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other’s Day in May brings thoughts of celebrating the special women in our lives. This month’s Women’s Wellness issue offers a wealth of insight and incentive on the path to optimum well-being. As Radmacher indicates, living life with conscious purpose changes everything. Natural Awakenings readers understand such a state of being necessarily includes fitness of mind, body and spirit and that it’s all about balance. Are you practicing wellness daily? Our bodies were meant to move and a key to getting it done is to “Do what you love.” I love beginning my day with a spinning class and look forward to getting my heart beating and sweat pouring, and the natural high from endorphins that help keep me energized all day long. If walking is your love, schedule a time to meet up with a friend. When something make us feel this good, we stick with it and seeing results feeds a desire to do more. What we eat is equally vital. Recently I saw the documentary Food Matters and thought, “Everyone needs to see this.” We are what we eat and it’s where wellness starts. Epidemic diseases in America confirm we’re not there yet. The logical next step was to sit my kids down to watch the film. I’m sure they will thank me for it someday. For women especially, maintaining healthy hormone levels throughout life is essential to wellness. Imbalances can lead to a host of dysfunctions and diseases, which is why balance is such a key concept here as in all of life. On pages 28 and 29, Dr. Julie Kissel of BodyLogicMD of Cincinnati, in Blue Ash, and Holistic Practitioner Victoria Smith, owner of Significant Healing Well Care Practice, in Florence, Kentucky, help us better understand the role natural hormones play in maintaining optimum health As a licensed massage therapist, bodywork has always been part of my own wellness journey and I turn to it first. This month’s “Bodywork Guide” includes local massage therapists, acupuncturists and chiropractors that help our body do what it is meant to do—heal itself. A little assistance supports its self-sustaining ability… such as feeding it good nutrition and purging contaminants acquired from crop pesticides and environmental pollutants. Thus, detoxification should play into any wellness program. Jen Beck, owner of Advanced Wellness, in Blue Ash, and Naturopath Mary Rasmussen, owner of Cincinnati’s Pure Life Studio, offer effective programs designed to help rid the body of unwanted toxins. Finally, it feels good to let our inner child out to play by surrounding ourselves with friends. A healthy social calendar is another way we show up in our life and make it all we want it to be. Whether we begin with baby steps or are eager to make big changes, everyone can experience amazing health. We just have to commit to it. Feel good, live simply and laugh more,
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newsbriefs Yoga Studio Opens in Mason
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ari Carpenter and Amy Vetter recently opened Drishtiq Yoga, the first hot yoga studio in Mason, at 6209 Snider Road, Unit D, where they offer a variety of yoga styles in both heated and non-heated settings. Ashtanga, yin, hatha, Vinyasa flow and power yoga classes for beginning to advanced students are available, and the studio also hosts community events and workshops for family, tweens and teen yoga. Carpenter and Vetter created the studio to encourage individuals to have fun while breaking boundaries they thought were unattainable. The studio’s name is derived from drishti, a Sanskrit word that refers to outward vision and inner awareness. “Drishtiq is about how you define yoga for yourself. Everyone has drishti—it is a feeling within you that you can access from anywhere,” says Vetter. For more information, call 513-204-0270 or visit DrishtiqYoga.com. See ad, page 28.
Chiropractic Center Offers Free Consult and Exam
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ive Well Chiropractic Center, in Mason, is celebrating its second anniversary. As a special thank-you, they are offering Natural Awakenings’ readers a complimentary consultation and exam. Founder Dr. Kimberly Muhlenkamp-Wermert (Dr. Kim) offers preventive health services with a focus on nutrition, exercise and spinal health to help treat and prevent pain and injury. She believes chiropractic Dr. Kim care can positively influence an individual’s spine and nervous system, from infancy to adulthood. Location: 6860 Tylersville Rd., Ste. 7. For more information, call 513-285-7482 or visit LiveWellCC.com. See ad, page 18.
Recycling Premieres at Taste of Cincinnati
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or the first time, one of Cincinnati’s largest annual events, Taste of Cincinnati, will include recycling as part of its waste management program. The event, taking place from May 25 to 27, features more than 40 restaurants serving delectable menu items. Local and national recording stars will provide continuous live entertainment. Green Umbrella is seeking volunteers age 18 or older to participate in the event’s recycling initiative and help ensure its success. Two volunteers are needed at each of the five recycling stations to help educate patrons. To participate, call 513-946-7737 or email Cher Mohring at Cher.Mohring@Hamilton-Co.org. Also visit GreenUmbrella. org and TasteOfCincinnati.com.
Advanced Wellness Relocates to West Chester
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dvanced Wellness, a health coaching business, is relocating to West Chester and joins Stretch Physical Therapy and Total Wellness. The joint partnership, which will celebrate a grand opening on May 1, offers nutrition counseling, health and weightloss coaching, physical and massage therapy, personal training, acupuncture, yoga, Pilates, women’s empowerment coaching and a kids’ fit clinic, all under one roof. Location: 4851 Wunnenberg Way, Ste. C. For more information, call 513-407-5775 or visit AdvancedWellnessCoaching.com. See ad, page 17.
Wellness Center Opens in Columbia Tusculum
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he Metamorphosis Holistic Wellness Center recently celebrated its grand opening in historic Columbia Tusculum, Cincinnati’s oldest neighborhood. Owner Kristy Brandabur, with 20 years of experience in the health and wellness field, offers group fitness classes, personal training, aromatherapy, massage, energy healing, nutritional guidance and meditation sessions. Free group fitness classes for children ages 6 to 12 are scheduled every Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Location: 3567 Columbia Pkwy. For more information, call 513235-7567 or visit MetamorphosisHolisticWellnessStudio.com. natural awakenings
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Nutrition Store Offers VIP Card for Runners
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he Whole Foods Market in Deerfield Town Center, in Mason, is hosting the Whole Foods Market Mason Craft Beer Festival, from 3 to 9 p.m., May 18. Billed as the first of its kind in Cincinnati’s northern suburbs, the outdoor event will feature live music from local bands and musicians. More than 30 breweries will participate, collaborating with neighboring restaurants to highlight Northern Cincinnati’s great food and brews. This year’s partners are Shared Harvest and the Mason Food Pantry; event proceeds will help fight hunger throughout the area. “The craft beer scene has exploded over the last few years, and we can think of no better setting to showcase local and regional breweries alongside other nationally recognized craft brands,” says Adam Pratt, beer and wine buyer for Whole Foods in Mason. Admission: $20 in advance, $25 day of event; includes 20 food and beverage tickets. Purchase at Whole Foods Market or online at WePay.com/events/wfmbeerfestival. Location: 5805 Deerfield Blvd. For more information, call Michael Betz at 513-398-9358. See ad, page 25.
Yoga for Pain Program Available in Mason
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oga With Pooja, in Mason, is offering a six-week program, Yoga for Pain, from 10 to 11 a.m., May 10 to June 14. The course is specifically designed to help treat chronic back pain and pain associated with arthritis, fibromyalgia, sciatica, migraine headaches and stress. By addressing the mind-body connection, the program aims to help participants improve their ability to relax, deal with stress and manage pain and its associated emotions. A free assessment class will take place from 10 to 11 a.m., May 3, to allow individuals to learn more about the program.
lying Pig marathon participants and other area runners can take advantage of a special “supplement for runners” VIP card offered by Nirvana Nutrition, in Cincinnati. The card can be used for seasonal discounts on some of the top supplements often used by runners to maintain endurance levels and decrease the risk of injury. Owner Angie Blevins recommends calcium, fish oil and a daily multivitamin to help runners achieve their goals. “Calcium reduces stress fracture risk by strengthening bones, and supports muscle and nerve function. Fish oil helps to reduce exercise-induced asthma and muscle inflammation and soreness, and helps increase lean body mass,” she advises, noting that a daily multivitamin can help make up for any vitamin or mineral deficiency. Location: 11921 Montgomery Rd., Cincinnati. For more information, call 513-774-8350 or visit NirvanaNutrition.com. See ad, page 33.
Local Fest Celebration at Grailville
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elebrate local food, art and music from noon to 5 p.m., May 25, during Local Fest, a free event taking place at Grailville Retreat & Program Center, set amid the rolling hills of Loveland. Attendees will learn how eating locally supports the local economy and provides optimal nutrition and taste, and can explore the center’s organic vegetable gardens, outdoor labyrinth and hiking trails through scenic woods that skirt ponds and creeks. The festival will feature works by local artisans, tasty bites and light fare from local food vendors and live music by local performers. “This will be a day spent recognizing the green grass in our backyards and celebrating the community in which we live,” says senior program associate Joy France.
Location: 932 O’Bannonville Rd. Nominal fee for parking. To become a sponsor, email Morgan Lyn at MLyn@Grailville.org; artist vendors can contact Joy France at JF.Grailvilee@fuse.net. For more information, call 513-683-2340 or visit Grailville.org. See ad, page 28.
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Cost: $79/nonmembers, $59/members. Location: 6011 Tylersville Rd., Ste. 2. For more information, call 513-4454964, email ContactUs@YogaWithPooja.com or visit YogaWithPooja.com. See ad, page XX.
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Brain Balance Achievement Centers Helping Children Achieve Their Goals by Amanda Merritt
A Open House at Essential Licensed Massage Therapy
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o celebrate their third anniversary, Essential Licensed Massage Therapy, in Cincinnati, is holding an open house from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., May 31. Guests can meet the practitioners while enjoying complimentary drinks and appetizers. Essential was founded in 2010 by Ed Obert, a licensed massage therapist and Reiki practitioner. Atlalie DeVore and Jen Milano, both graduates of the Cincinnati School of Medical Massage, joined the company in 2011. The center caters to clients’ needs and offers a selection of modalities ranging from relaxation to neuromuscular massage. Location: 10999 Reed Hartman Hwy., Ste. 235. For more information, visit IEssentialMassage.com or call 513-7911512.
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utism affects one in 50 children, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. To address this growing problem, Brain Balance Achievement Centers has helped thousands of 4-to-17-year-old children with neurobehavioral and learning difficulties reach their academic, social and behavioral potential through an individualized, non-medical, brain-based program. Using sensory-motor and cognitive exercises, as well as nutritional guidance, Brain Balance works with children that suffer from ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, Tourette’s syndrome, Asperger’s and autism spectrum disorders. Michelle Balestra, associate director of Brain Balance, in Cincinnati, which opened in 2010, says, “Each child has their own goals and benefits from their individualized program. We partner with each family to address the root cause of most neurobehavioral issues and offer support and guidance as their child achieves those goals.” Through constant innovation and new research, Brain Balance is able to identify why so many kids are struggling with these issues and what they can do to help. “Our staff professionals have backgrounds in special education and school counseling. Many are licensed teachers trained in Brain Balance methodologies,” says Balestra. The training is based on research by Dr. Robert Melillo, co-founder of
Brain Balance and an internationally known lecturer, author, educator, researcher and clinician in the areas of neurology, rehabilitation, neuropsychology and neurobehavioral disorders in children. After the initial training, the corporate team visits each center annually, providing them with continuing education and improvement suggestions. Balestra says, “Hearing the powerful stories from our parents and schools that partner with us never ceases to amaze. Our entire staff has the opportunity every day to make a lasting difference in not only a child’s life, but for the entire family. There’s no greater excitement.” With Brain Balance, children are given the tools to address their neurobehavioral and learning difficulties and achieve their goals in a healthy way. It is important for parents and families to be educated in order to know when a need for help arises. With proper education and the will to seek help at Brain Balance, children’s lives can be changed. Location: 12084 Montgomery Rd. For more information, call 513-257-0705 or visit BrainBalanceCenters.com. See ad, page 25. Amanda Merritt is a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings Cincinnati. Connect with her at Mandi.Merritt@ hotmail.com.
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Yoga Reduces Depression in Pregnant Women
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regnancy hormones are known to cause myriad physical and emotional symptoms, including unexplainable mood swings. The fluctuations are more serious for one in five expectant moms because they also experience major depression. Now, a groundbreaking study by the University of Michigan offers new hope. Pregnant women identified as psychiatrically high-risk that participated in a 10-week mindfulness yoga intervention experienced significant reductions in their depressive symptoms. Mothers-to-be also reported stronger attachment to their babies in the womb.
Working Out Hot Flashes
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ne of the most common and uncomfortable symptoms of menopause may respond positively to a simple, no-cost measure. Health researchers at Penn State report that menopausal women that exercise may experience fewer hot flashes in the 24 hours following physical activity. In this first-time study of objective versus subjective, or self-reported, hot flashes, the Pennsylvania researchers studied 92 menopausal women for 15 days.
Few U.S. Adults Regularly Practice Healthy Habits
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recent American Heart Association (AHA) survey reports that only 12 percent of American adults regularly practice the healthy-life trifecta of good nutrition, exercise and oral care. The most common excuse is a lack of time. Of those surveyed, 80 percent said that eating at least nine servings of fruit and vegetables daily is a struggle. About 60 percent find it difficult to log the association’s recommended 150 minutes of moderate physical activity each week. At least 25 percent don’t brush and rinse twice daily and floss at least once daily. Yet, 90 percent of Americans like the idea of improving their health. The AHA “My Heart. My Life.” initiative offers a straightforward set of solutions to help families understand how to make incremental changes that have long-term health impact (MyLifeCheck.Heart.org). “Whether it is simply adding a 30-minute brisk walk to your day, eating a few more fruits and vegetables with meals, balancing your calories and physical activity to achieve a healthy body weight or creating routine oral care habits—it all contributes to an overall healthier lifestyle,” says Cardiologist Tracy Stevens, a professor of medicine with Saint Luke’s Cardiovascular Consultants, in Kansas City, Missouri.
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May is Asparagus Month
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ometimes referred to as the aristocrat of vegetables, asparagus has been cultivated for more than 2,000 years. It was prized by ancient Greeks and Romans for its taste and reputed medicinal qualities, and 19th-century French bridegrooms, believing it was an aphrodisiac, frequently ate several helpings on the eve of their nuptials. The crop reaches its peak during April and May. Packing a fiber-filled punch of vitamins A and C, this princely veggie also delivers significant helpings of folate and rutin, which help to strengthen blood vessels. Its delicate flavor is best preserved by stir-frying or light steaming. Source: FruitsAndVeggiesMatter.gov
The Exercise Advantage
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aking a brisk walk or bike ride may stave off cognitive decline better than reaching for the daily crossword puzzle, says a new study published in the journal Neurology. Researchers at Scotland’s University of Edinburgh reviewed the medical records of more than 600 Scots born in 1936 that were given MRI scans at age 73. “People in their 70s that participated in more physical exercise, including walking several times a week, had less brain shrinkage and other signs of aging in the brain than those that were less physically active,” says study author Alan J. Gow, Ph.D. Surprisingly, the study showed that participating in mentally and socially stimulating activities, such as visiting family and friends, reading or even learning a new language, did little to ward off the symptoms of an aging brain. Study participants will undergo a second MRI scan at age 76, and researchers plan to compare the two scans to see if the links between exercise and better brain health hold up.
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Pure Life Studio Restoring Balance, from the Inside Out by Sophie Charles
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t Pure Life Studio, in Cincinnati, owner Mary Rasmussen loves inspiring people to take control of their health by following simple detoxification measures. Her passion for holistic health care, initially nurtured while she lived abroad in Europe and South America, was strengthened when she returned to the U.S. and needed to address medical issues faced by her three young children. Rasmussen’s exposure to various ideas about health care and alternative approaches to prevention and treatment fueled her curiosity and led her back to school to earn a certification in naturopathy. She opened Pure Life several years ago to support others in natural detoxification options that help restore the body’s balance. “Detoxing the body has been a tradition throughout history, but it has become more important than ever in these modern times because of our Standard American Diet,” says Rasmussen. “Thousands of new chemicals have been introduced into our food and environment since the 1940s, and these chemicals and heavy metals are in the foods we eat, the water we drink and the air we breathe. The more measures we take to avoid toxins and clean up our internal environment, the more healthy and energetic we feel and the more radiant we look.” Rasmussen notes that a simple and relaxing way to begin detoxing the body is with an infrared sauna. “This type of penetrating heat allows toxins to be safely removed through sweat and has many health benefits, including increasing blood flow for pain relief, boosting metabolism, burning calories and releasing lactic acid from the joints to reduce muscle stiffness,” she advises, adding that the sauna also helps hydrate the skin for a healthy glow. Rasmussen has two of these saunas at her studio, and clients can also enjoy being pampered with essential oils, ozone steam and oxygen facials, body wraps and other natural methods that work to safely and effectively remove toxins from the body. Another key approach that takes detox a step further is a diet purification program, tailored to an individual’s particular needs and lifestyle. Lasting from a week to 21 days, these programs help establish better eating patterns while also fortifying the liver with whole-food supplements, smoothies and healthy food. “Detoxing the body is a critical first step in establishing a better functioning digestive system,” says Rasmussen.
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Mary Rasmussen “Our bodies are designed to self-heal, and it’s amazing what changes can occur from a few weeks of nutritional discipline—the benefits include a healthier lifestyle with fewer food cravings, more energy, a happier mood and more focused mental clarity,” she explains. “The cleaner we get on the inside, the fewer free radicals and less inflammation we experience, and symptoms such as body aches, headaches and skin issues can disappear.” At the studio, Rasmussen strives to meet clients in their comfort zone to help them learn how to make simple changes that can minimize exposure to toxins and support long-term health benefits. She offers detox-friendly recipes, shopping lists and daily email support designed to educate and inspire lasting changes in habits that nurture the body, the mind and the soul. “Detoxing can truly be life-altering for people as they gain knowledge and make changes that support a healthier lifestyle,” enthuses Rasmussen. “As others notice these positive changes in the person who is detoxing, it often has a ripple effect—they want to feel and look better, too. Change begins with one individual, but can end up being a beautiful gift and influence for many others.” Location: 11928 Montgomery Rd. For more information, call 513-227-7277 or visit PureLifeStudio.com. See ad, page 29.
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antra Massage and BodywoRx Spa, in Cincinnati, offers a personalized, fullservice, holistic approach to health. The center’s healers and practitioners are dedicated to alleviating stress and pain and are trained in reflexology, therapeutic massage, muscle therapies, Reiki, facial and esthetician services, acupressure and acupuncture. They also refer clients to trusted area nutritionists, chiropractors and other specialists that share Mantra’s wellness principles. “Our practice is 100 percent about our clients and their needs,” says co-owner Marla Cohen, NCBTMB, a licensed massage therapist and Rossiter coach. Also part of the team are co-owners Johanna Wasen, a licensed massage therapist and yoga instructor; Armand “Rob” Jones, a licensed massage therapist and Rossiter coach; and a
network of professionals that focus on bringing people out of pain in as little time as possible. “We truly listen to our clients. They are in control of how their session will be focused on their needs, including areas worked upon and amount of applied pressure. We do not cookie-cut our services. We believe everyone is unique and bodywork should be tailored for the best outcome,” says Cohen. Individuals face a variety of challenges in their lives that require body awareness in order to reduce the damage done by stress, and Mantra’s therapists draw upon their anatomy skills to find the root cause of pain and change patterns that contribute to stress and discomfort. “Often, because of our training and intuition, we can work on areas of the body that might be contributing to pain. We prioritize continuing education in order to practice the best techniques so our clients experience optimal results,” says Cohen. Beginning as a wellness center, Mantra has evolved, holding their therapists to high standards and working with a team approach. As massage therapy becomes an adjunct to the medical profession, Mantra continues to focus on customized care. Clients learn how alternative medicine practices benefit their overall well-being, following the center’s mantra to unwind, indulge, heal and energize. Location: 4675 Cooper Rd. For more information, call 513891-1324, email Info@MantraMassageAndBodywoRx.com or visit MantraMassageAndBodywoRx.com. See ad, page 15. Amanda Merritt is a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings Cincinnati. Connect with her at Mandi.Merritt@hotmail.com.
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lthough the charge or patient of a caregiver may vary greatly— from an aging parent or a child with disabilities to a spouse suffering from Alzheimer’s disease—one common concern arises: Who cares for the caregiver? Sometimes called “the invisible patient”, a caregiver may become consumed by the urgency of medical treatment, doctor appointments and daily oversight of the charge’s needs. Caregivers frequently take on too much responsibility, are reluctant to ask family members for help and overidentify with their assumed role to the exclusion of other aspects of their lives. Feeling that they have progressively less in common with others in their social circle, these caregivers may distance themselves to avoid burdening friends. Their own support system begins to fall away and burnout sets in. Unlike the obvious symptoms that accompany a physical injury, the signs of a burnout are subtler, and may include changes in eating habits or sleeping patterns, excessive use of alcohol or sleep aids and fatigue unrelieved by a night’s rest. Caregivers may feel hopeless or overwhelmed, experience frustration and irritability, be concerned about their own health or death or even worry that they might hurt themselves or their charge. Often reluctant to acknowledge their sense of frustration, loss and anger, care providers need to address these feelings and accept them as normal. Several effective strategies can help individuals meet the challenges of caring for a loved one while focusing on their own equally important needs. Joining a support group, identified through health providers, newspapers or the Internet, offers opportunities to talk with others that share similar concerns, and can provide referrals
for respite care. The Council on Aging (ncoa.org) and the Family Caregiver Alliance (Caregiver. org) also provide helpful resources and services. Maintaining a healthy exercise regimen, indoors or outside, relieves stress and contributes to overall health; inviting a friend or neighbor to join in strengthens social ties, as well. Keeping a journal—“the friend at the end of the pen”—is an effective, inexpensive form of therapy, and preserving a sense of humor is also invaluable. Another coping strategy is the use of therapeutic hypnosis as part of a comprehensive self-maintenance plan. Professionally guided sessions can help an individual process the complex feelings associated with being a caregiver and reframe their thoughts, while gaining insight from their higher self, or “wise mind”. Setting aside daily quiet time or developing a practice of meditation or prayer fosters inner balance and well-being that can also help caregivers realistically assess their loved one’s disease or disability and recognize their own limitations in providing care. Some patients do not get better, despite all efforts; one compassionate resource for accepting what cannot be changed is Byron Katie’s book, Loving What Is. Being a caregiver is a life-changing role, but it need not create an invisible patient. Embracing the experienced support of others and learning new coping skills can help caregivers enjoy a meaningful and deeply satisfying life of their own.
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Aging Gracefully It’s No Mystery: We Now Know How by Kathleen Barnes
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ost of us like to think that we’ll be vibrant, energetic, smart and yes, gorgeous, until the end of our lives. This isn’t an unattainable fantasy—even if past poor lifestyle choices may have tarnished some much-anticipated Golden Years. Fortunately, it’s never too late (or too early) to make key small changes that will immediately and profoundly influence our ability to live long and healthy lives. Experts recommend that a handful of simple, scientifically validated health strategies will help us age gracefully and beautifully. “Most of us are living longer, but not necessarily better,” advises Dr. Arlene Noodleman, medical codirector of Age Defy Dermatology and Wellness, in Campbell, California. “Many people face decades of chronic debilitating disease, but you can minimize or even eliminate that period of life and maximize health. It’s all about your lifestyle.”
Rules to Live By
Whether the goal is disease prevention, retaining a sharp mind, weight control, balancing hormones, maintaining good posture or supporting glowing skin, all the experts Natural Awakenings asked agree on a core strategy that can extend life and improve its quality in later years: Take a walk. Or, undertake another enjoyable form of outdoor exercise for about 30 minutes a day. Greet the sun. Exposing bare
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skin to sunlight for 15 minutes three times a week allows natural production of vitamin D. Researchers at Boston University, Harvard University and others attest that sufficient doses of the vitamin help prevent cancer, heart disease, diabetes, depression, obesity, osteoporosis and osteoarthritis, relieve menopausal symptoms and support longevity. Drink plenty of water. Hydration is key to cell health and overall proper body functions. Aim for consuming one ounce of water every day for every two pounds of body weight. Eat a healthy diet. This means lots of vegetables and fish, some lean meats and poultry and moderate amounts of fruits and grains for weight control; abundant antioxidants to prevent deterioration that leads to chronic disease; and vital nutrients to support and extend life. Avoid sugars in all forms, simple carbohydrates, processed foods and for many, wheat and wheat gluten, especially for those with excess abdominal fat. Get a good night’s sleep. Eight hours is more than beauty sleep. Studies consistently report that it’s essential for energy and the prevention of a host of diseases, including obesity, diabetes, heart disease and cancer (Nurses’ Health Study; plus UK research in Diabetes Care, the European Heart Journal and British Journal of Cancer). Regular turning in and waking times, plus sleeping in a dark room, are important to optimize melatonin production; it is not true that we need less sleep as we age. Use the right supplements. Take a high-quality multivitamin every day, preferably an organic product based on whole foods for optimum nutrition. Fish oil is also essential for nearly everyone for heart, brain and joint health. Vitamin D is critical, especially in the winter months and for darkerskinned people that need greater sun exposure to manufacture it. Also add curcumin; according to numerous clinical studies, including those from Baylor University and the University of California-Los Angeles, it can help prevent and even reverse cancer, Alzheimer’s, osteoarthritis, skin diseases and digestive disorders.
Prevent Dementia
Caregivers for parents or other relatives with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia are often concerned about experiencing such regression themselves. “There is some evidence that a tendency to memory loss can be inherited, but in any case, there are things you can do to prevent and even possibly reverse memory loss,” counsels Noodleman. Reducing stress is the best way to keep a sharp mind, she says. “Chronic stress inhibits the cerebral cortex (the brain’s gray matter, responsible for higher mind function, including memory), resulting in a lack of judgment and other impaired brain function. So, manage stress and memory function will improve.” Deep breathing and increased oxygenation of the blood helps relieve stress and deliver nutrients to brain cells. Practicing yoga postures like the shoulder stand and headstand, or exercises using an inversion table, for just a few minutes a day can improve circulation to the brain and may help keep brain cells intact. “It’s important to keep brain cells healthy and alive by keeping blood sugars and blood pressure under control,” urges Doctor of Osteopathy Lisa Ganghu, an internal medicine specialist and clinical assistant professor at New York University’s Langone Medical Center, in New York City. High blood pressure and diabetes are risk factors for strokes and mini-strokes that result in brain cell impairment, she says, adding, “Some research even suggests that caffeine may improve memory and focus.” “Use it or lose it,” concludes Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, an integrative medical authority from Kona, Hawaii, and author of Real Cause, Real Cure. Extensive research shows that challenging the brain with puzzles and language courses, having an active social life and getting regular exercise are all related to maintaining optimum brain health. “People who age gracefully are physically and mentally active,” adds Noodleman.
Prevent Disease
A proper diet is a good place to start to take control. Ganghu recommends largely plant-based diets, like the Medi-
terranean, to keep common repercussions of aging at bay. Teitelbaum contravenes traditional medicine’s stance and says that most people don’t need to worry about salt intake, even if they suffer from high blood pressure, noting, “Research shows that people that follow the national guidelines for salt intake tend to die younger. Instead, it’s important to keep magnesium and potassium levels up by adding 200 milligrams of magnesium and 500 milligrams of potassium to your supplement regimen every day.” To prevent and control diabetes, Teitelbaum emphasizes, “Avoid sugar; it causes premature cell aging that affects all body systems.” He explains that excess sugar and its byproducts age and stiffen cells. Dozens of studies directly link sugar and aging, including a PLoS Genetics study from the University of Montreal. (Also see Tinyurl.com/ GlycationExplained.) Reproducing cancer cells typically don’t die as other cells in the human body are programmed to. Recent research by Baylor University and others based on the Human Genome Project
strongly suggests that curcumin taken as a dietary supplement (400 mg a day or more) can persuade cancer cells to commit suicide and stop their wild and potentially fatal reproduction. Ganghu further recommends limiting exposure to environmental toxins from sources such as common garden and household chemicals and agricultural spraying (choose organic for safety).
Weight Control
A large body of research from institutions such as the National Institute on Aging and the International Longevity Center shows that avoiding obesity and managing weight is paramount for longevity, as well as for preventing many of the diseases associated with aging. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that people with a body mass index (BMI) over 35 are at an 18 percent higher risk of earlier death from all causes than those that maintain a normal body weight (BMI of 25 or under). Hormones can be a factor in weight gain for perimenopausal and menopausal women, says Ganghu, so it is important to be tested. She also
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notes, “A loss of muscle mass due to aging can affect weight because muscle tissue is metabolically more active than fat tissue, creating a vicious circle.” She recommends strength training to improve muscle strength and mass. Typically, two 20-minute sessions a week with moderate weights are enough to create “Michelle Obama arms,” says Kathy Smith of Park City, Utah, a DVD fitness entrepreneur and a spokesperson for the International Council on Active Aging.
Good Posture
“We spend a lot of time driving, working on computers and other activities with our arms in front of us. This causes chest muscles to contract and become tight as we age, drawing the head forward and rounding the spine, which produces a pronounced slouch,” says Smith, author of Feed Muscle, Shrink Fat Diet. Bending, stretching and strength training strengthens the shoulder and back muscles that help us stay upright. Smith recommends a “walking desk”, essentially a treadmill with a board across the arms where a laptop can rest, and the user walks at only one to two miles per hour. “You’re moving, not sitting, and that is really important,” says Smith. Yoga postures like the cobra and the bow are also helpful, as are visits to a chiropractor or other structural therapist.
Healthy Skin
“Your skin is a roadmap of your overall health,” says Dr. Rick Noodleman, a dermatologist who practices anti-aging medicine in California’s Silicon Valley with his wife. He explains that skin aging is caused by the three D’s: deflation,
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descent and deterioration. All of them can be reversed. Deflation is the loss of volume and moisture, which can be offset by proper internal hydration, healthy nutrition and good moisturizers. “People can make new collagen well into their 80s and even 90s,” he says. Deterioration is the loss of skin tone and elasticity that can accompany stress, poor diet and lack of exercise. Noodleman recommends regular exfoliation of skin on the face (an economical home facial with baking soda and water or eggs is high on his list) and dry brushing the whole body. He also notes that new laser treatments, acupressure facelifts and other spa treatments can help temporarily minimize wrinkles and bring back a youthful glow. It’s not hard to be vibrant, healthy and energetic at any age if one is living a healthy lifestyle. “I feel like I am 30. I expect to feel that way for the rest of my life,” says the 60-something Teitelbaum. “Of course, I’m not at the beach in a Speedo,” he quips. “Who wants to look 20? There is also a certain beauty in age.” Kathleen Barnes is a freelance writer, book author and blogger. Her most recent title is 10 Best Ways to Manage Stress. Learn more at KathleenBarnes.com.
Dry brushing stimulates oil production, circulation that tightens skin and lymphatic drainage for detoxification and improved immune function. It also exfoliates. Using a moderately stiff brush with a long handle, start with the feet and vigorously brush eight long, smooth strokes in each of the listed areas, always brushing toward the heart: Soles of the feet Tops of the feet Calves Shins Both sides of lower legs Upper thighs Inner thighs Backs of thighs Buttocks Lower back Sides (love handles) Belly Breasts (very gently) Chest Palms of hands Forearms, front and back Upper arms, inside, outside and back Upper back and shoulders Neck (brush toward the face in this instance only) Face (use a softer cosmetic brush or similar device) Source: Teresa Tapp, an exercise physiologist and nutritional counselor, in Safety Harbor, FL
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ogy, energy work and somatic therapy techniques. In the public’s view, bodywork is still largely associated with massage, although distinct forms stand on their own, including Rolfing, structural integration, shiatsu and myofascial and craniosacral therapies. Bodywork professionals generally belong to the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), whatever their specialized modality. They may also participate in other professional organizations, such as the Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals, which has some 80,000
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selves as bodyworkers) are trained in various bodywork therapies and intuitively integrate them into their sessions, depending upon each client’s needs. She notes that, “Many AMTA members are so passionate about their profession and meeting the continuing education (CEU) requirements that they go far beyond the units required to maintain their license, which can vary from state-to-state.” For example, Moon has trained in spinal reflex analysis, developed by Dr. Frank Jarrell, neuromuscular and craniosacral therapies, shiatsu and seven massage therapies. “Most AMTA members are CEU junkies,” quips Moon, who points out that national conventions provide continuing education and chapter meetings frequently introduce attendees to new techniques. Some practitioners discover specialties while in search of pain relief for personal injuries or other conditions.
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Rolfing As a Certified (advanced) Rolfer and Rolf Movement Practitioner, Robert McWilliams has been able to pursue his lifelong passion in the fields of movement and physical fitness, which included 25 years as a professional dancer and 14 as a professor of modern dance. He taught at both the University of Oklahoma and the University of Florida, in Gainesville. “In the 1980s, while I was still dancing, I had an experience with Rolfing, developed by Ida P. Rolf [Ph.D.], that transformed my dancing, increased my athletic performance alignment, coordination, flexibility, balance, muscle tone, expressive power and overall sense of relaxation onstage, as well as in daily life,” relates McWilliams. He currently serves as an assistant teacher at the Rolf Institute of Structural Integration, in Boulder, Colorado, where he trained. Although McWilliams’ clients generally see him to treat the pain and discomfort of injuries, he says that they frequently change their focus to how their body is working better overall. “This is because injuries tend to resolve themselves after a few sessions of deep tissue manipulation of the myofascial system,” says McWilliams. A specialized series of 10 sessions works to systematically balance and optimize both the structure (shape) and function (movement) of the entire body. Each session focuses on freeing up a particular region of the body. The effect releases old limiting patterns and postures and restores the body’s natural alignment and sense of integration. “Often, as freedom of physical expression increases, so does emotional expression,” comments McWilliams.
Structural Integration
“While Rolfers graduate from The Rolf Institute and attend certified training programs in order to maintain their trademark, and structural integrators can attend any of 14 certified U.S. schools, we are all structural integrators; our training is based on the work of Ida Rolf,” says Diane Roth, a boardcertified structural integrator who has specialized in massage and bodywork for 25 years in the Chicago area. Roth explains that all practitioners in this field of study combine hands-
on freeing and realigning of fascial tissue with awareness and movement education, in order to structurally integrate the whole body. Restoration of postural balance and functional ease greatly helps the body, which, she says, constantly labors against the powerful force of gravity. Like Moon, Roth has studied and incorporated other adjunct therapies and modalities, such as craniosacral therapy and myofascial release. From her perspective, bodywork differs from massage in that it requires more involvement from the client. “I tell my clients that with a veritable village of treatments available, there is always help for anyone that suffers with aches and pains, regardless of age,” says Roth.
Shiatsu
Shirley Scranta, owner and director of the International School of Shiatsu, in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, discovered The Book of Shiatsu: The Healing Art of Finger Pressure, by Saul Goodman, in a health food store. She subsequently researched the school that Goodman founded in 1978, based on the theories of masunaga Zen shiatsu, kushi macrobiotic and his own shiatsu shin tai. In 1996, Scranta became one of Goodman’s clients. “I drove a roundtrip of 240 miles for weekly treatments because each session made me feel better and stronger. After five sessions, I enrolled in classes and graduated later that year,” says Scranta. She believes the widely known form of acupressure helped her body reestablish its own intelligence system, which had been distorted by childhood trauma. “This gentle technique applies varying degrees of pressure to release tension, strengthen weak areas, facilitate circulation and balance the life energy that flows through the meridians in the body,” she explains. “In my case, it helped me connect with my body so that I could honor it and do what it needed to rejuvenate itself.”
Craniosacral Therapy Chiropractor Lisa Upledger is vice president of The Upledger Institute, in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. A craniosacral therapy (CST) practitioner, educator and wife of CST developer Dr. John Upledger, she advises that tension-relat-
ed problems are a growing complaint in our modern world. Fortunately, such issues are among the myriad conditions that respond quickly to the gentle touch of this modality. In a 2007 Massage magazine article, she advised that the positive effects of the therapy rely to a large extent on the performance of the body’s inherent self-corrective mechanisms. “CST works through the craniosacral system to facilitate this function and thereby normalize the environment in which the central nervous system functions,” she noted. “As this is accomplished, a wide range of sensory, motor and neurological problems are improved.” CST practitioners listen with their hands to the slow pulsations of the craniosacral system. With a soft touch, equivalent to the weight of a nickel, they explore any fascia restrictions throughout the client’s body, which rests fully
clothed in a supine position. Effects of the treatment can be wide-ranging, affecting the musculoskeletal, nervous, cardiovascular and immune systems as well as organs, connective tissues and energy systems. It works to release deeply held physical and psychological patterns held within the body. A coin with different impressions on each side is still only one coin, a blend of precious metals. When the coin is tossed to reveal either heads or tails, the visible symbol is one interpretation of the whole imprint—an analogy that may best define the difference between massage and bodywork. All variations on the theme share the same goal—restoring health to the whole person.
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Trading in the car keys for more two-wheeled time could curb many of society’s woes, from spiraling healthcare costs to deepening carbon footprints. Yet, the main reason many bicyclists love going for a spin is that it yields a greater sense of well-being and contributes to a healthier, more rewarding life.
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“Bicycling is just so much more rewarding than driving,” remarks Tammy Strobel, 34, who gained national attention with her husband when they simplified their lives by building a 128-square-foot house. Cycling to work and to run errands was “a huge” piece of their transformation, even after the
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couple hauled their tiny abode from Portland, Oregon, (where Blue also resides) to a cattle ranch in California. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of Americans that generally bike to work grew by 43 percent between 2000 and 2008, a statistic that doesn’t surprise Blue. She first tried bike commuting after growing weary of relying on the bus system. “I got hooked on just how good it felt. It’s like flying.” Blue soon found that cycling was also a faster way to commute, restoring control of her schedule, reducing stress and boosting her happiness. Strobel, who adds that enjoying nature and increasing daily exercise are also cycling benefits, says it’s bolstered
Bicycling is fun, safe and easier and faster than any other mode of transportation. It saves me money, makes me healthy and above all else, brings me joy every day. ~ Elly Blue her happiness and quality of life. “I don’t have to spend time going to the gym,” explains the freelance writer and photographer. “I’m getting my exercise on my bike. I feel healthier and in better shape now.” Several studies show dramatic health benefits for bike commuters. The Archives of Internal Medicine reported that when University of Copenhagen researchers analyzed mortality from all causes in 13,445 women and 17,441 men, they found that non-bike commuters, even those otherwise physically active, had a 39 percent higher mortality rate during the 14-year study period than those that biked to work. In another study, researchers followed 67,143 women in Shanghai (of whom more than 75 percent cycled) and found those that used bikes had a 20 to 50 percent lower risk of earlier mortality than their non-regularly exercising counterparts. They also boasted reduced rates of diabetes, cancer
and cardiovascular disease (American Journal of Epidemiology). Studies published in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health further found that countries with higher numbers of biking or walking commuters have lower obesity rates. Cycling boons transcend health benefits, expanding social circles for example, Blue and Strobel agree. “I was introduced to a whole new community,” Strobel recalls of her time in Portland with new cycling friends that she joined for group rides and camping trips. Blue suggests finding fellow cyclists by seeking riding groups online or participating in charity rides. She observes that cycling can instill a greater sense of community, because it’s easier to stop and interact with others. Cycling also makes people green-
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Addressing Autism
Families Have Reasons for Hope by Brita Belli
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arents of autistic children are encouraged when they witness improvements after eliminating gluten (wheat) and casein (dairy) from their kids’ diets. Now a parental study supports the correlation—for some kids on the autism spectrum, the gluten- and casein-free (GFCF) diet appears to be connected with remarkable changes. Laura Cousino Klein, associate professor of biobehavioral health and human development at the Penn State College of Medicine, helped lead research that surveyed 387 parents or caregivers with affected children. For those diagnosed with combinations of autism and gastrointestinal issues or food sensitivities, the GFCF diet brought marked improvements in their autism spectrum disorder (ASD) behaviors— reducing hyperactivity and tantrums; minimizing constipation and seizures; and improving social behaviors. Klein says scientists are still working to understand the interaction between the brain, gut and behaviors, but recent findings suggest that significant links exist. “One hypothesis is that by eliminating dietary triggers in the presence of food allergies or gastrointestinal distress, you’re reducing inflammation or irritability of the immune system, and that’s affecting the way the brain is functioning,” she says.
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Dietary Turnaround One Racine, Wisconsin, mom, Cindy Schultz, a tireless advocate for her autistic son, says, “As an infant, he either had constipation or diarrhea. There was never a happy medium.” The GFCF diet has improved his health and his ability to communicate. Shauna Layton, in Clinton, Indiana, says her son experienced similar bowel problems and she also saw a remarkable turnaround in his language abilities and social interactions as they adhered to a GFCF diet and eliminated sugar and yeast. Other parents from her online support group, Together in Autism, report similar success. “Some children have never talked, and now they are saying ‘Mom,’ ‘Dad,’ or ‘I love you,’ for the first time,” Layton says. A definitive gut-brain link with autism has yet to be identified. Some scientists suggest that kids with autism are more likely to have leaky gut syndrome (intestinal permeability), which allows peptides from gluten and casein to escape from the digestive tract, cross the intestinal membranes, enter the bloodstream and go to the brain, causing the neurobehavioral symptoms known as ASDs, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. While the AAP knows of no scientific proof that a GFCF diet will bring
benefits, they note that it’s possible, especially in people suffering from celiac disease. Parents have also observed that food dyes can exacerbate hyperactivity in children, a connection unconfirmed by the federal government. In 2011, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Food Advisory Committee suggested further testing, while voting against additional food labeling requirements for potentially problematic dyes. Meanwhile, some parents affirm that eliminating such dyes has helped them better manage their children’s attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). A 2011 study taking into account 35 years of research found that many ADHD children showed significant improvement after eliminating dyes from their diets; it also registered that greater than 70 percent were positively influenced by various dietary changes. The results were promising enough for researchers to conclude, “A trial elimination diet is appropriate for children that have not responded satisfactorily to conventional treatment.”
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The Role of Vitamin D A 2012 study in the Journal of Neuroinflammation found that autistic children had significantly lower levels of vitamin D than control subjects. Vitamin D, the study notes, regulates immune function and thus autoimmunity; when the immune system is disrupted and the body attacks itself, it may play a role in the development of autism. Dr. John Cannell, founder of the nonprofit Vitamin D Council, remarks that fear of sun overexposure has led to the deficiencies. “Vitamin D is not a vitamin,” Cannell clarifies. “It’s a steroid hormone system that begins in the skin. If children aren’t getting any photons of UVB light, they’re not making any vitamin D.” He notes that the rise in autism rates during the last 25 years tracks with increases in 50-plus SPF sunscreen use, more time spent indoors and a rise in breastfeeding. Because breast milk contains low amounts of vitamin D, since 2003 the AAP has emphasized the importance of parents giving vitamin D supplement drops to breastfed infants. The same vitamin D study showed that the severity of autism correlated strongly with deficiencies of this vitamin and that the higher the level, the less severe the symptoms. Cannell has witnessed this phenomenon via a clinic hosted by the Vitamin D Council, recommending increases in vitamin D levels for autistic children to “high normal levels” and reducing vitamin A, which blocks the action of vitamin D. “We have children on 5,000 to 10,000 units of vitamin D a day,” Cannell reports. “We see improvements in terms of sleep, meltdowns, eye contact, cognitive capacity, fine motor skills, language and reading—across the spectrum.”
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Functional Medicine Taking the Whole Toolbox Approach by Kathleen Barnes
Once called “alternative” medicine, then “holistic” or “comple- mentary” and later “integrative”, the newest evolution is “functional” medicine, designed to search out the underlying causes of illnesses in order to carry out effective treatment.
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onventional medicine is like a carpenter that only has a hammer to work with, while functional medicine doctors are working with a full toolkit,” says the author of From Fatigued to Fantastic, National Medical Director of Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Centers, Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, of Kona, Hawaii. Conventional medicine addresses symptoms instead of diseases, explains Los Angeles functional medicine practitioner Dr. Hyla Cass, author of 8 Weeks to Vibrant Health: A Take Charge Plan for Women. “It tends to treat the symptoms with more and more medications that cause a host of other side effects that also need to be treated and can result in declining health, rather than increased vitality.” “Functional medicine, rather than simply ‘chasing symptoms’ while ignoring the causes, searches for and addresses environmental factors, nutritional deficiencies, genetic tendencies, biochemical dysfunctions and emotional and social stressors that can together
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cause the development of symptoms,” adds Dr. Adiel Tel-Oren. He operates Eco-Health Clinics internationally (the U.S. site is in Minneapolis, Minnesota) and serves as president emeritus and professor of nutrition and functional medicine with the California-based University of Natural Medicine. In every case, it takes some investigation to get to the heart of the problems, and the solutions can take many forms. “For example, depression, insomnia and obesity aren’t diseases; they are symptoms,” says Cass. “If we can find the underlying cause of these symptoms, we can address the problem permanently.” An allopathic approach, on the other hand, would routinely recommend a pill to lower temperature for high fever, prescribe a synthetic pill to elevate mood in treating depression, or look to pharmacological anti-inflammatory drugs for simple immune reactions. Tel-Oren is among those that link a vast number of illnesses to stress: “Diverse conditions such as fibromy-
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algia, irritable bowel syndrome, heart disease, diabetes, mood and cognitive disorders, various autoimmune disorders, premenstrual syndrome, temporomandibular joint issues, chronic pelvic pain, interstitial cystitis, chronic low back pain, chemical and food sensitivities, allergies, asthma and cancer all seem to share common courses of formation. The common denominator for these disturbances appears to be chronic stress.” Dr. Mark Hyman, chair of the Institute for Functional Medicine, in Lenox, Massachusetts, elaborates: “Functional medicine seeks to create balance in the body by looking at seven keys to achieving wellness: nutrition, hormones, inflammation, digestion, detoxification, energy metabolism and a calm mind. We work through the entire system, help people identify patterns and return the body to balance.” Hyman is a strong advocate of nutrition as the basis for restoring balance to the body. “Food is the most powerful medicine we have, more powerful than any drug, more powerful than anything you’ll ever find in a pill bottle,” he says. Teitelbaum notes, “Conventional medicine is basically run on economics, so doctors are too often influenced by drug company marketing messages masquerading as science that encourage expensive treatments, regardless of their toxicity.” In stark contrast, “Functional medicine instead looks for the lowest cost treatment that is supported by medical evidence.”
Conventional Medicine Case in Point
Fibromyalgia, for example, encompasses a basket of symptoms, usually beginning with overall body pain with specific pain points. Other common symptoms can include extreme fatigue, facial pain, irritable bowel syndrome, memory loss and brain fog, depression, numbness and tingling, palpitations, insomnia and headaches, including migraines. “Until a few years ago, conventional medicine decided you were crazy if you complained of these symptoms,” advises Teitelbaum. “Then some expensive medications came out—promoted by $210 million a year in advertising;
so now, patients are instead being told to take medications with lots of side effects.” The most common conventionally prescribed drugs for fibromyalgia target symptoms of insomnia, depression, nerve pain and inflammation. According to Teitelbaum, the vast majority of people treating with these medications continue to experience the same symptoms over a five-year period; only 25 to 35 percent report some improvement. It’s difficult to determine how many Americans suffer from fibromyalgia because many go undiagnosed (the average time from onset of symptoms to diagnosis is five years). Cure4Fibromyalgia.com estimates that 5 million Americans, or approximately 2 percent of the population, suffer from this disease.
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“Functional medicine practitioners recognize that fibromyalgia represents an energy crisis in the body and use simple, appropriate and effective treatments with no harmful side effects,” says Teitelbaum. “Most often I use a SHINE protocol that I developed, based on 30 years of treating patients with
chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia, with a 90 percent success rate.” His is just one example of the way functional medicine would treat a difficult-todiagnose and to treat disease. Cass uses functional medicine very effectively against depression, addiction and a host of women’s health issues. Hyman specializes in managing diabetes and obesity with the tools of functional medicine. “If other medicines worked as well as treatments used in functional medicine, I’d use them, but they don’t,” concludes Hyman. “My Hippocratic Oath says I must help relieve suffering. I can do that with the tools that functional medicine gives me.” Kathleen Barnes is a natural health advocate, author and publisher. Eight Weeks to Vibrant Health: A Take Charge Plan for Women is among her many books. Visit KathleenBarnes.com. In Cincinnati, The Living Proof Institute specializes in Functional Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine and First Line Therapy. The Institute is located at 9277 Centre Pointe Dr., Ste. 350, West Chester, OH, 45069. For more information call 513-7850686 or visit BecomeProof.com/natural. See ad, page 3.
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Hormones and the Great Balancing Act A Preventive Approach for Optimal Health by Sophie Charles
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ormones affect every human biological system, acting as the body’s chemical messengers. They regulate vital functions such as blood pressure, blood glucose levels, growth and development and excretion by the kidneys, and their proper balance is necessary for optimal health. But stress, lack of sleep, poor nutrition and illness can all throw hormones out of whack. Dr. Julie Kissel, owner of BodyLogicMD of Cincinnati, says, “Without balance, the body won’t work. Hormone balance is essential for life.” Kissel likens hormones to a symphony. If one instrument is too loud, the others can’t be heard. Each hormone is important, and they need to work together or imbalances will impede the harmony of how they keep the body healthy. She believes that monitoring hormones and ensuring balance is a proactive approach to maintaining well-being, and can be an effective preventive step in preventing disease. According to Kissel, hormones are most affected by diet, nutrient absorption, toxins in the environment and stress. She reviews each of these aspects with clients and determines whether hormone supplementation may be beneficial. If so, Kissel prescribes bio-identical hormones, which are identical in molecular structure to the hormones the body produces, but are made from plant chemicals extracted from yams and soy. For each client, Kissel evaluates levels of estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, cortisol, melatonin, thyroid, DHEA and insulin. Estrogen is vital for bone, brain and heart health, among other functions. Xenoestrogens, chemicals in the environment that function like estrogen, are endocrine disrupters found in many detergents and plastics;
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they can create unhealthy estrogen dominance in many people. Progesterone balances estrogen and when low, may lead to anxiety and difficulty sleeping, among other symptoms. Testosterone helps build muscle mass, maintain bone density and regulate hair growth. Cortisol helps the body deal with stress, and melatonin promotes healthy sleep. Thyroid hormones are primarily responsible for regulating the metabolism. DHEA, secreted by the adrenal glands, serves as precursor to male and female sex hormones (androgens and estrogens). Insulin helps regulate blood sugar. Kissel encourages clients to maintain proper hormone balance through lifestyle and environmental adjustment. For example, she recommends cutting back on sugar consumption; eating too much can lead to insulin resistance, weight gain and interference with other hormones. If bio-identical hormone supplementation is still needed, Kissel takes a conservative approach, beginning with a low dose and adjusting as necessary. Her goal for clients is to reach a proper balance of hormones by modifying their diet, exercise levels and other lifestyle aspects so that supplementation is no longer required. She explains: “Your body is an amazing machine. If you give your body what it needs, it will work for you. Get enough sleep, eat the right kinds of foods, learn good stress management, learn how to set limits and boundaries and avoid toxins. Healthy living is the way to increase your hormones naturally.” For more information, contact BodyLogicMD of Cincinnati, 4555 Lake Forest Dr., Ste. 580, in Cincinnati. Call 513206-9705 or visit BodyLogicMD.com. See Natural Directory listing, page 39.
Addressing Estrogen Dominance Natural Progesterone Rebalances Hormones by Victoria Smith
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he conventional medical mindset is that hormone imbalance, a health challenge faced by many American women, is an estrogen deficiency disease. According to Dr. Christiane Northrup, a leading authority in the field of women’s wellness, the opposite may be true. Many women that experience premenstrual syndrome and perimenopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, weight gain and bone loss may actually be suffering from the effects of “estrogen dominance”— they have too much estrogen relative to progesterone. “Some women can suffer from the symptoms of estrogen dominance for 10 to 15 years, beginning as early as age 35,” says Northrup. During a normal menstrual cycle, estrogen is dominant for the first two weeks leading up to ovulation and is balanced by progesterone during the last two weeks. Progesterone stimulates bone-building, helps normalize blood sugar levels, facilitates thyroid hormone function, calms anxiety and helps prevent cyclical migraines. As a woman enters perimenopause and experiences nonovulating cycles, estrogen can go unopposed and cause symptoms. Other factors that can unbalance hormones and health include prescription hormones such as birth control pills and some hormone replacement therapies; environmental agents; diet; and excess stress and body fat (greater than 28 percent). Xenoestrogens—chemicals in the environment that function like estrogen—are endocrine disrupters; they include synthetic agents like bisphenol A (BPA), which is found in many detergents and plastic food and beverage containers. Because livestock is often fed estrogen products to stimulate growth and quickly fatten the animals for market,
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SAVVY How to Choose Wisely for Optimal Health by James Occhiogrosso
According to the U.S. Office of Dietary Supplements, nearly half of us regularly use some kind of dietary supplement, including vitamins, minerals and botanical herbs.
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hile mainstream media have recently targeted supplements with alarming coverage about their value and safety, James J. Gormley, former editor of Better Nutrition and author of User’s Guide to Brain-Boosting Supplements, helps set the record straight. In an open letter on the Citizens for Health website, at Tinyurl.com/LetterRebuttal, he contends the worst part about misleading articles is that they can scare readers away from benefits that safe supplements might offer. He notes that although nothing in life is 100 percent risk-free, supplements are inherently benign, while pharmaceutical drugs frequently have unhealthy side effects. Controversy over supplements seems to arise primarily from misinformation. Following are some guidelines and resources to help ensure their wise use and maximum benefit.
chemicals that target one body system or organ, causing it to alter its function; they mask symptoms, but do not cure disease. On the other hand, the goal of vitamins, minerals and plant-derived supplements is to provide nutrients to help a troubled body system by supporting health and healing. Some confusion occurs because many pharmaceutical and supplement manufacturers take advantage of people’s desire for a one-bullet solution, which rarely exists in either source. Stephen Lawson, administrative officer of the Linus Pauling Institute, at Oregon State University, maintains that, “Lumping together items like vitamins, minerals and botanicals, each of which can have profoundly different physical profiles and effects on the body, is dangerous and misleading.”
Supplements Versus Pharmaceutical Drugs
Everyone can benefit from taking the right supplements to address specific health needs. Numerous studies attest that many diseases, especially in older adults, are caused by a deficiency of certain vitamins or minerals. For example, pernicious anemia, common in adults over the age of 60, is due to
Natural health practitioners report that their clients tend to mentally group pharmaceuticals and supplements together. However, pharmaceutical drugs are typically synthetic, single-action
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a long-term deficiency of vitamin B12. The condition often proved fatal until researchers discovered that taking such supplements could effectively treat it. Another common nutritional deficiency disease among aging adults is osteoporosis, a loss of bone minerals that often leads to fractures. Its primary cause is chronic deficiencies in calcium and vitamin D levels. The latter is crucial for absorbing calcium—a primary mineral for building bone. According to the National Institutes of Health, older adults are likely to spend more time indoors, plus, even when they are exposed to the sun, their skin does not synthesize vitamin D as efficiently as when they were younger. Serious nutrient deficiencies rarely cause fatal outcomes, but deficiencies of certain vitamins and minerals can deter organs from optimal functioning. General medical tests do not always show minor shortfalls, and practice shows that supplementing with the appropriate vitamin or mineral can often both eliminate symptoms and resolve an underlying problem.
Helpful Resources Alliance for Natural Health Tinyurl.com/HelpfulReading Dr. Andrew Weil DrWeil.com HerbReference.com Linus Pauling Institute Micronutrient Information Center lpi.OregonState.edu/infocenter National Institutes of Health Tinyurl.com/NIH-Supplements NutrientReference.com SupplementReference.com
Choosing Helpful Supplements
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Determining which supplements can best meet individual needs requires sound information. First, determine if a perceived condition could be caused by a vitamin or mineral deficiency, and then identify the best dosage. It is also vital to know how a supplement might interact with any current medications. Most vitamin and mineral supplements are safe when used properly, but always consider asking an experienced professional for guidance; this is especially true for botanicals, because some manufacturers make unsupported claims based only on their own research. Generally, nonprofit organizations such as the Linus Pauling Institute (lpi.Oregon State.edu) that do not sell supplement products, present unbiased information.
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Final Word Although conflicting information continues to circulate, abundant scientific evidence verifies that commonsense use of vitamin and mineral supplements is safe and usually helpful. The recommendation is to take enough, but not too much, of a deficiency-specific supplement, along with nutritious foods, in order to achieve a normal balance. A 2009 report by the U.S. National Poison Data System indicated that the number of serious adverse events that year from the use of vitamins, minerals, amino acids or herbal supplements was extremely low, with no related U.S. deaths. Many natural healthcare experts, including naturopaths, nutritionists and dieticians, conclude that supplements are useful and in some cases, necessary, especially when treating a significant nutrient or hormonal deficiency. It’s wise to consult a knowledgeable professional before buying the antioxidant du jour mentioned by a friend from the gym.
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awns are a lot like our own bodies, which suffer when we feed them fast food, but thrive when we make healthier choices. As opposed to traditional lawn care, which relies on synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, organic care is a sustainable option that produces healthier lawns which are safer for children and pets and require less watering. Conventional lawn care uses dangerous pesticides. According to the nonprofit Beyond Pesticides, of 30 commonly used lawn pesticides, 19 have been named in studies pointing to carcinogens; 13 are linked with birth defects, 21 with reproductive effects, 15 with neurotoxicity, and 26 with liver or kidney damage; 27 are sensitizers and/or irritants; and 11 have the potential to disrupt the endocrine (hormonal) system. The synthetic fertilizers used with traditional landscape practices cause lawns to become addicted to high doses of nitrogen and develop top growth at the expense of the roots. Lawns may look good in the short term, but they are not sustainable and succumb more quickly to drought, insects and fungus. Organic fertilizers, on the other hand, feed the soil with live, organic matter. As the soil breaks down this organic matter, it releases the nutrients to the grass and its roots. Although this process releases nutrients more slowly, it produces a steady growth of grass in a more efficient manner. The lawn develops a deeper root system and better
soil structure that is teeming with millions of beneficial microbes and earthworms. Grass growing in 10 inches of dark, rich, brown, crumbly topsoil produces enormous roots that extract moisture from deeper in the ground. A stronger root system requires less watering to keep the lawn healthy when stresses occur, thereby reducing water bills. Matt Maurer owns PureLawn Organic Lawn Care Service, which serves the Cincinnati and Dayton areas. Connect with him at 513-787-3529 or 937-7873529. Also visit MyPureLawn.com. See ad, page 13.
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n addition to relieving symptoms of menopause and andropause and helping maintain a normal, balanced hormone system, healthy eating can yield many other benefits. According to U.S. National Library of Medicine research reports, these include weight management, bone health and fertility and natural defenses against breast and prostate cancers and osteoarthritis symptoms. Despite drug-free approaches to hormone health that predate synthesized 20th-century hormone replacement therapy, the pharmaceutical industry has all but vanquished eating appropriately nutritious foods as a means to balancing hormones. Why do people embrace external sourcing when natural internal functioning is the better, less costly and more permanent solution? Even the current bio-identical upgrade of hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) may lead to some biological dependency on these substances. Appropriate BHRT should include an analysis of how the individual uniquely metabolizes hormones and functional foods that can help. An edible approach to hormone health provides deep nourishment for glands, enabling increased production of what they lack due to changes associated with age or illness. Healthy eating likewise reduces the activity of excess hormones already in the body, beneficially mimicking their previous function without the unwanted side effects. Here are some leading food aids to get us there.
Pomegranate
The resemblance of the inner topography of a pomegranate to an ovary is more than poetic homage. Pre-Renaissance Western herbalists commonly held that a plant food’s visual similarity to a human organ indicated a positive health correlation. Research published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology on pomegranates by Japanese scientists revealed that the seeds and fleshy capsules within which they are suspended, called arils, contain estrogens structurally similar to those found in mammals. Preclinical results published in Phytochemistry may explain why extracts of these plant-derived bio-identical hormones mimicking estradiol, estriol and estrone are capable of replacing the function of an ovary. A Japanese study published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology reported that female mice whose ovaries had been removed and were later fed pomegranate juice and pomegranate seed extract for two weeks showed reversals in bone loss, uterine weight loss and anxiety.
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Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli and Brussels sprouts, collard and mustard greens and the root vegetables kohlrabi and rutabaga contain glucosinolates, which help protect DNA from damage, according to a study published in Current Science. Also, ever-increasing preclinical and clinical evidence shows that consuming cruciferous vegetables reduces the risk of more than 100 health problems, including a wide range of cancers, like those affecting the bladder and breasts. Unwelcome symptoms of perimenopause (which can last years before the completion of menopause) can be offset through daily ingestion of ground flax, which can be added to cereals, salads and other foods. Ground flaxseed mixed with dried berries is particularly palatable. As the ovarian reserve of naturally manufactured hormones exhausts itself and prompts an imbalance, flaxseed is particularly effective in rebalancing levels of desirable estrogen metabolites, such as breast-friendly 2-hydroxyestrone. It contains a fiber, lignan, that upon digestion produces two important phytoestrogens capable of stimulating the body’s natural estrogen receptors in cases of estrogen deficiency and blocking both synthetic and natural estrogen when there is excess (as with estrogen-dominant conditions from puberty to menopause). These properties have been confirmed in human clinical studies performed at the University of Toronto’s Department of Nutritional Sciences and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Thus, flaxseed may be considered a source of plant “estrogen” capable of prompting regression of estrogen-sensitive cancers, including those of the breast and prostate. Extremely versatile in culinary applications, combining flaxseed with ground cumin provides a medicinally potent homemade seasoning supporting women’s hormonal health.
Cumin
Cumin—actually a fruit disguised as a spice—has tremendous hormone-modulating properties recently confirmed by findings in Experimental Biology and Medicine. Japanese scientists demonstrated that cumin seeds can inhibit loss of bone density and strength as effectively as estrogen in a female rat model of age-associated osteoporosis. They further found that the cumin seeds did not have estrogen’s weight-promoting and possible carcinogenic effects on the uterus. Imagine the potent hormone-balancing properties of a dinner of steamed rutabaga dressed with ground flaxseeds and cumin with a side of mustard greens with olive oil and pomegranate dressing. It beats a serving of Premarin with a serving of unwanted side effects any day.
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2. Preheat a cast iron or heavy skillet with about 1 Tbsp of olive oil and sauté the tuna approximately 2 minutes on each side or to desired doneness. Set aside to cool, then finely slice. 3. Mix all ingredients for the vinaigrette and cook on low heat to incorporate sweetener (1 to 2 minutes). 4. Place tuna and other ingredients in separate bowls (herbs can be combined in one bowl) so everyone can make their own lettuce wrap, topped with the vinaigrette dressing. Healthy Cooking Tip: Bragg Liquid Aminos is a healthier alternative to soy and tamari sauce because it contains essential amino acids that support the body’s muscles, cells and tissues and provides seasoning without added table salt, preservatives or genetically modified soybeans.
Wraps 2 pieces of fresh tuna (4 to 6 oz each) 1 romaine, Boston or butter lettuce (separate in leaves) 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut 1/2 cup bean sprouts 1/2 cup chopped cashews 1 avocado, chopped 1/3 cup basil 1/3 cup cilantro 1/3 cup mint Marinade Sauce 1/4 to 1/2 cup Bragg Liquid Aminos
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds 1 Tbsp olive oil Vinaigrette 4 Tbsp Bragg Liquid Aminos 1 tsp sesame oil 1 Tbsp honey, brown sugar or a couple of drops of Stevia sweetener 3 Tbsp olive oil 1 tsp apple cider vinegar Directions 1. Marinate the tuna with Bragg Liquid Aminos and olive oil and coat with sesame seeds.
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a missing link in Western nutrition and a key to returning Americans to health. They both believe that specific medical concerns—including allergies, arthritis, elevated cholesterol, high blood pressure, fatigue, gastrointestinal disorders and body pains—are directly related to toxicity, which responds well to gentle detoxification. Their suggestions for reducing the overload based on 60 years of combined experience include eliminating pro-inflammatory processed foods, alcohol, coffee, refined sugars and bad fats; increasing daily intake of healthy, organic, fiber-rich foods; and gently cleansing at least twice a year, using a natural approach.
S PRING DETOX Gentle Natural Cleansing Works Best by Linda Sechrist
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o secure optimum performance, maximize lifespan and maintain the warranty of vehicles, knowledgeable drivers follow the regular maintenance needs recommended in the owner’s manual. Similarly, many health practitioners, integrative physicians and chiropractors suggest that periodically cleansing the body’s inside works—flushing toxins and enabling the digestive process and organs like the liver and kidney to rest and reset—aids in maintaining, restoring and optimizing health.
Umeboshi Tea Umeboshi plums, termed “the king of alkaline foods”, are a species of apricots from Japan. A pickled fruit, they have a sour and salty flavor. Drinking umeboshi tea alkalizes the blood and works to relieve fatigue, nausea and indigestion while restoring energy. Makes 1 cup. Drink one a day for one month.
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Whether seeking a dramatic cleanup and clearing out or a simple tune-up, a natural, detoxifying cleanse eliminates accumulations of unwanted substances. Doctor of Chiropractic and Nutritionist Linda Berry, of Albany, California, and Brenda Watson, ReNew Life founder and a certified nutritional consultant from Clearwater, Florida, are recognized authorities on the subject. Berry’s Internal Cleansing and Watson’s series of six books on digestive health that began with Renew Your Life stress that the process may be both
1 umeboshi plum, rinse 1 cup purified water ½ tsp Japanese kuzu powder 2 or 3 drops tamari or gluten-free tamari
How to Begin
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the onset of spring and fall suggest appropriate times for internal cleansing. Although strictly protein drink fasts are not encouraged, a minimum of 20 grams of high-quality protein should be consumed daily. Read labels and pick a sugarless protein powder. A simple one-day, weekend or seven-day cleanse for experienced or inexperienced individuals begins every morning with a total body dry skin brushing prior to showering, and then drinking a minimum of 10, eight-ounce glasses of water throughout the day. This includes a tasty green juice drink, followed by an eight-ounce glass of water for breakfast, lunch and a healthy afternoon snack. Watson’s favorite green cleansing recipe consists of liquefying one-and-a-half cucumbers, two stalks
3. Stir while heating at medium temperature for 3 to 5 minutes or until liquid turns clear and appears a little thicker. Turn off heat.
1. Remove seed from the plum. Cut remaining plum into small pieces or mash.
4. Add tamari drops and stir gently. Drink while hot.
2. Place plum pieces, water and kuzu in a small sauce pan. Stir or whisk to dissolve the powder. It will look like milk with pink bumps.
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of celery, half a Granny Smith apple, a handful of spinach or any other type of green vegetable, a few sprigs of parsley and a tiny piece of lemon. Then, an hour after breakfast and lunch, sip a cup of herbal tea, take two or three capsules of spirulina and two capsules of omega-3. For dinner, liquefy one teaspoon of red miso paste in eight ounces of hot water and add five sprigs of wakame seaweed. “To fight hunger during the day, drink more water with lemon or ginger, warm herbal tea or green juices,” advises Watson. To increase fiber intake, Berry suggests placing ingredients in a VitaMix or the more affordable NutriBullet, which pulverizes everything added, even whole flax seeds. Juicers, which are harder to clean after using, separate the liquid from the fibrous pulp, which human intestines need to create at least two daily bowel movements. Add oat or rice bran, citrus pectin or other natural fibers as a bulk agent.
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A natural, non-chlorinated water enema using simple home apparatus available at local stores can also be incorporated into the regimen, as necessary, “An enema [initially] affects only the intestine’s lower third, so hold in the room-temperature water for five to 15 minutes, if possible,” suggests Berry.
What to Avoid
Safe, over-the-counter solutions for colon cleansing generally promote colon health and can nicely supplement a
fast. Avoid products that contain senna leaf and cascara sagrada, which are potent laxatives. Watson and Berry don’t recommend rigid “crash and burn” cleanses, such as those consisting solely of protein drinks or raw juices or lemon juice and water with maple syrup and cayenne pepper. “It’s better to cleanse gently with fresh green juices with meals consisting of brown rice and either raw, lightly steamed or roasted vegetables,” counsels Watson. “Any detox program, if followed by eating whatever you want, not only doesn’t work, it has consequences,” adds Berry, who strongly advises easing back into a sensible diet after a cleanse. She notes that one client became ill from breaking her detox with a meal of barbeque ribs and beer. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. She writes on why we are better together at ItsAllAboutWe.com.
How to Choose a Detox Program Tips for Safe Cleansing by Jennifer Beck
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very year, new detox programs are introduced to cleanse the liver, gallbladder, kidneys, fat cells, colon and the entire body. Although it is important to eliminate toxins from the body and allow the digestive system to rest, not all cleanses are safe. The key to an effective detox is to understand what it is trying to accomplish, and to choose it intelligently and with care. Many people choose faddish programs endorsed by celebrities or televised on health shows, but health improvement can be achieved without resorting to extreme system flushes. Here are a few key factors to keep in mind when choosing a cleanse or detox program. Not all detox programs or supplement cleanses are created equal. When evaluating them, identify the desired
outcome and what to expect during the cleansing process. Do not take an advertisement’s claims at face value. Remember, the ad is there to sell a product. To achieve desired results safely, seek supervision by a wellness professional, especially when undertaking an extreme cleanse, such as the popular olive oil, lemon juice and cayenne pepper concoction. The best approach is to eliminate the consumption of caffeine, refined sugars, alcohol and processed foods (CRAP), and to increase water intake to half of a person’s body weight in ounces per day. This will heal and improve the body’s immune system, energy levels and overall health more effectively than any fad detox/cleanse. For specific health concerns, consult a professional.
Jennifer Beck, a nutritionist, food consultant and personal coach, is the owner of Advanced Wellness, 4851 Wunnenberg Way, Ste. C, in West Chester. Connect with her at 513407-5775. See ad, page 17.
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Sign Ups Begin For Group Swim Lessons – Session 1 begins May 20, Session 2 begins June 3. $50/ members, $75/nonmembers. Five Seasons Sports Club Kentucky, 345 Thomas More Pkwy, Crestview Hills, KY. More info: 859-341-3687.
Open House: Five Seasons Family Sports Club Cincinnati – 10am-2pm. Come try out the club and ask questions about membership at Five Seasons. 11790 Snider Rd, Cincinnati. 513-469-1400.
Grilling Cooking Class – 4pm. Join us as we explore our favorite grilling techniques for meats, seafood, vegetables and fruit. $5; advance registration required. Whole Foods Deerfield, 5805 Deerfield Blvd, Mason. Register: 513-398-9358.
Sign Ups Begin For Summer Shape-Up Program – Get ready for swimsuit season with great workouts with a certified personal trainer. 6-wk program begins May 6. $150/person. Five Seasons Sports Club Kentucky, 345 Thomas More Pkwy, Crestview Hills, KY. More info: 859-341-3687. Rock Climbing Basics – 6:30-8pm. Join REI for an introductory class in rock climbing. Participants will leave with an understanding of the different types of climbing, what gear is necessary and the basics on how to get started. REI, 2643 Edmonson Rd, Cincinnati. 513-924-1938.
Queen City Bike: Holiday Bike Drive – 10am-2pm. Bring your used kid’s bike to REI, and Queen City Bike will fix it up and donate it to a kid in need. For every bike you donate, receive a thank you gift from REI and Whole Foods. REI, 2643 Edmonson Rd, Cincinnati. 513-924-1938. Hands-On Bike Maintenance– 10:30am12pm, Fix a Flat, $20/member, $40/nonmember; Trail/Roadside Repair, 12:30-2:30pm, $45/ member, $65/nonmember). REI, 2643 Edmonson Rd, Cincinnati. 513-924-1938.
Health Starts Here $5 Lunch – 11:30am-1:30pm. Chickpea Shwarma Bowls. Come see Chrissy, Healthy Eating Specialist, for a tasty, healthy affordable lunch. Whole Foods Deerfield, 5805 Deerfield Blvd, Mason. 513-398-9358.
Paddling Basics – 6-8pm. Get information on canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards and equipment. REI, 2643 Edmonson Rd, Cincinnati. 513-924-1938.
TUESDAY, MAY 7 “How to Stay Young” Class – 6-7pm. Join Dr. Kim Muhlenkamp as she addresses how to stay young. Light snacks and refreshments provided. Live Well Chiropractic Center, 6860 Tylersville Rd, Ste 7, Mason. Space limited, register: 513-285-7482.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 8 Fitness Technology Basics – 6:30-7:30pm. Join our technical experts to learn more about Fitness Technology components and their use and functionality in your exercise and fitness routine. REI, 2643 Edmonson Rd, Cincinnati. 513-9241938.
MONDAY, MAY 13 Bike to Work Week, May 13-17 Healthy Shopping Store Tour – 6:30pm. Come learn how to shop for the healthiest foods. $5/ person. Whole Foods Deerfield, 5805 Deerfield Blvd, Mason. Registration required: 513-398-9358. Bicycle Commuting Basics – 6:30-8pm. REI, 2643 Edmonson Rd, Cincinnati. 513924-1938. Grilling With The Chef – 7-9pm. Grilling demonstrations and tastings with Chef David Cook of Daveed’s. $30 includes demo, tastings, wine and recipes. Five Seasons Family Sports Club Cincinnati, 11790 Snider Rd, Cincinnati. RSVP: 513-469-1400.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 15 Queen City Bike Commuter Station – 4-6pm. Join us to celebrate bike-to-work week. Anyone who rides their bike to the store gets free KIND bars and REI discounts. REI, 2643 Edmonson Rd, Cincinnati. 513-924-1938. Across America by Bicycle – 6:30-7:30pm. Join the authors of Across America by Bicycle as they share their stories. REI, 2643 Edmonson Rd, Cincinnati. 513-924-1938. Health Talk: Balancing Women’s Hormones using Functional Medicine – 6pm. Learn about the root causes of hormone imbalances and how to restore optimal hormone balance with a new
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FRIDAY, MAY 17 National Bike-To-Work Day Celebration – 12-1pm. Join REI, Queen City Bike for partying and picnicking. Bring a sack lunch and decorate your bike. REI will be on site with activities and giveaways. Washington Park, 1230 Elm St, Cincinnati. Info: 513-924-1938.
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Bunbury – 4-7pm. Buy $50 in groceries and get 20% off a 1- or 3-day pass to Bunbury Music Festival. Don’t miss your chance to get discounted tickets. Findlay Market, 1801 Race St, Cincinnati. 513-651-2326.
Mixed Doubles Tennis Mixer – 7-10pm. $20/ person includes tennis and pizza, beer/wine. Five Seasons Family Sports Club Cincinnati, 11790 Snider Rd, Cincinnati. RSVP: 513-469-1400.
THURSDAY, MAY 2
Hands-On Bike Maintenance – 12-2pm, Drive Train session; 2:30-4:30pm, Rim Brake Systems. Bring your bike and join our certified bike tech to learn more about these systems. Per class: $45/members, $65/nonmembers. REI, 2643 Edmonson Rd, Cincinnati. 513-924-1938.
Health Starts Here $5 Lunch – 11:30am-1:30pm. Broccoli, Sun-Dried Tomato and Tofu Bowls. Whole Foods Deerfield, 5805 Deerfield Blvd, Mason. 513-398-9358.
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Annual Pure Give Class – 10am. Come try a Pure Barre class benefitting The Dragonfly Foundation. Minimum donation for this special class is $20. All week long they will be accepting both monetary and items for donations. Pure Barre, 5939 Deerfield Blvd, Ste 2103, Mason. For more info: 513-204-1978. Health Talk: Balancing Women’s Hormones using Functional Medicine – 10am. Learn about the root causes of hormone imbalances and how to restore optimal hormone balance with a new and natural approach. Living Proof Institute, 9277 Centre Pointe Dr., Ste. 350, West Chester. 513-7850686, BecomeProof.com/Hormones Family Amazing Race and Health Fair – 3-6pm. $25/team includes race, fair and barbeque. Five Seasons Family Sports Club Cincinnati, 11790 Snider Rd, Cincinnati. RSVP: 513-469-1400. Whole Foods Market Mason Craft Beer and Food Festival – 3-9pm. $20/advance, $25/day of. Tickets are limited. Whole Foods Deerfield, 5805 Deerfield Blvd, Mason. 513-398-9358. Tickets: WePay.com/Events/WFMBeerFestival.
SUNDAY, MAY 19 Aufstellung Movement for Transformation and Freedom – 12-4:30pm. $40 to participate and $80 for your own configuration. Stillpoint Center for Healing Arts, 11223 Cornell Park Dr, Ste 302, Blue Ash. For more info, Beverly Welbourne: 513489-9777. Bunbury – 4-7pm. Buy $50 in groceries and get 20% off a 1- or 3-day pass to Bunbury Music Festival. Don’t miss your chance to get discounted tickets. Findlay Market, 1801 Race St, Cincinnati. 513-651-2326.
MONDAY, MAY 20 Toddler Food Making Class – 6pm. Join Jennie and Kim from Surviving Motherhood to make healthy food for your kids. Whole Foods Deerfield, 5805 Deerfield Blvd, Mason. Register: 513-398-9358.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 22
Shamanic Journey – 6:30-8:30pm. 2nd Fri. With Gary Matthews. $20. The Stillpoint Center, 11223 Cornell Park Dr, Blue Ash. 513-489-5302.
Half-Pint Kids Club – 10am. Bring your kids ages 2-9 in for our fun and healthy class. Will explore berries and Yoga with Pooja. Free, but registration required. Whole Foods Deerfield, 5805 Deerfield Blvd, Mason. 513-398-9358.
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THURSDAY, MAY 23 Health Starts Here $5 Lunch – 11:30am-1:30pm. Mediterranean Quinoa Bowls. Come see Chrissy, Healthy Eating Specialist, for a tasty and affordable lunch. Whole Foods Deerfield, 5805 Deerfield Blvd, Mason. 513-398-9358.
FRIDAY, MAY 24 Party On The Patio Series Opening – 6-9pm. Live music by The Fun Size, grill-out menu, drink specials. A la carte pricing for food/drink. Five Seasons Family Sports Club Cincinnati, 11790 Snider Rd, Cincinnati. RSVP: 513-469-1400.
SATURDAY, MAY 25 Health Talk: Do I Have Leaky Gut? – 10 am. Leaky Gut Syndrome is a major cause of chronic illness, such as Autoimmune Disease, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue, Thyroid and Digestive Problems. Living Proof Institute, 9277 Centre Pointe Dr., Ste. 350, West Chester. Register: 513-785-0686, BecomeProof.com/AutoImmune. Open House: Five Seasons Family Sports Club Cincinnati – 10am-2pm. Come try out the club and ask questions about membership at Five Seasons. 11790 Snider Rd, Cincinnati. 513-469-1400. Aufstellung Movement for Transformation and Freedom – 12-4:30pm. $40 to participate and $80 for your own configuration. Stillpoint Center for Healing Arts, 11223 Cornell Park Dr, Ste 302, Blue Ash. For more info, Beverly Welbourne: 513489-9777. Local Fest – 12-5pm. Celebrate local food, art and music. Grailville, 932 O’Bannonville Rd, Loveland. For more info: 513-683-2340.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 29
Half-Pints Program – 10-10:40am. Kids enjoy a fun adventure as we explore great food and good nutrition. May 4: Cinco De Mayo Fiesta; May 11: Fruit Lollipop Pots; May 18: Create a Cupcake; May 25: Perfectly Patriotic Parfaits. Whole Foods Market Rookwood, 2693 Edmonson Rd, Hyde Park. Register: 513-981-0794 or CinRegistration@ WholeFoods.com.
sunday OTR Biergarten – May-Sept. 12-4pm. Findlay Market, 1801 Race St, Cincinnati. OTR BreweryDistrict.org.
monday Hatha Yoga – 6:30pm. $5/class. Colerain Township Community Center, 4300 Springdale Rd, Cincinnati. 513-741-8802.
tuesday Seasonal Sizzle – 11am-1pm. We create a one-time food venue at a fantastic $5 price. Whole Foods Rookwood, 2693 Edmonson Rd, Cincinnati. 513531-8015.
wednesday Zumba Fitness Class – 6:30-7:30pm. $5. Clough United Methodist Church, 2010 Wolfangel Rd, Cincinnati. 513-374-4900.
thursday Meditation Class – 7-8:30pm. 2nd Thurs. With Gary Matthews. $20. The Stillpoint Center, 11223 Cornell Park Dr, Blue Ash. 513-489-5302.
Backpacking Basics – 6-8pm. Learn how to choose and pack proper clothing and footwear. REI, 2643 Edmonson Rd, Cincinnati. 513-924-1938.
Wine Tasting – 4-7pm. Country Fresh Market and Wine Depot, 8315 Beechmont Ave, Anderson Township. 513-474-9167.
Health Starts Here $5 Lunch – 11:30am-1:30pm. Black Bean Burrito Bowls. Come see Chrissy, Healthy Eating Specialist for a tasty and affordable lunch. Whole Foods Deerfield, 5805 Deerfield Blvd, Mason. 513-398-9358.
OTR Biergarten – May-Sept. 11am-5pm. Findlay Market, 1801 Race St, Cincinnati. OTRBrewery District.org. Wine Tasting – 2-5pm. Country Fresh Market and Wine Depot, 8315 Beechmont Ave, Anderson Township. 513-474-9167.
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THURSDAY, MAY 30
B-12 Shots – 10:30-11:30am. Susan’s Natural Foods, 8315 Beechmont Ave, Anderson Township. For more info: 513-474-4990.
friday Five after Five – 5pm. Enjoy 5 delicious dishes plus dessert, paired with 5 fabulous wines. May 3: Fiesta; May 10: Chilled Out; May 17: So Fresh and So Green; May 24: All-American Grill Out; May 31: Sum-Sum Summertime. $5 includes wine, food tasting and a Whole Foods Market wine glass. Bring glass back to the next tasting for $1 off punch card. Limited space. Buy tickets from 5-6:30pm or until
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