Natural Awakenings - Space & Treasure Coast Edition – April 2024

HALOTHERAPY

Halotherapy, also known as dry Salt Therapy, is a holistic approach that may eliminate the root of inflammatory respiratory illnesses by destroying bacteria and restoring health and immunity.

KSAra GUIDED MEDITATION

Dry salt therapy layered with guided meditation coming together as one for next level relaxation, better breathing, and reduction of stress and anxiety.

INFRARED THERAPY

Feel relaxed and rested. Benefits include better sleep, detoxification, weight loss, relief from joint pain and sore muscles, clearer and tighter skin, improved appearance of cellulite, and improved circulation.

360 ZERO GRAVITY FULL BODY MASSAGE CHAIRS

Full Body Massage (including calf, feet, back, thighs, etc.), Body Type Detection, Health Detection System, Heat, Negative Ion Purification System, and Surround Sound for Meditation. Can be paired with Medical Grade Chromotherapy.

RED LIGHT THERAPY

Red light benefits skin texture and tone, smoothing fine lines and wrinkles, promoting collagen production, and generally rejuvenating the appearance of skin and hair.

WELLNESS CONSULTATION

CHROMOTHERAPY

This color light therapy restores balance to the body by applying color. Each color is associated with a different bodily response. Improves circulation, regulates mood and relieves Seasonal Affective Disorder, relieves pain, decreases inflammation, and accelerates healing.

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Create Your Own Dream Team

This year has brought our family a number of unexpected health challenges. From ER visits to emergency surgeries, I’ve had to stay on my toes when making health care choices. In addition to navigating choices for the patient, being the care giver has an impact that is easy to ignore for a time, but the stress accumulates. Leaning on my support team of practitioners and their recommendations has been invaluable. I reached out for massage and energy healing and stayed attentive to nutrition and exercise.

This issue marks our 23rd publishing anniversary. Through Natural Awakenings, I’ve been blessed to learn from some of the best in their chosen health and wellness field. My family relies on these practitioners to maintain our health. Our functional medical doctor is our foundation, and our team also consists of an osteopath, herbalist, massage therapist, and energy healer. Of course, finding trusted sources for our wellness products rounds out the optimum wellness approach.

We designed this special annual guide to provide you resources to build your own wellness dream team. We recommend you keep this issue year-round for reference. It includes an extensive directory and a wide array of wellness profiles. Our community is blessed with talented wellness professionals to help you with your personal health goals. Get to know some of them listed in the dream team roster starting on page 22. Be sure to bookmark this resource online at DreamTeam. my-NA.com for easy access. And enjoy a new book by a local author spotlighted in our Natural Library [page 31].

Our April theme explores how every traveler can make a difference not only for the Earth but for the local communities they visit [page 40]. Embark on a healthy eating journey empowered to make choices aligned with your values and priorities when selecting food products [page 46]. Understand the challenges and solutions for single-use plastics [page 50]. Plus, learn how traditional and complementary interventions can help Parkinson’s patients [page 52].

Throughout this issue, you will find a wealth of expertise and guidance by calling on our advertisers. We hope you enjoy this resource and that it enhances your wellness journey.

Here’s to a healthy mind, body, spirit and planet!

Kris Urquhart, Publisher

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Natural Living Directory

Acupuncture

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Acupuncture, Cosmetic Acupuncture, Micro Needling, LED Therapy, Herbal Therapy, Homeopathic Therapy, Vitamin Injection Therapy, Cupping, Massage and Nutrition. Michelle Connell, AP, DOM, can help you overcome pain and balance your body to maintain health.

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Aloe Products

THE ALOE VERA COMPANY

Linda French

Port St. Lucie, 954-821-3880

TheeAloeQueen.flp.com

Natural ALOE-based products: including skin & personal care items. Drinking aloe supports healthy digestion and absorption, immune system, energy levels.  No preservatives.  Vegan/vegetarian-friendly and gluten-free.

Alternative Healing

CARE NATURAL WELLNESS CENTER

Brian P. Walsh, DC 1051 Eber Blvd, Ste 102 Melbourne, 321-728-1387

CareWellnessFL.com

Natural healthcare for all ages including Designed Clinical Nutrition using Nutrition Response Testing, ChiroThin Doctor Supervised Weight Loss Program, Chiropractic Care, PEMF Therapy, CranioSacral Therapy, thermography, massage services, homeopathics and other natural products. See ad, page 37.

CELLSONIC SESSIONS

Stuart Health and Healing

Debbie Swain, 305-342-9559

StuartHealthandHealing.com

Unleash the ultimate power of frequency healing directly on your body. Experience unparalleled restoration as Cellsonic targets scar tissue and calcification, revitalizing your tissues for optimal health.

CHRISTOPHER ALLISON, DOM, AP

Joanne’s Nutrition World

101 N. US 1, Ste 118 & 120 Ft. Pierce, 772-464-3598

Metabolic efficiency helps bring body, mind, and spiritual wellness. Chris uses Menla full-body and EEG Brain Scans to bring balance. Look and feel great again.

NON-SURGICAL BODYWORK

Stuart Health and Healing

Debbie Swain, 305-342-9559

StuartHealthandHealing.com

An unparalleled bodywork approach. Addressing acute and chronic muscular and skeletal issues, along with internal scar tissue from inflammation and surgeries, using the most advanced solution available.

Angel Intuitive

KARIN MAYNARD EBERLY

Angel Intuitive, Angel Reiki Crystal therapy and Coach 561-320-7581

TheUniversesEdge.com

Certified Angel Guide. Allow the Angels to assist your personal development through intuitive readings and Angel Reiki Crystal sessions. Private and Corporate Events. Phone, online or in-person. See ad, page 61.

Angelology

BETH VARGAS HEALING, LLC

Online, phone & in-person Vero Beach, 772-538-6211

BethVargasHealing.com

Certified Angelologist offering Angel Readings and healing sessions to align you with your divinity. Courses that teach how to access the Angelic Realm and more.

Animal Chiropractic

TREASURE COAST ANIMAL REHAB & FITNESS

Michele Morissette DC, CAC Vero Beach, 772-492-6066

TCAnimalRehab.com

Chiropractic care for pets can help restore range of motion in the spine and joints, which can improve the function of body systems and mobility.

Animal Fitness & Wellness

TREASURE COAST ANIMAL REHAB & FITNESS

Amber Lewis, DVM, CCRT Vero Beach, 772-492-6066

TCAnimalRehab.com

We provide an integrative approach to pet wellness, from food consultations, puppy/senior/feline fitness programs, senile pet programs, massage and more.

Anti-Aging

LISTEN, TRUST & OBEY, LLC

Kevin K. Spooner, MGN/MBR Sebastian, 912-659-0033

NanoBreakThrough.info

GLUTATHIONE the protector and detoxifier of the cell. It’s critical to the life, health, performance and longevity of every human cell. NUTRISWISH Delivers Daily! See ad, page 69.

Appraisals

RELENTLESS PUBLIC ADJUSTING & APPRAISAL

Cindy Dycus-Bootier Lic#: P236642 321-830-2841

RelentlessPA.com

Offering disinterested appraisers who provide expert inspections to create estimates, and photo packages to document and represent during the appraisal negotiation process. See ad, page 49.

THIS IS A SOLICITATION FOR BUSINESS. IF YOU HAVE HAD A CLAIM FOR AN INSURED PROPERTY LOSS OR DAMAGE AND YOU ARE SATISFIED WITH THE PAYMENT BY YOUR INSURER, YOU MAY DISREGARD THIS ADVERTISEMENT.

Artwork: Eco-friendly

RIGAMAROLL ART

Upcycled Magscapes

Rockledge

Facebook.com/rigamarollart

Creativity meets sustainability. Discarded materials transformed into unique, one-of-kind designs. Contact on Facebook, visit at local events for conversation-starting treasures. Custom and corporate orders welcome.

Ayurveda

HEALING ELEMENTS AYURVEDA

1290 Highway A1A, Ste 102

Satellite Beach, @HealingElementsAyurveda

HealingElementsAyurveda@gmail.com

NAMA Certified Ayurvedic Doctor. Ayurvedic Consultations. Individualized Wellness Programs. Traditional Ayurvedic Bodywork & Massage. Panchakarma Detox Guidance. Ayurvedic Herbal Apothecary & Proprietary Wellness Products. Trainings & Education.(MA83585, MM38566)

Bakery: Vegan & Gluten-Free

VEGAN MARIO’S

Vero Beach, 805-500-3287

Mario@VeganMario.com

VeganMario.com

ALL Gluten-FREE, ALL Vegan. Made with certified organic ingredients. Award-winning sourdough bread and starter kits, GF baguettes, probiotic cashew cheezes, pancake, waffle and pizza mix! Visit VeganMario.com/ markets to find us.

Botanical Gardens

PORT ST. LUCIE

BOTANICAL GARDENS

2410 SE Westmoreland Blvd. Port St. Lucie, 772-337-1959

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Surround yourself in the peace and beauty of nature. Bamboo, bromeliad, butterfly, succulent, orchid, native plant gardens and more. Perfect venue for weddings or your next event.

Breast Health

THERMOGRAPHY OF BREVARD

Melbourne, Merritt Island, Vero Beach, Fort Pierce 321-312-0363

ThermographyofBrevard.com

Thermography detects physiological, metabolic, and vascular changes in the breast tissue that can indicate your risk for developing pathology and disease. This knowledge helps prevent breast disease. See ad, page 48.

Cancer Services

CANCER CARE CENTERS OF BREVARD

Brevard County

CancerCareBrevard.com

We provide national level clinical trials and oncology care in Brevard County.  Patient care from diagnosis, through treatment and into recovery at multiple locations. Check our website to find a location near you.

Children’s Health

CHILDREN’S HEALTHCARE OF BREVARD

Margaret Witzleb, MSN, ARNP

2351 W. Eau Gallie Blvd, Ste 4 Melbourne, 321-775-0477

AFFORDABLE, QUALITY pediatric health care offering both alternative and traditional choices for your child’s health, regardless of immunization or insurance status. Homebirthed infants welcome!

CLAIRE STAGG, DDS, MS, FAACP, PA

2120 Highway A1A

Indian Harbour Beach, 321-777-2797

SmileProfessionals.com

Emphasis on resolution of children’s craniofacial, airway/ sleep breathing disorders, ADHD and behavioral issues through oral appliance therapy and C02 lasers. We promote proper tongue positioning. Author of “Captain IFBI” encouraging good oral hygiene habits. See ad, page 71.

RUTH M. RODRIGUEZ, DO

Natural Solutions with Dr. Ruth 321-351-4516

NaturalSolutionsWithDrRuth.com/ connect

Dr. Ruth Rodriguez, board-certified Osteopathic Pediatrician conducts pediatric consultations with parents through phone or zoom calls. Well-child concierge yearly membership and tele-medicine like sick-child consultations also available.

Chiropractic

ATLANTIC WAY CHIROPRACTIC

Leslie Ryan, DC

Alberto Rodriguez, DC

20 E Melbourne Ave, Ste 103A Melbourne, 321-400-6282

AtlanticWayChiro.com

Whole family wellness and chiropractic care, with a focus on pediatric and prenatal wellness, functional movement, and athletic performance. Manual adjusting techniques, activator, muscle release and KT tape.

CARE NATURAL WELLNESS CENTER

Brian P. Walsh, DC 1051 Eber Blvd, Ste 102 Melbourne, 321-728-1387

CareWellnessFL.com

Natural healthcare for all ages including Designed Clinical Nutrition using Nutrition Response Testing, ChiroThin Doctor Supervised Weight Loss Program, Chiropractic Care, PEMF Therapy, CranioSacral Therapy, thermography, massage services, homeopathics and other natural products. See ad, page 37.

CLOW CHIROPRACTIC

145 Palm Bay Rd NE, Ste 120 West Melbourne, 321-725-8778

ClowChiropractic.com

Clow Chiropractic has been providing a full spectrum of natural healthcare for over 38 years. Services include chiropractic adjustments, nutritional support, functional medicine, massage (MM2166), physiotherapy, and rehab.

DR. DANIEL L. SICKELS, D.C.

Sickels Clinic of Chiropractic Inc.

1980 N. Atlantic Ave. Ste. 330 Cocoa Beach, 321-783-9400

SickelsClinic.com

Effectively treating the” Cause” not the Symptom. Wellness Care for all ages with proven results through Full Spine adjustments. Automobile accident injuries. Custom-fitted orthotics. Knowledgeable, Gentle, Affordable.

DR. HAIG JOHN

Your Family Chiropractor

520 E. New Haven Ave

Melbourne, 321-722-5846

7720 N Wickham Rd, #103

Melbourne, 321-622-4832

InnateChiroCenter.com

Exceptional Chiropractic Experience for Newborns, Pregnant Moms and Families: Websters Technique, Low-back pain, Advanced Infant Cranial Adjusting, Colic, Earaches, Infant Constipation and much more. See ad, page 39.

THE HEALTHY FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC & MASSAGE

5200 Babcock St NE Suite 400A Palm Bay, 321-328-0056

TheHealthyFamilyChiro.com

We offer comprehensive care for your family including corrective, pregnancy, pediatric, auto accident, and athlete care. Experience tailored treatments for optimal health and well-being.

Coaching: Nutrition

JOANNE SEEGER, OWNER

Joanne’s Nutrition World

101 N US 1, Ste 118 & 120

Ft. Pierce, 772-464-3598

Joanne guides clients in achieving healthy lifestyle goals, one step at a time. Her advanced listening skills and vast knowledge are key to lasting results.

Colon Hydrotherapy

CANDICE KLEIN GORDON, M.ED., LMT

Melbourne, 321-480-8654

HappyColons.com

Candice@HappyColons.com

CHOOSE HEALTH!  Colon health management through irrigation and hydration since 1988, using a closed system with purified water in a safe, professional environment. (MA8163)

Craniosacral Therapy

ALISON WAHLSTEDT, LMT

1600 W Eau Gallie Blvd Ste 205-E, Melbourne

5200 Babcock St NE Ste 405-A, Palm Bay

321-328-0056, TropicalReiki.com

Gentle touch! Release restrictions and improve function of the central nervous system.  Shown to help with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD, migraines, TMJ, autism, and more. (MA103645)

ANN HOLLENBECK, LMT

Solle Naturals Specialist

772-633-7521

VeroPuraVida.com

CST palpates the flow of cerebral spinal fluid which surrounds and nourishes the brain, releasing restrictions, and allowing the body to remember a deeper level of function. (MA13364)

Cruises

AIR LAND & SEA TRAVEL AGENCY, INC.

150 Cocoa Isles Blvd, Ste. 101 Cocoa Beach, 321-783-4900

ALS-Travel.com

We have been your professional travel vacation specialist since 1994, providing convenient inperson expert service and firsthand knowledge to help you make the right travel decisions.

Crystals & Gemstones

CREATIVE ENERGY ENCHANTED GIFTS FOR THE MIND, BODY AND SOUL

780 W. New Haven Ave Melbourne, 321-952-6789

Info@CreativeEnergyFL.com

Facebook.com/CreativeEnergyFL

We offer a wide variety of divination tools to enhance your Spiritual Journey including Crystals, gemstones, jewelry, singing bowls, books, tarot, candles, salt lamps, sage, incense, oils, statuary, altar items & much more! Curbside pickup, shipping, and phone orders available.

SPARK OF DIVINE, LLC METAPHYSICAL SHOP AND HEALING CENTER

1789 Old Dixie Highway Vero Beach, 772-257-6499

SparkofDivine.com

Spark carries a large array of beautiful crystals & gemstones. From crystal tumbles to large towers and spheres. Also, unique jewelry for everyone.

Currency Exchange

AIR LAND & SEA TRAVEL AGENCY, INC.

150 Cocoa Isles Blvd, Ste. 101 Cocoa Beach, 321-783-4900

ALS-Travel.com

Brevard’s only currency exchange location.  All foreign monies in circulation available within 1-2 days business days.  Also exchanging foreign currency to USD.

Dating REVOLUTION DATING

Kelly Leary, M.S. Clinical Psychology

5090 PGA Blvd, Ste 208, Palm Beach Gardens

561-630-XOXO (9696)

772-932-HERE (4373)

RevolutionDating.com

Attention: Single, divorced, and widowed readers! This award-winning matchmaking firm has 31 years of experience bringing quality singles together. Their clientele ranges from young professionals to seniors from South Florida through the Treasure Coast. If you would like to find love offline — call today to book your private consultation.

Dentistry

SMILE DESIGN AND WELLNESS CENTER

Dr. Chris Edwards

Dr. Rob Brown

Dr. Haley Freymiller

Viera, 321-751-7775

SDICFL.com

Innovative, comprehensive, bio-logic dentistry. Mercury safe removal, high tech office, low radiation digital x-rays. Lasers-no shot, no drill. Ozone therapy. See ad, page 35.

CLAIRE STAGG, DDS, MS, FAACP, PA

Comprehensive Mercury Free Dental Care

for the Whole Family

Indian Harbour Beach, 321-777-2797

SmileProfessionals.com

By connecting the whole person, we can provide Dental & Oral Solutions for Medical Conditions. We grow airways, beautiful and youthful faces for all ages via non-surgical / extraction-free alternatives. We offer many laser and appliance therapy options for TMJ Disorders, snoring & Sleep Breathing Disorders. See ad, page 71.

Energy Healing

CORNELIA GILBERT LLC

321-504-8188

CorneliaGilbert.com

Providing individualized transformative healing modalities, Cornelia is a Usui/Reiki Master, and Soul Realignment® Practitioner focusing on balancing mind/body/soul. Schedule your first FREE consultation.

JENN KNOWS WELLNESS, JENNIFER HODGSON, RN, HNB-BC, CCAP

602-A Brevard Ave.

Cocoa, 201-602-4616

JennKnowsWellness.com

Tired of stress, overwhelm and chronic pain? A holistic approach is what you need to feel better fast.  Offering Acupressure, Reiki, Aromatherapy and Wellness Coaching. (RN9646364)

LAURA SCOTT

HOLISTIC HEALING

126 North Orlando Ave, Ste D Cocoa Beach, 321-698-7807

LauraScottHealing.com

Experience deeper levels of soul-healing by going within. Laura uses a combination of somatic therapy, reiki, sound therapy and massage customized to your needs. (MA99670)

SPARK OF DIVINE, LLC

METAPHYSICAL SHOP AND HEALING CENTER

1789 Old Dixie Highway

Vero Beach, 772-257-6499

SparkofDivine.com

Spark specializes in Reiki, shamanic, chakra, sound healing, light language, past life regressions and more. Healers available everyday, healing classes and events all week.

Energy Medicine

NATIVE BUNDLE ENERGY MEDICINE

1707 Elm Street

Rockledge, 321-432-0694

NativeBundle.com

Change your Energy, Change your Life. Online or In-Person Sessions. Peruvian Inca trained Medicine Woman and Celestial Star Light Healing Channel to Heal the Root of the Issue.

Essential Oils

dōTERRA

Alisha Connor

Melbourne, 321-426-5392

My.doterra.com/AlishaConnor

Essential Oils used are based on individual’s needs. Benefits include better rest, more vitality, mental clarity, increased mobility, and balanced hormone systems. Private/ group appointments available.

YOUNG LIVING

Terra Smith

812-595-2127

TerraDelynnSmith.com

Discover the transformative power of therapeutic-grade essential oils, offering both emotional and physical benefits. Receive personalized care plans tailored to your unique needs.

Expos & Events

MYSTIC FAIRES

Melbourne

239-949-3387

MysticFaires.com

Two-day events scheduled annually in Melbourne, Naples, Orlando, and Sarasota hosting a variety of vendors, psychics, healers, light workers, alternative health practitioners, and lectures.

Eye & Vision Care

SYLVIE MORIN, DOM

1727 N. Atlantic Ave

Cocoa Beach, 321-785-3330

NaturalHelpForEyes.com

MicroAcupuncture48 is known to help with: Dry Eye, Cataract, Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinitis Pigmentosa, Eye Stroke/Occlusions and more. Schedule your complimentary consultation!

Facials & Skin Care

HARMONY HOLISTIC SKIN SPA

264 N Grove St

Merritt Island, 321-375-4397

HarmonyHolisticSkinSpa.com

Holistic skincare using slow-crafted raw whole plant-based products. Offering a unique blend of holistic and modern modalities including Gua Sha and Qi Beauty™.

MASSAGES WITH PURPOSE AND SKIN CARE

Melbourne/Palm Bay

321-480-9986

MassagesWithPurpose.com

Specialized Master Esthetician offering Luxurious skincare pampering that makes a difference: Gua Sha Lymphatics, Brightening, Resurfacing, Blemish cleansing, Microneedling, Microcurrent Face-Lifts, Dermaplaning, and Anti-Aging Organic and Clinical Lifts & Peels. You deserve to look younger and feel rejuvenated!

Farmers Markets

FARMERS MARKET GUIDE

Space & Treasure Coast

FarmersMarket.my-na.com

Find a Farmer’s Market near you in the Natural Awakenings Farmers Market Guide. Support your health and community by shopping locally. Bookmark the web page for easy access.

Farms: Local & Organic

FLORIDA FIELDS TO FORKS, CSA

1200 Corey Rd

Malabar, 321-229-5288

FloridaFieldsToForks.com

A local CSA farm, offering beyond organically raised grass-fed/grass-finished Angus beef, Berkshire pork, Katahdin lamb, chicken eggs, raw cow and goat milk, vegetables, and more.

Fertility Treatments

HEALTHY HEALING

ACUPUNCTURE & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

1395 N. Courtenay Pkwy, Ste 202

Merritt Island, 321-252-3720

HealthyHealingClinic.com

Acupuncture for infertility is a highly successful alternative treatment for those trying to get pregnant by improving the ovarian function, sperm quality and balancing the hormones. Acupuncture provides support at all stages of IVF and IUI procedures.

Food: Healthy Grab & Go

SUNSEED FOOD CO-OP

6615 N. Atlantic Ave (A1A)

Cape Canaveral, 321-784-0930

SunseedFoodCoop.com

Community-owned, Not-for-Profit Co-op founded in 1974. Largest selection of vitamins & herbs in Brevard. Organic produce and much more. Open Mon-Sat 9-7 & Sun 10-6.

Frequency Healing

CELLSONIC SESSIONS

Stuart Health and Healing

Debbie Swain, 305-342-9559

StuartHealthandHealing.com

Revolutionary Cellsonic breaks down cesarean and athletic scar tissue for smoother and faster healing.

THE FREQUENCY CONNECTION

Lesley Brindley

321-302-6688

TheFrequencyConnection.com

Balancing frequencies within the body that address low energy, stress, toxicity, pain, emotional traumas, chronic and acute stressors and more. Visit website to schedule your free stress evaluation!

Functional Medicine

HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE OF BREVARD

Clinics in Viera & Titusville, 321-757-6899

Fully Integrated Primary Care & Wellness

HolisticPrimaryCareBrevard.com

Personalized health care treatments evaluating a patient’s history, genetics, environment, and lifestyle. Utilizing nutritional therapy, exercise, supplements, hormone therapy, and natural treatments over drugs or surgery. Insurance accepted. See ad, page 5.

Halo (Salt) Therapy

HALOTHERAPY AND WELLNESS RENEWAL STUDIO

96 Willard Street, Studio 203

Cocoa, 321-305-4510

HalotherapyStudio.com

Admin@HalotherapyStudio.com

Experience Halotherapy, Infrared Sauna, Red Light Therapy, Professional Chromotherapy, and 360 Body Chair Massages, to help with inflammation, respiratory, and restoration of health and immunity. See ad, page 2.

Health Food

HEALTHFULLY YOURS

961 SE Federal Hwy

Stuart, 772-283-7211

HealthfullyYours.com

Juice bar, fresh organic produce, freshly ground nut butters, home-grown wheat grass, organic wines, supplements, local honey and chocolate and much more. Helpful, knowledgeable staff.

NUTRITION SMART

464 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd

Port St Lucie, 772 323-2222

NutritionSmart.com

Your neighborhood natural organic grocery, vitamins, and juice bar. Committed to providing the community with products necessary for a healthy lifestyle. Free weekly in-store classes.

ORGANIC FOOD CENTER

862 N. Miramar Ave

Indialantic, 321-724-2383

OrganicFoodCenter.com

Natural & Organic grocery with wide selection of vitamins and supplements. Organic café with fresh wheat grass, vegetable juices and smoothies, vegan and gluten-free soups, sandwiches and salads.

PARADISE HEALTH & NUTRITION

Suntree, 321-242-6040

West Melbourne, 321-722-1440

Palm Bay, 321-729-8311

ParadiseHealthDirect.tflmag.com

Organic and allergy-friendly groceries, fresh produce, bulk foods, all-natural supplements, organic smoothies, power bowls, organic wines and gluten-free/specialty beers. Knowledgeable staff on-hand ready to assist.

PEGGY’S NATURAL FOODS

10471 SE Federal Hwy

Hobe Sound, 772-286-1401

PeggysNaturalFoods.com

Great selection of organic foods and supplements. Peggy’s Brand Vitamins, Supplements and Herbals in-store or online. Drive thru pickup and area delivery available.

SUNSEED FOOD CO-OP

6615 N. Atlantic Ave (A1A)

Cape Canaveral, 321-784-0930

SunseedFoodCoop.com

Community-owned, Notfor-Profit Co-op founded in 1974. Largest selection of vitamins & herbs in Brevard. Organic produce and much more. Open Mon-Sat 9-7 & Sun 10-6.

SUNSHINE HEALTH FOOD & WELLNESS CENTER

2916 S. Washington Ave

Titusville, 321-269-4848

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Providing nutritional health counseling in a truly holistic fashion by offering massage, cholesterol testing, foot detox, essential oils, blood typing along with vitamins, minerals, herbs, homeopathics and natural foods.

Health & Nutrition Stores

JOANNE’S NUTRITION WORLD

Joanne Seeger, 101 N US 1, Ste 118 & 120

Ft. Pierce, 772-464-3598

Everything for a healthy lifestyle under one roof. Vitamins, supplements, skincare, essential oils, infrared sauna, massage, PEMF therapy, ion foot cleanse, individual counseling and more.

Health & Wellness Products

JANET BRUNE

JMJ Medical, LLC

239-216-1123

JAKLuxuryWellness.org

My company has brilliantly compounded an Elixir which is taking people beyond their Health and Wellness obstacles. It helps increase energy, improve gut health, cognitive health, weight management, pain management, and. helps maintain aesthetic procedures.

Herbalists

HERBAL COTTAGE

12 N Brevard Ave

Cocoa Beach, 321-613-3755

Herbal-Cottage.com

Gift and specialty herb shop offering herbal consultations, custom formulas, handcrafted herbal products, olive oils & vinegars, tinctures, essential oils, local honey and beeswax candles.

HERBS & OWLS

Gina Kearney RH (AHG), Clinical Herbalist

725 N. Hwy. A1A, D-103 Jupiter, 561-768-9005

HerbsAndOwls.com

Offering Private Herbal Consults, Flower Essence Therapy and Herbal & Shamanism classes. Visit our Herb Shop with 200+ herbs, barks, flowers & roots plus, tinctures, oils, crystals & more! See ad, page 57.

MAMA JO’S SUNSHINE HERBALS

1300 Pinetree Drive, Ste 3

Indian Harbour Beach, 321-779-4647

Enjoy a cup of complementary tea in the relaxing atmosphere of herbs and handmade herbal delights. Bulk Herbs, Handmade Products, Consultations, Classes, and Supplies. Teas, tinctures, lotions, soaps, facial products, salves, and more. See ad, page 53.

THE HERB CORNER

277 N. Babcock St

Melbourne, 321-757-7522

HerbCorner.net

Bulk Herbs, Herbal Certification Course and other herbal classes. Essential oils, handmade salves and lotions, customized herbal blends and private consultations. See ad, page 32.

Herbs & Supplements

SUNSEED FOOD CO-OP

6615 N. Atlantic Ave (A1A)

Cape Canaveral, 321-784-0930

SunseedFoodCoop.com

Community-owned, Not-for-Profit Co-op founded in 1974. Largest selection of vitamins & herbs in Brevard. Organic produce and much more. Open Mon-Sat 9-7 & Sun 10-6.

Holistic Lifestyle Community

DIVINE SOUL WELLNESS

2818 SW Port St Lucie Blvd Port St Lucie, 954-646-4374

DivineSoulWellness@gmail.com

Divine Healing, Wellness Education, Meditation, Reiki Circles, Mindful Yoga, Soundbath Healing, Crystals, Chakra Balancing, Local Jewelry, Art, Candles & Soaps, USDA Organic CBD. Available for private events.

Holistic Primary Care

HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE OF BREVARD

Clinics in Viera & Titusville, 321-757-6899

Fully Integrated

Primary Care & Wellness

HolisticPrimaryCareBrevard.com

Fully integrated Primary Care and Family Practiceinjury and illness, chronic disease, anti-aging, functional medicine, physical therapy, chiropractic and more. Same-day sick appointments. Insurance accepted. See ad, page 5.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

BEACHSIDE HYPERBARIC AND

BODYWORK

476 Hwy A1A Ste. 4A

Satellite Beach, 321-977-4509

BeachsideHyperbaric.com

Boost oxygen levels over 300%! Hyperbaric Therapy can help heart, stroke, chemotherapy recovery, autism, addiction, tendonitis, sports injuries, auto-immune disease & more. Specialty bodywork & Graston! (MA101240, MM44507) See ad, page 45.

Hypnosis

LORI BURKE HYPNOTHERAPY LLC

Lori Burke, Cert. Clinical Hypnotherapist Viera, 321-652-1039

LoriBurkeHypnosis.com

Start Living a Life You Love! Free yourself from hostility, fears, resentment; Overcome limiting thoughts and behaviors; Adopt healthy habits; Improve relationships. (IAIH Certified CHt/CCHt/CTHt #7596890).

ELIZABETH L CAMPBELL, BCH

CI, MNLP, CTH

Stuart, 772-215-2985

Elizabeth@TranceformU.com

Combining the best of Hypnosis, NeuroLinguistics (NLP) and ThetaHealing to create rapid and lasting changes at the subconscious level. Results appear in body, mind, and spirit. From small concerns to serious trauma, from motivation to spirituality, subconscious changes positively affect all aspects of life. Telehealth services only. In Stuart since 2003.

Insurance Claim Management

RELENTLESS PUBLIC ADJUSTING & APPRAISAL

Cindy Dycus-Bootier Lic#: P236642

321-830-2841

RelentlessPA.com

We provide a comprehensive assessment of property insurance claims, personalized attention, expert negotiations, and maximum settlements to protect and preserve your property investment. See ad, page 49.

THIS IS A SOLICITATION FOR BUSINESS. IF YOU HAVE HAD A CLAIM FOR AN INSURED PROPERTY LOSS OR DAMAGE AND YOU ARE SATISFIED WITH THE PAYMENT BY YOUR INSURER, YOU MAY DISREGARD THIS ADVERTISEMENT.

Integrative Medicine

MELISSA DEAN, MD

Dean Wellness Institute

Premiere Center for Regenerative Medicine

Vero Beach, 772-567-1500

Age Management, Weight Loss, Preventative Medicine, Andropause, Bioidentical Hormone Replacement, Lifestyle Management, Vitamin Evaluation, Nutrition and many other integrative therapies. See ad, back cover.

DEBORAH A. DEMARTA, MD, FACS, FAARFM

Institute of Health & Wellness 218 SW Atlanta Ave Stuart, 772-539-9556

InstituteHealthWellness.com

Anti-Aging, Functional and Regenerative Medicine. Colorectal Surgery and Functional GI, hormone replacement, food allergy and nutritional testing, IV vitamin therapy, heavy metals testing, medical aesthetics, THERMIva vaginal rejuvenation, ThermiSmooth skin tightening, HALO skin resurfacing, BBL BroadBand Light skin therapy, laser hair removal, Botox and fillers, skin care, weight loss. See ad, page 65.

RADIANTLY HEALTHY MD

Lisa Johnson, PA-C 417 Fifth Ave, Ste 101 A

Indialantic, 321-806-7436

Physician Assistant offering Integrative Medicine solutions combining traditional and natural options. Featuring treatment for Healthy Aging, Bioidentical Hormones, ADHD, Menopause, Andropause, Diabetes, Thyroid, GI Issues, Food Sensitivities, Autoimmune Disorders and much more. See ad, page 57.

RADIANTLY HEALTHY MD

Rebecca Hunton, MD 417 Fifth Ave, Ste 101 A

Indialantic, 321-806-7436

DrHunton.com

Are you Radiantly Healthy? We offer Integrative/Functional Medicine solutions to address health challenges and healthy aging! We combine both traditional and natural options including medical marijuana certification. See ad, page 57.

YALE (Yoel) R. SMITH, MD, DABA, BCASI, AFAAFM, BCABARM

Center for Anti-Aging Aesthetic and Rejuvenation Medicine

Viera, 321-421-7111

AntiAgingIM.com

Hypertension, diabetes, mold/ Lyme, sleep issues, hypothyroidism, erectile dysfunction, heart attack prevention, autoimmune diseases, chronic fatigue, food allergies, congestive heart failure, G.I. issues and more. See ads, page 33.

Intuitive Energy Healing

BETH VARGAS HEALING, LLC

Online, phone & in-person

Vero Beach, 772-538-6211

BethVargasHealing.com

Allows Divine healing to flow through using many different modalities as needed. Modalities include/not limited to: Reiki, Angels, Shamanic practices, Sound vibrations, development mentoring, and more.

IV Therapy

NOMADIC IV HYDRATION

Mobile Services

321-225-9300

NomadicIVHydration.com

Nurses provide IV vitamins and minerals. Assist with hydration, nausea, migraine and weight loss (GLP-1 Peptide).  All under the care of our Medical Director.  Health & Wellness at your doorstep!

RADIANTLY HEALTHY

DRIP LOUNGE

150 Fifth Ave, Ste B

Indialantic, 321-243-1859

rh-md.com/drip-lounge

Delivering vital nutrients, IV Therapy benefits people with Chronic Fatigue, Depression, Migraines/ Tension Headaches, Allergies, IBS, Cardiovascular Disease, Autoimmune Disease, Athletic Recovery, Viral/Bacterial Infections, and Common Cold/Flu. See ad, page 57.

THE DRIPBaR

6375 N. Wickham Road, Ste 101

Melbourne, 321-465-7986

TheDripBar.com

Offering 18 Lifestyle IV drips such as time machine, powerpack and flu fighter. Health support drips like High C and chelation. 797 USP compliant compounding on-site. Also featuring Food Inflammation Testing, red light therapy and halo infrared sauna. See ad, page 45.

Life Coaches

LIVING ABOVE THE ORDINARY

Donna McGoff, M.S., Life Coach

Jensen Beach, 401-662-2707

LivingAboveTheOrdinary.com

It’s my passion helping women break up with the past after divorce by creating a relationship of believing, building, becoming their vision for the future.

TERRI GELMAN

Certified Life Coach & Intuitive Psychic Reader

GelmanTerri@gmail.com

By appointment: 321-704-0844

Terri uses her intuitive psychic abilities combined with her life coaching tools and techniques. Guidance for life directions, relationships, careers, friendships, family, or life skills.

Lymphatic Drainage Therapy

ANN HOLLENBECK, LMT

Solle Naturals Specialist

772-633-7521

VeroPuraVida.com

Incorporates a gentle slow technique to flush toxins and excess fluids that cause inflammation, while increasing lymphatic circulation 10X! Enhancing immune defense and healing process. (MA13364)

MASSAGES WITH PURPOSE AND SKIN CARE

Melbourne/Palm Bay

321-480-9986

MassagesWithPurpose.com

Advanced Therapist serving Brevard County for 10+ years with Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapy; a gentle technique for treating lymphedema, post-surgical swelling & scaring, detoxification, edema reduction, and more. Also offering Ultrasonic Cavitation Sculpting to smooth troubled areas. (MA75423) 15 April 2024

Lymphatic Drainage Therapy

SANDALWOOD MASSAGE & BODYWORK BY JANE

Viera, Sandalwood.GlossGenius.com

Vero Beach, JaneCoyne.GlossGenius.com 772-779-1137

My passion is helping my clients find balance - in mind and body. Massage can reduce pain, muscle tension and stress, increase circulation and much more. (MA97795) See ad, page 47.

Massage Therapy

BOWEN AND THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

Debra Keathley, LMT

Vero Beach, 772-633-8284

DebraKeathley.ABMP.com

Reduce stress, relieve pain with manual therapy that restores the body’s own healing mechanism. (MA44802, MM17473)

JOANNE’S NUTRITION WORLD

Marianne O’Rourke, LMT

101 N US 1, Ste 118 &120 Ft. Pierce, 772-464-3598

Relax and rejuvenate. With over 30 years’ experience Marianne uses multiple techniques to relieve neck and shoulder aches, low back discomfort, sciatic, stress and more. (MA16363, MM41822)

MASSAGES WITH PURPOSE AND SKIN CARE

Melbourne/Palm Bay

321-480-9986

MassagesWithPurpose.com

Advanced Integrative Therapists offering: Craniosacral Therapy, Lymphatic Drainage Therapy, Ultrasonic Cavitation Sculpting, MicroCurrent Pain Management, Gentle Scar Release, Thai Foot Massage, Reflexology, Medical Massage, Therapeutic Stretching, and Prenatal Massage; Helping clients transition towards a better life. (MM35261)

ORDINARY TO EXTRAORDINARY LIFE, EILEEN BILD, LMT

602-A Brevard Ave.

Cocoa, 904-316-2462

OtelUniverse.com/massage-therapy

Mind/Body/Spirit Balance: massage, energy work, detox, coaching Specialties: Neck/Shoulders, Sciatica, Back, Headache/Migraines, Sports.  FREE seminars, classes, birthday discount, weekly specials, gift certificates. New client rate, and packages. (MA66647, MM33434)

PATRICIA H. KRAUSE, LMT, CVSMT

Universal Energy Massage

602-A Brevard Ave.

Cocoa, 321-480-2785

UniversalEnergyMassage.com

Massage, Energy work, Detox, Tuning Fork Treatments and Pro CEU Training for LMTs. Pat combines massage and tuning forks to energetically trigger the body to release, relax and rebalance. (MA67590, MM33434)

THE DEEP TISSUE SPA

1600 W. Eau Gallie Blvd, Ste 203 Melbourne, 321-987-0041

DeepTissueSpa.com

We go beyond ordinary massages and facials tackling chronic pain and uplevel skin. A results-oriented spa experience with expert therapists. Appointments 7 days a week.

Medical Marijuana

SIKORA INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

1255 37th St, Ste B

Vero Beach, 772-228-6882

SikoraMedical.com

Dr. Alita Gonsalves Sikora offers a holistic approach to traditional Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with acupuncture, medical marijuana, bioidentical hormone therapy, weight loss and PRP injections for joints, hair loss, and facial rejuvenation. See ad, page 43.

Meditation

INNER LIGHT TEACHINGS

Beth Lynch, Medium, Autho linktr.ee/bethlynchmedium444

InnerLightTeaching.com

Beth Lynch Spiritual teacher, 28-years’ experience teaching beginner to advanced meditation methods. Private and group sessions. Personalized to achieve individual goals. Channeling sessions, communication with loved ones crossed also available.

UNITY SPIRITUAL CENTER OF VERO BEACH

950 43rd Ave

Vero Beach, 772-562-1133

UnityOfVero.org

Join us 9am Sundays in the Chapel for Meditation and Energy Healing before our 10am Sunday Celebration Service.  All are welcome, we look forward to seeing you! See ad, page 68.

Mental Health

HARMONY NEUROFEEDBACK

1300 Pinetree Drive, Ste 9

Indian Harbour Beach, 321-405-2795

HarmonyNeurofeedback.com

Neurofeedback has helped with ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Stress, Emotional Distress, PTSD, Behavioral Issues, Mood issues, Pain, Lyme, Headaches, Concussion, TBI and a variety of other issues.

Metaphysical Stores

CREATIVE ENERGY ENCHANTED GIFTS FOR THE MIND, BODY AND SOUL

780 W. New Haven Ave

Melbourne, 321-952-6789

Info@CreativeEnergyFL.com

Facebook.com/CreativeEnergyFL

We offer a wide variety of divination tools to enhance your Spiritual Journey including: Crystals, gemstones, jewelry, singing bowls, books, tarot, candles, salt lamps, sage, incense, oils, statuary, altar items & much more! Curbside pickup, shipping, and phone orders available.

MYSTICAL TREASURES

10774 S US Hwy 1

Port St Lucie, 772-207-5208

816 SW US Hwy 1

Stuart, 772-254-5072

Social: @MysticalTreasures888

Discover a world of enchantment at our store, offering a captivating array of metaphysical treasures, including crystals, sage, incense, jewelry, books, and more - perfect gifts for all. See ad, page 56.

SCENTED DRAGON

Port St. Lucie, 772-877-2102

Ft. Pierce, 772-302-3814

Jensen Beach, 772-208-5592

Treasure Coast’s premier metaphysical store, now with three locations. Incense, crystals, stones, sage, candles, jewelry, workshops & more. Daily Readers and knowledgeable staff always on hand. Open 7 days.

SPARK OF DIVINE,

LLC

METAPHYSICAL SHOP AND HEALING CENTER

1789 Old Dixie Highway

Vero Beach, 772-257-6499

SparkofDivine.com

Spark offers classes, healings, readers, yoga & much more. We carry a variety of crystals, jewelry, books, sage & many other metaphysical gifts and tools.

Microneedling

HEALTHY HEALING ACUPUNCTURE & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

1395 N. Courtenay Pkwy, Ste 202

Merritt Island, 321-252-3720

HealthyHealingClinic.com

Microneedling is an amazing therapy for skin tightening, addressing wrinkles and acne scars as well as skin discoloration. Michelle Connell, AP can help bring out the best of your skin with Microneedling treatments.

Neurofeedback

HARMONY NEUROFEEDBACK

1300 Pinetree Drive, Ste 9 Indian Harbour Beach, 321-405-2795

HarmonyNeurofeedback.com

Neurofeedback has helped with ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Stress, Emotional Distress, PTSD, Behavioral Issues, Mood issues, Pain, Lyme, Headaches, Concussion, TBI and a variety of other issues.

Neuropathy

HEALTHY HEALING

ACUPUNCTURE & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

1395 N. Courtenay Pkwy, Ste 202 Merritt Island, 321-252-3720

HealthyHealingClinic.com

Acupuncture for Neuropathy can help relieve pain and numbness in the feet, hands and almost anywhere in the body. Michelle Connell, AP has great success with helping to overcome Neuropathy.

Nontoxic Refillable Products

DELIVERY REFILLERY

Serving the Space Coast 321-378-1231

DeliveryRefillery.com

Home & body products without harsh chemicals & ecofriendly packaging. We deliver in your bottle or ours. Real. Reused. Delivered.

Nutrition

CARE NATURAL WELLNESS CENTER

Brian P. Walsh, DC

1051 Eber Blvd, Ste 102 Melbourne, 321-728-1387

CareWellnessFL.com

Natural healthcare for all ages including Designed Clinical Nutrition using Nutrition Response Testing, ChiroThin Doctor Supervised Weight Loss Program, Chiropractic Care, PEMF Therapy, CranioSacral Therapy, thermography, massage services, homeopathics and other natural products. See ad, page 37.

Pain Relief

HEALTHY HEALING

ACUPUNCTURE & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

1395 N. Courtenay Pkwy, Ste 202

Merritt Island, 321-252-3720

HealthyHealingClinic.com

Acupuncture, Cosmetic Acupuncture, Herbal Therapy, Cupping, Massage, Nutrition, Injection Therapy and LED Therapy. Michelle Connell, AP, DOM can help you overcome pain and create balance in your body to maintain health.

Pediatric Care

HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE OF BREVARD

Clinics in Viera & Titusville, 321-757-6899

Fully Integrated Primary Care & Wellness

HolisticPrimaryCareBrevard.com

Fully integrated pediatric and family care practice. Our pediatric care provider sees children for well visits, illness, injury and more. Same-day sick appointments. Insurance accepted. See ad, page 5.

Pet Psychics

SPACE COAST PET PSYCHIC

Sarina Baptista, Pet Psychic Melbourne, 321-328-5523

SpaceCoastPetPsychic.com

Helping our furry friends connect with their humans since 2008. Sarina offers Pet Psychic, Rainbow Bridge connections, and on-site Animal Reiki for the Space Coast.

Physical Therapy

HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE OF BREVARD

Clinics in Viera & Titusville, 321-757-6899

Fully Integrated Primary Care & Wellness

HolisticPrimaryCareBrevard.com

Patient-centered approach providing individualized, skilled care and custom programs. Physical assessment, manipulative therapy, exercise therapy, and electrotherapy for rehabilitations. Insurance accepted. See ad, page 5.

Property Claims & Inspections

RELENTLESS PUBLIC ADJUSTING & APPRAISAL

Cindy Dycus-Bootier Lic#: P236642

321-830-2841

RelentlessPA.com

Our team provides expert negotiations and personalized attention. We provide comprehensive assessments and thorough inspections to document all damages; protecting your investment. See ad, page 49. THIS IS A SOLICITATION FOR BUSINESS. IF YOU HAVE HAD A CLAIM FOR AN INSURED PROPERTY LOSS OR DAMAGE AND YOU ARE SATISFIED WITH THE PAYMENT BY YOUR INSURER, YOU MAY DISREGARD THIS ADVERTISEMENT.

PRP & Stem Cell Therapy

SIKORA

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

1255 37th St, Ste B

Vero Beach, 772-228-6882

SikoraMedical.com

Holistic regenerative medicine using PRP (platelet rich plasma) for arthritis, tendinitis, aesthetics (face and skin rejuvenation aka “Vampire Facial”) and hair regeneration. Enhance sexual health with PRP, bioidentical hormones, shockwave therapy, and peptides. IV vitamin and NAD therapy to reverse aging. Stem cell Therapy, Exosomes, Shockwave, acupuncture, Perineural injections for osteoarthritis and musculoskeletal pain. See ad, page 43.

Psychics & Mediums

BETH LYNCH, MEDIUM, AUTHOR

Intuitive Counselor, Educator 888-271-4487, InnerLight444@gmail.com

linktr.ee/bethlynchmedium444

Spiritual Medium, Meditation Teacher & Author. Graduate of Arthur Fords School of Mediumship; Mark Irelands Prestigious Medium Certified, and 25 years’ experience teaching Spiritual principals for healing.

SARINA BAPTISTA

Bridge to Healing LLC

Melbourne, 321-328-5523

SarinaBaptista.com

Award-Winning Author, Spiritual Teacher, Evidential Psychic Medium, International Speaker. In-person/Zoom. 15+ years’ experience. Sarina is the Bridge to Healing, Connecting Heart and Soul.

SPARK OF DIVINE, LLC

METAPHYSICAL

SHOP AND HEALING CENTER

1789 Old Dixie Highway Vero Beach, 772-257-6499

SparkofDivine.com

Spark has the most psychics, intuitive’s, channelers, tarot and oracle readers in Indian river county. Offering daily readers in house and by appointment.

TERRI GELMAN

Intuitive Psychic Reader & Certified Life Coach

GelmanTerri@gmail.com

By appointment: 321-704-0844

Terri uses a variety of techniques during her readings that all stem from her intuitive psychic abilities. Every reading is a unique journey of discovery.

TESS, THE TREASURE COAST MEDIUM

Intuitive Medium, Reiki Master, Past Life Regressions

By appointment: 772-200-0016

TessTheHealer@gmail.com

TreasureCoastMedium.com

Are you grieving the loss of a loved one and need closure? Did you miss the chance to say ‘Goodbye’? Or are you in need of divine guidance about your career, love life, or finances? Allow the Angels to help you make the right decisions. Learn how to cultivate your own intuition through classes offered in spiritual development.

Raindrop Technique

ALISON WAHLSTEDT, LMT

1600 W Eau Gallie Blvd, Ste 205-E, Melbourne

5200 Babcock St NE, Ste 405-A, Palm Bay

321-328-0056, TropicalReiki.com

Nine Young Living essential oils massaged on feet and spine, using various techniques including tuning forks. Naturally align the body and mind. Promotes emotional release. (MA103645)

ANN HOLLENBECK, LMT

VeroPuraVida@gmail.com

772-633-7521

VeroPuraVida.com

Combines the science of aromatherapy with techniques of Vita-Flex, Ayurvedic Massage and Reflexology with the application of essential oils and heat to finish. (MA13364)

Reconnective Healing

MARY ‘DIVINE’ DISANO

Port St. Lucie, 401-263-8828

DivinelyTouched.com

Mary is author of Divinely

Touched: Transform Your Life, that chronicles her healing journey through metaphysics and her spiritual awakening.  She has degrees in medical technology, Reflexology, Reiki, and Reconnective Healing.  Her healings have been described as “miraculous.” Call for a distance or in person session.

Reiki

BETH VARGAS HEALING, LLC

Virtual and Phone

Vero Beach, 772-538-6211

BethVargasHealing.com

Usui/Tibetan/Karuna Reiki Master Teacher, Certified Angelologist and Mesa Carrier, Angel Healing Therapist/Reader and Teacher offers Healing, Spiritual Counseling, Cord Cutting, Divine Soul Readings and more. Helping you move into alignment with your divinity. Find your purpose.

Skincare

LISTEN, TRUST & OBEY, LLC

Kevin K. Spooner, MGN/MBR

Sebastian, 912-659-0033

NanoBreakThrough.info

STAY YOUNGER LONGER. Our skin is our largest organ and first line of defense against viral, bacterial, radiation and toxic assaults. NeumiSkin’s Glutathione Delivers! See ad, page 69.

Sleep Solutions

CLAIRE STAGG, DDS, MS, FAACP, PA

2120 Highway A1A

Indian Harbour Beach, 321-777-2797

SmileProfessionals.com

Addressing snoring, sleep apnea and breathing issues caused by airway restrictions due to narrow arches and palates. Solutions include oral appliances, proper tongue positioning and CO2 laser tie releases. Promoting proper development of the face and airways for healthy facial harmony, beauty and balance. See ad, page 71.

Sound Healing

CERTIFIED SOUND PRACTITIONER

Deena Rahill

825 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart. 786-488-7782

SoundVibration.net

Experience a blissful journey of sound, lights and vibration. Gongs, drums, chimes, and singing bowls can alter brainwave frequencies and allow for healing. Group or private sessions available.

GLORIA GRACE - THE LIGHT MESSENGER

Melbourne, 786-942-8321

Gloria@GloriaRand.com

GloriaRand.com

Gain insight and support through intuitive Light Language healing sessions. Uncover and remove energetic blocks and/or limiting beliefs that are keeping you stuck and stressed.

SOUND HEALING & PERL M+

Deena Rahill, Certified Sound Healer 786-488-7782

SoundVibration.net

Experience the profound synergy of sound healing with the PERL M+ device, enhancing and enriching your healing journey with unparalleled depth and potency.

Spiritual Coaching

BETH VARGAS HEALING, LLC

Online, phone & in-person

Vero Beach, 772-538-6211

BethVargasHealing.com

Are you looking to have a deeper connection with yourself and with Divine Source? Would you like better communication and relationships, more ease and grace?

BRIDGE TO HEALING PSYCHIC CENTER

Sarina Baptista, Founder Melbourne, 321-328-5523

BridgetoHealingCenter.com

Guiding you in purpose and connection to your Divine Self, creating the bridge for loved ones who have passed, mentoring lightworkers to be master messengers.

Spirituality

ECKANKAR CENTER OF THE TREASURE COAST

Stuart, 772-223-1188 Eck-Florida.org

meetup.com/EckankarInStuart

ECKANKAR teaches simple creative exercises that unlock deep inner reserves of truth you have attained over lifetimes. You will come to know there is so much more to life than what we see.

UNITY OF MELBOURNE

2190 Sarno Road (corner of Sarno and Croton)

Melbourne, 321-254-0313

UnityOfMelbourne.com

Inspiring lessons each Sunday at 10:30am for adults and children with uplifting music guiding us along the spiritual path for positive living.  Join us in person or live on Facebook.com/unityofmelbournefl

UNITY SPIRITUAL CENTER OF VERO BEACH

950 43rd Ave

Vero Beach, 772-562-1133

UnityOfVero.org

Join us 10am Sundays for our Celebration Service and 9am for our Meditation Service.  Be blessed by a morning of spiritual insight, inspiration, fellowship, and community. See ad, page 68.

Stem Cell Therapy

LIFE WAVE X39

Scented Dragon

6993 Hancock Dr

Port St Lucie, 772-877-2102

LifeWave.com/1776047

Activate Stem Cell rejuvenation through this cutting-edge Phototherapy. Small patches worn daily can promote relief of some common aging challenges. Hosting Saturday 1pm informational meetings.

Thermography

STUART THERMOGRAPHY

Dr. Steven Zanfini

Stuart, 772-888-5269

ThermographyofStuart.com

Contact@ThermographyofStuart.com  Finest thermal screening available on the Treasure Coast since 2001. Manage breast health with Thermal breast screening providing insight into ways of staying healthy and not just detecting disease or dysfunction. Upper body and full body screening also available. Offering affordable screening packages including reports, images, and optional flash drive. See ad, page 32.

THERMOGRAPHY OF BREVARD

Melbourne, Merritt Island, Vero Beach

Ft. Pierce, 321-312-0363

ThermographyofBrevard.com

Thermography sees inflammation in the body, early detection of breast disease, dysfunction of heart, lungs, digestive system, colon, thyroid, vascular system, muscles, joints and more. See ad, on page 48.

Travel Services

AIR LAND & SEA TRAVEL AGENCY, INC.

150 Cocoa Isles Blvd, Ste. 101 Cocoa Beach, 321-783-4900

ALS-Travel.com

We have been your professional travel vacation specialist since 1994, providing convenient in-person expert service and firsthand knowledge to help you make the right travel decisions.

MARLENE POTTS, MCP DESTINATIONS, INC.

East Central Florida

321-890-7410

Bit.ly/mcp-destinations

Offering one-on-one attention at this all-inclusive travel shop: ocean and river cruises, land packages, and air or rail, for individuals, families, groups, and weddings.

Veterinarians

ALOHA PET & BIRD HOSPITAL

968 E. Eau Gallie Blvd

Indian Harbor Beach, 321-777-6444

AlohaVet.com

We are a Full-Service Veterinary Hospital with Integrative Medicine, Services include: Acupuncture & Eastern Herbs, Pet Rehabilitation, massage Therapy, Underwater Treadmill, and Pain Management.

Veterinary Physical Rehabilitation

TREASURE COAST ANIMAL REHAB & FITNESS

Amber Lewis, DVM, CCRT

Vero Beach, 772-492-6066

TCAnimalRehab.com

Comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management for handicap-able pets.  We offer integrative medicine including exercise, laser therapy, PEMF, Underwater treadmill, massage, chiropractic and more.

Weight Management

CARE

NATURAL WELLNESS CENTER

Brian P. Walsh, DC

1051 Eber Blvd, Ste 102

Melbourne, 321-728-1387

CareWellnessFL.com

Nutrition Response Testing is used to determine underlying causes of weight issues (food sensitivities, environmental toxins, etc.). ChiroThin, a doctor supervised weight loss program, is an effective way to reset a “stuck” metabolism. See ad, page 37.

HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE OF BREVARD

Clinics in Viera & Titusville, 321-757-6899

Fully Integrated Primary Care & Wellness

HolisticPrimaryCareBrevard.com

Personalized Medical Weight Loss program emphasizing whole body wellness through diet, exercise, lifestyle modification, nutritional counseling. Helps stimulate weight-loss and keeps it off long term. See ad, page 5.

Wellness Center

CARE NATURAL WELLNESS CENTER

Brian P. Walsh, DC 1051 Eber Blvd, Ste 102

Melbourne, 321-728-1387

CareWellnessFL.com

Natural healthcare for all ages including Designed Clinical Nutrition using Nutrition Response Testing, ChiroThin Doctor Supervised Weight Loss Program, Chiropractic Care, PEMF Therapy, CranioSacral Therapy, thermography, massage services, homeopathics and other natural products. See ad, page 37.

SPIRIT WELL SENSORY LOUNGE

872 S. Colorado Ave Stuart, 772-888-2576

SpiritWellSensoryLounge.com

Collective of practitioners and technologies, healing body, mind, and spirit in a safe community space. Consciousnessraising events evoking expansive experiences. Gather, share, refuge

Wellness Education

DR. CLAIRE STAGG

2120 Highway A1A

Indian Harbour Beach, 321-777-4366

HealthConnectionsDentistry.com

Online educational forum with articles, books, research resources, and Q&A video clips with Dr. Stagg connecting Dental & Oral Solutions for Medical Conditions. Look for her book, “Smile, It’s all Connected! Whole Health Through Balance”, a guide to whole body health. See ad, page 71.

Women’s Health

LISTEN, TRUST & OBEY, LLC

Kevin K. Spooner, MGN/MBR

Sebastian, 912-659-0033

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Yoga

HATHA YOGA WITH MARILYN

Pelican Beach Clubhouse

1495 Highway A1A

Satellite Beach, 321-773-6458

Balance your Body, Mind & Spirit with Hatha Yoga. Gentle, guided yoga postures with Stretching, Deep Breathing, and Relaxation. $5 per class through Satellite Recreation Department.

JUST BREATHE AERIALS

270 NW Peacock Blvd, Ste 112 Port St. Lucie, 772-877-2122

JustBreatheAerials.com

Offering both traditional

Mat Yoga and Aerial yoga. Join us for a Gentle, Restorative, Vinyasa, and Aerial Class 7 days a week. See ad, page 67.

KTG YOGA & WELLNESS

Kate “The Great” Hunt

Melbourne, 321-432-6333

Facebook.com/ktgyoga

Elevate your wellbeing now with our holistic approach to yoga and sound healing. Experience personalized 1:1 sessions, transformative group classes, and corporate wellness programs.

ACUPUNCTURE

HEALTHY HEALING ACUPUNCTURE & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

Michelle Connell AP LAc

1395 N. Courtenay Pkwy, Ste 202, Merritt Island

321-252-3720 • HealthyHealingClinic.com

Healthy Healing Acupuncture offers a full spectrum of Holistic Services provided by founder Michelle Connell AP LAc, whose education spans both Classical and Traditional Chinese Medicine with an integrative approach. The office offers an inviting calming environment encouraging your healing from the moment you enter the door.

Wellness services offered: All aspects of Chinese Medicine, including Acupuncture, Dry Needling, Motor Point Therapy, Cupping, Gui Sha, Cosmetic Facial Acupuncture, Microneedling, Chinese Medical Massage, herbal formulas and nutritional supplements, homeopathic and nutritional injection therapy, and LED light therapy for anti-aging and to decrease pain and inflammation.

Areas of specialty: Treatment for internal and external issues including neck pain, back pain, sciatica, depression, allergies, women’s health, fertility, menopausal balance, cosmetic acupuncture, migraines, men’s health, ED, libido, high blood pressure, insomnia, weight management, addiction therapy, and smoking cessation.

Philosophy: “Our highest goal is to help our patients along an empowering journey toward balance, health, and a pain-free life,” says Michelle Connell.

CHILDREN'S HEALTH

NATURAL SOLUTIONS WITH DR RUTH

Dr. Ruth Rodriguez, D.O.

Pediatric Consultations • 321-351-4516 • NaturalSolutionswithDrRuth.com/connect

Dr. Ruth Rodriguez is a board-certified Osteopathic Pediatrician with over 30 years of clinical pediatric experience using both traditional medicine and holistic remedies in her practice. She provides pediatric consultations and individualized programs to address children’s health and wellness needs. Her individualized, step-by-step programs offer guidance for pediatric alternative therapies, plant-based medicine, nutrition, exercise, supplements, home and health-care products. She is the author of Natural Solutions for your Child and Family on Amazon and Kindle.

Wellness services offered: Pediatric alternative healing consultations, plant-based pediatric medications, preventative pediatric medicine consultations, medicine cabinet makeovers, organic products and mindset advice, including affirmations, spiritual mantras, meditation and prayers. She also provides in-home yearly pediatric physicals for Brevard county children.

Areas of specialty: Phone or video consultations for all your pediatric health and wellness needs.

Philosophy: “Holistic Pediatrics encompasses realizing that the body can heal itself when properly supported with plants, nutrition (using food as medicine) and the mind-body-spirit connection. It is the same for children.” says Dr. Rodriguez.

CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH & WELLNESS

CARE NATURAL WELLNESS CENTER

Dr. Brian Walsh, Chiropractic Physician/Owner

1051 Eber Blvd, Ste 102, Melbourne • 321-728-1387 • CareWellnessFL.com

CARE Natural Wellness Center offers a variety of holistic services for all ages. Dr. Brian Walsh focuses on healing the whole person-body, mind and spirit, using safe and natural solutions. Patient education is paramount in the healing process.

Wellness Services Offered: Designed Clinical Nutrition using Nutrition Response Testing®, ChiroThin Doctor Supervised Weight Loss Program, various Chiropractic techniques, Massage and Thermography services, and Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF).

Areas of specialty: Dr. Walsh focuses on identifying and handling the underlying cause of health issues so the body does the healing. Causes may include heavy metal and chemical toxicity, food or environmental sensitivities, and immune challenges. Digestive problems, hormonal imbalance, autoimmune, cardiovascular, chronic fatigue, sleep issues and more have been helped with this approach.

Philosophy: “The body was designed to be self-healing,” says Dr. Walsh. “Our responsibility is to identify the obstacles preventing the healing from occurring, and design a health improvement program tailored for the individual’s needs. This may include the above modalities, nutritional supplementation, diet/lifestyle recommendations and prayer.”

UPPER CERVICAL HEALTH CENTERS

Dr. Renee Hahn, DC • Dr. Carissa Stallings, DC

1600 W. Eau Gallie Blvd, Ste 104, Melbourne 321-622-4447 • UpperCervicalCare.com

Upper cervical care is a gentle and effective way of restoring communication between the brain and body. At Upper Cervical Health Centers, they use a soundwave instrument to accurately correct the alignment of the cranio-cervical junction, where the skull meets the spine, so that the body may function at its optimum potential. This procedure offers patients a gentle, painless, and precise treatment for upper cervical care.

Wellness services offered: Gentle upper cervical chiropractic, gentle full-spine care, nutrition lab work analysis, cold laser therapy, intersegmental traction.

Areas of specialty: Headaches, migraines, fatigue, brain fog, slow healing, neck pain, back pain, difficulty sleeping, allergies, overall body function and performance.

Philosophy: All information from your brain travels down your spinal cord and through your nerves. When the brain-to-body pathway is clear, the body is able to heal naturally from above, down and inside out. Hippocrates who was known as the Father of Western Medicine said, “Look well to the spine for the cause of disease.”

ENERGY HEALING

BETH VARGAS HEALING, LLC

Rev. Beth Vargas, Owner 772-538-6211 • BethVargasHealing.com

Rev. Beth Vargas offers support to individuals seeking guidance in their lives, aiming to facilitate personal growth, find meaning, heal from trauma, and alleviate stress. She fosters a nurturing, joyful, and non-judgmental environment, where clients can embark on a journey of healing, intuition, and self-discovery.

Wellness services offered: Usui/Karuna Reiki, services and classes, Jikiden Reiki services, angel readings, therapy and classes, shamanic practices, cord cuttings, aura and chakra clearing and balancing, trance healing and channeling, divine soul readings, crystal, sound and energy healing, soul retrieval, sacred space creation and clearing, spiritual life coaching, mentoring and more. Online, overthe-phone and in-person in Vero Beach.

Areas of specialty: Stress reduction, fatigue, self-esteem, cancer and radiation side effects, migraines, mental fatigue, emotional fatigue, stomach issues, relationship issues, communication problems, intuitive development, space clearing, spiritual connection, releasing/clearing of blocks, physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual healing.

Philosophy: “I emphasize holistic healing, asserting that addressing the entirety of one’s being—physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual—is essential for genuine healing. As facilitators, it’s our responsibility to create a supportive environment and offer the necessary support to empower clients on their healing journey.”

DIVINE HUMAN INSTITUTE

Kumari Mullin, Owner

Sebastian • 772-589-9803 • KumariHealing.com • DivineHumanInstitute.com

Kumari Mullin is the founder of Divine Human Institute, a modern-day mystery school offering training in energy healing, intuitive development, manifesting your dreams and awakening your Soul potential through live and online courses and retreats.

Wellness services offered: Training: Energy Alchemy Mastery, Reiki Energy Healing, Animal Communication, Quantum Creation, Divine Human, Bliss Retreat, EmBODYMENT playshop. 3 Masters Healing Circle. Enlightened Empath: Transform your Super Sensitivity to your Super-Power. Personal intuitive healing and animal communication phone sessions.

Areas of specialty: Heal: Learn energy healing to release physical and emotional pain, get unstuck, gain clarity. Manifest: Find your bliss, align your purpose, achieve your dreams. Awaken: Activate your intuition, divine potential, and spiritual mastery. Energy medicine apprenticeship.

Philosophy: Mullin transmits a powerful loving presence where healing shifts occur spontaneously, and the wisdom of the Soul is unveiled. “Everyone can be a healer,” says Kumari. “Everyone can awaken to their divine nature and intuitive healing and manifesting gifts.”

HEALTH & NUTRITION STORES

JOANNE’S NUTRITION WORLD

Joanne Seeger, Owner

101 N. US 1, Ste 118 & 120, Ft Pierce

772-464-3598 • JoannesNutritionWorld.com

Joanne’s Nutrition World provides services to help relieve pain, tension, and stress. Offered therapies assist to detox the body, support the immune system, and improve other ongoing conditions. The spacious, calm, and inviting space hosts educational workshops and individual wellness-focused consultations.

The store has been In Fort Pierce for the past 50 years offering a wide range of the highest quality and effective vitamins, minerals, herbs, and whole food supplements and safe personal care products.

Joanne Seeger, owner, has over 40 years of experience in the natural health industry.

Wellness services offered: Massage, Pulsating Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy, Ion foot detox, nutritional health coaching, Sunlighten Infrared Sauna sessions. Full body Menla Scans and Wavi EEG Brain Scans facilitated by Christopher Allison.

Areas of specialty: Insulin resistance, weight-loss, anxiety, fatigue, menopause, infertility, and pelvic floor.

Philosophy: “The body can heal itself with the right tools. We listen to each person with an open mind to understand their health journey and let them learn and grow at their pace,” says Seeger. “Each time our body is challenged, it teaches us new insights to return to balance again.”

HERBALISTS

MAMA JO’S SUNSHINE HERBALS

Joanna Helms, Registered Herbalist, BA

1300 Pine Tree Drive, Indian Harbour Beach

321-779-4647 • Facebook.com/MamaJosSunshineHerbals

Joanna Helms, Registered Herbalist and Professional Member of the American Herbalist Guild (AHG) with 29 years of clinical experience has created more than a local herb store. Mama Jo’s Sunshine Herbals’ homey atmosphere encourages visitors to sample herbal tea and enjoy the historical experience of herbalism.

Wellness services offered: Helms offers client consultations with an in-depth evaluation of the client’s health state, resulting in a personal herbal therapy plan to achieve homeostasis. Her ability to collaborate with health care professionals ensures remedies support an overall health plan. Mama Jo’s offers organic herbs, customized formulations, time-tested herbal products, delicious tea blends, culinary spices, tinctures, essential oils, bath salts and scrubs, lotions, soaps, clothing, Dr. Hauschka make-up, unique tea pots and accessories, jewelry and more.

Areas of specialty: “With the onsite Herbal Apothecary, all products are made on the premises to allow for the highest integrity,” explains Helms. “We are honored to offer a full Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliant apothecary and dispensary.”

Philosophy: “Our Sunshine family excels in fellowship to deliver an infusion of past and present herbal information with our community,” says Helms.

THE HERB CORNER

Cecelia Avitabile

277 N. Babcock Street, Melbourne • 321-757-7522 • HerbCorner.net

Cecelia Avitabile, Master Herbalist and Certified Nutritional Consultant, works with clients to understand better what their body needs. “At The Herb Corner we take the time to listen to your specific needs so you can get to the root cause of your situation,” says Avitabile.

Wellness services offered: As a Learning Center and Herb Shop the staff empowers clients with knowledge of how to support the body using nutrition, supplements and herbs utilizing their large selection of organic bulk herbs, teas, tinctures, salves and individualized blends or essential oils. Private consultations and customized herbal formulas available. Avitable periodically offers “Reclaiming our Roots” herb classes, a 7-month learning journey providing students with an in-depth study of the healing properties of herbs. Areas of specialty: Over 25 years of experience guiding and educating people with information on conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, cancer, thyroid, respiratory, digestive disorders and much more.

Philosophy: “We believe that everyone has the ability to bring their body back into balance using nutrition, herbs and supplements,” says Avitabile. “We will always do our best to help.”

HOLISTIC DENTISTRY

HEALTH CONNECTIONS DENTISTRY

Claire Stagg DDS, MS, FAACP

2120 Hwy A1A, Indian Harbour Beach • 321-777-2797 • SmileProfessionals.com

Health Connections Dentistry emphasizes the connections between the root causes of ‘dis-ease’ and ‘dysfunction’ to oral and whole body signs and symptoms. “We need to breathe and swallow to survive. Why not thrive? An interdisciplinary team approach reverse engineers the downward spiral started at any age. We will sleuth it out.” says Dr. Stagg.

Wellness services offered: All phases of natural care for all ages promoting balance and symmetry in facial growth development, from functional orthopedics and non-extraction orthodontics to full dental reconstruction, dentures, and problem bites. Many options for pain resolution via non-surgical treatments for TMD and airway development.

Practice emphasis: Rejuvenating mercury-free smiles with the relief of TMJ, snoring and sleep apnea. Craniofacial development integrating sound principles of biomechanics, myofunction and osteopathy. We offer various laser treatment options for tether releases, pain relief and inflammation reduction.

Philosophy: “We aim to enhance each patient’s quality of life to optimal health via high quality progressive gentle dental care in a “green,” safe and comfortable environment,” shares Dr. Stagg. “We are continually embracing advances in dentistry by learning science-based pioneering techniques. We strive to give each patient an exceptional visit that is relaxed, cheerful and comfortable.”

SMILE DESIGN & WELLNESS CENTER

Dr. Chris Edwards • Dr. Rob Brown • Dr. Haley Freymiller

5445 Village Drive, Ste 100, Viera • 321-751-7775 •

SmileDesignCenter.US

From safe mercury removal to the biological extraction where the patient’s own stem cells enhance healing, the team at Smile Design and Wellness Center (SDWC) employs an extensive array of technology for innovative dentistry.

Wellness services offered: Offering a full spectrum of dental services, with an emphasis on prevention. SDWC has technologies like Cerec, lasers, microscopes, 3D X-ray, ozone therapies and minimally invasive techniques.

Areas of specialty: Biological dentistry where they partner with patients and their health specialists to achieve optimal oral and systemic health. Smile design and minimally invasive dentistry with safe mercury removal and safe dental materials. Dental Oncology providing care for cancer patients to prevent dental side effects, both pre- and post-treatment, in collaboration with the patient’s cancer treatment team.

Philosophy: “We listen to our patients and partner with them in developing a plan that works for them,” says Dr. Brown. “We educate our patients as to their conditions and concerns and their options. We have a strong preventive approach that helps the patient to take the responsibility for their oral health.”

HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE

HOLISTIC PRIMARY CARE OF BREVARD

Tanya Schrumpf, APRN, DC

8043 Spyglass Hill Rd, Ste 201, Melbourne • 321-757-6899

3910 S. Washington Ave, Ste 109, Titusville • 321-267-0188

HolisticPrimaryCareBrevard.com

Holistic Primary Care of Brevard in Melbourne and Titusville offers comprehensive, affordable, wellness-centered health care for the entire family. Their treatment plans integrate conventional western medicine combined with holistic treatment recommendations.

Wellness services offered: Insurance covered services include Primary and Pediatric care, Same Day Sick Appointments, Well Women Exams, EKG and Cardiovascular Risk Assessment, Medical Weight Loss, Medication Management, Annual and Sports Physicals, Physical Therapy, Chiropractic Care, Medical Massage, Acupuncture, Medical Marijuana, Herbal Medicine, Mental Health Counseling, Yoga, and more. Areas of specialty: Addressing all aspects of a patient’s needs from acute illness and injury to anti-aging, wellness and a full line of rehabilitation services. Providers to get to know patients individually and work with them personally from the time of injury, illness or chronic disease through optimum health and wellness.

Philosophy: Their holistic care approach includes preventative strategies to reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. “Regular health screenings, routine labs, annual physicals and wellness exams and stress-reducing treatments such as massage therapy or yoga can help you stay on track and improve your health,” says Dr. Tanya Schrumpf.

INSURANCE CLAIM MANAGEMENT

RELENTLESS PUBLIC ADJUSTING & APPRAISAL

Cindy Dycus-Bootier Lic#: P236642

321-830-2841 • RelentlessPA.com

Relentless Public Adjusting and Appraisal, LLC, is a trusted partner that provides comprehensive assessment and advocacy for property insurance claims. With expertise, personalized attention, and a proven track record of successful outcomes, they maximize settlements to protect their clients’ property investments.

Services offered: Policy evaluation, thorough documentation, and assessment of damages, preparation and submission of claims package, skilled negotiations with the insurer, and expert guidance throughout the process.

Areas of specialty: Commercial and Residential property claims such as Wind/hail, hurricane, water mold, fire, etc. Policy review and damage documentation to obtain maximum compensation. Business Owners, Property Managers, and Homeowners: Minimize downtime, optimize settlements, and reduce losses. Realtors: Protect client investments with free inspections to rule out pre-purchase peril damages.

Philosophy: “We work as a trusted partner that provides personalized attention and expertise to navigate the complexities of insurance claims,” says Cindy Dycus-Bootier. “We relentlessly advocate for your rights and diligently pursue maximum compensation to protect your financial interests.”

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INTEGRATIVE MEDICAL DOCTORS

CENTER FOR ANTI-AGING AESTHETIC AND REJUVENATION MEDICINE

Yale (Yoel) R. Smith, MD, DABA, BCASI, AFAAFM, BCABARM

6765 North Wickham Road C-105, Suntree • 321-421-7111 • AntiAgingIM.com

Dr. Yale Smith is the only Triple Board Certified M.D. that practices Traditional, Integrative and Functional Medicine with close to 41 years of experience. A former medical school professor, he holds medical licenses in several states and a lifetime license to practice in the State of Israel.

The Center for Anti-Aging uses traditional medicine along with Integrative and Functional Medicine to find the root cause of patient’s diseases. Dr. Smith look at your body as individual systems working together in harmony as a whole unit. Patient reviews can be found on Google.

Wellness services offered: Integrative and Functional Medicine, holistic practice, lifestyle changes, peptide therapy, diet, supplementation, and specialized testing.

Areas of specialty: Treating heart disease, hypertension, heart attack prevention, diabetes, mold and Lyme disease treatment, autoimmune disease(s), sleep disorders, chronic fatigue, hypothyroidism and other thyroid disease(s), stress hormones, erectile dysfunction, gastrointestinal disease, stubborn weight loss, suspected food allergy issues.

Philosophy: Integrative medicine respects the individuality of the person viewing them from a physiological, psychological, social and spiritual perspective. It utilizes minimally invasive methods and integrates the best of both worlds.

DEAN WELLNESS INSTITUTE

Melissa Dean, MD

1345 36th Street, Ste B, Vero Beach

• 772-567-1500

• DeanWellnessInstitute.com

Dean Wellness Institute is focused on providing a holistic approach to wellness and improved health. Dr. Dean and her staff work with each patient to provide the most up-to-date information in an integrative manner that empowers each patient to focus on healing the root cause of a health issue, not just treating the symptoms. They work closely with patients to improve their quality of life as they age. Dr. Dean is an expert in treating menopause, andropause, diabetes management, hormone replacement and nutrition. Dean Wellness Institute has been serving Vero Beach and the surrounding areas for over 15 years. Wellness services offered: Hormone Replacement Therapy, IV Therapy, detoxification, nutritional support, Integrative Medicine, cancer support, oxidative therapies, regenerative aesthetic procedures, EmsculptNEO, Emsella, Exion, qualified medical marijuana physician.

Areas of specialty: Hormonal imbalance, adrenal fatigue, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, heavy metal toxicity.

Philosophy: “Hormone balancing, optimal nutrition, detoxification, exercise, and spiritual fulfillment are the areas that I believe are essential elements of well-being and longevity,” says Dr. Dean.

INSTITUTE OF HEALTH & WELLNESS

Deborah A. DeMarta, MD, FACS, FAARFM

218 SW Atlanta Ave, Stuart • 772-539-9556 • InstituteHealthWellness.com

Deborah A. DeMarta, MD, FACS, FAARFM provides truly qualified and certified care specializing in Integrative, Functional, Anti-Aging, Aesthetic Medicine and Cosmetic Surgery. She uses a holistic approach and offers an array of services that can help a patient feel and look their best at any age. Dr. DeMarta has over 25 years of experience and has received the Patients’ Choice Award, Compassionate Doctor Recognition and 2024 Top Doctors.

Wellness services offered: Medical and Surgical Aesthetics, Hormone Replacement, Nutritional Testing, IV Vitamin Therapy, IV Chelation, Cosmetic Surgery, Laser and Broadband Light Treatments, Body Contouring, Botox, Fillers.

Areas of specialty: Hormonal imbalance, ED, testosterone deficiency, thyroid disorders, autoimmune conditions, nutritional imbalances, micronutrient deficiencies, food allergies and sensitivities, digestive issues, female sexual enhancement, fecal and urinary incontinence, skin laxity, fine lines and wrinkles, rosacea, sun damage, fat reduction, hair loss, leg veins.

Philosophy: “I believe in getting to the root of the problem rather than treating the symptoms to reverse of age-related illness,” says Dr. DeMarta. “Today’s aesthetic options allow for quick procedures that can take ten years off a face with minimal to no downtime and amazing results.”

RADIANTLY HEALTHY MD

Rebecca Hunton, MD

150 4th Ave, Ste 101A, Indialantic • 321-254-6803 • RH-MD.com

Rebecca Hunton, MD and Lisa Johnson, PA are committed to helping you find answers to your complex health questions. Starting with an in-depth analysis of your health history from birth, they combine traditional medicine and natural options to create an individual plan to optimize your health and vitality.

Rebecca Hunton, MD, board-certified physician, is on faculty for the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine to ensure she is bringing the most up-to-date knowledge of the aging process to her patients.

Wellness services offered: Functional and Integrative Medicine, Vitamin Infusion Drip Lounge. Antiaging medicine including the analysis of genomics, lifestyle, cognitive status, body composition, laboratory and imaging results to take a ‘deep dive’ into your unique status.

Areas of specialty: Offering many solutions for conditions that are not solved by a traditional approach. For those suffering from fatigue, irritable bowel, autoimmune, fibromyalgia, insomnia and the like, the RHMD healthcare team pride themselves on the many success stories in these areas.

Philosophy: “We embrace the principles of Integrative Medicine and focus on the whole person: body, mind, emotions and spirit,” says Dr. Hunton.

SIKORA INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

Alita Gonsalves Sikora, MD

1255 37th Street, Ste B, Vero Beach

• 772-228-6882

• SikoraMedical.com

Board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Dr. Sikora helps people heal naturally. She provides traditional pain management, regenerative medicine with stem cells, Platelet Rich Plasma, exosomes, peptides, shockwave, prolotherapy, and acupuncture for musculoskeletal conditions. She also offers medical marijuana certifications.

Dr. Sikora uses PRP (platelet rich plasma) for pain conditions, as well as cosmetic purposes (facial rejuvenation, hair regeneration) and to treat sexual dysfunction.

Wellness services offered: IV Vitamin therapy, micronutrient and gut testing, acupuncture, SkinPen microneedling, medical marijuana certification, stem cell and PRP injections, trigger point and joint injections, bioidentical hormone therapy, hormone pellets, shockwave therapy, facial rejuvenation, hair regeneration, PRP for erectile dysfunction. Her newest program is a highly effective medical weight loss program with semaglutide or tirzepatide weekly injections.

Areas of specialty: Arthritis, fibromyalgia, rotator cuff tears, tendinitis, neck pain, low back pain, sports injuries, medical marijuana for cancer, epilepsy, chronic pain, PTSD, anxiety, PRP for face, hair, sexual dysfunction, joints and tendons. Bioidentical hormone pellets and medical weight loss.

Philosophy: Dr. Sikora believes in the power of the body to heal itself using the body’s own platelets and stem cells to help regenerate cartilage and tendons, as well as its own collagen and hair for facial rejuvenation and thinning hair.

IV THERAPY

RADIANTLY HEALTHY DRIP LOUNGE

Lorin Carpenter, Owner

150 Fifth Ave, Ste B, Indialantic 321-243-1859 • RadiantlyHealthyDripLounge.com

Brevard’s first dedicated IV Lounge provides IV Vitamin Drips for health and wellness in a meticulously clean, upscale and tranquil setting. Combining a traditional medical treatment gives it an integrati ve twist. They offer a variety of drips, shots, boosters, wellness packages and more.

Types of IV therapy offered: Hydration, Myers Cocktail, Immune Boosting, Beauty and Anti-Aging, Fat Burning and Weight Loss, Pre-Operative and Post-Operative, Hangover and Migraine Relief, B12 and D3 Shots for Energy and Immunity.

Areas of specialty: IV nutrition benefits include: improved energy levels, improved resistance to infections, better visual acuity and retinal health, resilience to stress, relaxation, detoxification, smoother skin and better blood flow.

Philosophy: “ IV Vitamin Drips deliver vitamins, minerals and amino acids directly to the body for maximum absorption allowing the nutrients to flood your body and nourish itself at the cellular level. With this method we can safely deliver larger doses than are generally tolerated orally, without taxing the digestive tract,” says Lorin Carpenter.

THE DRIPB a R

6375 N. Wickham Rd, Ste 101, Melbourne • 321-465-7986 • TheDripbar.com

The DRIPBaR has IV vitamin therapies to deliver essential micronutrients throughout the body for those that are fighting an illness or chronic disease or just want to stay healthy. They have a wide variety of support drips to support their client’s unique personal health. Their health support infusions have been engineered to aid the body in that process. All IV drips are compounded onsite by registered nurses under the guidance of a licensed medical director and the DRIPBaR is a 797 compliant compounding facility.

Wellness services offered: IV Therapy, Intramuscular shots, Chelation, Lab testing: Food Inflammation, Micronutrients, and Heavy Metals. Also Infrared Sauna, Halotherapy, and Photobiomodulation (aka Red Light Therapy).

Areas of specialty: Micronutrient deficiencies, hydration, chronic fatigue, brain fog, gut health, long haul syndrome, anti-aging, cancer, neurodegenerative disease, chelation – heavy metal toxicity, and enhance sports performance.

Philosophy: The DRIPBaR philosophy is that good health begins at the cellular level. They believe that vitamin infusions are the fastest way to deliver essential nutrients throughout the body. “Feed your body, fuel your life!” is the company motto.

MASSAGE

SANDALWOOD MASSAGE AND BODYWORK BY JANE

Jane A. Coyne, LMT, MMP, MLD-C

333 17th Street, Ste D, Vero Beach • JaneCoyne.GlossGenius.com

2251 Town Center Ave, Ste 101, Unit 20, Viera • Sandalwood.GlossGenius.com 772-779-1137

Sandalwood Massage and Bodywork by Jane offers clients a clean and comforting atmosphere for massage and bodywork. “We understand that each person is unique which is why we pride ourselves on personalized massage techniques for every client,” says Jane Coyne.

Coyne is a Board-Certified Massage Therapist, licensed in the state of Florida and is certified in Manual Lymphatic Drainage. She is also a certified Medical Massage Practitioner and accepts health insurance for specific treatments as requested by the client’s physician.

Wellness services offered: Lymphatic Drainage, Swedish, Deep Tissue Massage, Cupping, Gua Sha, Red Light Therapy, Medical Massage, Hot Stone, Foot Scrubs, Ecofin Treatment, Pregnancy Massage, Aromatherapy Massage.

Areas of specialty: Lymphedema, pre- and post-surgery. PTSD, fibromyalgia, myofascial release, hospice, relaxation and wellness, stress and anxiety.

Philosophy: “I practice with the firm belief that the human body is designed to heal after trauma. I simply aid that healing by directing it through touch, signaling the brain to work with the body,” says Coyne. (MA97795)

RESTAURANTS

COUNTER CULTURE

Anthony and Lisa Damiano, Chefs

1620 Blvd Village Lane, Vero Beach • 772-778-4335 • CounterCultureVero.com

Counter Culture at the Boulevard Tennis Club is a chef-driven, fresh and natural concept featuring nationally-recognized Chef Anthony Damiano, and Pastry Chef Lisa Damiano, recipients of Treasure Coast Foodie’s 2024 Chefs of the Year award. Together they bring over 70 years of culinary arts experience.

Offering an exquisite dining atmosphere where every classic dish is thoughtfully crafted with plant-based options alongside dedicated vegan and gluten-free menus. Nestled amidst scenic clay tennis courts, the restaurant welcomes all with a relaxing outdoor patio adorned with a cozy fire pit.

Services offered: Fresh, delicious, chef-made cuisine. Fine casual dining, lunch and dinner service, full bar. Catering, food to go, weddings and party planning. Experienced in catered events from 10 to 300 guests serving Vero Beach for the past eight years.

Specialties: Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free lunch, dinner and dessert menus. Committed to using the highest quality local ingredients such as organic chicken, grass-fed beef, and cage-free eggs, and organic vegetables.

Philosophy: “Our mission is to serve you the fresh chef-made based cuisine, super foods of superior nutritional value and delicious taste,” says Chef Anthony Damiano.

SOUND HEALING

DEENA RAHILL, CERTIFIED SOUND PRACTITIONER

825 NE Ocean Blvd, Hutchison Island, Stuart 786-488-7782 • SoundVibration.net

As a certified Sound Practitioner, Deena Rahill orchestrates Sound Vibrational Healing sessions, using crystal bowls, gongs, drums, chimes, and more. Rahill emphasizes that these sounds effortlessly and naturally guide the body’s vibrational frequency into a harmonized state of well-being.

Wellness services offered: Personalized sessions that blend the power of sound, energy balancing, and mindfulness for overall well-being. Specializing in stress relief, emotional balance, and personal growth. Offering certification in sound healing.

Areas of specialty: Sound Healing, Energy Healing, Advanced Frequency Devices, Holistic Wellness, Personalized Consultations, Whole Life Coaching. Catering to public and private group settings, as well as individual and corporate environments.

Philosophy: “All things on Earth and throughout the universe, including ourselves, resonate through an unseen energy system,” Rahill explains. Her philosophies are grounded in the understanding of natural laws, providing the body with essential elements for its innate healing capabilities. “I embrace the power of gratitude, meditation, positive thoughts, proper nutrition, hydration, nutraceuticals, and daily detoxification in my philosophy. I believe that the energy that created the body heals the body and that for every ailment, there’s a healing frequency ready to adjust!”

SUPPLEMENTS

LIFESMILE HEALTH

4765 Pawnee Trail, Merritt Island • 321-480-9448 • LifeSmileHealth.now.site

LifeSmile Health has natural healing solutions for your health concerns. They are proud to provide products and services targeting your body, including immune system, gut health, pain management, healthy weight management, and also pet health needs.

Products offered: Cell Defender, the original, clinically proven micronized and activated zeolite which removes toxins, heavy metals from the body; Plus Fiber, game-changing matrix drink of digestive gut health; Zmunity Mushrooms, 7 medicinal organic mushrooms and zeolite; Plus Relief Peptide, a safe solution to chronic pain; unique Nano Spherical Silver technology, and more.

Areas of specialty: Removing toxins, heavy metals, and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) to allow the “doctor” within to heal the body. Removing pathogens and pollutants to support the immune system in keeping every cell functioning properly. Prolonged relief for chronic arthritis and joint pain, with a peptide blend targeting the nerve receptors responsible for pain.

Philosophy: “Daily you hear about our polluted environment. Our discoveries rid those pollutions, pathogens, and body pain so you can live your life smiling,” says Diane Chasick. “We are passionate about sharing how simple it is to give yourself a cleaner, healthier body that fixes itself!”

SUPPLEMENTS

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Health Briefs

New Way to Diagnose Autism

According to a 2023 study by Yale scientists published in the journal Nature Neuroscience, two distinct neurodevelopmental abnormalities that arise shortly after the start of brain development have been linked to the emergence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The researchers created brain organoids using stem cells from 13 boys with the disorder, including eight with macrocephaly, a condition in which the head is enlarged. The organoids were small replicas of developing brains that mimicked neuronal growth in the fetus.

The study found that children with ASD and macrocephaly showed an excessive growth of excitatory neurons, while those without macrocephaly exhibited a deficit of the same type of neurons. Measuring the prevalence of certain types of neurons, as was done in this study, could help doctors diagnose autism and also identify which autism cases might benefit from existing drugs that treat excessive excitatory neuron activity.

County Declares Loneliness a Public Health Crisis

San Mateo County near San Francisco is the first county in the U.S. to declare loneliness a public health crisis. The resolution, which commits the county to address the issue but does not set aside funds to reduce loneliness, was inspired by the United Kingdom and Japan, which appointed ministers to tackle the problem. Future efforts by San Mateo County may include investments in infrastructure to make neighborhoods more accessible, social media posts that encourage social interaction, and the earmarking of community mental health dollars for organizations that develop or offer solutions.

Loneliness has been associated with increased risk of dementia, depression, anxiety, heart disease and stroke. A British study found that those that lived alone and had no visitors had a 39 percent increased risk of premature death compared to those visited by loved ones daily.

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Treating Diabetes With Healthy Food and Exercise

A radical new approach to managing Type 2 diabetes developed by Daniel J. Cox, Ph.D., from UVA Health, has received $3.5 million in funding from the National Institutes of Health for a large-scale clinical trial. The approach focuses on educating individuals about making wise dietary and exercise choices to control blood sugar and potentially alter the course of the disease. Rather than prioritizing weight loss or medication, it aims to reduce post-meal blood glucose levels, which are linked to cardiovascular risk and high levels of AIC, a marker of blood sugar over time.

Known as Glucose Everyday Matters (GEM), the approach combines educated food and drink selections with physical activity to prevent blood sugar spikes and hasten recovery if they occur. A small, initial trial involving 17 recently diagnosed adults with Type 2 diabetes showed promise, with 67 percent achieving remission after three months, and only one participant requiring medication. This trial was the first testing of self-administration instead of face-to-face delivery by medical providers.

This research offers promising hope for managing Type 2 diabetes through lifestyle interventions, providing patients with new options for controlling and potentially achieving remission from the disease. Cox’s personal success with the approach, maintaining consistently low A1C levels without medication for the past 13 years, further supports its potential.

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According to a randomized clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry, mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) has been found to be a welltolerated treatment option that can be as effective as commonly prescribed anxiety medications. The study involved 276 adults with diagnosed anxiety disorders that were randomly assigned to either an eight-week MBSR course or treatment with escitalopram, a first-line anxiety medication. Anxiety levels were assessed using the Clinical Global Impression of Severity scale (CGI-S).

At the end of the study, both the MBSR and escitalopram groups experienced a reduction in their mean CGI-S score, with no significant difference between the two groups. MBSR was welltolerated, with no dropouts due to adverse events, whereas a higher percentage of participants in the escitalopram group reported adverse events. The results demonstrated that MBSR was not inferior to escitalopram in reducing anxiety symptoms.

An estimated 301 million people worldwide are affected by anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic and agoraphobia, causing significant distress, impaired functioning and elevated risk of suicide.

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On April 8, millions of Americans along a 100-mile-wide path across 13 states from Texas to Maine will have an opportunity to witness a total solar eclipse. Thanks to a team from the Harvard University Astronomy Lab, people with visual impairments will be able to experience the celestial event, too, thanks to a smartphone-sized device called LightSound, which translates ambient brightness into sound.

Users of the LightSound device will hear a piping flute for daylight that will transition to a clarinet as the light dims when the moon passes in between the Earth and sun. As the eclipse reaches its zenith, LightSound will emit soft clicks to represent total darkness. The device is designed to complement the multi-sensory event, which may include a drop in temperature and the sounds of nighttime creatures like crickets and owls.

To make astronomy more inclusive, the Harvard team plans to distribute more than 700 LightSound devices at no cost. In addition, the device and its code are open-source so those with the skills can make their own. To learn more, visit Astrolab.fas.Harvard.edu/LightSound.html.

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Ocean currents can thin the permafrost, creating patchy and unpredictable regions. Geographical features can also allow gas produced by underlying rocks to escape. Even in areas with continuous permafrost, methane gas can migrate beneath the cold seal of the permafrost, creating the potential for escape.

A large-scale seepage would initiate a dangerous feedback loop of warming—a cycle where methane release leads to further permafrost thaw, resulting in additional gas emissions. While the focus of the study was on Norway, the researchers believe that migrating deposits of methane are likely present in other parts of the Arctic region as well.

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In Vitro Fertilization May Save Nearly Extinct Rhino

Scientists at the BioRescue project have announced a breakthrough in embryo transfer that could save the northern white rhinoceros from extinction. According to the World Wildlife Federation, two genetically different subspecies exist—the northern and southern white rhino—found in two different regions of Africa. There are only two northern white rhinos left, both of which are female, living under protected housing in Kenya.

The BioRescue team achieved the world’s first rhino pregnancy through in vitro fertilization by implanting a southern white rhino embryo in a surrogate mother named Curra. Although the surrogate mother died after two months due to an unrelated infection, the successful embryo transfer offers proof of concept that this strategy could help save the northern white rhinos.

Plans are underway to implant a northern white rhino embryo into a southern white rhino surrogate mother. The scientists have used preserved sperm and eggs from the remaining females to make 30 preserved embryos. The BioRescue project has cost millions of dollars, supported by public and private donors. Eventually, the group hopes to reintroduce northern white rhinos into the wild.

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Heal-Our-World Checklist

Our current systems and practices are depleting the Earth’s resources at an increasing rate well beyond its capacity to renew itself. According to the World Wildlife Fund, it takes a year-and-ahalf to generate the resources we use in one year. That’s an unsustainable path for the planet’s future.

The world needs topsoil to grow 95 percent of its food, and yet the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization estimated in 2019 that 90 percent of the Earth’s topsoil is likely to be at risk by 2050.

Such statistics seem daunting, but if each of us reduces their individual ecological footprint, together we can make a difference. Here is an action checklist. Consult it often and complete one action at a time. Think of incremental change as hope.

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Eat a meatless meal at least once a week.

Recycle paper, cardboard, plastic, glass and metals.

Use reusable water bottles.

Shop with reusable bags.

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R Choose products with less packaging to reduce waste.

Water

Take fewer and shorter showers. R

Run the dishwasher only when it is full. R

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Walk, bike and take public transportation over driving.

Drive a small car; turn off the engine when idling more than 30 seconds.

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R Avoid short airplane trips; take a bus or train instead.

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Energy Use and Toxins at Home

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Insulate walls, windows and ceilings.

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Keep thermostat low in winter and high in summer and strategically open windows.

Unplug electronics when not in use.

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RChoose sustainably produced, nontoxic furniture.

RUse biodegradable, nontoxic cleaning products.

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• Earth Overshoot Day, when humanity exhausts nature’s budget for the year, and how to #MoveTheDate at EarthOvershootDay.org.

• The personal footprint calculator at FootprintCalculator.org.

• Rodale Institute’s organic-growing resources at RodaleInstitute.org.

Sustainable Travel

Wanderlust With the Earth in Mind

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Whether travel is enjoyed for much-needed relaxation, cultural immersion or the opportunity to volunteer in an ecoprogram spotlighting permaculture or farming, journeying to places far and near greatly enriches our human experience. During these environmentally critical times, our travels may carry a hefty price tag that the planet can no longer afford. This does not mean we need to sacrifice adventure. Every traveler can make a difference not only for the Earth but for the local communities they visit.

According to the World Travel and Tourism Council, 8.1 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions can be attributed to travel and tourism. Being in the know and taking more responsibility for our environmental impact can be easier than commonly assumed, all the while inviting unexpected enjoyment.

Amanda Reiser, a global sustainable tourism specialist based in Pennsylvania, encourages her clients to consider the three pillars of sustainable tourism: environment, economy and equity. “We all can play a part in fostering sustainable tourism and

creating a more sustainable world," she explains, noting that a green-minded approach benefits not only the traveler but also the destination. "Ask yourself: Does my participation in this activity create a negative impact on the natural environment? Are there any actions to help reduce my environmental impact?"

A traveler’s footprint extends to the socio-cultural fabric of the destination, too. Reiser reminds travelers, “You may be in your destination for only a week, but the people who live there year-round feel the impacts of visitors every day, for better or worse.” By respecting local traditions and engaging locals in a respectful and inclusive manner, tourists can contribute positively to the cultural integrity of the communities they visit.

Greener Horizons

Instead of hitting all the trendy, transportation-reliant sights, opt to slow down and stay in one place for a longer period. This not only invites a richer, deeper experience but minimizes the need to hop onto another plane or bus. To support the local economy of a desired destination, buy locally produced items and book small, private hotels and inns, rather than international chains. Dining at locally owned eateries supports small business while giving travelers higherquality fare and a more authentic cultural experience.

When planning a trip, contemplate the many treasures of domestic travel or choose a location that is not drowning in overtourism. The influx of tourists can significantly strain fragile ecosystems, deplete resources and disrupt the lives of local communities. Consider destinations that can be crossed via boat, train or bus, such as the New York-Montreal border or clusters of countries in Europe or Southeast Asia.

Packing With Purpose

Making small choices even when packing a suitcase goes a long way. Bring ecofriendly sunscreen and opt for brands that avoid chemicals harmful to coral reefs and tropical environments. Pack a

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cloth tote bag for daily excursions and a reusable water bottle to avoid single-use plastics. Remember that by using plastic containers more than once, we reduce the amount of waste that is released over time. Try not to overpack—bring only the most necessary items, preferably those that can be recycled, reused and disposed of properly.

Sojourning With Savvy

To avoid getaway glitches, become acquainted with local laws and regulations. When planning a fishing excursion, for example, identify the legally designated fishing spots and avoid harming endangered species, which are heavily protected under national and international regulations. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) offers an interactive map to show where legal fishing areas are by state (fws.gov/fishing/map). Historical resources should also be taken into consideration. For instance, the Florida Keys require special permits for cultural, maritime, heritage and archeological explorations, including snorkeling expeditions of ancient shipwrecks and other unique, underwater sites.

It is always best to ask whether a destination is a naturally protected sanctuary or requires special permits. The FSW is a good reference site for information on activities in national wildlife refuges and the endangered animals that live there. To enjoy these areas to their fullest, make sure to find a knowledgeable local tour guide that understands the laws of the land.

Traveling consciously involves personal responsibility toward the environment through individual actions. “You can make a difference,” says David Knight, a professor of tourism management at Colorado State University. “Regenerative travel is not just leaving things the way you found them. It’s a matter of giving more than you take.”

Don’t Be Greenwashed

Greenwashing is a corrupt practice by companies that claim to support conscious tourism but fail to live up to their claims. Vetting businesses when planning a trip means delving into third-party research and reports to check the fine print. Before booking, make sure the ecolodge or ecotouring company being considered

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For tourism operations that have not been certified, the onus is on the

traveler. “Check with the local chambers of commerce. They should know who is working toward sustainability and can direct you to those aligned with what you are looking for,” says Claudia Gil Arroyo, an agricultural agent for the Rutgers University Cooperative Extension, in New Jersey. “If a tour operator or destination does not have a clear goal on how they’re contributing to the environment, it is unlikely that they are actually green.”

For tourism to be truly sustainable, it must also be economically viable for local communities. Economic sustainability ensures that tourism dollars benefit the local economy, creating fair wages, local sourcing and community empowerment, and allowing communities to thrive while preserving their cultural heritage. When traveling, support local, eco-friendly businesses that provide sustainable products. A good example is agritourism—a vacation stay at a participating local farm—which can provide exciting, hands-on learning experiences. “Get out there. Look for your local growers and check out the services and activities they offer,” says Gil Arroyo. “People have this idea that agritourism is just picking your pumpkins and that’s it, and there’s so much more that can be done at a farm.”

Eco-Friendly North American Parks

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Everglades National Park is a unique wetland ecosystem in Florida known as the “River of Grass”. It provides habitat for numerous endangered species, such as the Florida panther and the West Indian manatee. The park employs restoration efforts to preserve the natural water flow and conserve wildlife, with plenty of opportunities for eco-friendly recreational activities like kayaking and hiking.

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Long a staple of European travel, agritourism is growing in popularity in the United States, as concrete-weary urbanites seek out a taste of country living and a way to support small-scale farms. The concept broadly covers any activity linking agriculture with tourism, and it takes as many forms as there are farms. Farm-stay options run the gamut from helping with farm chores like feeding chickens and collecting eggs to structured classes on weaving, soap making or beekeeping.

“Living in towns and cities, most Americans are very disconnected from nature and agriculture. Farm stays are helping to make an important urban-rural connection,” says Scottie

Jones, founder of Farm Stay USA, an association connecting travelers with working farms and ranches that offer hands-on opportunities and overnight accommodations.

Since 2007, Jones has operated her own farm stay, the 70-acre Leaping Lamb Farm, in Alsea, Oregon. She has been surprised at many guests’ “agricultural illiteracy”, underscoring the importance of the educational experiences that farm stays like hers offer. “I used to send guests off to graze in the garden alone, but then realized many people don’t know what carrots look like in the field,” says Jones. “I would get questions like, ‘Don’t you need a brown cow to make chocolate milk?’”

More than one in three guests to Leaping Lamb Farm return for subsequent stays, a very high retention rate for the lodging industry. “We get to watch families grow up as they return to the farm year after year. That has a real impact, as we need the next generation to get involved in farming and food systems,” Jones notes.

Justin Bolois, of Los Angeles, got introduced to agritourism in Tuscany, later seeking out the farm experience closer to home. “We had been living in New York City at the time and came to value the expansive countryside being in Italy,” he says. “The family, which ran a vineyard, would cook incredible meals for us. Vacations are great when they mirror the experience of living in a place, and agritourism is one of the closest ways to access that.”

Bolois and his wife later discovered Straus Home Ranch, in Marshall, California, and fell in love with the place and its people so deeply they hosted their wedding there. The ranch was founded by a pair of pioneers in organic farming and land conservation in Marin County, and it was later revitalized to

include a farm stay by siblings Vivien, Miriam and Michael Straus after their parents’ deaths. “You can tell that Vivian and Michael not only care about what they do, they also care about you, and about you enjoying their life mission. That’s a very special bond to develop with an agritourism owner,” Bolois says.

The ranch features special touches, including a beautifully equipped kitchen to shuck local oysters or to host private chefs for farm-fresh meals served on a handcrafted table made of reclaimed redwood from their old hay barn. There is no cellphone reception on the ranch, encouraging guests to kayak, hike, birdwatch and stargaze.

“After being cooped up during COVID, people want to see wildlife and biodiversity again. People are aching to disconnect from their screens and reconnect with nature— what we call ‘dirt therapy’,” says Ashley Walsh, president and founder of Poconos Organics, one of the largest Regenerative Organic Certified farms on the continent, sprawling across 380 acres in Long Pond, Pennsylvania.

Walsh built the boutique resort, The Village at Pocono, with her grandfather when she was 25 as a sister destination to the farm. The accommodations feature full kitchens where guests can cook a cornucopia of produce fresh from the fields. Visitors can enjoy luxurious amenities on site, then pop over to the farm to attend hands-on cooking classes, wellness retreats, farm tours and more.

Beyond connecting with rural life, farm stays are a meaningful, mutually beneficial way for farmers and consumers to reconnect on a personal level. “Agritourism puts a face to farming. We want to educate people so they can make better choices in food and get to experience what really fresh food tastes like,” Jones says.

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“Conventional farming practices involve very heavy equipment, heavy tillage and a lot of inputs—chemical fertilizers, herbicides

and pesticides,” says Elizabeth Whitlow, the executive director of the Regenerative Organic Alliance. “Despite its high outputs, conventional farming does not necessarily guarantee nutritious, healthy crops.”

A majority of our meat originates from animal feeding operations (AFOs), where animals are commonly raised in confinement and fed genetically modified grains, as opposed to grazing or foraging in pastures or rangelands. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, “Manure and wastewater from [AFOs] have the potential to contribute pollutants such as nitrogen and phosphorus, organic matter, sediments, pathogens, hormones and antibiotics to the environment.”

Grass-Fed Beef

Grass-fed farming focuses on feeding livestock grass rather than grains and, in some cases, allowing them to forage for their food, which is considered more humane than AFOs. Rotational grazing, common in grass-fed farming, contributes to environmental sustainability by promoting soil fertility and biodiversity.

According to a 2019 review published in Nutrition Journal that compared the nutritional profiles of grass-fed and grainfed beef, scientists from the California State University College of Agriculture noted that grass-fed beef tends to be lower in overall fat and higher in several heart-healthy fatty acids and antioxidants, including omega-3s, conjugated linoleic acid, precursors for vitamins A and E, and glutathione. The authors also note, “To maximize the favorable lipid profile and to guarantee the elevated antioxidant content, animals should be finished [fed before slaughter] in 100 percent grass or pasture-based diets.”

While there is no federal standard for a grass-fed label, third-party certifiers that may lend a level of reliability include the American Grassfed Association and A Greener World. Look for 100 percent grass-fed and grass-finished certification, and remember that a grass-fed label doesn’t automatically mean that the product is organic or regenerative organic.

USDA Organic Certification

Established by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in 1990, the USDA Organic certification and farming practices focus on soil health, biodiversity and natural methods of pest and weed control, rather than using synthetic inputs like chemical fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides, or genetically modified organisms. According to the USDA, 17,445 certified organic farms operated a total of 4.9 million acres in 2021, amounting to less than 1 percent of U.S. farmland. From 2019 to 2021, sales of organic crops increased 5 percent to $6.1 billion.

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A 2019 study published in the journal Environmental Research reported that an organic diet may reduce exposure to a range of pesticides in children and adults. A 2024 review of studies published in the journal Food noted that certain health benefits have been associated with a higher consumption of organic foods, including a reduction in obesity, improvements in blood nutrient composition and a reduction in the development of nonHodgkin lymphoma and colorectal cancers. Rodale Institute’s Vegetable Systems Trial, a long-term, side-by-side comparison of conventional and organic methods, is designed to analyze nutrient density and explore the links between soil health and human health.

Regenerative Farming

In addition to adhering to the core principles of organic farming, regenerative agriculture sets out to actively rejuvenate and improve ecosystems, nurture soil health, foster biodiversity and promote water retention, with the added benefit of sequestering environmental carbon by

returning it to the soil. According to Kegan Hilaire, a small-farms consultant for Rodale Institute, this type of farming prioritizes human health, farmworker conditions, animal welfare and animal integration into farming methods. Farms and products that bear the Regenerative Organic Certification (ROC) label “meet the highest standards in soil health, animal welfare and social fairness,” Whitlow explains. As of 2023, 156 farms and about 1.1 million acres have received this certification, which is overseen by the Regenerative Organic Alliance, a nonprofit group of experts in farming, ranching, soil health, animal welfare, and farmer and worker fairness.

Voting With Our Pocketbooks

Hilaire points out that only about 1 percent of the U.S. population are

farmers, fewer are certified organic or regenerative, and many small farms employ these methods without getting the official paperwork. “The best certification is meeting your farmer and deciding if you trust where your food is coming from,” he suggests.

Grass-fed, organic and regenerative organic foods each offer unique benefits, from improved nutrition to environmental sustainability. Every purchase becomes a vote for the kind of world we want to live in. By selecting products aligned with our values, we can collectively drive positive change in the food system and shape a healthier, more sustainable future for generations to come.

Sara English is the owner of Wild Roots Farm Marketing, a digital marketing firm for regenerative farmers and ranchers. Connect at WildRootsFarmMarketing.com.

Organic Chicken Bone Broth

This easy, slow-cooker recipe fills the home with delightful aromas while providing a nutrient-dense broth. Using organic chicken supports farming practices that prioritize animal welfare and environmental sustainability.

YIELD: 8 SERVINGS

1-2 lbs organic whole chicken bones (leftovers from a whole chicken roast is perfect)

1 onion, roughly chopped

3 carrots, roughly chopped

3 celery stalks, roughly chopped

6 cloves garlic, smashed

2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar

2 tsp black peppercorns

1 tsp salt

Optional: fresh herbs such as parsley or thyme for extra flavor

Place the chicken bones in a large six-quart slow cooker. Add the vegetables, herbs (if using), garlic, apple cider vinegar, black peppercorns and salt on top of the bones and mix to combine. Fill the slow cooker with filtered water until the ingredients are submerged. Cover with the lid and set to low heat for 12 hours.

Once done cooking, let it cool for about 45 minutes before straining through a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl. Discard the solids. The liquid should be thick and gelatinous. Once cooled, transfer to jars or other containers, labeled with the date and contents, and store in the refrigerator for up to five days or freeze for up to three months. Reheat before serving.

Recipe courtesy of Sara English.

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Organic Egg Frittata

This frittata is bursting with farm-fresh goodness. Savor the superior taste and nutrition of organic eggs, supporting regenerative farming practices with every delicious bite.

YIELD: 4 SERVINGS

1 lb organic pork breakfast sausage, chopped

1 Tbsp grass-fed ghee or butter

1 onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups spinach leaves, chopped

8 large organic eggs

½ cup grass-fed cheddar cheese, shredded

Salt and pepper to taste

Preheat the oven to 350° F. In a large skillet on medium heat, add ghee or butter and onions. Cook until onions have softened, about four minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Add in chopped spinach leaves, stirring until wilted down, about one minute.

Place cooked mixture into a greased nine-by-13-inch baking dish and spread out evenly. Place sausage around edges of the pan and in-between gaps of the spinach-onion mixture for an even layer of sausage throughout the pan.

Crack eight eggs into a medium bowl and lightly beat together using a whisk or fork. Pour eggs over top of the sausage-spinach-onion mixture, ensuring all ingredients are covered in egg evenly and completely. Sprinkle with shredded cheese. Place dish in oven and cook for 25 minutes or until eggs are set through the center and golden brown on top.

Recipe courtesy of Sara English.

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A Look at Single-Use Plastics Understanding the Challenges and Solutions

by Sheryl DeVore

We might be tempted to bring plastic forks to a picnic or succumb to the expediency of prepackaged chips for our kids’ lunches, but single-use plastics wreak havoc on the environment and human health. Although marketed as disposable, most of these fossil fuel-derived, non-biodegradable items are not being recycled, so they languish indefinitely in landfills or pollute our waterways in the form of microplastics. “Plastic pollution has been linked to everything from infertility and cancer in humans to severe injury and death in wildlife,” says Veena Singla, senior scientist for the National Resources Defense Council, in New York.

Plastic Use Is Rampant

Roughly 30 percent of garbage in the U.S. comes from single-use plastics,” says Shawn Flood, a partner and vice president of operations and customer care

at SBC Waste Solutions, a waste collection company based in Broadview, Illinois. Marketed for their inexpensive, lightweight, flexible and impermeable qualities, we have come to rely on plastic grocery bags, shrink wrapping, drink bottles, stickers, K-cups, straws, gloves, takeout containers and other throwaway products. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, approximately 380 billion plastic bags and wraps are used annually, which require 12 million barrels of oil to make.

Recycling Is Not Happening

Many plastic products that could be recycled are still getting tossed into the landfill. “The biggest problem is contamination,” Flood explains. “When someone puts a plastic milk jug into the recycling bin and there’s still milk inside of it, that ends up getting trashed. Those

products become single-use plastics when consumers don’t do the correct job of washing recyclables.”

Banning Single-Use Plastics

Over the past few decades, countries including Costa Rica, France and Italy, as well as some U.S. states, have introduced laws that prohibit or tax single-use plastics. “They are banning single-use plastics in California,” Flood notes. “Everything is paper. Basically, you cannot find a plastic straw,” Flood notes.

Other states following the trend to ban certain plastics include Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, New York, Oregon, New Jersey and Vermont.

The U.S. Department of the Interior is phasing out single-use plastics on public lands, including national parks, by 2032. A Los Angeles County public works study reports that a ban on plastic bags in San

Jose has led to reductions of plastic bags found in storm drains (89 percent), rivers (60 percent) and residential areas (59 percent).

Some states, however, have chosen to protect the continued use of these items. For example, Indiana passed a bill in 2016 prohibiting city and county officials from taxing or restricting the use of disposable plastic bags by certain retailers. Similar laws have been enacted or proposed in Wisconsin, Idaho, Florida and Arizona.

Beware of Greenwashing

New single-use products are continually being introduced that claim to be better for the environment, but consumers need to be cautious of such promises, says Brandon Leeds, co-founder of SOFi Paper Products, based in Miami, Florida. “There’s a tremendous amount of greenwashing going on,” he explains. “They stamp the products as eco-friendly. For example, some agave straws are predominantly made with plastic and just mixed with agave.”

SOFi manufactures straws and drinking cups that are 100 percent paper, 100

percent plastic free and 100 percent compostable. They sell to 4,000 businesses in the U.S., including mom-and-pop coffee shops, high-end restaurants, convenience stores and popular food chains. Leeds remarks, “Our company mission is to educate people.”

Choosing Better Options

Alternatives to plastic, such as cotton or paper bags, also have environmental impacts, and the jury is out on whether single-use plastic bans can really improve the environment, according to Enhesa, a company that helps businesses with regulatory compliance.

A study commissioned by the American Recyclable Plastic Bag Alliance, a group that represents U.S. manufacturers and recyclers of plastic bags, found that New Jersey’s ban resulted in a 60 percent decline in bag volume. However, the study also found six times more woven and non-woven polypropylene plastic was used to produce reusable bags, which are not widely recycled. The non-woven bags consume 15 times more plastic, and

their production generates five times the greenhouse gas emissions per bag than the thin plastic bags.

Flood says one solution may be “to go back to the early days when glass was used for everything, and it could be used over and over.” Several states have created container deposit laws related to glass and plastic. In Oregon, for example, nearly every business that sells certain beverages in redeemable sealed containers is legally required to accept returned containers that can be recycled or reused.

The bottom line, Flood asserts, is that people need to move away from a throwaway mentality and stop using single-use plastics. “The consumer has the power to do anything,” he says. “When I go on vacation and I’m walking on the beach, I’m picking up pieces of plastic everywhere.”

Sheryl DeVore is a frequent contributor to national and regional publications and has authored six books on science, health and nature. Learn more at SherylDeVore. wordpress.com.

Relief for Parkinson’s Patients

How Traditional and Complementary Interventions Can Help

by Madiha Saeed, M.D.

According to the Parkinson’s Foundation, more than 10 million people worldwide and nearly 1 million Americans are living with Parkinson’s disease (PD). Every year, nearly 90,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with this ailment, which causes the gradual loss of dopamine-producing neurons in the brain. Symptoms that develop slowly over years include tremors;

stiff muscles; a slow, shuffling gait; and difficulties with movement and speech. There is no cure for PD, and by the time a patient is diagnosed, they may have already lost 60 to 80 percent of their dopamine-producing cells. According to Kenneth Sharlin, a board-certified neurologist and certified functional medicine doctor, the first line of defense for PD is levodopa (L-Dopa), a pharmaceutical

that is converted to dopamine in the body. “Unfortunately, natural strategies don’t get a lot of research, so no supplement has been shown to effectively treat the disease,” he asserts. “Mucuna pruriens, a tropical legume that grows in Africa, Asia and the Pacific Islands, naturally contains levodopa, but studies have shown it to be unreliable.”

Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that plays a role in controlling memory, mood, sleep, learning, concentration and movement. “If the car doesn’t have gas, then you can’t drive it,” explains Sharlin. Once a patient is taking levodopa to bring dopamine levels up, complementary strategies can be employed to help manage PD symptoms by as much as 73 percent, according to a panel of doctors participating in The Parkinson’s Solutions Summit. Exercise, sleep and even intimacy with a partner can all be managed well once the car has “gas” to drive it.

Exercise

According to Sharlin, the number one strategy for PD patients to maintain their motor function is exercise such as bicycling, chair yoga, movement classes in warm water pools, Pilates and dance. A meta-analysis published in Gerontology and Geriatrics analyzed 15 randomized controlled trials involving 498 participants in several countries to investigate the health impacts of self-directed physical activity (SDPA) on patients with early and mid-stage PD. The study examined the effects of moderateintensity exercises, including aerobics, dance, strength training, flexibility exercises and Nordic walking. The researchers found that the SDPA significantly enhanced gait function, balance, mobility, function and postural control.

Gut Health

Monitoring gut function is very important for patients with PD, as constipation is very common,” states Trupti Gokani, a board-certified neurologist, health and mindset coach, and Ayurvedic expert. Improving gut function with the help of key nutrients from vegetables, fruits, clean protein, nuts and seeds, olive oil, herbs and spices has been shown to slow the progression of the disease. It is best to choose organic when possible, as that will decrease the exposure to brain-toxic

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chemicals. A gluten-free diet has also been found to improve PD symptoms.

Sharlin recommends an antioxidantrich diet packed with polyphenols, along with green tea that contains catechins called epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), a natural antioxidant with neuroprotective properties.

Stress Reduction

Anxiety linked to PD can worsen the symptoms,” Gokani points out. Chronic stress is a risk factor for PD, because it elevates the hormone cortisol, which can interfere with neuronal plasticity and damage dopamineproducing neurons in the brain.

Incorporating deep breathing, meditation and other relaxation techniques is integral to improving the patient’s quality of life. According to Sharlin, “Mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques to self-regulate have a positive impact in regulating Parkinsonism.”

New Test to Confirm Diagnosis

When a patient comes to his office exhibiting PD symptoms, Sharlin now has

a new way to confirm a PD diagnosis by taking a small tissue sample and sending it to the lab to look for a neural protein called alpha synuclein, which is associated with PD. In a 2023 National Institutes of Health study involving 428 people with PD and 120 control volunteers, this skin biopsy was found to be very accurate, with 92.7 percent sensitivity.

Deep Brain Stimulation

According to Sharlin, deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a well-researched and well-developed treatment for PD. The surgical therapy involves implanting electrodes within areas of the brain to interrupt irregular signals that cause movement-related symptoms. A 2019 retrospective study of 400 patients that underwent DBS implantation found that 75 percent of the participants felt the procedure provided symptom control.

Fo cused ultrasound is another PD tool, using ultrasound beams to destroy areas in the brain cells that are causing movement problems. This procedure is permanent and can be done on

only one side of the brain, so it helps symptoms on only one side of the body. Treatment to both sides could cause speech, swallowing or memory problems. Sharlin notes that the results from focused ultrasound are no better than DBS and involve more intense intervention. Also, not all Parkinson’s patients are good candidates for this procedure.

Madiha Saeed is a holistic, functional and integrative doctor in Naperville, IL, and director of education for Documenting Hope and KnoWEwell.

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Get Fit and Get Outside How to Prepare for Outdoor Treks

by Marlaina Donato

Hitting the trails offers something for everyone, whether it’s hiking for the day or backpacking and roughing it overnight in remote areas. According to the 2022 Outdoor Participation Trends Report, getting up close and personal with Mother Nature is more popular than ever in the States, with 58.7 million hikers and 10.3 million backpackers in 2021.

With health benefits like stronger heart health, a lower risk of respiratory ailments and a boost in mental health, hiking is a fun way to stay fit, but prepping for the physical demands of local trails or wilderness is essential for both endurance and injury prevention. “A strong, well-conditioned body is your best ally when crossing rough terrain and overcoming unexpected challenges,” says Larry Pringle, a certified

fitness trainer and founder of Perfect Fit Training and Nutrition, a holistic training hub for busy entrepreneurs.

A Trail Plan for Any Age

With great diversity of trail challenges to choose from, hiking is doable for most people. “If you're generally healthy, no matter your age, you can complete any hike you’ve always wanted to do,” says Fit for Trips hiking coach Marcus Shapiro. “I have had the privilege of working with many individuals who are over 70 years old, and they have successfully reached the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro and the base camp of Mount Everest.”

Shapiro estimates an eight-to-12-week training regimen for younger hikers and 12 to 16 weeks of preparation for older

enthusiasts. For the best fitness outcome, he underscores the importance of choosing the right exercises for the sport, explaining, “Every recreational activity requires a unique training approach for best results. It’s called ‘specificity of training’.” His Fit for Trips training includes inclines, stairs, lunges, distance and high-intensity interval training.

To meet the challenge of walking for hours at a time, cardiovascular conditioning like jogging, brisk walking, time on the treadmill or cycling is a good place to begin. Adding a heavy backpack of survival supplies to the equation requires extra strength in the legs, core and upper body and is best achieved through squats, planks, lunges and push-ups. Full body stretching with emphasis on hamstrings, quadriceps, hips and back are also essential.

Make It a Lifestyle

To avoid weekend warrior injuries, it is wise to adopt a hiker’s mentality in everyday life. “Start slow and find ways to incorporate more movement into your daily life,” advises Maggie Peikon, communications director of American Hiking Society. “Skip the escalator or elevator and opt for taking the stairs instead. You’ll be glad to have gotten those extra steps in when you’re taking on uphill climbs out on the trail.” She also hails the perks of biking to the store with a backpack or walking to the park for a lunch break if it is safe and feasible. Most of all, Peikon stresses the value of going slow and listening to the body.

The benefits of getting outdoors goes beyond physical health and spills over into positive impacts on the environment. Peikon muses, “When we hike, our connection to the places we explore grows. When we feel connected to a place— whether a trail or a favorite spot outdoors— we are more likely to step forward to protect the environment and change our behavior to lessen our negative impacts.”

For Pringle, having a strong body carries over into other areas of living. “Getting ready for the trails means getting ready for life. Before you hit those paths, hit the gym. It’s not just about reaching mountaintops; it’s about reaching for your best self.”

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National Trails Day

June 1 is National Trails Day, a day of service for hometown trails and the people that love them. Promoted by the American Hiking Society, public events throughout the country offer opportunities for tens of thousands of participants to come together in partnership to advocate for, maintain and clean up public lands and trails. To learn more and find a nearby event, visit AmericanHiking.org/national-trails-day.

Finding a Nearby Trail

Check out these sites for detailed information about hometown trails that match the hiker’s level of ability.

• AllTrails.com

• FaroutGuides.com

• HikingProject.com

What to Pack on the Trail

• Sturdy, appropriate footwear—from trail shoes for moderate terrain to heavy hiking boots for strenuous climbs

• Nutrient-dense food

• Rain gear and dry-fast layers for changing weather

• Means to start an emergency fire

• Whistle

• Flashlight

• First-aid kit

• Multi-tool or knife

• Sunscreen, sunglasses and sunprotective clothing

• Lightweight protection from the elements

Marlaina Donato is an author, visionary painter and composer. Connect at BluefireStudio.art.

Natural Pet

Taking Pets on Family Trips

Holistic Tips for Stress-Free Traveling

by Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT, NAN

Pets are part of our family, and ensuring their comfort during travel speaks volumes about our bond with them. Travel, whether by car, train or plane, can significantly affect pets, leading to symptoms of anxiety such as excessive barking, whining, pacing and, in some cases, aggression or withdrawal. To address a pet’s anxiety, it is critical to understand their perspective. Travel disrupts their feeling of safety. Mitigating this disturbance with natural

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• Hemp Oil: Anecdotal reports from dog owners suggest that cannabidiol (CBD), which is abundantly found in hemp oil, can significantly aid in managing anxiety. These observations are supported by a study conducted at the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine in which 83 percent of participating dogs demonstrated a decrease in stress or anxiety-related behaviors after consuming CBD chews prior to a stressful event.

• Herbal Supplements: Herbs like chamomile, valerian root and passionflower have been used for centuries to relieve anxiety in humans, and are equally as effective in pets. They can be administered in the form of treats or capsules. Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) and chamomile (Anthemis nobilis) have been reported to enhance relaxation behaviors such as resting and sleeping, and to diminish dog barking in rescue shelters.

and comforting interventions ensures that such journeys can evolve into harmonious and enriching adventures.

Holistic Remedies and Techniques

Holistic veterinary medicine offers a range of solutions that address travel-induced anxiety in pets. By focusing on natural remedies that promote calmness, we can avoid the side effects often associated with pharmaceuticals.

• Aromatherapy: When diffused in a pet’s travel space, essential oils such as lavender and frankincense can create a serene environment and significantly reduce stress and anxiety. Choose therapeutic-grade oils and verify with a veterinarian that they are safe for pets, as certain essential oils can be harmful to our furry friends.

• Acupressure: By applying pressure to specific points on a pet’s body, we can help release tension and encourage a calm state. It is especially useful for pets that are less amenable to oral supplements, offering a noninvasive path to relaxation. Pet owners can be trained in this modality by a veterinarian or acupressure therapist that specializes in treating pets.

Managing Travel Anxiety

Dr. Mary Burch, a certified applied animal behaviorist, emphasizes the value of taking preparatory steps as early as possible before the family embarks on a journey. Introducing a dog to the car well before a trip, for example, can significantly help make them more comfortable. This method involves gradually acclimating the pooch to the vehicle in a series of steps—from simply spending time in a parked car to taking short drives. Such preparatory measures allow pets to become familiar with the environment of a vehicle, associating it with positive experiences and rewards, thereby easing their anxiety and making travel a more enjoyable experience for all.

Practical Tips for Pet Owners

• Start early. Gradually acclimate a pet to their travel carrier and intended mode of transportation.

• Maintain a routine. As much as possible, stick to the pet’s regular feeding and exercise schedule to provide a sense of normalcy.

• Stay calm. Pets often pick up on their owner’s emotions; maintaining a calm demeanor can help reassure them.

• Consult a holistic veterinarian: Before introducing any new supplement or remedy, consult with a professional to ensure it is appropriate for a pet’s health status and needs.

Ruth Roberts is an integrative veterinarian and holistic health coach for pets, as well as the creator of The Original CrockPet Diet. Learn more at DrRuthRoberts.com.

Exploring Beyond the Classroom

Nurturing Healthy Minds Through Travel

by Megy Karydes

When Desiree Miller and her daughter visited Rome, they met a couple from Ukraine celebrating their honeymoon. There was talk of a possible war, so they chatted about what that might mean for the newlyweds. Later that day, her daughter asked their Italian driver his thoughts about the impending conflict in Ukraine with Russia, and he said he didn’t like it because it was going to raise gas prices.

“Traveling feels like it shrinks the world,” says Miller, an Atlanta-based travel writer, vlogger, digital streaming producer, co-host of the “Time to Talk Travel” podcast and mother of four. “So many children these days only know what’s in their backyard or their general neighborhood or community, the school they go to, and that’s the extent of their communication with other people. But when I take my daughter to other countries, she gets to experience people from those countries and beyond.”

According to the 2023 U.S. Family Travel Survey released by the Family Travel Association, 80 percent of the respondents indicated that travel helps children see the world from a broader perspective, and 67 percent said their children have become more interested in other cultures because of their travel experiences.

Nasreen Stump agrees that travel expands a child’s worldview. “I want my kids to be curious, because curiosity leads to lifelong learning,” says the mother of four, a content creator and co-host of the “Time to Talk Travel” podcast. “When you’re in different places, and you see something that’s different, you think, ‘Oh, what’s that?’ and want to learn more about it. It’s the same with similarities.”

Managing Expenses

Families need not break the bank to enjoy meaningful experiences away from home. Here are a few money-saving travel ideas suggested by Stump and Miller.

• Take shorter trips. As they’ve grown older, each of Stump’s children have developed different interests, so instead of traveling as a family all the time, she takes each of them on one-on-one trips based on their interests. When the family does come together for an excursion, a day trip or weekend getaway is a more affordable option.

• Hop on the internet. Miller’s youngest daughter, now 18 years old, loves using TikTok as a jumping-off point to research travel destinations, local restaurants, activities and events. Other kids rely on YouTube to get ideas or travel virtually.

• Enjoy a staycation. For families that can’t afford multiple plane tickets, closer-to-home experiences offer fun learning opportunities such as attending a multicultural fair to watch live performances or trying a new cuisine at a nearby restaurant or in a cooking class.

• Take advantage of free or discounted deals. Some libraries offer free passes to museums for library card holders. National parks have free entrance days throughout the year. Check nps.gov for upcoming dates. Flights and hotels are often discounted during the shoulder season—the period between a region’s peak season and offseason. Some credit cards allow members to use their reward points for travel-related discounts.

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Preparing for Travel

• Research destinations. Bookmark areas of interest on a Google map or add them to a Pinterest board. Read books, magazine articles and travel blogs about different locales.

• Sample the cuisine. Much can be learned about a culture through food. Experiment with new ingredients by visiting specialized grocery stores that cater to different cultures, or join a snack subscription with selections from around the world.

• Learn a new language. Check out apps like Duolingo, Babbel and Rosetta Stone.

Traveling Is Empowering

Life is full of challenges, and traveling, especially to foreign ports, can test anyone’s patience. Some of Miller’s children don’t love to travel because of flight delays or other unexpected mishaps. Her youngest is more adaptable. According to Miller, dealing with adversity is part of life, and travel is a great teacher.

Traveling allows kids to get out of their comfort zones, and for many, that sense of adventure is powerful. Whether exploring historical landmarks, taking part in hiking excursions, trying new foods, hearing different languages and dialects, or meeting new people, family travel can help children feel more comfortable, less isolated and see the world in a new light.

Making Memories

Children love to collect souvenirs on their travels as a way to remember their experiences. Miller and her daughter usually buy a piece of jewelry because it is small and doesn’t take up any suitcase space. Stump’s family likes to take lots of photographs and bring home candy from the culture. Rocks or shells, if permitted, also make wonderful keepsakes.

Memories go beyond objects. Multigenerational travel allows children to see their grandparents from a fresh perspective. Kids will remember travel experiences long after they return home. “Travel gives you a real appreciation of the world beyond what you see every day,” Miller says, adding that her daughter has befriended other travelers with whom she still stays in contact.

Megy Karydes is a Chicago-based writer and author of 50 Ways to More Calm, Less Stress: Scientifically Proven Ways to Relieve Anxiety and Boost Your Mental Health Using Your Five Senses.

Connecting to Sentient Earth

by Marlaina Donato

Each April, Mother Nature spills blossoms from her apron as songbirds trill the songs of their ancestors and prepare for the next generation. Contrary to widespread human assumption, many animal species grieve, express empathy and form bonds that still elude our complete understanding. Trees communicate through complex root systems. Plants respond to environmental and emotional stimuli. Wolves howl their soul-song, and particles of desert sand emit bell-like

frequencies if the wind’s provocation is just right. Our planet is alive on levels beyond our senses or scientific instruments.

To the ancient Greeks, Gaia (also known as Gaea) was a living being separate from the gods that ruled the Earth—a primordial, maternal entity from which all life springs. Through the centuries, luminaries such as Plato or 1970s scientist James Lovelock have endeavored to define this life force, but perhaps 12th-century abbess and visionary Hildegard von Bingen came

closest when she coined the word veriditas to denote “the greening power of nature”. Whether we see this innate energy as simple photosynthesis or handiwork of a higher power, sentient Earth is our all-providing, intelligent resource from cradle to grave.

Many of us can remember a moment in childhood when nature startled our consciousness, be it in a drop of pond water under a microscope or in the shocking power of a summer thunderstorm. We ran barefoot over her grassy lap, made wishes on stars and boggled our minds trying to grasp the concept of light years. This intimate relationship with the planet and her cosmic connections may dwindle in adulthood, but something deep within our souls—if we are honest with ourselves—longs to reunite with anima, Earth’s everpresent, pervasive energy.

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Earth Day is an invitation to sync our hearts to Gaia’s force, feel the holy purpose of roots beneath our footsteps and witness her sanctity by planting a simple container garden or inhaling her breath of spring deeply into our lungs, exhaling gratitude.

Marlaina Donato is an author, multimedia expressionist and a cultivator of wild well-being. Connect at BluefireStudio.art.

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ONLINE CLASSES

Tuesday, April 2

Angels 101 – 7-8pm. Angel Connection of the Treasure Coast led by Karin Maynard Eberly, a certified Angel Guide, Angel Intuitive and Channel, and Certified Angel Tarot reader. Discover the power of angels, how to interpret the messages they have for you and how they can support and guide you in your daily life. 561-3207581. Free. bit.ly/tcangels101

Tuesday, April 16

Break Up With The Past -- Begin Moving Forward – 11am-12:15pm. A Special Zoom Training -- Learn three strategies to override conflicting feelings and emotions so that you can focus on your hopes, dreams, and vision for the future. Free. LivingAboveTheOrdinary.com

Sunday, April 14

Sound of Soul Event – 11am-noon. It will be an online zoom, or teleconferencing event. Please join us to Experience HU, the Sound of Soul. Chanting the word HU can bring peace, calm, and expanded awareness. After an inspirational quote, we chant the word HU for twenty minutes followed by a time of silent contemplation then a spiritual discussion. The Zoom link/ dial-in information will be sent to those that RSVP to eck-Florida.org by April 13. Free. eck-Florida.org

SPACE COAST EVENTS

Monday, April 1

Mystic Monday – 6-7:30pm. A blend of spiritual consciousness, powerful healing experiences, and personal mystical guidance. Includes healing vibrations of Crystal Bowls, tuning forks, Tibetan Sound Healing Bowls, personal healing from master healer Maria Banas and a clairvoyant message from professional intuitive, Cheri Hart. Prepare one personal or spiritual question. $35. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Wednesday, April 3

Good Vibrations: Sound Bath Healing Meditation – 5:30-7pm. Anthony Profeta uses Crystal & Himalayan Singing Bowls, and other instruments to create an environment & experience that will wash away your stress. break loose energy blocks and allow you to enter into a state of relaxation & healing. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams. com/special-events

Thursday, April 4

Spiritual Intuitive Development and Healing Course – 7-8:30pm. The 8-week course teaches spiritual independence and helps build a strong foundation to prepare for the more advanced practices. Teachings include Techniques for balancing the Chakras, Tech-

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niques for Reading the Aura, Spirit Guides, Past Life Regression technique, Intuitive Development and more. Cheri Hart is a professional clairvoyant, a Medical Intuitive, and a Certified Master-Healer. Held on Thursdays. Bring a journal and pen. $250 (includes handouts & mentoring). Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-7299495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Friday, April 5

Ashtanga Yoga Workshop with Tim Feldmann – 6-8:30pm. Primary Series Guided Class + Yoga Talk + Q&A with Tim Feldmann, this Module $65. (Full Workshop $180). Yoga Gallery Downtown, 2006 Vernon Place, Suite A, Melbourne. 321-381-8890. YogaGalleryDowntown.com

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Sunday April 7

Weekend Yoga Intensive: Chakras: Spinning Your Wheels to Wellness – 6-9pm. Focus on understanding energy anatomy 101, developing an experiential & knowledge-based understanding of the Chakras. Saturday 10am-6pm & Sunday 9am-5pm. Registered yoga teachers with Yoga Alliance earn 20 CE’s. Led by Nicole and Craig Costello. $425 (entire weekend). Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-7299495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Fridays, April 5, 12, 26

Halotherapy & Light Therapy Seminar and Tour – 2-3pm. Halotherapy, chromotherapy, red light therapy, and infrared sauna therapy: What are they? Why do they matter? Who do they help? How are they administered? Where are the services available? When is a good time to engage in these services? Free but must RSVP at least 1 day prior to the event Admin@HaloTherapyStudio.com or call 321-305-4510. HaloTherapyStudio.com

Saturday, April 6

Digestive System (Earth) – 9am-1:30pm. The course is a 6-month, on-site program meeting Saturdays. An introduction to both Western Herbalism and Chinese Theory as they apply to the body systems. It consists of lectures and hands-on experience. Participants may register for the entire course or for individual classes. For more information or to reserve your space, call 321-779-4647. Mama Jo’s Sunshine Herbals 1300 Pinetree Drive, Indian Harbour Beach.

I am the Solution – 9am-6pm. Attendees will receive swag bags and find candles, natural makeup, chiropractic, natural painrelief patches, Norwex natural cleaning products, crystals and much more. Speakers include Joel Fuhrman, MD, Thomas E Levy, MD, JD, Jennifer Gramith, ND, Lillian Mc Dermott, CLC on tricks covering lymphedema to balancing the diet with micro and macro nutrients. Save $24 with code lilly002. Space Coast Health Foundation 1100 Rockledge Blvd, Rockledge. Register at WhenYouNeedaFriend.com

Saturday, April 6 &

Sunday, April 7

Spring Fever in The Garden – 9am-5pm. Sunday 10am-4pm. Kid zone with kid’s activities, entertainment and vendors. Visit the Native Butterfly Flowers Nursery booth and choose from over 250 species of Florida

native wildflowers, shrubs and trees. Create a butterfly garden in your yard and help the environment using Florida native plants. Free. Downtown Winter Garden

Monday, April 8

Healing with Solar Eclipse Day Retreat – 10:30am-4pm. Yoga, Reiki Circle, Manifestation, Sound Bath and Meditation. $60 Spark of Divine 1789 Dixie Hwy, Vero Beach. 772-257-6499. SparkofDivine.com

New Moon Crystal Bowl Meditation with Reiki Healing – 5:30-7:30pm. This is a meditative journey of healing, relaxation, & connection. Crystal Bowls & Himalayan Bowls will be played during the entire meditation. Led by Maria Banas. Bring a yoga mat. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/ special-events

Tuesday, April 9

Monthly Education Series – 11am. Monthly Education Series designed to help you get the most out of your Health & Wellness planning. Program held 2ndTuesday of each month. Presented by Care Plus Health Plans, Omni Health Care and Helping Seniors of Brevard. Free. Senior Resource Center, 1344 S. Apollo Blvd., Suite 2-C, Melbourne.

Wednesday, April 10

High Vibration: Spiritual Hygiene and Psychic Protection – 5:30-7:30pm. Learn the importance of good spiritual hygiene using methods and tools to keep your vibration high while maintaining a neutral state when working with others, meditating or asking for spiritual guidance and assistance. Led by Cindy Jovanovic. $30. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Thursday, April 11

The Anti-Inflammatory Diet – 7-8pm. Chronic inflammation is the root cause of many illnesses-including heart disease, many cancers and Alzheimer’s disease. Learn the fundamentals of an anti-inflammatory lifestyle so that you don’t have to suffer. Presented by Dr. Brian Walsh. Free but call 321-728-1387 to register. CARE Natural Wellness Center, 1051 Eber Blvd, Suite 102, Melbourne. CareWellnessFL.com

Friday, April 12

Spirit Light Circle with Mark Anthony – 6:308:30pm. Mark Anthony will use his abilities as a psychic medium to connect each participant with loved ones in spirit. Everyone receives a

reading. Limited to 6 participants. For more information about Mark Anthony, visit AfterLifeFrequency.com. $275. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Saturday, April 13

Downtown Melbourne Botanical Festival – 8am-4pm. Free family-friendly event with garden sculptures, flowers, plants, garden-themed art, food and more. Visit the Native Butterfly Flowers Nursery booth and choose from over 250 species of Florida native wildflowers, shrubs and trees. Create a butterfly garden in your yard and help the environment using Florida native plants. 1900 Building S. Harbor City Blvd, Downtown Melbourne.

Energy Medicine Yoga – 11am-12:30pm. Move the body through classic yoga postures that are interwoven with ancient traditional healing modalities including working with the meridian system, tapping, self-massage, holds to calm and regulate the body’s stress responses, and much more. Led by Brittany Travis. $25 or $20 early pre-paid discount. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Astrology for Personal & Spiritual Transformation – 4-5:30pm. Learn how astrology has influenced most of the world’s religions, and how the planets influence our personality and predict the time and type of challenges we face in life. Call in advance to have your chart prepared for the workshop. For more information, visit BruceOrion.com. $20 chart included. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Sunday, April 14

Lightworker Community Sunday Circle – 10am. An hour of Universal Inspiration, Higher Consciousness, Meditation, Healing & Devotional Chants. Facilitated by Cheri Hart, speaker: Cindy Jovanovic, music: Johnny Powell, meditation: Bruce Orion. (Second Sunday of every month) Pre-registration recommended. Donation $10-$20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Bloom into Being Full Yoga Practice –Noon. Practice will include asana (physical postures), pranayama (breathwork), mantra and mudra, guided yoga nidra meditation and a blissful extended savasana with quartz crystal sound bowl healing. Led by Cindy Jovanovic. $30. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Thursday, June 20 - Saturday, June 29

Peru Spiritual Retreat – Join head teachers as we facilitate Cosmic Journeys and Ceremonies and teach self-healing from a spiritual perspective in sacred destinations. Chacana Spiritual Center, 2299-B Sarno Rd, Melbourne. 321-610-1698. For more information visit ChacanaCenter.com/retreats

Thursday, August 1 – Friday, August 9

Ireland-A Celtic Journey – Join The Chacana Spiritual Center in partnership with Starlight Tours & Travel in the shamanic retreat Ireland. Chacana Spiritual Center, 2299-B Sarno Rd, Melbourne. 321-610-1698. For more information visit ChacanaCenter.com/retreats

Sunday, September 8 – Tuesday, September 17

Egypt-Golden Light - This is a journey of self-discovery supported by the energies and the guidance of Shamanic facilitator Shannon “Apu” Davis. Chacana Spiritual Center, 2299-B Sarno Rd, Melbourne. 321-610-1698. For more information visit ChacanaCenter.com/retreats Space

Quiet the Mind Seminar by Eileen Bild –2-3pm. Do you have a busy mind that keeps you up at night and won’t shut off during the day? You will learn about why you can’t stop it and the keys to quieting the constant chatter. The presenter is Eileen Bild. Free. Universal Energy Massage, 602 Brevard Avenue, Cocoa Village. 321-480-2785. UniversalEnergyMassage.com

Kundalini Yoga Workshop: Body Adjustment to Elevate the Spirit – 3-4:30pm. During this workshop, KP guides us gently through each kriya to address the wholebody structure to help improve our physical and mental health for one’s elevation, for one’s “being-ness”. $25 (pre-paid early registration: $20). Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Monday, April 15

A Healing Reiki/Sound Healing Journey to The Tree of Life & Knowledge – 5:30-7pm. Connect with the Spirit of the Tree of Life, and cleanse the body, mind and Spirit of toxic thoughts and emotions. Bring your own yoga mats, pillows and water. Led by Maria Banas. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Wednesday, April 17

Sacred Sound Meditation with Crystal Bowls – 5:30-6:45pm. Immerse in the healing, balancing, relaxing sound waves of the crystal bowls, Tibetan bells, ancient mantras and drum. Led by Susan Rizzo. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Thursday, April 18

Back Pain Relief that Works – 6:30-7:30pm. Learn the most effective ways to relieve

back pain. Attendees will learn the causes of back pain, how to resolve back pain using herbs, Korean Hand Therapy, and Egoscue posture exercises. Free. All attendees will receive a free sample of our Muscle and Joint. Attendees, please bring comfortable clothes and shoes. For more information call 321-501-8624. Fitness Therapy Studio 320 N. Atlantic Ave 8A Cocoa Beach.

Friday, April 19

Chakra Balancing: Guided Mantra & Sound Meditation – 5:30-7pm. Anthony Profeta guides us to healing and attunement by playing the crystal bowls to help remove and break up blocked energy. Move one by one up through the chakra system, introducing the Bija (seed) Mantras which the group will chant together to help align, balance, and purify our 7 energy centers. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Saturday, April 20

SuperHero Run to Benefit Local Abused Children – 7:30am. The event, sponsored by the Friends of Children of Brevard, starts with the One-Mile Fun Run at 7:30 am, followed by the 5K race at 8am. This year’s theme is “Wonder Women,” celebrating strength, and justice for foster children as inspired by Wonder Woman. DJ Yves, a costume contest with prizes, a bounce house, and many other fun activities. Prices vary according to races. The Avenues Viera, 2261 Town Center Ave, Viera. Online registration is available at RunSignUp.com/Race/FL/Viera/Superhero

Respiratory & Immune System (Metal) – 9am-1:30pm. The course is a 6-month, on-site program meeting Saturdays. An introduction to both Western Herbalism and Chinese Theory as they apply to the

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DONATIONS NEEDED FOR WILD FLORIDA RESCUE (WFR) – WFR provides safe and compassionate emergency first response service for wildlife in need of urgent medical attention. They operate on the generosity of our community and are in need of an ambulance. Visit WildFloirdaRescue.org to donate to their Go Fund Me drive or to set your amazon smile charity to WFR. 321-821-7881.

DONATIONS NEEDED FOR CENTRAL BREVARD HUMANE SOCIETY – The Merritt Island Adoption Center and CBHS Shelter is in need of donations like Purina Cat, Kitten and Puppy Chow, canned food (kittens, puppies, cats and dogs), kitten formula (KMR), dog and cat toys, paper towels, mops and buckets, laundry detergent, trash bags and white copy paper. All donated items can be brought to the Brevard Humane Society in Cocoa or the Merritt Island Adoption Center. See their wishlist on Amazon or Chewy by visiting BrevardHumaneSocity.org. 321-6363343 Cocoa: ext 201. Merritt Island: ext. 214.

THE DAILY BREAD SOUP KITCHEN ACCEPTING DONATIONS – Men and women’s clothing, personal care products, sunscreen, first aid, sheets, blankets, towels and more. Visit DailyBreadInc.org for a list of needed supplies and to view their amazon wishlist. Donations may be dropped off at the kitchen, 815 East Fee Avenue, Melbourne, Monday - Friday, 8:30am-1:30pm or Saturday 8-11:30am. 321-723-1060.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - Can you spare two hours a week to deliver meals to Brevard’s most frail seniors? The work is very rewarding and only you can put a smile on the face of those seniors who are homebound. Other volunteer opportunities include kitchen and admin work. If interested, please call the Meals on Wheels office at 321-639-8770 or visit AgingMattersBrevard.org.

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COAST VOLUNTEERS – Join the pack of volunteers ages 12 to 92 providing cat care, dog walking, community event and admin support, mobile adoptions, pet therapy and humane education, and thrift store support. Visit hstc1.org to complete an application form or view their donation wish list.

EVENTS

Saturday, April 20

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Coastal Garden & Earth Day Fair – 9am3pm. This family friendly, outdoor fair promotes nature and nurturing our environment while beautifying our surroundings. A variety of vendors will be on hand showcasing garden related products, native plants, educational displays, sustainability products, refreshments and live music. Free attendance. DRS Community Center 1089 S. Patrick Dr. Satellite Beach. 321-773-6458. SatelliteBeach.org

Space Coast Electric Vehicle Earth Day Event – 10am-2pm. See dozens of electric cars, motorcycles and bicycles, ask questions and test drive. See NASA Apollo Moon Buggy. Free. The American Muscle Car Museum 3500 Sarno Rd, Melbourne.

Party 4 the Planet: Sunset Bash – 6:308:30pm. Explore the Zoo with a guided sunset tour, take part in nature-inspired games and activities and dance the night away to a live DJ. All participants must be 5 or older with minors requiring at least 1 adult companion. $35/adult, $30/child. Members receive $5 off. Brevard Zoo 8225 North Wickham Rd Melbourne. 321-2549453. BrevardZoo.org

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Arbor Day & Earth Day Celebration – 9am4pm. Community celebration of all things environmental featuring live entertainment, food, retail vendors, art show, family-friendly activities, environmental organizations. Free. Riverview Park 600 US 1 Sebastian. For more information call 772-388-8206.

St. Lucie Earth Day Festival – 10am-4pm. Highlighting unique eco-art, sustainable living ideas and community resources. Features local organizations and businesses that will share hands-on activities throughout the preserve. Kids adventure in nature playscape, musical forest, live animal encounters and Eco-challenge tent. Free. Oxbow Eco-Center 5400 NE St James Drive, Port St. Lucie. 772-785-5833. StLucieEarthDay.com

Dune to Lagoon Earth Day 5K – 5:30pm. Proceeds will be donated to the Environmental Studies Center in Jensen Beach to use for scholarships for elementary age students to attend summer camps. Enjoy the views of the lagoon before returning to Dune for the race celebration. Jensen Beach Park 4191 Northeast Ocean Blvd Jensen Beach. 954-609-9958.

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body systems. It consists of lectures and hands-on experience. Participants may register for the entire course or for individual classes. For more information or to reserve your space, call 321-779-4647. Mama Jo’s Sunshine Herbals 1300 Pinetree Drive, Indian Harbour Beach. Can register for whole course or individual classes.

A Journey in Sound: Sound Healing & Singing Bowl Training Workshop – 10am5:30pm. Sound is a form of energy that affects people in many ways. Gain a foundational understanding of sound and its effect on the body, mind and soul. Learn the basics of how to play and work with Singing Bowls. Led by Anthony Profeta. $350. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

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Sunday, April 21

Plant Based Nutrition Workshop – 3-5pm. Learn to move into plant-based eating in whatever capacity fits your lifestyle. Gain new insights on plant-based nutrition, including the research behind plant-based diets, why your body might be holding onto fat (and how to change it) and more. Includes is a week’s supply of original plant-based recipes. Led by Maria Ulbricht. $50 (prepaid in advance $35). Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Monday, April 22

Activate and Heal the 7-Chakra System with Reiki, Mantras, Mudras and Sound Healing – 5:30-7pm. Activate the chakras and learn how the techniques in this experience can help to remove any blocked energy centers. Maria will channel Reiki through the crystal and Tibetan bowls. While lying in Savasana, she will offer hands-on Reiki and essential oils specific to each chakra. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

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Tuesday, April 23

Full Moon Ocean Meditation – 7-8:30pm. Powerful for releasing things from your life, old negative emotions and thinking, and transformation. Includes a Crystal and Tibetan bowl meditation and if weather permits will cross street to the ocean for silent meditation under the moon. Led by Anthony Profeta. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

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Wednesday, April 24

Kundalini Yoga & Healing Gong: Practice to Become Crystal Clear – 5:30-7:30pm. With Certified Kundalini teacher, KP, you’ll use this

practice to recycle any staleness or density that is weighing you down and freshen up your energy environment with subtleness and clarity. Marilyn will play the Gong for a deeper meditation and healing experience. $35 (prepaid early registration $20). Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Friday, April 26

Deeksha Healing & Sound Immersion

Frequency – 5:30-7pm. Maria Banas will be working with the frequencies of Tibetan and Crystal bowls, Koshi chimes, percussion, and healing drums. Creating sacred space, they will be played throughout the room and around each person’s body. Experience the Deeksha Blessing, which is a transfer of energy to initiate higher states of consciousness. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events

Saturday, April 27

Reiki 3 / Advanced Reiki Certification Course – 11am-6pm. Holy Fire II, Reiki III/ Advance Reiki certification and meditation. The student receives the Master Reiki Symbol to be included with the three previous symbols received in Level II. Topics: Reiki and Spirit release, Spiritual protection, World Peace and Crystal Grids and more. Instructor Maria Banas. $250 (book included). Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

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Sunday, April 28

Energy Medicine Yoga – 11am-12:30pm. Move the body through classic yoga postures that are interwoven with ancient traditional healing modalities including working with the meridian system, tapping, self-massage, holds to calm and regulate the body’s stress responses, and much more. Led by Brittany Travis. $25 or $20 early pre-paid discount. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

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Monday, April 29

Kundalini Yoga Workshop: The Feminine Restorative – 5:30-7pm. Certified Kundalini teacher, KP, mindfully leads the class through a series of poses to help stimulate and clear the glandular and nervous systems. She shares the purpose, philosophy and wisdom of Kundalini Yoga. $25 (pre-paid early registration: $20). Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

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TREASURE COAST EVENTS

Monday, April 1

Meditation in the Mermaid room of Harmony Lounge – 7-8pm. Please Join Tess for monthly group meditation on Monday in the Mermaid room in Harmony Lounge and tap into your own peaceful nature. Group meditation can be powerful and is a great way to connect with others and expand your meditation practice. We need to learn how to go within and find our peaceful nature; it is crucial for our future experience. When we are more peaceful, our world will become peaceful. All levels, all ages Donation $10 cash p/p. Harmony Music Lounge, 116 Ave A Marina Way, Fort Pierce.

Wednesdays April 3May 29

Budding Herbalist Program – 10am-1pm. Learn to confidently select and use herbs for yourself and your family while deepening your connection with the plants, nature and your beautiful Self. $695. Sign up at HerbsAndOwls.com/classes. Herbs & Owls: Herbs Shop, 725 N. Highway A1A, D-103, Jupiter. 561-768-9005.

Friday, April 5

Channeling, Psychic Reading, Meditation, IL – 11am-3pm. In-person channeling, psychic medium readings, meditations and Inner Light Healing sessions with Beth Lynch. Private and group sessions available. Walk-ins welcome. Appointments available. Offered every 2nd Friday. Varies. Spark of Divine, LLC Metaphysical Shop and Healing Center, 1789 Old Dixie Hwy, Vero Beach. 772257-6499. Linktr.ee/bethlynchmedium444.

Saturday, April 6

Free Intro to Herbal Medicine – Noon-1pm. Discover what herbal medicine is, how herbs are used, and ways to select helpful

herbs also how vibrational flower essences and earth-based practices fit into a holistic health model. Free. Herbs & Owls: Herbs Shop, 725 N. Highway A1A, D-103, Jupiter. 561-768-9005. HerbsAndOwls.com/classes

Sunday, April 7

Making Memories with Bracelets –1-2:30pm. Create your very own Crystal Healing Bracelet with Lisa Ianelli of L Boutique. All supplies are included, Make a custom or matching ones! $30. Facilitated at Divine Soul Wellness @ 2818 SW Port St Lucie Blvd. PSL. Please reserve your space-limited seating, 954646-4374 or email DivineSoulWellness@ gmail.com May book via Zelle, Venmo @ Rachel-Stevens-105 or via Eventbrite.

Wednesdays, April 10 & 24

Reiki Energy Healing Circle – 6:307:30pm. Beginning with a guided meditation to facilitate deep relaxation and comfort; aromatherapy, candles, and crystals or stones may be utilized for additional holistic benefits. Open and closing sharing. Facilitated by Divine Soul Wellness @ 2818 SW Port St Lucie Blvd. PSL. Please RSVP ahead, 954-6464374 or email DivineSoulWellness@ gmail.com May book via Zelle, Venmo @Rachel-Stevens-105 or via Eventbrite. $15. DivineSoulWellness.com

Friday, April 12

Spirit Speaks – 6pm. Spiritual Medium Beth Lynch creates sacred space for you to feel the spirit of loved ones crossed. Each event is unique as Beth taps into the audience’s energy to deliver universal and individual messages from her guides to the audience members. $50. Elliot Museum, 825 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart. SoundVibration.net

Saturday, April 13

Reiki Level I Training – 9:30am-3:30pm. 2nd Sat. Learn techniques to reduce stress, find balance, boost your immune system, heal mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. Bring peace into your life. Learn the five precepts of Reiki. Includes book, Certificate, Attunements, practice and ongoing mentoring. 6 CEUs offered for LMT and Nursing. $177 cash discount offered. Call for in person location. Also offered on Zoom, Vero Beach. BethVargasHealing.com

Psychic Fair – Noon-5pm. Have you ever gotten a message from your Guardian Angel? Come experience an Angel reading with Certified Angel Guide Karin Maynard Eberly, world renowned Angel Expert, Hay House author and card deck creator, and featured on Kyle Gray’s website. $35-$100. The Jamar Enlightenment Center, 4595 Northlake Blvd, Ste 107 & 111, Palm Beach Gardens. 561-6302280. TheUniversesEdge.com

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Sunday April 14

Bliss Retreat – 10am. Bliss Retreat: In Person – Invite more joy into your life in this euphoric 2-day retreat. Experience many direct paths to bliss: cutting-edge energy alchemy techniques, sacred geometry activations, sound attunements of alchemy crystal bowls, and initiations to the euphoric Dolphin energy. Kumari will initiate participants individually into “The Anointing,” an embodiment of divine love with Yeshua and the Magdalenes. Both days: 10am-5pm in Sebastian. Includes lunch and sacred gardens. Visit KumariHealing.com/events for more information and to register.

Sunday. April 14

Reiki Level II Training 8 CEUS available LMT and Nursing – 9am-4pm. Deepen your Reiki practice. Learn the sacred sym-

bols. Empower your Reiki to new heights. Learn how to assist others on their healing journey, learn distance healing techniques that heal through time and space. Offered on the 2nd Sunday of the month. $266 cash discount offered. Call for in person location. Also offered on Zoom, Vero Beach. BethVargasHealing.com

Tuesdays, April 16 & 30

Moving for Better Balance Tai Ji Quan & Qigong – 6pm. Experience the Basic 5 Element Movements, Fall Prevention, Improved Balance, Better Body Alignment, Circular Moving Motion, Increased Muscle Strength. Perfect for any age, beginners to advanced. Led by Dave & Julie Sanchez. May book via Eventbrite, Venmo @Rachel-Stevens-105 or Zelle. Must reserve in advance-limited spaces. Email: DivineSoulWellness@gmail.com or call/text Rachel 954-646-4374. Divine Soul Wellness 2818 SW Port St Lucie Blvd. PSL. $15. DivineSoulWellness.com

Wednesday, April 17

Healing Body, Mind & Spirit Seminar – 6:30-8pm. Authors Dr. Dave & Mary DiSano will present Healing; Body, Mind & Spirit based on their books, Divinely Touched: Transform Your Life and Holistic Mental Health at Divine Soul Wellness, $20. 2818 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd, Port St. Lucie. 954-646-4374.

Friday, April 19 &

Saturday, April 20

Celebration Party & Customer Appreciation Day – Noon-7pm. We are grateful to all of Our Friends, Family and Clients. Friday from 4-7PM party with us! Music, Food,

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Saturday, May 11

Mom’s Night Out – 6:30-8:30pm. Girl time is healthy for the mind, body and soul. Enjoy a wine tasting (optional), Games, Talk time, activities or relax and unwind. Light Snacks, Cost $30 all included. Divine Soul Wellness, 2818 SW Port St Lucie Blvd. PSL FL 34953. May book via Eventbrite, Venmo @Rachel-Stevens-105 or Zelle. Must reserve in advance-limited spaces. Email: DivineSoulWellness@gmail.com or call/text Rachel 954-646-4374. $30. DivineSoulWellness.com

Drinks, and Giveaways. Saturday Customer Appreciation Day! Enjoy Discounts, Baked Goods, Spin the Wheel and so much more from 12-4PM. Divine Soul Wellness 2818 SW Port St Lucie Blvd. PSL. Please email, call or text for additional information. DivineSoulWellness@gmail.com 954-646-4374. DivineSoulWellness.com

Sunday, April 21

ECK Light and Sound Service – 11amnoon. “What is the Purpose of Living” A celebration of God’s love for Soul. Including a HU chant, a guest speaker, creative arts. Each service lasts about an hour and is designed to help individuals have their own experience with the creative spiritual life force, the Light and Sound of God. All people are welcome. Free. Eckankar Center of the Treasure Coast, 541 SE Central Parkway, Stuart. 772-223-1188. eck-Florida.org

Tuesday, April 23

Girls Gathering Pink Moon – 6:30pm. Meet new people, catch up with friends and bring excitement to your social life. Enjoy a wine tasting (optional), do a vision board, play a game, get an oracle card reading and more. Light Snacks, Cost $25 all included. Divine Soul Wellness, 2818 SW Port St Lucie Blvd. PSL. May book via Eventbrite, Venmo

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@Rachel-Stevens-105 or Zelle. Must reserve in advance-limited spaces. Email: DivineSoulWellness@gmail.com or call/text Rachel 954-646. $25. DivineSoulWellness.com

Thursday, April 25

Group Message Experience with Spirit – 6:30-8pm. Experience the Loving Energy of the spirit world from the comfort of your home on zoom. Join your guides, angels and beloveds from the spiritual dimension. Allow Tess the honor to connect you to them once again. The details given will confirm the strong connection of LOVE reunited! $45. p/p. TreasureCoastMedium.com

Saturday, April 27

Creative Charcuterie Board & Wine Pairing – 5-7pm. Sample 6 different Wine Blends while creating your own Charcuterie Board- A beautiful food display you get to take home and share with your favorite people. Presented by Wicked WinesOne Hope & Creative Charcuterie LLC. $115. May book via Eventbrite, Venmo @ Rachel-Stevens-105 or Zelle. Must reserve in advance-limited spaces. Email: DivineSoulWellness@gmail.com or call/text Rachel 954-646-4374. Divine Soul Wellness, 2818 SW Port St Lucie Blvd, Port St Lucie.

Our online calendar is always at your fingertips! Find local events and search for classes at: myNaturalAwakenings.com

DEADLINE: All listings must be received by the 10th of the month prior to publication. Calendar events must be submitted online at: MyNaturalAwakenings.com.

Sunday SPACE COAST

Live & Give Dynamic Hatha Charity Yoga –10-11am. 100% of donations go to a different charity monthly. April’s charity is American Cancer Society Relay for Life (Cancer.org/ involved/fundraise/relay-for-life.html). Dona-

monthly opportunity for a wonderfully uplifting yet relaxing Labyrinth Walk combined with Guided Meditation. Labyrinth is open to the public from dawn to dusk, seven days a week. love offering. Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach, 950 43rd Avenue, Vero Beach. 772-562-1133. UnityofVero.org.

and meditations to create a specific result in consciousness. Kundalini yoga is designed to balance the glandular system and revitalize the nervous systems. $15 or Yoga Memberships (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Hatha Yoga – 6:30-7:45pm. With Marilyn. This gentle form of yoga combines physical wellbeing and balances body, mind, and spirit using guided yoga postures, stretching, and breathing. Bring your own mat. $5 per class, paid at door. Pelican Beach Clubhouse, 1495 Hwy A1A, Satellite Beach. 321-773-6458.

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Gentle Yoga with Modifications - 9:45am. For beginners and level 2. This gentle yoga with

use of props. The practice of gentle postures (asanas), breath technology (pranayama), relaxation (savasana) with sound healing, and meditation with Marilyn Diaz. $15 or Yoga Memberships (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yogacalendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Kundalini Yoga & Healing Gong Meditation – 12:30-1:45pm. A specific set of yoga movements “Kriyas” to release energy blocks, energize the nervous system, and focus the mind with the healing vibrations of the Gong. All levels. Led by Marilyn Diaz. $15 or yoga membership (10 Classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Mindful Yoga – 4-5pm. Strengthening, building flexibility, and meditation through movement, mixing in qi gong and psychology, classes act as a cleanse of body, mind, and spirit. All levels. Led by Johnny Powell. $15 or yoga membership (10 Classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/ weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Hatha Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. Multi-level class for beginners and intermediates. As a registered nurse Ellen’s knowledge of anatomy & physiology allows her to modify asanas to her student’s ability so they get the benefits of practice without the strain. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yogacalendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

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Healing Qigong – 11-12am. Beginners practice starts with Ji Ben Gong foundational and joint mobility exercises. In addition, focusing on the sequence of the Baduanjin

eight pieces of silk brocade. Book online at JustBreatheAerials.com or through the MindBody App. Call for pricing. Just Breathe Aerials, 270 NW Peacock Blvd, Ste 112, Port St. Lucie. 772-877-2122.

Wednesday

SPACE COAST

Gentle Yoga – 11am-Noon. Gentle Hatha Yoga uses traditional yoga postures, breathing techniques and meditation to bring back balance and healing to body, mind and spirit. This peaceful multi-level class is accessible to all ages and body types. Teacher: Dena Armstrong. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Hatha Yoga – 12:30-1:30pm. Multi-level class for beginners and intermediates. As a registered nurse Ellen’s knowledge of anatomy & physiology allows her to modify asanas to her student’s ability so they get the benefits of practice without the strain. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yogacalendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Yin Yoga Flow with Sound Healing – 4-5pm. Allows a gentle opening of the body using props to support the yoga pose held for 4-5 minutes. Ends with meditative sound bath. All Levels. Led by Marilyn Diaz. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yogacalendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Reiki Sound Bath Meditation – 6-7pm. 1st Wed. Experience healing reiki energy while being immersed into the soothing sound of crystal sound bowls, chimes, and rain sticks for a relaxing, rejuvenating experience

of deep healing. Space is limited, register online at Thespace-CB.com/rent or call/text 321-698-7807 to reserve your spot. $20. The Space Next Door, 126 N Orlando Ave, Cocoa Beach. LauraScottHealing.com.

Hatha Yoga – 6:30-7:45pm. With Marilyn. This gentle form of yoga combines physical wellbeing and balances body, mind, and spirit using guided yoga postures, stretching, and breathing. Bring your own mat. $5 per class, paid at door. Pelican Beach Clubhouse, 1495 Hwy A1A, Satellite Beach. 321-773-6458.

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Tai Chi for Better Balance – 9-10am. Members can enjoy these classes for $5 per class and Non-Friends Members are $10 per class. Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, 2410 SE Westmoreland Blvd., Port St. Lucie. 772-337-1959. Registration required: PSLBG. org events page.

Joanne’s World of Nutrition – 10-11am. Listen to radio station WPSL AM 1590 every Wednesday morning to learn about holistic health and wellness with Joanne, owner of Nutrition World in Ft. Pierce, who has 30 plus years of expertise. JoannesNutritionWorld.com.

Soundwaves Wednesday – 6pm. Elevating Every Vibration. Experience a unique sonic journey, distinct from all other days, where sound healing takes center stage, transforming your midweek into a symphony of wellness and harmony. Call 786-488-7782 or register online: SoundVibration.net. The Elliott Museum 825 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart.

Thursday

SPACE COAST

Yoga for Beginners – 11am-Noon. KP gives specific verbal cues as well as physically demonstrates the poses (asanas) and offers hands-on alignments and yoga props to

help the student physically access the poses. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/ weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Kundalini Yoga – 12:30-1:30pm. Primary focus is on the movement and transformation of energy as you flow through various pranayama, mudra, meditation and asana techniques. Led by KP. $15 or yoga membership (10 Classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yogacalendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Crystal Bowl Meditation – 4-5pm. Begin with an intention and breath work to still the mind and relax the body. The Crystal Bowl meditation includes the ethereal sounds of the monochord, an ancient healing instrument, Koshi chimes, and the meditative Tibetan singing bowls to nourish your spirit. Led by Marilyn Diaz. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Hatha Yoga – 5:15-6:15pm. Ellen’s experience allows her to modify asana to the students’ ability, so they get the benefits of the practice without strain. For beginners and intermediate students. $15 or yoga mem-

bership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yogacalendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

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Strength Training – 9-9:50am. Come work it out and sweat for this strong boot camp session.  Using multiple props to build strength and endurance, creating lean muscle mass and overall body transformation. Book online at JustBreatheAerials.com or through the MindBody App. Call for pricing. Just Breathe Aerials, 270 NW Peacock Blvd, Ste 112, Port St. Lucie. 772-877-2122. JustBreatheAerials.com.

Bereavement Support Group – 4:30-6pm. A group for those currently within a grieving process. We offer conscious listening and caring support. All are welcome and we look forward to seeing you there. Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach, 950 43rd Avenue, Vero Beach. 772-562-1133. UnityofVero.org.

Yoga for the Healthy Aging in the Gardens – 5-6pm.  The classes will be held on the promenade at sunset. Members can enjoy these classes for $5 per class and Non-Friends Members are $10 per class. Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, 2410 SE Westmoreland Blvd., Port St. Lucie. 772337-1959. Registration required: PSLBG.org events page.

Friday SPACE COAST

Gentle Hatha Yoga – 11am-12pm. Traditional yoga postures, breathing techniques and meditation to bring back balance and healing to body, mind and spirit. All ages and body types. Led by Cindy. Please bring your own mat. $15 or Yoga Memberships (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Yin Yoga – 12:30-1:30pm. A profound, meditative approach to yoga with a physical focus on accessing the connective tissue and fascia and regulating the flow of energy in the body. Led by Roxy. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yogacalendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Reiki Sound Bath for Complementary Cancer Care of Brevard – 3-4pm. 1st Fri. This event is open for anyone impacted by cancer- patients, survivors, caregivers, regardless of diagnosis type, prognosis, or location of treatment. Experience healing reiki energy and be immersed into the soothing sound of crystal sound bowls, chimes, and rain sticks for a relaxing, rejuvenating experience of deeper healing and peace. Space is limited, register online at CompCancerCare.

org/events to reserve your spot. Located at The Space Next Door, 126 N Orlando Ave, Cocoa Beach. Laura Scott Holistic Healing. LauraScottHealing.com.

Kids Yoga (5-10) – 3-3:45pm. Playful introduction to the practice of yoga and mindfulness. Practicing Breath, Balance, Focus, Flexibility, Strength, Confidence and Connection. Parents are welcome to participate. Led by Debra Walden Thornton. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weekly-yogacalendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

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In Person, Phone or Online Healings and Readings with Beth – 10:30am-2pm. Experience the compassionate healing and insightful readings of Beth Vargas. Beth communicates with the Angels channeling energies, Reiki, and information to help bring you into alignment with your Divine self. Call or book your session on the website. 772-538-6211. Prices vary. Call for in-person location. Also offered on Zoom, Vero Beach. BethVargasHealing.com. Offered on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

Saturday

SPACE COAST

Downtown Melbourne Farmers Market –10am-2pm. Local fresh foods, produce, food trucks, plants, artisans and crafters. Free. Riverview Park 2301 Irwin Street, Melbourne. 321-759-3713.

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Saturday Downtown Ft. Pierce Famers’ Market – 8am-12pm. Downtown Ft. Pierce Farmers Market has over 70 friendly vendors offering a diverse selection of foods, exotic plants, spices, local produce and much more. Rain or shine. Live music, fresh food and right on the river; make it your Saturday morning tradition. Free. Riverfront Downtown Ft. Pierce 101 Melody Lane, Ft. Pierce. FortPierceFarmersMarket.com.

Hot Iron Yoga – 8:15-9:15am. Intense full body workout utilizing dumbbells for upper body weight training exercises, while performing a series of power yoga poses for the core and lower body strength. Book online at JustBreatheAerials.com. Call for pricing. Just Breathe Aerials, 270 NW Peacock Blvd, Ste 112, Port St. Lucie. 772-877-2122.

Green Team – 3:30-5pm. Special date 2nd Saturday of the month April 13. In alignment with Unity Worldwide Ministries EarthCare Program. Special guest speaking about plant-based diet. Mission: To foster awareness of our spiritual oneness with the Earth and to promote active care of all creation. Open to all. Unity Spiritual Center of Vero Beach, 950 43rd Avenue, Vero Beach. 772562-1133. UnityofVero.org.

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We work closely with our patients to improve their quality of life as they age. Our focus is getting the root cause of health issues, rather than treating just the symptom. We provide the most up-to-date information in an integrative manner that empowers each patient to be their healthiest.

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