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JOURNEY TO HEALTH

Home Cooking, Organics and Massage Are Keys by Gerry Strauss

16 RETHINKING

BREAST HEALTH

Natural Ways to Keep Breasts Smooth, Pain-Free and Firm,, while Reducing the Risk of Cancerr by Lisa Marshall

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very year, our May issue is geared specifically toward women and ways to live their healthiest lives. You may notice on the cover, our feature is geared toward Breast Health Awareness – not Breast Cancer Awareness! We feel this is an important distinction for two reasons. First, we choose to focus on positive possibilities while challenging the conservative paradigms. Second, and this may sound like heresy, but we don’t need more breast cancer awareness; we need more breast health awareness! Mainstream media and the PR arms of the disease-care industry love to see us walking and running and wearing pink ribbons. We absolutely applaud the intention to support our loved ones and have participated in many such things. But, consider that this may enforce our paradigm of being helpless victims of the cancer scourge that modern lifestyles help to create, when, in fact, we have more power over cancer than ever before. It’s been our Experience (and Hope), that it is far more powerful to live in the solution than to live in the problem. We cringe when celebrities are hailed as heroes for lopping off their breasts (and other organs) because they carry the Brac-1 gene. It’s like sacrificing our body parts on the altar of Corporate Medicine. Fear and Desperation make us willing to throw careful discernment, credible research and holistic alternatives out the window. Make no mistake, cancer treatments are a big money maker for the chemo/ radiation companies, clinics and doctors! Most medical professionals make decisions about your health and treatment based on what is least likely to expose them to litigation. They minimize their own risk by ‘doing what everyone else is doing’ (aka, Standard of Care). Did you know that even with allopathic treatment, the technology exists to tailor a chemo/radiation treatment to your specific cancer, which reduces costs and side effects while improving outcomes? Usually, everyone gets the most expensive ‘cocktail’ because they make more money and who are we to argue? This is CANCER! In an August 2013 article on Mercola.com, noted health expert Dr Joseph Mercola wrote, “The cancer industry is spending virtually nothing of its multi-billion dollar resources on effective prevention strategies, such as dietary guidelines, exercise and obesity education. Instead, it pours its money into treating cancer, not preventing or curing it. Why would they shoot their cash cow? If they can keep the well-oiled Cancer Machine running, they will continue to make massive profits on chemotherapy drugs, radiotherapy, diagnostic procedures and surgeries.” We are NOT advocating that you eschew all allopathic options. Sometimes they are important parts of the puzzle. We DO advocate that you get as informed as possible about ALL the options to make the best choice for you. Check out the Gerson clinic, read up on Dr. Burzynski’s amazing work, vitamin C therapies, Ketogenic/alkaline diets… leave no stone unturned. It is YOUR life; knowledge and education can empower you to overcome fear and live your healthiest life. Publisher Doug Zerbarini spent 7½ years working for a major pharmaceutical company in the hospital setting. He holds a BS in Exercise and Sports Sciences.

newsbriefs Taspen’s Wellness Center Expands Services

aspen’s Organics and Holistic Wellness Center in Conifer is expanding, with new facials and skincare treatments by Nicole Manion, and massage and bodywork services by new addition Stephanie Athena-Marie. Stephanie, Reiki Master, licensed massage and bodywork therapist, offers Fusion Massage (a combination of therapeutic massage and energy healing), and Intuitive Healing in person or remotely (a mix of energetic healing with intuitive reading directly related to the individual’s current time experience). Nicole offers a Spring Cleaning Facial through the end of May (60 minutes for $75); Restorative and Reviving Facials with Taspen’s Organic Skincare Line; Full Body Salt Glows; Organic Sunless Spray Tanning; and Sugar Hair Removal. “Allow me take over from here while you relax. Enjoy nourishing notes of organic lavender, the brightening properties of lemons and the clearing and restoring assets of honey. When you’re done, your face will be smooth, soft, and extremely clean, from your lips to your pores and everything in between,” said Nicole. Appointments for Nicole or Stephanie can be made by calling 303-816-0429. See ad page 21.

Empowering Workshops for Women and Girls

usie Kincade of Women’s Empowerment Workshops is offering several nature adventure experiences for women and girls throughout the year. According to Susie, “The Women’s Empowerment Workshop holds retreats and programs that empower women and girls by connecting to the natural world in a profoundly enriching, compelling, and transformational way. Our nature-based events offer expertly guided explorations that rejuvenate, revitalize and renew their personal strength, awareness and confidence.” The schedule includes: June 15-20: Chrysalis Circle, Vail – Empowerment Nature Adventure Camp for girls 6th – 12th grade; July 10-12: Awaken in Nature, Vail – 3 days, 2 coaches and the Colorado River guiding you to your wisdom; July 24-26: Heart 2 Heart, Vail – A Mother-Daughter retreat to nurture and deepen this primary relationship in your life; Sept. 12-19: Ocean Wisdom Retreat, Tonga, Polynesia – Swim with humpback whales while learning from and healing the ocean; Sept. 25-27: Soul Surfing – Learn how to surf the sea and your inner ocean on the Clarence Coast of Australia. The Australia and Polynesia retreats are being offered as a package for one price. For more information, contact Susie at 970-328-5472, Susie@womenempower.us or see Womenempower.us. See ad page 7.

Althea Yoga Offers Low-Cost & Free Yoga

he Althea Center for Engaged Spirituality, 1400 Williams St., in Denver, is offering low-cost yoga with a drop-in price of $8. First Sunday each month is a free class. According to Jonathan Ellerby, Executive Director, Althea provides a timeless approach to yoga, honoring the ancient roots of a tradition that is spiritual at its core, taught with an attention to energy, mindful discipline & love. Althea Yoga welcomes everyone but it is not for everybody. “If you want to explore yoga as a way of life, a way of accessing your highest self, and as a way to enjoy a profound relationship with your body, energy and breath, than you will find a new home for yoga at Althea. If you do yoga just to stay fit, we might not be for you,” says Ellerby, an internationally recognized expert on the topics of spiritual growth, interfaith mysticism, cross-cultural healing systems, integrative health, and holistic psychology and wellbeing. Contact the Althea Center at 303-322-7738

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newsbriefs Break Through to the Next Level

andy Ferguson of the Love, Courage and Achievement Project (LCA) is holding free introductory sessions May 6, June 9 and July 14 from 7-9pm for those who are looking for real, lasting change and transformation. The LCA Project is a personal development program offered in the Denver area that effectively helps people close the gap between where they are in their lives, and who they were meant to be. “Imagine you have someone you really care about who is ready to break through to the next level but they don’t know how. How would you help them? What are the ingredients? The LCA Project introductory sessions explain just what it takes to transform, with guidance, tools, support, answers and a pathway they’ve never had before to sustainable change,” says Randy. Randy has over 30 years experience in presenting personal development seminars. He has taught internationally as a corporate trainer for top-level executives in Mexico, Bangkok, Germany, Spain and extensively throughout the U.S. His business degree from Arizona State University and Masters Degree in Spiritual Psychology provides an academic foundation that is both pragmatic and visionary. Randy also offers one-on-one personalized 90-minute breakthrough sessions. For more information, contact Randy at 303-989-2605 or randyf@lcaproject.com.

5th Annual VegFest June 20-21

he 5th annual VegFest Colorado (VFC), a health and environmental fair, takes place June 20-21, at the Exhibit Hall, Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 15200 W 6th Ave., in Golden. VFC offers two days of family-friendly activities including speakers, cooking demonstrations by nationally acclaimed chefs and cookbook authors, food sampling, exhibitors, food trucks, movies, activities for children and more. Learn from renowned luminaries about health, diet, environmental and animal rights issues, and the advantages of embracing a compassionate, crueltyfree, plant-based lifestyle. Featured speeches include: Plant Based Diets: What’s New in 2015? by Andrew Freeman MD, FACC, FACP; Veganism: Where We’ve Been, Where We Are, & Where We are Going by Andy Mars, Ph.D.; Veg Eating on the Rise: From the Margins to the Mainstream by Erica Meier; The Pillars of Health: Nutrition and Fitness by John Pierre; Plant Peace Daily: Ideas that Take Root and Grow by Jim Corcoran; Humane Meat Myth by Marji Beach; The New Ancestral Diet - What can 100 million years of primate adaptive dietary patterns suggest for today’s dietary selections? by Richard Aiken, MD, PhD; The Good Karma Diet: Look Great, Feel Amazing, Age in Slow Motion by Victoria Moran. Cooking demos include Alan Roettinger, author of Speed Vegan, Paleo Vegan and Extraordinary Vegan; Debbie Devore, creator of Almost Vegan Cooking School; and JL Fields, author of Vegan Pressure Cooking and co-author of Vegan for Her. VegFest opens 10:30am-6pm both days. Sponsorship and exhibitor booths are still available. Vegfestcolorado.org. See ad page 23.

Body & Soul Healing Sessions

oAnne Palladino of Sacred Unity Healing, 700 E Ninth Ave., in Denver, is providing healing sessions to align your physical and spiritual body. She is a trained Reiki Master/Teacher, Intuitive and a Channel for the Language of Light who has been in private practice since 2002. According to JoAnne, “Studying with various teachers and working with clients over the years confirms my ‘inner knowing’ and trust in the profound power of energy work...a sacred remedy during this time of awakening. It will reduce stress and anxiety, release physical pain, strengthen the immune system, and accelerate recovery from illness and surgery.” Terry Chriswell, publisher of Natural Awakenings, says, “Each time I’ve gone to see JoAnne, I’ve left breathing better, feeling more expanded and peaceful, and she has given me guidance which I’ve put to use every day to help reduce stress. I highly recommend JoAnne’s healing sessions as a way to quickly and easily improve your life.” Special Initial Session of 90 minutes for $95 by appointment, in person or by phone. Contact JoAnne at 303-263-0679 or joanne@sacredunityhealing.com. See listing page 29.

Local Company Vies for Shark Tank

he immensely popular reality investment television show Shark Tank might soon be host to Colorado’s own Solar Greens. Show producers contacted CEO Rachel Emmer after discovering her integrated food growing system My Terrace Farmer. “It was an honor; we were flattered and validated that we have an interesting, unique sustainable product that the Sharks would consider for investment,” said Emmer. “It’s still a long shot - 40,000 submissions for 115 film slots!” says Rachel, but she remains hopeful. My Terrace Farmer is a unique growing system that incorporates a solar-powered greenhouse, smart capabilities like self-watering and fertilizing with vermiculture, energy-efficient LED lights to supplement natural sunlight, heating, cooling, venting and a small footprint for people without much land access. You can even check and change any system via web browser, tablet or smart phone. Solar Greens is offering My Terrace Farmer at a discount during their investment campaign. For info, contact Rachel Emmer at 720-837-8007.

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Science of Mind Archives Open to Public

he Science of Mind Archives, located at 573 Park Point Dr., in Golden is open to the public. The Archives contain artifacts from Ernest Holmes, founder of the organization. It also includes photographs, poetry, class and lecture tapes and transcripts, radio talks, rare books and meeting minutes of the Religious Science organizations from their inception for all Centers of Spiritual Living. The Archives are a 501(c)3 charitable nonprofit organization which welcomes volunteers and financial contributions to support the work of its mission. Its mission is to locate, organize, preserve, and share records, resources, materials, and documents that support the activities and expressions of Science of Mind. The goal is to be the most complete and accessible New Thought resource in the world. For more information or a tour, call Kathy Mastroianni at 720-496-1361.

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Local Author Celebrates 2nd Publication

aren Fox, local educator and professional psychic, medium, and medical intuitive recently published her second book, The Psychic Workbook: Tools and Techniques to Develop Reliable Insight. According to Fox, “Everyone is psychic—it’s a natural, normal human instinct. It’s not a “power” or a “gift” as popular television suggests. It’s an inherent ability that you are already using to some extent. Learn how to turn your hunches and intuitions into a strong psychic ability. Like any skill, it just takes learning how to develop and use it. Use the workbook daily over two to three months and discover that you have psychic ability when you need it!” Buy The Psychic Workbook on Amazon, IsisBooks.com or reach Karen at Karen@PsychicIQ.com or 303-942-0646. See listing page 30.

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Energetic Tools for Wellness Class

eb Peterson will introduce the experiential class, Energetic Tools for Wellness utilizing the Merkaba Light Table, for the first time in Colorado on May 9, 10am-5pm at Journeys for Conscious Living in Arvada. According to Deb, the Merkaba Light Table enhances wellbeing (stress reduction); increases harmony of body, mind and spirit; provides an energetic tune-up on multiple levels; boosts the body’s natural wellness process; clears and balances the chakras and lightbody energy field, and accelerates higher consciousness awakening and personal transformation. It does this, says Peterson, by utilizing energetic sacred geometry, vortex scalar technology, and quantum entrainment. “Sacred geometry is an ancient science that utilizes various geometric shapes to produce an energetic field to open the individual to positive states of greater health and overall well-being. When we carry a higher vibrational field of energy, we are more open to tap into our natural healing processes.” Deb Peterson, owner of Merkaba Creations can be reached at 509-262-4685. Private sessions and training is available in Louisville. Wellness-Energetics.com natural awakenings

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Surviving Superwoman Syndrome

uperwoman = Mother, employee, student, housekeeper, partner, chef, supportive friend, dogwalker – she does it all. She supports those in need, using superpowers of love and determination to make the world a better place. Whether leaping mountains of paperwork in a single bound or retrieving the last copy of a book her daughter needs for her school project five minutes before the store closes, she never ceases to amaze. But when she crashes, weak and tired, sometimes only the promise of coffee can rouse her from bed. Working, loving and surviving in today’s busy world has led to a generalized burnout among many women due to, of course, stress! Stress can be good, like hitting a killer workout; or bad, like pressing deadlines. Other forms we rarely consider such as hormone imbalance, vitamin deficiency, immune system overactivity, negative self-talk, toxins from pollution or home products. But there is hope for surviving and reversing the depleting effects of Superwoman Syndrome. The help of a holistically-minded health professional can reveal components of each superwoman’s kryptonite – hormone imbalance, exhausted cortisol, depression, poor digestion and inflammation can be treated naturally and safely by a Naturopathic Doctor. Counseling and support groups can build confidence and reverse stressful feelings about ourselves and our lives. Practicing stress reduction techniques and exercising gratitude helps us deal with good and bad stress in a more relaxed way. Writing down everything you’re worried about gets it out of your head and into physical form. Next, cross out every item that you have no control over – that’s right, cross it out. You can’t do anything about it, so you’re not allowed to worry about it. With your new, shorter list, choose the top three things that concern you the most and write down three action steps for each (make a call, rework your budget, order something you need). Make a commitment to accomplish these things in the next few days and you will feel greater control over your life and – less stressed! Dr Tracy Robinson of Firefly Natural Health of Colorado in Arvada can be reached at 720-432-5376. See listing page 29.

HEART DISEASE DETECTED EARLY WITH BREATH TESTING

esearch published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology has found that breath testing can reveal potential heart disease and artery problems quickly and efficiently. Testing 31 patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) together with 34 healthy control subjects, the study found that concentrations of volatile gases such as propanol, ethanol and ammonia were significantly different among the heart disease patients. It also found that the breath can reveal specific details about the heart’s condition. The breath test can be analyzed in fewer than 30 minutes.

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REHABILITATING THE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM NATURALLY

anufacturers add preservatives to food products in order to reduce spoilage by killing bacteria and fungus in the container. But that can do the same in the gut, killing good bacteria that help the body absorb nutrients and digest food. Diets high in sugar and carbohydrates also harm the gut, feeding intestinal fungus such as Candida and allowing it to take over. According to Steven Frank, founder of Nature’s Rite, an herbal remedies company, a well-balanced, three-pronged approach can rehabilitate the digestive system. The first step is to kill off the bad bacteria and irritating fungus with a broad-spectrum antimicrobial that is biocompatible, yet effective. Frank suggests an enhanced aqueous colloid of silver that is optimized to help clear the microbes out of the digestive system. It’s best taken on an empty stomach, dosing two ounces every two hours for two to three days; this prepares the system for enhanced effectiveness of the following treatment. The second step is taking a good probiotic daily for at least one month. Finally, take a combination of herbs to increase mucus to protect the digestive system and reduce histamine sensitivity, allowing the intestines to rebuild a healthy lining. Frank suggests a combination of plantain, licorice, aloe vera, peppermint, marshmallow root and slippery elm bark. When working to heal the body, basic building blocks are required, so it’s critical that those using this approach take 2,000 milligrams of vitamin C, 10,000 international units of vitamin D and a good B-complex daily. For more information, call 888-4654404 or visit NaturesRiteRemedies.com. See ad page 31.

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Say “NO” Gracefully A

re you a Superwoman – the go-to woman who never says no, says yes to everything she is asked to do, organize, attend or volunteer for? Do you say yes without even thinking of the possibility of saying no when you really want to say no? Slow Down and find some Boundaries! We tend to think of boundaries as a physical thing but it’s the non-visible boundaries that we forget to set that tend to exhaust us and consume our time and energy. Think about this the next time you are asked to do something that’s not absolutely necessary. Does it bring me joy? Does it make my heart sing? Is this really how I want to spend my time? If it’s not an absolute necessity and the answer is no to the above three questions, then why are you saying yes?

Try these tips to say NO gracefully: • • • • • • • • • • • •

Not this time, but thanks. Thanks for thinking of me, but I can’t this time. Thanks, but I’m already overcommitted. Thanks for asking me, but I have other priorities at the moment and can’t commit to this. Thanks for including me, but I can’t this time. I’m not the best person to ask for this; can you call... I’d love to but can’t (and don’t justify why you can’t). I’m honored but I can’t. I’d love to but don’t have the time right now. It sounds lovely but not this time. I’m sorry but I’m not available then. And just plain, “No thanks; not this time.

Be truthful, not apologetic. Be firm, with no need to justify ‘why’. It gets easier the more you say it! Saying no is about respecting your space and time and maybe creating a little peace for yourself. It is your prerogative! Mary Beth Kennedy is an Associate Instructor, ReconnectionCertified and Foundational Reconnective Healing Practitioner. She can be reached at marybeth@marybethkennedy.com or 303-589-8006. See listing page 28.

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Get Into “The Zone” with Meditation

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ave you ever had a day when your mind was chattering so much that it seemed like it was a nonstop, run-on sentence? Or a day when the tension builds to a point when you think you are going to break? Or are you looking for a way to bring more creativity, happiness, flow and harmony into your life? There are techniques and practices you can use to develop focused concentration, a strong calm center, clear mind, creativity and your deeper personal resources and strength. Meditation is one of those practices. You’ve heard of athletes entering “The Zone” like Jordan Spieth and his record-setting win at Augusta recently and you’ve probably experienced deep engagement in a project where you lost track of time, but created more than you thought possible. This is actually a natural meditative state. It happens when we are focused and centered on the work or exercise we are doing. Great spiritual leaders from all time have said “Go Within” for ideas, inspiration and peace. Truthfully, that is the only place they are found. Humans have four “bodies”; physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. Meditation helps create balance in each, allowing a platform to explore and understand ourselves. The benefits of meditation include: peace and clarity; improved health; strengthened immune system; reduced stress; slowed aging processes; improved cognitive function; increased creativity; and enhanced joy and appreciation for living. Find a form of Meditation that works for you; traditional guided meditations, yoga meditations, group meditations, Buddhist, Hindu, and other Eastern practices. Anything that helps you focus and quiet your mind. Some use postures and breathing, others use exercise, walking, music, art, mantras, and even a warm bath. The general idea is to relax the physical body, calm the emotions, quiet the mind, and thus connect to the Divine. It is a chance to take a short vacation from the past and the future and be in the now. The simplest place to start is to relax, become still, and just observe your breath by counting. When your mind wanders, simply come back to the breath. See how long you can stay with it. The practice of meditation is giving yourself a treat, allowing yourself to move into that peaceful, centered, focused state using your conscious will and directed attention. Tryna Giordano Cooper is a partner in Journeys For Conscious Living in Arvada. Contact her at Tryna@J4CL.com. See ad page 27.

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To Get Healthy, Get a Healthy Partner

aving a healthier partner may be one of the best things to do for our own health. Research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association Internal Medicine finds that losing weight, stopping smoking or becoming more active is easier with a partner that has led the way in any or all healthy pursuits. The study authors reviewed data collected by the UK Health Behavior Research Center at the University College London that followed 3,700 couples between 2002 and 2012— most of them ages 50 and older and married. Those that smoked at the beginning of the study were more likely to quit by the end of it if their partners quit smoking, and those that were physically inactive at the beginning of the study were more likely to become active if their partners did so first. About two-thirds of the men became newly active during the course of the study. Men with wives that had lost weight were more likely to also shed pounds during the study, and women with husbands that didn’t lose weight were less likely to do so through the study period.

healthbriefs IMPROVE HORMONE BALANCE BY REDUCING TOXINS

day with balanced hormones can make you feel like Snow White, singing along with birds in the forest. But an unbalanced day might make you feel like the evil queen. The endocrine system, which produces and regulates hormones, influences the function of every organ in the body. With so much toxicity circulating around us these days, it can be difficult to give our hormones a real break. Here are five ways you can get off the hormonal roller coaster and start balancing your mood and energy levels: Eat high-quality fats, such as coconut oil, pastured egg yolks and grassfed butter. Cholesterol and Omega-3 fats are crucial for healthy hormone production. Get an attunement. Attunement is an energy medicine practice that works with the endocrine glands and returns the body to balance. An attunement only takes 20 minutes, but the sense of peace and well-being can linger for hours after the experience. Take a hike. Light or relaxing exercise like walking, especially in nature, carries great health benefits. Spending time at a personal retreat in the mountains is an ideal way to give your body a break from the city’s toxic atmosphere while lowering cortisol levels. Ditch the phytoestrogens. Plastics contain estrogen mimickers called phytoestrogens, which can throw hormones out of whack. Opt for glass or metal containers wherever possible.

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Meditation Improves Brain Health

arvard Medical School researchers working at the Massachusetts General Hospital have determined that meditation can improve brain health. The researchers studied 16 volunteers that took part in an eight-week mindfulness meditation study at the University of Massachusetts Center for Mindfulness. The participants conducted mindfulness meditation exercises for an average of 27 minutes a day. Before and after the trial, the subjects were given tests and magnetic resonance imaging of their brains. The researchers found that the practice of mindfulness meditation resulted in increased gray matter density in the hippocampus of the brain, an area associated with increased memory and learning capacity, plus a greater sense of compassion and introspection.

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The Mother’s Day tradition of gifting mom with flowers, including such perennial favorites as lilies, orchids, tulips and roses, can be practiced in a sustainable manner. Buying organic varieties protects workers, families and the environment. Flowers grown with conventional techniques contribute to the contamination of groundwater and streams through fertilizer and pesticide runoff that can also threaten animal species. Many of the cut flowers are grown in South America, where farms continue to use pesticides that are restricted in the U.S. and cited as highly toxic by the World Health Organization. GreenAmerica.org provides several helpful tips on bringing joy to mom on her special day in eco-friendly ways: Grow Your Own. Buy organic bulbs or seeds in consumer seed catalogs and retail racks or online from reputable sources that include SeedsOfChange.com. Children can then grow their own flowers to make them mean even more. Tips for natural weed and pest control, environmentally friendly watering, making raised garden beds and more are posted at EarthEasy.com/yard-garden. Buy Local and Organic. Support local communities and save shipping costs and energy by purchasing chemical-free organic flowers from a local farmers’ market or community supported agriculture. Online retailers like OrganicBouquet.com and LocalHarvest.org/ organic-flowers.jsp offer U.S. Department of Agriculture-certified organic flowers. Ask Local Florists to Go Organic. Find out if local florists purchase any organic and local flowers, and if not, request that they do so. Also, eschew plastic wraps and vases for eco-friendly flowers to avoid toxic ingredients and the carbon manufacturing footprint. Fun options to hold and showcase the gift include old, recycled Mason and glass jars and bottles or an artistic vase from an estate sale or antique or thrift shop.

Bee-Toxic Pesticide Approved The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved cyantraniliprole, a new systemic pesticide that is toxic to bees, for agricultural use and has set allowable residue limits on almonds, berries, leafy vegetables and milk. The EPA also approved it as a seed treatment, so it may show up in GMO (genetically modified) seeds in the future. Cyantraniliprole has been proven to cause liver toxicity, and the EPA notes that it also alters the stability of the thyroid as tested on laboratory rats. Although the agency maintains that the pesticide is not a direct thyroid toxicant, any indirect effects on this glandular function are likely to disrupt the endocrine system. As its current endocrine disruptor screening program is still in the process of validating tests, EPA registration of the new active ingredient is questionable. Source: EcoWatch.com

Dirty Dollars Stores Filled with Toxic Products HealthyStuff, a project of the Michigan-based Ecology Center, in collaboration with the Campaign for Healthier Solutions (CHS), has released a report, A Day Late and a Dollar Short: Discount Retailers are Falling Behind on Safer Chemicals, about toxic chemicals found in dollar store products. It includes test results for 164 dollar store products such as toys, jewelry, school supplies and household items and found that 81 percent contained at least one hazardous chemical above a level that generates concern. The campaign sent a letter to the CEOs of the four largest dollar store chains, including Family Dollar, Dollar Tree, Dollar General, and 99 Cents Only, urging them to stop the sale of these unsafe products, especially to communities of low-income and ethnic families that already live in more polluted areas and food deserts, and adopt policies that will instead protect both customers and their own businesses. Combined, these discount chains have annual sales totaling more than $36 billion and operate more stores nationally than Walmart. The CHS is asking for a comprehensive set of reforms; communities need to let dollar store chains know that they want safer products and join local and national efforts advocating for nontoxic products. Scroll to Dollar Store Report at HealthyStuff.org for the complete test results. Take action at NontoxicDollarStores.org.

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Spirituality and Health: The Missing “Peace” By Dr. Jonathan Ellerby

here is a long standing belief in our Western world that our universe is fundamentally a material reality, and that within it we layer and project infinite worlds of myth, psychology and meaning. This perspective leads to dangerous assumptions. For example, Abraham Maslow describes our assumed hierarchy of needs – the bottom and primary survival needs, and the top and most luxurious spiritual needs. This, from the perspective of health, success and healing, is completely upside down. In seeking any measure of health, you must face four key, interconnected areas of your life – mental, emotional, physical and spiritual. Ultimately, all change requires the physical dimension in some way, such as going to the gym, eating differently, sleeping better, having an important conversation or even going to church, meditation or yoga. The body is the vehicle that takes us there. The body goes where we tell it. The more clear and directive our plans, thoughts, attitudes and directions, the more effective the behavioral changes are. The popular statement, “change your thoughts, change your life,” is also missing a piece. Life and health in particular is not so much challenged

by our minds, but by the emotions that fuel the thoughts that lead to unhealthful choices and harmful behaviors. Changing your thoughts is a nice idea, but any idea that is held in place by an emotion is very difficult to change. So, we discover that the emotional-self drives the mind, which controls and directs the body - directly and indirectly. Emotional healing is critical to every layer of health from sleep to weight management and contentment, but emotions are not meant to be controlled or constant. The very nature of emotions is reactive, responsive, changing and situational. Like the body and the mind, the best we can do with our emotional hearts, is seek a balance and work to maintain it. The spiritual-self is often the forgotten factor that allows us to find ultimate meaning, context and willingness for the difficult decisions, feelings and changes that healing requires. When we deeply understand what is Sacred (who we really are, what matters most, and which relationships are important), then the struggle for balance in the body, mind and heart ceases. Through spirituality we access the energy and perspective that is the root of change, and not a luxury to explore once everything is well and good. The spiritual journey should be a constant companion on your path of health. A strong spiritual path, free of dogma and ego, is enriching, evolving and empowering on all levels of life. Dr. Jonathan Ellerby, best-selling author, teaches “Spirituality, Health and Healing,” at the Althea Center, Tues 6:30-7:30pm, 1400 William St. Denver, by donation. 303-322-7738.

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8 Relationship Myths that Is Your Face Fit? Lead to Disaster W W By Grace Mosgeller

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hat’s it like coming home to a war zone? Arguing, anger, and the silent treatment. When marital bliss degenerates to combat, couples wonder how something that started out so wonderful turned so bitter. But, there is hope! In our culture, we’re taught certain rules about relating that actually destroy relationships! It’s like driving in Boston with a map of Albuquerque. Lots of dead ends and frustration. We tend to learn most of our relationships skills from two primary sources: our parents and television. That’s a scary thought. Ask yourself if you’ve been unconsciously following some of these “Eight Keys to Outrageously Painful Relationships.”

Key #1: If I’m in a painful relationship, it’s because the other person has a problem; it’s certainly not me. This perspective gives away your personal power by focusing on the other person, and NOT taking responsibility for your own constructive action. Key #2: The best way to handle my hurt is to ignore it. What toll does this take on our bodies and relationships over time? Key #3: Everybody knows the source of love and caring is another person. I thought that my feelings lived inside me. Key #4: A truly great relationship has no conflict. Did you ever wonder what happened AFTER they rode off into the sunset? Key #5: If I really apply myself, I know I can mold my partner into a worthwhile person. God will be so relieved to know He can take a little break, having found such a capable replacement. Key #6: I can hide the truth from my spouse, from my children and the people around me. Riiiiight, and the Emperor has a great new wardrobe. Key #7: The more I hang on to the person I love, the less they’ll want to leave me. Remember how attracted you were to someone who tried to suffocate you with their clinginess? Key #8: I really should be able to figure out this relationship stuff all by myself. And then perhaps you’ll try your own neurosurgery. Have you heard this definition of insanity? It’s doing the same thing, over and over again, and expecting a different result. If our relationships haven’t been working, and we truly want positive change, doesn’t it make sense that we might have to operate differently? Challenge yourself to contemplate these eight points and answer these two questions: How can you turn around each of these myths into a constructive principle? How can you transform disaster into the quality of relationships your heart so yearns for? Excerpted from Outrageously Fulfilling Relationships: An Outrageous Guide to Creating Uncommonly Blissful Partnerships. Randy, founder of the Love, Courage and Achievement Project is offering a FREE 90-minute personal consultation. Call 303-989-2605.

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ho wouldn’t like to avoid signs of aging, especially in our face and neck? When we look our best, we naturally feel better about ourselves. As we age, our face and neck muscles weaken and sag. Strategically placed fat pads that give our face fullness begin to disappear and a tired, drained, old look replaces the firm look of youth. But, face and neck muscles can be firmed, lifted and sculpted with exercise, effectively erasing years off our faces. “I can’t imagine any knowledgeable medical professional would doubt that the facial muscles would respond any differently to exercise than any other skeletal muscle. I believe these facial exercises as an adjunct to a healthy diet, nonsmoking life style, and daily sunscreen use, can slow down if not reverse that ‘normal’ aging process,” says Jon L.W. Richards M.D. Focused exercise engages the muscle fibers building strength and tone. Everyday facial expressions activate only portions of facial muscles. Over time, these muscles can lose tone just like other muscles can atrophy when not used. Flattening of the cheeks, hollowing of the eyes, facial folds and drapes are unmistakable signs of atrophied muscle. Regular facial exercise can counteract this loss of muscle tone. A good face and neck exercise routine promotes better skin quality due to faster skin cell turnover, and more oxygen and nutrients reaching these cells to create healthy, youthful skin! Face Exercises work for both men and women and can help prevent the sags, bags and droopiness of middle age and beyond. Even those who’ve had cosmetic surgery, injections or Botox, can build a natural supple foundation for the skin to lay on, avoiding the frozen and stretched look repeated surgeries and injections can create. Obvious improvements can be seen and felt after two weeks of dedicated training. After three months, a rested and firm look will begin to develop. Within 6-9 months it is possible to look 5-10 years younger. Of course, results will depend on commitment to consistent training. Adopting a good face and neck exercise program, proper skin nutrition and reasonable sun protection is the best way to look and feel your best and ward off the signs of aging. Grace Mosgeller, licensed esthetician, massage therapist, and developer of FaceFitnez, can be reached at 303-903-4936.

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What’s key to your ability to naturally stay healthy and ﬁt in the midst of an intense schedule of work and travel? I love modalities like acupuncture, massage … all of that. I fully believe in keeping energy flowing to benefit the functioning of all our organs. As school kids, we learn about the circulatory system and central nervous system, but who knows much about the lymphatic system? It’s extremely important, and people are starting to get the idea. Activities like yoga, swimming and bouncing on the trampoline can help.

Home Cooking, Organics and Massage Are Key by Gerry Strauss

How do you manage to consistently eat local organic food instead of fast food? My mother was a gourmet chef and an advocate of organic food, so we always had amazing meals growing up. Eating organic produce that’s in season locally seems to help me assimilate nutrition more readily. Whenever I can, I also try to tap into biodynamic agriculture, which takes an even broader holistic approach to food production and nutrition. I view GMOs [genetically modified foods] as toxic to the system. As a self-taught chef, I like to cook at least 80 percent of my food at home and bring meals to work so I don’t stress about food during the day. It feels good to get people together in the kitchen and I’ve taught friends how to cook healthy foods in simple ways, so they now bring their own meals with them to work. It’s all about preparation, so that you’re not just grabbing something on the run. Knowing what’s going into the food we’re eating is important.

Why do you include a lot of soup in your diet? With all of the GMO food sprayed with chemicals in the typical American diet and the other environmental toxins everyone has to deal with, our gut flora, intestines and bodies in general are becoming compromised. Ten years ago, few had even heard of gluten allergies unless you had celiac disease, which was rare even then. Now, everywhere you go, there’s a gluten-free option. I love eating soup because the healthful ingredients I use are broken down completely, so the body can immediately assimilate needed micronutrients, which help heal us from the inside out. I’m talking about homemade broth from grass-fed beef bones,

Do you see society’s penchant for medicating as a way to avoid listening to and addressing our body’s real needs? I do. That’s why I study Eastern medicine, because I feel that Western medicine treats problems and Eastern medicine prevents problems from happening. I grew up in a family of doctors and “full-on” Western medicine and respect the medical community. Unfortunately, these days, most people are continually medicated and they’re not getting better. As a society, we tend to just take a drug to handle a symptom instead of addressing the actual cause of the problem.

As a celebrity, do you see yourself as a conduit to facilitate a shift away from unnatural lifestyles?

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rom That ‘70s Show to Orange is the New Black, actress Laura Prepon has long been considered by TV audiences to be a welcome image of health. Yet Prepon’s recent discovery that she’d been falling short in nourishing her body as effectively as possible has set in motion a complete redirection of lifestyle, from her diet to fitness routine. Now working on a book about clean living and eating due out next year, Prepon has rededicated herself to educating us just as much as she’s entertained us through the years.

Yes. The reason I decided to write a book was because I’ve been struggling with a bunch of different ailments in secret for a long time. When I began working with my integrated health coach, Elizabeth Troy, I started to heal for the first time in all the years of reading books on health, diet and fitness, seeing doctors, taking loads of pills and spending crazy amounts of money on all of these activities. I want to help people struggling to regain their health to get answers. Gerry Strauss is a freelance writer in Hamilton, NJ. Connect at GerryStrauss@aol.com.

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RETHINKING BREAST HEALTH Natural ways to keep breasts smooth, pain-free and ﬁrm, while reducing the risk of cancer. by Lisa Marshall

e’ve ’ been b conditioned diti d tto narrowly define breast health in terms of pink ribbon campaigns, cancer awareness marches and cold, steel mammography machines. Nearly 30 years after anticancer drug maker Imperial Chemical Industries (now AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals) established the first National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October 1985, many women have come to equate healthy breasts with cancer-free breasts, and assume the most important thing they can do is undergo regular screening. But amid this chorus, some women’s health advocates are striving to get a different message across: There are a host of steps women can take to not only fend off disease in the future, but keep their breasts in optimal condition today. “We need to change the conversation about our breasts from how to avoid breast cancer and detect it early to how to have healthy breasts and enjoy them,” says Dr. Christiane Northrup, an obstetrician and gynecologist from Yarmouth, Maine, and author of the new book Goddesses Never Age: The Secret Prescription for Radiance, Vitality, and Well-Being.

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Healthy H lth Breasts, B t Healthy H lth Body B d In adolescence, breast changes are the first to signal the arrival of womanhood. When she’s aroused, a woman’s nipples harden and change color. When a woman gives birth, her breasts fill with life-giving milk. “In all these ways, your breasts are deeply connected to your femininity, compassion and sensuality,” says Hawaiian Naturopathic Doctor Laurie Steelsmith, co-author of Natural Choices for Women’s Health. Because breasts are extremely sensitive to hormonal fluctuations throughout the body, they can also serve as a barometer of overall health. “If you’re having chronic breast symptoms, it can be your body’s wisdom saying, ‘Help. Something’s wrong.’ Women need to listen.” While some premenstrual swelling and tenderness is normal, exaggerated or persistent pain is often a sign of systemic estrogen dominance in relation to progesterone. It’s common in the years leading up to menopause, but can also hint at impaired thyroid function, because low levels of thyroid hormones have been shown to boost estrogen in breast tissue, advises Steelsmith. MileHighNaturalAwakenings.com

Large, fluid-filled cysts or fibrous lumps, while non-cancerous, can also be a reflection of overexposure to harmful chemicals and toxin buildup, combined with poor lymph flow, notes Dr. Elizabeth Vaughan, an integrative physician in Greensboro, North Carolina. “If a woman has lumpy, bumpy breasts, they probably contain too many toxins, and those toxins are primarily estrogenic.” Addressing such symptoms is important not only to relieve discomfort, but also because excess estrogen can fuel future cancer risk, says Vaughan. Any new, suspicious lump should be evaluated by a professional. Also, b ssevere breast tenderness combined with nipple discharge could be a sign of inn ffection or a problem with the pituitary ggland, so it should also be checked. But ttypically, subtle natural healthcare steps ccan go a long way toward restoring breast wellness. b For nipple tenderness, Steelsmith rrecommends chaste-tree berry (175 milligrams [mg] of powdered extract or m 40 drops daily). The herbal supplement 4 mimics naturally occurring progesterm one in the body, helping to counter o eestrogen dominance. Vitamin E (400 to 800 international units [IU] per day) and evening primrose oil (1,500 mg twice a day) have also been shown to alleviate breast tenderness. For fibrous or cyst-filled breasts, Vaughan advises supplementing with iodine (up to 12.5 mg per day via kelp, seaweed or oral tablets) or applying an iodine solution to the breasts at night. A key constituent of thyroid hormones, iodine helps the liver convert unfriendly forms of estrogen into friendlier forms and flush toxins out of lymph nodes in the breast. Also, steer clear of chocolate and coffee, because caffeine is believed to interact with enzymes in the breast, exaggerating pain and lumpiness. Also consider ditching the bra, says Vaughan. Brassieres can constrict lymph nodes and hinder blood circulation in breasts, locking toxins in and aggravating fibrocystic symptoms. The link between bras and breast cancer risk remains hotly debated, with one 2014 U.S. National Cancer Institute study of 1,400 women concluding unequivocally that, “There’s no evidence that wearing a bra increases a woman’s risk of breast cancer,” while smaller studies from the United States,

China, Venezuela, Scotland and Africa suggest a link. Vaughan, the founder of BraFree.org, says the science is compelling enough that she has chosen to keep her own bra use to a minimum and advises her patients to do the same. “Obviously, there are certain sports where you should wear a sports bra and there are certain dresses that only look right with a bra,” says Vaughan. At a minimum, avoid wearing a bra to bed and steer clear of underwires and overly tight bras that leave red marks. “This is not about guilt-tripping women into never wearing a bra. It’s about wearing a bra less.”

Beautiful Breasts Naturally Too small or too big, lopsided or riddled with stretch marks… it seems almost every woman has a complaint about the appearance of her breasts. That’s a problem, says Northrup, because, “Healthy breasts are breasts that are loved. We have to stop beating them up.” According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the number of women getting breast implants for cosmetic reasons ballooned from 212,500 in 2000 to 286,254 in 2014. Physicians— including Northrup—claim that modern implants don’t, in the majority of cases, promote disease like older silicone implants did. Yet even plastic surgeons warn that having implants should be fully thought out, and at some point they’ll probably have to come out. “They are manmade devices, and are

not intended to be lifelong. At some point, you will probably have to have further surgery,” says Dr. Anureet Bajaj, an Oklahoma City plastic surgeon. Bajaj notes that implants can rupture, forming scar tissue and lending irregular shape to the breast. Often, as a woman ages and her body changes, the larger breasts she chose in her 20s no longer look right and may cause back and shoulder pain. In some cases, implants can also lead to loss of nipple sensitivity. For these and other reasons, 23,774 women—including actress Melissa Gilbert and model Victoria Beckham—had their implants removed in 2014, often following up with a breast lift (using their own tissue) to restore their shape. Vaughan sees breast implant removal as a wise and courageous choice to restore optimal breast health. Better yet, don’t get implants in the first place. “There are a lot of other things you can do to improve the appearance of your breasts,” she advises. Vaughan recommends breastperking exercises like dumbbell bench presses and flys that tone the pectoral muscles beneath the breasts, making them more resilient and look larger. To prevent or reverse sagging, she again urges women to go bra-free. “We have ligaments in the upper outer quadrant of our breasts called Cooper’s ligaments, and they’re responsible for holding our breasts up. Just like your muscles atrophy when you put your arm in a sling, your Cooper’s ligaments

atrophy if you wear a bra all the time.” In one unpublished, yet highly publicized 2013 study, French Exercise Physiologist Jean-Denis Rouillon measured the busts of 330 women ages 18 to 35 over a period of 15 years and found those that regularly wore a bra had droopier breasts with lower nipples than those that didn’t. In another, smaller, Japanese study, researchers found that when women stopped wearing a bra for three months, their breasts perked up. Those worried about stretch marks also have options. They can be a sign of inadequate copper, which promotes collagen integrity and helps skin stretch without injury, says Steelsmith. If rapid weight gain is occurring due to adolescence, pregnancy or for other reasons, try taking copper supplements or applying a topical copper spray on the breasts. Remember to massage your breasts daily, not only as a “search and destroy mission” for early detection of cancerous lumps, says Northrup, but as a way to get waste products flowing out and loving energy flowing in. “It concerns me that women feel pressured to think of their breasts as two potentially pre-malignant lesions sitting on their chests,” Northrup says. “These are organs of nourishment and pleasure for both ourselves and others. We need to remember that, too.” Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer in Boulder, CO. Connect at LisaAnnMarshall.com.

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Mammography VERSUS

Thermography By Joel Shuler

o maximize preventive care for breast health, which is best – mammography or thermography? Increasingly, the answer is both. Conventional medical care providers continue to promote annual mammograms for women over age 40 as the best way to detect breast cancer. There are, however, more providers in the conventional medical community who acknowledge that thermography can play an important role as both an early detection tool and a preventive care tool for overall breast health. “I see clear signs that the traditional medical community is beginning to recognize that we all have a role to play when it comes to breast health and cancer prevention,” said Michelle Hart, owner of DITI Imaging in San Antonio who won her own battle with breast cancer. “That’s a good thing because it’s not a matter of either/or –

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it’s much more about working together to fully equip women, and men, with the best tools and information for prevention and early detection.” Most women have a good understanding of mammography, which involves creating an image of the breast through X-ray technology and breast compression. X-ray images can reveal early signs of breast cancer, such as dense calcium deposits. Mammography focuses on abnormalities in the physical or anatomical structures within the breast. Thermography focuses on physiological changes in temperature and vascular activity. Infrared imaging is used to detect heat and analyze vascular activity. Thermography is based on the principle that chemical and blood vessel activity is higher and produces more heat in pre-cancerous and cancerous tissue. Pre-cancerous and cancerous masses need an abundant supply of nutrients to grow, MileHighNaturalAwakenings.com

and this increased blood flow and vascular activity in breasts or other areas of the body can be detected and monitored through thermography. While Mammography remains the “gold standard” for breast cancer detection (The Susan G. Komen foundation states emphatically, “Mammography is the best screening tool for breast cancer used today,”) it does have its critics who are concerned about the potential harmful effects of repeated radiation exposure. The National Cancer Institute has noted potential harms due to radiation exposure, and a 2006 study published in the British Journal of Radiobiology stated that the type of radiation used in X-ray-based screenings is more carcinogenic than previously believed. Thermography does not involve radiation or breast compression. It has been an FDA-approved screening procedure to detect breast cancer for more than 30 years. Still, many conventional practitioners don’t know much about the practice, largely because medical schools don’t teach it. Even the FDA issued a “Safety Communication” in 2011 that stated, “…thermography is not a replacement for screening mammography and should not be used by itself to diagnose breast cancer.” But Thermography advocates say they’ve never called for it to replace mammography. In fact, advocates have long supported an integrative approach. The American College of Clinical Thermology (ACCT) describes thermography as “an adjunct to the appropriate use of mammography,” not a competitor. Adding thermography to the breast health toolkit, advocates say, is important because the procedure can detect heat and vascular abnormalities years before being discovered by any other procedure, including mammography. “Thermography can detect physiologic changes associated with a cancer while it is still at a cellular level—before it becomes visible on a mammogram,” says Dr. Thomas Hudson, a diagnostic radiologist based at the Women’s Center for Radiology in Orlando, Fla. Hudson says thermography has preventive care

benefits beyond early breast cancer detection and notes that it can indicate an imbalance in estrogen levels associated with higher breast cancer risk and can detect lymphatic congestion, which can be a precursor to disease. “In short, thermography is a way to monitor breast health, not just a way to detect breast disease,” he says. “Thermography offers a woman the chance to become aware of worrisome physiological changes before there is a diagnosable cancer—which is when risk-reduction strategies such as diet, exercise and stress reduction are most effective.” Hudson acknowledges that the conventional medical community has been slow to embrace thermography, but he believes that will change. “As medicine becomes more integrative, Thermography will become more accepted as paradigms change and perspectives broaden,” he says. “Thermography doesn’t replace mammography. It adds a much-needed piece to the puzzle, providing risk information and possible early warning that mammography cannot.” Learn more about thermography by visiting ThermologyOnline.org and BreastThermography.com. Joel Shuler is the publisher of Natural Awakenings San Antonio.

Mammography Versus Thermography MAMMOGRAPHY • Uses X-rays to produce an image of the breast. Areas with abnormalities need to be dense enough to be seen. • Focuses on structural imaging and has the ability to locate an area of suspicious tissue. • Early detection method, when breast tissue abnormality becomes evident. • Cannot diagnose cancer. Can detect some tumors in the preinvasive stage. • For most women with private insurance, annual mammography screenings are covered without copayments or deductibles, but it’s important to contact the mammogram facility and your insurance carrier to confirm insurance coverage. Also, Medicare pays for annual screening for all female beneficiaries who are age 40 or older.

THERMOGRAPHY • Uses infrared imaging technology to detect heat and vascular activity. • Focuses on physiologic changes, changes in temperatures and vascular activity that could indicate abnormal activity in an area of the breast (or other part of the body). • Early detection method, when abnormal vascular patterns and temperature changes are detected. • Cannot diagnose cancer. May provide an early signal that changes are occurring in breast tissue. • Generally not covered by health insurance plans. Some plans may offer some out-of-network coverage, but you should check with your plan administrator first. Thermography screenings are eligible expenses for health care flexible spending accounts and Health Savings Accounts. The cost of breast thermography screening averages $150-$200.

Source: Breast Thermography website, www.breastthermography.com.

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ccording to the American Cancer Society, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, and nearly 40,000 will die annually of the disease. But at least 38 percent of those diagnoses could be prevented via diet and lifestyle changes, affirms the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR). “For decades, the dominant public message about breast cancer has been about early detection,” says Medical Doctor Robert Pendergrast, an associate professor at the Medical College of Georgia, in Augusta, and author of Breast Cancer: Reduce Your Risk with Foods You Love. “Screening is important, but not nearly enough attention is being paid to prevention.” Here’s what we can do to keep cancer at bay or from recurring. Eat more veggies: Cruciferous vegetables, like broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts, are loaded with indole-3-carbinol, or I3C, a potent anticancer compound that helps break down excess estrogen and convert it into a more friendly, or benign form, says Steelsmith. One study in Alternative Medicine Review found that women who ate high amounts of cruciferous vegetables were 30 percent less likely to develop breast cancer over 30 years. I3C can also be taken as a supplement (300 milligrams [mg] per day). Eat more fiber, especially flax: Fiber, via whole grains, fruits and vegetables, helps flush out toxins including unfriendly estrogen. Flax contains cancerfighting compounds called lignans, which block the effects of excess or unfriendly estrogen on cells. Drink less alcohol: Alcohol boosts estrogen levels in women and is broken down in the liver to acetaldehyde, a known toxin that causes cancer in laboratory animals, notes Naturopath MileHighNaturalAwakenings.com

Laurie Steelsmith. According to the AICR, a woman who has five drinks per week boosts her risk by 5 percent. Two or more drinks per day boosts such risk by more than 40 percent. Skip the barbecue: Charring meat produces carcinogenic compounds called heterocyclic amines. A study of 42,000 women, published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, found that those who routinely ate welldone hamburger, beef or bacon had four times the risk of those that opted for medium or medium-rare. Keep weight in check: Excessive estrogen, which lives in fat cells, fuels cancer risk. According to the AICR, a woman with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 (obese) has a 13 percent higher risk of cancer than a woman with a BMI of 25 (slightly overweight). Spice up life: Curcumin from the turmeric plant has been shown in many studies to have potent immune-boosting and anticancer properties, reactivating sleeping tumor-suppressor genes that can kill cancer cells. De-stress: Growing evidence that includes studies from Ohio State University suggest that stress can boost the risk of breast cancer and recurrence, plus heighten its aggressiveness by altering hormones and impairing immunity. One study from Finland’s University of Helsinki followed 10,808 Finnish women for 15 years and found as much as double the rate of breast cancer among those that had experienced a divorce or death of a spouse or family member. Drink green tea: It’s loaded with epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a potent antioxidant believed to suppress new blood vessel growth in tumors and keep cancerous cells from invading healthy tissue.

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hen Sandy Messonnier was diagnosed with breast cancer, she faced scary treatment decisions as doctors pressured her to consider all means available. “I was more afraid of the treatment than the cancer itself,” says Messonnier, 52, of Plano, Texas. “I kept feeling like I was being lumped into one big category of all women that got breast cancer, rather than treated as an individual.” With the help of her holistic veterinarian husband Shawn Messonnier, Sandy took a more measured approach, blending conventional and complementary medicine in an individualized protocol the couple describes in their book, Breast Choices for the Best Chances: Your Breasts, Your Life, and How You Can Win the Battle! After careful consideration, Sandy opted for two lumpectomies three weeks apart, instead of a mastectomy, to remove

the small tumor. The second one was done to clear up a few remaining cells indicated by a biopsy. Meanwhile, she took supplements including green tea and coriolus mushrooms to impede the spread of the cancer cells. Several tests helped determine if she needed chemotherapy and the optimum dose for some of her supplements. The results prompted her to decline chemotherapy and opt for a brief stint of radiation while taking the supplements quercetin and curcumin to help combat the fatigue and other side effects. Afterward, she cleansed her body with homeopathic mistletoe, herbal milk thistle and other detoxifying supplements. Then she began the work of keeping cancer at bay. “A lot of doctors never talk to you about what you are going to do after the poisoning [chemo], the burning and

surgery,” she says. “Rather than taking a cancer-fighting drug, I chose to be more mindful of what I do with my body.” Her regimen called for committing to keeping up with the healthy diet, plus regular walks, yoga and Pilates that she believes helped keep the cancer relatively mild to begin with. But she also made some life changes to address the one thing she believes may have driven the outbreak in the first place—stress. She made peace with her mother, which reduced a lot of stress, began to cultivate a spiritual life and now takes time to meditate or walk when she feels even lightly stressed. She also vowed to keep the fear of recurrence from overwhelming her. “Many women never stop worrying about it,” she observes. “That is toxic energy you are putting back into your body.” As of this October, Messonnier will be five years cancer-free. Her advice for women newly diagnosed with breast cancer: “Chemotherapy, radiation and mastectomy are not among the right choices for all women. There are other options, depending on the type of cancer. Don’t be so fearful that you make hasty decisions you don’t need to make.”

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omen who shy away from the traditionally male-centric weight rooms might want to reconsider. Standing their ground amid the deadlift bars and iron plates could lead to a host of unimagined benefits. Research has found that among other things, hoisting dumbbells can amp up the fat burn, ward off some common diseases and make women stronger, both inside and out.

Burn Calories When Resting Aerobic activity can burn more calories while doing it (e.g., 14 to 16 per minute when running), but strength training prolongs the burn, even when resting afterward, according to Wayne Westcott, Ph.D., of Quincy, Massachusetts, who publishes widely on the topic in scientific journals, magazine articles and books. Women will burn fewer calories while pumping iron than when running (between eight and 10 calories a minute), but because of weightlifting’s action— traumatizing muscle tissue and forcing it to rebuild—muscle recovery requires increased expenditure of energy, and thus calories, when the person is at rest. MileHighNaturalAwakenings.com

The research shows a revved-up burn of between 5 percent and 7 percent for three full days after a workout, says Westcott, who developed the exercise science major at Quincy College and has reviewed and directed strength-training research for more than 25 years. “On average, a woman burns an extra 100 calories a day by having done 30 minutes of strength training twice a week. That’s an extra 3,000 calories a month, or nearly an extra pound of fat she can burn.” Additional “free” calorie burning comes from the after-burn effect. By initiating the anaerobic, rather than aerobic, system, weightlifting requires more energy just to return to the resting state. “So, after you finish a workout, you will burn approximately 30 percent of the amount of calories you burned during the workout in the first hour afterward as your body transitions back. It’s a bonus of resistance training.” “It’s like there’s a furnace inside you,” says Naturopathic Doctor and CrossFit instructor Holly Lucille, of West Hollywood, California. The more buff a woman becomes, the more fat she burns. “It can help minimize that natural

effect of slowed metabolism as you age and control body weight,” she notes. To maximize the burn, eat a healthy combined protein/carb snack within an hour of the workout, advises Jen Hoehl, a personal trainer in New York City, who says, “Adding amino acids helps the muscles rebuild more efficiently.” Westcott agrees, adding that 90 percent of studies he’s reviewed concur that about 25 extra grams of protein such as a Greek yogurt, more for heavier men, just before or after a workout, enhances fat loss, bone strength and lean muscle gain.

Recover Muscle Weightlifters also slow Mother Nature’s habit of stealing muscle during aging. “Women lose an average of five pounds of muscle per decade after age 30 until menopause, when the rate increases even more,” Westcott says. Studies have found that during a woman’s first six months of twice-weekly weight training, she can rebuild about one-quarter pound of muscle per week, he says. Because becoming stronger makes everything from chores to other kinds of workouts easier, women become firmer,

fitter and more self-confident, Lucille observes. Independence rises, along with self-esteem. “As with all things in life: If you push against resistance, you get stronger,” she says. “That’s true both mentally and physically.” Note: Experts recommend using a certified trainer or weightlifting class to get started. Debra Melani writes about health care and fitness from Lyons, CO. Connect at DebraMelani.com.

To build muscle and become toned absent injury, create a full-body routine, balance muscle groups targeted in workouts, and progress properly through increased weight loads.

Don’t Fear ‘Hulk’ Bulk Experts agree that it’s impossible for women to look like the Hulk character of comic book fame. “They don’t have enough anabolic hormones, such as testosterone,” Westcott explains. “Our team has written 26 books on strength training, with not one title exclusively for women. The muscles are exactly the same for both genders, so the same training works, but women will just get toned, not bulky.” “I train a lot of tiny girls that deadlift 225,” Hoehl says. One tip: Don’t overeat, a mistake many women make when starting out. “Often, people will be hungrier, and they lose track of what they eat or think, ‘Now I can reward myself,’” Lucille explains. “You have to figure out what your new normal is. Eat lean, clean protein.” All three experts agree that braving the free-weight area boosts success at toning and trimming the whole body. “If you use free weights, you use your core and more muscle groups to help stabilize both the weight and your body, which is often standing,” Hoehl explains, versus machines that are often worked while sitting, and generally exercise only one targeted muscle group at a time. natural awakenings

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SATURDAY MAY 2 Tai Chi: Yang Style 24 Workshop–9:30am-5pm. Led by Wu Dang Daoist Priest Yun Xiang Tseng (Chen). Open to all levels. This gentle form leaves you invigorated. $99 Dao House 6120 Hwy 7 Estes Park Wudangtao.com or 970-586-494 Reiki Level I–12:30pm-5:30pm. Come learn, play, grow and experience! Reece has been teaching for more than 12 years and loves to pass on the joy and knowledge of Reiki. Classes taught every month, all levels. $185. RSVP 720-276-6118.

SUNDAY MAY 3 Reiki Master Teacher Training–12-3pm. Learn how to do Reiki attunements & teach Reiki at all levels. Two-month training. Initiation service at A Sanctuary Center. Instructor: Karen Fox has 25 years experience teaching Reiki. $750 Lakewood Register AspenProgram.com Non-Denominational Spiritual Service–1:30pm. Meditation and spiritual message. Free aura healing/ chakra balancing clinic. Rev. Lauren Skye, Officiating Minister. Inner Connection Institute at Rocky Mountain Miracle Center, 1939 S. Monroe Street, Denver. 303-282-9439 or InnerConnection.org.

MONDAY MAY 4 4-week Series; Meditation For Living Program– 6:30pm.Explore the benefits of meditation and learn easy, effective skills to relax/recharge and manage energy. Meets weekly. Fee incl session recordings, downloadable audio. $175/early $190/day of. Inner Connection Institute @ Harmony Yoga, 560 South Holly St, Denver. 303-282-9439

TUESDAY MAY 5 A Basic Meditation 5-Weeks–7-9 pm. Meditation can transformation your life and create change. Let go of negativity and make room for the positive. Feel your health improve. Early Bird $175, Regular $190. Journey Within; 777 S Wadsworth Blvd Bldg 2 #108, Lakewood. Anita Destino, 720-413-7303, journeywithin@hotmail.com Oneness Blessing Deeksha and Meditation Northwest Denver/Arvada–7-9pm. Deeksha is a Divine intelligent energy transfer that causes a neurobiological transformation within the brain of each receiving individual. Suggested $10 Journeys For Conscious Living, 7401 West 59th, Arvada. 303-731-6695. J4CL.com. Denver Meditation and Metaphysics MeetUp Group with Tami Harms–7-9pm. Also 5/19. Different presenter bring his/her personal approach to meta-physics. A correlating meditation offered. Socialization/networking. $5. Journeys For Conscious Living, 7401 West 59th, Arvada. 303-731-6695. J4CL.com

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WEDNESDAY MAY 6 Eyesight & Insight Improvement–1-4pm. Explore natural alternatives to glasses, contacts, and surgeries and learn how regular practice of Yoga, Meditation, and the Bates Method can help you heal your own eyes holistically. $30 Dova Center for Health & Healing, 972 W Dillon Rd, Louisville. RSVP nathan@integraleyesight.com.

THURSDAY MAY 7 Learn to Heal with Angels; 5 Weeks Open to Everyone–7-9 pm. Meet your Guardian & Healing Angels. Heal, release grief, guilt, addictions and habits to create the life you desire. Early $210, Regular $225 Journey Within; 777 S Wadsworth Blvd Bldg 2 #108, Lakewood. Anita Destino, 720413-7303, journeywithin@hotmail.com

FRIDAY MAY 8 Trance Medium Healing Clinic–Appts 7:05pm. Healings facilitate re-alignment and cleansing of the spiritual body. Involves channeling, energy readings, and intense clearing. Bring questions. 25 min/$20. 1939 S. Monroe Street, Denver. RSVP 303-282-9439 or InnerConnection.org. Community Drumming Circle and Sound Celebration–7-9pm. Honor Mothers, share intentions and sacred vibrations. Bring snack to share, drums, rattles, flutes and other instruments for Shamanic Sound and Vibrational Expansion. Suggested $10. Journeys For Conscious Living, 7401 West 59th, Arvada. 303-731-6695. J4CL.com. Evening Vinyasa Yoga in the Gardens–6-7pm. Weave beautiful movement with challenging postures and cultivate a sense of peace and calm. $12/nonmember; $10/member Denver Botanic Gardens 1007 York St Denver. Registar 720-865-3580

SATURDAY MAY 9 Energetic Tools for Wellness–10am-5pm. Colorado premier! Experiential class for alternative practitioners, and anyone interested in personal transformation. ‘New’ sacred geometry energetic tools and techniques for holistic wellness. Early 5/1: $97/door $111. Journeys For Conscious Living, 7401 W 59th, Arvada. Info/RSVP Deb Peterson 509-262-4685. Wellness-Energetics.com Spirit Journey, Levels 1 & 2 combined–10am-4pm. Learn practices and origins of core shamanism from Karen Rice King, one of Sandra Ingerman’s Global Teachers. Practice journeying in all Worlds, working with Teachers and Power Animals, and Soul Retrieval. $250 includes lunch & snacks both days and book, “The Practical Power of Shamanism.” The Dome in east Boulder. Credit cards accepted. Pre-registration required at Karen@karenriceking. com, 303-665-0175 or see Meetup.com/Spirit-EarthMedicine-Wheel or KarenRiceKing.com.

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MONDAY MAY 11 Managing Your Mind: Practices for Changing Your Life–7-9pm. Learn how to quiet your mind and go inside to find your deeper personal resources and strength. $20. Journeys For Conscious Living, 7401 West 59th, Arvada. 303-731-6695. J4CL.com.

WEDNESDAY MAY 13 Energize your current or potential relationship– 7-9pm. What adds energy and what drains your energy? Learn tips for stopping the energy drains and encouraging more healthy energy in yourself and with others. $15. Beacons Community Space 2630 E 3rd Ave, Denver. Ruth and Jim Sharon 303-796-7004

SATURDAY MAY 16 Wild Foods Gourmet–10am-1pm. Explore the fascinating world of wild edibles. Includes an herb walk, identifying local wild edibles, preparing a delicious meal, appetizer and cocktail using common wild plants. $52/ members; $56/nonmember. Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St, Denver. Registrar 720-865-3580

SUNDAY MAY 17 The Art of Living–thru 5/24. A residential retreat for those who want to engage with life and play a key role in creating an enlightened society. $950. Sunrise Ranch, 100 Sunrise Ranch Rd, Loveland. Register online at Sunriseranch.org/art-of-living-spring-2015.

THURSDAY MAY 21 New Moon Gathering–a Drumming/Journey Circle meets 3rd Thursday evening of the month in Boulder area. We encourage you to join the MEETUP GROUP, SPIRIT EARTH MEDICINE WHEEL for announcements about this circle and any shamanic trainings. Contact Karen@karenriceking.com or call 303-665-0175.

FRIDAY MAY 22 The Gaia Paradigm: At the Intersection of Science and Culture–7-9pm. How does new science about Earth as a living system intersect with our cultural understandings? What are implications for our physical and spiritual well-being? General $15; Members $10. The Caritas Spiritist Center, 5723 Arapahoe Ave, Boulder. 303-449-3066

SATURDAY MAY 23 It’s Back! Holistic Healing/Intuitive/Vendor Fair– 11am-5pm. Variety of complimentary healing modalities and readers, crystals, jewelry, oils, clothing. Practitioners and vendors vary per fair. $20/20 min or per healer/reader/vendor as offered. Journeys For Conscious Living, 7401 West 59th, Arvada. 303-7316695. J4CL.com.

WEDNESDAY MAY 27 Using Pendulums–7-9pm. Curious about pendulums? In this class we will learn about body energy and pendulums, and how they work together. $20. Journeys For Conscious Living, 7401 West 59th, Arvada. 303731-6695. J4CL.com.

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mondays Shiva Bathing- Devotional Singing & Chanting7-8:30pm. Chant healing mantra, enjoy devotional singing and share a delicious vegetarian meal. All welcome!. Alandi Ashram, 2457 20th Street, Boulder. Info 303-786-7437

sundays Service in the Dome–11am-12:15pm. Followed by an Attunement circle and lunch in the Pavilion dining room. Sunrise Ranch, 100 Sunrise Ranch Rd, Loveland. More information at SunriseRanch.org. Sunday Lectures & Community Tai Chi with Wu Dang Daoist Priest Yun Xiang Tseng–8:30am. Lectures in person or live streamed at daousa.org. Donation. Dao House, 6120 Hwy 7, Estes Park. 970-586-8133. Daousa.org North Boulder Spiritual Transformation with Transmission Meditation–7pm. Join us for a group meditation that is a stimulus to our individual development and also a potent form of world service. Free. Lon 303-746-7118 Hatha Flow Yoga–9-10am. A great start to your spiritual practice on Sunday! Hatha Flow encourages a deep practice accessible to all levels. Althea Center, 1400 Williams Street, Denver. 303-322-7738 Spiritual Services–10:30-11:30am. Our Sunday Eclectic Services always include world-class live music, as well as a monthly special World Music guest on each third Sunday. Althea Center, 1400 Williams Street, Denver. 303-322-7738 Living Mysticism: Devotion & Fire of Awakening–12:30-2pm. Explore a truly spiritually centered life; place a living sense of the Sacred at the heart of all you do. Althea Center, 1400 Williams Street, Denver. 303-322-7738

tuesdays Gentle & Restorative Yoga–5-6pm. Designed for older yogis, those who may not have full flexibility, or people managing stress; this class is gentle and deeply relaxing! Althea Center, 1400 Williams Street, Denver. 303-322-7738 Tantra Hatha Yoga–6:15-7:30pm. Integrate the use of breath, mudras, mantras & postures in this ancient practice that truly connects body & mind. Althea Center, 1400 Williams Street, Denver. 303-322-7738 Spirituality, Health, & Healing–6:30-7:30pm. Explore the interconnectedness of the emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical and how to attend to each one on your quest for healing. Althea Center, 1400 Williams Street, Denver. 303-322-7738

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wednesdays Free Energy Healings/Aura Clearing/Chakra Balancing–6-7pm. A healing is an energy clearing, release negative energy blocking growth and create the life you desire. Donation. Journey Within; 777 S Wadsworth Blvd Bldg 2 #108, Lakewood. Anita Destino 720-413-7303, journeywithin@hotmail.com Deep Dive: Guided Meditation & Imagery–6:307:15pm. Refresh mid-week with 45 minutes of guided imagery! We combine visualization, energy work, inspired readings and breath work to go deeper. Althea Center, 1400 Williams Street, Denver. 303-322-7738 Yoga in Spanish–6:30-7:30pm. For Spanish speakers and those who wish to practice their yoga and Spanish together. Experience Hatha Flow Yoga with a wonderful added dimension. Althea Center, 1400 Williams Street, Denver. 303-322-7738 Living from the Heart Work Group–6:30-8:30pm. Experiential Work Group Wednesday nights: The Healing Heart Method is a powerful yet simple process that resolves the issue of suppression and internalization of emotions and gradually unfolds a natural state of inner peace and healing. The Center for Living from the Heart meeting room, Denver. Donation. Call Val at 303-339-0807 or visit www.meetup.com/Living-From-The-Heart-Study-Group/

thursdays Aura and Chakra Healings–Drop-In between 6-7pm. Receive a 10 minute cleanse and release negative thoughts, emotions, pain and fear. Get replenished with positive energy and feel great. FREE. BoulderPsychicInstitute.org. 1332 Pearl St. Boulder. 303-530-0920. Psychic Readings–7-8:30pm by appt. Also on Tuesdays. Learn about your soul essence, past lives, and aura. Ask questions about relationships, career, money, and health. FREE. BoulderPsychicInstitute.org 1332 Pearl St. Boulder. 303-530-0920. Gentle & Restorative Yoga–10:15-11:30am. Designed for older yogis, those who may not have full flexibility, or people managing stress; this class is gentle and deeply relaxing! Althea Center, 1400 Williams Street, Denver. 303-322-7738 Tantra Hatha Yoga–4:30-5:45pm. Integrate the use of breath, mudras, mantras & postures in this ancient practice that truly connects body & mind. Althea Center, 1400 Williams Street, Denver. 303-322-7738

fridays Women’s Weight Loss in the Park–5-6pm. Join others in losing weight by learning and practicing 7 ball exercises for toning, defining, and weight loss. Meets weekly. Exercise ball included in price. Outdoors. Women only. $ 11. Jules Love Medical Qigong Practitioner. $ 11. Bellview Park, Englewood. 303-747-5670

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Life Destiny Immersion–thru 6/6. This seminar will assist you to deeply understand yourself and your core values while discovering how to bring your passions to your world. Cost: $147 before May 22. Sunrise Ranch, 100 Sunrise Ranch Rd, Loveland. Sunriseranch.org/life-destinyimmersion-summer-2015.

JULY 13 Tai Chi Staff Form–9:30am-5pm led by Wu Dang Daoist Priest Yun Xiang Tseng (Chen). Open to all levels. Master Chen is a 14th generation Zhang Sanfeng lineage holder and 25th generation priest. $99 Dao House 6120 Hwy 7 Estes Park Wudangtao.com or call 970-586-4094 Qi Gong for Menopause–9:30am-5pm led by Wu Dang Daoist Priest Yun Xiang Tseng (Chen). Open to all levels. Master Chen is a 14th generation Zhang Sanfeng lineage holder and 25th generation priest. $99 Dao House 6120 Hwy 7 Estes Park Wudangtao.com or call 970-586-4094

JUNE 14-21 Qi Gong & Dao Yin Instructor Training–led by Wu Dang Daoist Priest Yun Xiang Tseng (Chen). Open to all levels, deepen your current practice and become an instructor. Master Chen is 14th generation Zhang SanFeng lineage holder. All inclusive- room, meals, course $2500. Dao House 6120 Hwy 7 Estes Park. Wudangtao.com or 970-586-4094

JUNE 27-28 Pendulum Dowsing & Earth Acupuncture– 10am-5pm. Learn how to dowse the property and install copper L-rods to reduce stressful energy fields, resulting in greater health and well-being. $425 single or $375 each in a couple. Cost includes tools to dowse and cure your home, training manual, pendulum, and book “In the Mind of a Master,” by Anderson and Spurling. South Boulder. Instructor Karen Rice King, Master Dowser, 303-665-0175. More info KarenRiceKing.com

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GET INVOLVED Sleep Study: Karen Rice King, Master Dowser, is conducting a scientific sleep study to determine whether Earth Acupuncture can reduce the stress that causes sleep disturbances. Just as medical acupuncture balances your body’s meridians, Earth Acupuncture balances your property and home. To find out if you qualify to participate in this study, contact Karen@karenriceking.com or call 303-665-0175.

HEALTHY PRODUCTS/SERVICES Change Your Body Image-Do you have rules about how and what to eat? If your thoughts around food run your life and create feelings of anxiety, call me! Higher Brain Living University Hills, 2696 S. Colorado Blvd. Suite 440, Denver. Lucy 720-339-3990 or Lucy@higherbrainlivingUhills.com. Body and Soul Healing Sessions: Align your physical and spiritual body to enliven & empower your Sacred Feminine (compassion) & Sacred Masculine (wisdom) to consciously live from a place of unconditional love. Special Initial Session 90 mins. $95; by appointment , in person or by phone; 30 min., 1 hr. or 90 mins. 700 E. Ninth Ave., Suite 9, Denver. JoAnne Palladino, Reiki MasterTeacher, Channel, & Intuitive. 303-263-0679 or joanne@sacredunityhealing.com Remove Toxic Amalgam (Silver) Fillings: Denver’s first holistic, naturopathic dentist offers mercury free AND mercury safe amalgam (silver filling) removal. Financing available. 20% off new patient exam and x-rays when you mention Natural Awakenings. SOUTH LAKEWOOD DENTAL, Scott Stewart, DDS & Naturopathic Physician, 2525 S Wadsworth Blvd, Ste 11, Lakewood, 303-988-4338. Balance Your Hormones with Drug-Free Bio Energy Patches: A complementary therapy to support and restore the body’s energetic function. Experience immediate results. No risk of side effects or overdoses. Enhances medication and supplements’ effectiveness. 15% off when you mention Natural Awakenings. Free Shipping. BioTechEnergyPatch.com

JOBS AVAILABLE Hiring at Dao House! Summer interns needed for Housekeeping, Banquets, Restaurant, Maintenance, Front Desk, and more at Dao House. 30hr work exchange for housing & food, as well as full time pay options. Come and be surrounded by a sustainable healing community in Estes Park! Sam Ross 970586-4094 or office@aspenlodge.net. Daohouse.com

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WEIGHT LOSS Natural Weight Loss: Homeopathic tincture with no HCG/hormones; melts fat and suppresses appetite; great results! “I dropped 49 inches in 40 days!” Contact Wellness Spa on 5th Ave at 303-777-2555 or wellnesson5th@msn.com.

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AYURVEDA ALANDI ASHRAM AND AYURVEDA GURUKULA Alakananda Ma 2457 20th St., Boulder 303-786-7437 / info@alandiashram.org AlandiAshram.org Ayurveda is the ancient Indian art of physical, mental, and emotional healing. Treatments include herbs, nutrition and lifestyle changes to restore your body to its innate balance. Alakananda Ma, our clinic director, is a graduate of a top London medical school as well as an Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner. She synthesizes ancient and modern knowledge for your best health outcomes.

COACHING KATHY HIGGINS MS, MA, LPC, LAC, EMDR, NCC, LPC, LLC Creating change to live a more joyful and effective life 8340 Sangre de Cristo Rd. Suite 212, Littleton 720-663-7702 Feeling stuck? Want to change? Do you lack motivation? Let’s develop an action plan to attain your goals! I provide wholehearted, compassionate, non-judgmental coaching in a safe, validating manner to assist you as you face your challenges, discover new choices and find solutions. I specialize in individual coaching to address concerns such as self-esteem, trauma recovery, skill development, career and life direction concerns and more! As a professional and personal life coach, I can help you reach your best self! Schedule your free consultation at 720-663-7702

CONSCIOUS EVENTS AND SPEAKERS JOURNEYS FOR CONSCIOUS LIVING 7401 West 59th Ave., Arvada 303-731-6695 J4CL.com Discover and develop a life of passion, purpose and contribution. Journeys for Conscious Living (J4CL) is an organization leading the world in conscious living, hosting world class events, speakers and event center (space rental) to empower people to create thoughtful changes in living their lives every day, thus creating the space and energy to stay centered and expand the community. J4CL invites you to co-create opportunities, collaboration and communities for individuals and businesses to reach their full, highest potential, while experiencing love, joy and transformation. See ad page 27.

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MARY BETH KENNEDY, MA 1637 28th St, Boulder 303-589-8006 Marybethkennedy.com Reconnective Healing transcends the limitations of human ability and imagination. By opening to it, we are able to restore balance and harmony in our lives and transform our bodies, minds and souls in ways that otherwise may seem impossible. Mary Beth has been a practitioner, mentor and coach for 14 years. One of the most experienced Reconnection Practitioners in the world, she travels with Eric Pearl and the Reconnection Teaching Team in addition to her practice in Boulder.

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DENTIST STUDIO Z DENTAL Tom Zyvoloski DDS Aesthetic Excellence and Holistic Family Care 818 W South Boulder Rd, Suite 100, Louisville 303-666-7110 StudioZDental.com If you’re the type of person who cares enough about your body to shop for organic produce, why not give the same thought to your dental health? At Studio Z Dental, we use only the safest, most natural products with each of our clients. Curious about mercury safe dentistry? Check out our videos at www.studiozdental.com/videos.

SOUTH LAKEWOOD DENTAL Scott Stewart, DDS & Certiﬁed Naturopathic Dentist 2525 S Wadsworth Blvd, Ste 11, Lakewood 303-988-4338 LakewoodLaserDentist.com Denver’s first holistic, naturopathic dentist offering mercury free AND mercury safe amalgam (silver filling) removal. Numerous studies have found amalgam (50% mercury) to be a substantial source of exposure to mercury vapor, which has potentially hazardous side effects to your health. Holistic-minded individuals should consider the safe removal and handling of any silver fillings. We offer a bio-compatibility test to decide which replacement material is best for you. Financing available. 20% off new patient exam and x-rays when you mention Natural Awakenings. Call today for a radical improvement in your health. See ad page 20.

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VIBRANCE DENTISTRY with DR. CATE VIEREGGER 7400 E Crestline Circle, Ste 230, Greenwood Village 303-770-1116 VibranceDentistry.com Whether your goal is to encourage a healthy attitude towards oral health in your children or ease your own anxiety about dental procedures, our friendly staff and relaxing atmosphere will change the way you approach dental care. At Vibrance Dentistry, we believe that oral healthcare should be a pleasant and relaxing experience. Our state-of-the-art equipment and spa-like amenities allow us to offer services that transcend traditional dentistry and promote whole-body wellness. See ad page 11.

DOG TRAINING MISHA MAY FOUNDATION DOG TRAINING & RESCUE Lorraine May, Executive Director 303-239-0382 MishaMayFoundation@gmail.com MishaMayFoundation.org Learn to speak the language of your dog! Misha May Foundation provides inexpensive community classes where you learn invaluable tools to help your dog be more secure and happy, and you too! Classes include Understanding Dogs, with positive reinforcement techniques only, and Dog Trainer Apprentice Programs to become a dog trainer, utilizing behavior science and holistic approaches. Homes of a foster dog from any organization may attend classes free! Many more classes available. See our website for more information.

ENERGY HEALING/ MEDITATION JOURNEY WITHIN with ANITA DESTINO Inside Irongate Execute Plaza, Belmar area 777 S Wadsworth Blvd. Bldg 2-108, Lakewood 720-413-7303 AnitaDestino.com A safe place for people interested in creating change in their lives, Journey Within helps you focus on spiritual growth, developing your intuition and personal development. Give to yourself with Free Energy Healings, Angel Healings, Guided Meditations, Meditation Classes, Workshops and Intuitive Readings/Healings. Join us for a Free Aura Clearing and Chakra Balancing held every Wednesday from 6-7 pm, open to everyone.

Reconnective Healing with Mary Beth Kennedy. Transform your body, mind and soul! See full listing under Consciousness Shift.

ENERGY MEDICINE HEALING CHANGE MARIE ADAMS EEM-AP, CHT, PT 7950 S Lincoln St, Ste 100, Littleton 303-668-0299 marie@healingchange.net www.healingchange.net Individual sessions and classes in Eden Energy Medicine for increased Joy, Health and Vitality! Balancing nine different energy systems in your body and energy field creates healing at the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual levels of your being. Ongoing classes: Daily Energy Routine and other health topics. Free 30-minute phone or Skype consultation available.

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CLEAR SKY MEDICAL KATIA I. MEIER, M.D. Panorama Falls 9085 E Mineral Circle, #260, Centennial 303-790-7860 ClearSkyMedical.com Feel and look your best at any age with Katia Meier, MD, Board Certified in Anti-Aging Medicine, Specialty trained in Bio-identical Hormone Therapy, Holistic and Naturopathic medicine in Europe and certified in laser and injectable aesthetic dermatology. Specializing in whole body health with customized approaches to Healthy Aging, BHRT, Nutritional analysis and Therapy, Medical Aesthetics and non-surgical rejuvenation treatments, Homeopathy, Herbology, Detoxification Programs, Medical Weight Loss for men & women. All ages; most insurance welcome. Set up your appointment today. See ad page 2.

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INTEGRATIVE HEALTH CLEAR SKY MEDICAL with Dr. Katia Meier. Board Certified in Anti-Aging Medicine and specialty trained in BioIdentical Hormone Therapy and Functional Medicine. See full listing under PHYSICIAN or see ad page 2.

SACRED UNITY HEALING Joanne Palladino Joanne@SacredUnityHealing.com 303-263-0679 SacredUnityHealing.com Awaken your mind, heal your body and enliven your soul. Your healing session includes a meaningful intuitive reading to help you expand perspectives about your life and choices; a channeled presence with vibrational sound & words to attune you to a love frequency; reiki energy healing to dissolve blocks and promote harmony; and self-awareness practices to shift old patterns so you can live more mindfully in the present. Come for a healing that touches and transforms all aspects of your being.

Dr Tracy Robinson 5400 Ward Rd, Bldg 1, Ste 100, Arvada 720-432-5376 OfficeCO@fireflynaturalhealth.com FireflyNaturalHealth.com Natural Medicine for glowing health from medically-trained Naturopathic Doctors. Areas of specialty include Women’s Health, Thyroid, Fatigue/low energy, and Gastrointestinal concerns (IBS, gas, bloating, etc) in addition to natural treatment of many other health concerns. Therapies include herbal medicine, homeopathy, diet & lifestyle, advanced specialty testing. Call today for an appointment or complimentary 15-minute consultation.

NUTRITION/NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING CLEAR SKY MEDICAL with Dr. Katia Meier and staff offers Certified Nutrition therapists, specializing in the food-brain connection, nutrition for cancer prevention, autoimmune diseases, food sensitivities/allergies, elimination diets and medically supervised weight loss. See listing under PHYSICIAN or see ad page 2.

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CRYSTAL CREEK THERAPEUTICS Suzie Fritz, LMT 1111 Washington Ave, Golden 720-934-8359 / 303-279-9787 Headaches, back pain or aching muscles? I am a licensed massage therapist trained in neuromuscular, deep tissue and shiatsu through the Boulder College of Massage. I specializing in treating chronic pain, sports-related injuries and stress and include essential oils in all sessions. Insurance accepted if applies. Golden location for 24 years. See ad page 27.

Feel and look your best with Dr Katia Meier, Board Certified Holistic MD specializing in whole body health for children and adults. Customized approaches to Healthy Aging, Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement therapy, Nutritional analysis and Therapy, Medical Aesthetics and non-surgical rejuvenation treatments, Homeopathy, Herbology, Naturopathic Medicine, Personalized Detoxification Programs, Medical Weight Loss for men and women. Treating all ages and most insurance welcomed. Make your appointment today. See ad page 2.

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PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT THE ASPEN PROGRAM FOR PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT Karen Fox, Ph.D., Director 7350 E Progress Place, I-25 & Belleview 303-942-0646 AspenProgram.com We are all psychic! Improve your innate psychic abilities for yourself or become a professional. Classes & Certificates. The “Clairs” - A Comprehensive Study; Aspen Psychic Apprenticeship; Build Your Psychic Skills shortcourse; Time Travel Hypnosis; Reiki Training. Register on-line at www.AspenProgram.com

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SHAMANIC SERVICES WOLFHEALS SHAMANIC SERVICES BJ BROWN, MSW, CIBP Shamanic Practitioner, Reiki Master, Body-Centered Psychotherapy In Boulder 303-808-4006 www.wolfheals.com Shamanism is an ancient, cross-cultural methodology, rooted in working directly with the helping, compassionate Spiritual realm, including nature and Earth wisdom. Shamanic practitioners help you to recognize a deeper sense of health, integrity and joy. Shamanic healing and other methods can benefit those who feel unwell on any level and support you in developing your own spiritual autonomy. It is my deep desire and commitment to assist those who have forgotten or lost their sense of passion and wholeness, or who no longer believe their essence and beauty is available to them. Retreats and long distance consultations also offered.

BODY MIND ENERGY CENTER Reece Leonetti 1221 S. Clarkson St. #205, Denver 720-276-6118 / reikireece@yahoo.com Bodymindenergyhealingcenter.com Find your life purpose; uncover the layers of post-traumatic stress from this and previous lifetimes. Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. It is administered by “laying on hands” and treats the whole person creating many beneficial effects that include relaxation and feelings of peace, security and wellbeing. Reiki Energy Healer Reece Leonetti, with 14 years experience, can help you rediscover your path with Reiki Sessions or Classes.

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SPIRITUAL HEALING/ COUNSELING LIVE YOUR KNOWING COUNSELING RENEE ELLIS, MA RMT Psychotherapy, Intuitive Counseling Past Life Therapy, Energy Healing, Classes Located in Central Denver 720-984-9575 Liveyourknowing.com Are you dealing with challenges in your relationships, career or health, loss of a loved one, or finding and following your life path? Renee specializes in helping women find the clarity, freedom and intuitive perspective to gracefully move through life transitions to a more joyful experience. She weaves traditional counseling techniques with intuitive abilities, energy healing, personalized Bach Flower Essence formulas and past life therapy without regression. Individual sessions, programs and classes. Free 30-minute consultation.

SPIRITUAL RETREAT & CONFERENCE CENTER SUNRISE RANCH 100 Sunrise Ranch Road, Loveland 970-679-4200 SunriseRanch.org Home for leaders & people who are committed to the spiritual regeneration of humanity. Our programs & events are meeting the evolving needs of our world and empower personal transformation. Concert venue & conference facilities for leadingedge organizations; opportunities to participate in our 350-acre organic farm and ranch; & connection with like-minded people in this multifaceted spiritual community. See the Calendar for events. See ad page 21.

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AWAKEN HIGHER BRAIN LIVING SE DENVER with Lucy Wirth 2696 S. Colorado Blvd, Ste 440, Denver 720-339-3990 Lucy@HigherBrainLivingUHills.com A New Brain…A New Beginning! Learn how to transform your brain and awaken to a lifetime of Joy, Passion and Confidence. This revolutionary and trans-formational system creates a surge of energy to the prefrontal cortex, releasing stress, fear and limiting beliefs, and allows for the discovery of a life filled with new possibilities. This physiological change in the Brain has been the missing link! Call me or email today to learn how you can achieve the Life of Your Dreams! Join me any Thursday between 11:30am-6pm for a free informational consultation (appointment required).

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