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SUMMER WITH LOCAL DETOX PLANS

by Allie McFee

13 FUN WAYS TO

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GET OUTSIDE THIS SUMMER

Be a Kid Again With Your Own Family

by Sandra Murphy

14 NATURAL WAYS TO CLEANSE BODY & MIND

Take Toxins Out of Your Life

by Meredith Montgomery

17 GIVE MOTHER EARTH A FIGHTING CHANCE

by Samuel K. Burlum

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18 ENLIGHTENING IDEAS ABOUT MONEY

Think Independence, Intimacy, Integrity

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mpowered Progress

As we enjoy the much-anticipated heart of summer this month, I’ve been wondering about the phenomenon of “Christmas in July”, when Christmas-themed events are held midway through the calendar year. I discovered it started because Christmas occurs during our summer months in the southern hemisphere, and to experience Christmas during the peak of their winter season, they start hosting festive holiday events throughout July.

Then I thought about how the sensory overload of holiday celebrations are typically followed by a period of lifestyle-changing resolutions, often including weight loss, exercise and self-improvement programs.

It’s a good time to re-group, focus on healthy habits and break a detoxifying sweat. Speaking of which, you can join other runners this year for the first annual Christmas in July Half Marathon and 5K, a festive run through the streets of downtown Indy on July 15.

How serendipitous that this issue carries an informative and timely feature article focused on long-term lifestyle changes, “Natural Ways to Cleanse Body & Mind: Take Toxins Out of Your Life.” Writer Meredith Montgomery walks us through our choice of doable ways to help us clean up our physical and psychological closets. “Reboot this Summer with Local Detox Plans,” by Allie McFee, offers additional ideas and options closer to home.

I’ve had the most success with detox programs that focus on nutritionally sound choices combined with exercise and mindfulness practices. When embarking on a cleansing program, my goal is to weave together healing foods, workouts and mindsets that heal and reenergize body and mind. We can often establish longer-term lifestyle changes through simple updates and improvements to our everyday habits.

Recently I sustained an ankle injury that precluded my usual rotation of aerobic, strength and yoga exercises. So I switched to a yoga-only practice for awhile, and the timing has been perfect for both my physical well-being and emotional state. It’s been a full-throttle kind of summer so far, filled with family, work and projects calling for my complete attention and unwavering energy. I’d forgotten how many stress-reduction techniques that yoga weaves into each session such as deep breathing, meditation and self-massage; all while lifting our heart center upwards.

Each day offers us fresh opportunities to progress and recognize that any moment may present an opportunity to change our trajectory to something more positive and health affirming. While realizing perfect balance in life and daily choices doesn’t always happen, we can keep working at it. As with a yoga practice, sometimes we may wobble or even face plant, but over time and with consistent effort, we gradually become stronger, more balanced, flexible and empowered. Sounds good to me; Namaste and please pass the ghee.

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Kroger Becomes Sponsor of Summer Symphony Series

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he Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra (ISO) summer outdoor music series kicks into full gear this month with Kroger as their new title sponsor. Kroger Symphony on the Prairie will celebrate Independence Day with their annual Star Spangled Symphony at 8 p.m. on July 1 through 4 at Conner Prairie Interactive History Park. Attendees are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue and to bring food, drinks, lawn chairs and blankets.

ISO’s remaining July lineup features a wide selection of symphony concert themes, including Romance Under the Stars, John Williams Strikes Back, Just the Hits: 20 Years of Doo Wop Classics and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy.

Consider arriving before the shows to explore Conner Prairie’s interactive historic sites, including 1836 Prairietown, the Treetop Outpost, 1859 Balloon Voyage, and the Animal Encounters Barn.

Single tickets, tables and parking for shows can be purchased by calling 317-639-4300, visiting the Hilbert Circle Theatre Box Office at 32 E. Washington St., Ste 600, Indianapolis, or at IndianapolisSymphony.org. For more information on events and exhibits at Conner Prairie, visit ConnerPrairie.org.

Enzyme Nutrition and Digestive Health Class

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orter HealthCenter is offering a class on Enzyme Nutrition and Digestive Health led by Dr. Vicki Knapke from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on July 27 at the Morter HealthCenter, in Carmel.

“We have altered our food supply, so enzymes are missing in many of the foods we consume,” says Knapke.

Enzymes are needed for digestion and there are specific types that break down the different major food categories of carbohydrates, protein, fats and milk protein.

Digestive health is more important than ever before as people are experiencing digestive challenges. The class will provide information about the different enzymes, their specific roles in digestion and absorption, and where to get them in food choices. It will share tips and tools on how to help the body manage and make optimal use of the foods it is consuming.

Admission: Free, registration required. Location: Morter HealthCenter, 10439 Commerce Dr., Ste. 140. For more information and to register, call 317-872-9300 or visit MorterHealthCenter.com. See ad on page 6.

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eep Indianapolis Beautiful is leading several hands-on programs and projects to transform urban spaces this month, including the IPL Project Greenspace and the Fall Creek and Boulevard Place Habitat Restoration.

IPL Project Greenspace is an annual initiative that connects with neighborhood-based organizations to help revitalize public spaces. On July 15, KIB, in partnership with IPL will assist Mars Hill neighbors at the nonprofit organization Community Caring and Sharing with pathway creation, building hardscape elements, perennial bed installation, and expansion of their community garden and food pantry programming.

The Fall Creek and Boulevard Place Habitat Restoration project is taking place on July 29 from 9 a.m. to noon. Join KIB and Fall Creek Place neighbors in their efforts to remove invasive plant species along Fall Creek.

KIB will provide the tools and training necessary to rid pesky plants from the area and free this urban landscape of invasive species, providing native plants and wildlife space to thrive.

For more information and to sign up, visit KIBI.org.

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RI studies have found that meditation produces positive changes in many parts of the brain, including those responsible for stress reduction and memory. The husband-andwife team of Charles and Carol Crenshaw, long-time meditation teachers and cofounders of Inner Peace Yoga Center, in Indianapolis, show how to combine meditation with Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) to reduce stress in their new book EFT for Meditation, available now on Amazon.

The Crenshaws describe the ability to remain calm in the face of distressing life experiences as one of the foundations of meditation. They begin the book with an exercise designed to provide the reader with a “quick start” experience of how EFT and meditation can be combined. Carol says, “We show that EFT, which combines advanced psychology techniques with acupressure, can quickly release stress, allowing meditators to deepen their practices.”

EFT for Meditation acknowledges the difficulty most people have in establishing a consistent meditation practice. “We demonstrate how to use EFT to overcome resistance, and how to tailor a practice to one’s unique life circumstances, outlining the most popular meditation methods and the role EFT plays in each one,” she adds.

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aturalAwakeningsSingles.com, used by Natural Awakenings readers to meet conscious soul mates, twin flames, life partners and friends since 2013 in partnership with the Conscious Dating Network, has been upgraded with a new contemporary layout suited to all platforms and devices, including smartphones and tablets. The site also features a dynamic search function so members can edit and view search results on the same page in real time, plus the ability to save and edit favorite searches more easily.

Other new developments include Match Questions, providing a more in-depth way of determining compatibility that replaces the Compatibility Test and Sexual IQ. There are eight categories—Dating, Eco-Consciousness, Spirituality, Lifestyle & Personality, Sexuality, Diet & Exercise, Ethics, and Just for Fun—with many pertinent multiple-choice questions. Members answer for themselves, and also select which answers are “acceptable” to them relating to a potential partner’s answers. Match percentages between members are calculated via an algorithm and displayed on profiles.

Some of the answers are humorous and entertaining which makes answering the questions more fun, and members can express themselves more deeply with the optional personal comments to go along with each answer.

Upcoming new features will include live video chats, a “stealth” profile viewing mode option and a classified ad section.

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Coal Phase-Out Boosts Health

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he province of Ontario began a complete phase-out of its coal-fired power plants in 2005, with all of them having closed by 2015. While the costly measure was expected to produce minor air quality improvements, officials predicted that the resulting health benefits would accrue $3 billion in annual healthcare savings for the community.

Realized savings can be seen in the drastic reduction of smog days in Ontario, down to just one since 2014. “Let’s compare that to 2005, when residents of the Greater Toronto Area suffered through 53 smog days while coal, with its toxic emissions, provided 19 percent of the province’s power,” says Vanessa Foran, president and CEO of The Asthma Society of Canada. “It’s obvious that shutting Ontario’s coal plants has helped clean the air; it’s also given a new lease on life to millions that suffer with asthma.”

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esearch from the University of Pittsburgh, in Pennsylvania, has established that structured physical activity following a stroke can significantly improve cognitive function in survivors. The study used data from 13 clinical trials that included 735 participants to analyze general cognitive improvement, executive function, attention and working memory, as well as the impact of different types of physical activity.

Researchers found that exercise following a stroke produced cognitive improvements in both attention and speed in processing information. They further discovered that a combination of aerobic exercise and strength training produced the maximum cognitive improvements.

“We found that a program as short as 12 weeks is effective at improving cognition, and even patients with chronic stroke can experience improvements in their cognition with an exercise intervention,” says lead author Lauren E. Oberlin, a graduate student at the university.

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study of distance runners by Texas A&M University, in College Station, determined that shortterm supplementation of dried tart cherry powder improved running times, decreased inflammation and increased muscle metabolism and immunity.

The researchers divided 27 endurance-trained young adult athletes into two groups. Eleven participants were given a daily powdered tart cherry supplement for 10 days, and 16 were given a rice flour placebo. All completed a half-marathon near the end of the 10-day trial. The researchers tested fasting blood samples and a quadriceps muscle soreness rating prior to the run, 60 minutes after the run and 24 and 48 hours post-run.

The tart cherry group reported 13 percent faster average running times, as well as significantly lower inflammatory markers. They also reported 34 percent lower quadriceps soreness prior to the run. Tart cherry supplementation also increased immunity and resulted in better muscle metabolism.

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Rigged Research

GMO Studies Compromised by Conflicts of Interest An article published by the journal PLOS One reflects the opinion of researchers affiliated with France’s National Institute for Agricultural Research that a large portion of studies on genetically modified (GM/GMO) crops are rife with conflicts of interest. They state that many have been tainted because someone that worked on a study was also an employee of a company producing them. The study investigated direct financial conflicts of interest, but not other factors such as authors being members of advisory boards, co-holders of patents or consultants to GM companies.

Out of 579 published studies analyzed, some 40 percent showed a possible conflict of interest. The authors noted that the suspect studies had a much higher likelihood of presenting a favorable outcome for GMOs compared to others. The majority of these studies (404) were American; 83 were Chinese.

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Beverage Battle

After decades of strong growth, bottled water consumption has outpaced carbonated soft drinks to become the largest beverage category by volume in the United States. Michael Bellas, chairman and chief executive at Beverage Marketing Corp. says, “When Perrier first entered the country in the 1970s, few would have predicted the heights to which bottled water would eventually climb.�

In 2015, U.S. bottled water consumption totaled 39.3 gallons per capita, while carbonated soft drinks fell to 38.5 gallons. Bad publicity about the health effects of sugary beverages is at the root of the trend, with some states considering making them off-limits to food stamp purchasers and cities voting for soda taxes to combat diet-related diseases like obesity and diabetes.

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Astonishing Agriculture Food Grows Without Soil or Groundwater

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Proponents of GMO (genetically modified) food may argue that the technique is necessary because the world is running out of resources.

However, agricultural startup Sundrop Farms, with offices in the UK and Australia, has developed high-tech greenhouse facilities that apply solutions to grow crops with less reliance on finite natural resources than conventional greenhouse production.

In 2010, Sundrop Farms opened a pilot facility in Port Augusta, South Australia, that is combining seawater and sunlight to grow food in the middle of the desert, unaffected by climate change, biotech land grabs, drought, floods and pestilence. They are using coconut husks, 23,000 mirrors to reflect solar power and desalinated seawater on a hydroponic farm of just under 50 acres to grow 17,000 metric tons of non-GMO food every year.

Built at a reported cost of $200 million, the facility has a year-round growing season. In winter, its greenhouse operates with the help of 39 megawatts of clean energy from solar power. Coles Supermarkets has signed a 10year contract for the exclusive right to sell the company’s produce.

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Floating Trash-Eaters Clean Up Baltimore Harbor Mr. Trash Wheel and Professor Trash Wheel, the solar- and hydro-powered trash interceptors cleaning up Baltimore’s inner harbor, have the ability to suck up plastic bags, Styrofoam containers, cigarette butts and other debris. The waste is burned to generate electricity, and plans exist to increase recycling capabilities in the future.

The brainchild of engineer John Kellett, who gained the support of the Water Partnership of Baltimore, a nonprofit that supports environmental legislation, the inventions are designed to make the area a green, safe and friendly destination for people and marine life.

Natural Awakenings Publishers Attend Conference in Orlando

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atural Awakenings publishers from around the U.S., plus Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic, attended a company conference from May 5 to 7 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton, in Orlando. Highlights included presentations by Michael Aun, an author, columnist and businessman emphasizing customer service and leadership; Adam Brown, a business coach and publishing expert; and G. William James, a professional trainer in wireless business technology.

Other sessions unveiled the upcoming magazine redesign, new operations features, revenue-generating ideas and panel discussions led by individual publishers.

Franchisees also shared their best practices for effective automation, local editorial content, annual directories and growth strategies. Community Outreach Director Linda Sechrist announced her three-month Natural Awakenings Wellness Roadie Tour, starting in August, to connect with healthy living authors, sustainability activists and local businesses.

“Special appreciation recognized franchisees that have reached significant five-, 10- and 15-year marks of publishing. We also honored President Larry Levine, who passed last September,” says CEO Sharon Bruckman.

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Reboot this Summer with Local Detox Plans

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s June 21 marked the Summer Solstice, the warmest months are officially upon us. Longer days with sunshine invite opportunities to meet wellness goals from outdoor play and exercise in hiking, swimming and outside sports.

In addition to physical activity, partaking in a cleanse or detoxification protocol will help aid the body in rebooting the system in a nutritional standpoint.

For those with schedules that don’t allow time for cooking or prepping for a cleanse at home, Ezra’s Enlightened Café, the first gluten- and dairy-free café in Indianapolis, offers an Enlightened Meal Plan available for pickup for one to five days.

“Anytime is a good time to cleanse, but the start of summer can be particularly great because it’s a new season,” says owner Audrey Barron. “Our meal detox plan has a lot of plant-based and raw foods like juices and salads, and those foods fit in well with the warmer months since you don’t need to worry about eating warm broths to keep your internal 12

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Ayurveda, an ancient Eastern medicine, advocates for eating raw, cooling foods, like cucumbers, mint, watermelon and coconut oil to help the body stay cool during the summer heat.

“Because it is summer, we are able to offer mostly local produce grown on our farm or from other great urban farmers. We pick our produce a couple of days before serving, so the nutrient content is higher.”

In addition, the meal plan consists of very low sugar levels.

“Sugar is the number one thing I would recommend for people to take out of their diet because it is so inflammatory; it affects every organ and every system,” adds Barron.

Excess sugar, especially from refined sugar and carbohydrates, can be a major contributor to candida, an overgrowth of yeast that occurs in the gut, mouth and genital tract, which contributes to intestinal pain, brain fog, and hormonal imbalances.

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offers functional testing with her Gut Reboot Protocol to test if there are issues present such as candida overgrowth.

“The protocol assesses your digestive function and gut microbiome to see if there are candida or parasites, food sensitivities, leaky gut or an overgrowth of bacteria,” says Montieth. “It gives us a good picture of what’s going on specifically with people’s gut because every digestive tract is different.”

The Gut Reboot protocol is a 21-day program consisting of a series of food-elimination protocols, gut testing, recipes, guides such as a clean-friendly restaurants and weekly emails sent to the patient.

“We have two options for our protocol: we work with people oneon-one with customized testing and meetups for accountability or we have an online program for the busy individual.”

Gut disorders have been linked as the root cause of a wide variety of conditions and symptoms, including autoimmune disorders, cancer, hormone imbalances, attention issues, depression, anxiety, allergies and asthma.

Morter HealthCenter is also offering their Enzyme Nutrition and Digestive Health class on July 27 to share information on the role of enzymes in food and digestion.

Eating clean, nutrient-rich and local foods as well as getting clarity about specific gut health needs are ways to enhance summer wellness goals. A detox plan with education from local wellness organizations can offer accountability and support.

For more information on the Enlightened Meal Plan from Ezra’s Enlightened Cafe, visit EzrasEnlightenedCafe.com.

For more information on the Gut Reboot Protocol from New Beginnings Family Wellness Center, visit WeCreate Wellness.com or TheGutReboot.com.

For more information on the Enzyme Nutrition and Digestive Health class at Morter Health Center, see page 5, call 317-872-9300 or visit MorterHealth Center.com. See ad on page 6.

Camp in Style

Fun Ways to Get Outside This Summer Be a Kid Again With Your Own Family

by Sandra Murphy

Hike It

“Hiking teaches kids respect for the outdoors and animals,” says Branch Whitney, a Mount Charleston, Nevada, author of three books on hiking. “Near Las Vegas, in the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, sandstone rock affords a rare sight—year-round running water and lush ferns.”

Ralph Stover State Park, in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, offers easy walking trails and climbing rocks. When water levels are high, Tohickon Creek challenges paddlers and whitewater rafters.

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ummer is calling and so is the great outdoors. Here are some super vacation sites, inviting activities and ideas to spark summer fun with your family.

If traditional camping isn’t on the table, try Tentrr.

Campsites on the privately owned properties sleep four to 16 people in a family, pet-friendly atmosphere. A tent, fire pit, picnic table, water container, camp toilet, queen-size cot, grill, food storage and sun shower are provided. “Compared to other accommodations, each night at a Tentrr campsite saves 245 gallons of water and reduces CO2 output by 54 pounds per campsite,” estimates Michael D’Agostino, Tentrr’s founder and CEO.

The secluded Lumberland, New York, campsite, along the Delaware River, sets its roomy tent on a wooden deck.

Attractions include Adirondack chairs for unwinding and a nearby farmers’ market and restaurant. Enjoy hiking, kayaking, canoeing, rafting, swimming and fishing. Tentrr provides required life jackets and a shuttle to meet paddlers at their destination for the return trip to camp.

From its original 35 sites, the organization recently expanded to 250 campsites, predominantly from Pennsylvania to Maine. This fall, they’ll also open sites in the Pacific Northwest from Northern California to Washington state. photo by Minhee Cho

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Zip Lines and More

Holding the Guinness World Record for the longest and largest continuous eco zip line canopy tour in the world, historic Banning Mills, in Whitesburg, Georgia, will thrill tweens and teens. Enjoy a slower pace on the 12-mile Hike and Bike Trail, with nine suspension bridges, including the longest of its kind in North America. Stay in eco-friendly lodges, cabins and tree houses.

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Family Week

From July 30 to August 4, the Omega Institute, in Rhinebeck, New York, will host Family Week. Grownups attend workshops while kids participate in specialty camps; everyone convenes for meals, free time and evening entertainment.

The campus relies on sustainable energy and local agriculture. Free tours are available at the environmental education center.

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Take Toxins Out of Your Life

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he term “detox” has been gaining traction in health circles, but cleansing practices have existed for millennia, ranging from Egyptian hydrotherapy to Medieval Lenten practices and Native American fasting, smudging and sweat lodges. The truth is that we need cleansing now more than ever—to rid our bodies of chemical overload and our minds of negative thinking.

The Environmental Defense Fund has counted more than 100 chemicals produced in the U.S. that are present in everyday products and hazardous to humans and the environment. “Our body is a natural detoxifier, ridding itself of toxins through pooping, peeing, sweating and shedding skin. But in our current toxic overload situation, it’s not always an efficient process,” observes Deanna Minich, Ph.D., an author and functional nutritionist in Washington state.

Some experts believe many commercial detoxification programs are unsafe, extreme and ineffective. “Psychologically, a short-term cleanse can act as a stepping stone if you’re eating

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fast food and donuts every day,” says Dr. Michael Greger, a Washington, D.C., physician specializing in clinical nutrition and author of How Not to Die. “What matters more is longterm—what you’re eating a decade from now. No quick fix is going to do it, it’s a lifestyle change.”

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When the microbiome becomes depleted, overall health is affected. Dr. Robynne Chutkan, a gastroenterologist at Georgetown University Hospital, founder of the Digestive Center for Wellness, in Washington, D.C., and

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“Health and wealth have become associated with cleanliness, yet the opposite is probably true,” assesses Chutkan.

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author of Gutbliss and The Microbiome Solution, explains, “The GI tract is the body’s engine, and microbes are the worker bees that operate the machinery so that digestion and toxin removal can happen.”

She recommends switching to a plant-filled diet to effectively repopulate the microbiome and be aware of how food is grown. “Much storebought produce, even organic options, is grown in depleted soil. Seek out biodynamic farmers that prioritize nutrient-rich soil to foster microbes,” Chutkan says. Even planting a couple of herbs or microgreens on the kitchen windowsill can make a difference.

“Just picking those herbs and getting your hands in healthy dirt increases your exposure to health-promoting microbes.”

ome-disrupting sanitizer and provide fresh vegetables for them to eat outside.

We don’t want kids exposed to any serious pathogens, but getting a little dirty is essential.”

Studies have found that children with pets are more likely to have fewer allergies and infections and take fewer antibiotics than those living in pet-free households (Clinical & Experimental Allergy and Kuopio University Hospital, Finland). Pets that venture outdoors bring healthy microbes inside; so does fresh air, which purifies poorer quality indoor air.

Chutkan also warns of excessive bathing. “When we scrub ourselves, we rub off microbes and naturally occurring oils; unless we’re filthy, we just need to gently rinse.” Marketers convince consumers that products with toxic ingredients are necessities, but coconut oil, apple cider vinegar and honey can effectively replace many toiletries.

Burn Fat Cells

According to ayurveda, burning fat fuels detoxification because toxins from preservatives, pollutants, pesticides and other damaging chemicals are stored in our fat cells. When fat is metabolized and used as an energy source, the toxins are released, ready to be flushed out.

“When we’re not burning fat, toxins can accumulate, cause congestion in the lymphatic channels, overwhelm the liver and ultimately be deposited back into fat cells or stored in the arteries, heart and brain,” comments Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner Dr. John Douillard, of Boulder, Colorado. He’s the author of Eat Wheat and a former director of player development and nutrition advisor for the New Jersey Nets professional basketball team.

Reboot with a Quick Cleanse To stimulate the body’s natural ability to burn fat, Douillard recommends a four-day, at-home detox cleanse.

“The digestive system is responsible for delivering nutrients and escorting dangerous toxins out of your body; if you can’t digest well, you can’t detoxify well,” he says.

Unlike drastic fasts and juice cleanses, which can deplete nutrients, he recommends stimulating fat metabolism with a cleanse that

starts each morning with melted ghee followed by a simple nonfat diet throughout the day. According to research published in Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine, ghee, a clarified butter, has been proven to remove environmental toxins by attaching to toxic fats. Kitchari, the staple of the meal plan, is a nourishing and easy-to-digest, porridge-like blend of beans, rice and Indian spices.

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5 Ways to Detox Every Day

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s soon as we start eating healthier diets, our body is able to detoxify more efficiently and diseases begin to be reversed,” says Dr. Michael Greger, a physician and creator of NutritionFacts.org. Follow these tips to enhance the detoxification process at mealtimes.

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Eat broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables raw or chop them at least 40 minutes before cooking to maximize intake of the phytonutrient sulforaphane, which boosts detoxifying enzymes in the liver. For the timecrunched, Greger suggests adding a small amount of any type of raw cruciferous vegetables to the cooked ones.

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Always choose colorful produce, with the exception of white mushrooms and cauliflower. “White foods are stripped of nutrition,” says Greger.

Pigment indicates the richness of antioxidants that keep the body functioning efficiently. He likes adding shreds of economical and long-lasting red cabbage as an everyday garnish.

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Follow the seasons, because nature provides the ideal harvest for each season—heavier, denser foods in winter, like wheat, dairy, roots, nuts and seeds; and cooling, high-energy fruits and vegetables in summer. Dr. John Douillard, creator of the 3-Season Diet Challenge, remarks that research suggests that gut microbes are meant to change with local seasonal foods to optimize digestion, mood and immunity.

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Avoid plastics by limiting intake of foods stored or cooked in plastic, especially cling wrap, which is made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), a known carcinogen, according to the World Health Organization International Agency for Research on Cancer. Also avoid canned goods unless labeled bisphenol A (BPA)-free. “A lot of toxins enter our bodies through processed, overcooked and fried foods,” observes Deanna Minich, Ph.D. “As we replace these foods with nourishing options, we need to also minimize plastic packaging.”

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Filter water because, “We are primarily made of water, so if we’re drinking and bathing in contaminated water, it impacts health,” says Minich who recommends using a national testing laboratory to assess home tap water.

The results can then be coupled with the Environmental Working Group’s buying guide (Tinyurl.com/EWG-Buying-Guide) to determine the most appropriate water filter to deal with the contaminants that may be present.

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other systems,” says Douillard. For those not ready to maintain such a limited diet, he recommends a polydiet with the option to add seasonal steamed vegetables, oatmeal and other gluten-free grains.

Few Snacks, More Water

Work toward eating three meals a day—a light breakfast, big lunch and light and early dinner—without snacking in-between, and fasting for 13 hours each night. Douillard notes, “This regimen should be maintained beyond the cleanse because it gives the body a chance to use up its carbohydrates—its normal, go-to fuel—and switch to its calmer, more stable, detoxifying fuel—body fat.”

Adapt the cleanse to avoid strain, because when under stress, the lymphatic system shuts down and the body stores fat and toxins. “If three meals a day with no snacks is not

possible yet, have a nonfat high-protein snack and plan to eat more protein at your next meal,” suggests Douillard. “Or start with four meals, and work your way down to three.”

Aim to drink half your healthiest body weight in ounces of room-temperature water every day, while also sipping warm-to-hot water—believed to soften the intestinal tract, move the lymph and hydrate the cells more effectively than cold water—every 10 to 15 minutes for two weeks. Plain water has a hydrating effect that not even lemon water can replicate.

Emotional Release

“Toxins are best understood less as poisons than as barriers—obstacles to the life and health we truly want,” says Minich. As a functional medicine nutritionist, she believes that food as medicine is only one aspect of full-spectrum health. Her approach revolves around clusters of nutritional, anatomical, psychological and spiritual life issues that can be jointly detoxified, supported and healed.

“Good eating alone will not necessarily solve our emotional woes or stop our limiting beliefs and toxic self-talk,” she explains in Whole Detox, a book based on a whole-life, whole-systems, whole-foods approach to detoxification. “We need to remove all the barriers that impede our growth. Limiting thoughts, as well as heavy metals and pesticides, are

toxic barriers that weigh us down, sapping energy that might be used for better things.”

Her 21-day program is designed to establish long-term lifestyle changes with simple habits. She recommends monitoring our emotions and tracking thoughts with daily writing exercises. “Look at yourself like you’re examining a food label to get to the root of limiting patterns,” she says, encouraging questions such as, “Is this thought healthy for me?” or, “Do I want this thought in my being?” Be mindful of speech as well; swearing, exaggerating and interrupting can have deleterious effects, while uplifting affirmations can inspire positive actions.

She attests that visualization can help prevent the creative self from shutting down, another aspect of toxicity. “Be intuitive and imaginative; allow creative expression to flow.

Before you can manifest what you want in life, you have to envision it.”

Minich wants patients to invite introspection by taking a few minutes each day to be in solitude and silence, allowing meaning and purpose to surface.

Daily stress relief practices such as meditation, yoga, self-massage and mindful breathing can foster stress reduction. “Life shouldn’t feel like an emergency. We need to navigate around stress so we’re not inundated by it,” counsels Douillard.

By extracting toxins through sweat and circulating nutrients, physical activity is equally important for detoxification, but it’s also a form of self-love. “It expands your sense of possibilities, freeing you to go where you will and to carry burdens lightly,” Minich says.

In this age of personalized medicine, Minich encourages patients to focus on the parts of a detox program that they need most, whether it’s diet, exercise, massage, emotional well-being or spirituality. She reminds us that the desire and need to cleanse is universal.“Detox is as old as humankind.”

Meredith Montgomery publishes Natural Awakenings of Gulf Coast Alabama/Mississippi (HealthyLiving HealthyPlanet.com).

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ur planet currently supports a population of more than 7.5 billion people, resulting in a demand for clean drinking water and quality air that is at an all-time high.

Unless society collectively changes its lifestyle habits that affect the environment, Mother Earth will not have a chance to recover from the abuse inflicted by humans for decades.

Every decision—our daily transportation choices, what products we purchase, how much water we consume and how much we waste— has an effect on the entire population, both current and future. Although this responsibility may seem to be a heavy burden, there are alternatives to many of our daily decisions that can make a big difference to the planet.

Here are some simple steps that will help create a more environmentally friendly home.  Switch from harmful toxic chemical cleaners to nontoxic biodegradable products. This lessens the exposure to toxins in the home and reduces the amount of chemical agents that end up in landfills and pollute fresh drinking water supplies.  Fix leaky faucets and pipes. Every gallon leaked not only increases the

water bill, but also contributes to the waste of clean drinking water supplies, which is limited. Install rain barrels to capture runoff that can be used for watering plants in order to preserve clean drinking water for human consumption.  Understand that everything, including waste, has its place. Instead of throwing away food scraps, begin a compost bin in order to transform scraps into valuable soil for gardening and planting.

 Recycle rather than trash as many items as allowed by your local municipality, including all metal, plastic, glass, paper and cardboard, electronics and other items that are now commonly reused to make renewable products and packaging.  List your unwanted, slightly used household items on a website

like Craig’s List or donate them to a nonprofit second-hand store. This enables individuals that cannot afford brand-new items to more easily fulfill their needs while repurposing items rather than adding to a landfill.  Consolidate errands and plan accordingly to streamline your trips for efficiency, which conserves fuel and saves time and money. If your commute is less than a mile or two away, consider walking, riding a bike or even car pooling with a friend.

Those living in rural communities that require a vehicle for transportation may want to purchase a vehicle higher in fuel efficiency, or purchase a green technology retrofit in order to make their existing vehicle more fuel efficient while also decreasing its toxic emissions.  Commit to teaching the younger generations about the importance of environmental stewardship and their responsibility to live a lifestyle that lessens their negative impact on Mother Earth. All the practices and methods of preserving the environment and conserving our most important natural resources can be passed down to our children and our children’s children. This is needed in order to continue the legacy of helping Mother Earth recover from years of abuse, while also preserving resources for future generations to come.

If we all take small steps in changing our daily habits with regards to how we treat water, waste and energy, we will have made a big difference collectively in giving Mother Earth a fighting chance.

Samuel K. Burlum is an investigative journalist, a consultant for small- and medium-size businesses and the owner of Extreme Energy Solutions, Inc. which creates ecofriendly consumer products and emissions-reduction technology. He is the author of The Race to Protect Our Most Important Natural Resource and Life in the Green Lane—in Pursuit of the American Dream, and many articles on environmental concerns, business and public policy. For more information, visit SamBurlum.com or Extreme Kleaner.com. See ad on back cover.

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Shifting Our Perceptions To change our relationship with money, Tessler says we need to understand our “money stories” that include the ways in which our personal experiences, together with subconsciously inherited familial and cultural attitudes, shape how we think about money.

“The first step to changing our money habits is being willing to deal with the tough issues,” says Mayuri Onerheim, author of Money Spirituality Consciousness, a retired accountant and spiritual teacher of the Diamond Approach of

self-realization, in Larkspur, California.

“There is no change without some discomfort. It’s part of the spiritual journey.”

Self-care, forgiveness and acceptance are important throughout this process, advises Tessler, because many people bring feelings of guilt and shame to their relationship with money. She recommends doing a “body check-in” to become aware of our physical reaction to related issues, whether it’s going on a reckless spending spree or bracing to ask for a raise. This stage paves the way for the practical work of learning to manage our money in alignment with our values, goals and dreams. It begins with developing practices to track, review and reflect upon spending and earning patterns.

A Rewarding Journey Becoming financially conscious ultimately helps us fulfill our responsibility to be a good steward of the planet’s resources, according to Onerheim. “Money is a representation of myself in the world, so I want to take responsibility for where my money goes.”

“Financial integrity is achieved by learning the true impact of your earning and spending, both on your

immediate family and on the planet,” agrees Robin. “It is knowing what is enough money and material goods to keep you at the peak of fulfillment— and what is just excess and clutter.”

All call for celebrating progress on the journey to financial well-being and know-how. “Take baby steps and reward yourself along the way,” counsels Tessler. “This is a lifelong journey.”

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Tactical Tools Tessler recommends utilizing one of many free financial tracking tools like Mint.com, ynab.com or MoneyMind erOnline.com. She also suggests we rename their preloaded budget categories to reflect our personal relationships to the areas of spending (e.g., “sanctuary” rather than mortgage; “my dream vacation” for savings targeted for time off; or “life happens” for late fees).

For an enlightened view of cash flows, Onerheim suggests translating what was spent on something into the hours it took to earn the money. “This perspective can transform how we allocate resources and what we’re willing to spend money on,” she says.

Vicki Robin, co-author of the bestseller Your Money or Your Life, espouses a similar approach: thinking of money in terms of hours of life energy. “Continually asking yourself whether you actually got fulfillment in proportion to life energy spent in each subcategory awakens the natural sense of knowing when enough is enough,” she writes.

Tessler and Onerheim both encourage rethinking the idea that all earning is good and all spending is bad: “It’s about balancing needs and wants, and we need joy in life. It’s not about saving every penny and not enjoying yourself,” says Onerheim.

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MONEY IS SPIRITUAL Area Financial Educators Use The Laws of Success

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Financial Freedom Coach Sakshi Zion, who offers online marketing strategies, also agrees with this approach.

“Money is very much a part of the spiritual path,” he says. “Money is only a tool of expression and it is a human’s choice to perceive is as dirty or wrong or see it as a means to expand and create goodness in the world.”

In fact, those on the spiritual path that feel like they have a negative mindset towards money and wealth may find an entryway into making money fun through using the Laws of Success, based on the work of Napoleon Hill’s book, Think and Grow Rich.

Local business and money educators utilize the laws within their education methods to help spiritual seekers become savvy in business ventures.

The Law of Attraction

“The Law of Attraction basically means your vibe attracts your tribe,” says Zion. “It consists of internally thinking and feeling in ways that attract the experiences and opportuniAwakenIndy.com

ties in your physical reality based on internal methods first.”

Colette Liose, also known as the TAPNGRL, uses this law within her Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) coaching. The tapping method helps work through emotional blocks and patterns of fear, guilt and shame to then choose more positive feelings that will ultimately attract positive outcomes.

“The whole point of tapping is to bring up the memory,” says Liose.

“When we bring up that memory, then we can work through the patterns. A pattern can come from beliefs stored deep within our consciousness, learned experiences, cultural expectations, family, school, TV commercials, church and more.”

Some money-blocking belief examples are “people with money are entitled” or “we have to work ourselves to the bone for money” and “wanting to make money is greedy.”

Liose suggests the quickest way to release old mental patterns and emotions is to use the Law of Attraction by fully feeling and embodying the feelings of abundance, joy and ease when handling money endeavors.

“It is not your job to figure out how to get the money; it is your job to currently feel the feelings that you would feel when you have the money.”

For example, when checking a bank account or paying bill, practice consciously feeling at ease around the financial experience. This can release tension and create new emotional patterns towards receiving money.

The Law of Mastermind

The Law of Mastermind is “the coordination of knowledge and effort of two or more people, who work toward a definite purpose, in the spirit of harmony,” as stated by Hill.

This law includes using collaborative efforts as a way to bounce off ideas with teammates, friends, or networking associates.

“Your proximity is powerful,” says Zion. “You are the sum of the five people you spend the most time with. Surround yourself with people who have the results you want. Go

to networking events with others in the industry who are successful. Have a mentor. Join a mastermind group.”

One tip Zion suggests for businesses and entrepreneurs is utilizing social media as a platform for creating interactive group conversations based on community support and sharing resources. He grew his online audience to nearly 10,000 this way.

He suggests to start or join a specific Facebook support group related to your industry. Participating in the online group can help build relationships with potential clients, as well as meet future experts to collaborate with or to bounce ideas around with like-minded individuals.

The Law of the Golden Rule

The concept of the Law of the Golden Rule is “do unto others as you would have them do unto you.”

Arbuckle believes knowing how to financially care for yourself puts you in a role to help others.

“If I am spiritually liberated, but dead broke, how can I help empower my brothers and sisters to live abundantly?”

Arbuckle helps his clients at Preservation Associates gain clarity about their finances and empowers them with tools to create plans for achieving financial freedom, such as setting obtainable goals, as well as educating on methods for working with a tangible budget, creating a 401k and getting out of debt.

“The more we become financially liberated, we are in the position to turn around and help others with the tools from our own experience.” This in return, helps the teacher gain even more clarity about their own wealth process.

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The Law of Enthusiasm uses the energy of excitement to cultivate success and momentum.

“Celebrate your successes—big or small,” says Zion.

“The entrepreneur path can sometimes feel like a rollercoaster ride with ups and downs. Money comes and goes.

Every experience we label as a failure is just an opportunity for immense growth. So, wake up and smile. Get excited about the journey. Our joy is what carries us.”

Liose agrees. “The more you celebrate, the more there is to celebrate. The more you believe in other people, this creates joy, and joy is contagious.”

This mindset can help maintain an abundant attitude of seeing the cup half full which can be a driving force for staying motivated.

“And just have fun with it,” adds Liose. “Making money doesn’t have to be a stressful process. We can feel ease and relaxation if we choose to around this subject.”

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Her grandfather, J. I. Rodale, pioneered the American organic movement in 1942 by launching Organic Farming and Gardening magazine. In 1947, he founded the Soil and Health Association, which later became the Rodale Institute, a nonprofit educa-

tional and advocacy organization, of which Maria is a board member. The influence of her 2011 book Organic Manifesto: How Organic Farming Can Heal Our Planet, Feed the World, and Keep Us Safe remains strong.

What is the status of the organic farming industry?

As a whole, it has seen great growth, in large part due to increasing demand resulting from consumer awareness. In 2015, organic was a $43 billion industry in the U.S., with Millennial householders leading the way. Still, only 5 percent of all food consumed in the U.S. is organic [produce 13 percent], while less than 1 percent of our farmland is certified organic, which spurs imports. So

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The Rodale Institute invests as much time on education and outreach as on research to help organic farmers be profitable.

How else does the Institute help the industry?

We conduct cutting-edge research in organic agriculture to study and test natural strategies to combat pests, diseases and weeds. Growing organic isn’t solely about what you don’t do, such as using pesticides and genetically modified seeds. It also proactively focuses on benefiting soil health by using compost, cover crops, crop rotations and reduced tillage. As we refine these “regenerative agriculture” methods, we share them with farmers so they can increase their productivity and success.

We are expanding our research in nutrient density. The Institute works to understand the difference in nutrient levels, such as proteins, vitamins and minerals, in organic and conventional foods and how farmers can grow nutrient-packed food.

What new programs or initiatives are particularly exciting?

Launched in 1981, our Farming Systems Trial is the longest-running North American research project comparing organic versus conventional grains such as corn and soybeans; it has allowed us to compare yields, water and energy use, soil organic matter, nutrient density, profitability and other factors.

In 2016, we introduced our Vegetable Systems Trial, a side-by-side comparison for organic versus conventional produce. We expect organic management practices that improve soil health can enhance nutrient density in vegetables and so benefit farmers’ lives and eating habits worldwide.

In 2016, we launched the Organic Farmers Association (Organic FarmersAssociation.org), creating a valuable information exchange and unified voice for domestic certified organic producers. This national membership organization focuses on

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President Trump’s proposed “skinny” budget seeks to gut many federal programs, including those designed to protect the environment, so we need to urge elected representatives to stand up for organic farmers as the new bill develops. Historically, heavily funded commodity crop interests fight against assistance programs that encourage low-income people to buy healthy foods.

Organic agriculture made strides in the 2014 Farm Bill, which provided increased support for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Organic Program, crop insurance, organic research and organic certification cost-sharing programs. To help meet surging demand for organics, it’s important to support initiatives like the Conservation Reserve and Transition Initiatives programs that provide resources for farmers to move from synthetic chemical farming to organic methods.

Besides healthier food, what other benefits of organic farming have convinced late adopters to convert?

Healthy soil, full of billions of beneficial microorganisms, is a major byproduct of regenerative organic farming. Organic farming creates diverse, healthy ecosystems that protect wildlife. However, any agricultural model that’s fixated on yields at the expense of soil health will incur a steep price as those farms won’t remain productive for future generations.

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Waterman’s Farm Market – 8am-8pm. Thru early Nov. Featuring vegetables, fruit and u-pick option.

7010 E Raymond St, Indianapolis. 317-356-6995. Also 10am-7pm, June - Oct at 1100 N Ind 37, Greenwood.

317-888-4189. WatermansFarmMarket.com.

SUNDAY

JCC Farmers’ Market – 10am-1pm. Thru October.

Fresh local produce, baked goods, and dairy products, Kosher respectable (no meat products). JCC Indianapolis, 6701 Hoover Rd, Indianapolis. 317-251-9467.

JCCIndy.org.

Irvington Farmers’ Market – 12-3pm. Open 2nd Sun each month thru Oct. Additional dates this year July 13th, August 10th, September 14th, and October 12th. 70+ vendors. Ellenberger Park, 5301 E Saint Claire St, Indianapolis. 317-540-2425.

Irvingtongardenclub.com.

TUESDAY

Eskenazi Health Farmers’ Market – 11am-1:30pm.

Local produce, several vendors, meditation classes and fitness demonstration. The Common Ground, Eskenazi Healht, 720 Eskenazi Ave, Indianapolis.

317-880-4785. EskenaziHealth.edu.

Avon Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm. Thru Sept. Fresh, local produce, baked goods, and handcrafted items all summer long. Hendricks Regional Health south parking lot, 8244 E US 36, Avon. 317-272-0948.

AvonGov.org

WEDNESDAY

Original Farmers’ Market at the City Market – 9:30am-1:30pm. Thru October. Gourmet foods are also featured at this market. 222 E Market St, Indianapolis.

317-634-9266. IndyCM.com/Farmers-Market.

Morgan County Farmers’ Market Mooresville – 3-6pm. Thru Oct 6. All items sold at this market are produced in Indiana. Indiana & Main St, Mooresville.

317-501-3000. Info@McFarmers.org.

Plainfield Chamber of Commerce Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm. Thru Sept. Special event days are featured.

Plainfield Friends Meeting Lawn, 105 East St, Plainfield. 317-839-3800. Plainfield-In.com.

Crooked Creek Farmers’ Market – 5-8pm. Thru Oct 12th. Healthy foods, locally grown Fay Biccard Glick Neighborhood Center, 2990 W 71st, Indianapolis. 317293-2660 ext 120. faybiccardglickcenter.org.

THURSDAY

Statehouse Farmers’ Market – 10:30am-1:30pm.

Thru Oct. 8. Farmers’ Market with Food Trucks.

Robert Orr Plaza and Senate Ave, Indianapolis.

StateHouseMarket.com.

38th & Meridian Farmers’ Market – 4-6:30pm. Thru Oct. 3808 N Meridian St, Indianapolis. 317-924-2612.

Abundant Life Church Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm.

Thru Sept. 7606 E 82nd St, Indianapolis. 317-8454900. ALCIndy.com/ALCFarmersMarket.html.

Brownsburg Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm. Thru Sept.3, SNAP benefits accepted at the market and many vendors participate in the WIC nutrition program. On the lawn of Brownsburg Town Hall, 61 N Green St, Brownsburg. 317-852-1120.

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Farm to Fork at Normandy Farms – 4-7pm. Thru Oct. Large selection of certified organic or certified naturally grown produce and meats with no artificial chemicals.

7802 Marsh Rd, Indianapolis. 317-439-0714.

SATURDAY

Franklin Farmers’ Market – 8-11am. Thru Oct 3.

Food items, herbs, craft items and more. Parking lot at Jefferson and Jackson Sts, Franklin. 317-346-1258.

Zionsville Farmers’ Market – 8-11am. Thru Sept.

Large selection of sweet treats complement market offerings of local produce, artisan food products, meat and eggs. Main St & Hawthorne, Zionsville. 317-4784107. ZionsvilleFarmersMarket.org.

Carmel Farmers’ Market – 8-11:30am. Thru Sept 30th.

Along with a variety of produce, unique food item, the market offers prepared-food items. 5 Center Green, Carmel. CarmelFarmersMarket.com.

Market at Hague – 8am-Noon. Thru Oct. Over 100 vendors with deep roots in Indiana, including farms, nurseries, specialty food products and artisan crafts.

Lawerence North High School, 7800 N Hague Rd, Indianapolis. BinfordFarmersMarket.com.

Broad Ripple Farmers’ Market – 8am-Noon. Thru Sept; 9am-Noon Oct-Nov. Food-focused market with locally grown and produced food and plant products, along with ready to eat food. Broad Ripple High School, 1115 Broad Ripple Ave, Indianapolis.

BroadRippleFarmersMarket.org.

Cumberland Farmers’ Market – 8am-Noon. Thru Oct. Expanded market will include yard art and more.

Cumberland Town Hall, 11501 E Washington St, Cumberland. 317-894-6203.

Danville Chamber Farmers’ Market – 8am-Noon.

Variety of food vendors, breads and ready to eat breakfast. Courthouse Square, 6 S Jefferson St, Danville.

317-745-0670.

Fishers Farmers’ Market – 8am-Noon. Thru Sept.

Special event days each month, Held in the amphitheater green space, 11601 Municipal Dr, Fishers.

317-578-0700. FishersChamber.com/Chamber/ Farmers_Market.aspx.

Greenwood Farmers’ Market – 8am-Noon. Thru Oct 10. Indiana produce, crafts and baked goods and meats.

United Methodist Church, 525 N Madison, Greenwood.

Farmers Market at the Fairgrounds – 8am-Noon. Thru Oct. Hancock County 4-H Fairgrounds, 620 N Apple St, Greenfield. 317-697-0508.

Shelby County Farmers’ Market – 8am-Noon. Local produce, baked goods and honey. Public Square, Shelbyville. 317-398-9552.

Noblesville Farmers’ Market – 8am-Noon. Thru Oct 11. Riverview Overflow Parking Lot 395 Westfield Rd. 317-776-0205. NoblesvilleMainStreet.org.

Saxony Market – 8am-Noon. Thru Sept. The market offers the best fresh produce from local vendors and farmers in the area. 131st and Olio, Fishers, 317-770-1818.

Greenfield Farmers’ Market – 9am-Noon. Thru Oct. Variety of food items, treats for pets. Parking lot at Ind 9 and North St, Greenfield.

Morgan County Farmers’ Market Martinsville– 9am1pm. Thru Sept. Courthouse Square, 180 S Main St, Martinsville. 317-501-3000. Info@McFarmers.org.

Westfield Farmers’ Market – 10am-2pm. Thru Sept.

Variety of produce, baked goods, dairy, arts and crafts.

In front of City Hall, 130 Penn St, Westfield.

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SATURDAY, JULY 1

Annual Taste of Indy on the Canal – 11am-9pm.

A variety of local restaurants, live music, events and activities for the entire family. $5 per person. 1 Monument Circle, Indianapolis. TasteOfIndy.org.

Cereal Cinema – 10am. A unique family-friendly experience created by The Indy Film Fest, The Athenaeum and The IMA. Enjoy a classic movie and a cereal buffet. Location alternates between the Athenaeum and IMA. $5. IndyFilmFest.org.

Hoosier EVA Meeting – 10am-12pm. Learn to support the continuing growth of using electric vehicles locally. Regular monthly meetings focus on growing local EVA enthusiasts and educate the public on the benefits of electric vehicles.

Free. Irvington Library, 5625 E Washington St, Indianapolis. 317-275-4470. HoosierEVA.org.

SUNDAY, JULY 2

Crown Of Eternity Sound Immersion – 4-6pm.

Join Gallina and Mike Tamburo for relaxation and meditation to support self-healing and transformation during their gong immersion with 60-plus instruments. $30 at door; space available.

Indianapolis Anthenaeum, 401 E Michigan St, Indianapolis. CrownOfEternity.com/events.

MONDAY, JULY 3

CarmelFest – July 3-4. 2-10:30pm, Mon; 10:30am-10:30pm, Tue. Outdoor festival with live music, entertainment, food, games and more Fireworks display Sunday 9:45pm. Free admission and parking. Carmel Civic Square, Southwest of S. Range Line Road and City Center Dr, Carmel.

317-574-1363. CarmelFest.net.

TUESDAY, JULY 4

First Friday Food Truck Festival – 5-9pm. Thru Oct. Indulge in the savory selections of Indy’s best food trucks and while enjoying family friendly live music and entertainment. $5; 5 and under free. Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St, Indianapolis. OldNationalCentre.com.

Geist Blast on the Bridge – 6-10:30pm. Bridge closes to traffic and opens for a party. Food trucks, kids zone and boat parade. Fireworks at dark.

Free. Geist Reservoir Bridge, 11691 Fall Creek Road, Geist. FireworksInIndiana.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 8

Donatos Downtown Freedom Blast – 9:45pm.

Celebrate the largest fireworks display in the state launched from the Regions Bank tower in Indianapolis. The display can be seen from most areas in Indianapolis. Bring the entire family downtown for food, music and fun throughout the day. Indiana War Memorial, 431 N Meridian St, Indianapolis.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 5

Indy Holistic Hub Business Build Up Breakfast Fountain Square – 8-9:30am. Holistic wellness providers enjoy breakfast while networking and supporting one another. RSVP requested. Free. General American Donut Company, 827 S East St, Indianapolis. 317-775-1418.

IndyHolisticHub.com.

Divine Goddess Within Circle – 6:30-8:30pm.

Come and play with the angels while you experience techniques to not only raise your own vibration but that of the planet as well. Each class includes a chakra clearing, angel card reading and more. $5. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson Ave, Indianapolis. 317-253-0449.

ThePlayfulSoul.com.

4th of July Animal Reiki Retreat  July 15-17  Bloomington Enriching wellness retreat providing an experiential foundation to cultivating more peace, connection, presence, compassion, joy, mindfulness, healing and well-being through meditation with all beings.

Animal lovers and reiki practitioners welcome.

Private location and Bloomington Animal Shelter with BLISS Animal Reiki AboutBlissReiki@gmail.com fb.com/blissreiki/events

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First Friday Gallery Tour – 6-9pm. Tour more than 25 downtown galleries and art venues. Patrons are encouraged to walk or drive throughout the downtown cultural districts, and visit the city’s diverse visual art offerings. Free. Various Downtown Galleries. 317-634-3114. IDADA.org.

Community Tuesday – All day. The first Tuesday of every month several attractions at the White River State Park offer special deals on admission.

Including the Eiteljorg Museum, IMAX Theatre, Indiana State Museum and many others. Cost varies. INWhiteRiver.com.

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Indy Criterium Bicycle Festival & N.I.T.E. Ride – Registration begins at 8am. Events throughout the day and into the night. Cheer on hundreds of cyclists as they race throughout downtown, enjoy activities throughout the day including family rides, food, music and more.

Monument Circle, Indianapolis. IndyCrit.org.

Indie Arts and Vintage Marketplace – 10am5pm. A monthly celebration of all things unique, indie, and stylish. The goal is to enhance the experience of living as a more responsible consumer by promoting the positive aspects and fun of vintage, antique, locally sourced, re- and up-cycled goods. $5. Location Varies. IndyArtsVintage.com.

TUESDAY, JULY 11

The Work of Byron Katie Meet Up – 6-7:30pm.

Join the Certified Facilitator in the Gathering Room on the 4th Tuesday of the month for a conversation about the work of Byron Katie. The work is a way to identify and investigate thoughts that cause all the suffering in the world. $10. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson St, Indianapolis.

317-253-0499. ThePlayfulSoul.com.

FRIDAY, JULY 14

Indy Holistic Hub Business Build Up Breakfast North Side – 8:30-10am. Holistic wellness providers enjoy breakfast while networking and supporting one another. RSVP requested. Free.

First Watch, 3309 E 86th St, Indianapolis. 317775-1418. IndyHolisticHub.com.

Candle Light Yoga – 6-7:15pm. Expect a slow flow warm up to get you moving, flowing, working up a bit of a sweat, and winding down with restorative postures and a savasana with essential oils and Thai massage. $20. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson, Indianapolis. 317-253–0499.

ThePlayfulSoul.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 15

Christmas in July Half Marathon & 5K – 7am.

Join other runners and celebrate the Christmas spirit with a fun and festive race course through downtown Indianapolis. There will be presents too – beverages, blinking medals and tech t-shirts for registrants. $80 Half Marathon; $50 5K. Tow Yard Brewing Company, 501 S Madison Ave, Indianapolis. ChristmasInJulyRun.com.

Brownsburg Festival of the Arts – 8am-3pm.

A host of festivities and over 150 arts and crafts exhibitors will mark the 37th annual celebration.

In addition to a focus on fine arts and handmade crafts, there will be a food court and entertainment throughout the day. A Children’s Tent will feature arts and craft activities for kids. $3/12 and older.

Arbuckle Acres Park, 200 N Green St, Brownsburg. 317-852-7885. BrownsburgFOTA.com.

MONDAY, JULY 17

Indy Holistic Hub Connection Series – 6-7:30pm. This month’s topic is Public Speaking: From Elevator Speeches to Speaking To The Masses. Join in this peer-led training and networking opportunity. $10/guest; free/member.

Hub contact: Jennifer@SeffrinSynergy.com.

317-775-1418. Held at The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson, Indianapolis. ThePlayfulSoul.com; IndyHolisticHub.com.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 19

Vibrant Summer Picnic – 6-8:30pm. Learn healthy vibrant dishes to wow friends at summer picnics. $35. Ezra’s Enlightened Cafe, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-255-3972.

EzrasEnlightenedCafe.com.

FRIDAY, JULY 21

Third Friday on the Plaza – Live music by Bakersfield Bound at the Fountain Square Plaza. Free concert for all ages.

DiscoverFountainSquare.com.

TUESDAY, JULY 25

The Work of Byron Katie Meet Up – 6-7:30pm.

Join the Certified Facilitator in the Gathering Room on the 4th Tuesday of the month for a conversation about the work of Byron Katie. The work is a way to identify and investigate thoughts that cause all the suffering in the world. $10. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson St, Indianapolis.

317-253-0499. ThePlayfulSoul.com.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 26

Indy Holistic Hub Business Build Up Lunch – 11:30am-1pm. Holistic wellness providers can find support and network while enjoying lunch.

RSVP requested. Free. Blind Owl Brewery, 5014 E 62nd St, Indianapolis. 317-775-1418.

IndyHolisticHub.com.

THURSDAY, JULY 27

Enzyme Nutrition and Digestive Health – 7-8:30pm. Join Dr. Vicki Knapke to learn how enzyme nutrition can help you live well. Learn about enzymes, their roles, why you need them, and where you can get them. Learn how you can help your body manage and make optimal use of the foods you consume, as well as how to make food choices that work for and not against your body. Morter HealthCenter, 10439 Commerce Drive Ste 140, Carmel. 317-872-9300.

MorterHealthCenter.com.

SATURDAY, JULY 29

Indiana Microbrewers Festival – 3-7pm. Enjoy hundreds of craft beers at Indiana’s largest beer festival. Dozens of local breweries, as well as the Brewers of Indiana Guild will be present. $60 early-bird (2 pm entry); $40/ general admission and $10/designated driver (3 pm entry). Historic Military Park, 601 W New York St, Indianapolis.

IndianaBeerFest.com.

MONDAY, JULY 31

Tap Into Wellness HeartMath Mini-Workshop – 6:30-8:30pm. An introductory workshop for fun and introspective exercises to understand your core values and raise your vibration. This session will conclude with another exercise to help you kick off your mindful eating practice by using the technique you learned. $5. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-253-0499.

ThePlayfulSoul.com.

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Please confirm event prior to attendance. Go to AwakenIndy.com to submit calendar listings. Submission deadline for Calendar: the 15th of the month.

sunday A Positive Path for Spiritual Living – 9:30am Meditation; 10am Celebration Service. Come for music, meditation, and inspirational message and stay for fellowship. Youth education and nursery care provided. Free. Unity of Indianapolis, 907 N Delaware St, Indianapolis. UnityOfIndy.com.

Yoga Light – 10:30am. An introductory vinyasa-style class, customized for those with restricted performance due to age or injury. Floor work is limited, focusing on standing poses and poses using a chair. $10 each; buy 5 and get 6th free.

BodyHarmonyBalance, 1020 E. 86th St, Indianapolis. 317-669-2313. BodyHarmonyBalance.com.

Kundalini Yoga – 11am-12:15pm. Experience a vibrant mix of physical posture, breath work, meditation, mantra, mudra, and sound vibration with Gong relaxation. $10. Cityoga, 2442 N Central Ave, Indianapolis. CITYOGA.biz.

Sahaja Yoga Meditation – 11am-Noon. Unleash your potential for good mental and physical health, balance and maximum performance to help you live fully in the present moment with Sahaja yoga meditation. Free. Southside meeting location, 4950 E County Line Rd, Indianapolis.

317-755-9630. IndianaMeditation.org.

Community Yoga – 4-5pm. Hendricks County residents are invited to an all levels flow class.

A great opportunity to add an additional class to one’s yoga schedule. $5. Peace Through Yoga, 134 S Washington, Danville. 317-753-1266.

PeaceThroughYoga.com.

Community Yin Yoga – 6-7:15pm. $10. Class focuses on stillness and deepening into a pose to allow the muscles to relax and allow the body to soften. Open to all levels, beginners welcome.

Embarque Yoga, 5345 N Winthrop Ave, Indianapolis. 317-762-9642. EmbarqueYoga.com.

monday Meditation for Peace – 6:30-7:15pm. 1st, 3rd and 5th Mondays. Open to all, a time of spiritual connection and relaxation. Free. Unity of Indianapolis, 907 N Delaware, Indianapolis. 317-6354066. UnityOfIndy.com.

Health & Wellness 101 Class – 6:30-8:30pm.

Learn how to support your health naturally and reduce chemical overload in your life. Essential oils, weight-loss support and more, with holistic health practitioner Kim Woods. Free. For more info and to RSVP: Held in Irvington. 317-4094981. BeAmazing.net.

Mindful Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. A donation based class is being offered to create community, raise our vibration, and help ease the day to day stress by allowing us an opportunity to come back into the present moment. Donation accepted. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson St, Indianapolis.

317-253-0499. ThePlayfulSoul.com.

Kundalini Yoga – Medical Meditation Tuneup Series – 7:15-8:30pm. Experience a vibrant mix of physical posture, breath work, meditation, mantra, mudra, and sound vibration with gong relaxation. Nourish Wellness Center, 826 W 64th St, Indianapolis. Search Nourish Wellness class at CITYOGA.biz/schedule.

tuesday Vinyasa Flow – 9-10am. Expect to be pushed to your soft edge, stretched and challenged. There are options and adjustments and tips. A great way to start the week. All levels welcome. $15. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson, Indianapolis.

317-253-0499. ThePlayfulSoul.com.

Evening With the Doctor – 7pm. Learn more about your body’s ability to self-heal, and the benefits of Bio-Energetic work. Free. Morter HealthCenter, 10439 Commerce Dr, Ste 140, Carmel. 317-872-9300. MorterHealthCenter.com.

Tuesday Night Concert Series – 7-9pm. Thru Aug 8. Enjoy live entertainment with family and friends. Bring blankets or lawn chairs and a picnic to spread out on the lawn and enjoy the concert under the stars. Presented by various sponsors. Free. Nickel Plate District Amphitheater, 6 Municipal Dr, Fishers. 317-595-3150.

Fishers.IN.US/SummerConcerts.

wednesday Divine Goddess within Circle – 6:30-8pm. The 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. Each class includes a chakra clearing, meditation, angel card reading and more. Share in bringing in powerful, compassionate Divine Feminine energy with other women in a circle of love. $15. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson, Indianapolis. 317-253-0499.

ThePlayfulSoul.com.

thursday Community Yoga Class – 9-10am. An hour of yoga focused on what is most needed by the class that day, which could include a vinyasa flow, a yin, or a melting pot of practices. A class that caters to all types. $5. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson, Indianapolis. 317-253-0499.

ThePlayfulSoul.com.

Vegan Buffet at Spice Nation – 5:30pm. The Indian restaurant features vegetarian and vegan-friendly selection. Spice Nation, 4225 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis. 317-299-2127.

Men’s Forum – 5:30-7pm. A men’s gathering to discuss various topics related to health, wellness, spirituality, personal development and more. Donations welcome. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson, Indianapolis. 317-253-0499.

ThePlayfulSoul.com.

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Concerts on the Canal – 6-8pm. Thru July. Free and reserved seating available. Guests can purchase or bring their own food. Free. Kruse Family Stardust Terrace, Indiana Historical Society, 450 W Ohio St, Indianapolis. 317-232-1882. IndianaHistory.org.

Community Drum Circle – 7-8pm. Pre-jam begins at 6:45pm. All ages and levels are welcome, no experience necessary. Drums provided

by Bongo Boy Music School and REMO, Inc. Free. Bongo Boy Music School, 8481 Bash St., Ste 1100, Indianapolis. 317-595-9065.

BongoBoyMusic.com.

friday Restorative Yoga with Barbara Manley – Every Friday 10-11:15am $11. Restorative Yoga to rest and re-energize your body, mind, soul, and spirit.

This wonderful class has a community feel and will lead you through breathing exercises, postures, and internal energy movements leaving to feeling fresh and ready to lead the rest of your day in a place of peace and contentment.

Bells for Peace Meditation – 12-1pm. Join Vicki Mack to meditate for peace combined with the power of sound through bells. Free. The Playful Soul, 6516 N Ferguson, Indianapolis. 317-253-0499.

ThePlayfulSoul.com.

Mindful Meditation – 12:15-12:45pm. Brief discussion followed by silent practice and concluding with observation, comments, or questions. No experience, fee, or registration required. Free. CenterPoint Counseling, 7700 North Meridian, Indianapolis. 317-252-5518.

CenterPointCounseling.org.

Friendly Flow Yoga – 5-6pm. Great weekend starter includes gentle yoga, restorative yoga, and pranayama. Please bring your own mat. $10. Inner Peace Yoga Center, 5038 East 56th St, Indianapolis.

317-257-9642. IPYC.org.

Summer Nights Film Series – 7pm. Also most Saturdays.Thru Aug. Interactive pre-show programming; films begin at dusk. Screenings of films ranging from classic to modern are presented in the IMA's outdoor amphitheater. $12/public, $8/member. Indianapolis Museum of Art, 4000 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis. 317-923-1331. IMAMuseum.org.

Kroger Symphony on the Prairie – June 16-Sept 3. 8pm. Bring your own chairs, blankets, food and drinks to enjoy a picnic and musical entertainment in a beautiful outdoor setting. $25/adult; $29/adult premium concerts; $13/child, free/under 2. Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd, Fishers. 317-6394300. IndianapolisSymphony.org.

AMP After Dark Concert Series – 9pm. Thru Sept 2. Start the weekend with music from local, regional and national artists. Bring blankets or lawn chairs and a picnic to spread out on the lawn and enjoy the concert under the stars. Free. Nickel Plate District Amphitheater, 6 Municipal Dr, Fishers. 317-5953150. Fishers.IN.US/SummerConcerts.

saturday Farmers’ Markets – Visit one today. There are 16 markets in and around the city taking place on Saturdays through the summer. Check calendar section featuring market listings.

Traditional Vinyasa Yoga – 8-9:15am. Class features Zohrab, a master Hatha Yoga teacher – he integrates yoga with medical anatomy and physiology to root ancient verities with medical exactness. $18 drop in; packages available. Blooming Life Yoga, 30 S Elm St, Zionsville. 317-800-4039.

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June 17-Sept 6. See Fri listing. Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd, Fishers. 317-639-4300.

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