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After an Accident

Getting Proper Care is Crucial Dr. Magaziner has been caring for accident victims for over 25 years.

His philosophy is to provide a comprehensive evaluation as soon as possible after the accident. The reason that timing is critical, even after a low-speed car accident, is that the forces exerted on the body during a collision can cause a lot of hidden soft-tissue injuries that may not show up until days or weeks after the car injury occurred.

Emergency room doctors have to focus on immediate, life-threatening injuries first. More often than not once a life-threatening injury is ruled out auto accident victims, are sent home from the emergency room with some pain relievers and little to no recommendation for further treatment.

This type of trauma commonly causes muscle, ligament, joint and disc injuries which if not promptly treated could lead to more serious and chronic conditions. Absolutely do not under estimate the seriousness of your injuries regardless of the amount of pain you are immediately experiencing.

You need to pay attention to the warning signs such as: Neck pain or stiffness, headaches, dizziness, back

pain, confusion or trouble concentrating, numbness or tingling, ringing in the ears, jaw pain, depression and fatigue.

Dr. Magaziner specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of acute traumatic injuries. Once an accurate diagnosis is made, Dr. Magaziner will design a specific treatment plan for your condition.

Dr. Magaziner’s philosophy is to start with the more conservative treatments (less invasive) first such as physical therapy or chiropractic care. The Center for Spine, Sports, Pain Management and Orthopedics Regenerative Medicine centrally located in North Brunswick, New Jersey, specializes in non-invasive interventional pain treatments designed to reduce pain and heal the injured regions. There are many nonsurgical treatments which are effective in the treatment of traumatic injuries.

Highly respected by his peers, Dr. Magaziner has been the CEO of the New Jersey Interventional Pain Society, a clinical

professor at Robert Wood Johnson University and an assistant professor at the New York Medical College. Dr. Magaziner is on the cutting edge of new procedures designed to reduce pain and regenerate injured tissue. He has successfully treated thousands of patient’s who have suffered a traumatic injury.

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If you have suffered a traumatic injury and have acute or chronic pain, call our office today to schedule a comprehensive evaluation to determine how we can help!

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The Holistic Dental Center Working Together with Other Holistic Practitioners to Create a True Holistic Approach to Your Health

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team approach to your overall health and it starts at the Holistic they don’t see, I do, and vice versa, seeing dental infections and Dental Center in Millburn, New Jersey, with their highly skilled how they can affect organ systems through meridians or directly and team of trained professionals in holistic and biological dentistry. From utilizing the benefits of networking with a holistic practitioner can and their award winning doctors and their state of the art technology to does make all the difference in patient care…I wouldn’t have it any their use of ozone and self-healing therapies, they are committed other way,” Dr. Gashinsky says about working with other practitioners. to not only treating your dental related symptoms, but also, the root So if you’re looking for an approach that is inclusive of all aspects cause thereby eliminating disease and promoting optimal health. of holistic care, visit Dr. Gashinsky and his team at The Holistic Dental Little did conventional practitioners know so many years ago that Center in Millburn, New Jersey. It’s their priority to ensure complete it took more than just looking at the mouth. A generation ago there holistic care by promoting the benefits of holism. “It’s not just your was a disconnect, a thought that our mouth and teeth had no bearing teeth anymore,” as he says, “It never was,” but now they have the on the health of the rest of our body. Now more and more research ability to not just treat overall disease but truly prevent and promote has been showing that there is a strong connection between dental whole body wellness. disease and systemic health. Dr. Gashinsky, Holistic Dentist, has always known that. A holistic approach to health is multifaceted, so he Other than being a dentist for 40 years, Dr. Vladimir Gashinsky, is a has built a network of healthcare practitioners to assist his patients in certified nutritional consultant, Accredited by the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology, SMART certified and a Naturopathic obtaining their desired level of optimal wellness. doctor “My passion for learning is never complete, I will continue to Working hand in hand with Naturopaths, Functional Medicine research and learn the latest in alternative treatments and team up practitioners and many others in the field of holistic medicine has with the best in the fields of holistic and alternative medicine to bring expanded Dr. Gashinsky’s ability to help more people. “I find it to be my patients the best treatments available, this I can assure you.” incredibly fulfilling to work synergistically with these practitioners to be able to improve patients’ health so dramatically. Some are coming Holistic Dental Center is located at 91 Millburn Avenue, Millburn, to me so very sick and by working together we’re seeing drastic New Jersey. For more information, call (973) 457-4688 or visit improvements in their quality of life,” says Dr. Gashinsky.

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Dr. Gashinsky feels strongly in the need to practice in such a manner as to take patients whole health into consideration. So much so, that he traveled to Switzerland this past spring to visit the Paracelsus Clinic and Swiss BioHealth Clinic; two healthcare models that promote the oral-body connection, to study their holistic approach to patient care. Dr. Gashinsky says, “To truly practice holism; the thought that everything is understood in relation to the whole and not just its parts, it’s important to remember that when treating a person it’s not just what one practitioner does, but how they can work together to improve the final outcome.”

“Finding and working with like minded practitioners to help my patients has not only been professionally satisfying, but also on a personal level knowing that my patients are being well taken care of,” say Dr. Gashinksy. “Finding and addressing the root cause of disease in all our disciplines is the key to success in our patients’ health. What __________________________________________ A D V E R T O R I A L __________________________________________

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strology is more than a horoscope in a magazine, it’s a complex language system that can provide the tools to grow and thrive. Blossoming into Light is excited to announce that Fairlie Theta will be offering a workshop and astrological and transit chart readings on March 28.

Using a person’s unique personal information, evolutionary astrologer, Fairlie Theta, casts a natal chart and walks them through the energies they carry into this life and the directions they’re asked to explore.

The sessions, which must be booked and paid for in advance, will last between 45 to 50 minutes. Participants receive a reading of the chart along with a copy to take home.

The workshop, held at 3:00 p.m., delves into how astrology can be a valuable tool for personal and spiritual development. It’s designed to help participants translate the language of astrology and help to decode the secrets of one’s personal chart and its implications for the higher self, creative potential and their interactions with the world.

Registration includes materials. Please provide place of birth, date, and time of birth at registration.

Cost: $111 for astrology session with chart; $50 for workshop. Location: Blossoming into Light, 31 Fairmount Avenue, Suite 105, Chester. For the astrological reading, contact Sue or Leslie at 862-222-4268 or email Info@BlossomingIntoLight-Chester.com. For the workshop, register at AstrologyWorkshopFairlie.Eventbrite.com or use the information above.

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Studio Yoga Madison’s Annual Open House

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tudio Yoga Madison will host its Annual Open House, celebrating 31 years in the Madison area, on March 29 from 12 noon to 6:00 p.m. Everyone is invited to explore a wide variety of free miniclasses, sign up for a raffle for free classes and have fun in special events for the entire family. Refreshments are available throughout the afternoon.

Participants can enjoy different classes every hour including Yoga for Everyone, Yoga for 3-6 year olds, Yoga for Sports, Zumba, Belly Dance, Tai Chi & Chi Gong, Improv For Beginners, Meditation, Reiki and Singing Bowls.

This year, the studio is introducing three remarkable new classes. Sandee Moreta is teaching Using Your Intuition for SelfHealing, Alaka Palsole is facilitating Yoga for Bone Strength and Jeff Heilman is teaching a class in Empowering Self Care.

Studio Yoga Madison is offering new students a 25% discount, and current students a 10% discount, on sets of 5, 10 and 20 classes purchased during the open house. First-time students can take advantage of the 30 For $50 special (unlimited classes for 30 days).

Studio Yoga Madison is a caring environment where students of all levels and ages learn under the guidance of expert teachers.

Location: 2 Green Village Road, Madison. For more information and to view the schedule, call 973-966-1400, email Staff@StudioYogaMadison. com or visit StudioYogaMadison.com. See Yoga listing, page 50.

Working with Universal Energy in 2020: Year of the Metal Rat

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n Chinese astrology, 2020 is the Year of the Rat and marks a fresh beginning of the 12-year cycle. Coupled with the vernal equinox, this is a double beginning this year, making it the perfect time for a life reset. From noon to 4 p.m., on March 21, the Metaphysical Center of New Jersey is pleased to present a workshop featuring philosophy teacher and 25th generation Taoist spiritual healer, Dr. Mei Jin Lu, who will combine teachings respecting the vernal equinox and the Year of the Metal Rat. This is an opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of Eastern healing modalities and will focus on planning important events.

In this packed-full workshop, Lu will cover how the Year of the Metal Rat will affect people, society and the environment, including this year’s dramatic impact on thinking and behavior patterns, when to manifest goals and how to avoid negative patterns.

Additionally, she will delve into how the energy of the spring equinox can assist in removing blocks and releasing negative energy in order to progress. One can take this opportunity to renew interests and passions that have been hibernating through the winter.

Combining the symbolism of the above traditional observances of the spring equinox, with the Year of the Metal Rat tips and guidance, will energize the year and provide the tools to effectively plan important activities with a high confidence of success.

Tickets: $55 non-member, $40 MCNJ/USHQA member, $25 Students with ID. Location: Hyatt Regency Hotel Plaza Ballroom, 3 Speedwell Ave., Morristown. To register, visit MetaphysicalCenter. org. For more information, call 973-702-8443. MetaphysicalCenter. org. See ad, page 17.

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Grand Re-Opening of HiLife Vitamins

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inding high-end vitamins and supplements is easier than ever before at HiLife Vitamins, with their priority shipping and local presence in the Chatham area. They offer over 5,000 trusted products and professional doctor lines and soon will be providing health sessions with highly qualified nutritionists for free at their store. The dedicated staff at HiLife Vitamins is committed to helping their customers become more aware of their overall health and how the right vitamins and supplements can impact it. In addition, they also offer CBD products in the form of gummies, teas, oils, pain relief cream and lotion.

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itch stress and find joy and inner peace with paint, music and aromatherapy. Learn how to paint and be free to explore how colors can take on a life of their own. Simple techniques can create a soulful painting, while music and essential oils will accentuate the freedom of the heart. On March 15, from 1 to 4 p.m., join visual artist, art-pedagogue and health coach Mona Salminen for a workshop journey into Intuitive Painting complete with music, meditation and essential oils.

Scientific research has shown that creating intuitively with art reduces stress, encourages creative thinking and brain activity and enhances memory and cognitive abilities. Paint, breathe, play, wonder and journey in a fun-loving, supportive setting with other heart-centered women. Salminen will diffuse Young Living Essential Oils and there will be opportunity to try different scents to enhance the painting experience.

Salminen has a broad education in art, healing and coaching. She has been working with individuals and groups in intuitive paining, yoga, meditation and wellness for more than 20 years. In the last few years, she has solely focused on supporting women that are going through transitions in their lives and has a private practice in Rockaway, where she welcomes her clients both in person and over the phone.

Location: Parsley, 30 Wall Street, Rockaway. For more information and to register, call Mona at 949-315-5051 or visit MonaSalminen. com/Express-Yourself. See ad on page 10.

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Learn Reiki at Niyama Yoga & Wellness Studio

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reated in the late 1800s in Japan, reiki means universal life energy. It promotes the balance and restoration of the body and mind plus facilitates the power within each of us to assist in our own healing. This non-invasive practice uses the touch of the healer’s hand to the client in a gentle and respectful manner.

Reiki focuses on all aspects of the client—emotional, mental, physical and spiritual healing. Niyama Yoga and Wellness Studio, in Randolph, is hosting two reiki classes in order to teach participants about the benefits of this healing modality. The Reiki Level 1 class will be held from 6 to 9 p.m., on April 18, and from 12:30 to 8 p.m., on April 19. The Reiki Level 2 class will be held from 6 to 9 p.m., on June 6, and from 12:30 to 8 p.m., on June 7.

Participants will train under the guidance of Rosie Lazroe, Reiki Master Teacher, Integrated Energy Therapist, E-RYT 200. Niyama’s linage follows The Usui System of Natural Healing, created

by Dr. Mikao Usui.

Reiki can relieve stress, fatigue and tension and accelerate physical healing. It can reduce and eliminate pain, calm emotions and nerves and induce relaxation. Classes are limited to 20 people.

For syllabus and course details, contact the studio.

Location: Niyama Yoga & Wellness Studio, 1250 Sussex Turnpike, Randolph. For information, call 973-500-2939 or visit NiyamaYogaStudio.com. See ad, page 8.

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Natural Awakenings Looking for Cover Artists

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reative individuals that would like to see their work featured on the cover of a nationally distributed magazine now have an exceptional opportunity. Natural Awakenings is extending a call for cover art and accepting submissions online via a dedicated webpage. Now in its 26th year, the franchised, monthly, healthy living publication that’s available in more than 70 U.S. markets is known for eye-catching covers that feature original works by artists from around the world.

“This is an exciting opportunity for artists to be featured on one of our covers and reach a huge new audience because our monthly readership exceeds 2.5 million,” says founder and CEO Sharon Bruckman. Selected artists that grant permission to have their work appear on a cover are featured in a one-third page, professionally written “Cover Artist” bio-style piece that describes the artist and includes their contact information.

Natural Awakenings covers reflect monthly editorial themes and a variety of selections are distributed to all franchise publishers so they can choose which they want to use. “Our covers are creative and help convey our mission of mapping out alternate routes to a healthier, happier and longer life,” says Bruckman.

“Art that is inspiring, uplifting and occasionally whimsical can unlock our imagination and nurture our spirit.”

For more information, including a list of monthly themes, submission terms and format requirements, visit NaturalAwakenings.com/ CoverArt. See ad, page 48.

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Structural Integration for Shoulder Release

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hether it’s from an exercise injury, sitting at the computer or excessive driving, life can take a toll on the body.

Structural Integration therapy can help relieve chronic aches and pains for whole-body, lasting relief.

On March 17, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., Ed Hemberger, certified in Structural Integration, will be leading a short presentation and demonstration on how this groundbreaking therapy works to release the shoulder girdle.

Structural Integration was created by Ida Rolf, a New York biochemist who studied alternative methods of body work and healing in the 1920s. Rolf believed that aches and pains arise from basic imbalances in posture and alignment, which are reinforced over time by gravity and learned responses among muscles and fascia, the sheath-like connective tissue that surrounds and binds muscles. This therapy allows a person to “restructure” muscles and fascia.

The shoulder is a complex structure of muscles and tendons.

With all of these moving parts, it’s easy for things to go wrong.

Structural integration lengthens the fascia, which brings alignment back to the structure and allows for range of motion. Hemberger explains, “This form of body therapy has not only helped me in treating my patients, but was the paramount factor in their recovery.” It helps relieve tension in the body as it becomes more balanced and symmetrical, allowing bones and muscles to do their proper jobs.

Cost: $10. Location: Flowers Healing Arts, 460 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair. For more information and to RSVP, call 973-462-3112 or visit HembergerStructuralIntegration.com. See ad, page 24.

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he Wellness Gala is offering free General Admission on March 29, from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m., at the Birchwood Manor in Whippany. This allinclusive event features mini sessions with experts in the fields of health, beauty and wellness, live music, unique vendors and hors d’oeuvres.

Mini sessions include massage, acupuncture, anti-aging, aromatherapy, chiropractic, yoga, energy healing, nutritional counseling, mind-body stress management and much more!

The first keynote presentation, starting at 12:30 p.m., is Dr. Bernie Siegel, NY Times best-selling author and pioneer in holistic healthcare presenting “The Art of Healing.” At 5:30 p.m., Ray Sette, renowned spiritualist, intuitive/astrologer, author and medium, will present his gift to the crowd. Book signings will follow both keynote speakers.

At 2:30 p.m., Hanson Tse will allow participants to sample their innate human potential as they accelerate their understanding of an expanded awareness for body, mind, emotion and spirit. Other guest speakers include Shira, a psychic medium, pet communicator and author, at 3:00 p.m., and mandala medium and intuitive, Lee Grabarczyk.

Tickets for one keynote speaker are $50 with unlimited mini sessions, guest speakers are $30 and include a personal reading. Limited seating available. The Premier Pass includes both keynotes, meet and greet book signings, unlimited mini sessions and special discounts for $89 (value of $145).

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Practice Yoga to Help the Brain It’s long been known that vigorous, sweaty aerobics strengthen the brain and help grow new neurons, but the latest research from the University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign shows that practicing gentle hatha yoga enhances many of those same brain structures and functions. The analysis, published in Brain Plasticity, examined 11 studies that used brain-imaging techniques to evaluate outcomes of hatha yoga, which involves body movements, meditation and breathing exercises. The researchers concluded that the hippocampus, which is involved in memory processing and typically shrinks with age, increased in volume with yoga. The amygdala, which helps regulate emotions, tends to be larger in yoga practitioners. Other brain regions that are larger or more efficient in enthusiasts are the prefrontal cortex, essential to planning and decision-making; the default mode network, involved in planning and memory; and the cingulate cortex, which plays a key role in emotional regulation, learning and memory.

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Catch Some Rays to Boost Gut Health Fresh evidence is emerging of a skin-gut axis that links type B ultraviolet (UVB) exposure to the microbiome, a finding that has implications for those suffering from autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. University of British Columbia researchers divided 21 healthy young women into two groups: Nine took vitamin D supplements during Vancouver’s long, dark winter, and 12 didn’t. After three months, only the non-supplement-takers tested as being deficient in vitamin D. Both groups were exposed to three, one-minute, fullbody UVB light sessions; within a week, vitamin D levels increased 10 percent on average and the gut microbiota diversity of the low-D group rose to match that of the sufficient-D group.

Along with other probiotic bacteria, Lachnospiraceae species, typically low in the guts of people with inflammatory diseases, increased with the UVB exposure.

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Researchers from Beijing Geriatric Hospital, in a meta-analysis of 12 studies involving 47,523 patients with cardiovascular disease, found that those that supplemented with folic acid (vitamin B9) reduced their risk of stroke by 15 percent. Folic acid, which the study authors called a “safe and inexpensive therapy,” lowers levels of homocysteine, an amino acid linked to heart disease; research indicates that 0.5 to 5 milligrams daily can reduce homocysteine levels by approximately 25 percent.

In a rural region of China where gastric cancer is common, researchers found in a two-decade study that two approaches—antibiotics and vitamin/mineral supplements— protected against it. Both methods, as well as a garlic supplement, significantly reduced death rates from the cancer. Peking University Cancer Hospital and Institute researchers enrolled 3,365 residents ages 35 to 64 from 13 villages with symptoms of H. pylori, a gut bacteria linked to increased risk of ulcers and cancer. Two weeks of conventional antibiotics treatment reduced the risk of gastric cancer over a 22-year period, and twice-daily supplements of 250 milligrams (mg) of vitamin C, 100 international units of vitamin E and 37.5 micrograms of selenium taken for seven years also reduced gastric cancer incidence. Garlic in the form of 400 mg aged garlic extract and one mg of steam-distilled garlic oil was given to a third group for seven years. All three treatments significantly slashed the gastric cancer fatality rate.

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Balance Water Consumption for Cognitive Health Drinking either not enough or too much water can decrease cognitive performance in older women, Penn State University researchers reported in the European Journal of Nutrition.

In a nationwide study, 1,271 women and 1,235 men over age 60 gave blood samples, answered questionnaires about the previous day’s food and drinks, and performed cognitive tests to measure working memory, brain processing speed and sustained attention. Women, but not men, performed more poorly if they were not in the “sweet spot” of just enough hydration, typically around two liters a day. “As we age, our water reserves decline due to reductions in muscle mass, our kidneys become less effective at retaining water and hormonal signals that trigger thirst and motivate water intake become blunted,” explains lead author Hilary Bethancourt, in urging greater attention to hydration levels.

Cut Back on Sugar and Carbs to Improve Sleep Women that toss and turn at night might sleep better if they pass up sugary treats for fruit, suggests a new study from Columbia University. Examining records of nearly 50,000 postmenopausal women in the Women’s Health Initiative, researchers found those that consumed a diet high in refined carbohydrates—particularly added sugars and processed grains—were more likely to develop insomnia. Women with a diet that included higher amounts of vegetables, fiber and whole fruit (not juice) were less likely to have trouble sleeping. “When blood sugar is raised quickly, your body reacts by releasing insulin, and the resulting drop in blood sugar can lead to the release of hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, which can interfere with sleep,” explains senior author James Gangwisch, Ph.D.

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Eating Greener

Tips for Plant-Based Living Eating more fruits and vegetables as part of a plant-based diet is catching on. In 2019, more than one third of Americans said they plan to incorporate more plant-based foods into their diets to achieve their wellness resolutions, according to data company YouGov. For those new to “green eating”—and even for veggie-minded veterans— lots of helpful information is available now on what to consider in buying, preparing, re-using and discarding food.

The Environmental Working Group’s website at ewg.org/foodnews makes it easy to research pesticide levels in produce. Check out the Clean Fifteen and Dirty Dozen—the most toxin-free and toxin-heavy fruits and vegetables—along with related news and developments.

Home deliveries of local and organic produce can save time and gas consumption from shopping. Some of the leading regional services include Fresh Direct (FreshDirect. com), Sun Basket (SunBasket.com), Green Bean Delivery (GreenBeanDelivery.com), Irv & Shelly’s Fresh Picks (FreshPicks.com) and Territory Foods (TerritoryFoods.com).

Composting combines food scraps with lawn and garden trimmings and more into a nutrient-rich, natural garden fertilizer. A useful guide to composting basics by the Environmental Protection Agency can be found at epa.gov/recycle/composting-home.

The phenomenon of food scrapping—using the parts of produce in recipes that are often thrown out— saves money in shopping, is easier on the environment and pleasingly leads to creative and innovative meals. A number of cookbooks are dedicated to the subject, including Cooking With Scraps: Turn Your Peels, Cores, Rinds, and Stems into Delicious Meals, by Lindsay-Jean Hard and Scraps, Peels, and Stems: Recipes and Tips for Rethinking Food Waste at Home, by Jill Lightner.

Plant-based foods can be swapped for traditional ingredients in countless recipes. MotherEarthLiving.com explains how aquafaba—the water from a can of beans— can replace egg whites, even in meringues. Bananas, applesauce and ground flaxseeds or chia seeds can substitute for eggs to bind baked goods. Coconut oil can replace butter and nutritional yeast can do the job of parmesan when sprinkled on pasta.

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Electric propulsion has long been a goal of aviation manufacturers to lessen the carbon footprint of air travel.

On December 11, Vancouver, Canada-based Harbour Air launched the first successful test flight of an all-electric aircraft. Founder and CEO Greg McDougall piloted a 1956 de Havilland Beaver seaplane, rechristened the ePlane. Retrofitted with a 750-horsepower magni500 motor by MagniX, it took off from a dock on the Fraser River in Richmond, British Columbia, and flew for four minutes. The certification process will take one to two years. After that, the retrofits of the company’s existing fleet of small planes can begin. The challenge for airlines seeking to go green with large aircraft is that current technology leaves electric engines relatively weak for their weight and they have a short battery life, but these factors do not deter Harbour Air, which went carbon-neutral in 2007 and flies mostly short hops in the Northwest.

Tequila Waste Turned into Bio-Straws

Jose Cuervo, the bestselling tequila maker globally, has initiated an ecofriendly process of salvaging the leftover agave fibers from its distilling process and upcycling them into a more sustainable alternative to regular plastic straws. The biodegradable drinking straw will decompose up to 200 times faster than regular plastic. Made with an agave biobased and U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved composite, the new straws replace about a third of the polymers used in traditional straw production, and at the end of its lifecycle a straw can be consumed by microorganisms to fully biodegrade within one to five years in landfill conditions. The company plans to distribute millions of the straws this year at bars, restaurants and Jose Cuervo events across the U.S. and Mexico.

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Sustainable Power With a Recreational Bonus

Copenhagen has dramatically refashioned the look and function of a power station with a new state-of-the-art, waste-to-power plant that powers 200,000 homes and doubles—actually, sextuples—as a ski slope, a climbing wall, a viewing tower, a hiking and running trail network, and a bar and restaurant. Named Copenhill, “It is the cleanest waste-to-energy power plant in the world,” says architect Bjarke Ingels. “It is a crystal clear example of ‘Hedonistic Sustainability’ because a sustainable city is not only better for the environment, it is also more enjoyable for the lives of its citizens.” The building, 278 feet tall at its apex, has a glass elevator for viewing the inner workings of how the city’s trash is transformed into both Palau Bans Chemicals electricity and heating, as well to Save Reefs as the best view in town of the Palau is the first country in the harbor. It has three ski lifts that world to ban ecologically harmful serve a one-third-mile course sunscreens containing oxybencoated with a special “plastic zone and octinoxate. Studies have grass” that provides the perfound the ingredients cause coral fect friction for both skiing and DNA to mutate in the larval stage, snowboarding. It even features which prevents coral from growing the tallest climbing wall in the properly and makes it more susworld, designed with overhangs ceptible to bleaching. Palau, with a and ledges of white, like an icy population of about 20,000 people mountain. Ingels says 97 perspread across 340 islands between cent of Copenhagen residents Australia and Japan, is a diving get their heating as a byproduct hotspot for tourists, and one of its of energy production from an lagoons has been named an ofintegrated system in which the ficial UNESCO World Heritage Site. electricity, heating and waste President Tommy Remengesau disposal are combined into a says, “We have to live and respect single process. Copenhagen the environment, because the has a goal of becoming the environment is the nest of life.” world’s first carbon-neutral city by 2025.

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ICON, an Austinbased startup, built the first permitted 3D-printed house in the U.S. in its hometown in 2018.

Since then, the company has built a small neighborhood in Mexico and launched its Vulcan II printer, which can produce houses measuring up to 2,000 square feet.

San Francisco-based Apis Cor is another company in the 3D-printing space: It has just completed a two-story, 6,900-square-foot building in Dubai and it plans to build a demonstration house in Santa Barbara, California, this year. Another tech startup, Haus.me, has opened an assembly plant in Reno, where it plans to ship its first off-the-grid models to buyers in Nevada, California and Arizona. In the Netherlands, a consortium of companies has set up a factory with 3D-printing machines that use concrete; it plans to supply materials for five homes to be built in the city of Eindhoven. The upside of using 3D-printing techniques for building houses include lower cost, less waste and reduced construction time—six weeks versus six months. Current barriers include a lack of regulation and building codes, and a limit on the types of materials that can be used. The process is limited largely to plastics and concrete, and homes requiring wood or steel still need to use traditional methods.

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In a virtual reality experiment, people recovered faster from a small electric shock when they smelled a mix of natural scents in a forest scene or grass in a park scene than when they smelled diesel or tar in an urban setting. Researchers at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences hypothesized that natural environments would reduce stress faster than a non-natural one. After administering the small shock to induce stress, they tracked how quickly participants’ skin conductance levels rose and fell in each of the three environments. The pleasant natural scents were the strongest predictor of reduced stress, both during the initial shock response and in recovery, suggesting that odor might have a much more profound effect on reducing stress than sights and sounds. As study coauthor Johan Lundström, a neuropsychologist at Sweden’s Karolinska Institute, theorized smell is wired to bypass the thalamus, the brain’s switchboard, to go directly to the hypothalamus and olfactory cortex, creating a more immediate response than visual or auditory stimuli.

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Meatless Makeover A Plant-Based Spin on Classic Dishes

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hen contemplating a shift toward a plant-based diet, some may prematurely mourn the loss of their favorite meaty classics. Luckily, enterprising vegan chefs have experimented with flavors and textures that will lure almost any palate into loving a plant-based

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version of their favorite dishes without resorting to processed foods.

“Plant-based versions of classic dishes offer all the nutritional benefits of plants without the cholesterol and saturated fats from animal products,” says chef and author Marly McMillen-Beelman. “You don’t

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The Kansas City chef makes carrot “dogs”, for example, by roasting carrots in a savory mix of tamari, agave, miso, paprika and garlic for a cookout-worthy treat. McMillen-Beelman’s cookbook The Everything Vegan Meal Prep Cookbook also offers many bean- and legume-based versions of classic sandwiches, like a vegan “Big Mac” with quinoa and pinto beans; a burger made from oats, black beans and pecans; meatballs from tofu and lentils; and a chicken salad based on tempeh, a fermented, soy-based, high-protein product with a nutty flavor.

“A lot of people like using tempeh, tofu or jackfruit for a meaty texture. It needs to be well seasoned, but so does meat,” suggests Ocean Robbins, author of The 31-Day Food Revolution: Heal Your Body, Feel Great, & Transform Your World. “To mimic cheese, some combination of nuts and nutritional yeast, cultured nut cheeses or plant-based milks works nicely.”

McMillen-Beelman likes using jackfruit for a “pulled pork” sandwich or taco, the tropical fruit being packed with vitamin C, protein, calcium, potassium and iron. Her slow-cooked version leans on whole-food ingredients, including pear and cranberries, to add natural sweetness and phytonutrients.

“I use canned jackfruit because it’s much easier to find and cook with than the expensive jumbo whole fruit,” she says.

Ben Pook, the London co-author with Roxy Pope of So Vegan in 5, says mushrooms lend substance and umami flavor to vegan dishes such as a mushroom, sage and onion Wellington as a substitute for the classic beef Wellington.

“We use portobello mushrooms for their meaty texture, which we surround with a sage and onion stuffing—all wrapped in vegan puff pastry to create a centerpiece worthy of any dinner party,” says Pook, whose cookbook features dozens of plant-based recipes that contain only five ingredients each, such as a broccoli alfredo with cashews, broccolini, tagliatelle pasta, nutritional yeast and garlic.

Nuts can also work wonders in a vegetarian dish, such as Pook and Pope’s walnut meat tacos, which blend toasted walnuts together with spices like cumin, paprika, garlic and chili powder to create a mince-like texture built into a taco with toppings galore.

Many classic dishes can also be adapted by simply leaving out the meat and letting the spices, herbs and vegetables shine through; for example, in a vegan shepherd’s pie, go with penne pasta with red sauce or a garlicky pesto with extra nuts, greens and olive oil in lieu of cheese.

Sweet tooth cravings can be satisfied with healthy, plant-based versions of classic desserts, substituting aquafaba (the starchy liquid left over from canned beans) instead of frothy egg whites, or olive oil or avocado for butter.

Nut butters can also add a touch of richness to a dish, whether sweet or savory. “I love making a peanut coconut milk curry soup with onions, mushrooms and bok choy, with peanut butter, lime juice and soy sauce blended into the coconut milk for a luxurious flavor and texture.

It’s great over potatoes, quinoa or rice,” says Robbins.

“Vegan food doesn’t need to be expensive, boring or complicated,” Pook says. “There really are endless possibilities when it comes to cooking with plants, so don’t be afraid to experiment and create your own twist.”

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Season the tofu on both sides with salt and pepper; dip tofu into the flour, followed by the milk mixture, then the crisp mixture. Repeat until all the tofu pieces have been coated.

Wet ingredients: ½ cup plant-based milk ½ Tbsp apple cider vinegar 2 Tbsp hot sauce

Add the vegetable oil to a pan until it’s ¼-inch deep. Tip: Use a wok to reduce the amount of oil needed. Heat the oil on medium-high. Drop a tiny amount of the dry mixture; if it starts sizzling as soon as it hits the oil, it’s ready.

To serve: Tomato ketchup Vegan mayonnaise

Vegan Popcorn ‘Chicken’ Yields: 4 to 6 servings 10.5 oz extra-firm tofu Sea salt and pepper ½ cup flour Vegetable oil Dry ingredients: 3.5 oz paprika-flavored chips 4 Tbsp flour 2 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp smoked paprika

Crush the paprika crisps between a clean tea towel using a rolling pin until no big pieces remain. Transfer to a bowl along with the remaining dry ingredients and a pinch of salt and pepper. Use a spoon to mix everything together, then set aside.

Combine the plant-based milk and apple cider vinegar in a separate bowl. Let sit for a minute or two until the milk curdles and turns into a “buttermilk”. Then add the hot sauce and mix everything together until the ingredients are well combined. Set aside.

Meanwhile, add the flour to a small plate and set aside. Press the tofu if required.

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Carefully add half a dozen or so tofu pieces to the hot oil and fry for about 2 minutes on each side or until the tofu begins to brown and is extra crispy. It’s important to not overcrowd the pan, as it can lower the temperature of the oil.

When the tofu is ready, carefully remove it from the pan and transfer it to a plate lined with parchment paper; immediately season it with some extra salt, which will help make it even crispier. Repeat until all the tofu pieces are cooked. Serve with a favorite dip, such as one made by combining equal amounts of tomato ketchup and vegan mayo.

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Meanwhile, quarter the remaining mushrooms; peel and roughly chop the onions and add to a food processor along with sage leaves, walnuts, ½ teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Process to form a smooth paste, then fry in a pan over a medium-high heat for 15 minutes, stirring frequently. Set aside to cool for 10 minutes.

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Turn the baked mushrooms upside-down to drain excess juices, then place three of the mushrooms, gills facing up, on top of the paste along the middle of the pastry.

Add the remaining two mushrooms, gills facing down, between the three mushrooms. Spoon the remaining paste around the mushrooms to cover them on all sides.

Place the second sheet of pastry on top and use your fingers to seal the edges together.

Trim around the Wellington roughly one inch away from the filling, discarding the excess pastry as you go. Lightly score the Wellington with diagonal lines at 1-inch intervals and brush with olive oil. Bake in the oven for 50 minutes, until the pastry turns a lovely golden brown. Remove from the oven and serve in slices.

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Toast the walnuts in a pan over a medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until they begin to smoke. Keep an eye on them and stir occasionally to prevent them burning. Then peel and dice the garlic and add it to the walnuts along with the smoked paprika, chili powder and ground cumin. Stir to coat the walnuts in the spices, then cook for 2 minutes.

Black bean mixture: 9 oz canned sweet corn 14 oz canned black beans Sea salt and pepper ½ lime Handful of fresh cilantro

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Add the cooked walnuts, garlic and spices to a food processor along with the balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, sun-dried tomatoes (drain as much oil as possible) and a pinch of salt.

Process for a minute or two until the walnut mixture turns into a mince-like texture.

Next, prepare the salsa by slicing the cherry tomatoes into quarters and transfer them to a mixing bowl. Peel and dice the red onion, slice the chili (leave the seeds in if spicy is preferred) and roughly chop the cilantro leaves, adding all to the mixing bowl. Squeeze the juice from the lime into the bowl, along with a generous pinch of salt and pepper, then stir to combine.

Meanwhile, heat through the tortillas in a pan over a low-medium heat.

Slice the avocado in half and remove the pit. Scoop out the flesh and mash it in a bowl along with juice from half a lime.

When you’re ready to assemble your tacos, spoon a few tablespoons of the walnut mixture on top of a tortilla, followed by the bean mixture, salsa and a dollop of mashed avocado. Top with a drizzle of vegan yogurt. Repeat for the remaining tacos.

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n earlier times of human history, people lived in harmony with the natural world, and regarded plants as sentient, aware, intelligent, alive and healers in their own right.” ~ Ross Heaven

There is extensive research on the history of medicinal plants available today.

Regretfully, today’s world requires us to differentiate between manmade, chemical laden pesticides/growth hormones and organics.

Plant-based medicine is the basis of naturopathic medicine. Everything we put

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in our body is a medicine. We are either fueling our body, mind or soul or we are harming it. For many, we see the need to raise organic foods in our gardens or to buy and plant organic plants/produce, while others need to hike in a natural environment to feel nature’s healing effects.

This of course feeds the soul and the mind as well as the body, effectively helping us feel better in our bodies.

Medicinal plants have been discovered and used in traditional medicine practices since prehistoric times. Plants synthesize hundreds of chemical com-

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pounds. The earliest historical records of herbs are found from the Sumerian civilization, where hundreds of medicinal plants are listed on clay tablets. The Greek physician Pedanius Dioscorides documented over 1,000 recipes for medicines using over 600 medicinal plants in c. 60 AD; this formed the basis of pharmacopoeias for some 1,500 years.

Drug research makes use of ethnobotany to search for pharmacologically active substances in nature, and has in this way discovered hundreds of useful compounds. These include the common drugs aspirin (Willow Bark), digoxin (Foxglove), quinine (cinchona tree) and opium (poppy). Organic plants tend to be more nutritious with more healthy compounds, enzymes and vitamins. How this happens depends on the source; however, organic farmers tend to have healthier soil, which leads to better crops and better health for the consumers, which could be animals as well as humans.

In order to truly be a medicinal plant, it must be organically grown, raised and utilized. Organic rules require no pesticides be used, no genetic modifications and no man-made chemicals to grow the product, whether it is plant-based or animal-based.

Many animals are injected with antibiotics to help fight off possible infections so that the animals do not die before processing. Often, animals are injected

with hormones to encourage getting fatter sooner. These hormones are absorbed into our own body, increasing cancer rates in both men and women.

The use of these drugs is not allowed in organic foods. Studies are still proving that ingesting meat or foods with antibiotics or hormones has adverse effects on our own bodies and well-being. Often, the waste products of the animals are used as fertilizers which, again, infiltrates our own bodies with residues of unhealthy byproducts—increasing disease, illness, digestive issues, sleep issues, diabetes, cancer and more.

Organic foods contain a better nutrient profile, meaning we get more antioxidants, omega-3 fats and compounds that help prevent inflammation. For example, a conventionally grown stalk of broccoli can cause inflammation, while an organic stalk will relieve inflammation. We see the same problems with wheat, corn and soy which is no longer edible and provides no nutritional value to whomever or whatever ingests it.

Being savvy of the source of the plants we purchase and grow is essential to knowing the quality of what we are nurturing, especially if we are planning on eating it or using it to make topical medicines. Look for locally sourced products first and find out how they are grown. Are they organic or conventional? If conventional, keep looking for a source. Check the local farmers’ market and ask questions. Get suggestions from a naturopath, healer or trusted source.

We must take the time to make ourselves and our family the priority they should rightfully be, and to that end, we can use plants as the medicine they are to improve our quality of life.

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hen Kaye Her- It’s really important ing to anxiety, depression bert’s husband for people to know and stress as the top three brought home applications. their options and a free sample of cannabiHowever, as an unto keep looking for regulated supplement, CBD diol (CBD) oil, she didn’t hesitate to give it a try. what works for them. presents a challenge for Having heard about its consumers in its ubiquity ~Peter Bongiorno calming effects, she gave from CBD-infused pillows CBD to her three sons, to gummies, soaps and whose attention deficit hyperactivity diseven pet food. Discerning purity, dosage order made home-schooling difficult due and safety are real concerns for those that to frequent tantrums and lack of focus. “I may grab any bottle off the shelf. didn’t expect CBD to be miraculous, but

Consumers must become well inI was surprised that my kids’ frustrations formed, especially when replacing medicawere greatly reduced,” says the Austin, tions for serious disorders, experts say. But Texas, mom. “We weren’t seeing the sefor anxiety and emotional well-being, CBD verity of meltdowns.” is largely heralded as a safe and natural

The use of CBD in tinctures, capchoice by providers well-versed in CBD, sules and lotions has grown exponensuch as Peter Bongiorno, past president of tially, along with the science to prove its the New York Association of Naturopathic efficacy in remediating physical pain.

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CBD, a compound extracted from the hemp plant, is appealing because it can raise the level of cannabinoids—feel-good molecules naturally created within the human body. “When we can’t sleep or are stressed out, cannabinoid levels go way down,” Bongiorno says. While prescription drugs overwhelm the body with adverse side effects, CBD can healthfully bring back balance.

But CBD won’t trigger an altered state because there is little to no tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive chemical in marijuana that produces a high, he says, adding that he starts patients at a low daily dose of 25 milligrams.

It’s important to talk with a physician about drug interactions, Bongiorno says.

For instance, CBD can increase levels of blood-thinning medications, according to a 2017 study published in Epilepsy & Behavior Case Reports.

CBD can possibly treat a wide range of conditions, from fear of public speaking to bipolar and post-traumatic stress disorders, but more research is needed, experts say. A 2018 clinical trial published in JAMA Psychiatry suggests CBD offers potential in treating psychosis. More recently, researchers in a 2019 case study of 27 patients published by the Permanente Journal concluded, “Cannabidiol may hold benefit for anxiety-related disorders.”

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The most important step consumers can take to find a safe, quality product is to know where their CBD comes from, experts say. Lara Miller is an organic farmer in Lafayette, Colorado, who in 2017 dedicated a parcel of her two-acre farm to growing hemp for her business, North Field Farmacy. “I added in hemp because it is a dynamic plant that produces fiber, seed and medicine for us humans, all at the same time,” she says.

Miller’s small, women-owned business grows the leafy plants outdoors in organic soil and harvests by hand. “We test in the field, post-harvest, during extraction

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We imagine the people suffering who need support and think about how we are growing the plants to help them. ~Lara Miller and in the final product,” she says. “We know our product is clean and pure and potent.”

This isn’t always the case. A 2017 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association showed that in 84 CBD products sold online by 31 companies, 26 percent contained less CBD than the amount listed on the label.

Miller receives weekly calls from those wanting to purchase her plants and start a CBD business. “What bothers me the most is that not one person has asked how my hemp is grown,” she says. “It all feels like a big grab; the integrity isn’t there.”

Miller continues to decline these requests and spends her days on the farm, where—come harvest time—she, alongside her crew, engages in some visualizations. “We imagine the people suffering who need support and think about how we are growing the plants to help them.”

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HEMP GETS HOT Meet the Hardest Working Plant on the Planet

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crop that was illegal in U.S. soil for more than half a century is now reaching for the sun. Industrial hemp, the low- or no-THC cousin to marijuana, has created high hopes among farmers, agricultural researchers, manufacturers and consumers. By 2019, America had become the world’s third-largest producer,

behind Canada and China, where it’s been cultivated for 8,500 years.

“It’s the fastest-growing ag industry that we’ve ever seen,” says Tara Valentine, hemp specialist at the Rodale Institute, in Kutztown, Pennsylvania. Since hemp’s inclusion in the 2018 Farm Bill, Rodale’s hemp web page hits have grown 10-fold.

All parts of the hemp plant are useful in multiple ways, and hemp has applications in textiles, construction, bioremediation, technology, nutrition and health, including cannabidiol (CBD). The seeds are rich in protein, essential fatty acids and vitamins.

They can be eaten, ground into flour or pressed for oil that is used for cooking or in body care products.

The stems undergo decortication to separate the long outer fibers (bast) from the short inner fibers (hurd). Hemp hurd makes extremely durable hempcrete for construction, absorbent and dust-free animal bedding or pellets for heating stoves.

An exponential rise in the use of hemp is expected because it can replace products made from paper, wood, plastic, cotton and fossil fuels.

“Hemp fiber is going to dominate the market once we get to the full manufacturing potential,” says Erica Stark, executive director of the National Hemp Association, in Washington, D.C.

The first introductions consumers can expect include hemp paper products, such as plates and toilet paper, and biodegradable hemp bioplastics like cutlery and cups.

Construction materials and other products are expected to quickly follow.

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The Institute of Papermaking and Printing, at the Technical University of Lodz, Poland, did a 2015 study comparing making paper from wood to making it from hemp. Among the findings: hemp takes four months to grow, while trees need 20 to 80 years. An acre of hemp can produce four or more times as much paper as an acre of trees. Hemp paper doesn’t need toxic bleaching and can be recycled twice as many times. Other studies concur.

Paper without deforestation would be a major benefit, but it’s a minor job on hemp’s profound résumé. “Hemp needs to be a part of every climate change conversation, not only because it sequesters huge amounts of carbon during cultivation, but also because construction products made out of hemp will continue to sequester carbon for up to 100 years,” says Stark.

Hemp could also help save the depleted soil on U.S. farmland that has been destroyed by tilling and synthetic fertilizers. “We have to rebuild the soil by putting carbon back in and increasing organic matter,” says Valentine. Hemp does this with a massive root biomass that breaks up compacted soils, improves water infiltration and reduces runoff and erosion.

Fast-growing hemp naturally suppresses weeds, needs no pesticides and isn’t picky about soil, water or latitude. By comparison, cotton is water-intensive and uses 25 percent of the world’s pesticides.

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Cannabinoids interact with our body’s endocannabinoid system, helping to bring our body back to homeostasis, when all body functions are working well and in sync. When the body functions correctly, it loses dead cells and generates new cells to replace them. CBD helps regulate the various body cycles that result in cell regeneration and rejuvenation.

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Used in crop rotation, hemp’s soil-enhancing qualities can increase profits on subsequent crops. While cover crops don’t usually have return value, hemp provides additional revenue streams. But the revenue isn’t quite there yet, because the supply chain isn’t complete. Seed supply, farm equipment, education, processing facilities and manufacturers are all links that are developing simultaneously. “Fiber processing facilities will be available soon. Manufacturers are anxious to start incorporating hemp,” says Stark.

The lack of buyers isn’t deterring farmers. Neither are warnings that current harvesting equipment can spark disaster when hemp fiber wraps around rotating parts, heats up and combusts.

Dustin Enge, a third-generation farmer in Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin, started Honey Creek Hemp in 2017. He planted six acres of hemp. “I think it’s a long-term viable commodity for farmers. Right now, it’s the Wild West of agriculture. Everyone is trying different things,” says Enge, who modified a harvester for hemp. “I spent about two hours harvesting and 20 hours torching the fiber off my equipment.” Even so, he will plant more acres when he knows it will sell.

Behold the sprouting of the hemp industry as an ancient plant takes root in the modern world.

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It’s not a diet or a fad; it’s a way of life.

THE ROOTS OF GOOD HEALTH Thriving on a Plant-Based Diet W

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hether identifying as vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, flexitarian or other veggie-friendly variant, a growing number of Americans are moving away from meat products and toward plant-rich foods. Most come to a plant-based diet for personal, planetary or animal welfare reasons; however, they stay for the flavorful foods they discover along their dietary journey and the health benefits they reap.

Marly McMillen-Beelman was prescribed medications to alleviate symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. “I knew I didn’t want to be on prescriptions, so I decided to change my diet, beginning by giving up meat, dairy and eggs. I immediately felt much better and my symptoms went away naturally,” says the Kansas 32

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City, Missouri, author of The Everything Vegan Meal Prep Cookbook and founder of Chopped Academy, an online resource for food bloggers. “Now I eat an even greater variety of food than I did before I went vegan.”

While only 3 percent of Americans identified as vegan and 5 percent as vegetarian in a recent Gallup Poll, a 2018

Start with familiar plant-based foods you already enjoy, and ease into trying new foods, whether tempeh or lentils. ~April Murray

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report by restaurant consultants Baum + Whiteman indicates that about 83 percent are eating more plant-based foods.

Embarking on a plant-based diet is a lifelong adventure, but it can take time to adjust. Experts recommend a healthy dose of self-love with the newfound fondness for fruits and veggies. “Give yourself some slack and realize that dietary changes do not happen overnight,” says April Murray, a registered dietician in Costa Mesa, California. “Start with familiar plant-based foods you already enjoy, and ease into trying new foods, whether tempeh or lentils.”

A plant-oriented diet also can be flexible; health advocates encourage individuals to find a diet that works for them and their families. Leah Webb,

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the Asheville, North Carolina, author of Simple and Delicious Recipes for Cooking with Whole Foods on a Restrictive Diet, has adapted her diet over time to accommodate her family’s health needs.

Although Webb has always maintained a plant-rich diet, she began incorporating some animal products when her son was born. “He had severe food allergies and asthma, and needed a more diverse diet,” explains Webb, whose daughter also has cystic fibrosis. Cutting out grains was a game-changer in “calming down his gut, where most of immune response lies,” says Webb. “He is now off asthma medication and the number of allergens he suffers from has dropped from seven to two.”

Webb’s family eats bountifully from their backyard garden, complemented by meat and produce from local farmers’ markets, where she can be certain the foods were produced sustainably and humanely.

“I use meat to flavor soups or accent vegetables, rather than as the star of the show.

I like to focus on real flavors, using lots of garlic, herbs and spices,” says Webb.

Murray, author of The Everything Pegan Diet Cookbook: 300 Recipes for Starting—and Maintaining—the Pegan Diet, follows that diet, a mash-up of paleo and vegan regimens that focuses on whole, fresh and sustainable food high in healthy fats and vitamins. The Pegan diet eschews refined sugar and highly processed foods, while allowing meat, poultry, fish and eggs, as well as gluten-free grains, legumes and dairy products in small amounts.

“This diet can be helpful to different people in so many ways,” says Murray.

“For people with diabetes and blood sugar dysregulation, this high-fiber diet can help lower blood sugar and insulin levels.

Heart health will improve, as you’ll be eating less animal products, which can be high in cholesterol and saturated fat. Many individuals also find themselves losing unwanted weight as they get filled up so quickly with these whole foods.”

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trition experts say these fears are unfounded. “People think they need to calculate every nutrient, but if you eat a plant-centered, whole-foods diet, you will get every vitamin and mineral you need to thrive,” says Ocean Robbins, co-founder of the Food Revolution Network and author of The 31-Day Food Revolution: Heal Your Body, Feel Great, and Transform Your World. Legumes, nuts and seeds are all healthy, abundant sources of protein and iron.

Reed Mangels, author of Your Complete Vegan Pregnancy: Your All-in-One Guide to a Healthy, Holistic, Plant-Based Pregnancy, busts the myth that cow’s milk is a must for growing bones. “Calcium, vitamin D and protein are the nutrients we usually associate with bone health. One easy way to get all three is a soy-based or pea protein-based plant milk that is fortified with calcium and vitamin D,” says Mangels, adding that green

vegetables like kale, bok choy, collards and broccoli are great sources of calcium.

“‘Eating the rainbow’ is great way to make sure you’re consuming a variety of nutrients,” offers London-based Ben Pook, who co-authored the cookbook So Vegan in 5 with his partner Roxy Pope. “Many vitamins, minerals and antioxidants bring their own distinctive colors to fruits and vegetables, so preparing colorful meals is a simple way of getting as many nutrients into your diet as possible.”

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Dietary changes can be challenging to navigate initially, particularly when faced with social situations ranging from family gatherings to cohabitation. Having a good plan going into such situations can help ease the transition, say experts. “Never show up to an event hungry. You will be

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any new regimens begin with gusto, only to be abandoned because old diets die hard. Here are some expert tips for eating well over the long haul.

“Find plant-based options at your favorite restaurants, and be open to new flavors. I promise you, your taste buds will change,” says April Murray, dietician and author of The Everything Pegan Diet Cookbook. To keep the momentum and inspiration going, follow plant-based chefs on social media, she adds.

When switching to a plant-based diet, some miss the rich, fatty flavors found in meat, says Ben Pook, co-author of So Vegan in 5. “The trick we found is using ingredients rich in umami, which is a flavor commonly found in meat. One of our favorites is miso paste (fermented soybeans), which has an intense savory taste. We often add it to stews, pies and even pastas to deliver more depth of flavor. Soy sauce and porcini mushrooms are also a great substitute.”

“Sustainable change doesn’t happen overnight. If not sure what to cook, start with one big salad a week. When you get

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the hang of that, add in something else, like prepping snacks from scratch. Small things add up over time,” says Leah Webb, author of The Grain-Free, Sugar-Free, Dairy-Free Family Cookbook.

“Seek out loved ones who share your food values and nurture those relationships. You might be surprised how many people around you are also quietly trying to achieve similar goals,” says Ocean Robbins, founder of the Food Revolution Network.

“We put a lot of pressure on ourselves when we first switched to a plantbased diet. Shopping for vegan food and eating out at restaurants felt very overwhelming, and we found ourselves spending hours checking food labels.

We’ve come to realize that veganism isn’t black or white and encourage others not to worry about making mistakes along the way,” shares Pook.

If we can’t resist temptation on occasion, that’s okay too, Murray says. “That one unhealthy meal won’t undo all the hard work you’ve put in. Get right back on track the next morning. Positivity is key.”

more likely to make a good decision if you are nourished. On the way there, remind yourself why you are making the transition to plant-based eating,” suggests Murray.

“I call myself a secular vegan because I don’t have a dogmatic approach to the way I eat. If I go to a family dinner and someone has made something special for me, but they used a non-vegan cheese, I will respect my family member’s effort and eat some of it. These situations will pop up from time to time, and the more you can be compassionate with yourself, the better,” says McMillen-Beelman.

“If you are living with people who are not joining you in making a dietary shift, agree to respect each other’s choices. Make it a shared learning journey rather than a power struggle,” says Robbins. For example, he suggests making a vegetarian base and allowing those that want animal products to add them as toppings. A burrito bar can accommodate all diets by allowing people to add their own fixings to a base of beans and tortillas, whether those be dairy op-

Plant Prep Made Easy I call myself a secular vegan because I don’t have a dogmatic approach to the way I eat. ~Marly McMillen-Beelman

tions like cheese and sour cream or veganfriendly guacamole and salsa.

For families with kids, being flexible and inclusive can help make changes feel more positive and sustainable. “We never eat processed foods at home, but parties are that time I tell my kids they can eat whatever they want,” says Webb.

“Get your children involved, so that they are more engaged in the eating experience. Let your children pick out recipes or snacks for the week. Make the food look pretty and it will taste more satisfying,” adds Murray.

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Plant-based chefs have plenty of kitchen hacks for making food prep and planning fun and easy. Robbins suggests finding go-to recipes to put on repeat. “Your prep time goes down a lot as you make the same dish, and the familiarity will help you develop lasting habits around new food patterns,” he says.

Webb incorporates a healthy protein, fat and vegetable into every meal, even breakfast, but cooks in batches and freezes portions or repurposes leftovers to simplify mealtimes. “You’ll get burned out if you try to cook something from scratch every meal,” says Webb. “We eat a lot of eggs because we raise chickens, so I’ll do baked frittatas I can reheat during the week.”

Advance meal prep can take the pressure off busy times like the weekday breakfast rush, adds Robbins. One of his favorite breakfasts involves soaking oats and chia seeds overnight, which he tops in the morning with some unsweetened soy or coconut milk, chopped banana, frozen blueberries, and a dash of maple syrup, va-

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swap or sharing extras. “It’s not a diet or a fad; it’s a way of life. Start where you are and remember it’s not about perfection, it’s about progress. Have love, dignity and compassion toward yourself and others along the journey,” he says.

April Thompson is a freelance writer based in Washington, D.C. Connect at AprilWrites.com.

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avigating the lexicon of plant-based diets can be tricky, and choosing a diet even trickier. Here’s a brief guide to some of the commonly used terms.

Flexitarians eat a mainly vegetarian diet, but will consume meat on occasion.

Pegans (a term coined by Dr. Mark Hyman, who follows the diet) focus on eating vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, meat, fish and eggs, while avoiding dairy, grains, legumes, sugar and processed foods.

Pescatarians like radio host Howard Stern eat fish, seafood and other forms of animal products such as dairy, but don’t eat other forms of meat such as chicken, beef or pork.

Plant-based diets, followed by celebrities like Ben Stiller, consist mostly or entirely of foods derived from plants, including vegetables, grains, nuts, seeds, legumes and fruits, with few or no animal products.

Vegans don’t consume any animal products, including eggs, dairy, honey or gelatin. Famous vegans include Ellen DeGeneres, Betty White, Beyonce, Bill Clinton, Madonna and Venus Williams.

Vegetarians refrain from meat and seafood, but will consume dairy or other animal byproducts such as honey. Wellknown vegetarians include Albert Einstein, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Doris Day, Jane Goodall, Kristen Wiig and Prince.

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nilla and nutmeg. “It’s full of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, antioxidants and phytonutrients,” he says.

Webb encourages people to get out of their food comfort zones by experimenting with approximate ingredients, like swapping kabocha or honeynut squash for butternut squash.

Robbins also suggests making social connections with others on the same path by cooking them a meal, organizing a meal

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Kibble Quandary A Fresh Look at Pet Food

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ating healthy is a family affair, and that includes the family pet. However, what works for humans may be less than optimal for Fluffy or Fido, as each requires a species-specific, nutritionally balanced regimen. Most pet parents opt for commercial dog or cat food that comes in a bag or a can, but many are beginning to consider more natural options.

“Kibble is often the most economical way to feed your pet. But its processed state makes it the least optimal,” says Angie Krause, DVM, at Boulder Holistic Vet, in Colorado.

Canned food is also heavily processed and potentially toxic. In 2017, Clean Label Project, a nonprofit testing laboratory, completed a study of 1,084 pet food products, screening them for more than 130 toxins and contaminants linked to cancer and other conditions. Results showed cadmium, a heavy metal, in 94 percent of the products, along with arsenic and lead.

Contaminants aren’t the only concern. “Up to 50 percent of commercial foods are composed of meat meal and by-

products,” says Armaiti May, DVM, owner of Dr. May’s Veterinary House Calls, in Los Angeles.

These can include meat from dead, dying, diseased or disabled animals, and even rendered dogs and cats from animal

shelters, says May. “We are seeing more cancer, neurologic conditions and kidney disease, and there is evidence that the increase in these diseases may be due to harmful ingredients in commercial, meatbased foods.”

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Owners that switch from commercial foods report their animals display thicker coats, brighter eyes and greater energy. However, dogs and cats require specific ranges of vitamins, minerals, fats and carbohydrates, so it’s important to ensure that nutritional needs are met and a healthy balance is maintained.

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it’s not as simple as sharing the family dinner. “There are online calculators that can help you create and balance recipes for dogs and cats. Balancing a diet can be tedious and often requires added supplements,” says Krause.

Seeing a four-legged friend thrive was worth the extra time and cost for Yvonnda Stamp-Agent, a homemaker from Rockvale, Tennessee. Emma, a schnauzer mix, suffered from itchy skin, anal gland

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leakage, kidney crystals, vomiting and other problems. “We switched to home-cooked wild salmon and flounder protein with fresh organic vegetables and fruits, along with vitamin and mineral supplementation.” Emma recovered and is now an energetic 5-year-old.

n Raw The biologically appropriate raw food (BARF) diet, as described at BarfWorld.com, contains raw meats, vegetables and cooked grains and legumes. Proponents say it improves health from tooth to tail.

“Buddha, my orange tabby, is 22 and no longer has an issue with hairballs,” says Kim Bolin, a Reno, Nevada real estate agent, who has fed raw for three years.

Raw, vegan or otherwise, sign up for dog and cat food recall alerts via email: DogFoodAdvisor.com.

Definitions of common ingredients in pet food: Tinyurl.com/PetFoodIngredientDefinitions.

Recommended reading from the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association includes Home-Prepared Dog and Cat Diets, Second Edition, by Patricia Schenck, and Dr. Pitcairn’s Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats, Fourth Edition, by Richard H. Pitcairn, DVM. Scientific literature, published articles and biographies of dogs living on a plant-based diet: PlantBased.dog.

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There are online calculators that can help you create and balance recipes for dogs and cats. Balancing a diet can be tedious and often requires added supplements. ~Angie Krause

Stephanie Krause, in Keego Harbor, Michigan, says her three dogs are more relaxed, probably from the time and effort needed to eat large bones—and they haven’t needed a teeth cleaning since going raw. “After eating raw bones, there was plaque laying all over the floor.”

The BARF diet can be homemade, although most choose prepared frozen or freeze-dried products to ensure nutrient balance or to avoid handling raw meats.

Angie Krause says the diet is controversial, largely due to human health risks from pathogenic bacteria.

n Vegan and Vegetarian For ethical and environmental reasons, homemade or pre-made, plant-based diets for companion animals are becoming more popular. “If the 163 million dogs and cats in the U.S. were their own country, it would be the fifth-largest meat-eating country on the planet,” says May.

Cats cannot survive without meat, which provides the high protein, amino acids and other nutrients their bodies require. However, a 2018 study published in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association suggests that plantbased diets, possibly supplemented with vitamins B12 and D and some amino acids, can meet nutrition requirements of dogs.

“Dogs are omnivores, and can thrive on balanced, complete, plant-based diets.

They have nutrient requirements, not ingredient requirements,” says May.

Pet diets aren’t an all-or-nothing choice, says Angie Krause. “Eventually, my patient will always reveal what works for them. Listen to your pet’s body.”

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VEGAN FITNESS A Healthy Choice for Body and Planet

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Carey, editor-in-chief of Vegan Health and Fitness Magazine. “They’re also surprised at how well they put on muscle after making this dietary change.”

A balanced vegan diet can provide everything an active body needs for muscle mass, stamina and recovery while lowering the risk of heart disease. A 2018 metaanalysis of 40 studies published in the peerreviewed journal PLOS One concludes that a plant-powered diet fosters a healthier

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cardio-metabolic profile. According to Dutch researchers, amping up nutrition from plants may also lower the risk of insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes. Devotees report unexpected perks.

“I recover faster. I also have more natural energy without the need for caffeine and reduced inflammation, as confirmed in blood tests,” says Matt Tullman, managing partner of the community-building website NoMeatAthlete.com and CEO of vegan supplement maker Complement, in Boulder, Colorado.

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Bolstering the diet with foods like quinoa, chia seeds, nut butters and vegan energy powders, as well as combining foods for a more complete protein profile, is important. For example, pairing whole-grain rice with beans makes a complete protein, says Stefanie Moir, international vegan fitness coach and founder of VeganAesthetics. co.uk, in Glasgow, Scotland.

“Eating a wide variety of foods across the plant kingdom ensures that you reach your fitness goals,” says Moir, who trains six days a week and opts for a breakfast of oats with nut butter and chia seeds. “If you want a ‘superfood’ component, you can add cacao powder for antioxidants and a great chocolate taste.”

Tullman acknowledges that there are some exceptions to protein requirements— especially for the elderly, individuals with certain chronic diseases and pregnant women—but he notes that daily protein needs are less than we’ve been conditioned to believe. “If you track your macronutrients through a day, you’ll find that you’re getting adequate protein.”

Professional bodybuilder Torre Washington, in Tamarac, Florida, keeps it simple. “We’re all unique individuals,

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so it’s up to each person to test things without fear of lack.” The National Academy of Sports Medicine-certified coach loves antioxidant-rich blueberries, filling apples and potassium-packed bananas, and tends to choose calorically lower, nutritionally dense foods during periods that he’s competing.

Carey suggests vegan meal delivery services as an option and vegan-friendly restaurants in a pinch, but attests to an easy system of meal prep for consistency. “Some people like to meal prep one day a week— cooking brown rice, quinoa and chopping veggies. This way, you can just throw it together when it’s time to eat,” she says.

“You can also eat more simply and throw a bunch of yummy fruits or veggies into the blender for smoothies or soups.”

For added fortification, some experts recommend supplementing with vegan sources of vitamin B12, especially for active women in their child-bearing years and older individuals, because B12 absorption is compromised as we age. Adding a vegan source of vitamin D is also a wise choice if exposure to natural sunlight is not adequate.

The Big Picture

For the vegan athlete, workout gear that doesn’t contain wool or leather is the way to go. “Making conscious choices expands beyond your plate, and a lot of brands have vegan-friendly shoes,” says Moir.

“The difference between ‘plant-based’ and ‘vegan’ has to do with ethical motivations and treatment of animals,” says Tullman. “Natural fibers such as cotton and synthetic fabrics like polyester are fine.”

The path of vegan fitness can not only offer health benefits, but also a personal connection to the Earth. “It’s given me an opportunity to share my journey with others and to allow them to reach their own specific goals,” says Washington. “Mentally, it’s given me more depth of thought and spiritually connected me with the ‘YOUniverse’ as a whole.”

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hen we have an inner need that converges with an outside event, it is a meaningful coincidence known as synchronicity, and it happens to us all. It can be simple, like a playful sprite: recurring numbers or dates, all the lights turning green as we race to meet an appointment or a call from a faraway friend just when we want to talk to them.

Or it can be profound: a chance meeting with an employer looking for exactly our skills, unexpected money appearing when we’re in a pinch, a timely rescue or our grandmother’s favorite, obscure song coming on the radio or app just as we’re feeling teary-eyed on the anniversary of her death.

Whether they are lighthearted or life-changing, synchronicities link us to an underlying order in the universe that is profoundly reassuring. They open us to mystery and delight. They give us a sense of being taken care of. They nudge us to grow in scary, but life-affirming directions.

They awaken a sense of awe, which studies have shown to be the emotion most likely to make us reach out generously to others—and that evokes even more synchronicity. And they can make daily life a lark.

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But we don’t have to be saintly or enlightened; synchronicity is there for us all. It is simply the way the Universe works.

The first step is to notice synchronicity when it occurs, and honor it. As with humans, when we give it our attention and say thank you, it makes it more likely to show up in our life again.

At some point as our trust builds, synchronicity becomes simply the way our life works. Things show up as we need them and we are in the right place at the right time. Even when occurrences seemingly go awry, we glimpse an underlying order that gives us strength and purpose. Life becomes a steady stream of meaningfulness and inner and outer exploration. We find ourselves living in flow, attuned to life’s deepest currents and awash in deep gratitude.

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His latest book, degeneration. Everything between organic Grassroots Rising: A Call and regenerayou buy is a vote. to Action on Climate, tive farming?

Farming, Food and Regenerative farming is a Green New Deal (ChelseaGreen.com/product/grassroots-rising), simply the next stage of organic, focusing on soil health, carbon sequestration and focuses on Regeneration International, a ecosystem restoration. We call it “regeneraglobal network that he and other advocates tive organic” because people understand spawned in 2015 with a goal to reverse global organic. But when we devised organic warming and end world hunger by acceleratstandards, we didn’t completely understand ing the transition to regenerative agriculture soil biology and the carbon cycle. Now and land management. we know that there’s important biological life below the soil. We understand carbon What is Regeneration sequestration. Regenerative organic farmInternational? ing rebuilds the soil, which improves food, It’s a movement that spread when people health and eventually, the climate. It’s a started to understand that the climate crisis transformation of the food system. was very, very serious and connected to

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First, consumers need to understand the interconnectedness of things so that they make decisions to create market pressure.

Second, farmers, ranchers and land managers need to use regenerative best practices.

Third is political power and policy change to drive regeneration. We need elected officials to understand regenerative ideas and feel pressure from constituents. Officials need to hear that we don’t want our tax money used for degenerative practices.

Fourth is money. It will take trillions of dollars over the next decade, with much money coming from government funding.

But private investments also need to shift.

Our savings, pensions and retirement accounts need to be in financial institutions that place assets in regenerative, socially responsible investing.

creasing common awareness and responsibility to get the job done. This is a spiritual movement as much as it is an agricultural and alternative energy movement.

What inspired you to write about this issue?

About 10 years ago, I learned that regenerative food, farming and land use, in combination with renewable energy and radical energy conservation, could solve the climate crisis. I did more research,

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Every time you pull out your wallet, you are either casting your vote for regeneration or the continuation of degeneration.

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COLD-BUSTERS Natural Remedies for Kids

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a Pennsylvania State University study, a bedtime teaspoon of buckwheat honey beat out dextromethorphan, a cough suppressant used in over-the-counter cold and cough medicines, in helping kids sleep better and cough less. (But don’t give honey to a kid under age 1 because of the risk of botulism.)

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child’s congestion, but choose natural ingredients like aloe, eucalyptus, lavender and rosemary; that’s a safer bet than the standard mentholated products which can cause breathing problems in toddlers.

Natural alternatives are sold at health food stores, and a do-it-yourself version can be made simply by mixing together one cup of coconut oil, 20 drops of eucalyptus oil and 10 drops of peppermint oil.

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arch brings the first whiffs of fragrant spring air, along with a heightened chance of runny noses, coughs, sore throats and congestion in youngsters. The spring and fall months are the most likely times to catch a cold because seasonal allergens inflame nostrils, making it easier for cold viruses to have their way. Although many worried parents reach for cold and cough medicines, antihistamines or even antibiotics, there is little evidence that these ease symptoms or hasten recovery, and they may even cause harm, according to reports from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

The AAP suggests some natural approaches for symptoms, including sponging for fevers as well as hydration, honey and chest rubs. A metastudy published in American Family Physician in 2012 found that treatment with buckwheat honey, Umcka ColdCare, nasal saline irrigation, a vapor rub or zinc sulfate “may decrease cold symptoms in children.” Here are those and some other natural strategies:

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on, ginger, crushed berries or fruit juice to give it some flavor,” advises Heather Tynan, ND, of Evergreen Naturopathic, in San Diego. A child can also drink coconut water or suck on frozen berries or popsicles.

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five essential oils—clove, lemon, cinnamon bark, eucalyptus and rosemary, commonly known as four thieves—has antibacterial, antiseptic, antiviral and immune-stimulating properties, says Tynan. “Diffuse it in your child’s room, or dilute well (about one to two drops per five milliliters of carrier oil) and apply under their nose, behind their ears and on the back of their neck, on their chest and on the soles of their feet.”

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meta-analysis in Complementary Therapies in Medicine concluded that elderberry syrup (in stores as Sambucol) reduces the duration and severity of cold and flu symptoms. “The syrup is sweet and delicious, so typically very easy to get children to take,” says naturopathic doctor Kiera Smialek, of Scottsdale, Arizona.

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Wring them out and place them on the child’s feet. Cover them with thick dry socks, ideally wool. Keep them on overnight. In the morning, the wet, cotton socks will be dry.

“Remember, the best remedies for cold and flu are rest and time,” says Tynan. In the meantime, though, steps like these “can help you kick it much faster and reduce some symptoms while you’re doing so.”

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I recently asked my peers what they were passionate about and how far they would go to uphold their beliefs. The causes ranged from preventing ocean Isabella Dussias pollution, sexual assault, bullying, discrimination of sexual orientation, the promotion of women’s rights and autism advocacy. A third of them felt a compelling desire to stand up for what they believe in, while the rest would rather keep their opinions to themselves. Some of those who would abstain from marching said that, if pushed, they would act on their beliefs but otherwise would prefer to quietly support what they believed in in a non-demonstrative manner.

Albeit vocal, most protesters are still the minority. While it often takes just a few profound voices, most people, both then and now, would not make waves in the ocean of society.

However, for those that are engaged in the promotion of their cause, they feel a responsibility to try to effect change. They’ll tread water, they’ll march, they’ll do whatever they need to do.

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As each day comes, I know I am one step closer to my North Star. He has guided me through each step of my life and I am grateful for all of the hiccups, challenges and difficult moments in my world. I am content, I am practicing the philosophy of santosha, I am finding contentment of the heart. And now, I welcome you to do the same.

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plantoattend ECK Satsang Introductory Meeting Thursday, March 12, 7:30- 9:00pm What is an ECK Satsang class? Come find out at this free meeting! If your experience of spirituality differs from that found in traditional religions, you may find sharing insights with fellow spiritual explorers of interest. Learn how discovering truth in this way is one of the many benefits of membership in Eckankar.Free book, ECKANKARAncient Wisdom for Today.

Eckankar Center 11 Park Street, Montclair, N.J. 800-870-9139 • eckankar-nj.org Presented by ECKANKAR The Path of Spiritual Freedom

plantoattend Wellness Gala Sunday, March 29 • 1-6pm.

Join us for mini-sessions with experts in the fields of health, beauty and wellness.

Keynote Speakers NY Times best-selling author, Dr. Bernie Siegal Astrologer Ray Sette.

Special Guest Speakers Hanson Tse, Shira, and Lee Grabarczyk.

Free General Admission includes unlimited mini-sessions and access to all vendors, hors d’oeuvres & live music. Cash bar.

A portion of the proceeds will go to the Interfaith Food Pantry.

Birchwood Manor, 111 N. Jefferson Rd., Whippany.

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SUNDAY, MARCH 1 Reiki Soul Celebration – 1-4pm. Enjoy Reiki healing, meditation, high vibration crystal singing bowls, drum, gong, flute, koshi bells, tingsha and chants. Speaker: Beth Wishbow, Reiki Master Teacher. $15, walk-ins welcome. eZential Wellness Center, 1 Lamington Road, Branchburg.

908-526-0002. beth@InSightHolisticHealth.com.

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ECKANKAR - Sound of Soul Event – 1:302:30pm. Are you seeking spiritual growth and transformation? Experience HU, an ancient sacred mantra, that has been sung for thousands of years in many lands for spiritual unfoldment.

Chant HU, have contemplative time, and share in spiritual conversation. Free and open to all.

Eckankar Center, 11 Park Street Montclair 800870-9139, Eckankar–NJ.org Introduction to Meditation – Sundays, 3/1-29; 2-2:45pm. Meditation is the practice of looking inside at one’s inner being to encourage selfawareness. Participants will be guided through a series of meditative practices, breathing exercises and gentle stretches empowering them to sustain a daily meditation practice. No experience necessary. Led by Camille Alonso, RYT 200. $125 for series, or $30 drop-in. Niyama Yoga & Wellness Studio, 1250 Sussex Turnpike, Randolph. 973-5002939. NiyamaYogaStudio.com.

Yoga Fundamentals Series – Sundays, 3/1-29; 3pm. For the beginner & the experienced yogi looking to enhance their knowledge of yoga.

Core learnings: function, form, alignment, yoga basics, intro to yogic philosophy, and preparation for more advanced yoga practices. $125. Niyama Yoga & Wellness Studio, 1250 Sussex Turnpike, Randolph. 973-500-2939. NiyamaYogaStudio. com.

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The Salted Yogi – 7:30-8:30pm. Immerse yourself in a guided yoga meditation on the Throat Chakra on the 1st and 3rd Friday each month. Gain a sense of empowerment and let your voice be heard.

Session includes a healing salt treatment in our therapeutic Salt Cave. $25/prepaid. Space limited to 5. Revive Studios, 100 U.S. Hwy 46, Budd Lake (Village Green Shopping Center). Use APP to register or call 973-527-3419. ReviveStudiosNJ.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 7 Elemental Movement Master Class – 3/7 & 28, 4/4 & 18; 1-3:30pm. A vinyasa practice to honor the creative energy in all its manifestations.

This master class series is based on Mandala Methodology, and highly influenced by the four elements: water, earth, fire and air. Open up into deeper introspections as we move around the mat. Led by Danielle Martucci. $175 for series, $50 per class. Niyama Yoga & Wellness Studio, 1250 Sussex Turnpike, Randolph. 973-500-2939.

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SUNDAY, MARCH 8 Introduction to Synergy 5 Crystal Workshop – 1-2:30pm. A very special event with Peter Jarvis, Galactic Shaman! Synergy 5 provides a healing alignment of your higher self and our chakra energy centers. It also provides dimensional alignment and a cosmic alignment of Earth’s crystal grid. Synergy 5 allows more light to be taken in on a cellular level while releasing energetic blockages on your personal ascension path. Go home with a set of Synergy 5 and receive activation. $111. Blossoming into Light, 31 Fairmount Ave, Ste 105, Chester. To register online https://synergy5march2020.eventbrite.com or email info@ blossomingintolight-chester or call/text Sue on 862-222-4268. BlossomingIntoLight-Chester.com.

Trust & Nurture Your Intuition – 7-8pm. Each Thursday in March. This class is for those whose intuition is on point and want to learn how to trust it. Most times the distrust is due to core beliefs, childhood pain, self-harm, trauma, bonds of attachments and resentment. $120 for series; $35 drop in. Studio Yoga Madison 2 Green Village Rd., Madison. StudioYogaMadison.com.

Yoga Nidra – 6:30-7:45pm. Treat yourself to this transformative guided meditation for deep relaxation, detox and release of stress. $25/ prepaid; $30 day of event. Revive Studios, 100 U.S. Hwy 46, Budd Lake (Village Green Shopping Center). Use APP to register or call 973-527-3419.

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11

Aerial Yoga Certification – 3/6-8; 9am-6pm.

This 50-hour certification program is presented as a 3-day intensive packed with an abundance of information to set you up for success as an aerial yoga instructor. Contact us for availability.

Tru Nature Yoga & Wellness Center, 219 Espanong Road, Lake Hopatcong. For information call 862-

Holistic Chamber of Commerce meeting, SpartaFranklin Chapter – 6:30-8pm Come meet with holistic minded people and practitioners! Healthy snacks provided. Healthy: mind-body-spirit-businessbudget-planet. Free. K&P Holistic Health & Fitness, 418 Rt 23, Ste. D, Franklin. For information, contact Kerri Kerr-Apito at 973-823-1600 or fnj@holistic-

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THURSDAY, MARCH 12 ECK Satsang Introductory Meeting – 7:30-9pm.

What is an ECK Satsang class? Come find out at this free meeting! If your experience of spirituality differs from that found in traditional religions, you may find sharing insights with fellow spiritual explorers of interest. Learn how discovering truth in this way is one of the many benefits of membership in Eckankar. Eckankar Center, 11 Park St., Montclair. 800-870-9139. Eckankar–NJ.org.

FRIDAY, MARCH 13 Healer/Reiki Share – 7pm. 2nd Friday each month. Calling ALL healers! Come share your healing modality in Tru Nature Yoga’s Salt Room for a night of sharing, various modalities & discussion. $15. Tru Nature Yoga & Wellness Center, 219 Espanong Road, Lake Hopatcong. For information call 862-803-9252 or email breathe@ truantureyoga.com. TruNatureYoga.com.

Crystal Bowl Sound Healing – 7:30-9pm. Sound waves are used as a conduit to amplify divine healing and create a harmonious state of wellbeing. Clears communication from Gaia, to the heart, brain, and the collective superconscious. $25/prepaid; $30 day of event. Revive Studios, 100 U.S. Hwy 46, Budd Lake (Village Green Shopping Center). Register online or use APP. 973-527-3419. ReviveStudiosNJ.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 14 25-Hour Restorative Aerial Certification – 3/1415; 9am-6pm. Aviana proudly offers you a proven and effective curriculum to prepare you with all the skills necessary to provide Restorative Aerial Yoga Classes through this 25-hour Certification Program. Contact us for availability. Tru Nature Yoga & Wellness Center, 219 Espanong Road, Lake Hopatcong. For information call 862-8039252 or email breathe@truantureyoga.com.

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Master Fear & Enable Miracles – 2-5pm.

Kundalini Yoga workshop with Senior Teacher Jot Singh Kalsa. Practice kriyas, meditation and mantras to create brilliance, and burn away darkness and fear. Feel expansive and empowered to become the best you can be. Learn Yogi Bhajan’s teachings on the importance of developing consistency with your Kundalini practice, so you can be successful within every realm of your life. $40/prepaid; $45 day of workshop. Shakti Yoga & Living Arts, 1861 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood.

For information, call 973-763-2288 or email info@ shaktinj.com. ShaktiNJ.com.

Double Squatch Trail Race – 3/14, 7:30am thru 3/15, 3pm – Runners and hikers can sign up for a 5K, 3 hours or 6 hours on one or both days.

Organized by Sassquad Trail Running, portion of proceeds benefit the Trail Conference. See organizer’s website for pricing details. Trail head: Stokes State Forest - Stokes office parking lot, 1 Coursen Road, Branchville. For informa-

tion contact sassquadtrailrunning@gmail.com.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 19 Breathwork for Luck – 7-830pm. Have you ever wished you could just have some luck in your life?

Amulets are great, and so are horseshoes, but the big secret is that you have the power to make your own luck. Led by Tiffany Curren, RYT 200, Certified Breathwork Facilitator. $30. Niyama Yoga & Wellness Studio, 1250 Sussex Turnpike, Randolph.

973-500-2939. NiyamaYogaStudio.com.

FRIDAY, MARCH 20 Becoming: A Sacred Women’s Circle – 7pm. 3rd Friday each month. Welcome maidens, mothers, the enchanted & the crones — All are welcome!

Meditation, chanting, dancing and letting go. $15.

Tru Nature Yoga & Wellness Center, 219 Espanong Road, Lake Hopatcong. For information call 862803-9252 or email breathe@truantureyoga.com.

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Equinox Radiant Warrior Workshop – 7-9pm. $55. Niyama Yoga & Wellness Studio, 1250 Sussex Turnpike, Randolph. 973-500-2939.

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The Salted Yogi – 7:30-8:30pm. Immerse yourself in a guided yoga meditation on the Throat Chakra on the 1st and 3rd Friday each month. Gain a sense of empowerment and let your voice be heard.

Session includes a healing salt treatment in our

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Office Space Available: Nicely furnished office space at the 94 Valley Road Building in Montclair is available for sublet (full days preferred, may consider half days if multiple days are taken). Fridays and weekends available now. Tuesdays and Wednesdays available starting in April. Building has own parking lot. Other therapists in building offer a sense of camaraderie. Close to Whole Foods and walking distance to many restaurants and shops. EmailLeslie@ LeslieLobell.com for details.

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SPACE FOR RENT Event & meeting rental space in Morristown, NJ. Great for recitals, weddings, practice/rehearsal space and fitness classes. Accommodates up to 175 people. Plenty of parking, convenient to Route 202 or 287. Call 973-539-3114 or email Office@CslMorristown.org for details.

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therapeutic Salt Cave. $25/prepaid. Space limited to 5. Revive Studios, 100 U.S. Hwy 46, Budd Lake (Village Green Shopping Center). Use APP to register or call 973-527-3419. ReviveStudiosNJ.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 21 Meditation: The Inner Awakening—A Free 3-Week Course – 3/21 & 28, 4/4; 10-11:30am. Learn simple, effective meditation techniques and ancient spiritual wisdom for the modern world. Based on the teachings of Spiritual Master Sri Chinmoy.

Flowers Healing Arts and C.K.G. Wellness Center, 460 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair. For information call 973-878-1466 or visit NYCMeditation. org/New-Jersey.

Free Qigong Demonstration with Sal Canzoneri – 11:30am-1:30pm. Join Sal for this free demonstration. He will share information and demonstrate so you can follow along easily! Learn about the benefits! Being held at Blossoming into Light, 31 Fairmount Ave, Suite 105, Chester. Please RSVP to info@blossomingintolight-chester.com or call/text 862-222-4268. BlossomingIntoLightChester.com.

Year of Metal Rat/Vernal Equinox Workshop – 1-5pm. Dr. Mei Jin Lu, philosophy teacher and 25th generation Taoist spiritual healer, will combine teachings respecting the vernal equinox and the year of the Rat. It will be a very unique first year of this 12-year cycle. This is a wonderful opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of eastern healing modalities. It will focus especially on Chinese techniques for selecting the best timing for your important plans specifically in the year of the Metal Rat. $40 MCNJ/USHQA members; $55 non-members. Hyatt Regency Hotel Conference Center, 3 Speedwell Ave, Morristown. For information, email info@USHQA.com or harrietw4mcnj@gmail.com, call 973-298-2640 or visit MetaphysicalCenter.org.

plantoattend Sacred Science, Western Mysteries May 11-15, 2020 8am-6pm each day This Mystery School Teaching helps you to achieve a magical life. This week of Esoteric Training will show you how to harness your own power to achieve a more satisfying life.

Learn how to manifest by doing what people in Secret Societies do. Create prosperity and manifest your needs and wants easily.

Anatomy & Physiology East & West, Vedanta & Classical Hatha Yoga – 3/1 & 3/2; 1-5pm. With Senior Teachers Robert & Meenakshi Moses.

3 bodies, 5 sheaths, 7 chakras, 72,000 Nadis!

Weekend of learning in 4 parts. Parts can be joined individually. $40/prepaid per segment, $45 day of workshop; $80 full day prepaid, $150 both days prepaid. Shakti Yoga & Living Arts, 1861 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood. For information, call 973-763-2288 or email info@shaktinj.com.

ShaktiNJ.com.

Restorative Yoga with Sound Bath – 7:308:45pm. Connect to your parasympathetic nervous system and melt into deep relaxation.

Session combines gentle movement and supported poses. Final pose guided by the sound of singing bowls. Suitable for all levels. $25/prepaid; $30 day of event. Revive Studios, 100 U.S. Hwy 46, Budd Lake (Village Green Shopping Center).

Register by using online APP or calling 973-5273419. ReviveStudiosNJ.com.

Monthly Series - Universal Laws – 2-4pm. Meet monthly to discuss one of the universal laws.

Each month is a different universal law. Each class we have guided meditation, discussion and an exercise to go deeper in your understanding of the universal law. You can pay per class or receive a discount for multiple class purchases. $33 per class, three classes for $90 or six classes for $175. Blossoming into Light, 31 Fairmount Ave, Ste 105, Chester. Register at https://lawofonenessmarch21.eventbrite.com or email info@ blossomingintolight-chester.com or call/text 862222-4268. BlossomingIntoLight-Chester.com.

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SUNDAY, MARCH 22 Reiki I Training & Certification – 10:30am6:30pm. Learn this ancient art of healing and selfempowerment. Beginner level. Instructor: Beth Wishbow, Reiki Master Teacher. $225. eZential Wellness Center, 1 Lamington Road, Branchburg.

Register at: eZentialWellness.com/Reiki. 908526-0002. beth@InSightHolisticHealth.com.

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ECKANKAR - Light and Sound Service: “The Discipline of Gratitude: Recognizing the Blessings in Your Life” – 11am-12noon. Join others seeking to bring more insight and divine love into their lives at this special celebration. Eckankar, the Path of Spiritual Freedom, offers spiritual exercises to help you experience the twin aspects of the Light and Sound of God within. Share your spiritual insights. Free and open to all. Eckankar Center, 11 Park Street Montclair 800-870-9139, Eckankar–NJ.org.

FRIDAY, MARCH 27 Heart of Oneness Holistic Expo – 3/27-3/29; Fri. 5pm-6pm, Sat. 10am-7pm & Sun. 10am-5pm.

Heart of Oneness Holistic Expo is a collective event dedicated to Wellness, Spiritual Growth & the Conscious Evolution of Humanity. $5 Fri., $10 Sat., $15 Sun., $15 Weekend Pass. Heart of Oneness Holistic Expo, 97 Sunfield Ave., Edison NJ. Tickets Available on Eventbrite. For information, call 732-508-7990 or email Info@HeartofOnenessHolisticExpo.com.

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Sport Performance Coaching for Runners – 1-3:30pm. Improve speed, technique, conditioning and recovery with Tracy Peal & Stephanie Perry-Bush. Like yoga, running is a series of repeated poses. Learn how to utilize some key yoga asanas to connect running form to freer motion. Running efficiently is a skill that can be practiced once the key elements are understood.

The static specificity of yoga is a great foundation for comprehending the dynamic fluidity necessary in running well. We will target posture, hip alignment, foot support and the space and length in running mechanics. $45 ($55 at the door). Studio Yoga Madison 2 Green Village Rd., Madison. StudioYogaMadison.com.

Monthly Breathwork Circle – 7-9pm. A guided breath meditation, memories, deep rooted belief systems, stress, trauma, loss, grief, fear, anxiety, and whatever else is hiding in the body, can find its way to the surface and into our awareness which begins the process of healing. $40. Tru Nature Yoga & Wellness Center, 219 Espanong Road, Lake Hopatcong. For information call 862803-9252 or email breathe@truantureyoga.com.

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SUNDAY, MARCH 29 Tarot Card Readings with Rhonda Alin – 10am4pm. Come receive guidance based on the layout of the cards and Rhonda’s intuitive abilities. It is recommended you reserve your appointment time. Call ahead if you are a walk-in to ensure she has space open. 1/2 Hour $65; 1 Hour $130. Blossoming into Light, 31 Fairmount Ave, Suite 105, Chester. Contact us at info@blossomingintolightchester.com or text/call Sue on 862-222-4268.

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Open House at Studio Yoga Madison – 12noon6pm. Explore everything Studio Yoga Madison has to offer! Free mini-classes and demonstrations. Yoga, meditation, tai chi, qigong, belly dance, singing bowls and much more. 10% discount for current students and 25 % discount for new students. Early Bird Special 12- 1 pm: The first 15 students will get an additional free class. Studio Yoga Madison 2 Green Village Rd., Madison. StudioYogaMadison.com.

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Wellness Gala – 1-6pm. Free general admission.

Join us for mini-sessions with experts in the fields of health, beauty and wellness including: massage, anti-aging, reiki, nutritional counseling, chiropractic, acupuncture, and much more.

We will be featuring two keynote speakers, NY Times best-selling author, Dr. Bernie Siegal and astrologer Ray Sette. Special guest speakers are Hanson Tse, Shira, and Lee Grabarczyk. General admission includes unlimited mini-sessions and access to all vendors, hors d’oeuvres & live music.

Cash bar provided. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Interfaith Food Pantry. Birchwood Manor, 111 N. Jefferson Rd., Whippany. For tickets and information please visit WellnessGala.com/ events or call us at 973-713-6811.

MONDAY, MARCH 30 Wellness Gala Presents: Hanson Tse – 7-9:30pm.

Come for an exclusive gallery event with Ray, a world-renowned author, intuitive, and expert in astrology and para-psychology; receive guidance and insight into personal, interpersonal, and social phenomena. Limited seating available; Special pricing available ($45) with purchase of March 29 Wellness Gala Keynote tickets (normally $65). Sheraton Parsippany Hotel, 199 Smith Rd, Parsippany-Troy Hills. For tickets and information please visit WellnessGala.com/events or call us at 973-713-6811.

Wellness Gala Presents: Ray Sette – 7-9:30pm.

Join us for a unique event with Hanson, visionary founder of WAMBI Exploration; experience an unparalleled hands-on realignment, healing, and expansion of your MindBodySpirit complex.

Limited seating available; Special pricing available ($45) with purchase of March 29 Wellness Gala Keynote tickets; regular price $60. Sheraton Parsippany Hotel, 199 Smith Rd, Parsippany-Troy Hills. For tickets and information please visit WellnessGala.com/events or call us at 973-713-6811.

PLAN AHEAD SATURDAY, APRIL 18 Reiki Level 1 Training – 4/18, 6-9pm; 4/19 12:308pm. Train under the guidance of Rosie Lazroe, Reiki Master Teacher, Integrated Energy Therapist, E-RYT 200. Educated at Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health. Enrollment open now! Contact the studio for syllabus and course details. Class limited to 20 students. Niyama Yoga & Wellness Studio, LLC, 1250 Sussex Turnpike, Randolph.

973-500-2939. NiyamaYogaStudio.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 6 Reiki Level 2 Training – 6/6, 6-9pm; 6/7, 12:308pm. Train under the guidance of Rosie Lazroe, Reiki Master Teacher, Integrated Energy Therapist, E-RYT 200. Educated at Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health. Enrollment open now! Contact the studio for syllabus and course details. Class limited to 20 students. Niyama Yoga & Wellness Studio, LLC, 1250 Sussex Turnpike, Randolph.

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SUNDAY Sunday Celebration Service – 10:30am. Dr. Frankie, practitioners, and musicians create an inspiring, uplifting time to be reminded of our spiritual connectedness. Center for Spiritual Living Morristown, 331 Mt. Kemble Ave, Morristown.

For information contact call 973-539-3114 or email office@cslmorristown.org. CSLMorristown.org.

Sunday Service – 10:30am. Only words of Love are spoken here. To live in health, happiness and prosperity is everyone’s birthright, whether we choose to follow a certain path is our individual choice. No dogma or belief system is imposed upon anyone. Institute for Spiritual Development, 15 Sparta Ave, Sparta. ISDSparta.org.

Sunday Fellowship – 11:00 am. Unity Spiritual Center of Morris County is an idea that has served many people since 1998. It is here that we meet each Sunday with inspiring messages of Truth, singing, music, prayer and meditation. We affirm the self-worth of each person as unique, wonderful, and made in the image and likeness of God. Join us at 221 Main Street, 2nd Floor, VFW Building, Boonton. For information call 973-331-1776 or visit UnitySpiritualCenterOfMC.org.

TUESDAY Assisted Stretching in Salt Cave – 11am-3pm.

Benefit from the ‘warm-up method’ of dancers.

Assisted private session promotes flexibility and endurance. Instructor uses a mix of static and movement-based stretches to relax and stretch tight muscles. 30 minutes $45 / 60 minutes $85.

Revive Studios, 100 U.S. Hwy 46, Budd Lake (Village Green Shopping Center). For appointment call 973-527-3419. ReviveStudiosNJ.com.

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Intuitive/Spiritual Development – 7:30-9:30pm.

Tap into your intuitive abilities. Exercises each week to raise your vibrations such as psychometry, readings, meditation, past life, channeling and more. Everyone welcome. $10. RSVP required. Huna Healing Center LLC, 5 East Main St., 2nd floor (Parking in back ), Denville. Lory 973-224-0096 or register@hunahealingcenter. com. HunaHealingCenter.com.

WEDNESDAY White Oak Center Organic Co-Op – Every other Wednesday. Delivered by Albert’s Organics. Membership $20, then $35 bimonthly. White Oak Center, 33 Woodport Rd., Sparta. For more info, contact Brian Trautz at 973-729-1900 or BTrautz@WhiteOakCenter.com.

Focused Awareness in the Salt Cave – 9:1510:15am. Learn how to create a calm state of mind through “resilience” meditation. Practice focuses on interactions among the brain, mind, body and behavior. Builds confidence, self-awareness and psychological resilience. $25/prepaid; Limit to 5. Revive Studios, 100 U.S. Hwy 46, Budd Lake (Village Green Shopping Center). To register call 973-527-3419. ReviveStudiosNJ.com.

Assisted Stretching in Salt Cave – 11am-3pm.

Benefit from the ‘warm-up method’ of dancers.

Assisted private session promotes flexibility and endurance. Instructor uses a mix of static and movement-based stretches to relax and stretch tight muscles. 30 minutes $45 / 60 minutes $85.

Revive Studios, 100 U.S. Hwy 46, Budd Lake (Village Green Shopping Center). For appointment call 973-527-3419. ReviveStudiosNJ.com.

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formation through the Art of Self-Mastery. $25. Portal of Healing, 50 Main Street, Chester. debbie@portalofhealing.com. 201-841-0358.

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Fibromyalgia and Fatigue Support Group of Morristown – 7–9pm. First Wednesdays, except July and August. Support for patients and their families. Speakers. 95 Madison Ave., Suite 109A, Morristown. 973-219-8092. Wen5500@hotmail. com.

The Morris County (West) Chapter of Holistic Moms Network – 7:30pm. First Wednesdays.

Held at Chester Field House, 107 Seminary Ave., Chester. InfoHMNWestMorris@yahoo.com.

Cultivate a Purpose Driven, Soul-Empowered Consciousness – 8-9pm. Cultivate a purpose driven, soul-empowered consciousness. Live online webinar, each Wednesday, except for 3rd Wednesday of the month when we meet in person. $29/month. Portal of Healing, 50 Main Street, Chester. Regiser at PortalOfHealing.com or text Debbie Carcuffe at 201-841-0358 or email debbie@portalofhealing.com. PortalOfHealing.com.

AA Meeting (O-B-ST) – 8pm. Open to those struggling with alcoholism or drug addiction.

Free. Cranford United Methodist Church, 201 Lincoln Ave., Cranford.

THURSDAY Trust and Nurture Your Intuition – begins 3/5, 4wks; 7-8pm. This class is for those whose intuition is on point and want to learn how to trust it. Most times the distrust is due to core beliefs, childhood pain, self-harm, trauma, bonds of attachments and resentment. $120/full course; $35 drop-in. Studio Yoga Madison, 2 Green Village Rd., Madison. StudioYogaMadison.com.

A Pure Component Radio Show: Linking Spirit & Science –10am-11pm. Hosted by Tori Valspirit.

This Show is about Life, Health, Fitness, Wellness and Mystery. We talk about complementary and integrative Health Care. Featuring expert in various wellness fields & subjects. Livestream: Facebook.com/aPureComponent, or listen on Chamber radio, WHCR_DB, Hunterdon-Chamber. org/About-Chamber-Radio.html. For information call 908-617-1545.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous Meeting – 6:30-8pm. Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? 12-step program for recovery from food addiction. No dues, fees or weighins. Free. 350 Essex Rd., 3rd flr, classroom A/B, Paramus Questions? Ellen Mutz 973-945-2704 or emutz514@gmail.com. FoodAddicts.org.

FRIDAY Debtors Anonymous Meeting – 5:30-6:30pm.

Twelve-step meeting for those dealing with debt, overspending and under-earning. Downstairs Main Bldg. at Redeemer Church, 37 Newton Sparta Rd., Newton. 877-717-3328. NJPada.org.

AA Meeting – 7:30pm.St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 70 Maple Ave., Morristown. 973-5380555.

Al-Anon Meeting – 8-9:30pm. Center for Practical Spirituality - Religious Science, 331 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown. 973-539-3114. RSCI.org.

SATURDAY Focused Awareness in the Salt Cave – 9-10am.

Learn how to create a calm state of mind through “resilience” meditation. Practice focuses on interactions among the brain, mind, body and behavior. Builds confidence, self-awareness and psychological resilience. $25/prepaid; Limit to 5. Revive Studios, 100 U.S. Hwy 46, Budd Lake (Village Green Shopping Center). To register call 973-527-3419. ReviveStudiosNJ.com.

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Breakfast Benefits: Learn about Laser Treatment – 9am. 2nd Sat. All are welcome to share breakfast and learn about the benefits of laser treatment. Facilitated by Dr Paul M Bizzaro, DC. Free. The offices of Dr. Bizzaro, 81 S Main St, Yardley. RSVP to 215-493-6589. DrPaulBizzaro.com.

Overeaters Anonymous Meeting – 10:15am12:15pm. Weekly gathering of the free support group that helps people lose weight and keep it off. Downstairs meeting room, Parsippany Library.

973-335-1717. Wjioa.com.

Classic Nia Mind-Body Fitness – 11am-12noon.

Nia is a practice that will help you feel alive in your body through cardio conditioning through a world of music that evokes imagination and emotion. Instructor: Teresa Dangelo. $20 walk-in. Benessere Wellness Center and Spa, 510 Morris Ave., Summit. For information call 908-277-4080, email info@benesserenj.com or visit BenessereNJ.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.

He is passionate about helping people with degenerative eye diseases. Learn of his astounding work in this area—call now to qualify for your free copy of his groundbreaking book, Recover Your Vision. Additional specialties include glaucoma, retinitis pigmentosa and diabetic retinopathy. See ad, page 36.

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Modern Acupuncture is revitalizing the ancient practice of acupuncture with enhanced fullbody treatments using tiny needles (smaller than human hair) to access distinct points to help restore the body’s balance, alleviate pain, reduce stress, promote relaxation and/or improve overall well-being. See ad, page 23.

Attorney (Holistic) 973-909-0999 • Kelly@KMBrownLaw.com KMBrownLaw.com Licensed in NJ & PA With quality preparation, legal tragedies can often be prevented, or damage can be minimized or eliminated. Kelly Brown has been practicing law for 20 years. In addition, Brown is a Certified Life Mastery Coach, theologian and interfaith minister. Her current practice brings a holistic perspective to legal planning for families and businesses. See ad, page 39.

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Morgan Reade has studied Acupuncture, herbal and dietary therapy. He is board certified and licensed in Florida and NJ. He specializes in female health including autoimmune and fertility. Other areas of expertise include digestive disorders, food allergies and Lyme disease. Born and raised in West Caldwell, where he currently resides, he opened his first office there. His second location is in downtown Madison, NJ. See ad, page 38.

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Beautification Services Unlock Your Hidden Beauty Natalia Schweitzer, Licensed Esthetician & Board Certified Permanent Makeup Artist 1236 US Highway 46 West, Suite B-1 Parsippany 862-432-9074 UnlockYHB@gmail.com UnlockYHB.com We provide natural permanent makeup application: microblading (hairstroke brows), powdered brows, eyeliner, lip blush, 3D realistic areola and nipple reconstruction, and natural skin rejuvenation treatments. Our permanent makeup and skin rejuvenation services can help enhance your natural beauty and make you feel more relaxed, confident and beautiful. See ad, page 15.

Brain Training FBT - Functional Brain Training Dr. Don Joergens 862-777-8612 info@functionalbraintraining.com FunctionalBrainTraining.com Unlike conventional medicine we assess the function between areas within the two sides of the hemispherical brain. This allows a deeply revealing approach to where unbalanced strengths and weaknesses create your issue.

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Coaching sessions are held over the phone and the first session is always free.

Colon Hydrotherapy Living Waters Wellness Center Ann Ochs • Colon Hydrotherapist I-ACT Certified, Advanced Level Certified National Board for Colon Therapy, Body Ecology Diet Certified 26 Elm St, Morristown 973-998-6550 • ColonHealthNJ.com AnnLivingWaters@aol.com Ann Ochs has more than 20 years experience as a colon hydrotherapist. She holds an advanced certification from the International Association of Colon Therapists (I-ACT), is certified by the National Board for Colon Hydrotherapy, and is a certified body ecologist.

Living Waters offers the Angel of Water ®, an advanced colon hydrotherapy system, designed to offer the ultimate in privacy and dignity. Call today for an appointment. See ad, page 47.

Next Level Healing Of NJ, Inc. Susan Richter, RN, CCH, Nutritionist, LDHS 166 Franklin Road, Denville 973-586-0626 Scared to try a colonic? Susan has 31 years experience with colon hydrotherapy. Her system is gentle and thorough, and you have her expert assistance throughout the session. Colon cleansing has long been used to help the body absorb nutrients and eliminate waste effectively - a great way to enhance your chosen method of maintaining health and wellness. Call her for a free 15 minute consultation to determine if a colonic would be beneficial for you, as there are certain conditions that would wa r ra nt e n z y m e t h e ra py fi rst ! Vi s i t NextLevelHealing.com/colonics to get the scoop!

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Holistic Dental Center Vladimir Gashinsky, DDS 91 Millburn Avenue, Millburn 973-457-4688 HolisticDentalCenterNJ.com We focus on performing holistic dental care that is good for the body as well as teeth and gums.

We put an emphasis on a more natural or holistic approach to dentistry. As a holistic dentist, Dr. Gashinsky treats the cause of the problem and not just the symptoms. He seeks to improve his patients’ quality of life through holistic dental care that respects and honors the body. See ad, page 3.

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Linda Sercarz Certified Heartmath Coach Serving North Jersey & surrounding area 973-714-8650 • Sercarz@aol.com Heartmath+♥ consists of simple heart-focused, science-based meditations. The techniques are designed to change the way your body responds to stress by learning to self-regulate. They create more resilience, coherence, c l a r i ty (eve n i n s t re s s f u l situations), and the capacity to self-regulate.

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Reshma is a certified ThetaHealing Teacher and Practitioner with a passion for helping individuals recognize their limiting belief patterns and tap into their true potential. Her students learn the practice of ThetaHealing and her clients benefit from one-on-one sessions healing them from illness, trauma, chronic pain, spiritual and emotional restriction giving them miraculous transformations. Reshma specializes in working with children and their parents, teaching them mediation, the use of alteration in life style with ThetaHealing ® and the power of developing intuitive abilities to transform their lives to their desires. As per debut month, first time clients get 25% off their first session.

Awakening Wellness, LLC Hilary D. Bilkis, MS, CST CranioSacral Therapy • SomatoEmotional Release Work • Visceral Mobility Energy Healing • MELT Method Instruction 973-479-2229 • Awakening4Wellness.com Hilary uniquely blends CranioSacral Therapy with other healing modalities to alleviate chronic pain, headaches, stress and accumulated tension.

Treatment benefits physical, emotional and energetic levels.

Hilary facilitates the body’s selfhealing process; gently releasing restrictions in the connective tissue and removing energy blockages. Using her intuitive abilities, she also helps release stored injury, trauma, memories and emotions. Clearing the body of stuck stress improves health, feelings of wellness, ability to feel calm, centered and empowered.

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Advanced Clinical Hypnosis using an interactive, personalized technique; based on a lengthy interview at our first session and dialogues at following sessions. I don’t talk “at” you; we both speak before and during your hypnosis.

I also teach you self-hypnosis.

Specializing in weight, stress, smoking, chronic pain, releasing the past, performance, obsessive thoughts, substance use, sleep, fears, confidence and attention issues. Hypnosis can get you unstuck in virtually any area of your life. If you have constraints that you can’t seem to break through, hypnosis can free you and put you back in charge.

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Past Life Regression Therapy & Hypnotherapy Cathy Ludwig, Ed.S., LPC 109 Main St., Suite 1B, Succasunna 201-738-8311 ludcat@optimum.net Do you want to make peace with your past?

Self-acceptance and clarity are yours when you determine how the past is influencing the present and when you make conscious choices about the future. As a licensed psychotherapist, Cathy helps you experience healing in all areas of your life.

Using the powerful and effective treatments of Past Life Regression Therapy or Hypnotherapy alone or in combination with talk therapy, Cathy helps you develop your full potential, resolve conflict and have more compassion for yourself and others. Call to discuss which treatment option will work best for you. See ad, page 19.

Psychotherapy Leslie Karen Lobell, MA, LPC Pompton Plains (Rte 23) and Montclair 908-577-0053 • Leslie@LeslieLobell.com LeslieLobell.com Do you suffer from anxiety or stress? Do you want to lose weight, stop smoking, gain self-confidence or change a habit? Do you need support and guidance through a life or career transition? Are you ready to achieve your goals, pursue your dreams and actualize your potential? You CAN create the Life You Desire... I can help you MAKE IT HAPPEN! Using proven techniques such as Holistic Psychotherapy, Hypnosis, Stress Reduction, Reiki and Dream Interpretation, I help teens & adults create happier, healthier, more peaceful and fulfilling lives. Allow me to assist you! See ad, page 40.

Sound Healing Awaken Sound Health Alison Iati 32 Grove Street, Chester 201-874-7255 AwakenSoundHealth@gmail.com AwakenSoundHealth.com License Number: 81-1853104 Sound Healing for individuals and groups. Vibrational Sound Therapy. Weekly sound baths.

Sonic tools include Tibetan and crystal bowls, chimes, forks, vocal toning and more.

Spiritual Enlightenment Eckankar – The Path of Spiritual Freedom 11 Park St, Montclair 800-870-9139 • Eckankar-NJ.org A truly spiritual way of life for the individual in modern times.

Teachings provide a framework and spiritual tools for anyone to explore their own spiritual experiences. Studies of Dreams, Past Lives, Soul Travel.

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Thermography Lisa’s Thermography and Wellness Lisa Mack, CCT, HHC Thermographer and Holistic Counselor See website for locations in NJ, NY & PA 855-667-9338 Lisa@LisasThermographyAndWellness.com LisasThermographyAndWellness.com Thermography gives a very early look at the most important indicator of a potential health problem—inflammation. Early stage disease screening is an area in which thermography excels. Whether your pain is acute or chronic, or you are merely curious about the state of your health, thermography can help provide answers.

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

Susan Rubin and Said Alsaleh 48 River Rd, Chatham 800-622-8877 Support@hilifevitamins.com HiLifeVitamins.com

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Dr. Rosenfarb is world renowned in the field of holistic eye health.

He is passionate about helping people with degenerative eye diseases. Learn of his astounding work in this area—call now to qualify for your free copy of his groundbreaking book, Recover Your Vision. Additional specialties include glaucoma, retinitis pigmentosa and diabetic retinopathy. See ad, page 36.

Your 1st choice for national brand name supplements and vitamins. In business since 1971. Call to speak with an experienced personal care associate. Open 9am7pm EST Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm on Saturdays.

Leave message by phone or on Facebook and we will get back to you shortly. See ad, page 35.

A boutique fitness studio featuring a mind-body approach to wellness and notto-miss Special Events. Our welcoming classes, conducted in a body-positive environment, include Yoga, BARRE, Zumba, TRX, Pilates Reformer, Cycling, and Meditation.

Visit our therapeutic Salt Cave to detox/revitalize mind, body and spirit. This healing environment is ideal for practicing yoga, meditation and stretching.

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March advertiser specials

Enjoy discounts on products, memberships and spa services as we pre-launch the newly-expanded Tru Nature Yoga.

Lisa’s Thermography & Wellness FREE DRY BRUSH for new clients

ThetaHealing® Private Sessions

Lisa Mack offers thermography scans in wellness facilities across the region.

15% OFF

New Jersey: Short Hills, Morristown, Clinton, Hampton, Green Brook, Bedminster, Lincoln Park, Somers Point, Little Silver, Caldwell.

Expand your spiritual awakening through one-on-one private sessions. Tailor made to help with your targeted issues, these sessions are not only useful, they are fun!

Gift Certificates Available

Pennsylvania: Doylestown

For Classes or Private Sessions

Visit this link for information and to schedule an appointment:

Location: Westfield.

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An intimate, nurturing space for all that cultivates a healthy community through the wisdom of yoga and the sacred healing gifts of nature. The center features a variety of classes, massage and reiki services, yoga and wellness retreats, yoga teacher training and certifications, workshops, fostering personal growth and enriching our community. Tru Nature Yoga strives to serve the community in finding their Tru Nature so that we may all lead joyous, abundant, peace-filled, centered lives; body, mind & spirit. See ad, page 55.

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Mention Natural Awakenings to take advantage of these terrific specials.

New York: Newburgh

219 Espanong Road, Lake Hopatcong 862-803-9252 • 201-289-6366 cell breathe@trunatureyoga.com TruNatureYoga.com

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90 Minute Massage & Facial $95 or 30 minute HImalayan Salt Sauna & 60 Minute Massage $95.

Tru Nature Yoga & Wellness Center 219 Espanong Road, Lake Hopatcong

For information, breathe@trunatureyoga.com or 862-803-9252 • TruNatureYoga.com See ad, page 55.