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NATURALLY Rethinking BEAUTIFUL CITIES Transforming the Cosmetics Industry

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his month we are happy to celebrate six months of publishing Natural Awakenings magazine!!! It has been quite a journey starting this magazine and growing it strongly along the way, living in a new state, getting to know the areas and everything there is to offer. I have met so many inspiring people through this venture I decided to take six months ago. It has been blessing in so many ways, encountering smiling people when I am out distributing and acknowledging me for what I do every month. It's been terrific meeting new clients that join our magazine not only to get the word of their business out, but to also engage and support this community that we have created in Southeast North Carolina. Our advertisers have noted much business success from being a part of our magazine. I am thankful for the flexibility it has given me to raise my family with a smile on my face every day. The countless hours that it takes to get this magazine to the printer every month is fulfilling in so many ways and I appreciate each and every one of you. Speaking of those wonderful advertisers, I have to mention our advertisers who took the endeavor with us when launching our first issue last January. They provide a superior quality at all times to their clients and it shines through in their pleasant staffs that always greet me with a smile. There are too many to mention but to all whom contribute such an important part to our magazine every month, I give a big thanks. As Sharon Bruckman, founder and CEO, once said, “Collectively, we comprise a great movement embodying ways of living that are healthy for people and the planet. Together, we are producing a pay-it-forward chain reaction of positive energy and conscious living that benefits everyone. Each large and small choice in favor of natural health and environmental sustainability counts toward enhancing our own standard of living and supporting a higher quality of life on Earth. “It all starts with individuals waking up to conscious living and connecting locally to make measurable differences in their own homes and communities. They are role models of wellness. They are eco-stars. They are visionaries that daily act on their passion for helping others live happier, healthier, more thriving lives.” I wouldn’t be able to do this every month without our amazing advertisers, loyal readers and generous distribution sites. I owe it all to you for giving me the pleasure of successfully putting this magazine into 400+ distribution points and for having over 30,000 readers. It is truly remarkable, the community that we have built, the warm support we feel from each and every one of you.

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Contents 12 ALL-NATURAL BEAUTY Health Concerns Revolutionize the Cosmetics Industry

14 WEAR YOUR

WELLNESS WELL

16 LIVABLE COMMUNITIES WE LOVE

Good for People and the Planet

19 WE NEED CLEAN WATERS

Streams and Rivers Are Life Links

20 EAT RIGHT TO

SLEEP WELL

10 Foods Help Us Relax and Rest

22 HEALTHY SUMMER

HYDRATION

Kids Love These Homemade Drinks

24 RUNNING WITH THE KIDS

Strengthens Body, Mind and Family Spirit

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Reiki-Inspired Chair Yoga Series in Wilmington

Lesa Stempin

esa Stempin, RN, Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapist and Reiki Master/Teacher, is leading a new series of Reiki-Inspired Chair Yoga sessions beginning from 6 to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays on June 5 at the Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, in Wilmington. Stempin has created four different weekly classes for this inspiration—for back pain, detoxing, cancer and arthritis. She says, “I have a passion for helping people realize their own innate healing abilities.” She utilizes her 30-plus years in nursing and related healthcare work, and understanding of what the body, mind and spirit need to heal and to meet clients’ health goals.

Cost: $15/class. Location: Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy., Wilmington. For more information, call or text Lesa at 262-496-2593 or visit PelicanPlay.com. See ReikiInspired Chair Yoga listings in calendar section.

Porter’s Neck Pilates Moves to New Location

orter’s Neck Pilates has moved to a new location in the greater Wilmington area. Owner and classical Pilates instructor Rhonda Willett remarks, “We have moved, but are still conveniently located in the Porter’s Neck area with our new address at 7627 Market Street.” After almost 20 years as a personal trainer, one private Pilates reformer session for Willett was the life-changing experience that established a deeper relationship with her core and began a career as a Pilates instructor helping introduce others to this amazing fitness program. “Pilates is timeless; now it’s ever more essential to help establish proper postural alignment in a world where many of us are slumped over a desk or mobile device most of the day,” she adds. Location: 7627 Market St., Wilmington. For more information, call 910-540-0004, email ArtWillette5@gmail.com or visit PortersNeckPilates.com. See ad, page 9.

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Visit Butterfly Bungalow at Fort Fisher

isitors to the Butterfly Bungalow at the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher on Kure Beach delight in the beauty and tranquility of hundreds of exotic butterflies. The exhibit is now open during normal visiting hours through September 28. Enter the enclosed garden and experience hundreds of colorful, winged creatures floating silently by or landing on your shoulder, arms and hands. Immerse yourself in the wonder and beauty. Species inside the enclosure will vary, but look for vibrant blue morphos, native to Latin America, among many others from around the world. While present, consider reviewing other popular aquarium attractions: Make connections with the natural world. Touch a stingray. Wonder at baby sea turtles. Talk to a diver swimming with eels and sharks. Explore more, together. See why visitors vote the Aquarium a top regional and national attraction each year. Cost: $3/person; aquarium admission not required. Location: NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher, 900 Logger Head Rd., Kure Beach. For more information, call 910-772-0500 or visit NCAquariums.com/fort-fisher.

Juicing Pros and Cons

or those that have wondered about or wanted to learn more about the art of juicing, consider attending a workshop on the activity hosted by Innate Health Family Chiropractic and Wellness, in Hampstead, from 6:45 to 8 p.m. on June 7. Dr. Ada Aniniba looks forward to hosting the event at her practice and says that attendees will “learn why you should be wary of juice cleanses, discover which foods help flood your body with nutrients to support your natural detoxification process and learn when fruits and vegetables can actually harm your body.”

kudos Victoria Chavez, owner and president of Purelife Wellness Center, is conducting a foster care drive to support New Hanover and Brunswick County’s Community Boys and Girls club from June 15 through August 1 at her downtown Wilmington store location. Requested donations include gently used stuffe animals, school supplies and/or gently used clothing, coloring books and crayons, and writing journals. For those that make donations, Chavez will match and donate a personal hygiene kit which includes handmade soap, handmade shampoo and handmade body lotion, a miracle skin relief ointment (for skin issues) and miracle muscle relief ointment (for bruises or injuries), a toothbrush, toothpaste and hair comb. Donations will be divided between the New Hanover and Brunswick County foster kids programs. Location: Donation point is at Purelife Wellness Center, 317 N. Front St., Wilmington. For more information, call 910-343-1374. See ad, page 25.

Free admission. Location: Innate Health Family Chiropractic and Wellness, 14886 U.S. Highway 17 N., Hampstead. For more information or to pre-register (required), call 910-406-1200 or visit Workshop06072018. eventbrite.com. See ad, page 25.

Water-ful Father’s Day Cruise in Wilmington

reat dad this Father’s Day to a fun time with a 90-minute Cape Fear River cruise at noon on June 17. No more asking dad if you’re “there yet” as the friendly captain safely cruises down the river and tours all of Wilmington’s top sights. Dad can relax, enjoy the afternoon breeze and take in the incredible views of the waterfront and marine life—and enjoy some hot dogs with all the classic toppings. Father’s Day only takes place once a year and this family-friendly celebration is a one-of-a-kind cruise he won’t soon forget.

People seldom refuse help, if one offers it in the right way. ~A.C. Benson

Cost: $30/$18, adults/ages 4-12, under 4 free. Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S. Water St., Wilmington. For more information or to register, call 910-338-3134 or visit WilmingtonWaterTours.net. June 2018

Energy Drinks Hurt Youth Health More than half of teens and young adults that have slaked their thirst with energy drinks report consequently suffering negative health consequences, reports a new study from Canada’s University of Waterloo. Of 2,055 Canadian participants between ages 12 and 24, 55.4 percent said they had negative health events afterwards. Of these, 26.5 percent trembled and felt jittery, 24.7 percent had faster heartbeats and 22.5 percent noted “jolt and crash” episodes—a spell of alertness followed by a sudden drop in energy. Another 5.1 percent experienced nausea or diarrhea and 0.2 percent, seizures. Most respondents said they drank only one or two energy drinks at a time. 8

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In the first scientific study of facial exercise, 27 middleaged women that performed specific facial muscle movements looked an average of two-and-a-half years younger in 20 weeks based on a standardized scale called the Merz-Carruthers Facial Aging Photoscales. By doing the exercises for 30 minutes each day or every other day, the fullness of both the upper and lower cheeks, in particular, of the women were significantly enhanced, report Northwestern University researchers. “The exercises enlarge and strengthen the facial muscles, so the face becomes firmer and more toned and shaped like a younger face,” says lead author Murad Alam, a medical doctor. Some of the study exercises can be found by searching the topic of Happy Face Yoga on YouTube.

Cardiovascular exercise improves a person’s healthy gut microbes even without making dietary changes, University of Illinois researchers report. In a study of 32 people, 30 to 60 minutes of exercise three times a week for six weeks boosted levels of healthy intestinal bacteria, especially for lean subjects, and less so for the obese. The healthy bacteria produced shortchain fatty acids that reduce the risk of colon cancer. “The bottom line is that there are clear differences in how the microbiome of somebody who is obese versus somebody who is lean responds to exercise,” says Jeffrey Woods, Ph.D., a kinesiology professor at the university.

Seek 15 Minutes of Device-Free Time When we’re feeling angry, stressed or overexcited, just 15 minutes of being alone without a device can put us into a more peaceful state, reports a University of Rochester study. Young adults, sitting in a comfortable chair away from their devices, were given something to read, told to think about something specific or not given any instruction. Some were asked to sit alone for 15 minutes a day for a week and keep a diary. In all cases, such solo time away from devices helped reduce intense emotions afterward.

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Preterm Births Down After Coal Plant Shutdown After a polluting coal-fired power plant in Pennsylvania was shut down in 2014 by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulatory action, the chances of women living 30 miles downwind having a preterm birth fell by about 28 percent, report Lehigh University researchers. While the plant was operating, women in affluent New Jersey communities downwind had a 17 percent greater risk of having babies of very low birth weightsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; less than 5.5 poundsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;than did women in other similar affluent areas.

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Scientists Discover Alcohol-Cancer Link Alcohol has been linked to seven types of cancer, including breast and bowel, and scientists at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, in Cambridge, UK, have tracked down a possible cause. In lab tests, they found that when the body processes alcohol, acetaldehyde is produced. Acetaldehyde alters and damages DNA within blood stem cells, leading to rearranged chromosomes and a greater likelihood of cancer.

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Independent Action

Quick Quarters

Simple Eco-Houses on the Upswing

A new Ukrainian homebuilding startup called Passivdom uses a 3-D printing robot to produce parts for tiny houses. The machine can print the walls, roof and floor of the company’s 380-square-foot model in about eight hours. The windows, doors and self-contained plumbing, sewage and self-electrical systems are then added by a human worker. Solar energy is stored in a battery. Filtered water collects from humidity in the air. Prices start at $64,000 per house (Passivedom). M.A.DI., in Italy, produces prefabricated A-frame houses in five sizes that can be set up anywhere. The basic model is rated an energy class B, but can be upgraded with an option of adding solar panels to make the structures energy-independent. Homes made by Lifehaus blend low-cost, off-grid appeal with holistic living and luxurious details. The Lebanon company is pioneering energy-neutral dwellings made from locally sourced and recycled materials. Green home dwellers will also be able to generate electricity and grow their own food.

At the North American Climate Summit in Chicago last December, more than 50 mayors from around the globe signed the Chicago Climate Charter, intended to guide cities toward reaching greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals similar to the Paris climate accord. Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel says each mayor will pursue a customized plan, noting, “We’re all going to get to the same destination in our own way.” President Trump’s intended exit from the Paris agreement has sparked an uproar from leaders worldwide, especially mayors in cities long committed to reducing emissions. Dozens of cities are committed to 100 percent clean and renewable energy goals and pledged to promote clean transit through using zero-emissions buses. Emanuel believes, “Climate change can be solved by human action.” Cities’ actions now may well pay off in the long run.

Deadly Cargo Oil Spill Threatens Ocean Ecology

Experts are warning that the Iranian tanker Sanchi oil spill in January in the East China Sea could potentially be one of the worst in decades. Scientists from the UK National Oceanography Centre and the University of Southampton are monitoring the disaster, believing it could 10

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severely impact important reefs, fishing grounds and protected marine areas in Japan. They are also concerned by the toxic nature of the ultra-light, highly flammable oil and unknown impacts. Simon Boxall, with the centre, notes, “It’s not like crude, which does break down under natural microbial action. This stuff actually kills the microbes that break the oil down.”

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Cincinnati has contracted with the energy company Dynegy to purchase 100 percent renewable energy to operate most of its municipal facilities through at least 2021. The green energy will power police and fire stations, health clinics, recreation centers and most administrative buildings, including city hall. The city’s greenhouse gas emissions will be cut by more than 9 percent and its utility rates by more than $100,000 annually. The deal will bring the city closer to its goal of running on 100 percent renewable energy by 2035.

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Getting Answers about Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy

Catching up with Dr. Chris A. Pate NA: Bio-identical hormones: Is it better for menopausal symptoms? CP: Bio-identical hormones have been used by naturopathic physicians as an alternative to conventional hormone replacement therapy for more than 30 years. The popularity of using bio-identical hormone replacement therapy for women entering perimenopause or menopause has increased in popularity during the past 14 years. I'm a local practitioner who firmly believes in the benefits of bio-identical hormones and use them regularly in my practice.

NA: The term “bio-identical hormone replacement therapy” is becoming more mainstream and more men and women are discovering this alternative way to help ease their hormone issues. What exactly are bio-identical hormones and are they safer or better than herbs and other hormone replacement therapy options? CP: With age, our hormone levels naturally begin to decrease, a significant factor in the aging process. The human body does not function at an optimal level without adequate hormone balance. At some point, in the lives of both men and women, the endocrine glands fail to maintain adequate hormone levels, and the older we get, the more depleted our hormones become. It is at this point that replacing those hormones becomes desirable and leads to a happier, healthier life. The answer is both yes and no. It really all depends on the patient. Bio-identical hormones are plant-based hormones that have a similar structure to human hormones. They can help with many of the symptoms related to aging such as low libido, thinning hair, hot

Dr. Chris A. Pate ﬂashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, brain fog and osteoporosis.

NA: Does Biosymmetry offer a nonhormonal option for patients that may not be able to use hormones? CP: The MonaLisa Touch Vaginal Laser is a revolutionary, non-surgical, “walk in, walk out”, 20-minute treatment for vaginal revitalization, vaginal tightening, incontinence and loss of elasticity. The treatment itself is painless, low risk and requires no downtime. It is suitable for most women and offers an alternative to suffering in silence.

NA: What other services does Biosymmetry offer? CP: We offer Sculpsure, a non-invasive non-surgical way to remove stubborn fat. It’s the latest and most advanced laser technology to melt away your fat allowing your body to naturally remove it. Location: Biosymmetry, 265 Racine Dr., Ste., Wilmington. Pate is also board certified in Obesity Medicine, allowing Biosymmetry to be a comprehensive weight loss center. For more information, call 910-399-6661 or visit BioSymmetry.com. See ad, page 9. June 2018

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artists carry and saw specific colors that couldn’t be used on eyes or lips, I was confused; if something isn’t safe for lips or eyes, how can it be good for any part of us?” queries Denno, who switched from social work to makeup artistry 11 years ago. “The change in the industry has been substantial. Now green is mainstream, and most artists have included some green beauty brands in their kits.” Millennials continue to drive consumer demand for higher standards. “Retailers understand that the skincare/ makeup landscape is changing,” advises Behnke. “Traditional brands are no longer attracting younger consumers that are demanding organic, clinically validated products.” Denno concurs, stating, “The spot-

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All-Natural Beauty by Marlaina Donato

rom red carpets to Teen Vogue magazine, the natural beauty trend has taken the industry by storm. Consumer whims may have sparked its beginnings more than a decade ago, but demand is now spiking profits into the billions. “Consumer need is influencing retailers to offer cleaner formulas reflecting firm eco-values,” says Karen Behnke, the pioneering entrepreneur who founded Juice Beauty, in San Rafael, California. Behnke aimed to create meaningful change in the industry when she assembled her dream team 13 years ago. The company now owns a trailblazing patent and sets the standard for clinical organics. “We’re excited that traditional department stores such as Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus and Holt Renfrew are adding our products to their beauty departments,” says Behnke, who attributes Juice Beauty’s tremendous growth in recent years to a surge of interest in chemical-free, luxury alternatives. 12

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Natural Replaces Toxic A recent Green Beauty Barometer online survey revealed that more than half of women want their skincare products to be all-natural, a result likely driven by the scientific information age (see KariGran. com/pages/greenbeauty for details). Reputable scientific studies revealing parabens in breast cancer biopsies have demonstrated that everything applied to the skin also enters the bloodstream, hence the effectiveness of dermal nicotine and birth control patches. Thus, it can be alarming to realize that the average woman will unknowingly consume seven pounds of lipstick containing petroleumbased emollients, synthetic preservatives and artificial dyes during a lifetime, undoubtedly another reason consumers are switching to natural options. Katey Denno, a Los Angeles makeup artist to the stars, noticed cosmetic red flags early in her career. “The first time I turned over a palette that most makeup

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Celebrities Go Natural Nina Dobrev Senator Dianne Feinstein Kate Hudson Miranda Kerr Metallica: Kirk Hammett, James Hetfield, Robert Trujillo, Lars Ulrich Gwyneth Paltrow Alicia Silverstone Christine Taylor Shailene Woodley

Find a guide to toxic personal care products at Tinyurl.com/ CosmeticIngredientsGuide. ~Vibrant Wellness Journal light on clean products comes from the growing acknowledgement that we can and must do all we can to lower our overall toxic load.”

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materials, but until recently, there was a mass blackout of this precious lineage. When I started, there was barely anything available, and only through a handful of aromatherapy companies,” she explains. Now, Wilson bases her products on botanical infusions from plants she’s grown or collected, including wild beach roses, clover and spring poplar buds. It only takes a whiff to dispel the myth that natural perfumes lack sophistication or tenacity. “Naturals have a breadth of possibilities—opulent white flo-

rals, fresh and clean, or dirty and smoky,” expounds Wilson. Eco-beauty is emerging from conscious lifestyle choices and creating the next era of cosmetics. “It’s fun to be called a pioneer in organic beauty,” muses Behnke. “Our products, employees and happy customers comprise an encouraging accomplishment.” Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, author and multimedia artist. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

Women are fueling the natural beauty movement, yet more men than ever are also seeking healthy alternatives. Grooming products with unisex packaging and fragrances are among top sellers. Informed teen and 20-something buyers are inclined to choose people- and eco-friendly brands that are also cruelty-free. A wide selection of aluminum-free, natural, personal care products including underarm deodorants are showing up in supermarkets. Women are ditching toxic hair dyes and going silver to avoid thinning hair and allergies, and unwittingly, creating a new fashion statement. Plus, there’s growing interest in DIY cosmetics using everyday good-for-you ingredients found in the kitchen. Artisan perfumes are gaining popularity among women that want the mystery and allure of fragrance without the side effects of manmade, chemical-based brands. “Some new customers are frustrated by commercial products giving them headaches, while others say that they just don’t like perfume, when what they actually don’t like is synthetic fragrance chemicals,” says Ananda Wilson, a botanical perfumer and owner of Gather Perfume, in South Hadley, Massachusetts. “It’s inspiring when they smell real plant scents and see how their world lights up! The molecules in natural perfumes are active and interact with personal chemistry, so they unfold differently on each wearer, creating a unique signature and experience.” Wilson ventured into botanical blends when both awareness and supplies of appropriate ingredients were scarce. “Perfume history is largely rooted in natural June 2018

Wear Your Wellness Well

by Shelly Laine

ou have a flair for fashion and like to stay up to date on all the latest trends. You put down money at the makeup counter for top-of-the-line beauty and skin care products. From your trendy hairdo down to your pedicured toes, you are, in a word, chic. However, how are you wearing your health these days? More importantly, how is it wearing you? Looking good certainly makes you feel good, but feeling good can make you look even better, since your outer appearance often betrays signs of what’s going on inside your body. If you don’t have enough water your skin can become dry and perhaps prone to breakouts. Not enough sleep and you’ll be carrying around those pesky under-eye bags. Not enough sunscreen and the crow’s feet might start to creep up. So, while you continue to focus on being the best you that you can present to the world, it’s important to go a little deeper to ensure you are truly loving the skin you’re in. Routine preventative screenings, such as those offered by the professional team at Beacon Thermography, Inc., can give you a “digital map” of your body that may help you and your medical providers pinpoint any issues or track any changes. Beacon uses digital infrared thermal imaging, a non-invasive

process that identifies changes in the body during a period of time. For women concerned with breast health maintenance, for example, thermography can begin detecting vascular changes at the one-year mark. That’s significant when you consider how rapidly breast cancer cells grow and spread. Within a year, two of such cells can become 16. By the fourth year, those 16 cells can become more than 65,000. Since thermography captures heat patterns, rather than structures, in the body, even the slightest variation of 16 abnormal cells can be detected. My sisters and fellow clinical thermographers Cecilia LaineMeinhold and Tanis Clark and me with Beacon use an infrared camera to capture the images which are then reviewed by medical doctors, that are also board-certified thermologists. Taking into account a patient’s symptoms, health history and thermography results, the reviewing physician will report results and make recommendations, which, in the case of abnormal results, often include scheduling a mammogram, ultrasound, X-ray or blood work. In addition to breast health screenings, thermography—U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved as an adjunct to anatomical testing for more than three decades—can be used to detect a variety of injuries, conditions and illnesses. You can even opt for a full-body screening in your efforts to monitor and maintain your health. That may well be the most essential benefit to thermography—“true prevention,” as New York Times-bestselling author Dr. Christine Northrup calls it, and “the only true early detection…” as Dr. Ben Johnson states in his books and on the Truth About Cancer series. Since it is safe and pain-free, requiring no radiation, compression or physical contact of any kind, thermography is the perfect accessory for regularly assessing your wellness. Also, nothing looks as good as a little peace of mind. Shelly Laine and her team at Beacon provide clients with wellbeing through thermography at Elite Chiropractic, in the Landfall Shopping Center, 1319 Military Cutoff Rd., Unit LL, and at McKay Healing Arts Center, 4916 Wrightsville Ave., Wilmington. For more information, call 910-803-2150 or visit BeaconThermography.com. See ad, page 25.

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Good for People and the Planet by John D. Ivanko and Lisa Kivirist

any people define a livable city as one that is easy to get around in by foot, bike or public transportation. Many also prioritize ready access to fresh, local, organic food via farmers’ markets and community gardens. Others champion affordable housing and cost of living factors, safe neighborhoods with a diversity of people, careful stewardship of clean air and water, and plentiful amenities, including considerable open space and natural settings. Many work to preserve and enhance a sense of place suited to the locale. Partners for Livable Communities, a national nonprofit in Washington, D.C., that renews and restores communities, maintains, “Livability is the sum of the factors that add up to a community’s quality of life, including the built and natural environments, economic prosperity, social stability and equity, educational opportunity and cultural, entertainment and recreation possibilities.” The American Association of Retired Persons considers livable communities as age-friendly for young and old alike. 16

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Along with economic opportunities, a leading stimulus in moving to urban centers is, “More people are looking for a sociable environment where they can walk out of their door to the shops or transit and be among others they recognize who also recognize them,” observes Suzanne Lennard, director of the International Making Cities Livable Conferences, LLC, in Portland, Oregon. “People who have traveled abroad, especially to Europe, and tasted the quality of life possible in a truly livable, walkable, beautiful and sociable city, often want to find such a place to live themselves.” Following are a few examples of America’s many livable cities. More are transitioning and evolving as city planners, government officials, businesses and nonprofit community organizations strive to make their hometowns both people- and planet-friendly, often through public and private partnerships.

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In Pittsburgh, revitalization is transforming 10,000 parcels of vacant or abandoned land—some where steel mills formerly

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operated—into greenspace, bike lanes and other enticing and productive public areas. “Biking and our food scene have exploded,” says Chris Sandvig, director of policy with the Pittsburgh Community Reinvestment Group, which advocates for equitable urban revitalization through their Vacant Property Working Group, helping communities access blighted areas for pennies on the dollar. “We’re now one of the top 10 bicycling commuter cities in the country. People also come here as food tourists due to vibrant local agricultural activity.” “A related ideal is to create compact, human-scale, mixed-use urban centers in the suburbs that are less expensive to construct— and thus remain more affordable—while placing shops, schools, parks, services, workplaces and public transit within walking and biking distance,” Lennard notes. “This ensures a healthy, affordable and high quality of life for all; suburban, as well as urban.” Fast-growing Carmel, Indiana, just north of Indianapolis, is following suit. “After years of watching the suburbs sprawl into subdivisions with large lawns, privacy fences and cul-de-sacs, we created a vibrant central core with apartments, townhomes, condos and new options for smaller homes—all within walking distance or a short bike ride to new places to work, shop and dine,” explains Mayor James Brainard. The design efforts serve people instead of cars. “Carmel has spent the last 20-plus years building more than 900 miles of trails and multi-use pathways, enabling residents to commute by bicycle to work and enjoy easy access to a growing number of parks and recreational areas,” says Brainard. To facilitate traffic flow, some 100 roundabouts replaced stoplights and four-way stops. “Reducing traffic congestion has improved our air quality, and saved gasoline and lives.” A new, mixed-use downtown Arts and Design District includes a Center for the Performing Arts with a Center Green that hosts a farmers’ market in summer and an outdoor Christkindlmarkt and outdoor skating rink in winter. “The old way of doing things in which cities and towns sat back and let the market dictate how a community should be grown must come to an end,” remarks Brainard, advocating the benefits of local governance.

Smart City Advantages

Key elements of smart cities—sensors, cameras, data analytics and powerful networks that capture and relay vital information— help them become more energy-efficient or quicker to respond to environmental and residential issues. Such products highlighted the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show, in Las Vegas. Reducing traffic can also contribute to safer highways and shorter commutes with decreased greenhouse gas emissions. “Citizens are using apps to monitor issues and alert city managers, improving the livability of their communities,” explains Steve Koenig, senior director of market research with the Consumer Technology Association. In Boston, the app BOS:311 allows residents to instantaneously notify government departments of pollution concerns, like blocked drains and other environmental or community needs, feeding the information directly into the city’s work order system via their mobile phone. This real-time collaboration results in a cleaner, safer and healthier city. The Envision Charlotte project encompasses interactive kiosks in 64 businesses and government buildings citywide, gathering energy usage data for office buildings to increase energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. So far, energy consumption has dropped 19 percent, saving companies about $26 million. The program has strengthened economic competitiveness and environmental sustainability.

Nature in the City

Some cities have focused on the natural environment for improving local livability while mitigating contributions to climate change. Forested open spaces, wetlands and protected watersheds improve air quality, protect drinking water and buffer intense storms. Such areas also connect more people with nature and engage them in communal and healthy outdoor recreation. Portland, Oregon, boasts more than 10,000 acres of parks, plus an innovative Biketown sharing program that has facilitated 160,000 bike trips since its launch in 2016. The city’s Bike Bill requires all new streets to accommodate bicyclists and pedestrians by design. Portland also embraces urban gardens and allows residents to raise chickens, bees, goats or rabbits in their backyards.

No one wants to live where pollution runs unchecked or water is unsafe to drink. Philadelphia’s Green City, Clean Waters program works to keep stormwater out of sewers and reduce rainwater runoff through decentralized soil-based and plant-based systems, including pervious pavement, green roofs and rain gardens. Begun in 2011, its goal is to reduce rainwater runoff by 85 percent by 2036. Rainwater has become a valuable community resource. The program is just one of many ways that the City of Brotherly Love is transforming itself into one of the greenest in the United States. Overseen by the city’s Office of Sustainability, Greenworks Philadelphia devises long-term sustainability strategies that encompass eight facets, including clean and efficient energy, carbon-neutrality and zero waste. Preparations are already underway to cope with a hotter, wetter future.

Preserving a Sense of Place

Making communities livable goes beyond infrastructure. Actions usually involve preserving, protecting and enhancing what appeals to residents. Santa Fe, New Mexico, is one example of many where livability priorities are guided by the values of its residents and its sense of place. “From our historic public square and marketplaces to outdoor cafes, farmers’ markets and community festivals; from human-scale architecture and balanced transportation to pedestrian and bicycle networks, this place represents shared values,” says Mayor Javier M. Gonzales. “Santa Fe is also full of public art. The city is designed to be safe, creative and inspiring for young and old, families of all kinds and everyone else that comes to see us.”

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Ultimately, making cities move livable for children can make them highly livable for all. “Children need the same things from a city that we all need, but their needs are greater than ours,” says Lennard. “The environment a child grows up in shapes their health and their mental and social development for the rest of their lives. Our modern, unwalkable suburban environments are contributing to childhood obesity, which has been widely linked to

chronic diseases that in the past were only associated with old age.” She notes, “Children need the exercise of walking or biking to school. They need safe streets so they can become independent and explore their neighborhoods; sidewalks and other outdoor areas where they can play, meet friends and interact with adults in the community; easy access to nature; beauty in their environment; and intriguing architecture, works of art and other places to stimulate their affection and imagination. As they become teenagers, they need access by foot or bike to a wide variety of resources to broaden their horizons. Don’t we all need these things?” John D. Ivanko and Lisa Kivirist, co-authors of ECOpreneuring, operate the Inn Serendipity, wholly powered by renewable energy, in Browntown, WI.

LIVABLE COMMUNITIES TOOLBOX International Making Cities Livable hosts conferences in the U.S. and Europe. LivableCities.org Consumer Technology Association’s Smart Cities, an overview of the latest technology in making cities more smart and livable. Tinyurl.com/SmartCitiesTechnology AARP Livable Communities fact sheets, helpful for communities looking to become more livable. Tinyurl.com/LivableCommunityFacts AARP Livability Index, a livability rating of U.S. localities according to housing, neighborhood, transportation, environment, health, engagement and opportunity. LivabilityIndex.aarp.org Toward Sustainable Communities: Solutions for Citizens and Their Governments, by Mark Roseland. The fourth edition offers a comprehensive guidebook for creating vibrant, healthy, equitable and economically viable places. June 2018

How Livable Are Our Local Communities? Local Livability Index Scores

he AARP Public Policy Institute developed the Livability Index as a web-based tool to measure community livability. Users can search the Index by address, ZIP Code or community to find an overall livability score, as well as a score for each of seven major categories. Scores range from 0 to 100. Users can also customize the Index to place higher or lower emphasis on the livability features of most importance to them. The website provides resources to help consumers and policymakers use livability scores to effect change in their communities. It is the first tool of its kind to measure livability broadly at the neighborhood level for the entire country, and it is intended to inform and encourage people to take action to make their communities more livable.

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We Need Clean Waters Streams and Rivers Are Life Links

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reeks, streams and rivers flow into ponds, lakes and oceans, carrying pollution. Keeping large bodies of water clean starts with local waterways. As awareness of this need rises, some rivers in Africa, India, New Zealand and elsewhere are being protected and recognized as living entities, with rights, values and the legal status of people. While court cases brought by commercial interests are challenging such decisions, progress continues on many fronts.

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“The Fox River’s been our treasure since Native Americans paddled there,” says Barbara Smits, part-owner of Old Northwest Frontier Tours, provider of self-guided auto, bicycle and walking tours via eBook, in De Pere, Wisconsin. “To see people sail, boat, ice fish or sightsee here again is a joy.” The Fox River Cleanup Project, a multi-year effort covering 13 miles that began in 2009, reduces the health and environmental risks from polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) in the sediment. Lake Winnebago, source of the lower Fox River, is currently stewarded under the 2000 Lake Sturgeon Management Plan. Recent meetings have sought citizen input for updates in managing sturgeon stock. In Athens County, Ohio, Michelle Shively, in Trimble, is Sunday Creek’s watershed coordinator. “Every minute, 850 to 1,000 gallons of polluted water from

an underground mine pool flows into the creek, turning the water orange from iron waste. Once the iron is removed, you need to do something with it,” she says. Guy Riefler, Ph.D., an associate professor of civil engineering, and John Sabraw, professor of art and chair of a painting and drawing program, both with Ohio University, in Athens, found a way to wash, dry and pulverize recovered iron. It will be sold to Gamblin Artists Colors to make oil paints for artists in mustardy ochre, rusty red and violet tones. Not yet widely available, 500 sample tubes of Reclaimed Earth Violet were featured at an initial fundraiser. “Cleaning water is expensive, but now we’ve turned the problem into a method to fund more work,” says Shively. Throughout history, river dams have been built to provide power or irrigation, prevent flooding and provide municipal water needs. Of approximately 80,000 three-foottall or higher U.S. dams, only about 2,500 produce hydropower. Removal of old dams no longer serving their original function can restore entire watershed ecosystems, provide habitat for fish and wildlife, add jobs, improve water quality, reinstate natural sediment and nutrient flow, and save taxpayer dollars. Built in 1929 and abandoned after World War II, demolition of an Eklutna River dam, in Alaska, began in 2016. Curtis McQueen, an Eklutna tribal leader and CEO of Eklutna Inc., which now owns the dam, reported that 300,000 cubic yards of

sediment had amassed there, along with junked cars, TVs and other trash. The tribe is the first in the nation to be involved in such a massive project, intended to restore its historic salmon population. In 2017, dams were removed in Alaska, California, Connecticut, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Vermont, Washington and Wisconsin. A map at Tinyurl.com/DamRemovals shows dams taken down since 1916. “The good news is that in meetings like the St. Louis River Summit, in Superior, Wisconsin, in March, clean water wasn’t viewed only in a strictly scientific sense, but added the human factor to produce more diverse solutions,” says Wallace J. Nichols, Ph.D., the Monterey Bay, California, author of Blue Mind: The Surprising Science That Shows How Being Near, In, On, or Under Water Can Make You Happier, Healthier, More Connected, and Better at What You Do. “The bad news is that most projects are funded, directly or indirectly, by the federal government. Cuts add challenges and stress to looking for solutions.” Cities like Pittsburgh, Superior and Duluth are among many that are protecting, restoring and rejuvenating riverfronts with increased public access, thus rekindling residents’ love for and recognition of the mental and physical benefits provided by their waterways. “We’re in a period of big ideas,” says Nichols. Two can be easily implemented. First, he explains, don’t build right on the water; instead, sit in the “second row”. Second, gain perspective by experiencing changes in waterways. “One way to do this is to spend an hour a day, or even an hour a week, in, on or near the water. Take someone new with you each time,” suggests Nichols. “You’ll see how best to value, promote and defend our right to clean water.” Then teach the kids. Connect with the freelance writer via AveryMack@mindspring.com. June 2018

EAT RIGHT TO SLEEP WELL 10 Foods Help Us Relax and Rest

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etting enough sleep—or not—has a trickle-down effect. A study in the Journal of Obesity shows that good quality shut-eye helps us reduce stress, lose weight and function better. Research also shows that most Americans would be healthier, happier and safer going about their daily activities if they slept 60 to 90 more minutes each night, according to the American Psychological Association. A consistent sleep routine helps enable a good night’s rest, with activities like going to bed at the same time whenever possible; shutting down the Internet, email and text messaging at least an hour before bedtime; and limiting intake of caffeine and alcohol. Another best practice is eating foods that help us relax, fall and stay asleep. Four primary sleep-promoting vitamins and minerals naturally found in foods are tryptophan, magnesium, calcium and vitamin B6. Some of these help the body produce melatonin, the hormone responsible for regulating the body’s sleep/wake patterns called circadian rhythms. Others enhance serotonin, which carries nerve signals and relays messages in the brain related to mood and sleep.

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Some foods are naturally packed with these essential vitamins and minerals, and eating certain foods at certain times can help us tip the scale towards a successful night of restful sleep.

Kiwi. Full of vitamins C and E, serotonin and folate, kiwi can help us sleep longer. In a study at Taipei Medical University, in Taiwan, researchers had participants eat two kiwifruits one hour before bedtime for four weeks. Total sleep time improved by 13.4 percent.

Soy. In a Japanese study published in the Nutrition Journal, researchers surveyed 1,076 participants between 20 and 78 on how often they ate soy products, which are rich in sleep-enhancing isoflavones. Those that ate the most soy foods enjoyed deeper, more sustained sleep. Researchers concluded that soy’s isoflavones help regulate the sleep/wake cycle.

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Tart cherry juice. A study by the University of Rochester, in New York, found that older adults drinking two, eight-ounce servings of tart red cherry juice daily, one in the morning and one at night for two weeks, enjoyed moderate sleep improvement, comparable to taking the herb valerian and melatonin.

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Fish. Salmon, halibut, mackerel and tuna help boost the production of vitamin B6, which helps make melatonin. A recent study from the University of Pennsylvania published in Scientific Reports found that eating more fish led both to better sleep and improved cognitive function in children.

Fiber-rich foods. Choices such as chia seeds, nuts and whole grains help promote restorative “slow-wave” sleep, according to the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine.

Calcium-fortified yogurt. According to Dr. William Sears, a pediatrician in Pasadena, California, and author of The Baby Sleep Book: The Complete Guide to a Good Night’s Rest for the Whole Family, “Calcium helps the brain use the amino acid tryptophan to manufacture the sleep-inducing substance melatonin. This explains why dairy products, which contain both tryptophan and calcium, are some of the top sleep-inducing foods.”

Bananas. Rich in potassium, magnesium, tryptophan and vitamin B6, which are used to make melatonin, bananas help promote good sleep. A study in the Journal of Pineal

Research found that men that ate two bananas at a time for a week had a rise in melatonin that reached a peak two hours later; pineapple juice and orange juice also raised those levels.

Walnuts. Eating a handful of walnuts an hour before bedtime provides fibersupporting, restorative, slow-wave sleep, concluded a study in the journal Nutrition. Plus, walnuts are a good source of tryptophan, which helps make serotonin and melatonin; University of Texas researchers also found that walnuts contain their own source of melatonin.

Dark leafy greens. Kale, spinach and collard greens are among the magnesiumrich greens that can help us de-stress and go to sleep, says Dr. Raj Dasgupta, a professor of pulmonary and sleep medicine at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles.

Almonds and dates. Nerina Ramlakhan, Ph.D., a London sleep therapist and author of Fast Asleep but Wide Wake: Discover the Secrets of Restorative Sleep and Vibrant Energy, counsels her clients to start at breakfast by eating eight almonds and two dates. These two fiber-rich foods are able to slowly help produce melatonin for later in the day. Judith Fertig writes cookbooks and foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

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Kids Love These Homemade Drinks

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t day camp or the pool, on the playing field or in the backyard, kids can get really thirsty, especially as temperatures climb. Although filtered water is always a good choice, sugary, carbonated, artificially colored and flavored beverages can be tempting. Having homemade options ready can entice kids to stay hydrated in a healthy way.

Clued-in Professionals “As a sports nutritionist and mother of active kids, I know there’s a lot of misin-

formation out there, and I get all kinds of questions from parents about what drinks are best for kids,” says Jackie Berning, Ph.D., a registered dietitian, sports nutrition consultant and professor of health science at the University of Colorado, in Colorado Springs. “Parents need to know that all beverages are not created equal when it comes to hydrating them. The best [healthful] beverages taste good when your child is active, so encourage their drinking more of them,” she says.

Michele Olivier, the mother of daughters Elliette and Parker, views herself as both a lover of food and a control freak. The Denver, Colorado, recipe blogger started off making food for her baby and toddler. As her kids grew and their nutritional needs changed, she created new recipes, including healthy sports drinks that both balance electrolytes and hydrate. While Elliette loves water and has no trouble staying hydrated, Parker loves juice, so Mom had to “make something that looks like juice, but is healthy,” says Olivier. Four main ingredients are a little frozen fruit left over from breakfast smoothies, a bit of honey for sweetening, a dash of Himalayan sea salt and water, or herbal tea or coconut water. She might also add fresh mint, ginger or other natural flavorings (BabyFoode.com). Heather Dessinger, a mom of three and blogger of recipes and natural mothering tips from Santa Fe, Tennessee, makes a drink based on coconut water with lime juice, raw honey and sea salt for older kids that play soccer or other warm-weather sports. Dessinger describes herself as a researcher and healthy living DIY fan (Mommypotamus.com). With homemade drinks, we know exactly what is—and what isn’t—in them. They can be made in batches and kept in the refrigerator. Dessinger relates, “I’ve found that when I make a batch with honey, which is naturally antimicrobial, and store it in the coldest part of the fridge, my homemade sports drink lasts for at least a week.” Judith Fertig writes cookbooks plus foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

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According to the National Alliance for Youth Sports, the recommended beverage contents for active kids during sports and other activities should contain at least 100 milligrams (mg) of sodium and at least 28 mg of potassium per eight ounces. It should be noncarbonated. We asked two moms keen on nutrition how they include these elements in drinks that kids will like.

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Blackberry + Lemon + Mint Electrolyte Drink Yields: 4 cups 4 blackberries, fresh or frozen ½ lemon, juiced 1 mint leaf 1 Tbsp honey ⅛ tsp Himalayan pink salt 4 cups water, herbal iced tea or coconut water Place all ingredients in a blender and set on high for 45 to 60 seconds or until fruit is completely puréed. Add ice to a water bottle and pour electrolyte water on top to serve. Popsicle Option: Follow the same instructions, but add an additional tablespoon of honey, and then pour the electrolyte drink into popsicle molds and freeze overnight. Courtesy of Michele Olivier, Tinyurl.com/4SportsDrinks4Kids.

Coconut & Lime Sports Drink Yields: about 4½ cups of bolder taste for older kids 3 cups coconut water 1 cup water or more, based on preference in strength of flavor) ½ cup freshly squeezed lime juice (lemon is also delicious) ¼ tsp Celtic sea salt or other unrefined sea salt with trace minerals 2 Tbsp raw honey or maple syrup (or more to taste) Few drops of ConcenTrace trace mineral drops (optional) Mix all ingredients together and store in a sealed glass container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Adapted from a recipe courtesy of Heather Dessinger, Tinyurl.com/MoreSports Drinks4Kids.

Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) and non-bromated ingredients whenever possible.

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RUNNING WITH THE KIDS Strengthens Body, Mind and Family Spirit

by Marlaina Donato

ombining regular exercise with quality family time can be an enjoyable and fun way to realize a healthier lifestyle. Running together in fresh air, preferably in natural settings, allows children as young as 5 to safely join in.

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Families and coaches agree that running benefits both body and psyche. “Running as a family is an incredibly bonding experience, putting aside some of the usual conflicts and perceived hierarchies and just coming together,” says William Pullen, a London, England, psychotherapist and author of Running with Mindfulness: Dynamic Running Therapy (DRT) to Improve Low-mood, Anxiety, Stress, and Depression. “Running also gives us a place where we can develop skills like building confidence and competency.” Marc Bloom, of Princeton, New Jersey, author of Young Runners: The Complete Guide to Healthy Running for Kids From 5 to 18 and The Runner’s Bible, concurs, stating, “Running as a family can give parents the opportunity to be good role models by instilling values of health, fitness and togetherness.” Experts emphasize the fun factor. Pullen encourages both parents and kids to get out of their heads and into their bodies. “Concentrating on breath, posture, sensation and location all help make running mindful,” he suggests. 24

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For beginners, experts recommend approaching running as a desirable pastime and adopting a slow, easy pace. “Always make running fun, not a chore,” encourages Bloom. “Frame it as being outside, playing and sharing with friends and family. Make a game of it as much as possible.” Whether a family chooses to run in the park or in a community race, experts stress the importance of not setting goals. “Make it pleasurable. Don’t worry about time and distance. Start with short distances, maybe a block or two for novice runners or very young children,” advises running coach Jeremy Sanders, from Winchester, Virginia. “Be patient. Some days, the kids will get cramps. They may whine or get moody. Other days, they will be happy and content. Don’t let one bad run ruin the opportunity to try again another time.” Running coaches and seasoned runners agree that it is wise to tailor runs according to age and fitness levels. “Kids can begin at school age, 5 or 6; but start them with a few minutes and then add more, up to 15 minutes to a half an hour or so a few days a week. Always mix in sprints for short attention spans. Keep it simple. No fancy running shoes are needed when starting, just regular sneakers,” advises Bloom. “For teens, 30 to 45 minutes at a time a few times a week is fine, provided that they have bona fide running shoes.”

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Finding inspiration as a family can include running for worthy causes; most communities host charity runs. “This can become a focal point for getting in shape, raising money and running for the greater good, not just yourself,” says Bloom. Mindful running presents regular opportunities to explore new places, focus on details that often go unnoticed and make exercise an active meditation for all involved. “Show kids how to notice what is going on around them when they run,” suggests Pullen. “You can read up and educate yourselves on trees, geology or the change of seasons so they feel a powerful sense of connection and freedom.” Whether running as a family is motivated by a desire to stay fit, get someplace or simply share more quality time, being in the present moment is most important. “Life is not about striving all the time,” exhorts Pullen. “Take the kids out. Keep it fun and make it into an adventure.” Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer, author and multimedia artist. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

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“The important thing is to show up. It’s about participation, not breaking personal bests,” Pullen continues. Kids can play a game while running, such as silently counting steps, trees or other runners.” Mindfulness can also include sharing how it feels to run and meeting challenges along the way. Bloom suggests tuning in to nature. “Being in beautiful surroundings or watching for animals can promote mindfulness,” he says. “It can be spiritual.”

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Breathing While Running William Pullen: “Mindful breathing is simply making the observation of one’s breath being the priority over thoughts. Each time the mind interrupts, gently return to the breath. Learning how to do that gently is what it’s all about—it means letting go of forcing, wishing and striving—and just gently doing.” Marc Bloom: “I’m not a fan of instructing young kids how to breathe while running because thinking about a must-do task can spoil the fun, and also seem like homework. Runners breathe naturally through their mouths, with an occasional deep breath through the nose. You can get technical with this, but not for kids. Be aware if breathing gets labored. If kids feel out of breath they’re probably running too fast. Kids love to start off fast, often too fast. Also, normal breathing might feel ‘out of breath’ and wrong to them because they’re not accustomed to it. Explain this to newbies beforehand by telling them what to expect.” Jeremy Sanders: “Everyone is different. Your breathing changes with effort and the more you run, the more you learn what works for you. You can experiment by breathing through only your nose or only your mouth, or in combination, in through the nose and out through the mouth. You can also alter the number of steps between each breath to get a comfortable rhythm going.”

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“First, look for pet-friendly landlords. Space to play, socialize and exercise animals is next on my list, followed by breweries and restaurants that allow dogs on their patios,” says Alexandra Bassett, a professional dog trainer and owner of Dog Savvy Los Angeles. “I hike off-leash in Runyon Canyon and we visit the Pawbar at Pussy & Pooch, a pet lifestyle boutique, to mingle and sample treats. Food is the fastest way to make a dog comfortable in just about any setting.” Irvine and Carlsbad, California, and Portland, Maine, are among the first cities to ban use of toxic pesticides in public areas and homes, following pressure from local groups. Being closer to the ground and smaller in size, pets suffer adverse reactions faster than humans. Contact local environmental groups to help ban harmful insecticides and herbicides in public areas. In Pasco County, Florida, Epperson Community homes exemplify eco- and pet-friendly planning, with open spaces and solar power-lit trails for jogging and walking. Birdhouses throughout the property welcome wild feathered friends. A centerpiece lagoon enhances scenic walks and uses less water and energy than a traditional pool or golf course. Separate paths allocated for bikes and driverless cars keep dog walkers safe.

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Colony Cove, in Find amenable lodging friendly pups can ride Ellenton, Florida, is along in a horse-drawn PetsWelcome.com. at a 55-plus retirement carriage from Doublecommunity that altree Carriage Comlows multiple pets, including some breeds pany, in Spring Valley. Dogs are welcome to banned elsewhere. It maintains a large dog watch or snooze through film showings at park, and at summer’s end, dogs are welthe Long Drive-In, in Long Prairie. come to take a dip in the pool. Further, the Birgit and Jim Walker, authors of Keep association offers mobile groomers, photos Your Paws on the Road: A Practical Guide to with Santa and costume contests. Traveling with Dogs, travel by RV in sum All species are welcome at Rose Villa mer with their three dogs to favorite stops Senior Living, in Portland, Oregon, where like Tombstone, Arizona. “Some tourist residents’ request for an off-leash dog areas don’t welcome dogs, but in Tombstone, park play area was granted. One resident dogs can go for stagecoach rides and down owns two dogs, two cats and an African into a mine with you,” she says. gray parrot. Kim Salerno, president and founder The largest-ever Canadian residential of TripsWithPets.com, in Wake Forest, project to earn Leadership in Energy and North Carolina, recommends Kimpton or Aloft hotels. “Kimpton accepts any pet, any Environmental Design platinum certificasize, weight, breed or species. Amenities tion, Calgary’s University District, embraces include a bed, treats, a water bowl and toys ecological conservation, habitat restoration with no additional pet fee,” she says. and long-term conservation management Salerno continues, “In Asheville, dogs principles. Designed for residents to age are allowed on the grounds of the Biltmore in place with their families, recreational Estate. The Ernest Hemingway House, in fitness amenities include on- and off-leash dog parks, a pet-friendly activity space and Key West, Florida, allows small, cat-friendly paths leading to parks. dogs. Boutiques, feed stores, wineries and art galleries may say yes to pets. Ask first Favorite Activities and make sure your pet is well-behaved.” Sara Nick, chief content officer at Side Whether at home or traveling, families walk Dog Media, in Minneapolis, suggests can enjoy many opportunities to share new experiencing unique adventures. Dog padexperiences with pets. Just be sure they dling takes on new meaning via stand-up mind their manners to have a good time. paddleboarding with a pooch at Minnesota’s Split Rock Lighthouse and Tettegouche Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy state parks. Whatever the weather, equineat StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.

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ogs eat grass, roll in it and walk on it. Pesticides on feet and fur walk into the house. One of the top three pesticides sold in the U.S., known as 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid, or 2,4-D, is used for golf courses, landscaping and public areas. Popular products containing 2,4-D include: n Bayer Advanced All-in-One Lawn Weed and Crabgrass Killer n Ortho Weed-B-Gon Max n Scotts Liquid Turf Builder n Scotts Snap Pac Weed & Feed n Sta-Green Phosphorus-Free Weed & Feed Source: HealthyPets.Mercola.com

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San Francisco—dog parks, walkability and friendly restaurants Albuquerque—only 28 rainy days a year, plus affordable housing Tucson—50 welcoming restaurants and sunny weather San Diego—200 restaurants, plus a dogs-welcome beach Denver—posted solid scores in all categories Las Vegas—dog parks favored by dry, sunny weather New York City—high on walkability, especially in good weather Sacramento—affordable housing and lots of green space Phoenix—friendly restaurants and shops, plus sunny days Chicago—great walking; bundle up against lake breezes Top 10 list by SmartAsset.com. Find a different, 100 best list at Wallethub.com/edu/most-pet-friendly-cities/5562. June 2018

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Father’s Day Wilmington Cruise – Noon. Treat dad this Father’s Day to a fun time with a 90-minute Cape Fear River cruise. Cost: $30/adult; $18/ages 4-12; free/under 4. Wilmington Water Tours, 212 S. Water St, Wilmington. Call to register 910-338-3134.

SATURDAY, JUNE 2 Heal Your Life – 10am-4pm. Powerful lifechanging workshop based on the philosophy of Louise Hay. Presented by HYL certified leaders Connie Worth, Terri Mann and Tonya Whaley. Cost: $75. Unity of Wilmington, 430 Orchard Ave, Wilmington. For more information and to register call 910-763-5155.

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SUNDAY, JUNE 3 Usui Level 1 Reiki Attunement – 1-5:30pm. With Jay and Lesa Stempin. Begin your healer journey by exploring the energy practice of reiki. Cost: $150. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. Pre-registration fee required. Call 262-496-2593.

TUESDAY, JUNE 5 Reiki Inspired Chair Yoga for Back Pain – 6-7pm. Explore how gentle chair yoga and reiki healing energy can help release back pain. Engage your innate healing abilities through gentle stretching, visualization of health and self-reiki to promote restoration of peace within your body. Pain is a signal that energy is out of balance. Cost: $15. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. Call/text 262-496-2593. Meditation – 7-8pm. Join for a time of deep relaxation, de-stress, and find your center as we mediate together. Cost: love offering. Our Place, 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Register: OurPlaceILM.com/calendar. 910-833-8916.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6 Get Your Beach Body with Group Hypnosis – 7-9pm. With Linda Thunberg, MHt. Start your summer by using you mind effortlessly to help your body get the results you want through hypnosis. Cost: $38. Transpersonal Power at Our Place, 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Register: OurPlaceILM.com/calendar. 910-833-8916.

THURSDAY, JUNE 7 Pros & Cons of Juicing – 6:45-8pm. Free. Learn why you should be wary of juice cleanses, discover which foods help flood your body with nutrients to support your natural detoxification process and learn when fruits and vegetables can actually harm your body. Registration required. Innate Health Family Chiropractic and Wellness, 14886 U.S. Highway 17 N, Hampstead. 910-406-1200.

FRIDAY, JUNE 8 World Oceans Day – 10am-4pm. Help celebrate a healthy ocean on World Oceans Day. Listen as aquarium staff and marine wildlife experts explain how you can help protect our oceans. Throughout the day, guests can play and learn at education stations, explore with a scavenger hunt, craft sea creatures, have their faces painted and more. Free with regular Aquarium admission. NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher, 900 Loggerhead Rd, Kure Beach. 910-772-0500. Summer Open House – 6-10pm. Free. Join Our Place practitioners for a fun night of healing and exploration. Get to know us and find out what we have to offer that’s new, fun and healing. Explore what we can offer for your highest and best. Snacks, free drawings, mini-sessions and drum circle. Our

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SATURDAY, JUNE 9 Our Place Women’s Group – 10am-noon. Join a circle of divine women, sharing, listening, and cocreating in the world on our individualized journey. Open group, all women welcome. Cost: $10. Our Place, 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Register: OurPlaceILM.com/calendar. 910-833-8916. Medical Qigong Healing Clinic – 11am. With David Coon, MQM. Join and relax, heal, and save money. Cost $75/hour. McKay Healing Arts Studio, 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Advance sign-up required by calling 910-791-1981 or at McKayAcupuncture.com.

TUESDAY, JUNE 12 Introduction to Healing Resonance – 7-8pm. With Peter Yoli. Learn about this unique massage therapy modality that incorporates fundamentals of massage plus sound and light. Free. Our Place, 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Register: OurPlaceILM.com/calendar. 910-833-8916.

THURSDAY, JUNE 14 Medical Qigong Healing Clinic – 2pm. With David Coon, MQM. Join and relax, heal, and save money. Cost $75/hour. McKay Healing Arts Studio, 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Advance sign-up required by calling 910-791-1981 or at McKayAcupuncture.com. Spirit Animal Discovery – 6-8:30pm. With Kimberley “Fox” Coffman. Learn your Soul Spirit Animal and how this valuable information can help you in all areas of your life. Cost $35. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. 910-685-2795.

FRIDAY, JUNE 15 Living Art Movie Series – 7-9pm. Movie: The Gods Must be Crazy. 1980 comedy. View an enjoyable and entertaining movie, then have an enlivening discussion afterwards. Cost: love offering. Our Place, 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Register: OurPlaceILM.com/calendar. 910-833-8916.

SATURDAY, JUNE 16 Paddle Keg Island – 7:30am-3pm. This will be an out and back paddle so there will be no shuttle. We will be departing from River Road Park. Meet at the CFRW Office at 7:30, if you would like to meet us at River Road Park, please be there by 8:15. Rentals available. Cost/call for details. Jen 910-762-5606.

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Community Dinner – 6:45-8pm. Free. With Dr. Ada Aniniba of Innate Health Family Chiropractic & Wellness. Join us at Community Dinner, where we’ll help you understand the importance your nervous system plays in keeping your body healthy and strong. If you want to transform your health but don’t know where to start, this event is your opportunity to take a step in the right direction. 14886 US 17, Hampstead. Registration required. Call 910-406-1200. Intuition and Crystals – 7-9pm. Linda Thunberg, MHt will show how to use your intuition to choose crystals and know what they are for without using books or charts, using your senses discover what crystals resonate with you. Meditation included. Cost: $15. Transpersonal Power at Our Place, 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Register: OurPlaceILM.com/calendar. 910-833-8916.

TUESDAY, JUNE 19 Reiki Inspired Chair Yoga for Detoxing – 6-7pm. Squeeze and soak to remove toxins. Yoga is designed to help release toxins from body, mind and spirit. Take this opportunity to learn how to facilitate toxin release through gentle Chair Yoga, visualization and self-reiki healing concepts. Cost: $15. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. Call/text 262-496-2593.

THURSDAY, JUNE 21 Summer Solstice Rune Ceremony – 6am. With Moon Tribes. A sunrise, morning ceremony that blends an ancient Viking tradition with tribal-nouveau practice. Cost: love offering. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. 910-685-2795.

SATURDAY, JUNE 23 Preserving Class: Jams & Jellies, Pickles – 9amnoon. Home food preservation classes are offered during the summer months in New Hanover, Brunswick, and Pender Counties. Bring pressure canner with a dial gauge can be tested free of charge. Cost: $10. New Hanover County Cooperative Extension, 6206 Oleander Dr, Wilmington. Call or visit to register, 910-547-5589 or NewHanover.ces.ncsu.edu/food-preservation. Introduction to Vibrational Alignment and Balance – 10:30am-noon. With Missy Purcell. Our thoughts and emotions affect our reality and the vibrations of everything. Cost: $10. Our Place, 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Register: OurPlaceILM.com/calendar. 910-833-8916. Medical Qigong Healing Clinic – 11am. See June 14 listing. Wilmington. Energy Vampire Workshop – Noon-2pm. With Eileen & Great Oak. Learn how to identify and remove people, situations, and things that may be stealing away your energy. Cost: $25. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. 910-685-2795.

TUESDAY, JUNE 26 Reiki-Inspired Chair Yoga for Cancer – 6-7pm. Love heals. Give yourself time to nourish and restore with gentle Chair Yoga session to bring forth self-love through visualizations and self-reiki healing concepts. The energy of cancer and some tra-

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ditional treatments deplete the body, mind and spirit. Healing energy can be restored in all internal systems through active engagement of the light within you. Cost: $15. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. Call/text 262-496-2593. Healing Circle – 7-9pm. With Kat Arnoldy. Join for night of shared healing modalities; reiki, Reconnection, Matrix Energetic just to name a few. If you are a practitioner of a healing modality or in need of healing or just want to experience awesome energy to help you on your path, join for our monthly healing circle. Cost: love offering. Our Place, 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Register: OurPlaceILM.com/calendar. 910-833-8916.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 28 Full Moon Qigong – Meet 30 minutes before sunset. Certified qigong instructor and licensed acupuncturist, Alison L. Born leads a Full Moon Qi Gong practice. All ages and ability levels welcome to this monthly meetup. Gentle yet invigorating exercises designed to boost immunity, open the heart and calm the mind. Wrightsville Beach public access #3. By donation, all proceeds to local charities. Alison@CapeFearAcupuncture.com. Transpersonal Group Hypnosis for Stress – 7-9pm. Group clinical hypnosis weekly for a variety of different subjects such as fears, phobias, and health and wellness with transpersonal hypnotherapists. Cost: $20. Transpersonal Power at Our Place, 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Register: OurPlaceILM.com/calendar. 910-833-8916.

SATURDAY, JUNE 30 Medical Qigong Healing Clinic – 11am. See June 14 listing. Wilmington.

plan ahead TUESDAY, JULY 17 Reiki-Inspired Chair Yoga for Arthritis – 6-7pm. Create space in your joints. Gentle Chair Yoga can promote increased range of motion along with blood and synovial fluid circulation within joints. Work from head to toe freeing stiffness and enhancing flexibility with easy movements. Experience how the practice of healing visualizations and self-reiki healing concepts allow your innate powers to work for your overall sense of well-being. Cost: $15. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. Call/text 262-496-2593.

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are for beginner birders and all are welcome. Ages 5 and up. 4099 S 17th St, Wilmington. Registration required. 910-341-0075.

Geri-Fit – 8:30-9:15am. Geri-Fit, a Monday morning class. Senior Resource Center, 2222 S College Rd, Wilmington. 910-798-6409.

Chair Yoga – 10-11am. With Paula Huffman. Great for those with limited mobility. Cost: $12 drop-in or $45 for 4 consecutive classes. McKay Healing Arts Studio, 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. 910-791-1981.

tuesday Reiki-Inspired Yoga – 10am-11am. Join Lesa Stephin in this gentle flow yoga floor practice designed to incorporate chakra balancing, Reiki and guided meditation to engage innate healing potential. Visualizations are utilized to enhance your own light and personal power. Cost: $15/ class. Punch card discounts available. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. 262-496-2593. MindShifters – 5pm. With Susan Darnell. This group meets to work on Dr Michael Ryce’s tools for forgiveness, creation, healing, and much more. Everyone is welcome to attend. Cost: love offering suggestion $10. Unity of Wilmington, 707 Orchard Ave, Wilmington. 910-547-2255.

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/adults; $5/New Hanover County residents and military (ID required); free for members. Airlie Gardens, 300 Airlie Rd, Wilmington. 910798-7700. Tai Chi – 6:30pm. With Jay Stempin, a T’ai chi Ch’uan practitioner. Help promote balance, clarity of thought, relaxation, and loosening tension in the mind and body. Cost: $15. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. 262-515-9005.

thursday 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.

friday Bird Hikes – 9-10am. Free. First 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

Psychic Readings – 11am-4pm. With Eileen & Great Oak. Drop in welcome. Cost: $40/30-min or $75/ 60-min sessions. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. Call to schedule 910-685-2795. Living Art Series – 7pm. 3rd Friday of month. Join monthly for introduction and post-movie discussion facilitated by Dameron Midgett on the living art of embodied presence. Cost: love offering. Our Place, 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Register OurPlaceILM.com/calendar.

saturday Cape Fear River Watch Seminar – 9am. Free. CFRW hosts Educational Seminar by guest lecturer Roger Shew, with topic on Offshore Energy NC: Current Status and possible implications of exploration and development. Cape Fear River Watch Headquarters, 617 Surry St, Wilmington. 910-762-5606. Qigong – 10-11am. With David Coon. All are welcome. No experience needed. Cost: $20. McKay Healing Arts Studio, 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. 910-791-1981. 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 CAPE FEAR COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE

Alison Larmee Born, LAc, FABORM 3802 Park Ave, Wilmington 910-352-4555 • CapeFearAcupuncture.com S o u t h e a s t e r n N C ’s o n l y acupuncturist certified by the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, specializing in fertility, gynecology and hormonal imbalances. Well versed in prescribing herbs, nutraceuticals, and nutrition/lifestyle modifications. Also offering Wilmington’s only “community clinic” (sliding scale-reduced cost) acupuncture, treating a wide array of acute and chronic health conditions. See ad, page 26.

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 6.

MCKAY HEALING ARTS

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 selfhealing and consciousness transformation through still and moving postures, breathing techniques and creative visualization. Call for free Acupuncture consultation. See ad, page 7.

THE ACUPUNCTURE ALTERNATIVE 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.

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Pamela Butz LAc, MSOM 5046 Wrightsville Ave, Ste 200, Wilmington 970-306-5323 • WilmingtonAcupuncture.com Pam is delighted to provide acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine to the Wilmington community! She treats patients of all ages with a wide range of health issues; include wellness treatments to stay healthy all year long. Ask for a free consultation to see how acupuncture and Chinese medicine can help you! See ad, page 9.

ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE ISLAND CHIROPRACTIC & ACUPUNCTURE

Dr. Melissa Hall, DC 530 Causeway Dr, Ste F1, Wrightsville Beach 910-839-8615 IslandChiroAndAcupuncture.com Dr. Melissa Hall is a Wilmington native who is a chiropractor that is also certified in Acupuncture. Dr. Hall works with you to achieve your health goals. Dr. Hall can help with back, shoulder and neck pain. She also specializes in infertility, allergies, migraines and Veteran health issues.

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 21.

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 bioidentical hormone therapy, digestive and immune disorders, thyroid and adrenal problems, endocrine health, food sensitivities, nutritional analysis/therapy, nutritional IV therapies, weight management, pharmaceutical grade supplements, far infrared sauna, and more. See ads, pages 7 and 26.

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Located at the Cameron Clinic of Oriental Medicine, The Club increases your treatment options utilizing complimentary 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 23.

The brain rules and controls each and every cell in your body. However, its commands come from your subconscious. Through hypnosis, the mind is guided to provide healthier and happier living for individuals. End addictions, phobias, depression, panic, pain, insomnia, lose weight and gain confidence effortlessly and permanently. Over 30 years’ experience. See ad, back cover.

Nan Cameron, MSN, RN, LAc 1928 S 16th St, Wilmington 910-342-0999 • CamClinic.com

CHIROPRACTIC 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 25.

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Mrs. Azariah Solomon – Partner/Coordinator 1328 N Lake Blvd, Ste 106, Carolina Beach 910-343-1171 • SolomonHypnosis.com

TRANSPERSONAL POWER, LLC

Linda Thunberg, MHt, CCP 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington 855-772-0459 • TranspersonalPower.com Meetup.com/Transpersonal-CommunityOf-Wilmington Transpersonal Hypnosis is spiritually centered, incorporating body, mind and spirit! The sessions are extremely client-based, a natural way of self-healing and enhancing what you want in your life. Achieve your highest and best you. Sessions available for weight, anxiety, childhood patterns, relationship issues, self-worth, soul advancement and more. See ad, page 23.

MASSAGE DESTINY TAYLOR, LMBT

Lumina Acu Clinic 6781 Parker Farm Rd, Ste 130, Wilmington 910-256-3939 • LuminaAcuClinic.com Info@LuminaAcuClinic.com Destiny is a North Carolina licensed massage and bodywork therapist who enjoys customizing her work to the needs of each individual client. Whether fatigued and stressed from daily life, in need of relaxation and rejuvenation or need relief from pain, Destiny will do her best to help you and is passionate about helping her clients achieve pain relief, relaxation and a sense of overall well-being. See ad, page 6.

NATURAL PRODUCTS PURELIFE WELLNESS CENTER

Victoria RP Chavez, Owner/Manufacturer 317 N Front St, Wilmington 910-343-1374 • MiracleSkinRelief.com Creating wellness paradigms for mind, body and soul. Offering vitamins, herbs, minerals, specialty formulas, handmade herbal remedies, fresh organic juices, smoothies and salads, local products and honey, and over 100 varieties of teas, spices and herbs. See ad, page 25.

NATURAL SERVICES D3 CLEANING SERVICES 910-512-6245

Using “all natural” cleaning products. Services include power washing, carpet cleaning, whole house cleaning, one-time cleaning and cleaning to fit every lifestyle. Call for a free estimate. See ad, page 3.

PAIN RELIEF SYNERGY ORGANIC WELLBEING 1780 Chandlers Ln, Sunset Beach 910-579-2577 • SOWSPA.us

QIGONG DAVID J. COON, MQM

4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington 910-791-1981 • QigongAwareness.com David cultivates and directs the energetic life force called chi in Traditional Chinese Medicine through qigong practice. His teachings are simple, effective and can be practiced by anyone of any age. Also available for private healing and coaching sessions via Skype or telephone.

SPIRITUAL HEALING SUSAN DARNELL

Aramaic Forgiveness Teacher 910-547-2255 • Awaken2BN@gmail.com As a certified Aramaic Forgiveness Teacher through renowned Dr. Michael Ryce’s teachings. Combining body mind principles, physics and ancient Aramaic studies into self-healing, healing through relationships, anger and grief resolution. Group and individual sessions as well as 9- and 16-day, and 8-week intensives sessions.

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 25.

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 21.

OUR PLACE WELLNESS CENTER

4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington 910-833-8916 • OurPlaceILM.com Meetup.com/Transpersonal-CommunityOf-Wilmington A place where you can feel as though you are part of the whole. A place to empower yourself or get guidance and assistance for healing and growth through energy healing and various modalities. Private sessions with various practitioners. Groups and classes. Meditation room, metaphysical lending library and metaphysical items. See ad, page 22.

WATERFORD WELLNESS

Melonie Mosley 1003 Olde Waterford Way, Ste 1, Leland 919-337-7300 • Waterford-Wellness.com Waterford Wellness is an innovative medical spa offering the most advanced treatments with the best results in a relaxing spa atmosphere. Melonie Mosley, experienced Medical Aesthetician and Laser Specialist, has been practicing for over a decade and remains dedicated to client education and satisfaction. Call for a free consultation. See ad, page 20.

Get rid of knee and back pain with five organic therapies. Our pain relief package includes a full-body skin detox from head to toe, complete knee and back pain relief, energy balance, fatigue and stress relief, as well as mindbody wellness. Come in for a free consultation.

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