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Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

14 A BEAUTIFUL

SMILE IS JUST THE BEGINNING

by Elisa Smith

16 THE POWER

OF FRIENDSHIP

It Sustains, Nourishes and Supports Us

by Judith Fertig

18 YOUR MOUTH

TELLS A STORY

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Functional Dentistry Connects Oral Health to Sleep Apnea and Heart Disease

by Linda Sechrist

20 THE POWER OF

CONSCIOUS DANCE

Creative Movement Connects

Body, Mind and Spirit

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letterfrompublisher I recall meeting my first BFF (best friend forever). I met

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Liz when I was 7 years old after moving next door to her. I was the new kid, in a new neighborhood and a new school. Since we were the same age, we became friends instantly. Several years later, I moved again into another neighborhood, where I met my second BFF, April. We were friends through middle and high school.

Many years have passed, but I am able to stay connected with these two through Facebook.

I’ve always had a very small group of friends. I learned from an early age to choose my friends carefully. I need to be able to trust someone before letting them into my life. I’ve had friends come and go, and I learned something from each one of them. Often, I felt obligated to keep them in my life if they were related or if I’d known them for many years. However, as I’ve gotten older, I’ve learned to cut out those that were there only when they needed something from me. Life is too short to stay friends with people that deplete your self-worth and hurt your emotional well-being.

Since I began publishing Natural Awakenings, I’ve met some pretty amazing people whom I consider to be true friends. These people are like-minded and are on a mission to help our world be a better place. My small group of BFFs have helped me through challenges, motivated me when I was down and encouraged me to move forward, and I have done the same for them. It’s very important to have people in your life that lift you up, not bring you down. I encourage you to read our feature article, “The Power of Friendship,” to learn why friendships are important in our lives.

My most recent Natural Awakenings-inspired friendship began last month.

While attending the expo at the Louisiana Marathon, I had the pleasure of having a vendor table next to Dane Rauschenburg, from Portland, Oregon. Dane is a runner who ran 52 marathons in 52 consecutive weeks, writing a book about what he learned along the way. I mentioned that running a marathon has been on my bucket list for a while, and that I hoped to complete the mission by my 40th birthday. He encouraged me and supported my goal. This was important, since most people would think I’m crazy for wanting to run 26.2 miles. Dane and I are now Facebook friends, and I will definitely keep him updated with my progress, as I am sure he will continue to encourage me to run.

What about you? Who is your BFF? Is it your spouse, family member or friend from high school? Whoever the person is, I hope they encourage you to chase your dreams, even when those dreams are (a little) crazy.

Happy February,

Jamie Shakotko, Publisher NABatonRouge.com

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newsbriefs Natural Awakenings Celebrates Two-Year Anniversary

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atural Awakenings of Greater Baton Rouge will celebrate its second anniversary from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., February 26, at Fleauxt Floatation and Dry Salt Therapy, in Baton Rouge.

Readers and supporters of the magazine are encouraged to attend to meet our advertisers and celebrate two years of success. Light refreshments will be served.

Publisher Jamie Shakotko found a copy of Natural Awakenings in Miami, Florida, several years ago while attending a health and wellness conference. After reading the magazine from cover to cover, she knew the Greater Baton Rouge area needed the healthy and sustainable living publication. In February 2014, the premiere issue was released.

Distributed in East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Livingston and Ascension parishes, Natural Awakenings of Greater Baton Rouge recently expanded to West Feliciana parish, reaching over 25,000 people in the community.

Cost: Free. Location: 8312 Jefferson Hwy., Ste. 4, Baton Rouge. For more information, call 225-238-1200 or visit NaturalAwakenings2.eventbrite.com.

Learn Healthy Ways at Irene W. Pennington Wellness Day for Women

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ennington Biomedical Research Center and Foundation will host its 16th annual Irene W. Pennington’s Wellness Day for Women, from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., February 27, in the C.B. Pennington, Jr. Building, in Baton Rouge. A Zumba demonstration will begin at 8:45 a.m. and a lunch of pastalaya with white beans and cole slaw will be served at 11:30 a.m. The event is expected to draw between 700 and 800 women.

Breakout sessions led by local health professionals will explore many relevant topics, including Easy Physical Activities at Work and Home, Health Tech Tools, Anxiety and Stress Reduction, Heart Disease Risk and Prevention, Sleep Issues, and Understanding Pelvic Floor Problems and Treatments. Attendees can choose to attend one of two general sessions: Pennington’s Healthier Louisiana Research Initiatives: Diabetes, Dementia, Childhood Obesity; or Clean Eating, which features a cooking demonstration.

In addition to the scheduled sessions, visitors can participate in free health screenings and visit exhibitor booths that feature products and services related to women’s health, nutrition and wellness. Health screenings include skin and colorectal screening kits, heart rhythm and stroke risk assessments, blood pressure and blood glucose levels, body fat percentage, body mass index and strength training to improve bone density.

Cost: Free. Women ages 18 and up are welcome. Location: 6400 Perkins Rd., Baton Rouge. For more information, call 225-763-2629. To register, visit pbrc.edu.

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ntoinette Johnson has opened Source Connect Studio and Gallery, located at 4606 Jones Creek Road, Suite 110, in Baton Rouge. The studio offers instructor-guided painting classes, art meditation, painting parties and a meeting space for small groups.

Johnson created Source Connect to encourage creativity and a sense of community in an open and inspiring environment. The studio provides services that strengthen an individual’s connection with the self and others while supporting and promoting the work of artists who represent various styles and levels of expertise.

Johnson is a visual and intuitive artist working primarily with acrylics. A Navy veteran, her work has been featured in displays to honor veterans, exhibited at public libraries throughout the state and regularly appears at various festivals and art shows. Johnson’s diagnosis with a rare form of cancer and other life experiences have provided her with a sense of acceptance. “You have to allow a thing to be what it is and enjoy the process as it unfolds” Johnson explains. “Art lessons are often life lessons.”

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Body Sculpt Barre Studio Offers Pilates Chair Classes

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ody Sculpt Barre Studio (BSB), in Prairieville, now offers Chair Sculpt, a Pilates chair class, on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. New clients can enjoy their first class for free.

The chair is considered to be the most challenging piece of Pilates equipment in terms of building strength in the core, legs and shoulders. These classes can help skiers, runners, tennis players, golfers and other clients interested in increasing strength, building lean muscles and creating a strong, sculpted core. More athletic than a Pilates Reformer, the chair class is infused with challenging exercises from the barre for a complete workout.

“We are always looking for new ways to challenge our clients,” says BSB owner and instructor Shelly Saurage. “With our innovative classes and effective workouts, our clients experience rapid results.”

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wo Breathe Easy Yoga classes will be held at 9 a.m. and 5:45 p.m. Mondays in the dry salt therapy room at Fleauxt Floatation & Dry Salt Therapy. Led by Certified Yoga Instructor Julie Leiby, classes will be limited to four participants.

Breathe Easy Yoga classes use postures and breathing techniques to maximize the benefits of dry salt therapy. The sequences help to strengthen and stretch the muscles of respiration while teaching students to breathe properly to increase vitality and well-being.

Dry salt therapy, also known as halotherapy, is exposure to micro-sized salt particles that are inhaled and come into contact with the skin. Since dry salt is antibacterial, it actively kills bacteria and reduces inflammation in the respiratory system. Dry salt therapy keeps the lungs and skin clean, boosts oxygen circulation, energizes the whole body and enhances mental alertness.

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Dental Assistant Program Begins in March

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edical Training College, in Baton Rouge, is enrolling students for the dental assistant program scheduled to begin in March. Potential students are encouraged to tour the campus and schedule a personal interview with the financial aid office.

Increased public awareness of the importance of good dental health has increased demand for qualified dental assistants. Medical Training College’s Dental Assistant program is 7.5 months and allows students to work in a clean environment, under the supervision of dentists and dental specialists.

Students learn to work side by side with dentists, helping to deliver efficient and effective dental care to patients. A strong emphasis is placed on academic excellence, professionalism, competence and accountability.

Medical Training College’s Director, Lola Summers, says, “We give our students individual attention while providing quality instruction by our experienced teaching staff. Their success is our highest goal.”

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newsbriefs Professional Qigong Training Comes to New Orleans

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i Revolution, a Qigong Breathing and Food Healing seminar, will take place from February 19 to 21 at the New Orleans Convention Center. Classes include Healing Postures and Power Breathing from 6 to 9 p.m., February 19, Food Medicine and Qigong 9-Breath Method from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., February 20, and Strength Training and Massage Qigong Style from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., February 21. Sixteen continuing education hours will be available for massage therapists.

Qigong Breathing can help naturally resolve health issues. The 9-Breath Method, a signature technique taught to over 50,000 people at Qi Revolution workshops around the country, can help participants transcend the physical and experience the self as pure energy. Food Healing Science is another significant component of the seminar, along with Strength Training, Hands on Healing, Reflexology, Tui Na Massage, Five Elements and more.

Qi Revolution is taught by two teachers, Kai Van Bodegm, who studied 10 years in China to master the massage and acupuncture arts, and Jeff Primack, who has taught Qigong nationwide for 15 years. His mission is to help people reconnect with their most natural and strongest self.

Cost: $99. Location: 900 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans. For more information, call 1-800-298-8970 or visit QiRevolution.com. See ad, page 32.

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The tanning spray is applied with an airbrush wand to achieve a natural-looking summer glow all year long.

Body Works by Vickie uses Norvell Sunless Spray Solutions, a company dedicated to using healthy and green ingredients for a holistic approach to tanning. The products are non-toxic and free of parabens, gluten, sulfates, propylene glycol and synthetic fragrances, producing a fresh-off-the-beach tan.

Owner Vickie Rush says, “Our organic spray tans are better and safer than the sun.�

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wo Pranic Healing courses will be offered on February 19 through 21 at the Baton Rouge Marriot. The two-day Pranic Healing Level I course will be offered from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., February 19, and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., February 20. The Pranic Healing Level II course will be held from 6 to 10 p.m., February 20, and from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., February 22.

Pranic Healing has been taught to doctors, nurses, massage therapists, acupuncturists, chiropractors, and many others in the healing field.

It is an effective, no-touch healing modality that uses life force or prana to heal physical and emotional ailments. The courses will teach physical Duane and Susan Anderson healing, energy anatomy and scanning, distant and self-healing, meditation and stress relief.

Instructors Duane and Susan Anderson are Certified Associate Pranic Healers and Certified Pranic Healing Level I and Level II Instructors. The Andersons established the Pranic Healing Centre of DeLand, Florida, and the SouthEast Regional Pranic Healing Centre in Cary, North Carolina. They relocated to the Phoenix area in fall 2013 to continue to spread the teachings of Grand Master Choa Kok Sui. Cost: $350/Level I; $450/Level II. Location: Baton Rouge Marriot, 5500 Hilton Ave., Baton Rouge. For more information, call 480-818-3156 or visit PranicHealing.com/Events.

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healthbriefs

BIFIDOBACTERIA PROBIOTIC FENDS OFF COLDS AND FLU

Olive Oil Compound Kills Cancer Cells

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Neuromuscular Dentistry: Treating More than Teeth

HIGH-FRUCTOSE SWEETENER AGGRAVATES ASTHMA AND BRONCHITIS

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esearchers from Rutgers University have found that an ingredient in olive oil will kill cancer cells in under an hour. The researchers tested a compound called oleocanthal, a central component of extra virgin olive oil, and found that it caused the premature death of cancer cells in the laboratory by puncturing cancer cell vesicles, called lysosomes.

“We needed to determine if oleocanthal was targeting that protein and causing the cells to die,” says Paul Breslin, Ph.D., a professor of nutritional sciences in the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences at Rutgers and co-author of the study, published in Molecular and Cellular Oncology.

The research also found that the olive oil compound didn’t damage healthy cells. Breslin states that the compound merely “put them to sleep” for a day, after which they resumed their normal, healthy functioning.

Senior author David Foster, Ph.D., of Hunter College, points out that additional studies are necessary to determine if the compound halts tumor growth. “We also need to understand why it is that cancerous cells are more sensitive to oleocanthal than non-cancerous cells,” he says.

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euromuscular dentistry uses the latest technology in oral health care to treat the entire functional system that allows individuals to chew, swallow, speak, sing and yawn—all activities and functions related to the mouth. Focusing on the alignment of the muscles and joints of the jaw, a neuromuscular practice seeks to treat the underlying causes of dental and health issues.

Every day, pressure is placed on the jaws and if any part of it is misaligned, the pressure can be misdirected, causing a multitude of issues and problems. Neuromuscular dentists focus on realigning the jaw in such a way that it will function appropriately and be able to absorb the pressure that is put on it without negatively impacting other areas of a person’s health. These issues can include grinding; headaches and migraines; pain or pressure in and around the eye; sinus problems; tinnitus (ringing in the ears); clogging or stiffness in the ear; stiffness or soreness in the neck, shoulders and back; radiating pain down the arms to the fingers; snoring and vertigo. Neuromuscular dentists are often able to provide treatment and relief to patients suffering with these issues.

Neuromuscular dentistry is not just for patients with jaw alignment issues.

While making even small changes to a patient’s teeth, a neuromuscular dentist will consider the impact on overall function and plan the treatment in a way that preserves or improves the harmony of the system.

Source: Frank Sullivan, Doctor of Dental Surgery. For more information, call 225635-4422 or visit SullivanDental.com. See ad, page 11.

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n a study published in the British Journal of Nutrition, researchers found that supplementing with bifidobacteria probiotics will reduce colds and flu. The study followed 581 college students for six weeks as they prepared for their final exams. During the study period, the students consumed a placebo or a daily supplement with one of three probiotics, including Bifidobacterium bifidum.

The students given the bifidum supplement experienced significantly fewer cold or flu infections, and when they did succumb, the infection was generally less severe. The other probiotic supplements did not reduce colds or flu compared to the placebo for the six weeks.

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large study from the New York Medical College and the University of Massachusetts found that high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is linked to a greater risk of asthma and chronic bronchitis. The research included 2,801 people between the ages of 20 and 55 years old. The scientists utilized health data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey of 2003 to 2006 to compare people with a history of chronic bronchitis.

The study measured the types of soft drinks consumed, eliminating risks related to known asthma relationships such as smoking. The researchers found those that drank five or more HFCScontaining sodas per week had an 80 percent increased incidence of chronic bronchitis. Greater intake of HFCS has also been linked with higher risk of other health conditions, including diabetes and obesity.

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globalbriefs News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

Green Goalposts

Super Bowl Eco-Stadium Gains National Spotlight The 50th Super Bowl will take place February 7 at the brandnew Levi’s Stadium, in Santa Clara, outside San Francisco, and the anniversary isn’t the only thing that’s historic. As part of a trend toward sustainability in athletic facilities, it’s the greenest and most technologically advanced professional football stadium in the U.S. The structure is designed to support sustainability, located on a site with accessible public transportation plus a bike path to encourage fans to pedal to and from games.

Its predominantly open and airy, environmentally friendly building plan also takes advantage of the Silicon Valley climate. One outstanding feature is the green roof atop the suite tower on the west side of the stadium. Another is the three solar bridges connecting the main parking area to the stadium that generate energy from hundreds of solar panels.

All of the wood used was repurposed from a local airplane hangar at Moffett Field, in Mountain View, California, and other reclaimed building products were used where possible. Reclaimed water sources serve potable and non-potable uses, including playing field irrigation. The local suppliers providing farm-to-table food menus also are required to practice composting and recycling to the greatest extent possible.

For more information, visit LevisStadium.com.

Nice Spice

McCormick Going Non-GMO McCormick, the world’s largest spice company, plans to eliminate almost all genetically modified (GMO) ingredients from their product line by 2016. In response to increased consumer demand for healthier options, 80 percent of its overall gourmet herb and spice business in the U.S. will be both organic and non-GMO by 2016, as well as all McCormick-branded herbs, spices and extracts sold in the U.S.

They will voluntarily label the updated products to inform consumers as part of a commitment to transparency and consumer education. The first product introduced, a non-GMO vanilla extract, is already available.

McCormick also uses steam treatments in its processing to preserve the health benefits of spices instead of the ionizing irradiation used by competitors. Although food radiation is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, some studies link it to significant health problems.

“Our consumers are increasingly interested in quality flavors with pure ingredients in their food,” says McCormick President and Chief Operating Officer Lawrence Kurzius. “Our efforts prove that we are listening to consumers and are committed to continuing to evolve.”

Source: NaturalNews.com

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Doctor’s Orders

GMO Labeling Endorsed

by Physicians Even as the federal government pursues H.R. 1599, aka the “Deny Americans the Right to Know” (DARK) act, mainstream medicine is urging the government to abandon its resistance to GMO (genetically modified organism) labeling. They are bolstered by a recent announcement by the World Health Organization that glyphosate (the active ingredient in Monsanto’s Roundup weed killer) is probably carcinogenic in humans. The genetic engineering ends up making crops resistant to the herbicide so more must be applied.

According to contributing doctors from Harvard, Mt. Sinai Medical Center and the University of Wisconsin reporting in the New England Journal of Medicine, “GM crops are now the agricultural products most heavily treated with herbicides, and two of these herbicides may pose risks of cancer.”

A recent notice in the same journal, “GMOs, Herbicides and Public Health,” reports: “The application of biotechnology to agriculture has been rapid and aggressive. The vast majority of the soy and [feed] corn grown in the United States are now genetically engineered. Foods produced from GM crops have become ubiquitous.”

Sixty-four countries, including Russia and China, have already adopted transparency in labeling laws, but U.S. Big Food and Big Ag lobbyists have stonewalled efforts domestically.

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A Beautiful Smile is Just the Beginning

by Elisa Smith

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hile most people associate dental care with a beautiful smile, functional dentists recognize that oral health extends far beyond aesthetics and is closely tied to overall health. “Many diseases manifest as oral issues,” says Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) Kurt LeJeune, of Cypress Dental. “That’s why each of our patients receives a comprehensive exam to determine not Kurt LeJeune, DDS only the state of their oral health, but their overall health as well.

Beautiful smiles are just the beginning of what we do.”

Among the issues addressed by LeJeune are head, neck and facial pain, which can be the result of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. In addition to localized pain, TMJ issues can manifest in a number of other ways, including earaches, stuffiness or ringing in the ears, jaw clicking or popping, and changes in vision. “Most medical doctors are trained to treat symptoms only and will often prescribe muscle relaxers, anti-inflammatories, pain medication or antidepressants, none of which usually address the root cause of the problem,” says LeJeune.

Frank Sullivan, DDS, of Sullivan Dental Center, agrees. Frustrated by the industry’s traditional approach to dental care, Sullivan completed a two-year fellowship in neuromuscular dentistry in 2013 at the renowned Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies.

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The most important factor in functional dentistry is the consideration of the root cause as it relates to the patient’s overall health.

“TMJ is an imbalance that affects your jaw and teeth, causing pain in the muscles, joint, and elsewhere.

By restoring balance, you can restore comfort and Frank Sullivan, DDS function to your jaw,” explains Sullivan. “In many cases, these issues can be effectively addressed through the use of innovative dental procedures that can help to alleviate pain and discomfort.”

TMJ disorders are closely related to sleep apnea in some patients and correcting one issue will often resolve the other. Sullivan says an estimated 60 percent of men and 40 percent of women between the ages of 40 and 60 snore, a primary symptom of sleep apnea. While many people associate the treatment with bulky, noisy CPAP machines, Sullivan claims the condition can be effectively treated with an unobtrusive oral appliance endorsed by the American Sleep Disorder Association and he works with patients’ physicians to design the appropriate appliance.

As the first dentist in Louisiana to treat patients suffering from snoring,

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insomnia and sleep apnea using dental appliances, LeJeune works with physicians in a similar way. “Working cooperatively with the patient’s physician offers the best outcomes for individuals with sleep disorders such as snoring, insomnia, hypersomnia, hypopnea and/ or apnea,” claims LeJeune.

Sleep issues can affect children as well as adults, though the symptoms may manifest differently. Candice Sullivan, DDS, also of Sullivan Dental Center, contends that a diagnosis of AtCandice Sullivan, DDS tention Deficit Disorder or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder can be a sign that the child is simply exhausted from not getting a good night’s sleep, often due to an airway obstruction. Enlarged tonsils or adenoids can narrow the child’s airway, requiring greater effort to simply breathe.

“Roughly 75 percent of tonsillectomies and adenoidectomies performed today are now done to treat nighttime breathing disorders,” she says, adding that an undersized palate can cause similar issues. In that case, the child’s palate can be painlessly expanded using a custom functional appliance cemented to their upper teeth. For this and other reasons, Sullivan recommends that children have their first dental visit by their first birthday. “I realize that may seem young to many parents but proper bottle and feeding habits offer the best opportunity to prevent tooth decay and alignment issues down the road,” she states. “The result is a happier, healthier child.”

Clay Couvillon, DDS, also of Sullivan Dental Center, contends that mouth flora is the optimal indicator of oral health. By measuring the pH of a patients’ saliva, he can determine whether the mouth is too acidic to achieve oral health without intervention. “When the patient’s pH is too acidic (around 5.5), brushing and flossing aren’t enough to maintain good oral hygiene,” he says. In the case of too

much acidity, Couvillon prescribes individualized, at-home treatments to help restore dental health, including nutritional guidelines for a more alkaline diet.

He also works Clay Couvillon, DDS with cancer patients referred by Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, in Baton Rouge, to restore a healthy mouth flora for patients, either in advance of chemotherapy and/or radiation, or following either protocol.

Where decay is an issue, both dental practices offer tooth-colored, resin composite fillings and will remove old mercury amalgams upon request.

Among LeJeune’s certifications is one established by Dr. Bob Marshall for the process. “We follow Dr. Marshall’s protocol because it is the most stringent,” notes LeJeune, who is one of the relatively few dentists in the United States to receive this certification. “In addition to various safeguards designed to protect the patient’s health throughout the removal process, this protocol uses a laser to disinfect the tooth prior to refilling.” The laser kills 99.9 percent of bacteria, resulting in a better bond and less sensitivity.

In situations where the tooth cannot be saved and restoration is necessary, Couvillon offers dental implants and oral surgery. “Implants may be an option if the patient has adequate bone density and immune strength,” says Couvillon, who completed the Maxi Course for Implant Dentistry in Atlanta, Georgia, a rigorous certification requiring over 300 hours performing implant placements. LeJeune is certified in the placement of non-titanium, Z System dental implants, which consist of a single component, making them less obtrusive, easier to keep clean and a safer alternative for those with allergy issues. Both practices offer the traditional options of crowns, bridges and veneers, which are custom designed and produced in-office.

Regardless of the issue being treated, the most important factor in functional dentistry is the consideration of the root cause as it relates to the patient’s overall health. “It’s not enough to address symptoms while ignoring their underlying cause,” notes LeJeune.

Frank Sullivan concurs, saying, “A neuromuscular dentist will always consider the harmony of the entire system.”

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THE POWER OF FRIENDSHIP It Sustains, Nourishes and Supports Us

by Judith Fertig

For a reason, a season or a lifetime, friends help us cope with challenges, motivate our best work and celebrate life. Friendships take many forms, crossing generations and self-imposed boundaries, and even spring up between unlikely confidants.

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hildhood friends Matt Damon and Ben Affleck collaborated on the Oscar-winning screenplay for Good Will Hunting. Fierce tennis competitors Serena Williams and Caroline Wozniacki like to get together for a gal-pal getaway after a major match.

Country music artists Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood married following an 18-year friendship; “We had a lot more in common than I ever dreamed we did,” says Brooks.

Rafts of research confirm how friendship enriches us. Carlin Flora, of New York City, spent years as a Psychology Today writer and editor before penning Friendfluence: The Surprising Ways Friends Make Us Who We Are. She notes that among the varied and perhaps unforeseen benefits, friendships can help us “shed pounds, sleep better, stop smoking and even survive a major illness.”

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An ongoing, two-decade-plus study of nearly 1,500 seniors by the Flinders University Centre for Ageing Studies, in Australia, found those with a large network of friends outliving others with the fewest friends by 22 percent. The University of Chicago National Opinion Research Center also reports people with five or more close friends as 50 percent more likely to describe themselves as “very happy” than those maintaining fewer confidants.

“Friends past and present play powerful and often unappreciated roles in determining our sense of self and the direction of our lives,” says Flora. “Even in a supposedly meritocratic society, friends give jobs and assignments to each other, so having friends that share your career interests and aspirations can get you much farther than you could ever get on your own.”

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Make New Friends, Keep the Old Today, making and keeping friends can be challenging, due to distance, frequent life changes, overprotective parenting and substituting social media for more intimate face time. It all makes friendship more fluid than we might realize, says Shasta Nelson, the San Francisco founder of GirlFriendCircles. com, a women’s friendship matching site and author of Friendships Don’t Just Happen: The Guide to Creating a Meaningful Circle of Girlfriends, plus the upcoming book, Frientimacy, about deepening such relationships.

“Most of us replace half of our close friends every seven years,” says Nelson. Although this might seem alarming, she considers it a natural ebb and flow. “We all need a couple of very close friends, while others that come and go might just be what we currently need—at work or school, among firsttime parents, in a new neighborhood, starting a job, in retirement or during some other life change,” she says.

Canadian Greg Tjosvold, a married middle school teacher in Vancouver, Canada, has enjoyed great friendships with women, including his wife, partly because he doesn’t relate to men’s generally competitive nature and interest in sports. But when a close female friend moved away, he wanted to expand his circle to include men. He joined a group called The Barley Brethren that sample craft beers and talk about life. Although not into suds, he values “having a safe and enjoyable place to discuss deep issues, victories and temporary setbacks.” He admits, “That’s over-simplification, though.” Finding a group of men he can feel a part of has validated him, making this unique man still feel like one of the guys.

Nelson categorizes the concentric circles of developing friendship as starting with a mutually agreeable acquaintance or contact, and then moving emotionally closer with someone that we find similarities with. Then the original bond can enter the confirmed friend category. A group of friends, like a longtime book club, can constitute a community. The highest level is the committed friend that has evolved into a trusted and valuable life companion.

Sarah Huntsman Reed, a medical counselor in Kansas City, Missouri, has such a lifelong friend. She met Doug Reed, now a pharmacist, when both were in their high school musical, Once Upon a Mattress. Reed had a great sense of humor, Sarah remembers. “He’s still the most honest yet kindest person I’ve met,” she says. Soon, their mothers became friends, too, and the two teens would pair up for family weddings. Then she went to college and married and he moved away; yet they stayed in touch through mutual friends and their moms, catching up in person when he returned to his hometown.

Seventeen years after they first met, by which time Sarah was divorced, the two discussed taking their friendship to the next level and soon married. “It was a big decision to commit, because we knew so much about each other,” she says. “But we prefer each other’s company, and it was the best thing we ever did.”

Safety Net In trying times, friends can surround us with positive energy, says Madisyn Taylor, co-founder and editor-in-chief of the spiritual blog DailyOm, in Ashland, Oregon. “The people we love form a protective barrier that buffers and shields us from many of the world’s

Everyone from contemporary scientists to ancient philosophers agrees that having strong social bonds is probably the most meaningful contributor to happiness. ~Gretchen Rubin, author of The Happiness Project

more crippling blows,” including receiving hurtful slights from others.

How we make friends has been altered by today’s social landscape, which includes working parents and Amber Alerts. The days of children freely roaming their neighborhood discovering friends to play with are, unfortunately, over, says Jennifer S. White, a Toledo, Ohio, blogger and author of The Art of Parenting: Love Letters from a Mother.

“My long-term friendships from childhood were all built around being neighbors and playing together just because we wanted to,” recalls White.

With today’s safety concerns and work-life challenges, parents now set up playdates, a more structured, less organic way of fostering childhood friendships, and they must be proactive to ensure success.

White has some misgivings about this modern-day approach. “When I think about that one little gleaming seed of truth at the heart of why, it’s often because I don’t think it’s fair that I have to be a popular ‘playdate mom’ for my kid to have some friends.”

Besties and Buddies Automatic playdates—with siblings—often enhance family ties through lifelong friendships. Sally Ekus is a culinary talent representative in Florence, Massachusetts.

Her younger sister, Amelia, is the general manager of Twitter Cafe, in New York City, and lives in Brooklyn. Both foodies have knife-and-fork tattoos. Sally is more into meal ingredients and preparation, while Amelia loves pouring wine and making sure everyone is comfortable.

“Together,” says Sally, “we create total hospitality, from lavish Passover seders to Friday nights with friends.”

She notes that her sister is the only other person who understands what the world looks like through the Ekus girls’ perspective.

Some adults might never meet faceto-face, but become friends via social media. American Jamie Schler, co-owner of the Hotel Diderot, in Chinon, France, with her native-born husband, says, “Social media [especially Facebook posts] is how I meet and make personal friends and keep in touch on a daily basis. As an expat, this is important because I often feel far from family and friends

that understand me, share common interests and ideas and speak the same language—and I don’t necessarily mean English.” Her high-tech circle ranges from hometown pals to new friends in the food community and political forums. She raves, “It’s a place where I find them all at the same time!”

Nelson remarks, “No one is saying Facebook should replace visits, nights out and phone calls, but in a world where most of us wish we felt closer to a few more people, it doesn’t hurt to use every tool at our disposal for creating connections.”

Differences in age needn’t be a hurdle in forging friendships. Candelaria Silva-Collins, an arts marketing professional in Boston, attended area social gatherings where she regularly encountered a museum director and his wife. “They seemed like a fantastic couple,” she says, and began a friendship with the older woman, despite their being from different generations.

“My friend teaches me a lot about being vital and vibrant,” she says.

Expanding Circles

Becoming friends with people of different ages, languages and social standing gives us a spiritual workout, advises Nelson.

With a master’s degree in divinity, Nelson views friendship as a type of health club in which we develop our empathy, forgiveness and compassion muscles through practice. “Friendships are the way we become better people,” she says.

Furthermore, the process, especially with people unlike us, leads to a better world. “Being able to inherently care for people we know makes it easier to do the same for people we’ve not met yet,” says Nelson. World peace happens one friend at a time.

Freelance writer Judith Fertig also blogs at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle.blogspot. com from Overland Park, KS.

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he focus of functional medicine—whole person health care—easily expands to include dentists trained in oral systemic health.

Currently embraced by a small percentage of today’s farsighted dentists and doctors, this relatively new field of prevention and wellness views the mouth as a key portal when considering the status of the whole body. Similar to the way doctors of Oriental medicine assess the heart’s pulse to help diagnose health issues throughout the body, these systemic health dentists consider the gums, tongue, teeth and throat to be key signals of overall health.

American Academy for Oral Systemic Health (AAOSH) Executive Director Bobbie Delsasso was a periodontal hygienist for more than 30 years before becoming a consultant and public speaker on the larger perspective.

“I taught patients about the importance of good nutrition and alerted them to consult their physician regarding what their mouth health might indicate about their body’s health,” she says. While the academy educates dental professionals to understand the internal workings of nutrition and what the mouth reveals about overall well-being, “Less than 6 percent of physicians even learn adequate basics of nutrition in medical schools,” she notes.

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Beyond nutrition, academy curricula for dentists now include such titles as Arteriology and Vascular Inflammation – The Oral/Systemic Connection, based on a course designed for medical professionals

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by physician Bradley Bale and Amy Doneen, an advanced registered nurse practitioner, co-founders of the Bale/Doneen Method for the prevention of heart attack, stroke and diabetes. Mike Milligan, a doctor of dental medicine, founder of Eastland Dental Center, in Bloomington, Illinois, and AAOSH president, explains that heart attack and stroke are triggered by an inflammatory process which can be initiated or exacerbated by periodontal disease and abscessed teeth.

Thomas Nabors, a doctor of dental surgery and an authority in molecular analysis and genetic risk assessment for periodontal diseases, provides clinical proof that supports the growing association between medicine and dentistry. “Since our inaugural

AAOSH conference [in 2010], Bradley, Amy and Tom have continued to provide the current science and clinical backdrop to the oral/systemic connection to cardiovascular wellness,” says Milligan.

Respiratory Health Links

Other vital advances in oral systemic health involve treating airway concerns such as snoring and sleep apnea. “Snoring is typically caused by muscles and tissues relaxing in the throat and mouth, resulting in decreased space in the airway passage and vibration of tissues. Eventually, individuals can develop sleep apnea, which can also result in hypertension and other problems,” advises Milligan.

In sleep apnea, the sleeper’s breathing pauses often or produces hypopnea, slowed or shallow breathing for 10 or more seconds at a time. Fewer than five episodes per hour is normal, with five to 15 considered mild apnea, 15 to 30 moderate and more than 30 severe.

Although 20 percent of Americans may have sleep apnea—typically associated with insomnia, tiredness and less oxygen in the body—95 percent of affected individuals go undiagnosed.

To help, Milligan suggests that before going to bed we lower the thermostat in the bedroom and avoid drinking alcohol, smoking, watching television or working on a computer.

Improved breathing helps assuage snoring, sleep apnea, asthma, hay fever and nasal congestion. Milligan cites Patrick McKeown’s work, explained in his book The Oxygen Advantage.

An authority on the Buteyko Breathing Method, McKeown explains how improved breathing dramatically improves oxygenation, releases more energy and supports lifelong health and well-being.

Muscle retraining using orofacial myofunctional therapy can help prevent sleep apnea and also abate temporomandibular joint disorders. This new field is concerned with orofacial functional patterns and postures when teeth are apart, their status 95 percent of each day and night. It also retrains muscles to keep the tongue at the roof of the mouth and the lips together to prevent breathing through the mouth, correct swallowing function and eliminate poor oral habits such as thumb sucking.

Three mechanical treatments for sleep apnea include mandibular ad-

vancement oral devices used to move the lower jaw forward, a continuous positive airway pressure machine to aid airway functioning, or surgery, which is the last resort. “The real opportunity for catching and preventing this is with children 5 to 10 years old, when their jaws are developing,” says Milligan.

He further cites links discovered between the mouth and brain. “Oral spirochetes, which normally live in the mouth, have been found in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. Dr. Judith Miklossy, from the International Association for Alzheimer’s, spoke at an AAOSH conference about the link between oral bacteria and dementia, and Garth Ehrlich, Ph.D., professor of microbiology, immunology and otolaryngology at Drexel University College of Medicine, addressed rheumatoid arthritis and certain types of cancers.

All of these links are more than enough reasons why good oral hygiene is essential to good health,” says Milligan.

Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.

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Connecting “within” through free and inspired body movement is the power of conscious dance.

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A growing tribe of movers and shakers are discovering and unleashing their power in conscious dance, a combination of moving meditation, soul-stirring music, self-expression and sweat.

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ost are familiar with the performance or competitive dance world of learned steps.

Conscious dance is a non-competitive, body-based way of raising consciousness. There’s no wrong way to move and your shape and measurements don’t matter,” says Mark Metz, of Berkley, California, founder and executive director of the Dance First Association (DFA) and publisher of the Conscious Dancer Magazine and UpShift Guide.

The group identifies more than 100 forms of conscious dance, ranging from ecstatic dance to somatic movement therapy. Commonalities include body awareness, barefoot movement, inspiring global music and minimal structure facilitated by leaders.

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conscious dance suits their search for movement with purpose beyond improved fitness as it’s practiced in drug- and alcohol-free club-style events and ecstatic dance experiences, as well as dance fitness programs. “It’s about honoring body intelligence and paying attention to the body and mind-body connection,” says Metz.

“The modalities mentioned most often are 5Rhythms, Soul Motion, Open Floor, JourneyDance, and the Nia Technique,” says Metz. A brief look at three of them shows how each has its own style.

5Rhythms In St. Petersburg, Florida, 22 women have gathered to seek the bliss promised by 5Rhythms, one of the original conscious dance forms, founded by

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the late Gabrielle Roth. “Find your flow. Feel your connection to the Earth through your feet and release your head,” guides facilitator Amber Ryan, of New York City, who travels the world for dance sessions. “Use your body as a gateway into the now.” For two hours, dancers move freely and individually, swaying, sensing and interacting in an experience called “the wave”, intended to move energy through the body, release emotions and heal the psyche.

It’s based on Roth’s premise that, “Each of us is a moving center, a space of divine mystery. Though we spend most of our time on the surface in daily ordinary existence, most of us hunger to connect to this space within, to break through to bliss, to be swept into something bigger.”

JourneyDance Toni Bergins, from the Massachusetts Berkshires, is a frequent presenter at the Kripalu Center and Omega Institute for Holistic Studies. After years of studying and teaching movement, drama, creative visualization and gestalt techniques, she combined them in creating JourneyDance. More than 400 trained facilitators now offer it in 60- or 90-minute classes worldwide based on the philosophy, “Move into a new story!” Every class includes visualization, creative movement, affirmations and evocative music, all working together to release emotions and connect with spirit.

“You learn to love your body, expand your emotional intelligence, clear your mind and connect with your inner source,” explains Bergins. “You express yourself, infuse life with creativity and connect with a dancing community.”

Participants engage in a ritual journey of physical transformation, cleansing the body through breath, sweat and expression. In this safe space, “Dancers discover their power and personal heart medicine, their true essence,” says Bergins.

Nia Technique For those that prefer more structure, the Nia Technique is the original barefoot mind-body-spirit fitness practice, activating sensation and awareness in a workout adaptable for everybody. More than 2,600 instructors in 51 countries offer 60-minute classes where enthusiasts move the way the body is built to move, reaping cardiovascular fitness and therapeutic benefits while having joyful fun. Dancers, guided by instructor’s moves, feel the rhythm of the music and ground themselves in spirit, equipping themselves to take the selfhealing experience into everyday life.

“Nia has always blended form and freedom,” says Debbie Rosas, of Portland, Oregon, co-founder and creator of the technique. “We are now introducing new FreeDance classes to bring what we have learned through Nia to embody consciousness in new ways, conditioning the whole body and nervous system. It’s an invitation to move in free, unbound, unstructured ways to offset the tendency we have to move less as we age.”

Dancers move to music designed to animate each chakra through an eight-stage process via a Nia DJ. They’re guided to listen to body feedback through sensation, release emotions and relish being in the present moment.

“Regardless of how you act, dress or think, the way you feel inside reveals the most accurate truth of oneself and this is reflected in dance,” says Rosas.

“Moving without interference allows your unconscious creative self to shine.

You can connect to the sacred artist within; the one that holds a palette with endless colors, shapes and possibilities.” She sees life as ultimately a free-style dance into the self that supports a philosophy of “Love your body, love your life”.

“Dance is in everyone’s family tree, a universal message,” says Metz.

“In conscious dance, you disconnect from gadgets and reconnect with yourself and others around you. People need that.”

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he Red Shoes, in Baton Rouge, will host two Nia events, led by Kate Finlayson, on February 13. One Billion Rising will take place from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and Reach For The Stars: A Nia Playshop will be from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

The largest mass action to end violence against women in human history, One Billion Rising is a global movement to end rape and sexual assault. The event will feature uplifting music and empowering lyrics, encouraging attendees to dance and helping to raise awareness and support for women in a safe and supportive space.

Reach For The Stars: A Nia Workshop allows attendees to explore their purpose, potential and possibility as they share art, story and expressive movement. Playful choreography and stirring soulful music stimulate the inner dancer while strengthening the core. Attendees will experience the powerful conditioning and joyful magic of Nia, an energy blend of dance, martial and healing arts that is fun and safe for everyone.

Created in 1983 by Debbie Rosas and Carlos AyaRosas, the Nia Technique is a cardio-dance workout that combines 52 simple moves using dance, martial and healing arts to stimulate the body, mind, emotion and spirit. Nia helps tone the mind and body by bringing mindfulness through dancing, which increases energy, mental clarity and emotional balance. Classes are taught in more than 45 countries and there are currently 2,500 licensed Nia teachers.

Nia Education Trainer and First Degree Black Belt Teacher Finlayson has been a professional actor for over 30 years. She found Nia in 2005 after several years of chronic pain, frozen shoulders and low energy. “Nia connected me directly to an internal source of joy and my life has changed radically,” she says.

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Community HU Song – 3pm. Singing HU, a contemplative prayer song, can open your heart to God’s Grace. East Baton Rouge Parish Library, 7711 Goodwood Blvd., Baton Rouge. Free. 1-800-3495197. EckankarLouisiana.org.

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Breathe Easy Yoga – 9-10am. Designed to use postures and breathing techniques to maximize the benefits of dry salt therapy. The sequences are designed to strengthen and stretch the muscles of respiration, while teaching one to breathe properly to increase vitality and well-being. Registration required. With Julie Leiby. $25. Fleauxt, 8312 Jefferson Hwy, Ste 4, Baton Rouge. 225-283-0520.

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Breathe Easy Yoga – 9-10am. Designed to use postures and breathing techniques to maximize the benefits of dry salt therapy. The sequences are designed to strengthen and stretch the muscles of respiration, while teaching one to breathe properly to increase vitality and well-being. With Julie Leiby. Registration required. $25. Fleauxt, 8312 Jefferson Hwy, Ste 4, Baton Rouge. 225-283-0520. Fleauxt.com.

Reflections in the Garden – 12-1pm. Teas of the world Cynthia Nobles and Melinda Winans - Herb Society. Free/members, $10/non-members. Burden Conference Center, 4560 Essen Ln, Baton Rouge.

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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 2 Mardi Gras Mambo Flow – 6-7:30pm. A fun Mardi Gras themed class with King Cake and a Mardi Gras party to follow. $17. Yoga Bliss Baton Rouge (both locations), 5160 Sherwood Forest Blvd or 7384 Highland Rd, Kenilworth Plaza-2nd floor, Baton Rouge. 225-663-2381. YogaBliss BatonRouge.com.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 3 Kids Yoga Play- 4:15-5pm. Family style class designed for parents and children (ages 2+) to practice yoga in a playful energizing environment. Comfortable stretch clothing, a yoga mat, water bottle recommended. $10/family of 2-3; $15 for family of 4. Java Mama Café, 8645 Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge. 225-226-0433. YogaWithBrandi.com.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4 Chair Yoga – 10-11am. This class will be very gentle and incorporate stretching, and range of motion techniques, designed to aid in relaxation.

Participants will not need to stand, contort or get down on the floor. With Ashley Michel. Free. Eden Park Branch Library, 5131 Greenwell Springs Rd, Baton Rouge. 225-231-3250.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6 Essential Oils 101 – 3pm. Learn the basics of using dōTERRA Essential Oils. $10 covers all handouts and information. Pre-register by email to receive a free gift. Vicki B Beauty & Wellness, 10018 Mollylea Dr, Baton Rouge. Vicki@Vicki-B.com.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7 Lunations: New Moon Ritual – 6-7:30pm. Join us to tap into the cycle of the moon as a source for re-centering and re-grounding. Our monthly gatherings include a water ritual. With Lisa BovenkampLanglois. $5 suggested donation. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170.

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Partner Yoga Embrace – 6:30-7:45pm. Designed for couples or partners (friends, siblings, etc) to practice yoga together in a playful bonding environment focused on learning how to assist each other in

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16 stretching yoga. $20/couple. Cedar Park Recording, 11572 Cedar Park Ave, Baton Rouge. 225-226-0433.

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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Stress, Hormones and Health – 6pm. Join Dr. Buchert and discover what really works for permanent weight loss, increased energy, and improved overall health through a functional wellness approach. Space is limited, registration required. Free dinner. Portobello’s Italian Grill, 15440 George O’Neal Rd, Baton Rouge. 225-250-1025, ext 704. MyMintHealth.com.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11 Mindful Meditation – 10-11am. Learn how simple meditation can ease stress and worry, and help you focus. Take part in a simple meditation that you can do at home. With Ashley Michel. Free. Eden Park Branch Library, 5131 Greenwell Springs Rd, Baton Rouge. 225-231-3250.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12 Couples’ Yoga – 6-7:30pm. A romantic yoga class for couples to experience bliss and harmony together. Wine and chocolate to follow. $40 per couple. Yoga Bliss, 7384 Highland Rd, Kenilworth Plaza-2nd floor, Baton Rouge. 225-663-2381.

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Vino & Vinyasa – 6-7:30pm. A fun yoga class for friends and loved ones to celebrate Valentine’s Day together, wine and refreshments to follow. $25/person. Yoga Bliss, 5160 Sherwood Forest Blvd, Baton Rouge. 225-448-3288. YogaBlissBatonRouge.com.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Nia: One Billion Rising – 10-11:30am. With uplifting music and empowering lyrics, we will dance to celebrate that together we can stand to stop violence.

Rise with us. With Kate Finlayson. $15. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-3381170. TheRedShoes.org.

Nia: Reach for the Stars – 1-2pm. Experience the conditioning and joyful magic of Nia, a blend of dance, martial and healing arts that is fun and good for you! With Kate Finlayson. $15. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170.

TheRedShoes.org.

Essential Oils for Babies and Children – 6pm.

Learn how to safely use essential oils to support the health of your children. We will discuss the dos and don’ts of essential oil application. $10 covers handouts/information. Pre-register by email to receive free gift. Vicki B Beauty & Wellness, 10018 Mollylea Dr, Baton Rouge. Vicki@Vicki-B.com.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17 Kids Yoga Play- 4:15-5pm. Family-style class designed for parents and children (ages 2+) to practice yoga in a playful energizing environment. Comfortable stretch clothing, a yoga mat, water bottle recommended. $10/family of 2-3; $15 for family of 4. Java Mama Café, 8645 Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge. 225-226-0433. YogaWithBrandi.com.

Pranic Healing Clinic – 6:30-8:30pm. Pranic healing is a system of energy medicine that uses prana to balance, harmonize and transform the body’s energy processes. Avoid wearing leather or silk.

With students of Master Stephen Co. $10 suggested donation. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170. TheRedShoes.org.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18 Chair Yoga – 10-11am. This class will be very gentle and incorporate stretching, and range of motion techniques, designed to aid in relaxation.

Participants will not need to stand, contort or get down on the floor. With Ashley Michel. Free. Eden Park Branch Library, 5131 Greenwell Springs Rd, Baton Rouge. 225-231-3250.

Sugar Detox/Cleanse Informational Meeting – 6:30pm. Join the fun and empowering sugar detox, which includes health coaching, meal planning and accountability. Lose weight, feel more energized and create the healthy lifestyle you crave. With certified health coach, Jennifer Tucker. Meeting/Free, Cleanse/$50. Fleauxt, 8312 Jefferson Hwy, Ste 4, Baton Rouge. 225-772-9025. HealthyNGrateful@ gmail.com.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19 Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga – 5-6pm. Join Muddy Water Paddle Company to increase balance and strength while enjoying a relaxing experience on the water with local yoga instructor Brandi Hanson. YMCA Members: $20/Non-Members: $25.

Southside YMCA, 8482 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge.

225-766-2991. YMCABR.org.

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Remembering Who You Are – 7-8:30pm. Spend time with Spirit; become aware of the Spirit within.

Attendees will sense direct access to the energy of Spirit and the spiritual eye. With Karl Fleddermann. $5 suggested donation. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170.

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20 Remembering Who You Are: Spiritual Approach to Anger – 10am-12pm. We will uncover the source of anger and learn a recovery process of self-forgiveness that leads us to Spirit. With Karl Fleddermann. $30. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170. TheRedShoes.org.

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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23 Nevermore: Author Talk with Paths to Healing – 6:30-8:30pm. Nevermore is an account of abuse, denial and recovery. Experience paths to deep healing including laughter yoga, tai chi and energy healing. With author Cade Soleil. $5. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170.

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Remembering Who You Are: Discerning Inner Voices – 1-3pm. We all hear them: voices of our past, voices of our own busy minds. Listen: learn to know the voices that reveal your truth. With Karl Fleddermann. $30. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170. TheRedShoes.org.

Stress, Hormones and Health – 6pm. Join Dr. Buchert and discover what really works for permanent weight loss, increased energy, and improved overall health through a functional wellness approach. Space is limited, registration required. Free dinner. Portobello’s Italian Grill, 15440 George O’Neal Rd, Baton Rouge. 225-250-1025, ext 704.

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Yoga Nidra: The Power of the Heart – 2-4pm. Tap into unconditional self-love with a focus on the heart chakra. No yoga postures; no experience is needed.

With Dee Dee Poullard. $20. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170.

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Mindful Meditation – 10-11am. Learn how simple meditation can ease stress and worry, and help you focus. Take part in a simple meditation that you can do at home. With Ashley Michel. Free. Eden Park Branch Library, 5131 Greenwell Springs Rd, Baton Rouge. 225-231-3250.

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Wellness Day for Women – 7:30am-12:30pm.

16th annual Irene W. Pennington Wellness Day for Women, featuring free health screenings, exhibits, and educational sessions. Free to attend. Register online. C.B. Pennington, Jr. Building at Pennington Biomedical Research Center, 6400 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge. PRBC.edu.

Breathe Easy Yoga – 5:45-6:45pm. Designed to use postures and breathing techniques to maximize the benefits of dry salt therapy. The sequences are designed to strengthen and stretch the muscles of respiration, while teaching one to breathe properly to increase vitality and well-being. Registration required. With Julie Leiby. $25. Fleauxt, 8312 Jef-

Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga – 5-6pm. Join Muddy Water Paddle Company to increase balance and strength while enjoying a relaxing experience on the water with local yoga instructor Brandi Hanson. YMCA Members: $20/Non-Members: $25.

Southside YMCA, 8482 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge.

225-766-2991. YMCABR.org.

Natural Awakenings Anniversary Party – 6:308:30pm. Join is as we celebrate two years of publishing Baton Rouge’s only healthy living/healthy planet magazine. Free to attend. Fleauxt, 8312 Jefferson Hwy, Ste 4, Baton Rouge. 225-238-1200. NABaton Rouge.com.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 28 Basics Workshop – 1-3pm. A great way to learn more about yoga and deepen your practice. With Peyton Fisher. Early bird registration (by Feb 7): $25; $30 at the door. Yoga Bliss, 5160 Sherwood Forest Blvd, Baton Rouge. 225-448-3288. Yoga BlissBatonRouge.com

ongoingevents aware of love’s presence. Facilitated by Nic Ourso. $20 suggested monthly donation. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170.

sunday Matters of the Heart – 5-6pm. Time for introspection and inter-religious experience for those yearning to unite through prayer, chanting, inspirational readings and silence. With Dr. Francis Vanderwall.

Donations appreciated. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170.

monday Morning Yoga - A Perfect Beginning – 8-9am.

Wake up the body, mind and spirit with morning yoga. With Tina Ufford and Dee Dee Poullard. $8/ class, 7 classes/$48, monthly unlimited/$75. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge.

225-338-1170.

Yoga for Cancer Survivors – 10:30-11:30am.

Gentle yoga practice combines simple movements, stretching, meditation and breath work to increase flexibility, strength and relaxation. With Valerie Flynn-Wintz. Sponsored by Cancer Services. Free.

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The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge.

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Gentle Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. Relax the body and mind with gentle physical movement, breathing exercises and meditation. Enhance well-being, flexibility and build strength through yoga postures.

With Tina Ufford and Valerie Flynn-Wintz. $8/class, 7 classes/$48. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170.

A Course in Miracles – 7-8:30pm. A Course in Miracles, a one-year program, will meet weekly to begin a process of changing perception to become

Morning Yoga - A Perfect Beginning – 8-9am.

Wake up the body, mind and spirit with morning yoga. With Tina Ufford and Dee Dee Poullard. $8/ class, 7classes/$48, monthly unlimited/$75. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge.

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Red Stick Farmers’ Market – 8am-12pm. Seasonal produce and baked goods are sold here at this producers-only market. Unitarian Church, 8470 Goodwood Blvd, Baton Rouge.

Prenatal Class – Noon. Join Miranda Brown, CNM, for comprehensive Pre/post-natal education. Curriculum includes everything you’re missing from your routine prenatal classes/books, to keep mom and baby optimally healthy in a functional wellness “Mint Healthy” approach. Mint Health, Woman’s Hospital Physician Office, Ste 401, Baton Rouge.

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Spiritual Journey Circle – 6-7pm. Find inspiration on a journey that opens the door to the ideas of diverse spiritual teachers. $20 monthly donation.

The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge.

225-338-1170.

wednesday Morning Yoga: A Perfect Beginning – 8-9am.

Wake up the body, mind and spirit with morning yoga. With Tina Ufford and Dee Dee Poullard. $8/ class, $48/7 classes, monthly unlimited/$75. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge.

225-338-1170.

WORTH – 8-9am. Women Owners Reaching Tremendous Heights, a business owners networking group, aiding women owners build their businesses through effective networking and referrals, education and emotional support. $50/month. Bocage Racquet Club, President’s Room, 7600 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge. Brenda Cedars, President 225-926-3287.

Wellness Wednesdays – 9am-5:30pm. Detox Footbath or Sauna Therapy for only $15/service (a savings of $10). Enjoy a complimentary wellness drink during the service. The Wellness Centre of Baton Rouge, 1528 Delplaza Dr, Ste B, Baton Rouge. 225-229-6107.

Red Stick Mobile Farmers’ Market – 9-11am.

Made possible by Blue Cross Blue Shield Challenge for a Healthier Louisiana Grant, Chase Bank, The Irene W and CB Pennington Foundation, The Imogene Brown Foundation and the Office of Community Development. Scotlandville Library, 7373 Scenic Hwy, Baton Rouge.

Compassion in Action Circle – 10:30am-12pm.

Documentaries and books spark the spirit of compassion within this circle. $20 suggested donation.

The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge.

225-338-1170.

friday yoga. With Tina Ufford and Dee Dee Poullard. $8/ class, 7 classes/$47, $75/monthly unlimited. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge.

225-338-1170.

Red Stick Farmers’ Market – 8am-12pm. Seasonal produce and baked goods are sold here at this producers-only market. Pennington Biomedical Research Center, 6400 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge.

Dream Discovery – 10:30am-12pm. Discover more about the self, while learning about dreams. With Joan McCaskill, Spiritual Director. $40/monthly.

The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge.

225-338-1170.

Dip and Dabble Painting Lab – 10:30am-1pm.

Loosely guided class allows the freedom to create a unique version of a chosen painting or create a painting of your own. 16 x 20 canvas with acrylic paint.

Must pre-register. $25. Source Connect, 4606 Jones Creek Road, Ste 110, Baton Rouge. 318-510-8582.

Morning Yoga - A Perfect Beginning – 8-9am.

Wake up the body and invigorate the mind and spirit with morning yoga. With Tina Ufford and Dee Dee Poullard. $8/class, $48/7 classes, $75/monthly unlimited. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170.

Red Stick Mobile Farmers’ Market – 8:3010:30am. Made possible by Blue Cross Blue Shield Challenge for a Healthier Louisiana Grant, Chase Bank, The Irene W and CB Pennington Foundation, The Imogene Brown Foundation and the Office of Community Development. Delmont Service Center, 3535 Riley St, Baton Rouge.

Prenatal Class – 12:00pm. Join Miranda Brown, CNM, for comprehensive Pre/post-natal education.

Curriculum includes everything you’re missing from your routine prenatal classes/books, to keep mom and baby optimally healthy in a functional wellness “Mint Healthy” approach. Mint Health, Woman’s Hospital Physician Office, Ste 401, Baton Rouge.

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Group Meditation – 5-6pm. Experience several different meditation techniques to ease stress and tension, and improve concentration. $5 donation.

The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge.

225-338-1170.

Prenatal Class – Noon. Join Miranda Brown, CNM, for comprehensive Pre/post-natal education. Curriculum includes everything you’re missing from your routine prenatal classes/books, to keep mom and baby optimally healthy in a functional wellness “Mint Healthy” approach. Mint Health, Woman’s Hospital Physician Office, Ste 401, Baton Rouge.

Book Study: A Religion of One’s Own – 6:30-8pm.

Through Feb 24. Explore how to live a spiritual life, with or without formal religion, in s book study of Thomas Moore’s A Religion of One’s Own. With Kirsten Allen. $40. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170.

Dip and Dabble Painting Lab – 10:30am-1pm.

Loosely guided class allows the freedom to create a unique version of a chosen painting or create a painting of your own. 16 x 20 canvas with acrylic paint.

Must pre-register. $25. Source Connect, 4606 Jones Creek Road, Ste 110, Baton Rouge. 318-510-8582.

Red Stick Farmers’ Market – 8am-12pm. Once a week, local and seasonal produce, baked goods and farm-raised meat and eggs can be purchased downtown. The market is a fun shopping event for all ages, featuring not only local foods but quality handcrafts and live music. Corner of 5th & Main St, Baton Rouge.

Gentle Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. Relax the body and quiet the mind with gentle physical movement, breathing exercises and meditation. Enhance wellbeing, increase flexibility and build strength. With Tina Ufford and Valerie Flynn-Wintz. $8/class, $48/7 classes. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170.

Creative Kids Studio – 10:30am-12:30pm. Children 7 to 13 will be loosely guided through painting on 8x10 canvas and encouraged to add their unique touch. Choice of acrylic or washable paint. Must Pre-register. $10 (multiple kid discount available).

Source Connect, 4606 Jones Creek Road, Ste 110, Baton Rouge. 318-510-8582.

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HOLISTIC HEALTH FLEAUXT

Floatation & Dry Salt Therapy 8312 Jefferson Hwy, Ste 4, Baton Rouge 225-283-0520 Fleauxt.com FLEAUXT is an alternative health and wellness center offering a unique blend of complementary therapies. Conveniently located in Baton Rouge, we offer two salt rooms (one for adults and one for children) and two private float rooms. FLEAUXT in for relaxation, stress relief, healing and rejuvenation. See ads, pages 9 and 31.

JUICE AND SMOOTHIES THE BIG SQUEEZY

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3043 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge 225-930-4466 TheBigSqueezy.com

VICKI B BEAUTY & WELLNESS Organic Colour Systems 225-955-0177 Vicki-B.com

Vicki B Beauty & Wellness offers vegan and organic hair color, cut and styling services in an intimate studio setting. Vicki has been a hairstylist in Baton Rouge since 2001 while gaining knowledge from classes and hair shows around the globe. She is experienced in stage, film, runway and photo quality styles, as well as everyday wash and wear. See ad, page 19.

Baton Rouge’s premier cold pressed juicery. Our unprocessed cold-pressed juices are prepared fresh daily. Offering a variety of juices, juice cleanses, smoothies, mylks and coffees. We are committed to supporting local, sustainable farms and source only the highest quality ingredients for everything we prepare for you. Small footprint, big taste. Local. Raw. Delicious. See ad, page 8.

MASSAGE THERAPY BABETTE DEBARROS LMT, VODDER CDT

HEALTH COACH FEEL GOOD MAMA

10562 S Glenstone Place, Baton Rouge 225-936-3649 BabetteMassage@gmail.com

Chenoa Farrell, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach 225-800-7753 FeelGoodMama.com Are you struggling to maintain focus and balance in your life on your own? Feel Good Mama lends an ear and loves you up by giving you real tools to navigate the road ahead, wherever you are. We will get you where you want to be. See ad, page 8.

My mission is to be a conduit of Love, Light, Peace, Joy and Healing Energy. I specialize in Manual Lymph Drainage with e m p h a s i s o n Ly m p h e d e m a Therapy and Immune Dysfunction.

I work heavily with the healing energy of essential oils. In addition, I offer Swedish massage, energy work and raindrop therapy.

HEALTHY-N-GRATEFUL

FACILITATING HEALING, LLC

Food and diet choices can be overwhelming. Are you ready to benefit from making the right choices for your body? Do you want to have more energy, a calmer mind, less sick time and effortless weight loss? Call today and together we will make the life changing and lasting journey.

Olivia offers massages designed just for you. Her specialty is Raindrop Therapy Technique, a service that uses therapeutic-grade essential oils to realign the body structurally and electrically. This also helps aid in detoxification of the body. Call today to schedule your personalized service. YL # 1395291, LA Lic #7511. See ad, page 19.

Jennifer Tucker, Health Coach 225-772-9025 HealthyNGrateful.com

Olivia Bennett, LPN, LMT 315 N. Range Ave, Denham Springs 318-792-5073

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LISA KING, LMT

ORGANIC BAKERY

1528 Delplaza Dr, Ste C, Baton Rouge 225-715-1065 RejuveMassage.com

ROOM FOR DESSERT

O ff e r i n g r e j u v e n a t i n g a n d therapeutic massages, I customize each massage to the client’s specific needs. I use a variety of techniques including; deep tissue, neuromuscular therapy, and Swedish. Ask me about the complimentary Himalayan Sea Salt foot scrub. I also specialize in Raindrop Therapy. Located inside the Wellness Centre of Baton Rouge. See ad, page 7.

10467 Florida Blvd, Walker 225-287-6826 RelaxRestoreRenewMassage.com

THE RED SHOES

We specialize in Neuromuscular T h e r a p y ( D e e p Ti s s u e ) , Prenatal, Whiplash Injuries, Myofascial Release, Sinus Drainage, Craniosacral, and Relaxation. Natural Awakenings readers receive a special offer when they schedule a massage. Call today to Relax, Restore and Renew. See ad, page 27.

NATURAL DETOX BODYWORKS BY VICKIE

6509 Government St, Ste C, Baton Rouge 225-927-3549 BodyworksBR.biz Detox and rejuvenate your body the natural way with ionic foot baths, a painless and effective way to dissolve toxic accumulations no matter where they are located in the body. Infrared Body Wraps help you lose weight and inches, diminish cellulite, tighten skin, relieve muscle pain, increase energy and metabolism and strengthen the immune system.

See ad, page 18.

NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR KARIN NIELSEN, ND

1528 Delplaza Dr, Ste B, Baton Rouge 225-229-6107 WellnessCentreBR.com

2303 Government St, Baton Rouge 225-338-1170 TheRedShoes.org The Red Shoes is a nonprofit center offering opportunities for spiritual enrichment and personal growth through book and film studies, weekend retreats and workshops, as well as creative development through the art forms of collage, drawing, painting, writing and music. We offer movement classes including yoga and various dance disciplines. Classes are designed to broaden one’s understanding within a supportive community. See ad, page 15.

SKIN & BEAUTY NYR ORGANIC

Hope Maria Benson, Independent Consultant 225-716-0820 • HH.Benson@yahoo.com US.NYROrganic.com/Shop/HopeMariaBenson Offering London’s award-winning Neal’s Yard Remedies range of safe skin care, bath, body & spa, cosmetics, aromatherapy, herbal remedies & teas, gifts and more.

Shop one-on-one, online, at events or your own social. Fair Trade, Vegan, Cruelty Free, Ethically Sourced, NonGMO, No Nasties, Certified Organic.

SPIRITUAL GIFTS & BOOKS

Offering non-invasive health assessments, Total Thermography, Lymphatic Therapy and many detox therapies. We have a high success rate using homeopathic and functional medicine for women, men and children. We specialize in treating Lyme disease, chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia. See ad, page 13.

Greater Baton Rouge, LA

Room For Dessert offers pastries and desserts, made daily, that are sugar, gluten and dairy free.

We take pride in offering the highest quality ingredients in our freshly baked products. Call or stop by for custom orders. See ad, page 5.

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9618 Jefferson Hwy, Ste B, Baton Rouge 225-293-9886 Room4DessertBR.com

COYOTE MOON

1938 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge 225-343-2340 CoyoteMoonBR.com Coyote Moon is a retail store offering all sorts of treasures to help you become healthy in body, mind and spirit. We stock wonderful books, relaxing music for meditation and yoga, gorgeous crystals, natural stones, sacred sage, Native American drums, Tibetan singing bowls, Kroeger Herb products and Shanti Kai flower essence sprays. New items arrive weekly. See ad, page 21.

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THERMOGRAPHY THE WELLNESS CENTRE OF BR Karin Nielsen, ND, CCT 1528 Delplaza Dr, Ste B, Baton Rouge 225-229-6107 WellnessCentreBR.com

Total Thermography, non-invasive and radiation free, can often detect abnormalities 8-10 years before other screening methods. Thermography helps find underlying causes of disease as it looks at the entire body’s behavior after being stressed. Consultations and follow-up care are offered. See ad, page 13.

WEDDINGS REV. STEVEN E. ADAMS

4845 Jamestown Ave, Ste 201, Baton Rouge 225-921-6690 SEA2334@yahoo.com Ordained Spiritualist Minister and Certified Spiritual Healer offers beautiful personalized wedding ceremonies that are based on your specific needs and wants. Each one is created just for you to resonate with your spiritual path.

Other ministerial services offered as well. Please call or email to discuss how we can help manifest your very special event.

YOGA PRESERVATION YOGA

8775 Jefferson Hwy, Ste C, Baton Rouge 225-250-5335 PreservationYoga.com We are a yoga studio specializing in Bikram method hot yoga, taught by certified Bikram instructors. The Bikram series is designed to target the complete body and mind and stimulates every muscle, organ, gland, and tissue in the body which offers the most complete workout available in the 90-minute class. See ad, page 6.

YOGA BLISS

7384 Highland Rd • 225-663-2381 5160 S Sherwood Forest Blvd 225-448-3288 YogaBlissBatonRouge.com With two convenient l o c a t i o n s , Yo g a Bliss offers Basics, Bliss Flow I & II, Slow Flow, Hot Yoga, Ashtanga Primary Series, Ashtanga Flow, Yoga Therapy, Restorative/Slow Flow, Prenatal Yoga, Baby Bliss, Private and Group Lessons and more. Both studios offer a unique schedule and a wide array of membership choices from single drop-in classes to unlimited packages. See ad, page 5.

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