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Dinner Workshop to How does lifestyle demonstrate how physiDrs. Renee and Kyle Lopez affect metabolic syndrome? cal fitness can prevent Research reveals that lifestyle choices and even reverse disease, while also have more influence over whether or not helping people look and feel better. In the someone would develop one or more of majority of cases, prolonged weight gain the risk factors to begin with. If we look at and diseases like type 2 diabetes can be obesity and high abdominal fat (a problem prevented. that is getting worse every year) there are The dinner event entitled, “Summer a lot of adults, teens and toddlers now Shape” shows why fully understanding dealing with this problem. “It’s frustrating a problem is the first, most crucial step for a lot of patients because they spend to solving it! Many Americans cling to money on quick fixes that promise to decades-old advice on nutrition and exershed pounds only to fail or re-gain plus cise advice, so they struggle to improve some when a diet program is over” says their well-being. This workshop will reveal: Dr. Renee.

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

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FOR PEDALING Hop on a Bike and Go Lean and Green

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letterfrompublisher One of the things I appreciate most about being a parent is the new bond it has fostered between my mom and I. My deeper sense of respect and appreciation for all that she has done for me, coupled with her continued support through my first go at parenthood, is an unexpected perk of motherhood. As I make my way through our son Mays’ boundary testing, I am reminded of the journey my parents and I have traveled to get where we are today.

When I was in elementary school, I suddenly decided that I no longer liked playing piano. My mom told me I still had to go to my lesson because the teacher was expecting me.

I left my piano book at home and upon arrival, told the teacher that I would no longer be playing piano. I sat through my brother’s lesson and never returned. “That’s when we knew you had a mind of your own,” my mom recalls. In another memorable instance, I chose to write a two-page report on beets as an alternative to taking one bite of those purple vegetables on my plate. As the teen years arrived, my stubbornness was joined by the typical adolescent desire to have more freedom. Curfew battles and mood swings spiced up the dynamic of our household.

When I wrote this month’s national Healthy Kids feature, “Teen Drama Queens,” on keeping the mother-daughter bond strong through the teenage years, I couldn’t help but chuckle. As flashbacks of my own teen years came to mind I thought, “Am I qualified to take on this assignment?” I felt inclined to ask my mom for permission before accepting the task.

Always supportive of everything I do, Mom told me to go for it. The assignment led to some enlightening discussions with experts in the field. Dr. Christiane Northrup and the mother-daughter writing team of Sil and Eliza Reynolds spoke of science and developmental factors behind the changes taking place during the adolescent years and offered logical tips for making it through this challenging phase.

The authors’ parenting advice is relevant for moms of teenage daughters, but parents with girls and boys of all ages can learn from the communication tools they present.

While this timely topic is a good fit for our May issue as we celebrate Mother’s Day, this month’s Natural Awakenings has something for everyone. Learn how to look and feel young in “Aging Gracefully,” take a gentle approach to cleansing the body in “Spring Detox” and read about the greening initiatives of the Hangout Music Festival in “Hanging Out with an Eco-Conscious Intent.” In honor of National Bike Month, learn about the efforts of local bicycle and pedestrian advisory committees in “Paving the Way for More Bicycles and Pedestrians.”

As your spring schedule fills with graduation parties, trips to the farmers’ market and weekend getaways, take time to give thanks for the loved ones in your life that have helped shape the person you are today. My parents managed to set reasonable boundaries for me while cultivating my sense of independence and creativity. It’s normal for parent-child relationships to be asymmetrical, but let’s not take for granted all of the love and energy that has been poured into our lives by others.

With gratitude,

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newsbriefs Julie Wilkins Joins Jen Adams Therapists Jennifer Adams, LMT, is a Reiki master and a licensed massage therapist who has been practicing the healing arts since 1992, adding modalities through the years. She began with aromatherapy, moving on Julie Wilkins, OTR/L Jennifer Adams, LMT to energy work before becoming a massage therapist and reflexology practitioner.

Now, Julie Wilkins, OTR/L, with 14 years of experience as a yoga instructor and occupational therapist, has joined the team to offer individual therapeutic yoga consultations and recommendations for group practice by appointment only.

She specializes in back care and scoliosis.

With her philosophy of “Healing bodies one touch at a time,” Adams and her team of highly trained therapists collectively believe in helping others in becoming healthier, more mobile and pain-free.

Rebecca Havard brings more than 11 years of experience in reflexology and massage therapy, as well as a strong background in Thai yoga.

Kaisha Zick specializes in medical massage, sports massage, pain relief, neuromuscular therapy, deep tissue and hot stone.

This team of therapists offers therapy and education on living healthier and more productive lives by incorporating regular bodywork, aromatherapy, nutrition and other natural means into any lifestyle.

Farm to Table Tasting Event Mobile County Master Gardeners will present Farm to Table, a tasting event, from 6 to 8 p.m., June 3, at 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center.

Fourteen South Alabama farmers and producers will provide fresh produce, seafood and meat to 10 chefs and caterers. Special dishes will be created and guests will enjoy fresh tastings for their culinary delight.

Participants can meet the growers and the chefs, and save room for a sweet ending from seven local dessert, pastry and coffee specialists of Mobile and Baldwin counties. Then add live music and enjoy wine in a special commemorative glass. It’s the best of all things local.

Cost is $65 per person. Send checks to Mobile County Master Gardeners, 12915 Dauphin Island Pkwy., Coden, AL 36523. Reservations needed by May 24. Location: 5 Rivers Delta Hall, 30945 Five Rivers Blvd. Spanish Fort. For more information, call 251575-8445, email JDA0002@aces.edu or visit Aces.edu/Mobile/mg.

Appointments with Wilkins can be made by calling 251-554-4856 or emailing JWilkins75@gmail.com. Online booking is available for all other appointments at JenAdamsLMT.info. For more information, call 251-616-4201 or email JenAdams.

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Open Table's Spring Retreat Open Table: A Community of Faith (United Church of Christ) holds its spring retreat from 5:30 to 9:15 p.m., May 10, and 8:45 a.m. to 2 p.m., May 11, in Mobile.

The retreat's theme is inspired by a provocative statement in the book and film, Life of Pi, in which a character promises: “I will tell you a story that will make you believe in God.” Those intrigued by this audacious claim and at the same time comfortable wrestling with important questions will find this innovative approach to a retreat both enjoyable and stimulating.”

Rev. Ellen Sims, pastor of Open Table, will lead participants to explore ways that stories form us, heal us and can forge us into communities of faith. On Friday evening, they will share stories from their lives over dinner, and then watch the film. On Saturday, participants will discuss the movie, consider stories that are not life-giving and practice a spiritual exercise of “re-authoring” some of the stories of their lives.

The cost is $15, with dinner Friday and a light breakfast and lunch Saturday. All meals have vegetarian options. Location: 1050 Azalea Rd., Mobile (at St. Luke's Episcopal Church). Register by May 5 by calling 251-545-1011. See ad, page 9.

Free Wellness Fair Open to All Homestead Village Wellness Center, in Fairhope, is hosting a Health & Wellness Fair from 9 a.m. to noon, May 3.

The fair includes interactive exhibits, wellness screenings, giveaways, a raffle and interactive games. Exhibitors will distribute information about healthcare services, financial services, health advice and planning, retirement planning and fitness.

Admission is free. Location: Homestead Village, 924 Plantation Blvd., Fairhope. For more information, call 251-929-0250. natural awakenings

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newsbriefs Organic Pangea Line Debuts in Bay Area Julie Wilkins Yoga has begun selling Pangea Organic body care products. Pangea Organics is an independent manufacturer of plant-based organic body care products created by a small group of dedicated individuals for all kinds of people and all kinds of skin.

Julie Wilkins says, "What you put on your body is just as important as what you put in your body." The company’s products are crafted in small batches, using living plant essences and pure, organic ingredients that replenish the skin and soothe or stimulate the senses.

Pangea customers support sustainability and healthy living for everyone. The creators believe in products that help, rather than hurt, at every stage of the lifecycle—from fair trade sourcing and organic farming to living wages and the use of renewable, recycled and recyclable resources.

For more information, call 251-554-4856, email JWilkins75@gmail.com or visit PangeaOrganics.com/juliewilkinsyoga. See ad, page 23.

Grandman Triathalon to be Held June 1 Springhill Medical Center will host the Grandman Triathlon for the ninth year, beginning at 7 a.m., June 1. The fan-favorite race will take place in Fairhope and benefits Mobile Baykeeper, The Baldwin County Trailblazers, the Gulf Coast Area Triathletes and Camp Rap-A-Hope.

It begins with a swim straight out into Mobile Bay, an 18-mile bike ride through Fairhope’s rolling countryside, and ends with a run along Mobile Bay. This swim-bike-run is a great way to spend a Saturday while benefiting four local nonprofit organizations.

Camp Rap-A-Hope is a summer camp that deGrandman Triathalon 2012 velops new skills and self-confidence for children and teens with cancer. The Baldwin County Trailblazers is an organization responsible for providing a system of hiking and biking trails, stretching from the Battleship USS Alabama to Mullet Point Park, in Point Clear. The Gulf Coast Area Triathletes is an organization working to support and promote the sport of triathlon in the Mobile/Baldwin County area. Mobile Baykeeper provides citizens a means to protect the beauty, health and heritage of the Mobile Bay Watershed, Alabama’s waterways and coastal communities.

The Grandman requires more than 100 volunteers to keep things running smoothly. To become a volunteer, racer or sponsor, individuals may contact the Mobile Baykeeper office at 251-433-4229 or visit TheGrandman.com.

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Staggers Expands Services in Fairhope Integrated Fitness, in Fairhope, has changed its name to Integrated Health and Wellness to reflect the addition of health and wellness coaching and other new services.

Owner Lynette Staggers explains, “We will also begin offering workshops, guest instructors and community events. InFit will maintain the existing schedule of classes as Integrated Health & Wellness.”

Staggers is completing her certification as an integrative health coach through the Duke University Department of Integrative Medicine and is now offering individual and group coaching. “Working with a health coach allows you to realign your life to support your values and to live in a more balanced, fulfilling and authentic way,” explains Staggers. Integrative health coaching utilizes a “whole person approach” toward health and wellness, and can benefit anyone who is seeking balance in their life, a personal transformation, a healthier lifestyle, health goal achievement or relief from being chronically overwhelmed or stressed. Staggers has developed an eight-week class, Coming Back to Your Core, that is a blend of health coaching and movement.

Amanda Barfield will continue teaching alignment based flow yoga at the studio in addition to assisting Staggers with program design, marketing and customer service.

Location: 456 Morphy Ave. For more information, call 251-5544121 or visit Integrated FitnessFairhope. com. See ad, page 32.

Lynette Staggers, IHC, LPTA, RYT-200

Aromatherapy Certification Course Middle Earth Healing and Learning Center, in Citronelle, will conduct a level one certification seminar in medicinal aromatherapy, from 6 to 8 p.m., June 14 and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., June 15 and 16.

The course will be taught by Middle Earth co-founders Craig and Lisa Kalloch and is intended for those that have a serious personal or professional interest in medicinal aromatherapy for the facilitation of healing—physiWisdom of the Earth Essential Oil cally, emotionally and spiritually.

Topics include: defining medicinal aromatherapy; a shamanic perspective on aromatherapy; relationships with the plant and tree kingdom; energy signature of essential oils; application methods; non-dilution approach to medicinal aromatherapy; toxicity myths; factors that affect quality and production; and practical uses of more than 100 Wisdom of the Earth essential oils.

Middle Earth regularly offers a variety of educational classes and workshops, including Introduction to Aquaponics, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., May 18, which presents information about a sustainable system that raises fish and plants together in a closed loop method. A full event schedule is available at MiddleEarthHealing.com.

Cost is $475/$450 early bird—50 percent due by May 14. For more information, call 251-866-7204, email MidEarthHealing@yahoo.com or visit MiddleEarthHealing. com. See ad, page 11.

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Treat Mom to an Elements Massage Surprise Elements Therapeutic Massage, in Mobile, is offering a Mother's Day gift card special. Buy one 55-minute massage gift card and get one half-off.

Elements clients benefit from a custom massage that is matched to their requested pressure level, combining techniques from several types of massage for an experience that addresses problem areas and meets their wellness goals.

Massage therapists check in with each client before, during and after their massage to verify that they are comfortable and their needs are being met.

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The First Seed Lending Library in Alabama The Magnolia Springs Public Library has added a seed lending library to its many endeavors. These kind of efforts are sprouting up all over the country, but mostly on the east and west coasts.

Saving seeds is a vital step toward food sustainCard catalog case of seeds ability and security and is often a missing link in gardening. The seed lending library allows Baldwin County library patrons to choose what they wish to grow by selecting from the wide variety of vegetable and ornamental seeds, all of which are organized in a former card catalog case. The patrons grow and harvest their plants, and then save and return some of the seeds to the library for others to enjoy during the next growing season. The main objective is to help and inspire people in the community to enjoy the outdoors and to learn more about sustainable gardening.

Library Director Alida Given says, “I wrote to various companies, asking for organic and heirloom vegetable seeds. Also, we requested ornamentals. We were flooded with glorious seeds, as well as seeds saved by local individuals. We've only been doing this for about a month, but we have had so many patrons participate.”

Users must have a valid Baldwin County library card, and there is a limit of six seed types or packets per person, with the promise to return seeds the following spring.

For more information, call 251-965-2305, email MagnoliaSpringsLibrary@gmail. com or visit MagnoliaSpringsLibrary.org.

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A Passion for Pedaling

Hop on a Bike and Go Lean and Green

by Debra Melani

Trading in the car keys for more two-wheeled time could curb many of society’s woes, from spiraling healthcare costs to deepening carbon footprints. Yet, the main reason many bicyclists love going for a spin is that it yields a greater sense of well-being and contributes to a healthier, more rewarding life.

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know it sounds crazy to say that bicycling is a silver bullet for all of these things, but I think it is,” says Elly Blue, 34, author of the recently released book, Everyday Bicycling: How to Ride a Bike for Transportation.

Blue’s life was transformed when she made a bicycle part of her daily world; so much so that she now dedicates her writing career largely to the subject.

“Bicycling is just so much more rewarding than driving,” remarks Tammy Strobel, 34, who gained national attention with her husband when they simplified their lives by building a 128-square-foot house. Cycling to work and to run errands was “a huge” piece of their transformation, even after the couple hauled their tiny abode from Portland, Oregon, (where Blue also resides) to a cattle ranch in California.

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bike to work grew by 43 percent between 2000 and 2008, a statistic that doesn’t surprise Blue. She first tried bike commuting after growing weary of relying on the bus system. “I got hooked on just how good it felt. It’s like flying.” Blue soon found that cycling was also a faster way to commute, restoring control of her schedule, reducing stress and boosting her happiness.

Strobel, who adds that enjoying nature and increasing daily exercise are also cycling benefits, says it’s bolstered her happiness and quality of life. “I don’t have to spend time going to the gym,” explains the freelance writer and photographer.

“I’m getting my exercise on my bike. I feel healthier and in better shape now.”

Several studies show dramatic health benefits for bike commuters. The Archives of Internal Medicine reported that when University of Copenhagen researchers ana-

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lyzed mortality from all causes in 13,445 women and 17,441 men, they found that non-bike commuters, even those otherwise physically active, had a 39 percent higher mortality rate during the 14-year study period than those that biked to work.

In another study, researchers followed 67,143 women in Shanghai (of whom more than 75 percent cycled) and found those that used bikes had a 20 to 50 percent lower risk of earlier mortality than their nonregularly exercising counterparts. They also boasted reduced rates of diabetes, cancer and cardiovascular disease (American Journal of Epidemiology). Studies published in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health further found that countries with higher numbers of biking or walking commuters have lower obesity rates.

Cycling boons transcend health benefits, expanding social circles for example, Blue and Strobel agree. “I was introduced to a whole new community,” Strobel recalls of her time in Portland with new cycling friends that she joined for group rides and camping trips.

Blue suggests finding fellow cyclists by seeking riding groups online or participating in charity rides. She observes that cycling can instill a greater sense of community, because it’s easier to stop and interact with others.

Cycling also makes people greener and leaner. It reduces gas and car maintenance costs, while keeping polluting vehicles off the road, observes Strobel, who cleared college and other debt by making her life transformation.

“There are just so many benefits to bicycling, and they are all really big things that contribute to the quality of life,” advises Strobel. “It feels so good to be on my bike and just slow down. In my old life, I was moving at such a fast pace that I didn’t even notice the change of seasons. With cycling, you notice everything.”

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Paving the Way for More Bicycles and Pedestrians

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ommunity-driven bicycle- and pedestrian-friendly initiatives have been on the rise for many years in the Bay Area. After 15 years, The Baldwin County Trailblazers have nearly completed the Eastern Shore Trail, a 32-mile multipurpose trail from Battleship Park to Weeks Bay Reserve. More recently, groups such as Mobilians on Bikes and the Slow Bicycle Society have formed to promote cycling as both a leisurely recreational activity and viable mode of transportation.

Municipalities and transportation planning organizations on both sides of the bay have taken note and are now bringing together citizens, advocacy organizations, planners and elected officials to make walking and bicycling more convenient and safe for the residents of Lower Alabama.

Last year, the Mobile Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) created a Mobile Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) to provide input and guidance throughout the MPO’s planning process for the Mobile County Bicentennial Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan. Senior Transportation Planner Tom Piper says, “We had a small section dedicated to cyclists and pedestrians in our long-range plan, but we decided we needed a more comprehensive plan.”

After collecting data on bicycling and pedestrian activity, assessing conditions and opportunities for bicycle and pedestrian facilities and gathering citizen input through a survey and public meetings, the new plan was formed. It seeks to preserve and enhance the area’s bicycling and pedestrian network while improving

the safety, attractiveness and overall viability of biking and walking as legitimate transportation alternatives.

The advisory committee is a mix of city and county engineers and planners; members of advocacy groups and organizations such as Smart Coast, Team Share the Road and Mobilians on Bikes; and individuals from the community at large, including avid cyclists, hikers and walkers.

“At first, I was worried about maintaining community participation, but we ended up having the opposite problem— we don’t have enough time in each meeting to get through everything we want to discuss,” says Piper, who facilitates the meetings. “We put this committee together to make the comprehensive plan, but then decided to make it a permanent committee. It gives us all a chance to sit down together on common ground and have face-to-face communication.” The membership grows with each meeting, and the group is about to increase the frequency of meetings from quarterly to bimonthly.

The dedicated committee members are starting to see their efforts come to fruition. As city and county transportation departments begin new projects, the plan is referenced as a guide and followed whenever possible. For example, rumble strips (road safety features that warn drivers when they drift from their lane) were previously installed down the middle of shoulders. As roads are resurfaced, rumble strips are now installed over the white striping, and shoulders are being widened to four feet, so cyclists have access to a smooth and safe path. Striping natural awakenings

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Local Resources Mobile County Bicentennial Bicycle and Pedestrian Comprehensive Plan MobileMPO.org/bikepedplanning.html

The plan analyzes existing bicycle and pedestrian facilities, provides facility recommendations, offers design and development standards and suggests education activities related to bicycle and pedestrian facilities in the Mobile Area. It is a guide to be used by those responsible for policy and implementation of bicycle and pedestrian facilities and programs in Mobile County.

Mobilians on Bikes (MOB) Facebook.com/groups/mobiliansonbikes

MOB promotes the utilitarian use of cycling for all Mobilians. From slow, pedestrian-style bicycle strolls to fast-paced workout rides and goofy costume rides, their diverse selection of socially focused rides offers something for everyone.

Slow Bicycle Society SlowBike.Wordpress.com

This Eastern Shore group aspires to promote bicycling on the Eastern Shore as a means of leisure, entertainment, social interaction and viable transportation.

Periodic rides are posted online and open to the public.

The Baldwin County Trailblazers TheTrailblazers.org

This Baldwin County charity is dedicated to safe, fun, family friendly trails, sidewalks and paths for walking, running and cycling. They have nearly completed the Eastern Shore Trail, a 32-mile pedestrian and biking trail from Battleship Park to Weeks Bay Reserve.

and improved curb cuts are being installed at major intersections to enhance bike/ pedestrian crosswalks. Working with the city, county and state, these projects and others are taking place downtown and in suburban areas, as well as outside the city limits.

As a cyclist, hiker and parent of four kids, Piper recognizes the tremendous impact bike and pedestrian-friendly facilities have on a community. “Not only does it make Mobile a more desirable and safer place to live, it’s good for our economy,” Piper explains, “Think about where you go on vacation. Many of us go to places where you can walk or ride your bike to get around. People like to get out of their cars to walk and shop and see things. It encourages them to spend money.” BPAC has spoken with the Baldwin County Trailblazers about connecting trails across the bay. “We’d love to see a regional trail around the bay connected by the ferry,” Piper says of the future.

The city of Fairhope's PedestrianBicycle Advisory Committee, a subcommittee of the city’s planning commission, has been active in event coordination and planning for just more than a year.

The committee has 10 members that meet monthly at the Nix Center, and the public is welcome to attend meetings and participate in projects.

Most recently, the group worked with the Trailblazers and the Slow Bicycle Society on the Eastern Shore to co-sponsor free bike valet service at the Fairhope Arts and Crafts Festival and Earth Day Mobile Bay. More than 150 bikes were parked at the bike valet throughout the three-day Arts and Crafts Festival, and during peak hours,

the bike corral was filled to capacity. Organizing volunteers to manage and oversee the parked bikes, the groups were able to offer visitors a safe, convenient and green place to keep their bikes during the events.

Committee member and Slow Bicycle Society founder Molly Peterson says, “Riding your bicycle to large events is so much easier than dealing with traffic and hunting for a parking spot. It's good for your health, good for your community and good for the Earth!”

Other projects that the Fairhope Pedestrian-Bicycle Committee are developing include promotion of National Bike-toWork Day on May 17, an application for the nationally recognized Walk-Friendly designation and a design competition for bike racks for the downtown area. The committee also supports the Fairhope Public Works Department's efforts to review and improve handicap accessibility along sidewalks and crosswalks in town.

Peterson points out, "Fairhope is lucky to have great leaders who have worked to develop the infrastructure for safe walking and bicycling in our community. Mayor Kant has been so very supportive, and Fairhope was the first city in Alabama to adopt a Complete Streets Policy, which lays the foundation for future improvements for active transportation."

Whether it’s a leisurely walk with the dog or a functional bicycle commute to school or work, these alternative forms of transportation foster a healthy connection to our community. Avid cyclists and hikers have been leading by example for years, but with policy makers now on board, active transportation is now becoming more accessible for everyone.

The Good Life Ride and Hangout TheGoodLifeFound.org The Good Life Foundation and Smart Coast (SmartCoast.org) host this annual Mother’s

Day ride to promote the need for complete streets. They are also facilitating, I’m Your Neighbor, a safety and awareness social media campaign to illustrate that cyclists are friends and neighbors that deserve safe passage when cycling for fun, fitness or transportation.

Mobilians on Bikes on an African-American History theme ride on their way back to downtown after visiting the Plateau Cemetery.

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regnancy hormones are known to cause myriad physical and emotional symptoms, including unexplainable mood swings. The fluctuations are more serious for one in five expectant moms because they also experience major depression. Now, a groundbreaking study by the University of Michigan offers new hope. Pregnant women identified as psychiatrically high-risk that participated in a 10-week mindfulness yoga intervention experienced significant reductions in their depressive symptoms. Mothers-to-be also reported stronger attachment to their babies in the womb.

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aking a brisk walk or bike ride may stave off cognitive decline better than reaching for the daily crossword puzzle, says a new study published in the journal Neurology. Researchers at Scotland’s University of Edinburgh reviewed the medical records of more than 600 Scots born in 1936 that were given MRI scans at age 73.

“People in their 70s that participated in more physical exercise, including walking several times a week, had less brain shrinkage and other signs of aging in the brain than those that were less physically active,” says study author Alan J. Gow, Ph.D.

Surprisingly, the study showed that participating in mentally and socially stimulating activities, such as visiting family and friends, reading or even learning a new language, did little to ward off the symptoms of an aging brain. Study participants will undergo a second MRI scan at age 76, and researchers plan to compare the two scans to see if the links between exercise and better brain health hold up.

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Pill Chill Birth Control Meds Foul Global Waters After ethinylestradiol (EE2), the active ingredient in most birth control pills, has done its duty in preventing pregnancy, it can begin a second life as a pollutant that harms wildlife, creating “intersex” fish and amphibians, and is difficult and costly to remove from wastewater streams that carry it into natural waterways. EE2 is only one of many synthetic hormones that humans excrete into wastewater.

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hirty-five thousand music fans will take to the white sandy beaches of Gulf Shores for the fourth annual Hangout Music Festival, from May 17 through 19. The eclectic lineup headlined

by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Kings of Leon and Stevie Wonder is sure to entertain the audience, but what kind of footprint does this type of event leave in the sand?

Hangout founder Shaul Zislin says, “We take our [environmental] responsibility as a member of the Gulf Shores community very seriously. Part of the magic of the festival is that we can assemble a large number of people and not trash the place we all love. The magic of Hangout—outside of the fantastic music and wonderful people—is coexisting with our beautiful environment here.”

The Asheville, North Carolina, company, Clean Vibes (CleanVibes.com), will once again provide onsite waste management for

the event. The company, which got its start with multi-day Phish festivals and the inaugural Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival, in Manchester, Tennessee, not only provides receptacles for recycling, they encourage participation by educating attendees and offering incentives. Additionally, 100 percent of the trash collected at the Hangout Festival will be sorted. If a recyclable item accidentally lands in the trash, the sorting process will move the item into the proper receptacle to ensure as little stuff as possible heads to the landfill. At last year’s festival, 700 cubic yards of waste was recycled.

Much of Clean Vibe’s work is performed by concert-going volunteers, which receive free admission in exchange for working a five-hour shift each day of the festival.

While festival attendees are able to recycle plastic water bottles onsite, individuals are encouraged to bring their own reusable bottles. Bottled water will be sold,

but personal water bottles can be filled up for free at water stations throughout the venue.

In an effort to reduce the amount of greenhouse gases generated by Hangout staffers, bicycles are loaned out, instead of cars. A beach cruiser is not only more fun than a car; it’s the more practical option, because the bike can be driven right up to the entrance. At the conclusion of last year’s festival, the staff’s bicycles were donated to the Christian Service Center and the Alabama Sheriff Boys Ranch, two charities that Hangout supports throughout the year.

Attendees are also encouraged to leave their cars parked at home during the weekend. Bike racks will be available near the main entrance, and for those staying more than a bike ride away, a Hangout shuttle pass is the best option. Organizers encourage shuttle use by offering prizes (such as VIP upgrades), surprise artist visits and live performances on the commutes.

Festival organizers make a conscious attempt to purchase products that are easy to recycle and discourage the use of paper goods by utilizing reusable items whenever possible. To support the local economy and cut down on miles traveled by products and amenities, local vendors receive priority, and get premium placement at the event.

Hangout media contact Erik Stein says, “There are too many local vendors to list.

From renting deck chairs to buying palm trees, bicycles and organic cheese and bread, we get as much locally as possible.”

Putting on a festival of this size is a massive undertaking, and to do it with an eco-conscious attitude is challenging, but valuable. Zislin says, “It’s very important that we leave the beaches as nice as… actually, better than, before we arrived.”

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Aging Gracefully It’s No Mystery: We Now Know How

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ost of us like to think that we’ll be vibrant, energetic, smart and yes, gorgeous, until the end of our lives. This isn’t an unattainable fantasy— even if past poor lifestyle choices may have tarnished some much-anticipated Golden Years.

Fortunately, it’s never too late (or too early) to make key small changes that will immediately and profoundly influence our ability to live long and healthy lives. Experts recommend that a handful of simple, scientifically validated health strategies will help us age gracefully and beautifully.

“Most of us are living longer, but not necessarily better,” advises Dr. Arlene Noodleman, medical co-director of Age Defy Dermatology and Wellness, in Campbell, California. “Many people face decades of chronic debilitating disease, but you can minimize or even eliminate that period of life and maximize health. It’s all about your lifestyle.”

Rules to Live By

Whether the goal is disease prevention, retaining a sharp mind, weight control, balancing hormones, maintaining good posture or supporting glowing skin, all the experts Natural Awakenings asked agree on a core strategy that can extend life and improve its quality in later years: Take a walk. Or, undertake another enjoyable form of outdoor exercise for about 30 minutes a day.

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times a week allows natural production of vitamin D. Researchers at Boston University, Harvard University and others attest that sufficient doses of the vitamin help prevent cancer, heart disease, diabetes, depression, obesity, osteoporosis and osteoarthritis, relieve menopausal symptoms and support longevity.

Drink plenty of water. Hydration is key to cell health and overall proper body functions. Aim for consuming one ounce of water every day for every two pounds of body weight.

Eat a healthy diet. This means lots of vegetables and fish, some lean meats and poultry and moderate amounts of fruits and grains for weight control; abundant antioxidants to prevent deterioration that leads to chronic disease; and vital nutrients to support and extend life. Avoid sugars in all forms, simple carbohydrates, processed foods and for many, wheat and wheat gluten, especially for those with excess abdominal fat.

Get a good night’s sleep. Eight hours is more than beauty sleep. Studies consistently report that it’s essential for energy and the prevention of a host of diseases, including obesity, diabetes, heart disease and cancer (Nurses’ Health Study; plus UK research in Diabetes Care, the European Heart Journal and British Journal of Cancer). Regular turning in and waking times, plus sleeping in a dark room, are important to optimize melatonin production; it is not true that we need less sleep as we age.

Use the right supplements. Take a high-quality multivitamin every day, preferably an organic product based on whole foods for optimum nutrition. Fish oil is also essential for nearly everyone for heart, brain and joint health. Vitamin D is critical, especially in the winter months and for darker-skinned people that need greater sun exposure to manufacture it.

Also add curcumin; according to numerous clinical studies, including those from Baylor University and the University of California-Los Angeles, it can help prevent and even reverse cancer, Alzheimer’s, osteoarthritis, skin diseases and digestive disorders.

Prevent Dementia

Caregivers for parents or other relatives with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia are often concerned about experiencing such regression themselves.

“There is some evidence that a tendency to memory loss can be inherited, but in any case, there are things you can do to prevent and even possibly reverse memory loss,” counsels Noodleman.

Reducing stress is the best way to keep a sharp mind, she says. “Chronic stress inhibits the cerebral cortex (the brain’s gray matter, responsible for higher mind function, including memory), resulting in a lack of judgment and other impaired brain function.

So, manage stress and memory function will improve.”

Deep breathing and increased oxygenation of the blood helps relieve stress and deliver nutrients to brain cells. Practicing yoga postures like the shoulder stand and headstand, or exercises using an inversion table, for just a few minutes a day can improve circulation to the brain and may help keep brain cells intact.

“It’s important to keep brain cells healthy and alive by keeping blood sugars and blood pressure under control,” urges Doctor of Osteopathy Lisa Ganghu, an internal medicine specialist and clinical assistant professor at New York University’s Langone Medical Center, in New York City. High blood pressure and diabetes are risk factors for strokes and mini-strokes that result in brain cell impairment, she says, adding, “Some research even suggests that caffeine may improve memory and focus.”

“Use it or lose it,” concludes Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, an integrative medical authority from Kona, Hawaii, and author of Real Cause, Real Cure. Extensive research shows that challenging the brain with puzzles and language courses, having an active social life and getting regular exercise are all related to maintaining optimum brain health.

“People who age gracefully are physically and mentally active,” adds Noodleman.

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“Avoid sugar; it causes premature cell aging that affects all body systems.” He explains that excess sugar and its byproducts age and stiffen cells. Dozens of studies directly link sugar and aging, including a PLoS Genetics study from the University of Montreal.

(Also see Tinyurl.com/ GlycationExplained.)

Reproducing cancer cells typically don’t die as other cells in the human body are programmed to.

Recent research by Baylor University and others based on the Human Genome Project strongly suggests that curcumin taken as a dietary supplement (400 mg a day or more) can persuade cancer cells to commit suicide and stop their wild and potentially fatal reproduction.

Ganghu further recommends limiting exposure to environmental toxins from sources such as common garden and household chemicals and agricultural spraying (choose organic for safety).

Weight Control

A large body of research from institutions such as the National Institute on Aging and the International Longevity Center shows that avoiding obesity and managing weight is paramount for longevity, as well as for preventing many of the diseases associated with aging. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that people with a body mass index (BMI) over 35 are at an 18 percent higher risk of earlier death from all causes than those that maintain a normal body weight (BMI of 25 or under).

Hormones can be a factor in weight gain for perimenopausal and menopausal women, says Ganghu, so it is important to be tested. She also notes, “A loss of muscle mass due to aging can affect weight because muscle tissue is metabolically more active than fat tissue, creating a vicious circle.” She recommends strength training to improve muscle strength and mass.

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weights are enough to create “Michelle Obama arms,” says Kathy Smith of Park City, Utah, a DVD fitness entrepreneur and a spokesperson for the International Council on Active Aging.

Good Posture

“We spend a lot of time driving, working on computers and other activities with our arms in front of us. This causes chest muscles to contract and become tight as we age, drawing the head forward and rounding the spine, which produces a pronounced slouch,” says Smith, author of Feed Muscle, Shrink Fat Diet.

Bending, stretching and strength training strengthens the shoulder and back muscles that help us stay upright. Smith recommends a “walking desk”, essentially a treadmill with a board across the arms where a laptop can rest, and the user walks at only one to two miles per hour. “You’re moving, not sitting, and that is really important,” says Smith.

Yoga postures like cobra and bow are also helpful, as are visits to a chiropractor or other structural therapist.

Healthy Skin

“Your skin is a roadmap of your overall health,” says Dr. Rick Noodleman, a dermatologist who practices anti-aging medicine in California’s Silicon Valley with his wife. He explains that skin aging is caused by the three D’s: deflation,

descent and deterioration. All of them can be reversed.

Deflation is the loss of volume and moisture, which can be offset by proper internal hydration, healthy nutrition and good moisturizers. “People can make new collagen well into their 80s and even 90s,” he says. Deterioration is the loss of skin tone and elasticity that can accompany stress, poor diet and lack of exercise.

Noodleman recommends regular exfoliation of skin on the face (an economical home facial with baking soda and water or eggs is high on his list) and dry brushing the whole body. He also notes that new laser treatments, acupressure facelifts and other spa treatments can help temporarily minimize wrinkles and bring back a youthful glow.

It’s not hard to be vibrant, healthy and energetic at any age if one is living a healthy lifestyle. “I feel like I am 30. I expect to feel that way for the rest of my life,” says the 60-something Teitelbaum. “Of course, I’m not at the beach in a Speedo,” he quips.

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“Actively engaging with my mom has enabled me to balance my independence with a dependable bond, which helps me grow into my true self. Plus, it allows my mom to know the real me.”

TEEN DRAMA QUEENS Keeping the Mother-Daughter Bond Strong

~ Eliza Reynolds back equally because their minds have not yet fully matured.

“That’s how teens learn to return to a calm place, by seeing our mom remain steady through our storms,” Eliza observes.

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or many, the strong mother-daughter bond seems to suddenly unravel when adolescence appears. “Parenting is exasperating and wears you out,” sighs Heather Thomas, of Houston, Texas, a mother of three, including 16-year-old Mary Meghan.

Mothers can gain some comfort in the biological reasons for the onset of emotionally charged arguments and repeated curfew violations. It begins with changes in the brain caused by an increase in the hormones that stimulate girls’ ovaries, and by age 10 or 11, the hormones become elevated to levels comparable to those of postmenopausal women.

Dr. Christiane Northrup, author of Mother-Daughter Wisdom, points out that in addition to experiencing mood swings and temperature changes similar to those of menopausal women, girls’ rising estrogen, unbalanced by progesterone, may likewise produce brain irritability. “It’s no wonder girls are both cuddling with and screaming at you in the same day,” she points out.

Nurse Practitioner Sil Reynolds, who co-authored Mothering & Daughtering with her daughter Eliza, gently reminds mothers, “The mother-adolescent

daughter relationship is asymmetrical.

Mothers are responsible for being the adult in the relationship as their daughters grow up. Understanding this can be a relief to both of you.”

Part of the responsibility of being an adult is to provide a safe psychological and emotional environment for children without taking things personally. The frontal cortex responsible for making decisions is still developing in the adolescent brain. Weathering mood swings and reactive outbursts, mothers can learn to remain steady, understanding that teens are not capable of giving

Powerful Role Models Northrup believes that a daughter’s peers play a large role in her successfully navigating the teen years, but emphasizes that, “A mother’s influence wins. Be consistent in your loving and clear about rules and boundaries, while encouraging a sense of their own worth and autonomy.”

Teenagers are anxious to grow up and do their own thing, but until they have internalized safe and reasonable boundaries, they need someone else to establish them. Northrup reports how teen clients that were given too much freedom… “come in aching for

Key Family Communication Tools Avoid the use of absolutes (never, always, everyone, forever) because they leave no room for differing opinions or shared responsibility for problems.

For example, replace “always” with “often,” or “everyone” with “a lot of people.”

Soften statements by turning heated one-liners into “I” statements. Say, “I feel like you don’t call when you say you will,” rather than, “You never call when you say you will.”

Instead of open-ended questions, try a three-word check-in. Both mother and daughter share three words that describe their current emotional state honestly and authentically. Take turns sharing. There is no need to explain why these words were chosen, but it can give both parties a better glimpse into each other’s current state of heart and mind. natural awakenings

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A Daughter’s Go-To Guidelines

by Eliza Reynolds Don’t give up. When you give up, you are asking your mom to give up on you. Instead of stating, “She’ll never get me or trust me and she’ll always embarrass me,” help her to meet the real you.

Stay real. Be authentic and genuine (no BS). If you want to talk, try starting with a simple, “Hey, Mom, I’ve got something I want to talk to you about.

Could just the two of us consult for a minute?” Yes, your mom may be eerily on point sometimes, but she can’t actually read your mind (Surprise!).

Build the relationship you want and need. It’s the one where you get along.

She listens when you’re talking and you want to listen, too. It’s normal for this to take work. When you choose to be half of this two-person team that’s key to your well-being, teenage life becomes easier. I call it the art of daughtering. Just imagine what life could be like if your mom was your greatest ally.

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boundaries and feel that their parents don’t care about them. It is the parents’ job to create healthy, though not rigid, boundaries.”

What has worked for Heather is to casually join Mary Meghan in her room with an intention to be present and actively listen to her. “I say something simple like, ‘I have missed you,’ and then allow her to open up to me without being critical or judgmental,” she explains.

“Sometimes we listen to music or look at outfits in magazines together.”

“Girls know when you’re paying attention, and your tone and body language speak louder than words,” confirms Eliza. She also notes that, “How was your day?” doesn’t work as well as the more specific, “How did your test go?”

As with any relationship, there are occasional conflicts and misunderstandings, but there’s always potential for repair. Eliza and Sil encourage mothers and daughters to reconnect through the repair process; with heartfelt restoration, the bond grows stronger.

Helpful Activities

Everyone benefits from regularly scheduled quality time together. Sil advises, “For households with siblings, this can mean 10 one-on-one minutes a day for each kid. When both parents aren’t under the same roof, technology can

help—face time is better than texting, whether it’s through a screen or not.”

Some mother-daughter teams enjoy taking dance classes together, having movie dates or pairing up as volunteers. At their weekend workshops, the Reynolds engage in projects and conversations about what it means to invite spirituality and a sense of sacredness into one’s life. Sil sees firsthand how many mothers and daughters are “hungry for spiritual depth.”

Heather’s family makes dinners, school vacations and church activities a priority, including a youth program.

She says, “Through our church, we are blessed to have caring, Christian adults we trust to help guide and raise our kids and help formulate their morals. It’s a place where it’s okay to question beliefs and share differing viewpoints.”

Many moms seek better bonds with their daughters than what they experienced as teens. Heather notes, “I only see my mother a couple times a year, and when I do, I give her an extra hug and apologize [both jokingly and seriously] for my own teen years. Now, having teen girls of my own, I get how hard it is, and I tell her that every time I see her.”

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by Meghan Lepkowski

Talking to our children about breastfeeding can be a daunting task.

While health benefits have been promoted in recent years, there is a gap between what mothers know and the education of younger women about these advantages. Talking to our children is critical to help normalize the practice of breastfeeding and improve nursing rates for future generations of women whose health may benefit from it.

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iscussions of breastfeeding and health education will be different, depending on the age of the child, but openness and positive messages are key. Amanda Alvarez has two small children, both under the age of 6, yet she has already begun the process of normalizing breastfeeding in her home. “For us, it is a collaborative effort of modeling breastfeeding behaviors and discussing nursing in its normal context in books about families, or mammal animals feeding their young,” she explains. “You don’t need breastfeeding-specific books or toys.”

Such practices are crucial because one challenge faced by young mothers is the lack of reliable modeling of nursing protocol. Evolutionary psychologists lament that it is not a practice we are used to seeing and discussing regularly, so many women lack the experience to deal effectively with the challenges faced in the early months of lactation. They are instead forced to learn as they go in the grips of postpartum hormones and delivery recovery.

Children exposed early to nursing behaviors are less affected by it and more likely to see it as a normal part of motherhood. Answering their questions

honestly and without shame provides early information about the practice that can be built upon in the years to come as bodily understanding increases.

Older children also benefit from parents that demonstrate positive attitudes about seeing nursing practices, even when they show embarrassment or opposition.

Teens often have an aversion to parental advice, but healthy habits (from eating broccoli to sex education) are still a valuable topic of conversation. In its need to be discussed, breastfeeding is no different.

We all end up just a little more like our parents than we want to believe, due to modeling practices and parental beliefs that become ingrained in our psyche from early learning experiences.

One mother, Daniela Neilsen, has other concerns. “I think my biggest issue is trying to show my daughter that breasts are a normal part of motherhood; that they should not be a source of shame and self consciousness,” she says. Her concerns are shared by many mothers trying to find ways to mesh healthy infant feeding with a society that believes breasts are more sexual than useful, a particularly sticky issue with older girls and adolescents.

The issue of breast sexualization makes the conversation even more difficult for parents that may have been raised to feel embarrassment about the whole topic.

The stigma and shame from popular American culture lends itself to girls with negative body image at earlier and earlier ages, with breast sexualization as a very real roadblock to normal infant feeding in later life. For this reason, parents must take extra effort to drive home the point that breasts are not immodest, but a natural part of motherhood that shame need not be attached to; something that can prove difficult if mothers do not subscribe to this belief themselves. Altering preconceived notions about shame and modesty often requires mothers to explore educational resources in an effort to break through ingrained biases to provide their daughters with a more open and healthy self-image.

Throughout all our conversations, positive messages are critical. Scare tactics tend to elicit defensiveness and shame, both things we wish to avoid when building a healthy body image and self-esteem model for younger generations. Embracing positivity toward nursing mothers and open, honest discussion about the benefits of breastfeeding, as well as the expected twists and turns, can go a long way towards helping our daughters make informed choices and lessen their own anxiety when in a new breastfeeding relationship.

Well-informed decisions may be our biggest defense against societal pressures or stigmatization. According to breastfeeding researcher Jennifer Atkins-Gordeeva, “This all feeds into an informed choice health movement. Lots of healthcare professionals, with the AAP [American Academy of Pediatrics] being the strongest voice, want both drawbacks of formula and benefits of breastfeeding spelled out so people can make more informed choices.

In addition, Healthy People 2020 and the U.S. Surgeon General both indicate that all ages of the population need to be in on the breastfeeding conversation.” This conversation may be far-reaching, but it begins at home.

For additional support or breastfeeding concerns, visit La Leche League Mobile Bay Area on Facebook.

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by Sayer Ji and Tania Melkonian

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n addition to relieving symptoms of menopause and andropause and helping maintain a normal, balanced hormone system, healthy eating can yield many other benefits. According to U.S. National Library of Medicine research reports, these include weight management, bone health and fertility and natural defenses against breast and prostate cancers and osteoarthritis symptoms.

Despite drug-free approaches to hormone health that predate synthesized 20thcentury hormone replacement therapy, the pharmaceutical industry has all but

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vanquished eating appropriately nutritious foods as a means to balancing hormones.

Why do people embrace external sourcing when natural internal functioning is the better, less costly and more permanent solution? Even the current bio-identical upgrade of hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) may lead to some biological dependency on these substances. Appropriate BHRT should include an analysis of how the individual uniquely metabolizes hormones and functional foods that can help.

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abling increased production of what they lack due to changes associated with age or illness. Healthy eating likewise reduces the activity of excess hormones already in the body, beneficially mimicking their previous function without the unwanted side effects.

Here are some leading food aids to get us there.

Pomegranate

The resemblance of the inner topography of a pomegranate to an ovary is more than poetic homage. Pre-Renaissance Western herbalists commonly held that a plant food’s visual similarity to a human organ indicated a positive health correlation. Research published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology on pomegranates by Japanese scientists revealed that the seeds and fleshy capsules within which they are suspended, called arils, contain estrogens structurally similar to those found in mammals.

Preclinical results published in Phytochemistry may explain why extracts of these plant-derived bio-identical hormones mimicking estradiol, estriol and estrone are capable of replacing the function of an ovary. A Japanese study published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology reported that

female mice whose ovaries had been removed and were later fed pomegranate juice and pomegranate seed extract for two weeks showed reversals in bone loss, uterine weight loss and anxiety.

Broccoli

Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli and Brussels sprouts, collard and mustard greens and the root vegetables kohlrabi and rutabaga contain glucosinolates, which help protect DNA from damage, according to a study published in Current Science. Also, ever-increasing preclinical and clinical evidence shows that consuming cruciferous vegetables reduces the risk of more than 100 health problems, including a wide range of cancers, like those affecting the bladder and breasts.

Flax

Unwelcome symptoms of perimenopause (which can last years before the completion of menopause) can be offset through daily ingestion of ground flax, which can be added to cereals, salads and other foods. Ground flaxseed mixed with dried berries is particularly palatable.

As the ovarian reserve of naturally manufactured hormones exhausts itself and prompts an imbalance, flaxseed is particularly effective in rebalancing levels of desirable estrogen metabolites, such as breast-friendly 2-hydroxyestrone. It contains a fiber, lignan, that upon digestion produces two important phytoestrogens capable of stimulating the body’s natural estrogen receptors in cases of estrogen deficiency and blocking both synthetic and natural estrogen when there is excess (as with estrogen-dominant conditions from puberty to menopause).

These properties have been confirmed in human clinical studies performed at the University of Toronto’s Department of Nutritional Sciences and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Thus, flaxseed may be considered a source of plant “estrogen” capable of prompting regression of estrogen-sensitive cancers, including those of the breast and prostate.

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Imagine the potent hormone-balancing properties of a dinner of steamed rutabaga dressed with ground flaxseeds and cumin with a side of mustard greens with olive oil and pomegranate dressing. It beats a serving of Premarin with a serving of unwanted side effects any day.

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o secure optimum performance, maximize lifespan and maintain the warranty of vehicles, knowledgeable drivers follow the regular maintenance needs recommended in the owner’s manual. Similarly, many health practitioners, integrative physicians and chiropractors suggest that periodically cleansing the body’s inside works—flushing toxins and enabling the digestive process and organs like the liver and kidney to rest and reset—aids in maintaining, restoring and optimizing health.

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Their suggestions for reducing the overload based on 60 years of combined experience include eliminating pro-inflammatory processed foods, alcohol, coffee, refined sugars and bad fats; increasing daily intake of healthy, organic, fiber-rich foods; and gently cleansing at least twice a year, using a natural approach.

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According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the onset of spring and fall suggest appropriate times for internal cleansing.

Although strictly protein drink fasts are not encouraged, a minimum of 20 grams of high-quality protein should be consumed daily. Read labels and pick a sugarless protein powder.

A simple one-day, weekend or seven-day cleanse for experienced or inexperienced individuals begins every morning with a total body dry skin brushing prior to showering, and then drinking a minimum of 10, eight-ounce glasses of water throughout the day.

This includes a tasty green “Eighty percent into the regimen, as necesjuice drink, followed by an sary, “An enema [initially] of cancer cases affects only the intestine’s eight-ounce glass of water for breakfast, lunch and a lower third, so hold in the are caused by healthy afternoon snack. room-temperature water for Watson’s favorite green environmental and five to 15 minutes, if poscleansing recipe consists of sible,” suggests Berry. liquefying one-and-a-half food carcinogens.” cucumbers, two stalks of What to Avoid ~ National Cancer celery, half a Granny Smith Institute and the National Safe, over-the-counter soluapple, a handful of spinach Institute of Environmental tions for colon cleansing or any other type of green generally promote colon Health Sciences vegetable, a few sprigs of health and can nicely supparsley and a tiny piece of lemon. plement a fast. Avoid products that contain

Then, an hour after breakfast and senna leaf and cascara sagrada, which are lunch, sip a cup of herbal tea, take two potent laxatives. or three capsules of spirulina and two Watson and Berry don’t recommend capsules of omega-3. For dinner, liquefy rigid “crash and burn” cleanses, such as one teaspoon of red miso paste in eight those consisting solely of protein drinks or ounces of hot water and add five sprigs of raw juices or lemon juice and water with wakame seaweed. maple syrup and cayenne pepper. “It’s

“To fight hunger during the day, drink better to cleanse gently with fresh green more water with lemon or ginger, warm juices with meals consisting of brown rice herbal tea or green juices,” advises Watson. and either raw, lightly steamed or roasted

To increase fiber intake, Berry suggests vegetables,” counsels Watson. placing ingredients in a VitaMix or the more

“Any detox program, if followed by affordable NutriBullet, which pulverizes eating whatever you want, not only doesn’t everything added, even whole flax seeds. work, it has consequences,” adds Berry, who Juicers, which are harder to clean after strongly advises easing back into a sensible using, separate the liquid from the fibrous diet after a cleanse. She notes that one client pulp, which human intestines need to crebecame ill from breaking her detox with a ate at least two daily bowel movements. meal of barbeque ribs and beer.

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251-455-9359. PranaHealthAndWellness.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 5

Body In Spirit Sunday with Rev. K. Laurendine: Hocus Focus! – 1-4pm. Put the Law of Attraction to work for you--and understand main roadblocks for why sometimes it "doesn't". Clear your energy with EFT, reveal personal symbolism, and connect with angels/ guides/higher self by “visioning” to create a powerful high-vibration vision board. Suggested energy exchange: $35/$25 for Fortis affiliates. Email or call to pre-register for this event. Fortis College Massage Therapy Program, 300F Azalea Rd, Mobile. 251-7531937. KellyLaurendine@gmail.com. BodyInSpirit. com. FortisMassageMobile.com.

FRIDAY, MAY 10

Meditation Center of Alabama’s 3-Day Meditation Retreat – May 10-12. $130 before April 28. $160 (includes room and healthy, vegetarian meals). $35/day for commuters. Visitation Monastery, 2300 Springhill Ave, Mobile. 251-408-7902. Meditation CenterOfAlabama.weebly.com.

Open Table’s Spiritual Retreat: “I Will Tell You a Story” – 5:30-9:15pm, May 10. 8:45am-2pm, May 11. After viewing together the film "Life of Pi," participants will enjoy conversations and activities that explore the spiritual power of story to form us, heal us, and forge us into faith communities. Register by May 5. All are welcome. $15 includes 3 meals; vegetarian options. 1050 Azalea Rd, Mobile. 251-545-1011.

Pastor@OpenTableUCC.org.

Sunset Yoga for Charity – 6:30pm. Debbie Calvancante teaching for Willow Equine Rescue. This event is by donation for charity every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month overlooking the bay. Bring your own mat and a friend. Beginner friendly classes. Donation. Fairhope Bluff. 251-379-4493. ThriveFairhope.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 11

Vegan 101-Flavors of India – 11am-1:30pm.

Come sample the flavors of India as we discuss how to prevent and reverse disease through a plant-based diet, plus general principles of plant-based nutrition, while preparing a completely plant-based Indian meal. Workshop includes hands-on instruction, tasting, handouts and recipes. $25pp/$45 for two (bring a friend). Episcopal Church of the Redeemer 7125 Hitt Rd, Mobile. 251-510-2418. Tracey@ThePureVegan. com. ThePureVegan.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 12

The Good Life Ride and Hangout – 8:30am. A ride to the Hangout benefitting the Complete Streets efforts on the Eastern Shore. 40 mi ride from Page and Palette, 20 mi ride from Jesse’s in Magnolia Springs, 5 mi ride from Gulf Shores Sportsplex. TheGoodLifeFound.org.

Katya Grineva Mother’s Day Concert – 7-8:30pm.

Renowned Russian pianist performing as fundraiser for Meditation Center of Alabama’s 3-day retreat. $35.

Purchase tickets at Bangkok Thai Cuisine or call 251344-9955. Visitation Monastery, 2300 Springhill Ave, Mobile. MeditationCenterOfAlabama.weebly.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 16

Qigong for Busy People with Donna Weber, M.A., LPC – 6-9pm. In as little as 10 minutes a day improve your health with easy Chinese exercises. $35. Reiki Center of Fairhope, 20730 Highway 181, Fairhope.

251-281-8811. Donna@ReclaimYourTrueEmotions. com. ReclaimYourTrueEmotions.com.

FRIDAY, MAY 17

Kula Yoga 200hr Teacher Training – Fri, 6-9pm.

Sat, 1-7pm. Sun, 12-6pm. Year long teacher training program meets one weekend/month. Curriculum includes postures, breathing, philosophy, meditation, history, therapeutics, teaching techniques and anatomy.

See website for dates, cost, book list and application.

Graduates are eligible to register for RYT200 with Yoga Alliance. Center for Spiritual Living, Mobile.

251-202-YOGA. KulaYogaCommunity.org/school.

SATURDAY, MAY 18

Introduction to Aquaponics – 10am-3pm. No weeding! Conserve water! This class shows you how to raise plants and fish in the sustainable, closed loop aquaponic system. Tour the systems at Middle Earth, be amazed and join the Aquaponic Revolution. Middle Earth Healing and Learning Center, 20205 Middle Earth Rd, Citronelle. 251-866-7204.

Indigo Children Workshop with Amy Siegal – 9am-12pm. Have your children been diagnosed with sensory processing disorder? Amy Siegal will be discussing alternative methods of how to help them integrate their multi-sensory input, including basic occupational therapy, sensory diet and many facets of energy work. Parents/caregivers invited. $35. Reiki Center of Fairhope, 20730 Highway 181, Fairhope.

Amy: 251-284-2329. ReikiCenterOfFairhope@gmail. com. ReikiCenterOfFairhope.com/events/.

Bald Eagle Bash – 4-7pm. 4th annual fundraiser for Weeks Bay Foundation at the Tonsmeire Weeks Bay Resource Center at the Fish River Bridge on U.S. Highway 98. Enjoy “a taste of Weeks Bay” featuring fresh Gulf shrimp. Live music by Rollin’ in the Hay. $35 in advance; $40 at the gate. 11525 U.S. Highway 98, Fairhope. 251-990-5004. Marcia@WeeksBay.org.

BaldEagleBash.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 19

Body In Spirit Sunday: Sacred Movement with Rev. K. Laurendine – 1-4pm. Explore your body in spirit with this eclectic, fluid, mindful, heart-centered

practice. Uses sound, various movement practices, and symbolism to enliven and connect the spiritualphysical-energetic aspects of the body while quieting and focusing of the mind. All fitness levels welcome.

Suggested energy exchange: $35/$25 for Fortis affiliates. Email or call to pre-register for this event. Fortis College Massage Therapy Program, 300F Azalea Rd, Mobile. 251-753-1937. KellyLaurendine@gmail.com.

BodyInSpirit.com. FortisMassageMobile.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 23

Usui Reiki I for Seniors (age 55+) – 10am-3pm.

Reiki I gives you the opportunity to work on yourself and practice giving yourself Reiki daily for optimum health on all levels, mental, physical, spiritual. Includes Attunement/Certificate. Register with $50 deposit, your phone number and e-mail address before May 20th. $125/pp. $200/couples. Reiki Center of Fairhope, 20730 Highway 181, Fairhope. 251-317-1534.

CSDawley@gmail.com. ReikiCenterOfFairhope. com/events/.

FRIDAY, MAY 24

Family Yoga and Art Lounge – 6pm. Participants will use games, sound and partner exercises, in addition to traditional yoga postures and breathing techniques. Closing relaxation will clear the mind in preparation for art activities to follow. All ages and abilities are welcome. Donation for yoga. $2 for art. Space 301, Downtown Mobile. 251-202-YOGA. KulaYogaCommunity.org.

Sunset Yoga for Charity – 6:30pm. Yvonne Hoover will teach for The Haven. This event is by donation for charity every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month overlooking the bay. Bring your own mat and a friend.

Beginner friendly classes. Donation. Fairhope Bluff.

251-379-4493. ThriveFairhope.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 25

Emotions and Better Health with Donna Weber M.A., LPC – 9am-4pm. Release negative emotions (fear, anxiety, etc.) that are impacting your ability to heal. $95. Reiki Center of Fairhope, 20730 Highway 181, Fairhope. Reiki Center: 251-281-8811. Registration: ReclaimYourTrueEmotions.com. More information: Donna@ReclaimYourTrueEmotions.com.

ReikiCenterOfFairhope.com/Events/.

Introduction to Hypnosis – 9:30-11:30am. Hypnosis is a relaxation tool which has been used for centuries supporting people in overcoming fears and addictions. Join us as we explore its history and how hypnosis can aid us in releasing anxiety, worry, fearful thoughts and addictive behaviors. Love offering donation. 1230 Montlimar Dr, Mobile. 251-343-0777.

MobileHypnosis.co.

Healing Activation for Mobile Bay and Dolphin Playshop! with Cyndie Lepori – 1pm. Dolphin Playshop/Beach Activation for healing of the waters of Mobile Bay. You can physically join us or participate from home or the beach of your choice...but more fun to experience the energies in person! Donations gratefully accepted, but not required. Fairhope Pier, 1 Beach Rd, Fairhope. Sponsored by Reiki Center of Fairhope.

Cyndie for details: 601-466-6559. DolphinHugs4u2@ gmail.com. ReikiCenterOfFairhope.com/Events/.

Restorative Yoga Workshop – 1-3pm. Learn and refine your restorative practice with Wayne Kent.

This is not the usual Saturday morning class. $20.

Pre-payment is required. Prana Health and Wellness, 209A S Section St, Fairhope. 251-455-9359.

PranaHealthAndWellness.com.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 1

An Introduction to Kundalini Yoga – 11am-1pm.

Kundalini Yoga is a dynamic system combining posture, breath, movement and concentration. The exercises and meditations aim to improve physical health and vitality as well as mental focus. Join Instructor Gurupreet Khalsa and learn about this life altering practice. $20. Register early as space is limited.

Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile. 251-473-1104.

SUNDAY, JUNE 2

Body In Spirit Sunday with Rev. K. Laurendine: ENERGY 101 – 1-4pm. Discover the body’s energy field; experience feeling, seeing, reading and clearing the aura; further develop intuitive faculties (continued from Hocus Focus! workshop); learn techniques for using a pendulum, energetically clearing and protecting personal space and exploring dream symbols and interpretation. Suggested energy exchange: $35/$25 for Fortis affiliates. Email or call to pre-register for this event. Fortis College Massage Therapy Program, 300F Azalea Rd, Mobile. 251-753-1937. KellyLaurendine@gmail. com. BodyInSpirit.com. FortisMassageMobile.com.

MONDAY, JUNE 3

The Rotary Youth Club’s Summer Program – Jun 3-Aug 2. 7am-6pm. Looking for a summer adventure for your child? The Rotary Youth Club’s Summer Program is the place to be! Your child will have an awesome adventure with field trips, water activities, sports, art, academics and more. Call for more information. $150/month. Rotary Youth Club, Fairhope.

251-928-9148. Info@RotaryYouthClub.org.

markyourcalendar Mobile County Master Gardeners’

Farm to Table Tasting Event

Locally sourced, fresh ingredients from 13 Alabama farmers are used by 11 chefs and caterers to create fresh tastings, served with wine, for your culinary delight. The sweet ending comes from 7 local dessert, pastry and coffee specialists in Mobile and Baldwin Counties. $65 per person.

June 3 • 6-8pm 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, Spanish Fort JDA0002@aces.edu • 251-574-8445 Aces.Edu/Mobile/mg

TUESDAY, JUNE 4 Ocean Camp for Ocean Lovers & Future Scientists Ages 5-12 – Tues-Fri, Jun 4- July 26. Ages 5-8, 9am-12pm. Ages 9-12, 1-4pm. Ocean Camp offers half day children's camps with a variety of ocean themes. Daily schedule includes critical thinking, creative thinking, problem solving in the marine world on Alabama's gulf environment. $125 per camper. Gulf Shores & Orange Beach. 251-802-8605.

Facebook.com/OceanCamp/info.

ongoingevents Please call ahead to confirm dates and times. All calendar events must be received by the 10th of the month and adhere to our guidelines. Go to TinyURL.com/NACalendar to submit entries. special and sacred space. Between Hillcrest and Knollwood. Unity Mobile, 5859 Cottage Hill, Mobile.

251-661-1788.

sunday Discounts on Supplements – Every Sunday get 15% off supplements at Fairhope Health Foods (251-928-0644) and Virginia's Health Foods (251345-0494). 280 Eastern Shore Shopping Center, Fairhope and 3952 Airport Blvd, Mobile. VAFairhopeHealthFoods.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.

CenterForSpiritualLiving-Mobile.org.

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.

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Unlimited Horizons of the Emerald Coast – 2:30-5:30pm. 2nd Sunday. Open to public. All are invited to join this forum of open-minded seekers of Universal truth. Share knowledge and promote enlightenment. Monthly speakers present on a variety of metaphysical topics. $7. Gulf Breeze Recreation Center, 800 Shoreline Dr, Gulf Breeze, FL. 850-610-0919. UnlimitedHorizons1@gmail. com. Unlimited-Horizons.org.

Align & Flow Yoga – 4-5:15pm. Alignment-based flow yoga class for all levels taught by Amanda Barfield. Make the transition from the weekend to the work week one of fluidity and ease. Join us as we come together to breathe, play, laugh, move and live. $10/prepaid, $15/drop-in, $5/first class. Integrated Health and Wellness, Fairhope. IntegratedFitness-Fairhope.com.

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.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 14

Level One Certification in Medicinal Aromatherapy – Fri, 6-8pm, Sat and Sun, 9am-6pm. This life changing weekend connects rare ancient teachings and modern cutting edge information and techniques on how to apply medicinal aromatherapy to your life, physically, emotionally and spiritually. $475/$450 Early bird rate until May 14. Middle Earth, 20205 Middle Earth Rd, Citronelle. 251-866-7204. MidEarthHealing@yahoo.com. MiddleEarthHealing.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 15

RideYellow 2013 – 7am. Raising awareness of the prevalence of cancer in our community and inspiring and empowering people affected by cancer. 4 route options. The 6 mi ride is police escorted so it is suitable for families and beginner/casual bicyclists.

Halliday Park, Bay Minette. RideYellow.org.

TUESDAY, JUNE 25

Healthy Moments Expo – 4pm. Consult with experts in the fields of exercise, nutrition, skincare, organic living, healthcare and more. Featuring a big selection of vendors, samples, door prizes, silent auction and free health screenings. Free. Heron Lakes Country Club, 3851 Government St, Mobile. Studio Glitz Productions: 251-421-2259. StudioGlitz@gmail.com.

monday Yoga Abs with Faye – 8:30am. What a great way to jump start your day! Let breath and body move in sync as Faye Mahan 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.

Power Pilates – 9:15-10:15am. Intermediateadvanced level taught by Lynette Staggers. Blends Pilates and yoga (primarily Pilates) and traditional strength training exercises with an emphasis on the core. May utilize stability balls, light weights or resistance bands. Great class to sculpt your body as a whole. $10/prepaid, $15/drop-in, $5/first class. Integrated Health and Wellness, Fairhope.

IntegratedFitness-Fairhope.com.

Eyes on Living, Baldwin County Low Vision Support Group – 10-11:30am. 3rd 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.

Mindfulness Practice and Meditation – 5:30pm. We gather in the tradition of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh to provide an opportunity to those that wish to deepen their Mindfulness Meditation Practice. No experience necessary. $5 suggested donation. Meditation Center of Alabama, 3821 Airport Blvd., Suite B, Mobile. 251-422-5474. Meetup.com/ Delta-Lotus-Sangha.

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.

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 Chasing Fresh Produce Delivery – Tuesdays and Fridays. Your local source for 100% Alabama farm to table produce. Order by Sun for Tues delivery and

by Wed for Fri delivery. 251-550-9600. Facebook. com/ChasingFresh.

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. $8/drop-in, $60/10 class package, $85/family. Trinity Yoga Studio, Highway 98 East, Foley. 251-987-1147 or 251-609-5541. TinyURL. com/TrinityYogaFoleyAL. 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.

Therapeutic Yoga Hour – 10am. All abilities welcome. Ever wonder how yoga can help your specific ailment? This class begins with discussion of physical and energetic issues going on with students, followed by a series of postures and breathwork designed around your needs. Pay What You Can. Rosie Bluum, 6A S Bancroft St, Fairhope. 251-202-YOGA. KulaYogaCommunity. org or RosieBluum.com.

La Leche League Mobile Bay Area – 10:30am.

La Leche League meetings are open to all women with an interest in learning about and supporting breastfeeding. Meetings are always free and babies/children are welcome. 251-689-2085. For location information or breastfeeding help contact AmandaLLLMobile@yahoo.com or MeghanLLL@ yahoo.com.

Grief Recovery Meeting – 1-2:30pm. This is a Christian-based grief recovery program for all losses. Experienced, professional and compassionate staff members support you through the grief process with the goal of transitioning into a renewed life of purpose and fulfillment. Ascension Funerals & Cremations, 1016 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile. 251-6348055. AscensionFuneralGroup.com.

Gentle Yoga with Martha – 12pm. Take a break in the middle of your day. Join Martha Collier in the land of "ahhhhs" for a relaxing class to sooth the spirit, calm the mind and replenish the soul. Also on

Thursdays at noon. Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile.

251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

Breath and Balance (ages 11-14) – 4:30-5:30pm.

Celebrate this unique stage of growth, change, and challenge! Strengthen, gain flexibility, then relax into the comfort of stillness. Taught by Joy Larsen. $10 without membership. Prana Health and Wellness, 209A S. Section St, Fairhope. 251-455-9359.

PranaHealthAndWellness.com.

Ascension Reiki with Cyndie Lepori – 6-9pm.

Classes every other Tue. can start anytime with 13 attunements that match the vibrations of every chakra and power center. First three levels Usui Reiki Certificates, after those start the journey of your life, get Level 13 Certificate. All welcome! Donation $35 per attunement. Reiki Center of Fairhope, 20730 Hwy 181, Fairhope. Cyndie: 601-466-6559. DolphinHugs4u2@ gmail.com. ReikiCenterOfFairhope.com/Events/.

LA Hikers Meeting – 6-7pm. 1st 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. $8/drop-in, $60/10 class package, $85/ family. Trinity Yoga Studio, Hwy 98 East, Foley.

251-987-1147 or 251-609-5541. TinyURL.com/ TrinityYogaFoleyAL. 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. 1st Tues. Open to the public. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, Spanish Fort.

Wellness Classes – 6:30pm. Classes include new techniques for using essential oils; Dr. Mom medicine cabinet makeover; and nutrition classes for gluten-free cooking, "mood foods" and dietary approaches to conditions such as allergies, inflammation and fibromyalgia. New topic each week. Call for information. $10. Healing Acres, 22355 Price Grubbs Rd, Robertsdale. Charlotte: 251-423-1863.

HealingAcresRetreat@yahoo.com.

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

Mobile Bay Canoe and Kayak Club Meeting – 7-8:30pm. 1st 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.

1st and 3rd 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. 2nd and 4th Tues. View and discuss spiritual movies received from “Spiritual Cinema Circle.” Contact Melissa: 251-452-0393. 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 – 9:15am, Flow. 10:30am, Chair Yoga (seated or holding onto chair to practice balance). Beginners welcome. Bring your own mat.

Enjoy exercise at every level. Improve balance, strength and flexibility. $5. Fairhope UMC CLC. 251-379-4493. ThriveFairhope.com.

Core Integration Flow Yoga – 9:15-10:30am.

Intermediate-advanced level taught by Lynette Staggers. A dynamic alignment based flow class designed to access the deepest part of your core.

Through flowing sequences you will learn to move from your core transforming your mind, body and spirit. Modifications are offered. $10/prepaid, $15/ drop-in, $5/first class. Integrated Health and Wellness, Fairhope. IntegratedFitness-Fairhope.com.

Spring Outdoor Yoga Classes in May – 9:15am.

Gentle Stretch and Tone on Wednesdays. Friday Flow Yoga on Fridays. Both meet at Church of the Apostles Montrose Pavilion. $10 drop in. 251-5544856. JulieWilkinsYoga.com.

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.

Group Reformer Class – 12pm. Catch the wave of classical fitness and join Adrienne for a Pilates group reformer class. Stand taller, get toned, and be both leaner and stronger. Please log onto the website to make reservations. Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile.

251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

Yoga for Multiple Sclerosis – 12-1pm. This chair yoga class is free to participants and funded by the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation. Build strength and flexibility while improving balance and circulation. Enjoy exercise at every level, even in a wheelchair. Improve balance, strength and flexibility. Free. Fairhope UMC CLC. 251-379-4493.

ThriveFairhope.com.

Off the Vine Organic Produce Pick Up (Fairhope, Daphne, Spanish Fort) – 4-7pm. The Fieldhouse, 26037 Capital Dr, Daphne. Pre-order online by Sunday. 850-374-2181. OffTheVine.org.

Off the Vine Organic Produce Pick Up (Mobile) – 4-7pm. Body by Cindy Fitness Studio, 6300 Airport Blvd. Pre-order online by Sunday. 850-374-2181.

OffTheVine.org.

Off the Vine Organic Produce Pick Up (Mobile) – 4-7pm. Full Circle Massage, 2152 Airport Blvd. Pre-order online by Sunday. 850-374-2181.

OffTheVine.org.

5-Week Beginners Series – 5pm. This course is designed to take the novice students through basic poses to prepare them for "regular" classes. With Wayne Kent. $40/non-member. $30/member. Prana Health and Wellness, 209A S. Section St, Fairhope.

251-455-9359. PranaHealthAndWellness.com.

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.

Align & Flow Yoga – 6-7:15pm. Fun and funky flow with Amanda Barfield! This class is a com-

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bination of alignment-based flow yoga, upbeat music and intermediate level pinnacle poses. Pose variations are available to all levels of practitioners. $10/prepaid, $15/drop-in, $5/first class. Integrated Health and Wellness, Fairhope. IntegratedFitnessFairhope.com.

Near Death and Related Consciousness and Spiritual Experiences – 6pm. 2nd Wed. Mobile affiliate group of IANDS. All are welcome to share experiences and support. Beginning our 11th year.

Free. West Regional Branch, Mobile Public Library, Grelot Rd (near University Blvd). 251-340-8565.

IANDS.org.

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. $8/drop-in, $60/10 class package, $85/family. Trinity Yoga Studio, Highway 98 East, Foley. 251-987-1147 or 251-609-5541. TinyURL. com/TrinityYogaFoleyAL. Kid’s Yoga (ages 5-10) – 3:30-4:30pm. Encourages children to relax and have fun while building strength, flexibility and balance. Children leave with a better sense of body awareness, focus and self-confidence.

Class will teach breath awareness, poses, singing and games with a spunky creative twist! $10/week. Prana Health and Wellness, 209A S. Section St, Fairhope.

251-455-9359. PranaHealthAndWellness.com.

Group Reformer Class – 4pm. Catch the wave of classical fitness and join Dana for a Pilates group reformer class. Stand taller, get toned and be both leaner and stronger. Please log onto the website to make reservations. Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile.

251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

Gentle Yoga – 5:30pm. Gentle movement and postures, guided breathwork and meditation. Concludes with deep relaxation. Available to beginners and up, modifications available for limitations.

Also Tues 5:30pm and Wed 9am. Pay What You Can. Rosie Bluum, 6A S Bancroft St, Fairhope.

251-202-YOGA. KulaYogaCommunity.org or RosieBluum.com.

Yoga with Chris M. – 5:45pm. Join Chris McFadyen for some energizing yoga that will calm your mind and both enhance and refocus your body. Find your passion and relocate your humor after a long day! Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile. 251-4731104. Synergyoga.net.

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. $8/drop-in, $60/10 class package, $85/ family. Trinity Yoga Studio, Hwy 98 East, Foley.

251-987-1147 or 251-609-5541. TinyURL.com/ TrinityYogaFoleyAL. Body, Mind, Spirit, Coffee, Tea & Conversation Social Meet-Up Group – 6:30-8:30pm. 1st Thurs.

The Body, Mind & Spirit Group of Florida: Emerald Coast. Each meet-up will have an array of activities, speakers, products, samples, demonstrations, practitioners and networking opportunities. $5. Pensacola, FL. Call for details: 850-941-4321. BMSFL.com.

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Chasing Fresh Produce Delivery – Tuesdays and Fridays. Your local source for 100% Alabama farm to table produce. Order by Sun for Tues delivery and

by Wed for Fri delivery. 251-550-9600. Facebook. com/ChasingFresh.

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.

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

BackToHealthNutrition.com.

Yoga with Marsha – 8:30am. Join Marsha DeAngelis for a glorious yoga experience. Relieve stress, relax the mind, and rejuvenate, energize, and recharge the body. It’s Friday, so enjoy the bliss!

Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile. 251-473-1104.

Synergyoga.net.

Restorative Yoga – 9am. Use supported postures held for several minutes to release tension deep within muscles and reach inner stillness. Perfect for beginners and those with limitations or injuries.

Pay What You Can. Rosie Bluum, Fairhope. 251202-YOGA. KulaYogaCommunity.org.

Spring Outdoor Yoga Classes in May – 9:15am.

Gentle Stretch and Tone on Wednesdays. Friday Flow Yoga on Fridays. Both meet at Church of the Apostles Montrose Pavilion. $10 drop in. 251-5544856. JulieWilkinsYoga.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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Messages from the Other Side with Psychic Medium Ericka Boussarhane – 6:30-8:30pm. Ericka uses her mediumship to help others find closure and insight in the lives. As a medium she is able to connect with loved ones who have crossed over to the other side. $10 per person. Mystic Cottage, 4971 Mobile Hwy, Pensacola, FL. 850-941-4321.

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Volunteer opportunities are listed for free as space is available.

OPPORTUNITIES BECOME A PUBLISHER! – Natural Awakenings Mobile/Baldwin is for sale! Own one of the Gulf Coast's most exciting businesses. Training provided. HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet.com. 251990-9552. See ad, page 18.

BRANCH MANAGERS IN MOBILE AND FAIRHOPE – Looking for a healthy job? Work with Off the Vine Produce! Mom-friendly. Work on Wednesdays only. 850-374-2181.

JOIN THE GREEN CLEAN TEAM! – Green Clean provides environmentally friendly, nontoxic cleaning services. If interested in becoming part of our team, please call 251-508-3796 for an interview.

MEDMOB ORGANIZER – MedMob is the global flash mob meditation movement. We are in need of a volunteer to organize events on the Eastern Shore. Training and support will be provided.

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VOLUNTEER OPPS AZALEA CITY CAT COALITION – Volunteers needed in any capacity. Contact Susan Young: 251-648-7582. SusanYoung@ AzaleaCityCats.org.

DOG RIVER CLEARWATER REVIVAL STORM DRAIN MARKER PROJECT – Volunteers needed to educate the public about the storm drain system. Supplies and instructions provided. Work at your convenience. Contact Janet Miller: J46Miller@yahoo.com. 251-654-1827.

MASTER ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAM – Accepting volunteer applications for 2013/2014 until June 1. Training and materials provided. For more information, call 251-937-7176 or email SML0020@ACES.edu.

MERCY MEDICAL – Hospice volunteers needed to provide services such as running errands, offering respite breaks for caregivers and clerical assistance. 251-621-4431. Volunteers@ MercyMedical.com.

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Offering ozone; laser (nosuture) gum surgery; testing for compatible materials and c av i t y - c a u s i n g b a c t e r i a ; examine for gum disease and bacteria; laser cavity diagnoses; saliva pH check; oral galvanic screening; no fluoride used. See ad, page 10.

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ART FAIRHOPE ARTIST GALLERY

18 South Section Street, Fairhope 251-990-8763 FairhopeArtistGallery.BlogSpot.com Come and be inspired by local affordable art in this uniquely creative atmosphere. Look for “ART” and a golden palette above the door. Open MonSat 10-5. Classes offered.

BEAUTY B-BUTTERFLY SALON

103A N. Bancroft Street, Fairhope 251-990-9934 BButterflySalon.com A certified organic salon offering organic products, and services including hair color, perms and shampoo. Make a difference today in your hair, your life and the Earth.

Visit us for a free hair exam today and go organic!

Manicures, pedicures and eyebrow waxing also available. See ad, page 21.

PANGEA ORGANIC SKINCARE

251-554-4856 JWilkins75@gmail.com PangeaOrganics.com/JulieWilkinsYoga Therapeutic for both mind and body, our products are for all kinds of people and skin types. Always nurturing, handcrafted, crueltyfree, organic and fair trade. See ad, page 23.

CHIROPRACTIC BAYSIDE CHIROPRACTIC REHAB AND LASER THERAPY

CHURCHES CENTER FOR JOYFUL LIVING 60 North Ann Street Mobile, AL 36695 251-391-6960

IAOMT Protocol 225 West Laurel Avenue, Foley 251-943-2471 • DrDaytonHart.com

FOODS & NUTRITION 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 1230 Montlimar Drive, Mobile 251-343-0777 CMSpiritualCenter.org Rev. Sherrie 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 con scious one. Sundays at 10 a.m. See ad, page 26.

OPEN TABLE: A COMMUNITY OF FAITH (UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST) 1050 Azalea Road, Mobile at St Luke’s (St. Luke's Episcopal Church) 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 p.m. Childcare provided. See ad, page 9.

CLEANING SERVICES GREEN CLEAN, LLC

Dr. Christian Augustin, DC 8335 Gayfer Rd Extension, Ste F, Fairhope 251-990-8388 • MyFairhopeChiropractor.com

Nicoll Mastin, owner 251-508-3796 NicollMastin@gmail.com

Offering laser therapy and spinal decompression as drug free and non-invasive treatment options for injuries and chronic conditions. See ad, page 10.

Providing environmentally friendly, non-toxic cleaning services for residential properties. We're hiring on the Eastern Shore! Call for interview.

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

FAIRHOPE HEALTH FOODS AND THE SUNFLOWER CAFÉ 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 38 years. See ad, page 2.

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 goto place for high quality, whole-food vitamins, herbs and sport supplements at great prices coupled with a service-oriented, knowledgeable staff. See ad, page 21.

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FOODS & NUTRITION (CONTINUED) MOONDOGGIES NATURAL HEALTH & SPECIALTIES 27267 Perdido Beach Boulevard In SanRoc Cay Marina, Orange Beach 251-974-1747 Gluten-free products, snacks, specialty items, an expanded selection of supplements and essential oils. Come check out our Gnarly Finds Resale Boutique: art, collectables, clothing, books and more.

Vi s i t u s o n l i n e : MoondoggiesNaturalHealth.com.

PRANIC HEALING IN MOBILE Deana Lannie 251-454-0959

UNLIMITED HORIZONS 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.

OFF THE VINE ORGANIC PRODUCE Serving Mobile, Fairhope, Daphne & Spanish Fort 850-374-2181, Support@OffTheVine.org OffTheVine.org

All organic - all the time!

We bring the farmers market to you. Check our new selection every Friday and pick up the following Wed. Pick up or delivery available. See ad, page 30.

VIRGINIA’S HEALTH FOODS AND THE SUNFLOWER CAFÉ II

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 37 years. See ad, page 2.

INTUITIVE ARTS ERICKA BOUSSARHANE International Psychic Medium 850-941-4321 ColdCasePsychic.com

MASSAGE JEN ADAMS, LMT 22787 US 98, Bdg D Ste 5, Montrose 251-616-4201 • JenAdamsLMT.info JenAdams.Massage@gmail.com

HEALING ARTS BODY IN SPIRIT Rev. K Laurendine, ERYT, LMT, RMT, BA 251-753-1937 • KellyLaurendine@gmail.com BodyInSpirit.com Spiritual counseling, movement/yoga, energy and empowerment workshops, EFT, Reiki certifications, ministerial services, pet blessings.

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800 Shoreline Drive, Gulf Breeze, FL 850-610-0919 • Unlimited-Horizons.org UnlimitedHorizons1@gmail.com A monthly forum for open-minded seekers of Universal truth through the metaphysical, holistic, paranormal, cryptozoological and extraterrestrial.

PAINTING SERVICES CREATIVE PAINTING & WATERPROOFING

251-209-5285 CreativePaintingAndWaterproofing.com Offering comprehensive residential and commercial interior/exterior painting services. Eco-friendly options available. With thorough and timely service, we make our living by making you happy. Locally owned and operated in Mobile. See ad, page 11.

PEST CONTROL

Amazingly accurate and detailed online psychic and mediumship readings as featured on national TV and radio stations.

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HOUSEHOLD TERMITE & PEST CONTROL 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-it yourself store specializing in termites, general pests, bed bugs, thermal remediation, mosquitoes, wildlife removal, moisture remediation and TAP insulation. See ad, back cover.

SUSTAINABLE LIVING MIDDLE EARTH HEALING AND LEARNING CENTER

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 11.

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Treat your locavore palate to farm-fresh foods while contributing to a healthier planet and a more prosperous local economy. Support these Mobile/Baldwin businesses!

FARMERS MARKETS MARKET ON THE SQUARE

Cathedral Square, Downtown Mobile Old Shell and University, Mobile 251-208-1558 • NCSMobile.org Local produce, baked goods, honey, flowers, soaps, live music and more! April 27 to July 28: 7:30am-12pm, Saturdays downtown and 2-6pm, Thursdays at Old Shell and University.

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GROCERY STORES FAIRHOPE HEALTH FOODS

280 Eastern Shore Shopping Center 251-928-0644 Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com Comprehensive health food store featuring local products: organic produce, organic milk, meat, eggs, honey and soap. See ad, page 2.

VIRGINIA'S HEALTH FOODS 3952 Airport Boulevard, Mobile 251-345-0494 Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com

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

WESTSIDE GROCERY

85 North Bancroft Street, Fairhope 251-990-8883 WindmillMarket.org Local grocery sells the area's best produce, grassfed meat, Alabama's Organic milk, locally made cheeses, Gulf seafood, local honey, sweets and baked goods, and more! Best prices in town on produce, too!

PRODUCE CLUBS & DELIVERY SERVICES CHASING FRESH

Serving Mobile and Baldwin Counties 251-550-9600 Facebook.com/ChasingFresh Your local source for 100% Alabama farm to table produce. Delivering fresh, Alabama produce to your home or business. Fruits, vegetables, herbs, honey and farm eggs. Organic options available.

No minimums, no commitment. See ad, page 12.

OFF THE VINE ORGANIC PRODUCE Serving Mobile, Fairhope, Daphne and Spanish Fort 850-374-2181 • OffTheVine.org We are the original organic box program. All organic - all the time! 100% guaranteed. We bring the farmer’s market to you. Simply check our weekly list every Friday. Mixed Fruit and Vegetable Shares, All Fruit Shares and Juicing Shares. Local pick up locations or delivery available. See ad, page 30.

WINDMILL MARKET'S PRODUCE CLUB 85 North Bancroft Street, Fairhope 251-990-8883 Info@WindmillMarket.org A weekly delivery of local and seasonal fruits, veggies, organic milk, cheese, grass-fed beef and more delivered from Baldwin County farms to your table every week! Six box sizes to fit your family's needs. Home delivery and Mobile pickup option also available!

RESTAURANTS & BAKERIES LULU'S AT HOMEPORT Under the bridge in Gulf Shores 251-967-LULU LuLuBuffett.com

SUNFLOWER CAFE II 3952 Airport Boulevard, Mobile 251-345-0495 Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com Organic cafe and juice bar. Local produce, herbs and meats used. Menu online. See ad, page 2.

SWEET OLIVE BAKERY & CAFE 85 North Bancroft Street, Fairhope 251-990-8883 SweetOlive.co Open for breakfast and lunch every day until 5 p.m. 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!

U-PICK FARMS LA BERRY FARMS 12562 Mary Ann Beach Road, Fairhope 251-928-7744 LABerryFarms.com A family-friendly, pesticide-free, u-pick blueberry farm. Nine varieties will be available throughout this season which runs from May to July. Hours: 8am-12pm, Thursday-Saturday. Check our website or Facebook page for firm pick dates and details. See ad, page 10.

Proudly serving fresh local produce, Gulf Wild Red Snapper and Alabama Wild Shrimp.

MANNA BAKERY 251-447-8667 Info@Manna-Bakery.com Manna-Bakery.com 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!

SUNFLOWER CAFE I 320 Eastern Shore Shopping Center 251-929-0055 Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com Organic cafe serving lunch and Sunday brunch.

Local produce, herbs and meats used.

Menu online. See ad, page 2.

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