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Practitioners Combine Talents in New Facility

itellas Chun Integrative Medicine and Acupuncture is a new holistic health care practice that opened this past June. Founders Linda Chun, MD, and Hope Vitellas, LAc, came up with the idea for the space during a trip to Goa, India, in January of 2013. The pair was inspired while at the clinic of a Taiwanese acupuncturist and healer named Dr. Cuckoo Zen. “Seeing his amazing work opened our eyes to health and healing that was special and genuine,” explains Chun. “He was always laughing with infectious energy, even at the end of a busy morning filled with patients from around the world. It was striking.” Based on their observations, the two Central Ohio practitioners came to the conclusion that his facility thrived because he worked and took care of his patients in the specific manner he wanted. “We returned to Columbus with a shared vision of creating our own healing space where we can bring together our talents, knowledge and passion in a mix of Eastern and Western medicine,” says Chun. Their office is located in the Harrison West neighborhood of Columbus, and they are currently accepting new patients. A visit might entail an integrative medicine consultation or an acupuncture treatment, or even both in a combined session. “We want people to enjoy visiting our office while experiencing health care unlike what they have had before,” says Vitellas. “Our mission is to provide holistic and compassionate care through spending more time with patients, looking at all aspects of their lives.” “We seek to help them find long-lasting health, happiness and well-being,” adds Chun. Location: 929 Harrison Ave., Ste. 204, Columbus. For more information, call 614-725-1885 or visit VitellasChun. com. See ad, page 7.

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Community Wellness Center Offers Outreach Initiative

he All Life Community Center for Integrative Well Being provides a day of free integrative health screenings and services on Sunday, October 30, from 12 to 5 p.m. The screenings are an opportunity for members of the community to participate in regular preventative health checks, as well as learn about the basics of health care. Some of the screenings available are integrative physicals, cholesterol and glucose testing, as wells as comprehensive medication reviews, while services include Reiki and health coaching. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged; however, drop-ins are also welcome. “There are many reasons people forego basic preventative health screenings, such as cost, time or a bad experience in the past,” says Tia Shields Dean, Community Outreach Coordinator for the center. “We are reaching for a new paradigm of preventative health care delivery, and believe that knowledge is at the core of wellness,” says Dean. “If you do not know the basic parameters of your health, then you are more likely to fall victim to preventable health tragedies,” she explains. “These screenings are our way of doing our part to make sure all members of the community participate in regular checkups and know the basics of their health. The more you know, the more empowered you are.” Location: 123 Hyatts Rd., Delaware. For more information, call 740-201-8242, email Contact@AllLifeCenter.org or visit AllLifeCommunity.org.

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actionalert Constructive Campaigning

The Meditate the Vote – the Real Conversation segment is the brainchild of the globally broadcast America Meditating radio show (BlogTalkRadio.com/AmericaMeditating), which features prominent thought leaders sharing methods for personal development. In the midst of the 2016 election campaign, they ask people to step up the quality of citizen debate using Meditate the Vote questions to stimulate more intelligent and inclusive discussions via a variety of social media, including Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and other outlets leading up to national election day on November 8. Meditate the Vote does not endorse any candidate or political party. It’s a movement to socially engage all ages in a higher-quality and more cohesive way of working together. The Internet will be used to spread the word, with participants making videos in which they say, “I meditate the vote,” and why they do so, sharing feedback from their conversations. A Pause for Peace app is available to access communications, meditations, videos and the America Meditating radio show. The program is also available on Blog Talk Radio, iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Aha Radio and the PlayerFM app.

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ecotip Boo! To-Do

Join the Safer Halloween Movement Halloween can be safe, economical and eco-friendly fun. Crusader costumes remain popular this year, but with a tutu twist. Avoid long skirts or capes that can trip up children and instead recycle a princess tulle skirt from a thrift shop into a shorter frock. T-shirt tops with a superhero logo plus a painted cardboard headpiece transforms kids into do-gooders. Homemade natural face paints are another alternative (see Tinyurl.com/Trick-Treat-Tips). Treats should also be eco-friendly. Equal Exchange offers fair trade, organic and kosher low-fat chocolates from crops grown by small farmers in the Dominican Republic and Peru, shipped in a quantity big enough to split the cost with friends (Shop.EqualExchange.coop/chocolate.html). Nut-free, homemade trail mix, wrapped in eco-friendly tissue paper or a square of cloth tied shut, provides a welcome change from sweets. In 2014, the Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE) organization launched the Teal Pumpkin Project. Place a downloadable sign in a window to announce that non-food, Earth-friendly treats are offered at the house for kids with allergies or food sensitivities (Tinyurl.com/TealHalloweenPumpkins). natural awakenings October 2016

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Green Crisis

One in Five Plant Species May Face Extinction

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A new report from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, in the UK, has issued the first comprehensive assessment of plant life, the inaugural State of the World’s Plants, and found that one in five plants may be at risk of extinction due to invasive species, disease and changing landscapes. Researchers also have determined that just 30,000 plant species have a documented use out of hundreds of thousands of known species. These are only the vascular plants that have specialized tissue for sucking up water through their systems. Over the years, different people and agencies have identified the same plant at both different times and locations, so they may have accumulated multiple names. The Kew researchers determined that each plant in the International Plant Names Index had, on average, 2.7 different species names. By cutting out the duplicates from more than a million different names, the Kew report was able to pare down the known species to 391,000. In the Arctic, the Svalbard Global Seed Vault, a doomsday bank buried in the side of a mountain, contains more than 800,000 samples representing 5,100 different crops and their relatives. Source: Wired

Biodegradable Bottle

Ari Jónsson, a 32-year-old student at the Iceland Academy of the Arts, has invented an all-natural water bottle that holds its shape when full and decomposes when empty. He debuted his creation at the DesignMarch 2016 festival in Reykjavík, Iceland. The only two materials needed to create the bottle are agar, a gelatinous substance that comes from red algae, and water. “I just followed the path in what I was researching, trying to find new ways to use materials,” says Jónsson, who combined the two ingredients, heated the mixture, poured it into a mold, and then quickly cooled it. The H2O binds and thickens the agar when cooled, retaining the shape of the water bottle mold, explains Jónsson. When the finished bottle is empty, “It will rot like other foods.” The bottles can sustainably decompose in soil, although Jónsson has yet to determine exactly how long that process will take. A plastic water bottle takes more than 1,000 years to biodegrade, and in the U.S., more than 2 million tons of the containers are languishing in landfills. Source: TakePart.com 10

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Algae-Based Jars Quickly Decompose

Incandescent Lights Reinvented as Eco-Friendly

Older incandescent light bulbs have been phased out in many countries because they waste huge amounts of energy as heat, but scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have reported in Nature Nanotechnology that they are finding a way to recycle the waste energy and focus it back onto the filament, where it’s re-emitted as visible light. Their innovative structure is made from thin, stacked layers of a type of light-controlling crystal that allows visible wavelengths to pass through while reflecting infrared back to the filament as if striking a mirror. Traditional bulbs are banned in the European Union and Canada, and their manufacture and importation are being phased out in the U.S. They’ve been replaced by more expensive compact fluorescent (CFL) and light-emitting diode (LED) bulbs, which are significantly more efficient. In theory, the crystal structures could boost the efficiency of incandescent bulbs to 40 percent, making them three times more efficient than the best available LED and CFL bulbs. Source: BBC

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EPA Helps Schools Cut Bus Emissions

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is helping finance the replacement or retrofitting of older school buses in public and private school fleets to reduce diesel emissions and improve air quality. Owners can install catalysts and ventilation systems to reduce emissions by up to 25 percent or replace older buses with newer ones that meet the latest highway emission standards. The EPA will pay up to $25,000 each, depending on the size. “Our kids spend a lot of time on the school bus, and buses spend a lot of time in our neighborhoods and schoolyards. They are a national symbol of safety,” says Janet McCabe, acting assistant administrator for the EPA Office of Air and Radiation. “Significantly improving school bus fleets across the country with retrofits, replacements and idle reduction practices is imperative in meeting the agency’s goal of reducing children’s exposure to air toxins.”

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Organic Rally

October is Non-GMO Month

The Non GMO Project is sponsoring National Non-GMO Month in October. Observed since 2010, the program seeks to increase education and awareness about the growing presence of unlabeled genetically modified (GM/GMO) food products and ingredients. People and organizations across North America are discovering the risks GMOs pose to our health, families and environment. Non-GMO Month provides a powerful opportunity to coordinate voices and actions around the country as brands, retailers and individuals stand up for the right to know what’s in our food and to choose to avoid GMOs. Protecting consumer choice and a non-GMO food supply requires a multifaceted approach with online and boots-on-the-ground teamwork.

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Cause and Effect

Activists Will ‘Sue’ Monsanto in Mock Trial Monsanto, the U.S.-based, multinational producer of agricultural products infamous for its controversial Roundup herbicide, will be “sued” for crimes against humanity in the independent International Criminal Court, in The Hague, Netherlands, on World Food Day, October 16. Plaintiffs include the Organic Consumers Association, International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements, Navdanya, Regeneration International, and Millions Against Monsanto, along with dozens of global food, farming and environmental justice groups. The court, developed in 2011, will use the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights to assess damages for Monsanto’s acts against humans and the environment. The court will also attempt to reform international criminal law to include crimes against the environment, or ecocide, as a prosecutable criminal offense. It has determined that prosecuting ecocide as a criminal offense is the only way to guarantee the rights of humans to a healthy environment and the right of nature to be protected. Source: NaturalSociety.com

Promising too much can be as cruel as caring too little. ~William J. Clinton

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Medical Errors Cause 250,000 Deaths a Year

new study from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine reports that preventable medical errors are killing far more people than previously thought. The research estimates that a quarter-million Americans die every year as a result of medical errors, constituting the third-leading cause of death in the U.S. This is a substantial increase from the 98,000 deaths from medical errors reported in a 1999 study from the Institute of Medicine, now the National Academy of Medicine. Lead researcher and Professor of Surgery at Johns Hopkins Dr. Martin Makary clarifies that medical errors include mistakes by doctors, along with systemic problems related to communication breakdowns when patients are passed between departments. “It boils down to people dying from the care that they receive, rather than the disease for which they are seeking care,” he observes. One of the problems highlighted is a lack of public reporting. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) does not require hospital-error reporting in deaths, which makes it difficult to accumulate related statistics. “The CDC should update reporting requirements for vital statistics so that physicians report whether there was any error that led to a preventable death,” says Makary. “We all know how common it is and how infrequently it’s openly discussed.” Dr. Frederick van Pelt, with the healthcare consultancy Chartis Group, says that severe injuries resulting from medical errors are also often overlooked. “Some estimates would put this number at 40 times the death rate.” He indicates that this gets buried in the milieu of expected suffering and pain that care providers are daily exposed to following any surgical procedure. welcomia/Shutterstock.com

Acupuncture Eases Hot Flashes

esearch from Austria’s University of Graz has found that high-dose vitamin D3 significantly alters the gut’s microbiome for the better. The researchers tested 16 healthy people for eight weeks, giving them a dose of 980 international units (IU) per kilogram (2.2 pounds) of body weight. At this rate, a 150-pound person would take more than 66,000 IU per day. The scientists took samples from the stomach, small intestines, colon and stool before and after the testing period. They also tested for bacteria species using gene sequencing and measured T-cell counts. Afterward, the subjects showed reductions in disease-producing bacteria and increased diversity among their gut probiotics. The research also discovered that the high-dose vitamin D3 supplementation increased immunity in the gut. “Vitamin D3 modulates the gut microbiome of the upper gastrointestinal tract, which might explain its positive influence on gastrointestinal diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease or bacterial infections,” the researchers explain. 12

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esearchers from Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center tested 209 women between 45 and 60 years old with a history of hot flashes and/ or night sweats. After up to 20 treatments over six months, the women receiving acupuncture reported a 37 percent reduction in hot flashes, while the control group saw a 6 percent increase. The symptom relief among the women treated with acupuncture persisted for a year. The researchers also found that the acupuncture group experienced an improvement in several menopausal quality of life measurements. Nancy Avis, Ph.D., a professor of public health sciences at Wake Forest University and lead author of the study, says, “There are a number of nonhormonal options for treating hot flashes and night sweats that are available to women. None seem to work for everyone, but our study showed that acupuncture from a licensed acupuncturist can help some women without any side effects. It also showed that the maximum benefit occurred after about eight treatments.”

A smile is the light in your window that tells others that there is a caring, sharing person inside. ~Denis Waitley

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Senior Joggers Enjoy Youthful Metabolic Rate

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cientists from the University of Colorado have determined that individuals older than 65 that run three times a week will likely burn oxygen at the same rate as a 20-year-old runner. Despite being more than four decades older, these runners spend a similar amount of metabolic energy as their younger counterparts. Published in the American College of Sports Medicine journal Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, the study tested 15 older and 15 younger runners. Each ran a minimum of three times a week for at least 30 minutes each time during the prior six months. The subjects were tested on a specialized treadmill that measured the force applied to the running belt. Each person ran for five minutes during each test at different speeds between 4.5 and 6.5 miles per hour. Regardless of running mechanics and technique, the older runners utilized their metabolic energy at a similar rate as the young runners at all speeds. “Our prior research suggests that the muscles themselves are becoming less efficient. I think of it as your body is like a car. Your body has its own fuel efficiency, and what we’ve seen is that the fuel efficiency in muscles is reduced in older adults that are sedentary or only walk occasionally,” says lead researcher and Professor of Kinesiology Justus Ortega.

Diabetics Improve Using Sesame and Rice Bran Oils

esearch published in the American Journal of Medicine found that treating people with a blend of cold-pressed sesame oil and rice bran oil significantly normalizes blood glucose levels. Testing involved 400 men and women for eight weeks, including 300 that had been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, by replacing cooking oils in their diet with a blend of sesame and rice bran oil. The researchers, from Japan’s Fukuoka University and India’s Council of Medical Research, divided the patients into four groups. For two months, 100 healthy people and 100 Type 2 diabetes patients replaced their cooking oils with the sesame/rice bran blend, another 100 Type 2 diabetes patients were treated with five milligrams per day of the diabetes drug glibenclamide (glynase in the U.S.) and the remaining 100 Type 2 diabetes patients were treated with a combination of the same dosage of glibenclamide, along with consuming the sesame/rice bran oil blend over the two-month period. After four weeks and eight weeks, the researchers found the diabetes patients that consumed the oil blend had significant reductions in fasting and post-meal blood glucose levels. They also had lower levels of glycated hemoglobin, triglycerides, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (“bad” cholesterol) and improved high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (“good” cholesterol). Those treated with the diabetes drug without consuming the oil blend showed none of the same improvements.

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Sweat Can Transfer Happiness

esearch published in Psychological Science, the journal of the Association for Psychological Science, has found that positive moods can be transferred from one person to another via human sweat. The scientists from Utrecht University, in the Netherlands, tested 12 young men and 36 young women. The men were given clean shirts and absorbent pads were attached to their armpits while they watched video clips that induced several emotional states—fear, happiness or neutral. The researchers then stored the absorbent pads for each emotion into sealed jars. The 36 women were then tested with each of the absorbent pads randomly, with five-minute breaks in-between. They placed their chins on a special rest that held the absorbent pad underneath. The research was double-blind, so neither the researchers nor subjects knew which pads they were exposed to. During each exposure, the women’s facial expressions were recorded. The researchers determined that the women had facial expressions reflecting the emotion induced by the videos the men watched, based on the activity of the women’s facial muscles. Senior researcher Gün Semin, of Utrecht University, says, “Our study shows that being exposed to sweat produced under happiness induces a simulacrum of happiness in receivers and induces a contagion of the emotional state. This suggests that somebody that’s happy will infuse others in their vicinity with happiness. In a way, happiness sweat is somewhat like smiling—it’s infectious.”

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children, women and others with companies that have leftover gourmet food. Following the 2016 Super Bowl, she used Copia’s technology to organize food pickups throughout the San Francisco Bay area. What she calls the “right thing to do” fed more than 41,000 people that day. Named one of Toyota’s 2016 Mothers of Invention, Ahmad uses the company’s $50,000 grant to boost Copia’s services throughout the U.S. Recently, German and Austrian government officials expressed interest in expanding the service to help feed Syrian refugees in their countries. Friends Margot McNeeley and Janet Boscarino, in Memphis, Tennessee, looked around for local problems they could fix and took action starting

Global Game-Changers Helping the World a Community at a Time by Linda Sechrist

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urs is not the task of fixing the entire world all at once, but of stretching out to mend the part of the world that is within our reach. Any small, calm thing that one soul can do to help another soul will help immensely. It is not given to us to know which acts, or by whom, will cause the critical mass to tip toward an enduring good,” says Clarissa Pinkola Estés, Ph.D., a world-renowned author and Jungian psychoanalyst specializing in post-trauma counsel. Thousands of people each day choose to see a world radiating with hope and light, despite ever-present conflict and strife. Their talents and gifts, alliances and collaborations are inspiring a new story that ripples outward into our communities and beyond. In The Ten Gifts: Find the Personal Peace You’ve Always Wanted Through the Ten Gifts You’ve Always Had, author Robin L. Silverman affirms that everyone can reach within, even in the worst of circumstances, for treasures that can be used to improve the lives of others. She con-

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cludes, “We are not meant to use our gifts simply to survive, but to satisfy our souls and inspire others to do the same.”

Meeting Basic Needs Komal Ahmad was unaware that her single act of kindness in simply offering to share her lunch with a homeless veteran in 2011 while she was attending the University of Komal Ahmad California, Berkeley, would lead to a multiplying mission to feed America’s hungry. His heartfelt expression of gratitude for his first meal in three days sparked an epiphany: Her school was regularly throwing away thousands of pounds of food while neighbors were going hungry. Today, Ahmad is the founder and CEO of Copia, an app that matches nonprofits serving in-need veterans,

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in 2008. A former retail entrepreneur, McNeeley didn’t want food to go to waste and created the Project Green Fork certification program Margot McNeeley after learning that 95 percent of restaurant waste can be diverted from landfills. Her nonprofit helps restaurants to conserve water and energy, develop recycling and composting systems and switch to biodegradable containers and environmentally friendly cleaning operations. Boscarino’s experience in business development and sales, combined with her disdain for litter, led her to found the nonprofit Clean Memphis, which began in 2008 with volunJanet Boscarino

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teer crews picking up litter. In recent years, the initiative’s community-wide strategy has expanded to involve local governments, businesses, neighborhoods, faith-based organizations and 20 local “sustainable schools”. In 2017, Project Green Fork will become a part of Clean Memphis. Throughout two decades of educational activism, John G. Heim’s passion for clean water as a human right has not waned. The founder and leader of The SWFL Clean Water Movement, headquartered in Fort Myers Beach, Florida, persisted even when many business owners considered him a nuisance, driving off tourists. As infestations of blue-green algae blooms have reached emergen-

We are a community of possibilities, not a community of problems. Community exists for the sake of belonging, and takes its identity from the gifts, generosity and accountability of its citizens. We currently have all the resources required to create an alternative future. ~Peter Block, Community: The Structure of Belonging cy levels, Heim’s ongoing grassroots campaign to increase awareness of water quality issues that’s backed by social media recently brought him to Washington, D.C., to make his case before Congress. The nonprofit’s 18,000 members have succeeded in bringing national attention to the

thick muck now plaguing both Florida coasts. They’re working to alter nutrient-laden discharges from Lake Okeechobee that send agricultural toxins and rain overflow down the Caloosahatchee and St. Lucie rivers and out into vital estuaries. Scott Bunn’s Seneca Treehouse Project, launched in 2010, grew from his building background in a family of entrepreneurs to encompass design/build services and Scott Bunn education in eco-housing and ethical living. Bunn’s original Seneca, South Carolina, homestead and acreage includes apprentice learning programs teaching practical skills in cultivating permaculture, growing food, building structures, working with tools and living in an intentional community. “For the next six years, our goal is to annually train 50 people that will

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Providing Healthcare Options Martie Whittiken, of Plano, Texas, a board-certified clinical nutritionist and host of the Healthy by Nature nationally syndicated radio show, uses her talents to advocate for Martie Whittiken health freedom in America. Educating listeners for 19 years, she served as president of the National Nutritional Foods Association during crucial phases of the 1992 to 1994 fight to successfully pass the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act to preserve consumer choices. The author of The Probiotic Cure also helped found the Texas Health Freedom Coalition to protect citizens’ rights to choose alternative medical treatment in her state. Whittiken says, “My work is a labor of love. I have no interest in becoming famous or well known unless it contributes to getting the job done.” On a 2006 medical mission to Haiti, Gigi Pomerantz, a licensed nurse practitioner at the Aurora Sinai Medical Center, in Milwaukee, discovered the impact of a lack of clean water and sanitation as Gigi Pomerantz her four-person team treated 1,400 patients for worms, stomach problems, diarrhea and poor appetite. Two years later, she founded Youthaiti, where she

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serves as executive director. The nonprofit helps rural Haitians build composting toilets and develop organic gardens using recycled waste as fertilizer. It also provides community hygiene education and reforestation. Everything is aimed at breaking Haiti’s widespread cycle of contamination and disease, and safely convert human waste into agricultural fertilizer that’s increasing crop productivity and the availability of healthy food. Psychotherapist Jacqui Bishop and Integrative Nutritionist Lisa Feiner, co-founders of Sharp Again Naturally, in White Plains, New York, believe that dementia is reversible, and Jacqui Bishop no case should be considered hopeless until all causative factors have been tested and ruled out. Their resolve for eliminating causes of disease rather than managing symptoms Lisa Feiner is based on University of California, Los Angeles, research studies and sources quoted in a Health Advocates Worldwide documentary. Project Yoga Richmond, established in 2010, makes yoga accessible to everyone in the city’s metro region. Thirty yoga teachers lead pay-whatyou-can studio classes that help fund 22 outreach programs for underserved communities. Healing programs are designed for needs related to autism, recovery, seniors, special students and youths in the court system. “We also provide continuing instructor education, visiting teachers, workshops and other special events that deepen yoga practice in our community,” says co-founder Dana Walters, who serves as the board of directors vice president.

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More Good Reasons to Choose Chiropractic It Can Treat Conditions Like IBD, ADHD and PMS by Edward Group

hiropractic care corrects spinal alignment abnormalities as a means of treating a wide range of health problems. Addressing skeletal and muscular disorders and relieving pain are just the beginning. Research studies reported in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics and the journal of healing science Explore have found chiropractic beneficial in treating connective tissue abnormalities, infant lactose intolerance and even autism. More than $13 billion is spent annually on chiropractic health services, making it the largest alternative health practice in the U.S. Science supports its usefulness in addressing a wide range of conditions. Bell’s Palsy. Recovery varies

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Journal of Clinical Oncology reports that chiropractic care rates as one of the leading alternative medical treatments for pain management, among other related benefits. Chiropractic offers economical and effective strategies that may help quality of life, as discussed in Seminars in Oncology Nursing. High Blood Pressure. While many relevant studies can’t yet generalize results, the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics documents success by chiropractors treating hypertension without the downside of medical drugs that can include the risk of stroke (University of Alabama at Birmingham). Chronic Sinusitis. Patients with nasal and sinus passages that don’t

drain properly due to physical or nerve-related causes may find relief through chiropractic care. A study cited in the same journal showed that patients experienced relief of all related symptoms after a single adjustment. Arthritis. A study published in a journal from the the University of Virginia School of Medicine Center for the Study of Complementary and Alternative Therapies notes that arthritis patients obtaining chiropractic care enjoyed better health and quality of life than those that did not. Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS). In clinical studies, combining manual spinal adjustment with soft tissue therapy has been found to relieve PMS discomfort. In one study, two groups of women were tested, switching off in receiving chiropractic adjustments or a placebo alternative. Each time, the group receiving chiropractic adjustments reported the greatest improvements (Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics). Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). A study published in Explore suggests that chiropractic care combined with other holistic elements such as appropriate nutrition may provide a more gentle, yet effective approach than conventional psychotropic drugs. It employed chiropractic treatment for boys 9 to 13 years old diagnosed with ADHD. Spinal manipulation with nutritional supplementation was reported to improve hyperactivity, inattentiveness, impulsiveness and behavioral, social and emotional difficulties. Headaches. Based on recent studies, spinal manipu-

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recently published coffee table book written by local author and licensed acupuncturist (LAc) Brian Neill offers readers both insight and meaning to the art of acupuncture. Neill wrote “The Benevolent Art of Acupuncture” for patients who often told him they could not find a book about acupuncture that they could understand. He wanted to write a book, then, that explained what to expect, what it looks like to the practitioner, and what the acupuncture experience should feel like for the patient. Neill studied acupuncture at the Oriental Medical School in New Mexico and has since dedicated his life to Hari, the Japanese study of acupuncture. According to Hari, every medical symptom stems from a weakness of spirit, which manifests itself as a physical illness. From the definition of the word “benevolent” on the acknowledgements page to the personal context provided in the foreword,

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the reader is given clear expectations about what he or she will learn by reading on. The reader will also get to know the author, whose sincere voice and humble desire to help others is evident throughout the book. The foreword describes Neill’s shamanic journey and how acupuncture helped him physically and spiritually, allowing him to reach internal peace. His captivating story about picking up and feeding a homeless schizophrenic woman illustrates one of his first enlightened states of consciousness and Divine Presence. Each of the seven chapters portrays part of the process – pulse diagnosis, palpation points, oshide, needles, moxibustion therapy, and treatment, respectively. In the second section, Neill shares his spiritual journey through Japan, describing the people he learned from and the teachers he observed. The book is written for the benefit of both a student and a patient, but the entire book can be appreciated and understood by someone who is not familiar with acupuncture. For example, in the first chapter on pulse diagnosis, Neill explains how he feels, sees and receives messages about what is going on with the patient for the practitioner’s benefit. Then he describes for the patient what they should look for in a good acupuncturist. Perhaps the most compelling part of the book are the full page, full color illustrations included in each chapter. Neill went to great lengths to hire a talented artist – a student from Columbus College of Art and Design – who could illustrate his visions, which coincide with a matching photograph of Neill and a patient. The result is a visual explanation of everything he describes in the text. “I wanted the book to be very visual, because people learn through pictures and they learn through stories,” Neill says. His personal stories and testimonials bring chapters to life and further illustrate the impact he has had on his patients. From a woman with breast cancer, a patient with colorectal cancer, to a nurse with knee, back and hip pain, his stories paint a clear picture of the acupuncture process, its benefits and its revelations. The book is logically organized into chapters, but a reader does not necessarily have to read the book from start to finish to appreciate or understand each section. While the content is intense, it is broken up by powerful images, and the chapters are short enough to read over a cup of coffee. This is Neill’s first book, and he is working on two more. For more information, or to order a copy, visit TheBenevolentArt.com. Laurie Zinn is a Columbus-based freelance writer and the owner of Line-By-Line, a digital content management service for websites, blogs, email marketing and social media. Connect at laurie@line-by-line.us.

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WALKING MEDITATION The Calming and Centering Effects of Labyrinths by Gina McGalliard

n archetypal labyrinth gently leads us in a circular path inward toward a center and then back out again. Found in ancient cultures from African, Celtic and Greek to Native American, they became especially popular fixtures in Medieval European churches; one of the most renowned is in France’s Chartres Cathedral. Depictions of labyrinths have been included in paintings, pottery, tapestries and in Hopi baskets as a sacred symbol of Mother Earth. Several American tribes saw the pattern as a medicine wheel. Celts may have regarded it as a never-ending knot or circle. While some of the oldest known labyrinths decorate cave walls in Spain, today they grace diverse locations ranging from spas and wellness centers to parks, gardens, university campuses and even prisons. “Labyrinths can be outdoors or indoors. Permanent labyrinths may be made of stones, rocks, bricks or inlaid stones. Temporary labyrinths can be painted on grass or made with all sorts of things for a particular purpose or appropriate to a specific cause,” explains Diane Rudebock, Ed.D., resource vice president and research chair of the Labyrinth Society, in Trumansburg, New York.

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“Walking a labyrinth is useful for those that sometimes have a hard time being outwardly still and drawing themselves inward. You must move your body, and because you’re focused on the path while you’re walking it, it’s easier to drop wholly into the journey and let go of all else,” says Anne Bull, of Veriditas, a Petaluma, California, nonprofit that supports new labyrinth designs to suit the spiritual needs of hospitals, schools and retreat centers. The group also sponsors a worldwide directory at LabyrinthLocator.com.

Individual Approaches

A labyrinth walk typically involves three stages. The first is for releasing extraneous thoughts on the way to the center. Upon arriving in the stillness of that point, the participant opens heart and mind to receive whatever message or wisdom is intended for them. The return path is the integration phase, to make a fresh insight our own. Participants should approach their walk in different ways: One may have a specific question or intention in mind; another may be open to whatever occurs during their meditation; yet another may repeat a meditative mantra. One might even choose

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to bypass the path entirely in order to sit contemplatively at its center. Unlike a maze, it’s impossible to lose our way with the circular path serving as a simple and reliable guide. Although scientific research on labyrinth meditation has been limited to participant questionnaires, future studies may incorporate the use of functional magnetic resonance imaging technology to measure brain activity and record what individuals experience. Labyrinths located in settings like hospitals and prisons lend themselves to such research, says Rudebock. As a Veriditas-certified labyrinth facilitator, she conducts workshops and observes, “Walks are unique to each individual and may not produce uniform or replicable results.” At its core, the experience is about listening to our truest self, away from the cacophony of modern life. “I believe that the world needs places where our souls can be quiet,” remarks Jean Richardson, director of the Kirkridge Retreat and Study Center, in Bangor, Pennsylvania, which includes a seven-circuit labyrinth. “Retreat centers and labyrinths are places where we can listen to our inner heart, feel our inner calling and tap into our own divine nature. I think deep listening is not always valued in a world where we are rewarded for being busy and keeping our schedules full.”

Nearby Opportunities

Today, labyrinths—indoor, outdoor, natural, urban, secular and religious—are found in or near many communities. Following the lead of California’s Golden Door Spa, in Escondido, which pioneered the use of a labyrinth in a spa setting, many spas now incorporate them in their wellness or mindfulness programs. Labyrinthine invitations to a mindfulness practice are open to everyone. “A labyrinth can bridge all beliefs, faiths, religions and walks of life,” says Bull. “You can walk a labyrinth no matter what you believe. Benefits come in walking it with an open mind and open heart.” Gina McGalliard is a freelance writer in San Diego, CA. Connect at GinaMcGalliard.com.

Labyrinths in Central Ohio

entral Ohio residents looking for walking meditation options do not have to go far. There are many private and public labyrinths offering a quiet place of meditation and solitude from our overscheduled lives. The Worldwide Labyrinth Locator is an information and locator website created by Veriditas and The Labyrinth Society. The site defines labyrinth typology, answers typical questions on their FAQs page, and provides search results for labyrinths located all over the United States. Below is a listing of some of the labyrinths within a 50-mile radius Franklin County, with contact information and a brief description:

Shepherd’s Corner

987 N. Waggoner Rd., Blacklick 614-866-4302 ShepherdsCorner.org Description: Shepherd’s Corner is a private outdoor labyrinth with a medieval Chartres typology. It is open Fridays from late March through November. Call for availability and information about monthly public walks.

St. Alban’s Episcopal Church 333 S. Drexel Ave., Bexley 614-253-8549 St-Albans-Bexley.DiosOhio.org

Description: St. Alban’s labyrinth is a public outdoor labyrinth that is always open. Its typology is a medieval, Chartres replica made of brick and paver.

Indianola Presbyterian Church 1970 Waldeck Ave., Columbus 614-294-3796 IndianolaPres.org

Description: This labyrinth is portable and located indoors. It is a medieval, Chartres-style labyrinth made of canvas. Call for availability.

The Ohio State University Chadwick Arboretum 2001 Fyffe Ct., Columbus ChadwickArboretum.osu.edu

Description: A public outdoor labyrinth that is always open, the Chadwick Arboretum labyrinth features a medieval, Chartres-style that is 30 feet in diameter and made of brick, paver and gravel.

Universal Light Expo

P.O. Box 14246, Columbus, OH UniverseExpo.com Description: This labyrinth is featured at the annual Universal Light Expo held in Columbus. It is a classical type of labyrinth made from canvas; it is located indoors and is portable. Visit their website or email them at ULExpo@yahoo.com for details.

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Church of the Resurrection

300 E. Dublin-Granville Rd., New Albany 614-855-1400 Description: This is an outdoor public labyrinth that is a medieval Chartres replica made of brick and paver.

All Saints Episcopal Church

5101 Johnstown Rd., New Albany 740-967-1177 AllSaintsNewAlbany.org Description: All Saints Episcopal Church offers a public, outdoor classical-style labyrinth made of grass and outlined with stone pavers.

Inniswood Metro Garden

940 Hempstead Rd., Westerville 614-895-6216 Inniswood.org/Visitor_Info.htm Description: A contemporary style labyrinth open during park hours, 7 a.m. until dusk; made of brick and paver.

3777 Dublin Rd., Columbus 614-488-0681 FCChurch.com

Description: First Community Church’s labyrinth is outdoors, public and always open. A portable canvas labyrinth is also available for walking two days per month during winter months. Please contact the church office for details.

Columbus Montessori Education Center 979 James Rd., Columbus ColumbusMontessori.org

Description: The Columbus Montessori Education Center offers a 48-foot outdoor contemporary labyrinth made of brick and paver. Call for more details.

Gardens at Gantz Farm

2255 Home Rd., Grove City 614-277-1100 Parks.GroveCityOhio.gov/gantz/ Description: Gardens at Gantz Farm’s labyrinth is public, outdoors and always open. Its typology is a Chartres replica. It is 39 feet in diameter and is made of brick and paver.

Worthington United Methodist Church

600 High St., Worthington 614-433-0276 WorthingtonUMC.com Description: Worthington United Methodist Church is home to a 20x30foot labyrinth made of canvas, with a contemporary, multi-media, multi-sensory style. It is portable and located indoors. Please call for an appointment. Other Central Ohio cities with labyrinths that are within a 50-mile radius of Franklin County are Baltimore, Chillicothe, Circleville, Granville, Howard, London, Springfield, Sunbury and Zanesfield. For more information about labyrinths, or to conduct a search, visit LabyrinthLocator.com.

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What are the benefits of having a regular yoga practice?

It is important to understand the purpose behind any regular practice. Yoga practice in America popularly encompasses releasing physical tensions, developing muscular strength, increasing balance and flexibility, reducing stress and mental anxiety, and promoting mental clarity and relaxation. The original purpose of yoga is described as “evenness of mind,” cultivated through developing “skill in action.” The I AM method is a series of techniques designed to reveal an inner attunement to the innate intelligence of the universal vital life force, or prana. This attunement can transform everyday life into a meditation in motion.

Living with less tension is the single greatest contributor to personal, family and community well-being. How does a yoga nidra practice further enhance this?

Chandrakant Hiester’s Deepening Yoga Practice by Sandy Pukel

handrakant Hiester, a senior teacher and seminar leader at the Amrit Yoga Institute in Salt Springs, Florida, develops and presents student and training programs worldwide. For the last 10 years, he has specialized in the Integrated Amrit Method (I AM), including Amrit yoga, yoga nidra and stress reduction. As a student and practitioner of yoga and meditation with pioneering yogi Amrit Desai for 40 years, Hiester has learned to nurture and encourage positive changes in behavior, understanding and practice in himself and others in order to more fully realize the original purpose of yoga.

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Albert Einstein realized that the mind that creates the problem does not see the solution. Yogic philosophy, along with modern psychology, enumerates three basic types of tension responsible for all of the problems of modern life: muscular, emotional and mental. Yoga nidra is a systematic, guided meditation method of inducing complete physical, mental and emotional relaxation in which long-held limiting life patterns can be resolved through experiencing a profound change of mind. Living with less tension is the single greatest contributor to personal, family and community well-being. People going through divorce might use yoga nidra techniques three times a day to short-circuit the mental and emotional whirlwind consuming them, while others might employ it once a day to cleanse their minds of stress. The fullest benefits are realized when we are so familiar with what a deep state of physical, mental and emotional ease feels like that we are able to return to it without needing to revisit the learned techniques.

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lmost 60 percent of America’s pet cats are overweight, according to a survey by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention. Feline obesity can lead to joint pain, hinder self-grooming and make it harder to use the litter box, all resulting in fat cats being left at shelters by frustrated owners. Chubby kitties also are more prone to osteoarthritis, Type 2 diabetes mellitus, respiratory problems and non-allergic skin conditions. “Potential health problems make overweight cats harder to adopt,” says Deanna Schmidt, with the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, in Pittsburgh. “On Fat Cat Tuesdays, we waive the adoption fee for cats 14 pounds and over. We counsel adoptive families and follow up so that ongoing healthy eating and exercise continues to melt away the pounds.” Experts advise that a house cat should maintain the sleek, fluid motion of a jungle cat. Viewed from above, healthy cats have a distinct waistline, an inward curve between the rib cage and hips. Pick it up and step on the scale. The pet’s weight should comprise between six to 10 pounds of the total. “The first time I saw healthy cats, I

thought they looked small because I’d become used to seeing fat cats,” recalls Traci Pichette, founder of Pumeli tea and gift boxes, in St. Petersburg, Florida. She’s not alone in her assessment.

Suggested Solutions

While free-feeding dry food is easier for owners and allows a cat to snack at will, some take advantage and overeat, often from boredom. To help the transition from always-available dry food to mealtime wet food, use kibble as a special treat. Food puzzles, widely available online or in pet supply stores, will keep Kitty busy during the day. Homemade feeding puzzles work, too; put a small amount of kibble in a cardboard tube or small box, tape the end shut and randomly cut small holes in the sides. Kitty will have to roll the tube or fit a paw inside to retrieve a treat. “Free-feeding dry food is comparable to a constant supply of Fritos on our desk,” says Jackson Galaxy, author of Cat Daddy. “As far as the myth that dry food cleans teeth, I ask, do you floss with Melba toast? Dry food leaves plaque. A grain-free, wet food adds needed moisture and fat to their diet. A cat’s teeth are designed to rip and tear, not crunch.”

“Changing my cat’s food to an all-wet diet slimmed her down to a healthy weight. I hated the smell, but it made sense to me that dry food was just carbs,” says Pichette. “At first, she whined at not having food all the time, but got used to it, and now she can eat treats in moderation. The cool thing is we’re all enjoying her increased energy and playfulness.” Cats are obligate carnivores, which means their natural diet comprises 90 percent meat and 10 percent vegetable matter. A roaming cat’s native routine is to search for food, hunt, catch and eat, groom and nap. Because each catch is small, they eat frequently. “There’s still an ancestor cat inside domesticated felines, a ‘raw’ cat that wants to hunt for its food,” explains Galaxy. “We need to play into that thinking and feed at intervals; ideally, every five hours or so, or at least in the morning, after work and about an hour-and-a-half before bedtime.” While the family’s morning and evening schedules mean just a quick scoop of food in the bowl, the third meal should be an interactive one. “A battery-operated toy or waving a laser light around is not play,” says Galaxy. “Interactive play is not texting with one hand and wiggling the fishing pole toy with the other. You have to get up and move to let the cat search for the toy, watch and wait, then pounce. It engages the animal mentally and physically and brings the raw cat to the surface. When you reach the point of diminishing returns, the pet is tired and it’s time for a meal.” His foundation improves lives of shelter animals, teaching staff to clicker train, entertain and exercise their cats to make them more adoptable. After an active day, the cat will be ready for bed, syncing its rhythm with the rest of the household. “A full play session satisfies natural instincts and prevents the cat from hunting your ankles as you sleep,” advises Galaxy. “It’s not a luxury to have a variety of toys; it’s a necessity for having a quality relationship with a healthy cat.” Connect with freelance writer Sandra Murphy at StLouisFreelanceWriter@ mindspring.com.

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SORE THROAT SOOTHERS Simple Remedies That Work by Kathleen Barnes

he household is settling for the night when the 5-year-old cries out, “My throat hurts!” “There’s no need to panic,” says Dr. Tieraona Low Dog, in Pecos, New Mexico, an integrative physician and chief medical officer of Weil Lifestyle. “It’s pretty easy to figure out if it’s strep throat, which requires antibiotics, or something you can treat at home.” Only 10 to 20 percent of sore throats in children are caused by Streptococcus bacteria which, if not properly treated, can lead to heart damage. The first question to ask is, “What are the symptoms?” If these include sudden onset of a severe and worsening sore throat without any complaints of scratchiness; a fever of 101 degrees Fahrenheit or more; headache or stomach pain; and the lack of a stuffy nose, cough or sign of a cold—a trip to the pediatrician is essential and a course of antibiotics is necessary, says Low Dog. The vast majority of youngsters’ sore throats, which may accompany a common cold, are caused by viruses and will heal on their own in about a week. Many natural remedies will help children feel better and relieve the pain; some cost so little they are nearly free. Salt water gargle: “A glass of warm water with half a 26

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teaspoon of sea salt swirled into it is an old-school remedy that works well for kids at least 5 years old,” says Erika Krumbeck, a naturopathic doctor and licensed primary care physician practicing pediatrics in Missoula, Montana. She notes that a salt water gargle can also moderate the symptoms of strep until the child can see a doctor. The Mayo Clinic Book of Home Remedies confirms that the salt water draws excess fluid from inflamed throat tissues. It also loosens mucus and removes other irritants, including bacteria, allergens and fungi. Just make sure children don’t swallow the salt water, counsels Krumbeck. Warm compresses: A warm water compress using a wet hand towel applied for 10 or 15 minutes every hour loosens mucus and is soothing. “It’s amazing how effective these familiar practices are,” says Krumbeck. “Grandma knew what she was doing.” Lemon juice and honey: “Honey is sweet, so kids love it,” says certified nutritionist Kimberly Snyder, of New York and Los Angeles. This traditional recipe works because the honey has antibacterial properties and the lemon juice is packed with immune-boosting antioxidants. Snyder cautions that babies younger than 12 months old should never be given honey because their immune

systems cannot handle the bacterial spores sometimes present in the sweet treat. Elderberry: The tiny purple berries of the Sambucus nigra L. plant shortens the duration of colds and flu often suffered by air travelers, according to research that includes a large Australian study. Elderberry syrup appeals to kids because it tastes delicious. Low Dog recommends keeping a bottle on hand at all times because it’s hard to know when a child will complain of a scratchy throat. “This yummy syrup is good for all ages. It’s so safe. I love it,” says Low Dog, adding, “Plus, you can always use it on whole-grain pancakes.” Sage and Echinacea: Drinking sage tea and gargling with echinacea are old-time remedies for sore throats that now have scientific backing, says Snyder. Go for a twofer and add a little echinacea to the tea, she suggests. A Swiss study showed that an echinacea/sage spray soothed sore throat symptoms just as well as a chlorhexidine/lidocaine spray, which can have side effects that include more swelling and even allergic reactions; the suggested spray should not be used with children under 12. Pairing up a dose of safe and gentle, time-tested sore throat recipes with a big hug will go far toward relieving most little ones’ suffering. Kathleen Barnes has authored numerous natural health books, including Food Is Medicine: 101 Prescriptions from the Garden. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.

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UNSAFE DRUGS Acetaminophen, a popular ingredient in over-thecounter children’s cold medicines like Tylenol, has been linked to twice the risk of developing asthma. Immediate side effects can include rapid heart rate and convulsions. Ephedrine, pseudophedrine and phenylephrine are popular ingredients in children’s cold medications even though the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says they’re not effective. Side effects include the possibility of unsupervised children overdosing on the sugary concoctions and can even prove fatal. In 2008, the FDA warned parents not to use any such cold medications for children under 4. Antibiotics are not effective against the viruses that cause most colds and flu. Antibiotics kill bacteria like those associated with strep throat, not viruses. Using antibiotics for a cold can actually lead to future antibiotic resistance.

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Edward Humes on the Unseen Costs of Transportation Small Consumer Choices Have Big Impacts by Randy Kambic

What are some everyday impacts of the “door-to-door machine” you write about? Transportation is embedded in our lives, both in our personal things and our travel. It can take 30,000 miles to get our morning coffee to the kitchen, with another 165,000 miles attached to all the components of the coffee pot, water, energy and packaging—a worldwide mix involving trains, planes, boats and trucks. Unprecedented amounts of transportation are embedded in everything we do and touch, with many hidden costs to our environment, economy and traffic. Take the world of online retailing. That “buy it now” button seems so convenient, but it’s also a traffic jam generator. Each click births a new truck trip. What used to be a single truckload of goods delivered efficiently to a store or mall now demands hundreds of single-item deliveries to farflung homes.

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dward Humes investigates the origins and impacts of the expensive and complex process that brings us everyday products and items in his new book Door to Door: The Magnificent, Maddening, Mysterious World of Transportation. His latest work, which also covers our love affair with cars, is popularizing the eco-conscious term, “transportation footprint”. Aligned with this, he recommends a move to driverless cars to save lives and fuel. In an earlier book, Garbology: Our Dirty Love Affair with Trash, the Pulitzer Prize-winning, Southern California journalist examined the causes and effects of waste. Solutions are showcased by how institutions and families are consciously reducing their wasteful ways.

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The smartphone is a paradox, in that it has reduced our transportation footprint in some ways because of all the separate devices it has replaced, from navigation in cars to calculators to cameras. Phones also empower a transportation-free option for online banking and bill paying, eliminating all sorts of trips in the physical world. On the flip side, making and assembling smartphone components requires a lot of back-and-forth transport between many countries because no one can make the whole “widget”. With its many raw materials, rare earth minerals and manufactured components, we’re talking about an overall transportation footprint for one phone that’s equivalent to a round trip to the moon; a phone that users will trade in for a newer model in just a few years.

What’s a particularly negative impact of the huge distances involved in today’s movement of goods? Cargo container ships create immense amounts of pollution. About 6,000 container ships worldwide ship 90 percent of

consumer goods. Natural Resources Defense Council data show that the smog and particulate emissions from just 160 of these vessels equal that of all of the cars in the world. If the cargo fleet were a country, its carbon emissions would exceed Germany’s, the world’s fourth-largest economy, according to the European Commission. Cargo ship carbon emissions are projected to rise to about 18 percent of the global total in the next 25 years if our appetite for goods continues to grow at current rates.

What are the consequences of the U.S. ranking 16th worldwide in infrastructure quality? Americans are under the illusion that we pay high taxes to build and maintain roads, bridges and rails. However, as a portion of our gross domestic product, we invest about one-fifth of what China does and the poor results are apparent. We have a $3.6 trillion backlog in needed modernization. This drags down the economy and increases harmful emissions through shipping delays and rush-hour jams, as well as raising road safety concerns.

How can we each lessen our “transportation footprint”? We have power as individuals, families and communities to make a difference. Americans walk less than almost any other people on Earth. A Los Angeles study showed that half of its residents’ daily trips are less than three miles, with many under one mile, which is crazy. Using alterna-

tive transportation for just 10 percent of those trips would have major positive impacts. Far fewer children walk or bike to school than in the recent past, even as we face a youth obesity crisis. We can also adjust when and how we drive; half the cars on the road during rush hour are not job-related. Driving at other times would ease traffic for everyone and reduce traffic jams, emissions and crashes. All of this is something we could easily change—and that many other countries have changed—with substantial health, economic and traffic benefits. Randy Kambic is a freelance editor and writer in Estero, FL, and a regular contributor to Natural Awakenings.

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Planet-Friendly and Profitable The Rise of Ecopreneurs by Avery Mack

hether it’s a sideline or full time, flourishing small businesses stimulate the economy. The U.S. Small Business Association found that between 2009 and 2013, companies with fewer than 500 employees accounted for 60 percent of net new jobs. Technology allows new commercial ventures to be launched from home, yielding huge savings in startup costs. Owners have found ways to fulfill needs by leveraging their past job experiences and personal interests.

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When the economy faltered in 2008, Dave Marciniak, owner and lead designer at Revolutionary Gardens, in Culpeper, Virginia, offered eco-friendly services. “I focus on a few key points and design to make the outdoors a place where people want to be,” he says. Even for urbanites, fresh garden herbs are available thanks to ecopreneurs like Andy Avramenko, who created TrendyThing, in New York City. “The edible plants our bike messengers distribute come from 30

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local farmers,” he explains. Basil, parsley, dill, lettuce and other herbs and greens are available for all five boroughs; potted plants arrive fresh weekly via subscription. In addition to cleaning homes, Debbie Sardone, owner of Speed Cleaning, in Lewisville, Texas, saw an opportunity to manufacture her own green cleaning products. They’re part of a full-line online catalog. Ryan Riley and his wife, Ashley Spitz, of Los Angeles, own and operate Biz Bagz, dog waste bags made in America from bio-based resins and recycled plastics. He notes the genesis of their idea: “Landfills are anaerobic, so biodegradable bags don’t get the oxygen required to break down. Compostable bags are available, but few places provide composting services. We offer a cleaner alternative.” Another pet-inspired idea was spawned when Kevin Li, of Manhattan, New York, left his puppy home alone for the first time. He invented an app-operated remote control ball with a camera called PlayDate (Tinyurl. com/RemoteBallApp).

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People- and planet-friendly personal care products address other ongoing customer needs. Nitya Gulati, founder of Sugarloom Cosmetics, in Ashburn, Virginia, specializes in American-made, vegan, cruelty- and toxin-free nail polish. She advises, “Look for ‘five-free’ on the label, which means no formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate, toluene and allergens camphor and formaldehyde resin. Watch out for guanine, made from fish scales, found in glittery polishes. Oleic acid, a thickener, is animal fat. Vibrant reds may contain carmine, made from boiled, crushed beetles.” She warns that products tested by a third party can obscure animal testing during product development. Amelia Swaggert and Elizabeth Ripps, co-founders of California Scrub Company, in Los Angeles, upcycle coffee grounds into a natural facial scrub. They’ve eliminated plastic at every step of production from sourcing to packaging. They’re also helping to keep the world’s oceans from becoming plastic soup by supporting the Beat the Microbead campaign. (BeatTheMicrobead.org/en). Maintaining a professional look while living green can be a challenge. OneSavvyMother.com found a stylish, eco-friendly, lightweight and durable tote bag designed by Natalie Therése. The vegan cork tote is made in Boxford, Massachusetts. Shavings from the bark of the cork oak tree grown in Portugal are transformed into ultrathin sheets to produce cork fabric; the certified organic cotton lining is produced in Korea and China in certified Global Organic Textile Standard and fair trade facilities.

Out and About Mya Zeronis saw a need for healthy food and stepped out of her comfort zone to fulfill it through her extra VEGANza Pgh restaurant and its catering arm, Lean Chef en Route, recognized by Sustainable Pittsburgh. “We source locally, compost produce scraps, serve meat- and dairy-free menu options, practice food waste management with root-to-stem preparation and maintain energy conserva-

tion,” she says. Customers are encouraged to bike to the restaurant; there’s even a bicycle air pump and flat tire repair kit on the premises if emergencies arise. Shared bikes are a welcome addition at colleges for budget-minded and time-strapped students. Rented by the hour or day, they’re a convenient, healthy and non-polluting way to get around campus. New York University at Buffalo students can remotely locate, rent and unlock GPS-enabled bikes. At Williams College, in Williamstown, Massachusetts, the Purple Bike Coalition provides free use of bikes and a staffed repair station; a cargo bike helps transport larger objects. Entrepreneurs are creative by nature; seeing a need and asking, “What if?” Eco-friendly, green-minded entrepreneurs take ideas a step farther, working to ensure the health of consumers and the planet. They succeed as they serve and inspire us all. Connect with the freelance writer via AveryMack@mindspring.com.

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Born to Eat Wild Why Ancestral Diets Boost Health by Judith Fertig

n The Omnivore’s Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals, Michael Pollan surmised that we’d be healthier if we ate the way our great-grandparents did. It would mean sticking to regularly scheduled meals instead of impulsive snacking, having a meat or protein item comprise only a quarter of our plate, adding fresh vegetables and eliminating junk food. We must look further back than our immediate ancestors, counters Jo Robinson, a food journalist who surveyed more than 6,000 scientific research studies before writing her bestselling Eating on the Wild Side: The Missing Link to Optimum Health. She has also co-authored several other books, including The Omega Diet: The Lifesaving Nutritional Program Based on the Diet of the Island of Crete.

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“Many believe we have dumbed down the nutrition in our food over the past 100 years,” says Robinson, who lives and gardens on Vashon Island, Washington. “Research shows we have been breeding out proteins and minerals and most importantly, antioxidants, for much longer.” She points out that the hunter-gatherer diet encompassed many wild foods that tasted more bitter, astringent, sour and earthy than the sweet blandness in today’s fruits and vegetables. Wild foods offered a wider variety of phytonutrients, but came at a cost—the time required to hunt and gather enough food for a day, let alone a season. “Then, 12,000 years ago, we had a better idea—gardening,” says Robinson. “We evolved to 20 varieties in a garden versus 150 in wild plants.” First, farmers chose sweet, starchy, mild-tasting, oil-rich foods such as figs, dates and olives. “We’re hard-wired to choose high-calorie foods because they’re directly connected to the 32

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pleasure centers of the brain,” she adds. After that, the trend to grow sweeter-tasting, less nutritious plants snowballed. Robinson cites research that found adding one Golden Delicious apple to the daily diet of a small group of overweight men led to higher levels of undesirable low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol and triglycerides due to its high-fructose content and low levels of antioxidants (International Journal of Preventive Medicine).

Wilder Options Even organic farming methods, in which the soil is naturally enriched, can’t return all those lost nutrients to our food. Rather than advocate that we return to eating wild foods, Robinson suggests finding wild equivalents. Even those that follow a paleo diet—presumably eaten by early humans and consisting chiefly of meat, fish, vegetables and fruit, excluding dairy, grain products and commercially processed items—could use further refinements in the produce they choose. She recommends specific varieties of fruits and vegetables and explains the benefits of “wild” foods such as meat, eggs and dairy from livestock and poultry fed on grass on her website, EatWild.com. We can make smarter choices, seeking wilder-type varieties of foods at the grocery store, farmers’ market and garden seed companies. In general, they are more vividly colored, especially from red to purple, and less sweet. Brightly colored fruits and vegetables indicate a botanical sunscreen the plant produces to protect itself from ultraviolet light and other external threats, notes Robinson; it’s an indication of a higher antioxidant activity. “Find as many purple foods as possible because they have anthocyanins, known to fight cancer and inflammation,” suggests Robinson. “The original carrot from Afghanistan is purple. It’s only been orange for the past 400 years when it was bred to salute the royal House of Orange, in the Netherlands.” According to Robinson, we can also prepare our foods in ways that maximize their phytonutrient content. Eat fresh-picked asparagus and broccoli immediately or their natural sugars and antioxidants disappear. Let chopped or pressed garlic sit for 10 minutes before using so its pungent allicin—the healthy compound that benefits our health— will increase. Tear fresh lettuce the day before eating and keep it fresh in a plastic bag with poked holes, to allow the still-living lettuce to rally its healthy compounds as if its battered leaves were repelling an insect attack. This emerging science of polyphenols, the technical term for phytonutrients in our food, will be explosive, predicts this pioneering research-based author. “There’s a new study just about every month,” she finds. It can all lead toward breeding and growing more nutritious foods that are more readily accessible to everyone. Judith Fertig writes cookbooks and foodie fiction from Overland Park, KS (JudithFertig.com).

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he old way of thinking about fruits and vegetables is ‘the more, the better,’ regardless of what you choose,” says wild food expert Jo Robinson. “Unfortunately, the most popular ones are the least nutritious, like Golden Delicious apples and supersweet corn.” In Eating on the Wild Side, Robinson cites considerable research that shows we can make better choices within each food category by simply selecting varieties closer to their wild ancestors. Generally, the most phytonutrient-rich options include kale, spinach, lettuces, asparagus and artichokes. Here are other top tips from the literature. n Tart apples such as Granny Smith, Braeburn, Honeycrisp and Liberty boost phytonutrients and fiber while reducing fructose content. n Haas avocados deliver more vitamin E and other antioxidants to support smooth skin and shiny hair than smaller Mexican avocados.

n Red finger bananas, when fully ripened to a deep magenta, are higher in vitamin C, beta-carotene, potassium and fiber than the common Cavendish banana. n Canned beans (which have been dried and then cooked) are better than home-cooked beans because the heat required for the canning process enhances their nutritional content. n Grass-fed beef is higher in vitamin E, beta-carotene and omega-3 essential fatty acids than corn-fed beef. n Dried currants made from Black Corinth grapes (sold as “Zante currants”) have more antioxidants than either brown or golden raisins. n Red grapefruit is preferred to yellow; the darker the red, the more beneficial the fruit. Red grapefruit but not yellow has been shown to lower triglycerides. n Raw kale is both the most bitter and beneficial of all the cruciferous vegetables. n Dark orange-hued mangos are superior to other tropical fruits, possessing five times the vitamin C of oranges and the fiber of pineapples. n Cherry, grape and currant tomatoes deliver more cancer-preventing lycopene than beefsteak tomatoes.

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rom learning to communicate to physically caring for each other, the secret lives of trees are wildly deep and complex. “They can count, learn and remember; nurse sick neighbors; warn each other of danger by sending electrical signals across a fungal network known as the ‘wood wide web’; and keep the ancient stumps of long-felled companions alive for centuries by feeding them a sugar solution through their roots,” reveals Peter Wohlleben, a German forest ranger and author of The Hidden Life of Trees: What They Feel, How They Communicate—Discoveries from a Secret World, released in September. Upon seeing two soaring beeches in the forest, Wohlleben observes, “These trees are friends. See how the thick branches point away from each other? That’s so they don’t block their buddy’s light. Sometimes, pairs are so interconnected at the roots that when one tree dies, the other one dies, too.” Wohlleben is rekindling a re-imagination of trees even as many people consider their role is only to supply us with oxygen and wood. Using a mix of scientific research and his own observations from studying forestry and working in the forest since 1987, the man who speaks for the trees does so in decidedly anthropomorphic terms. “Scientific language removes all

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the emotion, and people don’t understand it anymore. I use a human language. When I say, ‘Trees suckle their children,’ everyone knows immediately what I mean,” he says. After years of working for the state forestry administration in Rhineland-Palatinate, and then as a forester managing 3,000 acres of woods near Cologne, he began to understand that contemporary practices were not serving the trees or those that depend on them very well. Artificially spacing out trees ensures that trees get more sunlight and grow faster, but naturalists report that trees exist less like individuals and more as communal beings. By working together in networks and sharing resources, they increase their resistance to potentially damaging influences. After researching alternative approaches, Wohlleben began implementing some revolutionary concepts. He replaced heavy machinery with horses, stopped using insecticides and let the woods become wilder. The pilot German forest plot went from losing money to posting a profit in two years. As Dr. Seuss’ tree-loving Lorax says, “I speak for the trees. I speak for the trees, for the trees have no tongues.” Melissa Breyer, of Brooklyn, NY, is the editor of Treehugger.com, from which this article was adapted.

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ibrant colors. Changing vistas. Crisp, invigorating temps. It is not necessary to travel to New England or to the western plains to find the best that autumn has to offer. It is all right here in Central Ohio. Here is a list of some of our readers’ favorite local parks, forests, arboretums and preserves. While many may be widely known for their beauty and recreational offerings, there are also a few hidden gems. Alum Creek Park North, 221 W. Main St., Westerville. Westerville.org. Located near the Otterbein University campus, the outdoor amphitheatre showcases free outdoor concerts and is a community jewel. The park also features a new (2015) playground, fishing, a riverfront nature area, sand volleyball and lighted basketball courts. Antrim Park, 5800 Olentangy River Rd., Columbus. ColumbusRecParks. com. Features a charming bridge over the river, and a great place for sunshine and fitness exercises such as running, walking or biking. Blendon Woods Metro Park, 4265 E. Dublin Granville Rd., Columbus. MetroParks.net. Contains a waterfowl refuge and nature center, updated playground, disc golf and ice skating.

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Schiller Park, 1069 Jaeger St., Columbus. ColumbusRecParks.com. A show stage anchors this park, which is also treasured for its floral displays, recreation center and basketball courts. This historical park also features a statue of German poet and playwright Friedrich von Schiller and the “umbrella girl” fountain. Scioto Mile, 233 S. Civic Center Dr., Columbus. ColumbusRecParks.com. New enough to feature a surprise at every visit, and a beautiful backdrop for Ohio’s native wildlife and vegetation.

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Columbus Commons, 160 S. High St., Columbus. ColumbusCommons. org. Offers a gathering place on the river front; features free concerts (in season), a carousel, a reading room and cafes. Easy access to parking. Dawes Arboretum, 7770 Jacksontown Rd. SE, Newark. DawesArb. org. Woodlands, gardens, wetlands, ponds, meadows, a lake, a museum, and information at the Visitor Center to enhance enjoyment of all of the above. 30 miles from Columbus. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, 1777 Broad St., Columbus. FPConservatory.org. Cherished by area residents and visitors alike, the Conservatory maintains nature-based exhibits, greenhouses and landscaped grounds. The Conservatory’s Community Garden Campus is the largest public education garden in the nation.

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Gahanna Woods Nature Preserve, Taylor Station Rd., Gahanna. Gahanna. gov. Spring wildflowers, swamp forests and woodland pools, plus short trails. Goodale Park, 120 W. Goodale St., Columbus. ColumbusRecParks.com. A city park with skyline views. Devotees of this park love the elephant fountain, tennis courts and the blooming magnolia grove (in season). Northcrest Park, 5095 Reed Rd., Columbus. ColumbusRecParks.com. Widely used by the sports-minded of all ages with areas for basketball, tennis, cricket, softball and baseball. Olentangy River Greenway Trail – Columbus.gov. Passes through several neighborhoods from Worthington to downtown Columbus, and straight through the heart of The Ohio State University campus. A good place for relaxation and rejuvenation, as well as exercise; the riverside trail feels miles away from civilization.

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Thaddeus Kosciuszko Park, 4444 Hard Dr., Dublin. DublinOhioUSA.gov. Opened in 2012, this heavily wooded space includes jogging and hiking trails, fishing ponds, a gazebo, as wells as informational signs about the Continental Army colonel it honors. Topiary Park, 480 E. Town St., Columbus. TopiaryPark.org. Valued for its serene qualities, this peaceful park features plants artistically trimmed to recreate a famous Seurat pointillism painting, “A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte.” Whetstone Park of Roses, 3921 N. High St., Columbus. ColumbusRecParks.com. Award winning, beautiful bowers of 350 different varieties of roses (11,000 in all), but also perennial and herb gardens. Located in Whetstone Park, with a newer playground and lots of room to run and roam. Marge Veeder is a Midwest-based writer for Natural Awakenings. She enjoys writing about intergenerational relationships, travel, cooking, and topics related to children.

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Outdoor Yoga to Live Music – 10-11:30am. Join Loretta Zedella and guitarist Jesse Michael Barr for movement under the trees. We will also use therapy balls. $20. Scioto Park, 7377 Riverside Dr, Dublin. 614-410-4550. LorettaZedella.com.

Yin Yoga – 9-10:30am. Great for athletes, anyone with tight hips or people that sit. We will mindfully hold deep stretches, plus answer trivia questions as a group to help relax and enjoy our time together. Drop-ins welcome. $15. Yoga Happiness Studio, 219 E Arcadia Ave, Columbus. 614-446-2091. Burg@YogaHappiness.us. YogaHappiness.us.

Cold and Flu Aromatherapy – 1-4pm. Join certified aromatherapist Deborah Zerkle as we learn about ways to use essential oils to support health naturally during cold and flu season. We will work with the essential oils Sweet Orange, Siberian Fir, Lavender, Eucalyptus and Sweet Marjoram. Students will make an aromatic jojoba blend, an aloe hand cleanser and an inhaler, then take home handouts with recipes and ideas to make more blends. Pre-registration required. $65 non-Gahanna residents, $55 Gahanna residents. Ohio Herb Education Center, 110 Mill St, Gahanna. 614-342-4380. OhioHerbCenter.org. Suphoga Nights: Kundalini Yoga, Food and Friends – 6-8pm. Commemorate, radiate and celebrate with yoga, supper and prosperity during the transition from new moon to full moon. Bring a dish and a wish to share. RSVP required. All are welcome. Free, with a suggested donation. Kismet House, 1206 Franklin Ave, Columbus. 917-653-1724.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2 Om Alchemy Sound Healing Certification Workshop – 1-5pm. This foundational class provides an introduction to Om Alchemy Sound Healing while illuminating the scientific and mystical roots of sound healing in general. We will explore cross-culture use of sound and its healing potential, the relationship between the human body and sound, how we can use acupuncture points and energy meridians as pathways for vibrational healing. Led by Certified Meditation Instructor, Reiki Master Teacher and Om2Ohm owner Sheri Mollica-Rathburn. $200. Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center, 324 W Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.

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Explore the Core with Loretta Zedella – 2-4pm. We will explore how to obtain a strong and supple core. Students will use and take home two small therapy balls to help erase tension. We will discuss the components of the core and the attaching ligaments. $40. Bexley Yoga, 547 S Drexel Ave, Bexley. 614-362-5903. LorettaZedella.com.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5 Soul Session – 7-8:30pm. This midweek pickme-up is a soul-nourishing journey of music, meditation and sacred poetry. Class leaders Lisa Ferraro and Erika Luckett are Artists in Residence at Columbus Center for Spiritual Living. Free. Clintonville Women’s Club, 3951 N High St, Columbus. 614-216-0340. ColumbusCSL.org.

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Suphoga Nights: Kundalini Yoga, Food and Friends – 6-8pm. Commemorate, radiate and celebrate with yoga, supper and prosperity during the transition from new moon to full moon. Bring a dish and a wish to share. RSVP required. All are welcome. Free, with a suggested donation. Kismet House, 1206 Franklin Ave, Columbus. 917-653-1724.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9 Animal Reiki Class with Kaye Smith and Denise Musser – 9am-5pm. Animal Reiki is an energetic connection that is specially adapted to pets and other animals. It offers targeted pain and stress reduction techniques through light touch. Learn treatment techniques for assessing energy imbalances throughout the animal chakra system and how to work with each of these energy centers (chakras) to enhance the effectiveness of each session. Hands-on practice included. Prerequisite: Reiki I (or equivalent prior Reiki training). $150. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net. Workshop: Create an At-Home Yoga Practice – 11am-2pm. Learn the dos and don’ts of practicing at home. We will discuss the best order for arranging poses for safety and effectiveness. Students will leave with a sequence to work with and build upon. $30. Yoga Happiness Studio, 219 E Duncan St, Columbus. 614-446-2091. Burg@ YogaHappiness.us. YogaHappiness.us. Therapy Ball Erasing Tension – 4-6pm. Join Loretta Zedella as we use yoga therapy balls and specific movements to release tension from the body. We will focus on shoulders and low back pain, but also spend time on the neck and hips. Students take home two yoga therapy balls, handouts and skills to practice these simple and specific realigning techniques. $40. Breathe Yoga, 923 River Road, Granville. 740-334-3299. LorettaZedella.com.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13 Free Yin Yoga with Dr. Bartlett Q&A – 6-7:30pm. Meet Dr. Heather Bartlett of Bartlett Wellness Clinic in Clintonville. She will present a Q&A session as we practice yin yoga. Pre-registration required. Free. Yoga Happiness Studio, 219 E Arcadia Ave, Columbus. 614-446-2091. Burg@ YogaHappiness.us. YogaHappiness.us.

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Digestive and Cocktail Bitters – 7-9pm. Learn about the difference between digestive and cocktail bitters. Find out how they can help with blood sugar levels, nutrient assimilation, stomach acid issues, liver and gall bladder problems, as well as other digestive challenges. We will discuss the history of cocktail bitters and how to make one for drinking enjoyment. Students will produce a jar of each to take home. Pre-registration required. $50. Boline Apothecary, 15 W Dunedin Rd, Columbus. 614-517-0466. BolineApothecary.com. Full Moon Goddess Circle – 7-9:30pm. The full moon beckons us to slow down and reflect on our current life journey, and this event is the time to do some deep soul work. Join us for a night of connection, manifesting and healing. We will cleanse our energy and release that which does not serve us. Connect with the inner Goddess, flow with the full moon energy and reignite the heart song with like-minded women. Pre-registration required. $30. Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center, 324 W Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.

Heart, that uses guided imagery, drumming and song as a means for meeting our spirit guides and receiving life direction. $45. Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center, 324 W Case St, Powell. 614787-0583. Om2Ohm.com.

Fall Fruits – 1-2:30pm. Preserving is a great way to capture autumn’s bountiful herbal harvest. Many fall fruits are rich in vitamin C, which helps strengthen our immunity going into colder weather. This also gives them a tart character, which pairs perfectly with sweet flavors in jams, jellies and preserves. Special focus will be given to native fruits such as rose hips, cranberries, hawthorn berries, elderberries, and juniper berries. Learn how to make a simple preserve, and leave with the knowledge of how to preserve and share the garden harvest. Pre-registration required. $30 non-Gahanna residents, $25 Gahanna residents. Ohio Herb Education Center, 110 Mill St, Gahanna. 614-342-4380. OhioHerbCenter.org.

Pathways to the Divine – 2-5pm. Join renowned authors, Reiki Master Teachers and Shamanic Practitioners John Kralovec and Molly Larkin for a spiritual journey. Guests will experience a combination of ceremony, presentation and guided meditation as they are led into the sacred shamanic realm of the ancient Maya and Native American cultures. Develop an understanding of the rich spirituality of these indigenous cultures, and learn about the Native American vision quest tradition. John and Molly will also guide guests through the “Inner Vision Quest”, a guided meditation created by Muskogee-Creek spiritual leader Bear

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15 Autumn Outdoor Yoga and Farewell to Loretta Zedella – 9:30-10:45am. Celebrate the colors of fall while practicing yoga in nature, and help say goodbye to a veteran of the Central Ohio yoga scene. After teaching for 14 years, this will be Loretta’s last local scheduled class before moving to Asheville, SC. Salute the sun, sky and trees as we use therapy balls to release body tensions. $15. Scioto Park, 7377 Riverside Dr, Dublin. 614-4104550. LorettaZedella.com.

Usui Reiki I Class: Weekend Series – (Series: 10/16) 9am-5pm. The Reiki Center is the only facility in Central Ohio that provides Reiki training in the traditional (original) method. The difference between traditional and modern (Western) Reiki training is significant, as the original version provides more comprehensive training and a deeper understanding of the practice’s spiritual impact on life, including finding meaning and purpose. We will learn to identify and transmit healing energy to relieve a headache or an aching muscle without medication. Hands-on experiences will demonstrate how to feel energy and see its immediate impact on self, family, friends and pets. $300. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16 ALC Fall Open House – 3:30-6:30pm. Explore the All Life Center and sample an array of professional and integrative services. Meet our members and learn about their practices, plus experience mini-sessions of massage, Reiki, aromatherapy and more. After the open house we will offer our Full Moon Drumming program from 7-10pm. Free. All Life Community Center, 123 Hyatts Rd, Delaware. 740-201-8242. AllLifeCommunity.org.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20 Herbal Tea Circle – 7-8pm. Join us for an informal evening of tea and herbal discussion. We will sample a featured tea or blend and enjoy light refreshment with an herbal twist, plus spend the hour in discussion of whatever herbal topics the group wants to explore. Tea circle will meet on the third Thursday of each month. Instructor: Jennifer Schneller. Pre-registration required. $7 non-Gahanna residents, $5 Gahanna residents. Ohio Herb Education Center, 110 Mill St, Gahanna. 614-3424380. OhioHerbCenter.org.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22 Yin Yoga – 9-10:30am. Great for athletes, anyone with tight hips or people that sit. We will mindfully hold deep stretches, plus answer trivia questions as a group to help relax and enjoy our time together. Drop-ins welcome. $15. Yoga Happiness Studio, 219 E Arcadia Ave, Columbus. 614-446-2091. Burg@YogaHappiness.us. YogaHappiness.us.

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23 Reiki I Immersion – 1-4:30pm. Achieve self-mastery and self-haling through Reiki. Join Reiki Master Teacher Sheri Rathburn on a journey toward becoming a vessel for healing. In this workshop it is both a passion and a calling to initiate students into the beautiful world of Reiki, in order that they and others might benefit from the quality of healing and the unconditional love and compassion it represents. $175. Om2Ohm Meditation and Wellness Center, 324 W Case St, Powell. 614-787-0583. Om2Ohm.com. It’s All Natural! 3rd Birthday Party – 2-5pm. Sample vegan food from vegan-owned or vegan-friendly businesses. We will have a cupcake social and vegan trunk-o-treats starting at 3pm. Open to vegans and non-vegans alike. Free. It’s All Natural!, 1360 Cherry Bottom Rd, Gahanna. 614476-6159. ItsAll-Natural.com. See ad, page 27.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25 Raindrop Technique Certification Class with Rev. Melody Lynn Jenkins, M.Msc. – 6-9pm. The Raindrop Technique is a procedure that combines a variety of energy work and Mother Earth’s natural medicine. It was developed by D. Gary Young in the 1980s and includes the use of several powerful essential oils to support the immune system, both as aromatics and as direct topical agents in effleurage, through a series of specific techniques for the spinal muscles and moist heat via a warm compress. $150. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-4868323. TheReikiCenter.net.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28 Aromatherapy Certification Program Level I: Foundations Aromatherapy with Anastasia Shevchenko – (Series: 10/29, 10/30) 8am-5pm. The curriculum for this course was developed around educational standards set by The National Association of Holistic Aromatherapy (N.A.H.A.). During this three-day seminar, students will be introduced to the history of aromatherapy, methods of extraction, basic physiology and chemistry as it relates to essential oils, methods of application, precautions and more. We will discuss in-depth information about 20 different essential oils and their physical, emotional and spiritual effects. We will review practical applications, interactions, methods of delivery, creating blends, including hands-on classroom experience creating 12 different blends for use with a variety of conditions. $900. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net. Usui Reiki I Class: Friday Nights Series – (Series: 11/4, 11/11, 11/18) 6-9pm. The Reiki Center is the only facility in Central Ohio that provides Reiki training in the traditional (original) method. The difference between traditional and modern (Western) Reiki training is significant, as the original version provides more comprehensive training and a deeper understanding of the practice’s spiritual impact on life, including finding meaning and purpose. We will learn to identify and transmit healing energy to relieve a headache or an aching muscle without medication. Hands-on experiences will demonstrate how to feel energy and see its immediate impact on self, family, friends and pets. $300. The Reiki Center, 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus. 614-486-8323. TheReikiCenter.net.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29 Green Teen Series: Zombie Apocalypse – Herbs for Survival – 1-2pm. Learn how to be a hero and help friends and family survive in the event of a zombie apocalypse. In this class, teens will explore how to use common weeds to make herbal compresses, poultices and salves that can be used on bites, stings and scratches. Each survivor will make an herbal drawing salve to take home, as well as learn the basics of herbal trail first aid. Ages 13-18 only. Instructor: Sarah Clement. Pre-registration required. $30 non-Gahanna residents, $25 Gahanna residents. Ohio Herb Education Center, 110 Mill St, Gahanna. 614-342-4380. OhioHerbCenter.org.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30 Meditation Workshop – Noon-2pm. Lama Tom Broadwater will present meditative and spiritual practices from Tibetan Buddhism. Ideal to counter an environment of fear and aggression. Free. Unity Church of Delaware, 4277 Columbus Pike, Delaware. 740-363-7800. UnityDelawareOhio.org.

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Free Integrative Health Screening Day – Noon-5pm. Join us for a day of complimentary health screenings and services. We will provide integrative physicals, cholesterol and glucose testing, plus comprehensive medication reviews. Services include massage, Reiki and health coaching. RSVP preferred. Free. All Life Community Center, 123 Hyatts Rd, Delaware. 740-201-8242. AllLifeCommunity.org.

farmers’markets daily thursday HTH Farm Market – See website for day-specific hours. Fresh seasonal produce, plants and mulch, locally-raised beef and chicken, plus specialty items such as brown eggs, jams, jellies, Amish cheese and pies. 2340 W Dublin-Granville Rd, Linworth. 614-266-9377. FarmersMarketColumbus.com.

tuesday Pearl Market – ENDS October 11. 10:30am1pm. This urban market delivers a merchant mix reflective of the rich cultural diversity of Central Ohio, including a wide array of locally-grown produce, hand-crafted merchandise and delicious food. 19 N Pearl St, Columbus. 614-6455061. DowntownColumbus.com/PearlMarket. Franklinton Produce Market – 3-7pm. 1003 W Town St, Columbus. FranklintonGardens. org/Market.

wednesday Outdoor Farm and Handcraft Market – 2-7pm. 508 N Cassady Ave, Bexley. 614-2523951. BexleyNaturalMarket.org.

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All Life Community Farmers’ Market – 3:306:30pm. Cooking demonstrations and locally grown fresh fruits and veggies. 123 Hyatts Rd, Delaware. 740-201-8242. AllLifeCommunity.org. Bexley Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm. Where farms meet Main Street. Local produce, meats and cheeses, children’s events, live music, food trucks. 2111 E Main St., Bexley. BexleyFarmersMarket.com. Plain City Farmers’ Market – ENDS October 6. 4:30-7pm. Fresh fruits and veggies, baked and canned goods, pet treats, plants and cut flowers, live music and activities for children and adults. 105 W Main St, Plain City. Facebook.com/ PlainCityFarmersMarket.

friday Pearl Market – ENDS October 14. 10:30am1pm. This urban market delivers a merchant mix reflective of the rich cultural diversity of Central Ohio, including a wide array of locally-grown produce, hand-crafted merchandise and delicious food. 19 N Pearl St, Columbus. 614-6455061. DowntownColumbus.com/PearlMarket.

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Worthington Farmers Market – 8am-Noon. Central Ohio’s largest farmers’ market, with more than 70 vendors offering locally grown seasonal fruits and vegetables, locally produced cheeses, jams, jellies, honey and maple syrup, high-quality cuts of meat from carefully raised farm animals, eggs from pastured chickens, flowers, herbs, plants, homemade soaps, and foodstuffs. 7227 N High St, Worthington. 614285-5341. WorthingtonFarmersMarket.com. Union County Farmers Market – ENDS October 8. 8-11am. Seasonal offerings of locally grown, raised, baked and made goods. 160 E 6th St, Marysville. 937-644-8530. UnionCountyFarmersMarket.com. Clintonville Farmers’ Market – 9am-Noon. A producer-only market, where everything for sale is grown or made by a local farmer or cottage food producer. 3535 N High St, Columbus. ClintonvilleFarmersMarket.org. Sunbury Farmers’ Market – ENDS October 15. 9am-Noon. Home grown and homemade products from local vendors. 39 E Granville St, Sunbury. 740-965-2860. Facebook.com/ SunburyFarmersMarket.

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Yin Yoga – 6-7pm. Lengthen connective tissue by releasing into each posture for three to five minutes. Open to all, but not recommended for those in the third trimester of pregnancy. Shift, 1520 W 1st Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-407-4668. Lucy@ ShiftGrandview.com. ShiftGrandview.com.

Advanced Yingjie Tai Chi – 3-4pm. This Tai Chi style blends various martial arts into a philosophy designed to develop strength, relaxation, and self-defense. Positive energy for stress relief. $35/ session, $85/monthly. The Grey Budha, 400 West Rich St, Columbus. 614-975-7683. GreyBudha. Weebly.com.

monday Morning Meditation – 8:30-9am. An empowering and relaxing way to set the tone for the day or week. Shift, 1520 W 1st Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-407-4668. Lucy@ShiftGrandview. com. ShiftGrandview.com. SpinExpress Classes – Noon-12:45pm. Get the heart pumping over the lunch hour. Drop-ins welcome. PAI Yoga and Fitness, 6367 Sawmill Rd, Dublin. 614-397-8230. Info@PAIYogaFitness. com. PAIYogaFitness.com.

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Noon Beginners Basics Yoga – Noon-1pm. Join Kris Tann for a fit way to start the second half of the day. PAI Yoga and Fitness, 5576 N Hamilton Rd, Columbus. 614-397-8230. Info@PAIYogaFitness.com. PAIYogaFitness.com. Next Level: High Intensity Training – 5:306:30pm. This total body workout shocks muscles with an always-changing format and set of exercises. Any fitness level can have benefit from this program. Builds endurance, reduces body fat and increases flexibility. $10. Elite Physiques, 350 E Orange Rd, Lewis Center. 740-548-3637. ElitePhysiquesInc.com. Fascial Release Class – 7-8pm. Incorporate foam rollers, trigger point props, stability equipment, developmental patterning, and yoga to uniquely access and work through tension, pain, and stress. Taught by Dr. Melinda Cooksey. $20. All Life Community Center, 123 Hyatts Rd, Delaware. 614-563-0997. AllLifeCommunity.org. Salty Yoga – 7-8pm. Relax and breathe in during a one-hour Slow Flow yoga class combined with salt inhalation therapy. Instructor: Kathy Morgan. $20. City Salt Spa, 218 W Main St, Plain City. 614-873-0072. CitySaltSpa.com. Flow and Let Go – 7:30-8:30pm. This upbeat vinyasa class begins with a slow warm up, then moves into a rhythmic and continuous flow, building lots of heat and momentum. Clear the mind, work

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Tea for Tuesdays – 10am-6pm. During regular Tuesday business hours, come sample a warm tea in the cold months, and a cool tea in the warm months. Free. Boline Apothecary. 15 W Dunedin Rd., Columbus. 614-517-0466. BolineApothecary.com. Mid-Day Hatha Yoga – 12:15-1pm. Prep the body to handle the rest of the day centered, grounded, but stimulated and strong. Open to all levels. Shift, 1520 W 1st Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-407-4668. Lucy@ShiftGrandview.com. ShiftGrandview.com. Mellow Yoga – 7:15-8:15pm. This restorative class helps to limber up, expand a stiff back and defog a clouded mind. Yoga-Well-Being, 1510 Hess St, Columbus. 614-432-7553. YWBYoga.com.

wednesday Morning Meditation – 8:30-9am. An empowering and relaxing way to set the tone for the day or week. Shift, 1520 W 1st Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-407-4668. Lucy@ShiftGrandview. com. ShiftGrandview.com. Salty Yoga – 9-10am. Relax and breathe in during a one-hour Slow Flow yoga class combined with salt inhalation therapy. Instructor: Lindsay Davis. $20. City Salt Spa, 218 W Main St, Plain City. 614-873-0072. CitySaltSpa.com. Chair Yoga – 11:15am-12:15pm. Designed for those who might have difficulty using a yoga mat, this class is suitable for all levels of practice and includes standing poses and balances, plus work along a wall to lengthen and strengthen the body. Taught by Sipra Pimputkar. $15. Yoga-Well-Being, 1510 Hess St, Columbus. 614-432-7553. YWBYoga.com. Noon Beginners Basics Yoga – Noon-1pm. Join Kris Tann for a fit way to start the second half of the day. PAI Yoga and Fitness, 5576 N Hamilton Rd, Columbus. 614-397-8230. Info@PAIYogaFitness.com. PAIYogaFitness.com. Kundalini Yoga – 5:45-7:45pm. An all-encompassing yoga that uses pranayam (breathing techniques), yoga posture, movements, mantra, deep relaxation, and meditation. Flexibility is not required, however, and open mind is important. $15/drop-in, $12/two or more classes. Center for Wholeness, 4041 N High St, Ste 100, Columbus. 614-596-6385. YogaMallett@Yahoo.com. CFWOhio.org. Tai Chi – 6-7pm. A moving meditation done standing that centers and grounds the practitioner. Build strength and balance in the physical body while enhancing internal vital energy. Shift, 1520 W 1st Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-407-4668. Lucy@ ShiftGrandview.com. ShiftGrandview.com. Beginning Yingjie Tai Chi – 6:30-8pm. This Tai Chi style blends various martial arts into a philos-

ophy designed to develop strength, relaxation, and self-defense. Positive energy for stress relief. $35/ session, $85/monthly. The Grey Budha, 400 West Rich St, Columbus. 614-975-7683. GreyBudha. Weebly.com.

thursday Mixed Level Vinyasa Flow Yoga – 9:30-10:30am. Participants build strength, plus increase flexibility and balance. Poses move gracefully from one to the next, using the inhalation and exhalation of the breath as a guide for each movement. Taught by Lisa Chorey. $15/drop-in. Elite Physiques, 350 E Orange Rd, Lewis Center. 740-548-3637. ElitePhysiquesInc.com. Mid-Day Hatha Yoga – 12:15-1pm. Prep the body to handle the rest of the day centered, grounded, but stimulated and strong. Open to all levels. Shift, 1520 W 1st Ave, Grandview Heights. 614-407-4668. Lucy@ShiftGrandview.com. ShiftGrandview.com. TRXExpress Classes – Noon-12:45pm. Get a lunchtime workout in with this midday fitness program. Drop-ins welcome. PAI Yoga and Fitness, 5576 N Hamilton Rd, Columbus. 614-397-8230. Info@PAIYogaFitness.com. PAIYogaFitness.com. Yoga: Wisdom and Motion – 6:15-7:45pm. A blend of yoga poses and philosophy. Classes include breath work, postures, relaxation exercises and basic principles. All skill levels and abilities welcome. $14 members, $15 non-members. Center for Wholeness, 4041 N High St, Ste 100, Columbus. 614-398-0890. JoyfulLotusYoga.com.

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Turtle Flow Yoga – 6:35-7:35pm. Experience completeness by integrating breath and movement to create a powerful and stabilizing, yet delicate and meditative flow. The measured pace supports quality of breath, postural alignment, and awareness of the body and mind. Great for beginners to advanced yogis. $15. Arena District Athletic Club, 325 John H. McConnell Blvd, Ste 150, Columbus. 614-719-9616. MaggieFekete.com. Columbus Threshold Choir Rehearsal – 7-8:30pm. For those who can carry a tune, and enjoy conveying kindness through singing. This all-female choir is dedicated to singing at the bedsides of those struggling between living and dying, in hospitals, hospices, extended care facilities and private residences in the Columbus metropolitan area. Free. Columbus Mennonite Church, 35 Oakland Park Ave, Columbus. 614-600-2460. Columbus@ThresholdChoir.org. ThresholdChoir. org/Columbus. Kundalini Yoga with Emily Willen – 7-8:30pm. Walk-ins welcome. No preregistration necessary. $15. All Life Community Center, 123 Hyatts Rd, Delaware. 330-701-0161. AllLifeCommunity.org. Yoga Well Being – 7:15-8:30pm. This class is based in the Hatha tradition. The moves are challenging, yet simple and accessible to all. Open to new and veteran students. Practice proper breathing and meditation in a warmed room. Yoga-Well-Being, 1510 Hess St, Columbus. 614432-7553. YWBYoga.com.

friday SpinExpress Classes – Noon-12:45pm. Get the heart pumping over the lunch hour. Drop-ins welcome. PAI Yoga and Fitness, 6367 Sawmill Rd, Dublin. 614-397-8230. Info@PAIYogaFitness. com. PAIYogaFitness.com. TRXExpress Classes – Noon-12:45pm. Get a lunchtime workout in with this midday fitness program. Drop-ins welcome. PAI Yoga and Fitness, 5576 N Hamilton Rd, Columbus. 614-397-8230. Info@PAIYogaFitness.com. PAIYogaFitness.com. Yoga Well Being – 2-3:15pm. This class is based in the Hatha tradition. The moves are challenging, yet simple and accessible to all. Open to new and veteran students. Practice proper breathing and meditation in a warmed room. Yoga-Well-Being, 1510 Hess St, Columbus. 614-432-7553. YWBYoga.com. Dancing Mindfulness – 7:30-9pm. For beginners and experienced movers alike, this meditation and creative movement class explores the mind-body connection and mindfulness through dance. $10 suggested donation. Center for Wholeness, 4140 N High St, Ste 100, Columbus. 614-784-8488. DancingMindfulness.com.

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Lily Shahar Kunning, Owner 15 W Dunedin Rd, Columbus 614-517-0466 Lily@BolineApothecary.com BolineApothecary.com We are an old-fashioned apothecary that makes tonics and body care for the community. Our shop is run by an herbalist who uses time-tested, tried-and-true methods to select and curate her “good for you” offerings. We also carry local and national lines of homeopathic remedies, Ayurvedic medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), dried bulk herbs, spices, body care ingredients and essential oils. Classes are held regularly on the demonstration and hands-on creation of human and pet remedies. Many of our raw ingredients are sourced locally, so be sure to visit regularly to view our seasonal offerings. See ad, page 39.

BIOFEEDBACK BRAINCORE THERAPY

Deb Wellmes, MA, CCC/SLP, ND Beecher Wellness Center 428 Beecher Rd, Ste B, Gahanna 614-855-5533 BrainCoreOhio@gmail.com BrainCoreOhio.com BrainCore Therapy™ provides a unique, drugfree approach to treating Brainwave Dysregulation, a condition brought about by tension on the nervous system from a variety of factors. Brainwave Dysregulation may be associated with several neurological conditions such as ADD/ADHD, insomnia, panic attacks, autism, anxiety, memory loss, TBI, migraines and PTSD.

BIOIDENTICAL HORMONE THERAPY INTEGRATIVE HORMONE CONSULTING

Robert Wood, RPh, Consulting Pharmacist 7720 Rivers Edge Dr, Ste 121, Columbus 614-888-8923 IntegrativeHormoneConsulting.com Dr. Wood works closely with each patient to provide the correct balance of hormone t h e r a p y, n u t r i t i o n a l support and lifestyle changes. He has 18 years experience, works with many area practitioners, and sees patients of all ages, both men and women. Find out how hormone therapy can be effective in multiple-symptom management. See ad, page 37.

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Lori and Mark Vaas, Blue Diamond Wellness Advocates 614-681-4646 LoriVaas@gmail.com MydoTerra.com/LoriVaas Who is controlling your health care? Empower yourself with Nature’s medicine: essential oils! We will teach you how at our free classes. doTERRA is the only brand to be thirdparty certified as 100 percent pure and potent, and why it is currently being used in many hospitals, including locally at the OSU’s James Cancer Hospital. Email us for a current class schedule, or to schedule your free private consult. Also visit our Facebook page – Lori’s Essential Oil Well. See ad, page 10.

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FENG SHUI INSTITUTE OF AMERICA Connie Spruill, Owner/Director An International Feng Shui Certification School 614-325-5452 (cell) 614-837-8370 (school) FengShuiConnie@gmail.com Feng-Shui-Institute-Of-America.com

We enroll new students throughout the year for feng shui certification. Our program teaches a scientific and mindful approach, incorporating brain science and teaching only remedies that are backed up by science. We offer a proven business system training that guarantees new profit centers for your holistic practice. We are a Certified Gold School with the International Feng Shui Guild. Private feng shui consultations are available for residential and businesses. Continuing education courses can be customized for your industry. If you are not inclined to enroll in full certification, we offer a personal feng shui coaching course to apply to your own life. See ad, page 10.

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106 E Moler St, Columbus 614-929-5255 Service@TYFineFurniture.com TYFineFurniture.com We custom design and hand produce all our unique commercial and home décor pieces from naturally fallen timber, applying water or milk-based glues and a proprietary organic wood finish. Our furniture is heirloom quality and guaranteed for life. We also sell a handpicked selection of Ohio-made organic mattresses, to help reduce harmful chemical exposure in your home. See ad, page 3.

HALOTHERAPY CITY SALT SPA

218 W Main St, Plain City 614-873-0072 CitySaltSpa.com Salt therapy is a drug-free, natural treatment for respiratory and skin ailments through salt inhalation. In addition to two adult salt therapy rooms, our family wellness center has a dedicated children’s salt therapy play room. Beyond providing salt therapy sessions, we also host Salty Yoga classes plus offer Salty Reiki and Salty Massage. We have a full line of Himalayan salt lamps and products, as wells as Young Living essential oils. See ad, page 29.

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INTEGRATIVE HYPNOTHERAPY

TD Hickerson, Certified Hypnotherapist 77 E Wilson Bridge Rd #200, Worthington 614-304-1061 Info@Integrative-Hypnotherapy.com Integrative-Hypnotherapy.com At Integrative Hypnotherapy, we help our clients grow through the issues that kept them frustrated, worried and hurt. We help them find the relief they need, and build confidence, peace and ease into their daily lives. We do this by getting to the root of the matter (the thoughts and beliefs in the mind) and that is precisely why the changes stick. If you need some support in making a lasting positive change, schedule yourself a free phone consult today at In-Hyp.com/free, or call us at (614) 304-1061. P.S. - We can help with a number of issues. See In-Hyp.com/155 for a list of some of the issues we work with. See ad, page 21.

INTEGRATIVE HEALTH VITELLAS CHUN INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE AND ACUPUNCTURE Linda Chun, MD, Internal Medicine and Pediatrics Hope Vitellas, Licensed Acupuncturist 929 Harrison Ave, Ste 203, Columbus 614-725-1885 VitellasChun@gmail.com VitellasChun.com

Perhaps you struggle with chronic pain, fatigue, digestive problems or anxiety, and want to explore d i ff e r e n t a p p r o a c h e s f o r treatment. Perhaps you wish to decrease your use of medications. Perhaps you seek to boost your level of wellness. An integrative medicine consultation covers nutrition, vitamins and supplements, sleep, stress management, mind-body therapies and more, while an acupuncture session might include cupping, moxibustion or other aspects of Traditional Chinese Medicine. We also offer combined consultations, blending Western and Eastern medicine, in our commitment to providing compassionate and comprehensive holistic care. See ad, page 7.

MEDITATION OM2OHM WELLNESS STUDIO

Sheri Mollica-Rathburn, Owner, C.MI 324 W Case St, Powell 614-787-0583 Sheri@Om2Ohm.com Om2Ohm.com Om2Ohm will change the way you think about stress management. We offer Peace Management for individuals and groups, teaching management of daily peace as opposed to stress. Through Certified Meditation Instruction, Sound Healing, Chromotherapy, Mindfulness based guidance, Energy and Body Work we will transform and empower you. Allow yourself time for peace in our beautiful Om2Ohm wellness center, leave your worries at the door and enter into your “Om away from home”.

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NATURAL FOODS BEXLEY NATURAL MARKET

508 N Cassady Ave, Bexley 614-252-3951 BexleyNaturalMarket@yahoo.com BexleyNaturalMarket.org The Bexley Natural Market is a not-for-profit cooperative grocery store dedicated to providing food of the highest possible nutritional quality to our members and community. We provide many local and organic products, bulk foods, organic herbs and spices, as well as a vast array of vitamins and supplements to support the health of our customers. We like to support local businesses and farmers by being a space in which their products are available. See ad, page 37.

IT’S ALL NATURAL!

1360 Cherry Bottom Rd, Gahanna 614-476-6159 ItsAll-Natural.com It’s All Natural! is a prominent source of vegetarian and vegan products, offering organic, ecoconscious and down-to-earth items. Our mission is to promote a benevolent, eco-friendly and vegan lifestyle. We strive to be fertile ground where seeds of love can be planted to grow in health and harmony. See ad, page 27.

MOMENTUM98 NATURAL HEALTH STORE 3509 N High St, Columbus 614-262-7087 Moment98@aol.com Momentum98.com

We have been serving the holistic health needs of the Central Ohio community since January 1, 1980, selling products that uplift on all levels of existence. We carry raw foods and superfoods, herbal supplements and oxygen supplements, castor oil and essential oils, plus Chinese herbal tonics and shilajit. We also specialize in wellness and natural living accessories, including over 100 massage tools, magnets, color therapy glasses, coning candles, tuning forks, yoga supplies, hemp clothing, inversion and exercise machines, water purifying and energizing devices, plus foot detox ionizers. Stop by our store to experience five to ten minutes of the Relax far-infrared saunas and lamps, to detoxify, ease inflammation and pain, and invigorate the body.

RAISIN RACK NATURAL FOOD MARKET 2545 W Schrock Rd, Westerville 614-882-5886 RaisinRack.com

Raisin Rack offers a complete variety of organic groceries, including gluten-free foods, vegan/vegetarian products, and dairy-free items. Bulk grains, herbs, nuts and seeds accompany organically-grown fruits and vegetables, as well as a complete selection of vitamins, minerals, herbals and other nutrients from leading national brands. See ad, page 15.

NATUROPATHY DANCE SYNERGY

Shirley J. McLain, ND Maren Schwital, ND 140 Morse Rd, Columbus 614-848-4998 DanceSynergy@aol.com DanceSynergyMBA.com

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WILBRIDGE WELLNESS GROUP

Becky Appelfeller, MAT, CRS, BEP 614-515-3692 Pam Hatch, M. Ed 614-338-5716 6797 N High St, Ste 221, Worthington WilbridgeWellness.com

DUNIGAN REAL ESTATE GROUP Cindy Dunigan, Realtor 3500 N High St, Columbus 614-361-8400 Cindy.Dunigan@e-Merge.com CindyDunigan.com

There are only a handful of Realtors in the Central Ohio area that carry the National Association of Realtors GREEN designation, and Cindy Dunigan is one of them. She has taken the initiative to encourage the industry to produce more sustainable homes, and helps communities to reduce their consumption by implementing sustainable practices. Cindy is devoted to reducing her own footprint on the environment, and lives by her motto: “We can make a significant impact on the world around us one person at a time.”

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THE NATURAL NAIL SPA 8487 Sancus Blvd, Columbus 614-985-3205 TheNaturalNailSpa.com

Dance Synergy Movement and Bodywork Art Pro-Active Health combines the naturopathic philosophy with whole food nutrition, herbal support and bodywork, as well as tools for ergonomic movement alignment, recovery from injuries, plus freedom from pain and illness. We offer nutritional heart health assessments using Royal Lee’s endocardiograph, private sessions, phone consultations, distance education in herbal synergy bodywork for you as well as your pet, and weekly group classes in dance, stretch and alignment. Our boutique includes Birkenstock and Vibram Five Fingers footwear, dance wear, Alex Grey art clothing, and moldavite incense and bath salt. See ad, page 19.

PHOENIX WELLNESS CENTER Dr. Trudy Pieper, ND Dr. Allison Engelbert, ND 10 S Main St, Johnstown 740-616-9949 PhoenixWellness4U.com

Drs. Trudy and Allison are board certified and accredited by the American Naturo-pathic Medical Association (ANMA), the oldest and largest professional naturopathic medical organization in the U.S. Dr. Trudy is author of Prevention is the Cure for Cancer and was awarded the ANMA 2014 Higher Achievement Award. Dr. Allison is a Master Herbalist and specializes in women’s wellness.

We offer life coaching and massage therapy services. Becky and Pam work with individuals, couples, families and groups. Becky practices a holistic wellness approach to healing and emotional health, drawing from her extensive training in Gestalt therapy, Neuro Emotional Technique (NET), Rubenfeld Synergy and integrative bioenergetic medicine. Pam’s specialties include Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) and hypnotherapy, as well as nutrition and lifestyle guidance for mental and emotional health, weight loss and management, mindfulness, and support for depression and anxiety. See ad, page 17.

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VIRTUE SALON

Melanie Guzzo, Owner 3282 N High St, Columbus 614-725-2329 VirtueVeganSalon.com We are committed to helping men and women enjoy the luxuries of the modern beauty industry without harming animals, the environment or our health. We are dedicated to working in an organized, stress-free setting while enjoying a holistic lifestyle within true community. See ad, page 37.

WELLNESS CENTER THE REIKI CENTER

Linda Haley, RMT, Director 1540 W 5th Ave, Columbus 614-486-8323 TheReikiCenter.net The Reiki Center is Central Ohio’s oldest and largest natural wellness center, plus the only center to offer Reiki classes in the traditional format. More than 20 services are available to meet your wellness, spiritual and emotional goals, including energy therapies, therapeutic bodywork, shamanic and intuitive services, as well as animal therapies. Open daily from 9am-9pm. See ad, page 21.

Five locations: Grandview Heights, Powell, New Albany, Upper Arlington, Worthington 844-469-6428 GoYogaUSA.com At GoYoga, we are regular working people with busy schedules and tight budgets, on a mission to inspire the Central Ohio community through providing convenient and affordable yoga classes, taught by compassionate and knowledgeable instructors. With over 150 programs each week, ranging from Beginners Series, workshops, and 100, 200 and 500-hour teacher training courses, we are here to provide you with a life-changing opportunity to live stronger, healthier and more mindfully. REAL YOGA FOR REAL PEOPLE! See ad, page 33.

PAI YOGA AND FITNESS

Two locations: Dublin and Gahanna/New Albany 614-397-8230 Info@PAIYogaFitness.com PAIYogaFitness.com At PAI, we want to be a part of your life’s journey. It is our goal to provide an atmosphere of refuge, relaxation and wellness for all those who enter our sanctuary; a place where serenity and functionality meet as one. Our studio offers a noncompetitive, supportive environment to help you discover your body’s full potential. Both of our studios offer a wide array of yoga classes, as well as Barre, Spin, and a newly revamped TRX/fitness program. We also offer different types of workshops, and recently implemented a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training Program. Come and get your piece of the PAI! Mention this listing and your first class is free. See ad, page 7.

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