Natural Awakenings of Virginia's Blue Ridge January 2014

H E A L T H Y

L I V I N G

H E A L T H Y

P L A N E T

feel good • live simply • laugh more

FREE

GREEN UP

2014

Easy Ways to Go Eco Right Now

BUILD YOUR OWN

HEALTH

TEAM

Paths to Wellness Finding the Right Support

January 2014 | Virginia’s Blue Ridge Edition | NABlueRidge.com

letterfromthepublisher contact us Publisher Tracy Garland Publisher@NABlueRidge.com Editor Karen Adams Marketing & Advertising Bonnie Cranmer Bonnie@BlueRidgeGreenMedia.com Kim Walls Kim@NABlueRidge.com Design & Production Courtney Ayers Karen Garland, Graphic Design To contact Natural Awakenings Virginia’s Blue Ridge Edition:

Phone: 540-384-1815 Fax: 540-444-5668 Email: Publisher@NABlueRidge.com 1390 Southside Drive., Suite 118 Salem, VA 24153 NABlueRidge.com Follow us on

© 2014 by Natural Awakenings. All rights reserved.

Although some parts of this publication may be reproduced and reprinted, we require that prior permission be obtained in writing.

Natural Awakenings is a free publication distributed locally and is supported by our advertisers. It is available in selected stores, health and education centers, healing centers, public libraries and wherever free publications are generally seen. Please call to find a location near you or if you would like copies placed at your business.

We do not necessarily endorse the views expressed in the articles and advertisements, nor are we responsible for the products and services advertised.

We welcome your ideas, articles and feedback.

SUBSCRIPTIONS Subscriptions are available by sending $15 (for 12 issues) to the above address.

Natural Awakenings is printed on recycled newsprint with soybased ink.

H

appy 2014 from Natural Awakenings magazine! This month, we have prepared a couple of feature articles to help you kick off the New Year right. In “Build Your Own Wellness Team,” you’ll find practical advice on planning an integrated approach to your overall wellness. In “Paths to Wellness,” our editor, Karen Adams, interviews several wellness professionals from across the region. This piece will give you an insight into different philosophies and treatment modalities offered by local practitioners and consultants.

The New Year provides us all with the opportunity to clean up, clear out and start over. Our “Greening the New Year” article provides tips on small, doable steps we can all take to help preserve the planet, such as recycling and donating unwanted items. For information on how to donate while helping your local community, please read our “Lose the Clutter” news brief, featuring Goodwill Industries of the Valleys.

It’s time to start planning for spring and summer activities for ourselves and our children. We hope you’ll join for the 15th annual Tons of Fun family event at Tanglewood Mall, in Roanoke, in early February. The event is sponsored by Roanoke County Parks, Recreation and Tourism and you’ll find details about it in our news briefs. In addition to family fun, representatives from local county children’s camps will be on hand to provide information and answer questions about sending your kids to camp.

Once you’ve decided where to send the kiddos for summer camp, you can start planning your own getaway. In this month’s Blue Ridge Green Travel feature, you’ll learn about an organization that helps both residents and visitors to the Virginia region find the greenest and most sustainable vacation spots.

Finally, while your local issue of Natural Awakenings just celebrated five years in November, this month our parent publication is celebrating 20 years of publishing! Over the last 20 years of providing a free community magazine, the corporation has grown into 90 markets, which are all independently owned and operated by local franchise publishers (like me!). We are so proud and honored to be a part of this amazing company, and we hope you’ll enjoy “Catalyst for Change: Natural Awakenings Celebrates 20 Years” by our founder and CEO, Sharon Bruckman.

As always, dear readers, please support the businesses you see in Natural Awakenings in the coming year. Their ongoing support and participation is what allows us to bring you this invaluable resource every month. And make sure to tell them we sent you!

Wishing you a healthy and prosperous New Year,

Tracy Garland, Publisher

ATTENTION LOCAL BUSINESSES!

HEALTHY LIVING HEALTHY PLANET feel good live simply laugh more

Coming in April 2014 Health & Sustainability Directory 2013 Virginia's Blue Ridge Edition www.nablueridge.com

Products & Services Our Readers seek:

2014 5th Annual Natural Living Directory

Acupuncture Chiropractric

Choose from Options 1, 2 or 3 and SAVE $$$!

Counseling/Psychotherapy Craniosacral Therapy Eco-friendly clothing Hormone Replacement Therapy Healthy home products

X Listing Only $129 Street Address Telephone Number Website or E-mail address

Gluten-Free Foods Green Products Health Food and Nutrition Holistic Healthcare

Early Bird Special

CATEGORY BUSINESS/HIS/HER/NAME

YOUR PHOTO or LOGO HERE

Receive 10% off all orders placed

by Feb. 15th!

This is a Community Resource Directory Listing.

You may include four contact lines, a short description of your business or service (max. 40 words) and a color logo or photo. The text as seen here is exactly 40 words long.

Massage Therapy Pilates Reiki 5HÀH[RORJ\ Renewable Energy Restaurants

Y Listing & small ad

Z

1/6 page color ad and 1st listing in the directory for only $299 and 11 months of community resource directory listings for only $69 per month.

Listing & large ad

1/3 page color ad and 1st listing in the directory for only $399 and 11 months of community resource directory listings for only $69 per month.

Spas & Resorts Supplements Transportation alternatives

Contact us today to secure your listing!

:DWHU SXUL¿FDWLRQ R

Yoga

...and more!

of Virginia’s Blue Ridge NABlueRidge.com

540.384.1815 Publisher@NABlueRidge.com natural awakenings

January 2014

3

contents 9

5 newsbriefs 9 healthbriefs 10 globalbriefs 11 community spotlight

10

14 blueridge greentravel

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.

11 PATHS TO

WELLNESS

Finding the Right Support

by Karen Adams

14 BLUE RIDGE

20 healingways

GREEN TRAVEL

22 naturalpet

Virginia Green Travel Conference

16 19

by Anne Piedmont

14

24 greenliving 26 calendar 29 resource directory

16 BUILD YOUR

OWN WELLNESS DREAM TEAM

Take Your Health to the Next Level

by Kathleen Barnes

advertising & submissions HOW TO ADVERTISE To advertise with Natural Awakenings or request a media kit, please contact us at 540-384-1815 or email Publisher@NABlueRidge.com.

Deadline for ads: the 5th of the month.

EDITORIAL SUBMISSIONS Email articles, news items and ideas to: Publisher@NABlueRidge.com.

Deadline for editorial: the 1st of the month.

CALENDAR SUBMISSIONS Email Calendar Events to: Publisher@NABlueRidge.com. or fax to 540-444-5668.

Deadline for calendar: the 10th of the month.

REGIONAL MARKETS Advertise your products or services in multiple markets!

Natural Awakenings Publishing Corp. is a growing franchised family of locally owned magazines serving communities since 1994. To place your ad in other markets call 540-384-1815. For franchising opportunities call 239-530-1377 or visit NaturalAwakeningsMag.com.

NABlueRidge.com 4

Virginia’s Blue Ridge

19 CATALYST

FOR CHANGE

Natural Awakenings Celebrates 20 Years

by Sharon Bruckman

20 CARING, STEERING, CHEERING

A Health Coach Helps Us Change for Good

22

by Lauressa Nelson

22 LONG-LIVED PETS Anti-Aging Care Aids Youthful Vigor

by Dr. Shawn Messonnier

24 EVER-MORE-GREEN IN 2014

Easy Ways to Go Eco Right Now

by Avery Mack

NABlueRidge.com

20

24

newsbriefs Roanoke Regional Writers Conference at Hollins University

T

he 7th Annual Roanoke Regional Writers Conference will be held on January 24 and 25 at Hollins University, in Roanoke.

On Friday evening, New York Times best-selling Sheri Reynolds, author Sheri ReynKeynote Speaker olds will provide the keynote address, “Giggling at the Funeral Home: A Look at What Makes Us Laugh.” Reynolds also will be one of many teachers in the lineup of new and established Virginia writers sharing their experience and best practices with conference attendees on Saturday in the workshops.

Other presenters include Keith Ferrell, Roland Lazenby, Beth Macy, Tiffany Trent, Judith Ayyildiz, Mary Hill, Sarah Beth Jones and Dan Casey. Workshop topics include writing song lyrics, science fiction, essays, social media, self-publishing, e-books, ghostwriting, legal rights and responsibilities and marketing your written work.

The RRWC provides an opportunity for writers to gather, learn and network. The conference includes nearly two dozen classes, a wine reception Friday evening, lunch on Saturday and networking with writers, publishers, editors and other industry professionals. The conference was founded by Dan Smith, 2010 inductee into the Virginia Communications Hall of Fame, founding editor of Valley Business Front magazine and author of the new novel Clog.

Cost: $65. Location: Hollins University, 7916 Williamson Rd., Roanoke. For more information, including the list of presenters, schedule and registration, call 540-556-8510 or visit Hollins.edu/ events/writers_conference.

Free Mindfulness Workshop in the New River Valley

L

ife in Balance Counseling and Wellness Center, in Christiansburg, will offer a free experiential mindfulness group for all helping professionals. The group will meet from 9 to 10 a.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, beginning January 8.

This group is intended for practitioners in the fields of mental health care and human services who have an interest in fostering and deepening their own mindfulness-based practice and/or their personal mindfulness meditative practices. The group will assemble, practice mindfulness for 30 minutes with some guidance and then enjoy an open discussion for 20 to 30 minutes. It will practice from a secular, psychology-based perspective.

Through focused attention, mindfulness helps develop the qualities and abilities of clarity, insight, love, compassion and joy. These translate into reduced stress and anxiety, improvements in overall health and mental well-being and greater adaptability and appreciation in life.

The group will be peer-led. No prior experience is needed and all are welcome.

Cost: Free; donations accepted. Location: Life in Balance Counseling and Wellness Center, 125 Akers Farm Rd., Ste. D, Christiansburg. For more information, call 540-381-6215 or visit LifeInBalanceCenter.com. See ad page 21 and Community Resource Directory, page 31.

Local Book on Growing Organic Gardens

R

oanoke gardener and author Don Elwood recently published The Volks Garten: A Handbook for Gardening with Subtle Energies.

He describes it as “a survival guide for the modern American family,” designed to educate readers on how to become self-sustainable by gardening.

“In modern-day America, there are too many people who would not survive if the agriculture industry collapsed, so my book uses my own techniques for growing a life-saving garden,” he says Elwood shares the concepts of reliability, redundancy, synergism and symbiosis that he has used in his own gardens for the past 20 years. The Volks Garten discusses subtle-energy techniques, recycled natural resources and open-pollinated plants “in synchronization with God and the environment” and shows how to create a reliable garden at minimum cost.

When Elwood was growing up in Connecticut, he says, he worked in his grandfather’s garden and knew how to grow his own food. “Back then, most people knew how to garden, but about 97 percent of people no longer know how,” he says. “If they don’t garden, what will they eat? That’s why I wrote the book.”

With references to the history of farming, including Egyptian and Native American methods, The Volks Garten illustrates how the art of praying over seeds, crops and the agriculture system has kept humanity fed for thousands of years.

“All that’s needed is two hands and a bit of faith to create an organic vegetable garden,” Elwood says.

Available at BalboaPress.com, Amazon.com and BarnesAndNoble.com. natural awakenings

January 2014

5

newsbriefs Organic Salon Relocates to Ridgewood Farms

A

ll About You Salon and Spa announces its new location at 1630 Braeburn Drive, Suite B, at Ridgewood Farms shopping center (corner of Electric Road and Braeburn Drive), in Salem. All About You offers organic hair coloring, manicures and pedicures, and massage services.

The new larger location will allow for expanded services to meet client demand and allow for greater privacy for clients during services. Salon owner and operator Jennifer Wiseman says she is proud of the expansion. “It is very important for me to constantly reinvest in the business for a lot of reasons,” says Wiseman. “And my clients deserve the best.”

Wiseman offers appointments Monday through Saturday from early morning to late in the evening to accommodate clients’ schedules. She is available for manicures, pedicures and full hair service, including preparation for special events.

Hair services include both traditional and organic hair color, organic perms, and corrective treatments for damaged hair.

All About You carries a full array of hair-care products made with certified organic and cruelty-free ingredients that protect and maintain the hair’s delicate inner structure. The products do not contain toxic chemicals such as ammonia, parabens, plastics, sodium laurel sulfate or thioglycolates and eliminate the stinging, itching, burning or staining that can occur with traditional treatments. All About You also offers both OPI and SpaRitual nail polish and lacquer, which are vegan and formaldehyde-, toluene- and DBP-free, as well as CND shellac.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 540-312-6141 or visit AllAbout USalem.webs.com. See ad on page 7 and Community Resource Directory, page 31.

January Conservation Tips from Save A Ton

T

urn down your thermostat to 68 degrees.

For every degree you lower your heat to the 60to 70-degree range, you’ll save up to 5 percent on heating costs.

At night, or when leaving home for an extended period of time, turn your thermostat to 55 degrees or turn it off. You will save 5 to 20 percent on heating costs.

Heat pumps should be set back only two degrees to prevent unneeded use of backup strip heating, saving 5 to 20 percent of heating costs.

Replace or clean furnace filters once a month. This will reduce energy use and save up to 5 percent of heating costs.

Set your water heater to 120 degrees Fahrenheit, unless your dishwasher requires a higher setting. This will save 7 to 11 percent of water heating costs.

Consider replacing your water heater or furnace with an Energy Star model, which is about 15 percent more efficient than standard models.

Keep your fireplace damper closed unless you are burning a fire. This prevents 8 percent of your furnaceheated air from going out the chimney.

Showers account for two-thirds of your water heating costs. Cutting your shower in half will decrease your water heating costs by 33 percent.

Wrap jacket insulation on your hot water tank, but be sure to leave the air intake vent uncovered. This will save up to 10 percent on water heating costs.

For more information, visit Save-a-Ton.org.

Lose the Clutter, Clear Your Mind and Donate to Goodwill

G

oodwill of the Valleys is promoting a different kind of weight loss: decreasing clutter.

“Now that the holidays are over, many of us have made New Year’s resolutions to lose weight,” says Lorie Marrero, health and organizing expert and author of The Clutter Diet. But we can healthy in another way, she says: Get organized and get rid of the clutter in our lives.

Marrero, who is the spokesperson for Goodwill Industries International, modeled her clutter-reducing program after successful programs that have helped people lose weight for years. She says that we need to organize our lives, because a cluttered life means a cluttered mind. “Stop procrastinating and clean out that overflowing closet, the garage or basement and free your home and your mind of things you no longer need,” she says.

She explains that as we declutter our homes, we also can help people in our community at the same time. We can donate the items we no longer need to Goodwill and support its mission of helping youth, adults and seniors with disabilities and other barriers to employment receive the job training they need to get back to work and gain greater independence.

“So this year, put not only yourself but also your home on a diet,” she says, while helping others through Goodwill.

For more information, visit ClutterDiet.com and GoodwillValleys.com. See ad, page 21, and Community Resource Directory, page 31.

6

Virginia’s Blue Ridge

NABlueRidge.com

In Memoriam: Shirley Brand Natural Awakenings of Virginia’s Blue Ridge mourns the loss of Shirley Brand, of Salem, on November 29. Like her husband, Cabell Brand, Shirley devoted her life to the care and welfare of others, especially the children of the Roanoke Valley.

Born in 1927 in Floyd County, she remembered rural neighbors who had very little, and how the community came together to help. “That’s just what you do,� she said in a recent interview. “You take care of your family and your neighbors.�

The Cabells’ devotion to each other, to their eight children and to their community kept their own family strong and focused on helping other people. “We had a few rules about how you treat others,� Shirley recalled. “There was no prejudice in this family.� Around the dinner table each night, the children discussed what had happened during their days, at school, on the football field, at the drugstore. Their parents used these stories as opportunities to talk about others’ lives and how important it is to help in any way possible.

Cabell Brand, known widely for his charitable work, including the 1965 founding of Total Action Against Poverty (TAP), credited his wife.

Besides raising the couple’s children, she had been a preschool teacher and knew of others’ needs. “Shirley helped me tremendously in all the work I’ve been able to do,� Cabell said. “She did much of the TAP research for me, and she felt strongly that we needed to help people. She had been doing community service for years.�

Daughter Caroline Mateja added, “Every single day of my life as a child, I was reminded that everyone has a role to play in improving the lives of others.�

Natural style

Specializing LQ FHUWLÂżHG RUJDQLF DPPRQLD IUHH KDLU FRORU DV ZHOO DV WUDGLWLRQDO FRORULQJ RSWLRQV Facials Massages Manicures Pedicures

All About You Full Service Beauty Salon & Day Spa 1386 East Main St. Salem 540-312-6141 AllAboutUSalem.webs.com

Full Service Hair Care

Stop Itching Within Seconds!

Introducing DermaClear, the Amazing New Skin Repair Salve from Natural Awakenings TM

Our all natural personal skin care product brings comforting relief to sufferers of many skin irritations. DermaClear has proven to be effective against: t 4IJOHMFT t 1TPSJBTJT t &D[FNB t #VSOT t "MMFSHJD 3BTI t +PDL *UDI t 4UJOHT t NPSF DermaClear will simply feel good putting it on.

Cooling and soothing, the Calcium Montmorillonite/ $BMDJVN #FOUPOJUF DMBZ QFOFUSBUFT QPSFT BOE PQFO areas of the skin and pulls out toxins and inflammation.

The proprietory blend of homeopathics go even deeper, address the root causes and assist to bring even deeper toxins to the surface.

29.99+ $5 shipping-up to 5 jars NAWebstore.com or call 888-822-0246 4-oz jar-$

natural awakenings

January 2014

7

newsbriefs

Ini Beckman

Free Tons of Fun Annual Family Event at Tanglewood Mall

Certified Health Coach

(540) 552-2873

For Optimum Health INI'S HEALTH COACHING 413 Dunton Drive Blacksburg VA

24060

IniBeckman@yahoo.com IniBeckman.HealthCoach.IntegrativeNutrition.com

Contact me for a FREE health history interview!

T

he 15th annual Tons of Fun event will be held at Tanglewood Mall from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on February 1. This free, family day of fun activities includes clowns, puppet shows, music, magicians, games, craft activities, caricatures, carnival rides and entertainment.

Hands-on-Learning-Fun stations are spread throughout the Mall.

The Roanoke County Camp Fair will be held in conjunction with Tons of Fun again this year. The Camp Fair provides an opportunity for families to meet with representatives of summer camps throughout the Mid-Atlantic, and discover which camps are right for them. Door prizes on hand will include free weeks at camp.

Tons of Fun is designed for children and their families. The Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline Council, Roanoke County Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism, Goodwill Industries of the Valley and Mill Mountain Zoo are just a few of the organizations that support and help to grow the event each year.

For more information, call 540-387-6455 or visit RoanokeCountyParks.com.

See ad on page 13.

New Natural Skin Care Line from H2O at Home

J

What’s in your water?

KANGEN R WATER Alkaline Antioxidant Restructured The Healthy Water Solution

Call 540-230-7459 or email HealthyWaterForMe@hotmail.com for a free 3-week trial!

8

Virginia’s Blue Ridge

ean Cox, local independent distributor of H2O at Home all-natural home and personal care products, announces the company’s new line of skin care products from France.

The new line is 100-percent natural and preservative-free. It includes micellar water, a revolutionary product containing hyaluronic acid to cleanse, tone and moisturize; exfoliating peel to remove dead skin cells and brighten complexion; cream cleanser to clean and H2O at Home serums moisturize dry skin (and can be removed without water for those that are water intolerant); and balancing, hydrating and vitamin serums, which nourish, repair and protect skin. All H2O at Home skin-care products are certified organic, which means ingredients are grown free of synthetic pesticides, herbicides and genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and harmful additives such as petroleum waxes, fillers and artificial chemicals.

H2O at Home, founded in France in 1997, offers cleaning products that meet the strict Nature et Progres, or EcoCert (Europe-based organic certification organization), European certification, which means they are made of all-natural ingredients, not tested on animals, completely biodegradable, free from dyes, genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and synthetic additives, and packaged in 100-percent recyclable materials. All personal-care products are certified by CosmeBio (Europe’s professional association for ecological and organic cosmetics) and EcoCert, and the home-fragrance products use natural aromatherapy instead of petrochemicals and synthetic chemical fragrances.

For more information, call 360-271-9525, email myc2cbiz@gmail.com or visit MyH2OAtHome.com/Jean. See ad on page 17 and Community Resource Directory, pages 29 and 31.

NABlueRidge.com

healthbriefs

editorial calendar

2014

Produce Banishes the Blues

JANUARY

health & wellness

N

ew research from New Zealand’s University of Otago shows that consuming more whole fruits and vegetables increases peacefulness, happiness and energy in one’s daily life. Scientists discovered the strong relationship to be particularly apparent in countering winter blues.

A total of 281 college-age students filled out an online food diary and mood survey for 21 consecutive days. Results showed that eating fruits and vegetables one day led to improvements in positive mood the next day, regardless of other key factors, such as body mass index. Other types of food did not produce the same uplifting effect. “After further analysis, we demonstrated that young people would need to consume approximately seven to eight total servings of fruits and vegetables per day to notice a meaningful positive change,� says Tamlin Conner, Ph.D., with the university’s department of psychology. “One serving of fruit or vegetables is approximately the size that could fit in our palm, or half a cup.� Study co-author Bonnie White suggests that this can be accomplished by having vegetables comprise half of the plate at each meal and snacking on whole fruit like apples.

The American Psychiatric Association acknowledges that seasonal affective disorder (SAD) affects, at least mildly, as many as 20 percent of Americans.

plus: health coaches FEBRUARY

rethinking heart health plus: stress relief MARCH

food & garden plus: gluten-free foods APRIL

green living plus: healthy home MAY

women’s wellness plus: bodywork JUNE

inspired living plus: men’s wellness JULY

food watch plus: natural medicine cabinet

BRIEF BOUTS OF YOGA BOLSTER THE BRAIN

AUGUST

transformative education plus: children’s health SEPTEMBER

J

ust 20 minutes of yoga postures, breathing and meditation are valuable tools for bolstering mental functioning.

A study from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign reports that a single, 20-minute hatha yoga session significantly improved participants’ speed and accuracy on tests of working memory, focus, retention and ability to absorb and use new information.

Study participants didn’t get the same positive brain buzz from 20 minutes of aerobics. The study appeared in the Journal of Physical Activity & Health.

conscious caretaking plus: yoga OCTOBER

sustainable communities plus: chiropractic and acupuncture NOVEMBER

personal empowerment plus: beauty DECEMBER

awakening humanity

JfcXi Gfn\i ]fi Pfli ?fd\ `j Dfi\ 8]]fi[XYc\ K_Xe Pfl K_`eb

plus: holiday themes

Our Go Green 3URJUDP FDQ VLJQLÂżFDQWO\ UHGXFH RU HYHQ HOLPLQDWH \RXU XWLOLW\ ELOOV

Turn urrn your home into a Call us today - we’ll show you how! lant... power p plant... www.R-E-S.biz Renewable Engineered Systems

2IÂżFH &HOO natural awakenings

January 2014

9

Live Connected Live Green Live Well

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

Eco-Skiing White Resorts Go Even Greener

Community Q 8QLW &RKRXVLQJ &RPPXQLW\ Q 3HGHVWULDQ 2ULHQWHG Q Intergenerational Q 3ULYDF\ &RPPXQLW\ Q 3OD\JURXQGV &RPPRQ +RXVH Q &RPPXQLW\ *DUGHQV :RRGV Q /RFDWHG RQ EHDXWLIXO DFUHV

Homes

Call for a tour today!

Q 1 to 4 bedrooms Q Affordably priced Q (QHUJ\ (IĂ€FLHQW 3DVVLYKDXV KDXV

Construction to begin in 2014.

540-250-7032 For more information, visit our website:

JubileeCoHo.com

FloydCohousing.Jubilee@gmail.com

As skiers flock to snow-covered trails this winter, more ski resorts are going greener to save energy and support the environment. Arapahoe Basin, in Colorado, recently received a National Ski Areas Association Sustainable Slopes grant for retrofitting its base area lighting that will annually slice off an estimated 53,000-plus kilowatt hours of usage. A-Basin, Vail Resorts and others in the area provide their restaurants’ used vegetable oil to outside companies for recycling into biofuels. Aspen, Vail, Copper Mountain and other Colorado resorts installed more photovoltaic solar arrays on buildings prior to the current season.

Stratton Mountain Ski Resort, in Vermont, installed a 1,500-horsepower electric snowmaking air compressor last summer, replacing a diesel model. Purchased in consultation with the statewide energy utility Efficiency Vermont, it delivers more cubic feet of air per minute using less, and cleaner, energy. Since 2009, the state’s Bolton Valley ski area, plus Jiminy Peak and Berkshire East, both in Massachusetts, have all installed wind turbines to generate energy. Sarah Wojcik, director of public affairs at the Vermont Ski Areas Association, attests that resorts are doing their part to keep mountains green.

Sources: nsaa.org, SkiVermont.com

Roanoke’s First Farm-to-Table Restaurant!

Everything we serve is:

Sustainable Organic Local Ethical‌

and Delicious!

1314 Grandin Road, Roanoke

540-206-2610 localrootsrestaurant.com

BUY ONE - GET ONE FREE ANY LUNCH ENTREE (With coupon) Expires 1/31/14

10

Virginia’s Blue Ridge

Life Threat Evidence Mounts of GMO Dangers The nonprofit Non-GMO Project, committed to preserving and building sources of non-GMO (genetically modified organism) products and educating consumers on such verified choices, is focusing on Bt corn and Bt soy, which make up 90 percent of America’s total crop. Its scientists explain, “These crops have genes from a bacteria called bacillus thuringiensis spliced into their natural genetic code. This causes the plant to produce Bt-toxin—a pesticide that bursts the stomach of insects that eat it, killing them.�

Monsanto and Syngenta, which manufacture genetically engineered seeds, claim that genetically modified (GE, GM or GMO) crops are safe for humans because the Bt-toxin is completely destroyed in the human digestive system and doesn’t have any impact on animals and humans.

But Norwegian scientists’ decade-long study of rats, mice, pigs and salmon raised on GE feed published in 2012 found that due to alterations in their digestive tracts, the animals ate more, got fatter and were less able to digest proteins; they also suffered from diminished immune systems.

There is also mounting evidence that the spread of such crops is responsible for the dramatic decline of the monarch butterfly, the near annihilation of bats and the spread of honeybee colony collapse syndrome.

To get involved, visit NonGMOProject.com.

NABlueRidge.com

communityspotlight

PATHS TO WELLNESS: Finding the Right Support

by Karen Adams

W

e may seek wellness in many ways, from a counselor, nutritionist, massage therapist, spiritual coach or life coach— or all of them. Natural Awakenings spotlights five local wellness practitioners, each offering something unique in helping people achieve health in their whole lives.

Ini Beckman, of Blacksburg, is a massage therapist and nutrition coach. She had been offering massage for many years when she recently decided to add health coaching to her practice.

“While I was doing my massage I came across people who were too heavy and I knew they would not get better if they did not change their lifestyle,” she says.

She decided to study nutrition and attended the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. Now, instead of having to

refer massage clients to nutritionists, she can care for them herself. She can address a variety of challenges, such as immune deficiencies, hormone imbalances, arthritis and other inflammation, as well as weight. “These can most often be prevented by eating properly,” she says. “But it’s not just food. It’s also important that people are happy and balanced in their lives.”

She works with clients individually or in groups (for a reduced rate), usually for six months. Each meeting focuses on a different topic, such as self-care, exercise, cravings and vegetables. “I tell people if they add more green vegetables to their diet, they are halfway to healing,” she says.

“I hope and wish that many people will see the possibility of health and happiness,” Beckman says. “There are natural and normal ways to be healthy, and food can be our medicine.”

For more information, call 540-5522873, email Ini.Massage@yahoo.com or visit InisMassage.com or IniBeckman.

HealthCoach.IntegrativeNutrition.com.

See ad on page 8 and Community Resource Directory, page 30.

“There are natural and normal ways to be healthy, and food can be our medicine.”

Ini Beckman

Marcia Garland is a wellness consultant in Boones Mill. Her approach is based on detoxification, nutrition, immunity and daily prayer and movement. After learning that she had the breast cancer gene, a doctor told her she should have both breasts and her ovaries removed and take lifelong medication. Instead, Garland prayed about it and consulted a wellness practitioner in North Carolina, who changed her lifestyle. Since then, she remains free of cancer as well as everyday aches and pains. “When you are on a good wellness plan, those things eventually will go away,” she says. Her experience led her to wellness consulting.

She describes a client with stage 4 colon cancer, including a tumor.

Instead of accepting chemotherapy, radiation, surgery and a colostomy bag, she consulted Garland, who recommended a detox diet and immunityboosting whole foods and supplements.

“A person can drastically change their life in four months,” Garland says, as red blood cells, which make up body tissue, die every four months, and new ones are created. “And those cells are based on what you eat and drink, as well as your mental and physical state.”

When the client returned to her doctor, the tumor had shrunk and, although it was removed, no other treatment or surgery was needed. “If you give your body what it needs and get out of its way, it can heal itself,” Garland says.

For more information on Marcia Garland, call 540-353-5332, email Marcia@ MarciasWellness.com or visit MarciasWellness.com. See ad on page 13.

“If you give your body what it needs and get out of its way, it can heal itself.”

Marcia Garland LuAnn Keener-Mikenas is a licensed clinical social worker and therapist in Lynchburg. She offers traditional counseling therapy for adults, adolescents and chil-

natural awakenings

January 2014

11

Take Your Life to the Next Level!

Women’s Retreats n Enjoy yoga & massage. n Experience the healing

waters of the Jefferson Pools. n Explore your ideal life through guided activities. and much more!

Join us!

Amy Jo Wheeler Debbie Stevens Amy B. Light

May 16, 17, & 18, 2014 Ft. Lewis Lodge Hot Springs, VA www.luxuriaholisticcenter.blogspot.com

1415 GRANDIN ROAD SW

540.685.2975

Call now for more information!

Coming Next Month

dren as well as alternative therapies from the field of mind/body medicine to complement growth and healing. She is also a longtime writer whose recent poetry book, Homeland, won the 2013 Library of Virginia Poetry Award. She encourages creative and spiritual self-exploration as foundational to growth in all areas. “I don’t make the separation between the spiritual and psychological,” she says.

“People are looking to revive their spirit when they are in therapy, that’s the core of it.”

She offers several healing approaches, including the Mandala Assessment and Research Instrument (MARI), based on the work of Carl Jung. Working with a mandala, or “wheel of life,” her clients choose images, shapes and colors they are drawn to naturally. “This provides a wealth of information and insight that is coming from the client’s unconscious or higher self,” she explains.

She also offers NeuroIntegration, which helps the brain and body communicate, Quantum Healing Hypnosis Therapy (QHHT), which uses visualization in a relaxed state, and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), or “tapping,” which releases negative beliefs and emotions.

Rethinking

HEART HEALTH National and Local Experts Help Us Find Real Solutions

For more information about advertising and how you can participate, call

540-384-1815 12

Virginia’s Blue Ridge

NABlueRidge.com

“All of this work helps people come to know, accept and appreciate themselves,” Keener-Mikenas says.

For more information, call 434221-0778 or visit lkm-lcsw.org. See Community Resource Directory, page 30.

“All of this work helps people come to know, accept and appreciate themselves.”

LuAnn Keener-Mikenas Alexandria Pederson is a life coach in Roanoke who helps clients achieve life goals through coaching, hypnotherapy and energy healing.

After an accident in 1989, she had chronic pain for 12 years—until she attended a tai chi class. “I felt the energy, and the pain started to go away,” she says. She also found help through Reiki, coaching and hypnotherapy, and ultimately trained in all three. “Once I started healing myself, I wanted to offer all of this for other people,” she says.

Her clients may come to her because of trauma or a yearning for change. “We often don’t realize that we have a choice and we can em-

power ourselves by focusing on positive elements,” she says. “If you focus on a dart board you have a better change of hitting it rather than looking in the trash can all day long.”

Hypnotherapy can help, she says.

“It’s like the water under the surface of a lake, the undercurrent. With hypnotherapy, we get to that and change your relationship to it.” It’s a relaxed state, and clients are always in control. “The therapist is just a guide, assisting in healing or focusing on what is being worked on.” If something keeps us stuck, she says, it’s important to find the source. “Then once we’ve worked on that, everything shifts. We make peace and move forward.”

For more information, call 540588-0788, email CelebrationOfLight@ gmail.com or visit AlexandriaPederson. com. See ad on page 28 and Community Resource Directory, page 31.

“The therapist is just a guide, assisting in healing or focusing on what is being worked on.”

CreatingNewBodies.com

Alexandria Pederson

HAVE YOU TRIED THAT

CRAZY WRAP THING? IT’S FUN

HOST A PARTY AND TRY IT

FREE

WITH COUPON. EXPIRES 2/28/14 WITH COUPON

Katherine (Katie) Reinholtz is a naturopath in Blacksburg who offers holistic recommendations for clients struggling with chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hormone imbalances, fibromyalgia and thyroid dysfunction. She also helps with weight loss and detoxification, nutrition and digestive health using an integrated approach. “We don’t just treat one thing,” she explains.

“Someone may come in with a headache, sore knees and stomach issues, so we look at all of it to determine what the underlying causes may be. My goal is to support the body so it can function and heal as well as possible.”

Reinholtz herself was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes while at Virginia Tech and after struggling with her insulin regimen and health, she found lasting changes with a holistic doctor. “He helped me see how the food we eat and

our lifestyle have a huge impact on the management of diabetes,” she says. She consequently entered naturopathic medicine to offer holistic, individualized solutions that are as gentle and natural as possible.

“I truly support the integrative approach, and all forms of medicine,” she says. “I am a living example of that; I would not be here today if not for conventional medicine. The research and treatments have saved my life. But all the other things I’ve learned helped me become the healthiest version of myself. I’m a firm believer in helping my clients to do the same.”

For more information, call 540-230-6758, email DrKatherineND@gmail.com or visit KatherineReinholtzND.com. See ad on page 27 and Community Resource Directory, page 31.

“My goal is to support the body so it can function and heal as well as possible.”

Katie Reinholtz

See Results IN AS LITTLE AS

45 MINUTES!

Angela Pratt Diamond Leader

(540) 529-5002 www.CreatingNewBodies.com CreatingNewBodies.com FOR THOSE WHO DON'T WANT TO PARTY

$25

Excludes damaged or broken phones. Offer expires 6/30/2013.

ASK PERSONAL WRAP ME CONSULTS HOW!

WE ALSO ALSOSELL SELLHEALTH HEALTH&& WELLNESS WELLNESS SUPPLEMENTS WE SUPPLEMENTS

natural awakenings

January 2014

13

blueridgegreentravel

VIRGINIA GREEN Travel Conference

By Anne Piedmont

T

om Griffin is excited about the future of green travel in Virginia. Griffin is Virginia’s Green Program Coordinator and his mission is to make Virginia a “Green Travel Destination.”

The Virginia Green program is run through a partnership of the Department of Environmental Quality, the Virginia Tourism Corporation and the Virginia Hospitality and Travel Association. The program encour-

ages green practices in Virginia’s tourism industry and promotes green lodging, restaurants, wineries, events, attractions and meetings.

Griffin says the program has about 1,400 partner organizations that have self-certified their green commitments. It’s his job to work with them and make them aware of steps they can take to become greener.

“We start where they are and help them get better,” he says.

Vitamins Herbs Nutritionals Hair Analysis Natural Therapies z

z

z

Dorothy Harrell Pharmacist 540-674-0914 4620 Lee Highway (Between Dublin & Pulaski) Dublin, Virginia 24084

email: natpharm.dottie@gmail.com natpharm.dottie@gmail.com

14

Hours: Monday thru Friday - 8 - 6 pm Saturday: 8 - 1 pm

Virginia’s Blue Ridge

NABlueRidge.com

Griffin looks for a full commitment by the green partners to such programs as recycling and water resource management. And now that he has that commitment from the 1,400 partners, he and his agency are ready to start marketing the advantages of green travel to consumers. The Virginia Green Travel section of the Virginia Tourism Corporation’s website offers features and tips to help families and individuals plan their green vacations, says Griffin.

He admits that the concept of green travel is relatively new, but growing.

And it’s a new marketing avenue for facilities and companies. He said they work so hard to be green, but then forget to tell people about it. He frequently needs to remind the participants to include the Green Virginia logo in their marketing materials. Look for a new marketing push in 2014, he says: “We’re revving up the marketing.”

Part of that effort was on display in December at the first Virginia Green Conference and Travel Star Awards Celebration, held in Virginia Beach. It was an opportunity for those involved in green travel to learn, network and celebrate.

The conference featured technical workshops on topics such as: recycling and composting; energy efficiency; solar and tax credits; marketing Virginia Green to consumers; green conferences and festivals; and green suppliers and products. Participants even had an opportunity to take part in a creek clean-up at the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center, where the conference was held.

The Virginia Green program presented 14 Virginia Green Travel Star Awards for outstanding green tourism

Want a GREENER community?

Support our advertisers!

For every $100 spent in locally owned business, $68 returns to the community.

Source: the3/50project.net

Green Conference Center of the Year

practices. Oak Grove Plantation Bed and Breakfast, located in Cluster Springs, near South Boston, was honored as the Green Bed and Breakfast of the Year.

Seven partners also were recognized as Virginia Green Travel Leaders. Among those honored as leaders were the Roanoke Civic Center, the Inn at Riverbend, a bed and breakfast located on the New River in Pearisburg, and The Collins House Inn, a bed and breakfast in Marion.

Virginia Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau

Green Projects of the Year Virginia Living Museum, Newport News Virginia Commonwealth University 810 Market, Richmond

Green Winery of the Year North Gate Vineyard, Purcellville

Green Attraction of the Year

The 2013 Virginia Green Travel Star Award winners are:

Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center, Virginia Beach

Green Campground of the Year Williamsburg KOA The Virginia Green Travel Leaders are: Adventure Kayak Tours, Chesapeake Panache Catering Company, Middletown Roanoke Civic Center The Inn at Riverbend, Pearisburg The Collins House Inn, Marion Holiday Inn Express and Suites, Warrenton Sandbridge Realty More information about Virginia Green is available on the Department of Environmental Quality website, deq.

Virginia.gov/Programs/PollutionPrevention/VirginiaGreen. aspx. Marketing information about the Virginia Green partners is available through the Virginia Tourism Corporation at VirginiaGreenTravel.org.

Anne Piedmont is a writer and research associate based in Roanoke. For more information, visit PiedmontResearchAssociates.com.

Green Events of the Year Kingsmill Championship, Williamsburg ASAE Foundation Springtime Golf and Tennis Invitational at Lansdowne Resort

Green Restaurant of the Year Maple Avenue Restaurant, Vienna

Green Hotels of the Year Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Richmond The Westin Richmond

Green Bed and Breakfast of the Year Oak Grove Plantation Bed and Breakfast, Cluster Springs (near South Boston)

Supporting Organization of the Year Sandbridge Blue Realty Services Green Supplier of the Year RD Fresh, Newport News

PUBLISH YOUR OWN Natural Awakenings publishes in over 88 NATURAL AWAKENINGS markets across the U.S. and Puerto Rico r 0LMBIPNB $JUZ 0, r -BGBZFUUF -" r #JSNJOHIBN "r /FX 0SMFBOT -" r )VOUTWJMMF "r 1PSUMBOE 03 MAGAZINE r #PTUPO ." r .PCJMF #BMEXJO "- r #VDLT .POUHPNFSZ WORKING TOGETHER TO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE

r r r r r r r r r r r

For more information contact Anna Romano at: (239) 530-1377

NaturalAwakeningsMag.com

r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r

-JUUMF 3PDL )PU 4QH "3 1IPFOJY "; 5VDTPO "; &BTU #BZ "SFB $" 4BO %JFHP $" %FOWFS #PVMEFS $0 'BJSĂ FME $PVOUZ $5 )BSUGPSE $5 /FX )BWFO .JEEMFTFY $5 8BTIJOHUPO %$ %BZUPOB 7PMVTJB 'MBHMFS '/8 '- &NFSBME $PBTU 'U -BVEFSEBMF '+BDLTPOWJMMF 4U "VH '.FMCPVSOF 7FSP '.JBNJ 'MPSJEB ,FZT /BQMFT 'U .ZFST '/PSUI $FOUSBM '- 0SMBOEP '1BMN #FBDI '1FBDF 3JWFS '4BSBTPUB '5BNQB 4U 1FUF ''- T 5SFBTVSF $PBTU "UMBOUB (" $IJDBHP /P 4IPSF **OEJBOBQPMJT */

r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r

8FTUFSO ."

"OO "SCPS .* &BTU .JDIJHBO (SBOE 3BQJET .* 8BZOF $PVOUZ .* .JOOFBQPMJT ./ "TIFWJMMF /$ $IBSMPUUF /$ -BLF /PSNBO /$ 5SJBOHMF /$ $FOUSBM /+ )VETPO $PVOUZ /+ .FSDFS $PVOUZ /+ .PONPVUI 0DFBO /+ /PSUI /+ /PSUI $FOUSBM /+ 4PVUI /+ 4BOUB 'F "CR /.

-BT 7FHBT /7 "MCBOZ /: $FOUSBM /: -POH *TMBOE /: .BOIBUUBO /: 3PDLMBOE 0SBOHF /: 8FTUDIFTUFS 1VUOBN $P T /: r $FOUSBM 0) r $JODJOOBUJ 0) r 5PMFEP 0)

natural awakenings

r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r r

$PVOUJFT 1" )BSSJTCVSH :PSL 1" -BODBTUFS 1" -FIJHI 7BMMFZ 1" 1PDPOP 1" 8BSSFO $P /+ 3IPEF *TMBOE $IBSMFTUPO 4$ $PMVNCJB 4$ (SBOE 4USBOE 4$ (SFFOWJMMF 4$ $IBUUBOPPHB 5/ ,OPYWJMMF 5/ .FNQIJT 5/ /BTIWJMMF 5/ "VTUJO 59 %BMMBT 59 %BMMBT '8 .FUSP / )PVTUPO 59 4BO "OUPOJP 59 3JDINPOE 7" 7" T #MVF 3JEHF 4FBUUMF 8" .BEJTPO 8* .JMXBVLFF 8* 1VFSUP 3JDP

&YJTUJOH NBHB[JOFT GPS TBMF

January 2014

15

Build Your Own Wellness Dream Team

Take Your Health to the Next Level

by Kathleen Barnes

C

onventional doctors too often dispense vague, boilerplate health advice, urging their patients to eat a healthy diet, exercise and take helpful supplements. Some are lucky enough to also be directed to detoxify their body and manage stress. That’s typically the best most people can expect in terms of practical advice. It is rare to receive specific, individualized answers to such burning questions as: What is the best diet for this specific problem or my body type?

Which exercise will work best for me—yoga, running, tennis or something else?

Why do I feel stressed so much of the time, and what can I do about it?

What supplements are best for me, and which high-quality products can I trust?

Complementary natural healing modalities can address all of these

16

Virginia’s Blue Ridge

queries and more. Finding the right mix of treatment and preventive measures requires some creativity and self-knowledge. The experts Natural Awakenings consulted maintain that it is both desirable and possible to assemble an affordable and effective personal health care team that focuses on optimum wellness.

Integrative Approach “We need to understand the value of an integrative approach because no single modality treats everything,” says Dr. Jingduan Yang, the Philadelphiabased founder and medical director of the Tao Integrative Medicine. By way of example, he maintains credentials as a physician, a board-certified psychiatrist and an internationally recognized expert on classic forms of Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture.

Integrative practitioners see the human body on three levels, Yang explains: structural; biochemical; and bioenergetic,

NABlueRidge.com

a form of psychotherapy. Ideally, he says, conventional and integrative medicine, plus complementary practitioners, work together to provide the total care an individual patient needs. “Any problem on one level affects all levels, so we assess patients on all three with whatever tools we have,” he says.

While conventional medicine may be able to treat structural problems well and biochemical problems to a certain extent, it falls short on the energetic level. That’s when it’s time to expand the team, counsels Yang. “‘Know yourself’ is the watchword. Get to know what to use and when to use it. It’s the practitioner’s job to educate patients in this way.”

Dr. Andrew Weil, renowned as the father of the integrative medicine movement in the U.S., has remarked, “If I’m in a car accident, don’t take me to an herbalist. If I have bacterial pneumonia, give me antibiotics. But when it comes to maximizing the body’s natural healing potential, a mix of conventional and alternative procedures seems like the only answer.”

Dr. Shekhar Annambhotla, founding director and president of the Association of Ayurvedic Professionals of North America, turns to the integrative realm of ayurvedic medicine for healing and wellness. The 5,000-year-old Indian healing tradition incorporates lifestyle changes, yoga and meditation, detoxification, herbs, massage and various other individually targeted healing modalities, depending on the patient’s diagnosis and recommended treatment plan.

Customized Team “Wellness is a team effort,” advises integrative medicine specialist Dr. Vijay Jain, medical director at Amrit Ayurveda for Total Wellbeing, in Salt Springs, Florida. It’s not only a matter of knowing what needs the practitioners will address at specific times, it’s also knowing who can help when the going gets tough. “Modern medicine has the edge for early detection of disease,” Jain notes. “However, Ayurveda is excellent in determining the earliest imbalances in the mind and body that eventually lead to disease.”

Most experts consulted agree that

Health insurance may not cover the services we want, and high deductibles may pose a financial challenge in maintaining comprehensive health care, so we need a personal wellness plan. a personal wellness program should include a practitioner that acts as a gatekeeper and coordinates a care plan to meet individual needs. Jain recommends that the foundation of the team be a licensed medical professional such as an integrative physician (MD), osteopathic doctor (DO) or chiropractor (DC). In most states, any of these professionals can function as a primary care doctor, authorized to order and read laboratory tests, prescribe drugs and access hospital services. In some states, a naturopathic physician (ND) can perform the functions of a primary care doctor in ordering and reading laboratory tests.

As part of a personal wellness team, consider a functional medicine or integrative physician, chiropractor, osteopath, doctor of naturopathy, ayurvedic practitioner, nutritionist, Traditional Chinese Medicine doctor/acupuncturist, herbalist, craniosacral therapist, massage therapist and energy practitioner (such as in Reiki, medical qigong or polarity therapy).

It’s not necessary to see all of them, sources say. Sometimes, one practitioner will be skilled in practicing several modalities, a bonus for patients. Other complementary practitioners may form a supporting team that works with the primary care team, depending on the challenges a patient faces. They will be identified as treatment unfolds and the team evolves over time.

Contributing Specialists An ayurvedic practitioner likely will begin by helping to define healthful lifestyle changes, depending on one’s dosha, or energetic temperament. Yoga and meditation would be a likely recommendation, plus specific herbs and perhaps detoxification, says Annambhotla.

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and acupuncture often go hand-in hand with Ayurveda in accordance with the view that illness and disease are caused by imbalances in the body’s energetic flow. Diagnostic techniques employ intuition and pulses to assess and smooth

blocks in energy circulation.

Craniosacral therapy is another way to unlock energetic blockages caused by lifestyle stress and other factors that restrict and congest the body’s innate ability to self-correct and remain healthy, says Joyce Harader, a registered craniosacral therapist in Cave Creek, Arizona, and secretary of the board of the Biodynamic Cranial Sacral Therapy Association of North America.

She relied on a whole team to realize a natural way back to health after being diagnosed with lupus in 1992.

“Members of my health team fluctuate, depending on what is going on in my life and where I am focusing,” comments Harader. She points out, for example, that nutrition education and general deep-tissue massage can both be helpful as part of a foundational plan toward obtaining and maintaining optimal health.

In fact, many of our experts recommend both a monthly chiropractic adjustment and/or massage, as well as daily yoga and an ongoing meditation practice for wellness and total well-being.

Naturopathic practitioners operating in states where they are licensed can be good sources of nutrition counsel and often recommend herbal remedies for relief. “For chronic illness, you need a chiropractor or drug-free physician like a naturopath on your team. Conventional medicine is generally poor at dealing with chronic illness,” observes Naturopath and Chiropractor Michael Loquasto, Ph.D., who practices in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

Loquasto should know. He has practiced integrated modalities for 50 years, employing the knowledge gained through his practice and triple doctorates, which include one in nutrition.

Also a master herbalist, he strongly advocates that people start by working with a good integrative or functional medicine medical doctor.

“In some states, like Pennsylvania, chiropractors and osteopaths can perform routine diagnostic work, but in many states they cannot,” he notes. “I

Cleaning your home should not compromise your family’s health.

NOW you can care for your home with our innovative smart tools and just water or FHUWL¿HG natural and RUJDQLF SURGXFWV Your home will be sparkling with no harsh chemical residues or fumes!

Call now for more information!

Jean Cox Founding Senior Group Leader 360.271.9525 www.myh2oathome.com/Jean

HEALTH & FITNESS COACH

..............................

TAMARA CAMPBELL

*

In-Home In-Gym Or Outdoors

B.S. in Physical Education with a focus in Sports Medicine (Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, Sports Injuries . . . )

NEW YEAR NEW YOU! Call for coaching packages!

For an appointment or more information, CALL:

540-793-8055 Find me on: TamaraCHealthAndFitnessCoach.com TamaraCHealthAndFitnessCoach@gmail.com

natural awakenings

January 2014

17

Hybrid construction that makes sense . . . for your lifestyle, your budget, and for the planet.

Easy Living Cabin

A personal wellness program should include a lead practitioner that acts as a gatekeeper and coordinates a plan of care that meets the individual’s needs. recommend undergoing a physical every six months and regular bone density tests, plus colonoscopies.� Loquasto is not in favor of mammograms because of the radiation exposure associated with them, but supports routine breast screening using ultrasound or thermography.

Self-Diagnosis

275 Corporate Drive, Rocky Mount, VA 24151

(540) 489-7700 www.SHHomes.net

;MILa \W 0M\ 2V\W <WTIZ(

Intuitive listening and observant selfknowledge are crucial parts of any wellness plan. Most people are aware when something doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel right in their body. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Libido is a great barometer of health,â&#x20AC;? suggests Dr. Diana Hoppe, an obstetrician, gynecologist and hormone specialist in San Diego, California. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not interested in sex, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s probably a sign that you need to do some investigating.â&#x20AC;? Reasons for such a decline of interest are wide-ranging says Hoppe. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For men and women, it might be due to hormonal changes, lack of self-esteem, medications, stress, relationship issues, job, family life or lack of sleep. It means that somewhere, things are out of balance,â&#x20AC;? she says.

Funding a Plan

Specializing in small /TWaL ,W]V\a KWUXIVa

solar[XMKQITQbQVO QV

electric systems in South west Virginia [UITT [WTIZ MTMK\ZQK [a[\MU[

/LPLWHG 7LPH 2IIHU NLORZDWW JULG WLHG URRI PRXQWHG V\VWHP ZDWW JULG WLHG URRI PRXQWHG V\VWHP SHQGLQJ VLWH DQDO\VLV

ZZZ 6RO6KLQH(QHUJ\ $OWHUQDWLYHV FRP &RQWDFW 5LFN %URZQ 5LFN#6RO6KLQH(QHUJ\ $OWHUQDWLYHV FRP

Ĺ&#x2014;Ĺ&#x2014;Ĺ&#x2013;Ĺ&#x2014;Ĺ&#x2014;Ĺ&#x2DC;ČŹĹ&#x2DC;Ĺ&#x2014;Čą

18

Virginiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Blue Ridge

A personal multifaceted wellness program can be expensive, but there are ways to minimize the cost. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the new world of high insurance deductibles, people get more for their money from an alternative doctor, especially one knowledgeable in a variety of healing therapies, than a conventional one,â&#x20AC;? Loquasto advises. Costs for tests may also be lower; plus patients are not expected to pay $150 or more just to walk in the door.

A current trend has medical doctors and chiropractors participating in â&#x20AC;&#x153;umbrellaâ&#x20AC;? practices and wellness centers, where several types of practitioners collaborate in one facility. They find that sometimes insurance will pay for certain complementary services, including massage and nutrition education, when doctors or chiropractors prescribe them.

Maintaining wellness in an environment filled with chemical, biological and mental toxins is a substantial, yet worthy, investment. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s far better than the

NABlueRidge.com

costly alternative of dealing with regular bouts of sickness or escalating disease.

In that light, maintenance looks affordable: an ayurvedic diagnostic session starts at around $100, a consultation with a licensed naturopath at $75 and acupuncture at $100; a massage typically costs about $80 an hour.

While insurance is unlikely to pay for treatments outside the realm of conventional medicine and sometimes, chiropractic, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The cost of these preventive therapies will be much less than the cost of treatment for a serious disease,â&#x20AC;? advises Loquasto. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re worth it.â&#x20AC;?

Kathleen Barnes is author of more than a dozen natural health books. Her latest is The Calcium Lie II: What Your Doctor Still Doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Know with Dr. Robert Thompson.

Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

[optional sidebar]

Finding the Right Practitioner Word-of-mouth is the most common way to find a natural health practitioner, plus many national organizations will help identify practitioners by location. Schedule an initial conversation to ask a practitioner key questions.

What is your degree, certification or license?

Who trained you and how did you train, specifically?

Do you practice full time?

How long have you been in practice?

Will you provide patient references I can speak with?

Trust in intuitive responses to the individual during the conversation or interview. His or her passion for the work of healing should be noticeable.

Catalyst for Change

Natural Awakenings Celebrates 20 Years

by Sharon Bruckman, CEO/Founder

A

heartfelt shout out goes to the 90 U.S. cities and metro areas across the country, plus Puerto Rico, where Natural Awakenings is effecting positive change in peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives. For 20 years, this free community magazine has been loyal readersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; go-to o resource for awakening America to the benefits off naturally ll healthy living.

We thank our 3.8 million readers that devour these pages every month, typically from cover-to-cover. We voice gratitude to the thousands of committed advertisers that report multiplied business success as a result of our partnership. We extend kudos to the hundreds of editorial contributors that have generously shared their pioneering expertise with us via cutting-edge information and practical tips. Interviews and bylines of internationally recognized healers, teachers and leaders underscore the magazineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s primacy in its field.

Collectively, we comprise a great movement embodying ways of living that are healthy for people and the planet. Together, we are producing a pay-it-forward chain reaction of positive energy and conscious living that benefits everyone. Each large and small choice in favor of natural health and environmental sustainability counts toward enhancing our own standard of living and supporting a higher quality of life on Earth.

It all starts with individuals waking up to conscious living and connecting locally to make measurable differences

new natural naturalcemetery burial section for AA new for those those wishing to leave a smaller wishing to leave a smaller andand greener footprint when we pass. greener footprint when they pass. â&#x20AC;˘ No burial vaultsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;each year millions of

h i own h d communities. ii in their homes and They are role models of wellness. They are eco-stars. They are visionaries that daily act on their passion for helping others live happier, healthier, more thriving lives.

What started as a single print publication in Naples, Florida, in 1994, is now a growing network spearheaded by 90 local magazine publishers reaching out to share the message. Supportive media range from digital magazine editions, e-newsletters, community websites and social media releases to an iPhone app, webstore and dating website, topped by a nationwide network of local natural health practitioners. All embrace the original vision of bringing like-minded people together to help make life better.

We are glad that you are joining us in celebrating 20 years together. We look forward to all the good that 2014 and beyond will bring to us all.

For more information and to connect, visit NaturalAwakeningsMag.com.

â&#x20AC;˘ No vaultsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;each year tonsburial of concrete and steel are used to make millions of tons of concrete and steel common burial vaults. are used to make common burial â&#x20AC;˘ No ordinary embalming chemicalsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; vaults. typical formaldehyde is caustic and â&#x20AC;˘ No ordinary embalming harmful to the planet . chemicalsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; â&#x20AC;˘ Non-descript memorials â&#x20AC;&#x201D; using no embalming necessaryâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;only natural stone or wood. natural and biodegradable â&#x20AC;˘ Optional casketsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;of readily embalming fluids may be used. biodegradable and renewable materials such â&#x20AC;˘ Non-descript as wicker and woodmemorialsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;using may be used. native stone or wood. â&#x20AC;˘ Choice of sites in natural wooded area. â&#x20AC;˘ Optional casketsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;of readily burial services. â&#x20AC;˘ biodegradable Gathering areas andforrenewable â&#x20AC;˘ materials Special family estate areas. such as wicker and wood may be used. â&#x20AC;˘ Choice of sites in a natural wooded environment. â&#x20AC;˘ Gathering areas for burial services. â&#x20AC;˘ Special family estate areas.

) ( a ` ' Ta ( ` QT ( &

) ( a ` ( ` QT ( & ForestRest

NATURAL CEMETERY

5970 Grassy Hill Road ForestBoones Rest atMill,Mountain View VA 24065

(540) 334-5398 540.334.5398

5970 Grassy Hill Road â&#x20AC;˘ Boones Mill, Virginia 24065 ForestRestNaturalCemetery.com mountainviewmemorialpark.com

natural awakenings

January 2014

19

healingways

Caring, Steering, Cheering

A Health Coach Helps Us Change for Good

by Lauressa Nelson

A health or wellness coach integrated into a personal healthcare team can be critical to catalyzing sustainable change. Many people understand they need to modify their self-care, yet fail to take the optimal steps to make such a transformation happen.

“

W

hat we’ve discovered is that people don’t routinely change behavior due to education alone or out of fear. They change through partnership,” explains Linda Smith, a physician’s assistant and director of professional and public programs at Duke Integrative Medicine, in Durham, North Carolina. Coaching partnerships supply a supportive bridge between provider recommendations and patient implementations, she says, “significantly increasing the client’s ability to make changes successfully.”

“Health coaching was absolutely essential to my health,” says Roberta Cutbill, a 72-year-old retired registered nurse in Greensboro, North Carolina, who considered her lifestyle relatively healthy when in her late 60s she experienced autoimmune and cardiac problems. “I have an excellent primary care doctor who, when these issues came up, told me that I needed to change my diet, thoughtfully downloaded a list of recommendations and sent me on my way. I still needed help with many things in order

20

Virginia’s Blue Ridge

to make the changes,” recalls Cutbill, which is why she turned to a health coach at Duke Integrative Medicine.

Margaret Moore, founder and CEO of Wellcoaches Corporation and co-director of the Institute of Coaching at McLean Hospital, a Harvard Medical School affiliate, in Belmont, Massachusetts, identifies two primary forces that enable behavioral change: autonomous motivation (people want to do something for their own reasons, not because someone tells them to) and confidence (they believe they can do it).

“The most powerful motivating forces of all are what you treasure most in life, your life purpose and contribution,” she remarks. Both Smith and Moore emphasize that the priorities in any health coaching relationship are client driven, based on the client’s chosen goals and personal intrinsic motivators.

Confidence in attaining ultimate success is built through positively framed experiments and experiences.

“A health coach is trained to help clients break up their goals into manageable steps,

NABlueRidge.com

focus on strengths, track progress and identify and overcome personal roadblocks,” explains Dr. Karen Lawson, an integrative physician and director of integrative health coaching at the University of Minnesota’s Center for Spirituality and Healing, in Minneapolis. A helpful approach sets goals that can be met and exceeded, not insurmountable ones.

“The key is always keeping a positive lens, helping clients see the progress they achieve,” continues Lawson. This involves speaking in terms of growth through trial and error, in which outcomes are explored without judgment and clients feel empowered to modify.

This is vital, explains Moore, because experiencing at least a threeto-one ratio of positive to negative emotions creates the conditions for the brain to learn, change and thrive, making people feel more capable of taking care of their health.

Mindful awareness is another essential tool; being self-aware and reflecting on what we are doing while it is happening. Unlike thinking, analyzing and planning, mindfulness involves observing while experiencing. During sessions, coaches use it to give their full attention in a non-judgmental way, modeling how clients can bring such compassion to themselves.

A mindful state calms mental noise and puts reflective distance between individuals and their beliefs, emotions and behaviors. It improves their ability to handle negative emotions and to make a conscious choice to respond with a different attitude or new behavior, according to Moore.

For Cutbill, maintaining a personal relationship with her coach over time has been the most significant factor in the improvement of her health. “The relationship was healing, because my coach regularly pointed out my progress with profound encouragement and validation. I wish all primary care doctors had health coaches on staff to help them and their patients attain the success they both are aiming for.”

Lauressa Nelson is an editor and contributing writer for Natural Awakenings.

Connect at LauressaNelson@gmail.com.

Hallmarks of a Good Health Coach

by Margaret Moore In the past 10 years, approximately 10,000 health professionals have become coaches through dedicated training schools and university programs focused on life, corporate or health and wellness coaching. The selection of the right partner to help in the quest for lifelong wellness entails assessing the following qualifications.

Credentials and training: A reputable health and wellness coach training program typically requires six months to two years of education, skills training and practice with clients, followed by a certification process that tests for knowledge and core competencies.

Employment background: Additional desirable credentials in the medical, physical or mental health fields will likely include exercise physiology, physical therapy, psychotherapy, nutrition counseling, nursing or medicine.

Structured relationship: A coach should be able to explain how coaching works and why successful results are more likely with a coach. Coaching sessions are typically conducted by phone and last between 30 and 60 minutes. Coaching services are generally not covered by insurance.

Personal character: Effective health coaches are good listeners, interested in clients’ unique stories. They foster self-acceptance and self-respect, pointing out personal strengths, values and desires. Coaches engage, energize and challenge clients through a positive, non-judgmental focus, while at the same time asking courageous questions.

As skilled partners, they help clients become clear about personal motivations and an overall vision for life, so that they can help design a detailed, attainable plan that successfully moves them toward fulfilling their goals.

Margaret Moore is CEO of Wellcoaches Corporation and holds a master’s degree in business administration. Email her at Margaret@Wellcoaches.com or visit CoachMeg.com or Wellcoaches.com.

Are you Stressed, Need time for Self Care?

INDULGE IN A RELAXING MASSAGE OR JOIN US FOR A MEDITATION CLASS. Swedish Massage • Deep Swedish Massage • Thai Yoga Massage Micofacsial Releash • Shiatsu • Reflexology • Reiki ATTEND ONLY THE WEEKS YOU WANT

Meditation M Me e Classes Beginning Monday January 6th at 6pm to 6:45pm Individual Sessions $10 each Buy a Package and Save Ask for Details.

FREE Living Well Seminar

SPACE IS LIMITEisDter

LIVING WELL... SETTING YOUR YEAR UP FOR SUCCESS THE ART OF GOAL SETTING

Join Motivational Speaker Angela McGoldrick, LPC for this Free 1 hour class on Wed January 15, 2014 at 6:30pm to kick off your year on the right track.

Call to Reg

Check out our website for more details LifeInBalanceCenter.com 125 Akers Farm Rd. Suite D. • Christiansburg

540-381-6215 natural awakenings

January 2014

21

naturalpet

LONG-LIVED PETS

Anti-Aging Care Aids Youthful Vigor

by Dr. Shawn Messonnier

I

n human health care, naturopathic doctors offer a specialty called anti-aging medicine. The goal is to restore optimal health to those at midlife and older that seek to prevent or reduce the incidence of diseases often associated with aging.

But when it comes to aging pets, most veterinary doctors fail to focus on the necessary specialized care. In fact, some traditional vets may decline to treat older pets at all. Often, these animals are suffering from chronic diseases and when they are treated, prescriptions may include numerous drugs. As many know, drugs can entail serious, even debilitating side effects, further deteriorating the prospects for sustained health.

Owners may thus find themselves spending a lot of money maintaining their pets in a chronic state of ill health with little hope for improvement. Animals that might benefit from surgery for problems ranging from dental disease to tumors may not receive ameliorating care when the family vet simply considers them “too old” to invest in or pull through surgery.

A Better Alternative For an enlightened holistic vet, no pet is too old to warrant and benefit from proper health care. By instituting the correct care and focusing on anti-aging efforts, health can be improved and often restored, with the added advantages

22

Virginia’s Blue Ridge

of reducing unnecessary medications and increasing their lifespan.

As an example, most doctors expect larger breeds of dogs to live 10 to 12 years, but with informed care, these same dogs can typically live 15 to 16 years.

Smaller dogs and cats typically have a life expectancy of 12 to 15 years; using an anti-aging approach, such pets routinely live 18 to 20 years or longer, in good health and with a good quality of life.

Exemplary Treatment Here’s how the team at Paws & Claws Animal Hospital, in Plano, Texas, successfully approaches anti-aging medicine.

Beginning at 5 years of age, all pets—including dogs, cats, other small mammals, birds and reptiles—are screened via a physical examination and special blood and urine tests twice a year, with a focus on bionutritional analysis of results. Abnormal results indicating some risk, even slight ones, often ignored by mainstream medicine, are treated using vet-specified natural medicines that help return biometric values to normal and slow down the progression of problems that could, if untreated, turn into serious diseases.

Dietary evaluation, including a bionutritional analysis, ensures that the pet is eating what’s most appropriate for its age, breed and health status.

NABlueRidge.com

Potential dental and other oral issues are treated aggressively and early, because they are the most common source of infection and inflammation contributing to poor bodily health, including diabetes and diseases of the liver, kidneys, heart and lungs.

A review of prior medications confirms or adjusts proper use. In most cases, some of these medications can be eliminated or replaced as needed with natural therapies that have the same clinical effect, but without the possible side effects associated with chronic use of medical therapies.

Natural supplements, which can benefit all pets, also are reviewed and/or prescribed. Most older pets benefit from supplementation with phosphatidylcholine, vitamins and minerals, fatty acids, glucosamine and other elements to support thyroid and adrenal functions. Paws & Claws also favors the herbal remedy Healthy Qi to support the immune system of any ill or older pet; astragalus, green tea, gotu kola and ginseng ingredients give an extra boost toward achieving homeostasis and improved quality of life.

Like human senior citizens, pets in their golden years deserve dignified specialized care that allows them to live more happily and peacefully.

Shawn Messonnier, a doctor of veterinary medicine practicing in Plano, TX, is the award-winning author of The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats and Unexpected Miracles: Hope and Holistic Healing for Pets. For more information, visit PetCareNaturally.com.

Barefoot Studios

$ &HQWHU IRU +HDOLQJ $UWV

Restore your balance with “Healing Touch” energy therapy so that you function and a an nd h heal eal n naturally. attur a ural ral ally y.

Jane Barefoot Rochelle, CHTP $UWLVW &HUWL¿HG +HDOLQJ 7RXFK 3UDFWLWLRQHU

16 West Marketplace Bldg.

16 Church Ave., SW Roanoke VA 24011 540-589-8231

JaneBarefootRochelle@gmail.com BarefootStudiosAndGallery.com

Call

Mention this ad to receive today!

1/2 off your first healing session.

Healthy Lives for Aging Pets

by Lori D. Leonard, DVM, VetMFHom

A

s our animal companions age, their various body systems may not function as well as when they were younger, and they can benefit from an informed owner seeking holistic options. It has been said, “Age is not a disease.” So just because a cat is 16 or a dog is 14, doesn’t mean they can’t feel well. There are options for contributing to their well-being.

At least once a year, have your pet’s blood values checked.

Problems can be identified early based on these tests, along with a thorough physical examination. With early identification of health challenges, supportive therapies can be instituted that will enhance the patient’s quality of life. Most of our companion animals do not exhibit overt signs of pain and discomfort, and by the time many owners are aware of a problem, it can be quite advanced.

Holistic supplements are used to support a pet’s digestion, liver, heart, eyes, kidneys, brain, joints (legs and spine) and immune system. Ask your vet for supplements that are made for animals. Depending on the expertise of your holistic vet, Chinese or Western herbs may be offered. Physical therapy can be very useful, along with daily exercises to be done at home. Flower essences and homeopathy are valuable additions to your pet’s regimen.

Intellectual stimulation may be even more important to support our pets when they are older than when they are younger. Keep your pets occupied with games and activities, interaction with people and even learning new tricks! It can be surmised that this approach may help to rewire the brains of our pets and therefore would be useful as they cope with the aging process. A good, high-quality, species-appropriate diet and regular exercise are important for pets of all ages.

By being informed and following some simple guidelines, you can help your pets age gracefully and enjoy highquality life to the fullest.

Lori D. Leonard, DVM, is a holistic veterinarian who practices at Concord Veterinary Services, 8908 Village Hwy., Concord.

For more information, call 434-993-2403 or visit ConcordVetServices.com. See Community Resource Directory, page 29.

Your best source for healthy and natural pet foods and treats.

The largest selection of pet gifts, toys, beds, wild bird, pond and garden supplies.

3912 Brambleton Ave. Roanoke, VA 24018 540-989-8020

MyNaturesEmporium.com natural awakenings

January 2014

23

greenliving

Ever-More-Green in

Easy Ways to Go Eco Right Now

by Avery Mack

N

ew Year resolutions can be a distant memory by midJanuary, due to unrealistic expectations, slow results and distractions that sideline good intentions. Yet we may still reap the rewards of a greener, healthier lifestyle by progressively adopting small, doable changes.

Nifty Switches

<:B8EB8I EXPERIENCE THE LIGHT AND SOUND OF GOD Worship services, workshops, classes, book discussions, & more

R

The purpose ose of Eckankar Eckannkarr is to t make makke God an everyday day reality rea eaalitty in in your you you ourr life liliffe fe and annd help h \RX ¿QG PRUH VSLULWXDO IUHHGRP LQ WKLV PRU R VS RUH VSLLULULWXD WWXXXDO I O IUHH U GR UH GRP LQ GRP L WWKKL lifetime.

As Soul, you you have have avve the thhe God-knowledge Gooddd--kn knnoowle kno leed within you. u. T Th The he tteachings eaacchin hiinngs g of of E EC ECK CK w will awaken the he knowledge know noow no wlle led eeddggee and andd love loove ve for ffoorr the t divine things nggs that tha hat are are already ar already llre reeaady dyy in in your your yo heart.

540-353-5365

(recorded message)

swva.eck.cntr@gmail.com www.eck-virginia.org www.eckankar.org

<:B8EB8I :<EK<I Xk (+)' *I; JK% JN# IF8EFB<

24

Virginia’s Blue Ridge

NABlueRidge.com

January white sales present a prime opportunity to change to organic cotton sheets and dry-fast towels to reduce energy usage. Local animal shelters welcome old towels and blankets. Homeless shelters also accept gently used clean linens, and outgrown cold-weather gear.

Replace family toothbrushes with eco-friendly models made from renewable castor oil plants instead of petroleum.

The Naturally Clean Toothbrush is BPA-free and recyclable (TomsOfMaine.com).

Each day, Americans use 500 million disposable straws, reports Milo Cress, founder of the Be Straw Free Campaign (Ecocycle.org). Discarded plastic straws and stirrers are on the Ocean Conservancy’s top 10 list of debris littering beaches. Cindy Schiff Slansky, CEO of GreenPaxx, in New York City, suggests using a reusable silicone straw. “The bright colors help keep track of each person’s drink. They’re in my purse for when I eat out with my kids,” she says. “We always say no to disposable straws.” Also consider paper straws that compost within 45 to 60 days.

Plug electronics into power-saving energy strips that can be turned off when machines aren’t in use. Completely shutting down computers saves more energy than using sleep mode.

When it’s time for a more energy-efficient fridge or freezer, call the electric company. The Appliance Recycling Centers of America work with utilities to pick up and recycle working appliances. Air conditioners and dehumidifiers are accepted with a qualifying fridge or freezer. Alternatively, call a local recycling company for a curb pickup of broken appliances; even easier, confirm that the company

Switch to public transportation or telecommuting at least twice a week to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. delivering a new appliance will take away and recycle the old one.

Upgrade to a greener model when the need arises to change cars. California, Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island and Vermont have pledged to speed the construction of charging stations in their states and project collectively having 3.3 million battery-powered cars, plug-in hybrids and other clean-burning vehicles on their roads by 2025.

To make clean and renewable home energy affordable and increase property values, Sunrun installs and maintains home solar power panels in 1,000 cities in 11 states for low and predictable monthly rates (Sunrun.com).

Choose green products carrying the 1% for the Planet logo. Identify participating companies at Tinyurl.com/ OnePercentPlanet.

Table Tips One-pot, slow-cooked hearty stews and soups—especially made with seasonal, locally grown vegetables—use less energy and need less water to wash. A slow cooker can also steam rice, make yogurt or bake simple, whole-grain breads (VitaClayChef.com).

Dave Feller, CEO of Yummly.com, in Redwood City, California, adds, “Slow cooking tenderizes meats and brings out flavor, even in less expensive cuts. It’s also a timesaver.” Yummly recipes detail ingredients, cooking times and nutritional values.

For family snacks, Terry Walters, the Avon, Connecticut, author of Clean Food and Clean Start, advocates going untraditional. “Get closer to the green plant than the processing plant,” she advises. At least once a week, she likes to try a new food. “Roasted chick peas, kale chips or a ‘pizza’ made from a rice tortilla, pasta sauce or pesto, and veggies all make ‘clean-food’ snacks.” (Recipes at TerryWalters.net.)

Keeping produce fresh can be a challenge, especially when the average fridge can harbor millions of bacteria, according to testing by Microban Europe, UK. The BerryBreeze in-fridge automated device periodically circulates activated oxygen to prevent mold, keeping produce fresh longer and reducing spoiling to save grocery dollars (BerryBreeze.com).

Hannah Helsabeck, president of eco-friendly WildMint Shop.com, shares can-free meal tips online. “It takes a little planning, but we can now avoid all the toxic chemicals used in processing foods and making cans. Let’s kick the can!”

Also, check out local food Meetup groups. Penny Miller, of Wichita Falls, Texas, says, “At our first meeting, we saw examples of raised-bed gardens, rainwater harvesting, composting, native landscaping and container plants.”

Avery Mack is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect via AveryMack@mindspring.com.

WEATHERIZATION

A Home Performance Contractor Specializing in Insulation and Energy Assessment since 1980.

Our services include: D Energy Audits using Infrared and blower door technology D Residential Insulation and air sealing D (QHUJ\ HI¿FLHQW +HDWLQJ DQG &RROLQJ 6\VWHPV D Duct testing, sealing and insulation

434-847-5487

E-mail: jolangford@juno.com

Call today for a complete home systems inspection!

Licensed in HVAC, Plumbing, & Electrical -JDFOTFE #POEFE *OTVSFE t $MBTT # $POUSBDUPS

Act Now!

www.jjweatherization.com

natural awakenings

January 2014

25

calendarofevents To have your event included in the Calendar of Events, please email Publisher@NABlueRidge.com or visit NABlueRidge.com for guidelines and to submit entries. Calendar entries are due by the 5th of the month prior to publication.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 1 Annual Festival of Trees – 9am-Noon New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day and 9am-5pm January 2. Come see our display of Christmas Trees decorated by local organizations and businesses and vote for your favorite $1/vote. Proceeds will be split among top three winners. Bedford Welcome Center, 816 Burks Hill Road, Bedford. 540-587-5681. VisitBedford.com.

Floyd County High School Exhibit – 10am-5pm Monday-Saturday and Noon-5pm Sundays through January 26, 2014. Annual art exhibit showcasing works by Floyd County High School art students in the Hayloft Gallery. Free. Jacksonville Center for the Arts, 220 Parkway Lane, South, Floyd. 540-745-2784.

JacksonvilleCenter.org.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 3 Community HU Song & Introductory Book Discussion – 6:45-7:15pm. Join us at the Peace Practice for a Community HU Song followed at 7:30pm with an introductory discussion on Anne Archer’s book, Inner Guidance. The Peace Practice, 3200 memorial Avenue, Lynchburg. 434-609-3437.

ThePeacePractice.com.

MONDAY, JANUARY 6 Adult Dance Class Sampler – 7-8pm. A one-night workshop previewing Sapphire Ballroom’s most popular beginner classes. Absolutely perfect for new dancers, the Sampler is for everyone interested in dance classes. Free. Sapphire Ballroom, Blacksburg Community Center, 725 Patrick Henry Drive, Blacksburg.

540-382-8782. SapphireDance.com.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 7 Prosperity Plus II – 6:30-8:30pm. This class meets weekly for 10 weeks and is open to people who have participated in 4T, Prosperity Plus or another similar prosperity class. All participants tithe 10%; satisfaction guaranteed. Unity of Roanoke Valley, 3300 Green Ridge Rd, Roanoke (at the Woodhaven intersection).

540-562-2200. UnityOfRoanokeValley.org.

Lynchburg Peace Education Center Monthly Meeting – 7pm. Join us for discussion and planning of local

26

Virginia’s Blue Ridge

peace and justice events. All are welcome. The Peace Practice, 3200 Memorial Avenue, Lynchburg. 434-6093437. ThePeacePractice.com

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8 “The Alchemy of Dreams” – 7-9pm. Develop a friendship with your dreams for guidance and inspiration. Presented by Wes Wyatt. Class runs for 8 weeks and is limited to 16 participants; please register early. $150. Unity of Roanoke Valley, 3300 Green Ridge Rd, Roanoke (at the Woodhaven intersection). 540-5622200. UnityOfRoanokeValley.org.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 18 Meditation for Stress Relief – 9am; Mindfulness Matters Discussion – 9:30-10:30am. 30- minute meditation followed by readings and CD recordings exploring topics of mindfulness and meditation with comfortable chairs or floor cushions for all sessions.

Come de-stress to start your weekend! Free, all are welcome. The Peace Practice, 3200 Memorial Avenue, Lynchburg. 434-609-3437. ThePeacePractice.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 19 Movement Meditation with Katie Wells – 10am-4pm.

Weaving energy cultivation, therapeutic visualizations, blindfold dancing, writing, and rest, this is a body journey that is both serious and playful. No experience needed. $50 if prepaid; $60 at door. Lifestream Center, 2006 Windsor Ave., SW, Roanoke. 540-695-0107.

BRCCM.org. MissKatieWells@gmail.com.

MONDAY, JANUARY 20 6-Month Health Coaching Program – 7:309:00pm. Two Monday evenings per month until July.

Learn how to eat and shop for health, have more energy, lose weight and feel good about yourself.

Ini’s Health Coaching and Massage, 413 Dunton Drive, Blacksburg. 540-552-2873. IniBeckman.

HealthCoach.IntegrativeNutrition.com.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 21 Chakra Workshop – 10am-Noon. In this introductory class, we will begin to understand the seven major chakras and explore their characteristics. See how

NABlueRidge.com

thoughts, especially negative, affect our bodies and ultimately our lives. $35; call for reservations. Bedford Yoga Center, 715 Liberty Street, Bedford. 434-9441150. YogaBedford.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 23 Fifth Annual India Meets SW Virginia dinner – 5-10pm. Order from a variety of Indian dishes; regular menu items also available. Feel free to wear your Nehru jackets & Indian garb. Call for reservations.

Local Roots Restaurant, 1314 Grandin Road, Roanoke.

540-206-2610. LocalRootsRestaurant.com

SATURDAY, JANUARY 25 Movement Meditation with Katie Wells – Noon-6pm.

Continues through Sunday, January 26. Movement Meditation puts transformation into practice by dissolving barriers and bringing us into the present moment with love. No experience needed. $100. Blue Ridge Center for Chinese Medicine, 144 Silver Maple Lane, Pilot. 540-695-0107. KatieWells.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 31 12th Annual New Works - January 31-March 29. Share your current creative inspirations. All media welcome.

Applications due by Monday, January 6. Opening reception on Saturday, February 8. The Hayloft Gallery, Jacksonville Center for the Arts, 220 Parkway Lane, South, Floyd. 540-745-2784. JacksonvilleCenter.org.

savethedate SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1 Tons of Fun 15th Annual Family Event – 10am-4pm. Family fun day of activities including clowns, puppets, music, magicians, games, crafts, caricatures, carnival rides, entertainment, and much more. Sponsored by Roanoke County Parks & Rec. Tanglewood Mall, Roanoke. 540-387-6455.

RoanokeCountyParks.com.

SUNDAY, APRIL 6 Advanced Shamanic Studies with Adhi Two Owls – 12Noon. Through April 12. Gain in-depth understanding of spiritual path during this weeklong intense shamanic workshop. Sponsored

by Lapis Studio. $850. Gifford Pinchot State Park, 2200 Rosstown Road, Lewisberry, PA. 717-516-1164. LapisStudio-ManaolaLLC.com.

ManaolaLLC@gmail.com.

ongoingevents sunday

& Wellness Center, 125-D Akers Farm Rd., Christiansburg. 540-381-6215. LifeInBalanceCenter.com.

Unity of Roanoke – 9 and 11am services. All welcome.

3300 Green Ridge Rd NW, Roanoke. 540-562-2200.

Office@UnityRoanoke.org. UnityOfRoanokeValley.org.

Unity in the Seven Hills – 10-11am. Sunday service. Free. 3522 Campbell Ave, Lynchburg.

434-845-5832. Love@UnityInTheSevenHills.org.

UnityInTheSevenHills.org.

Valley Community Church – 11am worship service.

Practical solutions based on the teachings of Jesus. Services include varied musical programs; refreshments served afterward. All welcome. Nursery available. 5000 Carriage Dr, Roanoke. 1 block off Rt 419, behind the McDonald’s at Oak Grove Plaza. 540-774-5512. VCCDS.com.

Community HU Song – 10:00-10:30am. Second Sunday of each month. Singing HU has helped people of many different faiths open their hearts more fully to the uplifting presence of God. Eckankar Center, 1420 Third Street, Roanoke (first floor back far right office).

540-857-0950. Eck-Virginia.org. Eckankar.org.

Eckankar Worship Service – 11am-12Noon. Second Sunday of each month. The purpose of Eckankar is to make God an everyday reality in your life. Open to people of all faiths and religions. Eckankar Center, 1420 Third Street, Roanoke (first floor back far right office).

540-857-0950. Eck-Virginia.org. Eckankar.org.

Peace Readers Book Group – 2pm. Last Sunday of every month. Book group focusing on titles that help to create a culture of peace. For more information, check the calendar on our website. All are welcome! Free. The Peace Practice, 3200 Memorial Avenue, Lynchburg.

434-609-3437. ThePeacePractice.com.

Flow Yoga – 4:30-5:30pm. Practice yoga in a fun, safe, intelligent, well stocked studio. No registration required; drop in anytime. Bedford Yoga Center, 715 Liberty Street, Bedford. 434-944-1150. YogaBedford.com.

monday Flow Yoga – 5:30-6:30pm. Practice yoga in a fun, safe, intelligent, well stocked studio. No registration required; drop in anytime. Bedford Yoga Center, 715 Liberty Street, Bedford. 434-944-1150. YogaBedford.com.

Meditation Sessions – 6:00-6:45pm. Experience inner peace and tranquility with Weekly Meditation Series. $10/session; package discounts available. No experience necessary. Call to preregister. Life in Balance Counseling

4th Monday Alternative Medicine Study Group – 6:00-7:30pm. For practioners. Learn about wellness and healing for our patients. Free. Holistic Veterinary Consultants, 2401 S Main St, Blacksburg. 540-616WAGS. HolisticVeterinaryConsultants@gmail.com.

HolisticVeterinaryConsultants.com.

Creating Your Joy: Yoga to Manage Your Mood – 7:00-8:15pm. Join us for a gentle yoga class that emphasizes balancing the nervous system and mood regulation. $12 drop-in or purchase a class card. All are welcome! Inner Wisdom Yoga & Psychotherapy, 1420 Third Street, Roanoke. 540-798-8478. InnerWidsomYogaTherapy@gmail.com.

A Course in Miracles – 7-9pm. All welcome.

Love offering. Unity of Roanoke Valley, 3300 Green Ridge Rd NW, Roanoke. 540-562-2200 x10.

UnityOfRoanokeValley.org.

tuesday Tai Chi – 12-1pm. Low impact focusing on relaxation, balance, and a sense of overall well-being. All ages, all levels. No registration required and drop-ins are welcome. Barefoot Studios, 16 West Marketplace Bldg., 16 Church Avenue, Roanoke. 540-632-2323.

BarefootStudiosAndGalleries.com.

Kid’s Yoga – 4:30-5:15pm. Beginner’s class aimed at being light and engaging for children. Call to preregister. Ages 4-11. First session/free; $8/one session; $36/ six sessions. Life in Balance Counseling & Wellness Center, 125-D Akers Farm Rd., Christiansburg. 540381-6215. LifeInBalanceCenter.com.

Beginner’s Yoga – 5:30-6:45pm. Also Thursdays 5:30-6:45pm and Fridays 9:30-10:45am. Increase your strength and flexibility. No experience necessary. First session is free; call to preregister. $12/one session; $48/6 sessions. Life in Balance Counseling & Wellness Center, 125-D Akers Farm Rd., Christiansburg.

540-381-6215. LifeInBalanceCenter.com.

Zen Meditation Group – 6-7pm. Meditation instruction is available. Stone Mountain Zendo, Christ Episcopal Church, 1101 Franklin Rd. SW, Roanoke.

540-345-5932. tainormand@verizon.net.

Kripalu Yoga – 6-7pm. What distinguishes a Kripalu Yoga class is an emphasis on bringing awareness to the physical sensations, emotions, and thoughts that arise throughout the practice. Accessible to all levels.

Bedford Yoga Center, 715 Liberty Street, Bedford. 434944-1150. YogaBedford.com.

Vinyasa Flow Class – 6:15-7:30pm. Class is open to all levels. Facilitated by Christina Adams, RYT. $10/ public; $5/students. Blue Ridge School of Massage and Yoga, 2001 South Main Street, Suite 106, Blacksburg.

540-392-3723 or 540-544-6820. BlueRidgeMassage.org.

My Co-op 101. Learn more about a cooperative business and how to make the most of your ownership.

Last Tuesday of every month. Free to owners; walk-ins welcome. Please call to reserve a space. Roanoke Natural Foods Coop, 1319 Grandin Rd, Roanoke. 540-343-5652.

RoanokeNaturalFoods.coop.

wednesday Mindfulness Self-Care for Practitioners – 9-10am. Second & fourth Wednesday of each month. Practice mindfulness for 30 minutes and then enjoy an open discussion for about 20-30 minutes. No fee. Life in Balance Counseling & Wellness Center, 125-D Akers Farm Rd., Christiansburg.

540-381-6215. LifeInBalanceCenter.com.

Hatha Yoga – 11am-12pm. Gentle yoga focusing on integration of body, mind, and spirit with instructor Colleen Carrell. No registration required and drop-ins are welcome. All ages, all levels. $10. Barefoot Studios, 16 Church Ave. (16 West Marketplace Bldg.), Roanoke.

540-761-5635. BarefootStudiosAndGallery.com.

Prayer and Meditation – Noon-12:20pm. Add your energy to the peaceful environment of our chapel and be lifted up through the use of positive affirmations during this sacred time of prayer and focused attention. Unity of Roanoke Valley, 3300 Green Ridge Rd, Roanoke (at the Woodhaven intersection). 540-5622200. UnityOfRoanokevalley.org.

Nature Zone – Wednesdays 3pm-dusk; Fridays Noon6pm; Saturdays 10am-4pm. Take in the “wild” sights of the Nature Zone and delve into the mysteries of nature.

There’s a world of fun and excitement for all ages! The Nature Zone, 825 Kemper St, Lynchburg. 434-455-5858.

LynchburgVa.gov/parks-and-recreation.

Zen Meditation Group – 6-7pm. Meditation instruction is available. Stone Mountain Zendo, Christ Episcopal Church, 1101 Franklin Rd. SW, Roanoke. 540-345-5932. tainormand@verizon.net.

Tai Chi – 6-7pm. Low impact “meditation in motion” focusing on relaxation, balance, and a sense of overall well-being.

Instructor: Gloria Elliott. Please call Gloria before coming to your first class. All ages, all levels. No registration required and drop-ins are welcome. $8. Barefoot Studios, 16 West Marketplace Bldg., 16 Church Avenue, Roanoke. 540-6322323. BarefootStudiosAndGalleries.com.

Meditation, Reading and Book Discussion – 6:30pm meditation; 7-8:30pm reading and book discussion. Visit website for current book. Valley Community Church, Di-

Improve your Health, Naturally Specializing in holistic approaches to chronic health concerns

Unity of Roanoke Valley Sunday Services 9 & 11 am, Weekly Classes, Workshops & Weddings. CelebraƟng all paths to God!3300 Green Ridge Road Roanoke, VA 24019 www.UnityOfRoanokeValley.org (540) 562-2200

Katherine Reinholtz, N.D. NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE 200 Professional Park Dr #3 Blacksburg, VA 24060 540-230-6758

DrKatherineND@gmail.com www.KatherineReinholtzND.com

natural awakenings

January 2014

27

Mercury-Free Dentistry Safe S f removall off mercury/silver fillings (amalgam) utilizing the protocol recommended by the International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology (see IAOMT.com) Dr. C. Fr Fre rede deri rick Smith, DDS Drr. Ka D Kare K are rren en Pe Per P erk rkiin ins nss,, DD DSS Providing comprehensive and cosmetic dentistry in a mercury-free environment using dental materials that are safe and biocompatible.

46 Shelor Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24502

434-237-6328

www.MercuryFreeDDS.com

Enjoy a Comfortable,

Pain-Free Winter You’ve tried the rest, now try the best!

Dr Emu’s Rx for Pain, STOPS PAIN PLUS is known to clear brain fog, restore a positive mood, regenerate energy levels and increase circulation because it works faster, penetrates deeper and lasts longer than any other topical product or your money back!

STOPS PAIN PLUS is reported to give relief from: t %JBCFUJD /FVSPQBUIZ 'PPU 1BJO t 4UJGG +PJOUT t "SUISJUJT 1BJO t ,OFF /FDL #BDL 1BJO t *OGMBNBUJPO 4XFMMJOH t 5JSFE 4PSF .VTDMFT FREE TRIAL SIZE

4-oz SSpray B 4 Bottle

19.99

$

FREE 1-oz trial size included with each order to share with a friend or family member.

SPECIAL SHIPPING - $5 for up to 8 bottles

4IPQ POMJOF BU NAWebstore.com or call: 888-822-0246

Let me help you live the life of your dreams!

AlexandriaPederson rsson Certified Life Coach oacch Motivational Speaker eaakker Author & Workshops ho ops p Angelic Readings din ngss Energy Therapy rap apyy

Call me today!

AlexandriaPederson.com .ccom m ..ccom om CelebrationOfLight@gmail.com

07788 0788 88 (540) 588-0788 Individual or Group Sessions Available

FREE for a limited time only: Coaching Strategy Session valued at $250!

28

Virginia’s Blue Ridge

NABlueRidge.com

vine Science, 5000 Carriage Dr, Roanoke. One block off Rt 419, behind McDonald’s at Oak Grove Plaza. 540-774-5512.

VCCDS.com.

New River Valley Unity Study Group – 7:30-9:00pm. Meditation, introspection and discussion. Free. Location varies.

Call for details: Bev 540-763-2410 or Betty 540-639-5739.

thursday Beginner’s Yoga – 5:30-6:45pm. Increase your strength and flexibility. No experience necessary. First session is free; call to preregister. $12/one session; $48/6 sessions. Life in Balance Counseling & Wellness Center, 125-D Akers Farm Rd., Christiansburg. 540-381-6215. LifeInBalanceCenter.com.

Hot Yoga – 6-7pm. Better suited to the student with some prior yoga experience, this class incorporates a faster pace, high temperatures and fun music. No registration required; drop-in anytime. Bedford Yoga Center, 715 Liberty Street, Bedford. 434-944-1150. YogaBedford.com.

Laughter Yoga – 6:00-6:30pm. Laughter Yoga is held every first and third Thursday of the month. No experience required. Free. Blue Ridge School of Massage and Yoga, 2001 South Main Street, Suite 106, Blacksburg. 540-3923723 or 540-544-6820. laugh4u.org.

Mysore Yoga – 6:00-7:30pm. Deepen your experience of Yoga. $10/public; $5/students. Blue Ridge School of Massage and Yoga, 2001 South Main Street, Suite 106, Blacksburg.

540-392-3723 or 540-544-6820. BlueRidgeMassage.org.

Roanoke Community Drum Circle – 7pm. Express yourself through rhythm. Free. Grandin Village, Courtyard of Raleigh Court Baptist Church, corner of Memorial Ave. and Grandin Rd., Roanoke. Sponsored by Plowshares, 214 Summit Way, Roanoke. 989-0393. PlowshareVa.org.

friday Vinyasa Flow Class – 9:30-10:45am. Class is open to all levels. $10/public; $5/students. Blue Ridge Blue School of Massage and Yoga, 2001 South Main Street, Suite 106, Blacksburg. 540-392-3723 or 540-544-6820. BlueRidgeMassage.org.

Beginner’s Yoga – 9:30-10:45am. Increase your strength and flexibility. No experience necessary. First session is free; call to preregister. $12/one session; $48/6 sessions. Life in Balance Counseling & Wellness Center, 125-D Akers Farm Rd., Christiansburg. 540-381-6215. LifeInBalanceCenter.com.

Art By Night at Barefoot Studios – 5-9pm. Enjoy an evening of fine art and great live music on the first Friday of each month. Free. Barefoot Studios, 16 West Marketplace Bldg., 16 Church Avenue, Roanoke. 540-589-8231. BarefootStudiosAndGallery.com.

saturday Zen Meditation Group – 9-10pm. Meditation instruction is available. Stone Mountain Zendo, Christ Episcopal Church, 1101 Franklin Rd. SW, Roanoke. 540-345-5932. tainormand@verizon.net.

Free Science-Based Natural Health Information – 10am5pm. Second Saturday of each month. Drawings for free gift certificates, proven wellness information and great savings opportunities. The Well, 1764 Patriot Ln, Bedford. 540-5879000; 877-THE-WELL. TheWellInBedford@gmail.com.

Monthly Silent Peace Vigil – Noon. Third Saturday of each month. All welcome. Downtown Roanoke City Market Building, 32 Market St., Roanoke. Sponsored by Plowshares, 214 Summit Way, Roanoke. 989-0393. PlowshareVa.org.

communityresourcedirectory To be included in the Community Resource Directory, please email Publisher@NABlueRidge.com or visit NABlueRidge.com for guidelines and to submit entries.

ANIMALS AND PETS – SUPPLIES

BUILDING – GREEN DESIGN/BUILD

NATURE’S EMPORIUM

JUBILEE COHOUSING

3912 Brambleton Ave., Roanoke, VA 24018 540-989-8020 MyNaturesEmporium.com

Walter Charnley 523 Needmore Lane, Floyd, VA 24091 (540) 250-1234 FloydCohousing.Jubilee@gmail.com JubileeCoho.com

The largest selection of pet gifts, toys, beds and healthy foods and treats for all the special members of the family. Natural and holistic pet food, wild bird and garden supplies. See ad, page 23.

ANIMALS AND PETS VETERINARIANS CONCORD VETERINARY SERVICES Lori Leonard, BS, DVM, LFHOM 8908 Village Hwy., Concord, VA 24538 434-993-2403 ConcordVetServices.com Discover methods of support and comfort for your beloved animals.

For 20 years we have offered homeopathy and other holistic modalities as well as conventional veterinary care. New patients welcome!

HOLISTIC VETERINARY CONSULTANTS Marjorie M. Lewter, DVM 2401 S. Main St., Blacksburg, VA 24060 540-616-9247 HolisticVeterinaryConsultants.com Professional guidance for clients with many issues including vaccines, nutrition and special health problems. Geriatric care, cancer support and hospice care. Routine medical care for small animals, farm animals and horses. Integrative medicine including acupuncture, botanical medicines, chiropractic and homeopathy. Discover the power of holistic medicine. See ad, page 24.

BODYWORK – ENERGY WORK BAREFOOT STUDIOS 16 Church Ave. SW, Roanoke, VA 24011 540-589-8231 BarefootStudiosAndGallery.com Healing touch assists with balancing your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being and supports your natural ability to heal. Safe for all ages and works in harmony with standard medical care. See ad, page 22.

New members welcome: Rural southwestern VA cohousing group. Thirty-three (33) clustered PassivHaus residences and common house on 38 delightful undeveloped acres. See ad, page 10.

SOUTHERN HERITAGE HOMES 275 Corporate Dr., Rocky Mount, VA 24151 540-489-7700 KMPeters@SHHomes.net SHHomes.net Southern Heritage Homes is a family owned business offer family-owned offering hybrid construction that makes sense for your lifestyle, your budget and the planet. See ad, page 18.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY H2O AT HOME Jean Cox, Founding Senior Group Leader 360-271-9525 MyH2OatHome.com/Jean Ground-floor business opportunity. Earn “green” while helping others go green with your own homebased business. Be among the first advisors in Virginia and help launch the East Coast. Incentive packages available to experienced leaders. Call for more information. See ad, page 17.

VALLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH, DIVINE SCIENCE 5000 Carriage Dr., Roanoke, VA 24018 540-774-5512 VCCDS.com Teaching practical, spiritual laws based on and found in the example and teachings of Jesus, as well as the Bible and other great wisdom literature.

Through Divine Science teachings you can lead a life of joyful inner and outer satisfaction and serenity.

UNITY OF ROANOKE VALLEY Rev. Linda Taylor 3300 Green Ridge Rd., Roanoke, VA 24019 540-562-2200 UnityOfRoanokeValley.org We are a vibrant, loving, spiritual community, demonstrating Christ consciousness, embracing diversity and inspiring personal transformation. Join us in co-creating a world that works for all! See ad, page 27.

EDUCATION AND CAREERS MASSAGE SCHOOLS BLUE RIDGE SCHOOL OF MASSAGE AND YOGA Colony Park, Ste. 106, 2001 S. Main St., Blacksburg, VA 24060 540-552-2177 BlueRidgeMassage.org Prepare for a meaningful, wellpaid, flexible career in the growing profession of massage therapy. Gain excellent, varied bodywork skills and knowledge from experienced, caring instructors. Visit our website to learn more about programs, open house events and workshops or to complete an online application. (CTO SHEV)

CHURCHES ENERGY – ALTERNATIVE ENERGY

ECKANKAR, RELIGION OF THE LIGHT AND SOUND OF GOD 1420 3rd Street SW, Roanoke, VA 24016 540-353-5365 swva.eck.cntr@gmail.com eck-virginia.org

RENEWABLE ENGINEERED SYSTEMS

Are you looking for the personal experience of God, every day?

Each of us is connected to God through Divine Spirit (the ECK), which can be heard as Sound and seen as Light. Connect with a spiritual community of people who share your desire for truth See ad, page 24.

855-241-7999 sales@r-e-s.biz Solar power for your home is more affordable than you think. We provide outstanding quality and value in alternative energy applications for consumers seeking turn-key solutions. Enjoy relief from the escalating cost of fossil fuels. See ad on page 9.

natural awakenings

January 2014

29

ENERGY – CONSERVATION AND HVAC J & J WEATHERIZATION 434-847-5487 JoLangford@juno.com JJWeatherization.com With 30 years of experience in home energy performance, J&J Weatherization is a full-service company specializing in insulation, home energy conservation and efficiency.

See ad, page 25.

THE WELL 1764 Patriot Ln., Bedford, VA 24523 540-587-9000 The.Well.In.Bedford@gmail.com WellOfCourse.net The destination for natural health when looking for science-based information, superior products, herbal tinctures, supplements, natural foods, bulk foods, spices and teas. The Well has all of this and more. Your benefit is our business. See ad, page 24.

FOODS RESTAURANTS

FITNESS – YOGA BEDFORD YOGA CENTER

LOCAL ROOTS FARM-TO-TABLE RESTAURANT

Helen A. Maxwell, RYT 500 715 Liberty St., Bedford, VA 24523 434-944-1150 YogaBedford.com

1314 Grandin Rd., Roanoke, VA 24015 540-206-2610 LocalRootsRestaurant.com

All levels, from beginner and beyond. Choose from a variety of public classes or private, individualized instruction. Offering a FREE monthly community class. Find balance, strength, bliss and harmony. See ad, page 8.

FOOD – FARMS AND FARMERS’MARKETS RIVERSTONE ORGANIC FARM Floyd, VA 24091 540-577-8218 Riverstone@SWVA.net RiverstoneOrganicFarm.com

FOODS – NATURAL, ORGANIC AND VEGAN ROANOKE NATURAL FOODS CO-OP 1319 Grandin Rd., Roanoke, VA 24015 1 Market Square, Roanoke, VA 24011 540-343-5652 RoanokeNaturalFoods.coop Virginia’s largest, cooperatively owned natural-foods grocery store.

Nutritious food choices and earth-friendly products. We support sustainable environmental practices, local organic farmers, local businesses and our community.

See ad, page 26.

Virginia’s Blue Ridge

FUNERAL AND BURIAL SERVICES - GREEN FOREST REST AT MOUNTAIN VIEW

Offering organic produce and flowers and pastureraised lamb, pork and eggs. Find us at Blacksburg and Floyd farmers’ markets or sign up for a CSA farm share. See ad, page 21.

30

Roanoke’s first true farm-to-table restaurant.

Open Tuesday through Friday for lunch and dinner, Saturday for dinner, Sunday for brunch and family-style supper. Full bar and wood-fire oven.

Available for private parties, corporate events, celebrations and catering. See ad, page 10.

5970 Grassy Hill Rd., Boones Mill, VA 24065 540-334-5398 Sensor@EvergreenMemorialTrust.com EvergreenMemorialTrust.com Forest Rest is a natural cemetery where interments are made without burial vaults or common embalming chemicals. Wood tablets or native stones mark the graves. See ad, page 19.

GARDEN, YARD AND PATIO – EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES BLUE RIDGE HYDROPONICS AND HOME BREWING COMPANY Williamson Road Plaza, 5327-D Williamson Rd., Roanoke, VA 24012 540-265-2483 BlueRidgeHydroponics.com

NABlueRidge.com

Everything you need to create an indoor growing environment. Hydroponic gardening, indoor lighting and nutrients. Cheese-making and home-brewing kits also available.

See ad, page 7.

GUIDED IMAGERY REV. KANTA BOSNIAK, CHT Life Coach and Wedding Officiant 540-577-8854 Art4Spirit@yahoo.com KantaBosniak.com Coaching and guided imagery for weight loss, smoking cessation, intuition, life changes, confident interviews, and career. Take positive thinking to a deeper level. Personalized and meaningful wedding ceremonies.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS COUNSELING LUANN KEENER-MIKENAS, LCSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker 311 Rivermont Ave., Lynchburg, VA 24504 434-221-0778 LKeener444@live.com LKM-LCSW.org LuAnn is a licensed clinical social worker with 18 years of experience, working to promote personal growth and strength in families. Counseling and complementary therapies: Neuro-Integration, Mandala Assessment and Research Instrument (MARI), Quantum Healing Hypnosis Therapy (QHHT).

INI’S HEALTH COACHING AND MASSAGE 413 Dunton Dr., Blacksburg, VA 24060 540-552-2873 IniBeckman@InisMassage.com InisMassage.com IniBeckman.HealthCoach.

IntegrativeNutrition.com Offering workshops on nutrition as well as individual and group health coaching. This program will radically improve your health and happiness. It includes two one-hour sessions per month, handouts and other materials, food samples, self-care products and a monthly newsletter. Most programs last six months.

Also offers massage therapy. See ad, page 8.

INNER WISDOM YOGA AND PSYCHOTHERAPY Annemarie Carroll, Ph.D., LCP, RYT 1420 3rd St., Roanoke, VA 24016 540-798-8478 InnerWisdomYogaTherapy@gmail.com Annemarie integrates psychotherapy and yoga/meditation to assist clients dealing with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, chronic pain, PTSD, insomnia and infertility. Services include yoga-informed psychotherapy and therapeutic yoga classes.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS DENTIST DR. C. FREDERICK SMITH, DDS

NATURE’S SPECIALIST

46 Shelor Dr., Lynchburg, VA 24502 434-237-6328 MercuryFreeDDS.com

Dorothy Harrell, Pharmacist 4620 Lee Hwy., Dublin, VA 24084 540-674-0914 NatPharm.Dottie@gmail.com

Providing the highest quality of dental care in a mercury-free environment, using safe and biocompatible dental materials. We practice safe removal of old mercury/silver (amalgam) fillings with the safe mercury/silver filling removal protocol outlined by the International Academy of Oral Medicine, IAOMT. See ad, page 28.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS PRODUCTS AND SERVICES MULE HELL TRADING CO. 134 Frances Mill Rd., Cripple Creek, VA 24322 276-621-4741 MuleHellTradingCo.com Fine herbal handmade soaps and natural body-care products made at our soap studio in downtown Cripple Creek. We make more than 50 products that will feed your skin naturally!

HEALTH AND WELLNESS COACHING ALEXANDRIA PEDERSON, CERTIFIED LIFE MASTERY COACH Seeing clients in person at Bioenergetic Chiropractic 331 King George Street Suite B, Roanoke, VA 24016 Mail: P.O. Box 4211, Roanoke, VA 24015 540-588-0788 CelebrationOfLight@gmail.com AlexandriaPederson.com Are you ready to live the life of your dreams? I use proven systems to guide you in taking the steps to be successful and manifest the life of your dreams.

Why wait? Decide today to live it now! Individual or group sessions. See ad, page 28.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS – HOLISTIC PRACTITIONERS KATHERINE REINHOLTZ, N.D. 200 Professional Park Dr. #3, Blacksburg, VA 24060 540-230-6758 DrKatherineND@gmail.com KatherineReinholtzND.com Conventional allopathic medical care is blended with the wisdom of holistic medicine to give you the best possible health care. Specializing in holistic approaches to chronic health concerns. See ad, page 27.

RECYCLING

HEALTH AND WELLNESS – PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

BOOKBAG SANTA 540-342-2083 BookbagSanta@verizon.net BookBagSanta.com

Specializing in naturopathic consultation, natural therapies and hair analysis. Nature’s Specialist also keeps a stock of high-quality vitamins, herbs and nutritionals.

Call for an appointment, or stop by to shop for supplements. See ad, page 14.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS SPAS AND SALONS ALL ABOUT YOU SALON 1386 E. Main St., Salem, VA 24153 540-312-6141 Full-service hair salon. Organic hair coloring and perms that are made with certified organic extracts and natural ingredients that are 100-percent ammonia-free.

Spa services include manicures, pedicure, facials and massage. Flexible appointments for busy schedules. See ad, page 7.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS – WELLNESS CENTERS LIFE IN BALANCE COUNSELING AND WELLNESS CENTER 125 Akers Farm Rd., Ste. D, Christiansburg, VA 24073 540-381-6215 LifeInBalanceCenter.com The Life in Balance team of therapists offers psychotherapy, equine-assisted psychotherapy, massage therapy, Reiki, yoga classes, creative movement and relaxation classes, meditation, workshops, classes and group therapy. See ad, page 21.

HOME – CLEANING SUPPLIES

Roanoke-based 501c3 charity keeps two TONS of used school supplies out of the landfill every year. Since 1990 the group has traveled each summer to Belize to deliver supplies to three schools. Email, call or visit the website for more information about making donations.

CLEAN VALLEY COUNCIL Jefferson Center, 541 Luck Ave., Ste. 319, Roanoke, VA 24016 540-345-5523 CleanValley.org A nonprofit organization serving the Roanoke Valley for more than 30 years. Providing educational programming and citizen participation events to spread the word about litter prevention, recycling, waste-stream reduction, storm-water pollution prevention and protecting our natural resources. The goto resource for local recycling information.

RETAIL - NONPROFIT GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF THE VALLEYS 2502 Melrose Ave., Ste. A, Roanoke, VA 24017 540-581-0620 GoodwillValleys.com We put your donations to work by dedicating 90 percent of our resources to providing services to the community.

Donations entrusted to us are used to help people with disabilities and disadvantages overcome barriers to employment and achieve a level of independence in life. See ad, page 21.

TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES RIDE SOLUTIONS 866-424-3334 Info@RideSolutions.org RideSolutions.org Ride Solutions connects you to your transportation options with free regional carpool matching, bike commute support, transit assistance and employer services, all for free.

WATER CONSERVATTION AND FILTRATION - ALKALINE WATER

H2O AT HOME

HEALTHY WATER FOR ME

Jean Cox, Founding Senior Group Leader 360-271-9525 MyH2OatHome.com/Jean Now you can care for your home with our innovative smart tools and just water or certified natural and organic products. Your home will be sparkling with no harsh chemical residues or fumes! See ad, page 17.

540-230-7459 or 540-789-7808 HealthyWaterForMe@hotmail.com HealthyWaterForMe.com Kangen Water® is a great way to increase hydration, balance body pH, obtain optimal health, neutralize free radicals, reduce pain and more. Change Your Water…Change Your Life ™. Call to begin a free three-week alkaline, antioxidant water challenge today. See ad, page 8.

natural awakenings

January 2014

31

A DV E RTO R I A L

Natural Iodine Supplementation A Must for Most Americans e all need iodine, yet most of us don’t get enough of it through our diet. A study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that iodine deficiency in the developed world has increased fourfold in the past 40 years and now affects nearly three-quarters of all adults.

Numerous U.S. practicing physicians quoted widely in the media estimate that the incidence of hypothyroidism in our adult population may be between 30 and 70 percent.

Thus, we can’t efficiently produce the thyroid hormones that serve as chemical messengers triggering nearly every bodily function. The presence or absence of iodine affects our every cell.

Be Aware of Hypothyroidism Symptoms

Symptoms can range from extreme fatigue and weight gain to depression, carpal tunnel syndrome, high blood pressure, fibrocystic breasts and a variety of skin and hair problems.

Hypothyroidism can further cause infertility, joint pain, heart disease and stroke.

Low iodine levels also have been associated with breast and thyroid cancers. In children, insufficient iodine has been strongly linked with mental retardation, deafness, attention deficient and hyperactivity disorder and impaired growth, according to studies by Boston University, China’s Jiao Tong University School of Medicine and France’s National Academy of Medicine.

Low thyroid function, or hypothyroidism, is the most recognized and obvious indicator of low iodine intake because the thyroid gland contains more concentrated iodine than other organs.

The answer is simple: Taking the right kind of iodine in the right dosage can rebalance thyroid function and restore health to the thyroid and the whole body.

W

A Few Drops Can Change Your Life!

You could feel better, lose weight or increase energy and mental clarity with a few drops of Natural Awakenings DETOXIFIED IODINE daily in water or on your skin when used as directed. o An essential component of the thyroid, A iiodine replacement has been reported tto give relief from: t %FQSFTTJPO t 'JCSPNZBMHJB t )ZQPUIZSPJEJTN t 3BEJBUJPO

t 8FJHIU (BJO t -PX &OFSHZ t )ZQFSUIZSPJEJTN t #BDUFSJB 7JSVTFT

4-6 week supply ONLY $19.99

Order Online Today at

NAWebstore.com Or Call: 888-822-0246 SHIPPING ☛ $SPECIAL 5tVQ UP CPUUMFT Wholesale Pricing Available to Stores and Practitioners

Shop Natural Awakenings’ Online Webstore for More Special, Natural Products

Natural Awakenings Detoxifed Iodine is 100 percent natural, raw iodine in an ethyl alcohol solution. We thank all those that are benefiting from this product and enthusiastically telling us their great results.

H Available only at NAWebstore.com I My wife, who suffered from extreme fatigue and other symptoms, saw a dramatic increase in energy after just a few days of taking the natural iodine drops. Now if she misses a day, she’ll end up falling asleep in the middle of the afternoon, like she used to do before taking the iodine. It works! ~ Aaron My doctor told me that I had a hypothyroid condition, prescribed medication and was happy with the follow-up test results, yet I noticed no positive effects on my overall wellbeing. Within two weeks of using the Natural Awakenings Detoxified Iodine, I had more energy, felt more awake and enjoyed clearer thinking and greater peace of mind. People even comment that I look younger. I am a fan! ~ Larry

Reasons Behind Iodine Deficiency Radiation: Almost everyone is routinely exposed to iodine-depleting radiation emitted by cell phones, Wi-Fi, microwave ovens and other electronic devices.

Iodized table salt: The human body cannot utilize the iodine added to this product.

Low-sodium diets: Failure to use healthy salts to fulfill sodium requirements, plus overuse of zero-nutrient table salt in foods, leads to iodine depletion.

Bromine: This toxic chemical overrides iodine’s abilities to nourish the thyroid, adrenal and other hormone-producing glands.

A known carcinogen, it is used as an anticaking ingredient found in almost all baked goods, unless the ingredients specifically cite unbromated flour.

Iodine-depleted soils: Due to poor farming techniques, iodine and other minerals in soil have declined, so most foods today are devoid of naturally occurring iodine.

Proper iodine supplementation with a high-quality product like Natural Awakenings Detoxified Iodine can prevent harm by protecting the thyroid and other endocrine glands and restoring proper hormone production.