practices of the Maxxam-controlled Pacific Lumber Company.

Returning to my place in Arkansas, I sold everything I owned and returned to California to see how I could help. Earth First! was doing tree-sits to call attention to the urgent need to protect ancient trees, and they needed someone to stay in a redwood tree so the loggers couldn’t cut it down; because nobody else volunteered, they had to pick me.

On December 10, 1997, I put on the harness and ascended Luna, 180 feet up. What I thought would be three or four weeks in the tree turned into

Before Tree, when I was 22, I was rear-ended by a drunk driver and spent 10 months recovering. As I got better physically, I realized that my whole life 24 Pocono, PA / Warren Co., NJ www.healthylehighvalley.com

two years and eight days. I returned to the ground only after the company agreed to protect Luna and the surrounding grove.

What are some of the legacies of your incredible feat?

The Luna experience brought international attention to the plight of the last dwindling stands of ancient redwoods.

After Tree, I was asked to speak about the issue all over the world. My bestselling book, The Legacy of Luna, has been translated into 11 languages. A follow-up environmental handbook is titled One Makes the Difference. It all inspires concerned citizens to take action in their own communities.

Now, as a yoga enthusiast, vegan, peacemaker and antidisposable activist, how do you stay true to yourself and model the changes you champion?

I am committed to living with as much integrity, joy and love as I can. If we want to see something in the world, then we have to live it. Like I learn in yoga, I aim to stretch into my life and breathe and see what opens up, trusting that clarity and growth will emerge in the process.

On a personal ecology level, I love swimming in the sea and the sound of the waves rolling over the reef. I love being at home, mixing fresh masa to make tamales and listening to the birds singing as they sway from the palm branches and bougainvillea. These are the moments that make my soul sing.

How has believing in one person’s power to change the world led you to ask, “What’s Your Tree?”

Service is core to my being. It gives purpose and joy to my life. The What’s Your Tree project helps people connect with a place of deep purpose that helps guide their lives, choices and actions.

Learn more at WhatsYourTree.org and JuliaButterfly.com.

Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

FRANCHISES NOW AVAILABLE IN PENNSYLVANIA

Join Our Family of Natural Awakenings Publishers

Established in 1994 (franchising since 2000), Natural Awakenings is published in 88 U.S. metropolitan areas in 31 states and Puerto Rico. Together we’re reaching over 3.7 million readers with our free monthly magazines.

Natural Awakenings Franchises currently available in:  Philadelphia  Pittsburgh  Erie  Upper Darby/Phoenixville  Westmoreland Co. As a Natural Awakenings publisher, you can enjoy learning about healthy and joyous living while working from your home and earn a good income doing something you love!

Your magazine will help thousands of readers to make positive changes in their lives, while promoting local practitioners and providers of natural, earth-friendly lifestyles. You will be creating a healthier community while building your own financial security.

No publishing experience is necessary. You’ll work for yourself but not by yourself. We offer a complete training and support system that allows you to successfully publish your own magazine.

For information about how to publish a Natural Awakenings in your community call:

Be part of a dynamic franchised publishing network that is helping to transform the way we live and care for ourselves.

Now available in Spanish as well.

To determine if owning a Natural Awakenings is right for you and your target community, call us for a free consultation at 239-530-1377 • Low Investment • Work at Home • Great Support Team • Marketing Tools • Meaningful New Career

Phenomenal Monthly Circulation Growth Since 1994

239-530-1377 NaturalAwakeningsMag.com natural awakenings

October 2013

25

greenliving

Shop with the Planet in Mind Daily Choices Help Counter Climate Change

by Christine MacDonald

While critics of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s USDA Organic label say its regulations are not tough enough, Rangan says at least we know what we’re getting. The same is not true of many claims decorating consumer goods, Rangan advises. Plus, producers get away without identifying myriad other controversial practices, she says, including genetically engineered ingredients.

To help consumers protect themselves, the Consumer Union and other nonprofit public advocates have made their evaluations easily accessible via cell phones and iPads. The Web-based Good Guide’s evaluations of more than 145,000 food, toys, personal care and household products are at shoppers’ fingertips via an app that scans product barcodes on the spot.

Until recently, we’ve been asked to choose between the economy and the environment. Now we’re realizing that the two are closely linked, and that our continued prosperity depends on how well we take care of the natural systems that sustain life—clean air, water, food and an Calculate Impacts A number of easy-to-use online tools overall healthy environment. help us understand the far-flung

A

lthough the worst impacts of climate change are still decades away, experts say it’s already a costly problem. In 2012, U.S. taxpayers spent nearly $100 billion—approximately $1,100 apiece—to cover crop losses, flooding, wildfires and other climate-related disasters, according to the Natural Resources Defense Council. That’s more than America spent last year on education or transportation.

Given the lack of action on climate change by Congress, more Americans are looking to leverage their purchasing power to make a difference. Yet, as consumers trying to “shop their values” know, it’s often difficult to distinguish the “green” from the “greenwashed”. Natu-

26

Pocono, PA / Warren Co., NJ

ral Awakenings has rounded up some tips that can help.

Dismiss Meaningless Labels

Urvashi Rangan, Ph.D., who leads the Consumer Safety and Sustainability Group for Consumer Reports and its Greener Choices and Eco-labels online initiatives, says companies take far too many liberties in product labeling. The dearth of standards and consistency across the marketplace has rendered terms like “fresh,” and “free range” meaningless.

Also, there’s more wrong than right about the “natural” label put on everything from soymilk to frozen dinners, she says.

www.healthylehighvalley.com

impacts of a purchase, including on humans and habitats. The Good Guide, for instance, employs chemists, toxicologists, nutritionists, sociologists and environmental lifecycle specialists to evaluate a product’s repercussions on health, environment and society.

Sandra Postel, who leads the Global Water Policy Project, has teamed up with the National Geographic Society to devise a personal water footprint calculator. It helps people understand the wider environmental impacts of their lifestyle and purchasing choices, and

Helpful Aids n GreenerChoices.org/eco-labels/ vk.cfm n GreenerChoices.org/eco-labels/ labellogo.cfm n GoodGuide.com n Tinyurl.com/LoveFoodHateWaste PortionsGuide n Tinyurl.com/NatlGeographic WaterFootprint n EatFeastly.com n GoHalfsies.com n Zipcar.com

Who’s Buying Organic or Natural Foods? n High Demand n Low Demand n Average

Who You Are Makes Us who We Are Become a Care Alternatives Hospice Volunteer!

We are actively recruiting volunteers to impact the lives of our patients: reiki practitioners, certified massage therapists comfort volunteers

To sign up for our training, or for more information, please call 866-821-1212 or visit www.carealt.com

Courtesy of GfK Mediamark Research and Environmental Systems Research Institute

provides options for reducing their footprints and supporting water replenishment efforts.

“It takes a per capita average of 2,000 gallons of water each day to keep our U.S. lifestyle afloat,” twice the world average, calculates Postel. The typical hamburger takes 630 gallons of water to produce, for example, while a pair of jeans consumes 2,600 gallons, most of it to grow the necessary cotton.

Water is just one of numerous resources overused in the United States, according to author and journalist Danielle Nierenberg, co-founder of Food Tank. “We overbuy food. It goes bad and ends up in landfills,” where it lets off methane, a powerful greenhouse gas, as it decomposes.

“We also over-order at restaurants,” observes Nierenberg, whose think tank focuses on the interrelated issues of hunger, obesity and environmental degradation. Overall, the U.S. annually accounts for 34 million tons of food waste.

“Part of the problem is we’ve lost home culinary skills,” says Nierenberg, who says we need to rethink how and how much we eat. “We don’t really understand what portions are,” she adds.

We add color to your Business World NEWSPAPERS FULL COLOR BROCHURES & MORE

1•800•443•0377

LEHIGHTON, PA 18235

Share Instead of Buy

Collaboration characterizes the broader trend in careful consuming that relies on cell phone apps. Sometimes known as the “sharing economy” or “collaborative consumption”, initiatives can range from car and bike shares to neighborly lending of lawn mowers and other tools and sharing homegrown produce. One of the more innovative food-sharing options is Halfsies, in which diners at participating restaurants pay full price for a meal, but receive half of a full portion, effectively donating the cost of the other half to fight hunger.

Whatever the product, experts say, the new sharing business model is part of a fundamental shift in how people think about consuming, with the potential to help us reduce our personal carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Christine MacDonald is a freelance journalist in Washington, D.C., who specializes in health, science and environmental issues. Learn more at ChristineMacDonald.info. natural awakenings

October 2013

27

with Dr. Emu’s Rx for Pain Enjoy safe and effective relief from: • Arthritis Pain • Stiff Joints • Headaches • Cramps • Knee, Neck & Back Pain • Inflammation & Swelling • Tired Sore Muscles

Ancestral Diets A Lighter Shade of Paleo

by Sayer Ji and Tania Melkonian

All-natural ingredients include:

• Certified Emu Oil • Aloe Vera • Herbs • Botanical Extracts • Vitamins & Antioxidants • Essential Oils • MSM • Glucosamine & Chondroitin

4-oz Spray Bottle just

19.95

$

plus $5 shipping for up to 8 bottles

Shop online for this and other natural products at

NAWebstore.com or call: 888-822-0246

28

Pocono, PA / Warren Co., NJ

V

egetarian Awareness Month provides a timely opportunity to realize that a plant-focused diet does not derive exclusively from plants. Just as a carnivore does not subsist on meat alone, the same applies to a vegetarian.

What can we learn from our Paleolithic, or Stone Age, ancestors? The recent trend toward recreating a Paleoera diet emphasizes the importance of vegetable nutrition to prehistoric communities, correcting the misperception that they were primarily meat-eaters.

The original Paleo diet, before the advent of agriculture, reflected the hunting and gathering of lean meats, fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds, and was absent of grains, dairy, starchy foods, sugar and salt. Today’s updated version might comprise foods naturally available and/or abundant before the cultivation of food in gardens, crops and livestock.

Loren Cordain, Ph.D., author of The Paleo Diet and Nutritionist Nora Gedgaudas, author of Primal Body, Primal Mind, each contest the premise perpetuated by many in the weight-loss industry that fat, especially naturally saturated fat, is unhealthy. Those same proponents that maintain low-fat/ non-fat food is a panacea for modern illnesses also purport that cholesterol is the chief cause of heart ailments.

www.healthylehighvalley.com

Gedgaudas writes that the diets of hunter-gatherers inhabiting varied landscapes, from the Inuit of the north to tropical forest hominids, included large amounts of fat and cholesterol, which is essential to maintaining cell membranes and regulating hormones. She points out that obtaining cholesterol from food is necessary to augment the liver’s function of creating cholesterol internally.

Cordain agrees that even saturated fats in meats can be beneficial, providing the animals are grass-fed, lean and live in clean surroundings. He emphasizes, however, that when our prehistoric ancestors ate fat, they did not also eat grain carbohydrates, sugar and salt, and contends that it is these components, not meat, that can be detrimental to the body.

Doctor of Naturopathy Maureen Horne-Paul adds that organic, lean and game meats are exempt from the acidity inherent in corn-based animal feed.

Plus, “When an animal is insensitively confined and killed, stress hormones are released that result in acidity. So, we are changing our pH from a healthy alkaline state to a more acidic condition when we consume meat from conventionally raised animals.”

Scientific studies published in the Journal of Gluten Sensitivity, Medical Hypotheses and by the Mercola group

recipe photos by Stephen Blancett

Powerful, Natural Pain Relief

consciouseating

attest to key problems related to hutheir full fat content and come from man consumption of grains. Antigrass-fed cows. She reasons that the nutrients such as phytic acid in presence of the anti-carcinogengrains lead to the poor ic fatty acid conjugated absorption of minerals linolenic acid (CLA) and and related deficiencies. the Wulzen factor antiPaleo Specials Improper absorption of stiffness agent in the fat du Jour dietary protein caused in benefit joint lubrication. part by enzyme inhibiExperts suggest Curried carrot soup with tors in grains also tends that the dietary formula buckwheat crackers and goat cheese to damage the pancreas. established by our preIndividual sensitivities historic ancestors can Kale wraps with julienne to proteins in specific be the foundation for of grass-fed strip loin, grains can further intera modern-day, healthy, bell peppers and avocado fere with functioning non-confining, creative Butter-grilled pineapple of the neuroendocrine eating experience. We rounds served with system and subsequent can exchange grains dollop of vanilla-scented emotional difficulfor quinoa, amaranth heavy cream ties like addiction and and buckwheat (not depression may arise. technically grains at all), All of these difficulties and include tubers and have been exacerbated legumes, due to their by irresponsible prenatal diets that have folate and protein content. Blue and made younger generations extra-sensisweet potatoes also contain high levels tive to the challenges posed by grains to of anthocyanins and potassium. Nearly the human system. every category of food, in the proper

While Cordain doesn’t recommend amounts, can be part of such a balanced diet. dairy, Gedgaudas suggests organic or raw milk products, provided they retain When we explore what makes

sense and eat clean and natural foods, we have a good chance of finding our body’s own sweet spot.

Sayer Ji is the founder of GreenMed Info.com and an advisory board member of the National Health Federation.

Tania Melkonian is a certified nutritionist and healthy culinary arts educator.

Learn more at GreenMedInfo.com.

Paleo Parallel Tips n Make plants the center. For any meat, choose organic, grass-fed lean cuts and use small portions as sides or garnish. n Limit dairy to items with full fat content. Choose sheep or goat dairy when possible, followed by organic cow dairy. n Limit grains, but explore pseudograins such as buckwheat, quinoa and amaranth to add safe, starch-like body to meals. n For legumes, eat lentils. Blue and sweet potatoes are good choices for tubers.

Are You Ready To Meet Your Soul Mate?

J oin the largest database of health-conscious, ecominded, spiritual singles now and manifest an extraordinary relationship!

Join for FREE at NaturalAwakeningsSingles.com natural awakenings

October 2013

29

healthykids

for channeling youngsters’ intrigue in constellations, given the clearer skies and comfortably cool nights. This year, families can anticipate a special viewing of the Comet ISON, which is expected to be visible from much of the United States in late November.

Getting Started

STARRY-EYED KIDS Clear Skies, Cool Nights Open Vast Vistas

by Randy Kambic

W

ishing upon a star The magical early knowledge can bolster is an iconic activity academics while fostering a night sky is steeped in everycalming sense of the order of one’s childhood desire to nature’s rhythms. a perfect attain happiness and fulfill “Astronomy ties into playground ment. Actual stargazing can every educational domain— help make parents’ dreams physics, geometry, algebra, for a child’s for their children’s well-being history and ecology,” advises imagination. former elementary school come true, as well.

Children are exposed teacher Hiram Bertoch, of to imagining the larger celestial realm West Valley City, Utah, owner of the through popular films, science fiction KidsKnowIt Network, which maintains literature and pop songs, plus more tan- 10 free children’s learning websites, gibly via current sky events. Consider including Kids news of the meteoroid that exploded Astronomy.com. Standing in awe at the over Russia in February and the latwonders of the universe can also instill est images from the surface of Mars a centering sense of humility in the face beamed to us by the NASA rover Cuof such grandeur. riosity. Experiencing the excitement of Autumn is one of the best times

30

Pocono, PA / Warren Co., NJ

www.healthylehighvalley.com

Sky & Telescope magazine’s online guide, Getting Started in Astronomy, offers easy steps for parents to put stars in kids’ eyes. Check out its This Week’s Sky at a Glance link. Find an open space like a park or wooded clearing to reduce ambient light and use sky maps in hobby publications or astronomy books from the library as guides.

Binoculars are the best tool to start getting familiar with the night sky—they augment the naked eye enough to identify many Moon craters, Jupiter’s moons and the crescent phases of Venus. Planetariums, science and children’s museums, nature centers and astronomy clubs often hold public family events that include access to telescopes; some loan or rent them out. (Find local clubs and facilities at SkyAndTelescope.com/ community/organizations.)

Other opportunities include NASA’s Night Sky Network of astronomy clubs, Astronomy magazine’s youth programs, SpacePlace.nasa.gov and Astronomy.com/kids programs. Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops both offer astronomy merit badges.

When a family’s interest continues sufficiently to buy a telescope, test preferred models at many potential settings before finalizing a purchase. According to the online guide, a first telescope

should provide high-quality optics that limit diffraction (the spreading of light as it passes through the lens system to the eye) and a sturdy, smooth-working mount. More advanced telescopes have built-in computers and motors that can be programmed to point at specific spots in the sky.

Rising Stars on Earth

If trying to emulate Galileo is a challenge, youngsters can relate and aspire to the cadre of young scientists profiled in Astronomy magazine’s “Astronomy’s Rising Stars” story in July, available via most public libraries.

Being a “self-described computer nerd” led Mark Krumholz, Ph.D., an associate professor of astronomy and astrophysics in his 30s at the University of California-Santa Cruz, to conduct massive-star formulation simulations.

By “plugging in the laws of physics and turning the crank,” he has shown why

some stars heat gas around them to appear much larger than others. Colors vary, as well.

Stargazing was the catalyst for Anna Frebel, Ph.D., an assistant physics professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, in Cambridge. “I consider myself fortunate that my initial passion led to becoming a professional astronomer,” says this scientist, who is credited with discovering the most chemically primitive star; the oldest known star as of 2007, at about 13.2 billion years; and the red giant star S1020549.

Whether early steps lead to a later career or as a heavenly hobby, helping to convert a child’s, “What’s that?” to a happy, “I know what that is,” becomes worth encouraging. As Bertoch observes, “Kids have an innate excitement about what’s out there.”

Randy Kambic, in Estero, FL, is a freelance writer and editor who regularly contributes to Natural Awakenings.

Space Songs Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield caused an Internet sensation when he sang David Bowie’s Space Oddity in the International Space Station last May. Here are some other celestial tributes: Bad Moon Rising, Creedence Clearwater Revival Champagne Supernova, Oasis Eclipse, Pink Floyd Here Comes the Sun, The Beatles Moondance, Van Morrison Soak Up the Sun, Sheryl Crow Staring at the Sun, U2 Walking on the Moon, The Police Walking on the Sun, Smash Mouth We Are All Made of Stars, Moby

Faraway Fun Facts n Stars appear to twinkle from light distortions caused by temperature differ-

ences in our atmosphere. The lifespan of most stars is billions of years. n Ancient peoples saw patterns among the 2,000 stars visible to the naked eye

and gave them names like The Big Dipper, Cassiopeia and Scorpius. n A “shooting star” is actually a meteor with a trail

of gases and particles. n The Moon’s surface is pitted with thousands of

craters from long-ago meteor strikes. n Saturn’s rings are composed mostly of billions of ice particles and rocks. n Jupiter is by far the largest studied planet; after the

Moon and Venus, it’s usually the brightest object in the night sky. n Planets Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune, Mercury and

Mars, as well as Pluto, are named for Roman gods—Venus was the Roman goddess of love. n Planets and the Moon don’t emit light—they

reflect light from the sun.

Source: Don’t Know Much About the Universe, by Kenneth C. Davis

natural awakenings

October 2013

31

pH Phooey

by Dian Freeman, M.A.Certified in Clinical Nutrition

Lately, there’s been a lot of talk about pH balance: It’s on radio, TV, the Web and wherever people congregate to discuss natural health. This obsession with de-acidifying the body has led to the elimination of foods that heal us.

I say phooey to this obsession! We must trust our own body’s great design.

W

hen speaking of lowering acid to achieve pH balance, we are not speaking of the acidity of the stomach. Stomach acid is necessary for the breakdown and assimilation of minerals and protein.

Acid pH refers to the accumulation of acid residue in body tissue and joints as a byproduct of metabolism. To measure the acidity or alkalinity of urine or saliva, pH strips purchased in drugstores and health shops can be used. A neutral pH measures as 7.0. The lower the number, the higher the body’s acid accumulation.

Humans have always had periods of over-acidity. In the book Your Health . . . Your Choice: Your Complete Personal Guide to Wellness, Nutrition & Disease Prevention, Dr. M. Ted Morter, Jr., an early nutritional expert on pH balance, writes that the numberone cause of an over-acid pH reading is negative thoughts, which translates as stress. But humans have always been plagued with negative thoughts; we have managed thus far without artificially interfering with the body’s pH balance.

Why? Because our body has is own way of managing it, and I don’t recommend interfering with that process. Modern medicine makes a practice of interfering with and “managing” natural processes within the body, while natural healing supports natural bodily processes whenever possible, with nourishment from food and supplements when that

nourishment is lacking.

So the common idea that we must manage own pH balance is misguided.

The idea that it is ours to manage is wrong except in the most dire conditions or diseases. Even then, overly de-acidifying can be counterproductive.

Biomedical gerontologist Dr. Aubrey de Grey explains that even with cancer, alkalizing is not helpful, since a cancer site produces its own high levels of lactic acid for it to thrive. Most cancers partition themselves off from the rest of the body to maintain the acid environment they need to grow. Thus, de-acidifying the rest of the body to a great degree may not reach the cancer and leave the body lacking the nutrients that alkalizing brings about.

Among pH ranges within which nutrients cannot be absorbed, iodine — a naturally occurring mineral that aids thyroid function — has the narrowest range. This may explain why thyroid medications top the list of prescriptions written today. According to the Mineral Chart of Acceptance, iodine can only be absorbed by the body within a pH range of 6.3 to 6.6, which is moderately acidic. So if the body is alkalized even to the 7.0 neutral point, iodine will not be absorbed. In fact this same chart shows that at a pH of 7.1, the body will also not absorb molybdenum, germanium, selenium, copper and zinc. If alkalizing to 7.2 (slightly alkaline), the body will not absorb Vitamins A, B, E,

F, and K. It also will not absorb sulfur, chlorine, potassium, calcium, titanium and vanadium. And so on. Therefore, the more alkaline the body, the fewer nutrients will be bioavailable for the body’s use.

Those who preach the benefits of alkalizing tell us to avoid animal protein. These same people recommend eating pasta, breads and other grains, which are as acidic a food group as protein. Logic seems to disappear in this debate. The truth of the matter is that to maintain balance, we must eat what we are made of: protein. We could lose the grains, as they add nothing to us except stored fat, but food elimination for pH balancing is rarely necessary.

If the main cause of over-acidity is stress, then we should practice destressing. If that is not always possible, trust the body to behave as it should by producing the necessary amount of its own bicarbonate of soda to balance the body, not over-alkalize it. Bicarbonate of soda is produced in the stomach lining when we consume enough salt. I never recommend avoiding salt unless someone has a heart condition.

Salt is the number-one alkalizer of the body, and our own stores of salt will be used when needed by our body’s innate intelligence. If one is chronically over-acidic, measuring below 5.4 on the pH scale, I would bet that person has avoided salt. Again, unless your diet is being supervised by a qualified natural healthcare provider, I do not recommend “playing” around with body functions by attempting a rewiring of a pretty impressive design. Trust our designer.

Dian Freeman has a private nutritional consultation practice in Morristown, NJ and is currently working on her doctorate at Drew University. A health freedom advocate, Dian teaches a holistically focused nutritional certification course beginning in Late October and may be reached at 973 267-4816 or WellnessSimplified.com. See ad on page 11.

communityresourceguide Acupuncture A. M. ACUPUNCTURE Dingmans Medical Center 1592 Rte 739, Dingmans Ferry 347-688-4228 AMAcupuncture.com

Get relief from injuries, headaches, neuropathy, back pain, arthritis, menstrual and digestive disorders and many chronic conditions with acupuncture treatment. Safe, effective, personalized care for pain relief, healing and prevention. Senior discounts, and some insurance accepted. Call today and mention Natural Awakenings for a free consultation.

TOTAL BODY RESOURCES, LLC

COLON HYDROTHERAPY NEW LEAF WELLNESS CENTER 21 Main Street Clinton, NJ 08809 908-713-1900 NewLeafWellness.com

Cleanse, maintain and restore health w i t h c o l o n h y d r o t h e r a p y, detoxification, wellness coaching and other services. Colonics are a hygienic and safe method of removing toxins, boosting your immune system, restoring regular bowel movement and maintaining proper ph in the body.

POCONO CLEANSE

Alexander (Al) Krych L. Ac 1271 N. 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA 942 Liberty Street, Belvidere, NJ 908-303-2941

Georgine Todd 715 South, HC1 Box 2014, Tannersville 570-629-6073 Info@PoconoCleanse.com PoconoCleanse.com

Individualized treatment for a variety of health concerns both acute and chronic. Comfortable environment with compassionate care and service.

Nationally Certified Diplomate in Acupuncture and Asian Bodywork Therapy. NJ and PA Board Certified and Licensed.

Acupuncture/Asian Specialize in treatment of pain, discomfort, stress and wellness issues. Major credit cards accepted. Call today to schedule an appointment.

Find relief from common digestive disorders with colon hydrotherapy using the LIBBE closed system, which double filters warm water that is gravity fed to you through a tube the circumference of a pencil. The halfhour procedure is painless, safe and private. Located at Tannersville Physical Therapy & Wellness, TannersvillePT.com.

ACCUPUNCTURE – COMMUNITY STYLE WORKER BEE COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE

Blake Stoveken, LAc 101 Roberts Ln, 2nd Fl Milford, PA 18337 570-409-9233 InnerElement@verizon.net WorkerBeeCommunityAcupuncture.com Feel your best.Acupuncture treatments in a warm and peaceful setting at a fraction of the cost. Inspired by community acupuncture clinics across our nation and traditionally practiced in Asia. Our intention is to make acupuncture affordable and accessible so you can feel better. Sliding scale of $15-$30 per treatment.

AROMATHERAPY YOUNG LIVING ESSENTIAL OILS Marilyn York, Independent Distributor 1-877-436-2299, ext. 2 MarilynYork.VibrantScents.com

Young Living has specialized in growing, distilling, and selling therapeutic-grade,organic Essential Oils for 20 years. Over 130 therapeutic-grade essential oils, and essential-oil enhanced nutritional supplements & products. Visit my website for details. Income opportunities option is also available.

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION POCONO ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER (PEEC)

538 Emery Road, Dingmans Ferry 570-828-2319 peec.org peec@peec.org

Explore our beautiful natural outdoor paradise.

PEEC is a year-round environmental education center located within the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Our programs are designed to meet the specific needs of each participating group, regardless of abilities or disabilities. The Summer Day Camp program is designed around weekly themes such as Bugs & Blooms, Romping Rocks, Ultimate Adventure, and more.

FARMS & CSA’S CRANBERRY CREEK FARM LLC

112 Henrys Crossing Road, Cresco 570-595-7748

Know the source of your food.

Visit our farm store where we carry our own goat’s milk cheeses, raw goat’s milk, yogurt, fudge, and caramel. We also have fresh natural vegetables in season, stone-milled flours, free-range eggs, and a variety of meats. Our farm store is open from dusk till dawn every day.

Call ahead to take a walk in the forest with the goats.

JOSIE PORTER FARM Cherry Valley CSA 6332 Cherry Valley Road Stroudsburg, PA 18360 570-992-0899 JosiePorterFarm.com CVCSA@ptd.net

Josie Porter Farm offers 22 week CSA full and half share programs and buying clubs programs with a variety of produce grown on the farm and many other products in collaboration with other regional and local farms, using organic and biodynamic practices. Our on-site farm store is open Saturdays from 9am-2pm from May to December. See ad page 31.

INTUATIVE COUNSELING DANCING DRAGONFLIES WISDOM Ingrid Geronimo Founder & Life Coach 908-213-3214 www.dancingdragonflieswisdom.com

Intuitive Life Coach to help you uncover and overcome the limited selftalk that has kept you from living the life you’ve always desired. Let me guide you to your next best life. Your best thinking has gotten you where you are, let me show you how much further you can go!

Intuitive Reiki Sessions for $1 per minute.

HAIR RESTORATION – NATURAL Lehigh Valley Institute of Regenerative Medicine

Mikhail Artomonov, MD 1004 Van Buren Rd. Easton, PA 18045 610-438-4460 LehighValleyIntituteOfRegenerative Medicine.com

We offer a cutting-edge therapy to grow your own hair without surgery or medication. Platelet Rich Plasma from the patient’s own blood stimulates the growth of blood vessels in the scalp, enhancing and creating new hair follicles. This procedure reverses hair miniaturization and pattern baldness with a safe, natural and simple procedure. See ad page 40.

HYPNOTHERAPY Hensel Hypnosis

Fred Hensel Healing Art Center 2937 Route 611 Tannersville, PA 18372 570-236-8064 www.henselhypnosis.com

Natural, easy, safe & effective. Reduce or eliminate your suffering. Attain your goals. Medical Hypnosis for weight loss, smoking cessation, pain management & chronic disease treatment support (cancer). Certified Hypnotherapist, Master NLP Practitioner certified by the American Hypnosis Association.

natural awakenings

October 2013

33

MINDFUL CHANGE

NATURAL FAMILY MEDICINE

Ashley M. Taylor 106 Bethpage Terrace Easton, PA 18042 484.548.0622 www.mindfulchangehypnotherapy.com

A NATURAL MEDICINE CLINIC

Through hypnotherapy, realize your inner potential for greatness, success, health, and wellness.

When you change your mind, you change your life. Quit Smoking, Lose Weight, Gain Confidence and Achieve More. Become your best self.

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE MJA Healthcare Network

Mikhail Artomonov, MD PhD 5195 Seven Bridges Road East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 570-872-9800 MJAHealthcare.com

Combining Allopathic (Western) medicine, Oriental medicine and the newest medical technology to offer patients complete and personalized health care. Certified in Physical medicine and rehabilitation, Pain medicine, Independent Medical Examination and board eligible in Addiction Medicine, Electrodiagnostic Medicine, Medical Acupuncture, Functional and AntiAging Medicine. See ad page 40.

MUSIC INSTRUCTION JEMINI MUSIC STUDIO

Sharing the Gift of Music!

Ruth and Jim Ratliff Hope, NJ 908-459-4050 www.jeminimusic.com

Offering private voice and piano lessons to children, teens and adults since 1995. We are committed to nurture each student’s unique selfexpression through professional, p e r s o n a l i ze d in s t r u ct io n i n a comfortable, supportive, state-of-the-art studio environment, conveniently located in Hope, NJ only 2 miles off Exit 12 on Route 80 in NJ.

NATURAL DENTISTRY Cosmetic and Natural Dentistry Carol Sherman DDS William Baron DDS 2600 Newburg Rd. Easton, PA 18045 610-252-1454 www.beatacarlson.com

Enhance your physical health and appearance with a natural, holistic approach to dental care.

Eliminate any compromise to the immune system. Mercury free, non-surgical periodontal treatment, tooth whitening, cosmetic makeovers and herbal support in a gentle, relaxing and caring atmosphere. See ad page 12.

34

Pocono, PA / Warren Co., NJ

DR. MICHAEL JUDE LOQUASTO, ND, PHD, DC Lehigh Valley Professional Center 2571 Baglyos Circle, Suite B-27 Bethlehem, PA 18020 * 484-821-1460 www.drmichaelloquasto.com Specializing in Natural Medicine for over 25 years, Dr. Loquasto holds doctorates in Naturopathy, Nutrition and Chiropractic Internal Medicine.

He is also a Master Herbalist as well as a certified Clinical and Dietitian Nutritionist. Dr. Loquasto offers custom formulations for specific conditions and non-invasive chelation therapy. In addition the following tests are done at the clinic: live cell microscope, circulation testing, EKG, pulmonary lung testing, bone density, x-ray, scanning for foot & ankle problems, blood pressure, blood oxygen levels and blood testing for diabetes and other health issues. The goal is to restore and/or maintain a healthy lifestyle.

NATURAL HEALTH MINERVA EDUCATIONAL AND WELLNESS TREATMENT CENTER

Betty Demaye-Caruth, RN, PhD, CHTP, RM/T 52 Deer Lane, Honesdale 570-253-8060 MinervaEd.com Live your best life and take charge of your health with guidance from a registered nurse and holistic health p r o f e ssio n a l. D r. Be t t y o ff e r s individualized protocols in conjunction with your physician to support your optimal wellness using health counseling, stress management, Reiki, energy therapy, aromatherapy and flower essences. Also offering Reiki certification classes.

SUNRISE NUTRITION CENTER

Dr. John Harrigton 149 Route 94 Blairstown, NJ 07825 908-362-6868 sunrisenutritioncenternj.com Nutritional Healing at its Best! We treat your body as a “whole,” instead of its parts. Our Natural, Drug-Free Programs using Nutrition, Botanicals, Homeopathy and Alternative Medicine focus on removing the true barriers to health and healing. Your health problems are quickly identified and weakened organs are given the right nutrients to further enhance their function. Call for a free consultation with Dr. Harrington. See ad page 13.

THINK BEFORE YOU BUY: make the green choice.

www.healthylehighvalley.com

NATUROPATH NATURAL HEALTH PROMOTION LLC

Tina Stashko, N.D. PhD MIfHI Emmaus, PA 18049 610-965-8132 naturalhealthpromotion.net

Specializing in preventative healthcare, digestion and nutrient absorption, and thyroid and adrenal health. Modalities such as iridology, sclerology and biochemical balancing enable the development of your unique program for optimum health. These programs are easy to follow and incorporate into your daily life.

Reach your full health potential! See ad page 11.

NUTRITION & EDUCATION WELLNESS SIMPLIFIED Dian Freeman

Morristown, NJ • 973-267-4816 www.WellnessSimplified.com Nutritionist Dian Freeman and staff nutritionists LuAnn Peters - Brenda Woodruff of Dian’s Wellness Simplified in Morristown, NJ, offer private nutritional consultations, Applied Kinesiology and Ondamed biofeedback sessions. Dian also teaches classes and a nutritional certification course in preparation for the national Certified Nutritional Counselor (CNC) exam. Also, to address energetic and vibrational healing, a variety of crystal and energy healers are available by appointment and LuAnn mixes personalized formulas combining various Bach flower remedies. See ad page 11.

NUTRTIONAL COUNSELING ALL BETTER CENTRAL

Masha Levina, CCN 224 Broad Street, Suite 205, Milford, PA 18337 570-832-2123 • Info@AllBetterCentral.com AllBetterCentral.com Through examining your medical, social and dietary history, as well as using Nutrition Response Muscle Testing®, Masha determines nutritional needs and develops dietary and supplemental program to fit individual requirements and lifestyles, resulting in balance and better health. See ad page 19.

Stillpoint Schoolhouse

Delia Quigley 155 State Road 94, Blairstown, NJ 07825 908-902-4082 DeliaQuigley.com We help you make a positive change in your physical and emotional well-being through food. Whether this involves weight-loss, feeling younger, added vitality, stress release, mental clarity or your life’s purpose we support and empower each individual in their evolution through life. Workshops, Women’s retreats, nutrition and yoga immersion programs to support your personal transformation process. Classes, both onsite and online.

See ad page 29.

Pain Relief - Natural HYPNOSIS & LONGEVITY CENTER

ST. ANTHONY’S FREE PAIN CLINIC Dr. Anthony F. Mullen, DCT(P) Village Park Center Rte 940, Pocono Lake 570-504-1681 HypnosisLongevityCenter.com Decrease pain and maximize wellness.

Anthony F. Mullen, DCT(P), Licensed healer, specializes in pain relief and offers affordable services to improve quality of life. Offering low level laser therapy; painless, non-invasive, drugfree treatment used to treat injuries and neurological conditions, such as, fibromyalgia, muscle and join pain, nerve pain/sciatica, carpal tunnel, TMJ, migraines, and more.

physical therapy TANNERSVILLE & MARSHALL’S CREEK PHYSICAL THERAPY

Georgine Todd Rte 715 S, Reeders • 570-629-6073 25 Fox Run Ln, E. Stroudsburg • 70-223-8477 TannersvillePT.com

Overcome physical limitations and injury. Two locations offer a mixture of both traditional exercise-based physical therapy and manual physical therapy techniques for more effective results. These techniques include myofascial release, joint mobilization, craniosacral therapy and massage therapy. Our highly trained staff works one-on-one to educate our clients toward healthy lifestyle changes.

REIKI LIFE HOLISTIC CENTER, LLC

Mountain Top, PA Anthony V Wojnar D.D., OBT, RMT 570-868-6635 ReikiCenterOnline@yahoo.com LifeHolisticReiki.com Our main focus is Reiki, a Spiritual practice which promotes physical, emotional and spiritual healing. We offer Certification in Reiki 1 thru Reiki Master/Teacher Usui and Tibetan Style. Reiki and Reiki/Shiatsu sessions and, also a monthly Reiki Share. Reiki 1,Certification Program, Sept 21, 2013, 9:30am5:00pm. Dr. Anthony received a Master/Teacher attunement on Kurama Mtn. Japan, the birthplace of Reiki. CEU’s for Massage Therapists.

retreat center CIRCLE OF TREES

391 Schocopee Rd, Milford, PA 18337 484-347-7489 • CircleOf Trees.com We host workshops, led by gifted and experienced facilitators, offering opportunities for spiritual renewal, intellectual stimulation and exploring new skills. Our woodland facility comes with a lake, trails, a fire pit and dorm style or private rooms. Rent our 300 acre fully stocked lodge for your next retreat or event. Perfect for yoga, healing, outdoor pursuits or your annual club meeting.

From 1 day to a full week. See ad page 27.

rolfing ROLFING by Vickie Kovar

Healing Art Center Merchants Plaza 2937 Route 611, Tannersville, PA 18372 570-332-4365 Rolfing-Fascia.com

VETERINARIAN - Holistic CREATURE COMFORTS VETERINARY SERVICE

Dr. Karin Breitlauch 820-822 Old Route 115, Saylorsburg 570-992-0400 CreatureComfortsVet.net

Vickie, an 18 year accomplished Rolfer, works by realigning the pervasive fascial tissue network in the body that can relieve pain in areas such as, Migraines, Sciatica, Bugling Discs, Arthritis, Neck Pain, Carpel Tunnel, Back pain and much more.

Vickie is a Certified Rolfer, Rolf Movement Teacher , Visceral Manipulation and Cranio-Sacral Therapist.

Free 20 minute free consultations available. See ad page 27.

Give your creature comfort. We integrate the best of traditional and nontraditional state-of-the-art diagnostics and medicine in order to treat the “whole” patient. Offering acupuncture, traditional Chinese herbs, chiropractic, cold laser therapy, food therapy, Tui-Na, and homeopathy. We also feature a full service acute/ critical care facility with 24 hour staffing, as well as extensive medical, dental and surgical options.

ROLFING® STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION OF NORTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA

ARSHA VIDYA

Richard Paterson, Certified Rolfer™ Practicing in Milford and Scranton/W-B 571-265-9950 Richard@RolfingNEPA.com RolfingNEPA.com

Rolfing improves posture, makes movement easier, and reduces structural pain. It can release longheld patterns or restore movement after injury or surgery. Rolfing has helped dancers, performers, and athletes use their bodies more efficiently. See ad page 30.

SEXUAL HEALTH THERAPY Alexandra T. Milspaw, M.Ed., M.Ed., LPC

Bethlehem, PA www.alexandramilspaw.com 484-894-1246

Yoga Mark Hertel 651 Rte 115, Saylorsburg 570-992-2339 • Avp@epix.net ArshaVidya.org Arsha Vidya Yoga Studio teaches traditional Hatha yoga to help students develop strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination among other benefits, including calmness and resolution.

Arsha Vidya Gurukulam is an institute for the traditional study of Advaita Vedanta, Sanskrit, yoga, Ayurveda, astrology, and other classical Indian disciplines.

Stillpoint Yoga Studio 155 State Road 94 Blairstown, NJ 07825 908-902-4082 DeliaQuigley.com

Sexual health counselor and educator utilizing NLP and Mindfulness-based approaches. Learn easy, quick techniques to move towards healing your life and relationships by reprograming your nervous system’s response to stress and pain. “Breathe.

Believe. Be.” Anything is possible!

Come to know your physical body through the power of stretch, balance and internalizing your awareness.

Increase flexibility, manage stress and improve conditioning. Over 20 classes weekly including Broken Bodies therapeutic, beginner and advanced classes. New student special of 30 days unlimited yoga for just $30. We also offer Teacher Training certification programs. See ad page 21.

SPIRITUAL COUNSELING

YOGA THERAPY

KATHY AGATE BROWN

ELEVATIONS YOGA THERAPY

Kathy Agate Brown has training and certification in both Aromatherapy and Herbology. Her training in Spiritual Counseling allows her to incorporate Intuitive readings in her sessions as well as Clinical Hypnotherapy. Her intent is to bring all beliefs together through education and communication. See ad page 23.

Elevate your body, your mind and more.

This therapeutic style of yoga reaches into and releases deep-seated layers of spinal tension by using precise angles, blankets and hands on personalized adjustments so that the body opens gently yet deeply from the inside out. Reduce stress. Relieve back pain. Restore energy and enjoy increased flexibility.

This class is for everyone. No experience necessary.

Classes Mon & Fri 10am. or Wed 1pm. Private sessions also available. Call for evening classes.

Shooting For The Moon 3200 Hamilton East Road, Stroudsburg 570-992-0943 ShootingForTheMoon.com Agate@ShootingForTheMoon.com

Cyndee Gischel Graham CSYT Svaroopa® Yoga Therapist 2230 Corriere Rd. Easton Pa 610-653-0904

calendarofevents NOTE: All calendar events must be received via email by the 15th of the month and adhere to our guidelines. Email LVcalendar@naturalawakeningsmag.com for guidelines and to submit entries. No phone calls or faxes, please. Or visit http:// www.healthylehighvalley.com to submit online.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4 Woman I Am – A beautiful healing weekend, a chance to focus on you what you are feeling this moment?

Honor our inner beauty, strength, and love within a sacred circle of sisterhood. Nature, walking, journaling, quiet, laughter, large and small group workshops, and ceremony. Circle of Trees Retreat Center, 391 Schocopee Rd, Milford, PA. 484-347-7489

MONDAY, OCTOBER 7 Mood-Food-Energy – An online nutrition class.

A food based detoxification and transformation program designed to transition you gradually off of unhealthy, disease causing foods and onto a higher quality whole foods diet. With Delia Quigley of Stillpoint Schoolhouse. 908-902-4082.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11 Holistic Evening Expo – Enjoy a unique and exciting evening to embrace the “Body, Mind and Spirit”.

Learn more about holistic health and wellness. Fitness, Aromatherapy, Nutrition, Feng Shui, Holistic Design, Massage, Reiki and Roses. Refreshments, Artwork, Vendors, Demos, Lectures and Spiritual Readings. 6:30pm. Rutherfurd Hall, Allamuchy, NJ. 908 797-5225.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12 Relaxation and Roses – Retreat for women with exercises, tools and tips for nurturing yourself and to support your loved ones.

With Sandra Marie Humby. 10am-4pm. Spring Meadow Farm, Hope NJ. Contact 908 797-5225

Apple Jam – A farm-fresh celebration featuring America’s favorite fruit! Apple Bake-Off, Chef Demo, Apple Pie Eating Contest, Apple Sampling, Apple games and more! 9am -1pm. Easton Farmers’ Market, Centre Square, Easton.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13 Rose 1 Workshop – Personal healing with the power of the Rose. Explore the Mystery held within the heart of the Rose and experience the magical healing power of the 11 Roses in the original Rose Alchemy set. $125 includes vegetarian lunch. 10am4:30pm. Spring Meadow Farm, Hope NJ. Contact 908 797-5225 Learn Your True Source – A workshop using wisdom from various traditions to help clear emotional baggage and stagnation and prepare participants for a more positive and fulfilling existence. $125, includes an organic healthy meal. 11am-5pm. Milford, Pennsylvania. Call 631-848-6062

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15 Lyme Disease and Alternative Medicine – Learn how nutrition, botanicals, homeopathy and alternative medicine ca help. Free with RSVP. Sunrise Nutrition Center, 149 Route 94, Blairstown NJ, 908-362-6868.

Holistic Chamber of Commerce Meeting – 3rd Tuesday of each month. Dutch treat for dinner/ drinks, community building and networking. Members: Free. Non-members two meetings free then $5/meeting. 6:30-8:30pm. Perkins Restaurant, 600 Rte 940, Mount Pocono. RSVP to Melissa Luddeni.

570-350-6129.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17 Healthy Thursday – A great day to stock up on healthy products. 20% off all non-sale supplements. Every third Thursday of the month. Ed’s Health Foods, 180 Mountain Ave. Hackettstown.

908-979-0888.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19 Monroe County Farm Tour – Know the source of your food. Various farms open for education and fun. Visit Josie Porter Farm 9am-3pm for snacks and workshops and to check out their community farm stand. Free. 6514 Cherry Valley Rd, Stroudsburg.

570-992-0899 Mystical Gypsy Travel Circus – One night only.

Do not miss the fire dancers, belly dancers, readers, intuitives, jugglers, and more. DJ all night long to dance the night away under the stars. You can also stay over at our lodge. Circle of Trees Retreat Center, 391 Schocopee Rd, Milford, PA. 484-347-7489

MONDAY, OCTOBER 21 Mind-Body Wellness – An online nutrition class.

A food based detoxification and transformation program designed to transition you gradually off of unhealthy, disease causing foods and onto a higher quality whole foods diet. With Delia Quigley of Stillpoint Schoolhouse. 908-902-4082.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23 Non-Invasive Laser Pain Clinic – Reduce pain with FDA approved laser therapy. Clients with limited health insurance. Only 8 clients per week. Must pre-schedule. No walk-ins. 1-5pm. $10. Hypnosis & Longevity Center, 124 Village Park Dr (Rte 940), Ste 2, Pocono Lake. 570-504-1681

TURSDAY, OCTOBER 24 Nutritional Certification Course – First class of the Thursday winter session preparing students to take the Nutritionist Certification test. A 12 week, 6 month course. 11am-4pm. Meets every other week - Seating Limited. Dian’s Wellness Simplified, Morristown NJ. RSVP at 973 267-4816.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25 Spooky Night – Family Friendly night includes Boogerberry Man and Scarecrow presentaion by Steve DiLauro 6:30pm. Check out their community farm stand. Free. Josie Porter Farm, 6514 Cherry Valley Rd, Stroudsburg. 570-992-0899

Autumn is

a second spring when every leaf is a flower. ~Albert Camus

36

Pocono, PA / Warren Co., NJ

www.healthylehighvalley.com

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26 Yoga 4 Classrooms Intensive – A one-day workshop for school teachers, counselors, administrators, PhysEd teachers, health educators, therapists.

Learn tools to be able to successfully share yoga with children. Includes a fully-illustrated program manual. Help children see the beauty and light within themselves. $180. Visit Childlightyoga. com. Yoga Loft, 521 East 4th St, Bethlehem. Call to reserve. 610.867.9642 Reiki 1, Certification Program – Includes the history of Reiki, Japanese Reiki Techniques, Reiki 1 Initiation, hands-on practice time a 179 page manual.

CEUs for Massage Therapists. 9:30am-5pm. Life Holistic Center, in Mountaintop, PA. 570-868-6635 Natural Dye Workshop – Learn how to dye materials without harsh chemicals. Check out their community farm stand. $50. Josie Porter Farm, 6514 Cherry Valley Rd, Stroudsburg. 570-992-0899 Paranormal Investigation – Weekend expo attendees will have the opportunity to attend and participate in paranormal group networking sessions and workshops as well as browse through the various exhibitors and vendors throughout the afternoon.

Circle of Trees Retreat Center, 391 Schocopee Rd, Milford, PA. 484-347-7489

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27 Nutritional Certification Course – First class of the Sunday winter session preparing students to take the Nutritionist Certification test. A 12 week, 6 month course. 11am-4pm. Meets every other week - Seating Limited. Dian’s Wellness Simplified, Morristown NJ. RSVP at 973 267-4816.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30 Improving Digestion – An online nutrition class.

A food based detoxification and transformation program designed to transition you gradually off of unhealthy, disease causing foods and onto a higher quality whole foods diet. With Delia Quigley of Stillpoint Schoolhouse. 908-902-4082.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2 Holiday Craft Fundraiser – Lehighton Area Pool Pals and Lehighton Rotary is having their yearly Holiday Craft Show at Lehighton Rec Center.

Photos with Santa, Used Book Sale and Chinese action. Crafters Wanted. 10:45am -4:30pm. 243 South 8th Street, Lehighton. For information call 610-377-9706.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6 Wacky Wednesday – Storewide sale with 5% to 15% off everything in the store. Vegan, vegetarian and Gluten-free foods. Vitamins, minerals and herbs included. Every First Monday. Ed’s Health Foods, 180 Mountain Ave. Hackettstown. 908-979-0888.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9 Acupressure Facelift – Stephen Hoog, Macrobiotic Consultant, will present a routine using acupressure points on the face, neck, shoulder and arms which tones muscles, moves lymph, smooths wrinkles, tightens skin and improves blood circulation. No instant results but regular use improves the condition of the facial area. 1:30-3:30pm. $25. Yoga House Stroudsburg. Call 610-736-6867.

savethedate GREENRIDGE WELLNESS and holistic expo November 9 and 10 – 10am to 6pm Learn about chiropractic, massage, reiki, supplements, weight loss, essential oils and other natural ways to improve your body, mind and spirit. More than 20 vendors dedicated to providing holistic products and services will be on hand. Keynote Speaker Christine Alexandria of Angel Chatter. $2.

Clarion Hotel, 300 Meadow Ave, Scranton. Vendor inquiries welcome. Call Kristen at 570-507-9494.

savethedate A Natural Medicine Forum Natural Solutions for Disease Tuesday, October 15 - 6pm Join us for a free, informal Question and Answer Forum with Dr. Michael Jude Loquasto ND, PHD, DC. Bring your health related questions and benefit from Dr. Mike’s 50 years of experience in Natural Health. Understand how chiropractic internal medicine, custom herbal formulations and non-invasive oral chelation can benefit you. All are welcome.

A Natural Medicine Clinic, 2571 Baglyos Circle, Bethlehem. 484-821-1460 for more information.

savethedate HERBAL OUTREACH CLINIC 1st Monday of the month

By Appointment This sliding scale teaching clinic is held once per month to offer expert herbal and nutritional advice to economically challenged people seeking relief from chronic disease. The fee for clients is from $0 to $$$ based on what they can afford. The $0 client can even get herbs for free. Do not let lack of money keep you from your best possible health.

Appointment required. 908-689-6140. Changewater Wellness Center. Changewater NJ. ChangewaterWellnessCenter.com

savethedate Holistic Evening Expo October 11, Friday 6:30 pm Rutherfurd Hall, Allamuchy, NJ Come and enjoy a unique and exciting evening to embrace the “Body, Mind and Spirit”. Learn more about the natural world of holistic health and wellness - Fitness, Aromatherapy, Nutrition, Feng Shui, Holistic Design, Massage, Reiki and Roses.

Refreshments, Artwork, Vendors, Demos, Lectures and Spiritual Readings. Vendor inquiries welcome.

HolisticEvening.com. 908 797-5225.

savethedate Rose Retreat Day for Women With Sandra Marie Humby A Day of Relaxation and Roses for You - Exercises, tools and tips for yourself and to support your loved ones. October 12, 10am-4pm Rose 1 Workshop - Personal healing with the power of the Rose. Explore the Mystery held within the heart of the Rose and experience the magical healing power of the 11 Roses in the original Rose Alchemy set. $125 includes vegetarian lunch. October 13, 10am-4.30pm.

Spring Meadow Farm, Hope NJ. 908 797-5225.

ongoing events daily Care Alternatives Volunteers – Care Alternatives is actively recruiting Reiki Practitioners, Certified Massage Therapists and Comfort Volunteers to impact the lives of Hospice patients. 866-821-1212.

Boys’ and Girls’ Peer Support Groups – Topics include: friendship and bullying, self-esteem, media messages, organization, time management, hygiene, internet safety, communication and body language and emotion management. 45 min. for 10 wks. Call for group start dates. $25 per session, free for Medicaid/NJ Family Care. The Center for Assessment and Treatment. 254B Mountain Ave, Suite 300, Hackettstown. 908-852-5858

sunday Hatha Yoga – 8-9:15am. 1st & 3rd weekends only.

In the tradition of the Mysore school of yoga. Develop strength, flexibility, balance, calmness, and resolution. $12. Activity Center, Arsha Vidya Gurukulam, Saylorsburg. 570-992-2339. MarkHert@ gmail.com. ArshaVidya.org.

monday Therapeutic Yoga –Variety of yoga classes for adolescents and adults throughout the day. 9am-4pm.

Comprehensive Psychological Services, 274 Rte 940, Ste 103, Blakeslee. 570-643-0222.

Hatha Yoga – In the tradition of the Mysore school of yoga. Develop strength, flexibility, balance, calmness, and resolution. $12. 5-6:15pm. Activity Center, Arsha Vidya Gurukulam, Old Rte 115, Saylorsburg.

570-992-2339.

Guided Meditation & Prayer Group – First we meditate then we send out group energy to those who need it. All welcome. Donation. 6:30-7:30pm.

Shooting for the Moon, 3200 Hamilton East Rd, Snydersville. 570-992-0943.

Yoga and More – Learn yoga from an experienced yoga teacher and yoga therapist. Each student is encouraged to explore their personal needs while following a moderate sequence that brings balance to the strength and flexibility of the body. All levels. $10 or 4cl/$35. 5pm. Minerva Wellness, 52 Deer Ln, Honesdale. 570-253-8060 Prenatal Yoga – The body has an innate wisdom about the stages of pregnancy, labor and birth.

Class is designed to reconnect with this natural process. Yoga can alleviate many of the common discomforts of pregnancy. 6:15pm. With Mary Cardinal. $10 or $35 for 4 classes. Minerva Wellness, 52 Deer Ln, Honesdale. 570-253-8060 Yoga Flow – An introduction into the basic vinyasa style of yoga. It includes connecting the movement to the breath for all levels of experience, but is a particularly good class for the beginner or novice.

6:30pm. StillPoint Yoga Studio, 155 RT94, Blairstown. 908-902-4082.

natural awakenings

October 2013

37

classifieds APEALS Big Brothers Big Sisters – Needs volunteers for children living in Phillipsburg. Please call today to learn how you can help a child grow up. 908-6890436 or INFO@BBBSHSW.ORG Healers Wanted – Help us to aid in the healing environment at Pocono Medical Center. Seeking volunteers for the Complementary & Alternative Medicine Program. Interested practitioners in Reiki and massage, artists and musicians please contact Jill Howell at 570-476-3443 or email JHowell@ pmcHealthSystem.org .

Hunterdon Helpline – Looking for caring volunteers! Spend an hour a week with a senior, tutor an ESL/ GED learner, or become a translator (looking for all languages). 908-782-4357 literacy@ helplinehc.org

COURSES Hypnotherapy Certification Classes - 150 hours.

“At Home” and/or classroom environment and “hands-on” practice experience. Reasonably priced!

Payment plans accepted. For more info or to register contact Bev Bley L.P.N;C.M.Ht. at C.H.A.N.G.E. 610.797.8250. Coopersburg area.

OPPORTUNITIES Love scented candles? We are looking for distributors www.getnaturalwaxcandlesnow.com 908-3192455 for more info.

Established Pennsylvania Academy For Sale - DOE Licensed. Growing demand. Call 267-424-4549.

Massage Therapist Wanted – Independent Massage Therapist wanted to join Nazareth Wellness Center. Not an hourly position. 610-365-8996

PRODUCTS Kayak – 1-2 person Wilderness Systems PAMILCO PRO in Kevlar at 56 lbs., by 15 feet. Yellow deck with white bottom, good condition, best offer.

570.454.6491 Portable Steam Sauna – And or Ozone. The Hyperthermic Chamber portable personal steam sauna system by Longevity Resources. Never used. Also, Arch-Eeez back support. Best offers. 570.454.6491 Hypnotherapy CDs and DVDs – Weight Control, Smoking Cessation, Insomnia, Personal Development, Stress Management, Procrastination. Prices: CDs $29- DVDs $49. Call Bev at 610.797.8250 or order through “products” section at www.4change. com Mention this ad for a $5 discount!

SERVICES Professional Freelance Writing Services – Know what you want to say but not sure how to say it?

Press releases, brochures, website content, newsletters and blogs. I do the writing so you don’t have to. Beth Davis, WriteSource, Inc. 239-269-6235.

38

Pocono, PA / Warren Co., NJ

Simply Yoga – Suitable for those looking to improve the physical as well as emotional well being.

Incorporates breathing exercises to calm the nervous system, asanas and sun salutations that support the overall well-being of body and mind. 5:15. StillPoint Yoga Studio, 115 RT94, Blairstown. 908-902-4082.

tuesday Therapeutic Reiki – Individual and group sessions for children, adolescents, and adults. Comprehensive Psychological Services, 274 Rte 940, Ste 103, Blakeslee. 570-643-0222.

Yoga I: Vinyasa-Style Yoga – 9:45am. $15/drop in or membership. 9am-4pm. Elevations Health Club Marshalls Creek, Meadow Lake Plaza, Rte 209.

570-223-7725.

Modified Ashtanga Class – More advanced poses.

6-7:15pm. $15. The Wellness Works, Rte 390, Mountainhome. 570-242-7283.

Holistic Chamber of Commerce Meeting – 3rd Tuesday of each month. Dutch treat for dinner/ drinks, community building and networking. Members: Free. Non-members two meetings free then $5/ meeting. 6:30-8:30pm. Perkins Restaurant (Back Meeting Rm), 600 PA Rte 940, Mount Pocono.

RSVP to Melissa Luddeni, LMT: 570-350-6129.

Edgar Cayce Group – Discusses the various aspects of Edgar Cayce, dreams, book study, meditation, and more. All welcome. 7-8:30pm. Donation.

Shooting for the Moon, 3200 Hamilton East Rd, Snydersville. 570-992-0943.

wednesday Natural Health Talk – Learn about drug-free ways to be your best. Covers overall health, nervous system, nutrition and the spine. Always time to ask questions. 6:30pm. Free. Please call ahead to RSVP. Life is Good Chiropractic, 1807 Route 209, Brodheadsville. 570-992-2929 Non-Invasive Laser Pain Clinic – Reduce pain with FDA approved Laser therapy. Clients with limited health insurance and low income only; clients with health insurance please schedule another time. 8 clients per week. Must pre-schedule. No walk-ins. 1-5pm. $10. Hypnosis & Longevity Center, 124 Village Park Dr (Rte 940), Ste 2, Pocono Lake. 570-504-1681 Tai Chi – Experience the benefits of this moving, meditative practice. All levels. 5:15pm. Asian Institute, 315 Pocono Blvd, Mt Pocono. 570-839-1898.

Sibling Therapy Group – Every other Wednesday.

For children and adolescents with brothers and sister diagnosed with physical, mental, and/or emotional disabilities. Focus on understanding and acceptance and give participants a chance to interact with others.

5:30-7pm. Comprehensive Psychological Services, 274 Rte 940, Ste 103, Blakeslee. 570-643-0222.

thursday Guided Meditation & Prayer Group – First we meditate then we send out group energy to those who need it. All welcome. Donation. 10-11am. Shooting for the Moon, 3200 Hamilton East Rd, Snydersville.

570-992-0943.

www.healthylehighvalley.com

Hatha Yoga – In the tradition of the Mysore school of yoga. Develop strength, flexibility, balance and resolution. $12. 6:30-7:45pm. Arsha Vidya Gurukulam, Old Rte 115, Saylorsburg. 570-992-2339.

Silent Sitting – With Bodhi. Bring inner balance and stillness to your life through guided silent or active meditation designed to relax the body and mind. 6:30-8pm. $8. Effort location. 570-977-0814 Silent Meditation Group Meeting – 2nd Thursday.

All welcome. Experience a deep sense of warmth and relaxation as you learn to create a space for deeper silence in your life. A unique opportunity to go deeply inward. No group discussion since it tends to stimulate the mind and ego. 7-8:15pm.

Free. Effort. RSVP & directions call 570-977-0814.

friday TGIF Yoga – All levels. A light-hearted, wellbalanced yoga class with a focus on good alignment.

6-7:15pm. 1st class free. $10. Dingmans Medical, Center for Infinite Health, 1592 Rte 739, Dingmans Ferry. 845-790-3408.

Freebie Fridays – Reiki Share 1st & 3rd Fridays.

Runes/Psychic Defense 2nd Friday. Tarot Circle 1st Friday, guest speaker on other night. 7-9pm.

Donation. Shooting for the Moon, 3200 Hamilton, Stroudsburg. RSVP. 570-992-0943.

Yoga and More – Learn yoga from an experienced yoga teacher and yoga therapist. Each student is encouraged to explore their personal needs while following a moderate sequence that brings balance to the strength and flexibility of the body. All levels. $10 or 4cl/$35. 4:15pm. Minerva Wellness, 52 Deer Ln, Honesdale. 570-253-8060

saturday Natural Health Talk – Learn about drug-free ways to be your best. Covers overall health, nervous system, nutrition and the spine. Always time to ask questions. 9am. Free. Please call ahead to RSVP. Life is Good Chiropractic, 1807 Route 209, Brodheadsville. 570-992-2929 Social Skills Group – For children and adolescents ages 5-18 with autism spectrum disorders as well as those with behavioral and emotional difficulties who need to develop communication and interaction skills. Every other Saturday. 9am-4pm. Comprehensive Psychological Services, 274 Rte 940, Ste 103, Blakeslee. 570-643-0222.

Meditation Workshop – Quiet your mind and enjoy true peacefulness. 1st & 3rd weekends only.

10am-12:30pm. Vegetarian lunch 12:30pm. Tunga Classroom, Arsha Vidya Gurukulam, RR 5 Box 5050 (Old Rte 115), Saylorsburg. 570-992-2339.

Tai Chi –Adults of all ages and physical abilities can partake and gain the many benefits and healing aspects of Tai chi. With Janet Butchko. 3 sessions - 11am, 1pm, 3pm. $40/8 class series or $5/class.

Shooting for the Moon, 3200 Hamilton East Rd, Stroudsburg. 570-992-0943.

Hatha Yoga – Develop strength, flexibility, balance, calmness and resolution. 1st & 3rd weekends. Beginners series. 4:30-5:45pm. $12. Arsha Vidya Gurukulam, RD 5 Box 5050, Saylorsburg. 570-992-2339.

natural awakenings

®

healthy living

Savvy marketing is often the difference between success & failure.

That’s why Natural Awakenings ™ is the smart choice when it comes to growing your business.

In today’s competitive marketplace, you need solutions that are effective and affordable. Whatever your budget, Natural Awakenings® offers you several marketing opportunities to promote your products or services to a health-conscious, affluent, educated audience.

Coming Next Month

Personal

Growth Live the Life of Your Dreams

Natural Awakenings’ November Issue Provides You the Resources

Compare our rates. Our distribution reaches over 30,000 natural living readers throughout Monroe, Pike, Northern Carbon, and Northern Northampton Counties in PA & Warren County in NJ. ne

Co

un

ty

Pike County Pennsylvania

W ay

New York State Lackawaxen

Lake Wallenpaupack

Shohola Westfall Milford Matamoras

Blooming Grove

Palmyra

Dingman

Milford

Greene

Lehman

Mount Pocono

Price Paradise

Tobyhanna e t Sid idder Eas K

nn

Pe

Chestnuthill Polk

Smithfield

Stroud Stroudsburg

st Ea sburg d ou

Str

Hamilton

Portland

a

qu

ha

Pa

T rry

Eldred

Penn Argyl

Knowlton TWP

Lower Mount Bethel

Frelingnuysen TWP

Allamuchy TWP

Hope TWP

Bangor

Wind Gap Washington Plainfield

Hardwick TWP

Blairstown TWP

Upper Mount Bethel

Ross

Carbon County Pennsylvania

P

W

Jackson t

s Fore

Warren County New Jersey

Middle Smithfield

Pocono

Tunkhannock

Dela ware

Delaware

Porter Barrett

Coolbaugh

Rive

r

Monroe County Pennsylvania

Liberty TWP

Independence TWP Hackettstown

Belvidere White TWP

Oxford TWP

Washington TWP

Mansfield TWP

Washington

Northampton County Pennsylvania

To have one of our professionals speak with you, call 610-421-4443 or email LVSales@naturalawakeningsmag.com.

We have the tools and market experience to help your business grow.

Natural Awakenings®… the smart investment for tremendous results!

For For more information about about advertising and and how how you you can can participate, call call

000-000-0000 610-421-4443