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elp support local Special Olympics athletes by participating in a 5K run, a one-mile walk or by taking a chilling plunge into the Atlantic Ocean on February 23 at Kure Beach. Run for a great cause on a certified 5K course open to all ages and skill levels. Race participants will not be required to plunge, but are encouraged to heat up with the run/walk and cool down with the Polar Plunge—because some people are just worth freezing for. Live music, vendors, food trucks and games make this a oneof-a-kind special event not to be missed. Special Olympics New Hanover County provides year-round sports training, competition, social events and the Camp Shriver summer camp for people 8 years old and older with intellectual disabilities. In New Hanover County, more than 600 athletes participate in Special Olympics. The program relies solely on private and corporate support as well as the efforts of 300-plus volunteers to provide these services at no cost to the athletes or their families. Cost: starting at $30. Location: Kure Beach Boardwalk, 105 Atlantic Ave. For more information and to register, call 910-341-7253 or visit Tinyurl.com/yb8lr6c2.
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et a healthy, communitysupporting start to your Valentine’s Day celebrations by taking part in a heart-themed race at distances not often offered in the area and affording spectacular views starting at 8 a.m. on February 9 at Wrightsville Beach. The 5K race utilizes the Loop, N Channel and Coral Drive. The 10K heads east on Salisbury Street to the most eastern Pelican Drive crossover, where athletes run west on Pelican Drive towards the drawbridge. The 10K route then continues underneath the drawbridge, meandering through business and residential areas to Causeway Drive, and then east onto Waynick Boulevard. Runners will then travel south until they reach the halfway turn-around, and reverse the route back to the park while enjoying the beautiful waterway views along the way. Proceeds from the Valentine Run will benefit the Wrightsville Beach Parks and Recreation Department, which supports the various programs, activities and events offered to the community throughout the year. Wear your red, white and pink, and bring your Valentine to Wrightsville Beach.
Cost: $20/adult only, member discounts and registration required. Location: 900 Logger Rd. For more information, call 910-772-0500 or visit NCAquariums.com.
Cost: starting at $30. Location: Wrightsville Beach Park, 321 Causeway Dr. For more information and to register, visit Its-GoTime.com/WB-Valentine-Run.
Location: 1010 S. 16th St., Wilmington. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call 910-763-1960 or visit RestoreHealthWellness.com. Also follow prize giveaways on their Facebook and Instagram pages. See ads, pages 3 and 11.
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When zinc, a trace mineral, is combined with tea, coffee, chocolate and other foods that contain specific antioxidant compounds, it boosts protection against the oxidative stress linked to aging and diseases such as dementia, cancer and heart disease, report researchers from Auburn University, in Alabama, and the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, in Germany. Zinc activates a plant compound known as hydroquinone, which boosts foods’ antioxidant properties. Hydroquinone alone cannot break down harmful free radicals, but when combined with zinc, a type of enzyme is created that helps prevent damage to organs and tissues. 8
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Harmful bacteria from the genus Mycobacterium have been shown to linger in showerheads and lead to lung infections through inhalation of steam. University of Colorado researchers analyzed 656 biofilms coating the inside of showerheads sent to them by volunteers throughout the U.S. and Europe, and found twice as much mycobacterium in showerheads from households receiving municipal water than in those receiving well water. Chlorine
disinfection methods were suspected by the researchers. Plastic showerheads had levels that were, on average, two times lower than showerheads made of metal or metal and plastic components. “Hot spots” with high levels of mycobacteria—such as Hawaii, southern California, Florida, the upper Midwest and the midAtlantic states—generally overlapped regions where mycobacterium-related lung diseases are most prevalent.
Nuts Improve Blood Vessel Health Munching on almonds and walnuts significantly increases blood vessel dilation and reduces artery plaque, say West Virginia University scientists. In a two-day study, 27 overweight volunteers ate 77 grams of almonds (about 2.5 handfuls) along with their lunch one day; on another day, they ate 60 grams of walnuts (about two handfuls) with lunch. Measurements taken four hours after each meal found that both diets significantly increased blood vessel dilation and lowered markers of artery plaque. Both types of nuts also reduced heart rate and systolic blood pressure among the volunteers.
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Bitter melon (Momordica charantia), a spiky, cucumbershaped fruit, has traditionally been used in Asian countries to lower blood sugar. Now, researchers at Universiti Sains Malaysia report that it can significantly improve symptoms and reduce the pain of knee osteoarthritis. Half of 75 patients were given a placebo and the other half 1,500 milligrams three times a day of a bitter melon supplement. After three months, the bitter melon group had significantly fewer symptoms and less knee pain and analgesic use, as well as lowered body weight, body mass index and fasting blood glucose levels.
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The Power of Thank-You Notes Practicing gratitude is a healthy habit, yet people often hesitate to write heartfelt thank-you notes to people that have touched their lives. Researchers at the University of Chicago and the University of Texas, in Austin, report that writers underestimate how much people receiving those notes are surprised, happy and appreciative. The researchers also found that the letter writers were unduly concerned about their ability to express their gratitude skillfully. While the writers worried about choosing the right words, the recipients felt happiness simply through the warmth of the gesture.
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Translating Thoughts Into Speech
Scientists are trying to translate speech-paralyzed patients’ thoughts into speech using brain implants. The technique will potentially provide a brain/computer interface (BCI) to enable people with a spinal cord injury, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, stroke or other paralyzing conditions to “talk” again. Experts think a system that decodes whether a person is silently saying yes, no, hungry, pain or water is now within reach, thanks to parallel advances in neuroscience, engineering and machine learning. “We think we’re getting enough of an understanding of the brain signals that encode silent speech that we could soon make something practical,” says Brian Pasley, of the University of California, Berkeley. The first BCI read electrical signals in the motor cortex corresponding to the intention to move, and used software to translate the signals into instructions to operate a computer cursor or robotic arm. In 2016, scientists at the University of Pittsburgh went a step further, adding sensors to a mind-controlled robotic arm so it produced sensations of touch.
Fish Revival
Shad Return After 174-Year Absence
Following the removal two years ago of an obsolete dam in Manville, New Jersey, American shad are successfully spawning in the lower section of the Millstone River. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recently observed juvenile fish there for the first time since 1845. American shad (Alosa sapidissima) are the largest member of the herring family and are anadromous, as they spend most of their lives in saltwater, but return to freshwater rivers each spring to spawn. They played an important role in American history and economics. New Jersey Department of Emvironmental Protection Commissioner Catherine McCabe says, “This species has an inherent tendency to recolonize once obstacles are removed from its migratory path.” During the Industrial Revolution, rivers were dammed for electric power and lakes, but during the last decade, dam removal has become a new call to action. Besides preventing fish migrations, dams also harm water quality in rivers by blocking water flow, trapping sediment and changing habitats.
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Horse Sense Wild Horses Ride Out the Storm
North Carolina’s free-roaming wild horse herds on the Outer Banks have “ridden out” their share of storms. When Hurricane Florence struck the area in 2018, the Corolla Wild Horse Fund of Currituck County, where the herd lives, announced on Facebook, “The horses have lived on this barrier island for 500 years, and they are well-equipped to deal with rough weather. They know where to go to stay high and dry, and are probably in better shape right now than most of us humans, who are scrambling with final preparations.” Historians believe the herds, which number about 100 horses, descend from those brought to the New World by European explorers. Instincts dating back five centuries compel the feral mustangs to either huddle on high ground, butts to the wind, or seek refuge in the maritime forest during storms, say experts. But news has come of a Shackleford Banks horse named Merlin that was fenced in an inundated quarantine site during the storm, according to the Foundation for Shackleford Horses. Merlin somehow survived, and it “may have involved swimming,” says Margaret Poindexter, president of the foundation that co-manages the herd on National Park Service land.
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Bug Apocalypse
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Sharp Decline Threatens Ecosystem
Insects around the world are in a crisis, and a new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences suggests that the problem is even more widespread than scientists first believed. In a pristine rain forest in Puerto Rico, the number of invertebrates—including moths, butterflies, spiders and grasshoppers—dropped 60-fold between 1977 and 2013, probably due to a fourdegree rise in average temperature. The lizards, birds and frogs that fed on them also seriously declined. In 2014, an international team of biologists estimated that globally in the past 35 years, the numbers of invertebrates such as beetles and bees had decreased by 45 percent. Another recent study showed a 76 percent decrease in flying insects in the past few decades in German nature preserves. The food web may be being obliterated from the bottom: Insects pollinate three-quarters of our food crops, feed the birds and fish that are also consumed by larger species and are vital to the decomposition that keeps soil healthy and ecosystems running. “Nature’s resilient, but we’re pushing her to such extremes that eventually it will cause a collapse of the system,” Brad Lister, a co-author of the Puerto Rican study, told the New York Times.
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AMAZING EMBRACE The Healing Power of Hugs by April Thompson
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These behaviors ugs don’t just feel A Primal Need good; they do also turn down our for Connection good. A simple biological response Mata Amritanandamayi, embrace can boost our to stress and may a 65-year-old Indian spirihealth and mood, connect tual leader better known even improve us spiritually and even help as Amma, has hugged mend society. how our immune tens of millions of people Hugs and other types system works. around the world, earning of affectionate touching her the nickname, “the ~Michael Murphy, can provide numerous hugging saint.” benefits in the face of researcher Amma’s tradition of threats or stress, according hugging people grew organically, from hugto Michael Murphy, Ph.D., a researcher ging someone she noticed in distress, to how with the Laboratory for the Study of she receives massive crowds clamoring for Stress, Immunity and Disease at Carnegie one of her loving, compassionate embraces. Mellon University, in Pittsburgh. “The “A hug is a gesture that reveals the research shows that touch behaviors like spiritual truth that, ‘We are not two—we hugs reduce negative responses to threats are one,’” says Swami Amritaswaruand make people feel happier, more secure pananda, one of Amma’s senior disciples. and more supported.” “In today’s world, where people often feel In a study of 404 adults, Carnegie alienated and lonely, a hug can uplift and Mellon researchers looked at how social support and hugs affected participants’ sus- make us feel reconnected to the people and world around us.” ceptibility to the common cold after being Intention is key to the exchange of exposed to the virus. “People experiencing energy that occurs with a hug, says Amrilots of conflict are more likely to get a cold taswarupananda. “What is important is the when exposed to a virus,” says Murphy. sincerity behind the action—the genuine “But individuals who also tend to receive feeling of love and compassion. A simple lots of hugs appear protected from this adglance or mere touch of the hand can have ditional risk.” 12
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that same power to make us feel whole if that genuine, heartfelt connection is there.” Hugs tap into that fundamental human need to belong, says Murphy. “Hugs and other forms of affectionate touch act as powerful reminders that we belong. “These behaviors also turn down our biological response to stress and may even improve how our immune system works.” For example, researchers think that touching might trigger our body to release oxytocin, a hormone that can reduce fear and improve social bonding, Murphy notes. Hugs and the associated oxytocin release can have powerful ripple effects in the body, decreasing heart rate and levels of stress hormones cortisol and norepinephrine, along with improving immune function and pain tolerance. Oxytocin can also trigger the release of feel-good hormones like serotonin and dopamine.
Bridging Divides With a Hug While Murphy cautions that the jury is out on the effects of hugs on strangers, as most research has been done on embraces between loved ones, Ken Nwadike, Jr. has built a national campaign around the concept. Known as the “free hugs guy”, the former competitive runner began offering up hugs during the 2014 Boston Marathon, the year after the deadly bombing. Nwadike has since brought the Free Hugs Project to more divisive spaces, from political rallies to protests, offering hugs to all to spread love and inspire change. The Los Angeles activist’s all-embracing hugs are a symbol of unconditional love, respect and unity at a time when tensions and political divisions are running high. For Nwadike, hugs are a way of de-escalating conflict and mending the human divide. “Communities are divided because of fear, hatred and misunderstanding. Starting the conversation with kindness, rather than hatred, will get us a lot further,” he says. Consent is always important, and not everyone appreciates an unsolicited hug. But like compliments, hugs are free to give and usually well received. As humans, we bear arms that were built not to harm, but to heal. Connect with freelance writer April Thompson, of Washington, D.C., at AprilWrites.com.
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The Real Meaning of Valentine’s Day by Didi Pearsall
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Instead of trying to shower our emotions on just one person, let’s share our hearts’ capacity to be kind to everyone we meet. Last year, our business was under contract to clean a 32,000-square-foot office building. We purchased individually packaged organic gummy hearts and anonymously left one on every office desk. The next night we received so many “thank you” notes—it seems it is not difficult to figure out who exactly has access to every office—and there was one that spoke and remains in my heart. A woman who had seen a few February 14’s wrote that she had been moved to tears. She explained how she had no one in her life to celebrate her, to make her feel special, and she had resigned herself to the fact that no one would remember her on this day for sweethearts. And here we are, the D3 Cleaning Services’ janitorial team, making a difference with a one-ounce bag of tiny, gummy, candy hearts. And imagine the difference you can make! It doesn’t have to be a costly, physical gift. A handwritten note. A smile. A “well-done”. It all can touch the heart—of the giver and the recipient. And after all, isn’t that the true definition of Valentine’s Day. Didi Pearsall, a natural health practitioner with a Bachelor of Science in nutrition, resides in the Snow Cuts Bridge area of Wilmington and is also the operations manager for D3 Cleaning Services. See ad, page 18. February 2019
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Qigong Healing:
How to Reverse Disease Naturally An Interview with Qigong Practitioner Jeff Primack
This interview was conducted by Michelene Bell, publisher of In Light Times magazine. Jeff Primack is a qigong teacher that has studied with many qigong masters from all over the world and has taught over 50,000 people in live seminars. (Part two of the interview will appear next month.)
MB: What benefits does Qi provide and how does it accomplish healing?
JP: Say you’re a battery… and the Qi is the life force that keeps the battery going. When the juice inside is used up… the battery is lifeless. Qi is related to your lifespan. If people squander energy on arguing and negative pattern behavior than how can anyone increase energy? Qigong understands where people lose their energy and how to get it back. Yet, Qi has profoundly physical effects that unlock our potential. Standing still relaxed in a Qigong posture a person can circulate as much blood as they could running for 3 miles! Jogging releases a flood of Cortisol and negative stress hormones that close off small capillaries, but Qigong does not. There is no stress response from Qigong (it actually reduces Cortisol in studies) and the level of full body circulation is even greater. Qigong noticeably improves blood circulation, digestion, etc. A pleasant heat builds in the navel center bringing a quiet confidence and power within.
through each person. Unity and oneness movements will take place all over the world and they will be based around Qi. It is all the same force in different amounts.
MB: Can a person have too much Qi coursing in their body?
JP: Qigong theory states the “Ocean of Qi” in the navel can never be filled. It has a vast reservoir allowing a lifetime of Qi to be stored. Only if it is blocked can there be too much energy. When spine and nervous system are out of alignment it is important to open meridians and do stretching routines. One cannot have too much qi, but it can be blocked and qigong exercises will help to open up the channels. People with abundant Qi have a grace and power about them that attracts people. New students frequently find their skin clears up and their eyes whiten. Blood circulates better helping more toxins leave the system. The benefits to having more Qi are the same as having better blood circulation. The PULSE of your heartbeat is the
MB: Is this life force or Qi different in each person? JP: The Qi is one unified force. Some people have more than others. On an extreme example, say a person has enough energy that they don’t need to sleep anymore. This is a very high level of Qigong. Most people need six-eight hours of sleep, thus indicating our limited energy situation. Qi can be replenished by using breathing techniques, meditation, fasting, prayer, sun bathing etc. It is the same spirit or qi that moves 14
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foundation of life, but Chinese medicine has a dozen different pulses that Western medicine has not yet discovered. When people do Qigong for the first time they are often surprised to see their fingers pulsate and fill up with blood. The warmth people feel in the navel is also from the increased blood flow.
MB: You speak about euphoric “highs” that can be attained from breathing techniques. What is the value of this in practical real world terms? JP: Everyone wants to feel good. Alcohol transforms our mental state, but also destroys the liver if taken too much. Qi has no side effect except making you feel full of vitality. Its highs are beyond words. Sometimes the Qi will vibrate throughout our body in such a blissful way as to feel we are being touched by God. All without chemicals or man made products that cost money. The Qi being free, abundant, right under our nose, makes it the ultimate ally to rise above life’s obstacles. Once you get the hang of the breathing techniques there comes the ability to have a natural high anytime. Sometimes euphoria is so profound that it can erase negative emotional patterns presently going on. The ability to drop bad Qi quickly trains the student to be without heavy emotional vibrations.
MB: Jeff, you also teach a lot about Food-Healing at Qi Revolution. How do specific foods help to reverse disease?
JP: Fruits, vegetables and herbs contain phytochemicals that unlock our body’s endocrine system and act as sparkplugs to the immune system. Unfortunately, many people do not get enough of them. Vegetables like bitter melon contain a phytochemical that behave similar to insulin and can help in reversing Diabetes by helping the body naturally balance its blood sugar. Grapefruits, oranges and citrus are excellent to help reverse the cancer, but the “white pith” with abundant steroidal limenoids are what is so aggressive at killing cancer cells, not the juice. Consuming the right parts of the food brings out the real medicinal effects. Eating a more alive diet increases Qi. A true holistic approach to healing will balance body, mind, and spirit. The ancient healing technique of Qigong achieves all three through expanding our energy and empowering us to take charge of our health.
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Heart of a Woman The Right Choices Keep It Strong by Lisa Marshall
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ometime between the salad and the main course at her grandson’s bar mitzvah, Joyce Lenard, then 69, felt a crushing pressure deep within her chest. A tireless go-getter who had worked in Hillary Clinton’s district office when she was a U.S. senator, raised two daughters and recently donated a kidney to one of them, Lenard had spent months painstakingly planning the 100-guest gala, so when the pain came, she ignored it and got on with the party. She even drove herself to her Long Island home that night. “I just assumed I was having indigestion and it would pass,” Lenard recalls. Hours later, her husband rushed her to the hospital, where she was diagnosed with a rare, often-fatal form of heart attack, takotsubo cardiomyopathy, in which intense stress literally changes the shape of the heart. Thankful to be alive, she has since taken up meditation, cleaned up her diet and now leads a support group for female heart patients of all ages. Like her, many of them never saw it coming. 16
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“Women tend to be the caregivers,” says Lenard. “We take care of our husbands, our families, our friends, our careers, and we often forget about our own health. Then look what happens.” Lenard is among the 44 million U.S. women with cardiovascular disease, an insidious illness that until recently has been erroneously framed as a “man’s disease”. In reality, it is the number one killer of women, responsible for one in three deaths each year, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). By comparison, one in 26 women die of breast cancer. While awareness has risen since 2004, when AHA launched its Go Red for Women campaign, surveys show only 17 percent of women view cardiovascular disease as something that should concern them. It should, experts say, because 80 to 90 percent of cases are avoidable with lifestyle and dietary changes. In some cases, natural remedies can even reverse it. “We have all this sophisticated equipment and all these medications, but when it comes down
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Know Risks and Address Them Early
In the late 1990s, researchers discovered women were about as likely as men to be diagnosed with the disease, and far more likely to die from it. “They didn’t have the classic signs and symptoms, so they often went undiagnosed and untreated,” explains Jennifer Mieres, M.D., a cardiology professor at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, in New York. Along with chest pain, women often suffer fatigue, shortness of breath, indigestion, pain in the neck, back or jaw, nausea or anxiety in the months leading up to a heart attack. In more than half of the cases, according to one recent study in the journal Circulation, doctors fail to recognize these symptoms. Then there is the “not now” factor. “I used to see women all the time who said, ‘I have had these symptoms for months, but I just didn’t have time to take care of it,’” says Mieres, co-author of Heart Smart for Women: Six S.T.E.P.S. in Six Weeks to Heart-Healthy Living. Recent research has also shown that women are uniquely vulnerable to developing heart disease in ways that men don’t share. Taking birth control pills (especially while smoking) can boost risk. Complications during pregnancy such as preeclampsia and gestational diabetes can be hard on the heart, increasing vulnerability for years to come. Because estrogen is believed to be cardio-protective, when it wanes during perimenopause and menopause, risk goes up again. “As soon as we hit menopause, our biological milieu starts to change,” says Mieres, noting that “good” cholesterol tends to decrease and “bad” cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides tend to increase. Yet, arterial plaque—which can ultimately build up, break loose and cause a heart attack or stroke—starts accumulating as early as age 20, so the earlier women start paying attention, the better.
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to it, the vast majority of cardiovascular disease can be prevented,” says integrative cardiologist Christina Adams, M.D., of the Scripps Women’s Heart Center, in La Jolla, California.
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We have all this sophisticated equipment and all these medications, but when it comes down to it, the vast majority of cardiovascular disease can be prevented.
Food Not Meds
Thirty years after the first cholesterol-lowering medication hit the market, so-called statin drugs have become the largest class of medications in the world, with U.S. sales doubling between 2000 and 2010 to reach $20 billion, according to the U.S. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. While drugs can be appropriate for those already diagnosed with heart disease and at high risk of heart attack or stroke, they are not without serious side effects. Statins can cause chronic muscle pain, memory loss and increased blood sugar, while hypertension drugs can precipitate fainting and kidney damage. For many patients, there’s another way, integrative cardiologists say. Unfortunately, most of the talk about prevention focuses on prescription medications, says Stephen Devries, M.D., executive director of the Chicago-based Gaples Institute for Integrative Cardiology. “What often gets lost in the discussion are the dietary changes, which can be equally important.” Devries recommends a plant-based Mediterranean diet—low in the saturated fat found in beef, processed meats and cheese—and high in leafy greens, whole grains and the “good” fats found in fatty fish, olive oil and avocados. Specific foods have also been shown to lower cholesterol and blood pressure.
Nuts, including walnuts, peanuts and almonds, have been shown to lower LDL. One 2017 study of 77,000 female nurses, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, found those that ate peanuts or tree nuts (including almonds and cashews) two or more times per week had a 19 percent lower risk of developing heart disease. Those that ate walnuts once a week cut their risk by 23 percent. Dark purple and red fruits contain compounds called anthocyanins that boost production of nitric oxide, and in turn expand blood vessels, improving circulation. Another recent study, published in the journal Circulation, followed 94,000 women for 18 years and found those that ate four servings or more per week of blueberries and strawberries were a third less likely to have a heart attack. Pomegranates are also key for heart health, with recent research published in the journal Clinical Nutrition showing a daily serving of juice can make platelets less sticky, lower blood pressure and reduce plaque formation. Dark leafy greens like kale and broccoli—which are rich in vitamin K—play an important role in fostering a healthy heart structure, with each serving per week cutting the risk of heart disease by 23 percent, according to the Gaples Institute.
Nurturing the Emotional Heart
No discussion of heart health would be complete without an emphasis on social and emotional health, a critical risk factor which until recently has been largely absent, says Sandeep Jauhar, M.D., director of the Heart Failure Program at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center, and author of the new book, Heart: A History. But research shows the emotional heart can break, too, as in Lenard’s case. With as many as 90 percent of incidents occurring in women, the condition that landed her in the emergency room often shows up in patients with no signs of obstructed blood vessels or high cholesterol. Rather, factors like financial worries, work stress or the death of or break-up with a loved one can flood the heart with stress hormones, changing its shape to one that resembles a Japanese pot called a takotsubo and weakening it profoundly. “Remarkably, in many cases, once the emotional state returns to normal, so does the heart,” says Jauhar. Longer-term, emotional stress has been shown to lead to platelet aggregation, or stickiness in the blood, which can impact blood flow. Also, constant bombardment by stress hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol can damage the inner walls of blood vessels, boosting accumulation of plaque.
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Supplements for a Healthy Heart ª Red yeast rice extract: This over-thecounter (OTC) extract, commonly used in Chinese medicine, has been shown to significantly lower both total cholesterol and LDL, or “bad” cholesterol levels, much like a statin does. Studies show 1.2 to 2.4 grams per day can reduce cholesterol by 26 percent in 12 weeks. ª Omega-3 fatty acids: Eating fatty fish or taking fish oil supplements (one to four grams daily of EPA/DHA) has been shown to reduce risk of heart disease in healthy people and lower triglyceride levels and risk of heart attack in those already diagnosed with cardiovascular disease. Walnuts, chia, hemp and flax seeds are excellent vegan sources of Omega-3s.
ª Coenzyme Q10: Found in small amounts in organ meats, sardines, cauliflower and asparagus, this powerful antioxidant—also available in OTC supplements—can lower blood pressure and help combat the side effects of statins. ª Nicotinomide riboside: Fairly new on the supplement scene, this compound, known as NR, has been shown to mimic the beneficial impacts of calorie restriction, improving blood pressure and arterial health in those with mild hypertension. ª Garlic: Some studies suggest that garlic, either fresh or in supplements, can lower cholesterol and blood pressure. February 2019
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To nurture the metaphorical heart, integrative cardiologists recommend taking time to maintain healthy personal relationships and minimize work stress. As well, exercising five to six days per week for at least 30 minutes and practicing activities like mindfulness meditation or yoga have been shown to lower heart rate. A recent study published in the journal Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes looked at 201 people with coronary heart disease. It found those that practiced meditation were 50 percent less likely to die or have a heart attack or stroke in the span of five years. Finding quiet spaces to retreat to can also be important. A study published in November by researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital, in Boston, found that living and working in chronically noisy environments can boost the risk for heart problems. It is also wise to prioritize sleep (at least seven hours per night), because the lack of it can inflame arteries. The bottom line is that a holistic approach is best, says Jauhar. “If you want to live a long life, don’t smoke, eat well and exercise, but also pay attention to the quality of your relationships and your ability to withstand stress and transcend distress. Those are also a matter of life and death.” Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer in Boulder, CO. Connect at LisaAnnMarshall.com. 18
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When we optimize the hormones that have been depleted in men and women, we see restored blood flow to the coronary arteries, decreased plaque formation, increased HDL and decreased LDL, triglycerides and inflammation in the blood vessels.
Heart Health and Hormones
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eart disease is the leading cause of deaths, not only in the United States, but also globally. Once thought to be a “man’s disease”, women are just as affected and have the same number of deaths as men each year from heart disease in the United States. While staying at a healthy weight, eating a healthy diet, getting regular exercise, managing your stress and blood sugar, as well as controlling your blood pressure, cholesterol and triglyceride levels are all
keys to reducing your chances of getting heart disease, we may be missing an important part of the puzzle—the effect our hormones have on heart health and helping to accomplish the aforementioned positive health goals.
Estrogen and Heart Disease
Studies have shown women experience an increased risk of heart disease after menopause, increasing to one in four women dying of the disease each year. Researchers
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have connected this pattern to decreasing levels of estrogen during menopause. In fact, low estrogen before menopause also puts women at risk. A study in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism in 2016 noted premenopausal women with estradiol concentrations at or below the tenth percentile had a higher risk of stroke. Thus it’s important to have hormones levels checked and at optimal range as you enter your mid-to-late 30s. Proper estrogen balance is associated with higher levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL or “good cholesterol”) and lower levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL or “bad cholesterol”). The decline of natural estrogen that occurs in menopause leads to lower HDL and higher LDL, leading to the increased risk of heart disease and stroke. Men need estrogen, too. A study from the Journal of the American Medical Association in 2009 found in 501 men with chronic heart failure, those with both low testosterone and estrogen had a 96 percent increase in overall mortality. In fact, men with the lowest estradiol levels were 21 per-
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cent more likely to die during a three-year follow-up.
Testosterone Decline and Increase in Disease Men ages 30 to 70 lose 1 to 3 percent of total testosterone production per year. Women ages 20 to 40 lose 50 percent of their testosterone production. Low testosterone appears to be a predictive marker for those at high risk for cardiovascular disease. Not only does low testosterone in men and women increase their risk of heart disease and stroke, but testosterone deficiency is also associated with Type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, cancer, coronary artery disease, transient ischemic attacks and dementia.
The Need to Optimize Hormones
As people live longer, more and more people are entering menopause and andropause. (Andropause typically occurs between the ages of 40 and 60, but men as young as 30 may begin to experience male menopause symptoms which are attributed to a gradual decline in testosterone levels.)
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As hormones are depleted cholesterol goes up, blood pressure rises and inflammation in blood vessels increases. However, when we optimize the hormones that have been depleted in men and women, we see restored blood flow to the coronary arteries, decreased plaque formation, increased HDL and decreased LDL, triglycerides and inflammation in the blood vessels. “For far too long, testosterone has been stigmatized by its undeserved association with the over-use and abuse anabolic steroids,” states Dr. Jerald Bain, an endocrinologist at the University of Toronto’s Department of Medicine and the Toronto Mount Sinai Hospital. While there’s a concern about synthetic oral hormones (which pass through the liver), hormones delivered by subcutaneous bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) pellet implants bypass the liver, don’t affect clotting factors and don’t increase the risk of thrombosis. Bioidentical hormone therapy is a compound that’s identical to the natural molecules that the body produces. They are formulated from plant sources by pharmacists to identically match the body’s hormones. Testosterone and estradiol delivered by pellet implantation don’t adversely affect blood pressure, glucose or liver functions. Testosterone BHRT implants have been used in both men and women in five continents since the 1930s. The longevity of this science-based modality attests to the fact that, when properly managed, bioidentical hormone replacement through the use of pellets is scientifically recognized as effective, safe and the most effective method available for administering such a therapy. When optimized, natural estrogen, testosterone and progesterone protect the heart, brain and other body systems. When in balance, the natural bioidentical hormones work as antioxidants, reduce inflammation in the blood vessels, improve blood flow to the coronary and other arteries, and decrease plaque format. There are numerous studies showing that testosterone protects the heart. For example, researchers from the University of Texas at Galveston performed a large study using testosterone in elderly men. Their
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results, published in the Annals of Pharmacotherapy in 2014, showed 50 percent fewer deaths and a reduction in heart attacks in men using testosterone. Testosterone and estradiol improve lipid profiles by reducing total cholesterol, triglycerides, and LDL levels while increasing HDL cholesterol and decreasing blood pressure. This all has positive benefits on the cardiovascular system and helps to meet the goals of maintaining cardiovascular health. Long term, men and women will not only have a reduced incidence of heart disease when they optimize their hormones through BHRT pellet therapy, but also Alzheimer’s disease and osteoporosis. For those concerned about the risk of breast cancer with hormone therapy, there are multiple studies showing the long-term reduction in breast cancer in women using bioidentical hormone replacement therapy through the use of pellets rather than the increase in the incidence of breast cancer that has been associated with oral, synthetic hormones. Even after 20 years of therapy with hormone implants, the risk of breast cancer is not increased. Given this information, the conclusion is that hormone balance and optimization play a larger role in cardiovascular and overall health than many people are aware of. Consider having your hormones levels checked to see if they are in optimal range and if you could benefit from having BHRT pellet therapy to optimize your hormones and health. Karla Vavra Melcher, RN, BSN, is a nurse and certified BioTE provider at Restore Health & Wellness Center, located at 1010 S. 16th St.,Wilmington, which is owned and operated by Tabetha L. Smith, FNP-C. In 2005, Smith, who has a certification specialty as a Menopause Clinician with the National Certification Corporation, began studying and prescribing Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) to her patients and in October 2014 became a certified BioTE provider, becoming the first medical provider in the Wilmington area to provide BHRT implant therapy. For more information, call 910-763-1960 or visit RestoreHealthWellness. com. See ads, pages 3 and 11.
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RECIPES A HEART WILL LOVE
Tasty Ways to Boost Heart Health
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s a special meal for Valentine’s Day or any other, many plant-based dishes are so tasty that no one will miss the meat. Low in fat and sugar and high in ingredients that promote heart health, the following recipes are courtesy of Carol D’Anca, a board-certified nutrition practitioner and author of Real Food for Healthy People: A Recipe & Resource Guide, in Highland Park, Illinois.
Start With Soup
Rich in dietary fiber and low in fat, butternut squash with low-salt vegetable broth and spices is an easy-to-make soup loaded with nutrients and flavor. Allow 40 to 45 minutes to roast the squash.
Butternut Squash Soup Yields: Four servings 1 butternut squash, 2-3 lbs, peeled and cut in cubes to equal 4 cups
3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth Dash red pepper flakes Freshly ground black pepper Pepitas or pumpkin seeds for garnish Preheat oven to 425° F. Line a heavy baking pan with parchment paper. Spread squash cubes in a single layer, using two lined pans if needed. Roast for about 40 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.
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Alternate method: Wash the squash. Make several slits to allow for escaping steam. Roast whole in the oven for about 45 minutes or until soft and easy to peel and cut. Transfer the roasted squash to a food processor or heavy-duty blender. Add remaining ingredients and process until smooth. Add additional broth to reach desired consistency.
Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, fair trade, non-genetically modified ingredients, BPA-free canned goods and non-bromated flour whenever possible.
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Hearty Bread
This whole-grain, gluten-free, no-knead, no-mess bread contains flax, sunflower and chia seeds, hazelnuts, oats, coconut oil and maple syrup as a sweetener. Accompanying soup, it makes for a satisfying meal. This recipe is adapted from “Change Your Life Bread” in D’Anca’s book My New Roots.
Let it sit on the counter for at least two hours, or all day or overnight. When the dough retains its shape, even when you pull the sides of the loaf pan or lift the parchment, it’s ready to bake. Preheat oven to 350° F. Place loaf pan in the oven on the middle rack and bake for 20 minutes. Remove bread from loaf pan, place it upside down directly on the rack and bake for another 30 to 40 minutes. Bread is done when it sounds hollow when tapped. Let cool completely before slicing. Store bread in a tightly sealed container for up to five days. Freezes well. For a quick and easy toast, slice before freezing.
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Change Your Life Bread Yields: One loaf 2 cups shelled raw sunflower seeds 1 cup whole flax seeds 1 cup blanched hazelnuts 3 cups rolled oats (use certified gluten-free oats, if needed) 4 Tbsp chia seeds 6 Tbsp psyllium husks Pinch fresh ground coarse salt, preferably Himalayan 2 Tbsp maple syrup 6 Tbsp coconut oil, liquefied at low temperature in a small pan 3 cups water In a loaf pan lined with parchment, combine all dry ingredients, stirring well. Whisk maple syrup and water together in a measuring cup. Add to the dry ingredients and mix until everything is soaked and dough becomes thick. If it’s too thick to stir, add one or two teaspoons of water until it’s manageable. Smooth the top with the back of a spoon. 22
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Pasta is guilt-free when we use a whole wheat variety that digests more slowly than white flour pasta, avoiding blood sugar spikes, D’Anca says. Gluten-free, grainfree or vegetable pasta can be substituted for whole grain pasta. Fresh asparagus is recommended. If it’s not in season, consider red chard for its bright red and green colors and abundance of vitamins K, A and C. It’s a good source of magnesium, potassium, iron and dietary fiber.
Use red, orange, yellow or a mix of colors 1½ Tbsp fresh thyme leaves 1 lb fresh asparagus, pencil thin is best (if not available, substitute red chard) ¼ cup pitted Kalamata olives ½ cup fresh basil ¼ cup white wine or white wine vinegar Squeeze garlic from its skins into a large skillet. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix well. Cook over medium heat until the mixture is reduced and thickened to a sauce (coulis), about 20 to 30 minutes. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente. Drain the pasta well and place back in the pan. Add tomato coulis and olives. Toss well to infuse flavors. Let warm for 2 to 3 minutes. Serve at once.
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Chickpeas are a great source of fiber. Bell peppers, also known as sweet peppers, are available in white, orange, green and purple. Lycopene gives red tomatoes their color, may reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol and lower blood pressure. Yellow tomatoes have twice as much iron and zinc and higher levels of vitamin B and folate to help red blood cells. Darker tomatoes ranging from purple to black produce higher levels of antioxidants for a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. Don’t overlook green tomatoes, which are higher in vitamin K and calcium than reds or yellows.
Roasted Chickpeas with Grilled Vegetables Yields: Serves two, or four if dished over quinoa
Whole Grain Pasta with Asparagus and Tomato Coulis Yields: 6 servings for dinner or 8 as a smaller first course. 1 lb of your favorite whole grain pasta 3 large cloves garlic, roasted for about 25 minutes in their skins 3 pints cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
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12 small mushrooms, sliced 2 ripe tomatoes, quartered 1 red bell pepper, cut in strips 1 yellow pepper, cut in strips 1 red onion, cut into wedges, or 1½ cups leeks, halved lengthwise, cleaned, and cut chiffonade-style About 6 cloves of garlic, peeled 2, 14-oz cans of chickpeas, rinsed and drained 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary Balsamic or white wine vinegar
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Divide into four bowls. For texture and crunch, garnish with roasted pepita or pumpkin seeds.
Preheat oven to 400° F.
Almond Butter and Raw Cacao Chocolate Truffles Yields: 12 servings
Remove the pan and turn the vegetables over. Add the chickpeas and rosemary and return to the oven. Roast for another 30 to 45 minutes until the edges of the vegetables start to turn dark and the chickpeas are browning.
1 cup almond meal ½ cup almond butter ¼ cup raw cacao, organic 3 Tbsp grade B maple syrup 1 tsp organic vanilla ¼ cup raw almonds, ground ¼ cup raw cacao nibs, ground Finely ground nuts like walnuts or hazelnuts, shredded coconut or raw cacao for texture and added flavor
Sprinkle with balsamic vinegar, toss and serve warm as is or over quinoa.
Make a flax “egg” by mixing the ground flax seeds with the water. Let it sit for 3 to 5 minutes until it thickens to an egg consistency.
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Put mushrooms, tomatoes, red and yellow peppers, onion and garlic in a large roasting pan. Roast for about 30 minutes or until the vegetables caramelize.
Eating healthy doesn’t mean all salads, all the time. From appetizer to dessert, healthy, easy-to-make, creative and colorful recipes can improve health and add flavor to life.
Burgers for Lunch
These burgers are good either oven baked or grilled, weather permitting. Offer toppings like baby spinach, salsa, nut cheese, pesto, fig jam, mango or slaw. Apple cider vinegar, dill, celery salt and agave nectar to taste makes a dressing for slaw. Thin slices of Granny Smith or Honey Crisp apples add a tang of tart or hint of sweetness.
Black Bean/Veggie Burger 1 16-oz can of black beans, drained, rinsed well and dried on a paper towel ½ red bell pepper, cut in large pieces 1 medium-size onion, cut in large pieces 1 Tbsp chili powder, mild or hot to taste 3 cloves of garlic, rough chopped 1 tsp black cumin 1 Tbsp ground flax seeds 3 Tbsp water Approximately 1 cup bread crumbs (gluten- free if needed) to act as a binder 4 buns or bread of choice
Place the bell pepper, onion and garlic in a food processor and process until smooth. Remove the mixture and drain in a fine sieve. Too much liquid will make the burgers fall apart. Place black beans in the food processor and pulse to a thick, sticky consistency. Add the drained red pepper mixture, flax “egg”, cumin and chili spice. Process until lightly mixed.
Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and mix them to a smooth batter. Chill the batter for about 20 minutes. Roll into either bite-sized or larger balls to serve as is or roll in nuts, coconut or cacao for texture and added taste. For more recipes and information about nutrition and heart health provided by D’Anca, visit FoodNotMeds.com. Avery Mack is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect via AveryMack@ mindspring.com.
Remove the burger mixture to a bowl. Add bread crumbs until you have a firm burger and form into patties. Grill for 5 to 10 minutes, turning once, or bake in a 350° F oven on a parchment-lined baking sheet for about 5 to 10 minutes on each side.
Guilt-Free Chocolate Dessert
“Chocolate desserts usually include loads of sugar and butter, making them a highly processed and saturated-fat food,” says D’Anca. “These treats deliver the good fat of cacao nibs and the antioxidants of raw cacao.” February 2019
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Essential Oils for Pets How to Use Them Safely by Sandra Murphy
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One thing I’d say is, learn guidance, essential oils ssential oils are derived from all you can before using can be part of a larger treatment plan, says plant-based oils around pets. Richter. Cats are genersources, leading people to ~Gary Richter, integrative ally more sensitive to equate natural with safe; but that’s not always the veterinarian and founder of oils because they don’t metabolize medicine case. Knowing how and Ultimate Pet Nutrition as efficiently as dogs, when to use oils is vital, he notes. “As one professor used to tell our according to Gary Richter, DVM, an integraveterinary class, ‘Cats are not small dogs, tive veterinarian and medical director of Hoso they can’t be treated as if they are’—allistic Veterinary Care, in Oakland, California. ways good to remember.” A veterinarian trained in the use of essential oils understands the properties of each oil, Soothing Effects along with its proper dilution and application, Just as chamomile tea relaxes humans, anxa subject not generally taught in traditional ious dogs find its scent calming. Some vets veterinary schools; holistic medicine requires spray the exam room with lavender between additional training. appointments to calm anxious clients. With proper use under professional
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Sally Morgan, a physical therapist and advanced certified practitioner of the gentle animal bodywork therapy known as Tellington TTouch, sees clients in her Northampton, Massachusetts, office. “I put a drop of a peace and calming blend or lavender on the carpet or a pillow,” she says. “It relaxes the animal and dissipates the smells of previous clients. I don’t use diffusers. The odor can be too strong for their sensitive noses. There’s also a danger it could spill and be licked up.” Certified Professional Dog Trainer Knowledge Assessed Kim Paciotti, owner of Training Canines, LLC, based in Statesville, North Carolina, finds the scent of green apples relieves anxiety and soothes upset tummies for dogs and puppies that suffer from motion sickness. “Cotton balls placed inside a small container clipped to the outside of their crates deliver the smell,” she says. “They don’t have direct contact, but still reap the benefits, allowing the dogs to self-medicate by sniffing when they feel the need.” Kimberley Wallace, founder of kW Sustainable Brands, in San Diego, burns organic, sweet basil-scented candles for their antiviral, antibacterial properties. Her
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A veterinarian trained in the use of essential oils understands the properties of each oil, along with its proper dilution and application, a subject not generally taught in traditional veterinary schools; holistic medicine requires additional training.
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pugs love the smell. “Our rescue pug has mast cell tumors which compromise her immune system. I do my due diligence to buy all-natural products whenever I can.”
Proceed With Caution Pure essential oils are far too strong to use undiluted, Richter says. Age, physical condition and species are so varied that guessing which oil and how to use it can be dangerous to the pet. “Skin irritation like a hot spot or rash is a relatively minor problem that could benefit from the right essential oil. An open wound requires a veterinary visit,” he says. “Some oils aren’t recommended unless under veterinary guidance. Reactions can range from mere annoyance to toxicity.” Wintergreen, melaleuca, pennyroyal, tea tree and pine oils cause the most reported problems for dogs, according to PetPoison Helpline.com. Peppermint, cloves, cinnamon and oregano oil also can be quite strong and require educated use, says Richter. An uneven gait, vomiting, diarrhea, drooling and weakness can be symptoms of toxicity, requiring immediate veterinary care to prevent damage to the central nervous system or organ failure. In its fragrance and taste, plants have defense mechanisms to ward off destructive insects or to attract bees and butterflies. Those same properties can help people and animals. The plant’s natural compounds can ward off fungi, bacteria, parasites or inflammation. However, just reading a label isn’t enough to know which oils will work best for these problems. “The Animal Desk Reference II: Essential Oils for Animals, Second Edition, by Melissa Shelton, is a reader-friendly guide,” says Richter. “I touch on the subject in my book The Ultimate Pet Health Guide: Breakthrough Nutrition and Integrative Care for Dogs and Cats, but for deeper study, I recommend Shelton’s book.” “One thing I’d say is, learn all you can before using oils around pets,” Richter says. “There’s not a one-size-fits-all formula for dilution for safe use. There are too many variables with oils and animals.” Be more than a well-meaning pet lover—also be well-educated. Sandra Murphy is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com. February 2019
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2 Ground Hog Day Intro to the Runes – 11am-1pm. With Kimberly “Fox” Coffman. Learn the history, legend, and ancient magic of the Elder Futhark Viking Runes. Cost: $25. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. 910-685-2795.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6 Snake & Turtle Feeding – 4-4:30pm. Ages 3 and up. Enjoy a brief presentation about the live animals on display in the Events Center and then watch at least one snake and turtle feed. Cost: $1/person. Halyburton Park, 4099 S 17th St, Wilmington. Registration required. 910-341-0075. Namaste Wisdom Meditation – 7-8:30pm. With Melanie Palubicki. Ground, center, breathe, and
reconnect to yourself in this monthly guided meditation group. Cost: $10. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. 910-685-2795.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Wrightsville Beach Valentine Run – 8am. 5K and 10K heart-themed race. Cost: $30/up – proceeds benefit Wrightsville Beach Parks & Recreation. Wrightsville Beach Park, 321 Causeway Dr, Wrightsville Beach. Its-Go-Time.com/WBValentineRun.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Vision Board Workshop – 1:30-4:30pm. How can you have it if you can’t see it? Attend this fascinating workshop led by two licensed Heal Your Life teachers and learn how to create the life you desire. Take home your own vision board. Sup-
Yoga at the Aquarium – 8-9am. Experience the Aquarium during the stillness before it opens while you enjoy a yoga class taught by a certified yoga instructor. Discover your inner peace while stretching in the stillness among sharks, rays and jellies. Cost: $20/adults only. Member discount/registration required. Fort Fisher, 900 Logger Head Rd, Kure Beach. 910-772-0500. Reiki Share – 6:30-8:30pm. With Felicia Grant. Give and receive energy healing under the guidance and practice of professional intuitive healer. Open to all levels of experience. Cost: $15. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. 910-685-2795.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Breast Thermography Thermascans – 10:30am4pm. Restore Health & Wellness Center is offering appointments for Breast Thermography Thermascans in partnership with Carolina Thermascan. 1010 S 16th St, Wilmington. Appointments must be scheduled in advance, call 910-763-1960. Psychology of Change through Hypnotherapy & Coaching – 7:10-8:10pm. Join Mike Oglesbee and
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learn how to create fast, effective, and permanent change in your life as he teaches you the Theory of Mind, the Process of Change and how Hypnotherapy and NLP Coaching can help you overcome even your biggest challenges and struggles. Cost: Free. Yoga in Common, 3062 Deville St, Myrtle Beach. 843-213-2597.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25 Recipe Night – 6:30-8pm. You can improve your health with simple and delicious whole foods. Explore how your diet contributes to your overall health. You’ll also experience some delicious dishes that feature power foods from MaxLiving’s nutrition plans. Cost: Free. Registration required, limited space. Innate Health Family Chiropractic & Wellness, 14886 US Highway 17N, Hampstead. 910-406-1200.
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Yoga at the Aquarium – 8-9am. See February 12 listing. Kure Beach.
Nature in a Nutshell: Nature’s Valentine – 1010:30am. Ages 2-5. Nature themes will be brought to life through stories, songs, games, hikes and other hands-on activities. Dress for the weather (including closed-toe shoes) to be ready for outdoor fun, with blanket or lawn chair. Cost: $3/person. Halyburton Park, 4099 S 17th St, Wilmington. Registration required. 910-341-0075. Spirit Animal Discovery – 10:30am-1pm. With Kimberly “Fox” Coffman. Find out what your Soul Spirit Animal is and how it can help you reconnect to your inner authentic wild, bridge relationships, and get you on your soul path. Cost: $35. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. 910-685-2795.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20 Conscious Evolution Meditation – 7-8:30pm. With Cindy Heunemann. Receive a guided meditation and technique guidance in this gentle way to ground and center during the middle of your week. Cost: $10. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. 910-685-2795.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Methods of Teaching Environmental Education – 9am-3pm. Ages 18 and up. Required workshop in order to complete the North Carolina Environmental Educator’s Certification. The focus of this workshop is to prepare participants from a variety of educational backgrounds and experiences to use exemplary Environmental Education teaching methods. Cost: Free, registration required. Halyburton Park, 4099 S 17th St, Wilmington. 910-341-0075.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28 NC Birding Trail Hikes – 8am-noon. Ages 16 and up. Explore a different site along the NC Birding Trail in the Coastal Plain. Hikes approximately 2 miles. Cost: $10/person with registration required. Transportation from Halyburton Park to Greenfield Lake included. 4099 S 17th St, Wilmington. 910-341-0075.
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Hypnosis & Coaching for Weight Loss – 1:302:30pm. Join Mike Oglesbee to learn how Hypnosis and NLP Coaching can help you lose those extra pounds and live an empowering life through healthier habits, and more effective thinking that will allow you to overcome any challenge on your path to reaching and sustaining your weight-loss goals for good. Cost: Free. Yoga in Common, 3062 Deville St, Myrtle Beach. 843-213-2597.
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Volunteer Opportunity Airlie Gardens – 9am. Looking for an outdoor volunteer position? Airlie’s grounds volunteers gather in the Garden Services Center of Airlie Gardens. Volunteers are led out in to the garden to perform a variety of gardening tasks including planting, weeding, mulching, vine-pulling, and dead-heading of plants, and are appropriately nicknamed the “Dirty Dozen.” An Airlie staff groundskeeper always accompanies the volunteers. Airlie Gardens, 300 Airlie Rd, Wilmington. 910-798-7700.
monday Pilates – 8-8:50am. Mat and floor exercises teaching posture, balance, strength, and flexibility combined with core strength. Cost: $6/1 class-day pass, free to members. Forever Fit Fitness Center, 214 Sneads Ferry Rd, Sneads Ferry. 910-327-2293. Geri-Fit – 8:30-9:15am. Geri-Fit, a Monday morning class. Senior Resource Center, 2222 S College Rd, Wilmington. 910-798-6409. Tai Chi – 6-7pm. Tai chi for beginners with Jay Stempin. Cost: $15. McKay Healing Arts Studio, 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. 910-791-1981. Heal Your Life – 7-8:30pm. 4th Monday. Join licensed Louise Hay Heal Your Life teachers once a month. Unity Church of Wilmington, 717 Orchard Ave, Wilmington. Cost: Love offering. For more information call Terri at 910-470-2745.
tuesday Qigong – 5:30-6:30pm. Qigong class with David Coon, MQM. All levels welcome. Cost: $20. McKay Healing Arts Studio, 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. 910-791-1981.
wednesday Monthly Bird Hikes – 8-9:30am. 2nd Wednesday. Fly over to participate in monthly Bird Hikes, cohosted with Wild Bird & Garden. Birders of all levels are encouraged, over 200 species recorded. Cost $9/$5, adults/New Hanover County residents and military (ID required), free for members. Airlie Gardens, 300 Airlie Rd, Wilmington. 910-798-7700. Pilates – 8-8:50am. Mat and floor exercises teaching posture, balance, strength, and flexibility combined with core strength. Cost: $6/1 class-day pass, free to members. Forever Fit Fitness Center, 214 Sneads Ferry Rd, Sneads Ferry. 910-327-2293.
Qigong – 1-2pm. With Leon McKay. Movement and focused breath work to increase energy and decrease stress. All levels welcome. Cost: $15. McKay Healing Arts Studio, 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. 910-791-1981. Medical Qigong – 2-3pm. Medical Qigong Healing Clinic with David Coon, MQM. Cost: $75. McKay Healing Arts Studio, 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. To register call 910-791-1981or McKayAcupuncture.com. Qigong – 5:30-6:30pm. With Melissa Culbreth. Increase energy, decrease stress with movement and focused breath work. Cost: $15. McKay Healing Arts Studio, 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. 910-791-1981. Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. Yoga classes at Maides Park. Cost: Free, registration required. 1101 Manly Ave, Wilmington. Register by calling 910 341.0096 or Webreg.WilmingtonNC.gov. Cardio Fit Dance – 6:30-7:30pm. Great motivating low to high-intensity workout. Cost: $6 non-members/free to members. Forever Fit Fitness Center, 214 Sneads Ferry Rd, Sneads Ferry. 910-327-2293.
friday Bird Hikes – 9-10am. 1st Friday. Join park staff for a leisurely bird-watching stroll around Halyburton Park. Search for migrants, residents, and point out year-round species too. These walks are for beginner birders and all welcome. Ages 5 and up. Free. 4099 S 17th St, Wilmington. Cost: Free, registration required. 910-341-0075. Psychic Readings – 11am-4pm. Drop-ins welcome. Cost: $45/$80, 30-/60-minute sessions. Blue La-
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Kids' Night Out – 6:30-9pm. 3rd Friday to May 17. For ages 6-11; sports, arts and crafts and more. Refreshments served. City of Wilmington, Maides Park, 1101 Manly Av, Wilmington. Cost: Free, must pre-register. 910-341-0096.
saturday Cape Fear River Watch Seminar – 9am. First Saturday. CFRW hosts Educational Seminar with guest speakers. Cost: Free. Cape Fear River Watch Headquarters, 617 Surry St, Wilmington. 910-762-5606. Qigong – 10-11am. Qigong with rotating instructors. Increase energy, decrease stress with movement and focused breath work. Cost: $15. McKay Healing Arts Studio, 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. 910-791-1981. Psychic Readings – 10am-2pm. Drop-ins welcome. Cost: $45/$80, 30-/60-minute sessions. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy. Call to schedule 910-685-2795. Thermography Scans – 10am-4pm. 1st and 3rd Saturdays. Mammography doesn’t see anything till it’s something..., Thermography can see something before it’s anything. Cost dependent on scan type. Beacon Thermography at Elite Chiropractic, 1319 Military Cutoff Rd, Ste LL, Wilmington. 910-8032150. BeaconThermography.com.
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ACUPUNCTURE LUMINA ACU CLINIC
Enhong ‘Ann’ Yu LAc 6781 Parker Farm Rd, Ste 130, Wilmington 910-256-3939 • Info@LuminaAcuClinic.com LuminaAcuClinic.com At our practice we combine acupuncture with traditional Chinese herbal remedies to address a variety of our patient’s needs. Dr. Yu’s extensive training in both Chinese and Western medicine in China gives her a unique perspective that allows her to deliver the best possible care to all her patients. See ad, page 11.
MCKAY HEALING ARTS
Karen A. Vaughn, LAc. 5725 Oleander Dr, E-2, Wilmington 910-392-0870 AcupunctureOfWilmington.com
Trained in Australia and China with over 25 years’ experience in Classical Chinese Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Affordable treatments are designed to treat the whole person. Treating all health disorders especially infertility, allergies, PTSD, pain management and much more. Hours by appointment only. Currently on North Carolina Acupuncture Licensing Board.
ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE THE CLUB AT CAMCLINIC
Leon McKay, LAc 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington 910-791-1981 • McKayHealingArts.com Providing services beyond acupuncture in a picturesque environment including massage, herbal pharmacy, and medical qigong. Emphasizing on self-healing and consciousness transformation through still and moving postures, breathing techniques and creative visualization. Call for free acupuncture consultation. See ad, page 10.
Nan Cameron, MSN, RN, LAc 1928 S 16th St, Wilmington 910-342-0999 • CamClinic.com Located at the Cameron Clinic of Oriental Medicine, The Club increases your treatment options utilizing complementary alternative therapies. We help you design a program that meets your health and wellness goals utilizing cutting-edge technology. Let us be part of your team! See ad, page 24.
For it was not into my ear you whispered, but into my heart. It was not my lips you kissed, but my soul. ~Judy Garland
BIOIDENTICAL HORMONE THERAPY BIO SYMMETRY
Dr. Chris A. Pate, MD 265 Racine Dr, Ste 102, Wilmington 910-399-6661 • BioSymmetry.com Are you experiencing any of the following: muscle loss, weight gain, night sweats, vaginal dryness, low sex drive, memory loss, mood swings, depression, anxiety, erectile dysfunction? You could have declining hormones and benefit from Bioidentical Hormone Therapy for both men and women. See ad, page 3.
CHIROPRACTIC ELITE CHIROPRACTIC
Dr. Sonya Young, DC 1319 Military Cutoff, Ste LL, Wilmington 910-256-9115 EliteChiropracticWilmington.com Dr. Sonya Young is the owner and founder of Elite Chiropractic in Wilmington. She is passionate about empowering patients with the knowledge that healing comes from within. Through this principle, Elite chiropractic is helping change the way health care is viewed and applied in America. See ad, page 3.
INNATE HEALTH FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS
Dr. Ada Aniniba, DC 14886 US Hwy 17N, Hampstead 910-406-1200 • DrAdaAniniba.com Dr. Ada Aniniba is a Max Living Doctor at Innate Health Family Chiropractic and Wellness. She focuses on five essentials of health: maximizing the mind, chiropractic, nutrition, lean muscle and minimizing toxins. Innate Health is a familycentric practice open to patients of all ages. Corrective and wellness care programs provide a primary source of wellness, nutritional support, immunity and allergy support, education, inspiration and fitness. See ad, page 7.
COLON HYDROTHERAPY RADIANT HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER 2315 Oleander Dr, Wilmington 910-447-9041 RadiantHealthAndWellness.org
We are a unique player in the wellness industry, taking an innovative approach to providing health and wellness services that will leave you feeling stronger and healthier. Make the positive lifestyle change you’ve been wanting with our services including: colon hydrotherapy, infrared sauna, individualized deep tissue cleansing, sound therapy, Chi energy, Microbiome Gut report, Candida report and many natural products. See ad, page 11.
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FARM SHELTON HERB FARM 340 Goodman Rd, Leland 910-253-5964 SheltonHerbFarm.com
Specializing in growing a large variety of culinary herbs, and grow seasonal vegetable plants, heirloom and native plants; butterfly and bee plants. Open year-round with seasonal varieties. Provide fresh-cut herbs, edible flowers and microgreens to local restaurants, caterers and home use. Also participate in local farmers’ markets, garden shows and special events. Farm tours, workshops and classes available. See ad, page 24.
FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE RESTORE HEALTH & WELLNESS
Tabetha Smith, FNP-C 1010 S 16th St, Wilmington 910-763-1960 • RestoreHealthWellness.com At Restore Health & Wellness, we locate the root causes of your issues to provide tools to restore normal body function and optimize long-term health outcomes. Specializing in bio-identical hormone therapy, thyroid and adrenal problems, endocrine health, food sensitivities, nutritional health/therapy, B12 and MIC-B12 injections, VI Peels and CyroPeel facials, pharmaceutical grade supplements, nutritional IV therapies such as Myers IV, Glutathione, and Vitamin C infusions, RegenePulse D-Actor 100 Ultrasound Treatments for musculoskeletal issues, plantar fasciitis, cellulite, facial wrinkles/scars, erectile dysfunction, farinfrared sauna and more. See ads, pages 3 and 11.
HYPNOTHERAPY MAXIMIZED MIND
Hypnotherapy & Coaching 4378 Oleander Dr, Ste 4, Myrtle Beach 843-213-2597 MaximizedMind.com Since 2011, Maximized Mind has provided the Grand Strand and surrounding areas with the most effective and efficient forms of psychology in the world including hypnotherapy, NLP coaching, and various forms of alternative and traditional psychological modalities. We specialize in anxiety and depression treatment, smoking cessation, weight loss, life coaching, and various other challenges people face every day. See ad, page 9.
NATURAL PRODUCTS MARJORIE RAYL
Serving Greater Wilmington to Myrtle Beach MRayl@ATMC.net PositiveLiving.MyShaklee.com • 910-231-4786
Shaklee provides the purest and best ingredients from nature and applies rigorous scientific standards to create clinically proven products that are “Beyond Organic”. Beyond Organic is our philosophy that Shaklee quality standards go beyond how and where an ingredient is grown. Shaklee provides vitamins, supplements, skin care, sports nutrition, healthy weight, personal care and cleaning products that are all gluten free. All products have a 100% money back guarantee.
NATURAL SERVICES D3 CLEANING SERVICES 910-512-6245
Having your home or business free from harsh chemicals is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. We use all-natural/organic cleaners and offer schedules to fit your need. Services include general and deep cleaning: carpet, grout, exterior, etc. Insured. Bonded. Licensed. Call for your free quote today. See ad, page 18.
QIGONG DAVID J. COON, MQM
4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington 910-791-1981 • QigongAwareness.com David offers private Medical Qigong treatments, group healing clinics, weekly Qigong classes, and private life coaching sessions. His teachings are simple, effective, and can be practiced by anyone of any age.
THERMOGRAPHY BEACON THERMOGRAPHY, INC. Shelly Laine 910-803-2150 BeaconThermography.com
Thermography is state-of-the-art, radiation-free diagnostic tool which creates a digital map of your body, illustrating heat patterns that may detect some condition or abnormality using a scanning-type infrared camera that measures your body’s surface temperature. Thermography aids in the detection and monitoring of many types of diseases and physical injury. Multiple scanning locations throughout the Wilmington area. See ad, page 7.
WELLNESS CENTER BLUE LAGOON WELLNESS CENTER Pat and Jo Zachry 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington 910-685-2795 BlueLagoonWellnessCenter.com
Besides being one of Wilmington’s largest rock shop emporiums, we offer counseling, energy work, chakra balancing, crystal therapy, massage, CranioSacral Therapy, hypnotherapy and past life regression. Many classes. Check Meetup for listings. See ad, page 24.
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