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

16 ROLFING STRUCTURAL

INTEGRATION DIGS DEEP TO RESTORE BALANCE

An Alternative Method for the Body

by Linda Sechrist

18 ALTERNATIVE

GOES MAINSTREAM

Today’s Complementary Trends Support Natural Health Care

by Kathleen Barnes

22 HOW TO BE

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A GOOD PATIENT

by Terri Evans

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27 CONSERVE, UPDATE AND INTEGRATE FOR SMARTER HEATING

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28 Community Spotlight

Dr. Julie Burke: A Journey of Healing Through Chiropractic Care

by Kim Childs

30 LOCAL PRACTITIONERS 28 OFFER REIKI, ACUPUNCTURE AND HERBAL MEDICINE

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or me, this past year was all about settling into my new role as a Natural Awakenings publisher and getting to know more about our local natural living community.

Many exciting and challenging changes unfolded in my experience; I believe they have been preparing me for a monumental leap in personal growth in this propitious year of 2012. How about you?

Along the way I’ve seen how, when our focus shifts onto something or someone new and exciting coming into our life, we may lose sight of some trustworthy basics. In 2011, I seriously got off track when I surrendered my regular workout, meditation time and other forms of self-nurturing that are vital to my well-being. I’m here to tell you that the real fun begins when we finally recognize the lapse. Excuses don’t hold water and the time comes to take action.

I am thankful that I’ve now resuscitated daily habits of both exercise and meditation and am figuring out how to better care for myself just in time to make a few New Year’s resolutions. I am eager to see the promise of 2012 become reality as I re-establish the delicate balance of work, personal life and playtime. I like envisioning wonderful things in store.

January brings a timely focus on Health and Wellness ready to assist with your own resolutions. You’ll find solid information to help, including current health care trends in complementary alternative medicine (CAM) in our feature article, “Alternative Goes Mainstream,” on page 18. Author Kathleen Barnes discusses the major shift underway as conventional medicine increasingly recognizes the benefits of holistic treatments that take mind, body and spirit into account. I encourage you to explore your own options for wellness with your doctors and find out where they stand on integrating complementary therapies. Chances are they’re moving in that direction.

Before putting your doctor on the spot, be sure to check out “How to Be a Good Patient,” on page 22, by Doctor of Oriental Medicine Terri Evans. Based on her decades of experience working with patients, she provides seven tips to help you help yourself when it comes to communicating with practitioners and creating an optimal wellness plan that works for you.

As we head into the new year, Natural Awakenings will be here to inspire, educate and empower you in fresh ways that help you make lasting positive changes in your life. The benefits are tremendous.

Special kudos go to our loyal advertisers that make it possible for us to bring a whole community of resources to you each month. Thanks, too, to our loyal readers for creating space for us in your lives.

Here’s to a new year of possibilities and peace,

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newsbriefs Ozone Treatment for Oral Infections and More at Boston Dental Wellness

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veta Iontcheva-Barehmi, DMD, MS, DSc, of Boston Dental Wellness Advanced Concepts Dental Care, in Brookline, has added oxygen/ ozone therapy to her practice for treatment of oral infections and more. Iontcheva-Barehmi, who also performs periodontal medicine, laser and mercury-free dentistry and implants, says that oxygen/ozone therapy has a long history of research and clinical application with patients. “Ozone is a naturally occurring chemical compound and a powerful oxidizer that effectively kills bacteria, fungi, viruses and parasites at a dramatically lower concentration than chlorine,” she says. “One molecule of ozone kills pathogenic microorganisms 3,500 faster than 10,000 molecules of chlorine, with no known side effects.”

Iontcheva-Barehmi says that oxygen/ozone therapy is used in dentistry to eliminate pathogens, restore proper oxygen metabolism, increase circulation and stimulate the immune system. “It can be used as an adjunctive therapy in the treatment of periodontitis and dentinal hypersensitivity, and for cleaning and sterilizing canals during root canal treatments with no toxicity or side effects,” she adds.

Boston Dental Wellness Advanced Concepts Dental Care is located at 1842 Beacon St., Ste. 302, Brookline. For more information, call 617-868-1516 or visit BostonDentalWellness.com. See ad on page 23.

Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards. ~Søren Kierkegaard

Boxing Meets Fitness in Vitality’s Total Body Knockout

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ony Petriello has joined the training team at Vitality Personal Fitness, in Newton, to lead a new class that combines fitness with boxing and conditioning. Petriello’s Total Body Knock Out is offered in small groups every Saturday at 10:30 a.m. A Golden Glove recipient and personal trainer for more than 20 years, Petriello fuses martial arts and boxing with a strength and conditioning repertoire to provide a challenging workout that improves speed, agility, hand-eye coordination, footwork, balance and endurance.

Tony Petriello

“Tony is energetic and fun, and he loves to help people train hard,” says Vitality owner and trainer Shayleen Pastick. “This is a great opportunity for our clients to get professional attention from a seasoned fitness professional.” Pastick says that Vitality fitness enthusiasts can enjoy safe, effective workouts without having to make a big financial commitment. Visitors can take their first class at Vitality for $20, and small-group training packages are also available.

“Anyone who comes to the Total Body Knock Out class should bring a water bottle and grab a free towel on the way into the studio because they’re going to need it,” advises Pastick. “If they have wraps and gloves they should bring those, too.”

Vitality Personal Fitness is located at 118 Needham St., Newton. For more information, call 617-620-3585 or visit VitalityPersonalFitness.com. See ad on page 6. natural awakenings

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newsbriefs Free Seminar on Homeopathy at Sollievo in Cambridge

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ollievo Massage and Bodywork, in North Cambridge, will present a free homeopathy seminar from 4 to 5:30 p.m. on January 29. Practitioner Heather Budd will lead the seminar to help participants change their ideas about symptoms and disease, understand the difference between acute and chronic illness, learn about home remedies, and strengthen their immune systems by managing areas of susceptibility.

“Heather’s presentation will allow people to better understand homeopathy,” says Sollievo co-owner Laura Barricelli. “It will give them insight into what homeopathy is and where, if they are interested, they can find a homeopathic practitioner.”

Barricelli says that homeopathy is a holistic, person-centered method of healing that, as in Eastern medicine, addresses disharmony at the physical, mental and energetic levels. Homeopathy also harnesses the medicinal properties of flora, fauna and mineral substances from all over the world. Budd, who practices homeopathy in Cambridge, has helped clients with injuries, common colds, allergies, Lyme disease, ADD/ADHD, depression and women’s health issues. She and fellow homeopaths published a book of success stories called Homeopathy: Stories of Healing.

Sollievo Massage and Bodywork is located at 2285 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge. For more information, call 617-354-3082 or visit Sollievo.org. See ad on page 29.

Free Mini-Reiki Sessions at Medford Whole Foods Market

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eiki practitioner and holistic health coach Christabeth Ingold of Soulfully Nourishing is offering free 10-minute Reiki treatments every other Tuesday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., beginning January 10 at the Whole Foods Market in Medford. “I want people to experience Reiki, whether they’ve had it before and would love more treatments, or want to experience its wonderful benefits for the first time,” says Ingold.

“‘Rei’ means ‘universal life’ and ‘ki’ means ‘energy,’” Ingold explains. She says that Reiki is used Christabeth Ingold to help heal people physically, emotionally and spiritually. “Reiki can help with overall well-being, pain management and relaxation, and it allows for the body’s natural healing process,” says Ingold. “I use it for my own healing as well.”

As a holistic health coach, Ingold supports her clients in making healthier food and lifestyle choices to help them connect more to their minds and bodies.

She offers a free initial health consultation to new clients.

For more information, call Christabeth Ingold at 413-204-8802 or visit SoulfullyNourishing.com. Whole Foods Market is located at 2151 Mystic Valley Pkwy., Medford.

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newsbriefs Business Mentor Seeks to Help Entrepreneurs

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Home Delivery of Healthy Meals

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ealthy Habits Kitchen (HHK), of Wellesley, now offers home delivery of its all-natural, nutritionally balanced meal kits throughout Boston and the Metro West areas. HHK creates its meal kits using local farmers’ market produce and which contain everything needed to cook a nutritionally balanced, restaurant-quality meal in less than 30 minutes. “The kits include protein, chopped vegetables, pre-made sauce, and spices so there’s no grocery shopping, chopping or meal planning required,” says HHK Darketing Director Carol Arnold. “We know that people want to eat healthy, but a lack of time often gets in the way.”

Arnold says that the new delivery service allows people to stock up on several weeks’ worth of meals by freezing them until the night before they are needed. “HHK customers can now receive their meals on their doorstep instead of driving to Wellesley or the farmers’ market,” says Arnold. “By making healthy eating more convenient, we can help people to achieve their New Year’s resolutions.”

For more information, call 781-2356325 or visit HealthyHabitsKitchen. com.

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ome-based-business mentor Pam Pearson wants to help women start their own businesses in the health and wellness field. Pearson is a former corporate executive with more than 20 years of experience developing, launching and running companies.

Blending a community of like-minded women with a solid business model, Pearson aims to help women to create and run their own businesses, generate additional income and become financially independent.

“I’m passionate about mentoring women and Pam Pearson empowering them to achieve their dreams,” she says.

“This requires more than just learning the nuts and bolts of business. It requires action, plus passion, plus vision. We’re entering a new year and it’s a great time to enter a new business venture.”

Pearson says that the number of self-employed women is on the rise in today’s economy, and the health and wellness industry is an exploding market that offers entrepreneurs a new and ripe opportunity. “Whether you are starting a new business or looking to expand an existing one, partnering with the right people is key,” she says. “Having someone who knows the ropes helps you get started with a solid plan and avoid common start-up mistakes.” Pearson adds that working with a mentor allows people to leverage existing business knowledge, training and materials, which saves time and money and increases the likelihood of success.

To learn more contact Pam Pearson at 978-877-6122 or Pam@WealthyHealthy Women.com, or visit WealthyHealthyWomen.com. See ad on page 21.

Free Introduction to Reiki in Woburn

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eiki master and registered nurse Kate Genovese invites the public to an open house at her new practice, Woburn Reiki Associates, from 1 to 5 p.m. on January 14. The afternoon event features an introduction to Reiki along with take-home handouts and free minihands-on treatments. Genovese says her mission is to educate the public about the value of this gentle healing art as a form of alternative medicine that helps with daily anxiety and other ills.

“I believe that Reiki helps the body, mind and spirit Kate Genovese and brings a natural form of relaxation,” says Genovese.

“As a registered nurse for over 30 years, I believe sickness can be caused by day-to-day stress, and that Reiki can help prevent illnesses and promote well-being.” Reiki, which taps into energy that already exists in the body, can address both chronic and acute conditions, Genovese adds. “Reiki can gently and powerfully promote balance in all the body systems, and it can be used in conjunction with traditional medical practices.”

For more information, call 781-883-4711 or visit Woburn-Reiki.com. See ad on page 5.

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newsbriefs 52 Small Changes for the New Year

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rett Blumenthal, CEO of Sheer Balance/Be Healthy, Inc., is pleased to announce the debut of her new book, 52 Small Changes. Available January 3 in Kindle and print versions, the book outlines one small change for each week of the year, covering such areas as nutrition, exercise, stress management, mental wellness and the home environment. “Most everyone vows at some point to make a major life change, and the New Year is a popular time for that,” says Blumenthal, a wellness coach and award-winning writer. “But change is easier said than done, especially when it comes to better managing our wellness amidst the chaos of everyday living.”

Blumenthal says that while her method is not a quick fix, it is simple and practical. “It’s the small changes that are the most realistic,” she says. “Instead of trying to overhaul our lifestyles all at once, we can make changes at an easy, manageable pace for lasting results.” 52 Small Changes will be available for purchase on Amazon.com and BarnesAndNoble.com.

For more information, call 617-395-4152 or visit SheerBalance.com or BeHealthyBoston.com.

January Discounts and RSI Treatments at Arlington Reiki

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enis Dettling Kalthofer, licensed massage therapist and co-owner of Arlington Reiki Associates, is pleased to announce special discounts for the month of January. Clients can receive reduced fees on Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI) treatments and consultations, on-site work station evaluations, therapeutic massage, craniosacral therapy, myofascial release and Reiki energy healing. Those who book three treatments can receive a fourth one free in January.

Dettling Kalthofer, a nationally certified ergonomic consultant and Reiki master, is also offering his DVD, 5 Steps to Healing and Preventing Repetitive Stress Injuries. It includes stretches, self-massage and other self-care tips. “Thirteen years ago I developed carpal tunnel syndrome in both hands during my massage therapy training and I completely healed from it without surgery,” says Dettling Kalthofer. “I developed a comprehensive program for healing and preventing such injuries based on my own research and training.” His repetitive use injury therapy combines gentle stretching with massage therapy. Treatments and consultations at Arlington Reiki Associates are customized to meet the needs of each client.

Arlington Reiki Associates is located at 366 Massachusetts Ave., Ste. 304, Arlington. For more information, call 781-648-9334 or visit ArlingtonReiki.com.

New Meeting Place for Arlington Helping Professionals

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he Arlington Helping Professionals Alliance (AHPA) has a new meeting place. This support and informational group for helping professionals in and around Arlington will now meet monthly at the Theosophical Society.

“We’re delighted to be at the newly renovated Theosophical Society,” says AHPA organizer Herb Pearce.

“The space is beautiful and serene, the perfect setting for our group.”

AHPA provides support, information and inspiration to acupuncturists, psychotherapists, life coaches, energy healers, Enneagram teachers, massage therapists, reflexologists and other wellness practitioners. Doctors and health and computer specialists also attend the meetings, which include a presentation and time for practitioners to share marketing tips, business promotional techniques and upcoming events. Meetings are held the first Thursday of every month from 12:15 to 2 p.m. and membership is open to all practitioners treating the mind, body and spirit. The next meeting will take place on January 5.

For more information, visit ArlingtonHelpingProfessionals. org or contact Herb Pearce at 781648-3737 or HerbPearce.com. The Theosophical Society is located at 21 Maple St., Arlington.

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newsbriefs January Restaurant Events Benefit Greater Boston Food Bank

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wo special events to benefit The Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB) will take place in January. On January 25, the Four Seasons Hotel Boston will host its annual GBFB fundraiser at 6 p.m. The theme of this year’s event is “Around the World in Flavors.” Guests will receive passports upon arrival and have them stamped by “countries” featuring the flavors and beverages of a particular chef’s restaurant.

During the weekend of January 28 and 29, restaurants throughout the greater Boston area will donate their time, food and services to offer special brunches for the benefit of GBFB. Gift certificates and tickets for the Four Seasons event may be purchased online after January 3. More information and a list of participating restaurants can be found at gbfb.org/superhungermonth. All proceeds from these events will benefit GBFB.

“These events allow people to eat well and support us at the same time,” says GBFB Public Relations Manager Stacy Wong. “We’re trying to end hunger here in our own communities across eastern Massachusetts.”

The Four Seasons Hotel Boston is located at 200 Boylston St., Boston. For more information, call 617-598-5067 or visit gbfb.org.

A Workshop to Tune Up New Year Intentions

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anet Kessenich, founder and president of Spiral Energies, will present a workshop called “Tuning Up Your Intentions: An Experiential Workshop” on January 14 at The Women’s Well, in Concord. Kessenich says the workshop, which runs from from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., will help participants begin 2012 with a means to activate and manifest their New Year’s resolutions and intentions. “I’ll help them to set and fine-tune these resolutions for change and transformation in their lives,” she says.

Janet Kessenich

Kessenich, who is based in Watertown, offers healing treatments, workshops and presentations at her Spiral Energies healing practice. This is her first time teaching at The Women’s Well, which has offered support and workshops for women since the 1990s. “The strength and power of the circle at Women’s Well is the perfect energy for this workshop,” says Kessenich. “Participants will deepen their connection with their own intentions and support each other, and various meditation and vibrational experiences will promote clarity.” Participants can register for the workshop at WomensWell.org.

The Women’s Well is located at 120 Commonwealth Ave., Concord. To contact Janet Kessenich, call 617-926-4155 or visit SpiralEnergies.com.

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newsbriefs Overcome Emotional Eating and Reduce Stress

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tress management coach Nickola Turner presents a program to overcome emotional eating beginning January 14 at The Healing Center in Arlington.

Turner will use scientifically proven, heartcentered, stressmanagement techniques and biofeedback Nickola Turner to identify and manage emotional eating patterns. Participants will meet one-on-one with Turner before attending the four group sessions on January 18 and 25 and February 1 and 8.

“This time of year, many people are making resolutions and this is the missing piece that will ensure success,” says Turner. “Most know the ‘what’ of healthy eating, but I give them the ‘how’ in the form of tools that make the lifestyle changes permanent by overcoming emotional eating habits.”

Turner says that participants will learn heart-centered stress-management techniques to reduce emotional eating and help with insomnia, high blood pressure and test performance. “It’s reported that nearly 90 percent of all visits to health-care providers result from stress-related disorders,” Turner notes. “Stress has been implicated as a precursor in heart disease, cancer and diabetes.” Turner says that her coaching program will help people to harness the power of their heart/brain communication to reduce the stress response, stop emotional eating and manage anxiety and depression.

For more information and to register call 617-680-1134 or visit NickolaTurner.com. natural awakenings

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Science Confirms Benefits of Herbal Brews

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njoy your next cup of herbal tea while toasting to better health. U.S. Department of Agriculture-funded researchers have confirmed the science-based health benefits of three of Americans’ favorite herbal teas.

Chamomile tea has long been said to soothe a troubled belly and restless mind. After reviewing scientific literature on the herb’s beneficial bioactivity, the study team published an article in Agricultural Research describing test-tube evidence that the beverage also offers moderate antimicrobial and significant anti-platelet-clumping action. They found that peppermint tea also shows significant antimicrobial, plus antiviral, antioxidant and antitumor actions, and even some antiallergenic potential. After reviewing human clinical trials, the researchers further reported that drinking hibiscus tea lowered blood pressure in a group of pre-hypertensive and mildly hypertensive adults.

The Power of Good Posture

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other’s warnings against slouching were correct. Recent research proves that poor posture not only makes a bad impression, it can make us feel physically weaker. The study, published in the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, explored the relationship of posture and pain tolerance and found that by simply adopting more dominant poses, individuals can feel more powerful, in control and better able to tolerate distress. More, those studied using the most dominant posture were able to comfortably tolerate more pain than others assigned a more neutral or submissive stance.

People tend to curl up into a ball when in pain, but the University of Southern California researchers recommend doing the opposite—try sitting or standing up straight, lifting the chin, pushing out the chest and generally expanding the body shape.

They suggest that these small, yet empowering, changes in behavior can decrease sensitivity to pain. Adopting a powerful posture may even affect the body’s hormone levels, boosting testosterone, which is associated with increased pain tolerance, and decreasing cortisol, typically released in response to stress.

Self-Care: The Art of the Bath

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or sore muscles, sleeping difficulty or stress relief, a warm (not hot) bath may be just the thing. Enhance the experience by making sure that the room temperature is comfortably warm, lighting a few candles, playing soothing music, and adding therapeutic bath salts.

Create homemade bath salts in advance by mixing two cups of Epsom salts and one cup of sea salt in a large bowl. Add just a few drops of essential oil for aromatherapy (such as lavender oil for relaxation, mint oil for energy or eucalyptus oil for cold/ flu relief). If the goal is skin softening and conditioning, glycerin may be included. A few drops of food coloring may also be added for color.

Once the ingredients are thoroughly mixed and all clumps have been broken up, add one-half cup of baking soda and mix again. For extra detoxifying properties, double or triple the amount of baking soda (and use warmer water for the bath).

Spread the mixture on sheets of wax paper and allow it to dry thoroughly.

Store bath salts in an airtight container (preferably glass) to prevent re-clumping. For a standard-sized bathtub, simply dissolve one-half cup of the salts under running water, and enjoy the oasis you’ve created for yourself!

Source: Sollievo Massage and Bodywork, Cambridge. For more information, visit Sollievo.org.

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Going Out Green

New Mortuary Practices Reduce Mercury Pollution Resomation, Ltd., in Glasgow, Scotland, has invented a new alkaline hydrolysis unit as a green alternative to cremation. Founder Sandy Sullivan plans to install the first one in America at the Anderson-McQueen Funeral Home, in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Mercury from dental fillings vaporized in crematoria has been blamed for up to 16 percent of British airborne mercury emissions, and many facilities there are fitting costly mercury filtration systems to meet reduced emission targets.

The device dissolves the body in heated, pressurized, alkaline water.

Makers claim the process produces one-third less greenhouse gas than cremation, uses one-seventh of the energy and allows for complete separation of mercury-laden dental amalgam for safe disposal.

Sullivan, a biochemist, says tests have proven the effluent is sterile, contains no DNA and poses no environmental risk. He believes it can rival cremation for cost. The technology has been legalized in seven states to date.

Another green alternative, Promession, is under development

by Swedish Biologist Susanne WiighMasak. It involves a fully automated machine that removes the body from the coffin and freezes it with liquid nitrogen. Vibrating breaks the corpse into fragments, which are then dried, refined and filtered to remove dental amalgam and other metals. The remains are then automatically poured into a biodegradable container for shallow burial.

Wiigh-Masak likens the process to composting, in which organic materials convert to soil within weeks. She says that 60 countries around the world have expressed interest in the technology.

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Resilient Communities

Volunteerism Remains Strong in America More than 60 million Americans volunteered 8 billion hours of their services in 2010, holding steady with the previous year, according to the latest report by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS), released late last year. Communities are benefiting from their work in mentoring and tutoring youth, fundraising and providing food, transportation and general labor,

including disaster relief.

“Every day, volunteers of all ages are giving their time and talents to solve problems and make our country stronger,” says Robert Velasco II, acting CEO of CNCS. He observes that civic involvement increases as people become more deeply rooted in their communities through family, work and school ties.

The members of Generation X (born 1965 to 1981) are volunteer stars, having contributed 2.3 billion hours in 2010, 110 million more than the year before. Teen volunteer rates were also up from 2002 through 2010, compared to 1989. A Volunteering in America report attributes this to emphasis on service-learning in high schools, the influence of parents that volunteer, social networking and the ease of finding opportunities via the Internet.

To find local volunteer opportunities by category, visit Serve.gov or AllForGood.org.

Future Fuels

U.S. Renewable Energy Surpasses Nuclear Beginning in 2011, renewable energy production in the United States surpassed nuclear production in overall quantity and percentage. As a percentage of total U.S. energy generation, renewables are steadily, if modestly, gaining. California’s leadership goal targets the utilization of 33 percent renewable energy sources by 2020.

Hydroelectric, geothermal, solar/photovoltaic, wind and biomass combined make up a growing segment of the mix: 11.7 percent as of June 2011, surpassing nuclear at 11.1 percent. For the same period in 2010, nuclear was 11.6 percent, and renewable was 10.6, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

Forbes reports that many environmentalists, however, think that the two prominent technologies that currently make up much of the renewables sector—hydroelectric power, at 35 percent, and biomass, at 48 percent—are the least attractive. (Wind is the third-largest, at 13 percent of renewable, 1.5 percent of the total.)

Large-scale hydroelectric power production has harmful impacts on river ecosystems and has become less popular in the developed world. As for biomass, each of the many types of feedstock must be evaluated individually for its emissions profile, water footprint and other considerations, such as whether farm fields or forests need that material to decompose in place in order to retain soil or ecosystem function.

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The holidays have come and gone and a new year is here, heralded by a mailbox still engorged with resource-wasting, old and new catalog clutter. Altogether, some 20 billion catalogs are mailed annually, to the frustration of Earth-conscious shoppers. According to the nonprofit ForestEthics, the average American will spend the equivalent of eight months of their life dealing with junk mail. We all can save valuable time, conserve America’s forests, ease up on overflowing landfills, and reduce fuel and other materials wasted on unwanted catalogs by following these simple tips.

1. Ditch duplicate mailings. If you receive multiples of a catalog you like, call and ask the company to remove the extra listing.

2. Delete your address. The Direct Marketing Association (dmaChoice.org) will add your name to a “delete” list for direct marketers through its Mail Preference Service. It’s free online, or $1 by mail.

3. Sign up with a service. Options available for a modest fee include Catalog Choice.org, StopTheJunkMail.com and 41Pounds.org.

4. Switch to email. Most retailers can email promotion and sale notifications, with links to their websites and digital catalogs.

5. Recycle catalogs after browsing. If the local recycling program doesn’t accept them, search Earth911.org by Zip code to find the nearest facility that does.

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Rolfing Structural Integration Digs Deep to Restore Balance An Alternative Healing Method for the Body

by Linda Sechrist

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olfing Structural Integration, although less well known than massage, has the ability to restore lasting balance in the body. Its rise in popularity has been seen particularly among those in search of relief from imbalances resulting from physical injury, illness and the pull of gravity. Unlike massage, Rolfing Structural Integration has a hands-on approach wholly focused on the fascia, the protective layer of muscle and various connective tissues throughout the body.

Fascia surrounds our muscles, bones and organs; it shapes muscles and gives structure to the body. Rolfing structurally changes the body by shortening or lengthening fascia. It does this through a series of 10 weekly sessions of one hour each, performed by a certified Rolfer or Rolfing practitioner.

A structural integrator’s education and certification may come from one of several schools. Certified Rolfers, however, all have trained at the Rolf

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Institute of Structural Integration (RISI), established by Dr. Ida P. Rolf, founder of this holistic system of soft-tissue manipulation and movement education that organizes the whole body in gravity. RISI and the Guild for Structural Integration are the best known, having been around for several decades. Both are headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, and each employs teachers who studied with Rolf.

According to Faraday Melchoir of the Guild for Structural Integration, structural integration’s series of progressive sessions is what sets it apart from other healing modalities. “Each session builds upon the last and balances the body in segments,” Melchoir explains. “Sessions one through three begin with a focus on the upper body and diaphragm, move on to the foot and lower leg and then to the lateral sides. During sessions four through six the Rolfing practitioner works on the inside of the leg, focuses on the stom-

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ach and the relationship between the muscles, rectus abdominis and psoas, and then moves on to the back of the body, head and neck, followed by the upper and lower areas of the pelvic girdle.” The final session covers the whole body.

Simplifying Melchoir’s explanation, Jazmine Fox-Stern, a certified Rolfer who trained at RISI, notes how vertical alignment generally is achieved by balancing the body from front to back, side to side, top to bottom and inside out. “While most clients receive once-a-week sessions for 10 consecutive weeks, some prefer fewer sessions or a little more time for personal integration and adaptation of the results of this therapy,” says Fox-Stern, who emphasizes that the system of the 10-session series is adapted to the needs and limitations of each person.

Being the miracle that it is, the human body, in the daily course of events, will automatically accommo-

date and adjust to various misalignments by shortening and tightening its fascia. Resulting imbalances may manifest as stiffness, discomfort or a loss of energy experienced as a result of inefficient movement.

Upon the release and lengthening of affected fascia, the body is freed to return to its structurally optimal position and consequently requires less energy to move about. Good posture thus becomes effortless, breathing is easier and the body can once again enjoy greater flexibility, improved coordination, increased breathing capacity and more energy.

The results of structural integration last. “After a Rolfing Ten Series, the new groove is established well enough that it’s easy to avoid falling back into the same old uncomfortable ‘posture rut,’” explains Fox-Stern, who has offices in Boston and Cambridge. As a result, additional work may be required only in the event of a later accident, lengthy illness or heightened emotional stress.

Once stereotyped as a painful process too intense for those frail of body or faint of heart with a low threshold for pain, today’s practice of Rolfing has moved well beyond its former image while still producing profound results.

The key is an educated touch acquired in part from intensive study of anatomy and physiology.

Fox-Stern reflects on the early years of Rolfing Structural Integration. “It was popularized at a time when people believed that the more intense the experience, the more therapeutic it was,” she says. “Rolfing was described as painful in order to differentiate it from a soothing massage, and to emphasize how it profoundly it impacted the body. Today, Rolfers are much better at achieving their therapeutic goals with more grace and less force. Rolfing does not need to be painful to be effective.”

For more information, call The Rolf Institute of Structural Integration at 800530-8875 or visit Rolf.org; or call The Guild for Structural Integration at 303447-0122, email GSI@RolfGuild.org or visit RolfGuild.org.. In the Boston area, call Jazmine Fox-Stern at 617-308-7104 or visit BostonBodyBalance.com. natural awakenings

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ergy medicine and healing techniques.

The U.S. government established the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) in 1992, under the auspices of the National Institutes of Health, to investigate and evaluate promising unconventional medical practices. In the 21st century, it’s been picked up more widely under the concept of integrative medicine, in which conventional medical and more natural therapies are used to complement one another. This encouraging development also reflects current trends among major categories of therapies that take body, mind and spirit into account.

Acupuncture/Traditional Chinese Medicine

ALTERNATIVE

GOES MAINSTREAM Today’s Complementary Trends Support Natural Health Care

by Kathleen Barnes

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aven’t we all at some time shifted to more healthy foods, enjoyed a massage, consulted with a chiropractor or naturopath, popped a vitamin C supplement or attended a yoga, Tai chi, qigong or Pilates class? Many of us also meditate regularly and pray for sick friends and relatives.

If we’ve engaged in any of these activities, we are among the nearly two-thirds of Americans that use complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies each year. While these approaches to wellness have been practiced for millennia, it’s only been in the past decade or so that they have begun to move from the U.S. alternative fringe into the American mainstream.

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therapies is due to a confluence of three trends: a growing body of credible scientific research that supports their effectiveness; popular demand for these natural, non-invasive and effective therapies; and growing recognition by conventional practitioners that healing is accomplished through holistic treatments that address body, mind and spirit.

Signs of the Times

Today, even the staid American Medical Association recommends a multivitamin supplement for virtually everyone; you can find a yoga class in almost any YMCA or community college; prestigious medical schools have departments of complementary and alternative medicine; and some hospitals are encouraging their staff to become proficient in en-

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Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) requires a dramatic mental shift away from symptomrelated modalities of Western medicine.

Here, one’s wellness and illness is based on managing the flow of energy, or chi (pronounced CHEE), through the body. TCM has been used in China and others parts of Asia for 5,000 years.

Its core concept requires that the practitioner treat the underlying causes of disease, rather than just the symptoms.

TCM has now become foundational in modern thinking as well, prompting an understanding that the entire organism— body, mind and spirit—must be addressed in order for healing to take place.

“Homotoxicology is the most exciting trend in TCM today,” says Jonathan Wald, an acupuncture physician and academic dean of East West College of Natural Healing, in Sarasota, Florida. He explains: “It’s a blend of homeopathy, acupuncture and herbal medicine, with allopathic diagnostic techniques.” Homotoxicology (sometimes called biopuncture) applies herbal and homeopathic solution injections at specifically related energy meridian points to relieve various disease conditions or pain and rebalance the body.

Another promising development is use of the Ryodaraku machine that measures electrical resistance to identify diseases in their beginning stages, affording early treatment. “I think of Ryodaraku almost as a TCM form of a blood test,” says Wald. “It helps us see what’s going on and we can often correct it with a

little electrical stimulation pen.”

Today, TCM and Western allopathic medicine are being considered in concert more often as practitioners find practical common ground in hospitals and clinical settings throughout the United States.

Energy Therapies

Current energy therapies comprise a broad range of hands-on healing modalities, ranging from Reiki, Healing Touch and Emotional Freedom Techniques (tapping), to an increasing array of hybrids. The Energy Medicine Institute (EnergyMed.org), in Ashland, Oregon, notes that energy medicine can employ a variety of non-invasive methods intended to trigger the body’s natural healing powers, working to activate energies that have become weakened, disturbed or unbalanced.

According to the institute, flow, balance and harmony can be restored and maintained within an energy system by tapping, massaging, pinching, twisting or connecting specific energy points (known as acupoints) on the skin; tracing or swirling the hand over the skin along specific energy pathways; exercises or postures designed for specific energetic effects; focused use of the mind to alter specific energies; and/or surrounding an area with healing energies (one person’s energies impact another’s).

Nicolas Ortner, founder of The Tapping Solution, calls this Emotional Freedom Techniques-based energy modality, “…a combination of ancient Chinese acupressure and modern psychology.” By tapping on meridian points of the body while repeating certain helpful affirmations about health or emotional situations, energetic blockages can be removed, allowing profound physical and emotional changes to take place.

Ortner is excited about the growing awareness of self-guided healing through energy modalities, including his technique. “We had 350,000 people at our online Tapping World Summit last year,” he says. “That says something about the need that we are fulfilling.”

Herbalism

Herbalism is widely practiced worldwide to heal body and mind, and herbs and other plants are sometimes used in spiritual healing. Herbs are commonly prescribed by conventional physicians in Europe. In 1978, the German Commission E published a list of more than 300 herbs, noting research attesting to their safety and effectiveness, as well as possible side effects and drug interactions.

The United States has lagged in its acceptance of herbal interventions.

Still, Susun Weed, founder of the Wise Woman Center, in Woodstock, New York, and author of four herbal books, including Healing Wise, points out that drug companies have been quick to isolate various herbal medicine components and market them as prescription drugs.

“In the ’60s, I discovered that the weeds in my garden were better medicinal plants than the ones I intentionally planted,” recalls Weed.

“Back then, there was a general belief that these alternative systems weren’t ‘real’ medicine.” But it’s more a matter of the Western world catching up with the rest of the world, she notes. “The World Health Organization says that 90 percent of the health care given on this planet is given by women in their own homes, using local plants.”

Weed reports that across the United States, attendance at herbal conferences has soared. Herbalism is a big idea whose time has come again, and is now being rewoven into family life. “I call it re-weaving the healing cloak of the ancients,” she says. “This is evolutionary medicine.”

Homeopathy

Homeopathy, operating on the principle of “like treats like,” involves the use of highly diluted substances to trigger the body’s natural process of healing. According to The Society of Homeopaths, “A substance which causes symptoms when taken in large doses, can be used in small amounts to treat those same symptoms.”

For example, drinking too much coffee can cause sleeplessness and agitation. Thus, when caffeine is made into a homeopathic medicine, it could be used to treat people with these symptoms.

Dana Ullman, author of The Homeopathic Revolution and Everybody’s Guide to Homeopathic Medicines, notes that the trend in homeopathy in the United States has its debunkers. He attributes this to establishment fears that, “If homeopathy is true, then everything about modern medicine and science is false.”

But, he adds, “The homeopathy deniers ignore or downplay the substantial body of verifying evidence from basic science and clinical research—from outcome studies, cost-effectiveness studies and epidemiological evidence.”

Meditation and Related Therapies

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention note that 90 percent of all doctor office visits are related to stress.

Meditation, breath work, guided imagery and some yoga disciplines are effective ways to slow down the mind, relieve stress and bring body , mind and spirit into balance. More than 1,000 published studies have linked various types of meditation as well as contemplative yoga to changes in metabolism, blood pressure, brain activation, stress relief and pain reduction.

Angela Wilson, assistant director of the Institute for Extraordinary Living (IEL), affiliated with the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health, in Lenox, Massachusetts, reports burgeoning interest in these therapies. “Doctors have become very interested in any practice that can help people slow down and calm down,” observes Wilson.

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A 2007 NCCAM study found that 9.4 percent of U.S. adults, more than 20 million people, had practiced meditation in the previous year.

Some of the latest IEL research provides scientific proof that Kripalu yoga (often called “meditation in motion”) can act as a buffer, “…helping people to face daily challenges without getting rocked off their feet or off their center,” says Wilson.

She is also excited about a recent Massachusetts General Hospital study.

It showed that in just eight weeks of practicing meditation, subjects experienced physiological changes in the part of the limbic system that relates to fear, resulting in less stress and anxiety.

Naturopathy

Naturopathic medicine, a general system of natural medicine, includes nutrition, herbalism, homeopathy, acupuncture and energy medicine. Its goal is to holistically address the entire organism—body, mind and spirit.

In general, naturopathic physicians are those that work to support our innate healing abilities. They universally encourage adoption of lifestyle changes

that promote optimal health.

In states where naturopathic doctors (ND) are licensed, practitioners are required to graduate from a four-year residential naturopathic medical school and pass a board examination. In states that do not license them, people that successfully complete online courses can call themselves a naturopath.

Make sure that any consulting naturopathic doctor has graduated from a residential program approved by the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (Naturopathic.org).

Carl Hangee-Bauer, current president of the national association and a doctor of naturopathy with San Francisco Natural Medicine, has long been a proponent of licensing. He observes, “Currently, 16 states license naturopaths, and the trend is toward more licensing states and inclusion in federal programs, as well as loan forgiveness.”

He believes this will bring more qualified students to the profession.

Economics is among the many incentives driving consumers to a greater awareness of the benefits of pursuing wellness, as they come to understand how major, long-term medical bills might be reduced by applying common sense, healthy lifestyle practices and other doable steps toward preventing illness in the first place. “Our practice is growing every year. People are willing to pay for quality health care,” remarks Hangee-Bauer.

Nutrition

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Nutrition comprises the time-tested foundation of health and includes foods and vitamin and mineral supplements, as well as herbs and spices. Importantly, core values about nutrition vary from culture to culture.

In the United States, the Standard American Diet (SAD) has been off-track for long enough that it has resulted in a widespread health crisis.

The problem is that, contrary to the counsel of nutrition experts, many of us

have become heavily dependent upon high-fat, high-sugar, heavily processed foods. The typical American’s diet is severely lacking in recommended vegetables, fruits and whole grains.

“The health crisis isn’t limited to the United States,” states Joshua Rosenthal, founder of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, in New York City. “Fast food and processed foods have invaded other traditional cultures, as well.

Today’s chronic diseases that plague our own population now constitute a world health crisis.”

Rosenthal is encouraged by the growing awareness of healthy eating, as taught by 19,000 graduates of his school, providing services in all 50 states and 82 countries. “We are at the beginning of a revolution,” he says.

“By 2020, people will see that the quality of our food affects everything.

Awareness and education are at the forefront of this revolution, and movements like ours are among the major catalysts for change.”

Conventional medicine seems to be becoming more open to a broad range of therapies it once peremptorily relegated to the scientific dustbin.

New research and long-term evidence proves that many of these non-invasive therapies are effective and can work hand-in-hand with conventional therapies. Individually and in

combination, they can result in healings and cures once unimaginable to traditional practitioners.

Kathleen Barnes has written 18 books, most of them on natural health and healthy living, and owns the publishing company Take Charge Books. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

Looking Forward

Overall, today’s trends in CAM therapies are positive, hopeful and helpful.

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How to Be a Good Patient

by Terri Evans

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eing a good patient is essential to any successful treatment, especially holistic treatment. Often, people seeking alternative care arrive at a practitioner’s or therapist’s office fed up with conventional treatment and confused by the lack of permanent healing, yet newly expectant of receiving quick answers and recovery. It helps if the individual understands how the two approaches differ and can even complement one another.

With conventional medical care, doctors focus on identifying the disease that is creating the symptoms affecting the patient. The goal is to halt the progression of the disease and/or sustain life.

Alternative practitioners’ goal is a patient’s overall wellness and improved quality of life. They focus on uncovering and alleviating any imbalances that are robbing the individual of their quality of life. A holistic practitioner and patient are a team with a mutual mission.

This means they can expect to spend time together completing and evaluating detailed medical histories and lifestyle information sheets, consulting and

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sharing observations, collaborating in carrying out treatment and cooperating in initial and follow-up examinations.

The personal patient/client relationship is generally more intensive than experienced with conventional services.

As with any field, it is important to check a practitioner’s credentials and educational background to ensure that he or she is qualified. It’s also vital that each service provider be a good fit for a patient’s needs, personality and circumstances.

So much information is available today via the Internet that figuring out the best combination of treatment options can be overwhelming and confusing. Informed, friendly collaboration between practitioner and patient produces the best results in restoring and even expanding overall quality of life. Here are some tips on how patients can serve their own best interests.

Take responsibility. Play an active role in improving your own health.

Become knowledgeable about options presented by a trusted practitioner.

Taking action in spite of possible fears

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gives you some sense of control.

Partner with your practitioner.

Offer regular, precise and accurate reports on your treatment’s progress. With alternative care, treatment is highly individualized and requires ongoing monitoring and adjustment to discern what is working and what isn’t. Follow and continue treatment as advised and exercise patience and compassion for yourself and your treatment team.

Take care of yourself. Eat healthy, sleep until rested and regularly engage in suitable physical activity and gentle exercise. Call whenever you need help or advice.

Stick with it. Expect incremental progress, even in the face of setbacks.

Visualize an optimum state of wellness for yourself. Past failures do not need to be repeated when you work in tandem with your practitioner partner(s). Watch for relief, then acknowledge and nurture it by being a good patient. Share all good news with your practitioner.

Don’t own the disease. Avoid scary labels and lists of symptoms in discussions with yourself and others.

You want them to visualize health right along with you.

Maintain a healthier lifestyle.

Returning to old habits may cause problems to return. Make health a priority in daily choices.

Treat your practitioner with respect. Caring natural practitioners are ready and willing to walk with you on your path of healing. Forego rants about past bad experiences and direct any complaints about lack of coverage for alternative treatment toward the insurance companies.

Remember, your success is also your natural practitioners’ success, and they are invested in answering your questions and earning your trust. Help them help you. Finally, let them know when they’re doing a good job; a little appreciation goes a long way during a day of caretaking.

Terri Evans has a worldwide practice that began in Southwest Florida in 1991. A Doctor of Oriental Medicine and licensed acupuncture physician, she is certified in many modalities of alternative medicine. Learn more at MagnifyYourHealth.org.

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SMART HEATING OPTIONS

Stay Warm and $ave

deep horizontal or 200-foot-deep vertical holes in the yard. They exchange a home’s hot and cold air underground, where the temperature remains relatively stable year-round (between 45 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit). Geothermal heat pumps are three times as efficient as a typical furnace; even the excess, known as “super heat,” can be captured to heat household water. Estimated payback on a geothermal unit is two to 10 years.

Renewable energy solar panels

Energy-efficient soapstone fireplace

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he latest edition circulation of Outdated furnaces regular of the Consumer fresh air, take bigger and boilers are Guide to Home energy-saving steps.

Energy Savings reports Here are five options bad news for that heating costs to consider, based on the environment, represent the larglocal climate, home est residential energy and budget. accounting for about sizeAir-source expense—35 to 50 heat 12 percent of U.S. percent—of annual pump: Because aboveenergy bills. Fortuground heat pumps sulfur dioxide nately, homeowners transfer heat—from and nitrogen have many fuel- and inside to outside or money-saving options vice versa—rather oxide emissions. superior to turning than create it, like a up the thermostat on conventional heating ~ Consumer Guide to an inefficient gas- or and air-conditioning Home Energy Savings oil-fueled furnace or unit, they can proboiler, using an electric vide up to four times space heater or throwing more logs into the amount of energy they consume, the old fireplace. according to the U.S. Department of

Before buying any major home Energy (DOE). They also help dehuheating equipment, it makes sense to midify indoor air, reducing the need for first fix leaks. Beef up insulation; seal air conditioning in warm months. places where heat typically escapes—

The DOE notes that such devices around windows and doors, dryer can cut energy use by 30 to 40 percent vents and cable and phone lines—and in homes that use electric heat in modmake sure heating ducts and pipes are erate climates. However, they are not working properly. Good ventilation is a good option for cold climates, where also vital in an air-sealed home, both to the amount of heat easily drawn from control moisture and prevent build-up the outdoors is greatly diminished. of indoor pollutants.

Geothermal heat pump: GeotherOnce the home is sealed against mal or ground-source heat pumps inunwanted heat loss and maintains volve loops of pipe buried in four-foot-

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Solar heat: Solar heat is either active—capturing the sun’s heat by means of solar collectors—or passive—captured via a home feature such as a sunroom with a south-facing wall that vents warm air into the home. For an existing home, an appropriately designed shed or garage can be well suited for a solar collector; otherwise, a shade-free roof space is often the best option. An active solar-heating system can be air- or water-based: the latter requires installation of a water storage tank, either in an insulated box outside or beside an existing indoor water tank.

The DOE advises that the most economic designs use an active solar heating system to supply 40 to 80 percent of a home’s heating needs. By combining such a system with passive solar design features—such as thermal walls and tile floors—families may need very little supplemental heat other than solar.

Wood stoves, pellet stoves and inserts: Traditional fireplaces look cozy, but they can send as much as 300 cubic feet per minute of a home’s precious heated air straight up the chimney.

Woodstoves, meanwhile, have come a long way, environmentally speaking.

Whether old-fashioned or modern in appearance, a contemporary woodstove can serve as an efficient space heater.

Note that materials matter. Steel

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It is not easy to find happiness in ourselves, and it is not possible to find it elsewhere.

– Agnes Repplier, The Treasure Chest

heats up and cools down quickly; soapstone continues to radiate heat long after the fire is out; and cast iron falls somewhere in the middle. Pellet stoves burn rabbit-feed-like pellets of sawdust, wood chips, crop waste and other organic materials.

The DOE considers pellet stoves the cleanest solid fuel-burning residential heating appliances; so efficient (78 to 85 percent) that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency exempts them from smoke testing. Pellet stoves can be freestanding, or pellet stove inserts can be fitted to an existing fireplace. With airtight doors, temperature controls and easy loading and cleaning capabilities, fireplace inserts readily turn an energy-wasting fireplace into an efficient home-heating machine.

Radiant heat: Radiated heat—distributed through a home’s floors, walls or ceiling panels, as opposed to baseboard panels, steam radiators or forced air systems—is efficient, doesn’t aggravate allergies and can complement a variety of heating systems, including gas- or oil-powered boilers and solar water heaters if it’s a hydronic (liquid) model. With hydronic radiant floors, the most efficient and popular method, heated water flows from the boiler to specialized underlying tubing that is either embedded in concrete or seated between layers of subflooring.

One downside: a radiant floor can’t be covered with carpet. But with all that toastiness underfoot, why would anyone want to?

Brita Belli is the editor of E-The Environmental Magazine and author of The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Renewable Energy for Your Home.

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Conserve, Update and Integrate for Smarter Heating

While renewable technologies present the clear advantages of longer-term energy savings, sustainable resources and reduced pollution, they also offer more predictable energy costs, and these new technologies can be integrated with high-efficiency, non-renewable solutions. For example, combining a highefficiency gas or oil boiler with solar thermal energy can lower heating costs by more than 50 percent. Solar thermal energy can also augment heating systems by producing hot water even on cloudy days.

Such incentives, savings and personal and social benefits make upgrading

home and commercial heating systems an attractive and intelligent option. Integrating old and new energy technologies makes sense economically and ecologically, and there are many financing solutions, including zero percent financing through government and private programs, to make the up-front costs less daunting and more manageable.

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s energy costs continue to rise, conservation efforts and “greener� innovations become even more crucial for homeowners, business owners and the world at large. Smarter heating of homes and commercial buildings is now possible because of increased efficiency and combining among renewable and non-renewable energy technologies in the last few years. These advances help to conserve energy and reduce dependency on fossil fuels without completely abandoning non-renewable sources. In addition, government-driven incentives, such as federal and state tax credits, energy-efficiency rebates promoted

by Mass Save and renewable energy rebates from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Council, make this an affordable time to upgrade heating systems and adopt high-efficiency solutions.

Geothermal heating and cooling is one of the most energy-efficient options for homes and commercial buildings.

As installation costs rapidly decrease, people can benefit significantly from the available rebates and credits, and the 30 percent federal tax credit can cover installation costs. Additional credits and rebates can help to offset any premiums over traditional energy system costs, making the up-front costs of adopting a geothermal energy system only a few thousand dollars more expensive. Most homeowners and commercial-building owners who switch to geothermal energy will see savings in heating and cooling costs within two to three years, depending on their circumstances. natural awakenings

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r. Julie Burke of Newton Chiropractic and Wellness Centre, became a chiropractor in 1988 because she herself was healed by the practice. About three years later she trained in Network Spinal Analysis (NSA), a kind of chiropractic care that addresses neural tension along the spine. Burke says that what she experienced while receiving NSA transformed her practice. Natural Awakenings wanted to know more about NSA and Burke’s own healing journey.

understand tension not only in the bones and muscles but also along the spinal cord itself. Tension in any of these areas can be created by physical, emotional or chemical stressors or injury. The analysis shows us what is pulling where and when, and it gives us immediate feedback as to when the body has resolved the tension in that area. So it helps us to be more thoughtful and thorough in our treatment.

What was it about NSA that impressed you as a chiropractor?

I’d look at lifestyle issues, like whether a person’s drinking too much coffee and not enough water, whether they eat fruits and vegetables, and whether they’re sitting bent over a desk all day and not exercising. Some folks may be doing all the right things but they’re taking a supplement that’s not absorbable or their stress level is too high. At that point, we really have to look at what lifestyle practices need to change and can change. If there’s a muscular component to the issue, we refer patients to massage treatment that’s coordinated with our care. The NSA then helps the nervous system to communicate better with the body for healing.

With NSA I felt a sense of peace that was beyond what I’d experienced with traditional chiropractic. I actually felt like my ability to manage stress increased profoundly. I was more relaxed as a person, and that was a profound shift. I could also breathe better, and I was more flexible and calm.

Can you explain the mechanics of NSA? It’s a series of gentle chiropractic adjustments using a very specific analysis.

NSA allows us to read the body and

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What do you do if those stressors you named are causing the problem?

We also have classes to teach people what we’re doing and why, so they’re more engaged in the process.

You advertise an antioxidant scan for new patients. What is that?

It’s a machine that you put your hand in front of and it uses light technology to measure how many carotenoids you have in your system, which is the biggest indicator of how protected you are with antioxidants and how well your body would fight cancer and other diseases. Someone whose numbers are low would then make dietary changes and we’d monitor the person again in 60 days and see if they were able to make changes. What’s great is that when patients know they’re going to follow up they start to do things like eat fruits and vegetables and lose weight, because when the body’s overweight it creates more oxidative stress.

Why did you choose this career?

I’ve been motivated to do healing work since I was a child. There was a lot of illness in my family and, when my mom fell ill, they used a combination of holistic and traditional medicine. So I had all this exposure to nutrition and macrobiotic eating and healthy habits because of my mom’s illness. Later, I went to Boston College and planned to go to medical school. During that time, I was injured as a gymnast and I faced the choice between painkillers that would knock me out or chiropractic. I appreciated the logic behind working with the body’s own healing abilities.

Today, I want to help people understand how powerful their body is in healing itself, so that they don’t have to just accept that they are going to break down over time or be on pharmaceutical drugs later in life. It’s amazing how much the body can correct on its own with just a little adjustment.

Dr. Julie Burke practices at Newton Chiropractic and Wellness Centre, 345 Boylston St., Suite 300, in Newton Centre. For more information call 617964-3332 or visit WellAdjusted.com.

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In Woburn, registered nurse and Reiki master Kate Genovese uses what she calls “the gentle healing art” of Reiki to heal and nurture her patients. “I started using Reiki in 1991 when I fell upon this gentle modality and became a practitioner,” recalls Genovese, who recently opened Woburn Reiki. “As a nurse, I use this touch with many of my patients with illnesses, and even with hospice patients to help ease their pain.” Genovese says that Reiki can offer relaxation, reduced anxiety and overall well-being by promoting balance in the body. It also fosters restful sleep, she adds, and helps to restore immune function and improve circulation for overall healing.

“I use Reiki in my practice to promote pleasure as well,” says Genovese.

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“One of its greatest benefits is the opportunity for people to let go and enjoy the experience of being nurtured and cared for.”

Newton is home to the nation’s oldest acupuncture school, the New England School of Acupuncture (NESA).

The school features a teaching clinic that is open to the public, where interns in the final year of a master’s degree program in acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine treat such ailments as headaches, arthritis, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, asthma, digestive problems and women’s health issues.

“NESA integrates excellence in education with public service,” says Interim President Sue Gorman. “In the last year alone, our interns provided more than 17,000 affordable acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine treatments to the community.”

Gorman says that NESA clinic patients experience personalized care

under the supervision of experienced clinical faculty. “NESA interns take body, mind and spirit into consideration when designing the right treatment for a patient’s unique concerns,” she says. “They also provide individualized Chinese herbal medicine treatments, and our on-site dispensary is stocked with an extensive selection of herbal products.”

The NESA clinic offers patients both Chinese and Japanese acupuncture, the latter of which is characterized by particularly gentle techniques, including non-insertive needling.

Gorman says that NESA’s research department conducts ongoing studies to develop more evidence-based data on the benefits of acupuncture.

In Arlington, Madelon Hope directs the Boston School of Herbal Studies, where she and her colleagues teach students to identify medicinal plants and use them for physical and emotional health. “Modern-day herbalists are reconnecting to a time when people used local plants for medicinal purposes,” says Hope. “We’re empowering people to assume responsibility for their health, as our ancestors did.”

Hope says that the decisions people make about treating their health issues have ecological and political significance. “Pharmaceuticals are found everywhere in our environment and are designed to resist breakdown,” she says. “Medications such as antidepressants, painkillers and antibiotics are found in drinking water around the country, so we may be consuming Prozac, for example, whether we prefer to or not.”

Hope says that choosing to use herbs such as skullcap, lemon balm or linden for anxiety or mild to moderate depression will not only enhance a person’s mood, but will also keep unwanted substances from entering water and food supplies. “Medicinal plants help strengthen our bodies without overtaxing our environment,” says Hope. “They tend not to have the negative side effects associated with so many medications, and they address underlying issues rather than suppress symptoms.”

Katja Swift is the founder of the CommonWealth Center for Herbal

Medicine, in Brookline. She says that herbalism is particularly effective for treating chronic diseases that are prevalent today. “If I were in a car accident, I’d want to be taken to a hospital,” says Swift. “But for chronic health conditions like diabetes, high cholesterol, Lyme disease, and autoimmune disorders, herbs are often a better answer.” Swift explains that she and her partner Ryn Midura have helped CommonWealth clients with these and other conditions, often in cases where conventional medicine was ineffective.

“This is because herbs support the body’s innate healing processes,” Midura says. “Your body is its own best doctor, and herbs help it to heal, whether by providing specific nutrients, gently stimulating organ function, or helping to re-establish balance in the body’s ecology.” Midura says that

herbal medicine can produce deeper and longer-lasting healing than pharmaceutical or surgical interventions because it allows people to be involved in their own healing.

“Much of our work is educational,” Swift adds. “We want our clients to understand exactly what we’re recommending and why.”

For more information about: Kate Genovese, call 781-883-4711 or visit Woburn-Reiki.com, see ad on page 5; New England School of Acupuncture, call 617-558-1788 or visit NESA.edu, see ad on page 2; Madelon Hope, call 781-646-6319 or visit BostonHerbal Studies.com, see ad on page 5; and Katja Swift or Ryn Midura, call 617750-5274 or visit CommonWealth Herbs.com, see ad on page 33.

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 1 Gala First Day Concert – 3-5pm. Celebrate the New Year with beautiful music. An annual tradition, this season’s concert features Boston Baroque playing Bach’s Concerto for Two Violins, a sparkling Corelli concerto, a Handel harp concerto and more. Sanders Theatre, 45 Quincy St, Cambridge. BostonBaroque.org.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4 Natural Approaches For Healing – 6-7pm.

Ring in the New Year’s resolution with this class whether it’s to swing dance, improve cooking skills or learn French, this class will help with trying something new. $12. Boston Center for Adult Education, 122 Arlington St, Boston. 617267-4430. DrBarryTaylor.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 6 Free Basic Beading Class – 11:30am-12:30pm.

A great opportunity to get started in beading.

Learn the difference between different beads, stringing materials and findings. Free. Life’s A Bead, 404 Trapelo Rd, Belmont. 617-489-7222.

LifesABead.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 7 Boston Brain Works Open House – 9am-1pm.

Learn about how clients leave with balanced brains. Talks, tours, refreshments and plenty of time for questions and answers with the staff.

Free. Boston Brain Works, 194 Newbury St, Peabody. 978-854-5214. BostonBrainWorks.com.

Discover Mount Auburn – 1-2:30pm. A 1.5mile walking tour of one of the country’s most significant designated landscapes where the arts of horticulture, architecture and sculpture combine with the beauty of nature to create a place of comfort and inspiration. $10/

Mark Your Calendar SATURDAY, MARCH 17 Herbal Medicine Apprenticeship Program – 9-month apprenticeship program, a complete course in practical herbal medicine for beginning to intermediate students. Meet one weekend a month, March through November.

Gain confidence in the ability to care for self, family and friends with natural medicines and obtain have a solid foundation for further training in becoming a practicing clinical herbalist. $1,300/130 hrs of instruction and all materials.CommonWealth Center for Herbal Medicine, 25 Saint Mary’s Ct, Brookline. 617750-5274. CommonWealthHerbs.com.

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Mount Auburn Cemetery, 580 Mount Auburn St, Cambridge. 617-607-1982. MountAuburn.org.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 8 What Is Good Posture – 10:30am-1pm. A workshop to look at the questions of posture and alignment focusing on action rather than position and on the process of discovery rather than the goal of proper alignment. $28. The Arlington Center, 369 Mass Ave, Arlington. 781-316-0282.

ArlingtonCenter.org.

Dorchester Winter Farmers’ Market Grand Opening – 12-3pm. Liven up winter weekends with the first winter farmers’ market in a Boston neighborhood. Fresh, local farm products in a warm, indoor public space with workshops, book swaps, music, crafts and other cultural events.

Great Hall of the Codman Square Health Center, 637 Washington St, Dorchester. KickStarter.com.

MONDAY, JANUARY 9 Shamanic Journeying Meditation Circle – 7-9pm. A form of meditation that uses drumming to achieve a meditative state. The purpose of a journey is to retrieve information for change in every area of life. $25. Bliss Healing Arts, Maynard. For exact location: 508-481-2547.

BlissHealingArts.com.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 10 Mercury Toxicity and Detoxification – 4-6pm.

Join Dr. Luby for a free informational seminar regarding toxicity, how it may impact us and a summary discussion regarding the detoxification process. Groton Wellness Medical Center, 493-495 Main St, Groton. 978-449-9919.

GrotonWellness.com.

Make Your Own Natural Cleaning Products – 6-7:30pm. Please bring two old empty bottles and one jar or container. $25. Groton Wellness Medical Center, 493-495 Main St, Groton. 978449-9919. GrotonWellness.com.

Creative Arts for Cancer – 6:30-8pm. A creative group for anyone who has been touched by cancer or is in any stage of treatment. Basic art supplies will be available. Donations welcome. Center for Cancer Support & Education, 180 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington. 781-648-0312. CenterForCancer.org.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11 Shingles Vaccination Clinic – 12:30-2pm. The Arlington Health Department’s annual shingles vaccination clinic. Pre-registration and prescreening for the shingles vaccine is required. $170. Arlington Senior Center, 27 Maple St, Arlington. 781-316-3400. ArlingtonMA.gov/ Health.

Traditional Nutrition For Weight Loss: Real Food, Real Results – 7-9pm. Learn how the body uses food and how the things we eat impact health. Gain knowledge needed to learn how to get on and stay on the right path. A life-

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changing workshop. $25. CommonWealth Center for Herbal Medicine, 25 Saint Mary’s Court, Brookline. 617-750-5274. CommonWealthHerbs. com.

Introduction to Meditation – 7-9:30pm. A 5-wk class providing a useful background in meditation and spirituality. Discussions and practical exercises to help find inner peace and achieve clearer self-understanding. $120. Advaita Meditation Center, 28 Worcester Ln, Waltham.

781-647-0020. AdvaitaMeditation.org.

Bounce Back From The Holiday Sugar Blues Telecast – 8-9pm. Learn the top ways sugar is negatively affecting health and happiness, how sugar is part of the solution, how lifestyle affects cravings and the first steps to take back control.

Free. 339-545-1321. FriskyLemon.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 12 Drawing Class – 10am-2pm. Learn techniques to draw from life and imagination including line drawing, vessel drawing, 3D shading, light and shadow. 4-wk class. $150. Diablo Glass School, 123 Terrace St, Boston. 617-442-7444.

DiabloGlassSchool.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 14 Tune Up Your Intentions: An Experiential Workshop – 10am-12:30pm. Help clear the body’s energy field through meditation, inner work and the recalibrating vibration of tuning forks, singing bowls and other instruments. $20/ early registration, $25/day of. The Women’s Well, 120 Commonwealth Ave, West Concord. 978371-0469. WomensWell.org.

Lazy Man’s Yoga – 10:30am-12pm. For both men and women. It refers to the fact the receiver can be totally passive yet getting the benefit of yoga as the practitioner does all the work. Can release muscle and joints from tension, strengthen the immune system and stimulate energy lines.

Soothing or energizing depending on the need and preferences of the receiver. $10. Chestnut Hill, 397 VFW Pkwy, S Brookline. 617-325-0114.

AlexanderTec.com.

Day of Healing and Insight – 11am-4pm. A special event where top area practitioners offer healing and intuitive sessions to benefit the Theosophical Society’s Operation Funds. Sign up and reserve your practitioner and time in advance. $20/25-min session. Theosophical Society, 21 Maple St, Arlington. 617-926-4155. TSBoston. org.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 15 Tanglewood Marionettes – 11am. A performance of The Dragon King by The Tanglewood Marionettes. The story is an underwater fantasy about a wise Grandmother who ventures to the bottom of the sea in search of the Dragon King. $5/adults, $3/children under 12. Regent Theater, 7 Medford St, Arlington.

ArlingtonFamilyConnection.org.

African Dance & Drum Workshop – 1-3pm.

A fun, easeful and spirited exploration of rhythm and movement. Experience the basic rhythms of African drumming and learn simple hand drumming techniques, tuning into the calming and energizing power of the music. $45, $35/student.

Samadhi Integral Yoga, 796 Beacon St, Newton

Center. 617-243-0034. SamadhiIntegral.com.

MONDAY, JANUARY 16 14-Day Winter Resilience Detox – Online event.

Turn that bowl of jelly into a flat belly. A guided detox program to increase energy, healthier digestion, shed excess weight and clearer thinking. $125. Frisky Lemon Nutrition. 339-5451321. FriskyLemon.com.

Winter Wildlife Cruise – 11am. Cruise the outer Harbor Islands, Hingham Bay and Weir River estuary. Park rangers and experienced birders will lead this winter wildlife tour. Boat is enclosed and heated. $20/adult, $14/child 3-11, free/under 3, $50/family 4 pack. Departs from Long Wharf, Boston. 617-770-0040. BostonHarborIslands.org.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 17 Children with Special Needs Workshop – 7-8:30pm. Free workshop, for parents and teachers, on Brain Mapping and Drug Free approaches for the treatment of ADD, Autism and other special needs. Wayland Public Library, 5 Concord Rd, Wayland. 781-444-9115.

RetrainYourBrain.com.

Weight Loss Talk – 7:30-8:30pm. Learn practice tips for proper nutrition, supplements, hydration, detoxification and exercise. Free. Newton Chiropractic, 345 Boylston St, Ste 300, Newton.

617-964-3332. WellAdjusted.com.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18 Raising Young Boys – 7-8:30pm. Dr. Anthony Rao addresses the distinct challenges of raising young boys into happy and healthy young men.

Learn how to raise sons with respect to their natural development, giving them the best chance to grow into confident and healthy men. Free.

Fenn School, 516 Monument St, Concord. 978318-3606. Fenn.org.

Food & Mood: Eating To Manage Mood & Stress – 7:30-9:30pm. A discussion highlighting the use of vitamins, amino acids, herbs and other nutrients that relate to hormonal swings, ADD, ADHD, the effects of stress and how eating specific foods can make emotional and mental symptoms easier or harder to cope with. $29/ member, $34/nonmember. Boston Center for Adult Education, 122 Arlington St, Boston. 617267-4430. DrBarryTaylor.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 19 Good Fats Versus Bad Fats Cooking Class – 6-8pm. Get educated on the difference between

healthy and unhealthy fats, and learn how to cook and prepare. Food will be sampled and recipes handed out. $25. Groton Wellness, 493 Main St, Groton. 978-449-9919. GrotonWellness.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 20 Bliss Dance Meditation – 7-9pm. A moving meditation done to passionate world music in a supportive circle of community. Simple and accessible. $18/drop-in. Samadhi Integral Yoga, 796 Beacon St, Newton Center. 617-243-0034.

SamadhiIntegral.com.

An Evening of Grace – 7:30-9pm. An evening of teaching and discussion about how and when we hold the energy of non-judgment as well as a Kabalistic meditation to open heart and soul to the blessing of grace. $10. Theosophical Society, 21 Maple St, Arlington. 617-926-4155. TSBoston. org.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 21 Free Introduction To Reiki – 10am-12pm.

Meet the Reiki master teachers Ulrike and Denis Dettling Kalthofer. Listen to a lecture about Reiki and its history, experience a 20-min guided imagery and relaxation and get questions about Reiki answered. Pre-registration required as space is limited. Free. Arlington Reiki Associates, 366 Mass Ave, Ste 304, Arlington. 781-648-9334.

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Reiki I Certification Class – 10am-6pm. Learn a complete method of accessing healing energy including the hand positions and the channel opening attunements. Practice giving a complete Reiki treatment and receive one. $150. Arlington Reiki Associates, 366 Mass Ave, Ste 304, Arlington. 781-648-9334. ArlingtonReiki.com.

Network Spinal Analysis Class – 3-4pm.

Learn how to get more out of adjustments and understand how network works and helps to handle stress, improve posture and feel better all over. Get back to basics by emphasis on the inherent wisdom and healing intelligence of the body. Free. Newton Chiropractic and Wellness Centre, 345 Boylston St, Ste 300, Newton. 617964-3332. WellAdjusted.com.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25 Winesday at the Museum of Fine Arts – 5:307:30pm. Don’t just drink wine, learn to taste it.

With the help of an expert, savor a selection from a featured winery. $25. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Avenue of the Arts, 465 Huntington Ave, Boston. 617-369-3474. MFA.org.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 27 Taste Of Chocolate Festival – Jan 27-29.

Harvard Square’s finest restaurants and cafes embark upon a three-day chocolate extravaganza.

617-491-3434. HarvardSquare.com.

Awakening in Time: Practical Time Management for Those on a Spiritual Path – 7:309pm. Learn how to walk a spiritual path in the midst of time-pressured modern America. Gain helpful insights and learn useful techniques. $10.

Theosophical Society, 21 Maple St, Arlington.

617-926-4155. TSBoston.org.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 28 Be Healthy Boston 2012 – Jan 28 & 29. 7am6pm. A new kind of urban wellness retreat to help consumers wade through the plethora of health information available and introduce visitors to the best way to incorporate health and wellness into busy lifestyles. $159/2-day pass, $89/1 day, $199/late registration. Westin Boston Waterfront, 425 Summer St, Boston. 617-3954152 BeHealthBoston.com.

Reflexology Certificate Program – 9am-6pm.

Several classes thru May 20. Program covering beginner, intermediate and advanced levels with emphasis on class participation as well as independent learning. Acquire the method and importance of one on one interviewing, assessment of the feet and determination of treatment style. $1,800 plus textbook. Cortiva Institute, 103 Morse St, Watertown. 617-6682000. Cortiva.com.

The Alexander Technique for Mind & Body Stress Management – 11am-1pm. Relieve and manage your stress using this technique.

Learn to conquer your habits, release tension at will, improve your posture, reduce mental

Drum and Dance Jam – 7:30pm. An open community drum and dance jam. Bring drums and percussion instruments or just come and move to the groove. $10. Concord Masonic Temple, 58 Monument Sq, Concord. 978-371-2502.

EarthDrum.com.

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stress and prevent injury. $50. Brookline Village, 33A Harvard St, Brookline. 617-3597841. AlexanderTec.com.

Yoga of Energy Flow and The Power of Prana – 1-4pm. Experience simple but powerful ways to increase and balance the flow of pranic energy through body, mind and spirit. $50. Samadhi Integral Yoga, 796 Beacon St, Newton Center.

617-243-0034. SamadhiIntegral.com.

Thai Yoga for Partners – 1:30-3:30pm. Learn Thai yoga basics to exchange with a partner and leave totally relaxed. Come alone or with another.

No yoga experience required. $50. Brookline Village, 33A Harvard St, Brookline. 617-3597841. AlexanderTec.com.

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Breathwork – 2-4pm. Use the transformative power of the breath to still the mind, clear the emotions and deeply relax the body. Help create a more conscious connection to the spirit. $35. The Arlington Center, 369 Mass Ave, Arlington. 781316-0282. ArlingtonCenter.org.

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5pm. Breast Thermography with Anne Barker BSN, RN, LMT, CTT. Breast Cancer Screening without radiation. Due to limited availability booking your appointment in advance in highly recommended. Please call us with any questions or concerns. Groton Wellness Medical Center, 493-495 Main St, Groton. 978-449-9919.

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Children with Special Needs Workshop – 7-8:30pm. Free workshop, for parents and teachers, on Brain Mapping and Drug Free approaches for the treatment of ADD, Autism and other special needs. Wayland Public Library, 5 Concord Rd, Wayland. 781-444-9115.

RetrainYourBrain.com.

Network Spinal Analysis Class – 7:30-8:30pm.

Learn how to get more out of adjustments and understand how network works and helps to handle stress, improve posture and feel better all over. Get back to basics by emphasis on the inherent wisdom and healing intelligence of the body. Free. Newton Chiropractic and Wellness Centre, 345 Boylston St, Ste 300, Newton. 617964-3332. WellAdjusted.com.

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FOR RENT/lease SEMINAR ROOM – Perfect location for your wellness seminar or training class. Seated classroom for 30-50 people or massage table classroom for 10-12 tables. Friday, Saturday, or Sunday only. Free parking or walk from Watertown Square. New England School of Acupuncture. Call Steve: 617-558-1788 x 375.

TWO ROOMS FOR RENT OR LEASE – In a holistic therapy practice located within Sollievo Massage & Bodywork, North Cambridge.

617-354-3082.

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ongoingcalendar All Calendar events for the February issue must be received by January 10th and adhere to our guidelines. Visit NaturalAwakeningsMCMA.com for guidelines and to submit entries. cost. Fees based on sliding scale system with the patient deciding what they are comfortable paying. Green Tea Yoga, 10 Colonial Rd, Salem.

781-269-2287. NSCAcupuncture.com.

Life in the Extreme Deep Exhibit – Thru June. 9am-5pm. A photographic exhibit which showcases stunning deep-sea photographs by scientists. $9/seniors, $7/students, $6/ages 3-18, free/under 3. Harvard Museum of Natural History, 26 Oxford St, Cambridge. 617-495-3045. HMNH. Harvard.edu.

Men’s Redcord Class – 6:30-7am. A double suspension training system using the instability of the cords to condition the entire body. A great and intense workout. $20/drop-in, $90/5 classes, $170/10 classes. Every Body Pilates, 50 Leonard St, Ste 2A, Belmont. 617-484-3311.

EveryBodyPilates.com.

The Glass Flowers – Thru Mar. 9am-5pm.

The Ware Collection of glass models of plants.

Amazingly realistic models of plant species painstakingly crafted in glass from 1886-1936 by father and son German glass artists, Leopold and Rudolph Blaschka. Free with museum admission.

Harvard Museum of Natural History, 26 Oxford St, Cambridge. 617-495-3045. HMNH.Harvard.edu.

Gentle Therapeutic Yoga – 12:30pm. Be immersed in healing, community and ease with the Anusara principles of alignment. Free.

Steeped in Grace, 223 Concord Ave, Cambridge.

SteepedInGrace.com.

Yoga with Jennifer Krier – Thru Apr 1. 9:3011am. Slow flow vinyasa class designed in the elemental yoga tradition. Focuses on developing and using core awareness and strength, increasing flexibility to deepen mind-body connection. All levels welcome. $75/5 wks, $17/class. Every Body Pilates, 50 Leonard St, Ste 3A, Belmont.

617-484-3311. EveryBodyPilates.com.

Kettlebell 101 – 5:30-6:30pm. Also Tues, 2-3pm. Learn how to use the latest workout rage. Learn the proper technique for kettlebell exercises such as the Turkish get up, the swing, the clean, the windmill, the clean and press, the snatch and more. $20. Vitality Personal Fitness, 118 Needham St, Newton. 617-620-3585.

VitalityPersonalFitness.com.

Glassblowing Family Experience – 1-2pm.

Enjoy a glassblowing demonstration with the family. A truly unique experience. $15/person.

Make pendants for only $10 more per person.

Diablo Glass School, 123 Terrace St, Boston. 617442-7444. DiabloGlassSchool.com.

Community Acupuncture – Thru Dec 31, 2012.

Also Wed & Fri. by appointment. Affordable care for a healthy community. Acupuncture in a shared space, rather than private rooms enabling lower

Core Fundamentals – 12:30-1:25pm. Also Wed, 12:30-1:30pm. Learn how to effectively use free weights, your body weight, resistance tubing and cable exercises to unleash your body’s natural confidence and power. $20. Vitality Personal Fitness, 118 Needham St, Newton. 617-620-3585.

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Puppy Classes – 6:30-7:45pm. Positive training for dogs and their people. Learn how to communicate with your puppy clearly and consistently to get the behavior you want and help them learn. $150/5 wks. Pampered Pooch, 125 Beech St, Belmont. 617-448-7447.

HappyDogTrain.com.

Corpbasics’s Perfect Lines – 6:45-7:15pm. A class for conditioning and stretching and interval training isolating the thighs, hips, glutes and core. $100/10 classes, $60/5 classes, $15/drop-in.

Corpbasics Fitness & Training Club, 73 Bow St, Somerville. 617-628-8400. Corpbasics.com.

Revolution Rising Radio Show – 7pm. A fun and

entertaining Internet radio show which focuses on cutting-edge health topics such as nutrition, alternative medicine, vaccination and spirituality.

Free. WNTN Radio, 143 Rumford Ave, Newton.

617-780-1754. JamieMurphy.net.

Jam’n Cardio Kix – 7:15-8:15pm. A martial arts fitness class that puts several musical patterns together in to routines performed continuously to develop cardiovascular fitness, agility and quickness. $60/5 classes, $100/10 classes, $15/dropin. Corpbasics Fitness & Training Club, 73 Bow St, Somerville. 617-628-8400. Corpbasics.com.

Hatha Yoga at Gallery 263 – 7:15-8:30pm.

Increase flexibility, strength and balance.

Relax and recharge mind and spirit. Intelligent sequencing and attention to alignment which will challenge all levels. Emphasizes correct alignment within a flowing sequence that will leave you feeling strengthened and energized. $10. 263 Pearl St, Cambridgeport. 617-459-9817.

WatertownHolisticHealth.com.

Get Primal – 5:30-6:30am. Shape up with the 7 primal patterns of movement: squat, lunge, push, pull, bend, twist, and gait. This 8-exercise functional circuit will bolster your fitness and is a great addition to any athlete’s workout routine. $20.

Vitality Personal Fitness, 118 Needham St, Newton.

617-620-3585. VitalityPersonalFitness.com.

Yoga Flow Anusara Style – 9:30-11am. Using the anusara-inspired method, Diana CullumDugan leads a class through yoga poses that open the heart. Explore a deeper experience by way of balanced energy and optimal alignment. $18/ drop-in, $14/student/senior. Samadhi Integral Yoga Center, 796 Beacon St, Newton. 617-3932200. NamasteNutrition.net.

Yoga for Beginners – 4:30-5:30pm. A yoga class for all levels emphasizing breathing and techniques to increase strength, flexibility and balance. $10 suggested donation. First Presbyterian Church, 34 Alder St, Waltham. 781893-3087.

Tai Chi – Thru Jan 7. 6-7pm. Also Sat, 8-9am.

Learn a complete physical conditioner, a health and regenerative exercise, a way to longevity, a moving meditation, a self-defense art and a philosophical way of life that brings harmony and balance. $20/drop-in, $120/8 consecutive classes.

Groton Wellness Medical Center, 493-495 Main St, Groton. 978-449-9919. GrotonWellness.com.

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Zumba Toning – 6:30-7:30pm. Benefit mentally, emotionally and physically from the dance workout that has caused such a sensation all over the world. $100/10 classes, $12/walk-in. Corpbasics Fitness & Training Club, 73 Bow St, Somerville. 617-968-1695.

ShapeUpPersonalTraining.com.

Zumba Dance Yourself Fit – 7-8pm. Also Wed. A fitness program that combines high energy and motivating music with fun, effective and easy-tofollow moves. Open to all fitness levels. $12/drop in, $90/10 classes. Waltham Zumba, 8 Common St, Waltham. 978-761-2769. WalthamZumba.com.

Community Acupuncture – Thru Dec 31. See Mon listing. Green Tea Yoga, 10 Colonial Rd, Salem. 781-269-2287. NSCAcupuncture.com.

Nia with Maria Skinner – 8-9am. Nia is the first cardio workout to combine martial arts, dance and

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healing arts. An evolutionary approach to fitness and self-healing in a body. An acclaimed practice for over 25 years which is based on the science of the body. A fun, creative pathway to health and well-being, regardless of age or physical condition. $16/drop in, $60/5 consecutive classes.

Groton Wellness Medical Center, 493-495 Main St, Groton. 978-449-9919. GrotonWellness.com.

Art Sense – Jan 18-Mar 14, no class Feb 22.

10-10:45am. An art adventure for artists ages 18 months through 3 years old. Parent must attend with child. Students will explore the senses through the use of hands-on art projects and activities. $125. Kidcasso Art Studio, 2 Lake St, Arlington. 617-257-3010. KidcassoArt.com.

Artapalooza – Jan 18-Mar 14. No class on Feb 22. 7-8pm. For teenage artists. A powerful blending of art concepts and design working with a variety of art materials including charcoal, acrylic and watercolor paints, and clay. Create paintings, drawings, and sculptures. $220.

Kidcasso Art Studio, 2 Lake St, Arlington. 617257-3010. KidcassoArt.com.

Vital TRX Cross – 6-6:55am. Also Sat, 9-9:55am. A revolutionary method of leveraged bodyweight exercise, which allows you to safely perform hundreds of functional exercises that build power, strength, flexibility, balance, mobility, and prevent injuries. $20. Vitality Personal Fitness, 118 Needham St, Newton. 617620-3585. VitalityPersonalFitness.com.

Anusara Inspired Yoga – Thru Sept 13. 9:3011am. Explore Anusara’s Universal Principles of Alignment to awaken, align, and move into an uplifted state of being. See rates on website.

Samadhi Yoga Studio, 796 Beacon St, Newton Center. 617-243-0034. SteepedInGrace.com.

Oncology Massage Program – 10am -1:30pm.

Students will review standards of care for cancer patients, learn about specific positioning and safety aspects of working with and around medical devices. Participants receive thorough knowledge of working inpatient and outpatient in a hospital setting. $1,000. Cortiva Institute Boston, 103 Morse St, Watertown. 617-668-2000.

Cortiva.com.

Art Box – Jan 19-Mar 22, no class Feb 23 or Mar 1. 3:15-4:15pm. Designed for little artists to create original pieces of artwork inspired by famous artists, books, and the world that surrounds them. Students will paint, draw, collage, and sculpt their way into the world’s art box. $220. Kidcasso Art Studio, 2 Lake St, Arlington. 617-257-3010. KidcassoArt.com.

Reiki Healing Circle for Women on a Healing Journey with Cancer – 4-6pm. Once a month.

Women trained in Reiki and at various stages in their healing journey come together to support each other. Uplifting, life-affirming and healing. $35. Arlington Reiki Associates, 366 Mass Ave, Ste 304, Arlington. 781-648-9334.

ArlingtonReiki.com.

Zumba – 6:30-7:30pm. Also Sat, 11am.

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sensation all over the world. $100/10 classes, $12/walk-in. Corpbasics Fitness & Training Club, 73 Bow St, Somerville. 617-968-1695.

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Hatha Yoga Class – 7-8pm. Suitable for all levels, beginners welcome. Bring a towel and water and a mat if you have one. Mats available for use if needed. $15/drop-in, $104/8 wks. A Pilates Fitness and Yoga Studio, 681 Main St, Ste 339, Waltham. 617-750-8599.

PilatesMassachusetts.com.

Meditation For Inner Peace – 7-8pm.

Experience the proven benefits of stress reduction and elimination through meditation and learn proper meditation techniques to help attain inner peace even when surrounded by chaos. $20.

Groton Wellness, 493 Main St, Groton. 978-4499919. GrotonWellness.com.

Somerville Road Runners Night 4.13 Miler – 7:15-8:15pm. It may be snowing. It may be raining. The SRR Thursday night run will happen every week, no matter what. Free. Casey’s, 171 Broadway, Somerville. SRR.org/Events/ Thursday-Night-Race.

Observatory Night – 7:30-9:30pm. 3rd Thurs. A non-technical lecture and telescopic observing from the observatory roof if weather permits. Free. Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, 60 Garden St, Cambridge. 617-4957461. CFA.Harvard.edu.

Community Acupuncture – Thru Dec 31. See Mon listing. Green Tea Yoga, 10 Colonial Rd, Salem. 781-269-2287. NSCAcupuncture.com.

The Family Walking Program – 9:30am. Take a healthy walk through the mall in a safe, climate controlled environment for both parent and child.

Spend time with other parents while your children make new friends and learn the benefits of regular exercise. Meet near Carter’s. Watertown Mall, 550 Arsenal St, Watertown. 617-926-4968.

Watertown-Mall.com.

Health Lecture Series – 10am. An informative discussion for parents and caregivers on a variety of parent and child related topics such as: nutrition, behavior, community resources and more. Held in the Old Country Buffet, Watertown Mall, 550 Arsenal St, Watertown. 617-926-4968.

Watertown-Mall.com.

Blood Pressure Screenings – 10am-12pm.

Free blood pressure screenings on the first Fri of every month in front of the Old Country Buffet.

Watertown Mall, 550 Arsenal St, Watertown. 617926-4968. Watertown-Mall.com.

Free Rolfing Sessions for Veterans – Thru Apr 13. 3-8pm. 2nd Fri. A hands-on participatory approach to rebalancing the body which is helpful for healing from physical and psychological trauma. By appointment only. Free. Boston Body Balance, 2557 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge.

617-308-7104. BostonBodyBalance.com.

Second Fridays Free – 5-8pm. Free evening at the MIT Museum on the 2nd Fri each month.

Mingle with friends in the unique galleries and see some of the latest research coming out of

MIT. MIT Museum, 265 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge. 617-253-5927. MIT.edu/Museum.

Jam’n Java Open Mic and Coffeehouse – 6:309pm. 1st Fri. Sign up to play, or come and listen to talented local performers. Free. Jam’n Java, 594 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington. ArlOpenMic. wordpress.com.

Friday Night Cooking Series – 6:30-9:30pm.

Join us for a night of conversation, anecdotes and fun and a detailed cooking demonstration. See website for specifics by week. $61. Cambridge Center for Adult Education, 56 Brattle St, Cambridge. CCAE.org.

Glass Beadmaking – 6:30-9:30pm. An evening of glass, friends and wine. Spend 3 hrs in one of our studios to experience an introductory taste of working with hot glass in glassblowing and bead making. $75. Diablo Glass School, 123 Terrace St, Boston. 617-442-7444. DiabloGlassSchool.com.

Practical Discussion Philosophy Group – 7-9pm. 10 sessions with Louis Panico. Designed for thoughtful individuals seeking to understand themselves and life. Topics include the practice of attention and stillness for living in the present moment and the proper use of the mind. $90.

Theosophical Society, 21 Maple St, Arlington.

617-926-4155. TSBoston.org.

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ACUPUNCTURE

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ACUPUNCTURE TOGETHER

NEWTON WELLNESS CENTER

2464 Massachusetts Ave, Ste 420 Cambridge, 02140 617-499-9993 AcupunctureTogether.com

Dr. David Oliver, DC 1280 Centre St, Ste 210, Newton Centre 617-641-9999 NewtonWellnessCenter.com

Affordable acupuncture, excellent care. Dozens of conditions treated safely and effectively in a comfortable community room. Sliding scale for everyone. $35-55 first visit, $20-40 follow-up.

NEW ENGLAND SCHOOL OF ACUPUNCTURE

NEWTON CHIROPRACTIC AND WELLNESS

150 California St, Newton MA 02458 617-558-1788 NESA.edu Art Box – Jan 21-Mar 31, no class Feb 18, 25 or Mar 3. 9-10am. Designed for little artists to create original pieces of artwork inspired by famous artists, books, and the world that surrounds them.

Students will paint, draw, collage, and sculpt their way into the world’s art box. $220. Kidcasso Art Studio, 2 Lake St, Arlington. 617-257-3010.

KidcassoArt.com.

Broga II Power – 10-10:45am. High energy, Broga flow class. Good for those ready for a great workout. Familiarity with Broga or Yoga recommended but not required. $100/10 classes, $15/drop-in. The Center for Arts at the Armory, 191 Highland Ave, Somerville. 617-207-9374.

BrogaYoga.com.

Total Body Knock Out – 10:30-11:30am. Be challenged physically and mentally from the top of your head to the tip of your toes using old-school boxing and kickboxing moves. $20. Vitality Personal Fitness, 118 Needham St, Newton. 617620-3585. VitalityPersonalFitness.com.

Broga I Chill – 12-12:45pm. Energetic, fun, challenging but set to a chill, accessible pace.

Perfect for Broga or yoga newbies or those interested in focusing on fundamentals. $100/10 classes, $15/drop-in. The Center for Arts at the Armory, 191 Highland Ave, Somerville. 617-2079374. BrogaYoga.com.

Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine for Fertility and Women’s Health – 2-4pm. 2nd Sat. Learn how acupuncture and Chinese medicine can relieve PMS symptoms, enhance fertility, treat nausea and acid reflux from pregnancy and prepare the body for childbirth. Free. Groton Wellness Medical Center, 493-495 Main St, Groton. 978-449-9919.

GrotonWellness.com.

Specializing in spinal manipulation, trigger point therapy and chiropractic rehab; providing our patients with long term results. Therapeutic massage also available. All major insurances accepted. See ad page 29.

Julie Burke, DC 617-964-3332 Info@WellAdjusted.com

NESA is the first school of acupuncture in the U.S. and provides a rigorous acupuncture education along with affordable health care to the community. See ad page 2.

We are an integrative holistic wellness center. Our caring team consists of chiropractors specializing in Network Spinal Analysis, massage therapists and Shiatsu and Reiki practitioners.

See ad page 15.

BRAINWAVE OPTIMIZATION compounding & wellness pharmacy

BOSTON BRAIN WORKS

978-854-5214 Info@BostonBrainWorks.com BostonBrainWorks.com Our clients understand that their brain controls their life. A balanced brain allows them to experience liberating self-regulation. Love life again. Join us. See ad page 7.

BUSINESS MENTORING PAM PEARSON

978-877-6122 Pam@WealthyHealthyWomen.com WealthyHealthyWomen.com

JOHNSON COMPOUNDING AND WELLNESS CENTER Stephen Bernardi 577 Main St, Waltham, MA 02452 781-893-3870 Fax: 781-899-1172 Steve@NaturalCompounder.com NaturalCompounder.com

JCWC is the only sterile and non-sterile PCAB-accredited pharmacy in Massachusetts. In addition to our compounding service, we offer a full range of nutritional supplements, natural products, homeopathic remedies and home health care equipment. See ad page 10.

Build your own health and wellness business. As a successful entrepreneur, I’ll teach you how to manifest success and achieve your personal and professional dreams. See ad page 21.

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creativity coaching THE ARTIST’S WAY Kim Childs 617-640-3813 KimChilds.com

Kim coaches groups and individuals in the life-changing practices and principles of The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron.

Group intensives offered each spring and fall.

DOG WALKING CANIS MAJOR DOG WALKING Nancy Anderson 617-501-9241 Canis_major@mac.com CanismajorHerbals.wordpress.com

As a wellness service of Canis major Herbals, we now offer dog walking in the Davis Sq, Somerville area. Visit CanismajorHerbals.com.

Experienced. Responsible.

Insured.

dentist HERBS

GROTON WELLNESS – MEDICAL, DENTAL, SPA, BISTRO 493-495 Main St Groton, Ma 01450 978-449-9919 GrotonWellness.com

Our specialization, healthfocused dentistry, enables us to consider you, our patient, as a whole person, not merely a “dental case.” Therefore, we have the unique opportunity to evaluate every patient, and develop every treatment, procedure and protocol, from an individualized holistic standpoint. We will make recommendations to improve not only your dental health, but your overall health as well. See ad page 31.

DR. IVETA IONTCHEVA-BAREHMI DMD, MS, D.SC. 1842 Beacon St, Ste 302, Brookline, MA 617-868-1516 BostonDentalWellness.com

Dr. Iontcheva-Barehmi is an accomplished dentist and specialist in Periodontics and Implants with a holistic approach to medicine and dentistry. To schedule your comprehensive exam and share the excitement of a healthy smile, call: 617-868-1516.See ad page 23.

JOSEPH MANISCALCO, DDS

19 Chestnut St, Arlington, MA 02474 781-643-2344 Fax: 781-641-3483 SmileFxr10@gmail.com JosephManiscalcoDDS.com Our practice centers on your comfort, your convenience, and on dental excellence, always. We believe everything we do here should enhance your lifestyle and your health. See ad back cover.

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COMMONWEALTH CENTER FOR HERBAL MEDICINE Katja Swift & Ryn Midura 25 Saint Mary’s Court, Brookline, MA 617-750-5274 CommonWealthHerbs.com

Personalized, comprehensive consultations with experienced herbalists. Whether it’s the flu or a chronic illness, or simply to build greater vitality, herbal medicine can help. See ad page 33.

holistic bodywork BARBARA GOSSELIN, PT

393 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA 781-507-4226 HolisticHealingPT.com I’m a Physical Therapist with 20+ years experience helping people recover from pain using gentle, effective Bodywork techniques including Craniosacral Therapy and Fascial Mobilization. See ad page 17.

MIND & BODY STRESS MANAGEMENT

Cecile Raynor Certified Alexander Technique Teacher; Certified Thai Yoga Therapist 617-359-7841 AlexanderTec.com Learn to relieve body tension and manage the stress in your life. Improve your posture without any holding. Learn mind/body tools for personal growth. See ad page 34.

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MYERS BODYWORK

Lexington, MA 781-862-8000 Tamar@MyersBodywork.com MyersBodywork.com Tamar Myers, in practice since 1992, offers comprehensive bodywork. Her expertise in a wide variety of modalities allows her to design sessions unique to each individual’s needs.

DANIEL SHARP

126 Prospect St, Cambridge MA 781-412-4325 SacredCircleHealing.com Experience a deep sense of Self and true healing from the heart.

Daniel offers Reiki and Infant Massage classes, Crystal Healing, Reiki treatments, and massage.

SOLLIEVO MASSAGE & BODYWORK 2285 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02140 617-354-3082 Sollievo.org

A therapeutic massage and acupuncture practice specializing in chronic pain, injuries and stress reduction. We are a group of seasoned therapists with combined expertise in various bodywork treatments and approaches. Visit our website for pricing and promotions. Blue Cross & Aetna discounts available. See ad page 29.

holistic health coach NINA MANOLSON, MA, LMT, CHC Certified Health Coach Smokin’ Hot Mom Mentor & Family Wellness Expert 617-771-5121 Nina@SmokinHotMom.com Nina@HealthyYummyKids.com

Nina helps busy moms prioritize themselves so that they look and feel their very best. She also teaches families how to make the shift to healthier eating habits.

Free get acquainted session available. See ad page 33.

IMMUNIZATION COUNSELING VACCINE FREE

Jamie Murphy 617-780-1754 VaccineFree.org • JamieMurphy.net We are a nonprofit dedicated to educating parents about the dangers of vaccines. Services include: personalized counseling, research, consulting and public speaking.

integrative therapy BODYMIND RESOURCING

Alison Shaw APRN, LMT, CEH 393 Massachusetts Ave Arlington, MA 02474 781-646-0686 Alison@BodymindResourcing.org An innovative blend of body-centered counseling, integrative bodywork and energy medicine to uncover and release body-mind patterns that limit your life and health. See ad page 27.

integrative veterinary medical care MASH MAIN ST ANIMAL SERVICES OF HOPKINTON Margo Roman, DVM 72 W Main St, Hopkinton, MA 01748 508-435-4077 MASHVet.com

A full-service integrative veterinary clinic offering caring and healthful options and modalities like acupuncture, functional nutrition, homeopathy, chiropractic, herbs, ozone therapy, surgery and dentistry. See ad page 31.

music lessons

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IN HOME MUSIC LESSONS

KATE GENOVESE RN/ REIKI PRACTITIONER-MASTER

Johan Narsjo 617-968-3646 Narsjo@hotmail.com InHomeMusicLessons.org JohanNarsjo.com

781-883-4711 KGeno67176@aol.com Woburn-Reiki.com

Guitar, Bass and Piano lessons for all levels and ages. Study in your home with an experienced teacher. Personalized lesson plans with a focus on creative expression utilizing a variety of contemporary and traditional techniques.

Learn how to maximize the practice time available to you by finding the perfect balance. See ad page 34.

nutritional supplements MONA VIE INDEPENDENT DISTRIBUTOR Dawn McGee 781-308-3071 TheMVAcai.com

Providing products and personalized services dedicated to helping you improve your health. Serving New England and 18 countries around the world.

Kate Genovese has been a registered nurse for more than 30 years and is a Reiki Master.

Reiki is a gentle form of handson healing that benefits people of any age. Sessions available in the comfort of your home or at Kate’s office. See ad page 5.

CHRISTABETH INGOLD, RP, CHC 369 Mass Ave, Arlington, MA 02474 CBIngold@hotmail.com SoulfullyNourishing.com

Experience the healing energy Reiki offers physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Christabeth also offers holistic health coaching, guiding you on a wellness journey exploring your relationship with life and food.

ROLFING STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION BOSTON BODY BALANCE

physical therapy CAMBRIDGE PHYSICAL THERAPY & SPORTS MEDICINE 1000A Cambridge St. Cambridge, 02141 617-492-6600 CambridgePTSportsMed.com

Jazmine Fox-Stern 617-308-7104 BostonBodyBalance.com

Rolfing Structural Integration is a hands-on, participatory approach to rebalancing the body.

Reduce aches, pains, and injuries. Increase energy and grace.

Improve athletic performance.

Specializing in outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation and treatment of sports, dance and work injuries. We also treat computer/musician overuse injuries, carpal tunnel, and injuries from motor vehicle accidents. See ad page 35.

YOGA THE WELL STREET STATION

ROWE PHYSICAL THERAPY

1400 Centre St, Ste 104, Newton Centre 617-244-4462 RowePT.com

Rowe Physical Therapy is a team of competent PTs and OTs with many years of expertise in Manual Therapy.

As holistic practitioners, they treat body, mind and spirit. See ad page 11.

Steffi Shapiro, RYT 500 62 Mt Auburn St., Watertown, MA 02472 617-923-1440 WellStreetStation.com

Relax, re-energize, re-vitalize; listening to your body and doing what feels best. Yoga classes for all ages, from prenatal to elders.

“Elder-Yoga” video available.

First class free.

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