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SLOW FOOD TAKES ROOT Global Movement Gains Momentum

MOUTH MATTERS A Fresh Look at Oral Health

Spinal Solutions Chiropractic Heals Unlikely Conditions

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Contents 15 BIONICA DENTAL

WELLNESS SPECIALIZES IN COMPREHENSIVE, BIOLOGICAL DENTISTRY

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16 MOUTH MATTERS

A Holistic Approach to Oral Health

20 SPINAL SOLUTIONS Chiropractic Care Yields Unexpected Results

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23 THE ART OF THE NAP

Unplugging From Life Without Apology

24 SLOW FOOD TAKES ROOT

Global Movement on Fast Track

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DEPARTMENTS 7 news briefs 11 health briefs 13 global briefs 15 community

spotlight 20 healing ways 23 inspiration 24 conscious eating 26 calendar 29 resource guide

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Wellness, Body, Mind & Spirit Expo Sunday, October 20 • 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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Admission $7 (Kids under 12 free) JOIN US for the latest in holistic and new enlightening presentations, the BEST advances in alternative health awareness, and the nation’s finest selections of psychics, mediums,and readers. From astrology to Reiki masters – to Doctors, nutritionists, fitness experts, and life enhancement specialists, we present an eclectic variety of exhibitors. Informative, enlightening, & the MOST knowledgeable FREE presentations are included with admission!!! The Expo will have you feeling exhilarated the entire day!!

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Our October issue brings an abundance of health

news that underscores the importance of paying attention to the little things—like teeth and gums.

Our feature, “Mouth Matters: A Holistic Approach to

PUBLISHER Gabriella Buchnik Oral Health,” explains the concept of the mouth as the “doorway to the body” and delves into the mounting EDITORS Barbara Bolduc Tom Masloski evidence that poor oral health can usher in heart issues,

Lauressa Nelson inflammatory response and even Alzheimer’s disease.

DESIGN & PRODUCTION Melanie Rankin Writer Ronica O’Hara introduces minimally invasive, less toxic approaches to dental care.

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In keeping with this inside-out, whole-body approach, writer Marlaina Donato offers

SALES & MARKETING Gabriella Buchnik additional insights into how one region of the body might affect a seemingly unrelated WEBSITE Nicholas Bruckman area in “Spinal Solutions: Chiropractic Care Yields Unexpected Results.” The article describes how maintaining spinal health through chiropractic treatment may offer relief CONTACT US for a host of conditions, from asthma and digestion to headaches and temporomandibular 3900 W. Brown Deer Rd., Ste. A #171 joint disorders (TMJ).

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Create a new self-care practice today.

Observe your comfort level when it comes to being good to yourself.

Discomfort is a wise teacher. ~Caroline Myss and Peter Occhiogrosso

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Wellness, Body, Mind & Spirit Expo Offers Something for Everyone

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he Wellness, Body, Mind & Spirit Expo—a bi-annual event that brings together like-minded providers of holistic living, spirituality and alternative healing— returns to the Four Points by Sheraton Milwaukee North Shore from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., October 20.

Attendees can discover the latest in new thought presentations; the best advances in alternative health; and a broad selection of massage therapists, chiropractors, reiki masters, natural cosmetics, healthy home improvement experts, psychics, mediums, astrologers, energy workers, naturopaths, fitness experts and crystal/ gemstone specialists.

The expo includes an eclectic variety of exhibitors, along with informative and entertaining presentations. Speakers will cover topics including essential oils, acupuncture and energy bath healing, and authors Susan Lukas, Peig Myota and Dr. Joanne Flanagan will speak throughout the day about spiritual healing and fighting stress. “There will be many opportunities for personal growth and empowerment,” says Flanagan, who is also the Wellness, Body, Mind & Spirit Expo founder.

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Learn Ways to Prevent Foot Pain at Happy Feet Workshop Series

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mily Yenor, a physical therapist, muscle specialist and owner of 1212 Bodyworks, is hosting a three-week workshop series devoted to foot health. During each one-hour session, which takes place on three consecutive weeks from 10 to 11 a.m. on October 10, 17 and 24, she will guide participants through self-massage techniques, precise activation and strengthening exercises for overlooked and under-appreciated foot muscles. Yenor will also cover seated, standing and balance exercise progressions.

Plantar fasciitis, bunions, hammertoes, sprained or broken ankles, Morton’s neuroma and Achilles tendinitis can Emily Yenor all be painful problems that affect the feet. “Foot pain causes trouble with standing, walking and balancing, and can negatively impact quality of life,” Yenor explains. “Foot problems can make certain shoes difficult to wear. Not only do foot problems create pain in the feet, but they can also lead to pain and compensations in other parts of the body. Now, acute and chronic foot pain sufferers can take their healing into their own hands to find pain relief, strength and balance.” Preregistration is required and workshop space is limited to 10 participants.

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Awaken Happy Arts Fair Celebrates Love and Joy

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he Awaken Happy Arts Fair, to be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., October 6, at the New Berlin Ale House, offers attendees reasons and ways to be happier and seeks to raise the vibration of all that attend. People can meet spiritual artists, authors, presenters and readers/healers that want to help everyone be happier.

Upon entering, attendees will be greeted by Ingrid, the Hug Lady. The first 20 participants will receive a gift bag with coupons and goodies from the participants to use at the fair. Offerings include happy art created by accomplished, spiritual artists; books by spiritual authors; upbeat presentations; a pendulum-making workshop; and opportunities to explore metaphysical healing.

“Happiness isn’t a feeling as much as a choice,” says author, artist and Akashic reader Susan Lukas, who organized the fair.

“This is why this fair has been organized—to help people to be happier. There are fewer illnesses among happy people. When you are happy, you share it with others to help reduce stress. From the spiritual point of view, God wants you to love yourself and understand yourself and know that you are always loved no matter what.”

Admission is free although certain events may have fees. Location: 16000 W. Cleveland Ave., New Berlin. For more information, call 414-331-1644 or email SJLukas@hotmail.com. See ad, page 21.

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he Wisconsin chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) will hold the annual Out of the Darkness Milwaukee Walk on October 13 at a new location this year. Previously held at Humboldt Park in Milwaukee’s Bay View neighborhood, this year’s walk will be at Veterans Park, in downtown Milwaukee.

Participants will begin walking along Milwaukee’s beautiful lakefront and make their way down Lincoln Memorial Drive.

Check-in/registration is at 9 a.m., with a program at 10:30 a.m.

The walk begins at 11 a.m.

Registered walkers will join the effort with thousands of people nationwide to raise awareness and funds that allow AFSP to invest in new research, create educational programs, advocate for public policy and support survivors of suicide loss. Socialized, leashed dogs are welcome and for a $10 donation, pooches receive an AFSP bandana. AFSP has set a goal to reduce the annual suicide rate by 20 percent by 2025.

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Location: 1010 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr., Milwaukee. For more information or to register, call 414- 510-6790, email Milwaukee OOTD@gmail.com or visit Tinyurl.com/y5jermex.

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Nationally Recognized Mind-Body Pattern Shifter to Speak at Angel Light

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ana German, an esteemed mind-body pattern shifter and body language expert, will lead a workshop, The Power of Your Walk, at Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, from noon to 1:30 p.m. on October 12.

Participants will gain an understanding of the core obstacles that keep them from living life to the fullest. They will learn to feel their own power and potential in order to become the powerhouse for the self; and learn hands-on tools that allow them to move forward in a different way, including German’s unique method for instantly feeling more grounded.

German uses over 18 years of experience as a mind-body pattern shifter and body lanYana German guage expert to help individuals experience a positive transformation from within. She has an organic approach to personal development, focusing on the relationship between the mind and the physio-energetic body, in which thoughts, emotions and behavioral patterns interact.

“Your body, your energy, speaks louder than your words.

It shows who you truly are, how you truly feel, where you are headed in life and where you are stuck,” says German. “It alters people’s perception of you and it ultimately impacts you on every level. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn what your body is saying— and the power that you can gain through body awareness.”

Participants must register by October 2 to reserve a seat.

Cost: $55. Location: 13300 Watertown Plank Rd., Elm Grove.

For more information or to register, call 262-787-3001 or visit AngelLightLLC.com. See listing, page 29.

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hose seeking Halloween family fun can find two options in the Mukwonago and Delafield areas, and support opportunities for youth and nature. The Hollow at Phantom Lake, held from 7 to 9:30 p.m.

October 4, 5, 11 and 12 at Phantom Lake YMCA Camp, in Mukwonago, features a stroll through a jack-o’-lantern wonderland with more than 1,000 hand-carved illuminated pumpkins adorning enchanted forest trails covered in pixie dust. From black cats and broomsticks to spiders and hooting owls, The Hollow promises to stir the imagination and rekindle nostalgia for the season.

The Hollow benefits the Phantom Lake Youth Scholarship fund.

For older children and adults, the 22nd annual Lapham Peak Fright Hike in Delafield takes place from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on October 18 and 19. Attendees can enter the dark forest at their own risk and behold ghoulish scenes while walking through the one-mile haunted trail with wandering spooks. After the hike, people can share ghost stories and enjoy musical entertainment by the bonfire. Concessions will be available at the Evergreen Shelter.

Proceeds from admission and concessions benefit the Ice Age Trail and Lapham Peak State Park, promoting health, community and the environment. The Fright Hike is held rain or shine with no refunds. No pets are allowed.

Costs: The Hollow at Phantom Lake, $12; The Lapham Peak Fright Hike: $10 in advance, $15 at door, cash only; access requires a $5 vehicle fee or valid annual Wisconsin State Parks sticker. Locations: Phantom Lake YMCA Camp, S110 W30240 YMCA Camp Rd., Mukwonago; The Lapham Peak Fright Hike, W329 N846 County Rd. C, Delafield. For more information, visit TheHollowWI.com and http://bit.ly/frighthike19.

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Fight MRSA With Herbal Extracts In a Brazilian study published in the Journal of Herbal Medicine, extracts of rosemary leaves and pomegranate peels, along with a South African herb known as misty plume bush, significantly reduced the ability of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteria to grow and spread in the laboratory, a finding that may help develop new strategies against the superbug.

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Reduce Kids’ Risk of High Blood Pressure With Maternal Vitamin D Children born with low vitamin D levels have an approximately 60 percent higher risk of elevated systolic blood pressure between ages 6 and 18, reports a study of 775 Boston children published in the American Heart Association journal Hypertension. Those with persistently low levels of vitamin D through early childhood had double the risk of elevated systolic blood pressure between ages 3 and 18.

Higher systolic numbers increase the risk of cardiovascular disease later in life. Because infants’ vitamin D levels are determined by the mothers’ levels during pregnancy, researchers suggest exploring an official recommendation for vitamin D supplementation during pregnancy.

Try Fennel Oil to Fight Vaginal Yeast Up to 75 percent of women deal at some point with the itchiness, discharge and sexual discomfort and pain of vaginal yeast infections caused by Candida species, the most prevalent being Candida albicans. Egyptian laboratory researchers tested fennel oil and eight other plant-based essential oils on 19 Candida albicans strains that were resistant to the antifungal medication fluconazole. They found that the fennel oil had significant antifungal properties against the strains, outperforming chamomile, jojoba, nigella, fenugreek, cod liver, peppermint, clove and ginger oils. When combined with fluconazole, fennel was effective on seven strains, theoretically lowering the need for higher doses of the medication.

Protect Kids From Bullying to Lower Risk of Teen Depression A three-decade study of 3,325 young people in Bristol, UK, found that kids that were bullied at age 10 had eight times the rate of depression in their teen years, and that it persisted for some into their adult years. Using detailed mood and feelings questionnaires and genetic information, researchers found that childhood bullying was strongly associated with depression. Bullied children had a greater risk of both limited depression occurrence and persistent depressive issues. Other risk factors found to be associated with depression in the children included anxiety and the mother’s postnatal depression.

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The common kitchen herb rosemary holds promise for insomniacs. Iranian researchers tested 68 university students for a month, giving them either 1,000 milligrams of rosemary herb each day or a placebo. Those that took the rosemary herbal supplement had improved memory, reduced anxiety and less depression at the end of the month. Using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Inventory scale, those taking the rosemary slept better, as well.

Cordyceps, a fungus that grows on caterpillars high in the Himalayas, has long been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine as a rejuvenating and performance-enhancing medicine. The latest Korean research shows it also boosts the immune system. Scientists tested 79 healthy adults for eight weeks, giving 39 of them 1,680 milligrams of cordyceps a day in capsules and the other 40 were given a placebo. The cordyceps produced a 38 percent increase in natural killer (NK) cell activity, which plays a role in immunity by detecting and killing virusinfected cells, tumor cells and abnormal cells.

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Texas Pumas Counter Inbreeding

The endangered Florida panther has been saved from extinction thanks to the introduction of female Texan pumas, reports a 10-year study conducted by the University of Florida and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The pumas, which like the panthers, are a sub-species of cougar, were brought to Florida in 1995 to counter the effects of habitat loss and health issues caused by panther inbreeding, including heart defects, infertility and other genetic problems. The panther population has since rebounded from a low of 20 to 30 cats to between 120 and 230.

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Extraterrestrial Matter Found on Earth

The Makhonjwa Mountains of South Africa harbor some of the planet’s oldest rocks, including meteorites that have been striking the Earth for eons. According to the peer-reviewed journal Geochimica et Cosmochimica Acta, researchers using electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) spectroscopy have discovered a 3.3 billion-year-old layer of rock that contains two types of insoluble organic matter, both of which suggest extraterrestrial origins, making it the oldest extraterrestrial organic matter ever identified. Many scientists think the basic molecules of life may have originated in outer space.

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Unexpected Aquatic Rebound

Overfished and struggling widow rockfish are returning to the Pacific coast. Legal protections since 2001 had made it illegal to take the fish commercially, and fisheries managers implemented “catch share” regulations as the fishing fleet dwindled from 400 to 50 trawlers. But the fish have made a faster comeback than expected. National Marine Fisheries Service biologist Jason Cope notes that scientists were surprised by how quickly some rockfish species can reproduce. “We thought it might take a century or so for them to rebuild themselves; it’s now taking maybe a decade.”

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Seven years without a cold?

sinuses. Attorney Donna Blight had a 2-day sinus headache. When her CopperZap arrived, she tried it. “I am shocked!” she said. “My head cleared, no more headache, no more congestion.”

Some users say copper stops nighttime stuffiness if used just before bed. One man said, “Best sleep I’ve had

By Doug Cornell in years.” ore and more people are He asked relatives and friends to try Copper can also stop flu if used early saying they just don’t get it. They said it worked for them, too, so and for several days. Lab technicians colds anymore. he patented CopperZap™ and put it on placed 25 million live flu viruses on They are using a new device made the market. a CopperZap. No viruses were found of pure copper, which scientists say Now tens of thousands of people alive soon after. kills cold and flu have tried it. Nearly Dr. Bill Keevil led one of the teams viruses.

100% of feedback confirming the discovery. He placed Doug Cornell said the copper millions of disease germs on copper. invented the stops colds if used “They started to die literally as soon as device in 2012. within 3 hours after they touched the surface,” he said.

“I haven’t had a the first sign. Even People have used it on cold sores single cold since up to 2 days, if they and say it can completely prevent ugly then,” he says. still get the cold it outbreaks. You can also rub it gently on People were is milder than usual wounds or lesions to combat infections. skeptical but EPA and they feel The handle is New research: Copper stops colds if used early. and university better. curved and finely studies demonstrate repeatedly that Users wrote things like, “It textured to improve viruses and bacteria die almost instantly stopped my cold right away,” and “Is contact. It kills germs when touched by copper. it supposed to work that fast?” picked up on fingers That’s why ancient Greeks and “What a wonderful thing,” wrote and hands to protect Egyptians used copper to purify water Physician’s Assistant Julie. “No more you and your family. and heal wounds. They didn’t know colds for me!”

Copper even about viruses and bacteria, but now we Pat McAllister, age 70, received kills deadly Dr. Bill Keevil: do. one for Christmas and called it “one Copper quickly kills germs that have cold viruses.

Scientists say the high conductance of the best presents ever. This little become resistant to of copper disrupts the electrical balance jewel really works.” Now thousands of antibiotics. If you are near sick people, in a microbe cell and destroys the cell users have simply stopped getting colds. a moment of handling it may keep in seconds.

People often use CopperZap serious infection away from you and So some hospitals tried copper touch preventively. Frequent flier Karen your loved ones. It may even save a life. surfaces like faucets and doorknobs.

Gauci used to get colds after crowded The EPA says copper still works This cut the spread of MRSA and other flights. Though skeptical, she tried it even when tarnished. It kills hundreds illnesses by over half, and saved lives. several times a day on travel days for of different disease germs so it can Colds start after cold viruses get in 2 months. “Sixteen flights and not a prevent serious or even fatal illness. your nose, so the vast body of research sniffle!”

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r. Udoka Holinbeck of Bionica Dental Wellness comes from a family of health practitioners.

She was born in Nigeria and grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina, and as an undergrad at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, she tried to follow her family’s footsteps in medicine, but she quickly became bored. “It didn’t give me an opportunity to be hands-on and crafty,” she reflects.

“I wanted to nurture my artistic side.”

A mentor suggested to Holinbeck that she explore dentistry. She shadowed a dentist and immediately knew that it was the right profession for her. “I’ve been lucky in that I went down a path that was meant for me. I think a lot of people spend quite a bit of time looking for that thing that is going to keep them engaged.” She received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at University of Southern California in 2011.

Like most dental students, Holinbeck received conventional dentistry training, but she was curious about other options and better ways to treat patients. Her continuous thirst for knowledge sent her toward biological dentistry, an approach that makes every effort to eliminate toxicity and considers the oral health-whole body connection. She started taking continuing

education courses after dental school. Her interest in holistic wellness furthered when she became pregnant with her first son.

Holinbeck practiced dentistry in Houston before moving to Wisconsin, her husband’s home state, to be close to family members. She joined Integrative Dental Solutions, in Pewaukee, where she trained in biological dentistry techniques. She developed her own approach and opened Bionica Dental Wellness this past April.

A key component of biological dentistry is avoiding metals and other dental materials that can be toxic. “We do not use metal, or amalgam fillings, and we take that a step further by avoiding certain resin materials that are high in bisphenol A (BPA) components. Every material I use is carefully tested and vetted by me. I have a naturopathic doctor on staff, Dr. Brian Borden, who tests patients for biocompatibility,” Holinbeck affirms.

She’s certified in the Safe Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique, commonly known as SMART, through the International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology (IAOMT). The process involves taking all precautions to minimize ingestion of mercury vapor during amalgam removal. Holinbeck also uses ceramic, metal-free implants, an option that elimi-

nates risk of corrosion and allergies that can result from metal dental materials.

Another staple of biological dentistry is ozone/oxygen therapy, which Holinbeck uses to help kill the microbes that cause tooth decay and infections, and promotes healing. She adds that it also helps reduce risk of needing root canal surgery by regenerating pulp tissue. In addition, she uses platelet rich plasma (PRP) therapy to help bones and gums heal. “PRP uses the patient as the source of his or her own grafting,” she notes. With PRP, a patient’s blood is drawn and spun in a centrifuge to concentrate platelets, fibrin and white blood cells, which are placed at the site of infection to promote healing.

Biological tooth extraction services involve carefully preparing and cleaning the site to reduce risk of bone death and cavitations—holes in the jawbone that can harbor bacteria. Holinbeck also developed a product line of natural dental care products that includes tooth powder, mouthwash, oil pulling agents and lip balm. The products can be purchased at the dental office or ordered through BionicaNaturals.com.

Holinbeck strives to go the extra mile to help patients feel comfortable at the clinic, and she highly praised her Bionica Dental Wellness team for supporting her mission. “I could not have asked for better people who are so compassionate about our patients,” she enthuses. “We take what we do seriously and have integrity, but we’re really lighthearted and create a relaxing, friendly vibe to help put people at ease.”

Outside of the office, Holinbeck and her husband stay busy raising their 2- and 4-year-old sons. She’s also dedicated to the Delafield community and collected school supplies for the United Way’s Backpack Coalition. Holinbeck also volunteers at the Lake Area Free Clinic, in Oconomowoc.

“For me, it’s not just about coming to work.

All of us have a mission on this Earth that’s outside of us,” she concludes.

Bionica Dental Wellness is located at 2566 Sun Valley Dr., Delafield. For more information, call 262-337-9745 or visit Bionica DentalWellness.com. See ad, page 9.

Sheila Julson is a freelance writer and regular contributor to Natural Awakenings magazine.

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Mouth Matters A Holistic Approach to Oral Health T

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he mouth is the doorway to the body,” so the saying goes, and today we know just how true that is. Years ago, the biannual trip to the dentist was typically a simple “drill-andfill” operation, with other health concerns not given a second glance. Now, emerging research shows that when we neglect basic oral care—even that annoying task of nightly or post-meal flossing—we endanger our heart, lungs, kidneys and even our brains by allowing the buildup of pernicious bacteria in our gums.

In April, University of Louisville School of Dentistry researchers reported that the bacteria P. gingivalis, which flourishes in gum disease, was found in brain samples of deceased Alzheimer’s patients— and that inflammation, swelling and bleeding in gums can transport the bacteria from the mouth into the bloodstream simply through chewing or teeth-brushing.

The study also linked the bacteria to rheumatoid arthritis and aspiration pneumonia.

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Advanced gum disease also increases the risk of cancer by 24 percent, especially lung and colorectal cancers; quadruples the rate of kidney disease; and increases the risk of strokes, coronary artery disease, diabetes and pre-term births, other studies show.

These findings have sobering implications for the nearly half of the American adults over age 30 and 70 percent of adults 65 and older with gum disease. “Science has proven that a healthy mouth is a healthy body,” says San Francisco holistic dentist Nammy Patel, author of Age With Style: Your Guide to a Youthful Smile & Healthy Living.

Body, Mind, Teeth

It’s part of the reason for the fresh interest in holistic dentistry, sometimes called biologic dentistry. “We look at the entire body, not just the mouth,” says Bernice Teplitsky, DDS, of Wrigleyville Dental, in Chicago, and president of the Holistic Dental Association (HDA), based in Coral Gables, Florida. Holistic dentists abstain from toxic

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materials, remove amalgam fillings, may be wary of root canals and focus on minimally invasive procedures—some of which may be high-tech and cutting-edge, such as lasers to clean teeth and gums, ozone therapy to slow the growth of infections and air abrasion to “sandblast” away small areas of tooth decay.

Holistic dentists work closely with a wide range of other complementary practitioners. “We look at the underlying causes for gum disease and cavities: Is it your diet, or hormonal changes or acid reflux?” Patel explains. That may mean prescribing a head massage, acupuncture session, meditation lessons or dietary counseling. They may run blood tests for biocompatibility of materials and incorporate approaches from Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda, herbology, homeopathy, iridology, craniosacral therapy and energy medicine. They will look for signs of sleep apnea and often treat it. However, with the added tests and consultations, they tend to be more expensive, with many procedures not covered by dental insurance. Their numbers are small: Only 391 of 199,000 American dentists belong to the HDA, or about one in 500.

Yet the natural health movement that drives holistic dentistry is having an effect on the profession at large. Many dentists nationwide, pressured by patients and aided by new technology, are abandoning toxic and invasive options for less harmful methods. Controversial mercury amalgam fillings are being edged out by less toxic options like resin composites that match teeth color; the amount of mercury sold in the U.S. for dental amalgams fell by half between 2001 and 2013.

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We look at the underlying causes for gum disease and cavities: Is it your diet, or hormonal changes or acid reflux?

linked to non-cancerous brain tumors, are yielding to computerized digital X-rays with a fifth of the radiation: As many as two out of three dentists have switched over. And aided by computer imaging software and 3-D printers, dentists are fabricating new crowns, implants, bridges and dentures right in the office, instead of using what Austin, Texas, dentist David Frank calls “intrusive analog [gooey impressions] that left patients feeling claustrophobic, highly anxious and consistently worried about gagging.”

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Instead, ask for relatively nontoxic options such as porcelain or composite resins, which can be made of materials such as silica, ceramic, plastics and zirconium oxide. Some composite resins contain the endocrine disrupters Bis-GMA or BPA; for extra protection, ask for one that doesn’t, or ask the dentist to use a rubber dam to prevent swallowing it.

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Should I have my amalgam fillings removed? Holistic dentists like Patel

give a strong yes. “The problem arises with mercury when you chew or brush your teeth. The abrasion creates heat and causes the mercury to off-gas. Those vapors get swallowed and go into your body, where they’re stored—and that creates significant health hazards—because we’re talking about a known poison,” she says. Other dentists disagree about removal, citing its risks: Holistic pioneer Dr. Andrew Weil, for example, writes that removing amalgam fillings is often unnecessary, costly and stressful, and recommends exchanging them for composite resin only when they break down.

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Typically, patients didn’t have the precise cardiac conditions that warranted the extra caution.

We look at the entire body, not just the mouth. ~Bernice Teplitsky

Is a root canal the best option?

Some holistic dentists counsel against root canals, citing the risk of long-term health problems caused by lingering bacteria, and advocate the use of herbs, laser therapy or extractions instead. “If root canals were done 20 to 30 years ago, it is definitely a problem, because there were not enough technological advances to clean out all the bacteria which could cause chronic health complications,” says Patel. “Nowadays, depending on the tooth root, canals can be 99.9 percent cleaned by lasers.”

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Toothbrush: Electric toothbrushes reduced plaque 21 percent

more and gingivitis 11 percent more after three months compared to manual toothbrushes, reported a review of 56 studies involving 5,068 participants. Those that rotate rather than brush back-andforth clean slightly better.

Toothpaste: Study the labels and be wary of the following ingredients: fluoride, sodium lauryl sulfate, triclosan and sodium hydroxide. These ingredients are a plus: baking soda (sodium bicarbonate), green tea, Eucalyptol, menthol, tea tree oil and vitamin D. Flossing: Some smooth, slippery flosses are coated with toxic,

Teflon-like perfluorinated polymers linked to kidney and testicular cancer, ulcerative colitis and hormonal disruptions. A recent study found higher levels in women using those flosses. Instead, use the old-fashioned nylon kind or try out new flosses made of biodegradable silk or bamboo or those infused with antimicrobial

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tea tree oil. Or, consider a water flosser, which Canadian researchers found were 29 percent more effective at plaque removal than string floss.

Mouthwash: Mouthwashes containing alcohol significantly raise the risk of throat cancer, Australian researchers found.

Instead, opt for super-healthy green tea as a mouthwash, as well as a drink. Studies show that it protects teeth from erosion and promotes healthy gums. Another simple option is warm salt water, using one cup of water and one-half teaspoon of salt. A 2017 study by the Cochrane medical study organization found it is virtually as effective as the prescription antiseptic mouthwash chlorhexidine in reducing dental plaque and microbes.

Pulling: An ancient Ayurvedic remedy, this involves swishing

a spoonful of organic coconut oil around the mouth and through the teeth for 10 to 20 minutes. The oil’s lauric acid, a natural antibacterial, has been found in studies to reduce plaque formation and fungal infections, as well as the strains of bacteria linked to bad breath and irritated gums.

Taking care of our teeth and gums is simply worth the daily time and trouble to facilitate long-term health. “Your oral care should be taken just as seriously as watching your diet,” advises Kalasho.

Ronica A. O’Hara is a Denver-based natural health writer. Connect at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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hiropractors are often perceived as back pain specialists, but optimal chiropractic care treats the whole person from the inside-out, starting with the nervous system. This means practitioners can address many conditions that transcend typical expectations.

The human spinal column sports 31 pairs of nerves, some corresponding directly to digestive, reproductive and respiratory organs, which might explain why regular spinal adjustments and other chiropractic techniques can be helpful for seemingly unrelated conditions like asthma, chronic headaches, hormonal imbalances and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders.

A scientific review of 179 published papers focusing on various non-musculoskeletal conditions shows benefits of fullbody chiropractic treatment for asthma, infantile colic and cervical vertigo. Results are also promising for middle ear infections in children and pneumonia in seniors.

Clinical evidence suggests the nervous system is a cohesive factor in achieving overall wellness. “In chiropractic and

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holistic philosophy, the body is considered a self-healing organism,” explains chiropractic physician and applied kinesiologist Marc Terebelo, of the Chiropractic Wellness Center, in Southfield, Michigan.

“The nervous system controls the body, so issues in the toes or fingers may be caused by spinal issues in the neck and low back.

Likewise, bladder and menstrual cycle problems can be caused by injury to the low back or pelvic regions.”

William J. Lauretti, a New York Chiropractic College professor in Seneca Falls, concurs with the benefits of holistic treatment. “Chiropractors view the body as an integrated unit, and problems in one area might affect a seemingly unrelated area,” he says. “Most chiropractors have a wide variety of treatment approaches to offer, including advice on nutrition, lifestyle, stress management and exercise.”

Chiropractic and Digestion

It’s worth noting that the nerves that innervate important digestive anatomy—from the salivary glands to the stomach down through the intestinal tract—branch off the

Chiropractors view the body as an integrated unit, and problems in one area might affect a seemingly unrelated area. ~William Lauretti spinal cord at various levels of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. “This means that chiropractic adjustments given to [the] neck, mid-back, lower back and sacrum are important to optimal digestive function,” says chiropractor Sean Cailteux, of Exodus Health, in Shawnee, Kansas.

In his practice, Lauretti has observed better digestion as a positive side effect to regular adjustments. “I’ve had a few patients over the years who reported improvement in digestive problems after chiropractic treatment of the mid- and low back. In some of those cases, the improvement was serendipitous, because the patient didn’t discuss their digestive symptoms initially, only after they noticed the improvement.”

Hope for Headaches and TMJ Dysfunction

Chronic tension headaches and migraines can become the norm for too many individuals, but chiropractic care—including spinal adjustments, nutrition advice and addressing emotional causes such as stress and anxiety—can be key in reducing pain and getting to the root of the problem.

“Technically, only headaches with a list of very particular characteristics can be properly diagnosed as migraines,” Lauretti explains. “The cause of many cases of chronic, long-term headaches is often from poor function of the muscles and joints in the neck.”

These types of headaches often respond well to treatment focused on restoring normal function to the neck, he says.

TMJ disorders can cause painful and sometimes debilitating symptoms, including facial and tooth pain and locking of the jaw.

Chiropractic treatments often provide reliable relief. “The TMJ is a very important joint in the body, with thousands of neuroreceptors. TMJ involvements can cause headaches, particularly around the ear or side of the head, vertigo, tinnitus and other hearing issues,” says Terebelo.

Cailteux notes that aside from experiencing jaw pain and headaches, someone suffering from TMJ disorder may have difficulty chewing, and may experience an audible clicking of the jaw with movement. “Chiropractic adjustments can be particularly helpful, especially when delivered to the TM joint and the neck.

Gentle, soft-tissue manipulation of the muscles and tendons of the jaw, specifically the masseter, temporalis and pterygoid muscles, is also a highly effective treatment.”

For a true holistic approach and lasting success, Lauretti offers this advice: “Look for a doctor who is willing to work as part of your healthcare team and who’s willing to refer you for specialty care when appropriate.”

Marlaina Donato is the author of several books, including Multidimensional Aromatherapy. She is also a composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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hildren, four-legged family members, Thanksgiving overeaters and the occasional squirrel on a branch have mastered an art that eludes most of us, and they engage in it without a shred of guilt.

Defying our cultural habit of constantly being on the go and embracing the respite can be an active meditation, an invitation to cultivate uncommon stillness.

Answering the siren’s call of a nap might very well be one of the most beneficial acts of self-care we can give ourselves. Both body and psyche crave chill-out times for good reasons. Using study subjects ranging from NASA pilots to emergency room staff, curling up for a 20- to 30-minute siesta has been clinically proven to lower blood pressure, boost immunity, improve motor skills and enhance job performance and creativity.

Power naps—the short-but-sweet kind—give us the opportunity to nourish the most neglected part of life, the inner life.

Rest-fueled “me-time” can be a daily ritual punctuated with both practical and aesthetic inspiration. Choosing a spot drenched in inviting natural light or close-curtained tranquility and reserving a favored pillow, chair or luxurious coverlet can usher in

blissful time-out. Adding the presence of aromatherapeutic essential oils like lavender, Roman chamomile or tangerine or a vase of simple fresh flowers can signal the ever-diligent sympathetic nervous system to cut back on overtime. Dropping down into unhurriedness like an anchor into port can prompt deeper and longer breaths and offer us the shameless chance to invest in quality daydreaming. Playing recorded sounds from nature—ocean waves, soft rain or gentle wind in the trees—can set the stage for a satisfying nap. Inviting the resident cat or pooch for a sleep-spell can also effect release of beneficial endorphins.

Scheduling a nap into the day like any other appointment not only ensures follow-through, but presents a succulent slice of something to look forward to. Putting the computer on sleep mode and turning off the phone signals the brain that it’s time to recharge. Social media interaction and phone chats can wait. The pursuit of wellbeing does not need explanation, apology or, most of all, guilt. Pleasant dreams.

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Slow Food Takes Root Global Movement on Fast Track

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he global Slow Food movement is fast gaining momentum, uniting more than 100,000 people in 150 countries with a shared passion for delicious food and a moral conviction about the people and places that sustain it. It satisfies foodies’ hunger for a deeper appreciation and understanding of their meals’ origins, from farm to fork.

“The key principles of Slow Food are good, clean and fair,” says Laura Luciano, a board member for Slow Food USA and Slow Food Governor for New York State.

“It’s the opposite of fast food, where you are in and out with no idea where your food comes from or the stories behind it.”

Fair, says Luciano, means fair to farmers, and paying a fair wage to workers picking and growing food. “Fair also incorporates principles of equity, inclusion and justice. Good means good for the climate, the Earth and us as individuals. Clean means not using GMOs and pesticides in the food,” she explains.

Slow Food has its roots in Italy, where food and wine journalist Carlo Petrini took up the cause in 1986 to halt the homogenous fast food chains encroaching on the country’s

rich, diverse food culture. Slow Food USA has taken off since its founding in 2000 with 150 chapters boasting 6,000 members nationwide. Many convene annually at Slow Food Nations, a food festival for all in Denver, to swap stories, share strategies, celebrate victories and of course, break bread together.

The backbone of the movement is its local chapters. “Food has a regional identity, connected to history, culture and family,” says Luciano, whose blog Out East Foodie shares the stories of her Long Island edibles.

For Bob Quinn, an organic wheat farmer in Big Sandy, Montana, and the founder of the heirloom grain company Kamut International, the Slow Food movement has been a kind of welcome homecoming and acknowledgment of his company’s efforts to protect workers and nourish consumers.

“To me, Slow Food is a return to the roots of agriculture and the soul of organic, because it focuses on the food—the end purpose of agriculture—rather than profits and yields that are the focus of the industrial food system,” says Quinn, author of Grain by Grain: A Quest to Revive Ancient Wheat, Rural Jobs, and Healthy Food. “Slow

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food offers an appreciation for farmers’ efforts to improve the soil and the nutrition, flavor and aroma of the foods we grow.”

The Slow Food movement also connects producers like Quinn with chefs like Steven Satterfield, author of Root to Leaf: A Southern Chef Cooks Through the Seasons and board vice president of Slow Food’s Atlanta chapter. “As a chef, Slow Food to me means honoring your ingredients and going out of your way to get the freshest, most sustainable, seasonal ingredients,” says Satterfield, who came to Slow Food early in his career as a young line cook interested in the provenance of food and protecting its cultural heritage.

At Miller Union, Satterfield’s awardwinning Atlanta restaurant, all dishes are made from scratch, mainly from farms in the region, to support seasonal eating and local growing. Satterfield’s dishes also feature traditional Southern varieties from Slow Food’s Ark of Taste, a catalog of more than 200 culturally significant foods in danger of extinction. One Miller Union favorite is a hummus made from sea island red pea and benne seeds, an ancient variety of sesame originally brought by slaves from Africa to the South Carolina coast and cultivated in hidden gardens as a staple food.

Beyond engaging diners, chefs and producers, Slow Food also campaigns for big-picture policy changes, like farmto-school programs to introduce fresh produce and get kids excited about healthy eating, says Luciano.

“Eating is a political act. The choices we make speak volumes about what we stand for,” says Luciano. “We talk about joy and justice. There is the joy in food and the justice and stories behind it. Slow Food tries to marry both of those worlds.”

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We talk about joy and justice. There is the joy in food and the justice and stories behind it. Slow Food tries to marry both of those worlds.

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Savory Slow Food Recipes Place the halved bok choy cut-side-down in the pan in a single layer.

photo by John Kernick

Continue to simmer over medium heat until the bok choy is tender, but still has texture and bright color, about 4 minutes.

With a slotted spoon, remove the bok choy and set aside, but leave the citrus peels and spices in the pan.

Continue to simmer until the broth is reduced by half or more.

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Taste the sauce for seasoning, then at the last minute, return the cooked bok choy to the glaze and reheat all the way through.

Glazed Bok Choy with Citrus and Star Anise

Mustard-Roasted Cauliflower

One of the qualities I love about bok choy is how easily the crisp rib absorbs the flavors of whatever it is cooked with. If it is not closely monitored, however, its tender leaves wilt quickly and the rib may turn mushy. I address this issue by quickly pulling the bok choy from the pan when it just begins to turn tender and succulent, allowing the sauce to reduce and intensify on its own. This recipe is perfect with a rice dish or with a delicate fish that could be poached in the cooking liquid for a full meal.

Cauliflower and mustard are both members of the genus Brassica, so it’s not surprising that the seed of the mustard plant is compatible with its big-headed cousin.

Try it for yourself in this incredibly simple vegetable roast, which makes a terrific side dish with fish or fowl and is also hard to stop eating straight out of the pan. If you come across the orange, green or purple cauliflower varieties, mix them together for a stunning presentation.

Yields: 4 servings 1 cup chicken or vegetable stock 1 orange, quartered, seeds removed 1 lemon, quartered, seeds removed 2 Tbsp unsalted butter 4 star anise pods 12 black peppercorns 1 tsp kosher salt 4 small bok choy, halved and washed

Yields: 4 to 6 servings 2 Tbsp whole-grain mustard 1 small garlic clove, minced 1 tsp kosher salt ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper

2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium head cauliflower, washed and trimmed into bite-size florets Heat the oven to 400° F. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the mustard, garlic, salt and pepper.

Whisk in the olive oil.

Toss the cauliflower in the mustard mixture to coat.

Spread in a baking dish in a single layer and roast until it’s just tender and lightly browned on the edges, 20 to 25 minutes.

Excerpted from the book Root to Leaf: A Southern Chef Cooks Through the Seasons, by Steven Satterfield.

Simmer the stock in a large, wide skillet or shallow braising pan over medium heat.

Squeeze the citrus into the pan, then drop in the peels.

Add the butter, star anise, peppercorns and salt, and bring back to a simmer.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3 Spirit Message Circle – 6:30-8:30pm. Each circle begins with a meditation, then the circle provides an opportunity to receive a message as well as give others messages from spirit. This is also an opportunity for anyone interested in increasing intuitive abilities. $25. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

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A one day retreat with Ronald E Moor: The Deep Ecological Wisdom of the Tao Te Ching – A Way Forward Calling to Us from Our Ancient Past. $79, lunch included. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. RSVP Marj Nixon: 414-7632843. UnityCenterMilwaukee.com.

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The Rite of the Womb – 6-7:30pm. Facilitator: Dr. Sally Stanton. This healing ceremony is designed to help reconnect with the sacred feminine and more fully embody spirituality. There are no pre-requisites to receive this sacred rite; open to all, including men, who also can benefit from this healing energy transmission. $30/donation. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12 The Power of your Walk: Gallery Reading w/ Yana German – 12-1:30pm. Your body, your energy, speaks louder than your words - it shows who you truly are, how you truly feel, where you are headed in life, and where you are stuck. Learn what your body is saying and the power that you can gain through body awareness. Seating limited; registration on a first-come basis. $55. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

Introduction to Soul Astrology: Class I – 12:303:30pm. Learn how soul-aligned astrology can assist in defining the soul’s purpose as it journeys through this life time. Included in workshop: interpreting charts, basic overview of the signs and their archetypes, and the elements and modalities (fire, earth, water, air/cardinal, fixed, and mutable) and their influence on the signs. Class II Nov 24. $59/per class, $99 for both. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

Drum Making Workshop – 1-5:30pm. Craft your own ceremonial hand drum. Choose from a variety of hides; you will be taught the various medicine gifts each animal brings and to use the drum for meditation and healing. Registrations and hide selection needed 1-2 weeks prior to class. $195, includes all materials to create a 15” ceremonial drum and drumstick. Golden Light Healing Retreat Center. Info: 920-609-8277. GoldenLightHealing.net.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9

Sound Bath Meditation: The Oak Tree – 12:301:30pm. Sound bath to connect energetically with the oak tree and recover our inner knowledge, confidence and optimism as well as our own inner strength. Crystal alchemy bowls, Tibetan singing bowls, steel tongue drums, and nana bells guide you gently to a place of deep peace. The sounds of these instruments are healing for your body, mind and spirit. $10/cash at the door w/pre-registration.

Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300

Goddess-Growing Books – 10:30am-12pm & 5:30-7pm. A show-and-share of recommended reads with Anne Wondra. Inviting women studying spirituality and beliefs as adults. “Always be reading something that makes you feel good.” $10/preregistration required. WonderSpirit/Kindred Spirit Center, 2312 N Grandview Blvd, Ste 101, Waukesha.

262-544-4310. WonderSpirit.com/calendar.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17 Treatment Techniques Level I – 6:15-8:15pm.

Highly experiential class will teach students to create sacred space in the healing room, to connect with the energy that is reiki, to connect with the energy of the reiki recipient, basic hand positions when working with others, techniques to move the head and/or other parts of the body during treatment, to work in tandem with other practitioners, to clear energy fields and to release the flow of energy. Must be reiki level I certified. $50. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2

The Crystal Healer: An Experiential Journey – 6:30-8:30pm. An Introduction to crystal healing for beginners or to review the foundation of knowledge for your journey with healing crystals and stones.

New series continues on Oct 9, 16, 23. $45/each class, $39/in advance; $35 for the first four classes to earn a crystal healer level I certificate of completion. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001.

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savethedate OCTOBER 19-20 The Way of the Shaman – Oct 19-20. 9am5pm both days. The Foundation for Shamanic Studies’ introductory two-day workshop in core shamanism emphasizing shamanic journeying, drumming, power and healing. $250; preregistration required. Thiensville, Health Alliance, 136 North Main St, Thiensville. Information: 612-721-5566. Timothy@rattledrum.com.

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A.R.E. Meeting – 9am-4:30pm. The program will be HeartMath’s The Resilience Advantage, presented by Jeff Armstrong. $50, including lunch.

Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. RSVP: 414-475-0105. UnityCenter Milwaukee.com.

Plant Intelligence – 10:30am–1pm. Instructor: Martha Hamilton, plant communicator. This class will focus on plant intelligence and the gifts plants offer. They instruct us about valuable qualities such as unconditional love, honesty, patience, perseverance, humility, forgiveness, resilience, and hope.

Also included will be: the doctrine of signatures; an overview of flower essences and how their subtle vibrational energies can meet us at our place of need, and an introduction to plant spirit healing. $45. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001.

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20 Crystal Reiki Level 1 – 9am-1pm. Learn crystal reiki. Do you want to deepen your knowledge of crystals with reiki? Learn this lineage. $75. Location: Mukwonago. Register with Rhiana: 262-4984162. BeReiki.com.

Spiritual Art Circle: Cobweb Broom – 10am1pm. In the spirit of Halloween, you are invited into circle to make your own special broom. A broom has three traditional meanings and uses of old: as a symbol of clearing and cleansing what is no longer needed, as a symbol of protection, and as a symbol of astral visualization journeys. Draw symbols of meaning on your broom, such as runes or your name in Celtic and infuse it with crystal chips. $30, $22/ materials fee. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

Wellness Body, Mind, Spirit Expo – 10am-5pm.

The latest in new thought presentations, alternative health, psychics, mediums and astrologers. From reiki masters to naturopaths to fitness experts to crystal specialists, a variety of exhibitors as well as informative and entertaining presentations are included with admission. $7, free/children under 12 free. Four Points Sheraton Milwaukee North Shore, 8900 North Kildeer Ct, Brown Deer. Joanne: 414349-4932. WellnessBodyMindSpirit.com.

The 2019 Wellness Fair – 11am-4pm. Annual trade fair features five speakers, 55+ qualified accredited wellness professionals; have a chance to win more than $1,500 in prizes. $10, free/military I.D. and children under 12. 2810 Golf Rd, Pewaukee.

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25 Qigong Retreat with Lorrie Formella – 9am4:30pm. Experience a rejuvenating day retreat to activate the healer within. Learn practices from the nine-phase integral qigong, meditations and a 10-minute morning qigong routine. $165; includes The Healing Promise of Qi, by Roger Janke. Held at Golden Light Healing Retreat Center. Info: GoldenLightHealing.net. 920-609-8277.

The Empath’s Toolbox – 6-9pm. Learn ways to clear the heaviness of others from your energy field through movement, visualization, and intention.

Students will experience grounding meditations along with clearing and healing to restore their reserve of personal power. W/Kristina Nez Begay, discover how to set healthy boundaries and stand in your own light to develop a discipline that serves your highest good. $50/with pre-registration by Oct 18, $60 after. Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262787-3001. AngelLightLLC.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26 Mediumship Weekend Level I – Oct 26, 27.

Sat, 10am-3pm; Sun, 12-5pm. Learn how to bring evidence of the continuation of life after death in the physical world, how to use your innate intuitive abilities to engage with those already crossed over, and a variety of techniques to help you blend with the spirit world and bring messages from those already crossed over. Mediumship weekend level II will be held Nov 2 & 3. $125/per weekend.

Angel Light Center for the Healing Arts, 13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove. 262-787-3001.

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Witches Costume Ball – 5:30-11:30pm. Costume Ball with a gypsy theme, sponsored by the Fellowship of Alternative Beliefs. Buffet dinner and dancing to music provided by Henry LeFlore DJ; Samhain ritual; vendors. $30; minimum age is 21 years old, no minors; to purchase tickets, call 414-350-4291 after 6pm; tickets can be mailed or delivered. Tanner Paull Hall, 6922 W Orchard Ave, West Allis.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27 Book Reading & Signing – Author Peig Myota, The Power of Love and Awakened Consciousness, uses science to prove the essential quality of love being a part of our DNA, and when we live from an awakened consciousness, we can truly be a positive change for good in the world. Free. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-4750105. UnityCenterMilwaukee.com.

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Spirit Fair – 11am-5pm. Fifteen of the best readers in Southeastern Wisconsin. All readings are $30; this only happens once a year. Free admission. New Berlin Ale House, 16000 W Cleveland Rd, New Berlin. SpiritualEnlightenment.me.

Halloween Brunch – 12pm. Sponsored by the youth ed class. A sign-up sheet will be available for donations of food items to contribute to the Scary Feast. Free. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UnityCenter Milwaukee.com.

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Reiki Training – Offered monthly, all levels of reiki training. Amy Wilinski has trained thousands of students in reiki including teaching it at UWMilwaukee and area hospitals. Golden Light Healing Retreat Center, near Green Bay. More info: 920-609-8277. GoldenLightHealing.net.

Tosa Lightworkers’ Meeting – 6:30pm. 2nd Tue. This group is to explore and share the many ways we express our light of divinity through different healing modalities, intuition, shamanism, drumming. $5. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105. UnityCenter Milwaukee.com.

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NOVEMBER Empower the Mind Body Spirit Wellness Expo – Nov 16. 10am-4:30pm. The intention of this wellness expo is to revitalize your body, stimulate your mind, and pamper your soul. Sponsored by SpirChemy and Magic Moon Productions. Free/admission and parking. Brassworks Building (Goodman Ctr), 214 Waubesa St, Madison. 608-212-4553. Info@ EmpowerTheMindBodySpirit.com.

Mediumship Training With Amy Wilinski – Nov 30-Dec 1. 9am-4pm. Learn to connect with the spirit world. This workshop will teach you a variety of techniques to connect with souls who have passed on. During this highly experiential class you will learn to make those connections with the spirit world, and how to give an evidential reading. $295/ commuter-lunch, $350/shared cabin room and meals, $395/private cabin room and meals. Golden Light Healing Retreat Center. For info: 920-6098277. GoldenLightHealing.net.

MARCH Whispers on the Wind Shamanic Program w/ Amy Wilinski – Group #21, 2020: Mar 18-22, June 24-28, Aug 19-23, Oct 28-Nov 1. Intensive training program in shamanism, energy medicine and self-transformation. Meet four times over 12 months. Learn core energy healing techniques: power animal and soul retrieval, clearing of past life and ancestral imprints, connecting with the forces of nature. Golden Light Healing Retreat Center. Info: 920-609-8277. GoldenLightHealing.net.

A.C.I.M. Study Group – A Course in Miracles study group, following Fellowship. Love offering.

Conference Room, Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105.

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Shamanic Journey and Healing Circle – 12pm.

2nd Sun. Drumming is an act of letting go and letting God raise our consciousness. Bring your drum, some available for use. Group led by Dennis Clark. $10 suggested offering. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105.

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monday Life Journey Group – 7-9pm. 1st & 3rd Mon. Likeminded people who wish to grow spiritually come together to explore ideas and discuss topics of interest without fear of judgment. Fireside Room, Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa.

414-475-0105. UnityCenterMilwaukee.com.

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wednesday Writing Wednesdays for Women to Write – 10:30am-12:30pm. 4th Wed. With Anne Wondra. $12.50. Fireside Room, Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. Anne: 262-544-4310.

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Wisconsin Asberger’s Empowerment Group – 6:30-9pm. 2nd & 4th Wed. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. Unity CenterMilwaukee.com.

thursday Minister’s Book Study – 9:15-10:45am. This is an open discussion currently studying Marianne Williamson’s book Healing the Soul of America.

All are invited. Free. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105.

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Silent Unity Prayer and Healing Circle – 11am.

This prayer time coincides with the prayer time at World Headquarters Silent Unity where prayer partners are praying 24/7/365. This is a powerful time to join in prayer. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. 414-475-0105.

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Grief Support Group – 7pm. 4th Thu. This open support group offers friendship, understanding and acceptance in a safe, confidential setting. Here you will find help to deal with loss or change.

Free. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa. Sue Albert: 414-530-5595. Unity CenterMilwaukee.com.

saturday Citizens Climate Lobby – 10:30am-1pm. 2nd Sat. This is a non-partisan group dedicated to finding effective ways to preserving and protecting our planet from further climate change. Wedding Suite, Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa.

414-475-0105. UnityCenterMilwaukee.com.

Wisconsin Asberger’s Empowerment Group – 6:30-9pm. 1st & 3rd Sat. Group game nights. Unity Center in Milwaukee, 1717 N 73rd St, Wauwatosa.

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ACUPUNCTURE ANANDA HEALING COLLECTIVE 4528 N Oakland Ave, Shorewood 414-791-0303 AnandaHealingCollective.com

Ananda compassionately serves the unique needs of each individual offering a variety of holistic health therapies to support healing at the root and full recovery of mental, emotional, spiritual and physical well-being.

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ANIMAL COMMUNICATION/ HEALING ALL SPIRIT HEALING

Stacy Krafczyk • 414-460-4781 AllSpiritHealing.com Stacy Krafczyk specializes in Animal Communication, intuitive readings, after life communication, energy work and healing for both people and animals that helps promote physical and emotional well-being.

ANIMAL CONNECTING AND HEALING

Aimee Lawent Beach 414-732-9860 AnimalConnectingAndHealing@yahoo.com Aimee is a Healing Touch for Animals (HTA) Practitioner and animal communicator. HTA restores harmony and balance to an animal’s energy system and works cooperatively with traditional veterinary care.

BEST DAY HEALING Lisa Brown 515-203-5561 BestDayHealing.com

Your animals have a message for you! Healing for you and your animals. Animal communication, loved ones in spirit, animal energy healing, events, classes, and private lessons. Lisa can work remotely.

CBD ZILIS ULTRA CELL CBD Brenda Diesing 262-957-4857 Zilis.com/BrendaDiesing

Cassondra Klein Certified Colon Hydrotherapist 1428 N Farwell, Milwaukee ThriveHolisticMed.com • 414-278-8922 Colon hydrotherapy is an integral part of whole-body health and can help gut issues, anxiety/depression, fatigue, acne, detoxification, pain, headaches and much more. Take charge of your health. See ad, page 18.

CRYSTALS

Brenda Diesing is a passionate advocate for natural health and wellness. Discover the benefits of Ultra Cell’s CBD Liquid, Topical, and Ultra Boosters by Zilis. See ad, page 10.

CHIROPRACTIC EVANS CHIROPRACTIC PAIN RELIEF LASER CLINIC

15720 W National Ave, New Berlin 262-785-5515 • NewBerlinChiro.com Exceptional chiropractic and wellness clinic with a special focus on chronic pain relief. Offering MLS Laser Therapy, massage, acupuncture, exercise rehabilitation, functional medicine and more. See ad, page 2.

ANGEL LIGHT CENTER FOR THE HEALING ARTS

13000 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove 262-787-3001 • AngelLightLLC.com Our Crystal Emporium features unique and exquisite crystals, stones and natural stone jewelry at affordable prices. Crystal Workshops and therapeutic Crystal Healing sessions also available.

FREE SPIRIT CRYSTALS

4763 N 124 St, Butler • 262-790-0748 FreeSpiritCrystals.com Besides selling beautiful stones and crystals, we offer a variety of healing sessions, crystal healing classes, reiki, astrology, tarot readings and spiritual counseling.

See ad, page 27.

COLON HYDROTHERAPY RENEW HOLISTIC WELLNESS

4727 S Howell Ave, Ste LL, Milwaukee 414-331-8626 RenewHolisticWellness.com Kelly Kolodzinski specializes in t h e r m o g r a p h y, c o l o n h y d r o t h e r a p y, i n t e g r a t i v e nutrition, coaching and reiki.

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DENTISTRY BIONICA DENTAL WELLNESS 2566 Sun Valley Dr, Delafield 262-337-9745 BionicaDentalWellness.com

Come experience modern, comprehensive, biological dentistry for the health-conscious community. Dr. Udoka Holinbeck’s holistic approach will give you confidence in your smile and your health. See ad, page 9.

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HOLISTIC DENTISTRY OF PORT WASHINGTON

220 N Franklin St, Port Washington 262-235-4525 HolisticDentistryWI.com Dr. Railand is passionate about treating all ages with a whole body p e r s p e c t i v e . We c o m b i n e advanced alternative treatments with conventional procedures to provide true wellness. See ad, page 32.

INTEGRATIVE DENTAL SOLUTIONS 23770 Capitol Dr, Pewaukee 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale 262-691-4555 • WINaturalDentist.com

“…Because a healthy Body, starts with a healthy Mouth.” Our office specializes in treating the cause of the problem and not just the symptoms; we offer the latest advances in dentistry.

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LACEWING

Diane Olson-Schmidt • 414-793-3652 LaceWingGdcs@att.net Garden consultation, instruction, landscape design, wildflowers and woodland gardens, prairies, small ponds, rain gardens, landscape maintenance, organic lawn care.

Organic landscape practices in all habitats. See ad, page 20.

LED PHOTO REJUVENATION WHITE SAGE SPA

Susie Raymond, Esthetician, Life Coach, Reiki Master/Teacher WhiteSageSpa.com • 414-352-6550 Reveal your radiance through natural methods of skin rejuvenation, including photo rejuvenation, gentle peels, natural/ organic customized facials. Susie brings 19 years of experience to every service and has a gentle healing touch. See ad, page 27.

WHOLEHEALTH BIOMIMETIC & BIOLOGIC FAMILY DENTISTRY

125 W Wisconsin Ave, Ste 102, Pewaukee 262-737-4004 WholeHealthFamilyDentistry.com Dr. Schwartz is board certified in Biomimetic Dentistry, Integrative Biologic Dental Medicine and is a Board Certified Naturopathic Physician. We offer the best and healthiest dentistry for our patients.

LIFE COACH WONDERSPIRIT SOUL SISTERING Anne Wondra 262-544-4310 • WonderSpirit.com

Life should feel good; spirit, relationships, self and surroundings are support systems; as is love-your-life coaching, independent spiritual direction, restorative writing. See ad, page 27.

HOLISTIC HEALING GOLDEN LIGHT HEALING

Amy Wilinski, Shamanic Energy Practitioner/ Reiki Master • 920-609-8277 GoldenLightHealing.net Discover your gifts with one of our many offerings! Offering healing sessions and training in Milwaukee and Green Bay area in reiki, shamanism, intuition, mediumship and much more.

MASSAGE THERAPY MIND & BODY CONNECTION THERAPEUTIC & ORTHOPEDIC MASSAGE

12336 W Layton Ave, Ste 5, Greenfield Christine Maddox • 414-377-9593 Offering craniosacral therapy, neuromuscular re-education therapy, myofascial release, reiki, soft tissue mobilization, sports massage, therapeutic massage. See ad, page 8.

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414-810-5858 Info@EcoHarmonyLandscaping.com Mike.EcoHarmony@gmail.com EcoHarmonyLandscaping.com Ecologically minded, full-service landscape company servicing SE Wisconsin. Specializing in sustainable ideas and low-maintenance solutions. Professional Craftsmanship Inspired by Nature. See ad, page 18.

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BROOKFIELD LONGEVITY AND HEALTHY LIVING CLINIC 17585 W North Ave, #160 262-784-5300 • LiveLongMD.com

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Specializing in Anti-Aging Medicine. Board certified. Using a holistic approach to weight loss, hormone balancing, Alzheimer’s prevention, integrative cancer care and Mold (CIRS) care. See ad, page 17.

GREENSQUARE INTEGRATIVE HEALTH CARE CENTER 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale 414-292-3900, Ext 4797 GreenSquareCenter.com

25+ Integrative natural healing and medical specialists offer drug-free, patient-centered care.

We treat the cause, not the symptom, using the latest integrative strategies. Enjoy affordable daily health & fitness classes, all in a beautiful neighborhood setting.

MEDICINE - NATUROPATHIC LAKESIDE NATURAL MEDICINE 4433 N Oakland Ave, Shorewood LakesideNaturalMedicine.com 414-939-8748

Dr. Sarah Axtell and Dr. Joanne Aponte are naturopathic doctors with a focus on autoimmune diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, hormone imbalances, weight loss and hypothyroidism.

See ad, page 8.

THRIVE HOLISTIC MEDICINE

Dr. Mary Simon 1428 N Farwell, Milwaukee ThriveHolisticMed.com • 414-278-8922 Identify and address the root causes of illness naturally with nutrition, herbs, homeopathy, and hydrotherapy. Clinical interests include gut health, mental/ emotional health, and hormonal imbalance. See ad, page 18.

MENTAL HEALTH DR SUSAN TRAFTON

GreensquareCenter.com 6789 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale 414-305-7496 Bringing together Western psychology and Eastern wisdom traditions for your healing and growth. Treatment for depression, anxiety, trauma and life transitions.

See ad, page 13.

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE WHITE WOLF MFR 4406 S 68th St, #102, Greenfield 414-543-0855 • WhiteWolfMFR.com Tony Grimm, LMT since 2007; expert-level JFB Myofascial Release therapist. MFR is the most effective treatment to eliminate or reduce pain using gentle pressure to get lasting results.

NATURAL CLEANING SERVICES ROXY’S NATURAL CLEANING Roxanne Reichert 262-528-2762 RoxysNaturalCleaning@gmail.com

Roxy’s Natural Cleaning is committed to getting the job done without the use of harmful chemicals. One time, monthly, bi-weekly and weekly cleaning options. Neighbor’s discount available. See ad, page 8.

NATURAL FOODS OUTPOST NATURAL FOODS

Bay View, Brown Deer, Milwaukee, Mequon and Wauwatosa locations Outpost.coop We know Jack! Unlike other area grocers, we know by name many of the farmers and producers who supply Outpost with quality goods. See ad, page 12.

NUTRITION LANGLOIS’ VITAL NUTRITION CENTER 16655 W Wisconsin Ave, Brookfield 414-453-8289 store, 414-453-4070 office VitalNutritionCenter.com

Langlois’ Vital Nutrition Center is at the forefront in optimal nutrition.

Optimal nutrition equals: Increased energy, more productivity, enhanced emotions, improved brain function and more. See ad, page 7.

OUTDOOR GEAR YELLOW WOOD GEAR

401 E Silver Spring Dr, Whitefish Bay YellowWoodGear.com 414-332-3636 Yellow Wood specializes in premier outdoor gear with a conscience, passion for what we do and purpose to create a better society and community.

See ad, page 20.

PHYSICAL THERAPY 1212 BODYWORKS

20720 W Watertown Rd, Ste 100, Brookfield 414-405-3956 1212BodyWorks.com Experience Muscle Activation Techniques (MAT) to resolve muscle weakness at the root of pain and tightness. Emily helps you walk, bend, lift, reach and balance with ease. See ad, page 13.

REIKI BE REIKI

9415 W Forest Home, Hales Corners 262-498-4162 BeReiki.com Rhiana Tehan is trained in Usui and Holy Fire Karuna Reiki. Earn CEUs. If you’re looking for certified training and compassionate healing sessions, call Rhiana.

CINDY CARLSON REIKI AND ENERGY HEALING

121 E Silver Spring Dr, Ste 208, Whitefish Bay 414-758-0657 • CarlsonHealing.com Reiki/energy healing is a powerful treatment that helps the body relax at a very deep level, allowing the body to activate its own ability to heal itself. See ad, page 13.

SCHOOLS/TRAINING ART OF HEALING SCHOOL OF ENERGY MEDICINE

13300 Watertown Plank Rd, Elm Grove 262-787-3001 • AngelLightLLC.com Wisconsin’s premier School for Energy Medicine Training offering individual classes, certificate and diploma programs. Built on the belief that knowledge, competency and professionalism must exist at the very foundation of Energy Work.

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