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Directory of Advertisers Thank you for being part of our community! Acupuncture Works Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Advanced Frequency Energy Spa . . . . . . . . . . 2 Alternative Therapies Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

14 Therapy for SuperHumans

Balance for Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Be the Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Dr. Andy Rosenfarb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

16 Mimi Guarneri on Treating the Heart With Love 18 Mindful Breathwork 20 Oral Health Tips to Prevent Heart Disease

24 Homeopathy for Athletes 26 Lowering Our Battery Footprint

Elevated Soul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Floors Direct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Gaia’s Gifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Healing Pathways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Hibernate Bedding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Holistic Dental Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Holistic Health & Healing Expo . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Hunterdon Integrative Physicians . . . . . . . . 17 Hypnosis Counseling Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 New Jersey Natural Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 JAHC 2024 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 KnoWEwell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Memories for Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 National Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

30 Reiki for Health

Personally Yours Lingerie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Qi Gong for Healing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Redwood Cleaning NJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 RegeneSpine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Riverside Wellness & Enchantments . . . . . . . . 14 Samsara Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 The Hair For Life Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Departments 8 News Briefs 10 Health Briefs 12 Global Briefs 14 Therapy Spotlight 16 Wise Words

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18 Healing Ways 20 Feature Story 24 Fit Body 26 Green Living 30 Energy Therapy

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Thoughts On Love With the month of February and Valentine’s Day approaching, it is natural to think of love. These days we seem to love everybody. “I love you” is a signature sign off that has become a popular norm. I think it’s a positive thing to hear “I love you” so often, especially when Joe & Asta Dunne, Publishers you add meaningful hugs in addition to fist bumps and handshakes. Yes, it’s a nice change to see love being passed around out in the open. We seem to be owning and showing our feelings on a new level. We’re learning that sharing is caring, and intimacy and vulnerability are pathways to love. Yet, what is love? How do people love when they were never shown love? What are the challenges of trust? Can you learn to love? When I ask myself these questions, I always think of my dad. How did my father, who never had loving parents around, make me know that I was loved? He could never say “I love you” or hug you. His dedication to protection and provision coupled with putting family first was all he could do. While there wasn’t a real atmosphere of love, there certainly was an energy of love. As a child, and even as a young man, it was hard to understand. And like so much that goes into love, it has taken time and patience and understanding, and yes, experience to appreciate the gift behind the curtain. Love can be a gentle, soft place to land. It can also be so overwhelming as to defy expression. Love shifts, adjusts and transforms within each relationship. As we mix in backgrounds, nationalities, generational norms, our ability to open up, share and grow is challenged as new forms of loving emerge. And with each new expression, the world becomes a better, more interesting place. The journey of love is different for each of us. I do believe that we all need to love and be loved. I know I did and do. So go forth and love some more. Spread love around,

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Chronic Low Back Pain?

Imagine a world where chronic pain is not an inevitable part of life, but a condition that can be effectively managed or even healed. This is the promise of regenerative medicine, a rapidly evolving field that is changing our approach to pain management. Regenerative medicine seeks to engage the body’s own healing mechanisms to repair damaged tissues and alleviate pain. Stephen J. Roman, Jr., M.D.

Dr. Stephen Roman’s practice serves patients from around the world. We are happy to provide services for disorders of the spine and joints in the fields of pain management and physical medicine and rehabilitation.

Regenerative medicine is not just about symptom management; it’s about targeting the root cause of pain and fostering natural healing. At RegeneSpine, we offer new, minimally-invasive, non-surgical treatments for chronic low back pain.

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Breakthrough Treatments for Spine and Joint Pain

When Dr. Stephen Roman, Jr., finished his medical subspecialty training 20 years ago, there were limited options in the treatment of pain. For many years, only minimal changes in offerings to patients became available. Over the past few years, however, many breakthroughs have occurred in the treatment of spinal and joint pain. This includes new technologies such as the emerging field of regenerative medicine which has provided many new options that were not available just a few years ago. “There are many patients that I have told throughout the years that there was nothing else I could do for them. Now I am inviting many of these patients back to learn about new technologies that were not available when I had last seen them,” shares Dr. Roman. Conditions amenable to new minimally-invasive treatment options include chronic low back pain caused by degenerated spinal discs. These are some of the patients that he is most excited to see because when he last saw them their options were usually limited to surgery or chronic prescription medication use. Other patients benefiting from recent advances include patients seeking alternative treatments to joint surgery. “It’s an exciting time in medical history,” states Dr. Roman, “and I’m grateful to be a part of this historic leap in our approach to patient care.” Location: Offices in Pennington and Parsippany, NJ and NYC. For information, call 609-570-6980, email info@regenespine.com and visit RegeneSpine.com. See ad, page 7.

HHH Expo Moving to Larger Cherry Hill Location

The Holistic Health & Healing Expo (HHH Expo)—the trusted go-to resource for natural wellness, organic food, healthy pets, spirituality, sustainability, and green living— has moved to a bigger venue: the Doubletree by Hilton, in Cherry Hill. The next popular event will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on March 24. “Join us for a transformative experience where you can sample incredible products; indulge in therapeutic treatments; and gain wisdom from experts in holistic health, mindfulness, spiritual growth and sustainable living practices,” enthuses Shae Marcus, HHH Expo founder and Natural Awakenings South Jersey publisher. Attendees will be treated to hundreds of leading-edge thinkers and exhibitors, along with a variety of workshops and seminars. They should also plan on relaxing with hands-on treatments and therapies; finding one-of-a-kind special gifts; discovering new pathways to wellness for the whole family—from kids to pets; and having fun with other like-minded individuals. With delicious and healthy food and snacks available, folks should be sure to bring friends and family and spend the entire day. Cost: Admission is free, but there is a fee for some of the workshops. Location: 2349 Marlton Pike W. For more information or to register, visit https://nj.hhhexpo.com. See ad, page 15.

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Pranic Healing Bucks County is pleased to announce its Basic Pranic Healing class will be held at its new local retreat center—The Farm in Somerset—from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., on February 24-25.

During this 2-day class, Alison Sahoo, CPPT, will teach all the core Pranic Healing techniques so students will be able to work on themselves and others. Included in the class tuition is luncheon and snacks both days, and a closing Fire Ceremony. Upon completion, all students will be eligible for Pranic Healing Bucks County’s practice groups and other activities for Pranic Healers.

Pranic Healing is an energy “no-touch” healing system based on the fundamental principle that the body has the innate ability to heal itself. Pranic Healing utilizes “life force,” “energy,” or prana to accelerate the body’s inborn ability to heal itself. It is practiced by

Tuition: $450 (EarlyBird $425 by 2/1/24). Location: The Farm, 36 S. Middlebush Rd., Somerset. For information, call 267-300-4599, email PranicHealingBucksCounty@gmail.com, and visit JoyOfLearningPranicHealing.com.

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Sunnie’s Open House in Bedminster Everyone is welcome to Sunnie’s Open House from 10 a.m. to 12 noon on February 10. Sunnie Mortimer, owner of Natural Resilience, has decades of experience both treating and teaching her patients techniques in stress management. Her practice, located at New Jersey Natural Medicine in Bedminster, has had enormous success improving patient’s emotional and physical health by using the many tools in her belt, including HeartMath, a stress biofeedback program that works at relaxing the nervous system and helps manage stress.

Meet Sunnie At the start of Sunnie’s career, she was a critical care and cardiac care nurse. She then became certified in cardiac rehabilitation, which allowed her to see the benefits of a holistic mind-body approach to health. She then began her path toward holistic nursing, which shaped her understanding that managing stress is fundamental to health and that mind-body tools help people build resilience and reach their full potential. In addition to HeartMath, she has earned certifications in clinical hypnotherapy, Metronome Brain Training, optimal breathing guidance, holistic stress management, jin shin jyutsu acupressure, mind/ body preparation for surgery and vagus nerve stimulation. Come to the Open House, meet Sunnie and see first hand what all the buzz is about. Location: New Jersey Natural Medicine, 2424 Lamington Rd., Bedminster. For information call 908-310-8070 and visit Natural-Resilience.com. See ad, page 27.

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EXERCISE IS GOOD FOR CHOLESTEROL

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A new study has uncovered details as to why exercise is beneficial for heart health and blood lipid levels at any age. The study reported in the journal Nutrients compared the physical activity and lipid levels of 45 older adults aged 60 to 80 with 63 younger adults aged 20 to 35. In addition to measuring high-density lipoprotein (HDL or “good” cholesterol), the scientists also considered the size of the HDL particles, which provides insights into the type and functionality of HDL as it absorbs excess cholesterol from the blood and transports it back to the liver to be recycled or excreted in bile. Researchers found that, regardless of whether the individuals were younger or older, the physically active participants exhibited higher HDL, as well as more of the types of HDL that are cardio-protective, and a greater capacity to process cholesterol back to the liver, which is one of the key anti-atherosclerosis functions of HDL.

NEW SICKLE CELL TREATMENT APPROVED

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently approved the first gene editing treatments for sickle cell disease. Co-developed by Vertex Pharmaceuticals and CRISPR Therapeutics, the exa-cel treatment uses new technology to modify a gene involved in red blood cell shape and function. It is too early to say whether the treatment will be permanent and without side effects, as only about 100 people have undergone the procedure, and they have been followed for less than two years.

According to the National Institutes of Health, sickle cell disease is a group of genetic disorders that affect hemoglobin, the protein that carries oxygen to the body. In sickle-cell patients, red blood cells are crescent-shaped and do not bend, instead of being disc-shaped and flexible. This anomaly can block blood flow to the body, leading to strokes, eye problems, infections, fatigue and severe pain. Until now, a bone marrow transplant was the only cure. CRISPR technology—short for clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats—allows scientists to strategically modify the DNA of organisms. The exa-cel treatment involves removing a patient’s bone marrow stem cells, editing them using the CRISPR technology, destroying the untreated bone marrow and re-infusing the modified cells to replicate and repopulate the body.

CBD PRODUCTS MAY BE HARMFUL TO CHILDREN

Between January 1, 2021 and February 28, 2022, national poison control centers have responded to 2,362 exposure cases of delta-8 THC-containing products, 41 percent of which involved children. Most of those childhood exposures were unintentional and 45 percent of these kids required hospitalization. During the first 11 months of 2023, poison control centers managed 2,105 cases related to CBD. The FDA cautions that the marketing of these products may be appealing to children, and parents should be wary. If a child is in immediate danger, call 911. If there is a question about what a child has ingested, call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

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In 2018, Congress legalized hemp farming and the sale of cannabidiol (CBD) products as long as they contained less than 0.3 percent of delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the chemical in cannabis plants that produces a high. As a result, companies began making CBD drinks, foods and other products, some of which may concentrate the delta-8 THC in manufacturing to levels nearing the potency of marijuana-derived delta-9 THC. While the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has neither approved nor regulated delta-8 THC, it has issued warnings about potential dangers. Oversight by states varies.

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DRUG MAY IMPROVE HEART HEALTH IN THE OBESE

According to a study published in The New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM), semaglutide, a medication sold as Ozempic by Novo Nordisk, may be associated with heart-health improvement. For one year, the researchers followed 529 obese participants that had heart failure with ejection fraction, a condition where the heart pumps normally but is too stiff to fill properly. Half of the participants received semaglutide, and the other half received a placebo. Participants on semaglutide had almost double the heart improvement as measured by a standard heart failure questionnaire. They also experienced an average reduction of body weight of 13.3 percent (compared to a 2.5 percent reduction in the placebo group) and could walk an extra 66 feet in six minutes. In another study of semaglutide also published in NEJM, participants on the drug had a 20 percent lower risk of fatal and nonfatal heart attacks and strokes than those taking a placebo. The multi-center, double-blind, randomized trial included more than 17,600 obese participants aged 45 or older that had cardiovascular disease, but no history of diabetes. Half of the participants received the drug, while the other half were given a placebo and were followed for approximately 40 months.

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A common flavanone called hesperidin found in citrus fruit may help protect against heart disease, according to a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials published in Current Developments in Nutrition. Researchers analyzed 12 studies involving 589 participants that examined the effects of hesperidin extracts on various outcomes, such as inflammatory markers, body mass index, insulin resistance and lipids. After accounting for variability across the groups of participants, researchers found that hesperidin significantly reduced both total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL or “bad” cholesterol) in obese individuals under age 50 that consumed approximately 500 milligrams per day of hesperidin for more than six weeks. It also had a positive impact on inflammatory markers, insulin sensitivity and fasting blood glucose. Beneficial effects were not noted on other risk factors of heart disease, such as high-density lipoprotein (HDL or “good” cholesterol), triglycerides, body mass index and blood pressure. Hesperidin can be found in oranges, lemons, limes, tangerines and grapefruit, in whole fruit or juice form and in commercially available supplements. Consuming grapefruit might interfere with certain medications for heart disease, so patients should consult with their doctor before making any dietary changes.

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Global Briefs CLIMATE CHANGE LEADS TO MORE RABID BAT EXPOSURE

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A recent study published in the journal Ecography links climate change to the spread of bat-borne diseases. By examining the common vampire bat distribution in North America over the last century, the scientists concluded that its range had expanded north in response to changes in climate, and that a rise in rabies transmission from bats to cattle in the last 50 years was related to that expansion. The research suggests that climate change could make it easier for batborne pathogens like rabies, encephalitis and severe acute respiratory syndrome to spread to animals and humans, underscoring the potential public health threats of a changing climate.

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QUANTUM DOTS TO LIGHT UP TELEVISIONS AND TUMORS

The development of quantum dots has won the 2023 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for chemists Moungi Bawendi and Louis Brus, and physicist Alexei Ekimov. Quantum dots are a new class of nanoparticles roughly a few billionths of a meter across that have significant implications.

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While the world has focused on electric vehicles (EV) as part of a response to climate change, other technologies are being explored. Toyota and Chinese auto maker Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC) have introduced an engine that is powered by ammonia. Similar to technology used in ships and trucks, these novel engines are said to be able to produce 161 horsepower with a 90 percent reduction in carbon emissions compared to conventional fuels. Ammonia-powered cars would likely be less expensive than EVs because they eliminate the environmental, production and disposal issues related to their batteries. Using ammonia as a fuel source does introduce challenges. It is a toxic substance that can dissolve some metals, and excessive exposure in gas or liquid form can be deadly. The slow-burning fuel has about half the energy density of gasoline, making it finicky for use in cars. When it burns, ammonia is carbon-free and produces no CO2, hydrocarbons or soot, but it could release nitrogen into the atmosphere, leading to acid rain and impaired breathing. GAC claims to have reduced nitrogen emissions by increasing the combustion pressure in the engine, so a safe and convenient infrastructure would need to be built to make its use viable. Also, the energy needed to manufacture sufficient quantities of ammonia would need to be factored into any calculation of net environmental impacts.

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They are illuminated by light, which energizes the electrons within them. These energized electrons subsequently release energy as fluorescent light, with smaller dots appearing blue and larger dots appearing red. By using different materials or adjusting the size of quantum dots, chemists can alter their properties. Ekimov and Brus independently demonstrated the ability to precisely control the size of these nanoparticles, and Bawendi developed a method to precisely control their growth. These breakthroughs have opened up potential applications for various fields, including medicine and technology. For example, quantum dots could be used to improve the efficiency of LED lights and help surgeons identify tumors by injecting fluorescent dots into the body. The dots also have potential applications in solar cells and quantum computers. 12

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A respiratory illness with an unknown cause is affecting dogs across the United States. While respiratory infections are not uncommon, veterinarians are reporting very sick dogs with chronic coughs or pneumonia that last an unusually long time and do not respond to antibiotics. Common respiratory diagnostic testing for kennel cough has yielded mostly negative results. These cases have caused concern because they are at the severe end of the spectrum. While some deaths have been reported, they represent a small percentage of total cases. Efforts are underway to conduct widespread sampling of cases to diagnose the cause and implement a testing plan.

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Guarneri is board certified in cardiovascular disease, internal medicine, nuclear cardiology and integrative holistic medicine. She is a founder and president of The Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine; co-founder and medical director of Guarneri Integrative Health, in La Jolla, California; and a clinical associate professor at University of California, San Diego. In 2012, The Institute for Functional Medicine honored her with the Linus Pauling Functional Medicine Lifetime Achievement Award. Guarneri is the author of The Heart Speaks: A Cardiologist Reveals the Secret Language of Healing and 108 Pearls to Awaken Your Healing Potential.

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mind, emotions and spirit. If you have a tree with sick fruit on it, you can keep cutting off the branches, or you can ask, what does the tree need? Does it need more sunlight or water? How is the soil? Does it have minerals? With patients, the question we should be asking is why does someone have diabetes, high blood pressure or heart disease? And then you ask, what is the soil of a human life made of? That soil is made of micro and macro nutrients, physical activity, having a purpose in life, joy and a good night’s sleep. At our center we call these the pearls of health.

have major, life-changing events—death of a spouse or child, divorce—all of a sudden, they start having cancer, sudden death and heart attacks. So, when I look at someone that had a heart attack, I don’t just want to know about their symptoms the day of the attack. I also want to know what was going on six months before, because that’s where you find the story.

How do you diagnose people by listening to their stories?

We know through research that relationships between patients and physicians affect outcome. People who bond with their physicians have lower cholesterol or blood sugar levels because they’re more likely to be compliant with medications. We also know that events don’t happen in isolation. When people

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fter graduating first in her class at The State University of New York Medical Center, Dr. Mimi Guarneri began her career at Scripps Clinic, in San Diego, as an attending physician in interventional cardiology, where she placed thousands of coronary stents. Recognizing the need for more comprehensive and holistic approaches, she founded the Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine and served as medical director for 15 years, combining state-of-the-art cardiac imaging technology with lifestyle programs and alternative therapies like acupuncture, healing touch, meditation and yoga to diagnose, prevent and treat cardiovascular disease.

“I’ve been under stress. I lost my job. I lost my house. My wife told me they wanted a divorce.” This is where you start to get the stories that add up to the ultimate cardiovascular event.

How do you translate that inquiry into the healing journey?

Everyone needs something different at a different point in their life. Some people need to change what they’re eating or start walking, but then you have to look at why they’re not taking care of their physical body. Depressed people say, “I have 20 friends in this pack of cigarettes.” They don’t say, “Let me eat Brussels sprouts and take a walk.” I have to deal with the underlying issue, which could be things like depression, stress or loneliness. I also want to know my patient’s spirituality, because if they believe in a higher power, we can tap into that to give them strength and help transform what’s going on.

What tools do you have in your integrative medical arsenal?

The whole framework of integrative medicine is to understand and use the wisdom of other global healing traditions. For a patient with back pain, I may use healing touch, acupuncture, massage and medication. I may send somebody who is stressed to transcendental meditation training. I may pull from Ayurveda to help people with digestive issues.

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The most important thing is looking at your life and finding joy, meaning, purpose, looking at where you can serve, where you can connect. This is the piece that is missing in many people’s lives. Also, look at where you are holding onto anger. Have you done your forgiveness work? How can you begin to practice gratitude?

Why do you say that patients are motivated not by fear but by caring?

They’re motivated by love. Love is the secret ingredient. People will do everything for three months after a heart attack because they’re terrified, and then they go back to their old ways. They start to gain weight because they never did the deep work to look at what got them there in the first place. A perfect example is one of my heart patients who came in with a walker. She said she had sciatica, and immediately we gave her a shot for her pain. We also did some acupuncture. I got a beautiful message from her the next day, which made no mention of the shot or the acupuncture. Instead, she said, “I felt so much better from the second you gave me a hug.” It’s that kind of connection that makes all the difference. Sandra Yeyati is the national editor of Natural Awakenings.

February 2024

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Mindful Breathwork Managing Stress and Heart Health by Sheila Julson

he sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems are key partners in regulating heart rate, stress levels and breathing. Stressors such as traffic jams, work deadlines, financial limitations and family conflicts can disrupt this synchronized partnership and lead not just to emotional anguish, but also to high blood pressure, inflammation and increased cardiovascular events.

Machaiah suggests breathwork as an effective mind-body practice to balance the nervous system and instill calm. It can serve as a pillar, along with nourishment, movement, restful sleep and connection with community and nature, toward maintaining homeostasis in the body. “Breathing is free medicine,” he asserts. “It is your anchor, and every breathwork technique starts with observing your breath and connecting with yourself and your body.” Stress or anxiousness sends the sympathetic nervous system into overdrive, affirms Meena Malhotra, M.D., a functional medicine practitioner and founder of Chicago-based Heal n Cure integrative clinic. The goal 18

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An inquiry into how breathing relates to the nervous system begins with the vagus nerve, the largest highway within the parasympathetic nervous system. The vagus nerve runs from the brain and through the body, down to the gastrointestinal system. “It is the most complex of the cranial nerves and regulates heart rate and the body’s stress response,” says Poonacha Machaiah, CEO of The Chopra Foundation.

of breathwork, a catchall term for a variety of breathing practices, is to balance the autonomic nervous system. Many breathing techniques involve holding the breath, which stimulates the vagus nerve. “Deep breathing is the best way to stretch and stimulate the vagus nerve,” Malhotra explains. “When the vagus nerve is stimulated, the parasympathetic nervous system is activated. Stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system is calming, which helps bring the body into balance.” Just like how there are various types of yoga

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to achieve different goals, the same holds true for breathwork. “There’s something for everyone,” notes Sandy Abrams, the Los-Angeles-based founder of The C.E.Om and author of Breathe to Succeed: Increase Workplace Productivity, Creativity, and Clarity Through the Power of Mindfulness. “Breathwork is the love language of the nervous system. Being in a state of frequent, chronic stress—even low-grade—makes it difficult to enjoy any experience. Breathwork can calm, balance or boost the nervous system. Simply by breathing in ways that calm the nervous system, you can immediately shift from stressed to calm.”

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Abrams recommends simple breathing practices that don’t take a lot of time. “The nervous system can become more balanced and relaxed with even just one slow, light, nourishing breath,” she remarks. For beginners, she suggests shifting from shallow, rapid chest breaths, which can induce stress, to deeper ones that activate the diaphragm. “It helps to place one hand on the belly and feel the expansion outward as you inhale for about six seconds, tracing the breath up to the chest and then slowly exhaling for six seconds.” The popular “four-seven-eight” method involves inhaling for a count of four, holding the breath for a count of seven and exhaling for a count of eight. “Four-seven-eight is a very effective stress reduction tool,” Malhotra says. “I suggest that everyone do it while stuck in traffic or while that hourglass cursor on the laptop is spinning. Instead of checking your email or fidgeting with your phone, do a breathing exercise.” Other techniques may employ longer or shorter counts, but Abrams notes that there is no need to obsess over counting—just go by feeling. “Relaxation comes with extended exhales that are about twice as long as the inhale,” she asserts. Abrams also uses the “bumblebee” technique, which increases nitric oxide to the nasal cavity. Simply inhale lightly and deeply through the nose and during the entire exhale, make a humming sound. The hum can be amplified by gently closing the ears. The kid-friendly “lion’s breath” helps release stagnant energy. “Close your eyes and inhale through your nose. During the exhale, open your eyes wide, stick out your tongue and shake your hands. Hiss like a fierce lion,” Abrams advises. “Adding movement feels good and makes everybody laugh; laughter is breath, too.” Parents can use the lion’s breath to calm rowdy children in the car or while shopping. It can also help children learn to control their emotions. Abrams notes that her breathwork techniques are for relaxation and balancing the nervous system; those with contraindications should consult a physician. Malhotra adds that there are other ways besides breathwork to stimulate the vagus nerve, but some are not safe to do at home and should be done only under the guidance of a medical doctor. “These breath tools are free and accessible to anyone,” Abrams says. “They can be used in so many different ways, at different times. I encourage everyone to play around with their curiosity about these different breath tools.” Sheila Julson is a freelance writer and frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings.

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Although blood pressure and cholesterol are considered major risk factors for heart disease, there is another culprit that should not be ignored: inflammation. While arterial inflammation may be the vascular response to harmful assaults such as infections or injuries, it can also arise when there is an imbalance in the gut microbiome or inflammation of the gums—also known as periodontal disease.

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According to the National Institutes of Health, gum disease affects 47 percent of adults aged 30 or older and 70 percent of adults by age 65. Bleeding gums are telltale signs of gingivitis, which can promote the growth of disease-causing bacteria and produce substantial, body-wide inflammation.

Other powerful precautions relate to oral health. Left untreated, gum disease and sleep apnea have the potential to cause dire cardiovascular consequences. The good news is that treatments are available to decrease and often eradicate their threat.

A 2021 study published in Scientific Reports evaluated the effect that oral health problems had on all-cause, cardiovascular disease and respiratory mortality. Scientists followed almost 3,000 white and African American men and women aged 70 to 79, as well as

by Steven Masley, M.D., FAHA, FACN, CNS eart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, and, despite public opinion, it is just as deadly for women as it is for men. The illness was responsible for a staggering one in every four male deaths and one in every five female deaths in 2021, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. And yet, it is preventable 90 percent of the time with the right lifestyle choices, such as saying

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just over 7,700 British men aged 40 to 59 for nine and 15 years, respectively. Researchers reported that periodontal disease was associated with increased cardiovascular mortality in the American group, a finding that was consistent with a similar study of older people in Taiwan. The scientists also noted that tooth loss and cumulative oral health problems correlated with higher all-cause mortality and higher respiratory mortality, while dry mouth appeared to be related to only all-cause mortality. A 2012 study published in Kardiologia Polska of people with diabetes and periodontal disease showed that gum inflammation was highly correlated with increasing arterial plaque, as well as increases in markers of inflammation and blood pressure levels, suggesting a significant connection between periodontal disease and an increased risk of atherosclerosis. Another study published in 2013 in the Journal of the American Heart Association followed more than 400 subjects over three years and found that greater gum inflammation and higher growth of pathological bacterial species in the gums were strongly associated with increased growth of arterial plaque. The researchers concluded that an improvement in periodontal status was associated with less progression in carotid atherosclerosis, thereby emphasizing the importance of gum care as a possible preventive health measure.

PREVENTING GUM INFLAMMATION

In addition to a healthy diet, exercise and stress management, taking measures to improve dental hygiene will go a long way toward reducing the risk of heart disease. A dental hygienist can easily identify gingivitis and probe for deep gum pockets—an indication of periodontal disease—while a simple saliva test can determine the presence of disease-causing gum species. The following measures are recommended:

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heart disease. According to the American Medical Association, approximately 30 million Americans experience sleep apnea, but only 6 million are diagnosed with the condition where breathing and air flow repeatedly stops and starts. People that suffer from this ailment are more likely to experience abnormal heart rhythms, hypertension, heart attacks, strokes and diabetes, the Mayo Clinic cautions.

• Brush teeth for two minutes twice daily, ideally with an electric toothbrush. • Floss and use a Waterpik every day. • Visit the dental hygienist two to four times per year for a thorough cleaning. • Have the dentist measure gum-pocket

depth to check for inflammation. • Especially for those with gum disease, have saliva tested for bad bacteria at least annually.

SLEEP APNEA

Considered and treated as an oral health issue, sleep apnea increases the risk for

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Sleep apnea gradually worsens over time. As the airway increasingly fails to deliver air to the lungs, oxygen levels drop, causing adverse impacts on the heart and brain. Three factors decrease airflow: weight gain, aging and, for some people, genetics. When a person puts on extra weight, their neck thickens, diminishing the airway, and as we age, tissues in the neck become softer and sag. The symptoms for sleep apnea include excessive daytime sleepiness, loud snoring, noticeable stops in breathing at night, awakening with a dry mouth and morning headaches. These symptoms should prompt a discussion with a physician or dentist to schedule an overnight sleep test to confirm a diagnosis—either in a sleep laboratory or at home, depending on the degree of symptoms. The mainstay of treatment for those with sleep apnea is a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) device worn over the nose

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Another technique is to tape a patient’s mouth shut while sleeping to force breathing through the nose. Continuous nose breathing helps promote nitric oxide in the bloodstream, which induces the relaxation and dilation of blood vessels and airways. Duct tape or another household tape should not be used for this, as there are specially designed, hypoallergenic strips that are shaped to sit directly on the lips. Some have a small vent that allows for a little mouth breathing. In a small study published in JAMA Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery, mouth taping led to significantly less snoring and fewer instances of lapsed breathing in 30 patients with mild sleep apnea. After starting a chosen therapy, the overnight sleep test should be repeated to confirm that the airway is open and adequate oxygenation levels are being maintained. Additional tips to reduce sleep apnea include: • Lose weight. According to the Sleep Foundation, a loss of 5 to 10 percent of total weight improves obstructive sleep apnea by 38 percent, and weight loss of more than 10 percent results in a nearly 49 percent improvement. • Avoid alcohol and sleeping medications before bedtime, which suppress breathing and cause the airway to sag. • Change from back-sleeping to side-sleeping. More than 50 percent of people with sleep apnea find that their symptoms worsen when they sleep on their backs. Steven Masley is a physician, nutritionist, trained chef, clinical professor at the University of South Florida, chief medical director of KnoWEwell and creator of health programs for public television. He is the author of The 30-Day Heart Tune-Up. Connect at DrMasley.com.

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At other times, athletes are looking for ways to get their mind in gear for fierce competitions and extreme training. The following remedies often prove helpful in such situations. These remedies are based on traditional homeopathic practices and have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. For dosages, consult with a local homeopath.

Homeopathy for Athletes Remedies to Address Common Sports Challenges by Lauri Grossman, DC, CCH, RSHom(NA)

eing physically active is vital to good health, but accidents and injuries are bound to happen. This is where homeopathy can shine. The soccer star David Beckham used homeopathy for his broken foot before competing in the World Cup. James Ellington, the British Olympic sprinter, used homeopathy for muscle and joint pain before his competitions. Champion figure skaters Jayne Torvill and Elvis Stojko used homeopathy for their bruises. These world-class athletes recognized that homeopathic medicines speed healing and get them back in training quickly, and without troublesome side effects.

Arnica, bryonia, hypericum and ruta are goto remedies for sports injuries. According to the National Institutes of Health, more than 6 million Americans and 200 million people worldwide use homeopathy on a regular basis. Evaluating sports and activity injuries has changed. The most helpful remedies may turn out to be those that are not typically thought of for sports injuries. A person’s underlying sensitivities may necessitate a different remedy, one that addresses the whole person, even when their chief complaint is a sprain, bump or bruise.

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Gelsemium sempervirens can bolster the timid athlete that reports a weak stomach, a jittery feeling and weak knees before the starting gun goes off. It can restore their calm and equilibrium. This remedy can ease performance anxiety in other settings as well; it’s a favorite of actors and musicians to relieve stage fright, and executives choose it to calm nerves before major business deals. Nux vomica can help the athlete that is irritable, on edge and needs to chill out before climbing onto the racing block. It can also help the super-competitive kid that loses a game and lambasts fellow team members about how their actions led to the loss. Nux vomica helps them become more amenable to the idea that it is not okay to yell at teammates and shift their focus away from the loss and toward enjoyment of their sport. Aurum metallicum is suited to the intense, idealistic competitor that sets impossibly high goals. From their perspective, it is their duty to win and become depressed if their team does not win. These people, young and old, are hard on themselves. Aurum metallicum can help soften the perspective on winning or losing and shift the mood away from depression. This remedy is also known for its ability to heal headaches that come on after experiencing loss or failure. Natrum sulphuricum can help the athlete that becomes seriously depressed after sustaining a head injury in football, field hockey or other contact sport. It can also help with other types of mood changes after head injuries, as well as troubling physical symptoms. Magnesia phosphorica, which is made from

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magnesium and phosphorus, can help alleviate cramps and muscle spasms that would be improved by heat, such as those earned after a hard workout or challenging day on the golf course. It also offers temporary relief of menstrual cramps. Cuprum metallicum is another approach to managing sudden cramps, especially those in the limbs, hands and feet. Arnica, which is made from a type of mountain daisy, assists the athlete and weekend warrior to relieve muscle aches and stiffness, swelling and discoloration from bruises. It is also available in topical gel, cream and ointment forms that may be applied to the affected area. Lauri Grossman is a chiropractor and certified homeopath in New York City. She has been practicing, teaching and presenting on homeopathy for more than 40 years, and she serves as president of the board of directors for the National Center for Homeopathy, a leader in homeopathic education for 50 years.

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Lowering Our Battery Footprint A Look at Personal Strategies and Emerging Technologies by Kelcie Ottoes

mericans love their disposable batteries. Every year, they buy and discard about 3 billion of these small-sized power sources that keep cellphones, flashlights, toys and computer accessories running. Lithium-ion and alkaline batteries dominate the market due to their efficiency and versatility. While single-use batteries significantly tax the environment, advancements in production, lifespan and recycling can lead to a greener future.

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It isn’t easy to create batteries. For one thing, minerals must be extracted from the Earth. Lithium-rich brine is pumped into evaporation ponds, and after the water evaporates,

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the concentrated brine is processed to harvest the metal. This practice can lead to the contamination of local ecosystems and water basins, toxic emissions and respiratory issues for people living nearby. While sending any item to a landfill is problematic, batteries are especially complicated because they are made with toxic elements such as cadmium, lead, nickel and electrolytes, as well as other chemicals, all of which can leach into the soil and water system. In addition, lithium can ignite and release chemicals into the air. According to Heal The Planet, Americans create 180,000 tons of hazardous waste from batteries annually, including 86,000 tons from alkaline batteries and 160 million cellphone batteries. Although alkaline batteries may legally be thrown out in the regular trash because they fall below federal hazardous waste standards, conscientious citizens recycle them when that option is available, as they contain dangerous elements, including lead. Button cell batteries used in watches and garage door openers contain tiny amounts of mercury and should be recycled. Rechargeable batteries should be taken to a local recycling facility that specializes in batteries. “Sustainability is everything for battery manufacturers, despite what a lot of people think,” says Chris Groves, manager at Groves Batteries and the proprietor of TITAN Lithium. “Recycling is imperative to a sustainable market, as recycled materials can be put back into production chains at a lower cost.” A broad-ranging solution is a circular battery economy: a model of production and consumption that extends the life of a battery and its components as long as possible by sharing, leasing, reusing, repairing, refurbishing and recycling its materials.

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They have a range of more than 600 miles on a single charge and a potential 2.4-million-mile lifetime. Solid-state batteries use lithium, but they generate more power and can take up to seven times more charges in their lifetime without the risk of explosion.

TIPS FOR BATTERY CARE AND RECYCLING

Everyone can help make the most of their batteries with a few simple practices. Disposable Batteries: Turn off devices and remove the batteries when they are not in use. Store batteries so they are not in contact with each other in a place that is below 72°F, but above freezing. Do not toss them out at the expiration date; this is when power starts to decline, but the battery is still usable. To recycle, batteries may be taken to a participating home-improvement store. Find nearby drop-off locations at Call2Recycle.org/locator or Earth911.com. Rechargeable Batteries: Do not leave rechargeable batteries plugged in all the time and do not allow them to drain their power to zero. Power down devices to avoid extra use. On cellphones, turn off the location mode and use the lower-power mode and dim-light settings. Kelcie Ottoes is a writer for sustainable businesses and frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings.

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Calendar of Events Calendar events must be received via email or submitted online by the 10th of the month and adhere to our guidelines. Email kathy@NaturalAwakeningsNJ.com or NaturalAwakeningsNJ.com to submit online.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3 Shamanic Earth Wisdom with Rumi – 1pm. Rumi returns to the Riverside Wellness Center for our first full sit-in class. In this interactive Q & A session we will discuss and practice the shaman’s most useful healing tool - the shamanic journey… as well as other indigenous modalities. In shamanic healing we implore and connect with our spirit guides and ancestors in the upper, middle, and lower worlds. $30. Riverside Wellness & Enchantments, 23 Bridge St., Milford. For information, call 908-4036653. For details and to book online visit RiversideWellnessandEnchantments.com. Chakra Balancing & Aura Cleansing – 6pm-8pm. Recharge Your Inner Battery. Join Howard Mertine of Alternative Therapies Work, LLC, as he hosts a 2-hour guided hypnotic and Reiki-infused journey using mild frequencies to help balance damaged and weakened chakra points, as well as cleanse and reset your overall aura. Leave feeling invigorated & rejuvenated. Call or message to RSVP as seating is limited (8 people). Secure your seat with a paid reservation. $40 per person. Alien Ink Tattoos, 264 Rt 206 S, Unit 3, Flanders. For information and to RSVP, call 973-652-7962 or 908-283-0117, hgmertine@gmail.com. AlternativeTherapiesWork.com.

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hosts a 2-hour guided hypnotic, reikiinfused journey to clear away what is no longer serving you. Giving you a fresh start for all of your future endeavors. Call or message to RSVP as seating is limited (8 people). Secure your seat with a paid reservation. $40 per person. Alien Ink Tattoos, 264 Rt 206 S, Unit 3, Flanders. For information and to RSVP call 973-652-7962 or 908-283-0117, hgmertine@gmail.com. AlternativeTherapiesWork.com.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7 Free Drumming Circle – 3-5pm. Circle to be led by Shaman, Lauren. Experience the uplifting energy vibrations of this Native American drumming. Bring an instrument (drum, rattle, etc.) or just enjoy the experience. A Year and a Day Mystical Shoppe, 413 Bond St., Asbury Park. For information call 848-217-2371 and visit AYearAndADayMysticalShoppe.com. Free Yoga Wednesdays – 7-8 pm.; Feb. 7, 14, 21. Ongoing, free class for all ages and levels, led by a teacher with 25 years of experience. Practice the ancient art of yoga and find strength, flexibility and stability … in both body and mind. No registration necessary. Please wear loose clothing and bring a mat. Bethlehem Township Recreation Center, 405 Mine Rd. Asbury. For more information, email Yoga with Jane at janeschear@ptd. net.

Somatic Sound Healing – 11:30am. Join Leslee Penny for a transformative class that combines the healing powers of somatic sound, breathwork, and stretching for a holistic well-being experience. Somatic sound healing utilizes vibrations to promote balance and harmony, while breathwork enhances awareness, releases tension, and integrates mind-body connections. Somatic stretching focuses on mindful flexibility, gentle movements, and wholebody integration to improve movement patterns. Take the first step toward a more balanced and empowered life. $35. Riverside Wellness & Enchantments, 23 Bridge St., Milford. For information, call 908403-6653. For details and to book online visit RiversideWellnessandEnchantments.com.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8

Tarot Reading with Michael Thomas – 12noon-5pm. Michael Thomas is an intuitive tarot card reader with over 10 years of spiritual experience. Michael utilizes this medium to provide you with life-changing information from God, that can help transform your life regarding any issue or concern. $75. Riverside Wellness & Enchantments, 23 Bridge St., Milford. For information, call 908403-6653. For details and to book online visit RiversideWellnessandEnchantments.com.

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Past Energy Grounding & Clearing – 1-3pm. Get grounded & cleared! Eliminate past baggage, and remove past negative energies Join Howard Mertine of Alternative Therapies Work, LLC, as he

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Expanding Your Consciousness – 7pm. Discussions on navigating the ascension and changing energies of our beloved Earth. It’s a chance to expand your awareness and connect with like-minded individuals and your higher-self. $25. Elevated Soul, 30 Walmart Plaza, Clinton. Space is limited, so RSVP is required to Dave@ElevatedSoul. net.

Mark Your Calendar Join Shaman Janet StraightArrow for this high-energy weekend retreat experience, release what no longer serves you, and welcome the New Year. Experience Transformation, Deep, Profound, Intense Beauty Filled. Feb 10-11 • 2pm-10am Overnight Retreat • $300/$350

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Sunnie’s Open House – 10am-12noon. Are you “stressed out”? Do you want to learn about HeartMath and other techniques so you can calm yourself? Come to Sunnie’s Open House at New Jersey Natural Medicine to learn more about how biofeedback works at relaxing the nervous system and helps manage stress. Mortimer, owner of Natural Resilience, has decades of experience both treating and teaching her patients techniques in stress management. Come see firsthand what all the buzz is about. Free. New Jersey Natural Medicine, 2424 Lamington Rd., Bedminster. For information call 908-310-8070 and visit Natural-Resilience.com. Toltec Shamanic Mitote Ceremony, Dreaming. – 2/10-11; 2pm-10am. Overnight retreat. Join us for this unique opportunity to work with a Shaman in this high-energy experience, release what no longer serves you, and welcome the New Year in this fantastic ceremonial weekend retreat with Janet StraightArrow. Experience Transformation, Deep, Profound, Intense Beauty Filled. This Mitote will have an additional practice to help us awaken and release the illusions so we can see them inside and outside us. $300/$350. Be The Medicine, 247 North Road, Chester. 973-6472500. BetheMedicine.com. Singing Bowls with Ruth Ratliiff – 4pm. Join us in the Scalar Energy Field for an hour of singing bowls. $40. Advanced Frequency Energy Spa, 431 Rte 22 E (Bishop’s Plaza), Whitehouse Station. 888-460-4050, text 908-864-8111. AdvancedFrequencyEnergySpa.com.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11 Uncover, Recover, Discover – 2pm. Feeling stuck? Isolated in your suffering? Ready to discover a way forward to new choices? We meet in a safe group of like-minded seekers, pushing through boundaries to gain a better understanding of who we are and where we’re going. $35. Riverside Wellness & Enchantments, 23 Bridge St., Milford. For information, call 908-4036653. For details and to book online visit RiversideWellnessandEnchantments.com.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14 Cacao Ceremony – 7:30-9:30pm. Guided by our store shamanic practitioner, Lauren will teach about the power of cacao, hold space for a guided journey and provide a sound bath for everyone to enjoy. A cacao ceremony uses the medicinal power of this power plant to connect to yourself in a deeper, loving way, be more in your heart space and heal from within. Participants must bring their own mug and have an empty stomach. No one on antidepressants should participate in this event. $35 per

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person; pre-registration required. A Year and a Day Mystical Shoppe, 413 Bond St., Asbury Park. For information call 848-217-2371 and visit AYearAndADayMysticalShoppe.com.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Healing Circle – 7:30-9:30pm. Reiki Practitioners and energy healers discuss and share experiences and techniques and practice your skills working on one another. $10 per person; pre-registration required. A Year and a Day Mystical Shoppe, 413 Bond St., Asbury Park. For information call 848-217-2371 and visit AYearAndADayMysticalShoppe.com.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17 Past Lives Regression Workshop – 6-8pm. Let’s take a look into your past—past lives, that is! Join Howard Mertine (of Alternative Therapies Work, LLC) in partnership with Everett Magie (of Alien Ink Tattoos), as we host a two-hour guided hypnotic journey to take you into your own past lives! You may even uncover why you do some of the things you do in your current life! Space is limited (8 people). Secure your seat with a paid reservation. $40 per person. Alien Ink Tattoos, 264 Rt 206 S, Unit 3, Flanders. For information and to RSVP call 973-652-7962 or 908-283-0117, hgmertine@gmail.com. AlternativeTherapiesWork.com.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18 Tarot Reading with Michael Thomas – 12noon-5pm. Michael Thomas is an intuitive tarot card reader with over 10 years of spiritual experience. Michael utilizes this medium to provide you with life-changing information from God, that can help transform your life regarding any issue or concern. $75. Riverside Wellness & Enchantments, 23 Bridge St., Milford. For information, call 908403-6653. For details and to book online visit RiversideWellnessandEnchantments.com. Pendulum Divination Workshop – 1-3pm. Develop your psychic talents Learn the art of pendulum divination! Join Howard Mertine of Alternative Therapies Work, as we host a class in the art of pendulum divination! Connect with your higher self, lost loved ones & your own spirit guides. Receive divine answers to burning questions in minutes! Includes booklet and pendulum kit. Call to RSVP as seating is limited (8 people). Secure your seat with a paid reservation. $40 per person. Alien Ink Tattoos, 264 Rt 206 S, Unit 3, Flanders. For information and to RSVP call 973-652-7962 or 908-283-0117, hgmertine@ gmail.com. AlternativeTherapiesWork.com.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Change Your Life with Hypnosis – 6:309:15pm; Zoom. Barry Wolfson leads three one-hour virtual sessions. Take any or all. Stop Smoking with Hypnosis – 6:307:30pm. Lose Weight with Hypnosis – 7:308:30pm. Reduce Stress with Hypnosis – 8:30-9:15pm. $60 each session. For information and link to sessions, contact Barry at 908-303-7767, 610-353-2330 or barry@hypnosiscounselingcenter.com.

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Change Your Life with Hypnosis – 9-11:45am. Barry Wolfson leads three one-hour sessions. Take any or all. Stop Smoking with Hypnosis – 9-10am. Lose Weight with Hypnosis – 10-11am. Reduce Stress with Hypnosis – 11-11:45am. $60 each session. Hypnosis Counseling Center, 28 Mine St., Flemington. For information, contact Barry at 908-303-7767 or barry@hypnosiscounselingcenter.com. HypnosisCounselingCenter.com. Fundamentals of Sound Healing – Feb. 2425; 11am-7pm. Learn the fundamentals of sound healing using Himalayan-style handhammered bronze bowls. This 2-day, 16-hour sound healing training focuses on the theory and practice of using sound, specifically the powerful tones and vibrations of large handhammered bronze singing bowls along with other tools, for healing the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual bodies. $555. Riverside Wellness & Enchantments, 23 Bridge St., Milford. For information, call 908-403-6653. For details and to book visit RiversideWellnessandEnchantments.com. Basic Pranic Healing class – Feb. 24-25; 9am-5pm. This 2-day class teaches all the core Pranic Healing techniques so students will be able to work on themselves and others. Included in the class tuition is luncheon and snacks both days, and a closing Fire Ceremony. Upon completion, all students will be eligible for Pranic Healing Bucks County’s practice groups and other activities for Pranic Healers. $450 (earlybird $425 by Feb. 1). Pranic Healing Bucks County, The Farm, 36 S. Middlebush Rd., Somerset. For information call 267-300-4599, email PranicHealingBucksCounty@gmail.com, and visit JoyOfLearningPranicHealing.com.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25 Uncover, Recover, Discover – 2pm. Feeling stuck? Isolated in your suffering? Ready to discover a way forward to new choices? We meet in a safe group of like-minded seekers, pushing through boundaries to gain a better understanding of who we are and where we’re going. $35. Riverside Wellness & Enchantments, 23 Bridge St., Milford. For information, call 908-4036653. For details and to book online visit RiversideWellnessandEnchantments.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 14 Expanding Your Consciousness – 7pm. Discussions on navigating the ascension and changing energies of our beloved Earth. It’s a chance to expand your awareness and connect with like-minded individuals and your higher self. $25. Elevated Soul, 30 Walmart Plaza, Clinton. Space is limited, so RSVP is required to Dave@ElevatedSoul.net.

SATURDAY, MARCH 16 Channeling and Automatic Writing – 10am-5pm. An excellent opportunity to awaken spiritual connections and gifts, and

write with greater flow for all your projects and marketing. Join Janet as she creates a high-energy container and opens you to a path of awareness to receive abundantly. Tap into your wisdom and creativity concerning your life, health, daily life, soul purpose, and more. $325. Be The Medicine, 247 North Road, Chester. 973-647-2500. BeTheMedicine.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 24 Holistic Health & Healing Expo (HHH Expo) – 11am-5pm. Join us for a transformative experience: sample incredible products; indulge in therapeutic treatments; and gain wisdom from experts in holistic health, mindfulness, spiritual growth and sustainable living practices. Admission is free. Some workshops have a fee. Doubletree by Hilton, 2349 Marlton Pike W., Cherry Hill. For information and to register, visit NJ.HHHExpo.com.

THURSDAY, APRIL 18 Expanding Your Consciousness – 7pm. Discussions on navigating the ascension and changing energies of our beloved Earth. It’s a chance to expand your awareness and connect with like-minded individuals and your higher-self. $25. Elevated Soul, 30 Walmart Plaza, Clinton. Space is limited, so RSVP is required to Dave@ElevatedSoul.net.

SUNDAY, APRIL 21 The Protected Healer–Seeker 2024 – 10am-5pm; in-person or Zoom. Learn how to see, feel, clear and even avoid energy attacks in your life, work, and play. These are powerful and essential teachings for healers and everyone. Led by practicing shaman, Reiki master, healer, and teacher Janet StraightArrow. No fear. No blame. No judgment or doubt. Instead, we gain awareness, wisdom, and knowledge and learn how easy it is to take action that keeps us safe, well, and able to help others. $325. Be The Medicine (Online In-PersonSessions-Classes-Retreats) - 247 North Rd., Chester, NJ. For information, call 973-6472500 and visit BeTheMedicine.com.

SAVE THE DATE Reiki 1 Energy Healing Training Heal You and Others Comprehensive Course. Reiki Master Janet StraightArrow leads this practical, comprehensive, professional-level course offers personal healing and energy work teachings in addition to Reiki attunements, meditations, and practice. May 4-5 • 10am-4pm • $390 Be The Medicine 247 North Rd., Chester 973-647-2500 • BeTheMedicine.com

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Daily One Hour Yoga – Each day except Monday. Class begins with meditation and end with a final relaxation/restorative practice. $18. Riverside Wellness & Enchantments, 23 Bridge St., Milford. Book at RiversideWellnessandEnchantments. com. 908-403-6653.

Sunday Qi Gong with JoeyG – 10:30am. Join us in the Scalar Energy Field for an hour of qi gong with an energetic kick. $40. Advanced Frequency Energy Spa, 431 Rte 22 E (Bishop’s Plaza), Whitehouse Station. 888-460-4050, text 908-864-8111. AdvancedFrequencyEnergySpa.com.

Monday Wu Ji Jing Gong Qi Gong - Beyond Beginners – 12noon-1pm. Patty Pagano guides students into greater depth analysis and refinement of movements. Prerequisite Wu Ji Jing Gong Qi Gong for beginners. Series discounts: $80/4-wk or drop in $25. Private sessions also available. Martinsville Community Center, 1961 Washington Valley Rd., Martinsville. 908392-1313 or pattygigongforhealing@gmail. com. QiGongForHealing.com.

SAVE THE DATE Reiki 2 Advanced Training for Reiki 1 Grads Weekly on Tuesdays / Local & Zoom Reiki Master Janet StraightArrow leads this magical blend of Reiki attunements, teachings, and practice for self-healing and healing others to assist you in building your immunity, staying well and energized, and learning to send healing energy to someone in the next room or across the world. Feb 27 - Mar 26 • 7-9:15pm • $525 Be The Medicine 247 North Rd., Chester 973-647-2500 • BeTheMedicine.com Wu Ji Jing Gong Qi Gong - Beyond Beginners – 8-9pm; Zoom. Patty Pagano guides students into greater depth analysis and refinement of movements. Prerequisite Wu Ji Jing Gong Qi Gong for beginners. Series discounts: $60/4-wk or drop in $20. 908-392-1313 or pattygigongforhealing@ gmail.com. QiGongForHealing.com.

Wu ji Jing Gong Taichi Beyond Beginners – 5-6pm. Patty Pagano leads class focused on the healing aspect of the art with emphasis on developing taichi self practice to gather and direct Qi within your body. Prereq: Wu Ji Jing Gong Taichi for Beginners. Led by Patty Pagano. Series disc: $80/4-wk or drop in $25. Martinsville Community Center, 1961 Washington Valley Rd., Martinsville. Private sessions available. 908-392-1313 or pattygigongforhealing@ gmail.com. QiGongForHealing.com. Reiki 2 Advanced Training for Reiki 1 Grads – 7-9:15pm. Local and Zoom. Weekly on Tuesdays 2/27-3/26, 2024. Enjoy a magical blend of reiki attunements, teachings, and practice for self-healing and healing others in the next room or across the world. Build your immunity, stay well and energized. Receive deep personal healing throughout course. Led by Reiki Master Janet StraightArrow. $525. Be The Medicine, 247 North Rd, Chester. For information, call 973-647-2500 and visit BetheMedicine.com.

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repeating movements that will help you relax and open your mind, body and qi plus principles of alignment. No prereq req. Led by Patty Pagano. $80/4-wk or drop in $25. Private sessions available. Move in Grace, 294 Main St., Chester. 908392-1313 or pattygigongforhealing@gmail. com. QiGongForHealing.com.

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SAVE THE DATES 2024 BeTheMedicine.com Feb 10-11 / Shamanic Toltec Mitote Retreat Feb 27-Mar 26 / Reiki 2 Training and Remote Healing Mar 16 / Channeling and Automatic Writing Apr 21 / The Protected Healer - Seeker May 4-5 / Reiki 1 Self-Healing-Others Jun 28-30 / Treasure Yourself Woman’s Retreat Jul 26-28 / Shamanic Vision Quest Retreat Lauren Lia LCSW for a free virtual 15-minute consultation to determine if she might be a good fit for your counseling needs! Read about Lauren and her specialties at our website, Healing-Pathways.org/team. Schedule via phone/text at 908-434-6008, or admin@healing- pathways.org. Meditation4Sobriety – 5:30-6:30pm, online, Chakra, 12-step Meditation including breathwork, mudras, guided visual meditations, and journaling with Tanya D, founder of The Peace We Crave. Donationbased. tanyad@thepeacewecrave.com. yoga4sobriety.com/schedule. Free Yoga Wednesdays – 7-8 pm.; Feb. 7, 14, 21. Ongoing, free class for all ages and levels, led by a teacher with 25 years of experience. Practice the ancient art of yoga and find strength, flexibility and stability … in both body and mind. No registration necessary. Please wear loose clothing and bring a mat. Bethlehem Township Recreation Center, 405 Mine Rd. Asbury. For more information, email Yoga with Jane at janeschear@ptd.net.

Thursday Spiritual Life Coaching – 12noon5pm. Learn to trust yourself through reaching for a better understanding of why we do what we do. $55. Riverside Wellness & Enchantments, 23 Bridge St., Milford. 908-403-6653. Book online at RiversideWellnessandEnchantments.com. Wu Ji Jing Gong Qi Gong: Beginners – 1pm; Zoom. Students learn 15 meditative and repeating movements that will help you relax and open your mind, body and qi plus principles of alignment. No prereq req. Led by Patty Pagano. Series disc: $60/4-wk or drop in $20. Private sessions available. 908-392-1313 or pattygigongforhealing@ gmail.com. QiGongForHealing.com. Wu Ji Jing Gong Qi Gong: Beginners – 7:30-8:30pm. Students learn 15 meditative and repeating movements that will help you relax and open your mind, body and qi plus principles of alignment. No prereq req. Led by Patty Pagano. Series disc: $80/4-wk or drop in $20. Martinsville Community Ctr, 1962 Washington Valley Rd., Martinsville. Private sessions available. 908-392-1313 or pattygigongforhealing@gmail.com. QiGongForHealing.com.

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DR. ANDY ROSENFARB, ND, LAC, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine; Board Certified in Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine 332 South Ave East, Westfield 908-928-0060 • AcuVisionTherapy.com

Dr. Rosenfarb is world renowned in the field of holistic eye health and passionate about helping people with degenerative eye diseases. Call now to qualify for your free copy of his ground-breaking book, Recover Your Vision. Additional specialties include glaucoma, retinitis pigmentosa and diabetic retinopathy.See ad, page 29.

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Healing Pathways is a private therapy practice offering trauma-informed, client centered counseling services to adults (18+). Our therapists hold specialties in EMDR, prolonged exposure therapy, art therapy, and other modalities all aimed at helping our valued clients achieve relief and healing. See ad, page 22.

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Alleviations of allergies, phobias, trauma, addictions, anxieties, PTSD & various other afflictions. Past life regressions, building confidence and self-esteem, Certified Hypnotherapist, Certified NLP instructor and practitioner, Certified Reiki Master & practitioner, card reading and pendulum divination, motivational speaker and coach, holistic healer. See ad, page 13.

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Over 35 years of experience. We offer traditional counseling methods and the art of hypnotherapy in private and group settings, in person or virtual, for weight loss, stress, smoking, confidence building, phobias, insomnia, test taking, sports improvement, public speaking, and more. See ad, page 9.

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The body is designed to heal itself but structural issues, toxins, lack of nutrients or an emotional component can affect overall health. We offer Whole-istic healing techniques including Neuroemotional Technique, Active Release techniques, Activator, Flexion Distraction and more! See ad, page 23.

Master Clinical Hypnotist Certified in 5 Path ® Hypnosis, 7th Path ® Self Hypnosis, Reiki, Healing Touch & Guided Meditations. We identify & address the root cause allowing our clients to move forward and heal. Offering classes in 7th Path ® Self Hypnosis and Reiki Level 1 & 2. When all else fails, Hypnosis Works! Call for Free Consultation.

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Are you seeking deeper meaning in your life? Are you stressed and ready for a change? Tired of being in both physical or emotional pain? We offer spiritual development, meditation and mini-me yoga classes, which have been helping people live more productive, happier lives.

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Naturopathic Medicine

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Since 2004, NJNM has treated patients with naturopathic, Chinese, ayurvedic and biological medicine. Our guiding principa: to observe and treat the whole person, not just symptoms to identify and treat the root cause of illness, help restore balance and promote optimal health. See ad, page 27.

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Natural Awakenings Readers...Looking for a More Natural Approach for Your Dentistry? Choosing a new dentist can be a real challenge.

How do you know who is really a holistic dentist? Here are several things to look out for when choosing... • • • • • • •

They DON’T use mercury containing fillings because mercury is one of the most toxic substances known to man. They DON’T remove mercury fillings without protection because inhaled mercury vapors can be easily absorbed by the body. They DON’T recommend Root Canals because they harbor bacteria and toxins. They DON’T use conventional standards for their cleanings because tap water and chemicals are full of toxic substances. They DON’T use fluoride because it has been shown to be a neurotoxin. They DON’T use metal in their restorations because many people have metal allergies and sensitivities. They DON’T treat sensitive patients without biocompatibility testing because allergic reactions and system reactions can occur which burden the body.

At the Holistic Dental Center, we strive to give our patients a “True” Holistic Dental Experience... Even Holistic Practitioners become our patients! Dr. Glenn Gero, Naturopathic Physician:

“I was seeing a dentist for over 30 years, and when I was invited to try the Holistic Dental Center for the first time, I was so impressed with the office....The best dental experience I have ever had in my life.”

Lisa Mack, Certified Thermographic Technician:

“What I see in my Thermography, I see inflammation in the mouth, how important it is, you see the bacteria draining down into the lymphatic system and from there I always refer patients to the Holistic Dental Center. Why? Because they can test that bacteria to see exactly what it is so from there he can help you. I am also a patient of the Holistic Dental Center and I absolutely love coming here. The one thing that I love about the center is that when you walk in, it’s like you’re family. They are very caring and very loving and when you walk out of here you feel like you’ve been well taken care of....”

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“Every health problem begins in the mouth...I am also a patient of the Holistic Dental Center and the reason I go holistic is because I understand that every health problem begins with your mouth...I love the staff, I love also the cleanings that they do here and I am also very aware of the benefits of going holistic...I really highly recommend the Holistic Dental Center and its staff!”

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