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issue! I always reserve Mother’s Day to spend with my mom and the rest of my family. For the past few years, we have attended the NOLA Veggie Fest on the Saturday before Mother’s Day, then exchanged gifts on Sunday to honor the moms in our group. This year, however, I’ve changed things up a bit and purchased my own Mother’s Day gift.

Recently, Elon Musk, CEO and product architect of Tesla Motors, walked on stage to unveil the newest electric car, the Tesla Model 3. On the day of the unveiling, people all over the world stood in line or waited anxiously on their computers to reserve a now-affordable Tesla. Before the reveal, over 130,000 people had reserved the vehicle; after the car was unveiled, approximately 200,000 more people added their names to the list. I was one of those people.

I just finished reading The Desire Map, by Danielle LaPorte. The book helps you clarify how you want to feel in life. It helps you to plan your day, year and life based on your core desired feelings. Once you determine how you want to feel, decisions will be easier to make. This process is echoed in our Inspiration article this month, “Picture Your Future: Creating a Vision Board Makes Dreams Real,” on page 23. My decision to reserve a Model 3 was easy. I get a certain feeling whenever I see a Tesla driving down the road or being charged at Whole Foods.

I’ve had that feeling ever since the day I laid my eyes on the Model S a few years ago. I consider myself a Tesla groupie. When I see one, I have to introduce myself to the owner. Sometimes, the owners let me sit in their cars (see below), and I have to admit, I love that feeling! “Click! Save!”—the photos are added to my vision board.

After reserving the Tesla Model 3, I began to think about all of the people, including me, who trust the company enough to spend money on a product they haven’t seen in person and won’t even receive until the end of 2017. Reviewing my motivations, I realized that yes, I love the look of the car, and yes, I want to reduce my carbon footprint, but ultimately my core desire is that Elon Musk and his company succeed. Musk cares more about making a difference than about making money, steered by a moral compass so few follow. I applaud that; I desire that; I support that.

So, I have to ask—how do you want to feel? Will purchasing your food from a big box store support those feelings, or will they be better nurtured through visiting a local organic farmer? Will you feel the same driving a gas guzzler as you will a hybrid car? I encourage you to spend your hard-earned money on businesses that you trust and want to see succeed, but only if doing so helps you feel the way you want to feel.

May your feelings drive you,

Jamie Shakotko, Publisher NABatonRouge.com

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newsbriefs Holistic Full-Service Hair Salon Opens Downtown

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tylist LaDonna Fabre has purchased Cosi Bella Hair Studio, located at 240 Laurel Street, in downtown Baton Rouge, and turned the salon into a full-service holistic hair studio.

Cosi Bella Hair Studio offers many services, including cuts, color, keratin treatments and waxing. Fabre prides herself in offering a multi-sensorial and non-toxic experience, using active botanicals and pure essential oils in her salon.

The studio’s offerings include OWay (Organic Way), the world’s first professional organic hair color, care and styling line with organic and fair trade ingredients. Green chemists hand select the highest quality formulations to achieve professional results without the use of common salon toxins. They grow, pick and distill pure organic extracts and essential oils without chemicals, in accordance with biodynamic farming standards. “We want our clients to receive quality, professional and sustainable results while maintaining the integrity of their hair and the environment,” says Fabre.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 225-412-4440 or visit CosiBellaStudio.com. See ad, page 12.

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etsy Buchert, M.D., is offering advanced hormone optimization options at Mint Health, in Baton Rouge. Designed for women and men of all ages, hormone optimization is especially effective for those who are premenopausal, perimenopausal and menopausal women, as well as men that experience andropause.

If the thyroid is off, testosterone is low, and estrogen and progesterone are out of balance, a person will not feel well or be healthy. As we age, assuring that hormones are optimized becomes even more important because they are so critical in preventing dementia, protecting bones from osteoporosis and fractures, preserving heart health and promoting breast health.

Hormones take a beating due to the presence of endocrine (hormone) disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in the environment. EDCs, along with chronic stress, inevitably impact the balance of estrogen, testosterone, progesterone, thyroid hormone and more. This can lead to fatigue, mood swings, hair loss, dry skin, libido changes, brain fog and loss of muscle mass. By taking steps to optimize hormones, a person can regain energy, improve muscle strength and the ability to lose weight, increase mental clarity, feel younger and prevent age-related illnesses.

Location: Woman’s Hospital Physician Office Building, 500 Rue de la Vie, Ste. 401, Baton Rouge. For more information, call 225-250-1025, ext 701, attend a free hormone seminar (see calendar) or visit MyMintHealth.com. See ad, page 7.

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henoa Farrell, health coach and founder of Feel Good Mama, will host a cooking demonstration from 10 to 11:30 a.m., May 14, at Whole Foods Market, in Baton Rouge. Attendees will learn how to prepare three days of nutritious, budget-friendly family meals, sample food and receive a meal plan and shopping list.

A graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, Farrell will demonstrate home-tested skills and discuss tips for eating organic versus non-organic and how to make the most of time in the kitchen. She will teach attendees to “feed their cells” with several flavorful combinations of healthy ingredients that the whole family will enjoy.

Farrell says, “When I began adopting heathier habits in my own home, I witnessed a complete transformation, not only for myself, but also my family.” She adds, “I want to help families learn that eating healthy doesn’t have to be difficult, expensive or time consuming.”

Cost: Free. Location: 7529 Corporate Blvd., Baton Rouge.

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r. Sharnael Wolverton, of Swiftfire Ministries International, now offers four types of electromagnetic radiation protection for mobile devices, the body, homes, laptop and microwaves. Individual shielding devices and entire home packages are available for purchase.

Being in a technological age, mankind is now permanently connected to a world that is increasingly saturated with electromagnetic fields (EMF), including telecommunication towers, electric grids, computers, cellular and cordless phones, Wi-Fi, fluorescent lighting, microwaves and more.

Radiation from EMF can manifest in the body in the form of discomfort, stress, weakened immune function, mineral and enzyme loss, poor brain function, sleep disorders and cancers in the body. Shielding devices help reduce and eliminate this exposure.

Cost: $29.95 and up. For more information, call 225-7917696 or visit Swiftfire.org. See ad, page 21.

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he Wellness Centre of Baton Rouge is offering a detox package consisting of a 25-minute infrared sauna session, a 30-minute detox footbath and a 10minute whole body vibration session for $25 ($50 value) this month.

Clients will begin the package with an infrared sauna session, sweating out toxins and burning 600 calories. Then, they will step on the whole body vibration equipment, which gently vibrates and helps to move lymphatic fluid in the body. This is followed by a soak of the feet in a relaxing footbath, helping the body detox through the pores of the feet. Taken together, these three treatments help clients feel energized and get better quality sleep.

“Come relax and bring your mother, sister, grandmother, daughter or friend and have some quality time together while getting healthier,” says owner, Karin Nielsen, a naturopathic doctor.

Location: 1528 DelPlaza Dr., Ste. B, Baton Rouge. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 225-2296107 or visit WellnessCentrebr.com. See ad, page 2.

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icensed Clinical Social Worker Shamyra Howard, has opened Conquest Counseling, a private therapy practice, located at 4845 Jamestown Avenue, Suite 205, in Baton Rouge. To celebrate, Howard is offering a complimentary 15minute phone consultation to new clients this month.

Conquest Counseling is a friendly and confidential practice offering assistance to people who may have anxiety, stress or depression related to any type of relationship or stressful life event. Common issues seen by clients include intimacy and communication issues, sexual desire, conflict resolution, LGBTQIA issues, nontraditional relationships (poly, pan, bondage, domination, submission, masochism, kink and more) and stress management. Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance is accepted.

“I love helping clients improve their relationships, sexual wellness and overcome related symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression. Therapy is an investment in your life and I am happy to help,” says Howard.

For more information or to schedule a consultation, call 225-366-7472 or visit ConquestCounseling.com. See ad, page 5.

Eighth Annual NOLA Veggie Fest

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he eighth annual NOLA Veggie Fest will take place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., May 7, and noon to 6 p.m., May 8, at The Kingsley House, located in uptown New Orleans. General admission is free and expanded admission tickets, which include special access, goodie bag with product samples and coupons, additional tastings and samples, complimentary raffle and door prize tickets, and discounts on merchandise are also available.

Featuring product samples, vendor booths, cooking demos, live music, nonprofit groups, speakers and delicious vegetable-based fare, the Veggie Fest will appeal to foodies and environmentalists alike.

Veggie Fest is a project of the Humane Society of Louisiana, a statewide, New Orleans-based charity founded in 1988. The Festival is operated with the volunteer support of the New Orleans Vegetarian Meetup Group and all proceeds go directly towards the programs to aid abused, neglected and homeless animals and to promote compassion and nonviolence for all.

Cost: Free or $20 for expanded admission. Location: 1600 Constance St., New Orleans. For more information, visit nolaVeggieFest.com. See ad, page 31.

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The first step in addressing a libido change is to manage the stressors in life and address any issues with overall health, whether they are mental, physical or emotional. Women can improve their health through eating clean, whole foods, exercising regularly and avoiding environmental toxins. Yoga and breathing exercises can help them manage stress levels.

Despite making these important lifestyle changes, the symptoms of low libido often persist for many women. These women may find the relief they need through hormone balancing therapy and supportive nutrient therapy. These options help women to restore the balance in their lives, relieve symptoms and protect their breast, bone, heart and brain health.

Source: Betsy Buchert, M.D., an obstetrician/gynecologist at Mint Health. For more information, call 225-250-1025 or visit MyMintHealth.com. See ad, page 7.

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any parents struggle with their children’s sleep habits. Children may snore, toss and turn, and grind their teeth. These symptoms are often signs that youngsters are not getting enough sleep, a problem that can result in behavioral issues that mimic the symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder, a diagnosis that is on the rise in the U.S. Children with large tonsils and/or narrow jaws may struggle with sleeping peacefully through the night because the tonsils and adenoids interfere with the airway. An experienced pediatric dentist can look into a child’s mouth and identify this condition. Symptoms include restless sleep, difficulty waking, morning headaches, snoring, teeth grinding, tossing and turning, daytime behavioral problems and bed wetting.

The removal of the tonsils and adenoids, along with an expansion of the upper jaws, which can be done painlessly using a functional appliance cemented to the upper teeth, can relieve these symptoms, allowing children to get adequate sleep.

Positive behavioral changes will usually follow.

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Magnesium Improves Childbirth for Mother and Newborn

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esearch presented at the annual meeting of the American Society of Anesthesiologists has found that magnesium reduces fevers during childbirth, as well as complications among newborns.

The study followed 63,000 deliveries from Northwestern Memorial Hospital, in Chicago, between 2007 and 2014. Of these, 6,163 women developed fevers of at least 100.4° F during labor. Of the women that developed fevers, 2,190 received magnesium sulfate intravenously during their labor.

Rates of fever at maternity dropped by half, to 4.3 percent, in women that received the magnesium, versus 9.9 percent in those that did not. The rate of newborn complications was also significantly lower among women given magnesium.

The study, led by Dr. Elizabeth Lange, an attending physician at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, is the first of its kind to investigate the effect of magnesium on childbirth. “By reducing the incidence of maternal fever, magnesium sulfate therapy may also reduce the incidence of complications in newborns,” says Lange.

The Missing Link: Inflammation and Depression in Women

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ntidepressant drug use is on the rise, particularly among women. A report released by Medco Health Solutions analyzed prescription claims data from 2.5 million Americans between 2001 and 2010 and found that 25 percent of women take drugs for a mental health condition. Despite a mainstream medicine notion that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance, medications known by familiar names such as Zoloft and Prozac meant to counter symptoms of such an imbalance may instead be causing a host of known harmful side effects.

“In six decades, not a single study has proven that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance,” asserts Dr. Kelly Brogan, an integrative physician, women’s health advocate and pioneer in holistic psychiatry.

A study published in the journal JAMA Psychiatry in 2014 reviewed 10 randomized, placebo-controlled trials to assess the effectiveness of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) in adults with symptoms of depression. The researchers from Aarhus University, in Denmark, found that treating inflammation in patients helped decrease their symptoms.

Brogan asserts that this approach is the best way to treat depression in women, advocating the use of a holistic anti-inflammation strategy instead of NSAIDs or antidepressants. “A more effective, drug-free approach is to recruit basic lifestyle changes that kick-start the body’s self-healing mechanisms, helping to curtail the symptoms of depression,” she claims. Her suggestions include dietary modification; simple breathing and meditation techniques; minimizing exposure to biology-disrupting toxins that include common over-the-counter drugs; sufficient sleep and exercise.

“Medical literature has emphasized the role of inflammation in mental illness for more than 20 years, so if you think a chemical pill can save, cure or correct you, think again,” says Brogan. “Covering over symptoms is a missed opportunity to resolve the root cause of the problem.”

For more information, visit KellyBroganMD.com.

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recent study by researchers at the University of La Plata, in Argentina, has found that most of the cotton hygiene products on the market contain the chemical glyphosate, widely used in agriculture as an herbicide. According to a recent World Health Organization statement, glyphosate is a probable carcinogen to humans.

The researchers purchased samples of cotton gauze, swabs, wipes and feminine care products including tampons and sanitary pads from stores in the La Plata area. Dr. Damian Marino, the study’s lead researcher, recounts the results: “Eighty-five percent of all samples tested positive for glyphosate and 62 percent for aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA), which is the environmental metabolite, but in the case of cotton and sterile cotton gauze, the figure was 100 percent.”

Marino adds, “In terms of concentrations, we saw that in raw cotton, AMPA dominates, with 39 parts per billion (PPB), followed by 13 PPB of glyphosate. While AMPA is absent in the gauze, the material contained glyphosate at 17 PPB.” The research was presented at the 2015 national Congress of Doctors of Fumigated Towns, in Buenos Aires.

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In an Environmental Working Group (EWG) survey, more than 90 percent of athletic fields and parks in six sample states are within 1,000 feet of a corn or soybean field where two toxic weed killers, glyphosate and 2,4-D, are commonly sprayed on genetically modified (GMO) corn, soybeans and other crops, meaning that nearby athletes are likely to be exposed. More than 56 percent of the facilities in the study were within 200 feet of such farmland.

Corn and soybean farmers in at least 15 states now have the option of planting GMO crops that can withstand repeated spraying with Monsanto’s glyphosate and the 2,4-D mixture sold by Dow AgroSciences under the brand name Enlist Duo. Sprayed herbicides readily drift through the air, potentially exposing people and the nearby environment.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency approved the use of Enlist Duo for GMO crops shortly before the World Health Organization concluded that glyphosate, the world’s most widely used herbicide, is “probably carcinogenic to humans.” Dow’s 2,4-D also possibly causes cancer, according to leading experts; exposure has also been linked to Parkinson’s disease, hypothyroidism and suppression of the human immune system.

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Campbell’s Endorses GMO Labeling Campbell Soup Company recently became the first major food corporation to support the mandatory labeling of genetically modified ingredients and will support the enactment of federal legislation to establish a single mandatory labeling standard for foods derived from genetically modified organisms (GMO).

A company spokesperson says, “With 92 percent of Americans supporting the labeling of GMO foods, Campbell believes now is the time for the federal government to act quickly to implement a federal solution.” The company says that if a federal solution is not reached, it is prepared to label all of its U.S. products for the presence of ingredients derived from GMOs and seek guidance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and approval by the U. S. Department of Agriculture. The company also has pledged to remove artificial colors and flavors from nearly all of its North American products by July 2018.

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Salmon Scam

Farmed Fish Mislabeled as Wild-Caught The nonprofit Oceana reveals that salmon, America’s favorite fish, is often mislabeled in restaurants and grocery stores. They collected 82 salmon samples from restaurants and grocery stores between December 2013 and March 2014 and found that 43 percent were mislabeled. DNA testing confirmed that the majority of the mislabeling (69 percent) consisted of farmed Atlantic salmon being sold as a wild-caught product.

“Americans might love salmon, but as our study reveals, they may be falling victim to a bait-andswitch,” says Beth Lowell, a senior campaign director with Oceana.

“Not only are consumers getting ripped off, but responsible U.S. fishermen are being cheated when fraudulent products lower the price for their hard-won catch.”

Kimberly Warner, Ph.D., the report’s author and a senior scientist at Oceana, observes, “While U.S. fishermen catch enough salmon to satisfy 80 percent of our domestic demand, 70 percent of that catch is then exported, instead of going directly to American grocery stores and restaurants.”

Source: Oceana.org

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Regulation Thermography Better at Detecting Thyroid Issues

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any women are plagued by thyroid issues, which often go undiagnosed due to the outdated blood tests typically used to measure thyroid function. “These tests will often falsely indicate a normal functioning thyroid, resulting in frustration and needless suffering,” explains Naturopathic Doctor Karin Nielsen, of The Wellness Centre of Baton Rouge.

Symptoms of a malfunctioning thyroid may include weight gain or an inability to lose weight, chronic fatigue, thinning hair and foggy thinking.

Infertility may also be a symptom of a faulty thyroid. Nielsen, who is also a board-certified holistic health practitioner, certified lymphatic therapist and certified clinical thermographer, believes that thermography is a far more accurate diagnostic tool than the traditional blood test. Her thermography methods go beyond the typical scans, measuring total body functionality based on the performance of the autonomic nervous system.

“Though we use imaging for breast issues, regulation thermography is a far better tool for not only detecting whether the thyroid is functional or dysfunctional, but looking at all other areas that correlate with thyroid health,” says Nielsen. “It is more precise and delicate, and can pick up minor malfunctions other tests miss.” In order to achieve the most reliable results for every client, Nielsen employs a combination of imaging and regulation thermography called total thermography, which provides the most thorough scan of the body’s total functionality.

Thermal imaging uses a digital infrared camera with medical grade software to scan the body from a few

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feet away and notes differences in skin surface temperatures. Regulation thermography measures 120 points on the female body from the forehead to the pubic bone using a hand-held tool applied to the surface of the skin. Variations in body temperature are noted on a graph and range from minimal to moderate to severe as indications of dysfunction. Neither technology uses radiation or compression. As with conventional tests, results are read by board-certified medical doctors.

“The client is first scanned while standing against a wall in a private room, fully clothed, warm and comfortable,” explains Nielsen. Once the first scan is complete, the client disrobes and sits quietly for a 10-minute cool down. After this time, the individual is scanned again to see how the body responds to the stress of being chilled. In various areas of the body, that response can either be functional (healthy) or dysfunctional (unhealthy).

Checking for thyroid issues extends beyond the thyroid gland itself and those areas are also assessed using regulation thermography. “Proper functioning adrenal glands are a huge key to optimal thyroid function,” Neilsen notes, adding that stressed adrenals— often resulting from constant stress and a poor diet—will tax the thyroid.

Although the adrenals are located near the kidneys, regulation thermography effectively measures their function using various points on the face that run along the same energy meridian.

Nielsen says that stomach issues can also lead to thyroid dysfunction, noting that low stomach acid contributes to hypothyroidism. “Most people who experience acid reflux actually

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Thermography will also indicate heavy metal load, which can affect thyroid function. For instance, Nielsen says that mercury amalgams in teeth, especially the second molar, can have a negative effect on both thyroid and breast health. “In thermal imaging, we can sometimes see mercury leaching from the molar to the thyroid, and ultimately to the breast,” she says.

When regulation thermography indicates a problem with the thyroid or adrenal glands, Nielsen will use functional medicine, which addresses the root of the issue and not merely the symptoms, to resolve it. Treatment typically consist of dietary guidance and homeopathics, including a special iodine blend containing selenium, which is needed to drive iodine into the cells and allow proper conversion to active thyroid hormone. Most clients feel improvement within 30 days.

Screening takes an hour for the initial visit, with a follow-up and consultation visit scheduled two to three weeks later. Both appointments are included in the initial fee, which is not typically covered by insurance.

“Thermography is painless, radiation-free and highly accurate at detecting dysfunction before it becomes a serious issue,” says Nielsen. “It offers an excellent alternative to costly, invasive procedures and allows us to address the root cause of health issues, greatly improving the quality of life for clients.”

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SPARK UP YOUR LOVE LIFE Natural Ways to Boost Libido

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nderlying health issues aside, a hectic schedule packed with work deadlines, kids’ sporting events and household chores can leave little time for intimacy. Letting that pattern go on too long can become a problem. “There’s a use-it-or-lose-it phenomenon that occurs,” says Dr. Anita Clayton, a University of Virginia psychiatry professor, neurologist and author of Satisfaction: Women, Sex, and the Quest for Intimacy.

Despite what hyper-seductive female media stereotypes suggest we believe, in the real world, 39 percent of women feel they lack sex drive, and nearly half experience some kind of sexual dissatisfaction, according to a survey of 32,000 women published in the journal Obstetrics & Gynecology. About one in eight women are significantly distressed about it. “The truth is, many of us don’t have great sex lives,” confirms Clayton.

Sprout Pharmaceuticals introduced Addyi, aka filbanserin, last fall; the first prescription drug to address low libido in women. Some heralded the controversial medication as “the little pink pill,” seeing it as the female version of males’ blue Viagra pill, which a halfmillion men purchased in its first month on the market in 1998. Yet several

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months after its launch, only about 1,000 women had tried Addyi and many doctors declined to prescribe it, due to its lack of widespread efficacy and possible adverse side effects, including low blood pressure and fainting when combined with alcohol.

“This is a complex problem that requires a complex solution,” says Honolulu-based naturopathic physician Laurie Steelsmith, author of Great Sex Naturally: Every Woman’s Guide to Enhancing Her Sexuality Through the Secrets of Natural Medicine. “For most women, drugs are not the answer.” She notes that for men, boosting libido is largely a matter of boosting circulation and blood flow to the penis. But for women, desire for lovemaking stems from an interplay of emotional, interpersonal, hormonal and anatomical drivers that make lack of desire harder to “treat”.

The truth is that many simple, effective, non-drug approaches exist. As Boulder, Colorado, marriage therapist Michele Weiner Davis puts it, “There’s no reason why a woman wanting a more robust sex life cannot have one.”

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enjoying pleasure, you need a healthy body.” Carrying excess weight can both erode self-esteem and lead to reductions in a woman’s natural circulating testosterone, a critical hormone that helps ignite pleasure circuits in the female brain and increase sensitivity in the clitoris. Being underweight can result in fatigue and low sexual energy, diminished production of excitatory brain chemicals and low levels of estrogen, key for keeping a woman moist.

Meanwhile, Steelsmith explains, excess stress can prompt the body to “steal” from libido-boosting hormones like progesterone in order to make more of the stress-hormone cortisol. High blood sugar can drive down testosterone, while high cholesterol can clog pelvic blood vessels, dulling sensation.

Depression, diabetes and thyroid disorders are other major libido killers, says Clayton. “If you treat them effectively, you may see big improvements.”

Women seeking to improve their sexual health should first try to achieve a healthy weight via diet and exercise, Steelsmith says. She recommends an organic diet rich in complex carbohydrates (which keep blood sugar balanced), lean protein (a precursor to desire-related neurotransmitters) and good fats (which help keep vulval tissues lubricated).

Exercise—another circulation booster—is also key. Do it before a scheduled hot date for even better results. One 2014 study of 52 women found that those that worked out prior to an anticipated romantic encounter had significantly increased sexual desire.

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Many women avoid sexual encounters for fear of sparking a urinary tract or vaginal infection. This becomes more common after age 40, as estrogen wanes and pelvic tissue thins and dries, leaving it more vulnerable to microbial invaders. Because semen is alkaline, it changes a woman’s vaginal pH, allowing unfriendly bacteria to thrive, says Steelsmith.

Her advice: Always go to the bathroom and urinate after intercourse, and use natural lubricants, like vitamin E. For some women, she also recommends low-dose, prescription estrogen cream or suppositories.

If an infection occurs, try to treat it naturally, avoiding antibiotics, which can spark yeast overgrowth. Instead, Steelsmith recommends using tea tree oil, goldenseal, or probiotic douches or suppositories, available online and at health food stores.

Kegel exercises are a famous aid, involving clamping down as if interrupting urine flow, before releasing and repeating. This not only help fends off urinary incontinence and infection, it also strengthens and firms pelvic muscles, rendering enhanced enjoyment for both partners.

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Research has shown that over time, frequent lovemaking actually causes structural changes in certain areas of the brain as new connections form and sex-related regions grow stronger.

Stop, and those areas atrophy, making physical intimacy feel awkward once it’s resurrected.

A sexless relationship can also be emotionally devastating for the person, often the male, that wants more contact, says Weiner Davis, author of The Sex-Starved Marriage: Boosting

Your Marriage Libido. “For the spouse yearning for touch, it is a huge deal,” she says. “It’s about feeling wanted, attractive and loved.” In her practice, she often sees couples that are mismatched in how they wish to demonstrate and receive love. Often, the woman wants to feel close emotionally before she can feel close physically. For the man, physical intimacy is a conduit for opening up emotionally. When both keep waiting to get what they want, the relationship suffers.

She counsels couples to deliberately make time to address both partners’ needs. Schedule a long walk or intimate dinner to talk over feelings; also schedule sex. “Some people say, ‘Oh, but

that’s not spontaneous enough,’” says Weiner Davis. “But even if you put it on the calendar, what you do with that time can still be spontaneous and playful.”

While most women assume that they need to be in the mood first, research by University of British Columbia Psychiatrist Rosemary Basson suggests that in some women, desire only comes after physical arousal, especially by a loving partner that takes the time to meet her needs. “I wish I had a dollar for each time someone said to me, ‘I’m not in the mood, but once I get into it, I surprise myself, because I have a really good time,’” says Weiner Davis. She’s not advising women to make love when they really don’t want to, but rather to be open to it even when the circumstances aren’t ideal. “A lot of women feel like the house has to be clean, with the kids asleep and free of distracting noises,” she says. “Sometimes, just do it.”

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That said, the benefits of attending to an affectionate, healthy sex life can go far beyond the bedroom, improving overall health and strengthening relationships, notes Steelsmith. Sex burns calories, increases circulation, releases calming and painkilling hormones like prolactin and prompts production of the “bonding hormones” vasopressin and oxytocin.

“When you are in a loving relationship and you express that love through your body, physiological changes occur that can help you bond more deeply with your partner,” she says. “The more you make love, the more love you make.”

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t seems that a common mineral supplement that costs just pennies per day can stimulate an underactive thyroid, restore metabolism to normal levels, curb excess appetite, banish fatigue and generally improve everyone’s health.

Mounting scientific evidence shows that iodine may be an answer to many such health woes, especially for women.

“The thyroid acts as a throttle, the gas pedal for all metabolic functions in the human body,” says Dr. Richard Shames, of San Rafael, California, author of Thyroid Mind Power.

If the thyroid is a driving force of human physiology, then iodine is its key fuel, says Dr. Robert Thompson,

of Soldotna, Alaska, author of What Doctors Fail to Tell You About Iodine & Your Thyroid. “Every single cell in your body depends on thyroid hormone, and the thyroid depends on iodine for proper functioning.”

“Without sufficient thyroid hormone, we have low energy, slower metabolism, lower immunity to illness and impaired repair and maintenance of bones and joints,” explains Shames.

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“Estrogen inhibits the body’s natural ability to absorb and utilize iodine,” says Dr. Jorge Flechas, of Hendersonville, North Carolina, who specializes in thyroid disorders. “We find three periods in life when women need more iodine: at puberty and during both pregnancy and perimenopause or menopause. It’s because estrogen levels tend to fluctuate wildly at those times, neutralizing the ability of iodine gained through select foods to balance thyroid and other hormones.” Flechas prescribes iodine supplements for most women at all three stages of life.

Toxic halogens: Iodine belongs to a group of halogens that includes chlorine, bromine and fluorine, three chemicals that are both toxic to the human body and block its ability to absorb iodine, explains Thompson.

“They’re everywhere, in our air, water and food. It’s nearly impossible to avoid them,” reports Shames, a longtime advocate in the movement against the common practice of adding fluoride (a derivative of fluorine) and chlorine to municipal water. Fluoride is also added to many brands of toothpaste. Bromide is part of almost all commercial flour and flour products, as well as soft drinks.

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Food: “So-called ‘iodized’ salt doesn’t contain much usable iodine, and neither does pink Himalyan sea salt,” Shames cautions.

We’ve known that our soil is deficient in essential minerals such as iodine since at least 1936, when a special U.S. Senate report concluded that our soil was already severely depleted.

“This simply means that when we grow produce, the plants cannot extract these vital nutrients from the soil for us—including iodine—if those nutrients aren’t there in the first place,” says Thompson.

If anything, he adds, U.S. soils have become even more sterile in the 80 years since the report and, “Factory farming and the use of genetically modified (GMO) crops, Roundup herbicide and synthetic chemical fertilizers have undoubtedly worsened the situation.”

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Thyroid Toxins to Avoid Fluorine/fluoride Fluoridated toothpaste Unfiltered municipal drinking water Some bottled teas Teflon pans Mechanically deboned chicken Chlorine/chloride Virtually all municipal water Swimming pools, spas Poultry chilled in chlorinated water to kill bacteria Chlorine bleaches and other conventional household cleaners

Bromine/bromide Flour and flour products, except those labeled “unbrominated” Soft drinks Pesticides with methyl bromide Plastics Fire retardants in children’s nightwear and some furniture Spa disinfectants Source: What Doctors Fail to Tell You About Iodine & Your Thyroid,

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Shames recommends getting an iodine lab test (available without a prescription at CanaryClub.org) to determine exact needs. Thompson recommends potassium iodide and sodium iodide supplements for thy-roid health.

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ision boards, a powerful tool for transformation, comprise a collage of pictures, phrases, poems and quotes that visually represent what we would like to experience more of in life. Building one works to uncover hidden desires and inner guidance that help clarify the details of a roadmap to our future. Anyone can create one in a few hours.

The layout may be intuitive, placing pieces where feelings direct; circles within circles like a mandala; or in titled, pie-shaped segments arranged in the form of a wheel.

Board basics: Choose a large piece of poster board, corkboard or canvas the size of an unfolded newspaper.

Gather pens, scissors, glue or pins, sticky tape and a current selfie.

Gather 10 to 20 magazines ranging from women’s and men’s fashion, health and fitness to hobbies, house and garden and travel, including animals representing specific character traits. Pick topics that resonate, uplift and inspire, energize or bring relaxation. Beauty salons, libraries and community centers like to clear out old issues; an alternative is to assemble images by using a computer.

Prepare a space: Find a quiet, relaxing spot, free of disturbances and distractions.

Mindset magic: Let go of ought-tos, shoulds and musts.

Rest assured that feeling the desire to be good, to do good or have something good in our life means we can make it happen, even if we do not yet know how.

Flick, snip and stick: Have fun seeing what jumps out and catches your attention while riffling through the magazine pages. Clip and place these images in a pile, and then sort out those that feel really right.

A vision board clarifies our deepest desires.

Arrange: Experiment with the positioning and relationships of words and images until it feels good. Take a photograph as a reference. Affix pieces either so they can be repositioned or permanent, leaving spaces to symbolize an openness to receiving more ideas.

Purpose Statement: Play with words that describe desired values and qualities to eventually shape an inspiring affirmation representing cherished personal aspirations for the year ahead. Place this next to the selfie and other key personal photos in the center of the board and reinforce its verity by daily repeating it.

Pride of place: Prominently display the board where it will be visible throughout the day. The more time we spend with our board, the more movement we’ll make toward our goals and the faster they’ll become our reality.

Activate: Sit with the board and connect with its opportunities. Visualize being, doing, having and experiencing everything shown, as if they are already an intimate part of daily life. This living, breathing idea grows with us, and a companion gratitude journal can support us in acknowledging our progress.

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Calming Anxiety Through Energetic Healing – 2:30-4:30pm. Gain relief from anxiety and understand your own energetic state through yoga, sound healing and energy work. With Daniel Leonard and Tina Ufford. $30. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170. TheRedShoes.org.

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Power Breathing – 9:30-10:30am. Guided breathing exercises in a dry salt therapy room to increase well-being and general health. With Jennifer Tucker, health coach. $25. Fleauxt, 8312 Jefferson Hwy, Ste 4, Baton Rouge. 225-283-0520. Fleauxt.com.

Meditative Coloring – 5-6pm. Join us for a quiet time of coloring relaxation and meditation. With Wendy Herschman. $5 suggested donation. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge.

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Power Breathing – 5:30-6:30pm. Guided breathing exercises in a dry salt therapy room to increase well-being and general health. With Jennifer Tucker, health coach. $25. Fleauxt, 8312 Jefferson Hwy, Ste 4, Baton Rouge. 225-283-0520. Fleauxt.com.

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. Free. Eden Park Branch Library, 5131 Greenwell Springs Rd, Baton Rouge. 225-231-3250.

Yoga Nidra – 5:30-6:30pm. Yoga Nidra is a meditative style of yoga that promotes relaxation and restful sleep. This class will be taking place within a dry salt room, which will enhance overall well-being and health. With Dee Dee Poullard. $35. Fleauxt, 8312 Jefferson Hwy, Ste 4, Baton Rouge. 225-2830520. Fleauxt.com.

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NOLA Veggie Fest – 11am-6pm. Featuring product samples, vendor booths, cooking demos, live music, nonprofit groups, speakers and delicious vegetable-based fare, the Veggie Fest will appeal to foodies and environmentalists alike. Free. The Kingsley House, 1600 Constance St., New Orleans. nolaVeggieFest.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 8 NOLA Veggie Fest – 12-6pm. Featuring product samples, vendor booths, cooking demos, live music, nonprofit groups, speakers and delicious vegetable-based fare, the Veggie Fest will appeal to foodies and environmentalists alike. Free. The Kingsley House, 1600 Constance St., New Orleans. nolaVeggieFest.com.

Mother’s Day Yoga and Tea – 2-4pm. A beautiful way to celebrate Mother’s Day with yoga and a tea party. All ages and levels welcome. $10/each. Yoga Bliss Baton Rouge, 7384 Highland Rd, second floor.

225-663-2381. YogaBlissBatonRouge.com.

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Power Breathing – 5:30-6:30pm. Guided breathing exercises in a dry salt therapy room to increase well-being and general health. With Jennifer Tucker, health coach. $25. Fleauxt, 8312 Jefferson Hwy, Ste 4, Baton Rouge. 225-283-0520. Fleauxt.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 12 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. $25. Fleauxt, 8312 Jefferson Hwy, Ste 4, Baton Rouge. 225-283-0520. Fleauxt.com.

Gentle Tai Chi – 10-11am. Join an invigorating hour of gentle tai chi. The ancient Chinese art of tai chi helps de-stress and improves balance. Free. Eden Park Branch Library, 5131 Greenwell Springs Rd, Baton Rouge. 225-231-3250.

Yoga Nidra – 5:30-6:30pm. Yoga Nidra is a meditative style of yoga that promotes relaxation and restful sleep. This class will be taking place within a dry salt room, which will enhance overall well-being and health. With Dee Dee Poullard. $35. Fleauxt, 8312 Jefferson Hwy, Ste 4, Baton Rouge. 225-2830520. Fleauxt.com.

FRIDAY, MAY 13 Mid-Year Vision Makeover – 6:30-7:30pm. Build a powerful vision for the rest of 2016. Create or update your vision board and recommit or create new goals.

Bring extra pictures. With Monique Moliere Piper. $20. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170. TheRedShoes.org.

SATURDAY, MAY 14 3-Day Meal Plan – 10-11:30am. Join Feel Good Mama as she demonstrates how to prepare three days of nutritious, budget-friendly, family meals. Sample food and receive a meal plan and shopping list. Free.

Whole Foods Market, 7529 Corporate Blvd, Baton Rouge. 225-800-7753. FeelGoodMama.com.

Doing Family, Oils and Business – 10am-12pm.

Essential Oil educational class for beginners and for those looking for a home business opportunity.

Class is open to the public. Free, but registration is required. Address (off S. Sherwood Forest) provided at registration. 225-572-3376. DaystarWay@gmail.com.

All About That Breath – 1-3pm. A workshop focused on pranayama and a variety of breathing techniques. $25. Yoga Bliss Baton Rouge, 5160 Sherwood Forest Blvd, Baton Rouge. 225-448-3288.

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SUNDAY, MAY 15 Whitney Plantation Tour – 12:30-5pm. Join us for a trip to Whitney Planation, a museum dedicated to preserving the authentic narratives of the enslaved population. Meet at The Red Shoes. $20. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-3381170. TheRedShoes.org.

MONDAY, MAY 16 Parabola Discussion – 6-7:30pm. Join us for a discussion of Parabola, a quarterly journal that explores themes of humanity from a wide variety of spiritual traditions. Facilitated Ann Trousdale. Donation monthly $10. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170. TheRedShoes.org.

TUESDAY, MAY 17 Power Breathing – 9:30-10:30am. Guided breathing exercises in a dry salt therapy room to increase well-being and general health. With Jennifer Tucker, health coach. $25. Fleauxt, 8312 Jefferson Hwy, Ste 4, Baton Rouge. 225-283-0520. Fleauxt.com.

The Director Within – 6:30-8pm. Just as filmmakers write scripts, we unconsciously create internal scripts that shape our lives. Uncover your hidden scripts to step fully into your power. With Melinda Walsh. $15. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170. TheRedShoes.org.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 18 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. MyMintHealth.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, MAY 19 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. Free. Eden Park Branch Library, 5131 Greenwell Springs Rd, Baton Rouge. 225-231-3250.

Prenatal Class – 12pm. Join Miranda Brown, CNM, for pre/post-natal education. Curriculum includes everything needed 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. 225-250-1025.

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Yoga Nidra – 5:30-6:30pm. Yoga Nidra is a meditative style of yoga that promotes relaxation and

restful sleep. This class will be taking place within a dry salt room, which will enhance overall well-being and health. With Dee Dee Poullard. $35. Fleauxt, 8312 Jefferson Hwy, Ste 4, Baton Rouge. 225-2830520. Fleauxt.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 21 Family Fit Day – 7:30am-12:30pm. Fitness classes, speakers, healthy cooking demonstrations, activities, bike safety classes, runs, bike rides and more. A citywide event for all ages to encourage sustained physical activity, increase community engagement, and build support for active, healthy families in Baton Rouge. Free. 1515 Dalrymple Dr, Baton Rouge.

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Introduction to Kids Yoga – 2-3:15pm. A fun time of bliss for parents and kids of all ages to experience the joy of yoga. $10. Yoga Bliss Baton Rouge, 7384 Highland Rd, second floor. 225-663-2381.

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TUESDAY, MAY 24 Advanced Hormone Replacement Therapy – 12-1pm. Learn about the most effective and safest hormone replacement options with Dr Buchert.

Free. Mint Health, 500 Rue de la Vie Ste 401, Baton Rouge. 225-250-1025. MyMintHealth.com.

LifeShare Blood Drive – 2-7pm. The mission of LifeShare Blood Centers is to provide quality blood and blood components for use by patients on an efficient cost-effective basis. Look for the LifeShare bus. Whole Foods Market, 7529 Corporate Blvd, Baton Rouge. LifeShare.org.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 25 Power Breathing – 5:30-6:30pm. Guided breathing exercises in a dry salt therapy room to increase well-being and general health. With Jennifer Tucker, health coach. $25. Fleauxt, 8312 Jefferson Hwy, Ste 4, Baton Rouge. 225-283-0520. Fleauxt.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 26 Gentle Tai Chi – 10-11am. Join an invigorating hour of gentle tai chi. The ancient Chinese art of tai chi helps de-stress and improves balance. Free. Eden Park Branch Library, 5131 Greenwell Springs Rd, Baton Rouge. 225-231-3250.

Prenatal Class – 12pm. Join Miranda Brown, CNM, for pre/post-natal education. Curriculum includes everything needed 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. 225-250-1025.

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FRIDAY, MAY 27 Happy Hour Meditation – 5:30-6:30pm. Refuel and refresh at the end of your work week. Drink from our well of tranquility through meditation practices and the sounds of crystal bowls. With Daniel Leonard. $10. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170. TheRedShoes.org.

SUNDAY, MAY 29 LifeShare Blood Drive – 11am-4pm. The mission of LifeShare Blood Centers is to provide quality blood and blood components for use by patients on an efficient cost-effective basis. Look for the LifeShare bus. Walmart, 28270 Walker South, Walker.

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

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

225-338-1170.

sunday Sacred Circle: 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. 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 Joshua Wartelle. $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.

The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge.

225-338-1170.

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. Begin the process of changing one’s mind and perception with the aim of removing the blocks to the awareness of love’s presence. Facilitated by Nic Ourso. $20 suggested monthly donation. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge. 225-338-1170.

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

Wake up the body, mind and spirit with morning yoga. With Tina Ufford and Joshua Wartelle. $8/ class, 7 classes/$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. Pennington Biomedical Research Center, 6400 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge.

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.

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

Wake up the body, mind and spirit with morning yoga. With Tina Ufford and Joshua Wartelle. $8/ class, 7 classes/$48, 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 businesses through effective networking and referrals, education and emotional support. $50/month. Bocage Racquet Club, President’s Room, 7600 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge. 225-926-3287.

Wellness Wednesdays – 9am-5:30pm. Detox Footbath, Sauna Therapy and chair massages 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.

Way Out Wednesday – 10am-6pm. Want to take on a holistic approach to haircare. Your way out of harsh/chemical haircare products and into OWay (Organic Way). Purchase two OWay products and get the third for half off. Cosi Bella Hair Studio, 240 Laurel St, Ste 201, Baton Rouge. 225-412-4440.

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. $25. Fleauxt, 8312 Jefferson Hwy, Ste 4, Baton Rouge. 225-283-0520. Fleauxt.com.

Kundalini Yoga – 9:30-10:30am. Kundalini yoga is best known as the yoga of awareness. We refine and expand our awareness through a series of guided movements. With Janet Sullivan. $10. The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge.

225-338-1170.

Prenatal Class – 12pm. Join Miranda Brown, CNM, for pre/post-natal education. Curriculum includes everything needed 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.

225-250-1025.

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

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.

PhysIQ Weight Management: Life Style Change – 7-8pm. Presentation on scientifically backed, natural and wellness products including PhysIQ weight management system. Learn how LifeVantage can be a part of a lifestyle change. Free. Baton Rouge Rehabilitation Hospital, 8595 United Plaza Blvd, 1st floor Café, Baton Rouge. 225-773-8548.

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

Books, speakers and films spark the spirit of compassion within this circle. $20 suggested donation.

The Red Shoes, 2303 Government St, Baton Rouge.

225-338-1170.

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

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

225-338-1170.

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.

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

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Community Development. Delmont Service Center, 3535 Riley St, Baton Rouge.

saturday Livingston Parish Farmers’ Market – 7am-12pm.

Each week, stop by for food, fruits, vegetables, local specialties and crafts. Located in the New Covenant Church parking lot on U.S. 190 (Florida Blvd) across from McDonald’s in Denham Springs.

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.

Creative Kids Studio – 10:30am-12:30pm. Children up to age 13 will be assisted as they create a painting of their choice on 8x10 canvas. Choice of acrylic or washable paint. Must Pre-register. $10 (multiple child discount available). Source Connect, 4606 Jones Creek Road, Ste 110, Baton Rouge.

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CLASSES DENTAL ASSISTANT – Day classes begin May 23. Train for your career in less than a year at Medical Training College. 225-570-4297 or visit MTCBR.com.

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Without ChemiCals When: May 7 at 9am-5pm • Price: $70 Where: Life Academy, 9010 Florida Blvd, Walker Register: FacingYourBeauty.Eventbrite.com Learn facial massage techniques, tips on skin care and healthy living, and how essential oils can be used to support the body.

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LAGNIAPPE CHIROPRACTIC & WELLNESS

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Dr. Alvin Jaufre 311 E. Airport Ave, Ste A, Baton Rouge 225-926-2273

Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine can safely and effectively treat a wide A C U P U N C T U R E range of health concerns, WELLNESS CENTER such as allergies, cancer care support, facial rejuvenation, fertility, headaches, menopause, pain, post-surgery & sports injury, shingles, stress & anxiety, as well as wellness & prevention. Call today to find out more or visit our website.

Focusing on total body care and health, Dr. Jaufre incorporates new technologies into his traditional adjusting style. Lagniappe offers many alternative health treatments including Medi-cupping massage, Raindrop therapy and Laser-allergy treatments. The Chiropractic journey at Lagniappe may offer a new sense of balance and wellness that patients may have never before experienced. See ad, page 13.

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Source Connect Studio and Gallery is a creative and inspiring space that offers paint classes and parties for children and adults, including individuals with special needs. We also hang and invite the community to enjoy the work of local artists and our space is open for small gatherings and meetings. See ad, page 23.

Specializing in sexuality and relationship therapy with individuals and couples, including those who are LGBTQIA. Conquest Counseling is a nonmonogamous and BDSM/Kink friendly practice that offers assistance for persons who may have anxiety, stress or depression related to any type of relationship or stressful life event. See ad, page 5.

4606 Jones Creek Rd, Ste 110, Baton Rouge 318-510-8582 SourceConnectGallery.com

Shamyra Howard, LCSW 4845 Jamestown Ave, Ste 205 225-366-7472 ConquestCounseling.com

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Robert W. Smith DC, DABCI 4137 S. Sherwood Forest, Ste 110, Baton Rouge 225-291-2626 BRSpine.com Wellness care with a Chiropractic Internist involves more than the nerves of the spine. It is also about what goes in your body- and using the epigenetic factor associated with dietary and nutition for health. Your health challenges will have a partner to prioritize and set attainable goals to achieve results.

Kurt A. LeJeune, DDS 3138 McIlhenny Drive, Baton Rouge 225-248-8400 • CypressDental.com Offering dental services including cosmetic dentistry, full-mouth rehabilitation, minimally invasive dentistry, mercury-safe environment, non-titanium implants, and laser dentistry. We also offer treatment for complex conditions, such as obstructive sleep apnea, snoring, TMJ dysfunction, head, neck and facial pain. See ad, page 22.

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SULLIVAN DENTAL CENTER

5436 Commerce St, St. Francisville 225-635-4422 SullivanDental.com The health and well-being of our patients is our number one priority.

That is why we listen to your concerns, and then ensure that you get the results you want. We always stay on top of the latest technology in order to provide our patients with the cutting-edge, highest quality care available. See ad, page 19.

EDUCATION MEDICAL TRAINING COLLEGE

10525 Plaza Americana Dr, Baton Rouge 225-570-4297 MTCBR.com Medical Training College offers a variety of programs that equip tomorrows professionals for exciting careers in the medical Medical Training and massage therapy fields. A strong emphasis is placed on College academic excellence, professionalism, competence and accountability.

Your success is our highest goal. We succeed because you do! See ad, page 32.

EMF PROTECTION SWIFTFIRE MINISTRIES Sharnael Wolverton, ND 225-791-7696 Swiftfire.org

Dangerous electromagnetic fields from cellular phones, towers, computers, Wi-Fi, microwaves and more cause discomfort, stress, weakened i m m u n i t y, p o o r b r a i n function, sleep disorders, and cancers. After 12 years of research in Quantum Molecular Medicine, we have found a new protective product EMF shield. Protect you and your family’s health! Visit Swiftfire.org today. See ad, page 21.

ESSENTIAL OILS COYOTE MOON CRYSTALS AND GIFTS 1938 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge 225-344-4448 CoyoteMoonBR.com

We have single oils, combinations of oils and organic oils, as well as carrier oils and creams for cosmetics. Lovely diffusers will fill your room with fragrant healing.

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DAYSTAR WAY, LLC

Jeannie Causey, LPN, CNHP, YL #1265021 225-572-3376 YLWebsite.com/DaystarWay Learn to improve your health/ wellness by using therapeuticgrade YL Essential Oils and prayer. YL Essential Oils respect the sensitive methods required to preserve the oil’s therapeutic integrity without preservatives or additives. Zyto Compass Scans available for determining nutritional supplementation needs. Ask how to get one for free. See ad, page 18.

CATHY DUPLECHIN

Young Living Distributor #1253105 225-347-4442 LiveAndBreatheOils.com Young Living Essential Oils and products, Raindrop Technique, Zyto Compass Reading and local seminars on healthy living held the third Tuesday of each month.

Find out about the health benefits of Young Living, inquire about getting a wholesale membership or start a business. Share essential oils with others and make money. See ad, page 18.

ESSENTIALS 4 HEALTH; dōTERRA ESSENTIAL OILS

Katelyn Neil 614-395-8404 • Essentials4Health.us I’m currently interviewing for positions on my business team, sharing how to use dōTERRA essential oils, the highest quality oils produced in the world. We are creating a community focused on education and supporting others in advocating their own wellness.

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VICKI B BEAUTY & WELLNESS dōTERRA Essential Oils & Wellness Products 225-955-0177 Mydoterra.com/vickib

Join me in a journey to reinvent your wellness routine and restore your health the safe, natural way.

Let’s use my AromaTouch Technique certification to help you relax and restore your feeling of overall wellness. Classes and individual or group consultations available.

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LPL Financial Registered Representative 4137 S Sherwood Forest Blvd, Ste 130, Baton Rouge • 225-266-1654 I have been helping individuals and families pursue financial freedom for over 25 years. Call me today to schedule a complimentary consultation to discuss your financial goals and needs. It is never too late to start planning a healthy financial future. See ad, page 8.

FITNESS STUDIO BODY SCULPT BARRE STUDIO

240 Laurel St, Ste 201, Baton Rouge Organic Colour Systems 225-412-4440 CosiBellaStudio.com At Cosi Bella Hair Studio, we immerse our clients in a multisensorial, non-toxic salon experience with active botanicals and pure essential oils. Organic Way (OWAY ) is the world’s first professional organic hair color, care and styling line with biodynamic, organic and fair trade ingredients. Join us for an invigorating “head-spa” experience. See ad, page 12.

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We pride ourselves on knowing that fitness is not just a number on the scale, but that a fit body is a strong and happy body.

Body Sculpt provides total body conditioning classes, merged with a positive and fun atmosphere, promoting a love for fitness and supporting a high-energy environment, to sculpt lean, strong, happy bodies. See ad, page 6.

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 12.

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A Functional Nutrition Model of Health Care that can effectively s t o p s u ff e r i n g . D r. S m i t h specializes in identifying and correcting gut, metabolic, hormone and immune problems, naturally. Especially helpful for those who’ve been told, “your lab tests are normal” or those who are not satisfied with the current level of care they are getting.

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MINT HEALTH

500 Rue de la Vie, Ste 401, Baton Rouge 225-250-1025, ext 705 MyMintHealth.com Dr Buchert provides functional wellness for men and women, as well as OB/ GYN care with the “Mint Healthy” twist. Trained through the Institute for Functional Medicine, she helps clients achieve optimal health by getting to the root cause of dysfunction. You have access to standard medical care plus innovative tools of functional wellness to optimize hormones, re-balance metabolism, address nagging health concerns. Be the best you! See ad, page 7.

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 17.

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MASSAGE THERAPY

NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR

BABETTE DEBARROS LMT, VODDER CDT

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

NYR ORGANIC

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 2.

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.

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Sharnael Wolverton, ND 225-791-7696 Swiftfire.org

Olivia Bennett, LPN, LMT 315 N. Range Ave, Denham Springs 318-792-5073 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 18.

LISA KING, LMT

International Speaker and Author offering classes/consults in transforming dis-ease to EASE naturally through nutrition, aromatherapy, orthomolecular support, frequency, detoxing, emotional clearing, spiritual support, electric magnetic protection and other cutting edge modalities.

Interested in educational classes for your church, business or requiring balance for your own personal health? Contact me. See ad, page 21.

ORGANIC BAKERY

1528 Delplaza Dr, Ste C, Baton Rouge 225-715-1065 RejuveMassageBR.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 20.

9618 Jefferson Hwy, Ste B, Baton Rouge 225-293-9886 Room4DessertBR.com 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 8.

PERSONAL & SPIRITUAL GROWTH

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 25.

Greater Baton Rouge, LA

KARIN NIELSEN, ND

Hope Maria Benson, Independent Consultant 225-716-0820 • HH.Benson@yahoo.com US.NYROrganic.com/Shop/HopeMariaBenson

SWIFTFIRE MINISTRIES

FACILITATING HEALING, LLC

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SKIN & BEAUTY

THE RED SHOES

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 13.

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SPA BLUE TIGER SPA

10859 Perkins Rd, Ste C, Baton Rouge 225-769-9528 BlueTigerSpa.com Blue Tiger Spa brings the latest in relaxation and modern-day spa services. We help you slim down, lighten up and always look and feel your best using non-intrusive protocols that require no downtime, no injections, no dieting, and no physical activity on your part. See ad, page 9.

SPIRITUAL GIFTS & BOOKS COYOTE MOON

1938 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge 225-344-4448 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 27.

TATTOO SAFE VOYAGE TATTOO

2648 S Range Ave, Denham Springs 225-664-4005 SafeVoyageTattoo.com Safe Voyage Tattoo provides classic tattooing in a professional and sterile environment with an experienced artist. We offer vegan-friendly pigments. Please call or stop by the shop to set up your appointment for a consultation. We’re also happy to accept walk-in clientele, so stop in and get tattooed or pierced. See ad, page 6.

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 2.

Fair-trade Salt lampS

8312 Jefferson Hwy, Ste 4 or order online at TinyURL.com/Fleauxt

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 20.

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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