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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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Kids Like Classroom Pets, Animal Lovers Raise Doubts

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letterfrompublisher “When everyone takes care of himself, care is taken of all.” ~ English Proverb

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ccording to the National Alliance for Caregiving (NAFC), family members provide the foundation of long-term care in America. Thirty-four million people care for a chronically ill, disabled or aged family member or friend. Seventy-eight percent of adults living independently in a community that need long-term care depend on family and friends as their only source of help. Sixty percent of caregivers also work outside the home. NAFC reported a total of 436,992 caregivers in Louisiana in a 2004 survey, the latest compiled data.

Is it a surprise, then, that as many as 70 percent of caregivers themselves suffer from stress-related health issues? Obviously, we need to give more care to the caregivers, too. Everyone can benefit from some form of assisted living!

My own experience with caregiving, although brief, opened my eyes to the challenges faced by caregivers. I was in my 20s when my mother was diagnosed with terminal cancer. During her last 18 months with us, her large family jumped in to support however they could, so no one had to go it alone as a caregiver. Because I was living in another city, married and working full-time, I periodically took a few weeks off to do my part. Her youngest sister took charge the rest of the time, and I saw how hard it was on her.

The experience proved to be an especially draining process for my aunt, stepfather and me, both emotionally and physically. I recall being ill often during that time.

Since then, through Natural Awakenings, I’ve come to learn how stress negatively affects our immune system.

What can the rest of us do for the primary caregiver in a family and what can the caregiver do for herself? Author Deborah Shouse offers helpful suggestions this month in, “Conscious Caregiving: Nurture Yourself While Helping Another,” on page 19.

While the message is directed to care partners, we all can benefit from the experts’ recommendations for ongoing self-care.

Another editorial focus this month is the benefits of yoga, which have been well documented in clinical studies. Most people begin yoga to improve flexibility, but stay for its other benefits, including stress reduction, improved balance and fitness, and deepening spirituality, regardless of their religion. Yoga and meditation are practices anyone can fit into their day and are good ways to begin taking care of oneself. See article on page 27 and briefs.

This month we also remember and give thanks for the life of Lawrence “Step” Stepteaux, who passed in August, a dear friend to Southeast Louisiana’s holistic community. He’s a man full of love for everyone, well-loved by all that knew him.

He lived to help others, ever with a smile on his face and something positive to say.

In many ways we will miss one of our favorite community caregivers.

In peace and love,

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taying motivated is the key to any successful selfimprovement program, including weight loss and fitness.

No one understands this better than Iina Ester, a local fitness trainer and motivational speaker.

With a B.S. in exercise physiology from the University of Florida and after four years of designing state-of-the-art corporate wellness programs in Los Angeles, Ester found the hardest part was to keep people coming in, which inspired her to learn more about how to keep clients motivated. Ultimately this led her to a Ph.D. in exercise science with a focus on motivation and behavioral science from Georgia State University.

“I strongly believe that in order to stay motivated to accomplish a goal, you have to find the process of getting there somewhat enjoyable or at least mildly tolerable. If you try to accomplish a goal hating every minute of the journey, it’s highly unlikely that you’ll reach the top of the summit you seek much less maintain that new goal in the long-term,” says Ester.

“I am there to help my clients to stay motivated through their workouts and to learn new exercises until they feel ready to go at it on their own. My ultimate goal is to graduate them to living healthy on their own – although some clients do stay on for consistency and because they enjoy it.”

Offering outdoor and in-home settings, Ester works with individuals and families, tailoring fitness, nutrition, weight loss, and whole family makeovers to the client’s needs. For companies, community groups and organizations, she offers seminars on health, fitness and nutrition topics, group fitness classes, wellness workshops and motivational speaking.

Ester offers a small group class on Mondays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. and Wednesdays from 4 to 5 p.m., called Get Back in Shape. She describes it as a gentle and fun approach that mixes stretching, light calisthenics, yoga, balance and functional training. The location is near City Park. Call for more information.

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lowering Lotus Retreat and Meditation Center will offer three retreats in the fall. From September 19 to 21, The Journey to Awakening: walking the Eightfold Path with Carla Brennan will be offered. Participants will learn about the eightfold path to greater love, joy, peace, contentment, ease, openness, connection and clarity. The schedule combines formal teachings, sitting and moving meditations, reflection exercises and group discussions.

The Way to Happiness: a six day retreat with Venerable Pannavati and Venerable Pannadipa will take place October 11 to 16. Nibbana, or total freedom from suffering, will be the focus of this retreat. The cost is $450 with a $200 registration fee. The fee does not include donations to the teachers.

Mary Rees, an insight and mindfulness meditation teacher, will lead Trusting Emergence: the wisdom of insecurity retreat from November 7 to 9. Rees will be teaching a mindfulness and insight retreat, with a focus on opening to insight.

Most retreats are offered by donation only and the website gives recommended minimum amounts for donations. The center offers retreats throughout the year led by teachers recognized worldwide for their knowledge of Buddhist teachings and meditation techniques.

For more details and registration for retreats visit FloweringLotusMeditation. org or call 504-905-4090. See ad on page 26.

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n informational meeting about Wild Lotus Yoga’s Soul School 200-hour yoga teacher training program will be held on September 10, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Wild Lotus Yoga- Downtown, located on the upper second floor of the New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Avenue in New Orleans.

The program is facilitated by Sean Johnson and Mitchel Bleier.

Johnson, founder of Wild Lotus Yoga, is a nationally respected yoga teacher who shares inspirational yoga practice through storytelling, music and chant, mythology, poetic language and creative vinyasa yoga sequences.

Bleier is known for his broad knowledge of yoga topics, most n o t a b l y a s a n a , p h i l o s o p hy, therapeutics and adjustments. His classes are known for incorporating clear alignment direction, deep breathing and playful narrative of Indian philosophy and myth. He is a co-founder with his wife of Yoga Pata in Connecticut.

The informational event will provide an opportunity to meet Johnson and Bleier, as well as learn about the Soul School program, which is offered for those desiring to deepen their yoga and spiritual practice and learn the skills to teach yoga.

To make inquiries about the meeting, call 504-899-0047 or email teamlotus@wildlotusyoga.com Find more about Wild Lotus Yoga studios at WildLotusYoga.com. See ad on page 27.

hose 800 pound abstract sculptures of a person hailing a ride (or reaching for beads?), that are located around the city, are not part of an art exhibit. They are official meeting places where anyone can go for a safe ride if the mayor of New Orleans calls for a mandatory evacuation.

At these meeting places evacuees will find volunteers from Evacuteer.org there to help with the process.

Evacuteer.org is a nonprofit organization that recruits, trains and manages evacuation volunteers in the City of New Orleans. The trained volunteers are activated in response to a mandatory evacuation order to potentially move an estimated 25,000 to 30,000 residents who are without transportation.

Via an agreement with the City of New Orleans’ Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparednesss, the city authorizes Evacuteer.org to manage some 500 plus volunteers who work within the City Assisted Evacuation Plan at the 17 pick-up points, the Union Passenger Terminal, for evacuee processing, and at City Hall to assist with 311 hotline operation.

The Evacuteer.org website has a list and map of the meeting places and a list of what residents can bring with them when evacuating.

To inquire about becoming a volunteer, call 504-358-0455 or email hello@evacuteer.org.

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egans in New Orleans have some great options for dining out these days. Finding out where all these options are is now easier as well. That is in part thanks to Melissa Bastian, whose blogspot posts reviews of vegan friendly joints around New Orleans. Anyone looking for vegan fare will be pleased to check out the diverse list of restaurants, coffee houses, cafés and even food trucks that are reviewed. Some great vegan items will be found in surprising places.

An interactive map on the blogspot helps when looking for restaurants in a particular section of the city and surrounding area.

This spring, Bastian published the New Orleans in Green 2014 Vegan Friendly Restaurant Guide. A paper copy can be purchased on the blogspot site for $4. It is also available at some of the vegan friendly restaurants in town.

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Patrón will expand the women’s services at PMA by providing holistic, comprehensive health care to women from adolescence and throughout their adult life. Services that she will offer are adolescent health care, contraceptive care, treatment for menstrual problems, evaluation and treatment of urinary tract problems and common vaginal infections, Emilie Patrón, WHNP pap smears, HPV screening, STD screening and treatment, and menopause health and problem management. Pregnancy testing as well as care before, during and after delivery also will be available. Patrón brings 13 years of experience as a registered nurse in labor and delivery and in neonatal intensive care.

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n January this year Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System (SLVHCS) Mental Health Service began providing yoga classes to veterans receiving mental health treatment in southeastern Louisiana.

The standardized yoga protocol is based upon research completed at SLVHCS that found veterans with post traumatic stress disorder, who participated in a yoga group, reported improvements in sleep and physiological arousal. The vinyasa style of yoga used in the groups emphasizes a therapeutic approach that links breath to movement and may assist veterans to gain mastery over distressing emotions, feel safer in their daily environments and experience an overall decrease in stress.

Evaluations conducted at the end of the initial phase of the program indicate that 100% of veterans who responded stated that they enjoyed the group very much or extremely and 100% stated that they would be extremely likely to recommend yoga to other veterans.

For more information about the program contact Dr. Madeline Uddo at 504-571-8296.

Reference for the published study: Staples, J.K., Hamilton, M.F., Uddo, M. (2013). A yoga program for symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder in Veterans. Military Medicine, 178, 854-860.

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wo scientific reviews of human clinical research have found that hatha yoga significantly reduces heart disease risk factors.

Researchers from Germany’s University of Duisburg-Essen reviewed 44 studies involving more than 3,000 people. Overall, the studies found that hatha yoga significantly reduced both systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

Yoga participants also showed lower respiratory and heartbeat rates, significantly reduced triglycerides and low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or bad cholesterol, and increased high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or good cholesterol. Several important diabetes risk markers decreased among the yoga participants; they also realized smaller waistlines.

Similar results were reached by scientists from the United Kingdom’s Warwick Medical School. In analyzing 11 studies involving 800 people, they found that regular yoga exercise both reduced diastolic blood pressure and triglycerides and increased beneficial HDL cholesterol levels.

ye health may be improved by taking certain antioxidant supplements, according to researchers at Austria’s Medical University of Vienna. They studied 40 healthy volunteers between the ages of 18 and 30 split into two groups, giving a control group a placebo pill and the other a supplement containing vitamins C and E, lutein, zeaxanthin, zinc, copper, selenium, gingko biloba, flavonoids, omega-3 fatty acids and alpha-lipoic acid.

The medical scientists tested the health and blood flow of the retinal artery, which feeds the eye with blood and nutrients. The results of the two-week trial showed the supplements significantly improved blood flow through the retinal arteries.

The supplements also helped protect the retinal arteries from free radical damage.

The scientists concluded that such supplementation can prevent a type of cellular dysfunction in the eye induced by oxidative stress that is assumed to play a role in age-related macular degeneration.

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Vitamin D3 Cuts Antibiotic Mindfulness Meditation Use by Elderly Can Hinder Onset of Alzheimer’s R esearch from the Queensland Institute of Medical Research, in Australia, has found supplemental vitamin D 3 reduces the incidence of infection among seniors. More than 600 subjects, ages 60 to 84, were divided into three groups and for one year took either 1,000 international units (IU) a day of vitamin D3, 2,000 IU a day of vitamin D3, or a placebo.

Those given the 2,000 IU of vitamin D3 per day were 28 percent less likely to require antibiotics prescriptions than those taking the placebo. Those older than 70 years were 47 percent less likely to be prescribed antibiotics than the placebo group.

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new study published in the journal Nutrafoods has confirmed that licorice extract helps reduce visceral fat in obese adults. The study tested 60 men and 60 women that were clinically obese with body mass index (BMI) scores of over 30.

For three months, they were given either a placebo pill or 300 milligrams per day of licorice root extract. Then they were tested for visceral fat using CT scans and measured for waist circumference, waist-to-hip measurements and BMI scores. The licorice extract group had significantly fewer visceral fat cells, lower BMI scores and reduced waist circumference compared with the placebo group. Previous research with the extract also showed similar weight-loss effects among human subjects.

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pilot study from the Harvard Medical School indicates yet another benefit of meditation.

The researchers tested 14 people with mild cognitive impairment, which often l e a d s t o A l z h e i m e r ’s disease, and provided them with either MindfulnessBased Stress Reduction training or standard care.

Brain imaging tests indicated that those engaged in meditative training had increased activity and connections among three areas of the brain—the posterior cingulate cortex, medial prefrontal cortex and left hippocampus. Although larger studies are needed, study authors remark, “These preliminary results indicate that in adults with mild cognitive impairment, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction therapy may have a positive impact on the regions of the brain most related to mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease.”

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Greenland a Big Contributor to Sea Level Rise

Celebrating Pesticide-Free Orchards The nationally acclaimed Rodale Institute will celebrate its fifth annual Organic Apple Festival on September 21 in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, more than 30 years after planting the trees.

Organizers note that when growers select just one genetic variety of apple to reproduce and cultivate, they create a monoculture that easily becomes more susceptible to pests and diseases than an orchard that hosts several varieties. An array of insects and blights favor this all-American fruit, which is why standard apples are the single-most pesticide-contaminated produce item at conventional groceries.

Large agribusiness operations typically grow fruit bred for durability and color during shipping and shelf life. Organic apples, by contrast, are chosen for flavor and regional adaptability.

New research by University of California-Irvine and NASA glaciologists published in Nature Geoscience shows that Greenland is more vulnerable to warm ocean waters from climate change than previously thought. Newly discovered deep valleys stretch for dozens of miles under the Greenland ice sheet in bedrock well below sea level. As subtropical Atlantic waters hit the fronts of hundreds of glaciers, their edges will erode much further than had been assumed and release far greater amounts of water.

Ice melt from the subcontinent has already accelerated as warmer marine currents have migrated north, although older models predicted that once higher ground was reached in a few years, the ocean-induced melting would halt, Greenland’s frozen mass would stop shrinking and its effect on higher sea waters would be curtailed.

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New EPA Rules Proposed for Climate Change The White House plans to cut carbon dioxide emissions from power plants by 30 percent by 2030. Each state will have its own goal within the overall national pollution reduction effort, an attempt to be politically a n d p ra c t i c a l l y f l e x i b l e i n i t s implementation. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Gina McCarthy explains, “Each state’s goal is tailored to its own circumstances, and states have the flexibility to reach the goal in whatever ways work best for them.”

States can renovate existing coalfired plants with newer, cleaner burning technology; switch coal plants to natural gas, which produces much less carbon; and work to persuade residents to be more efficient in their use of electricity. States can also band together in cap-and-trade networks for emission reductions, in which companies buy and sell permits allowing them to produce a certain amount of carbon emissions.

Clean producers can be sellers, dirtier producers buyers.

The program represents an absolute reduction in U.S. carbon emissions of nearly one-third, rather than a simple slowing in the growth rate of emissions. Contrary industry groups, many Republicans and some coal-state Democrats oppose the proposal due to its anticipated costs and increased regulations.

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Smartphone maker Nokia estimates most devices need only about two hours to fully charge, making overnight charging highly wasteful; users also should disengage and unplug chargers from the wall when they’re done.

Another helpful tip from BatteryUniversity.com is not to wait until cell phone power is nearly or completely depleted before recharging, because full discharges put a strain on the battery that can shorten its lifespan.

Umbra Fisk, an environmental columnist at Grist. org, advises using a power strip and even a timer as parts of a central charging area for all mobile devices to facilitate monitoring and reduce overcharging. Energy Star-qualified (EnergyStar. gov) cordless phones demand about half the energy of standard units.

Energy Star reports that the average U.S. household spends $100 annually to power devices while they are off, constituting nearly 10 percent of annual electric utility bills and amounting to an annual total of 100 billion-plus kilowatt hours of U.S. electricity consumption and more than $10 billion in annual energy costs.

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As United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon calls for heads of state to mobilize at an historic U.N. Summit on Climate Change that weekend, the people will demand action via the largest-ever climate change citizens’ demonstration.

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Other than the policy challenges related to the net metering cap, the industry is doing well, said Tucker Crawford of South Coast Solar. “We are preparing ratepayers for the future of energy delivery,” he said. “Utilities are going to have to introduce these technologies into the normal course of business. We are just forcing them to address the hard questions now.”

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Solar in Louisiana Hard Questions, High Stakes and a Need for a New Utilities Paradigm

Crawford explained that 2.5 percent of utility users in New Orleans have solar, compared to the entire state, which is at about .35 percent. California leads at 7 percent; most states with high solar penetration also have high energy costs – 24 cents per kilowatt hour (kWh) compared to 10 cents/kWh here.

There are 1.2 million utility customers in the state. Rooftop solar still only represents about one percent (1%) of the state’s fuel mix – others include natural gas (40%), coal (30%), nuclear (20%) and petroleum (9%), PosiGen’s Aaron Dirks said. The industry’s growth has also created more than 1,000 jobs, he said, and saved households up to $100 a month.

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ouisiana’s solar industry is sizzling. Solar companies popped up about five years ago, after federal and state tax credits provided financial incentives for customers. Now there are almost 10,000 systems in the state, half in Orleans Parish, putting an extra $50 or more into their owners’ pockets every month. Not everyone, however, is happy with this.

Orleans is Hot for Solar

The New Orleans solar industry is more stable than the rest of the state because Entergy New Orleans is regulated by the City Council, like other municipalities. All other utilities in the state are governed by the Louisiana Public Service Commission (LPSC), which imposed a cap on solar systems last year.

According to Casey DeMoss with the Alliance for Affordable Energy, that limits the rest of the state to about 7,000 systems.

“In New Orleans, pretty much anyone can put solar on their roof and net meter, because the City Council supports solar and independence,” DeMoss said. The city has about 5,000

“They can have a better lifestyle…,” said Bob Hessen of Acadian Solar. “This is discretionary money that they can buy something with – not coal-fired electric plants.”

In 2011, companies began leasing solar systems, some as low as $45 a month, in exchange for the tax credits, Dirks said, which helps homeowners who can’t front the $25,000 or so for a system (and don’t have the income to take the tax credit).

In the rest of the country, solar in 2013 represented only .2% of the fuel mix, with California and Arizona leading the pack. In Europe, German customers have switched at such a rate that solar penetration is now at 33 percent, Dirks said, causing the country’s utility to lose $3.2 billion last year. This is the dilemma for the utilities.

Utilities Need a New Paradigm

“Nationwide, utilities see solar as destructive because it challenges the fundamental paradigm of how energy is created and delivered,” DeMoss said.

The system of electricity generation and distribution was developed to be produced at centralized locations, far from population centers, with distribution lines going in all directions. The investment required takes decades to pay off – through fees in the electric bill – which only makes sense if the electric companies are regulated monopolies.

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customers, which further encourages them to leave the grid, DeMoss explained, saying the phenomena has been termed the “death spiral” for utilities. Where net metering is allowed, those who create their own energy can sell it back to the grid – that’s what makes it financially viable for most, Crawford said.

Solar customers can sell energy during the day and buy it at night at the same price (retail), DeMoss said, oftentimes not owing the utility anything.

“Entergy hates this policy – they want you to sell your energy to them at wholesale and then buy it from them at retail rate,” she said, noting that retail is 8 cents/kWh and wholesale is 3 cents/kWh. “We asked the LPSC for a cost benefit study [to determine:] are solar customers a benefit or a burden to the grid?”

“On sunny days solar customers are

Solar’s Future is High Stakes

Three utilities – including the WashingtonSt. Tammany Cooperative on the Northshore - recently claimed they hit the net metering cap, which is roughly .5% of their customer base, according to Colby Cook at the LPSC. The Alliance is an intervener in the judicial review of these claims, DeMoss said, along with the Gulf States Renewable Energy Industries Association (GSREIA). She said four solar companies have gone out of business.

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Charlotte Cavello with Entergy explained that solar generation “does little to offset demand when the need is greatest,” which is between 4 and 6 p.m. daily.

“While there is some benefit due to a reduction in the amount of energy needed by those customers and the corresponding fuel savings,” she wrote, “the intermittency of solar generation prevents the utility from being able to call on and dispatch the power as it can other types of resources such as combined-cycle gas turbines (CCGTs) and combustion turbines.

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communityspotlight Orthopedic Surgeon Kevin F. Darr, M.D. Innovative Technologies and the Body’s Natural Healers Will be the Future of Orthopedic Care.

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rthopedic surgeon Dr. Kevin F. Darr has spent a medical career that spans 20 years researching and applying the state of the art advances in orthopedic surgery and treatments. However, as more and more of his patients asked about nonsurgical treatments, he felt there was a real gap in the options he could offer. Dr. Darr wanted to be able to also offer nonsurgical options that were less invasive than surgery and carried lower risks than medications like steroids, which themselves can cause tissue damage with multiple use.

Dr. Darr’s research ultimately led to orthobiologics, specifically Combined Cell Therapy, a treatment that uses the patient’s own cells to stimulate healing in damaged joints. The treatment involves a concentration of the patient’s cells that are injected into the damaged tissue, acting as a potent anti-inflammatory as it nourishes and augments the body’s own healing processes.

Dr. Darr has brought this therapy to Louisiana through his participation in a collaborative IRB approved research study on the safety and effectiveness of Cell Therapy in reducing the pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis, the most common type of

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So far the investigators are very pleased with the favorable results. With a combination of Cell Therapy and Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP), many patients have experienced results in a matter of days and continue to improve over months, says Dr. Darr.

A second study, launched in August, uses the Combined Cell Therapy aimed at treating injury or diseases of tendons and ligaments. Patient’s are being accepted for this study also.

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medicine, Dr. Darr is certified in musculoskeletal ultrasound, a technology that he uses to place the Cell Therapy injections precisely at the site of damaged tissue. He has received specialized training in Cell Therapy as well.

Dr. Darr uses Cell Therapy and PRP to treat a variety of orthopedic conditions in addition to osteoarthritis – conditions such as orthopedic soft tissue injury, soft tissue injury in conjunction with surgical repair and avascular necrosis of the bone (bone tissue death).

Dr. Darr explains that his approach is to offer patients a ”true integration of therapies that augment the body’s own processes for healing and repair with state of the art conventional surgery.”

Another minimally invasive treatment is the ARP Wave (Accelerated Recovery Performance) technology that uses a series of external bio-electrical currents to stimulate the patient’s own healing process. Dr. Darr employs this to treat a variety of orthopedic disorders and injuries as well as to assist in postoperative recovery. He adds that this option is good for patients resistant to improvement with physical therapy alone.

Not all of Dr. Darr’s patients come to be treated for an injury or because they are in pain. Some come to improve their performance – whether it be in athletics or in recreational activities. Dr. Darr has the DEXA Scan (Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry Scan) to help these patients reach their goals. This machine, the only one on the Northshore, provides the most accurate and comprehensive measurements of bone density and body composition to help identify muscle weaknesses, muscle imbalances and even where the individual is prone to storing fat. With this information in hand, they can then develop an exercise plan to

correct the targeted deficiencies. Trainers often refer their clients for a DEXA Scan.

With a steady commitment to providing comprehensive and complete orthopedic care, Dr. Darr is filling the gap in orthopedic treatment options with innovative technologies that not only are minimally invasive, but that support the body’s own healing. Used alone or in combination with other therapies, including surgery when warranted, these new treatments have the potential to improve outcomes and therefore the lives of many patients. “I believe in the body’s natural ability to heal its self,” he says, and expresses that he feels that this will be the future of orthopedic care.

Individuals interested in participating in the studies can learn more about the guidelines and also payment options by contacting Dr. Darr’s office.

Kevin F. Darr, M.D. is board certified in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine and musculoskeletal ultrasound. His office is located at 19343 Sunshine Avenue, Covington. For more information call 985273-5888 or visit CovingtonOrtho.com.

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Parkway Partners will present an exceptional free educational series in September about green infrastructure called Green Keepers. “Its intent is to help New Orleanians learn how to live with storm water, while stimulating action at the community and homeowner level,” says Jean Fahr, the executive director at Parkway Partners. The Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans is helping to fund this series of workshops.

Green Keepers will launch on September 9, consisting of 15 hours of workshops over five sessions, which will be presented by some of the foremost local authorities on green infrastructure planning. Green Keepers will offer both classroom and hands-on education, so that after completing the series, New Orleanians can immediately and effectively reduce storm water runoff from

their properties. Field work will involve investigating current green infrastructure projects installed in the city.

“Here the intention is that individuals will also join forces through neighborhood associations and other groups to activate systems of green infrastructure in their communities,” Fahr explained.

The ultimate goal of most green infrastructure projects is to allow storm water to slowly permeate into the ground so that it can be used by plants and, at the same time, keep it out of the storm drains.

Traditional storm water infrastructure drains water into the sewerage system, which overtaxes pumps during storms, and increases peak flows of water in the surrounding water bodies to dangerous levels, among many other issues. Green infrastructure deals with storm water at its source while providing positive environmental, social and economic benefits, creating more livable cities that are better able to sustain themselves.

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Rain gardens, bioretention areas, vegetated swales, green roofs, porous pavements and vertical gardens can all support New Orleans’ green infrastructure. Learning which landscapes and hardscapes best support storm water are important to all homeowners and businesses in the city.

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and physical stress and balancing work and family responsibilities.

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f yo u ’r e d e p r e s s e d , t i r e d o r sick, your caregiving is likely to suffer,” counsels John Schall, CEO of Caregiver Action Network, in Washington, D.C., and a former family caregiver. “For the sake of your loved one, take care of yourself.”

The AARP estimates that some 34 million family caregivers provide for someone that is ill or disabled in the U.S. According to the National Alliance for Caregiving, in Bethesda, Maryland, caregivers generally struggle with finding time for themselves, managing emotional

When Lori La Bey’s mom was diagnosed with dementia, the daughter initially felt she was the only family member that could help her. However, gradually, the Minneapolis-based international caregiver advocate and founder of AlzheimersSpeaks.com learned to welcome help from others. “Being perfect gets in the way of true connections,” she observes.

Although La Bey began her caregiving out of love, the volume of related tasks soon sparked stress. That’s when she taught herself to slow down and reframe her outlook: Before going into her mom’s room, folding her laundry, scheduling healthcare practitioners and delivering dinner, La Bey paused to consciously ask: “Is Mom safe, happy and pain-free?” Centering on those three questions reminded her that she was doing this work out of love.

Psychotherapist Diana Denholm, Ph.D., of West Palm Beach, Florida, heightened her own consciousness by learning to see caregiving as a collaborative effort. Denholm, author of The Caregiving Wife’s Handbook: Caring for Your Seriously Ill Husband, Caring for Yourself (CaregivingWife.com), sought to

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keep her husband as engaged and active as possible.

When she had difficult issues to discuss, she’d make a “talking date” with him, offering choices by saying, “I’d love to chat with you. Would Tuesday before dinner or Thursday after breakfast work for you?” Before the date, she’d select a comfortable room and clear her mind by meditating, napping or mindfully sipping herbal tea. The conversations would cover anything from how to work with their health professionals to plans for his endof-life ceremony. They agreed on strategies and worked together as a team.

Redefine Assistance

“I’ll carry your luggage for you, Dad, since you’re not feeling well”… La Bey still remembers her father’s downturned mouth as she tugged the suitcase out of his hands. “I was trying to be helpful, but instead I took away his dignity and power,” she later realized. “If I had packed his bag lighter, he could have carried it like always.” When are we helping and when are we doing too much?

“Put yourself in the sick person’s shoes. Avoid doing something the person can do for himself,” agrees Denholm. Controlling behavior changes the dynamics of the relationship and can put the caregiver in a parental role. She recommends a holistic brainstorming exercise in which the caregiver writes answers to such questions as: What am I frustrated about? What really annoys me?

Why am I angry with myself?

The results offer a window to understanding our own feelings. “Feeling anger could mean we’re acting codependently and taking on too many responsibilities,” Denholm says. “The caregiver’s job isn’t to save the patient, but merely to support him or her in necessary ways.”

Ask for Help

“I don’t want to be a burden,” and “We’re afraid of losing our privacy,” and “I’m the only one who can take care of him; no one else can do it right,” are common concerns. “These self-limiting beliefs prevent people from reaching out for help,” says family caregiver and life coach Yosaif August, founder of Yes To Life Coaching ( Y e s To L i f e C o a c h i n g . c o m ) , i n Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and author of Coaching for Caregivers: How to Reach Out Before You Burn Out.

August quotes a recent Johns Hopkins study that reported caregivers might improve their health “… when caregiving is done willingly, at manageable levels and with individuals who are capable of expressing gratitude.” Accepting assistance makes caregiving more manageable.

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August also suggests creating a family Declaration of Interdependence, a personal statement documenting how the family prefers to be helped, along with the attitudes and behaviors they find especially supportive. Encourage family and friends to ask these two questions: “Are you open to advice?” and “Is this a good time to talk about your spouse’s condition?” Make muchneeded breaks sacrosanct from such discussions.

Nurture through Nourishment

More than 50 percent of caregivers surveyed in a 21st-century study spearheaded by the National Alliance for Caregiving reported, “I don’t have time to take care of myself.” That can translate to a lack of exercise, an unhealthy diet and little or no respite.

“If you aren’t healthy and strong, you can’t properly care for anyone else,” says Liana Werner-Gray, New York City natural lifestyle consultant and author of The Earth Diet (TheEarthDiet.org). To begin each day, she advises drinking one cup of warm water with juice from half a lemon, explaining that stress produces acid and lemon water metabolizes as alkalinity and helps keep the body’s pH balanced.

For healthy snacks, Werner-Gray recommends easy and nutrition-rich choices like fresh fruits, green smoothies, organic nut butters and a trail mix of raw nuts, seeds and dried fruits. Save time with the smoothies by making a large batch and freezing portions to enjoy

later. A basic recipe might include two handfuls of greens, such as spinach and kale, a banana and other fruits, almond milk or purified water and maybe adding flaxseed, cinnamon or goji berries. When appropriate, share the same healthboosting foods with the loved one.

Victoria Moran, of New York City, is the director of the Main Street Vegan Academy and author of a dozen books on health and well-being including Main Street Vegan and Living a Charmed Life.

She offers such conscious eating tips as eating full meals of “real” food instead of snacks; selecting beautiful foods; and ritualizing indulgences, such as a special spot for relaxing with highquality dark chocolate and tea using good china while listening to classical music.

Stand for Exercise

Even though caregivers may feel they don’t have time to spare, Dr. Jordan D. Metzl, author of The Exercise Cure, says it’s vital to incorporate physical activity.

He recommends starting by walking 30 minutes a day for one month. If necessary, it can be done in 10-minute increments.

According to a study by Mayo Clinic Physician James Levine, Ph.D., in Scottsdale, Arizona, “Sitting is the new smoking.” Researchers have linked sitting for long periods of time with a number of health concerns that include obesity, metabolic syndrome and increased risks of death from cardiovascular disease and cancer. The solution is to move more and sit less—walk while on the phone and stand up while reading. Metzl suggests a stretch break every 20 minutes. Three of his “commandments” for fitness are having fun, setting goals and minimizing sitting.

“Schedule exercise and respite breaks and make them as inviolate as a doctor’s visit,” advises Schall.

Commune with Spirit

August suggests establishing a twofold consciousness-raising ritual to welcome and appreciate life. Begin each day by showing gratitude for being alive and end it focused on forgiveness and gratitude.

“When you cultivate gratitude, you notice more things to be grateful for,” says August.

La Bey concurs, and writes down at least five things she is grateful for every day. She mentally replays time with her mom and appreciates the little moments and signs of hope, like “the twinkle in Mom’s eye or the way she held hands and smiled.” This puts her in an upbeat frame of mind when she drifts off to sleep. She also writes out her intention for the day, envisioning positive outcomes. She might affirm: “I am going to have a grace-filled day.

Things will go smoothly.”

Denholm centers herself by petting her cats. Some caregivers chant or practice meditation or mindful breathing, while others might take a walk, shop, or sit quietly in a church.

Notice Blessings

La Bey discovered that her journey as a caregiver also dramatically enhanced her own life. “Mom taught me so much,” she relates. “I learned compassion and unconditional love on multiple levels.

I learned to live in gratitude, instead of loss.”

August notes, “Even in the tough times, I experienced an engaged, poignant and rich connection with my parents.”

For Denholm, treasured gifts included strengthening her communication with her husband and working as a team.

“Allowing yourself to reach out for assistance and make time for respite will deeply enrich your caregiving experience,” concludes Schall.

Deborah Shouse is the author of Love in the Land of Dementia: Finding Hope in the Caregiver’s Journey. Follow her blog at DeborahShouseWrites.wordpress.com.

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Cleaning Recipes Freshen drains and keep oils and lotions from clogging bathroom pipes by pouring one cup of baking soda into the drain, followed by a cup of hot, white vinegar. After it foams, wait five minutes and then flush with hot water.

Mix two tablespoons of salt with one teaspoon of white vinegar to form a paste effective for cleaning chrome faucets.

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Use lemon juice and an old toothbrush to scrub grout.

Periodically douse the toilet with a halfcup of lemon juice and swish with a toilet bowl brush to keep it fresh.

Add a few tablespoons of lemon juice into a spray bottle filled with water to clean windows and mirrors.

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by Avery Mack ey elements like low-flow faucets and showerheads, VOC-free paint, sustainable flooring and nonporous countertops form the foundation of an eco-friendly bathroom. Now let’s take a look at the softer side of green.

Start by considering the use of honeycomb window shades and doubleglazed windows to keep this most intimate room comfortable year-round

Scrub chrome with a cut lemon to remove hard water stains.

and reduce utility bills. Periodically letting in fresh air helps keep the room dry and reduces growth of mold, mildew and bacteria.

While the kitchen harbors the most germs in the house, the bathroom is a close second. Instead of harsh chemical cleansers, try white vinegar, a safe and economical alternative. Its acidity is effective in killing most germs.

Madeleine Somerville, of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, author of All You Need Is Less, uses heated vinegar misted on the shower door to remove soap scum. To achieve a shiny tub, she advises mixing one-quarter cup of baking soda, one tablespoon of natural dishwashing soap and enough water to make a paste. The baking soda also freshens the drain when the tub is rinsed. Toilet bowl ring stains

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can be scrubbed away with a pumice stone.

“Cleaning faucet aerators and exhaust vents on a regular basis extends equipment life, maintains efficiency and prevents minor plumbing problems,” advises Keita Turner, a New York City area interior designer. Turner has also installed dual-flush toilets that necessitate less water and upkeep.

Bathroom odors are another concern.

A few drops of essential oil on a cotton ball placed inside the toilet paper roll freshens the air every time the roll turns— without the plastic waste byproduct from store-bought brands.

Baking soda removes odors in the bath like it does in the fridge. Upgrade from a simple bowlful by designing a mini-Zen meditation spot using a flat, open wooden box and a doll house-sized rake. Adding a smooth rock or two for texture heightens visual appeal.

Green plants can chip in by absorbing odors, as well. Many, like the Boston fern, thrive in shower steam. Flowering plants add an inviting touch. Be sure to choose child- and pet-safe greenery.

Even quick, water-saving showers eventually result in towels and washcloths destined for the laundry. The Good Housekeeping Research Institute suggests that towels can be used up to four times before washing if they are hung to dry between showers, reducing both water and energy usage.

To avoid spreading germs, personalize towels and washcloths for each child by color or marking with an initial or colored dot. Organic cotton towels are eco-friendly, comfy and widely available, as are organic cotton bath mats. For the crafty, make a mat from recycled towels or upgrade to a foot-massaging mat made

from recycled wine corks.

On special occasions when a soothing bath is called for, add a whimsical touch with Mr. Green, the world’s first rubber duck made in the U.S. from environmentally friendly, recycled and recyclable material. “Recycled materials call for different sculpting and molds, so designing Mr. Green was the hardest thing we’ve ever done,” says Craig Wolfe, president of CelebriDucks, in San Rafael, California. It’s a fun way to remind kids about going green while they spend a few extra minutes getting clean.

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Green Bathroom Trivia n Never clean with sponges—they merely move the germs around; use a washable cloth wipe instead. n Turkish cotton towels dry faster than the Egyptian variety. n Always put the upper toilet lid down. Testing by scientists at Leeds University found airborne germs 10 inches above and around the commode. n Low-flow toilets use as little as 1.6 gallons per flush compared to older styles that use five to seven gallons. The average person flushes five times a day. n A bath averages 35 to 50 gallons of water versus a 10-minute shower with a low-flow showerhead maxing out at about 25 gallons. Better yet, take quicker showers and turn off the water while lathering and shaving. n Conventional showerheads run at 5 gpm (gallons per minute) compared with low-flow at 2.5 gpm. Conventional faucets can flow at 3 gpm versus low-flow faucets at half that rate.

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To i n d u l g e i n p o s t - s h o w e r personal pampering, consider healthenhancing coconut oil for head-totoe moisturizing. As a hair treatment, coconut oil blocks protein loss and reduces frizz. Make a home exfoliating sugar scrub by combining one-half cup of virgin coconut oil, one cup of organic sugar and 20 drops of lime or another essential oil to gently scrub away dry winter skin. Dry skin and ragged cuticles also benefit from whipped coconut oil. Its antifungal properties help keep toenails healthy and sandalready.

Goat’s milk soap can reduce symptoms of dry skin, eczema and psoriasis. Its alpha-hydroxy acids remove dead skin cells. Add honey as a natural anti-bacterial boost. Mixing in colloidal oatmeal produces a gentle exfoliator.

Let the next upgrade of the bathroom be of a more personal nature aligned with our core values of being good to our family and our home planet.

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Build Relationship with Breath

Mindfulness for Little Ones Teaching Kids to Be Calm and Focused

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indfulness, simply defined, is being in the moment.

Using simple tools can help us consciously notice our breath, bodies and sensations, as well as what is happening around us. As we practice noticing, we can more readily return to the moment and more immediately connect with ourselves and others. Integrating five mindfulness practices into our young children’s lives is easy and yields powerful dividends.

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Next, move to modeling breathing patterns in relation to experiences and feelings such as, “I feel so frustrated that my breath is moving fast. Look at my chest.” Then model returning to calm breathing with, “I am putting my hand on my chest and reminding myself to take longer breaths.”

Help children notice how their breath changes throughout the day. Games can support this increased awareness. Ask the child to lie down, place their hands on their chest and belly and lie still. Ask them to notice their breath, and then have them stand up and jump up and down before noticing their breath again.

After hard play, tell them, “Your breath is moving so fast because you were running hard.” At bedtime, soothingly note, “Your breath is getting sleepy and slow.” Remember to be a witness, rather than a judge.

Play is an excellent way to discover how breathing changes. Partner with a child to try to simulate how favorite animals breathe. Invite them to try sustaining a sound, such as chanting a vowel letter, and time how long they can do it.

Notice Feelings and Sensations

Practice a regular mind/body check-in. At breakfast, inquire, “How are you feeling today?” or “Feelings check! At the moment, I am feeling tired and excited. What about you?” The idea is not to change or fix anything, just to notice, allowing a broadly defined perspective. Children might be able to describe a specific feeling or only an overall sensation like jumpy or buzzing.

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Paying attention to sensations can bring children and adults into the moment. Integrate sensory awareness into daily life with simple questions like, “What do you see? What do you hear? What do you smell?” We can bring this practice with us

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Intentionally quiet moments support the development of mindfulness and empower children to consider “not doing” a valid part of everyday life. When they are given the opportunity for quiet time, they often love it.

Try asking the child to get so quiet that they can hear a particular sound in the room—their breath, the tick of a clock or the hum of a computer. Once they hear it and you do too, you can dismiss the practice session with a bell, gentle clap or another soft sound.

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The traditional Buddhist practice of mettha, or loving kindness, meditation involves reciting phrases that we direct first to ourselves and then outward toward others. For example, think, “May I be safe.

May I be well. May I be at peace,” and then repeat the same phrases for someone we love, someone we don’t know personally and ultimately, all beings.

When, for example, children ask why ambulances emit such loud, wailing sounds, we might explain, “Emergency rescue workers are helpers. Their sirens mean they are going to help someone.

When we hear the sirens, we can wish them well by saying, ‘May they be safe.’”

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Say Yes to Yoga It Boosts Health, Peace, Community and Spirituality

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ois Parker Carmona first stepped into a yoga studio looking for better physical health. “I was doing hot vinyasa because I wanted to sweat. I wanted to feel better,” she recalls.

Many people on a similar quest try yoga for the first time during September’s National Yoga Month (YogaHealth Foundation.org/yoga_month), founded

by Johannes Fisslinger. “This year, more than 2,200 yoga studios will offer informative public events or a free week of classes to new students to educate everyone about the health benefits of yoga and inspire a healthy lifestyle,” says Fisslinger. “Yoga and mindfulness are an essential part of America’s newly emerging health paradigm.”

Like many others, as Carmona deepened her practice, she discovered that yoga’s benefits transcend the physical.

Then she went further, becoming a certified Baptiste yoga instructor and co-owner of Melrose Yoga, in Melrose, Massachusetts. “Many of us are so busy

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One reason that people try yoga is to improve their flexibility. A recent report from Yoga Alliance, a nonprofit association based in Arlington, Virginia, states that it can improve flexibility and mobility and increase range of motion over time as ligaments, tendons and muscles lengthen and become more elastic. It also helps relieve muscular tension throughout the body.

The Alliance’s Danica Amore notes that flexibility means different things to different people. “A senior might define flexibility as being able to pick up the grandkids, while young people might consider it essential to their athletic abilities.” Flexibility can also mean being able to turn around easily while backing

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Improvements in flexibility generally depend on an individual’s age, health and commitment to practicing yoga, as well as the style chosen. “There are so many different lineages of yoga, and each teacher has his or her own style.

Plus, each individual progresses at their own pace,” Amore explains. “It’s really a question of where you want this personal practice to take you and how you embrace it in your private life.” The bottom line is that everyone’s journey is different.

Mental Health

Many experts concur that yoga can be effective in reducing stress. As students continue their practice, they feel less stress and an increased sense of peace and relaxation, along with other mental health benefits.

“Yoga gives you what is often called a ‘witness consciousness’,” says John Kepner, executive director of the International Association of Yoga Therapists, in Little Rock, Arkansas.

“Being able to observe the external events around you, but not being caught up in the drama. In modern terms, it’s an increased ability to stay cool, calm and collected. After a good yoga class, your troubles can appear further away.”

Improved Relationships

When stress is reduced, an increased sense of calm tends to permeate all areas of one’s life, observes Kepner. “Based on my experience, yoga also helps improve relationships.” He has taught the same group of students for 10 years and notes their special relationship: “If one goes to the same yoga class regularly, a friendship tends to develop with others in the class, called Songhai. After a while, practicing together becomes one of the most valuable parts of the practice,” he says.

This beneficial, deeper sense of community—a major allure of a longterm yoga practice—develops mainly from the intangible sense of working together in terms of physical, mental and spiritual support.

Spirituality and Connectedness

“Even beginning students quickly realize how connecting with their bodies and their breath helps them in their everyday lives,” says Carmona. “It adds a transcendent dimension to everything you do in life.”

In addition to its more immediate tangible benefits, other long-term benefits experienced by students may be harder to define or quantify. Carmona observes, “People generally say that yoga has changed their life, physically, mentally and spiritually.”

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THE GREAT CLASSROOM PET DEBATE Kids Like Classroom Pets, Animal Lovers Raise Doubts

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classroom pet can help students learn about caring for another species, but is it the best way to teach?

“A classroom pet can be a great opportunity to teach children gentle behavior. Many kids take pride in caring for the pet,” observes Terry Manrique, now a professional parent coach in Columbus, Ohio, who earlier worked with children ages 5 and 6 at Little People’s Country, in LaGrange, Illinois. To prevent jealousy, students can rotate responsibilities for animal care in the classroom and during school breaks.

Pet Care Trust, which awards grants to teachers for hosting pets, provides care instructions and information about transmittable diseases for a bearded dragon, tarantula, rat, rabbit, leopard gecko, guinea pig, gerbil, dwarf hamster, beta fish, ball python, mouse and aquatic turtle. (Find more information via Tinyurl.com/Avoid PassingDisease.)

The ASPCA advises that the pet’s environment shouldn’t be stressful and care should meet its specific needs.

For example, keep handling of an animal to a minimum, and then only with adult supervision. Provide food, clean water and basic veterinary care, including vaccinations and parasite control, grooming, exercise and social

interaction. Diligence in finding and eliminating hazardous substances and situations is equally vital.

S u s a n Te l l e m , c o - f o u n d e r o f American Tortoise Rescue, in Malibu, California, elaborates on her area of expertise—turtles and tortoises. “A tank isn’t a natural environment for a reptile and doesn’t allow enough room

for exercise. It’s like asking a human to live in a bathtub,” s ay s Te l l e m . S h e points out that they also need a proper diet and natural sun, not artificial light.

Tellum used to take rescued turtles for classroom visits until a particularly large specimen staged a protest to the unnatural environment by making a mess, tearing up school papers and posters. Tellem further warns that a turtle might bite (and not let go until the person relaxes) or pinch small fingers when retreating back into its shell. These days, she prefers to share an educational DVD that shows turtles at their best—in their own habitat. (Find more information at Tortoise.com.)

“Constant artificial lighting goes against the natural sleep cycle of an animal,” comments Veterinarian Amber Andersen, in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. “You can see it at shelters— dogs and cats are unable to achieve a restful sleep and become agitated.”

Too often, the responsibility for caring for a classroom pet falls on the teacher during holiday breaks and summer months. “We had a popular chinchilla that was usually nocturnal, but also made appearances during the day,” says Manrique. “Then one of the teachers brought her dog to school, which caused stress for the chinchilla.

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Manrique’s students have also secured fertilized eggs from a local farmer to watch them hatch before the chicks returned home to the farm.

“When we had caterpillars that turned into butterflies, a fun field trip to the park became the official winged release party,” she says.

There is always the chance a pet might die during the school year. Parents are advised when a classroom pet dies and students have a classroom discussion to help them work through their grief. Lisa Cohn, co-author of Bash and Lucy Fetch Confidence, in Portland, Oregon, wrote the book with her son, Michael, after the sudden death of their dog, Lucy, as a way to help them deal with their sadness.

The Humane Society of the United States is not in favor of classroom pets.

To avoid being vulnerable to predators in the wild, animals often hide symptoms of illness or injury. In captivity, that behavior can delay veterinary help.

Recommended alternatives to bringing animals into the classroom include field trips to nature centers, wildlife refuges and animal shelters.

The society’s Kind News magazine for students from kindergarten through sixth grade shares stories of rescued animals, pet care tips and how-tos for nurturing backyard wildlife (Humane Society.org).

Before deciding on a classroom pet, consider life from the pet’s point of view—how loud is the class, how old are the kids, how much maintenance will be needed and how much space is needed for a proper habitat. There might be a better way to learn—and teach.

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La Leche League NOLA – 6pm. (also 9/17 @ 9am) LLL Meetings are open to all women interested in breastfeeding and are a chance to learn, have questions answered, receive help and benefit from community with other breastfeeding mothers. ZukaBaby, 2122 Magazine St, NOLA. Info: LLLofNewOrleans@gmail.com.

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Swedish Massage Clinic –6:15 & 7:45pm. (also 9/18).

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Swedish Massage Clinic – 12:45 & 2:155pm. (also 8/15 & 29). Help students with their education at the student massage clinic. Swedish is good for overall relaxation & increasing flexibility. $30/by appointment only. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.

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Heart Healthy Tai Chi-Chi Gong – 9:30-10:20am.

Group class. Reduce stress, relieve pain, gain flexibility and balance. Intro program of 3 classes for $59. Reserve space by 9/5. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, Uptown NOLA. Reg/info: 504-866-2241.

Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program – 5:30pm. Dr. Debbi Hannan presents: The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program at Chiropractic Health Center, 101 Clearview Pkwy at Airline Dr. Free. Reservations required: 504-454-2000.

Neuromuscular Therapy Clinic – 6:15 & 7:45pm. (also 9/16 & 23). Help students with their education at the student massage clinic. NMT is a partial body massage focused on a specific problem area. $30/by appointment only. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.

Holistic Education Monthly Meeting/Metairie − 6:307:30pm. Sponsored by Holistic Center for Health & Healing, Inc. Speaker: Gail Gillespie, Emotional Freedom Technique – tapping out emotional and physical pain. Free/open to public. Old Metairie Library, 2350 Metairie Rd, Metairie. Info: 504-812-1332.

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SERVICES AA – DRINKING IS YOUR BUSINESS. S TO P P I N G I S O U R S . C a l l A l c o h o l i c s Anonymous at 504-838-3399, or visit AA-NewOrleans.org.

VEGETARIAN MEETUP GROUP meets at least once a month for a veggie meal. See calendar of events at http://www.meetup.com/vegetarian-515/ members/7165804/

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES St Tammany Humane Society – Help foster pets, many tasks for fundraising, help with animal socializing, many more. Call for wish list. Contact 985-892-7387, X 106.

The Humane Society of Louisiana needs volunteers. To find out how you can help contact Jeff Dorson at 901-268-4432 or StopCruelty11@gmail.com.

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A Course in Miracles: Disappearance of the Universe – 7pm. 20-year Course in Miracles student & Unity of Metairie Spiritual Director Jack Fowler leads participants through the liberating spiritual concepts of this powerful teaching of love instead of fear. Suggested donation $10. Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Blvd, Metairie, behind Parran’s PoBoys. 504-885-7575.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

La Leche League/Jefferson – 11am-noon. Meets 2nd Wed each month. Open to all women interested in breastfeeding. Learn more, ask questions and benefit from a community of breastfeeding mothers. Free.

Healthy snacks to share welcome. Destination Maternity meeting room, Causeway & 17th St, Metairie. Info: 504-952-3951 or Chaplain.K@hotmail.com Registration Children Karate 7-11 Yrs – 4:30pm.

Build self-confidence, leadership and discipline. Reserve space by 9/8. Tamashii Karate & Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, Uptown NOLA. Call 504-866-2241.

Soul School Yoga TeacherTraining Info Meeting – 6-7:30pm. Meet with program facilitators, Sean Johnson and Mitchel Bleier to learn details about Wild Lotus Yoga’s teacher training program, beginning Oct. 2014 to April 2015. Emphasis on practicing and teaching yoga with skill depth and imagination. Wild Lotus Yoga Downtown, 2372 St. Claude Ave, Info: 504-899-0047.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

Toddler Foods: Beyond Avocado – 6pm. At 10-12 months baby is ready to move beyond puree and is ready for some texture. Class includes what and how often to feed toddlers as well as toddler nutrition needs.

Fee: $20. Register by email to erin@ZukaBaby.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12

Spiritual Cinema – 7pm. A night of fun, fellowship and popcorn at Unity of Metairie along with a viewing of ‘The Secret”, the groundbreaking movie on the law of attraction featuring world renowned spiritual luminaries. Suggested donation $5. Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Blvd, Metairie, behind Parran’s PoBoys.

504-885-7575.

Spirit Gallery – 7-10pm. AnnMarie Touchette offers spirit gallery to individuals wishing to receive messages from loved ones who have crossed over. Table tipping and séances used as tools. $20/person or $30 for 2. Open to the public. Location: Metaphysical Resource Center, 1708 Lake Ave, Metairie. For info: 504-708-8353

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13

Cloth Diapers 101 – 9am. (also 9/25 at 6pm) Learn about modern cloth diapers, pros/cons, how to care for them, hands on demonstrations, handouts. Cost: $20.

Receive a $20 coupon off a purchase of $100. ZukaBaby, 2122 Magazine St, NOLA. Reg: 504-596-6540 or erin@ZukaBaby.com Edible Landscaping – 9am-noon. At 10am Demetria Christo of EcoUrban will present on integrating food plants into an ornamental landscape. Herb and cole vegetable starts for sale for landscaping and kitchen gardens. Parkway Partners, 1137 Baronne St, NOLA. Info: jfahr@parkwaypartnersnola.org.

First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm. (2-day –9/13 & 14) w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others.

No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250. Info/registration: 504-376-8518 or text 504-388-2356.

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Adult Brain Injury Survivors Support Group – 1-4pm. Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month in the Piccadilly Cafeteria’s private meeting room, 2609 Jefferson Hwy, Old Jefferson.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

Medical Chi Kung – 9-10:15am or 4:30-5:45pm. Alternative Chinese Medicine12-week course to start the self healing process. Learn to feel and safely understand your energy system, reset hormone production, regulate the parasympathetic nervous system, and more. The Healing Room, 1315 Amelia St, NOLA. For details call 504-457-1717 or InsideTheAnswers@gmail.com.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

Second Degree Reiki Class – Inquire for further dates/ time with Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Oku Den (The Deeper Knowledge) is available for Reiki Students with 6 months experience in Usui Shiki Ryoho.

For private classes and residential retreat information call 504-376-8518 or 504-388-2356 text.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

Tai Chi-Chi Gong – 9:30-10:20am. Group class. Reduce stress, relieve pain, gain flexibility and balance.

Intro program of 3 classes for $59. Reserve space by 9/15. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, Uptown NOLA. Reg/info: 504-866-2241.

Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program – 12:30pm. Dr. Debbi Hannan presents: The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program at Chiropractic Health Center, 101 Clearview Pkwy at Airline Dr. Free. Reservations required: 504-454-2000.

Law of Attraction Plus – 7pm. In-depth look at the Law of Attraction, positive thinking and other universal principles to use in everyday life to create a more fulfilling, abundant and happy life. With Paul Martinez, M.Ed. & Brenda Aranda, LCSW. Sugg. Donation $20.

Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Blvd, 504-885-7575.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

Registration Children Karate 7-11 Yrs – 4:30pm.

Build self-confidence, leadership and discipline. Reserve space by 9/8. Tamashii Karate & Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, Uptown NOLA. Call 504-866-2241.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

Grandparents Class – 6pm. ZukaBaby is celebrating new grandparents with a class just for them. Learn about new parenting techniques to be hip to the current parenting trends. Class covers modern cloth diapers, bottle feeding for breastfed babies, babywearing, swaddling and more. Fee: $20. To register emailerin@zukababy.com. .

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

Organic Day Spa Event – 5:30-6:30pm. Learn about the benefits of massage and the right organic skincare products for one’s skin type. Massage and product sampling with a glass of wine. Relax and enjoy with friends. $35 per person. 410 Covington St, Madisonville. Call to book: 985-974-7994 or email to RanchDairyGoats@yahoo.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

Paint Drop-Off – 10am-2pm. Drop off old latex paint to The Green Project at Hollygrove Market and Farm, 8301 Olive St, NOLA. First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm. (2-day –9/20 & 21) w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others.

No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250. Info/registration: 504-376-8518 or text 504-388-2356.

Metaphysical Fair – noon-6pm. Featuring mediums, psychics, healers, astrology readings, aura photography and rune readings, crystals, essential oils, jewelry and more. Parking in front & rear. Free admission. Metaphysical Resource Center, 1708 Lake Ave, Metairie.

Info 504-708-8353.

Sunset at the Landing – 6-9pm. Free concert series from March through October on the 3rd Saturday.

Bring chairs and refreshments. Located at the foot of Columbia St, downtown Covington.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

Tai Chi-Chi Gong – 7-7:45pm. Group class. Reduce stress, relieve pain, gain flexibility and balance. Intro program of 3 classes for $59. Reserve space by 9/19.

Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, Uptown NOLA. Reg/info: 504-866-2241.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program – 5:30pm. Dr. Debbi Hannan presents: The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program at Chiropractic Health Center, 101 Clearview Pkwy at Airline Dr. Free. Reservations required: 504-454-2000.

A Course In Miracles: Disappearance of the Universe – 7pm. 20-year Course in Miracles student & Unity of Metairie Spiritual Director Jack Fowler leads participants through the liberating spiritual concepts of this powerful teaching of love instead of fear. Suggested donation $10. Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Blvd, Metairie, behind Parran’s PoBoys. 504-885-7575.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

Healing Drumming Circle – 6:45-8pm. Led by Terry Rappold, Jamie Balser & Rick Poche. Drumming is effective in raising one’s vibration level – connecting us to rhythms all around us and within. Bring drum if have one, some extra available. By donation. Metaphysical Resource Center, 1708 Lake Ave, Metairie. $10. 504-812-1332.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm. (2-day –9/27 & 28) w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others.

No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250. Info/registration: 504-376-8518 or text 504-388-2356.

Shake Your Soul Dance Workshop – 6-7pm The yoga of dance with Lisa. Reconnect mind, body, and spirit and tap into joy through movement and music. Exercise for body and soul No experience needed. $10. Wild Lotus Yoga Downtown in the NOHC, 2372 St. Claude Ave. Info: 504-899-0047.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program – 12:30pm. Dr. Debbi Hannan presents: The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program at Chiropractic Health Center, 101 Clearview Pkwy at Airline Dr. Free. Reservations required: 504-454-2000.

Voices of Unity – 7pm. An open discussion on spirituality, life and other topics. Bring questions and ideas together the group will explore and learn from each other’s experiences. Facilitated by Paul Martinez, M.Ed. and Brenda Aranda, LCSW. Suggested donation $5. Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Blvd, behind Parran’s PoBoys. 504-885-7575.

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sunday Unity Temple of New Orleans Services/Events – 9:30am A Course in Miracles class; 9:30am Science of Mind; 11am. Sunday Services. Unity Temple is a loving family of spiritual seekers who honor all paths to God, celebrating with music, meditation and wisdom of the ages. 3722 St Charles Ave, NOLA. Sunday Celebration Service – 11am. Unity of Metairie has an inspiring, energetic, contemporary service. Great music and powerful, heartfelt talks as we celebrate the Divine Presence in all of life. Honoring all religions, paths and lifestyles. Love offering. Jack Fowler, Spiritual Director. 3939 Veterans Blvd, Metairie (behind Parran’s PoBoys). 504-885-7575.

monday TRX Workout – 10am. (also Wednesdays). This all core, all the time functional training helps us to get stronger for all the things we really love to do. Pilates fans will love this workout. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St, NOLA. 985-640-2648.

Mindfulness Meditation – noon-1pm. A guided meditation in the style of Thich Nhat Hanh led by Patricia Stout, a student the peaceful Zen master and his monastics. Donations appreciated. Women’s Healing Center, 71667 Leveson St, Abita Springs. Info: 985-892-8111.

Get Back in Shape w/ Dr. iina ester – 4:30-5:30. A small group class for those seeking to get back into shape. A gentle and fun approach that mixes stretching, light calisthenics, yoga, balance and functional training.

Laugh and play outside! Location near City Park. Suggested donation $10. Info: 504-758-9192.

Yoga at Unity – 5:30pm. (Also Wed. & Thurs 5:30pm) Strengthen the mind, body, and spirit through the sacred practice of yoga. Taught by Richie Santucci. $15/class.

Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Blvd, Metairie, behind Parran’s PoBoys. 504-885-7575.

Basic/Beginners Aikido Classes – 6:15-7:15pm. Practice a martial art of peace for every body whose benefits include self-defense, flexibility, strength, balance, stress reduction, concentration, community, and fun! First class is free. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothes suggested. NOLA Aikido, 3909 Bienville St., Suite 103 (near Canal and Carrolton intersection) in Mid-City. More info: 504-208-4861, info@nolaaikido.com.

Yoga Diva Harahan – 6:30-7:30pm. (Also Wed 6-7pm) Relax the body, focus the mind, and deepen self-awareness. Navigate through postures and flow by gauging flexibility, strength, concentration, breath and range of motion. All levels. Props/mats provided.

Certified instructor. September special: $60/8 classes; $15 drop-in. 5700 Citrus Blvd, Upstairs in Curves. Reg with Karen: 504-220-5325.

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Introduction to Nichiren Buddhism – 7-8:15pm.

Learn how to activate your greatest potential, increase your compassion and achieve absolute happiness. Free.

SGI-USA Buddhist Center, 1331 Prytania St, NOLA. Info: 504-310-2011.

Do You Have Too Much Stuff? Free 20 min. phone consultations with holistic professional organizer Stasia Cymes. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by clutter and want advice on how to get started call 504-920-1800.

tuesday Crescent City Farmers Market/Uptown – 9am1pm. Open air market with fresh locally grown fruits, vegetables, seafood, baked breads and pies, bedding plants, dairy products, freshly cut flowers. Located in the parking lot of Uptown Square.

Caregiver Support Group – 9:30-11am. Meets twice a month on Tuesdays. This women’s support group is empowering, helping to navigate burnout, stress, overload and pressures. Meetings includes education topic, self-care and discussion. By donation. Women’s Center for Healing and Transformation, Abita Springs.

Info: 985-892-8111.

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Adaptive Yoga – 10-11am. Designed for those with limited mobility. Gentle joint mobilization with poses adapted using props. Peaceful environment with mats/ chairs/props provided. $5/60 min class. Yoga School, 603 Tyler St, Covington. For more info contact Shirley: 985-264-9252 or yogashirl@yahoo.com.

Get Back in Shape w/ Dr. iina ester – 4-5pm. A small group class for those seeking to get back into shape. A gentle and fun approach that mixes stretching, light calisthenics, yoga, balance and functional training. Laugh and play outside! Location near City Park. Suggested donation $10. Info: 504-758-9192.

Kundalini Yoga for Women – 4:30-5:45pm. Led by Sally Dunn. An active meditation with postures, breath and mantras. Kundalini energy is hot, powerful, fast and large – activating the chakras. $30/3 sessions or $15 drop-in. Pay as able. Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation, Abita Springs. 985-892-8111.

Qigong/Dao-In with Debra Howard – noon-12:45pm. (also Thursdays). Qigong translates as Qi cultivation through skillful practice; Dao-In is self-care. Experience myriad ways to balance one’s Qi and life. Bring a mat. $5/class. New Orleans Healing Center, 4th Fl. Contact: 985-467-0900 or dc@affordablehealingarts.com.

Yoga at Unity – 5:30pm. (Also Mon. & Thurs 5:30pm) Strengthen the mind, body, and spirit through the sacred practice of yoga. Taught by Richie Santucci. $15/class.

Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Blvd, Metairie, behind Parran’s PoBoys. 504-885-7575.

Yoga at Unity – 5:30pm. (Also Wed & Thurs 5:30pm) Strengthen the mind, body, and spirit through the sacred practice of yoga. Taught by Richie Santucci. $15/class.

Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Blvd, Metairie, behind Parran’s PoBoys. 504-885-7575.

Basic/Beginners Aikido Classes – 6:15-7:15pm. Practice a martial art of peace for every body whose benefits include self-defense, flexibility, strength, balance, stress reduction, concentration, community, and fun! First class is free. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothes suggested. NOLA Aikido, 3909 Bienville St., Suite 103 (near Canal and Carrolton intersection) in Mid-City. More info: 504-208-4861, info@nolaaikido.com.

Guided Meditation – 6-7:30pm. Participants will learn to relax their whole being, calm the mind and feel their spirit becoming free within. Led by Dr. Jess Tregle.

Uptown Holistic Center, 723 Hillary St, New Orleans.

Info: 504-352-6418.

Homeopathy Therapy Sessions – 3-5pm. Also available on Thursdays. Free 20 min consultation to learn how homeopathy can improve our health. Maria Gatti, certified homeopath with 25 years experience. Call 504-891-8557.

NIA Non-Impact Aerobics Dance – 6-7pm. Led by Jeanne Andrus and/or Carolyn Burns. Martial arts, dance styles and healing arts intertwine to music from around the world. For women at all levels. $35/5 classes or $10 drop-in. Pay as able. Women’s Center for Healing & Transformation, Abita Springs. 985-892-8111.

Northshore Hatha Yoga – 6:15-7:45pm. Combine breath with movement in a balancing combination of gentle and challenging yoga postures designed to rejuvenate and relax the body. All levels. Peaceful environment with mats/props provided. $10/90 min class or $48/6 classes. Yoga School, 603 Tyler St. Covington.

Info: Shirley 985-264-9252 or yogashirl@yahoo.com.

Learn About BrainCore Therapy – 6:30-7:30pm. An informational session presented by Dr. Nancy Gravel on treating many brain based conditions with a form of EEG biofeedback. Discussion of such conditions as ADD/ADHD, migraines, insomnia, memory loss, chronic pain, chronic fatigue, autism, fibromyalgia.

Care Chiropractic, 2201 Eleventh St, Mandeville. Call to RSVP: 985-626-4422.

Vinyasa Flow – 7:15pm. Build strength, balance and flexibility in body and mind. This yoga flow class is designed to open all the lines of the body, progressing from simple to complex movements. Leave feeling refreshed and renewed. All levels. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St, NOLA. 985-640-2648.

wednesday German Coast Farmers Market/West Bank – 2:306pm. Open-air market offering fresh produce, rotisserie & fresh meats, fresh pastries/breads, sausage, kettle corn, cracklings, prepared foods, soy candles, goat milk soap and lotions. Arts and crafts 4th Wed. Located at 12715 Highway 90, St. Charles Plaza Shopping Center, Site of the old K-mart building, Luling, LA

Embrace the Emptiness: Community Meditation – 6:30pm. An experience of stillness, silence, and deep connection. Ride the wavelengths of music, beautiful images and affirmative prayer into the Sacred Inner Self for healing and transformation. Led by Spiritual Director Jack Fowler. Love Offering. Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans, Blvd. Metairie (behind Parran’s PoBoys) Contact: 504-885-7575 Unity Temple of New Orleans Services/Events – 11am Prayer and healing service; 6:30pm A Course in Miracles class. Unity Temple is a loving family of spiritual seekers who honor all paths to God, celebrating with music, meditation and wisdom of the ages. 3722 St Charles Ave, NOLA. Learn Emotional Freedom Technique – 7-8pm. In a small supportive group learn EFT, often called tapping, a technique for diminishing or clearing physical and emotional pain. $20/session. Affordable Healing Arts, New Orleans Healing Center, 2nd fl/upper, 2372 St. Claude Avenue. Call Dr. Gail Gillespie 504-442-8762 to reserve spot.

Northshore Hatha Yoga – 6:15-7:45pm. Explore the benefits of yoga and unwind with a blend of yoga postures, breath and relaxation. All levels welcome. Peaceful environment with mats/props provided. $10/90 minute class or $48/6 classes. RYT200 teacher. Yoga School, 603 S. Tyler St, Covington. Contact Shirley: 985-264-9252 or yogashirl@yahoo.com

friday Get Back in Shape w/ Dr. iina ester – 4:30-5:30. A small group class for those seeking to get back into shape. A gentle and fun approach that mixes stretching, light calisthenics, yoga, balance and functional training.

Laugh and play outside! Location near City Park. Suggested donation $10. Info: 504-758-9192.

Gentle Yoga with Meditation – 7pm. Appropriate for all levels. Unwind from the week with a short meditation followed by a restorative and gentle yoga practice. Focus on de-stressing, relaxing, and connecting mind, body and soul to start the weekend with a smile. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St., NOLA 70118.

985-640-2648.

thursday Qigong/Dao-In with Debra Howard – noon-12:45pm. (also Tuesdays). Qigong translates as Qi cultivation through skillful practice; Dao-In is self-care. Experience myriad ways to balance one’s Qi and life. Bring a mat. $5/class. New Orleans Healing Center, 4th Fl. Contact: 985-467-0900 or dc@affordablehealingarts.com.

saturday Vietnamese Farmers Market – 6-9am. Over 20 vendors set up shop on blankets spread with produce, beyond the courtyards are shops selling Vietnamese baked goods and imported groceries. 14401 Alcee Fortier Blvd, New Orleans East.

Crescent City Farmers Market/Mid-City – 3-7pm.

Farmers Market at 3700 Orleans Ave, American Can Co. building, New Orleans, rain or shine.

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Crescent City Farmers Market/Downtown – 8-noon.

Open-air market with great selection of fresh locally grown fruits, vegetables, seafood, baked breads and freshly made pies, bedding plants, dairy products, fresh flowers. Cooking demos by some of the city’s most acclaimed chefs. Located at 700 Magazine, corner of Girod, New Orleans.

German Coast Farmers Market/East Bank – 8amnoon. Open-air market offering fresh produce, rotisserie meats, fresh meats, fresh pastries/breads, sausages, kettle corn, cracklins, prepared foods, soy candles, goat milk soap and lotions. Arts and crafts 2nd Sat. Ormond Plantation, 13786 River Rd., Destrehan. For info call 985-359-0190.

Covington Farmers Market – 8am-noon. (also 10am2pm Wed) Offering fresh produce, fresh baked breads, prepared foods and plants. Located at Covington City Hall, 609 N Columbia St, Covington.

Camellia City Farmers Market – 8am-noon. Featuring baked goods, herbs, vegetables, honey, jams, poultry, crafts, flowers, eggs, plants, soap, trees. 155 Robert St. (City Parking Lot), Olde Towne, Slidell. Info: 985-640-8291.

Gretna Farmers Market – 8:30am-12:30pm. Featuring fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, baked goods, dairy, native fruit wines and garden plants. Located in the old train depot, 300 Huey P. Long Ave, between 3rd and 4th streets, Gretna. Info: 504-362-8661.

Westwego Farmers & Fisheries Market – 8:30am12:30pm. Open year round, rain or shine. Free parking.

Featuring fresh produce, seafood, bakery items, dairy, plants, prepared foods & handcrafted items. Plus live music & kids activities. 484 Sala Ave, corner of 4th St., Westwego. Contact 504-341-3424, x 209.

Yoga at Unity – 9am. (Also Mon, Wed & Thurs 5:30pm) Strengthen the mind, body, and spirit through the sacred practice of yoga. Taught by Richie Santucci. $15/class. Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Blvd, Metairie, behind Parran’s PoBoys. 504-885-7575.

Mandeville Trailhead Community Market – 9am1pm. Fifty-plus vendors weekly: Gourmet foods, art, produce and plants. Tai Chi at 9:30am. Parking lot of the Mandeville Trailhead on the St. Tammany Trace off LA59. Info: 985-845-4515.

Hatha Yoga –Level 2 Plus – 9:30-10:45am. Intermediate yoga class, emphasizing proper alignment in poses. students $10; drop-in $16; 5-class pass $70; 10-class pass $130; monthly unlimited pass $140. Freret Street Yoga, 4608 Freret St, NOLA. Contact/info: Keith 504-330-0336 or kwerhan@gmail.com.

Sitting Meditation Group – 10-11am. Come practice zazen (sitting meditation) as well as walking meditation. Instruction and discussion also available.

3909 Bienville St, Ste 103 (near Canal and Carrolton intersection) in Mid-City. More info: contact Brian by email at xernaut2@gmail.com or call 504-644-7351. .

Hollygrove Market & Farm – 10am-7pm Mon-Fri & 10-5pm Sat/Sun. CSA-style market selling each week assorted fresh local and organic fruit and vegetables. $25 boxes of selected seasonal produce available. 8301 Olive St, NOLA (across from Carrollton Boosters).

Prosperity Plus: Abundance Program – 1-3pm. A dynamic video based 10-week program that teaches a new way of living, centered on the spiritual practices of an abundant life, moving past limited thinking to prosperity and promise. Facilitated by Jack Fowler. $65, includes class materials (tithing program). Unity of Metairie, 3939 Veterans Blvd, Metairie. 504-885-7575.

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ACUPUNCTURE FAMILY ACUPUNCTURE & WELLNESS

Erin Kenning, MSOM, Dipl.OM, LAc, LA Lic.# ACA.200039, NAET specialist 9531 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge 504-715-2317 NolaFamilyWellness.com

Experience a Pain-free body, a Peaceful mind, and a Greater overall vitality. Take the first step to a life of ultimate wellness. Visit us on the web or call for more information.

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ANIMAL HOLISTIC MEDICINE JANICE E. POSEY, DVM

315 Lee Ln., Ste. 104, Covington 985-898-3623/504-466-9129

Offering a holistic, integrative approach to healing your beloved pet through acupuncture, herbal medicine/nutritional supplements, and food therapy. We treat the patient, not the symptoms. See ad on page 27

BODYWORK AVIVA MASSAGE & WELL-BEING

Linda L. Strickland, BA, CHt, RM, LMT 601 Lafitte St., Mandeville 985-727-9665

Discover the difference & feel the peace through massage/bodywork, select spa services & energy work.

Integrative, intuitive, customized approach. Aromatherapy at all sessions. LA 1479/E2445. See ad on page 13.

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CHIROPRACTIC/WELLNESS CARE CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC 2201 11th Street, Mandeville 985-626-4422 CareChiropractic.us

Dr. Nancy Gravel offers pain relief and total health care to her patients.

Offering BrainCore Therapy, a drugless, non-invasive approach for ADD/ADHD, Migraines, Insomnia, Memory Loss, Chronic Pain, Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Autism.

Accept most insurance & affordable payment plans. See ad on page 5.

CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH CENTER & HOLISTIC WELLNESS SERVICES

Dr. Debbi Hannan 101 Clearview Pkwy. at Airline, Metairie 504-454-2000 HannanWellness.com Experience the difference! We offer total wellness care: Chiropractic, detoxification, nutrition, endermologie, DRX-9000 nonsurgical spinal decompression, cold laser, EB-Cellular Cleanser, Far Infra Red Sauna and the Ideal Protein Diet plan. See ad page 19.

UPPER CERVICAL FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

128 W. Harrison Ave., New Orleans 504-488-1800 UCFamilyChiropractic.com

Rebuild, repair and renew your body today! Family wellness consultant, Dr. Joshua Rilette, helps alleviate aches and pains through specific chiropractic care and offers weight loss plans, cold laser therapy, nutrition, body cleansing, detoxification and orthopedics.

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COUNSELING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY

1515 Poydras St, Ste 1010, NOLA 70112 ANDREA SCHEELE, LCSW, LMFT (504) 799-4260 “You too can move away from the past andAttachment towards Psychotherapy info@neworleanschamber.org a life of vitality, wholeness and fulfilling relationships.”

1303 Amelia St., New Orleans www.NewOrleansChamber.org 504-899-2686 The New Orleans Chamber Individual, Couples supports local business & Family Therapy development and growth through educational /seminars Attachment Psychotherapy EMDR and networking opportunities Andrea Scheele, LCSW, LMFT and more. In 2011 a1303 Green Committee was Amelia Street New Orleans, LA 70115 development formed to foster sustainable business (504) 899-2686 in the Greater New Orleans area. Check the website for the Chamber’s next networking event.

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1101 Robert Blvd., Ste. A, Slidell 985-641-8058 MikeRobichauxDDS.com

Offering a holistic and patientcentered approach to dentistry, because we believe the health of the mouth and overall health cannot be separated. We help those we serve make decisions that are in their best interests, based on their values and goals, by providing state of the art information within a trusting relationship. See ad on page 20.

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THE HEALING ROOM

Uptown Near Touro Hospital 1315 Amelia St., New Orleans 504-457-1717 TheHigherPurpose.com

Alternative Chinese Medicine: 12-Week Medical Chi Kung Courses, Energy Self-Healing.

Guided Meditations, Brain Training / Balance Recovery, & Freedom from Anxiety Community Sessions.

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WOMEN’S CENTER FOR HEALING & TRANSFORMATION 71667 Leveson St,. Abita Springs 985-892-8111 WomensCenterForHealing.org

Beautiful non-profit center for women’s spirituality, ecopsychology and community building. Workshops, speakers, events, healing circles, support groups, and on-site professional mind/body/spirit services, for women, by women.

Rent space for your workshop or office. See ad on page 24.

HOLISTIC/ENERGY HEALING DR. JESS TREGLE

Natural Healing Specialist 504-352-6418 ReconnectingLife.com

Dr. Jess specializes in a type of natural healing that makes you feel more relaxed, very peaceful, and much lighter! Release anxiety, sadness, anger, guilt, pain, and all other negative feelings! Gain your inner-freedom back!

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

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Covington Orthopedic Sports Medicine Institute 985-892-5117 CovingtonOrtho.com

Comprehensive orthopedic care, including today’s most innovative and best practices to achieve optimal orthopedic function and performance. Traditional orthopedic treatments and surgery, plus minimally invasive alternatives using state of art technology and integrative orthobiologic therapies.Currently taking patients for Cell Therapy study. See ad on page 6.

PMA MEDICAL TREATMENT AND WELLNESS CENTER OF LOUISIANA 613 Williams Blvd., Kenner 504-441-5555 PMAWellness.US

Multidisciplinary, Integrative approach to healthcare, including primary care, weight loss management, food intolerance testing, allergy testing, hormone balancing (in-house laboratory) and a vast array of aesthetic services. See ad pages 2 and 22.

Experience the difference that Homeopathic Medicine and Functional Medicine can bring to your health. Most conditions can be treated using these safe, natural approaches. Safe, less drugs, stimulates innate healing. See ad on page 17.

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BLUE CLIFF COLLEGE Clearview Mall, Metairie 504-293-0972

Train for an exciting, new career as a Licensed Massage Therapist.

Earn an Associates degree upon completion of advanced massage training. Inquire about financial aid. See calendar for information about our $30-student massage clinic. Visit our retail shop for massage supplies: Biotone & Therapro Cremes & Oils, aromatherapy products, books & more. Monthly specials! See ad on page 6.

NATURAL BABY & CHILD ZUKABABY

2122 Magazine St., NOLA 504-596-6540 ZukaBaby.com

ZukaBaby specializes in cloth diapers, breastfeeding supplies, baby carriers, natural toys and locally made baby items. Hosting monthly community events: La Leche League, Babywearers Meetup, nutrition classes and Wee Hands baby sign language. See ad on page 26.

SHAILAJA G. RAJ, M.D.

Southern Fertility Center Metairie, Chalmette & Luling 504-322-7393/985-785-5610

Dr Shailaja Raj is an American Boards Certified Clinician, offering General Gynecology, Robotic Surgery, Reproductive Endocrinology & Fertility Services.

She is also the co-discoverer of a super antioxidant supplement for breast health called Breast Safeguard – Susthana. See ad on page 7.

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Asian Arts to improve health, fitness, personal safety, rejuvenate energy. Achieve a better mind, body and spirit. Serving New Orleans community for 43 years.

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Eric Royster, MD and Aaron Friedman, MD offer the most comprehensive treatment experience for patients suffering from chronic pain, from acupuncture to more invasive techniques offered exclusively at IPN. New Orleans, Chalmette, Westbank and Slidell locations. See ad on page 30.

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NATURAL PHARMACY CASSO’S WELLNESS STORE & GYM

3308 Cleary Ave., Metairie 504-888-3077 TheWellnessStore.com

Pharmaceutical quality nutritional products, vitamins, minerals, herbs and natural hormones.

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NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR KARIN NIELSEN, ND 225-229-6107 WellnessCentreBR.com

Offering non-invasive health assessments, Total Thermography, Lymphatic Therapy and many detox therapies. We have a high success rate using Homeopathic and Functional Medicine for men, women and children. Specializing in Lyme Disease, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue.

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TIANNE D. LASTRA

Usui, Karuna & Rainbow Reiki Master 3939 Houma Blvd., Bld. 3, Ste. 15 Metairie 504-909-3723 AmazingReiki.com

Certified & experienced Master Teacher offering sessions & classes to the Greater N.O. Area. Healing Touch, Pranic Healing, Crystal Healing, Reiki Drumming and Animal Reiki practitioner. Visit our website for full information. See ad on page 25.

RETREAT CENTER NUTRITIONIST DANIELLE PACIERA, LDN, RD, CCN 5002 Prytania St., New Orleans 504-889-8771 Danielle@365Vitality.com

Cutting edge holistic nutrition services. Specializing in complementary and alternative medicine, therapeutic uses of foods, supplementation, vegetarian nutrition, women’s health, sports performance, eating disorders, depression, addiction, and more. See ad on page 28.

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZER CLEAR THE CLUTTER Stasia Cymes 504-920-1800 stasiacymes@gmail.com ClearTheClutterToday.com

Guiding you through the process of decluttering, downsizing and getting your home organized.

This green award winning business takes a holistic, hands on approach to creating space and peace of mind. Free consultations, weekend sessions available! See ad on page 10.

REIKI ELIZABETH OHMER PELLEGRIN, R.M.T.

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Offering 24 years experience in Reiki – Usui Shiki Ryoho, upholding the highest standards in Reiki classes and Reiki sessions. Reiki can be a personal tool for healing and growth, a way to give energy to family and friends, or a gentle complementary therapy in holistic medicine. See ad on page 5 and calendar for classes.

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621 Opelousas Ave., New Orleans 504-905-4090 evolved812@aol.com FloweringLotusMeditation.org

Elegant, donation based center in quaint, quiet Magnolia, MS just 1 1/2 hours from New Orleans, Baton Rouge or Jackson. Ongoing retreats in meditation and yoga. Ongoing meditation group in New Orleans.

Vegetarian. Available for rental.

Capacity for 40 people. See ad on page 26 and ongoing calendar.

SOLAR SOLAR ALTERNATIVES Phone: 504-267-1660 Fax: 504-267-1663 SolAlt.com

Keeping the soul in solar with a holistic approach to home and business energy management using proven clean energy technology. Visit the website to download a free Guide to Going Solar and find out how easy and fun solar can be. See ad on page 14.

SOUTH COAST SOLAR

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Since 2007, South Coast Solar has helped more than 500 clients start saving money with solar energy using best-in-class products and installation practices. 100% locally owned and operated. See ad on page 15.

SPIRITUAL CENTERS UNITY OF METAIRIE

Jack Fowler, Spiritual Director 3939 Veterans Blvd, Metairie 504-885-7575 (behind Parran’s) UnityOfMetairie.com

Loving, energetic spiritual family honoring all religions, paths and lifestyles! Do you like what Marianne Williamson, Eckhart Tolle, and Wayne Dyer have to say? You’ll love Unity of Metairie. Relevant Spirituality for Everyday Life! Join us Sundays 11am. See ad on page 30.

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UNITY TEMPLE OF NEW ORLEANS

3722 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans UnityOfNewOrleans.com The New Orleans home of practical Christianity.

We honor all paths to God and welcome all who seek love, peace, and wisdom. Services on Sun & Wed 11 am; A Course in Miracles class Wed 6:30pm. See ad on page 26.

THERMOGRAPHY THE WELLNESS CENTRE OF BR Dr. Karin Nielsen, ND, CCT 1528 Delplaza Dr., Ste B Baton Rouge, LA 70815 225-229-6107 WellnessCentreBR.com

Offering full body Thermography, detects abnormalities in the earliest stages, to find underlying causes of disease as it looks at the entire body’s BEHAVIOR after being stressed. Consultations/ follow up care are offered as well. See ad on page 8.

YOGA WILD LOTUS YOGA

4842 Perrier St, Uptown 2372 St Claude Ave, Downtown 504-899-0047 WildLotusYoga.com

Voted Best Yoga Studio 11 years.

Intro Offer: 30 Days Of Yoga For $33 (first time local residents), Intro To Yoga Courses + Over 60 classes a week including Prenatal, Kids, Tweens & Teen classes. See ad page 27.

YOGA TEACHER TRAINING TRANSFORM NOLA

Mia Oramous, RYT 500/ACE PT 8422 Oak St, New Orleans 985-640-2648 TransformNOLA.com

Yoga and TRX workout classes offered all week; also private sessions. 200 and 300-hour yoga teacher training starts February 2015.

Sign up on our email list and receive 7 Yoga Poses for Strength ebook. FREE! See ad page. See ad on page 28.

YOGA SCHOOL, L.L.C.

603 S. Tyler St., Covington 985-893-8834 YogaSchoolCovingtonLA

Offering Yoga Alliance registered teacher training with certification at the 200 hour and 500 hour levels.

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