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Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more 13 6 newsbriefs balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal 11 eventspotlight growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

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letterfrompublisher For three years in a row, Josh and I had the New Year’s resolution that we would get up an hour earlier on weekdays to walk our dogs. This would be a great physical activity for our dogs and it would allow us to spend some extra time together each day. The hurdle was that neither of us were morning people. Before we had Mays, I had mastered getting ready for work in 10 minutes (including making breakfast) and Josh’s hand seemed to be magnetically drawn to the snooze button.

In the 10 years that we have been doggie parents together, despite three year’s worth of resolutions, we have never taken our dogs on a morning walk. We love our dogs, we love each other and we love spending time outside.

Nevertheless, the before-7 a.m.-factor simply made our resolution unrealistic.

Resolutions can be great motivators for some, but they can become discouraging when the goal is not met. Instead, I have chosen to set a sankalpa, or intention. This yogic approach offers a more positive and holistic alternative to traditional resolutions.

For me, a sankalpa embraces the journey and its efforts, with less pressure focused on the outcome.

Whether you choose a resolution or a sankalpa, as with any instance of goal setting, it’s best to set yourself up for success, although the path to achievement can vary widely from person to person. Josh and I have accepted that exercising in the morning is not realistic for the two of us, but a late afternoon run for him and an evening yoga class for me are both possible and productive.

This month’s issue of Natural Awakenings provides insight into many paths to wellness. If you want to get in better shape, read, “Stand Up and Move,” and get motivated to start small. According to the article, it’s beneficial to simply sit less, and with 20 minutes of exercise a day, individuals can experience significant improvements of well-being. If your eating habits need a makeover, check out “Sustainable Weight Loss,” for some tips that include knowing which foods burn fat and how sweets can be a part of a healthy diet.

In the spirit of this health-focused time of year, fill your schedule with events from our calendar. The Mobile/Baldwin community is putting on healthy living events for the whole family this month: family yoga classes, a rain barrel workshop, vision board workshops, writing classes, a wellness expo, Reiki certifications, an Ayurveda class and much more.

And let’s not forget about our four-legged family members. Turn to “Raw Food Diets for Pets,” for expert advice on what types of meals are best for them. We may not walk our dogs every day, but they will enjoy balanced meals of raw, home-cooked and store-bought foods!

Let’s embrace this time of new beginnings and feel inspired to set our intentions high. I wish for each of you a year of abundant health and happiness.

Cheers!

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newsbriefs Mind-Body-Spirit Wellness Workshops in Mobile Rev. Kelly Laurendine, educator and founder of Body In Spirit, is offering Body In Spirit Sundays at Fortis College Massage Therapy of Mobile (FortisMassageMobile.com).

The spiritual wellness programs are designed to instruct, motivate, inspire and transform attendees. Laurendine is certified in several yogic, bodywork and energetic modalities.

Although each workshop can be experienced separately, material from one builds upon another.

Attending them all allows for a full transformational experience. The Sacred Movement series fuses elements of yoga, qigong, martial arts and dance. This Rev. Kelly Laurendine exhilarating but gentle series opens the body and improves posture, while creating greater body awareness, energy flow and mobility.

The Sacred Yoga series emphasizes deep integration of the spiritual-physicalenergetic aspects of the body and of the movements themselves, with the quieting and focusing of the mind. Laurendine has practiced for more than 20 years and brings an eclectic yet fluid styling to this heart-centered yoga practice.

The Energy series explores the body’s energy field (aura), teaches how to see, feel and clear energy, and provides a foundational understanding of energy through various cultural systems such as the chakras, Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Reiki certifications are also available.

Location: 3590 Pleasant Valley Rd. For more information, call 251-753-1937, email KellyLaurendine@gmail.com or visit BodyInSpirit.com. See listing, page 34.

Grand Opening For New Health Hut in Daphne The Health Hut, in Daphne, is hosting an Open House celebration for their grand opening from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., December 4 and 5. Guests will sample products such as energy bars, protein, vitamins, essential oils and more. Door prizes will be given away daily, along with free chair massage and refreshments. Owner Jeff Sheldon, MS, and the knowledgeable staff of the Health Hut will be on hand to answer health and fitness questions.

For nearly 30 years, The Health Hut has been the go-to place for high quality, whole-food vitamins, herbs and sport supplements at great prices, coupled with a well-educated staff. Sheldon has more than 10 years of experience working with local and professional athletes. He provides personalized education to athletes on how to eat properly to fuel their workout, which in turn enables them to enhance their sports performance and reach their personal goals.

Location: 6845 U.S. 90, across from the Fresh Market. For more information, please call 251-621-1865. See ad, page 21.

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Change Your Hair, Transform Your Life In celebration of the New Year, B-Butterfly, in Fairhope, is offering a transformative makeover to a deserving woman in the Mobile/ Baldwin area. The Salon believes that hair can change lives and is asking the community to come forth with the perfect candidate for this life-changing opportunity.

The staff is looking for candidates that are motivated to make a positive change in their lives.

Whether the individual is temporarily out of work, inspired to get a better job or motivated to pursue a higher education, B-Butterfly believes that a comprehensive makeover can provide the confidence boost necessary to give someone a needed boost and move them towards success.

Interested individuals should apply in person at B-Butterfly. The winner will enjoy a makeover (hair, make-up and nails), wardrobe update and one-on-one coaching toward a healthier, more successful life.

At B-Butterfly, the goal of the salon staff is to provide clients with the highest quality service in a professional and relaxing environment. They specialize in using color processes that are better for clients’ health and our environment, with the goal of enriching inner beauty and enhancing outer beauty.

Location: 103B Bancroft St., Fairhope. For more information, call 251-990-9934 or visit BButterflySalon.com. See ad, page 9.

Hypnotherapy Reinforces New Year’s Resolutions Resolutions are a popular tradition for New Year’s. Now there is a government resource site (usa.gov/Citizen/ Topics/New-Years-Resolutions.shtml) for helping people plan healthy resolutions regarding smoking cessation, weight loss, alcohol consumption or getting a better job. Making personal Marquerite Dillon changes is very challenging.

Marquerite Dillon, RN, BSN, HCN, CHT, suggests that resolutions need to be broken down into achievable dayto-day steps of action. She says, “Before clients come to me for help to accomplish goals of losing weight or smoking cessation, I have them analyze and write down what their habits are and exactly how they are going to change them.”

Dillon uses hypnosis to help clients align their subconscious mind with conscious desires. In each session, she discusses the desired change with the client, gets them very relaxed and then uses positive suggestions to verbalize the plan of action back to them. Dillon makes a CD recording of the session for the client to listen to every day so the new plan of healthier action becomes part of the client’s everyday life through visualization.

For more information, call 251-272-1030, visit MobileHypnosis.co or find MIND Matters - Mobile Hypnosis on Facebook. See listing, page 34.

Slim Down, Naturally Plexus Slim is an all-natural product that helps people lose weight and inches by burning fat instead of muscle. It also helps keep blood sugar, cholesterol and lipids at healthy levels, reduces binge eating and increases willpower over food. Local distributor Missy Ross is encouraging individuals to work towards their weight loss goals with this easy-touse and effective product.

Plexus Slim harnesses the beneficial essences of two plant extract concentrates, provides proven effectiveness in slimming and provides beauty benefits, too. Compounded using a proprietary process, its effectiveness has been clinically proven.

The body naturally stores fat, most commonly in the stomach, thigh and buttock areas. These excess fat stores contain toxins that can cause havoc with our immune system. Ultimately, this may lead to heart disease, diabetes, loss of energy, depression and other debilitating conditions. Simply pour Plexus Slim into a bottle of water 30 minutes before a meal, drink it and experience the proven results.

For more information, call 228-623-6126 or visit DrinkPlexusPink.com. See ad, page 19.

Y¯apana Yoga Master Intensive at Synergy Mapping The Body, a two-anda-half-day Y¯apana yoga course, led by Leeann Carey, will be held from March 15 to 17, at Synergy Yoga & Pilates, in Mobile.

The weekend will deepen the experience of teachers and serious students by teaching basic anatomy and kinesiology as it is applied to safe and intelligent yoga movement. By understanding the body’s shape, structure and movement through space, workshop attendees develop the capability to adapt to the individual needs of themselves and their students.

Y¯apana yoga is a uniquely inspired and innovative blend of Vinyasa flow designed to warm and prepare the body for poses that are held dynamically and restoratively using props for therapeutic support. Y¯apana practice is easily modified and adapted to meet individual student needs at all levels of experience and skill.

Y¯apana course participation applies toward a 300-hour RYT training and earns 2.0 ACE and 24 Yoga Alliance continuing education credits.

Location: 3152 Old Shell Rd. Tuition is $445, with $100 off for registration by Feb. 15 (enter coupon code MB7). To register, call 1-888-752-5513 or visit LeeAnnCareyYogaShopping.com.

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newsbriefs Free Water Testing by Benjamin Franklin Plumbing Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, serving all of Baldwin County, is offering Natural Awakenings readers free water testing to see what might be in their water. Locally owned and operated by Greg and Pam Rice, the company guarantees on-time service.

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing's H20 Harmony Water Filtration system improves household tap water by treating problems you can see and those you can’t, including sediment and turbidity; tastes and odors (their own special grade of activated carbon provides high-capacity adsorption of tastes and odors); and stains (manganese-treated greensand media is designed to reduce iron and manganese, which stain dishes, fabrics and fixtures). The system also extends the life of fixtures, faucets and pipes. Importantly, consumers will save money, save time and save the planet by not buying water in plastic bottles.

Remember to mention Natural Awakenings for a free water test. For more information, call 251-948-3701 or visit BenjaminFranklinPlumbing. com. See ad, page 10.

Upcoming Workshops at Rosie Bluum Rosie Bluum is kicking off the New Year with a full schedule of January events.

Reiki Level I and II certifications will be offered from 2 to 4 p.m., January 12, by reservation. A Reiki share will follow from 4 to 5 p.m., and all are welcome.

Thomas Orr Anderson will be in Fairhope for the first time from January 18 to 21. Orr, a musician, physicist and sound therapist, will be leading Healing Sound Journey at 6 p.m., January 18. He will be available for private sessions on January 19 and will be working exclusively with massage therapists on January 20, all by appointment. To learn more about Orr, visit HealingSoundJourney.com.

A Prayer Stick Workshop is scheduled for 3 to 5 p.m., January 26. Participants will use Native American traditions to create prayer sticks for a deeper spiritual connection. A Vision Board Workshop is planned during Art Walk on February 1.

Location: 6A Bancroft, Fairhope. For more information and registration, call 251517-5626. For a list of scheduled events, including Rosie Bluum’s ongoing meditation classes and creative writing group, visit RosieBluum.com.

See ad, page 19.

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Biggest Loser Challenge for the New Year A New Year’s Isagenix 30-day weight loss challenge begins January 15, at Bayside Chiropractic Rehab and Laser Therapy, in Fairhope. Screening will take place on January 8 and 10. Isagenix is an all-natural way to lose weight, improve nutrition and feel great, with no drugs involved.

The challenge includes a free initial health screening by Dr. Christian Augustin, free weekly check-ups and weigh-ins by the doctor and his staff, before-andafter pictures, body fat measurement by Augustin, free 30-day membership to All Around Fitness, in Fairhope, and a friendly buddy support system. The grand prize is $500, with additional weekly prizes.

The only cost is for Isagenix vitamins and meal replacement products (approximately $5/meal).

Participants will enjoy the support of a group setting and will learn about healthy habits such as healthy eating, portion control and exercise.

Location: 8335 Gayfer Rd. Ext. Sign up by calling 251-990-8388.

For more information, email Info@ DrBaysideChiro.com or visit DrBaysideChiro.com. See ad, page 19.

Prana Health and Wellness Now Offering Yoga in Fairhope This month, Prana Health and Wellness is moving to the studio space at 209 South Section Street, in Fairhope, where Yoga Birds was formerly located. In addition to the full menu of massage services and energy therapies for which Prana is known, they are now offering a full schedule of yoga classes, including flow yoga, restorative yoga, open meditation and kids’ martial arts.

Owner Becky Ardrey says, “I’m very grateful for the opportunity to continue the yoga tradition in the Section Street studio space, and excited about the new beginnings that lie ahead for everyone involved.”

Prana Health and Wellness will offer an introductory rate of $50 per month for unlimited classes, or $10 per class for drop-ins.

Classes begin on January 3.

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Do you know an independent woman that aspires to bigger and better things? We want to help her achieve a more successful and healthy life.

Interested individuals should apply in person at the salon. The winner will enjoy a makeover (hair, makeup and nails), wardrobe update and one-on-one guidance and support.

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Start the New Year from 10 to 11:30 a.m., January 12, with a healing and transformative yoga nidra practice, led by Tracey Narayani Glover, RYT 200, at Quiet Mind Massage and Yoga, in Mobile. Yoga nidra, or “yogic sleep,” is an ancient practice that helps unify all layers of being and brings balance to mind, body and soul. In this class, students will be guided into a deep meditative state, where they will reconnect with the innate fullness and peace that yoga teaches us is our true nature.

Sankalpa will be incorporated into this practice. Similar to a New Year’s resolution, sankalpa is a resolution for the soul; a deep statement of intention that expresses the fulfillment of our heart’s deepest longing. By planting our Sankalpa in the deep bed of consciousness which we will be tapping into during our yoga nidra practice, we are able to set our intentions in motion at the deepest levels of consciousness. The New Year is a perfect time to begin working with sankapla. Bring a pillow and/or a comfortable blanket and wear loose, comfortable clothing.

Location: 2065 Old Shell Rd. Cost $15. RSVP (required) to Tracey@ShantiWarrior.com. For more information, visit ShantiWarrior.com.

Rain Barrel Workshop The Bay Area Food Bank and Alabama Cooperative Extension Agent Ellen Huckabay will give a Rain Barrel Workshop at 9:30 a.m., January 12, in the food bank’s community garden.

Huckabay will demonstrate construction and best practices of implementing rain barrels in the garden.

The barrels not only save money on water bills, but also reduce yard flooding and provide plants with rainwater that is free of additives found in tap water. The event is free to attend, but for those wanting to follow along and make their own barrel, there is a fee for materials.

Material fee is $25 by cash or check at the event. To register by Jan. 7, contact Bay Area Food Bank Community & Gleaning Coordinator Vanessa Cochran at 251-6531617, ext. 145 or VCochran@ BayAreaFoodBank.org.

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Community of the Gulf Coast Wellness Expo Community of the Gulf Coast will sponsor a Wellness Expo January 19, at the Loxley Civic Center. There will be a morning 5K run beginning at 8:30 a.m., and a vendor exhibit from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with information to enhance physical and spiritual well-being.

Vendors include therapists specializing in reflexology, massage, chiropractic, hypnosis, acupuncture, essential oils and fragrances and food vendors. There will be a central nonprofit organization presenting information about the numerous human service organizations in Mobile and Baldwin counties, as well as a mobile blood bank providing health screenings.

Developing a healthy spiritual nature is also part of a healthy lifestyle, so the four churches involved in putting on the Wellness Expo will have booths to share information on the New Thought Movement and new spirituality that is sweeping the country. There is a need for communities to unite and work together for common goals. Growth doesn’t happen in a vacuum; we each need others to support us in our endeavors when learning a new way, whether that new way is toward better health, new employment, better relationships, better spiritual understanding or a better financial situation.

Each New Year brings an opportunity to begin anew. All of us desire to be successful in our businesses, active in our families, and positive contributors to our communities. As we make resolutions and set goals, the one thing we must remember to do is put caring for ourselves at the top of the list. Living a healthy life requires learning to balance our focus on spirit, mind and body.

Admission and parking is free. Location: Municipal Park Dr. For more information, apply for booth space or register for the 5K, call 251-289-0255, visit CommunityOfTheGulfCoast.org or Facebook.com/CommunityOfTheGulfCoast. See ad, page 27. natural awakenings

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he cumulative exposure to ionizing radiation used in medical diagnostic tests from dental and chest X-rays, mammograms, heart health exams and other procedures adds up, often reaching or surpassing the recommended lifetime limit of 100 milliSieverts (mSv) set by the American College of Radiology, according to a recent Harvard Medical School advisory.

Among the tests that emit ionizing radiation are computerized tomography (CT scans), cardiac catheterizations, coronary CT angiograms, cardiac calcium scoring and some types of stress tests.

Heart tests that pose no radiation risk include electrocardiography (ECG), echocardiography, ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

Dr. Warren Manning, chief of noninvasive cardiac imaging and testing at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, in Boston, and a Harvard Medical School professor, advises, “One or two CT scans over a lifetime is appropriate. But if you have a condition that requires repeated monitoring, a test that does not expose you to ionizing radiation may be preferred.” Many radiologists take precautions to minimize clients’ radiation exposure, such as performing cardiac CT scans with one-sixth the conventional radiation dose.

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ried foods may please the palate, but cooking them in the wrong medium, such as sunflower oil, can present a health risk. Researchers from the University of the Basque Country, in North Spain, have discovered that organic aldehyde compounds become toxic when heated. These chemicals, previously linked with some types of cancer and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, are generated by the degradation of fatty acids in sunflower and other oils high in polyunsaturated fats, and some remain in food after frying. Oils with higher concentrations of monounsaturated fats, such as olive, peanut or coconut, are less worrisome if frying is the only cooking option.

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eniors that integrate strength and balance training into everyday activities experience nearly one-third fewer falls, according to a new study published online

by BMJ (formerly British Medical Journal). A team of researchers at the University of Sydney, Australia, designed and tested the Lifestyle Integrated Functional Exercise program to reduce the risk of falls in people over 70. For example, a prescribed activity for improving balance was to stand on one leg while working, and for strength training, squatting to close a drawer. The study found that the average rate of falls per year for those in the program was 1.66, compared with 2.28 in a control group.

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simple, widely available spice and kitchen staple may help us trim our waistlines. New research published in the American Chemical Society’s Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry gives the nod to black pepper. The study provides evidence of a long-sought explanation for the beneficial, fat-fighting effects of the common seasoning. Piperine, the pungent-tasting substance that gives black pepper its characteristic taste, helps block the formation of new fat cells.

Flame Retardant May Pose Health Risks

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besity, anxiety and developmental and reproductive problems have all been linked to small quantities of a flame retardant frequently used in furniture and baby products, according to a recent, limited study on rats by researchers at Duke University. Baby rats with mothers that ingested small amounts of the chemical Firemaster 550 gained more weight than those that weren’t exposed, and exposed female offspring displayed more anxiety, reached puberty earlier and exhibited abnormal reproductive cycles.

Study co-author Heather Stapleton, Ph.D., associate professor of environmental chemistry at Duke’s Nicholas School of the Environment, is a leading expert on flame retardants, particularly children’s exposure to the toxic chemicals they can release. She specifically notes that the new research assessed exposure to doses far lower than those of earlier studies. “This raises red flags about a widely used chemical that we know little about,” advises Stapleton. “What we do know is that it’s common in house dust, and people, especially kids, are being exposed to it.”

“Firemaster 550 was put on the market with almost no study,” says Linda Birnbaum, director of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, which funded the new research. She says the preliminary findings strongly suggest the need for more studies.

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ccording to a recent article published in Green American magazine, 93 percent of Americans believe that genetically modified foods should be labeled. However, only USDA-certified organic products cannot intentionally contain genetically modified organisms (GMO), so identifying GMO foods and products in a typical U.S. grocery store is difficult. The following information can help.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) confirms that large percentages of the nation’s crops were genetically modified in 2011: 94 percent of conventional soy and soy products; 90 percent of cottonseed, a common ingredient in margarine, salad dressings and oils; and 88 percent of corn, contained in breakfast cereals, corn flour products such as chips and tortillas, high-fructose corn syrup, soups and condiments. More than 90 percent of the U.S. canola crop also is now genetically modified.

The Independent, one of England’s leading newspapers, reported in 1999 that the artificial sweetener aspartame has been made with genetically modified bacteria since 1965.

Aspartame, inconclusively linked with numerous health risks, is present in more than 6,000 products, including diet sodas. Two other ubiquitous artificial sweeteners, Nutrasweet and Equal, also contain aspartame.

The USDA further lists 95 percent of the 2009 U.S. sugar beet crop, used to produce conventional sugar, as genetically modified. NonGMO alternative sweeteners include pure cane sugar and honey from organic farms.

Source: GreenAmerica.org

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The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued updated green marketing guidelines intended to stop advertisers from making deceptive or unqualified claims about products being environmentally beneficial or eco-friendly, called “greenwashing”. The FTC said that few products deliver the far-reaching environmental benefits that consumers associate with such claims, and they are nearly impossible to substantiate.

The revision is the first since 1998, when phrases like “carbon footprint” and “renewable energy” were relatively new.

Using input from consumers and industry groups, new sections address the use of carbon offsets, “green” certifications and seals, and renewable energy and renewable materials claims. Marketers are warned not to make broad, unqualified assertions that their products are environmentally benign or eco-friendly.

Arthur Weissman, president and CEO of Green Seal Inc., a nonprofit environmental certification organization based in Washington, D.C., says, “We hope that there will be enforcement to help rid the marketplace of the many less-than-credible seals and greenwashing that exist.”

The new guidelines are not rules or regulations, but general principles that describe the types of environmental claims the FTC may find deceptive. They do not address use of the terms “sustainable”, “natural” and “organic”.

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The center will house 20 species of freshwater turtles and tortoises ranked “critically endangered” by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. Nine are also on the Turtle Conservation Coalition list of the world’s most endangered tortoises and freshwater turtles.

According to TSA President Rick Hudson, “No group of animals is under greater threat or faces a higher risk of extinction than freshwater turtles and tortoises.” The center will focus on species that have little chance of being recovered in nature because of habitat loss and intensive hunting pressures.

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Countries can learn much from each other, and people that know how to fix things now have another model for benefiting their community by reducing the burden on landfills. Conceived three years ago in Amsterdam as a way to help reduce waste, the Repair Café concept—in which citizens gather one or more days a month to socialize while mending clothes and broken household items like coffeemakers and vacuum cleaners—currently operates in more than 30 locations throughout The Netherlands. The effort in sustainability has been bolstered by a government grant, support from foundations and small donations that pay for staffing, marketing and even a Repair Café bus.

“In Europe, we throw out so many things,” says Martine Postma, a former journalist who initiated the idea after attending an exhibit on the benefits of repairing and recycling. “It’s a shame, because the things we throw away are usually not that broken.”

“I think it’s a great idea,” says Han van Kasteren, a professor at the Eindhoven University of Technology, who works on waste issues. “The social effect alone is important. When you get people together to do something for the environment, you raise consciousness, and repairing [something] gives a good feeling.”

The forum harbors two other positive aspects: It’s a way for handy retirees and others to ply and mentor skills that may have been dormant and also saves families the cost of buying a new product, a common occurrence as repair shops vanish along with handymen that make house calls.

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The Luminous Web Why We Are One

by Barbara Brown Taylor

Humankind has not woven the web of life. We are but one thread within it. Whatever we do to the web, we do to ourselves. All things are bound together. All things connect. ~ Chief Seattle, 1855

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hat I see is an infinite web of relationship, flung across the vastness of space like a luminous net. It is made of energy, not thread.

As I look, I can see light moving through it as a pulse moves through veins. What I see “out there” is no different from what I feel inside. There is a living hum that might be coming from my neurons, but might just as well be coming from the furnace of the stars. When I look up at them, there is a small commotion in my bones as the ashes of dead stars that house my marrow rise up like metal filings toward the magnet of their living kin.

Where am I in this picture? I am all over the place. I am up there, down here, inside and outside of my skin. How could I ever be alone? I am part of a web that is pure relationship, with energy available to me that has been around since the universe was born.

Where is God in this picture? God is all over the place. God is up there, down here, inside and outside of my skin. God is the web, the energy, the space, the

light—not captured in them, as if any one of those concepts was more real than what unites them—but revealed in that singular, vast net of relationship that animates everything that is.

It is not enough for me to proclaim that God is responsible for all of this unity. Instead, I want to proclaim that God is the unity—the very energy, the very intelligence, the very elegance and passion that make it all go. This is the God who is not somewhere, but everywhere; the God who may be prayed to in all directions at once. The “I am who I am,” in whom everything else abides.

For the moment, we see through a glass darkly. We live in the illusion that we are all separate “I ams.” When the fog finally clears, we shall know that there is only One. Excerpted from The Luminous Web, by Barbara Brown Taylor, with permission of Cowley Publications. natural awakenings

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SUSTAINABLE WEIGHT LOSS Five Secrets for Feeling Like Yourself Again

by Judith Fertig

Health experts agree that many foods can play multiple roles in weight loss.

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tarting in the 1970s, natural foods advocate and journalist Kathleen Barnes, of Brevard, North Carolina, avidly practiced vegetarianism, yet through the years she still gained weight.

Searching for answers, she shared her findings in an array of books that include 8 Weeks to Vibrant Health: A Take Charge Plan for Women (co-authored with Dr. Hyla Cass) and Rx from the Garden: 101 Food Cures You Can Easily Grow.

“When I at last learned which key foods to add to my diet, I lost 100 pounds—and kept them off,” says Barnes.

Burn fat. Foods with thermogenic properties help heat up the body and may help burn fat. “You feel a flush when you eat or drink them,” Barnes notes. Chili peppers, curry powder, horseradish, mustard, garlic, onion, wasabi, ginger, black pepper and radishes are especially good choices in cold weather, when we want to feel warm anyway.

The intense flavors delivered by such foods help us to practice the principle of portion control, Chester Ku-Lea, a health and nutrition consultant in Vancouver, British Columbia, says, “Adding these foods to dishes generates a higher rate of caloric burn, and their powerful flavors prompt people to eat far less than they normally would. Plus, red, cayenne and jalapeño peppers, hot sauces and any other spicy foods are all very low in calories.”

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Enhance mood. We don’t want to feel hungry or deprived when trying to lose weight. The protein in turkey, chicken and cold-water fish like salmon and mackerel helps us feel more satisfied and on top of things. Barnes also suggests eating lowfat cottage cheese, avocado, wheat germ, whole-grain crackers and bananas to help increase serotonin levels and feelings of well-being. “When you crave something sweet or feel like you’re crashing midafternoon, that’s the time to eat a small amount of these foods to get you back on track,” she advises.

Julia Ross, author of The Mood Cure and The Diet Cure, agrees. This Mill Valley, California, nutritional psychotherapist recommends complex carbohydrates such as whole grains to keep us on an even keel during weight loss. “This means pushing away the leftover cake and eating sensible carbs to stimulate serotonin,” she says.

Promote digestion. The fiber in fresh fruits and vegetables and whole grains helps move things along in the digestive system, making our bodies work more efficiently. Barnes favors drinking peppermint and

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other herbal teas and incorporating sage, dill, oregano and other herbs in savory dishes to aid digestion.

According to a recent University of Illinois study, soluble fiber found in oat bran, fruits, vegetables and nuts not only facilitates digestion, but also supports the immune system. Professor Gregory Freund, who teaches at the university’s medical school in Champaign, explains, “Soluble fiber changes the personality of immune cells—they go from being pro-inflammatory, angry cells to antiinflammatory, healing cells that help us recover faster from infection.”

Feel full. Hunger pangs can derail anyone’s best efforts to eat better. Barnes learned that liquids, including up to two quarts of water a day, help retain a satisfied feeling. In cooler months, she makes soups that incorporate leafy green vegetables, onion, garlic, chili peppers and herbs.

An apple a day might keep the doctor away—and help in other ways, as well. “Apples have a high water content and are packed with fiber, two factors that leave you satiated,” says Keren Gilbert, a registered dietitian and founder of Decision Nutrition, in Great Neck, New York. “For a tasty proteinpacked snack, top apple slices with natural almond butter.”

Accept treats.

Leaving room for a treat, like a piece of fine chocolate, can leave us feeling satisfied rather than stuffed, says Katherine Harvey, a registered dietitian in Kansas City, Missouri.

Indulging in a little sweet treat from time to time reinforces the perception that eating right can be simple and pleasurable, says Barnes. In cold months, she likes to bake apples sweetened with Stevia and cinnamon, or poach pears in fruit juice and spices. She might break open a pomegranate and slowly munch each ruby-colored seed, or stop at a coffee shop to sip a latte made with low-fat milk.

Barnes’ evolved natural foods strategy has helped her maintain a desirable weight for many years now. “Sustainable weight loss involves sustainable eating,” she says, “finding healthy foods that we can enjoy for the rest of our lives.”

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causing it to alter its function; they mask symptoms, but do not cure disease. On the other hand, the goal of vitamins, minerals and plant-derived supplements is to provide nutrients to help a troubled body system by supporting health and healing.

Some confusion occurs because many pharmaceutical and supplement manufacturers take advantage of people’s desire for a one-bullet solution, which rarely exists in either source. Stephen Lawson, administrative officer of the Linus Pauling Institute, at Oregon State University, maintains that, “Lumping together items like vitamins, minerals and botanicals, each of which can have profoundly different physical profiles and effects on the body, is dangerous and misleading.”

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SAVVY How to Choose Wisely for Optimal Health

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Who Needs Supplements?

According to the U.S. Office of Dietary Supplements, nearly half of us regularly use some kind of dietary supplement, including vitamins, minerals and botanical herbs.

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hile mainstream media have recently targeted supplements with alarming coverage about their value and safety, James J. Gormley, former editor of Better Nutrition and author of User’s Guide to Brain-Boosting Supplements, helps set the record straight. In an open letter on the Citizens for Health website, at Tinyurl.com/LetterRebuttal, he contends the worst part about misleading articles is that they can scare readers away from benefits that safe supplements might offer. He notes that although nothing in life is 100 percent riskfree, supplements are inherently benign, while pharmaceutical drugs frequently

have unhealthy side effects.

Controversy over supplements seems to arise primarily from misinformation.

Following are some guidelines and resources to help ensure their wise use and maximum benefit.

Supplements Versus Pharmaceutical Drugs Natural health practitioners report that their clients tend to mentally group pharmaceuticals and supplements together.

However, pharmaceutical drugs are typically synthetic, single-action chemicals that target one body system or organ,

“More and more higher quality supplement companies are adding credibility to their products with human studies and data. This time of year, it’s important to keep in mind that there’s not a magic weight-loss pill on the market. We have products and supplements that encourage weight loss, but to get the best results, you have to make healthy lifestyle choices. It’s also very important for consumers to follow the product directions. You should never take more than the recommended amount.”

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Everyone can benefit from taking the right supplements to address specific health needs. Numerous studies attest that many diseases, especially in older adults, are caused by a deficiency of certain vitamins or minerals. For example, pernicious anemia, common in adults over the age of 60, is due to a long-term deficiency of vitamin B12. The condition often proved fatal until researchers discovered that taking such supplements could effectively treat it.

Another common nutritional deficiency disease among aging adults is osteoporosis, a loss of bone minerals that often leads to fractures. Its primary cause is chronic deficiencies in calcium and vitamin D levels. The latter is crucial for absorbing calcium—a primary mineral for building bone. According to the National Institutes of Health, older adults are likely to spend more time indoors, plus, even when they are exposed to the sun, their skin does not synthesize vitamin D as efficiently as when they were younger.

Serious nutrient deficiencies rarely cause fatal outcomes, but deficiencies of certain vitamins and minerals can deter organs from optimal functioning. General medical tests do not always show minor shortfalls, and practice shows that supplementing with the appropriate vitamin or mineral can often both eliminate symptoms and resolve an underlying problem.

Choosing Helpful Supplements Determining which supplements can best

meet individual needs requires sound information. First, determine if a perceived condition could be caused by a vitamin or mineral deficiency, and then identify the best dosage. It is also vital to know how a supplement might interact with any current medications.

Most vitamin and mineral supplements are safe when used properly, but always consider asking an experienced professional for guidance; this is especially true for botanicals, because some manufacturers make unsupported claims based only on their own research. Generally, nonprofit organizations such as the Linus Pauling Institute (lpi.Oregon State.edu) that do not sell supplement products, present unbiased information.

Final Word Although conflicting information continues to circulate, abundant scientific evidence verifies that commonsense use of vitamin and mineral supplements is safe and usually helpful. The recommendation is to take enough, but not too much, of a deficiencyspecific supplement, along with nutritious foods, in order to achieve a normal balance.

"We often recommend a multivitamin and an omega-3 source to our customers, but not all vitamin supplements are created equally. In a multi, we need to choose products from a wholefood source versus a synthetic-made vitamin. An omega-3, such as fish oil products, should be in the natural triglyceride form to be useable by the body. Many of big box store supplement brands are in an altered form (esterified). The customer may pay a better price, but may not get the same desired effect as they would from a higher quality product."

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A 2009 report by the U.S. National Poison Data System indicated that the number of serious adverse events that year from the use of vitamins, minerals, amino acids or herbal supplements was extremely low, with no related U.S. deaths.

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Raw Food Diets for Pets Weighing the Pros and Cons

by Sandra Murphy

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s with their own food, dog and cat owners are reading pet food labels more closely these days to evaluate ingredients and their sources.

American pet food companies may outsource to foreign manufacturers, sometimes with disastrous results. Various brands of dry dog food (kibble) and treats have been recalled for melamine contamination or other problems—even brands manufactured here have been recalled for salmonella contamination.

To ensure that what we’re serving our dogs contains a proper balance of protein, vitamins and minerals for overall health, the Dog Food Advisor rates dog foods

and treats by brand name, explains the ingredients, including byproducts not fit for human consumption, and recommends the best options. Owners can sign up for emails about recalls and other alerts at DogFoodAdvisor.com.

Other reasons to read labels include potential allergic reactions to foods, especially chicken and corn, common ingredients in kibble. The educational website notes, “Corn is an inexpensive and controversial cereal grain of only modest nutritional value to a dog.”

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To have more control over what the fam-

ily dog or cat eats, many owners turn to home-cooked meals, but know-how is key. “A big risk with home-prepared diets is that they are almost always nutritionally inadequate for long-term feeding, even when using published recipes,” advises Dr. Brennen McKenzie, president of the Evidence-Based Veterinary Medicine Association. “Consult a board-certified nutritionist for the unique nutritional needs of the pet, based on age, breed, health condition and other factors. Don’t substitute ingredients.”

Cooking for pets can be time-consuming. Some owners have found dehydrated foods like those from The Honest Kitchen, made in the United States using human food-grade ingredients, both costeffective and easy to prepare. While the purchase price can be higher than other options, the food rapidly rehydrates to four times its original weight by adding warm water. A meatless variety allows owners to add their choice of raw meat, meaty bones or cooked meat and can be suitable for sensitive dogs, raw feeders and dogs that need a unique protein source.

“Dehydrated foods are also a good way for a squeamish owner to start a raw diet for their dog,” remarks Dr. Laurie Coger, an associate veterinarian at the Bloomingrove Veterinary Hospital, in Rensselaer, New York, who also offers consultations through TheHonestKitchen.com. Coger suggests, “First, determine what a dog or cat needs in his diet, then transition gradually from kibble to a cooked or raw diet. Cats may resist change, while dogs can be more flexible.”

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“You can spend money on vet visits or on better food.” ~ Veterinarian Laurie Coger pork or venison. Each poses a greater risk of carrying toxoplasmosis, a parasitic disease that can be passed on to pets, especially cats.

“If you decide to incorporate raw foods, find a wholesale meat supplier so you can buy in bulk. You’ll need a freezer to take full advantage,” suggests Coger. “Feeding raw is not an all-or-nothing proposition, so mix and match. Cook when you have time, feed raw several days a week and use high-quality dehydrated or dry food when traveling.”

Dr. Cathy Alinovi, owner of Hoof Stock Veterinary Service, in Pine Village, Indiana, found that switching to a raw diet solved an itching problem with her mixed-breed dog. She reports that, “Eighty percent of the reasons my clients bring their pets to me are cured by changing to better food.”

Alinovi points out two drawbacks of serving raw food: “You can’t leave it out all day and it can be a challenge to transport home on a hot day.” But she’s found that the benefits are many, “Dog and cat furs shine and shed less; even their behavior improves.” Dog owners also note cleaner teeth, with no tartar buildup, cutting down on trips to the vet.

Not Everyone Agrees

Feeding a raw food diet is not without controversy. The American Veterinary Medical Association voted last summer to advise veterinarians to recommend clients against feeding raw meats and bones to pets. Pet Partners, formerly known as the Delta Society, which registers pets as therapy animals, has instituted a policy that states, “Animals may not be fed a raw protein diet. Animals previously fed [such] a diet must be off it for at least four weeks before registering them.” (See PetPartners.org/rawdiet.)

Deciding which foods to feed our pets requires extra research and meal preparation time, as well as money, but motivated owners like the results they see in their pet’s health.

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Reading the Label on Pet Foods Dr. Marcia Martin, at The Holistic Veterinary Center, in Mobile, is an advocate for fresh, raw food diets for both dogs and cats. She says, “Dogs and cats are designed to eat diets high in protein, with moderate fat and minimal carbohydrates.

Dry food diets are typically high in carbohydrates and often utilize poor quality proteins. Exposing the protein to high heat and pressure to make pellets also degrades the protein, decreasing its nutritional value. This high level of carbohydrate contributes to obesity, insulin resistance and diabetes.”

For families that aren’t ready to prepare raw meals for their companion animals, Martin educates them about how to read a food label. When buying dry food for your cat or dog, consider these quick and simple tips.

• Longer ingredient lists usually equal lower quality food.

• In the words of Jamie Oliver, “If you can't pronounce it, don't feed it.”

• Meat should be the first ingredient (many diets use vegetable sources of protein, like soy).

• Meat byproduct can refer to any available meat scraps from the slaughterhouse. This can include feathers, feet, beaks and other sources of "protein.”

• Bone meal is made from byproducts of the slaughter industry that were deemed not fit for human consumption.

• BHA, BHT and ethoxyquin are preservatives that have been linked to cancer.

• Food coloring is associated with hyperactivity in children and allergic reactions.

• Corn syrup, like sugar, is an inappropriate ingredient for pets.

• Wheat middlings are leftovers from human food processing—low-quality and inexpensive filler.

• Propylene glycol is an industrial solvent.

Martin remarks, “Always remember that food is the best medicine, and that is the place to start your pet on the journey to better health and well-being.”

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arents of autistic children are encouraged when they witness improvements after eliminating gluten (wheat) and casein (dairy) from their kids’ diets. Now a parental study supports the correlation—for some kids on the autism spectrum, the gluten- and casein-free (GFCF) diet appears to be connected with remarkable changes.

Laura Cousino Klein, associate professor of biobehavioral health and human development at the Penn State College of Medicine, helped lead research that surveyed 387 parents or caregivers with affected children. For those diagnosed with combinations of autism and gastrointestinal issues or food sensitivities, the GFCF diet brought marked improvements in their autism spectrum disorder (ASD) behaviors—reducing hyperactivity and tantrums; minimizing constipation and

seizures; and improving social behaviors.

Klein says scientists are still working to understand the interaction between the brain, gut and behaviors, but recent findings suggest that significant links exist. “One hypothesis is that by eliminating dietary triggers in the presence of food allergies or gastrointestinal distress, you’re reducing inflammation or irritability of the immune system, and that’s affecting the way the brain is functioning,” she says.

Dietary Turnaround One Racine, Wisconsin, mom, Cindy Schultz, a tireless advocate for her autistic son, says, “As an infant, he either had constipation or diarrhea. There was never a happy medium.” The GFCF diet has improved his health and his ability to communicate.

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problems and she also saw a remarkable turnaround in his language abilities and social interactions as they adhered to a GFCF diet and eliminated sugar and yeast. Other parents from her online support group, Together in Autism, report similar success. “Some children have never talked, and now they are saying ‘Mom,’ ‘Dad,’ or ‘I love you,’ for the first time,” Layton says.

A definitive gut-brain link with autism has yet to be identified. Some scientists suggest that kids with autism are more likely to have leaky gut syndrome (intestinal permeability), which allows peptides from gluten and casein to escape from the digestive tract, cross the intestinal membranes, enter the bloodstream and go to the brain, causing the neurobehavioral symptoms known as ASDs, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. While the AAP knows of no scientific proof that a GFCF diet will bring benefits, they note that it’s possible, especially in people suffering from celiac disease.

Parents have also observed that food dyes can exacerbate hyperactivity in children, a connection unconfirmed by the federal government. In 2011, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Food Advisory Committee suggested further testing, while voting against additional food labeling requirements for potentially problematic dyes.

Meanwhile, some parents affirm that eliminating such dyes has helped them better manage their children’s attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). A 2011 study taking into account 35 years of research found that many ADHD children showed significant improvement after eliminating dyes

from their diets; it also registered that greater than 70 percent were positively influenced by various dietary changes.

The results were promising enough for researchers to conclude, “A trial elimination diet is appropriate for children that have not responded satisfactorily to conventional treatment.”

The Role of Vitamin D A 2012 study in the Journal of Neuroinflammation found that autistic children had significantly lower levels of vitamin D than control subjects. Vitamin D, the study notes, regulates immune function and thus autoimmunity; when the immune system is disrupted and the body attacks itself, it may play a role in the development of autism.

Dr. John Cannell, founder of the nonprofit Vitamin D Council, remarks that fear of sun overexposure has led to the deficiencies. “Vitamin D is not a vitamin,” Cannell clarifies. “It’s a steroid hormone system that begins in the skin. If children aren’t getting any photons of UVB light, they’re not making any vitamin D.”

He notes that the rise in autism rates during the last 25 years tracks with increases in 50-plus SPF sunscreen use, more time spent indoors and a rise in breastfeeding. Because breast milk contains low amounts of vitamin D, since 2003 the AAP has emphasized the importance of parents giving vitamin D supplement drops to breastfed infants.

The same vitamin D study showed that the severity of autism correlated strongly with deficiencies of this vitamin and that the higher the level, the less severe the symptoms. Cannell has witnessed this phenomenon via a clinic hosted by the Vitamin D Council, recommending increases in vitamin D levels for autistic children to “high normal levels” and reducing vitamin A, which blocks the action of vitamin D.

“We have children on 5,000 to 10,000 units of vitamin D a day,” Cannell reports. “We see improvements in terms of sleep, meltdowns, eye contact, cognitive capacity, fine motor skills, language and reading—across the spectrum.”

Brita Belli is the author of The Autism Puzzle: Connecting the Dots Between Environmental Toxins and Rising Autism Rates.

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s millions of Americans ponder quitting newly launched fitness resolutions after finding it tough to squeeze in toning workouts or sweat off a few extra pounds, researchers implore: Don’t give up. Just pump out 20 minutes a day of any kind of exercise—take a brisk walk, jog, lift weights—and stop sitting so much.

Results can bring a healthier, more youthful feeling of well-being, akin to what explorer Juan Ponce de León sought in the Americas long ago.

In a recently completed study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, researchers followed up with more than 18,000 middle-aged men and women that had been tested an average of 26 years earlier for cardiorespiratory fitness via a treadmill test. They compared those results with the individuals’ current Medicare data at the Cooper Institute Clinic, in Dallas, Texas

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than their non-fit counterparts. They were able to enjoy a healthier life longer.”

Researchers found that for every higher MET fitness level (standard metabolic equivalent, a unit for measuring fitness related to the amount of oxygen used by the body during physical activity), the risk of chronic disease decreased by about 6 percent. “So those that can raise their fitness levels by three METs have an estimated 18 to 20 percent reduced risk of developing a chronic disease,” Willis explains.

The take-away message is, “Just move,” says study co-author Dr. Laura DeFina. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends investing in a weekly total of 150 to 300 minutes of moderate exercise or 75 to 150 minutes of vigorous exercise, either of which can be broken down into two or three 10-minute increments a day, DeFina confirms.

As simple as it sounds, few people are doing it, something New York Times fitness columnist Gretchen Reynolds underscores in her recent book, The First 20 Minutes: Surprising Science Reveals How We Can: Exercise Better, Train Smarter, Live Longer. “Most of us sit an average of

eight hours a day, whether it’s at a desk or in front of a television,” Reynolds says.

“The human body was not meant to be sedentary.” More than three-quarters of Americans are not meeting exercise recommendations, with one-quarter remaining completely sedentary, the CDC reports. Breaking this cycle does not need to be difficult, Reynolds notes. “You get the benefits from just moving. Start by standing up more and moving around in your office.”

Reynolds, who hops on one foot while brushing her teeth and reads standing up using a music stand, says studies have shown that bad things happen to bodies that sit for long stints, even those that start each day with an hour of exercise, and good things happen to bodies that stand often, even if it’s just for two minutes every half-hour.

“For instance, when you stand, the big muscles in your legs and back contract, releasing enzymes that stabilize blood sugar,” Reynolds says, echoing findings of a study of more than 120,000 men and women published in the American Journal of Epidemiology. The researchers found that the combination of both sitting more and being less physically active was associated with a significant increase in accelerated death rate, particularly in women, at 94 percent, as well as men, at 48 percent.

As Reynolds’ book title suggests, the majority of health benefits are derived from the first 20 minutes of exercise and begin to flatten out after 30 minutes or so. Dr. Carl Lavie, medical director of cardiac rehabilitation and prevention at the Ochsner Medical Center, in New Orleans, points out that this timeframe supports general health. He and Reynolds agree that to reach specific goals, such as increased running speed or dramatic weight loss, moderate levels won’t do the trick, so do more, if possible.

The most vital message, experts agree, is to do something every day, consistently. Willis observes that, “The effects can quickly reverse if you stop.”

Freelance journalist Debra Melani writes about health care and fitness from Lyons, CO. Connect at Debra Melani.com or DMelani@msn.com.

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Yoga Nidra: Planting Intentions for the New Year – 10-11:30am. Start the New Year with a healing and transformative yoga nidra practice designed to unify all layers of being and bring balance to mind, body and soul. Plant your intentions for the New Year in the deepest layers of consciousness. $15. Quiet Mind Massage and Yoga, Midtown Mobile. 251-510-2418.

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 3 First Day of Yoga Classes at Prana – A new year and a new location for Prana Health and Wellness!

Now offering yoga 7 days a week! Check website for schedule and details. $10 drop-in. Prana Health and Wellness, 209 S Section St, Fairhope. 251-455-9359.

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 4 Health Hut Open House – Jan 4-5. 9am-5pm. The Health Hut in Daphne is having an Open House on Jan 4-5, to celebrate the new location. There will be product samples, door prizes, refreshments, chair massages and much more. Please mark your calendar and join us! Free. 6845 Hwy 90 (across from Home Depot), Daphne. 251-621-1865.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 5 Plant-Based Cooking 101: Get a Fresh Start this New Year – 3:30-5:30pm. Learn how to prevent illness and promote wellness through a plant-based diet in this 2-hr cooking workshop. We'll be tackling tofu in this class as well as making a hearty winter stew that is good for body and soul. $25 pp or 2/$45.

Virginia's Health Foods, Mobile. 251-510-2418.

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MONDAY, JANUARY 7 Spiritual Living Book Club – 5:30pm. Come participate in our Spiritual Living book club. We will study one book per quarter during 2013. We will begin with the book "Everything You Need To Know To Feel Good" by Candace Pert. "Love Offering" Donation.

1230 Montlimar Dr, Mobile, 36609. 251-343-0777.

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Rain Barrel Workshop – 9:30am. Join Bay Area Food Bank and Alabama Cooperative Extension Agent, Ellen Huckabay, for a Rain Barrel Workshop.

Huckabay will demonstrate construction and best practices of using rain barrels in gardening. Participants can make their own for $25. Register by Jan 7. Free for observers; $25 to make your own barrel.

Bay Area Food Bank, 5248 Mobile S St, Theodore, 36582. Vanessa Cochran: 251-653-1617, ext 145 or VCochran@BayAreaFoodBank.org.

Usui Reiki Level I & II with Julie E Brent – Jan 12-13. 9:30am-5:30pm. Reiki is universal energy specifically tuned to healing energies used by anyone who desires to heal themselves, others and our Universe. All who seek to use Reiki are invited to be infused with this universal energy thru the attunement process. $299 prepaid/$350 at the door. Reiki Center of Fairhope, 20730 Hwy 181, Fairhope. Julie: 251-281-8811 or ReikiCenterOfFairhope@gmail. com. ReikiCenterOfFairhope.com.

Discover the Writer Within – 10am-12pm.

Whether you’re writing as a creative outlet, a spiritual practice or for publication, this workshop will help you begin 2013 with creative energy and intention, and provide practical advice on how to get started. “Love offering” donation. 1230 Montlimar Dr, Mobile, 36609. 251-343-0777.

Monthly Essential Oil Workshops – 10am-12pm.

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Props Workshop – 12-5pm. Learn creative ways to grow your practice through the use of props! Taught

by Melanie Buffett, 500 RYT. $60. Prana Health and Wellness, 209 S. Section St, Fairhope. 251-4559359. PranaHealthAndWellness.com.

Reiki at Rosie Bluum – 2-5pm. Level I and II certifications will be offered from 2-4pm by reservation. A Reiki share will follow from 4-5pm. All are welcome. 6A Bancroft, Fairhope. 251-517-5626. RosieBluum.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 13 Yoga for Newbies – 2-4:30pm. Basic poses, breathing and a Q&A format discussion on yoga.

Movement will be interspersed with meditation and discussion, making the workshop appropriate for all levels of fitness. Modifiable for those with limitations. Bring some water and wear comfy clothes. $25 suggested donation. Space 301, Downtown Mobile.

251-202-YOGA. KulaYogaCommunity.org.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 15 Essential Oil Workshop – 9-11am. Journey through the human body and find out what oils should be in your first aid cabinet. Free. Pete Allen Room in Westminster Village, 500 Spanish Fort Blvd, Spanish Fort. Judith Wilson: 251-656-6696.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16 Beginners Yoga Series – Jan 16-Mar 6. 6-7:15pm.

Eight week series on Wednesdays. Each week we will explore a different breathing exercise, philosophical and subtle body concept, and anatomical focus in the postures. By the end of the series, participants should

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 18 Healing Sound Journey – Jan 18-21. Thomas Orr Anderson, a musician, physicist and sound therapist, will be leading a 6pm workshop, Jan 18. He will be available for private sessions on Jan 19 and working with massage therapists on Jan 20 by appointment. 6A Bancroft, Fairhope. 251-517-5626. RosieBluum.com.

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 26 Usui Reiki Advanced Reiki Training/Master Class with Dianne Thomas – Jan26-28. 10am-6pm.

Advanced Reiki Training (ART) Master Level and the Masters (3-day class) are scheduled on consecutive days and can be taken separately. CEs available.

Visit ThePinkDolphin.com/reiki/reiki-classes.htm for details. $225 for ART. $650 for Master. Reiki Center of Fairhope, 20730 Hwy 181, Fairhope. Julie: 251-281-8811 or ReikiCenterOfFairhope@gmail. com. ReikiCenterOfFairhope.com.

Vision Board Workshop –10am-1pm. Create a vision board to support you as you create your life dreams. We provide the poster board and glue. Bring your favorite pictures or magazines and join in the fun of creating a vision board for your life. “Love offering” donation.

1230 Montlimar Dr, Mobile, 36609. 251-343-0777.

Discounted Biotone Black Baltic Mud Wraps – 11am-6pm. Get $10 off the black baltic mud wrap which cleanses your body of toxins yet renews skin and moisturizes. Call to reserve your appointment: 251-929-2114 or 251-591-6168. Hideaway in Fairhope, Fairhope. HideawayInFairhope.com.

Basics of Ayurveda – Jan 26-Feb 9. 1-5pm. This is a 4-week workshop, taught by Melanie Buffett, 500 RYT. For more info visit YogaBirds.com. $144 until Feb 14. Full rate: $168. Prana Health and Wellness, 209 S. Section St, Fairhope. 251-4559359. PranaHealthAndWellness.com.

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This yoga practice, taught by Melanie Buffett and held within the Hokushima exhibit, will focus on cultivating the emotions of the piece while simultaneously experiencing the work itself, effectively putting the student inside the narrative of Hokushima on a tangible level. Art discussion to follow. Pay What You Can. Space 301, Downtown Mobile. 251202-YOGA, KulaYogaCommunity.org.

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A Prayer Stick Workshop – 3-5pm. Use Native American traditions to create prayer sticks for a deeper spiritual connection. Rosie Bluum, 6A Bancroft, Fairhope. 251-517-5626. RosieBluum.com.

sion board for 2013 at Rosie Bluum! 6A Bancroft, Fairhope. 251-517-5626. RosieBluum.com.

An Intimate Evening with Psychic Medium Ericka Boussarhane – 6-9pm. Ericka Boussarhane is a professional psychic medium who is sought after around the world. Come out and enjoy an intimate opportunity to connect with your loved ones. $25.

Days Inn North Conference Room, 6501 Pensacola Blvd, Pensacola. 850-941-4321. PsychicFift@aol. com. ColdCasePsychic.com.

Quantum-Touch Level One Workshop with Julie E Brent – Feb 2-3. 9:30am-5:30pm. QuantumTouch stimulates the innate healing intelligence of our body to activate every cell allowing the healing to occur naturally. Easy to learn, no experience necessary, however QT enhances other bodywork modalities for professionals. CNEs 12.5 (add $50.) and M-CEs 13. $350 prepaid/$400 at the door. Reiki Center of Fairhope, 20730 Hwy 181, Fairhope. Julie: 251-281-8811 or ReikiCenterOfFairhope@gmail. com. ReikiCenterOfFairhope.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 27 Body In Spirit Sunday at Fortis College of Massage: Hocus Focus! – 1-4pm. Strengthen the energy of those New Year’s resolutions and cultivate real change by joining Rev. Laurendine for an afternoon of creative manifestation. Learn how to put the Power of Intention/Law of Attraction to work while creating your own vision board. Suggested love offering: $35; $25 for Fortis affiliates. Fortis College of Massage Therapy, 300F Azalea Rd, Mobile. 251-753-1937. KellyLaurendine@gmail. com. FortisMassageMobile.com. BodyInSpirit.com.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1 Family Yoga and Art Lounge – 6-8pm. Inspire creativity in a fun and safe atmosphere with a practice that is beneficial for children as well as adults. Includes games, sound and partner exercises in addition to traditional yoga postures and breathing. All ages are welcome.

Donation for yoga + $3 for art. Space 301, Downtown Mobile. 251-202-YOGA, KulaYogaCommunity.org.

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Play and Rest Yoga– 11:15am-12:45pm. Join Meredith Montgomery, RYT for a 60 min playful and warming flow practice, followed by 30 mins of constructive rest. After challenging your body’s strength, flexibility and balance, be rewarded with the sweetness of supported, restorative poses. Pay What You Can. Space 301, Downtown Mobile. 251202-YOGA. KulaYogaCommunity.org.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Choose Spirit Now! – 9am-5pm. In this workshop we will learn to use principles from A Course In Miracles as well as Yogic Philosophy to distinguish between the Ego and Spirit and ultimately realize we have a choice from which one we will live by. Luch will be served. $100. Quiet Mind Massage Therapy & Yoga Studio, Mobile. 251476-6463. Yoga@QuietMindMassageTherapy. com. QuietMindMassageTherapy.com. Facebook: Quiet Mind Massage and Yoga.

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Creative Spark Writing Group – 7-8pm. Love offering encouraged and appreciated. Rosie Bluum, 6 A Bancroft St, Fairhope. 251-517-5626. RosieBluum.com.

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Sunday Morning Flow Yoga – 9:30am. This will be a breath focus flow class. Open to all levels. $10 drop in.

Prana Health and Wellness, 209 S. Section St, Fairhope.

251-455-9359. PranaHealthAndWellness.com.

Center for Spiritual Living Service – 10am. Make every step, every choice, every word, a conscious one. Center for Spiritual Living, 1230 Montlimar, Mobile. Rev. Sherrie Quander: 251-343-0777.

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Sunday Service – 10:30am. Explore a spiritual pathway with Mobile Unitarian Universalists, 6345 Old Shell Rd, Mobile. UUFM.org.

Sunday Service – 10:30am. Questioning, understanding and growing together spiritually as we enjoy the adventure of life. Center for Joyful Living, 60 N Ann St, Mobile. 251-391-6960.

Sunday Worth-ship Celebration – 10:30am. Find, strengthen and celebrate a connection with Divine Spirit. Donation. One mile north of US Hwy 104.

Unity on the Eastern Shore, 22979 US Hwy 98, Montrose. 251-990-8934. UnityEasternShore.org.

Sunday Worship – 11am. Celebrate Spirit in this special and sacred space. Between Hillcrest and Knollwood. Unity Mobile, 5859 Cottage Hill, Mobile. 251-661-1788.

Prenatal Yoga – 4pm. Nancy Beck, 500RYT will be offering prenatal yoga class. If you know anyone expecting, this is a perfect class for her! $10 drop-in.

Prana Health and Wellness, 209 S. Section St, Fairhope.

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for kids 5 and up. Class will not only teach martial arts technique but, will also focus on discipline and living by the training principles. $10 drop in. Prana Health and Wellness, 209 S. Section St, Fairhope.

251-455-9359. PranaHealthAndWellness.com.

Outstretched Christ-Centered Yoga Class – 5:45pm. Also at 8:15am on Wed. Each week Pneuma offers two donation-only yoga classes open to the public. Classes are appropriate for all levels and include a Christ-centered devotion. Donation only.

1901 Main St, Daphne. See website for more info Pneuma-Yoga-Movement.com.

La Leche League Enrichment Meeting – 6:30pm.

Last Mon. La Leche League provides encouragement, information and support for nursing and expectant mothers. Free. Call for location. 251-689-2085.

Pranic Healing and Meditation – 6:30pm. Come experience healing for your mind, body and soul. We address specific physical and emotional ailments, followed by the Meditation on Twin Hearts. Let us take the stress off and balance your aura. Classes also available. CEU's -LMTs and Nurses. $10 donation.

Mobile. Deana: 251-454-0959.

tuesday Rise and Shine Yoga – 6:30-7:45am. Tues and Thurs. Start the day with an invigorating Hatha Yoga practice. Class includes a mixture of flow yoga, Pranayama, restorative and meditation. Fellowship, coffee and some of mom's homemade bread follows. $7/drop-in, $50/10 class package, $75/family. Trinity Yoga Studio, Highway 98 East, Foley. 251-987-1147 or 251-609-5541.

Open Table: A Community of Faith Worship Service (United Church of Christ) – 5pm. Weekly progressive Christian worship. St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 1050 Azalea Rd, Mobile. 251-545-1011.

Ellen.OpenTable@gmail.com. OpenTableUCC.org.

Tuesday Morning Yoga with Tracey, RYT 200 – 9:30am. Join Tracey for an all-levels 75 min flow yoga class incorporating all the yogic tools at our disposal to quiet and expand our minds, open our hearts, release anxiety and depression, and find the peace, freedom, and wholeness we all crave. $12 (senior and student discounts available). Quiet Mind Massage and Yoga Studio, Mobile. Tracey@ShantiWarrior.com.

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La Leche League Series Meeting – 10:30am. Second Tues. La Leche League provides encouragement, information and support for nursing and expectant mothers. Free. Call for location. 251-689-2085.

Yoga Abs with Faye – 8:30am. What a great way to jump start your week! Let breath and body move in sync as Faye Mahan's seamless style weaves a blend of classical yoga flow and poses, with added emphasis on those hard to work abdominal areas. Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

Eyes on Living, Baldwin County Low Vision Support Group – 10-11:30am. Third Mon. Anyone who has or knows someone with vision loss or impairment is welcome in the Single Tax room at Fairhope Library. Free. Shelia Tetley: 251-929-2169.

Gentle Yoga with Dana – 4:15pm. Join Dana for a calming yoga class to ease stress and both sooth and quiet the mind. Find bliss and experience the joy in the land of "ahhhhs". Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

Kids Martial Arts – 4:30pm. This class is open

LA Hikers Meeting – 6-7pm. First Tues. Free and open to the public. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, Spanish Fort. LAHikerMeetings.Blogspot.com.

Energize and Relax Yoga – 6-7:15pm. Tues and Thurs. This class emphasizes flow yoga with Pranayama and some Kundalini. Meditation follows the energizing portion to calm in preparation for the day. $7/drop-in, $50/10 class package, $75/family.

Trinity Yoga Studio, Hwy 98 East, Foley. 251-9871147 or 251-609-5541.

Positive Parenting Class – 6-8pm. Kids don’t come with a set of instructions. Learn tools and skills to create a happy, healthy family. Free. The Family Center, 601 Bel Air Blvd, Ste 100, Mobile. 251479-5700. Kids101@comcast.net.

Sierra Club Meeting – 6-8pm. First Tues. Open to the public. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, Spanish Fort.

Mobile Bay Canoe and Kayak Club Meeting – 7-8:30pm. First Tues. For pro-paddlers and those brand new to the sport. Open to the public. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, Spanish Fort. BayKayaker.Blogspot.com.

Spiritual Book Study Group, Mobile – 7-9pm.

First and third Tues. Read and discuss spiritual books chosen by the members. Contact Joy: 251-382-4215.

CWG_Mobile_Group@yahoo.com.

Spiritual Cinema Group, Mobile – 7-9pm. Second and fourth Tues. View and discuss spiritual movies received from “Spiritual Cinema Circle.” Contact Melissa: 251452-0393. CWG_Mobile_Group@yahoo.com.

wednesday Mantra, Mudra and Movement – 9am. This class incorporates sound, breath, hand gestures, yoga postures, joint opening movement and relaxation to facilitate a state of meditation incorporating mind, body and breath. Appropriate for all abilities. Pay What You Can. Rosie Bluum, 6A S Bancroft St, Fairhope. 251-202-YOGA. KulaYogaCommunity. org or RosieBluum.com. $5 Yoga Flow & Chair – 9:15 am, Flow. 10:30am, Chair Yoga (seated or holding onto chair to practice balance). Bring your own mat. Beginners welcome. $5. Fairhope. 251-379-4493. ThriveFairhope.

Positive Parenting Class – 9:30-11:30am. Kids don’t come with a set of instructions. Get the tools and skills to create a happy, healthy family. Free. The Family Center, 601 Bel Air Blvd, Ste 100, Mobile.

251-479-5700. Kids101@comcast.net.

Lunchtime Yoga with Tracey, RYT 200 – 121:15pm. Feed your soul! Take time to breathe and reconnect with inner peace on your lunch break while we flow through an all-levels yoga practice that will increase flexibility and balance, build strength and confidence while stilling the mind. $12 (senior and student discounts available). Quiet Mind Massage and Yoga Studio, Mobile. Tracey@ShantiWarrior.com.

Yoga for Multiple Sclerosis – 12-1pm. This chair yoga class is free to participants and funded by the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation. You must have MS to participate. Build strength and flexibility while improving balance and circulation. Free. Fairhope UMC CLC. 251-379-4493. ThriveFairhope.com.

Open Meditation – 1-3pm. Prana Health and Wellness will be open for meditation. Come in for 5 minutes or an hour. If you have been curious about meditation but not sure what it is, basic instruction is available. Come enjoy some quiet time. Donation. Prana Health and Wellness, 209 S. Section St, Fairhope. 251-455-9359.

PranaHealthAndWellness.com.

Unusual Film Series – 2pm. Third Wed. Adults only. Thought provoking cutting-edge films shown on big screen in meeting room. Free. Popcorn and drinks included. Foley Public Library. 251-9437665. FoleyLibrary.org.

Eastern Shore MS Support Group – 5:30pm.

Second Wed. Eastern Shore MS Support Group meets each month at Ruby Tuesday in Fairhope.

Family, friends and caregivers are always welcome.

Weezer: 251-928-7606.

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Guided Meditation – 5:30pm. Nonprofit, nonreligious meditation. Relax the body, rest the mind and find inner peace. Guided meditation with instructors from around the world via Skype. $10 suggested donation includes vegetarian dinner. Meditation Center of Alabama, 3821 Airport Blvd, Suite C, Mobile. 251-623-4485. MeditationCenterOfAlabama.

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Power Flow Yoga with Angela – 5:45pm. Join associate Baptiste Power Vinyasa Teacher Angela Cain to revitalize and energize your day. Enjoy the sweet sweat and moving meditation of Power Flow and leave class refreshed and recharged! Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

Gentle Yoga wth Tracey, RYT 200 – 6-7:15pm. 75 min gentle practice appropriate for all levels, ages, shapes and sizes. We will breathe and move and let go of all the distractions and obstacles that obscure the peace, happiness, love and freedom we all have within. Om Shanti. $12 (senior and student discounts available). Quiet Mind Massage and Yoga Studio, Mobile. Tracey@ShantiWarrior.com.

International Association of Near Death Studies (IANDS) – 6-7:30pm. Second Wed. Ongoing discussion and support group affiliated with IANDS. Discussion expands to include intuition, after death communication, consciousness studies and related areas of interest to attendees. Free. West Regional Branch, Mobile Public Library. 251-340-8555.

Reiki Exchange/Share – 7-8pm. Second and fourth Wed in Jan. Event starts with a short talk about Reiki, Q&A, finishing with sharing Reiki Healing Energy sessions. Everyone welcome. Free. Reiki Center of Fairhope, 20730 Hwy 181, Fairhope. Julie: 251281-8811 or ReikiCenterOfFairhope@gmail.com.

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thursday Rise and Shine Yoga – 6:30-7:45am. Tues and Thurs. Start the day with an invigorating Hatha Yoga practice. Class includes a mixture of flow yoga, Pranayama, restorative and meditation. Fellowship, coffee and some of mom's homemade bread follows. $7/drop-in, $50/10 class package, $75/family. Trinity Yoga Studio, Highway 98 East, Foley. 251-9871147 or 251-609-5541.

Guided Meditation with Rosie Bluum – 9am and 7pm. Also 7pm Wed. Practice guided meditation at Rosie Bluum and experience an inner journey which heals the heart, mind, body and soul. Nurture the spirit. $5 suggested donation. Full meditation schedule online. Rosie Bluum, 6 A S Bancroft St, Fairhope. 251-517-5626. RosieBluum.com.

Pilates Group Reformer Class – 4pm. Catch the wave of classical fitness and join Dana for a Pilates reformer class. Stand taller, get toned, and be both leaner and stronger. Call for reservations. Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

Yoga With Chris McFadyen – 5:45pm. Join Chris McFadyen for some energizing yoga that will calm your mind as well as enhance and refocus your body.

Find your passion after a long day! Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

Ashtanga+Anusara Yoga Combo Class – 6pm.

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the Ashtanga Vinyasa Primary Series and Anusara Alignment Principles with sequencing to pinnacle poses. Work, play, sweat, breathe and enjoy your amazing body! $12. Quiet Mind Massage & Yoga, Mobile. MelanieBuffett.com.

Energize and Relax Yoga – 6-7:15pm. Tues and Thurs. This class emphasizes flow yoga with Pranayama and some Kundalini. Meditation follows the energizing portion to calm in preparation for the day. $7/drop-in, $50/10 class package, $75/family.

Trinity Yoga Studio, Hwy 98 East, Foley. 251-9871147 or 251-609-5541.

Guided Meditation – 6:30pm. See Wednesday listing. Meditation Center of Alabama, 3821 Airport Blvd, Suite C, Mobile. 251-623-4485.

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friday Fab Fifteen Friday – Get an extra 15% off purchases. Back to Health Nutrition and Natural Foods, 1600 N McKenzie, Foley. 251-970-2225.

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Yoga with Marsha DeAngelis – 8:30am. Revel in Marsha's refreshing energy as she challenges you with a strong emphasis on alignment and focus while still calming the mind. Sink into the moment and experience the bliss! Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

Silent Meditation with Rosie Bluum – Fri and Sat. 9am. This is a more challenging style of meditation

yet wonderfully rewarding when you succumb to your natural state of being. $5 suggested donation.

Rosie Bluum, 6 A S Bancroft St, Fairhope. 251-5175626. RosieBluum.com.

Core Barre Class – 10am. Give yourself the best seat in the house with Core Barre - work your body to a fusion of ballet, Pilates, yoga, and classic fitness. Move to fun music and really change your shape! Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

saturday Saturday Morning Yoga with Augusta – 7:308:45am. Designed for all levels. The goal is to present movement and mindfulness simultaneously. The movements will challenge you to stay mindful and your mindfulness will allow you to honor your limits without judging yourself. $15 drop-in. $10 students and instructors. Creative Outlet, 66 1/2 S Section St, Fairhope. 251-928-5363. HeartStringsYoga.com.

Camp Sculpt – 8:30-9:30am. Join Sculpt Yoga and Fitness for Boot Camp and Cardio Combat style workouts in downtown Mobile. 60 minutes of military and sports drills, cardiovascular challenges and yoga principles for flexibility and core strength.

Make yours a body of art. $15 Drop-in (4 and 8 week discount packages available). Sculpt Yoga and Fitness, 101 North Conception St, Downtown Mobile. 251-525-7079. SculptMobile@yahoo.com.

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THERAPIST AND MEDITATION TEACHERS NEEDED - Therapist should have spiritual and nurturing mind; massage or esthetician experience preferred. Teachers needed to lead guided or silent meditations. Info@RosieBluum.com.

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VOLUNTEER OPPS AZALEA CITY CAT COALITION – Volunteers needed in any capacity: transporting cats, trapping and adoption events. Contact Susan Young: 251-648-7582. SusanYoung@ AzaleaCityCats.org.

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Come and be inspired by local affordable art in this uniquely creative atmosphere. Look for “ART” and a golden palette above the door. Open Mon-Sat 10-5.

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BEAUTY B-BUTTERFLY SALON 103A North Bancroft Street, Fairhope 251-990-9934 BButterflySalon.com A certified organic salon offering organic products and services including hair color, perms and shampoo. Keeping you and the Earth beautiful. See ad, page 9.

Questioning, understanding and growing together spiritually as we enjoy life’s adventure. Center for Joyful Living in Mobile. Sundays, 10:30 a.m.

CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING Sundays at 10am 1230 Montlimar Drive, Mobile 251-343-0777, CMSpiritualCenter.org Rev. S h e r r i e Quander invites you to visit a loving, inclusive spiritual community where we aim to make every step we take, every choice we make, every word we speak a conscious one. See ad, page 15.

HIDEAWAY IN FAIRHOPE 10860 County Road 24, Fairhope 251-929-2114, 251-591-6168 HideawayInFairhope.com Hideaway in Fairhope is a private salon and day retreat dedicated to providing a relaxing experience. We will pamper you with hair, body and facial treatments, using only the finest organic products. Gift certificates available. See ad, page 11.

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Dr. Christian Augustin D.C. 8335 Gayfer Road Extension, Ste F, Fairhope 251-990-8388, MyFairhopeChiropractor.com Offering laser therapy as the drug free, noninvasive and painless treatment option for injuries and chronic conditions. See ad, page 19.

Full-service housekeeping in Baldwin County, using natural cleaning products and aromatherapy. Customized home spa packages transform homes into personal retreats with fragrant, healing scents to create environments that are as soothing as they are clean. See ad, page 22.

DENTISTRY DR. DAYTON HART, DM IAOMT Protocol 225 West Laurel Avenue, Foley 251-943-2471, DrDaytonHart.com Free book for new patients: M e rc u r y F re e D e n t i s t r y .

Offering ozone; laser (nosuture) gum surgery; testing for compatible materials and cavitycausing bacteria; examine for gum disease and bacteria; laser cavity diagnoses; saliva pH check; oral galvanic screening; no fluoride used. See ad, page 11.

ESSENTIAL OILS JUDITH Z. WILSON, MEM. #759523 Young Living Essential Oils HealthyLivingWithEssentialOils.com HealthyLivingWithEssentialOils@gmail.com Workshops held the 2nd Saturday and 3rd Tuesday of every month.

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1050 Azalea Road at St Luke’s Episcopal Church, Mobile 251-545-1011, OpenTableUCC.org No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here! Pastor Ellen Sims and the congregation invite you to join them on Sunday evenings at 5:00 p.m. Childcare provided. See ad on page 12.

CHIROPRACTIC BAYSIDE CHIROPRACTIC REHAB AND LASER THERAPY

Dawn Goble, Owner 251-504-0581 PureMaidCleaningService@gmail.com Facebook.com/PureMaidCleaningService

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FOODS AND NUTRITION BURRIS FARM MARKET & BAKERY 3100 Hickory Street Loxley, AL 36551 251-964-6464

CLEANING SERVICES GREEN CLEAN, LLC Nicoll Mastin, owner 251-508-3796 NicollMastin@gmail.com Providing environmentally friendly, non-toxic cleaning services for residential properties. We're hiring on the Eastern Shore! Call for interview.

Hwy 59 on the way to Gulf Shores.

Fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh baked strawberry shortcake, ice cream and much more. Your first and last stop to the beach, or any other time.

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MARQUERITE DILLON, RN, BSN, HCN Holistic Mind-Body Therapy 4313 Momote Drive, Mobile 251-463-1570, Dillon@MobileHypnosis.co MobileHypnosis.co

280 Eastern Shore Shopping Center 251-928-0644, Café: 251-929-0055 Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com Comprehensive health food store and organic café, featuring organic food, free-range meat, vegan options and organic wine. Store open 7 days a week. Serving the public 35 years. See ad, page 2.

Would you like to be happier, healthier, more motivated and peaceful? Call now and learn to harness the power of your subconscious mind, make positive change and live a more satisfying life.

THE HEALTH HUT 680 S. Schillinger, Mobile: 251-633-0485 (Across from Home Depot) 6845 Hwy 90, Daphne: 251-621-1865 (Across from Home Depot) For nearly 30 years The Health Hut has been the go-to place for high quality, whole-food vitamins, herbs and sport supplements at great prices coupled with a service-oriented, knowledgeable staff.

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PRANIC HEALING IN MOBILE Deana Lannie 251-454-0959 Free healing nights and group meditations every Monday. Pranic Healing classes and the advanced technique of Superbrain Yoga.

REIKI CENTER OF FAIRHOPE 20730 Hwy 181, PO Box 117, Fairhope 251-281-8811 ReikiCenterOfFairhope.com Reiki Workshops and Sessions as well as weekly Reiki Exchange. Learn about the many healing benefits of Reiki. Please call to schedule your appointment.

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MEDITATION MEDITATION CENTER OF ALABAMA

3821 Airport Boulevard, Suite C, Mobile 251-408-7902, 251-623-4485 Happiness072@gmail.com MeditationCenterOfAlabama.Weebly.com Nonprofit, nonreligious. Relax your body, rest your mind, find inner peace. Guided meditation with instructors from around the world via Skype 5:30 p.m., Wednesdays and 6:30 p.m., Thursdays. Suggested donation: $10 (includes dinner). Check website for monthly retreat schedule.

Serving Mobile and Baldwin Counties 866-943-7874 HouseholdPest.com

Full service, e nv i r o n m e n t a l l y responsible pest management. company and do-ityourself store specializing in termites, general pests, bed bugs, thermal remediation, mosquitoes, wildlife removal, moisture remediation and TAP insulation. See ad, page 12.

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BODY IN SPIRIT Rev. K Laurendine, ERYT, LMT, RMT, BA KellyLaurendine@gmail.com, 251-753-1937 BodyInSpirit.com Ministerial services, spiritual counseling, pet blessings, spiritual wellness/empowerment and yoga workshops, energywork, Reiki certifications

ERICKA BOUSSARHANE International Psychic Medium 850-941-4321 ColdCasePsychic.com Amazingly accurate and detailed online psychic and mediumship readings as featured on national TV and radio stations.

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Comprehensive health food store and organic café, featuring organic food, free-range meat, vegan options and juice bar. Store open 7 days a week. Serving the public 35 years.

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Prana Health and Wellness 811 Fairhope Ave., Fairhope 251-455-9359 PranaHealthAndWellness.com Therapeutic and rehabilitative massage, integrated with energy therapies, provides optimal conditions to meet your wellness goals. Weekend and evening appointments are available. See ad, pg 12.

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631 Azalea Road, Mobile 251-643-1615 WalksAndWags.com Cindie@WalksAndWags.com Providing your dog with the exercise, socialization and affection that they deserve. Offering doggie daycare, and boarding. See ad, page 22.

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20205 Middle Earth Road, Citronelle 251-866-7204 MiddleEarthHealing.com Middle Earth is an evolving education center, modeling permaculture, sustainable living and the interconnection of the health of the planet and the health of her inhabitants. See ad on page 27.

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A weekly delivery of local and seasonal fruits, Comprehensive health food store featuring veggies, organic milk, cheese, grass-fed beef and local products: organic produce, organic milk, more delivered from Baldwin County farms to your table every week! Six box sizes to fit your family's meat, eggs, honey and soap. See ad on needs. Home delivery and Mobile pickup option page 2. also available!

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Manna-Bakery.com Info@Manna-Bakery.com 251-447-8667 Mobile's first organic bakery offers 100% organic breads including wholegrain, sweet and glutenfree choices, as well as European style desserts.

Desserts are 100% all natural. We bake upon order, delivery within Mobile, Spanish Fort, Daphne, Fairhope, and Dauphin Island. Seasonal specialties!

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SWEET OLIVE BAKERY & CAFE 85 North Bancroft Street, Fairhope SweetOlive.co 251-990-8883 Open for breakfast and lunch every day until 5 PM serving European-style, artisan baked goods; freshly squeezed fruit and veggie juices; smoothies; daily lunch specials like fish tacos and poboys; delicious food to go; hot breakfast plates, and more!

Comprehensive health food store featuring local products: organic produce, organic milk, meat, eggs, honey and soap. See ad on page 2.

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Organic cafe and juice bar. Local produce, herbs and meats used. Menu online. See ad on page 2.

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