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Excited by my new find, I quizzed my husband: “Jim, guess how many new blooms are on Gerry.” I’ve named my geraniums. Gerry is the larger one, Geralina is the smaller plant. I like to start my mornings with a patio visit to check on my plants and breathe the fresh air. Last year things looked dire for both plants. They made it through winter looking a little scraggly. Since I’ve been rehabilitating the color of my thumb from black to green, their prognosis is looking up.
Visiting my growing collection of plants has become my new habit, it is very relaxing to deadhead flowers, check the soil and feel the leaves. So, when I feel the need to decompress, I take a nature break. In our feature article, The Microbiome Connection: How Soil and Human Health are Related [page 14], Kathleen DiChiara, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition practitioner, shares that exposure to soil microbes can positively impact our physical and mental health.
In Green Exercise: Reconnecting with Nature [page 26], we learn that the U.S. Department of Agriculture found a positive correlation between green space and health. People that spend time in nature often experience a reduction in stress, cortisol levels, muscle tension and heart rate. I agree, my mini-nature bath is de-stressing and relaxing for me.
In this issue we examine Regenerative Agriculture and how our microbiome and nutrition is impacted by the soil in which our food is grown. Anne Biklé, biologist and environmental planner, explains the tangled relationships between people and their environment in the Advantages of Regenerative Farming [page 28]. Explore how parents can support the microbiome of their little ones In Gut Health for Kids: Clever Strategies for Picky Eaters [page 24]. Discover natural solutions to an excessive allergic response in Too Much Histamine [page 18]. Learn how eating colorful plantbased foods provides an array of health benefits in Hues Of Health: Benefits of a Colorful Diet [page 20]. Then at my-NA.com find prevention and symptom management tips
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In case you’re wondering how many new blooms I’ve cultivated, Geralina has 10 and Gerry has 20!
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CARE Natural Wellness Center is running a July 4th special from July 5 through July 21 with discounts for new patients on Chiropractic, Nutrition Response Testing, ChiroThin Weight Loss Program and PEMF Therapy.
“We encourage readers to take advantage of our July specials to get your health back on track,” says Dr. Brian Walsh. “We offer a wholistic approach to health using diet, lifestyle, stress management, supplementation, and chiropractic care to bring balance to body, mind, and spirit.”
Dr. Walsh uses Nutrition Response Testing and bloodwork to identify the underlying cause of the problems and create an individualized healing program. 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. CARE provides natural health care services for all ages. Additional services include thermography and massage.
For more information about the specials and discounts, visit their homepage at CareWellnessFL. com starting July 4. CARE Natural Wellness Center, 1051 Eber Blvd., Suite 102, Melbourne. For more information, call 321-728-1387 or visit CareWellnessFL.com. See ad, page 32.
The DRIPBaR in Melbourne is offering Semaglutide Weight Loss shots to help readers get summer ready. “We are constantly looking for new ways to enhance the health and well-being of our clients,” says owner Hollie Gilbert.
The Semaglutide injections are taken once a week for 8-16 weeks upon MD approval. Bodies naturally produce several substances that affect appetite. One of these is called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1). “The body produces GLP-1 naturally when you eat. GLP-1 stops you from feeling hungry and makes you feel full or satisfied,” says Gilbert. “Semaglutide imitates GLP-1 in the body, which slows down stomach emptying, suppresses appetite and food cravings, and lowers blood glucose levels.”
The DRIPBaR offers a wide variety of IV vitamin therapies that deliver essential micronutrients throughout the body for those that are fighting an illness or chronic disease or just want to stay healthy. Red Light Therapy, an Infrared Sauna and Halotherapy are also available to improve the overall quality of a client’s wellness.
For more information or a free Semaglutide consultation to see if you qualify, call 321-465-7986. Mention Natural Awakenings and receive 4 complimentary B12 injections when you enroll in The Semaglutide Weight Loss Program during July. The DRIPBaR is located at 6375 North Wickham Road, Suite 101, Melbourne. TheDripBar.com. See ad, page 10.
bUneke,an educational charity, presents MetaFest, a free, public event, held inside Merritt Square Mall, every January, April, July, and October. The familyoriented event is always on a Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and features vendors, free classes, entertainment, and a raffle giveaway.
The next MetaFest is scheduled for July 22 and will showcase other Brevard County charities and philanthropic businesses that include everything from acupuncture to yoga.
Attendees who interact with bUneke volunteers can qualify for free raffle tickets. Vendors always receive free tickets. Children can display their inner artists at the activity table sponsored by MoxieBox Art.
“Vendors and volunteers drive several hours to participate, and some reserve their spaces months in advance,” says organizer Mary Brotherton.
“Ellen Onieal, of Phoenix Band, sponsors our sound system and provides a free concert,” says Brotherton. “Other popular entertainers have included performances from Bellydance & Beyond Studios and a Spirit Drum Journey from Spirit Rising. We hope to offer a free Zumba class soon.”
For more information, visit bUneke.org, email connect@buneke.org, call or text 321-4174309. Merritt Square Mall, 777 Merritt Island Causeway, Merritt Island. See ad, page 9.
Cindy Buccieri, of Nursana Health & Wellness, is offering complimentary 15-minute Intuitive Coaching Calls.
Buccieri, a natural born intuitive, clairvoyant, and empathetic healer, comes from a long line of spiritual ancestry and is also a registered nurse, certified Reiki practitioner and Angel Card Reader. Through her readings, reiki healing sessions and intuitive coaching calls she provides clients with healing and guidance toward achieving their goals and discovering their life’s purpose.
Buccieri believes in the power of positive thinking and incorporates a technique with her clients that involves reaching into oneself to change the thought processes. She shares that by doing this you can influence yourself to make things happen.
“Working as a Registered Nurse, I know firsthand how overwhelming and stressful life can be and that it’s not always easy to find ways to reduce stress and take care of ourselves,” says Buccieri. “That’s why my mission is to help you live more mindfully by making happy, healthy, stress-free living quick, simple and attainable.”
Call 321-366-0256 or visit Nursana.com/contact to inquire about your free 15-minute intuitive coaching call. See ad, page 29.
Julie Schueler, yoga instructor, invites everyone to join her Live & Give Charity Yoga class on Sundays from 10 to 11 a.m. in Rockledge. This hatha yoga class is open to anyone ready to enjoy the benefits of yoga while contributing to a local charity. “Students put in any amount they choose into an envelope when entering,” says Schueler. “The envelope is private and not monitored.” Each month a different charity is selected by one of our yoga students to receive 100% of the proceeds. The charity for July is St. Francis Reflections Lifestage Care (St. Francis Hospice Care) and the charity for August is Rolling Readers Space Coast.
“My contribution is renting the space and teaching the class at no charge,” says Schueler. “It’s a win-win for everyone! I wish I had thought of this years ago since I have been teaching yoga for free for over 20 years.”
A yoga mat is required. Wearing comfortable exercise clothing and bringing water is suggested.
For questions and more information, call or text Julie at 321-6267494. Live & Give Charity Yoga is held at Harness Up Fitness, 1868 US 1, Rockledge. RollingReadersSpaceCoast.org. ReflectionsLSC.org.
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will host a fullday intensive workshop led by meditation teacher and singing bowl specialist, Anthony Profeta, on Sunday, July 16, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This Sound Healing and Singing Bowl Training is comprised of both lecture and hands-on, experiential practice.
During this training, participants will gain a foundational understanding of sound and its effect on the body, mind and soul. The basics of how to play and work with singing bowls will also be taught. These skills may be used for healing in self-practice, private or group sound bath meditations or yoga and meditation classes.
Throughout the workshop, a close look will be taken at the role of sound in daily life and how the energy can be utilized to change the vibration of ourselves or others. Sound baths and vibrational therapy can help one access deep states of meditation and relaxation, decrease anxiety and depression, as well as increase well-being. Participants will come away with an understanding of energy, frequency and vibration and how sound affects our bodies and can be used for healing. How to choose the correct singing bowl will also be covered. All levels of experience are welcome. Singing bowls will be provided for the training. Cost is $350. For more information or to register, call 321-7299495 or visit AquarianDreams.com/ special-events. Aquarian Dreams is located at 414 N. Miramar Ave (Hwy A1A) in Indialantic. See ad, page 3.
The Spirit Fest: Holistic, Metaphysical and Crystal Expo will be held from Saturday August 5 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday August 6 from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Melbourne Auditorium. There will be 75 booths with vendors, practitioners, readers, artists, authors, and demonstrations.
“We love coming back to Melbourne,” says producer Mary Ellen Popyk. “Some people come every year to hear all the great speakers we have, visit with some of their past favorite vendors and meet many new ones. This year we’ll have an increase in the number of crystal vendors because we have so many unique sellers.”
Speakers are scheduled throughout both days on a variety of topics that are included with daily admission. “There will also be massage and foot reflexology, henna, face painting for kids and adults, and the best intuitive readers in the region,” says Popyk. Some vendors speak Spanish.
The entrance fee is $11 per day or $17 for the weekend. Ages 12 and under attend free. Food will be available on-site and there will be free parking.
The Melbourne Auditorium is located at 625 E. Hibiscus Boulevard in Melbourne. For more information, visit SpiritFestUSA.com or call 321-313-2543. See ad, page 29.
Ginger Taylor, Licensed Esthetician and Massage Therapist, and owner of Massages With Purpose and Skin Care, welcomes Ruth DeGaglia, LMT, to the team.
As a Massage Therapist, DeGaglia has a desire for helping people feel better by providing them with an opportunity to relax and rejuvenate in a safe and nurturing environment. Her knowledge of anatomy, physiology and various massage techniques enables her to provide customized treatments tailored to the individual needs of the client. Her goal is to ensure that her clients leave feeling relaxed, invigorated and full of energy.
DeGaglia has specialized hands-on training for Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapy, Cavitation, Prenatal Massage, Therapeutic Deep Tissue Massage Therapy and Hot Stone Massage and Aromatherapy Massage and she is considered an expert in applying integrative modalities to provide distinct solutions to each person’s condition.
“Ruth is energetic, compassionate and passionate about health and wellness. For her, health and wellness go beyond physical fitness. She believes it is striking a balance of both taking care of our bodies and our minds,” says Taylor.
To schedule your therapeutic massage with Ruth DeGaglia, visit MassagesWithPurpose.com or call 321-480-9986. Serving Melbourne and Palm Bay. (MA102139, MM35261)
Authors Dr. Dave and Mary DiSano of Divinely Touched will present Proof the Spirit Dimension Exists based on their book, Divinely Touched: Transform Your Life, at the Spirit Well Sensory Lounge in Stuart on Wednesday, July 19, at 6 p.m.
During their 60-minute, interactive power-point presentation, the DiSanos will discuss research and personal experience on topics such as how science can explain and prove unseen phenomenon; scientific evidence of psychic phenomena such as outof-body experience, astral projection, reincarnation, entity possession and the spirit dimension; and how the spirit dimension can explain the purpose of life on Earth and what happens when we die. Mary will also conduct a brief healing meditation at the conclusion of the workshop.
The DiSanos have been featured speakers at holistic expos nationally and have appeared on TV and national radio shows. Mary DiSano is an energy healer and motivational speaker. Dave DiSano, Ph.D., is a psychologist, certified hypnotherapist and author of Holistic Mental Health-Revised that compares traditional and alternative therapies for mental disorders.
Seminar is $15, space is limited. Spirit Well Sensory Lounge, 872 S. Colorado Ave., Stuart. To reserve your spot, call 772 -888 -2576 or email info@spiritwellsensorylounge.com. For more information, visit DivinelyTouched.com.
Elizabeth Campbell, Certified ThetaHealing Practitioner and Hypnotist, invites you to an evening designed to take a fresh approach to manifesting your needs and desires. Manifesting Abundance will be held on Wednesday, July 19 at 7 p.m. in Stuart.
Campbell will take participants on a journey to uncover and change beliefs that are in the way of achieving their goals using her skills in ThetaHealing and Hypnosis. During the seminar, participants will learn how to test for subconscious beliefs that are blocking their flow of abundance. Campbell will then clear and change those beliefs for each participant so that they leave the event with more freedom to attract abundance and prosperity to their life.
The evening finishes with a powerful manifesting exercise so that participants can establish their desires in the universe and more powerfully bring them into actuality. “This is a fun, fast-paced evening with surprising discoveries and useful, mindful results,” says Campbell. “When limiting beliefs are discovered and changed to something better, old patterns release.”
Attendance is limited to 12. Students can register by emailing Elizabeth@TranceformU. com. TranceformU is located at 611 SW Federal Highway, Suite K-1, Stuart. For more information, visit ThetaHealing.com or call 772-291-7813.
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A new study published in Social Psychological and Personality Science has found that a person’s close relationships may either benefit or undermine physical health. The threeweek study involving 4,005 participants looked at how both positive and negative relationship experiences affect the body, and how daily fluctuations in those interactions may influence changes in well-being, as reflected in self-reported stress levels and coping abilities, as well as blood pressure and heart rate reactivity biomarkers.
The researchers observed that people with more positive experiences and fewer negative ones reported lower stress, improved coping skills and better physical functioning. They also noted that ups and downs in negative relationships were especially predictive of outcomes like stress, coping and overall systolic blood pressure.
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New research published in JAMA Network found that melatonin gummies may contain far more of the dietary sleep aid supplement than what is indicated on the label. Researchers from Cambridge Health Alliance and the University of Mississippi analyzed 25 different melatonin gummies and found that 22 contained a greater amount of melatonin than stated on the label. One product contained only three-quarters of the amount advertised on the label, another contained 347 percent more than what was listed, and one product contained no detectable melatonin.
These concerns come on the heels of a 2022 report by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which found a 530 percent increase in the number of accidental pediatric ingestions of melatonin reported to U.S. poison control centers over the last decade, resulting in 27,795 emergency department and clinic visits, 4,097 hospitalizations, 287 intensive care unit admissions and two deaths. Most ingestions were unintentional (94.3 percent). Among those children with reported symptoms from accidental melatonin ingestion, most involved the gastrointestinal, cardiovascular or central nervous systems.
The nonprofit 4 Day Week Global conducted a six-month pilot of more than 2,900 workers from 61 companies in the United Kingdom from June to December 2022 in which the work week was reduced from a standard 40 hours to 32 hours for the same pay and benefits. At the end of the six-month trial, 39 percent of employees reported less stress and 71 percent expressed lower levels of burnout. Anxiety, fatigue and sleep issues also decreased, while mental and physical health improved. Sixty percent found a greater ability to balance work with home-based responsibilities, and 62 percent found it easier to balance work with social life. Employees were also more satisfied with their finances, relationships and time management.
Company revenue stayed broadly the same over the trial period, rising by 1.4 percent on average. Companies also saw improvements in hiring, absenteeism and resignations, with staff turnover dropping by 57 percent over the trial period. Additionally, 63 percent of businesses offering a four-day week found it easier to attract and retain new talent.
In January 2023, the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine published guidelines recommending that all patients undergoing anesthesia be screened and questioned about cannabis use, including how much and how often they use, how they take it and when they last used it.
One of the largest studies on the effects of cannabis use on sedation, published in the Journal of Osteopathic Medicine, looked at 250 patients undergoing an endoscopy while under anesthesia. Those that reported regular cannabis use required significantly higher doses of anesthesia than nonusers. Another study, published in the journal PLOS ONE, found that daily cannabis users required a higher dose of sedatives prior to an endoscopy than weekly or monthly users.
On a related note, a 2018 study published in the journal Patient Safety in Surgery reported that marijuana use may interfere with painkillers after surgery. The study looked at 261 trauma center patients and concluded that marijuana use, especially chronic use, may affect the pain response to injury and require higher doses of opioids for pain management.
The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History "Lights Out" exhibit, in Washington, D.C., is helping people understand that light pollution is a global problem with broad impact. The effects of light pollution go beyond our diminishing view of the stars; it also impacts ecosystems and cultures on Earth. The exhibit features more than 100 photographs, nearly 250 objects, a history of human-made light, interactive experiences, tactile models and a theater program to discover why dark nights matter, rekindle a connection with the night sky and consider how much light at night is enough.
Astronomers rely on light, both visible and invisible, to understand celestial bodies, and their view of the universe has become increasingly obstructed by artificial light. Biologists have observed light pollution’s toll on plants and animals—from harming coral reefs’ moonlight-triggered reproduction to bats’ ability to pollinate flowers and the grim consequences of disoriented migrating birds. Another area of the exhibition presents people’s ancient and modern-day connections to the night sky through photographs, stories and cultural items.
Visitors also learn about simple but meaningful actions they can take to reduce light pollution, such as aiming outdoor lights downward and using the dimmest settings.
Nearly half of the world’s population has no access to the internet. Dell Technologies, in partnership with Computer Aid International, is addressing the gap for people that might benefit the most. They convert old shipping containers into customizable, solar-powered internet centers, called “solar community hubs”, that connect community members to the digital world. The hubs are well-lit, well-ventilated classrooms that use energy-efficient Dell technology and aircooled servers. Each hub supports up to 40 people at a time and offers up to 20 users a wireless connection to learning materials.
The hubs provide digital skills to further education and open economic opportunities for the local community; allow micro and small enterprises to create jobs; and enable financial sustainability by offering services and products that go beyond education, such as telemedicine.
The first hub was placed in the Brazilian Amazon town of Boa Esperança in March 2022. Dell and the Foundation for Amazon Sustainability also installed equipment, including drones and environmental monitors, to track deforestation in the area. During the first week of March 2023, more than 200 alerts about tree loss were posted from Boa Esperança. Three hubs currently exist in Brazil and South Africa, and Dell will soon add two hubs in Egypt that are focused on career and life skills, as well as another in Australia, centered on preserving and protecting Aboriginal art and culture.
The human gut microbiome, which is critical to fighting off disease, and soil microbiome, which enables plant growth, are vitally important to maintaining all life on our planet. These two communities of microorganisms are indirectly connected in important ways, and researchers are trying to find out more about their interplay.
The human gut microbiome consists of trillions of microorganisms of different species. These microbes help to digest food, synthesize vitamins and other important compounds, regulate our immune system and even influence behavior and mood.
The gut microbiome includes both helpful and potentially harmful
microbiota that coexist peacefully in a healthy person. But certain diets, or the use of antibiotics or other bacteriadestroying medications, can upset the balance, a state known as dysbiosis, which can impair the microbiome’s functions, leaving the body susceptible to disease.
The soil microbiome has many parallels to the human gut scenario. It consists of bacteria, fungi, archaea and viruses— microorganisms that play an important role in maintaining the health of the soil. They do this by breaking down organic matter, cycling nutrients and protecting crops against harmful pathogens.
Regenerative organic farming practices that promote biodiversity and disdain the use of chemical pesticides
and fertilizers develop robust soil that is rich in nutrients and beneficial microbes. In such settings, farmers don’t need to use chemicals, because the microbiome creates disease-resistant soil to fight off threats.
While a direct link between the soil microbiome and the gut microbiome has yet to be proven, soil certainly impacts our health through our diet. A diverse and active soil microbiome is responsible for supporting plant growth. Plants then provide us with the nutrients that our gut microbiome needs to thrive, including calcium, magnesium, and vitamins A, C, E, K and the B complex.
Dan Kittredge, founder of The Bionutrient Institute, explains, “The sophistication of the soil microbiome
Photo by Rodale Instituteis connected to the nutritional value of the food that’s produced. The healthier the [soil] microbiome, the healthier the food.” The use of fertilizers and pesticides does not directly produce less nutritious food, but rather their impact on the health of the soil microbiome can impact the crops’ nutritional value.
There is a hypothesis that food has become less nutritious since the mid1900s. In a 2004 study, University of Texas scientists examined the nutritional value of 43 garden crops from 1950 to 1999 and found that while all 43 foods showed a statistically reliable decline in nutrition, it was likely due to cultivating plants with desired traits, such as larger sizes, faster growing rates and increased pest resistance. It wasn’t the soil that was the problem, but that growers had not prioritized breeding crops for higher nutritional value.
According to Jack Gilbert, a pediatrics professor at the University of California San Diego and co-founder of the Earth Microbiome Project and the American Gut Project, “There is an indirect relationship between a healthy soil microbiome and healthy gut microbiome. While we need healthy soils to grow plants, a healthy soil microbiome does not equal a healthy gut microbiome.”
He explains, “The link is really about diet in the gut microbiome. Precision nutrition is the idea that how we all respond to food is unique, and that we can predict those responses if we understand what kinds of bacteria are in the gut. This is because the gut microbiome varies between people, and those same gut microbes can mediate how food influences our physiology. Eating a healthy diet can have a profound impact on reducing the risk of developing chronic diseases.”
The nutritional value of food is more complicated than the quality of the soil in which the crops grow. It is also impacted by the processing of the food. As Kittredge notes, when the bran in wheat is removed—a common process that turns flour white—wheat loses much of its nutritional value. Unprocessed foods allow us to access more of the nutrients within them.
There is another way that soil microbes can benefit human health: spending time in nature. Exposure to the soil microbiome has been shown to stimulate the immune system. When outside, we are exposed to a diverse array of microorganisms that increase disease resistance and provide neurological benefits.
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Led by the Regenerative Organic Alliance, which includes organizations and brands like Rodale Institute, Dr. Bronner’ s and Patagonia, the Regenerative Organic Certified farms and products meet the highest standards in the world for soil health, animal welfare, and farmworker fairness. The idea is to create farm systems that work in harmony with nature to improve quality of life for every creature involved. The Regenerative Organic Certified framework is designed to go above and beyond the USDA Certified Organic seal. To date, 134 farms and more than 47,000 smallholder farmers totaling almost 880,000 acres are Regenerative Organic Certified. Nearly 100 brands offer Regenerative Organic Certified products on the market.
Under Regenerative Organic Certified standards, soil health is promoted by including a variety of rotating crops, cover crops, no tillage, no synthetic inputs, no genetically modified seeds and rotationally grazed animals. Farms that follow these protocols become biodiverse ecosystems with organically rich soil that absorbs water, does not erode over time and produces safe, nutritious food. Learn more at RegenOrganic.org
Gilbert has largely built a career on the benefits of getting his hands dirty. He is currently conducting a study to find out how giving children two hours of outdoor learning a day can impact their metabolic health and help them avoid diseases. According to Kittredge, playing in the dirt isn’t just for kids. “It is beneficial to expose ourselves to soil microbes,” he says. “Everyone should nature bathe.”
“Exposure to soil microbes, like Mycobacterium vaccae , can positively impact our physical and mental health,” says Kathleen DiChiara, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition practitioner and digestive wellness educator. “We are losing diversity and not getting the exposure we used to.” She points out that the gut microbiomes of urban citizens in the U.S. have lower bacterial diversity than those in rural societies, including hunter-gatherers from Tanzania and the Amazon.
While diet, lifestyle and genetics play a role in the hostspecific differences, the microbiome composition in adults is also based on exposure to microbes in the environment. According to DiChiara, there is no perfect profile for the gut microbiome, and our gut microbial communities ebb and flow. “If a specific strain of bacteria suddenly disappears, perhaps due to an illness, another species can take on its task,” she explains. “Like nature, it’s about working together on our behalf.”
Diversity, richness and symbiotic behavior of the gut microbes are central to our well-being. DiChiara notes that many variables can negatively impact the gut microbiome. Some result from the choices we make voluntarily, such as smoking, drinking too much alcohol, eating ultra-processed foods, being chronically stressed and leading a sedentary lifestyle. Other factors are beyond our control, such as neurological injuries, illnesses and hormonal shifts due to puberty or menopause.
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The soil microbiome and the gut microbiome both need our support to maintain proper health. Although our gut microbiome may not be directly impacted by the health of soil microbes, it can be impacted by the pesticides, herbicides and fungicides in our food.
Degradation of the soil microbiome occurs in many ways. Tillage, bare soil, dry soil, fertilizer, chemical sprays and fungicides all harm the soil microbiome. These non-regenerative agricultural practices can have negative impacts on the health of individuals that eat the plants and on the health of the broader ecosystems.
Chemicals like glyphosate can damage the gut microbiome by creating oxidative stress, which agitates the microbiome and impedes its ability to function properly. Pesticides can also have a detrimental impact on the gut microbiome. Each year the United States uses 1 billion pounds of pesticides that may be damaging our bodies when we eat our veggies. “What we are not doing is prioritizing protecting the microbiome—for us and the soil. It’s time we recognize the interconnections between climate, soil and the gut,” DiChiara says. There are multiple ways we can cultivate a closer, healthier relationship between our soil and our gut, such as supporting sustainable agriculture, avoiding processed foods, frequenting farmers markets for organic produce or spending time in nature. Better yet, Kittredge suggests planting a pesticidefree garden at home and eating carrots straight from the soil.
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Photo by Rodale InstituteHistamine is an organic chemical produced by the body as a protection from allergens. It is also found in some of the foods we consume. While certain levels of this compound are considered normal and healthy, an overabundance can cause troublesome symptoms—from runny noses and hives to intestinal discomfort and brain fog. Histamine intolerance, as this condition is called, is often caused by food triggers or the body’s inability to break down the excess histamine. Overthe-counter antihistamines promise short-term symptom relief but may have unappealing side effects. Long-term, drug-free resolution is possible with a little sleuthing and holistic lifestyle adaptations.
“Histamine intolerance can affect every area of the body, including the brain. The inflammation created by excess histamine often leads to brain fog and other
neurological symptoms,” says Michael Ruscio, a naturopathic practitioner, doctor of chiropractic, clinical researcher and author of Healthy Gut, Healthy You. Symptoms of histamine intolerance often start in the intestinal tract with diarrhea and bloating and contribute to leaky gut. “If the sensitive gut lining is damaged, histamine can permeate to other areas of the body and lead to redness, swelling and itchiness, as well as respiratory issues, joint pain and anxiety. These seemingly unrelated symptoms can all have the same underlying cause, and patients, as well as many doctors, are not aware of these connections,” says Arti Chandra, a Seattle-based family practice physician who is certified in functional medicine and serves as faculty at the Institute for Functional Medicine.
“Mast cells, a type of white blood cell, are responsible for releasing histamine and
other chemicals that cause inflammation. A histamine intolerance or exposure to high-histamine foods can lead to mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), where they release excess amounts into the body. Typically, enzymes will break down the histamine so that it doesn’t build up, but if the body doesn’t have the proper level of enzymes to break it down or if too much histamine is being released, then persistent symptoms can occur,” Chandra asserts.
Symptom management begins by healing the digestive system. “A healthy gut biome supports the body in producing one of the enzymes needed to break down histamine and can help lower inflammation,” she explains. “Dysbiosis, which is when the gut flora is out of balance, is often caused by the Standard American Diet, also known as SAD. Processed foods, fillers, chemicals, additives and other unnatural substances can all compromise the gut flora and gut function. Dysbiosis often leads to low levels of DAO [diamine oxidase], an enzyme in the gut that helps break down histamine. Some people can have a genetic basis for this—a mutation—that can also lead to excess histamine from impaired breakdown.”
Per Ruscio, “A simple, balanced, whole foods diet like the Paleo diet is a great starting point to calm inflammation and heal your gut. This means aiming for a variety of vegetables, fresh fish, eggs, meat, nuts and seeds, and fruits in moderation. If symptoms continue, try a low-histamine diet.”
Chandra suggests avoiding processed and fast foods, gluten, dairy, sugar and artificial sweeteners. Foods that are naturally high in histamine, including aged cheese, fermented foods, cured meat, alcohol, caffeine and tomatoes, can exacerbate symptoms. She recommends eliminating triggers for three weeks and slowly reintroducing them one at a time to see which are still problematic. “As the gut biome becomes stronger, the body may naturally be able to tolerate high histamine foods better; eating a diet rich in prebiotic foods and sometimes taking an appropriate probiotic supplement can help with this,” she says.
Environmental factors can also trigger histamine reactions. “The body produces histamine to ward off substances like pollen, infections, chemicals and mold. Many people get what they think are normal allergies in the spring, with symptoms like runny noses, watery eyes and a scratchy throat. However, if these symptoms occur year-round, it could be a sign of a histamine intolerance or MCAS. Mold contains mycotoxins that are known to activate mast cells and lead to a histamine release. If someone is living in a building with mold and the exposure is continuous, it can lead to chronic inflammation and histamine issues. Proper air filters can help, but they ultimately may need to eliminate the mold or move out of the environment,” says Chandra.
While over-the-counter antihistamine medications may help, they can have a sedating effect and other side effects, including cognitive issues. Natural and holistic treatments work just as well and are often better tolerated by the body, Chandra says. “Quercetin, found in apple skin and onions, can stabilize mast cells and make them less leaky, as can luteolin, both of which are available in supplement form and in Himalayan Tartary buckwheat. Vitamin C is a natural antihistamine, and omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil or supplements have anti-inflammatory properties. Stinging nettles, another stabilizer, can be used as a tea or in supplement form. Spices such as curcumin are natural anti-inflammatories and a nourishing addition to any diet,” she advises.
Stress management can help reduce histamine reactions, too. “Stress can trigger mast cells, causing a release of histamine and other inflammatory chemicals, as well as causing dysbiosis and leaky gut,” Chandra says. “Breathwork and meditation, as well as restful sleep, can help reduce histamine intolerance symptoms, support the gut and contribute to an overall level of internal balance.”
Carrie Jackson is a Chicago-based freelance writer and frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings magazine. Connect at CarrieJacksonWrites.com.
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Eating plant-based foods from every hue in the rainbow provides an exceptional array of health benefits. Rich in essential vitamins, minerals and fiber, vibrantly colored fruits and vegetables also contain phytonutrients such as antioxidants, flavonoids, carotenoids and polyphenols that contribute to the color, flavor and aroma of such foods. There are thousands of phytonutrients and, according to a 2022 review of clinical studies published in Nutrients , these natural chemical compounds “play an important role in the prevention of serious chronic diseases such as diabetes, obesity and hypertension, along with different types of cancer or degenerative diseases.”
From a culinary perspective, colorful, plant-based foods add pops of color and flavor to a dish, and simple techniques can transform uber-nutritious fruits and veggies into crave-worthy delights. From tasty spreads and luscious dressings to pungent pickling recipes and rich soups, eating the rainbow can be a scrumptious and sustainable everyday lifestyle.
Keeping a medley of wholesome choices in the house is a good tactic to help a family adopt a rainbow-based diet.
According to Registered Dietitian Olga Kras, “Not any single fruit or vegetable provides all of the nutrients we need. Making a variety of colors of fruits and vegetables visible increases the likelihood that they will be part of a daily routine.”
When her children were younger, instead of giving them sugary treats, she would cut fruits and vegetables into shapes with cookie cutters. “They loved opening their lunch boxes to find the fun shapes,” she recalls, noting the allure of visually pleasing treats. As the firstcentury Roman Apicius said, “We eat first with our eyes.”
According to Sarah Stegner, coowner and chef of Prairie Grass Cafe, in Northbrook, Illinois, “Food is medicine. It is what lifts us up. When we allow ourselves to get run-down or we are tired, that is when we are the most vulnerable, and we reach for that highly processed, packaged thing. That’s when we compromise, and compromise leads to long-term illness.”
Stegner compares food shopping to a trip to an art store for the artist that is about to paint a rainbow. “Center yourself,” she counsels. “Don’t put anything into the cart that shouldn’t be eaten. The key word is choice. If people don’t understand and realize what the choices they have are—for example, what herbs are and how to use them—then that is not a choice for them when they go home to cook a meal.”
“It’s just fun to have foods that are colorful,” says Erin Hoogendyk, a cooking instructor at Grebe’s Chef Center, in Wausau, Wisconsin, whose
favorite flavor accents are onions, lemons and limes, as well as a panoply of herbs, including basil, rosemary, chives, parsley and mint. To add color and nutrition to everyday salads, she tosses in blueberries or dresses them with homemade vinaigrettes made with strawberries and balsamic.
Hoogendyk recommends farmers markets, individual farm stands and community-supported agriculture subscriptions to discover the freshest, in-season ingredients. When it comes to cooking and putting meals together, a sense of adventure and enjoyment is paramount, she says. Her coleslaw recipe includes red and green onions, radishes and red cabbage. “I don’t like coleslaw to be boring,” she quips, adding that her next project is to pickle an ingredient she has never pickled before: celery. “I can’t wait to see how it turns out.”
For those wanting to optimize their rainbow-based diets, “testing can help people understand how to best support their biology and determine what their bodies need,” says Dr. Véronique Desaulniers, a chiropractor and author of Heal Breast Cancer Naturally. She recommends the DNA test kit and whole-body health report from Nutrition Genome to pinpoint which foods to enjoy or avoid, depending on genetic weaknesses. Close monitoring of blood sugar levels is also important, she notes, as daily glucose and insulin spikes “can turn on cancer-causing genes and cancer-causing pathways.”
Veronica Hinke is a food historian and author of The Last Night on the Titanic: Unsinkable Drinking, Dining and Style Learn more at FoodStringer.com.
This dish can be served as a meal or cut into smaller pieces and presented as party appetizers. Cauliflower provides vitamins B6, K and C, magnesium and fiber. It is also a great source of glucosinolates and isothiocyanates, two types of antioxidants that have been shown to slow the growth of cancer cells.
Button mushrooms are a source of vitamin D, selenium, phosphorus and folate. They also contain polysaccharides, indoles, polyphenols and carotenoids, which are associated with cancer-fighting properties.
4 slices of cauliflower, ¾-inch thick
1 tsp cooking spray
4 tsp olive oil
1 Tbsp dry Italian seasonings
2 cups fresh brown button mushrooms, sliced
2 fresh garlic cloves, minced
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ tsp sea salt
½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
½ tsp red pepper flakes
1 Tbsp fresh thyme for garnish
Preheat the oven to 400º F and spray two large baking sheets with cooking oil. Place the cauliflower slices onto one of the baking sheets. They need lots of space between them and shouldn’t overlap.
Brush each side of the cauliflower steaks lightly with the olive oil and season with sea salt, pepper and Italian seasonings. Roast 20 to 25 minutes, flipping once, until both sides are golden brown.
In a mixing bowl, add mushrooms, minced garlic, a pinch of sea salt and pepper, then toss to coat well. Spread the mushroom mixture on the other oil-sprayed baking sheet and bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven. As an alternative, sauté the mushroom mixture in a medium pan with 1 teaspoon of oil over medium-high heat for 5 to 6 minutes.
Once done, remove the pans from the oven. Sprinkle roasted cauliflower steaks with cheese and top the cheese with the roasted or sautéed mushrooms and garlic mixture. Return to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Sprinkle with fresh thyme and enjoy.
Recipe and photo courtesy of Jennifer Carden.
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This vibrant, lime green-colored soup is an excellent source of potassium, fiber, vitamins B6 and C, iron, magnesium and calcium. It also contains several phytonutrients, including the carotenoids lutein, zeaxanthin and B-carotene, as well as tocopherols. For the croutons, choose a healthy bread, such as sprouted whole grain, glutenfree, almond flour or flax loaves.
YIELD: 2 TO 6 SERVINGS, DEPENDING ON PORTION SIZE
FOR SOUP:
6 cups broccoli florets, chopped
2 cups vegetable or chicken stock
1 generous pinch of sea salt
1 pinch of chili pepper flakes
3 Tbsp butter
FOR CROUTONS:
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2 Tbsp melted butter
½ tsp fresh thyme, chives or other fresh garden herbs, minced
Bring the stock to a boil. Add the sea salt and chili flakes. Add the broccoli and cook until fork tender and bright green. Transfer to a blender, add butter and blend well. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve with aged cheddar cheese and croutons.
To make the croutons, toss the diced bread in a bowl with melted butter, salt and fresh herbs. Spread the bread in an even layer on an oven-safe pan. Bake at 350º F and toast until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
Deriving their deep-red color from phytonutrients called betalains, beets are rich in nitrates, which help to lower blood pressure. They also provide calcium, folate and fiber. The pistachios in this recipe contain potassium, fiber, vitamins B6 and C, iron, magnesium and calcium.
YIELD: 6 SERVINGS
1 lb mixed-color baby beets
1 cup orange juice
1 cup apple cider
1 cup honey
1 sprig fresh thyme
1 pinch sea salt
1 pinch grain mustard
3 oz goat cheese
2 Tbsp herbs (chives, basil, mint), chopped
3 oz olive oil
3 oz chopped pistachios
1 toasted baguette, sliced
Remove the beet tops and reserve for other uses. Boil the beets in salted water until tender. Allow to cool slightly and rub the skin off the beets.
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Mix the vinegar, honey and orange juice in a bowl. Add the thyme and mustard. Add the beets, cover and allow them to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
Place the oil, sea salt, herbs and pistachios in a blender. Pulse until slightly pureed and chunky.
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“Foods with probiotic-containing living cultures or fermented foods can add beneficial bacteria to the gut,” says Jill Castle, a Massachusetts-based pediatric dietitian and founding CEO of The Nourished Child, an online nutrition resource for parents. She recommends incorporating treats that are alive, tart and bubbling with healthful microbes.
“Parents can make sure they offer a variety of prebiotic and probiotic foods routinely at mealtimes as options to taste and try. The good news is there are many healthy, gut-supporting foods for children to eat,” she advises.
Yogurt with live or active cultures and kefir, a fermented milk drink, both contain these beneficial probiotics. “Although kefir tends to be sour, some brands have
flavored kefir, such as strawberry, mango or peach,” Castle explains. “I’ve had great luck introducing this to children who are picky, because it’s smooth and creamy and tastes like a smoothie.”
She also notes that kombucha, a fizzy, fermented tea with live and active cultures, is available in fruity flavors that appeal to children. Pickles fermented over time with salt and water are a source of healthy bacteria for the gut. And although cheeses are fermented, only a few have live, active cultures. Castle recommends gouda, mozzarella or cheddar.
According to Dr. Joanne Aponte, a naturopathic doctor at Lakeside Natural Medicine, in Milwaukee, a diverse diet high in fiber is key to supporting a
healthy gut microbiome. “All veggies are beneficial, but ones high in galactooligosaccharide (GOS) and fructooligosaccharide (FOS) prebiotics help grow and support healthy gut bacteria,” she explains. GOS-rich foods include beans, lentils and peas, along with broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts, while FOS-predominant choices are garlic, onions, asparagus, artichokes and leeks.
Aponte also recommends chia, flax, pumpkin and sunflower seeds, which can be ground up in an inexpensive coffee grinder and added to smoothies, oatmeal, yogurt or home-baked goods such as cookies, pancakes or waffles. “Sunflower butter can be used to make cookies,” Aponte notes. “I make oatmealsunflower butter cookies that are packed with microbiome-supporting oatmeal, pumpkin, ground chia seeds and, of course, chocolate chips.”
For children that are choosy about vegetables, Aponte suggests making zucchini or carrot muffins with ground chia seeds or walnuts. Entice children to eat raw veggies by offering dipping sauces, such as teriyaki, ranch dressing or salsa. Aponte notes that skins should be left on vegetables whenever possible because they contain fiber, which helps feed the gut microbiome.
“It takes some experimentation, but encourage your child to try lots of different foods,” Aponte says. “Some kids might prefer a black bean spread or dip, or refried beans, versus eating whole beans. There are also pastas made with chickpeas or lentils. Veggies like onion or zucchini can be chopped small and hidden in spaghetti sauce.”
Katrina Lien, the program development specialist for Sanford fit, a children's fitness program in rural South Dakota, North Dakota and Minnesota, suggests that parents find ways to engage and empower kids to make healthy lifestyle choices.
“Try offering new foods with foods that you know your kids already like,” she says.
“When you introduce something new or unfamiliar alongside foods that are a well-known favorite, kids are more open to trying the unfamiliar food.”
Attempt to make foods more interesting and fun, Lien advises. “This can be done by how you arrange the food items on the plate or cutting foods into different shapes. For example, use a cookie cutter to turn simple cucumber slices into a heart or a star.”
According to Lien, when parents involve their children in snack and meal preparation, kids feel included and excited to try the foods they helped create. Although getting kids interested in unfamiliar foods can be laborious and time-consuming, parents should remind themselves to be patient and remain consistent.
Sanford fit offers free, online resources through printable literature, videos, lessons and games at fit.SanfordHealth.org.
Sheila Julson is a freelance writer and contributor to Natural Awakenings magazine.
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For some fitness buffs, it doesn’t feel like exercise unless they’re at the gym lifting weights, pedaling the stationary bike or hearing the grunts of others giving it their all. But there’s an emerging trend taking hold: green exercise. Prompted by a growing focus on reconnecting with nature, combined with the well-known benefits of physical exertion, outdoor workouts in natural settings and urban parks are all the rage. From daily walks around the neighborhood to calisthenics with the aid of a tree or yoga on the beach, the possibilities are delightfully endless for all ages and fitness levels. Medical pros are prescribing it for science-based reasons.
Green exercise is not exactly a new concept. In a 2013 review of studies published in Extreme Physiology & Medicine, researchers concluded that physical activity in a natural setting as opposed to an indoor gym is perceived as easier and more fun, thereby boosting motivation. They wrote, “The nature element may help achieve a greater intensity of exercise without perception of effort changing.” In other words, people walk faster outdoors yet paradoxically feel as though they’re kicking back.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture found a positive correlation between green space and health. People that spend time in nature often experience a reduction in
stress, cortisol levels, muscle tension and heart rate—all of which are risk factors for cardiovascular disease. A 2021 study published in Frontiers in Psychology involving obese young people confirmed that exercising in nature led to improved stress recovery, enhanced attentional restoration and a reduction in negative emotions.
Exposure to sunlight is another benefit. According to Dr. Natty Bandasak, a physical therapist and founder of The Myokinetix Clinic, in New Jersey, “Getting vitamin D from the sun is much more impactful than the vitamin D absorbed from ingestible supplements. Just 10 minutes spent outside first thing in the morning can really set the day in a good direction.”
To maximize the benefits of green exercise, Rajeshwari Reddy, a physical therapist in Maryland, suggests a few precautions. “If you have any kind of vision issues, you should exercise midday when there is enough light to keep yourself safe, and if you suffer from seasonal allergies, try to avoid areas with flowering plants or trees,” she explains. “Standard walking shoes are different from running shoes, and the body mechanics of different activities require different levels of shock absorption. These often-overlooked components of an outdoor exercise routine can go a long way to keep you safe, avoid unnecessary injuries and ensure you are having fun with your new program.”
After choosing a suitable time and location, the next step is deciding what exercises to do. Dr. Christine Masterson, a physical therapist at Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group, in New York, says, “For those who desire supervision, joining a local walking or running group is an excellent option. Alternatively, for those who prefer independence, a selfpaced exercise routine is recommended.”
Both Masterson and Bandasak describe bodyweight-supported exercises as a perfect outdoor-friendly, equipment-free workout. Moving against gravity uses the person’s weight as a natural form of
resistance. As a result, no dumbbells or resistance bands are required. Pick a nice spot in the grass, on the sand or under a shaded treat and do sit-ups, heel raises, push-ups and squats.
Masterson suggests pairing calisthenics with walking. A sample routine could include a brisk walk to the park, followed by squats sitting and standing from a bench, then another brisk walk to a wooded area, followed by heel raises holding onto a tree trunk for balance. “In a bodyweight program, you can focus more on your form and movement pattern, then you can progress these exercises by increasing repetitions, rather than adding weights,” she notes.
Bandasak asserts that aerobic exercises like walking, jogging or hiking can be optimized by adding a grip challenge. “One factor strongly correlated with increased longevity is grip strength,” he explains. “Grip can be strengthened through your ability to hold onto objects like a pull-up bar at a playground or stable tree branch in nature. If those items are not available, just holding any heavy objects by your sides as you walk can be beneficial.”
A key, take-home message when beginning any green-exercise program is to keep an open mind. There are so many activities we can enjoy outdoors. Reddy considers green exercise anything that gets the heart rate going, which can include diverse activities like golf, gardening in the backyard or swimming in a lake.
While getting the blood pumping, remember to breathe in the fresh air, listen to the songbirds and soak up the summer sunshine. Masterson is a proponent of outside yoga to refocus the mind and deeply reconnect with our surroundings.
Cristina Parker, a researcher, health content writer, educator and clinician specializing in neurologic disorders, limb-loss rehabilitation and adaptive sports techniques, holds a doctorate in physical therapy.
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Anne Biklé and David R. Montgomery, a husband and wife team, collaborated to write What Your Food Ate: How to Heal Our Land and Reclaim Our Health. A biologist, environmental planner and gardener extraordinaire, Biklé earned degrees in biology and natural history from the University of California (UC) Santa Cruz and a master’s degree in landscape architecture from UC Berkeley. She uses her endless fascination with the natural world to explore the tangled relationships between people and their environments. She also helped Montgomery, a professor of Earth and space sciences at the University of Washington, research and write The Hidden Half of Nature: The Microbial Roots of Life and Health, as well as Growing a Revolution: Bringing Our Soil Back to Life. Exploring the connection between soil health and human health, the duo shows us how the roots of our good health begin on farms.
It was a case of evolution, a progression of our research and thinking, as well as the culmination of a journey that we’ve been on, looking into how soils affect human societies. When you’re a writer and you’re constantly looking for connections and patterns, this is what can happen. When David was writing Dirt: The Erosion of Civilizations, he discovered that how we treated the land in the past shaped the way that the land was able to treat the descendants of
people. In other words, if you don’t take care of your land, it doesn’t take care of you.
In looking at the UN’s “Status of the World’s Soil Resources" from 2015, the study concludes that 33 percent of the Earth’s soils are already degraded, and we’re losing about 0.3 percent of our ability to feed ourselves— to grow food on this planet every year—due to soil erosion and soil degradation. That doesn’t sound like a big number in any one year, but adding it up over the rest of this century, it comes to 30 percent of our ability to feed ourselves. Adding to this is the serious degradation of the world’s agricultural land from long-term farming practices, such as tilling or plowing, which is the villain in what is becoming a significant planetary problem that can be reversed with regenerative farming practices.
The plow is one of the more destructive implements that mankind has ever invented despite its ability to help feed us in the past. It contributes to soil degradation and erosion because it fundamentally alters the balance between how fast soils are being made and how fast they’re being lost.
Regenerative agriculture uses less fertilizer, less pesticide and less fossil fuel. It also increases the carbon content in the
soil. Carbon-rich soil retains more water and contains more life, such as whole new worlds of microbial metabolites [the energy and nutrients needed to live and reproduce] that come from soil microbes.
Conventional farming practices use synthetic nitrogen, which degrades organic soil matter and alters the communities of life in the soil. In studies of organic versus conventional, we’ve found that there’s almost always evidence that there are differences in micronutrients and phytochemicals, with organic crops having higher levels of both. Micronutrients are the vitamins and minerals that we need in trace amounts for our health—for example, selenium, boron, zinc and iron— which we need just a little bit of, but that little bit has an oversized effect on our health.
Conventional crops almost always have higher levels of pesticides and heavy metals. There’s a lot of controversy scientifically about how much is enough to affect human health. The companies that make pesticides assure us that the levels in food are perfectly safe. But there are now scientists who are starting to investigate chronic exposure to even small amounts over a whole lifetime. How much does that influence our health? We think there are reasons to keep asking those questions.
It is highly suggestive that the idea of a connection between soil health, crop health and animal health translates into what’s in our food. If we’re getting more vitamins, phytochemicals and mineral micronutrients, which are shown to support health, you can make the argument that these regeneratively grown foods are probably healthier for us to eat.
The nature of what ruminants eat greatly influences the nature of the fats that are in meat and dairy. Livestock grazing on leafy green plants are getting an omega-3-rich diet. Ruminants that eat predominantly seed- or seed oil-derived rations in a feed lot are getting a mainly omega-6-derived diet. Omega-6 fats help trigger inflammation. We want our bodies to be able to trigger inflammation when we need it, but we also want it to turn off when it’s done. Inflammation is not a process that just stops, so we need omega-3 fats, which are central to the process of terminating or quelling inflammation.
Linda Sechrist has been a contributing writer to Natural Awakenings publications for 20 years.
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THURSDAY, JULY 6
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, Techniques 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. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
FRIDAY, JULY 7
Reiki for Kids: Certification Course – 2-5pm. (for ages 5 - 10) Workshop includes: Sensing the energy field; Reiki I Attunement; Healing with Plants, Animals and People; Reiki Art; Stories and Guided Meditation. $67 includes all class materials, Reiki Kids manual and a “Reiki Kids” certificate. and more. Instructor, Maria Banas is a Montessori School teacher and a certified Reiki Master-Teacher (since 2000). $67. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
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. Please bring yoga mat or pillow. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
Sound Bath Journey to Isis – 6-7pm. Isis was the Egyptian goddess of love, healing, fertility, magic, the moon and empowerment. Experience an incredible journey to meet Goddess Isis. Get the healing energy that you need right now thru this journey into the other realm. Achieve this state of mental relaxation with sound bowls and drumming. $25 per person. Chacana Spiritual Center, 2299-B Sarno Rd, Melbourne. 321610-1698. ChacanaCenter.com/classes
Unleash your Super Power Workshop, keynote Dr. Mike Van Thielen, PHD – 9am-1pm. Regain control of your health and unleash your superpower. This workshop will shed light on misconceptions about health and diseases but mostly emphasizes conditions such as chronic pain, PTSD, anxiety and depression. Free for Veterans and $25 for others. All proceeds go to Homes for Wounded Warriors . Emerge Physical Therapy, 5445 Murrell Road, Suite 106, Rockledge. 321-802-5807. MVTONLINE.com.
Reiki 2 Certification Course – 11am-6pm. Reiki Level II / Usui/Holy Fire III is designed with the intention for the student to create a deeper commitment to healing themselves and others. Topics covered: 3 of the 4 primary symbols, Hand positions for healing, Distance healing techniques, Using crystals with Reiki and more. Instructor Maria Banas is a certified Reiki Master Teacher. Please bring a yoga mat or pillow. $185. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
SUNDAY, JULY 9
Lightworker Community Sunday Circle – 1011am. An hour of Universal Inspiration, Higher Consciousness, Meditation, Healing & Devotional Chants. Facilitated by Cheri Hart, speaker Anthony Profeta, music: Craig Costello, meditation: Maria Banas. (Second Sunday of every month) Register online or call. Donation. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
Surround Sound: Immersive Sound Healing Experience – 6:30-8:30pm. Himalayan singing bowls and other sound healing tools - such as tuning forks & chimes - will be played around your body and placed on you as well, thereby providing an opportunity for a relaxing and rejuvenating “sound massage.” Aromatherapy oils will be diffused to add to a deeper state of relaxation. Led by Anthony Profeta. $55. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
MONDAY, JULY 10
Deeksha Healing: The Oneness Blessing with / Soul-Sync Crystal Bowl Meditation – 5:30-7pm. Includes powerful Soul Sync and crystal bowl meditation and Deeksha Blessing, which is a transfer of energy to initiate higher states of consciousness. Brings a shift in perception resulting in clarity and spontaneous feelings of love, joy, peace and inner silence, dissolving negative life patterns and releasing cellular and energetic level traumas facilitating healing with Maria Banas. Bring yoga mat or pillow. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
Connecting with Your Higher Self – 6-7:30pm. Start this hypnotic journey, with a deep release of all negativity. Releasing the negative thoughts, negative emotions, and negative self-talk, that plague us day in, day out. Teaching us to shift out of fear energy and into love energy. This is important as our communication with spirit is much stronger when we are in the energy of love. $35 per person. Chacana Spiritual Center, 2299-B Sarno Rd, Melbourne. 321-610-1698. ChacanaCenter.com/classes
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Spirit Fest: Holistic Metaphysical, and Crystal Expo–10am-6pm Sat & 10am-5:30pm Sun. Enjoy 75 booths with vendors, practitioners, intuitive readers, artists, and demonstrations. See website for more details and discounted admission. Entrance fee: $11/day. Children 12 & under free. Visit SpiritFestUSA.com. Melbourne Auditorium 625 E. Hibiscus Blvd., Melbourne.
MONDAY, AUGUST 7
Munay Ki Evenings – 6-11pm. Initiation rites to become a shaman with Diosa Figueroa. The Munay Ki are 9 rites of initiation to become a person of wisdom and power. They are energetic transmissions that heal the wounds of the past including the genetic and karmic inheritance we are born with. Students receive one rite per class. A series of nine classes held for five months. Students must attend all the classes to receive all nine rites. $55 per class. The Chacana Spiritual Center, 2299 Sarno Rd, Melbourne. 321-610-1698. ChacanaCenter.com/munay-ki
SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 - TUESDAY, AUGUST 22
Peru Shamanic Spiritual Retreat – Head teachers from The Chacana Spiritual Center facilitate Cosmic Journeys & Ceremonies and teach self-healing from a Shamanic perspective in the sacred destination of Peru. Discover and harness the energetic portals of this beautiful world. Tour Lima, Nazca, Puno, Cuzco in Peru. Chacana Spiritual Center, 2299-B Sarno Rd, Melbourne. 321-610-1698. For more information visit ChacanaCenter.com/retreats
WEDNESDAY, JULY 12
Good Vibrations: Sound Bath Healing Meditation – 5:30-7pm. During his sound bath meditations, Meditation Teacher 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 within your energetic system, and allow you to enter into a state of relaxation & healing. Please bring a yoga mat or pillow. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
THURSDAY, JULY 13
Calm Your Anxiety – 7-8pm. You don’t have to spend your time being stressed and anxious. Learn how you can achieve a calmer, balanced state of mind the natural way, without drugs. Dr Walsh speaks at CARE Natural Wellness Center, 1051 Eber Blvd, Suite 102, Melbourne. Free but call 321-728-1387 to register. CareWellnessFL.com.
FRIDAY, JULY 14
Yoga Nidra with Soundscape – 5:30-6:45pm. Combining the healing properties of sound (singing bowls, chimes, voice, etc.) with Restorative Yoga. Time to allow your body, mind, and spirit to rest, rejuvenate, and re-energize. With the use of props (bolsters, a blanket, and blocks), your body is cradled and supported so that you can completely relax into each pose and ending with Guided Rest Yoga Nidra. All levels welcome. Please bring your own mat and blanket. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
SATURDAY, JULY 15
Yoga for the Core – 11am-1pm. Learn what the major core muscle groups are, where they are located in the body, and how to activate, engage and strengthen them. Apply these principles into a 75- minute “Core Yoga Practice”. Learning how to engage and strengthen core muscles helps to improve posture and balance, reduce back and hip pain, and ultimately protect you from injury. $25 pre-paid, $30 at door. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
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Plant Based Nutrition Workshop – 2-4pm. Learn to move into plant-based eating in whatever capacity that fits your lifestyle. You’ll gain new insights on plant-based nutrition, including the decades of research behind plant-based diets, why your body might be holding onto fat (and how to change it), which supplements are essential (and which are dangerous), what foods carry the most healing properties, and new recipes to try at home. Includes is a week’s supply of original plant-based recipes. Led by Maria Ulbricht. $50 (pre-paid in advance $35). Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
SUNDAY, JULY 16
A Journey in Sound: Sound Healing & Singing Bowl Training Workshop – 11am-5pm. Comprised of both lecture & hands-on, experiential practice. During this training you’ll gain a foundational understanding of sound & its effect on the body, mind & soul. Learn the basics of how to play & work with Singing Bowls for self-practice, for private or group sound bath meditations, for yoga and meditation classes, but most of all for healing. Led by Anthony Profeta . $350. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
New Moon Guided Meditation – 6-7:30pm. Anthony Profeta takes us on this meditative journey of healing, relaxation, and connection. The Crystal and Himalayan Bowls will be played during the entire meditation. Bring yoga mat or pillow. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
MONDAY,
Sacred Sound Meditation with Crystal Bowls –5:30-7pm. Immerse in the healing, balancing, relaxing sound waves of the crystal bowls, Tibetan bells, ancient mantras and drum. Sound has a profound power to focus the active mind and to clear and balance the body, allowing you to relax, detach and connect to the divine bliss within. Susan has been using sacred sound to facilitate meditation practice for over 20 years. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
ENERGY HEALING. Dr. Doron Shalev is a gifted energy healer within the Usui Reiki tradition (Master Teacher, specializing in chakra reading and balancing). Visit DoronShalev.com today to begin your journey back to being whole again. CLINICAL DENTAL ASSISTANT. Holisticminded dental assistant needed in high-tech office. Radiology, tech savvy, and computer skills needed for clinical with light administrative duties. Willing to learn and pick-up new skills quickly is required. Certification, Expanded Functions, and/ or Orthodontic experience preferred, but willing to train. Location: Indian Harbour Beach. Email resume to PR@DrClaireStagg.com.
DENTAL ADMINISTRATIVE FRONT DESK CLERICAL PATIENT COORDINATOR. Holistic mindset/lifestyle and/or willing to learn a holistic approach to whole-body dental care. Administrative duties include running the office financials, insurance research and claims follow-up, keeping patient accounts current. Light marketing duties. Dental experience and knowledge of Dentrix preferred, but willing to train. Location: Indian Harbour Beach. Email resume toPR@DrClaireStagg.com.
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, heating pads, rabbit food, guinea pig food, trash bags and white copy paper. All donated items can be brought to the Humane Society, located at 1020 Cox Road in Cocoa. CritterSavers. com 321-636-3343 ext. 214.
THE DAILY BREAD SOUP KITCHEN ACCEPTING DONATIONS – Men’s clothing, personal care products, towels and more. Visit DailyBreadInc.org for a list of needed supplies. Donations may be dropped off at the kitchen, 815 East Fee Avenue, Melbourne, MondayFriday, 8:30am-1:30pm or Saturday 8-11:30am. 321-723-1060.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 19
Trance to Transformation Experience – 5:307pm. Learn how to quickly access the trance states and be guided to higher states and learn to return to those states with ease. Led by Bruce Orion, more information on him at BruceOrion.com. Preregister at AquarianDreams.com/special-events or call 321-729-9495. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
Proof The Spirit Dimension Exists Seminar –6-7pm. Proof the Spirit Dimension Exists Seminar at Spirit Well Sensory Lounge, Stuart, Fl. 7/19/23 at 6:00pm. $15. Spirit Well Sensory Lounge, 872 S Colorado Ave., Stuart. 772-888-2576.
SATURDAY, JULY 22
MetaFest - Free Public Event – 10am-5pm. . Offered quarterly. free, fun, family event promotes Florida’s charities and entrepreneurs. Vendors and volunteers travel statewide to participate. It’s all about the good vibes! For more information visit bUneke.org, email connect@buneke.org, or call or text 321-417-4309. Free. Merritt Square Mall, 777 Merritt Island Causeway, Merritt Island. 321-745-2100. buneke.org.
Restorative, Reiki and Yoga Nidra for Chakra Balancing – 11am-1pm. Combining the healing properties of sound (singing bowls, chimes, voice, etc.) with Restorative Yoga and Reiki energy. Time to allow your body, mind, and spirit to rest, rejuvenate, and re-energize. With the use of props (bolsters, a blanket, and blocks), your body is
cradled and supported so that you completely relax into each pose. All levels welcome. Please bring your own mat and blanket. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events
WEDNESDAY, JULY 26
Mantra and Monochord: Healing Vibrations –5:30-7pm. Using breath to still the mind, gentle movements to relax the body, and chant a mantra before an extended relaxation with the cosmic vibrations of the Gong to align the energetic & physical body. The healing vibrations of the Monochord create a “sonic massage”, resonating with every cell in your body bringing you to holistic balance. Led by Marilyn Diaz. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
Spirit Light Circle with Mark Anthony – 6:308:30pm. During the Light Circle, world-renowned author and medium 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.
Yin Yoga & Healing for Your Sacred Heart –11am-12:30pm. Students will first go on a sensory
journey and select an essential oil, set a heartfelt intention, followed by breath work leading to yin yoga poses. Marilyn Diaz offers hands-on healing to each student. Include sound healing with crystal bowls, Himalayan bowls, Monochord, and healing Gong. Bring yoga mat, blanket, neck pillow and eye cover. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events.
Reiki Vision Board Workshop – 2-4pm. Vision boarding is a powerful tool to manifest your heart’s deepest longings, your visions, your dreams. Begin with a Reiki Guided Rest Yoga Nidra to call in the Reiki energy and create a vision board guided by the Reiki energy. Led by Karen Hedley. $25 (includes all materials needed to create a vision board). Bring yoga mat or pillow. To register call or visit AquarianDreams.com/special-events. $25. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.
Ekam Siddhi: Deeksha Sacred Energy Transfer – 5:30-7pm. Ekam Siddhi is a sacred energy transfer to experience enlightened states of consciousness, such as Great Calm, Great Compassion, Oneness, Connection, Silence, Presence, Love, Acceptance of What Is. Led by Maria Banas who just returned from India and had the honor to be initiated to share such a potent transmission by O & O Academy. Bring a yoga mat or pillow. $20. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495. AquarianDreams.com/special-events
FRIDAY, JULY 7
Free Intro to Herbal Medicine – Noon-1pm. Curious about herbalism? Come discover what herbal medicine is, how herbs are used, and ways to select helpful herbs. You’ll also discover how vibrational flower essences and earth-based practices fit into a holistic health model that aims to address the whole person. Free. Herbs & Owls, 725 N. Highway A1A, D-103, Jupiter. 561-768-9005. HerbsAndOwls.com/classes
FRIDAYS, JULY 8, 15, 22
Special Sound Healing – 6pm. For details and to register visit SoundVibration.net. The Elliott Museum 825 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 12
Tai Chi in the Gardens – 10-11am. Embark on a captivating Tai Chi experience at the Botanical Gardens, led by our skilled instructor. The rhythmic flow of Tai Chi movements will guide you through a series of graceful postures, fostering balance, and a deep connection with your inner self. Members $5. Non-Members $10. Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, 2410 SE Westmoreland Blvd., Port St. Lucie. 772-337-1959.
THURSDAY, JULY 13
Channeling, Psychic Reading, Meditation, IL Healing Session – 2pm-7pm. 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, flexible times. Offered every 2nd Thursday. New Medicine Health & Wellness/Stuart Healing Mecca, 510 SE Dixie Hwy, Stuart. 888-271-4487. Linktr.ee/bethlynchmedium444
FRIDAY, JULY 14
Channeling, Psychic Reading, Meditation, IL Healing Session – 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. Spark of Divine, 1789 Old Dixie Hwy, Vero Beach. 772-257-6499. Linktr.ee/bethlynchmedium444
SUNDAY, JULY 16
Armand & Angelina Musical Service – 10am. A powerful, inspiring talk by Armand and heart-opening vocals by Angelina. Following the service, they will offer an Angel harp & Sacred Sound Meditation. Love offering $30. Unity of Fort Pierce, 3414 Sunrise Blvd, Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityofFortPierce.com.
ECK Light and Sound Service – 11am-noon. “Why do Problems Linger” 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.
Sound Healing – 1-2pm. Sound therapy is an ancient form of frequency therapy. Today, modern electronic devices can create the frequency through a device, which also creates EMF exposure at some levels. Join
us for organic sound and frequency to relieve stress, tension, and dis- ease in the body and mind. Bring your favorite items to make yourself comfortable. Pillow, eye mask, blanket, mat, etc. Led by Jessica Stockman. $35, $40 at door, $30 JBA member with automated contract. Just Breathe Aerials, 270 NW Peacock Blvd, Ste 112, Port St. Lucie. 772-877-2122. JustBreatheAerials.com.
TUESDAYS, JULY 18 & 25
Guided Meditation - 10-11:30am. Relax your mind and body in a guided meditation class lead by Gina Kearney. Classes include guided imagery, vibrational flower essences and sound therapy to deeply restore energy, sense of well-being and connection. $55. Herbs & Owls, 725 N. Highway A1A, D-103, Jupiter. 561-768-9005. HerbsAndOwls.com/classes
WEDNESDAY, JULY 19
Proof The Spirit Dimension Exists Seminar –6-7pm. Discussion based on Dr Dave & Mary DiSano’s book and personal experience about how the spirit dimension can affect one’s mental and physical health. $15. Spirit Well Sensory Lounge, 872 S Colorado Ave., Stuart. 772-888-2576.
Manifesting Abundance – 7pm. Learn how to test for subconscious beliefs that are blocking the flow of abundance. Elizabeth Campbell will clear and change those beliefs for each participant so that they leave the event with more freedom to attract abundance and prosperity to their life. Includes a powerful manifesting exercise. Attendance is limited to 12. Students can register by emailing Elizabeth@TranceformU. com. TranceformU is located at 611 SW Federal Highway, Suite K-1, Stuart. For more information, visit ThetaHealing.com or call 772-291-7813
The Art of Spiritual Dreaming Book Discussion –7pm. Maybe you’ve had a dream you know you’ll never forget. You can learn to remember and interpret your dreams, even if you feel you don’t dream at all. Meetings held monthly, Everyone welcome to attend the dynamic discussion live on zoom or teleconferencing. Books are available at Eckbooks.org. The discussion will be led by a member of Eckankar clergy. Please RSVP by leaving a message at 772-223-1188 or eck-Florida.org. Free.
Mindfulness in the Garden with Moses – 7-9pm. Join us every third Friday in the Secret Garden at Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, as Moses Hill leads a transformative experience. Explore lite-yoga, sound bowl healing, hypnosis, and mindful conversations, fostering personal growth and inner harmony in the serene embrace of nature. $25. Non-Members - $12.50 Members. Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, 2410 SE Westmoreland Blvd., Port St. Lucie. 772-337-1959. TheSanctuaryOfLove.com/events.
SATURDAY, JULY 22
A Yin/ Restorative practice with the Koshas – 2-4pm. Leslie E- RYT 200+ 100 Yin and Wafa E-RYT 500, leads a two-hour immersion into the layers of the Koshas. According to the yoga tradition, every one of us has 5 bodies, each made of increasingly finer and subtler grades of energy. Experience a Yin/restorative practice that will guide you into the deeper and more subtle realms of your Being, towards a state of Bliss. Space is limited so please sign up online or call the studio. Props are available at the studio, but feel free to bring your own. Call for pricing. Just Breathe Aerials, 270 NW Peacock Blvd, Ste 112, Port St. Lucie. 772-877-2122. JustBreatheAerials.com.
SUNDAY, JULY 23
Sunrise Sunday - 6:30-7am. Starting with a short walk across the beach as the sun rises and then sitting for a short, guided meditation to ground with Mother Nature, while infusing Love and Light energy into the Universe. Must be timely as sunrise is at 6:41am. Please bring a blanket or towel. Love Donation. Feel free to join us after for chatting and coffee on the boardwalk. Facilitated by Divine Soul Wellness at Sand Dune Cafe 4191 NE Ocean Blvd Jensen Beach. Please RSVP ahead, 954646-4374 or email DivineSoulWellness@gmail.com
SUNDAY, JULY 30
“How Not to Die” by Dr. Michael Greger – 11:30am. Presenting a transformative video. Dr. Greger has revolutionized nutrition and promotes a plant-based diet explaining the vast majority of premature deaths can be prevented through simple changes in diet and lifestyle. Join us for this screening and learn how to live a healthy life. Unity of Fort Pierce, 3414 Sunrise Blvd, Fort Pierce. 772-461-2272. UnityofFortPierce.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.
Live & Give Dynamic Hatha Charity Yoga – 1011am. 100% of donations go to a different charity monthly. July’s charity is St. Francis Reflections Lifestage Care; f/k/a St. Francis Hospice Care. Reflectionslsc.org. Donation amount of your choice. Live and Give Charity Yoga at Harness Up Fitness, 1868 Rockledge Blvd. (US1), next to the newly rebuilt Publix, Rockledge. 321-626-7494.
Meditation and Mindful Movement for Mental Health Demystified – 11am-noon. Master Class with Dr. Irene Belaga, PhD., licensed psychologist & certified yoga and meditation teacher. 10-Week Series Begins Sunday, July 2nd 11am – 12pm. $40 per person. Mindholistic LLC, E Eau Gallie Blvd 660, Satellite Beach. 800-232-5037. MindHolistic.com.
Sunday Prayer and Meditation Service – 9-9:30am
Join us Sundays at 9am for Prayer and Meditation Service, at 10am for Sunday Celebration Service and at 11:30am for Reiki Healing Circle. 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.
Sunday Celebration Service – 10-11am. Join our Ministers Sundays 10am to 11am in the Sanctuary as they offer practical spiritual teachings that empower abundant and meaningful living. 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.
Sunday Service – 10am. Experience metaphysical Christianity as a positive path for spiritual living. All are welcome. Unity Church in Jensen Beach 3370 NE Indian River Dr., Jensen Beach. UnityChurchinJensenBeach.com.
Fly for $15 – 10-11am. Start slowly trusting the hammock and understand that working through some challenging poses may rejuvenate your body. The hammock supports your lower body safely for your first hammock inversion. 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.
Sunday Sound Healing – 2-3:15pm. Certified Sound Practitioner, Deena Rahill facilitates this experience with gongs, crystal bowls, chimes and drums exploring the benefits of sound vibration on our physical and emotional well-being. Participants are taken on a journey of resonating sounds, altering their brain wave frequencies and allowing for healing to occur. Bring a yoga mat, blanket, and pillow; and wear comfortable clothes. Call 786-488-7782 or sign up on the
website: SoundVibration.net. The Elliott Museum 825 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart.
Labyrinth Walk & Guided Meditation – Offered on First Sunday monthly. Opportunity for wonderfully uplifting yet relaxing Labyrinth walk combined with Guided meditation. Walk the Unity Labyrinth as a tool for spiritual awakening or to relax and let go. The Labyrinth offers a way to quiet our minds, open our hearts and turn to God for guidance. 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.
monday
Gentle Hatha Yoga – 11am-12pm. Traditional yoga postures, breathing techniques and meditation to bring back balance and healing to body, mind and spirit. Accessible to all ages and body types. Bring your own mat. Led by Cindy. $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.
Yoga for Vibrant Health – 12:30pm-1:30pm. Asanas, breath work, and guided meditation are combined to increase potentially stagnant blood flow, physical and mental stamina, and a deep sense of consciousness - all proven to increase your body’s ability to heal. Led by Maria Ulbricht. $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 with Thai Massage Adjustments – 4-5pm. While in a Yin pose receive gentle Thai stretches, compressions, and acupressure along energy lines to release energy blocks in the body, increase flexibility, and deepen relaxation along with the meditative sounds of Tibetan Bowls. Led by Marilyn. $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 well-being 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.
Gentle Yoga with Modifications - 9:45am. For beginners and level 2. This gentle yoga with modifications is a class that anyone can do. It is customized to the students in attendance. Bring your own mat. $5. Unity of Port St Lucie, 8645 US Hwy 1, Port St. Lucie. 845-489-7976.
Chair Yoga – 11am. For seniors and those with limited mobility. Enjoy stretching for relaxation and ease of movement with Lana. Chair yoga is helpful for those who find it difficult to get up and down off the floor. $5 per class Unity of Port St Lucie, 8645 US Hwy 1, Port St. Lucie. 845-489-7976.
tuesday
Yoga for Beginners – 11am-12pm. The student will return the body to a natural state of health and ease through 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 – 12:301:45pm. Every class will outline a specific set of yoga movements “Kriyas” to release energy blocks, energize the nervous system, and focus the mind, resulting in a transformative experience 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. Classes will weave through 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-yoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.
Gentle Flow Yoga – 9:30-10:30am. Gentle Flow practice is life sustainable and is a perfect mix between mind, body and spirit. The practice will take you through a yoga sequence with standing, balance and floor poses synchronized with breath. $20 drop in. New students BOGO(2/$20) Down to Earth Yoga Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 917-740-5859. DTE-Yoga.com
Tune-up Tuesday – 2-3:15pm. Certified Sound Practitioner, Deena Rahill facilitates this weekly experience with gongs, crystal bowls, chimes and drums. Participants lie down on mats or sit and are bathed head to toe in sound vibration. Bring yourself back into a harmonic balance and well-being. Bring a yoga mat, pillow, blanket and wear comfortable clothes. Call 786-488-7782 or sign up on the website SoundVibration.net. The Elliott Museum 825 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart.
Aerial Barre Fusion – 5:30-6:30pm. A fitness technique that transfers dance conditioning exercises at the ballet barre to the Hammock to develop strength, length and grace while realigning the body. Strengthen inner thighs, lower legs, work the arch and practice dance moves. Minimal impact to joints or bones. 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.
Yin Yoga Flow with Healing Gong – 4-5pm. Yin Yoga allows a gentle opening of the body using props to support the pose held for 4-5 minutes. Class and end with the meditative Gong sound bath with Tibetan singing bowls or Monochord Harp. 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.
Hatha Yoga – 6:30-7:45pm. With Marilyn. This gentle form of yoga combines physical well-being 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.
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.
Guided Meditation – Noon-12:30pm. Join us in the sanctuary for this weekly time to relax and find balance. Doors open at 11:50 AM, or virtually on Zoom using the link provided on our website. Click the “connect” button on website, UnityChurchinJensenBeach.com. Unity Church in Jensen Beach. 3370 NE Indian River Dr., Jensen Beach.
Hot Vinyasa – 6-7:15pm. A challenging and dynamic flow that combines breath with movement and encourages students to step outside their comfort zone to expand body and mind. Open to students of all levels. 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. 772877-2122. JustBreatheAerials.com.
Yoga for Beginners – 11am-Noon. KP gives specific verbal cues as well as physically demonstrates the poses (asanas). She offers hands-on alignments and yoga props to help the student physically access the poses. Please bring your own mat. $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. Includes: an opening chant (known as “tuning in”) followed by a brief warm-up for your spine, a kriya (which is a sequence
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of postures paired with breathing techniques), and a closing meditation or song. Led by KP. $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.
Gong Healing Meditation – 4-5pm. Guided meditation with gong healing. A healing Gong meditation balances and aligns your Chakras, clears your Aura or electromagnetic field allowing you to shine brighter and feel lighter. 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 & Sound Healing – 5:15-6:15pm. Multi-level class for beginners and intermediates. Hatha Yoga is a gentle traditional yoga practice which integrates breathing exercises (pranayama) with yoga postures (asanas), mantras, deep relaxation (savasana), and meditation. Led by Marilyn. $15 or yoga membership (10 classes for $85). To pre-register visit: AquarianDreams.com/weeklyyoga-calendar. Aquarian Dreams, 414 N. Miramar Ave. (Hwy A1A), Indialantic. 321-729-9495.
Gentle Yoga – 8:45-9:45am. Flow and Restore (mixed level) Ground yourself in movement, mantra, and meditation. A slow flow combining breath synchronized movement, followed by yin/restorative postures come together to bring you balance and a joyful state of calm. 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.
Gentle Flow Yoga – 9:30-10:30am. Gentle Flow practice is life sustainable and is a perfect mix between mind, body and spirit. The practice will take you through a yoga sequence with standing, balance and floor poses synchronized with breath. $20 drop in. New students BOGO (2/$20) Down to Earth Yoga Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 917-740-5859. DTE-Yoga.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.
Gentle Hatha Yoga – 11am-12pm. Traditional yoga postures, breathing techniques and meditation to bring back balance and healing to body, mind and spirit. Accessible to 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 with Crystal Bowls – 12:30-1:30pm. Yin Yoga is 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 Cindy Jovanovich. $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.
Tai Chi & Qigong On-going – 10-11:30am. Tai Chi, Qigong & Breathing on-going, beginner friendly sessions that address the entire being: mind, body and energy. Practical fitness. $10. Gleason Park - outside, 1233 Yacht Club Blvd, Indian Harbor Beach. BeachsideQigong.com.
Gentle Beginners Yoga - 10:15-11:15am. A safe and open environment for brand new yoga students as well as those who want to brush up on their fundamentals. This class will move at a slower pace and will focus on safe and personal alignment, allowing you to move with “your” own physical self. $20 drop in. New students BOGO (2/$20) Down to Earth Yoga Studio, 1649 SE Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port Saint Lucie. 917-740-5859. DTE-Yoga.com
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1978 US 1, Ste 107 Rockledge, 321-802-1046
BrevardAIM.com
Dr. Zachar utilizes acupuncture, dry needling, herbs and nutrition to help patients. Trained in Facial Rejuvenation technique, he also treats pain disorders, digestive and women’s health issues.
HEALTHY HEALING ACUPUNCTURE & INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE
1395 N. Courtenay Pkwy, Ste 202 Merritt Island, 321-252-3720
HealthyHealingClinic.com
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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321-426-0080
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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 32.
Quantum Sound & NeurOptimal®
2040 Hwy A1A, Ste 208
Indian Harbour Beach, 321-344-1130
WholeyLive.com
Regulate the nervous system, optimize brain function and maximize potential. 100% safe and effective for adults and children with trauma, anxiety, autism, ADHD and more.
PORT ST. LUCIE BOTANICAL GARDENS
2410 SE Westmoreland Blvd.
Port St. Lucie, 772-337-1959
Memberships - pslg.org
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.
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. Home-birthed infants welcome!
RUTH M. RODRIGUEZ, DO
Natural Solutions with Dr. Ruth 321-351-4516
NaturalSolutionsWithDrRuth.com
Dr. Ruth Rodriguez, board-certified Osteopathic Pediatrician consults parents virtually with Pediatric holistic health guidance. Well-child concierge yearly membership and tele-medicine like sick-child consultations also available.
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.
1803 N Wickham Rd
Melbourne, 321-259-8250
bhawc.com
Based on an individualized health plan, Dr. Sharma incorporates chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy, nutraceuticals, photoceutical cryotherapy, detoxification, postural fitness programs, infrared therapy, and lymphatic drainage. See ad, on page 7.
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.
1600 W. Eau Gallie Blvd, Ste 104 Melbourne, 321-622-4447
EPICclinics.com
Dr. Renee Hahn, Upper Cervical Chiropractor, offers relief from a variety of conditions including Allergies, Fibromyalgia, Back Pain, Migraines, sleep disorders and more. See ad, page 13.
UNITY CHURCH IN JENSEN BEACH
3370 NE Indian River Dr Jensen Beach
UnityChurchinJensenBeach.com
Experience metaphysical Christianity as a positive path for spiritual living. Join us for Sunday services at 10 AM. All are welcome!
CORNELIA GILBERT LLC
Transformative Coaching
CorneliaGilbert.com
321-504-8188
Providing a safe space to gain clarity, manage inner conflicts, anxiety, guilt, finding your authentic self, healing from within, reconnect with/develop your innate gifts.
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. See ad, page 33.
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. See ad, page 7.
SMILE DESIGN AND WELLNESS CENTER
Dr. Chris Edwards
Dr. Rob Brown
Dr. Haley Freymiller
Viera, 321-751-7775
SDICFL.com
Innovative, comprehensive, biologic dentistry. Mercury safe removal, high tech office, low radiation digital x-rays. Lasersno shot, no drill. Ozone therapy. See ad, page 25.
CLAIRE STAGG, DDS, PA
Comprehensive Mercury Free Dental Care for the Whole Family
Indian Harbour Beach, 321-777-2797
SmileProfessionals.com
Whole body connections and anti-aging
Dentistry advanced non-surgical TMJ, snoring and sleep breathing disorders therapy, head, neck and facial pain treatment, non-extraction orthodontics, smile makeovers and dentistry for patients with multiple chemical sensitivities. See ad, page 17.
HOLISTIC BLENDS
Sherry Brescia, MSHN, Holistic Nutritionist 888-724-4366
HolisticBlends.com
1:1 consults to help you resolve digestive issues with a customized plan. Address IBS, bloating, constipation, Diabetes, acid reflux & GERD, leaky gut and more. See ad, page 10.
HENRY ECKSTEIN, MSEE, EMRS, BBEC, BBNC
Melbourne, 303-306-8793
Henry@HealthIndoorConsultants.com
HealthyIndoorConsultants.com
Henry will find the sources of harmful electromagnetic radiation in your home or workplace, and help you reduce or remove them. Building Biology Institute certified EMRS.
dōTERRA
Alisha Connor
Melbourne, 321-426-5392
My.doterra.com/AlishaConnor
Essential Oils used is based on individual’s needs. Benefits include better rest, more vitality, mental clarity, increased mobility, and balanced hormone systems. Private/group appointments available.
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!
ADVANCED SKINCARE AND WELLNESS
Stephanie Parker, CL Usui Reiki Master 2425 N Courtenay Pkwy, Ste 1 Merritt Island 321-506-7005
Vagaro.com/advancedskincareandwellness
Non-invasive Protocols: Lymphatic Facelift, Deep Clean/Acne, Mandeliclear Skin Brightening, Dermaplaning, Microneedling with plant-based Stem Cells & Oxygen Plasma, Headache/Sinus Relief, Skin Imperfection Removal. Reiki, Intuitive Chakra & Chi/Qi Flow Readings, Vibroacoustic Sound Table, Intuitive & Holistic Workshops.
MASSAGES WITH PURPOSE AND SKIN CARE
Ginger Taylor, LE, LMT
Melbourne/Palm Bay
321-480-9986
MassagesWithPurpose.com
Advanced Personalized Esthetics; Specializing in: MicroNeedling (Face & Body tightening lift; stretchmarks and scars reduction), Dermaplaning, Microdermabrasion, Organic Lymphatic facials, Stem Cell facials, Oxygen Lifts, Pigmentation Lightening, Anti-Aging Peels, and Microcurrent Face-Lifts. You will leave feeling & looking younger and rejuvenated!
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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 local. 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.
SALT SANCTUARY
5505 N. Atlantic Ave, Ste 208 Cocoa Beach, 321-960-1063
SaltSanctuary.com
Halotherapy effectively helps heal most respiratory conditions including allergies, asthma, COPD, CF, bronchitis, emphysema, etc. and alleviates skin ailments: eczema, psoriasis, acne, rosacea, & more!
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 onhand ready to assist.
PEGGY’S NATURAL FOODS
10471 SE Federal Hwy
Hobe Sound, 772-286-1401
PeggysNaturalFoods.com
Moved to Hobe Sound. 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, 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.
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.
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.
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!
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 32.
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 15.
DIVINE SOUL WELLNESS
2818 SW Port St Lucie Blvd Port St Lucie, 954-646-4374
DivineSoulWellness.com
Divine Healing, Wellness Education, Meditation, Reiki Circles, Mindful Yoga, Sound-bath Healing, Crystals, Chakra Balancing, Local Jewelry, Art, Candles & Soaps, USDA Organic CBD. Available for private events.
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 Practice - injury and illness, chronic disease, anti-aging, functional medicine, physical therapy, chiropractic and more. Same-day sick appointments. Insurance accepted. See ad, page 2.
BEACHSIDE HYPERBARIC
320 4th Ave.
Indialantic 321-977-4509
BeachsideHyperbaric.com
Hyperbaric therapy allows red blood cells and plasma to carry more oxygen, stimulating stem cell production and potentially supercharging the healing process. It can be used as a standalone therapy to help with heart, stroke, chemotherapy recovery, addiction, arthritis, tendonitis and more or be paired with massage or Graston therapy to boost the effectiveness of both.
JC JONES, MA, CHT
Wellness Hypnotist & Coach
Virtual sessions only, 321-775-5797
BrevardHypnosis.com
Spiritually based advanced hypnosis & coaching for powerful lasting change. Dissolve away unwanted habits. Transform your life. Live & Be well. (NGH #78668, MA74183).
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 611 SW Federal Highway, Ste K-1 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. Practicing here in Stuart since 2003.
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 17.
RADIANTLY HEALTHY MD
Rebecca Hunton, MD
150 Fifth Ave, Ste 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 12.
YALE (Yoel) R. SMITH, MD, DABA, BCASI, AFAAFM, BCABARM Center for Anti-Aging Aesthetic and Rejuvenation Medicine
321-421-7111, Viera
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 19.
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 12.
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 10.
4865 N. Wickham Rd, Ste 105 Melbourne, 321-425-2111
Vitalifts.com
Heal from Within at Brevard’s Premiere IV Hydration and Medical Spa. Tailored wellness therapies: Doctor crafted Vitamin formulas, NAD+, I.V. Ozone Therapy, PEMF, HOCATT Ozone, Ozone insufflation, Colon Hydrotherapy, Chelation for heavy metals. Micro-nutrient testing. And more.
Chad Taylor, LMT Ginger Taylor, LMT Ruth DeGaglia, LMT Melbourne/Palm Bay 321-480-9986
MassagesWithPurpose.com
Advanced Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapy is a gentle technique for treating lymphedema, post-surgical swelling, stimulating the immune system, detoxification, plastic surgery scars, edema reduction, and more. Now offering Cavitation with Radio-Frequency to smooth troubled areas. (MM35261, MA75423, MA93522, MA102139)
Heather Leah, BA, LMT
The Viera Business Center
5595 Schenck Ave, Ste 8 Rockledge, 941-248-9127
NurturingSol.com
Assisted Lymphatic Therapy is a specialized treatment to boost the immune system and heal the body from chronic illness. Equal to 8-10 manual lymphatic sessions. Helps to relieve symptoms of lymphedema, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, detoxification of tissues and organs, and cancer recovery. (MA90143, MM17447)
EAST COAST ELITE MASSAGE
4350 N. Atlantic Ave, Ste 4D Cocoa Beach, 321-614-1851
EastCoastEliteMassage.com
We combine a medically inclined massage practice with an energetically driven approach. We are highly trained LMT’s specializing in Therapeutic Massage, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Reiki, Craniosacral, Gua Sha, Neuromuscular technique and prenatal massage. (MM43406, MA96856)
Chad Taylor, LMT
Ginger Taylor, LMT
Ruth DeGaglia, LMT
Melbourne/Palm Bay
321-480-9986
MassagesWithPurpose.com
Advanced Integrative Medical Massage Therapists offering: Craniosacral Therapy, Lymphatic Drainage Therapy, Micro-Current Pain Management, Gentle Scar Release, Thai Massage, Thai Foot Massage, Reflexology, Deep Tissue Massage, Sports Stretching, and Prenatal Massage; helping clients transition towards a better life. (MM35261, MA75423, MA93522, MA102139)
SANDALWOOD MASSAGE & BODYWORK BY JANE
2251 Town Center Ave., Ste 101, Unit 20 Viera, 772-779-1137
Sandalwood.GlossGenius.com
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)
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 35.
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. See ad, page 33.
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DIRECTORY
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.
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.
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 35.
BETH LYNCH, MEDIUM, AUTHOR Intuitive Counselor, Educator 888-271-4487, InnerLight444@gmail.com linktr.ee/bethlynchmedium444
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.
MARY ‘DIVINE’ DISANO
401-263-8828
Now in Port St. Lucie
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.
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.
CERTIFIED SOUND PRACTITIONER
Deena Rahill, 786-488-7782
825 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart
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.
PRIMAL TONE SOUND AND VIBRATIONAL HEALING
Jonell Perez, Port St. Lucie
Primal-Tone.com, 954-832-6790
Immerse yourself in self-healing, utilizing sound to lift your vibration. Attune mind, body and soul. Relaxation, stress reduction, and balance. Private and group sessions.
ANGEL BOOKS
Prestige Award winner Mary Brotherton AuthorMaryBrotherton@gmail.com paypal.me/gowithangels
Books about Angels for children and adults. Proceeds from sales benefit charity. $15 each; both for $25. Includes shipping. Make great gifts! Facebook @gowithangelsbook
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.
LIFE WAVE X39
Scented Dragon, 772-877-2102
6993 Hancock Dr, Port St Lucie 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.
STUART THERMOGRAPHY
Dr. Steven Zanfini Stuart, 772-888-5269
CompleteCareTC.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 19.
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.
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 15.
Dean Wellness Institute has been serving Vero Beach, Florida, and the surrounding areas for over 20 years. 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.
• Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy for Men and Women
• Body Contouring with Emsculpt Neo
• Aesthetic Treatments
u PDO Threads, ThermiSmooth, PRP, Facials, Botox/Dysport, Fillers
• PRP Therapies (including Hair Restoration)
• Preventative Medicine
• Advanced Laboratory Testing
• IV Wellness Therapy
• Sexual Health and Wellness
u O-Shot/P-Shot, Emsella, ThermiVA
We're ready to deck the halls! Each day this week we will be gifting you with a new deal!
Melissa Dean, MD, MMB Anti-Aging Medicine Master’s Metabolic Medicine