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NEW! Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic Low-cost cat and dog health services such as standard vaccinations, nail trimming, heartworm testing and parasite preventative are available at the Humane Society of Indianapolis Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic, no appointment necessary.

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Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

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by Christine Showler

14 THE HUNT FOR

BURIED TREASURE Geocaching With

Man’s Best Friend

by Patricia Komar

26 calendarofevents 27 ongoing 16 WHAT WORKS: Dr. Oz’ 25 Greatest 29 classifieds Men’s Health Tips

by Dr. Mehmet Oz 30 naturaldirectory

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20 CLEAN COMPOSTING Turning Waste into an Asset

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22 SAY “I DO” TO

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A GREEN WEDDING

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23 HERBAL ART

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NATURAL FOODS

Natural Awakenings’ natural foods edition helps us all eat well, live well, be well.

The Law of Attraction holds that all your thoughts, all images in your mind and all the feelings connected to your thoughts will later manifest as your reality. In other words: Everything you have in your life has been attracted to you by your mind.

All of my life I’ve enjoyed a keen sense of intuition and felt the universe guiding me in various directions. It’s the reason I journeyed to Indianapolis to publish this natural health and sustainable living magazine and to nurture a family life with my fiancé and future stepdaughter. They are all undeniable proof of the Law of Attraction at work and I eagerly anticipate the unfolding of new opportunities in our years together.

Speaking of opportunities, I hope you’ll mark your calendar now for our Natural Living Fair on August 6 and 7 at the Harrison Center. Many local natural health providers will be participating, eager to share healthful insights and services to support you in realizing an ever more fulfilling and balanced life. If you’ve ever felt a sense of trepidation at the thought of experiencing acupuncture or chiropractic care, these experts stand ready to ease your mind through onsite consultations and guided hands-on education.

Every day is a new opportunity to embrace good health through a strong body and sound mind. Tips from Dr. Mehmet Oz in this month’s feature are sure to improve upon anyone’s daily routine.

This June issue also celebrates fathers. I vividly remember my father spending hours on the back porch building my bicycle from parts that he obtained from the neighborhood bike shop, along with remnants from my older brothers’ bikes. When he finished, I had the most beautiful bike ever, complete with a banana seat, basket and bell.

This month, we even uncovered a local organization that teaches kids the gratification of earning the right to own their own bicycle through hard work, repairs and building it themselves. Check out the article on page 25 and then stop in at the old Presbyterian Church to donate your used wheels, or maybe find an updated set of your own to treasure. Better yet, take Dad.

This and every month, I encourage you to embrace your instinct to uncover that new adventure lying just below the surface when you feel drawn to a particular person, place or an advertisement in this magazine. If you feel the words lift off the page or resound in your ears and they have special meaning to you, there is a good possibility that something wonderful is awaiting you there.

So, let’s go where we feel beckoned and let this community magazine be our forum of local voices and ideas for an ever better life experience. Together, we can help each other manifest an incredible reality.

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Happy Father’s Day!

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newsbriefs Juicers Squeeze Freshness in Indianapolis

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atural Born Juicers, run by the husbandand-wife team of Corey and Laura Beatus, has brought its traveling juice bar to the Indianapolis area, and the wide variety of fruit and vegetable juices and smoothies are now available at many local farmers’ markets.

The company tries to use ingredients from local farmers as much as possible. Several specialty juices and smoothies are on the menu Laura & Corey Beatus and customers can also create their own flavors.

Natural Born Juicers sells wheatgrass and is experimenting with barley grass.

Some of the more popular juices include Spring Cleaner, made from apple, lemon, ginger and cayenne pepper; Ultimate Greens, created with cucumber, celery, parsley, spinach, kale, Swiss chard, apple, lemon, ginger and flax; Heaven, made from orange, apple and lemon; and Happy Heart, comprised of celery, carrot, beet, ginger, apple and flax oil. Special featured juices based upon seasonal produce will be available as summer progresses.

Natural Born Juicers is available at the Indianapolis Farmers’ Market at City Market from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, and 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays; and at the Trader’s Point Creamery Farmers’ Market from 4 to 8 p.m. on Fridays. Natural Born Juicers can also provide its tasty treats at eco-weddings.

For more info, visit NaturalBornJuicers.com, email NaturalBornJuicersnyc@gmail.com or check them out on Facebook.

Begin to see yourself as a soul with a body rather than a body with a soul. ~Wayne Dyer

VolunTEENS Gain Firsthand Look at Healthcare Careers

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rea teens can enhance their educational and social skills, plus be productive this summer, by participating in a volunteer program designed exclusively for them through Wishard Health Services. The organization’s Volunteer Services Department is offering its annual summer VolunTEEN program from June 7 to August 13.

The program enables students to work with patients and staff in both clinical and non-clinical settings. Through these opportunities, teens realize the importance of leadership, responsibility and effective communication, while gaining valuable experiences and meeting new friends.

“The VolunTEEN program is a great way for students to learn about healthcare, stay busy during the summer and have lots of fun,” says Scott Lawson, manager of volunteer services at Wishard. “The teens are matched to their areas of interest, as determined during the application process.”

Eligible students must be at least 12 years old and in good academic standing. A minimum of one, three-hour shift per week, for at least six weeks, is required from each volunteer. The application process takes about two weeks and includes an informational interview, health screening and general hospital orientation. The free health screening, provided by Wishard to all volunteers, includes a tuberculosis skin test.

“Some of the advantages of the VolunTEEN program include an opportunity for experiential and service learning, providing teens with a chance to gain a realistic perspective of a career in a specific healthcare environment,” advises Lawson. “It is also a great way to meet new people and gain community service hours needed for school and scholarships.”

Wishard Volunteer Services offers a variety of volunteer opportunities that allow people of all ages the chance to play a vital role in fulfilling the provider’s mission of serving all citizens of Marion County, with a special emphasis on the vulnerable populations.

For more info on volunteering or to obtain an application, call 570-630-7552 or email Scott.Lawson@Wishard.edu.

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Chiropractic Practice for Deaf and Hard-ofHearing Patients

New Company Seeks Seed-Saving Gardeners

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eaf and hard-of-hearing people in our area now have a special chiropractic practice to serve them.

Dr. James Biser, a 2005 Palmer College of Chiropractic graduate who is deaf, recently opened a practice in Fishers and can communicate with deaf and hard-of-hearing patients via American Sign Language.

Treatments needed due to auto accidents, sports injuries and many other causes are covered under Medicare, Medicaid, workers’ compensation and most major commercial insurance plans. Biser also accepts patients who have no hearing difficulties.

Location: 10412 Allisonville Rd., Ste. 203. For more info or to make an appointment, email at BiserChiropractic@ gmail.com or TEXT at 317-610-1612. Also check his Facebook page at Facebook. com/DeafChiro.

ature’s Crossroads, a new seed company located in Bloomington, is looking for organic gardeners with seed-saving experience to participate in its Backyard Seed Saver Program. The company works with several small farms in Indiana, but is now offering home gardeners the opportunity to provide seeds from interesting varieties of vegetables, fruits, flowers and herbs for sale in the Midwest and earn one dollar per Lucille Bertuccio, Maggie Sullivan, Art Sherwood packet of seeds sold.

Participating gardeners can save seeds from a particular variety and deliver them in bulk to Nature’s Crossroads. The company will put them in special packets that give information about the garden (and gardener) that provided them, in addition to basic planting advice. The seeds are then sold through the Nature’s Crossroads website, at school fundraisers and plant shows, and eventually, at retail outlets. Payments to gardeners are made on a quarterly basis.

The company is particularly interested in identifying varieties that have been grown and saved for multiple generations and have adapted well to their local climate.

For more info, contact General Manager Art Sherwood at 812-824-3727 or Art@NaturesCrossroads.com, or visit NaturesCrossroads.com.

Local Inventor Patents Dog Safety Seat

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hristine Perkins, a local inventor, has devised a new pet-restraint system designed to promote safer driving, while providing an added measure of safety for dogs. Unrestrained pets are unsafe for driving. Even in lowimpact accidents, they can be hurled through the windshield, cause an accident with other cars or severely injure a driver or passenger.

According to Perkins, the patented FidoRido® is the only pet booster seat/ restraint system made from the same resilient material as child safety seats.

The 3-in-1 product, for up to two dogs—30 pounds total—can also serve as a pet bed and a Tether-Tub™ bathtub during travel and at home.

The FidoRido® easily installs with a seat belt. Its two-strap restraint system, when used with the provided FidoRido® pulling harness, equalizes the pressure placed on a dog in a sudden stop. A special dog harness is provided with each FidoRido®, with no other parts needed. Perkins says the system provides more room and comfort than other dog car seats and harnesses because, even though a dog is restrained, it can lie down, sit, stand up and look out the window.

For more info, call 877-709-2154, visit FidoRido.com or email Info@FidoRido.com.

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Free Weekly Meditation Classes

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ree Sahaja Yoga meditation classes are being offered in Fishers. The unique method of seeking inner transformation is taught from 7 to 8 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Franklin Road Branch Library and on Wednesdays at the Old National Bank.

The meditation style is based on an experience called self-realization (Kundalini awakening) that can occur within each human being. Organizers say that through this process, dormant spirituality is awakened and one becomes moral, united, integrated and balanced, and can actually feel the all-pervading divine power as a cool breeze, as described in all religions and spiritual traditions of the world. They add that this is the actualization of such transformation taking place now worldwide, and has been experienced by hundreds of thousands in more than 90 countries.

For more info, call 317-456-2021, email IndianaMeditation@gmail. com or visit IndianaMeditation.org.

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pportunities to help people around the world and bolster sustainable development while choosing from new eco-friendly, quality, international products have grown in the Broad Ripple section of Indianapolis. In May, the Village Experience store nearly doubled its space and added lines of fair trade coffee, tea and organic olive oil (including sources in Uganda and Palestine), along with new home items such as coffee mugs, teapots, serving trays, aprons, napkins (some from India), place mats, bowls, bottle openers and serving utensils.

The Village Experience can also book group and customized international trips that combine elements of social justice, ecoc o n s c i o u s n e s s a n d c u l t u ra l education to create a unique travel experience. The restless adventurer can stay in an eco-lodge in Kenya, experience a zip line through Guatemalan forests, plant trees in Uganda, explore the deserts of Jordan and much more.

The Village Experience is a s o c i a l l y p r o a c t ive b u s i n e s s dedicated to uplifting impoverished communities in the developing world through efforts in international trade and tourism. Proceeds from its work are used by the Village Cooperative, an affiliated charitable organization, to create and support income-generating projects like organic community farms and orchards in the developing world.

Location: 6055 N. College Ave. For more info, call 317602-3696 or visit ExperienceTheVillage.com.

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globalbriefs It’s Your Life...

Live it in Health!

News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that works for all.

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A study by the University of Illinois attests that fathers who change diapers and engage in a range of playful activities with their young children stay more involved as their offspring grow older. Families also realize positive effects on the youngsters’ academic achievement and social skills, findings that are supported by earlier studies. Significantly, the researchers found that when fathers build close, loving relationships with their children in the preschool years, they’re “writing a script” that determines how connected they are, and that script will continue past early childhood.

Affectionate gestures establish and continue that involvement. “That can be as simple as a father winking at his three-year-old,” says Brent McBride, professor of human development at the university. In contrast, fathers who seek to establish a close bond when the child is older have a more difficult time because, McBride warns, “the moment has passed.”

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports a dramatic increase in obesity in the United States during the past 20 years (cdc.gov/ obesity/data/trends.html). In 2008, only one state (Colorado) had a prevalence of obesity less than 20 percent. Thirty-two states had a prevalence equal to or greater than 25 percent. Awareness of the vital need to counter this trend along with the wide range of associated health risks is on the rise thanks to educational efforts on many fronts.

Here are some of the latest.

This February, First Lady Michelle Obama launched her national “Let’s Move” anti-obesity Jamie Oliver campaign to end what she calls “the epidemic of childhood obesity” in a single generation. Her campaign is set to engage children, parents, governors, mayors, educators, school nutrition leaders and food manufacturers.

In March and April, ABC-TV created a stir with Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution, a special series covering a case study bent on changing eating habits in the Huntington, West Virginia, metropolitan area. The tri-state region was labeled the unhealthiest place in the country in 2006, based on health habits and U.S. government statistics.

Oliver has succeeded in transforming the school lunch system in Britain for the better; now he’s taking on America. “One thing I learned here in the States is that once you

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get in people’s homes, there’s a yearning for information and help,” says Oliver. “It’s as consistent as clockwork.” He says he’s never worked with a family of four that live on junk food that don’t end up spending less eating fresh. In his experience, “they save an average $100-$150 a week.”

Now, Hunter Lussi, 15, the world’s youngest certified Olympic-distance triathlete, is challenging Americans to train this summer to establish a new record for the largest group ever to participate in a triathlon. He’s challenging Americans young and old to complete the equivalent of his first triathlon (at age 6) by attempting, as individuals or in a relay team, a 500-yard swim/paddle/float, 10-mile bike/spin/roll and 2.5-mile run/ walk/roll this coming Labor Day and every Labor Day.

“If I can go from being a chubby kid to where I am now, anyone can do this,” says Lussi. Sign up at AmericasTriForHealth.com.

Oceans Ahoy

Communities Celebrate World Oceans Day June 8

Action Plan

U.S. Government Gets Behind Great Lakes Restoration The Obama administration has released a five-year blueprint for applying $2.2 billion to repair a century’s worth of damage to the Great Lakes. That resource is the backbone of several U.S. regional economies dependent on tourism, outdoor recreation, shipping and manufacturing and a source of drinking water for 30 million people. Last year, Congress approved the first installment of $475 million; Obama has requested $300 million more as of October.

The giant ecosystem has been plagued by toxic contamination, shrinking wildlife habitat and invasive species, the latest threat being Asian carp.

The massive national and regional effort intends to improve water quality, clean up toxic hot spots and phosphorus runoff, eliminate invasive species and protect wetlands. Goals include saving key species like the lake sturgeon, now endangered due to overharvesting and habitat degradation.

Canadian activists have released a complementary plan calling for their government to get busy eliminating pollution and invasive species, and protecting water flows. Four of the five lakes border on both countries. “To see the Americans move on [this issue] will, we hope, force our federal and provincial governments to move in the same direction,” says Ontario Environment Minister John Gerretsen.

“Substantial amounts of money are going to be required.”

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Great Lakes contain about 84 percent of the surface freshwater in North America and 21 percent of the world’s total supply.

Why Late Night Snacks Put on Weight

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ating less and exercising more isn’t quite enough when it comes to pursuing or maintaining a healthy weight.

New research from Northwestern University shows that eating at the right times helps, too. The researchers believe that eating later at night, when the body wants to sleep, may influence weight gain because its natural circadian rhythms (the internal clock that responds to light and dark cycles) also regulate energy use and prompt the body to burn nighttime calories less efficiently than during daylight.

Source: American Cancer Research, 2009

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Millions of people annually gather at hundreds of events around the world to recognize the vital importance of the “one ocean” we all share and support the present and future health of our blue planet. Last year saw 70 events in the United States alone.

This year, the 50th anniversary of the Dr. Seuss classic, One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish, adds to the fun. Individuals and families will join in kids’ art contests, photography exhibits, film showings, essay and poetry contests, treasure hunts, sleepovers and storytelling at aquariums, museums and zoos across the country. Fests will celebrate sustainable seafood, and local volunteer squads will tackle aquatic cleanup projects.

We rely on a healthy ocean with a rich diversity of life to supply oxygen, foods and medicines, as well as millions of jobs and endless opportunities for recreation and inspiration. Because all the world’s oceans are connected, environmentalists call for them to be treated as one ocean.

Locate and register local events at WorldOceansDay.org.

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Nutrition for a Healthy Prostate

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ased on prolific research, experts generally agree that diet plays a key role in reducing the risk of prostate cancer. They recommend eating foods low in fat, keeping portions of meat and dairy small and avoiding highly processed or charcoaled meats, while loading up on fruits and vegetables.

The kinds of produce identified as having anticancer properties include tomatoes, papaya, cantaloupe, cauliflower and broccoli.

Drinking green tea also helps, as it contains an active compound that prevents and curbs the progression of prostate cancer.

In addition, various studies propose vitamin E, zinc and selenium as aids in reducing the risk of this type of cancer. Plant oils, nuts and seeds are naturally rich sources of vitamin E. Zinc is abundant in pumpkin seeds and oysters. Brown rice and whole grains supply selenium.

Sources: American Association for Cancer Research, 2009 and Wiley-Blackwell, 2009

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recent study published in the journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers and Prevention found that individuals who consume two or more soft drinks a week had nearly twice the risk of developing pancreatic cancer compared with those who don’t drink sodas.

Pancreatic cancer is rare, but often lethal, because it is seldom detected in early stages, according to the Mayo Clinic.

Brains in Trouble

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early all of us are high-tech jugglers these days as we race to keep up with emails and instant message conversations while jumping between websites or watching television. But be aware that people who are regularly bombarded with multiple electronic media streams are paying a big mental price, according to recent research from Stanford University. “They’re suckers for irrelevancy,” concludes Professor Clifford Nass, who participated in the study. “Everything distracts them.”

The researchers found that heavy multitaskers consistently underperform those who prefer to complete one task at a time. Weaknesses include their inability to pay attention to detail, organize memory and efficiently switch from one job to the next.

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Yoga Boosts Heart Health

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esearch published in the International Journal of Medical Engineering and Informatics supports a direct link between the regular practice of yoga, with its many breathing exercises, stretching, poses, relaxation and meditation, and heart health.

The researchers point to yoga’s impact on the nervous system, which regulates heart rate through the sympathetic nervous system that causes the heart rate to rise, and the parasympathetic nervous system, which slows it down. When the two systems work well together, they ensure that the heart rate is steady, yet ready to respond to external changes if needed, such as the fight or flight response.

The study of 84 volunteers showed that regular yoga practitioners have a stronger, more flexible parasympathetic control, which helps them ease out of stressful situations more easily. The researchers concluded that this translates into the desirable qualities of higher heart rate variability, more resistance to stress and an overall healthier heart.

Source: Inderscience Publishers, 2009

Natural Ways to Quiet Snoring

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noring can interfere with any couple’s rest, but a recent article published in the Mayo Clinic newsletter offers good news if the snoring is due to ordinary causes not linked to the more serious condition of sleep apnea, a serious health concern in which breathing stops during sleep.

Counselors suggest six natural ways to reduce snoring or eliminate it altogether: n Avoid alcohol ~ Alcohol consumption can cause excessive muscle

relaxation in the tongue, mouth and soft palate, causing them to sag into the airway. Avoiding alcohol for at least four hours before bedtime may help. n Lose weight ~ Extra bulk may constrict airways, contributing to snoring. n Relieve nasal obstruction ~ Adhesive nasal strips or saline nasal sprays

can help reduce nasal obstruction and congestion that contribute to snoring. n Change sleep positions ~ For those who sleep on their backs, the tongue can sag and narrow the airway during sleep. A physician can suggest techniques to learn how to sleep comfortably in other positions. n Stop smoking ~ Smoking is associated with an increased risk of snoring. People who stop smoking have a lower rate of

snoring. n Try assistive devices ~ The most effective treatment for snoring is a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)

machine. It delivers pressurized air through a mask, keeping the upper airway open during sleep. If a person has difficulty wearing a mask at bedtime, an oral appliance supplied by a specially trained dentist or orthodontist can help keep the throat open.

Though most snoring is harmless, snorers should consult a doctor to rule out sleep apnea.

Hypnotherapy Eases Irritated Bowels

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ypical dietary tactics to relieve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) usually have shortlived effects because the avoidance of certain foods doesn’t seem to tackle the root of the problem, which is an overly sensitized digestive system reacting to stress.

Reporting on this widespread problem, the British Medical Journal notes that an increasing number of gastroenterologists are now looking to hypnotherapy to help their patients cope with the unpleasant and often painful symptoms.

Dr. Roland Valori, editor of the journal Frontline Gastroenterology, said that of 100 patients treated, 90 found that hypnotherapy significantly improved their symptoms and gave them more control over the condition.

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The Davis Clinic Naturopathic, Patient-Centered Healthcare

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or some individuals, growing up in a family of doctors might be intimidating. For J. Aaron Davis, N.D., it was a heritage he embraced.

His late father, Larry Davis, M.D., a well-known psychiatrist in Indianapolis and founder of the Davis Clinic, groomed Aaron to be a physician and sparked his desire to help others.

“Growing up around my father and other physicians gave me a passion for medicine, so I knew it was something I wanted to do,” says Davis. However, after enrolling in the pre-med program at Indiana University, he began to witness the frustrations many physicians were feeling after decades of medical practice, and his initial enthusiasm waned.

Davis first discovered naturopathic medicine a few years after completing his bachelor’s degree. Steeped in both traditional and natural healing methods and principles, naturopathy focuses on holistic, proactive prevention and comprehensive diagnosis and treatment, ideals already important to the young med student. He was hooked, and his passion for medicine was reinvigorated.

Davis chose to attend Bastyr University, one of the nation’s most respected naturopathic institutions, which emphasizes a balance between the medical sciences and natural approaches to health. He is currently the only naturopathic physician practicing in Indianapolis who graduated from one of the four fully accredited naturopathic medical schools in the U.S.

“What I love so much about naturopathic medicine is the proactive approach it takes to healthcare,” he explains. “It is a way to help people take active control of their continued path of good health, providing a refreshing alternative to the current symptoms12

based, disease-oriented model of traditional healthcare.”

In 2004, Davis joined his father at the Davis Clinic, taking over as president in 2006 after his father’s unexpected death. It’s a role he does not take lightly. “The clinic has a long history in Indianapolis,” says Davis. “It is very important to me to continue my father’s legacy and remain connected to the community.”

Today, the clinic offers diverse healthcare options with a focus on psychiatry, naturopathic medicine and the conducting of clinical research trials exploring the safety and effectiveness of new pharmaceutical compounds.

Davis is especially proud of the clinic’s patient-centered treatment and its balance of conventional and complementary medicine. He works collaboratively with William Sobat, M.D., a senior physician who practices functional medicine. The two doctors share an enthusiasm for inviting patients into a new relationship with their health, while emphasizing the important role of traditional healthcare. “I believe there is great value in conventional medicine,” explains Davis. “In an acute crisis, there is no better alternative. The goal of naturopathic medicine is to get people excited about engaging in a healthy, positive lifestyle, in order to avoid chronic illness.”

Davis says that a vital difference patients notice between traditional and naturopathic medicine is the time and attention they receive during an appointment. The first visit, in particular, takes about an hour, as the doctor conducts a thorough medical evalu-

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ation and asks questions in order to understand the health goals of the patient. Together, doctor and patient review the patient’s health history and explore nutrition and diet, levels of activity and fitness, energy patterns, sleep quality and stress levels in order to develop an individualized wellness plan and offer recommendations for improvement.

The challenge, Davis says, is getting people to understand that this path to good health is a lifetime commitment. “I can give them the proper knowledge and tools, but they have to be willing to take on the responsibility and be excited about what they can do to treat themselves well.”

Davis encourages his patients to stay positive and stick with their wellness plan. He reminds them that most health challenges develop over a period of time, but through proper support and direction, a return to good health is possible. “Don’t be discouraged if you don’t see results after a month,” he advises. “You get out of it as much as you put in.” Active communication is also key; if certain elements aren’t working for a patient, Davis will evaluate them and revise the plan, if necessary.

For Davis, helping people learn better ways of living and watching as they engage in new behaviors for good health is the motivation he needs to continue his empowering work and honor his medical heritage.

The Davis Clinic is located at 8902 North Meridian Street, Ste. 236, in Indianapolis. For information, call 317635-0335 or visit DavisClinic.com. See ad on page 17

tain bone density and boost metabolism.

Of course, burning extra calories functions as an aid to weight loss, which in turn relieves stress on joints, as well.

Advances in equipment, such as lighter paddles with narrower blades and ergonomic shafts, help to maximize efficiency and offset the effects of the repetitive motions of paddling.

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Mental Benefits Most people in today’s fast-paced, high-tech world are looking for ways to relieve stress associated with their busy lives. For those seeking greater adventure, kayaking can be elevated to offer the challenges of expedition travel.

Those seeking the solace of softer adventure revel in gliding through secluded lakes and hearing unforgettable bird calls. Always, kayaking can serve as a meditative, environmentally friendly water sport alternative that everyone can enjoy.

Kayaking for Health

by Christine Showler

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or years, much media coverage of kayaking has characterized it as a young person’s adrenaline sport.

Lately, the focus has changed to encompass a wider audience by spreading the word on sea kayaking, day-touring and recreational paddling. Now, enthusiasts of all ages and from all walks of life are on the water, communing with nature, exploring lake systems and even kayaking among whales. Thus, more people are becoming aware of kayaking’s multifaceted health benefits, which typically include a harmonizing effect on mind, body and spirit.

Tone and Strengthen Core Muscles Contrary to what many believe, kayaking does not demand aggressive arm action or upper body strength. The biomechanics of stroke efficiency are readily achieved through coordination between the paddler, paddle, boat and water. Power for propelling the kayak comes from the paddler’s core muscles and is primarily achieved through torso rotation; this engages the larger, more powerful, back and abdominal muscles.

It makes sense that toning the core muscles helps to alleviate lower back

Social Benefits pain often associated with middle age.

The forward stroke also draws power from the lower body, which is why it’s important to have a firm foot brace system in the kayak; as the paddler uses his right arm to draw the right paddle blade through the water, he pushes with the corresponding foot, which transfers that energy from the lower body through the upper portion of the stroke.

At the same time, his left arm bends and pushes out from the shoulder towards the bow of the kayak, providing each stroke an added kick of thrust.

Thus, kayaking becomes an all-encompassing workout.

Whether to help maintain a high level of fitness or indulge in more relaxed “lily dipping” on nature’s ponds, using proper techniques makes kayaking both enjoyable and physically beneficial.

Kayaking clubs and paddling centers provide opportunities to meet and mingle with kindred spirits who share a healthy respect for nature. It’s often considered to be a leisurely social activity and a preferred, environmentally conscious way to feel at one with nature.

Paddling, a necessary means of transportation for native peoples and explorers in the Americas, is today a pleasant and healthy way to integrate with history, heritage, nature and geography.

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BURIED TREASURE Geocaching With Man’s Best Friend

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ummer trailheads can tempt even the most diehard computer fans to push away from desktops, lace up hiking boots, pack dog treats and trek into the great outdoors to become their own search engines in pursuit of hidden treasures. What they’re after is the next geocache.

Geo means “Earth” and cache is French for “a hiding place to temporarily store items.” This year, Geocaching. com celebrates its 10th anniversary, with nearly 2 million Earth-friendly hunters seeking a current total of more than a million active caches around the world.

A geocache searcher ventures forth equipped with a handheld global positioning system (GPS) receiver, a set of designated longitude and latitude coordinates, trail descriptions and cryptic clues posted on the website. New Jersey geocacher Jeff Smith also takes along his Scottish terrier mix. “What fascinates me is that there’s a goal to the hike,” he grins. “My pooch loves it.”

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But he adds that it’s important to be a bit secretive and avoid attracting attention from non-geocachers who may become alerted to the presence of treasure. “Bringing a dog can be helpful; after all, you’re ‘just out walking your dog.’”

The fast-growing sport started in 2000, when Dave Ulmer, a computer consultant, filled a container with software, money and a video, book, cassette recorder and can of black-eyed peas, as well as a slingshot handle and a logbook with the notation “GPS Stash #1.” He hid it in the Oregon woods, made note of the coordinates using his GPS, posted it on a website and called it “The Great American GPS Stash Hunt.” His only rule: “Take something, leave something.”

The idea took off like wildfire and the word stash soon changed to cache. Delve deeper and we discover the story of a 19th-century traveling salesman who left his calling

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card hidden in a jar in the English countryside with instructions that whoever found it should add his own card. Soon, people began planting boxes with self-addressed letters or postcards as their calling cards. The next traveler who came along and found one of the boxes would take the letter, mail it and leave a letter in its place. It sounds a bit like “Who’s got mail?”

(See Letterboxing.org.)

To get started as a geocacher, simply log onto the geocaching website, type in a location and sort through the many hits of hidden caches. Caches can be concealed anywhere, from wilderness areas to inner-city parks. Forms also vary, from traditional (ammo can or Lock & Lock brand divided tray) or microcaches (film canister, breath mint tin) to theme or benchmark caches and virtual caches that designate a special point of interest, such as a dazzling sunset overlook, secret grove or panoramic view.

Earth caches promote education; visitors learn about geological processes, resource management and scientific investigation procedures.

Mystery and puzzle caches challenge searchers by offering puzzles, problems or mathematical equations to be solved in order to determine the coordinates.

Items hidden in caches may be geocoins, trinkets or dog toys. Some include a “travel bug”—a metal dog tag with a unique tracking number stamped below the picture of a bug.

The number can be tracked on the geocache site and by definition, a bug must hop from cache to cache.

After finding a cache, there are three basic rules to follow: 1. Sign the logbook, and if you take an item, leave an item of equal or greater value.

2. Return the cache to its original hiding place.

3. Cache In Trash Out (CITO).

Geocachers often participate in cleaning up the environment by bringing a trash bag and picking up the occasional litter. For coordinated worldwide cleanup events, log onto Geocaching.com/cito.

George Hornberger, an avid geocacher from Vienna, Virginia, echoes a common sentiment: “I’m a kid at heart,” he says, “so hunting for hidden treasure using grown-up technological toys is perfect for me.

I’ve been introduced to several nearby parks and natural areas that I’d never visited until going to hunt for a cache there.

The moment of joy when my family finds the cache we’re hunting for is very satisfying.”

Geocaching, say organizers, helps indoor entertainment junkies put the active back into interactive.

Patricia Komar is a freelance writer in British Columbia, Canada. She, her husband and their Lab/border collie and cairn terrier dogs are avid geocachers. Connect at Komar2@telus.net.

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WHAT WORKS: Dr. Oz’ 25 Greatest Men’s Health Tips

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atients are among my best teachers.

They’ve taught me how to communicate clearly—and how to live a better life. On The Dr. Oz Show, I’ve learned that once people are emotionally involved, change happens quickly, especially if they feel that their behavior is letting loved ones down.

Large-scale change seems daunting. We want simple routines that we can automatically follow.

Adopt some of the steps described here, which work for me and that anyone can do, and you will like your life more in just a couple of weeks.

Plus, you’ll live longer.

1: Roll on the Floor Laughing

Laughing not only eases stress, promotes social bonding and lowers blood pressure; it may also boost your immune system. So bring some humor

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into your life, whether it’s through friends, a television show or something else that tickles your funny bone.

2: Don’t Skip Breakfast

Eating fiber in the morning means less hunger late in the afternoon, when you’re most likely to feel tired and gorge yourself on sugar. My morning dose comes from steel-cut oatmeal, usually mixed with raisins, walnuts and flaxseed oil.

An early start on eating also keeps your metabolism more active throughout the day; breakfast eaters are thinner than people who just rush out the door.

3: Hit the Sack

Jay and Dave are funny, but they’re not worth the strain on your system.

Seven hours of sleep a night not only helps you live longer, it also lowers your stress, sharpens your memory

and reduces cravings for pants-splitting foods. Set a bedtime and stick to it. My target is 10:30 p.m. I record the late shows and then watch them the next day as I pedal a stationary bike.

4: Admire Your Work

Don’t be so triggerhappy with the flusher.

Turn around and take a look at your poop, which speaks volumes about your gut and overall health. Poop should be smooth and S-shaped, like your colon. If it comes out too lumpy, or drops into the bowl like marbles, you’re constipated; increase your fiber and water intake.

5: Don’t Pamper Your Bad Back

Even if you’re hunched over in agony, spending more time in bed will only make a bad back worse. The latest research shows that bed rest weakens back muscles and prolongs the suffering.

Married men with this problem may suffer more than single men because they’re tempted to lie back and enjoy � all the pampering they receive. The best

solution is to get up, take a pain reliever and be a soldier.

6: Taste the Colors

Foods with bright, rich colors are packed with flavonoids and carotenoids, powerful compounds that bind with the damaging free radicals in your body, lowering inflammation. Eat nine fistfuls of colorful fruits and vegetables each day and you’ll reap the benefits without having to give up other foods. Whenever I shop the produce aisle, I’m reminded that these foods are often more powerful than the drugs sold in pharmacies. My favorites are arugula and blueberries.

7: Brushing is Not Enough If you plan to spend your later years eating more than yogurt and apple sauce, invest in some floss. No matter how thoroughly or long you brush your teeth, you’re missing a good portion of their total surface. That’s like washing one armpit after a workout. But the dangers of skipping floss go beyond hygiene: The bacteria that linger can increase your risk of heart disease.

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8: Take a Deep Belly Breath

Do this anywhere, anytime. Push out your bellows and suck air through your nose until your lungs are full.

They’ll fill with nitric oxide, a chemical found in the back of your nose that opens up blood vessels.

The dose of oxygen will make you feel happier and more alert. This is my secret technique for calming down in the face of challenges.

9: Join a Yoga Class

Yoga is the most important exercise of my daily routine.

Being surrounded by beautiful women in spandex should be reason enough to join a class, but if you need more motivation, consider this: Yoga eases stress, lowers blood pressure, slows heart rate and increases flexibility. There’s nothing mystical about it. Loosening your muscles will make them more adaptable, so you may be less likely to injure yourself playing sports. Sure, some of the poses may look ridiculous, but that’s for a reason. Yoga can reach and work muscles that are ignored during routine sports and daily life. My favorite maneuver is the sun salutation.

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10: Don’t Be an Island

Ever wonder why women live longer than men? One major reason is that they form tight networks and actually talk about their problems. If you face life’s stresses alone, you will make yourself older. With another person’s love and support, the inner aging associated with stress can be reduced.

11: Avoid Fad Diets

The secret to weight loss is not to avoid carbs, fats, yellow foods, solid foods or foods that start with the letter G. The real trick is to lower your daily intake by about 100 calories.

You’ll hardly notice, but it’ll add up to a loss of about 10 pounds in a year. Calorie restriction has been shown to lengthen life (in rats and monkeys).

I cut back once a year to reset my appetite and taste buds.

Healthy foods taste great afterwards.

12: Be a Smart Patient

Professionals can help keep you in good health, but the responsibility ultimately falls on you. Seek a second opinion before undergoing any medical procedure, because 30 percent of the time, that opinion will change the diagnosis or plan. Keep a written medical history and educate yourself about any family problems. You might even consider signing onto Microsoft HealthVault or Google Health, so your files would be accessible in case you find yourself in trouble away from home.

13: Lose the Beer Belly

Most men fasten their belts below their waists. It’s just another way of avoiding the truth about their gut. Grab a tape measure and put it around your body at the level of your belly button. That number should be less than half your height. For my six-foot, one-inch frame, for example, I need to keep my waist under 36.5 inches. If avoiding heart attacks and diabetes isn’t enough motivation to eliminate that gut, consider this: For every point your body mass index is over 25, your testosterone drops 3 percent, which isn’t very manly.

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14: Go Green

I drink green tea three times a day. It’s packed with heart-boosting and cancerstopping polyphenols that black tea doesn’t offer. These beneficial chemicals are lost when it’s fermented. Green tea also delivers a boost of alertness, but from a smaller dose of caffeine than black tea. Green tea can even fight dandruff, although only if you pour the cooled tea directly onto your scalp.

15: Sweat Until You’re Wet

If you can work up a sweat for just one hour a week, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including a reduced risk of heart attack, better mood and lower blood pressure. I like interval training on the elliptical, with 15 pull-ups and 15 dips after every 10 minutes. Your muscles will become more efficient, so you’ll have more stamina for more enjoyable activities that also work up a sweat.

16: Save Some Money

Most people rank personal finance as their number one stressor, usually because they feel powerless about it. Stress not only shortens lives, it also drives people to habits like smoking, drinking or binge eating. Keep some money in a special bank account, safe from your lust for a new television, and you’ll establish an emotional comfort zone with major health benefits.

17: Have as Much Sex as Possible

If a 50-something man could have sex 700 times a year, the exercise and stress reduction would make him look and feel years younger. I wouldn’t recommend quitting your day job in order to hit that number— but what’s the harm in trying? The next time your loved one says she has a headache, tell her she’s literally killing you. It works for me.

18: Know Your Numbers, then Aim Lower

Take the part of your brain dedicated to your local steak house’s phone number and reassign it to your heart’s vital signs.

These include blood pressure (which ideally should be below 115 over 75),

LDL cholesterol (under 100), resting heart rate (under 70), and fasting blood sugar (under 100). If your numbers aren’t ideal, change your diet until they improve.

19: Add Some Weights

Just 30 minutes twice a week spent lifting weights can build significant muscle mass. What’s more, working all that muscle burns tons of calories, making it a great way to lose your gut, too. Don’t have weights? Try lifting yourself: Pullups are the most valuable muscle-building exercises I do. Trainer Bob Greene pointed out to me that pull-ups work the back, pecs, arms and belly all at once. Because you’re lifting yourself, you’ll think twice before eating that doughnut, because you’ll just have to lift it later. A simple setup in a door frame is convenient and inexpensive.

20: Grab Your Nuts

Nuts are among the best sources of healthful fats and protein around. I keep a bag of walnuts in my fridge and use their massive dose of omega-3 fatty acids to boost my brainpower while I see patients. Half of a handful eaten about 30 minutes before a meal will temper your appetite and help you avoid the drivethru.

21: No, Seriously, Grab Your Nuts

Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in men ages 15 to 35, but it’s usually curable if caught early enough. I strongly urge you to grab your tesicles and check them for bumps at least once a month. Each testicle should feel smooth and slightly soft, and one should hang slightly lower than the other, like two avocados (which, in Aztec, actually means “testicles”) growing on a tree.

23: Do Your Penis a Favor

Step on a treadmill. Men who exercise enough to burn 200 calories a day significantly lower their chances of impotence.

That’s because impotence often has the same cause as heart attacks: blocked arteries. Your penis is like a dipstick for your arteries, so check it. If you’re interested in keeping it up later in life, lace up the sneakers now.

24: Learn to Cook

Do you think you know how much butter goes into preparing those mashed potatoes at a restaurant? You’re probably off by half. If you can cook, you not only save money, but also gain control over what goes into your meals. Plus, for most women, a man who knows how to cook is as sexy as one who stars in movies. I have trouble boiling water.

Thankfully, I’m already married.

25: Some Pills Should Be Popped

The indoor life gives modern man protection from the elements. Unfortunately, roughly half of us are deficient in vitamin D, for which the sun is a major source. This crucial vitamin may aid in fighting cancer, diabetes and heart disease.

I take a 1,000 IU supplement each morning.

Dr. Mehmet Oz is a professor of cardiac surgery at Columbia University and a founder of the Complementary Medicine Program at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. He is co-author of the award-winning Healing from the Heart: A Leading Surgeon Combines Eastern and Western Traditions to Create the Medicine of the Future and YOU: The Owner’s Manual: An Insider’s Guide to the Body that Will Make You Healthier and Younger. He has frequently appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show and currently hosts The Dr. Oz Show.

22: Hit the Dance Floor

Crosswords and card games aren’t the only way to keep a brain razor sharp. It turns out that any kind of dancing with complex moves is stimulating enough to give neurons a workout. Even the simplest moves provide some physical exercise. So don’t be such a wallflower on your next night out. As a bonus, dancing may help you with tip number 17.

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iscarded vegetable ends, eggshells, coffee grounds and lawn clippings… most of us throw away a huge amount of compostable material. What could be a significant environmental asset, if transformed into nutritious garden soil, has become instead a major environmental problem.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reports that yard trimmings and food residuals together account for 26 percent of our total municipal solid waste stream. Also, unnecessary food waste doesn’t just happen at home— it’s a fact of life for most restaurants, stadiums, convention centers, hotels, schools and anywhere else people gather to eat.

Choosing to turn scraps into rich fertile soil, courtesy of beneficial bacteria and fungi, has multiple advantages.

It creates rich humus for high-yield crops, works to suppress plant diseases and pests and limits the need for chemical fertilizers. Those same organic scraps have a devastating effect on the environment when they are trapped in oxygen-starved landfills. Due to their highly compacted nature, organic waste

is not able to fully decompose and releases methane—a global warming gas that’s 25 times more damaging to air quality than carbon dioxide.

Part of the challenge is that there’s no widespread collection system in place to encourage or require municipal composting. Unlike the bottles and cans we place in handy curbside bins, or the newspapers and cardboard we tie and separate for recycling trucks, food waste doesn’t yet have designated places to be taken to. A few cities are changing that model, but others are slow to follow.

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of compostable material. What could be a significant environmental asset, if transformed into nutritious garden soil, has become instead a major environmental problem.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reports that yard trimmings and food residuals together account for 26 percent of our total municipal solid waste stream. Also, unnecessary food waste doesn’t just happen at home—it’s a fact of life for most restaurants, stadiums, convention centers, hotels, schools and anywhere else people gather to eat.

Choosing to turn scraps into rich fertile soil, courtesy of beneficial bacteria and fungi, has multiple advantages.

It creates rich humus for high-yield crops, works to suppress plant diseases and pests and limits the need for chemical fertilizers. Those same organic scraps have a devastating effect on the environment when they are trapped in oxygen-starved landfills. Due to their highly compacted nature, organic waste is not able to fully decompose and releases methane—a global warming gas that’s 25 times more damaging to air quality than carbon dioxide.

Part of the challenge is that there’s no widespread collection system in place to encourage or require municipal composting. Unlike the bottles and cans we place in handy curbside bins, or the newspapers and cardboard we tie and separate for recycling trucks, food waste doesn’t yet have designated places to be taken to. A few cities are changing that model, but others are slow to follow.

Seattle was the first to require households to compost food waste; San Francisco was the first to add businesses and restaurants. These progressive cities provide green compost carts for food scraps, including meat, bones, seafood and dairy plus soiled paper, like tea bags, coffee filters and greasy pizza boxes; and yard trimmings including grasses, branches and leaves. All of these can thus be safely diverted from landfills.

But where city collection of compostable materials is not yet a reality, clean composting at home is an answer.

Whether in an urban apartment or a suburban home, composting has never been simpler.

“Keeping your pile aerated is key to keeping it odor-free,” counsels Elle

MacKenna, a home improvement contractor and design consultant. “A good mix of materials will allow oxygen in, keeping smells away and helping your pile compost quicker.” She suggests adding moist, shredded newspaper or thin cardboard to give some variety to the compost make-up.

Farmer Annie Farrell, of Millstone Farm, in Wilton, Connecticut, which specializes in heirloom, organic vegetables and heritage (pure-bred) chickens, sheep and pigs, says composting at home is as simple as investing in three metal or plastic garbage cans designated for the purpose of food waste and yard scraps.

She sets the three cans off the ground using cinder blocks, drilling half-inch holes into the cans to allow air to circulate. Next, she layers foliage clippings, food matter and old newspapers in what she describes as a “lasagna-like mix,” in bin number one. As the mixture begins to decompose, she dumps it into the second bin, followed by the third bin when it’s almost ready for use. (Using multiple bins to “turn” the compost also allows oxygen in, an essential part of the process.) Farrell likes to use bungee cords to secure the lids to prevent animals from getting in.

Other store-bought variations on composting bins range from compact ceramic, bamboo and stainless steel crocks and pails for indoor storage to outdoor tumblers (for easy turning) and stackable “worm bins” that can hold up to 90 gallons. When worms are enlisted, composting goes by the name of vermiculture.

Worms—ideally, red worms, which do well in confinement and eat more than their own weight in food each day—produce the most fertile garden soil. They also speed the process of breaking down waste into soil, while helping to keep smells at bay. Kids also are more likely to get involved when adults enlist the help of a few hundred wiggling allies.

Brita Belli is the editor of E – The Environmental Magazine.

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Wedding Planning Goes Digital ~ From blogs to Facebook, wedding planning has become an online community affair. “More and more, brides are turning to wedding forums to look for fresh wedding ideas and the latest wedding trends, as well as resources,” says Christine Dyer, founder of BridalTweet. com. Brides are connecting with each other for advice, support and are even trading recommendations for vendors and other service providers on community-based social networks like BrideShare.net.

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Shifts toward sustainability in the wedding industry are now allowing brides and grooms to achieve the wedding day of their dreams in budget-friendly ways. Couples are using the big occasion as an opportunity to nurture their personal and financial well-being, protect the environment and support their communities. We may all be inspired by their example in choosing these top sustainable alternatives to standard wedding practices.

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The Times Are A-Changing ~ Romantics are scheduling their nuptials on weeknights, Sundays, and even early mornings in 2010. It’s less expensive to book a venue or caterer on these days at these times, and as telecommuting becomes increasingly popular, workers have more flexible schedules. Sunrise ceremonies can be bookended by chic mid-week dinner receptions and brunch parties.

Bright Bridal Shoes ~ Bridal shoes in bright and bold hues like fuchsia, emerald green and electric blue are in. Colored shoes are a stylish surprise under a white wedding gown and, unlike white and dyed pastel satin versions, can be worn again and again.

There’s No Place Like Home ~ From venues to menus, couples are making efforts to reduce their carbon footprint and cut their budgets by keeping celebrations “all in the neighborhood.”

Backyard weddings are helping guests cut back on travel, and caterers are responding to clients’ demands for more locally produced food. Wedding favors and decorations now come from local artisans and shops.

Something Old, Something New ~ The hottest sustainable trend for 2010 weddings is incorporating recycled elements like gently used bride and bridesmaids dresses, pre-owned wedding decorations and vintage bridal jewelry. Brides now joining the wedding resale revolution are using sites like RecycledBride.com and discovering how easy it is to save money and be a little greener by buying and selling their wedding items.

Floral Options ~ Conventional cut flowers are expensive, plus, they’re grown with pesticides and have a huge carbon footprint, so couples are instead decorating with living succulents and paper flowers. Many will eschew the floral look altogether by using soy

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hen Brian Paffen stood in his laundry room in North Carolina making homemade soaps in 2004, he never dreamed that what started out as a hobby and part-time enterprise would turn into a full-time career.

Now, six years later, his business, Herbal Art, is going strong and offering more than just soap.

Passionate about health and wellness, Paffen has used organic soaps all his life. He says they are better for the complexion and skin tone and even help makeup stay on longer. Paffen decided he could improve upon the soaps that were already available, so after some research and development, he began making his own. Four years ago, he relocated his business to Indiana and simultaneously reformulated his soaps to be more compatible with the area’s hard water.

“In hard water, soaps often don’t lather up, keep their fragrance or even hold up well,” explains Paffen. Through trial and error, he eventually found a formula that

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works. He also discovered a local need for other organic products, such as skincare lotions and candles. Everything is made by hand, using all natural ingredients, in his 1,000-square-foot basement (a step up from his laundry room), and 90 percent of his raw materials come from local sources in Indiana.

A few months ago, Paffen expanded his reach even further by adding a green wedding line that offers environmentally friendly wedding and bridal shower favors, bridal party gifts and wedding accessories. The favors are made of seeded paper in a variety of shapes that guests can moisten and plant after the wedding.

Gift sets include seeded gift bags, complete with Paffen’s line of homemade soaps, lotions, soy candles and more.

Paffen partnered with Pam Teal to create eco-friendly seed paper wedding invitations called Growing Love.

“It’s a perfect name, because you are able to grow beautiful flowers out of love, plus give Mother Nature back what she provides for us,” says Teal.

She creates the green invitations, while Brian provides the green gifts and favors.

Growing Love’s invitations include flowers such as larkspur, carrot tree fern and bachelor buttons.

Seeded invitations with a vellum overlay, seeded envelopes and guest books and eco-friendly botanical embellishments such as pressed flower stickers, are also available. Teal also creates eco-friendly hemp jewelry

for the bridal party and groomsmen, under the name LaBella Hemp, that she sells at Herbal Art. “I use the finest white hemp, plus gems and glass beading,” she advises.

An expanding and appreciative client base tells Paffen that his passion for health and wellness is shared by local residents and online customers. The Fishers Chamber of Commerce, which annually celebrates business excellence through its Pillar Awards program, honored Herbal Art with its 2009 award for Emerging Growth, for providing a positive economic impact. Although he is proud of the recognition, Paffen says that seeing his customers happy and returning to the store time after time is his greatest reward. “I just live for it.”

Herbal Art is located in the Fishers Office Suites at 11650 North Lantern Road, Ste. 205, in Fishers. For more information, call 317-418-8227 or visit HerbalArtOnline.com.

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This is Freewheelin’ Community Bikes, a nonprofit organization under the direction of Nancy Stimson, a former United Methodist minister and biking enthusiast.

Although summer days are usually meant for pedaling toward adventure while listening to the whir of two rubber tires over pavement, that isn’t the case at Freewheelin’. Here, youths spend summer days adjusting chains, patching tires, tightening spokes, greasing wheel bearings and learning road safety, all before the pleasure of the ride.

Each student participates in the Learn and Earn program, a series of 10 lessons where youths (age 10-15) learn the basics of bike mechanics and work at their own pace to restore and recycle old or unwanted bicycles to give them new life. The end of the program reaps the sweet reward of bike ownership.

Students ride off with a helmet, lock, water bottle and a sense of pride after using patience, skills and knowledge to create their own riding machine.

Stimson says that by believing in the worth and gifts of each person to enrich the world, Freewheelin’ uses bicycles to bring out the best in people and in community. They do this not only by teaching kids mechanical and riding skills through the Learn and Earn lessons, but also by offering mountain biking adventure camps, neighborhood rides and other riding programs for all ages.

“As we work with our students, we happily accept donations of bikes in any condition,” says Stimson. “With the assistance of our youths and adult volunteers, we give these bikes new life, turning them back into the shiny, freewheelin’ fun machines they once were.” The reliably running bikes are then sold to the public at prices ranging from $20 to more than $300.

Stimson credits the success of the organization to the many volunteers who tirelessly donate time and talent towards its mission. “The best part of it all is the people,” she explains. “More than anything else in life, starting and running Freewheelin’ has given me a renewed faith in the goodness and open-heartedness of people.”

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FRIDAY, JUNE 4 17th Annual Miracle Ride – 8am. A huge motorcycle rally with thousands of riders (Jun 6), plus a variety of events at other venues around Indy on Fri/ Sat. Hours and activities vary daily. Proceeds benefit Riley Children’s Hospital. Info: 812-988-2116 or MiracleRide.net.

Doga with Mimi Sosa – 1pm and 3pm. Relax and have fun doing yoga with one’s dog. Part of the proceeds benefit GlobalPeaceInitiatives.net. With Janet Tarr. $15. The Labyrinth, 2809 State Rd, 38 E, Westfield. 317-440-1732. J-Tarr.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 5

Mark Your Calendar Mayors Bike Ride – 9am, registration, 10am, ride. City of Indianapolis and the Marion County Health Department. Will highlight the newest bike lanes on Allisonville Rd. Allisonville Elementary School, 4900 E 79th St, Indianapolis. HHC.Kavi.com/Events/BikeRide.

Meditation Workshop – Saturdays, Jun 5-July 10. 12:30-2pm. $74. Village Yoga, 14741 Hazel Dell Crossing, Noblesville. 317-569-9090. Eric@ PathwaysToWellness.us. PathwaysToWellness.us.

Qi Gong I – 1:30-3:30pm. Introduction to Qigong practices and theory. Learn how Qigong works to promote overall health. Instructor: Jim Johnson with Classical Systems Certified Qigong/Tai Chi Easy Instructor from the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi. $25. Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-253-5683. WendyWellness@ sbcglobal.net. MotherNatureSun.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 6 If You Want Something Make Room For It – 9:30am-6pm. A one-day retreat designed to help one quickly and easily materialize goals, needs and dreams which seem elusive or energy draining while remaining comfortable during the uncertainties of transition. $145/person or $250/couple. Held at 8944 Bay Breeze Ln, Indianapolis. 317-823-8865.

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Pay What You Can Yoga Class – 12:15-1:30pm.

All levels. Open to anyone who wants to come. Inner Peace Yoga Center, 5038 E 56th St, Indianapolis.

317-257-9642. IPYC.org.

1620 W Oak St, Ste 100, Zionsville. Contact Kathy: 317-733-9630. DocWhalen@ZionsvilleChiropractic.com. ZionsvilleWellnessChiropractic.com.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9

Mark Your Calendar Indianapolis Garden Club 15th Annual Garden Walk – 9am-4pm. Featuring five outstanding gardens. $35/walk only, $60/ walk & lunch. Register by June 2. Woodstock Club, 1301 W 38th St, Indianapolis.

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Juicing & Smoothies – 6-8pm. With Sarah Stout, CCN and certified raw foods chef. This monthly class will spice up one’s kitchen life in a tastefully healthful way. Each attendee will enjoy an ample tasting. $25; pre-register. Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr, Ste A, Zionsville. 317-8707220. WeCreateWellness.com.

THURSDAY, JUNE 10 Chakra Dhyana – 6:30-8pm. Bi-weekly. Chakra Dhyana is a series of chants that open the chakras (energy centers) and raises one’s vibration to allow more positive flow into one’s life. Consists of Kundalini warmup with Beatles, chanting the Chakra Dhyana with tuning forks, and 20-min meditation. $15. Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-253-5683.

WendyWellness@sbcglobal.net.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 11 Zoobilation 2010: Celebrating Cheetahs – 7pm12am. The zoo’s annual black-tie major fundraising event. $275. Indianapolis Zoo, 1200 W Washington St, Indianapolis. 317-630-2026. IndyZoo.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 12 Healthy Water – 9am-3pm. Discover the amazing health benefits of ionized/alkaline water. With Ionways President Jay Hare, National Executive Mike Hanley and special guest, physician Dr Ben Johnson of “The Secret.” Alkalize and energize, transforming one’s health. Hilton Indianapolis North, 8181 N Shadeland Ave, Indianapolis, 317-590-6042.

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TUESDAY, JUNE 8

Circle City Pride Parade and Festival – 10am7pm. Free. American Legion Mall, 700 N Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis. 317-435-4923. IndyPrideInc. org.

Health & Wellness 101 – 5:30pm. Many of today’s health problems are lifestyle related. Will cover the “must know” seven basic steps to guide one on the path to health and wellness. Free; limited seating.

Zionsville Holistic Chiropractic & Wellness Canter,

Raw Foods Certification Class – 10am-2pm. Open to people of all levels of health who are headed towards a raw lifestyle. $125. Reinventing Wellness, Sarah Stout. Register: 317-408-0110.

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SUNDAY, JUNE 13 Keema’s Karma Yoga – 11am-12:15pm. All levels.

Meditative Yoga class for students of all levels. Free.

Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis, 317-253-5683. WendyWellness@sbcglobal.net.

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Pay What You Can Yoga Class – 12:15-1:30pm.

All levels. Open to anyone who wants to come. Inner Peace Yoga Center, 5038 E 56th St, Indianapolis.

317-257-9642. IPYC.org.

TUESDAY, JUNE 15 Health & Wellness Fair – 5-9pm. Wellness events will offer a wide array of health, beauty, and fitness products, providers, services, information and experts. Over 20 professionals will be on hand to discuss on health and fitness-related topics with attendees. Free. LA Fitness, 2744 E 146th St, Carmel.

317-536-5050. WellnessEventsLLC.com.

Introduction to Holistic Wellness Care – 5:30pm.

This informative presentation is designed for prospective and new patients. Will explain all of our holistic and wellness services so that one will achieve health goals with us. Free; limited seating. Zionsville Holistic Chiropractic & Wellness Canter, 1620 W Oak St, Ste 100, Zionsville. Contact Kathy: 317-733-9630.

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 16 Hyperactive Child, Holistic ADHD Answers – 6-7:30pm. With Dr. Lauren Montieth. A free community event for parents, teachers or adults that want more answers. Will dive into easily understood information on what it is, what it isn’t, pros and cons to medical and alternative treatment and testing options, and dietary modifications and recommendations that have successfully helped thousands of hyperactive children. Free; pre-register. Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr, Ste A, Zionsville. 317-870-7220. WeCreateWellness.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 18 Intro to Vastu Shastra – 6-7:30pm. Vastu Shastra is Sanskrit for Building Science and the first “green building” science. It uses energy from the sun, the planets and the 5 elements of nature to create harmony in one’s home. Workshop includes yantras/ materials. $25. Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-253-5683. WendyWellness@ sbcglobal.net. MotherNatureSun.com.

The Chakras and Dynamic Transformation – Jun 18-19. 7-9pm. Learn to transcend the fundamental polarities of life, where we experience melodramas, suffering, distress and physical symptoms. Each session will include theory and practicum. $50/Fri, $85/Sat, $125/Both. Inner Peace Yoga Center, 5038 E 56th St, Indianapolis. Carol Crenshaw: 317-2579642. Carol@ IPYC.org. IPYC.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 19 Art of the Breath – 2:30-5pm. An exploration of pranayama and meditation for better health. Workshop is part lecture, part practice and participants will leave with a foundation for home pranayama practice, as well as a better understanding of how pranayama and meditation complement yoga asana practice. $25. Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-253-5683. WendyWellness@ sbcglobal.net. MotherNatureSun.com.

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Mark Your Calendar Fathers Day and Pet Parade – 1pm. Bring four-legged friends and Dads out for the annual pet parade on the brick streets of Zionsville.

Grand Marshal of the parade is “Butler Blue II.” Main St, Zionsville.

TUESDAY, JUNE 22 Men’s Health – 5:30pm. Dr. Whalen will be talking to men about the dollars and sense of wellness care pertaining to men’s health concerns. Free; limited seating. Zionsville Holistic Chiropractic & Wellness Center, 1620 W Oak St, Ste 100, Zionsville. 317733-9630. DocWhalen@ZionsvilleChiropractic. com. ZionsvilleChiropractic.com.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23 Holistic Women’s Health Workshop – 6-8pm.

Three-part series on the hottest issues in women’s health. Will discuss common conditions such as: thyroid dysfunction, adrenal fatigue, weight loss, depression, anxiety, migraines, cholesterol, menopause and PMS, natural hormone balancing, osteoporosis, arthritis, and cancer. $25. Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr, Ste A, Zionsville. 317-8707220. WeCreateWellness.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 26 Sacred Sound Meditation – 5-7pm. Tibetan Bowl Master Marion Causey and Sacred Voice EnCHANTress Melinda de Marmion weave bowls, gongs, and heartfelt voice in trancing primal tones and chants to “tune” the body, mind and spirit to a sense of peace. Bring comfort items, pillow, yoga mat, blankets. $20. Mother Nature’s Sun, 6516 Ferguson St, Indianapolis. 317-253-5683. Wendy Wellness@sbcglobal.net. MotherNatureSun.com.

TUESDAY, JUNE 29 Health & Wellness Fair – 5-9pm. See Jun 15 description. LA Fitness, 6160 N Keystone Ave, Indianapolis. 317-536-5050. WellnessEventsLLC.com.

Introduction to Holistic Wellness Care – 5:30pm.

See Jun 15 listing. Zionsville Holistic Chiropractic & Wellness Canter, 1620 W Oak St, Ste 100, Zionsville. Contact Kathy: 317-733-9630. DocWhalen@ZionsvilleWellnessChiropractic.com.

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ongoingevents daily Waterman’s Farm Market – 8am-7pm. Large variety of produce and food related products. 7010 E Raymond St. WatermansFarmMarket.com.

sunday Yoga Flow – 4-5:15pm. All levels of experience.

A unique, complete way to improve flexibility and strength in one’s body, mind and life. $15/ class; $60/5 classes. Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr, Ste A, Zionsville.

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Meditation Class – 5:30-6:30pm. Manage stress, anxiety, control high blood pressure, insomnia, headaches, and mental fatigue. Learn breathing and relaxation techniques and build a strong support system with like-minded friends. Free; pre-register.

Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr, Ste A, Zionsville. 317-870-7220. WeCreateWellness. com.

monday Farm Market – Thru Oct. Mon-Wed, 9am-6pm; Thu-Sat, 9am-7pm. Featuring quality apples, pumpkins, plants, local food, produce, meat, and more. Tuttle Orchards, 5717 N County Rd 300 West, Greenfield. 317-326-2278. TuttleOrchards.com.

Zumba Fitness – 4:45-5:40pm. Looking for a fun workout after a long day at the office? Look no further. First class free with coupon. $5/class. Indianapolis City Market, 2nd fl E wing, 222 E Market St, Indianapolis. 317-492-3253. Tita_64@yahoo.com.

Mat Combo Class – 5:30-6:30pm. A complete blend of stretching and strengthening that works the entire body and major muscle groups.

Pilates Wellness Canter, 1233 Parkway Dr, Zionsville. Contact Tobie Hall: 317-873-2163.

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Animal Communication Workshop – 6:30-8pm.

Pre-requisite: Introduction to Animal Communication. Learn additional tips, techniques, and strategies to help connect with animals and have the support of classmates and longtime professional animal communicator Shannon Gross while practicing new skills over a period of four weeks. $120. Contact Shannon for dates: Shannon@ShannonGross.com.

Tai Chi Easy Class – 7-8pm. All levels, no experience. De-stress with this modified Tai chi program.

Included is Qigong moving-breathing exercises, Tai chi movements, meditation, self hand and foot massage. $11/class; $54/6. The Healing Chi Wellness Center, 72 S Jefferson St, Danville. 317-441-2111.

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Carmel. 317-872-9300. MorterHealthCenter.com.

Women’s Community Drum Circle – 7-8pm. No experience needed. Drumming is a great way to relieve stress and connect with other women in a spirit of unity. All drums and percussion provided.

“Journey,” a group discussion on current empowerment issues, follows the circle. $5. Bongo Boy Music and Wellness Center, 8481 Bash St, Ste1100, Castleton. 317-771-0241. Lisa@BongoBoyMusic. com. BongoBoyMusic.com.

tuesday Bar/Mat Class – 9:30-10:30am. Using a ballet barre with light weights and a round ball, challenge the body with isometric moves. Merging yoga and Pilates postures. Pilates Wellness Studio, 1233 Parkway Dr, Zionsville. Contact Tobie Hall: 317873-2163. PilatesWellnessStudio.com.

Farmers’ Market at Wishard Hospital – 11am1:30pm. Local farmers to sell fresh fruits, vegetables and plants at hospital. Visitors welcome. Wishard Hospital, 1001 W 10th St, Indianapolis. 317-6307750.

Sahaja Meditation – 7-8pm. Discover inner peace; get rid of anxiety and stress. Experience a simple yet powerful meditation technique. Free. Franklin Road Branch Library, 5550 S Franklin Rd, Indianapolis, 317-456-2021, IndianaMeditation@gmail.com.

wednesday Wellness Walks – 9-9:30am and 6-6:30pm. All ages and levels. The Power of Slow Gear. This class utilizes slower movements, engaging one’s muscles differently. Combines stretching, breathing, posture, sideways and backward movement, low impact. $10/class, $7/if bring a friend. The Labyrinth, 2809 State Rd 38 E, Westfield. Janet Tarr, 317-440-1732.

J-Tarr.com.

Indianapolis Farmers’ Market at the City Market – 9:30am-1:30pm. Market Street between Delaware and Alabama sts, Indianapolis. 317-634-9266.

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Farmers’ Market at Stadium Village – 4-7:30pm.

This brand-new market will house 25-30 vendors, and is a 100% grower/producer market. Free parking is available in the Shapiro’s parking lot. Stadium VillageFarmersMarket.com.

Gentle Yoga – 11am-12pm. Focus on sequences to relieve fatigue and stress. Postures will focus on breathing and movement to encourage energy and relaxation. Props will be used and modifications made as necessary. Pilates Wellness Center, 1233 Parkway Dr, Zionsville. Contact Tobie Hall: 317873-2163. PilatesWellnessCenter.com.

Yoga Flow – 6-7:15pm. See Sunday listing. Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr, Ste A, Zionsvile. 317-870-7220. WeCreateWellness.com.

Greenwood Farmers’ Market – 2:30-6pm. Greenwood Public Library, 310 S Meridian St, Greenwood. 317-883-9144. OldTownGreenwood.com.

Evening with the Doctor – 7-8:15pm. Learn about the Bio-Energetic Synchronization Technique that is an extraordinarily effective healing modality. Learn about the six essentials for a healthy pain free life, and what one can do to get better faster and stay better longer. Free; reservation required. Morter Health Center, 10439 Commerce Dr, Ste 140,

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Plainfield Town Center Farmers’ Market – 4-7pm. Plainfield Plaza, 1800 E Main St, Plainfield.

317-839-3800.

12-Step Meditation – 7-8pm. This gathering is open to anyone working a 12-step program of recovery regardless of addiction. Based loosely on “The 12-Step Buddhist,” by Darren Littlejohn, this group is meant to complement rather than take the place of regular 12-step meetings. No experience in meditation required. Free. Held at 125 Spruce St, Indianapolis. 317-637-5683. Joanhm@mac.com.

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Sahaja Meditation – 7-8pm. Discover inner peace; get rid of anxiety and stress. Experience a simple yet powerful meditation technique. Free. Old National Bank, 4805 E 96th St, Fishers, 317-456-2021. IndianaMeditation@gmail.com.

Indianapolis. Contact Matt Zentz: 317-430-5804 or MZentz@Marketpath.com. CastletonTM.org.

38th and Meridian Farmers’ Market – 4-6:30pm.

North United Methodist Church, 3808 N Meridian St, Indianapolis. 317-924-2612.

Geist Farmers’ Market – 2:30-6:30 pm. 8115 Oaklandon Rd (intersection with Fox Rd), Indianapolis.

317-517-0484.

Farmers’ Market at Chateau Thomas Winery – 4-7pm. Chateau Thomas Winery, 6291 Cambridge Way, Plainfield. 317-837-9463. ChateauThomas. com.

Healthy Chocolate: Find Out More – 7pm. An hour that could change one’s life. To get one’s free chocolate, say Joyce sent you. Holiday Inn at the Pyramids. For more info: 317-363-2262.

Mind, Body, Spirit Class – 7-8pm. First Thursday each month. Tap into and live from one’s wisdom within. With Life Coach Dane McCullough. Discover one’s full potential. Free. Life Coach Dane & Company, 2424 E Main St, Plainfield. 317-4327426. DaneMcCullough@aol.com. LifeCoach Dane.com.

Community Drum Circle – 7:15-8:30pm. No experience needed. Release some tension and stress.

Nothing needed except a willingness to have fun; all drums and percussion provided. $5 hand drum class from 6:30-7pm if want a lesson in the basics prior to the drum circle. Free. Bongo Boy Music and Wellness Center, 8481 Bash St, Ste 1100, Castleton.

317-771-0241. Lisa@BongoBoyMusic.com. Bongo BoyMusic.com.

friday Farmers’ Market in Westfield – 4-8pm. Walnut and Main sts, Westfield. 317-867-5427. DWNA.org.

The Green Market – 4-8pm. Shop from local farmers and artisans. Get fresh vegetables and local handmade goods and support the community at the same time. The Green Market, 9101 Moore Rd, Zionsville. TPFOrganics.com.

saturday Broad Ripple Farmers’ Market – 8am-12:30pm.

Some vendors open at 7:30am. Broad Ripple High School, 1115 Broad Ripple Ave, in lot behind school, Indianapolis. 317-299-7129.

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Toastmasters – 7am. Develop one’s communication skills to open doors in one’s personal and professional life. Free. La Peeps, 8255 Craig St, Ste 102,

Binford Farmers’ Market – 8am-12pm. Hawthorn Plaza, Binford Blvd and 62nd St, Indianapolis. 317841-0755. BinfordFarmersMarket.com.

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Farmers’ Market at Zionsville – 8-11am. Main St and Hawthorne, Zionsville. Contact Tony Suttle: 317-733-6343.

Fishers Farmers’ Market – 8am-12pm. Fishers Train Station, 11601 Municipal Dr, Fishers. 317-578-0700.

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Greenwood Farmers’ Market – 8am-12pm. Greenwood Public Library, 310 S Meridian St, Greenwood. 317-883-9144. OldtownGreenwood.com.

Noblesville Farmers’ Market – 8am-12:30pm.

Riverview Hospital, 395 Westfield Rd, located next to the hospital at Conner St (Ind 38 and Ind 19), Noblesville. 317-776-0205.

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Yoga Flow – 9-10:15am. See Sunday listing. Optimal Wellness Center, 4545 Northwestern Dr, Ste A, Zionsvile. WeCreateWellness.com.

Kids Rhythm Club – 10:45-11:30am. Ages 3-12, parents encouraged to participate. Explore recreational music making through rhythm-based games using various instruments. $5/child; free/parents.

Bongo Boy Music and Wellness Center, 8481 Bash St, Ste 1100, Indianapolis. 317-771-0241. Lisa@ BongoBoyMusic.com. BongoBoyMusic.com.

Quantum Fit Open House – 12-1:30pm. First Saturday each month. Learn Quantum Fit’s training methods: teaches core movements, sound nutritional basics and takes one through one’s fitness assessment workout. Free. Quantum Fit (inside Broad Ripple Martial Arts), 5145 E 65th St, Indianapolis.

317-658-1827 Info@QFitIndy.com. QFitIndy.com.

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VOLUNTEERING N.A. INDY VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITY – Natural Awakenings of Indianapolis is seeking individuals to provide hands-on support for natural living fair in August. For more information call Nancy at 317-862-6332.

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ANIMAL RIGHTS/WELFARE HUMANE SOCIETY OF INDIANAPOLIS

7929 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis 317-872-5650 IndyHumane.org HSI is the first choice in providing direct services for shelter cats and dogs, including adoption, foster home placement, behavior training, appropriate medical care, and affordable spay/neuter services.

See ad on page 2.

9780 Lantern Rd., Ste. 230, Fishers, IN 46037 317-863-0365 DrPennella.com Comprehensive chiropractic care for the entire family. We may help you with ADHD, allergies, asthma, pain, ear infections, pinched nerves, nutrition and more. See ad on page 8.

CLEANSING WATERS

XOCAI HEALTHY CHOCOLATE Joyce Kleinman 317-363-2262 TheHealthyChocolateTeam.com

A delicious, diabetic-friendly, unprocessed Belgian chocolate with more antioxidants in one 33-calorie piece than 1/2 pound of raw spinach. No preservatives or caffeine. See ad on page 22.

5501 E. 71st St., Ste A, Indianapolis, IN 317- 259-0796 CleansingWaters.net We promote a “cleansing” lifestyle that focuses on balancing the inner ecosystem at our colon hydrotherapy c e n t e r. T h i s l i f e s t y l e incorporates regular internal cleansing, detoxification and nourishment programs. See ad on page 11.

FARMERS’ MARKETS/ NATURAL/ORGANIC THE GREEN MARKET

CHIROPRACTOR SPINAL LOGIC CHIROPRACTIC 1300 E. Main St., Danville, IN 46122 317-745-5111 SpinalLogicChiropractic.com

9101 Moore Rd., Zionsville 317-733-1700 TradersPointCreamery.com Indiana’s only year-round market, bringing you sustainably produced local goods. Summer hours, Fridays from 4-8pm. See ad on page 15.

Receive only the finest quality care through the use of modern chiropractic equipment and technology.

Natural alternatives for headaches, pain, fatigue, and more. See ad on page 15.

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John Ferree and Kelly Funk 317-509-7828 SeldomSeenFarm.com June through October, our CSA supplies the Indianapolis area with high-quality fresh produce, herbs and flowers, including fresh salad mix, and heirloom tomatoes.

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GREEN CLEANING SERVICES TEAM GREEN SWEEP

317-603-4039 TeamGreenSweep@gmail.com TeamGreenSweep.com We are a green residential and commercial cleaning company utilizing natural, biodegradable, ecofriendly products. Our mission is to improve your living and working environments’ total wellness.

See ad on page 21.

HEALTH/SUPPLEMENTS SHAKLEE

Tammy Mutter HealthyUBiz.com 866-511-3987 Increase energy/immune function, optimize health goals with raw food supplements, non-toxic cleaning and skin care, sports nutrition, anti-aging. Trusted

by NASA, U.S. Olympic athletes, the White House and more. Career opportunities. See ad on page 28.

HOLISTIC PROVIDER ZIONSVILLE HOLISTIC CHIROPRACTIC AND WELLNESS CENTER 1620 W. Oak St., Ste 100, Zionsville 317-733-9630 ZionsvilleChiropractor.com We provide gentle exact chiropractic adjustments; whole food nutrients; timetested homeopathy to balance body chemistry; and a very powerful breakthrough system to release extremely damaging emotional stress and tension.

See ad on page 20.

HYPNOTHERAPY

YOGA SOURCE YOGA

CONSCIOUS CHOICE HYPNOSIS AT MANGO BAY SPA 1329 W. 96th St., Indianapolis 317-846-3427 MangoBaySpa.com

Facilitating healthier and happier choices. Stress management, weight loss, smoking cessation, past life regressions, sleep therapy, test and study anxiety, fear control, self-esteem and confidence builder. Complimentary consultation.

NATUROPATHS GOOD WORKS WELLNESS Pamela Reilly, Naturopath 317-489-0909 Pamela@ GoodWorkWellness.com

Providing professional Naturopathic consultation and coaching to help you achieve the highest level of health possible using natural methods. Services available in English and Spanish.

NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN DAVIS CLINIC

Board Certified Naturopathic Physician 317-635-0335 Aaron@DavisClinic.com Dr. Davis provides naturopathic medicine to prevent and treat chronic disease, combining Western medical knowledge and natural therapies to support your health and vitality. See ad on page 17.

8609 E. 116th St., Fishers 317-915-9642 SourceYoga.net

NUTRITIONIST REINVENTING WELLNESS

Yoga is a scientific discipline of removing or eradicating stress and tension at its source. We provide you with the tools for becoming strong in mind and body. Over 20 classes, workshops and personal training.

Sarah Stout CCN, HHC, Raw Foods Chef 317-408-0110 SStoutCCN@gmail.com Offering a variety of nutritional and holistic health counseling services.

Specializing in raw foods certifications, private cooking classes, corporate services, and menu planning. See ad on page 21.

WELLNESS CENTER OPTIMAL WELLNESS CENTER

4545 Northwestern Dr., Ste. A, Zionsville 317-870-7220 WeCreateWellness.com

PILATES

Specializing in family wellness and holistic pediatric care through chiropractic care, holistic medicine, wellness testing, nutritional counseling, NET, massage, reiki, cupping, yoga, meditation, weight loss, cleansing & detoxification. See ad on page 17.

PILATES WELLNESS STUDIO 1233 Parkway Dr., Zionsville, IN 317-873-2163 PilatesWellnessStudio.com

P i l a t e s p r ov i d e s h e a l t h y movement and builds strength from the “inside out.” It improves breathing, balance, posture and helps your internal systems function better. Also offering massage, yoga and personal training. See ad on page 19.

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