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Being human is hard. At least that’s the story that sometimes circulates on a loop in my brain when I leave those thoughts to their own devices.

While reviewing this month’s content the realization hit me, once again, that it’s only me that complicates this life and it’s the choices made along the way that make it hard … or easy. Living in alignment with what is already known to be helpful, undoubtedly makes the path a bit lighter and less bumpy to navigate.

Eating clean, exercising, taking time to connect spiritually through visualization, contemplation, meditation, connecting with nature or just reading something that feeds my soul are some of the simple tools that help my days flow with a bit more ease and grace. These activities have the greatest impact when practiced regularly, I might add.

We’d love to hear what practices you enjoy that help you live in the flow; send us an email at ReaderFeedback@NA-GBRI.com and maybe we’ll share your tips for others in an upcoming issue.

This month we have compelling, evidence-based and encouraging content centering around the prevalent issue of autoimmune disease and Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

In Wise Words, don’t miss the interview with Terry Wahls by Noelle Citarella. Hear the story of how Wahls went from a tilt-recline wheelchair to riding a bicycle and living vibrantly through a specific therapeutic diet and lifestyle protocol.

Dr. Wahls' upcoming clinical study is open to participants. Details on how to apply can be found in the article's endnotes. If you know someone who may be interested or qualifies, please share this info with them if you feel so moved.

I’m leaning into the path of least resistance ... the one where choosing my good greatly enhances my chances and ability to profoundly support those around me and beyond … I hope you’ll join me.

Peace,

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Spring Massage Specials and Reiki Healing

Starting March 1, It’s Your Body’s Symphony, in Cranston, Rhode Island, is offering massage specials that include a back scrub treatment to help exfoliate dry winter skin. Smooth away the rough skin and soothe away the stress with a one-hour deep tissue massage for $100 or a one-hour Swedish massage for $85.

Also offered is Shiatsu deep tissue massage to rebalance the body’s energy using the same pressure points as acupuncture. Palm and finger pressure and stretches restore balance between yin (feminine) energy, which radiates outward, and yang (masculine) energy, which flows inward. Yin meridians influence the heart, lungs and kidneys, while yang meridians influence the stomach, bladder and gallbladder. Shaitsu works to promote whole-body restoration.

Additionally, the wellness center provides reiki energy sessions to encourage physical and emotional healing. Reiki activates the body’s positive energies to heal more quickly and even be better prepared for surgery. It can even help to process undigested emotions and release self-limiting beliefs.

Location: 14 Hayward St., Cranston. For more information and to book an appointment, call or text 401-464-6100. For a full list of services, visit ItsYour BodysSymphony.com. See ad on page 9 and Resource Guide on page 37.

Naturopathy for Long-COVID Sufferers

While most people make a full recovery from a case of coronavirus, a segment of those infected have lingering symptoms. Naturopathic Doctor Abby Egginton, of Balance Natural Medicine, works with patients that are struggling with symptoms following a COVID-19 infection. By reviewing their full health history and ordering strategic labs, Egginton can create a personalized plan to help individuals heal from the long-term effects of long-COVID.

Symptoms include fatigue, chest pain or heart palpitations, dizziness, pins and needles, headaches and mood changes, among others. For some, these symptoms can improve over time, but for others their post-COVID symptoms can persist for months following their COVID-19 infection and can interfere with their ability to function.

The root cause of symptoms can be multi-faceted and is, therefore, best addressed in a holistic manner. For some long-COVID sufferers, vagus nerve dysregulation may be a component of their symptoms. For others, histamine intolerance or an underlying infection may be to blame. There is no single protocol that will cure long-COVID, but a naturopathic approach is well suited for chronic symptoms post-COVID.

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