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ational Yoga Month is here! First, let me say personally, yoga has changed my life. I would be lost without my practice. It grounds me and keeps me calm. When I am on the mat, I can only think about the present moment—from pose to pose—and all the minutia swirling around in my mind comes to a standstill. It’s like I finally get a moment to say, “Ahhh, peace at last,” even if it is just for an hour. There are two wonderful articles featured this month celebrating the mindful and healthy practice: “Why Our Body Loves Yoga,” by Marlaina Donato, on page 10, as well as “Forever Flexible,” by Lisa Marshall, on page 16. She reports, “About 65 percent of patients try to treat joint pain with daily antiinflammatory drugs that can damage the stomach and kidneys.” Strength training and tai chi are just two of the low-impact ways that you can help your joints or aid in preventing ailments from progressing. If you are considering yoga, I highly recommend you give it a try. There’s nothing like it! Flexibility comes at all levels; anyone can do yoga and the benefits are endless. Our mind and body are our longevity in life, so we need to focus on being proactive instead of reactive. There’s nothing more frustrating than saying you wish you started something when it is too late! Once again, thank you for choosing Natural Awakenings magazine, Southeast North Carolina’s only healthy living publication. Share your healthy living journey with us at Publisher@NA-SENorthCarolina.com. With your permission, I would love to share your personal stories with our readership. Help inspire others with small or big changes you have made in your own life towards a healthier lifestyle. Laugh much, love more and go for a walk on the beach.

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Contents 10 WHY OUR BODY

LOVES YOGA

Gentle Poses Foster Flexibility

12 MEDITATIVE MELODIES How Sound Deepens Meditation

14 ZERO WASTE LIFESTYLE Ways to Make Far Less Trash

15 IS YOUR BATTERY

CHARGED?

16 FOREVER FLEXIBLE Keep Joints Naturally Healthy

20 SUPERIOR

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Natureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Top Foods to Prevent and Reverse Disease

22 CHEF RICK MOONEN on Why Buying Sustainable Seafood Matters

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news briefs

Join People’s Climate Rally in Wilmington

s part of a global day of action, the Wilmington People’s Climate Rally will be held at 9 a.m. on September 8 at the Cape Fear River Watch, in Wilmington. In solidarity with the Peoples Climate Movement and locally co-hosted by the Cape Fear Group of the Sierra Club, Alliance for Economic Justice, Communication Workers of America and Cape Fear River Watch, it will be one of thousands of rallies taking place worldwide to demand that local leaders commit to building a fossil-free world and totally renewable energy that works for all of us. “Together, we can make governments, institutions and corporations divest from fossil fuel,” says Bill McKibben, a longtime environmental advocate and founding fellow of the Sanders Institute, of Burlington, Vermont, which supports the program. “Together, we can elect candidates who vow to keep carbon in the ground. Together, we can use our collective voice to move our local communities, states and nation to 100 percent renewable energy.” The Action Network is an open platform that empowers individuals and groups to organize for progressive causes. Admission is free. Location: 617 Surrey St., Wilmington. For more information, visit Rise ForClimate.org or ActionNetwork.org.

Hypnotherapy Certification Class Offering in Kure Beach

inda Thunberg, master’s certified transpersonal hypnotherapist (MHt) of Transpersonal Power, in Wilmington, and president and owner of the National Association for Transpersonal Hypnotherapists (NATH), is offering an entrylevel certified transpersonal hypnotherapy course, September 19 to 23, and a master’s course (MHt), September 25 to 29, both at a beautiful beach house in Kure Beach, so students may be totally immersed in hypnotherapy for five days in each edition. NATH is the largest transpersonal hypnotherapy membership organization in the United States. Established in 1989, its quality accelerated training programs give it an outstanding reputation for certifying and registering professionals. Transpersonal hypnotherapy is an orientation toward hypnotherapy that is shared by an increasing number of holistically oriented practitioners who are ready to take the concept of holism to the next logical step. In transpersonal hypnotherapy, there is an emphasis on the innate spiritual resources within each individual, along with the assumption that the guidance of a higher power will prevail within the therapeutic relationship for the client’s highest good. Cost: $1,095/$1,195, CHt/MHt; $100 discount if paid in full 15 days prior to first class. Deposit due at registration. Location: Kure Beach (address provided at registration). For more information or to register, call 855-772-0459 or visit NATH.world. See ad, page 23.

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The Third Annual Carolina Soul Festival Experience

resented by Community Movement Alliance, the third annual Carolina Soul Festival is a communityoriented health, wellness, music and arts-based festival set in the heart of the South Brunswick Islands area. This year’s edition will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on September 15. The community event is a day of engagement, education, entertainment and empowerment designed to help families and individuals take actions and make choices to become their healthiest and happiest selves. The festival addresses the health and wellness needs of the community and beyond. Attendees will gain insights on nutrition, longevity, fitness, green living, and the therapeutic benefits of art in all forms and much more. Incorporating all facets of physical and emotional wellness, the Carolina Soul Festival hosts a variety of vendors who offer informative health and wellness information from local physicians and health practitioners, fun fitness demos, a ninja warrior obstacle course for the kiddos, product demonstrations and arts and crafts from both North and South Carolina local artisans. Sample, see and buy unique, transformative products ranging from skin care to gardening to clothing for your pets. Merchants will be selling many health and wellness-oriented distinctive products including jewelry, clothing, kombucha, paddle boards, arts education and more. Cost: $5/adults, under 10 free. Location: 9480 Ocean Hwy., Calabash. For more information, to become a sponsor or vendor, visit CarolinaSoulFestival.com or email CarolinaSoulFest@gmail.com.

Carolina Beach Dragon Boat Regatta & Festival

elebrate the 6th annual colorful Dragon Boat Regatta & Festival at 9 a.m. on September 15 at Carolina Beach. Either form your own team or join one via their website to enjoy being afloat on the colorful, 45-foot-long watercraft. The fun for everyone starts Friday evening with a kickoff party featuring a free outdoor concert from 6 to 9 p.m. On Saturday, get ready to race or watch and enjoy the gathering of vendors near the starting line at the Carolina Beach Marina with fun, food and drink items for sale, or cheer the boats toward the finish line near Gibby’s Dock and Dine. Family-friendly festivities are planned throughout the event. Proceeds will directly benefit Step Up for Soldiers and their programs, providing volunteer services for renovations, recreation and recognition for recently disabled veterans. Location: Carolina Beach Yacht Basin & Marina, 216 Canal Dr. For more info or to join a team, visit CarolinaBeachDragonBoat.com.

Pier-to-Pier Open Water Swim Race

ccept the open water challenge of the 13th annual Pier-to-Pier Swim Race at 9 a.m. on September 15 at Wrightsville Beach. This annual event entails swimming approximately 1.7 miles between Johnnie Mercer’s Pier and the Crystal Pier around marker buoys. The starting point for the race will be determined on race day in accordance with the ocean current. All proceeds from this annual event will support the Wilmington Family YMCA’s Swim Team-CFAC. Cost: $40/$55, before August 31/after. Location: John Mercer’s Pier and Crystal Pier, 23 E. Salisbury St. For more information and to register, visit SetupEvents.com.

Hampstead Fall Festival

he Hampstead Fall Festival is an annual event held on the front lawn of Hampstead United Methodist Church. The event this year will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on October 13. The festival will host a heavenly BBQ roasted on site, a bake sale and many activities for kids including a reptile exhibit, exotic birds, environmentalist, beekeeper, bouncy houses, bean bag toss, face painting and dance groups. All proceeds will go towards making a community kitchen a reality in Hampstead. Location: 15395 Hwy. 17, Hampstead. For more information, call 910-270-4648 or visit HampsteadUMC.org.

kudos Cape Fear Museum of History and Science has been awarded a $5,000 grant from the Corning Incorporated Foundation. Funds will be (L-R) Kitty Yerkes, Katie Gloe, used to establish new proSheryl Mays and Lynore Young gramming for the Simple Machines field trip program for New Hanover County seventhgrade students. The museum will offer a free group visit for approximately 1,000 seventh graders focusing on how simple machines are part of everyday life and help make life easier. The goal is to encourage middle school students to engage in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) content through hands-on materials and inquiry-based activities. Through active learning at the museum, students will build enthusiasm for key educational science standards. The foundation is a charitable contributions organization established by Corning Incorporated in 1952. Through leadership and collaboration, it strives to foster vibrant, enriching and supportive Corning communities, and focusing on education, human services, culture and volunteerism in Corning business locations. Museum location: 814 Market St., Wilmington. New Hanover County residents’ free day is the first Sunday of each month. For more information, visit CapeFearMuseum.com. September 2018

Acupuncture Alleviates Autism in Children

Meditation Improves Long-Term Cognition Cognitive gains that people experience from an intense meditation retreat can persist for at least seven years and slow age-related cognitive decline, a new study shows. Researchers from the University of California at Davis followed up with 60 people that had participated in a three-month retreat in which they meditated in a group and alone for a total of about eight hours a day. Immediately afterwards, the meditators showed improvements in holding sustained attention— the ability to stay focused on a task or object— a key measure of cognitive function. Seven years later, researchers found that those significant gains were partly maintained, and that older participants that diligently practiced meditation didn’t show typical patterns of age-related attention declines. 8

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Ballet Dancing Boosts Senior Fitness and Energy Ten Australian seniors that strapped on ballet slippers and participated in Ballet for Seniors classes for three months reported feeling more fit, energetic and animated, according to research from the Queensland Institute of Technology and the Queensland Ballet. They also found that ballet improved their posture, flexibility, maneuverability and awareness. Mastering challenging movements and sequences made the dancers happier than working at already achieved levels. Also, the group enjoyed developing supportive social bonds in get-togethers outside the dance studio.

Cruciferous Veggies May Lower Stroke Risk Elderly women that eat lots of broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower and cabbage have less plaque on their carotid artery walls, reducing risk of strokes and heart attacks, a new study shows. Researchers from the University of Western Australia surveyed 854 Australian women over the age of 70 to determine their vegetable intake, and then used sonograms to measure their carotid artery wall thickness to ascertain the severity of carotid plaque. Those eating the most cruciferous vegetables had a .05 millimeter lower carotid artery wall thickness compared to those with the lowest intake. “That is likely significant, because a 0.1 millimeter decrease in carotid wall thickness is associated with a 10 to 18 percent decrease in risk of stroke and heart attack,” says lead study author Lauren Blekkenhorst. Other vegetables, including leafy greens and alliums like onions, were not found to have the same protective effect.

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Acupuncture reduces autism scores, according to a new meta-analysis of 27 clinical studies of 1,736 children. Researchers from Kyung Hee University, in the Republic of Korea, found that whether acupuncture was used alone or combined with other therapies, it improved outcomes for children with autism spectrum disorder as measured by the Childhood Autism Rating Scale and the Autism Behavior Checklist, without causing adverse side effects.

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PORTERS NECK Porters Neck Pilates 7627 Market Street 910-540-0004 Portersneckpilates.com

WILMINGTON FITMO Fitness & Training 501-3 Covil Ave 910-782-8848 FitmoTraining.com

JACKSONVILLE Absolutions Pilates 704 Decatur Road 910-459-3847

The Crest Fitness Club 1962 Eastwood Rd 910-509-3044 Crestfitness.com

YOGA JACKSONVILLE Infinite Yoga & Wellness 13 East Doris Ave Suite G 910-353-9642 Infinitewellnessyoga.com

Wilmington Lady Fitness 5330 Carolina Beach Rd 910-392-3339 Wilmingtonladyfitness.com

SNEADS FERRY Forever Fit Fitness Center 214 Sneads Ferry Rd 910-327-2293 Forever-fit-fitness-center.com JACKSONVILLE Onslow Fitness Center 1140 Henderson Dr 910-455-7274 Onslowfitness.com Paddle NC Carolina Beach, Hammonds Beach State Park, Jacksonville, Topsail Island and Fort Fisher State Park 910-612-3297 Paddlenc.com

MOREHEAD CITY Momentum Yoga & Wellness 2900 Arendell St 252-247-9642 MomentumFitnessNC.com WILMINGTON Longwave Yoga 203 Racine Drive 910-769-3494 LongWaveYoga.com

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WHY OUR BODY LOVES YOGA

Gentle Poses Foster Flexibility The most important

pieces of equipment you need for doing yoga are your body and your mind. ~Rodney Yee

by Marlaina Donato

lthough media coverage of yoga often highlights advanced yoga poses, the practice is not reserved solely for super-flexible folks. Benefits are available to everyone of any age or physical type. “Many people assume that yoga requires the ability to be a contortionist. Yoga is an internal process and can meet us wherever we are,” says yoga therapist Kimberly Carson, of Mindful Yoga Works, in Portland, Oregon. Springing from the theory that half of our capacity to become more flexible lies less in the muscles than in the nervous system, this calming practice helps the body release tension and achieve a suppler state.

Why it Works Yoga poses don’t need to be intense to have a significant effect. Gentle, regular practice can improve range of motion, increase muscle strength and promote circulation of the synovial fluid surrounding joints that supplies oxygen and nutrients to cartilage. “Basic yoga is just as beneficial as more advanced ideas of yoga, especially in terms of body awareness,” says Piper Abbott, an integrative yoga therapist and 10

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teacher who owns Burlington Yoga, in Burlington, Vermont. “Where our attention goes, energy flows. When we’re holding a posture and directing this focused awareness into the sensation of a stretch, we’re learning to read our body.” Agility is usually associated with muscles and joints, but underlying flexibility goes deep to further enhance wellness. Stiff muscles often go hand-inhand with stiff arteries, for example, but appropriate exercise can have a positive effect there, too. According to studies by physical therapist Miriam Cortez-Cooper, Ph.D., and her colleagues during her tenure at the University of Texas at Austin, stretching exercises performed for 11 weeks improved flexibility of the carotid artery—the main vessel that transports blood to the brain—by 23 percent. Such an increase did not result from aerobic exercise or strength training.

Every Body Can Benefit “Yoga is truly for any and every body. Flexibility or a lack thereof can be found in anatomies of any shape. Many options

for poses exist to help you find the version that works best for you. Yoga props such as blocks and straps can provide support to encourage experimenting while ensuring a safe approach,” says Anna Guest-Jelley, CEO of Curvy Yoga, in Portland, Oregon. She loves sharing the value of yoga with people of all sizes. “What’s important is working wherever you are within your current range of motion, so your body can open to new movements appropriately.” Maintaining a regular practice offers an opportunity for individuals living with chronic pain or undergoing cancer treatment to feel more at ease. “Even in cases of severe fibromyalgia, some movement is better than none, and can foster better sleep. Restorative sleep can help to heal microtears in muscles, which can be common. Non-goal-oriented yoga also offers layers of benefits for cancer patients, both supporting physical function, as well as offering a way to practice kindness towards the body/mind during tough times,” says Carson. For seniors, yoga is an excellent way to foster better flexibility, even in the presence of osteoarthritis. Studies conducted by Dr. Sharon Kolasinski, of the University of Pennsylvania, found that Iyengar yoga reduced joint stiffness and pain reduction during an eight-week period in people with knee osteoarthritis. Chair yoga, though popular with seniors, can introduce unnecessary risk if not tailored appropriately for those with osteoporosis, Carson cautions. “It’s important for older adults to find classes taught by appropriately trained instructors. Inappropriate chair sitting itself can compromise bone health, so teachers trained in spinal health and planes of action are recommended.” No matter the level of an individual’s agility, improved flexibility is a boon, especially when it goes beyond the physical to embrace mental and spiritual aspects. Abbott remarks, “Yoga has taught me not only how to move and relate to my body, but how to gracefully adjust to change and the challenges of life.” Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer and authors books related to the fields of alternative health and spirituality. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

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event spotlight

Yoga-Mojo Teacher Training in Morehead City

omentum Yoga & Wellness owner Cheryl LeClair is pleased to announce her studio will be hosting a Yoga-Mojo 230hour yoga teacher training open house with Loretta Jo Schlatzer, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. on September 7 in Morehead City. LeClair comments, “Loretta Jo Schlatzer of Yoga-Mojo from Cary will be at Momentum to discuss Yoga-Mojo’s 230-hour yoga teacher training that will take place in January 2019 at Momentum’s studio. It’s important for those interested in the training to reserve their place in the program. Early-bird discounts in registering are available as well.” Learn to teach yoga mindfully, safely and effectively. The Yoga-Mojo Yoga teacher training (YMYTT) program is both educational and transformational, bringing depth to one’s practice and teaching. It’s geared towards aspiring teachers as well as serious practitioners who may not wish teach but want to deepen their understanding of all aspects of yoga. Momentum Yoga & Wellness offers many other services including spinning, massage therapy and personal training as well as yoga and yoga teacher training. “Class schedules and workshop events are listed through our website,” adds LeClair, “and multi-pass discounts and drop-in pricing are listed, too.” Admission to open house: free. Location: 2900 Arendell St., Morehead City. For more information and to register, call 252-247-9642 or visit MomentumFitnessNC.com. See listing on page 9.

Yoga for Every Body: Basics for Alignment and Flexibility, Diane Finlayson DVD, Tinyurl.com/Yoga-Align-Flex Curvy Yoga YouTube videos, include 15-minute morning wake-ups with Anna Guest-Jelley, YouTube.com/user/ CurvyYoga/featured Power Yoga for Flexibility, Rodney Yee DVD, Gaia.com/person/ rodney-yee Relax into Yoga for Seniors: A Six-Week Program for Strength, Balance, Flexibility and Pain Relief¸ a book by Kimberly Carson, MindfulYogaWorks.com/products September 2018

Meditative Melodies

How Sound Deepens Meditation

by Dudley Evenson

hen life is stressful, we know we need to relax. The question is how. Many wonderful ways involve combining music with a meditation practice. Although we can’t always control our surroundings, we can learn to control how we react to and internalize what happens around us. On the value of meditation and mindfulness, Jon Kabat-Zinn, founder of the Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care and Society, at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, observes, “When we do studies of this, we find we can change our brains. We can change our relationship to our emotions. We can change our relationship to the actuality of things in ways that are healing. The immune system responds.” Because sound affects us on all levels—emotional, mental and physical— combining musical processes with our meditation practice can be highly effective in easing stress. Cultures worldwide have long used music to lift the spirit and enhance meditation and healing.

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4 Slow rhythms. These entrain bodily systems, including the heartbeat, pulse, digestion, respiration and muscle functioning, to a more natural rhythm. 4 Natural sounds. They give a sense of peace. 4 Nurturing tones. Typically, these are clear, warm and gentle.

A simple way to begin breath work is by taking a fast, full inhalation, followed by a long, slow exhalation. With practice, both breath control and stress levels will improve.

Vocal Toning This uses the human voice to produce elongated vowel tones or humming sounds that can empower meditation. It also slows and lengthens our exhalation by putting a brake on the breath. Begin by taking a deep breath and then, with the mouth open, make a simple vowel tone such as ahh or ohh. With the exhalation pushing out a sound, the tone follows naturally.

Mantra and Chant

Here are several self-generated ways to further enhance meditation.

Mantras can keep the demons of our monkey mind from distracting us. The word means “mind protection” in Sanskrit. A mantra is characterized by a short sound or phrase that carries a vibration and frequency that extends beyond the simple meaning of the words. Using mantras can help overcome mental chatter, de-stress and set us up for an expansion of consciousness. Dr. Herbert Benson, founder of the Mind/Body Medical Institute at Harvard Medical School, in Boston, documented a phenomenon he named “the relaxation response”. His research discovered that those that repeated mantras for even 10 minutes a day experienced physiological changes—a reduced heart rate, slower metabolism and lower stress levels, all of which allow the body to return to a more natural state of wellness.

Controlling Breath

Singing Affirmations

4 Uplifting, not gloomy. The music should give rise to a sense of joy and beauty.  4 Absence of hooks and refrains; avoid repetition and familiarity that engage the analytical mind. 4 Flowing. It is soothing and feels akin to nature. 4 Sub-audio frequencies. The presence of these is an optional way to entrain brainwaves to an alpha or theta state that allows relaxation and healing to occur. 4 Intention. It’s important for both the musician and listener.

We can live without food for weeks and water for days, but breath for only minutes.

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Because sound affects us on all levels— emotional, mental and physical—combining musical processes with our meditation practice can be highly effective in easing stress.

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self-affirmation also can protect against the damaging effects of stress on problemsolving performance. An affirmation is a positive statement spoken in the present tense asserting that a desired goal is already achieved. With sufficient repetition and focused intention, declaration becomes reality. Adding a melody to our affirmation and singing it repeatedly enhances its power. Mind-body expert Dr. Deepak Chopra agrees, stating, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Music helps to take the affirmations to a deeper level of the mind so that a process of emotional and spiritual transformation can start.â&#x20AC;? We are constantly affirming in our mind what we believe. With perseverance, repetition and steadfast belief in them, the words of our affirmations become a part of us. Before long, we notice we are achieving what we may have previously thought was impossible. Accessing the rich array of music and sound modalities available can help deepen meditation, decrease stress and allow us to benefit from a higher and much improved quality of life. Dudley Evenson and her husband, Dean, are sound healing pioneers who have produced award-winning music since 1979 through their label, Soundings of the Planet. Their new book is Quieting the Monkey Mind: How to Meditate with Music. Learn more at Soundings.com.

September 2018

ZERO WASTE

LIFESTYLE

Ways to Make Far Less Trash

by Avery Mack

n manufacturing, a zero waste policy means designing products so that all resources are used or reused. It’s a concept Bea Johnson, author of Zero Waste Home: The Ultimate Guide to Simplifying Your Life by Reducing Your Waste, embraced for her family a decade ago in Mill Valley, California. “My goal was to simplify our lives,” she says. “We found a zero waste lifestyle isn’t what we expected; it’s better. It’s good for the environment and for our family.” Johnson reports achieving 40 percent savings in annual household costs. “Voluntary simplicity has also changed our daily routines. Simple living focuses on experiences versus things, and we find we have more free time,” she says. “Our minimalist wardrobes now fit into carry-on bags for travel.”

A Doable Personal Goal “Don’t expect to reach zero. Go for zero-ish,” counsels Celia Ristow, a freelance writer who blogs at Litterless.com. In 2017, Ristow and two friends, Moira Kelley and Bailey Warren, started a grassroots group called Zero Waste Chicago to raise awareness and connect locals with needed resources to reduce trash. “We speak at grocery stores, community events, schools, colleges and to employees on their lunch hour. We love how responding readers send suggestions and outlets for reusing items,” says Ristow. Local efforts can take off when people find like-minded others through using hash tags like #zerowastechicago on Instagram, search for a local blogger or host a mini-meet-up in a grocery that sells in bulk or at a coffee shop that uses ceramic cups or no plastic stirrers. 14

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Similar grassroots organizations are active in Colorado (EcoCycle. org/home) and Seattle (EcoCollectiveSeattle.com). “Zero waste seems difficult to imagine in the U.S. People think change is costly and time-consuming,” Johnson says. “My vocation is to shatter these misconceptions. Follow the 5 R’s: refuse what you don’t need, reduce what you need, reuse, recycle and rot. Refuse single-use plastics and junk mail, reduce the volume of clothing items and sports equipment, buy used, recycle the unwanted and compost (rot) food waste, lint, hair and floor sweepings. It’s not that complicated.” Due to her experience, Johnson can now store a year’s worth of waste in a pint-sized Mason jar. “Inside is deteriorated foam from headphones, a dental retainer, silicone caulk from the sink, fruit and veggie stickers, clothing labels, plastic mini-bumpers from cabinet corners I replaced with felt and a plastic-coated spike from the dishwasher,” she says. “I’m still amazed when people have a use for something I don’t want or need. Start by saying no to flyers, freebies, party favors, business cards, plastics, excessive packaging and junk mail. Accepting them creates more. Refusing such clutter is the first rule to a less wasteful lifestyle.” Kathryn Kellogg, the Vallejo, California, author of the Going Zero Waste blog and a content creator for Pela Case, a Canadian eco-friendly smartphone case maker, offers many zero waste swaps. “I use silicone cupcake liners instead of paper, bar soap in lieu of plastic-packaged body wash and make my own lip balm.” She also has alternatives for sponges, plastic wrap, cooking pans and toothbrushes. Consider her 31-day challenge at GoingZeroWaste.com/31-day-video-challenge. She notes, “Since I started working toward zero waste, I have more confidence, am able to speak up about less waste and am mindful when I shop.”

A World View In May, Johnson toured 16 countries in 17 days giving presentations. “Surprisingly, we often had to open another room because interest was higher than expected. In Russia, they broadcasted my talk to 17 cities,” she says. Johnson learned that many countries have no waste collection or recycling programs. Plastic bottles, bags and trash litter many landscapes. “Life in the United States is different. Here, we have bigger houses, need more and create more waste. Elsewhere, grocery shopping is done daily instead of weekly, produce is local, seasonal and sustainable instead of imported,” she observes. “In a way, it’s easier to go zero waste there because they’re using just what they need. Everyone deserves a place to live and life’s necessities. Past that comfort level, it’s excess.” Johnson sees rapid changes underway in consumer thinking and is hopeful looking forward. “I don’t want to tell others how to live. I just want to share our experiences. The United States’ example has a huge impact worldwide. Zero waste is the necessary lifestyle of the future, and it begins at home.” Connect with the freelance writer via AveryMack@mindspring.com.

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The “three-free therapies” are the foundation for how you get energy:

by Nan Cameron

n Food is most important medicine. Good gut health is critical. Seventy percent of our immune system is in our gut. The gut mucosa is one of our first lines of defense in protecting our body from pathogens including bacteria, virus, parasites and haptens (chemicals). A lot of the genetic material you need is located in gut flora; some species of bacteria should dominate. Eat an antiinflammatory diet that includes lots of vegetables, good quality proteins and fats with modest amounts of starchy vegetables, fruits and grains.

t’s all about energy. Do you ever take the time to think about what gives you energy and what depletes your energy? I am fortunate to look out my window in the morning and see and hear the Carolina Beach. Listening to the sounds of the water and watching the birds always makes me feel happy. Think about a visit with friends and I’m sure sometimes that experience energizes you and makes you feel excited and happy and other times drained. We constantly make new cells. You replace the macula of your eye every 48 hours, the lining of your gut every three-to-five days, 10 percent of your skeleton every year and red blood cells every four months. Chronic disease happens when you don’t have enough energy to make new cells. Some of the things that cause low voltage in our body include hormones imbalances, scars, chronic infections, swings in our blood sugar levels, heavy metals, lack of exercise, poor sleep, gut issues and endocrine disruptors such as plastics, chemicals, food additives and electromagnetic frequencies. Cells need alkaline water free of chemicals, good fats to make cell membranes, amino acids protein building blocks, vitamins, minerals, oxygen, sunshine and energy to be healthy.

n Movement and activity is important. Develop an exercise program that works for you. Breathing is important. Practice abdominal breathing. If you are too tired to exercise, put on your favorite music and sing with gusto. n Good sleep, rest, relaxation and meditation make a big difference. A strong foundation such as “your three-legged stool” noted above is critical. We can spend lots of money, time and energy on supplements, treatments, gadgets, practitioners and more to feel better whereas, yet only you have the control of the “three-free therapies” that are critical for everything else to work properly. Nan Cameron, MSN, RN, LAc is the owner of the Cameron Clinic of Oriental Medicine, 1928 S. 16th St., Wilmington. For more information, call 910-3420999 or visit CamClinic.com. See ad, page 19.

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Identification Helps

The term “arthritis” can conjure images of aging cartilage worn thin by years of overuse. Yet this common type, known as osteoarthritis, is just one of many joint pain culprits. Rheumatoid arthritis, which manifests in swelling and pain in the hands, wrists, feet or toes, arises when the body’s immune system attacks

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hirty-seven percent of American adults 18 and older suffer from arthritis—a catch-all term for a dozen varieties of joint disease—according to the nonprofit Arthritis Foundation. One in two men and two in three women 65 or older may have it, estimates a recent Boston University study. Due to increasing obesity rates and autoimmune disorders, it’s also impacting 8 million Millennials, reports the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “I’m seeing higher rates, more severe cases and more of them in younger people. 16

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It’s an epidemic no one is talking about,” says Dr. Susan Blum, a Rye Brook, New York, physician and author of Healing Arthritis: Your 3-Step Guide to Conquering Arthritis Naturally. About 65 percent of patients try to treat joint pain with daily anti-inflammatory drugs that can damage the stomach and kidneys. Many work and exercise less due to pain, making arthritis the leading cause of disability. More than 1 million undergo expensive, risky surgeries annually, with hip and knee replacements performed twice as often now as in 2000.

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itself, destroying tissue around the joints. Spondyloarthritis inflames the spine and sometimes the eyes and gut. Infections like Lyme disease, parvovirus and hepatitis B can also ignite arthritic joint pain. Inflammation may exacerbate them all, so an anti-inflammatory program can typically provide relief, says Blum. Serious forms might require more aggressive treatments; a visit with an integrative clinician is an important first step.

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About one-third of obese people have arthritis, and research shows that with every pound lost, joint pain diminishes— the lighter the load, the less the pressure on joints. A Wake Forest University study of knee osteoarthritis patients showed that with each 10 pounds lost, 40 pounds of pressure is lifted from the knee.

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Although conventional medicine maintains that drugs, surgery and reduced activity are inevitable, a new generation of clinicians disagree. They’ve seen how by losing weight, fighting inflammation with wholesome food and supplements, exercising smart and exploring science-backed integrative therapies, patients can manage the root causes of joint pain and find relief. “We have many tools at our disposal to halt or slow the progression of arthritis so most people never have to have surgery,” says Doctor of Naturopathy Casey Seenauth, a staff physician at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine Pain Relief Center, in Tempe, Arizona.

“But it’s not simply about the load on the joints,” says Blum. Fat cells release compounds called inflammatory cytokines, which can boost inflammation and pain. And new research from the University of Rochester, in New York, suggests that obesity may also impair the gut microbiome (beneficial bacteria lining the gastrointestinal tract), further exacerbating arthritis. “There is no doubt that the gut bacteria are involved in the onset and perpetuation of inflammation and pain in arthritis,” says Blum. When researchers fed mice the equivalent of a “cheeseburger and milkshake” diet for 12 weeks, doubling their body fat, they found more pro-inflammatory bacteria in their colon, more cartilage deterioration than in lean mice and more inflammation in their knees.

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Healing the Gut Heals Joints

Blum explains that dysbiosis, an overgrowth of harmful bacteria in the intestinal tract, can damage its fragile lining, allowing bits of bacteria to enter the bloodstream and ignite an autoimmune response. Dysbiosis can be kick-started by antibiotics, drugs like proton pump inhibitors, bad diet or stress, says Blum, who battled autoimmune arthritis after her son had a traumatic accident. For curbing arthritis through the gut microbiome, the science is young. A few small human studies conducted in China and Finland suggest that ingesting specific strains of Lactobacillus (including casei, acidophilus, reuteri and rhamnosus) and Bifidobacterium (bifidum and infantis) may decrease inflammation and pain associated with arthritis. In the University of Rochester study, overweight mice fed prebiotics (indigestible fibers that good bacteria feed on) had less arthritis progression. Blum recommends taking antimicrobial herbs like oregano oil to heal a gut overgrown with bad bacteria and a highquality probiotic supplement to replenish good bacteria. She also suggests ditching processed food and products with refined sugar, along with known allergens like gluten, soy and dairy, which can spawn inflammation. Avoid nightshade vegetables like tomatoes, potatoes and peppers,

which anecdotally have been suggested to aggravate joint pain. Overall, strive for a plant-based diet high in fiber, colorful, antioxidant-rich vegetables and “good” fats. One recent Michigan State University study found that when osteoarthritis patients switched to a plant-based diet for six weeks, they experienced less pain than those in the meat-eating control group.

Exercise Smart

When joint pain begins to flare up, a carefully chosen workout may be exactly what’s needed for relief. A.J. Gregg, a chiropractor in Flagstaff, Arizona, says, “There is an element of ‘use-it-or-lose it’.” The proper

exercise depends partly on which joints are affected. He notes that properly executed strength training exercises like lifting weights can stabilize muscles around joints, easing strain and preventing arthritis from accelerating. Low-impact aerobic exercises like cycling or swimming can fuel the production and flushing of fluids through the joints without overloading them. Tai chi can improve range of motion. Even running, long falsely maligned as a precursor to arthritis, can help prompt cartilage cells to divide and replenish faster, research suggests. A study of 75,000 runners by researchers at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, in California, found that they

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Curcumin: Derived from turmeric (Curcuma longa), this bright yellow culinary spice has been used as an anti-inflammatory agent in Asia for centuries. Today, it’s used as an alternative to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID), which can wreak havoc on the stomach and kidneys if taken long term, according to Naturopath Casey Seenauth. One industry-sponsored review concluded that 1,000 milligrams (mg) per day of curcumin can rival a NSAID like Advil for relief of pain and inflammation. Collagen or gelatin: Integrative medicine practitioners have

long prescribed gelatin powder made from animal connective tissue to provide the nutrients required for joint regeneration. Supplement makers have developed arthritis-specific collagen supplements in which the gelatin is broken down for better absorption. A Chinese study of 500 rheumatoid arthritis patients found that collagen derived from chicken cartilage improved symptoms of pain, stiffness and swelling in joints. Plant-based options are available.

Glucosamine: This classic tissue-building block has been shown in multiple studies

to slow cartilage loss associated with osteoarthritis. Taken long enough, it can also ease pain, says Seenauth. “People often take it, don’t feel anything right away and quit. Give it time.” He recommends 2,000 mg per day for at least six to eight weeks.

Fish oil: Omega-3 fatty acids like eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are established anti-inflammatories. A Korean University review of 10 trials involving nearly 400 rheumatoid arthritis patients found that those taking more than three grams per day of omega-3 fatty acid supplements reduced their reliance on NSAIDs and had less pain.

Probiotics: While their impact on pain reduction isn’t clearly known, many studies show that certain strains of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium can boost immune function, repair damaged gut lining and reduce system-aggravating inflammation, says Dr. Susan Blum. She recommends products containing a mixed blend of 20 billion to 30 billion colony-forming units (CFU) per capsule. September 2018

were less likely to develop osteoarthritis of the knee than less active people. A subsequent paper by University of Illinois researchers found that while each running step levels more force on joints than a walking step, the foot hits the ground less often, so when it comes to wear and tear, it approximates the effect of walking. “Running doesn’t set people up for earlier development of osteoarthritis, and can in fact be protective,” says Gregg, stressing that proper form, a soft running surface and moderation are all important.

later, while the placebo group worsened. In prolotherapy, doctors inject natural substances like dextrose and saline into the joint two to three times for six to eight weeks to promote production of collagen and other tissue-regenerating compounds. “Rather than inject a steroid, which provides a short-term fix by suppressing the immune response, we inject a concentrated solution that ignites the body’s natural healing response,” says Seenauth.

Regenerative Injections

Natural joint pain remedies also encompass acupuncture and meditation. In the UK, a University of York meta-review of 114 studies exploring 22 integrative or complementary therapies for arthritis, including strength and aerobic exercise training, found acupuncture to have the most studies completed and the most promising results. “Acupuncture can be considered as one of the more effective physical treatments for alleviating osteoarthritis knee pain in the short term,” concluded the authors. University of Auckland researchers, in New Zealand, recruited 42 rheuma-

For more advanced cases of osteoarthritis, Seenauth recommends regenerative injections such as prolotherapy and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy. For PRP, doctors draw some of the patient’s blood and spin it down with a centrifuge to isolate platelets loaded with growth-promoting compounds. Then, they inject the platelets into the joint. A study of 78 patients with knee osteoarthritis published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine found that those receiving one or two PRP injections had significantly less pain and better function six months

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toid arthritis patients and assigned half to a program of mindfulness-based stress reduction, described by researchers as “the cultivation of nonjudgmental attention to unwanted thoughts, feelings and bodily experiences via meditation.” While the meditation group saw no change in levels of inflammatory markers in the blood or the number of swollen joints, they did report significantly less morning stiffness, tenderness and pain. The patients, in essence, trained themselves to experience their symptoms differently. “Pain is not just about nerves detecting a noxious stimulant and sending the signal to your brain. The brain has a whole system for processing these signals, and is also informed by your experiences, emotions and cognition,” says Seenauth, who recommends mindfulness meditation to all of his patients. “With the right nutrition, therapies and state of mind,” he says, “you can significantly reduce the impact joint pain has on your life.” Lisa Marshall is a freelance health writer in Boulder, CO. Connect at LisaAnnMarshall.com.

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2018 DIRECTORY DAILY

FRIDAYS

Cape Fear Farmers’ Market of Bladen County – 7am-6pm. Closed Sunday. Year-round deli & bakery, produce available April – November. 106 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Elizabethtown.

Fresh Market at Rankin Terrace – 9:30am12:30pm, year-round. 11th St & Rankin St, Wilmington.

MONDAYS

Columbus County Community Farmers’ Market – 7am-noon thru December 8. 132 Government Complex Road, Whiteville.

Oak Island Farmers & Artisans’ Market – 8am-1pm thru September. SE 46th St, behind Town Hall, Oak Island. Wrightsville Beach Farmers’ Market – 8am1pm through October 29. Seawater Ln, Wrightsville Beach Municipal Grounds.

TUESDAYS

Port City Farmers’ Market – 4-9pm, yearround. Waterline Brewing Co. 721Surry St, Wilmington.

WEDNESDAYS

Robeson County Farmers’ Market – 7am-1pm thru November. 8th St & Elm St, Lumberton. Poplar Grove Farmers’ Market – 8am-1pm thru October 26. Poplar Grove Plantation, 10200 Hwy 17, Wilmington. Southport Waterfront Market – 8am-1pm thru September 29. Fort Johnston Garrison Lawn, 203 E Bay St, Southport.

THURSDAYS

Onslow County Farmers’ Market – 10am-2pm thru August 30. Camp Lejeune, Jacksonville. Wrightsville Beach Brewery Farmers’ Market – 2-6pm thru November 1. Wrightsville Beach Brewery, 6201 Oleander Dr, Wilmington.

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Robeson County Farmers’ Market – 7am-1pm thru November. 8th St & Elm St, Lumberton. Morehead City Curb Market – 8-11:30am. Corner Evans St & 13th St, Morehead City. Carolina Beach Farmers’ Market – 8am-1pm thru September 29. Lake Park Blvd and Atlanta Ave, Carolina Beach. Riverfront Farmers’ Market – 8am-1pm thru November 17. Riverfront Park on Water St, Wilmington. Wilmington Farmers’ Market at Tidal Creek – 8am-1pm year-round. 5329 Oleander Dr, Wilmington. Olde Beaufort Farmers’ Market – 8:30am-1pm thru November. Carteret County Courthouse, 300 Courthouse Square, Beaufort. Onslow County Farmers’ Market – 8:30am1:30pm thru November 17. 4024 Richlands Hwy 258, Jacksonville. River Bluffs Farm Market – 10am-2pm, yearround. Porches Café, 1030 Chair Rd, Castle Hayne.

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Superior Superfoods Nature’s Top Foods to Prevent and Reverse Disease

by Marlaina Donato

eart disease and chronic illnesses like diabetes, Alzheimer’s and inflammatory bowel disease are reaching alarming rates in this country. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 71 percent of all healthcare spending in the U.S. goes

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toward treating people with multiple chronic conditions. Plant-dominant diets have a profound and universal effect on disease prevention, and often pose the potential for reversal. Enlightened institutions like the Loma Linda University School of Medicine, in

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Loma Linda, California, are now offering resident physicians specialized studies in lifestyle medicine based on therapeutic applications of diet. Founding member of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, international speaker and bestselling author Dr. Michael Greger, whose How Not to Die book now has a companion cookbook, is at the forefront of the growing conscious eating for wellness movement. The conclusions he’s drawn from his own practice are supported by the largest study to date on disease risk factors, the Global Burden of Disease, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. “The number one cause of death and cause of disability in the United States is our diet. Genetics loads the gun, but lifestyle pulls the trigger. Genes are not our destiny,” Greger says.

Big Changes Made Easier

Eating superfoods slows inflammation, a major factor in myriad health conditions, and fosters an internal environment that opposes cancer cells. According to Greger, incorporating nutrient-dense foods into our daily diet need not feel like a chore or sacrifice. “If you eat junk, not only are you feeding your precious body crummy fuel, but you’re missing out on choices that are health-promoting,” says Greger, whose free Dr. Greger’s Daily Dozen phone app helps make the switch easy and intriguing. “I’m a fan of techniques for getting more plants on our plates,” says Greger.

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“Try using meat as more of a condiment or flavoring. Find entrées you already like and make them more plant-friendly. For instance, try replacing the taco meat with lentils spiced with traditional taco seasonings.” Other helpful tips include tapping a family member, friend or colleague eager to support healthy choices. It can be difficult to be the only one eating healthfully in any group, but having a support system can help make the transition easier.

Superfoods as Allies

According to Jennifer Di Noia, Ph.D., of William Paterson University of New Jersey, in Wayne, superfoods have 17 nutrients in common that are critical to the prevention of chronic disease, based on findings of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the Institute of Medicine. Phytochemicals are the body’s best source of antioxidants to help fortify cells against cancer and premature aging, as well as reduce the risk of heart disease and some types of dementia. Leafy greens such as col-

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lards, beet tops and certain lettuces, along with cruciferous vegetables, pack the most punch. Surprisingly, popular kale came in at number 15 on the CDC list of 41 superfoods, scoring only 49 out of 100 points for phytonutrient value. Results of an in vitro study published by the journal Nutrition Research spotlight the cholesterol-reducing benefits of steamed collard greens and their ability to boost the body’s natural cholesterol blockers by 13 percent more than the pharmaceutical drug Cholestyramine.

Results as Reward

Greger reminds us that changing our diet can be initially daunting, but better health is worth the effort, as exemplified by one of his leading cases. “I met with an obese, middle-aged man with Type 2 diabetes

in the beginning stages of diabetic neuropathy. After a month of being on a plant-based diet, he had reversed his diabetes and his nerve pain disappeared. Within three months, he no longer needed medications for high cholesterol and high blood pressure. Two decades later, he remains vigorous and free of chronic disease.” Greger’s greatest reward is seeing people enjoying better health. His joy is evident when he confides, “Stories of people regaining health charge my batteries and make me jump out of bed in the morning.” Marlaina Donato is a freelance writer and author of several books, including Multidimensional Aromatherapy. Connect at MarlainaDonato.com.

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Source: Defining Powerhouse Fruits and Vegetables: A Nutrient Density Approach, a study led by Jennifer De Noia, Ph.D., in Preventing Chronic Disease, published by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Visit Dr. Michael Greger’s nonprofit website NutritionFacts.org for free diet information.

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Can we counteract the additional carbon footprint of shipping seafood inland? Eat as local as possible, whenever possible. Typically, U.S. seafood is sustainable seafood. Choose freshwater fish. Seafood is the most perishable ingredient in the kitchen. It’s caught, cleaned, chilled and transported with a short expiration date. Chefs stay with the tried and true because it’s wasted if customers hesitate to order a dish. In a few years, we’ll be eating more seaweed. We are literally loving some species to death. Bluefin tuna will likely become extinct during our lifetime due to our love affair with sushi. We should all rotate the types of fish on our plate, beyond tuna, tilapia and salmon. Good choices include halibut, mahi mahi, Arctic char, black cod and rockfish. Refer to the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch app for where and how fish are caught, if it’s sustainable or to be avoided. Sustainable means it’s fished or farmed with minimal impact on ocean health and will more likely remain available for the future. Half the seafood consumed today is farmed, according to program researchers.

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RICK MOONEN on Why Buying Sustainable Seafood Matters by Sandra Murphy

n early promoter of sustainable fishing, celebrity chef Rick Moonen is the owner of both RM Seafood and Rx Boiler Room, in Las Vegas, and brand promoter for True North Seafood. His cookbook, Fish Without a Doubt: The Cook’s Essential Companion, features only seafood that hasn’t been overfished. He was named Chef of the Year in 2011 by the Monterey Bay Aquarium, which publishes an up-to-date Seafood Watch guide to sustainable species (SeafoodWatch.org). Moonen’s latest project is promoting non-BPA canned seafood to reduce waste, encourage everyone to eat lower on the food chain and give popular fish a chance to rebound.

Do healthy food trends start with chefs or customers asking for more nutritious dishes? Both. Chefs are inherently curious. When a new food is available, they’re challenged to see how it can be used. Customers spread the word via social media. Travel broadens our palate. Trying something new is supercool. Like the wreckfish, some species have unfortunate names. Smart marketing can persuade a consumer to try something unfamiliar. 22

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Consider canned fish in BPA-free containers to better diversify an ocean-sourced diet. There’s no waste because it doesn’t rely on seasonal availability, tastes good and is sustainable. With creative recipes and fun garnishes, simple food can be as much of an experience as fine dining.

How can we avoid trashing the ocean and polluting our seafood? People once thought the ocean was big enough to absorb anything dumped into it and it could replenish anything taken out. Toxic oil spills get publicity, but runoff from agricultural businesses is just as bad. The ocean can’t be used like a toilet. Be a steward of the environment and personalize the message through social media.

Is fish farming a good alternative for salmon and other species? Fish farming has many components. Mistakes were made as people learned best practices during the past 20 years. Early instant demand called for rapid growth, causing overcrowded conditions, stressed fish and the use of antibiotics and genetically modified ingredients in the fish food. Aquaculture shouldn’t be demonized anymore.

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It took a while, but the better companies made changes and continue to refine improvements. They deserve our support. Wild fish are being contaminated by debris and plastic in the water, so farming is a good alternative.

What gives you hope? Influencers are joining the choir of sustainability that I’ve preached for 30 years. Now I’m the Trojan Chef, sitting in on meetings with major suppliers and acting as spokesperson for True North. We need to remember a species doesn’t live alone. Fish produce feces. Mussels love the yucky muck and they’re a great way to clean the water. Symbiotic species work with nature, eliminating the need for manmade chemicals.

What can individuals do? When we’re grocery shopping or eating out, we’re voting with our dollars. Ask, “What kind of fish is this? Where was it caught and how? Is it farmed or wild?” Serving as informed voices not only secures answers, it makes people aware of necessary preferences. Sharing the message can be fun as anxiety melts over tasting the unfamiliar. Host a Chopped or Iron Chef-style competition at home or with a neighbor. When my youngest son was little, there were things he wouldn’t eat out of hand, so I had him help me in the kitchen. Once he was invested in meals, he tasted new dishes. Experimenting can be exciting. Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@mindspring.com. September 2018

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Living with Cat Allergies Simple Home Solutions that Help

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n estimated 10 percent of Americans are allergic to household pets, with sensitivities to cats twice as common as to dogs, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. Most people with cat allergies react to Fel d 1, a protein found on cat skin, although other cat allergens are found on the fur, in saliva and even in their urine, reports a study in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. The tiny Fel d 1 protein attached to a piece of airborne cat hair or skin can linger in the air for hours—much longer than a similarly released dog allergen. It’s also sticky, readily attaching to human skin and clothing, and can even easily transfer to catfree public locations such as a classroom. Male cats tend to produce more of this allergenic protein than females, especially if they’re not neutered. However, all cats produce the Fel d 1 protein, and it’s unrelated to the amount of feline dander

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or shedding. Thus, no truly hypoallergenic cat breed exists, yet some breeds may be better for allergic pet lovers, say Austrian researchers in a study published in the journal Clinical and Translational Allergy. Many people are able to build up tolerance to their kitty over time. Before starting a relationship, first ensure the allergy is not severe. If allergy symptoms are more of a nuisance than a serious health threat, some options can help minimize the problem at home: 4 Consider making the bedroom of any affected family member a cat-free zone. 4 Purchase a high-quality air purifier to clean the air of allergens and other pollutants. 4 To prevent a buildup of allergens indoors, replace carpeting with hard flooring and drapes and curtains with non-fabric window coverings and if possible, avoid upholstered furniture.

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4 Clean the house often and thoroughly, including any surfaces that trap pet hair and dander like couch covers, pillows, bedding and pet beds. 4 Wash bed linens at least weekly in hot water. 4 Wash hands after handling the cat. After snuggling together, consider taking a shower and shampoo before retiring in order to avoid bringing kitty allergens to bed. 4 Feed kitty an anti-inflammatory (grainfree), balanced and species-appropriate diet. Reducing or eliminating the allergenic and genetically modified (GMO) foods a cat eats reduces the allergenic quality of their saliva. 4 Ensure optimal levels of essential fatty acids in their diet to reduce shedding and dander. 4 Bathe the cat regularly, taking care to use only a safe, non-drying, herbal animal shampoo. Karen Shaw Becker, a doctor of veterinary medicine, is a proactive integrative practitioner who consults internationally and writes for Mercola Healthy Pets (HealthyPets.Mercola.com).

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10 BREEDS FOR ALLERGIC CAT LOVERS by Karen Shaw Becker

Balinese

Sometimes called the “longhaired Siamese” for its luxurious coat, Balinese cats nevertheless produce less of the Fel d 1 protein than other breeds.

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Russian Blue

Despite a short, double coat that is silky and plush to the touch, this cat also produces less Fel d 1 protein. They’re known for their loyalty and playful personality.

Cornish Rex

Similar to the Devon Rex, but with a curly fur coat, the Cornish Rex has only a soft undercoat of down hair, compared with a typical three layers, including an undercoat, middle “awn” hair and outer guard hair, so they shed less.

Siberian

Some people love the look of this longhaired, shaggy-coated cat. They also produce less Fel d 1 protein than other breeds, even those with far less fur.

Bengal

Bengals’ uniquely fine fur requires less grooming than many others. Because they spend less time licking their fur, it contains less saliva and their dander is less likely to spread.

Devon Rex

The soft, short and curly coat of this playful breed—known for remaining “kittens at heart”—may normally include bare, furless patches. They shed less than many others.

Oriental Shorthair

The Oriental Shorthair encompasses more than 300 different colors and patterns, all with short, fine coats for minimal shedding. Regular grooming helps control dander.

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This cat’s unique curly coat may help reduce the spread of dander.

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Sphynx

A hairless cat, the Sphynx has no fur to trap allergens from their saliva. However, the Fel d 1 protein will still be present.

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This breed has only a top coat, just one of the three typical layers of coats common to cats, which means less shedding and dander to spread around the home. Reference: Paul Ciampanelli-collated research, Mom.me

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went away completely.” It worked again every time he felt a cold coming on and he hasn’t had a cold since. He asked relatives and friends to try coming on. it. They said it worked for them, too, so he patented CopperZap™ and put it on the market. Soon hundreds of people had tried it and given feedback. Nearly 100% said the copper stops colds New research: Copper stops colds if used early. if used within 3 Colds start when cold viruses get in days, if they still get the cold it is milder your nose. Viruses multiply fast. If you than usual and they feel better. don’t stop them early, they spread in Users wrote things like, “It stopped your airways and cause misery. my cold right away,” and “Is it supBut scientists have found a quick way to kill a virus. Touch it with copper. posed to work that fast?” Pat McAllister, age 70, received Researchers at labs and universities one for Christmas and called it “one agree, copper is “antimicrobial.” It kills of the best presents ever. This little microbes, such as viruses and bacteria, jewel really works.” Now thousands just by touch. That’s why ancient Greeks and Egyp- of users have stopped getting colds. People often use CopperZap tians used copper to purify water and heal wounds. They didn’t know about viruses and bacteria, but now we do. Though skeptical, she tried it several Scientists say the high conductance times a day on travel days for 2 months. of copper disrupts the electrical balance in a microbe cell, destroying it in exclaimed. seconds. Businesswoman Rosaleen says when Tests by the Environmental Protecpeople are sick around her she uses Coption Agency (EPA) show germs die fast perZap morning and night. “It saved me on copper. Some hospitals tried copper last holidays,” she said. “The kids had for surfaces like faucets and doorknobs. colds going around, but not me.” This cut the spread of MRSA and other Some users say it also helps with illnesses by over half, and saved lives. sinuses. Attorney Donna Blight had inventor Doug Cornell an idea. When a 2-day sinus headache. When her he felt a cold coming on he fashioned CopperZap arrived, she tried it. “I am a smooth copper probe and rubbed it shocked!” she said. “My head cleared, gently in his nose for 60 seconds. no more headache, no more congestion.” “It worked!” he exclaimed. “The cold Some users say copper stops nightADVERTORIAL

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CopperZap. No viruses were found alive soon after. People have used it on cold sores and say it can completely prevent ugly outbreaks. You can also rub it gently on wounds, cuts, or lesions to combat infections. textured to improve contact. It kills protect you and your family.

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Meditation with Our Place Gang – 7-8pm. Join for a time of deep relaxation, de-stress and find your center as we meditate together opening to the field of possibilities that are always available to us. Cost: love offering. OUR Place, 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Register OurPlaceILM.com/calendar.

Wilmington Boat Show – 10am-5pm. See September 7 listing. Wilmington.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 Wilmington Boat Show – Noon-6pm. Celebrate the annual Wilmington Boat Show located alongside the Cape Fear River, this destination show is the largest of its kind between Annapolis, MD and Tampa, FL. Come see and experience the latest and greatest in watersports, including boating, sailing, fishing and children’s activities. Cost: $10/$8/$5, adult/senior/military and children 4 to 11, 3 and under free. Wilmington Convention Center, 515 Nutt St, Wilmington. WilmingtonBoatShow.com. Yoga-Mojo Yoga Teacher Training Open House – 3:30-4:30pm. Free. Open house and information session. Learn about the Yoga-Mojo 230-hour teacher training program for 2019. Momentum Yoga & Wellness. 2900 Arendell St, Morehead City. 252-247-9642. The A-Z Apprentice Tarot Course – 6-8pm. 6-week course through October 20 with Cindy Heunemann. Learn the art of Tarot using the RiderWaite deck in this six-week comprehensive course. Cost: $250 course. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. For more information and to register call 910-685-2795.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 Climate Change Rally – 9am. Free admission. In solidarity with the Peoples Climate Movement and locally co-hosted by the Cape Fear Group of the Sierra Club, Alliance for Economic Justice, Communication Workers of America and Cape Fear River Watch to demand that local leaders commit to building a fossilfree world and totally renewable energy that works for all of us. 617 Surrey St, Wilmington. Rise ForClimate. org or ActionNetwork.org for more information. Access Bars – 10am. With Aubrey Clay. Learn the basics of this hands-on healing technique, receive a mini-session to experience it, and find out how many people are benefiting from this therapy worldwide. Cost: $35. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. For more information and to register call 910-685-2795. Our Place Women’s Group – 10-noon. A circle of divine women co-creating in the world. A circle of sharing, of listening and holding space for each other on our journey. Open group, all women are welcome. Cost: $10. Transpersonal Power at OUR Place, 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Register OurPlaceILM.com/calendar. Wilmington Boat Show – 10am-6pm. See September 7 listing. Wilmington.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 Spa Night with Cheryl – 4:30-7:30pm. Indulge yourself and soothe your soul with a variety of modalities. You’ll receive chair massage with Ellen Dauksys, crystal bowl sound therapy with Bright Walker, Reiki with Lauren Hewton and reflexology with Cara Mason. Enjoy appetizers, beverages and more for this girls’ night out. Cost: $75/person. Preregistration required. Momentum Yoga & Wellness. 2900 Arendell St, Morehead City. 252-247-9642. The A-Z Apprentice Tarot Course – 6-8pm. See September 7 listing. Wilmington.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 More Power to You; A Guided Soul Retreat – 11am-1pm. As we go through life, we give our power away to people, places, and events. Missy Purcell will guide through a soul retrieval allowing you to reclaim your personal energy and return to a sense of wholeness. Cost: $20. OUR Place, 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Register: OurPlaceILM.com/calendar.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Carolina Soul Festival – 11am-5pm. 3rd annual community-oriented health, wellness, music and arts-based festival. Education, entertainment, and kid activities. Cost: $5/person, under 10 free. 9480 Ocean Highway, Calabash. For more information, visit CarolinaSoulFestival.com. Astrology Chart Reading – 6:30-8:30pm. Understand how 12 houses, 10 planets and 4 seasons influence life. Cost: $20. Mandala Yoga Center, 208 W Main St, Swansboro. Register 910-325-3600.

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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 Is Your Battery Charged? – 1-2:30pm. Did you know you replace the macula of the eye every 48 hours and your gut mucosa every 3-5 days? We need a strong energy foundation to make new cells. Chronic disease happens when you are missing needed building blocks and your energy is too low to make new cells. Registration required. Cost: $5/$10, Cameron Clinic and The Club Clients / all others. Cameron Clinic of Oriental Medicine, 1928 S 16 th St, Wilmington. 910-342-0999 to reserve space. Community Dinner - 6:40-8pm. Free. Attend a free dinner hosted by Innate Health Family Chiropractic and Wellness at Nineteen Restaurant, 513 Country Club Drive, Hampstead. Learn of the importance your nervous system plays in keeping your body

healthy and strong. Registration required by calling 910-406-1200 or Dinner09172018.EventBrite.com. Pathways Intuitive Group with Linda Thunberg – 7-9pm. The Pineal Gland - access to your Intuition. In this seminar you will learn what the pineal gland is, what effect it has on our intuition & spirituality and what we can do to enhance this gland to activate. If they choose to, each participant will receive resonance activation to their pineal gland. Cost: $20. Transpersonal Power at OUR Place, 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Register: OurPlaceILM.com/calendar.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 Identifying Energy Vampires – 6-8pm. With Eileen & Great Oak. Learn how to identify energy vampires and how to defend yourself from them in this two hour workshop that explores the concepts of energy, spirit, and more. Cost: $25. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1201 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. For more information, call 910-685-2795. Meditation with Our Place Gang – 7-8pm. See September 4 listing. Wilmington.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 Intro to Power – 5-7pm. Intro to Power Thinking workshop with David Coon. David will discuss his new book, Qigong for Beginners, Your Path to Greater Health and Vitality. Cost: $100/$125, advance/ door. McKay Healing Arts studio, 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. For more information, call 910791-1981 or email McKayFrontDesk@gmail.com. Reiki I – 5:30-7pm. With Master Brenna Wilcox. Manual, certificate, practice. Cost: $75. 503 Main St Ext, Swansboro. Register by September 19. 910-326-2600. Mediumship Practice Group – 6:30-8:30pm. With Sheri Perbeck. Strengthen your ability to connect to those who have passed beyond the veil in this professionally guided, judgement-free sacred space. Open to all levels of experience. Cost: $35. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1201 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. For more information, call 910-685-2795.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 Seminar; Lasting Immunity – 9-11:30am. Learn to balance your immune system to keep your resistance strong all year. Discover lifestyle strategies known to help prevent cancer, autoimmunity and chronic disease, and refresh your mindset to experience a fulfilled, healthy life. Free. Innate Health Family Chiropractic and Wellness, 14886 RT 17N, Hampstead. For more info and to register, call 910-406-1200.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 Moving through Life’s Transitions and Shifts (Chosen or Not) – 9:30am-noon. Join psychologist Denise Tervo in exploring life’s transitions as they bring both excitement and new beginnings, or the shadow side of fear, worry, avoidance and emotional blocks. Whether we chose the transitions or shifts, they happen anyways, and we all must deal with them and find the gifts and grace in the process. Cost: $25. OUR Place, 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Register: OurPlaceILM.com/calendar.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 Full Moon Qigong – Meet 30 minutes before sunset. Certified qi gong instructor and licensed acupuncturist, Alison L. Born leads a Full Moon Qigong 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. Healing Circle – 7-9pm. Join us for a 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 us for our monthly healing circle. Cost: love offering. OUR Place, 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Register: OurPlaceILM.com/calendar.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

Our Place Open House – 5:30-10pm. Explore and learn about the collaboration of practitioners and teachers available, coming from many different backgrounds and streams of consciousness, but with the same core spiritual vision of raising the energy, collective consciousness and love of the world. Free. OUR Place, 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Register: OurPlaceILM.com/calendar.

Reiki I – 8am-noon. See September 20 listing. Swansboro.

The A-Z Apprentice Tarot Course – 6-8pm. See September 7 listing. Wilmington.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 Reiki I – 5:30-7pm. See September 20 listing. Swansboro. The A-Z Apprentice Tarot Course – 6-8pm. See September 7 listing. Wilmington.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 All Our Relationships – 10am-4pm. Workshop based on the teachings of Louise Hay by three licensed Heal Your Life teachers. Unity of Wilmington, 717 Orchard Ave, Wilmington. Cost: $45/person. For more information and to register, call Anette at Unity at 910-763-5155 or Terri at 910-470-2745.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13 The Night Fall Fair – 3-11pm. Join for an evening of magic and fun featuring some of the Cape Fear’s best psychics, healers, and artists. Free entry. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. For more information, call 910-685-2795.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20 Sharron’s Fabulous Crystal Trunk Show – 1-5pm. Again on Sunday October 21, Two days of unique crystal and gem shopping with special guest visit from Sharron Britton. Free entry. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1201 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. For more information, call 910-685-2795.

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Holistic & Psychic Fair – 11am-6pm. 6 th Semiannual. Psychics & Mediums, tarot card readings, angel intuitive readings, John of God Crystal Healing Bed, Aura Photography, Cymatics, Reiki, Chair Massage, Jewelry, Crystals, Tuning Forks and more. Complementary talks and food truck plus raﬄe with prizes. Cost: $7 entry fee. Coastline Convention Center, 501 Nutt St, Wilmington. 910-352-7495.

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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 are for beginner birders and all are welcome. Ages 5 and up. 4099 S 17th St, Wilmington. Registration required. 910-341-0075. Psychic Readings – 11am-4pm. With Eileen & Great Oak. Drop-in welcome. Cost: $40/$75, 30-/60-minute sessions. Blue Lagoon Wellness Center, 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington. Call to schedule 910-685-2795.

monday Geri-Fit – 8:30-9:15am. Geri-Fit, a Monday morning class. Senior Resource Center, 2222 S College Rd, Wilmington. 910-798-6409. Qigong – 6:15pm. With Joe Abbate. Beginners welcome. Cost: $15. McKay Healing Arts Studio, 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. 910-791-1981. Heal Your Life Gathering – 7-8:30pm. 4th Monday. There are 3 Heal Your Life teachers in Wilmington and who meet once a month to explore various topics Louise Hay style. Cost: love offering. Unity of Wilmington, 717 Orchard Ave, Wilmington. Contact Terri Mann at 910-470-2745 for more information.

tuesday Qigong – 10-11am. With Brenna Wilcox. All ages and conditions welcome. 503 W Broad St, Swansboro. Cost: $40/4 sessions. Call Brenna Wilcox 508-280-8651. Qigong – 5:30-6:30pm. With David Coon. All are welcome. No experience needed. Cost: $20. McKay Healing Arts Studio, 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. 910-791-1981. Register: QigongAwareness.com. Qigong – 6:30-7:30pm. With Brenna Wilcox. All ages and conditions welcome. 830 Main St Ext, Swansboro. Cost: $40/4 sessions. Call Brenna Wilcox 508-280-8651.

wednesday Monthly Bird Hikes – 8-9:30am. 2nd Wednesday. Fly over to participate in monthly Bird Hikes, cohosted with Wild Bird & Garden. Birders of all levels are encouraged, over 200 species recorded. Cost: $9/$5, adults/New Hanover County residents

and military (ID required), free for members. Airlie Gardens, 300 Airlie Rd, Wilmington. 910-798-7700. Zumba Gold – 9am. Latin dance moves in a fitness workout setting; move and groove and just have fun. Cost: $6/1 class-day pass. Forever Fit Fitness Center, 214 Sneads Ferry Rd, Sneads Ferry. 910-327-2293. 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 Group Hypnosis – Join the Transpersonal hypnotherapists of Our Place for a wonderful opportunity to have an experience of hypnosis. In September we will be exploring Inner Healing, Smoking Cessation and Expanding Your Power Center. Transpersonal Hypnosis offers an opportunity to shift subconscious beliefs with ease and is personalized to your unique needs. Cost: $20. Transpersonal Power at OUR Place 4320 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. Register OurPlaceILM.com/calendar. 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. Qigong – 5:30-6:30pm. With Melissa Culbreth. All are welcome. No experience needed. Cost: $15. McKay Healing Arts Studio, 4916 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington. 910-791-1981.

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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 Intermediate Yoga – 8:30am. Power Yoga moves sing the Sun Salutation, Moon Salutation, Warrior I, II, III and many advanced poses in a flow series to give a challenging workout. Teaching breathing, stretching, and muscle endurance to hold poses. Cost: $6/1 class-day pass. Forever Fit Fitness Center, 214 Sneads Ferry Rd, Sneads Ferry. 910-327-2293. Cape Fear River Watch Seminar – 9am. 1st Saturday. CFRW hosts Educational Seminar with guest speakers. Free. Cape Fear River Watch Headquarters, 617 Surry St, Wilmington. 910-762-5606. Qigong – 10-11am. Teachers rotate. All are welcome. No experience needed. Cost: $15. 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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THE CLUB AT CAMCLINIC

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. THE ACUPUNCTURE ALTERNATIVE

ACUPUNCTURE CAPE FEAR COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE

Alison Larmee Born, LAc, FABORM 3802 Park Ave, Wilmington 910-352-4555 • CapeFearAcupuncture.com Southeastern NC’s only 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 20.

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 24.

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 23.

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.

WILMINGTON ACUPUNCTURE

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.

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Nan Cameron, MSN, RN, LAc 1928 S 16th St, Wilmington 910-342-0999 • CamClinic.com Located at the Cameron Clinic of Oriental Medicine, The Club increases your treatment options utilizing complementary alternative therapies. We help you design a program that meets your health and wellness goals utilizing cutting-edge technology. Let us be part of your team! See ad, page 19.

BIOIDENTICAL HORMONE THERAPY BIO SYMMETRY

Dr. Chris A. Pate, MD 265 Racine Dr, Ste 102, Wilmington 910-399-6661 • BioSymmetry.com Are you experiencing any of the following: muscle loss, weight gain, night sweats, vaginal dryness, low sex drive, memory loss, mood swings, depression, anxiety, erectile dysfunction? You could have declining hormones and benefit from Bioidentical Hormone Therapy for both men and women. See ad, page 18.

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 18.

HANDS ON HEALTH

Dr. Mindy McDaries, DC 5725 Oleander Dr, Ste F5 910-796-1311 • KarensChiro.com Arriving from Nashville, TN, Dr. Mindy McDaries joins Hands on Health contributing additional expertise in chiropractic and holistic health care providing comprehensive care focusing on total body balance through the use of chiropractic, applied kinesiology, and nutritional support. Dr. Mindy’s skills also include multi radiance laser therapy and instrument assisted soft tissue therapy (IAST). She is especially passionate about pre-natal and pediatric care. She is presently accepting new patients. See ad, page 13.

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BLUE LAGOON WELLNESS CENTER

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 15.

Kinney has been successfully healing and changing bodies for 10 years using the profound body conditioning method of Pilates. Kinney enjoys working with clients who are looking for real change and long-lasting transformation. She is certified through Romana's Pilates, has 1200+ hours of Pilates training and 8,000 hours of real teaching experience. See ad, page 7.

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 18.

340 Goodman Rd, Leland 910-253-5964 SheltonHerbFarm.com

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 3 and 21.

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 7.

NATURAL SERVICES D3 CLEANING SERVICES 910-512-6245

Having your home or business free from harsh chemicals is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. We use all natural/organic cleaners and offer schedules to fit your need. Services include general and deep cleaning: carpet, grout, exterior, etc. Insured. Bonded. Licensed. Call for your free quote today.

Kinney Fontecchio, Owner/Instructor 704 Decatur Rd, Jacksonville 910-459-3847

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.

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 15.

Pat and Jo Zachry 1202 Floral Pkwy, Wilmington 910-685-2795 BlueLagoonWellnessCenter.com

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 3.

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 10.

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