ACUPUNCTURE

ACUPUNCTURE FOR ANIMALS Needles Work Wonders on Pets

by Julie Peterson

Needlesmakemostpetparents cringe,butthoseusedforacupuncturedon’thurtanimals, theyhelp. Theyarewhattraditional Chineseveterinarymedicinehasused forthousandsofyearstoenhanceblood circulation,balancethenervoussystem andpromotereleaseofpain-relieving hormonesinanimalsrangingfromrabbitstohorses. “It’saholisticapproachthatpinpoints theissues,unlikemedicinesthatmustgo throughtheentirebody,”saysC.J.Schnier, coachfortheUniversityofWisconsin women’spoloteam.Thefivethoroughbreds andaquarterhorseonherVerona,Wisconsin,farmhaveastandingappointment everythreeweekswithaveterinarianthat performsacupuncturefortheirinjuries, arthritis,colicandimmunesystems. SincethefoundingoftheBoulder, Colorado-basedInternationalVeterinary AcupunctureSocietyin1974,thenumber ofcertifiedanimalacupuncturistshas grownfrom80toabout1,800,makingthe specialtymoreaccessibleworldwide.

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Treating the Ark

Beyondtheusualfour-leggedfriends, acupuncturehelpsanimalssuchasreptiles, rabbitsandlivestockasacomplementto Westernmedicineorotherbodywork toalleviatepainandspeedrecovery.“All animalscanhaveacupuncture,”says veterinarianCarolJeanTillman,ofthe AnimalKingdomVeterinaryHospital,in LasVegas.Sheusesacupuncturefordogs andcatswithmusculoskeletalconditions suchaslamenessduetoinjuries,arthritis andparalysis,andalsofindsithelpfulfor allergies,immunesystemproblemsand digestiveissues. A2016reviewofveterinaryacupunctureclinicaltrialspublishedinthe American Journal of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicineconcludedthatit wassafeandeffectiveintreatingawide rangeofmedicalconditionslikecanine hipdysplasia,painfromosteoarthritisand surgery,intervertebraldiscdisease,seizure disorders,vomiting,inflammatorybowel disease,cardiacandrespiratoryproblems, anddepressionandanxiety.

The Many Methods

Dryneedleacupunctureiswhatmost peoplerecognize—theuseofthin,solid, metallicneedlesinsertedintospecific meridianacupointsonabody. Thereis alsoaquapuncture,thatinvolvesinjectionofaliquid,suchasdilutedvitamin B 12 ,intoanacupointtorelievemuscle painanddiscomfort. Moxibustionisa techniqueusedforjointstiffnessorallergiesinwhichaheatedChineseherbal compoundisappliedtoorheldover acupoints. Electrostimulation,sending anelectricalcurrentthroughpairsofin-

It’s a holistic approach that pinpoints the issues, unlike medicines that must go through the entire body. ~C.J. Schnier

sertedneedles,takeslesstimeandcreateslonger-lastingeffects. “Electrostimulationisveryeffectivefortreatingneurological conditionssuchasradialnerveparalysis,facialnerveparalysis, discdiseaseandanyconditionthatrequiresstrongstimulation,” saysveterinarianBernadetteAleksey,attheAdorablePetsVeterinaryCenter,inHaddam,Connecticut.Sheregularlytreats dogs,catsandhorsesforarthritis,neckandbackpain,aswellas neurologicalandgastrointestinalproblems. Resultssimilartoacupuncturecanbeobtainedwithout usingneedles.Acupressureusinghands,cuppingtherapyusing specialcupsorcoollaserstimulationusinglowlevelsoflightcan stimulatehard-to-reachacupointsorworkforanimalsthataretoo restlessforneedles.“Dependingontheseverityofthecondition, acupuncturetreatmentcouldberecommendeddailyforseveral days,thenspacedouttoeveryweek,thenas-neededoroncea month,”saysTillman. Preciseplacementoftinyneedlesintoanailingdogoramassivehorseseemsfraughtwithrisk,buttheanimalsonlyneedtobe gentlyrestrainedandpliedwithtreatsduringthefirsttreatment. Theygenerallyrelaxquietlyforsubsequenttreatments. EvenSienna,Schnier’stypicallyreactivethoroughbredmare, standsstillforacupuncturearoundaswolleneye.“Sheknowsit’s beingdonetohelpher,”Schniersays.Andher17-year-oldcat heldstillfortinyneedlesplacedinthesinusareasthathelpedit breathebetter. Inaclinicalsetting,petsmaybemoreapprehensive,but thereareworkaroundssuchaslasersoraquapuncture.“We providearelaxingenvironment.Thelightingisdimmed,weplay relaxingmusicandtreatsareencouraged,”saysAleksey. Petparentscansearchforacertifiedveterinaryacupuncturistativas.org/vets.

Julie Peterson writes about pets, health and environmental issues. Connect at JuliePeterson2222@gmail.com.

How Does Acupuncture Work?

by Lydia Sullivan

WhileacupuncturepointswereoriginallyidentifiedcenturiesagobypractitionersinAsiaaccordingtoenergy (chi)meridiansandchannelsinthebody,morerecentresearch hasrevealedthesepointscorrespondtoareasofhighvascularity, lymphaticdrainageornervebundles.Otherinsertionpointscommonlyutilizedare“triggerpoints”whicharepatient-specificareas oftendernessorpainthatcanimpingeonnervesandimpairblood andlymphaticflow.Whenatrainedveterinarianinsertsveryfine needlesintothesespecificpointsonananimal’sbody,adesired therapeuticeffectisproducedonthetargeteddiseasesymptoms. Therearethreeprimaryeffectsofacupuncturepointstimulation.Neuromodulationistheabilitytoinfluencenerveaction, whichcanleadtoareductionininflammationandreliefoftingling orpainfulsensationsfromoveractivenerves.Neuromodulation canalsocausethereleaseofbeneficialhormonessuchasendorphins,andevenaffectthebrainandspinalcord.Recentstudies havedemonstratedacupuncturecanincreaseµ-opioidreceptor activationprovidingpainrelief;thesesamereceptorsareactivated byopioidpainmedicationssuchasmorphine.Thisisonereason whyacupunctureissooftenusedinmanagingpainfulconditions. Acupuncturecanalsoimprovebloodandlymphaticcirculation,whichallowsformoreefficientdeliveryofnutrients andoxygen,aswellasremovalofmetabolicwasteproducts fromtissues.Theseeffectscaninturnaidsurroundingtissuesin returningtonormalfunction. Throughoutthebody,therearethinlayersofconnective tissuecalledfascia.Whenthesefibersandlayersbecomedisorganizedand/oroverlythickened,theycanconstrictvesselsand nervesleadingtopainanddysfunction.Whenthese“trigger points”arereleasedbyacupuncture,fascialfiberscanreorganize,thusrestoringnormalbloodandlymphaticflowaswellas nervefunction.

Dr. Lydia Sullivan, DVM, CCRP, CVMA, is the owner of Ever Loved Veterinary, in Mobile, Alabama, and certified in veterinary medical acupuncture. Connect at EverLovedVeterinary.com.

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Friday, April 3 Star Guides – 6:30-8pm. With Sheri Perbeck. Receive channeled messages from the Angelic Realm and learn about the Angel ’s & Fairy's that help us in our daily lives. Sheri leads us in this fun and spiritually healing evening. Cost: $35. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. Call to RSVP 910-685-2795. BlueLagoonWellnessCenter.com. Sa urday, April 4 Sugar & Gluten Sensitivity Workshop – 11am-1pm. With Chris Poorten. Explore the effects of foods on our body, mind, and spirit and how gluten and sugar sensitivities develop under the guidance of wellness coach and advisor. Cost: $25. Blue Lagoon Wellness

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Monday, April 6 Healing Night – 7-8:30pm. Join us for a sampling of a multitude of healing modalities including Reiki and Therapeutic Touch for a profound healing experience. Open to all. Cost: Love Offering. Unity of Wilmington, 717 Orchard Av, Wilmington. Unitywil. com, 910-763-5155. Tuesday, April 7

Healing Fire Ceremony for Waters of the Earth

– 6pm. Facilitator: Rev. Lindsley Field, Shamanic Counselor, Intuitive Healer, Quantum Usui Reiki Master Teacher, and ceremonial leader conducting workshops and vision quests for personal and planetary healing and transformation. Cost: Love offering. Future home of Unity Myrtle Beach Spiritual Center, 6173 Salem Rd, Myrtle Beach. 843-238- 8516. UnityMyrtleBeach.org. Wednesday, April 8 Kundalini Full Moon Meditation – 7-8:30pm. Join Adi Krishna Kaur in a combination of music and mudra key to opening the flow of Kundalini, “soul energy” as we honor the full moon. Cost: $11. Unity of Wilmington, 717 Orchard Av, Wilmington. UnityWil.com, 910-763-5155. Thursday, April 9 Maundy Thursday Service – 7-8:30pm. Special Easter season service honoring the metaphysical experience of washing of feet and communion as modeled by the master teacher Jesus. Cost: Love Offering. Unity of Wilmington, 717 Orchard Av, Wilmington. UnityWil.com, 910-763-5155. Friday, April 10 Ecstatic Dance – 7-8:30pm. Come together in dance to celebrate life, celebrate Spirit and celebrate each other. This free-style dance offers a 90-minute playlist of eclectic and world music inspired by Gabrielle Roth's Five Rhythms. Facilitated by Jeff Brown. Cost: $10. Unity of Wilmington, 717 Orchard Av, Wilmington. UnityWil.com, 910-763-5155. Sa urday, April 11 CBD Info-Session – Noon-1pm. Come join our free info-session and get answers to your CBD questions. Learn more about CBD; and why, how, and when to use it. Healing Leaves, 1015 S Kerr Av, Wilmington. 910-660-8127. HealingLeavesNC.com. Autoimmune Support Group – 1-2pm. First hour is guest speaker, second hour focuses on foods/movement to support your body especially during times of stress or a flare. Cost: Free/$9, First attendance, then per month thereafter. Call to reserve seat. Healing Leaves, 1015 S Kerr Av, Wilmington. 910-660-8127. HealingLeavesNC.com. Sunday, April 12

Easter

Unity Wilmington Services – 9 and 11am. Take a look at Easter story from a metaphysical point of view. This is an uplifting and inspiring service. Cost: Love Offering. Unity of Wilmington, 717 Orchard Av, Wilmington. UnityWil.com, 910-763-5155. Unity MB Sunday Service – 11am. Unity Myrtle Beach Sunday Service & Communion with inspiring message, meditation and music will be celebrated on Easter Sunday outside under pavilion and tent. Cost: Love offering. Future home of Unity Myrtle Beach, 6173 Salem Rd, Myrtle Beach. 843-238-8516. UnityMyrtleBeach.org. Monday, April 13

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Sa urday, April 18 Healthy Kids Day – 9:30am-1pm. Free Community event offers families’ options to participate in active play and educational opportunities designed to improve health and wellness. Free activities include sports stations, fun run/walk, face painting, bounce houses, community booths, tons of free giveaways and prizes and more. Empie Park, 3405 Park Av, Wilmington. 910-251-9622.

Sa urday, April 18 Unity Earth Day MB – 11am-5pm. Vendors, healing practitioners, plant sale, youth activities, food, music and fresh air. Porta Potties and hand washing stations available. Cost: Free admission. Unity Myrtle Beach Spiritual Center, 6173 Salem Rd, Myrtle Beach. For vendor information contact Maureen Goodman, 843- 251-9786. UnityMyrtleBeach.org. Sunday, April 19 Unity MB Sunday Service – 11am. Unity Myrtle Beach Sunday Service with guest speaker Amy Armstrong, JD, Eco-Lawyer with SC Environmental Law Project, outside under pavilion. Cost: Love offering. Future home of Unity Myrtle Beach,

6173 Salem Rd, Myrtle Beach. 843-238-8516. UnityMyrtleBeach.org. Monday, April 20 Next Gen Workshop – 6-7pm. This workshop will look at primitive reflexes and how they relate to a child's health and growth. Cost: Free. Innate Health Family Chiropractic & Wellness, 14866 US HWY 17N, Hampstead. 910-406-1200. Tuesday, April 21 Guided Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. Benefits of Guided Meditation: reduce stress, quiet the mind, balance the body, mind and spirit, be around “normal” like-minded people share in the wonderful group energy leave feeling relaxed, refreshed and ready to take on the world. Cost: $15. Spiritquest Healing Center, 6649 Beach Dr SW, Ocean Isle Beach. 910- 444-2229. SpiritquestNC.com. Wednesday, April 22

Earth Day

Climate Change Lessening Ceremony – 6:30pm. Rev. Lindsley Field will guide a Climate Lessening Ceremony, to help individuals find their personal path in lessening climate change. Informational discussion following ceremony about the Guided Vision Quest Dance Ceremony scheduled for this fall on the beautiful land of Unity’s future home. This will be a non-traditional vision quest and is open to all faiths and backgrounds. Cost: Love Offering. Future home of Unity Myrtle Beach Spiritual Center, 6173 Salem Rd, Myrtle Beach. 843-238-8516. UnityMyrtleBeach.org. Thursday, April 23

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Friday, April 24 Unity Game Night – 6pm. 3rd Friday. Enjoy games and potluck dinner. Potluck begins 30 minutes prior game start. Unity Myrtle Beach, 6173 Salem Rd, Myrtle Beach. 843-238-8516. Sa urday, April 25 Access Bars Class – 10am-6pm. Access Bars Certification Class taught by Aubrey Lueck. Learn a tool to create a better life for yourself. Sleep better, fix relationships, break habits and more. 537 Vorlis Ln, STE 301, Wilmington. For cost details and to reserve spot email AccessAubrey@yahoo.com or call 630-292-0216.

Sunday, April 26 Unity MB Sunday Service – 11am. See April 5 listing. Myrtle Beach. Tuesday, April 28

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Thursday, April 30 Nutrition 101 – 6-7pm. This workshop will focus on nutrition and how to fuel your body. Learn about eating keto and ketobiotic. Discover how they can help to balance your insulin and hormones. Cost: Free. Innate Health Family Chiropractic & Wellness, 14866 US HWY 17N, Hampstead. 910-406-1200.

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Sa urday, May 2 Thermography and Breast Health – 9:30am-noon. Join Shelly Laine of Beacon Thermography for an informative session on digital infrared thermal imaging, better known as thermography. Thermography is a non-invasive, clinical imaging procedure for detecting and monitoring various diseases and injuries by showing thermal abnormalities in the body. Contact Kara Kenan at Going Beyond the Pink 910-667-2111 to reserve your spot. Cost: Free. Going Beyond the Pink, 4018 Shipyard Blvd, STE 1A, Wilmington. 910-667-2111. BeaconThermography.com.

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Tue/Wed, May 5 & 6 Aura Photography & Soul Contract Numerology Readings – 10am-7pm. With Howard Minton. Must call ahead to schedule your session with special guest reader. Cost: $60. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. 910-685-2795. BlueLagoonWellnessCenter.com.

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Sa /Sun, May 9 & 10 Sharron’s Fabulous Crystal Trunk Show – 1-5pm. Browse through and connect with unique and powerful healing crystal specimens. There will be a class each morning before the Trunk Show. 10-12 noon. Visit website for update on the classes. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. 910-685-2795. BlueLagoonWellnessCenter.com.

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MAY The Collagen Connection

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Sunday Morning Circle – 9:45-10:45am. Rev Marilynn Mattox facilitates book dialog, Healing Letters, by Myrtle Fillmore. In two years of prayer, meditation, and communing with the cells of her body, Myrtle healed her body of tuberculosis. Cost: Love offering. Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside Beach. 843-238-8516. Heal Your Life – 7-8:30pm. 2nd Sunday. Join licensed Louise Hay Heal Your Life teacher once a month. Cost: love offering. Unity Church of Wilmington, 717 Orchard Av, Wilmington. For more information, call Terri at 910-470-2745.

monday

Kundalini Yoga – 9-10:30am. Kundalini Yoga is a spiritual, physical, mental & healthy way to ignite your soul energy and connect to Truth & Love. Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan is a life-changing technology that incorporates Kriya, Mantra, Mudra, Meditation and other tenants of Yogic Philosophy. Cost: $5. Unity of Wilmington, 717 Orchard Ave, Wilmington. UnityWil.com. 910-763-5155. Eating For Well-being – 6pm. Teri Mann leads a plant-based diet discussion and ensuing weekly forum. Bring favorite recipe share with you and any questions you may have. Cost: Free admission. Tidal Creek Co-op, 5329 Oleander Dr, Wilmington. 910-470-2745.

Indigo Mom’s: Community Support Group for

Moma’s – 6:30-8pm. 1st Monday. With Michelle Wells of S.O.A.L Star Intuitive Arts. A support group for magical mamas and mamas of magical children. of all ages to come together in a safe space to learn, talk, share and ask questions about their awakening that is occuring all over the planet. Learn together about different tools to help parent empathic or Indigo children. Cost: $20. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. 910-685-2795. BlueLagoonWellnessCenter.com.

wednesday

Unity Book Group – 12:30-1:30pm. New book starts soon: Rising Strong by Brene Brown. Read, dialog, insights, community and support. Cost: Love offering. Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside Beach. 843-238-8516.

Community Acupuncture – 3:30pm to close. With Jeff Fox. Receive holistic healing through acupuncture, acupressure, massage, and traditional Chinese herbs - available twice a week. Cost: $25. Walk-ins welcome. Madame Meerkat's Cabinet of Curiosities, 1001 S Kerr Av, Wilmington. Healing Evening – 3rd Wednesday. 5-5:45pm Meditation, 6pm Prayer & Hands ON Healing Blessings, 6:30-7:30pm Reiki drop-in. Cost: Love Offering. Peace Chapel at Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside Beach. 843-238-8516. Chenrezig-Amitabha Sadhana – 7:30pm. Chenrezig is the representation of compassion. This meditation involves chanting a liturgy while mentally performing a series of visualizations and finishing with mantras and an insight visualization. Cost: Free. Location: Forestbrook area of Myrtle Beach, call for information and directions. 843-655-8056.

thursday

A Course in Miracles – 12:30-2pm. Cost: Love offering. Unity Myrtle Beach, 6173 Salem Rd, Myrtle Beach. 843-238-8516. A Course in Miracles – 6:30-8pm. Cost: Love offering. Unity Myrtle Beach, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside Beach. 843-238-8516.

friday

Psychic Readings – 11am-4:30pm. Eileen and Great Oak in the House. Drop-ins welcome. Cost: $75/$110 for 30-/60-min sessions. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. Call to schedule. 910-685-2795. Community Acupuncture – 3:30pm to close. With Jeff Fox. Receive holistic healing through acupuncture, acupressure, massage, and traditional Chinese herbs - available twice a week. Cost: $25. Walk-ins welcome. Madame Meerkat ’s Cabinet of Curiosities, 1001 S Kerr Av, Wilmington.

saturday

Holistic Health Practitioner Training – 3rd Saturday. Comprehensive class will empower and equip with thorough overview and all principles a Holistic Health Practitioner needs to counsel others in natural health care. Call for times, location and details. Southern Institute of Natural Health. Call or text 910-216-0100. Natural Family Basics – 2nd Saturday. Curriculum for parents, teachers and children as a local class for Brunswick Islands area. Courses encourage individuals to take responsibility of their own health. Call for times, location and details. Southern Institute of Natural Health. Call or text 910-216-0100. Psychic Readings – 10am-3:30pm. Guest Readers. Drop-ins welcome. 15-, 30-, 45- or 60-minute sessions; price varies per session length. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. Call to schedule 910-685-2795. Thermography Scans – 10am-4pm. 1st and 3rd Sat. 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. 910-803- 2150. BeaconThermography.com. Connecting you to the leaders in natural health care and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide, visit NA-SENorthCarolina.com or call 910-833-5366.

Access Energy Services Aubrey LUE CK Access Bars Facelift & Body Process Practitioner End of Life Specialist 630-292-0216 • AccessAubrey@yahoo.com AccessAubrey.com Offering Access Bars, Facelift and Body process hands-on method promoting energies to flow, heal and repair. This energy transformation modality, links season wisdom, ancient knowledge, and highly contemporary pragmatic tools for positive change. Receiving these holistic, non-invasive treatments will leave you with a sense of peace and space; and a feeling like there are more possibilities open to you. All of life comes to me with ease, joy and glory.

ACUPUNC TURE Lumina A u Cl ini 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.

ALLERGY ELI MINA TION LIFELINE CHIR OPRACTIC & NATUR AL ME DICINE Dr. Louis J. Buffalino, DC 1133 Military Cutoff Rd, Wilmington 910-679-4079 LifeLineChiroNC.com Got Allergies? NAET is a noninvasive, drug-free, natural choice to control reactions to food, water, pollen, grass and mold. If you have symptoms which have not responded to traditional care and don't make sense, visit NAET.com or LifeLineChiroNC.com to review our testimonials and learn more.

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Bio Symmet ry 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 13.

chiroprac ic Innat e Health Fa mil y Ch irop ract i & Well ness 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 29.

Far Sh elto n Herb Fa rm 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 11.

HEAL TH EDUCA TION SOUTHERN IN STITUTE OF NATUR AL HEALTH Brunswick Islands of NC 910-216-0100 SouthernInstituteofNaturalHealth.com We educate and empower students to higher knowledge concerning natural health and healing. Offering a variety of local classes and online courses to support living, sharing and teaching a natural, healthy lifestyle.

HOLIS TIC DEN TIS T Wil mingto n Hol ist i Dent ist ry Dr. Jessica Shireman, DMD AIOMT 6200 Oleander Drive, Wilmington 910-777-4020 WilmingtonHolisticDentistry.com Dr. Shireman is excited to bring holistic dentistry to Wilmington. She and her family recently relocated from Raleigh where she had a holistic practice for 5 years. S h e h o l d s b o t h S M A RT certification and is accredited by the IAOMT in safe-mercury removal and has a unique, patient-based approach to dentistry. See ad, page 5.

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Inner Gold Counsel in & Hypnos is Novella Hall Serving Greater Wilmington area 910-398-4724 • Novellac@BellSouth.net Novella Hall has been treating through hypnosis for attachment trauma, past life regression, future life progression, pain management to restore vital and healthy functioning, plus habit change, as well as providing Akashic readings for over 15 years. Both private and group sessions including over telephone and via Skype. International Board of Certified Hypnosis Trainer.

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Me aphysical Shop Mada me Meerkat ’s Ca binet of Curios it ies 1001 S Kerr Ave, Wilmington MadameMeerkat.net A community metaphysical shop supplying crystals, tarot, incense, and local art in a welcoming atmosphere complete with coffee bar, energy healers, intuitive readers, and workshops to help you learn and grow. Facebook/Instagram: @ madamemeerkat. See ad, page 29.

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2020 EDITORIAL CALENDAR

HEALTHY LIFESTYLES ISSUE JAN

Age-Defying Habits

Plus: Healthy Immune System

FEB

Cardiovascular Health

Plus: Regenerative Medicine PLANT-BASED NUTRITION ISSUE MAR

Thriving on a Plant-Based Diet

Plus: CBD

APR

Grassroots Climate Crisis Strategies

Plus: Healthy Home

WOMEN’S WELLNESS ISSUE MAY

Autoimmune Breakthroughs

Plus: Protein & Collagen Connection

JUN

Inspired Lifestyle Travel

Plus: Brain Health

THE FOOD CONNECTION ISSUE JUL

Beyond Factory Farming

Plus: Gut Health

AUG

Biological Dentistry

Plus: Environmental Education

SELF-EMPOWERMENT ISSUE SEP

Emotional Well-Being

Plus: Adaptive Yoga

OCT

Stress Management

Plus: Joint Health

THE DIABETES CHALLENGE ISSUE NOV

Personalized Diabetes Strategies

Plus: Skin Care

DEC

Creating Community & Connection

Plus: Spending Locally

IN EVERY ISSUE... HEALTH BRIEFS | GLOBAL BRIEFS

ECO TIP | GREEN LIVING

HEALING WAYS | FIT BODY CONSCIOUS EATING

HEALTHY KIDS | WISE WORDS

INSPIRATION | NATURAL PET April 2020

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You don't have to choose between safe & effective skincare! We are a skin-loving beauty brand with heart, created to inspire your life, celebrate your beauty. We believe in simple, safer, better-for-you formulas that harness the power of nature, deliver proven results, and are fun to use. Our products are free of parabens, sulfates, DEA, phthalates, mineral oils, chemical sunscreens and synthetic fragrances. Never tested on animals. Rewards program available. See ad, page 9.

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Grandmother says, “It’s Good For What Ails You!”

The coronavirus (COVID-19) has everyone sitting up in their seats. The coronavirus is new and different from flu and other viruses, so medical experts are still discovering its characteristics and the best way to treat it. What has been established is that COVID-19 spreads more rapidly than the flu and can be ten times more lethal. It is already among the worst Pandemics in history. Since a vaccine or cure is not yet available, doctors are suggesting rest, eating right, and plenty of fluids to let our own immune systems fight off the virus. To assist in this fight, Captain Glenn’s Certified Hieronymus Life Elixir Tea is a Natural, proven immune system booster. When first developed in the early 2000’s in Colorado, college students and other users reported a much faster recovery from colds and flu, with some doctors calling the Elixir Tea “Flu Buster”! This getting back to nature may be the answer. In simpler times, many folks relied on blending a variety of herbs, fruits and spices to create a tea that had marvelous healing properties. These “elixir” teas were the foundation of holistic, natural remedies for

coughs, colds, fever, indigestion and a myriad of other ailments. Introduce yourself to Captain Glenn’s Certified Hieronymus ® Life Elixir Wellness Tea. Only one teaspoon makes a satisfying cup of tea. Served hot or cold over ice, this remarkable tea can aid in the betterment of a number of health issues and restore a sense of calm, focus and wellbeing.

“What’s in it?” Many ask that question and we are happy to share. Yerba-Mate leaves, Peppermint Leaves, Cinnamon Bark, Ginger, Turmeric, Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, and Clove Buds. These ingredients, portioned correctly, work synergistically to enhance the healing powers of each. It’s not just using premium natural organic ingredients, but also balancing the perfect amount of each ingredient to create the optimal effect. Nutrients and phytochemicals in these herbs & spices include beta-carotene, lecithin, amino acids, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, zinc and vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, C and E. Our Life Elixir Wellness Tea’s exclusive formula cleanses and detoxifies, and can aid digestion, infections, and even symptoms of anxiety. It helps you feel better and get well sooner. Captain Glenn feels called to make his Elixir Teas available nationwide. Captain Glenn’s final thoughts: “Enough is enough of the abuse, pain and stress that people go through— most of that suffering is not necessary. All I want to do is help people wake up to the healing power of Mother Earth.” It has become his life’s mission to help others by guiding them to become more aware of what they put into their bodies and how they can recover naturally. Sold at

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“I have found that Captain Glenn’s Wellness team (I’m the one who suggested that he should call it ‘Elixir of Life’) has benefited several of my patients and clients. Typical of the effects is that one patient who stated it makes me feel more centered.” —Dr. David Sigurslid, M.D.

To enjoy Captain Glenn’s Life Elixir Tea TM , visit www.lifeelixirtea.com or call 970-903-5311.