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Experience is the Key to Success with Regenerative Medicine such as Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and Stem Cell Grafts!

endon, ligament and joint injuries can affect your daily and recreational activities. Living with pain is not the answer. Dr. Magaziner is a pioneer in the field of Regenerative Orthopedic Medicine using Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and Stem Cell Grafts since 2001.It is commonly known in the field that he was the first known physician in the United States to use these treatments for arthritis and joint pain. He has lectured extensively and has taught others on this groundbreaking technique. He is well known around the country in his field and is considered by many as one of the top treating pain management physicians in the New Jersey region. PRP and Stem Cell treatments have grown increasingly common in the sports medicine world in recent years. Many physicians are taking weekend seminars to learn how to do these procedures however, experience and knowledge is the key to success and safety with regenerative medicine treatments. During a PRP procedure, the patient’s blood is drawn and put in a centrifuge to separate out platelet-containing plasma from the red blood cells. The plasma is then injected back into the patient’s injury. PRP treatment is thought to accelerate and/or maximize the signals an injury site sends to the body in order to continue the healing process. Adult stem cells are collected from bone marrow or from fat and are able to grow and become a cell for repair of a specific tissue or organ, according to the National Institutes of Health. The benefits of these bio-regenerative treatments: Treatment of tendon and ligament injuries without surgery. Effective relief of joint pain caused by arthritis. Safe Procedure with no serious sideeffects. Tissue regeneration using your own blood platelets and stem cells.

Conditions commonly treated: • Rotator Cuff Tears • Epicondylitis Elbow • Tendinitis Hip • Achilles Tendinitis • Arthritis Shoulder • Arthritis Knee • Meniscal Tears • Shoulder Capsule Tear • Tendinitis Wrist • Patellar Tendinitis • Plantar Fasciitis • Arthritis Hip • Arthritis Wrist/Ankle • Almost Anywhere We do not claim these treatments work for any listed or unlisted condition intended or implied.

Case Studies 63 year old male with bilateral knee arthritis not improved with NSAIDS, cortisone injections and physical therapy. The orthopedist told him he needed knee replacements. He could not walk any significant distance and had trouble getting up from a chair. After 6 monthly PRP treatments he had no pain, was walking long distances ,and up stairs without difficulty. 35 year old female musician with twoyear history of elbow pain. She had multiple cortisone injections and physical therapy with no relief. Her pain was rated 10 out of 10. She was treated with monthly PRP injections. After 3 treatments she was 80% improved. By 5 treatments she was 90% improved and her pain rating was 2 out of 10. She resumed playing guitar, and doing repetitive activities.

Testimonials Jeff C. reported osteoarthritis of his right first toe and right wrist were treated with 2-3 PRP sessions. Results: Patient reported wrist and toe pain essentially gone. Walter W, a 78-year-old man with osteoarthritis of the right knee, had a history of knee surgery and a meniscus tear. His pain was rated 6-7 out of 10, and it was hard to A D V E R T O R I A L

walk long distances or on uneven surfaces. He received seven (7) monthly PRP treatments. Results: His pain level was down to 0-1/10 and he was able to do all activities. He receives a booster treatment 1x per year. Kimberly S., a 39-year-old women with two children had had pelvic and groin pain for 3 yrs. Formerly a cheerleader who did yoga and was a sports enthusiast, her X-rays were positive for sclerosis. Had cortisone injection with only 2 weeks of relief. She received 4 PRP treatments. Results: Her pain reduced from 8 out of 10 to 2 out of 10 and treatment continues to improve her condition. Cynthia S., a 41-year-old who was involved in a motor vehicle accident which dislocated her thumb and wrist. She had positive MRI findings and functionally the patient could not use her wrist or thumb to carry or grasp due to pain. Results: Cynthia had 7 Prolotherapy treatments to wrist and thumb and she was improved 60-70%. When we changed to PRP she experienced 90% improvement in pain and function after 5 more sessions. She felt the improvement was excellent. “You gave me my hand back.” Dr. Magaziner’s credentials include: Director Center for Spine Sports Pain Management and Regenerative Medicine Assistant Professor New York Medical College Clinical Professor Robert Wood Johnson University Dept. of Anesthesiology Past CEO NJ Interventional Pain Society Past President New Jersey Society of Rehabilitation Medicine Middlesex County Medical Society Executive Board Member Past delegate to NJ Medical Society and advisor to the NJ Medicare Committee

20 years experience in Orthopedic Regenerative Treatments The Center for Spine, Sports, Pain Management and Orthopedic Regenerative Medicine is located at 2186 Route 27, Suite 2 D, North Brunswick, NJ. For information please visit DrEMagaziner. com or call 877-817-3273.

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new year is here, prompting us to figure out how to re-energize ourselves enough to catch up with everyday to-do’s after setting almost everything aside in favor of exciting, yet often exhausting, holiday tasks. Through trial and error I have learned and adapted a few simple things that get me going that may help you, too. I love having these go-to tips at hand and live well by applying them as often as needed. May they jumpstart your January! vUse a treadmill, walk around the house or go for a walk outside. 10 minutes of walking can up your energy quotient for hours.

vA good laugh will raise blood pressure to pump you up and out of sluggishness. Call a friend that’s good for a laugh, check out YouTube’s lighter-side videos or play with the kids. vChia seeds can also do the trick. Packed with B vitamins, fiber and proteins, they’re naturally made to be an instant pick-me-up. Sprinkle them into yogurt or slip them into smoothies. vStretching for a few minutes loosens muscles and can help stimulate the nervous system to boost your body and mind. vEating healthfully and regularly working out always contribute to feeling good. Have a big piece of salmon loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, known to improve mood. In this month’s Healing Ways article “Energy Boosters,” Kathleen Barnes explores targeted solutions for energizing ourselves so that we’re better equipped to deal with everyday issues and stay less stressed. I plan to take a page from our experts’ advice to, “Keep a balance by making it a habit when bringing new things into a home or work environment to let go of a comparable number of old things at the same time.” Find more tips on page 24and 25. It’s taken me years of trial and error to uncover triggers that rev up my energy level morning, noon and night. I’m not completely there yet and know you understand how we all can become easily overwhelmed from time to time. I am adding to my list for 2015 to de-clutter, better organize and surround myself with more positive people in environments that keep me smiling. One of my goals is that Natural Awakenings will always keeps you smiling. To a happy and healthy 2015,

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Wassailing the Apple newsbriefs Trees Revives British Dig Deeper Tradition Seed Saving to Food Sovereignty

aise a glass of cider with the Mount family from 1 to 4 p.m. on January 25, as Terhune Orchards, in Princeton, celebrates the apple trees. The annual Wassailing Party, a joyous gathering that follows a British tradition, is free and open to the public. Wassail is an ancient Saxon word that means “health be to you,” and it’s the health of the trees that will be celebrated. One of Terhune Orchards’ most popular events, the festivities will include dancing and singing by the Handsome Molly Dancers and reenactments of traditional old English rituals. The dance troupe will perform traditional British chants among the trees to drive away evil spirits. Everyone joins in with chanting and music making, hanging gifts of cider-soaked bread in the tree branches while chanting words of praise for the new year. Wassailing, usually held on the twelfth night, is an ancient tradition from the cider-making regions of southern and western England. People would gather in the apple orchard and perform rituals to ensure a successful apple crop for the next year. Guns were also fired through the branches to scare off any evil spirits lurking there, and the tree’s health was toasted with warm cider, passed in a bucket. The custom was especially important during a period when laborers’ wages were partially paid in hard apple cider. Landlords needed a strong apple crop to attract good workers. Location: 330 Cold Soil Rd., Princeton. For more information, call 609-9241310 or visit TerhuneOrchards.com. 6

MO Free NJ welcomes farmers Nate Kleinman and Dusty Hinz, founders of the Experimental Farm Network (EFN), for a special free workshop on seed starting and food sovereignty from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on January 17 at the Collingswood Library. The EFN, a New Jersey nonprofit organization, is an open network dedicated to reversing climate change by collaboratively developing the crops and agricultural systems of the future. The workshop will start with a community seed exchange focusing on proper storage of seeds, seed starting and care seedlings; participants are encouraged to bring seeds collected from this past harvest. Attendees will also hear Kleinman’s and Hinz’s advice on how seed saving is related to food sovereignty and the movement toward a new paradigm of fair and sustainable agriculture. Find out how current policy issues impact our food choice freedoms and learn what you can do about it. Discover how the work done in one’s own garden can help empower communities and create true food justice. A selection of rare seeds from EFN will be available for purchase. Location: 771 Haddon Ave., Collingswood. For more information, visit GMOFreeNJ.com and RSVP to GMOFreeNJ@gmail.com.

Real-Time Tour of the Battle of Princeton

our the Princeton Battlefield as the battle “progresses” in real time from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. on January 3. As a surprise, reenactors as Charles Willson Peale’s Company will be marching from the Old Barracks in Trenton, leaving at midnight on January 2, with the hope of arriving in the early morning hours at the Princeton Battlefield just as the tour proceeds. This event, which celebrates the 237th anniversary of the Battle of Princeton, is a part of Patriots Week and the New Jersey First Day Hikes Program, kicking off the Princeton Battlefield Society’s 2015 events. British Army Historian William P. Tatum III, a reenactor and a former Society Trustee, will trace the steps of American and British units at the same time of day as the original battle. The battle, which took place on January 3, 1777, was the first engagement won against the professional British Army and a crucial turning point in the American Revolution. Attendees should wear warm clothes and stout shoes or boots. Free-will donation to the Princeton Battlefield Society for the renovation of the Thomas Clarke House where General Mercer died is requested. Location: Meet at Clarke House, Princeton Battlefield, 500 Mercer St. For more information, visit ThePrincetonBattlefieldSociety.com. To RSVP or any questions, email Kip at PrincetonBattlefieldSocInfo@gmail.com.

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Eat Local

Winter Farmers’ Market

elebrate the local food of Central NJ at the “Eat Slow” Winter Farmers’ Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on January 10 at the Johnson Education Center, in Princeton. The event, organized by the West Windsor Community Farmers Market, will be hosted at D&R Greenway Land Trust’s Johnson Education Center. Stock up on locally produced meat, eggs, bread, mushrooms, cheese, wine, sauces, jams, baked goods and much more. Live music will be provided for the event as well. Cost: $3 suggested donation. Location: One Preservation Place, Princeton. For more information and a complete list of vendors, visit SlowFoodCentralNJ.org or WestWindsorFarmersMarket.org.

Welcome Winter Walk in Princeton

oin Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association Education Director Jeff Hoagland to explore the wonders of the natural world in winter on a morning walk from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on January 10 at the Mountain Lakes Preserve, in Princeton. The hike is co-sponsored by the Friends of Princeton Open Space. Discover the unique survival strategies of local plants and animals from milkweed to meadow vole and red oak to robin. Learn where animals store food and how they survive the season’s relentless chill. Enjoy the fun of the “Hibernation Game”. Dress warmly, boots are recommended and bring your sense of wonder. Walk does not meet at the Watershed Reserve. Cost: $5/person. Location: Mountain Lakes Preserve, 57 Mountain Ave., Princeton. Pre-registration required. For more information, call 609-737-7592 or visit TheWatershed.org.

Ice Harvest in Lambertville

ach year at Howell Farm, the family program season opens with the annual ice harvesting event that recreates a slice of Pleasant Valley life that was an important winter job each year. The ice cut in January or February would typically supply the farmers throughout the year when stored in an efficient ice house such as ours. This year’s harvest is scheduled for January 24. During the program, visitors help farmers cut, chop and shave ice, fill an ice house, and make ice cream. Conditions permitting, visitors can also join the harvest crew on the frozen pond and take a turn using an “ice saw”. Ice ponds were important to the farmers of New Jersey in the 1890s and a state law prohibited ice skating on ponds from which ice was gathered. Free admission and parking. Location: 70 Wooden’s Lane, Lambertville. For more information, call 609-737-3299 or visit HowellFarm.org. natural awakenings

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Eucalyptus Oil Inhibits Spread of TB

any of the natural compounds in the essential oil of Eucalyptus citriodora may prevent the airborne spread of the tuberculosis (TB) bacterium (Mycobacterium tuberculosis), according to a study from the Institute for Tuberculosis Research at the University of Illinois College of Pharmacy. Several of the compounds in the eucalyptus oil inhibited the airborne spread of the infection by 90 percent, while the major component of the oil was only weakly active, at 18 percent. The scientists used an array of analytical laboratory tests to measure the airborne spread of TB from contagious patients. They also identified 32 active airborne compounds within the essential oil of eucalyptus and studied the impact of the interaction of multiple components in artificial mixtures. The researchers undertook the study because “the rapid emergence of extensively and multidrug-resistant tuberculosis has created a pressing public health problem… and represents a new constraint in the already challenging disease management of TB.”

Legumes, Nuts and Corn Cut Risk of Breast Cancer

Harvard Medical School study concluded that eating more peanut butter, corn, nuts and beans, including lentils and soybeans, during adolescence significantly reduces the risk of breast cancer later on. The researchers followed 9,039 young women that were between 9 and 15 years old when the study started in 1996, having the subjects complete diet questionnaires every year through 2001, and also in 2003, 2004, 2007 and 2010. When the women were ages 18 to 30, the number of benign breast diseases that had developed was recorded. The statistics associated a daily serving of nuts and legumes at age 14 with a 66 percent reduction in the risk of developing breast cancer. Just a single serving of peanut butter once every three days at the age of 11 was associated with a 44 percent reduction of breast cancer risk. Intake of at least one serving of corn every three days was correlated with a 39 percent reduction in the disease. Earlier studies by Harvard researchers found that eating pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, soybeans, tofu and other vegetable fats also reduces breast cancer risk. 8

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SECONDHAND SMOKE DAMAGES CHILDREN’S HEARING

esearchers from São Paulo’s School of Medical Sciences of Santa Casa have found that secondhand smoke negatively affects a child’s hearing. The researchers tested 145 students between ages 8 and 10 that showed normal hearing in standardized tests. Their secondhand smoke exposure was measured by the level of a nicotine metabolite in the children’s urine. The 60 youngsters that had been exposed to secondhand smoke showed significantly lower responses to certain frequencies in both ears when compared to the others that weren’t exposed to the smoke. Researchers suspect that the affecting mechanism may be the acrolein gas that forms from burning tobacco cigarettes. The chemical was found to damage ear cells in a study published in the International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology. A 2012 study of diesel exhaust, which likewise produces acrolein gas, by the Republic of Korea’s Dongguk University, also showed damage to middle ear cells. Supporting these results, a study published in the American Medical Association Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery journal found that smoking during pregnancy almost triples the risk of lowfrequency hearing loss in the child. The study tested 964 adolescents between ages 12 and 15, of whom 16 percent were exposed to prenatal smoking.

Body Symmetry Correlates with Male Strength

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esearch from Germany’s University of Göttingen has determined that men with greater body symmetry also have greater strength. The scientists sampled 69 heterosexual, right-handed adult men, measuring handgrip strength as a scientifically recognized means for determining power and strength, as well as fluctuating asymmetry (FA), a measure of subtle, random deviations from perfect bilateral symmetry in traits that are typically symmetrical in the general population. FA was evaluated by measuring and comparing 12 body feature traits on the right and left sides, including breadth of the hand, wrist and elbow; finger length; and facial features. After eliminating the effects of body mass index, the researchers determined that the men with the greatest physical symmetry were stronger. Facial symmetry in males was associated with greater intelligence and better information-processing efficiency at age 83.

YOGA BREATHING HELPS ILL KIDS’ LUNGS

esearchers from Brazil’s University of São Paulo have found that hatha yoga breathing exercises can significantly improve lung function in children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a disease that often ends in premature death from respiratory failure. The average age of the 26 children that completed the study was 9-and-a-half years old. Participants were taught how to perform hatha yoga breathing exercises and instructed to perform them three times a day for 10 months. The researchers performed spirometry [breathing] tests before, during and after the study period. At the end of the 10 months of practice, the scientists found the breathing exercises improved both the children’s forced vital capacity (the volume of air that can forcibly be blown out after full inspiration) and forced expiratory volume in one second (the volume of air that can forcibly be exhaled in one second after full inspiration).

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Low Magnesium Levels Linked to Kidney Disease

PHOTOTHERAPY REDUCES KNEE PAIN

study from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine found that people with low levels of magnesium in their blood have a significantly greater risk of chronic kidney disease. The researchers correlated the blood levels of magnesium in 13,226 people ages 45 to 65 with the incidence of chronic kidney disease and endstage renal disease among them. Subjects that had blood serum magnesium levels below what is generally considered the normal range (0.7–1 millimole per liter) were associated with a 58 percent increased risk of chronic kidney disease and a 139 percent increased risk of end-stage renal disease. Abnormally low levels of magnesium may result from a number of conditions, including inadequate intake of serum magnesium due to chronic diarrhea, malabsorption, alcoholism, chronic stress and the use of medications such as diuretics. Foods rich in magnesium include leafy greens, nuts and seeds, beans, whole grains, avocados, bananas and figs.

Research from Brazil’s Universidade Nove de Julho has confirmed that pulsed lasers and LED therapy applied during treatment can significantly reduce knee pain. The 86 patients that participated in the study were divided into two groups; one received 12 treatments using super-pulsed red laser and infrared LED phototherapy and the control (placebo) group received 12 treatments using non-therapeutic phototherapy instruments. The patients given therapeutic phototherapy reported feeling significantly less pain, beginning with and continuing after the tenth treatment through a one-month follow-up visit, and showed improved quality of life compared with the study’s placebo group.

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Safer Groceries Landmark Food Law Being Enforced

The Center for Food Safety (CFS) has reached a settlement agreement (Tinyurl. com/FoodSettlementAgreement) with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that sets firm deadlines for the agency to fully enact the 2011 Food Safety Modernization Act. A federal court will maintain supervision to ensure FDA compliance. CFS senior attorney George Kimbrell, who led the case, says, “The first major update to our food safety laws since 1938 must now be implemented in a closed-ended, timely fashion. That means safer food for American families.” Congress passed the law to combat the epidemic of food-borne illnesses affecting one in six Americans annually. After repeated delays, the FDA must now comply with the following court-overseen schedule to implement the final rules: preventative controls for human and animal food (8/30/2015); imported food and foreign suppliers (10/31/2015); produce safety (10/31/2015); food transportation (3/31/2016); and intentional adulteration of food (5/31/2016). Source: CenterForFoodSafety.org

Smart Solar Japan Floats New Nuclear Alternative Two companies in Japan will begin building two huge new solar power islands that will float on reservoirs, following the inception of the Kagoshima floating solar plant as the country’s largest, which opened in late 2013 just off the country’s southern coast. The new direction comes as Japan looks to move on from the Fukushima atomic disaster of 2011 and meet the energy needs of its 127 million people without relying on nuclear power. Before the incident, about 30 percent of the country’s power was generated by nuclear plants, but Fukushima destroyed public confidence, and with earthquakes highly likely in regions containing reactors, Japan is looking for alternatives. Solar islands could also be a solution for other countries where space or nuclear concerns are an issue. It’s possible that one day a significant portion of Europe’s power could come from use of the technology; experts believe the engineering challenges can be surmounted. Source: DailyGalaxy.com 12

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Holistic Healers Reach Out to the Underserved An annual report issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that up to 33 percent of uninsured people are avoiding needed treatment for economic reasons. Lifestyle changes and natural remedies like yoga and massage therapy can be highly effective when treating conditions such as high blood pressure, depression or aching joints, and groups nationwide are making these modalities more affordable for everyone. At California’s Healing Clinic Collective (HealingClinicCollective. Wordpress.com), in Oakland, women receive a day of free holistic health care—from acupuncture to massage therapy and nutritional counseling— and discounted rates for follow-up appointments. The Third Root Community Health Center (ThirdRoot.org), in Brooklyn, helps arrange for acupuncturists, herbalists, Reiki practitioners and others to treat low-income people in New York City, especially community organizers and activists that are often overworked and lack the resources for these types of care. The Samarya Center (Samarya Center.org), in Seattle, Washington, uses revenue from its yoga studio to provide free yoga to critically ill patients served by the city’s Bailey-Boushay House and the local VA hospital, and also to patients with chronic pain at the Pike Place Medical Clinic, which treats many homeless and lowincome Seattle residents.

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The Pacific Remote Islands National Marine Monument— about 470,000 square miles of ocean surrounding a couple of remote U.S. Pacific islands—is now officially set aside to protect its pristine habitat from deep-sea mining and commercial fishing. Although smaller than the nearly 800,000 square miles of its original plan, the park is still twice the size of Texas. In a final compromise, fishermen will have access to the waters around half of the islands and atolls, while the other half remains protected. Only 2 percent of the entire Pacific enjoys similar protection.

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Downsides of Ethanol Ethanol, which makes up 10 percent of the gasoline available at filling stations, together with other biofuels made from crops, appeared to be a way to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. However, recent research shows that the federal government’s push to up production of corn-derived ethanol as a gasoline additive since the U.S. Renewable Fuels Standard was enacted in 2007 has instead expanded our national carbon footprint and contributed to a range of other problems. The nonprofit Environmental Working Group warns that continued production of corn ethanol is both worse for the climate than gasoline and bad for farmers, the land and consumers. “It’s driving up food prices, straining agricultural markets, increasing competition for arable land and promoting conversion of uncultivated land to grow crops,” according to this watchdog organization. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is reportedly weighing a proposal to cut the amount of ethanol currently required by law to be blended into gasoline by 1.39 billion gallons, equivalent to taking 580,000 cars off the roads for a year. Researchers have been trying to develop greener forms of ethanol, but none are ready for market yet. For more information, visit epa.gov/otaq/fuels/renewablefuels.

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Score Healthy and Eco-Friendly Points at Parties For healthy eaters, Super Bowl parties’ bent toward rich, calorie-laden foods compete with our desire to shed some holiday pounds and return to regular diet regimens. Whether supplying eco-beer selections for guests or bringing refreshments to a gathering, armchair players can score green points both in terms of natural ingredients and supporting the domestic economy and environment. Sierra Nevada Brewing Company’s plant in Chico, California, uses 10,000-plus solar panels and a large on-site water treatment facility for recycling and conserving water. “It’s the number one ingredient in brewing,” says Sustainability Manager Cheri Chastain. “You can generate more energy, but you can’t make water.” Other American microbrews deploy varied eco-solutions. Dave’s BrewFarm, in Wilson, Wisconsin, for instance, obtains most of its energy via a wind-powered generator. Goats “mow” the grass outside the Anderson Valley Brewing plant in Boonville, California. Odell Brewing Company, in Fort Collins, Colorado, practices waste reduction and recycling and uses renewable energy sources. The 100 percent wind-powered brewery also encourages employees to bike to work and/or carpool, and uses biodiesel-powered delivery trucks (the biodegradable fuel emits 78 percent less CO2 than standard fuel). Five of the 2014 Good Food Awards’ winning beers— exceeding the criteria of recycling water, local sourcing and banning genetically modified ingredients—are Port City Brewing Co., Alexandria, Virginia; Deschutes Brewery, Bend, Oregon; Bear Republic Brewing Co., Healdsburg, California; Victory Brewing Co., Downingtown, Pennsylvania; and Ninkasi Brewing Co., Eugene, Oregon (GoodFoodAwards. org). ChasingGreen.org offers information on many other U.S. craft breweries that operate in sustainable ways, including the Brooklyn Brewery, Brooklyn, New York; New Belgium Beer, Fort Collins, Colorado; and the Great Lakes Brewing Co., Cleveland, Ohio. If none of these brews is yet a current favorite, seek them out at a specialty beverage retailer that stocks from multiple regions in order to score a touchdown for us and the Earth. Some just may become part of local fans’ first-string beverage “team” after the game is over.

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Mrs. G’s appliance store has been a fixture on the Lawrence business scene for a long time. “My grandmother started the business,” says owner Deborah Shaffer.

haffer says it’s in the best interest of everyone in a community to shop locally. “If you shop at a locally owned business, a lot more of the money you spend is going to be re-circulated locally than if you shop at a big chain store out of town,” she says. “And if you shop online, the percentage of the money you spend that will be re-circulated locally is zero.” Local re-circulation of money “inevitably gives you a stronger local economy,” she adds. That means better schools, better roads, better police and more jobs. Research conducted by American Express shows that real estate values increase more rapidly in communities that have strong local business support.” Shaffer is vice-chair of the board of the New Jersey Retail Markets Association. “The association includes all retailers in New Jersey—big and small, national, regional and local,” she says, adding some persuasive statistics that favor shopping locally and showing what a large and vital segment of the state economy local businesses represent. “Jobs are always a big issue,” Shaffer says. “In New Jersey, one in four employees works in retail. Ninety-five percent of the retail companies in New Jersey work out of only one location. That shows that many people work for local businesses. Eighty-six percent of the retail establishments statewide have fewer than 10 employees.” Shaffer stresses that it’s not only residents who should shop locally—business owners need to as well. “We follow that principle here at Mrs. G’s,” she says. “We buy all our office supplies locally. We hire local insurance agents and use local banks.” Shaffer raises a point that frequently goes unnoticed— community banks are a local business, too. They have a vested interest in helping the local economy thrive. A growing local economy generates more deposits and loan opportunities for the community bank that leads to reinvesting in the local economy. The big banks are competing for these same deposits, but local deposits often end up funding out-of-state loans and investments. The five largest U.S. banks hold 40 percent of all domestic deposits. Yet, these same banks only make 16 percent of small business loans in America. Jim Hyman, CEO of HVCBank, spent the early part of his career at a large bank. “With them, I generally worked with finance officers of major corporations whose responsibilities were simply to save money. In a community bank like ours, it’s much different. You work one-on-one with people who have dreams of success and reward. That’s a whole different perspective to approach a banking relationship. What’s more, in community banking you get to see the

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results of your loans and how they can build and improve people’s lives.” The Front Porch, a gift shop in downtown Pennington Borough, opened more than 30 years ago. Chris Murphy has owned it for 17 years. As a businesswoman, maintaining the vitality of the borough’s shopping area is a primary concern of hers. “If you take your downtown for granted, you can lose it,” Murphy says. She stressed that businesses need the support of each other plus the patronage of residents. “When I need lights for my store, I could get them at a big box store,” she says. “But I don’t. I buy them at the hardware store in town.” Murphy donated $25,000 toward the construction of a turf athletic field at the local high school. That $1 million project, completed a few years ago, was funded entirely with local donations, many from local businesses. No tax dollars were used. Besides being such an asset to our youth, having it facilitates things similar to what having a downtown gives you. It’s a social place, a place to meet people and enjoy their company.” Mike Rothwell, whose family has owned the Pennington Market for decades, agrees. “I know that a key piece of what we do is hiring local people and, with young people, I think that’s especially important. With many of the youngsters we hire, this is their first job. It’s a special thing for us to see how they grow as people while they work here. When they go off to college, they’ll work here in the summer. Then their younger brothers or sisters follow in their footsteps and work here. The store feels like a big family that way.” The Pennington Market is well known in the greater Mercer area for its strong support of community efforts. It has contributed generously to the Hopewell Valley YMCA, to the construction of a turf athletic athletic field at the local high school and to many other projects. On numerous occasions, the Market will donate a percentage of a full day’s receipts to a community effort. Rothwell is on the board of the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen (TASK), which has been feeding the needy for

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many years, and is a volunteer member of the advisory board to the Hopewell Township Board of Health. “As our mission statement says, we work to earn the trust of our customers and our community,” Rothwell says. “We work hard to provide great customer service and excellent food at a good price. A significant percentage of the money we bring in goes to support the community our customers live in. That’s just not the case with big box stores or, even more so, with firms that sell things online.” The contentions of Shaffer, Murphy and Rothwell that locally based businesses put much more of their resources back into their community than chain stores do are borne out by research published by the American Independent Business Alliance (AMIBA). A study, conducted nationwide by the private firm Civic Economics, found that “on average, 48 percent of each purchase at local independent businesses was re-circulated locally, compared to less than 14 percent of purchases at chain stores.” “Local businesses also are a resource of information to consumers,” says Dorothea Vonmoltke, who owns a bookstore in Princeton. “People use our bookstore as a resource for discovering new book titles,” she says. “They’ll browse in the store and talk to us, to

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find those titles. We’ve actually had more than one person who has used us to research, recommend and discover only to order the book online while they’re still in the store. Local stores are where you discover things and have meaningful relationships with knowledgeable retailers. Brick-and-mortar stores can’t survive if they are used as showrooms for online purchases from other retailers.” Michael Gray and his partner Russ White are excited to be a new part of Hopewell Borough’s commercial scene and believe they can offer much that a big box store cannot. Their business, Sourland Cycles, on East Broad Street, opened on December 5. “Those of us here in the store have 50 years of cycling experience between us,” Gray says. With bicycles, there’s more than just the bike. “Here, you get to really try the bike on. You meet our mechanic who can discuss bikes with you and work on finding the best one for you. You can talk to us about that gear. We can swap parts to make your bike more comfortable and efficient. Our inventory is suited to the local geography,” he says. “Customers tell us what they want from a bike—be it road racing or riding in the park or offroad—and we set them up with what they need.” Gray says Hopewell Borough residents have expressed gratitude that Sourland Cycles restored a vacant historic building, in effect bringing it back to life. “We’re so excited to be here on Broad Street,” he says. “Doing something like this gets you engaged in the community. You develop a personal relationship with the street. That’s a special thing.” Consider supporting your local economy by becoming a part of the Hopewell Valley Community Bank community. If you live local, then buy local and Bank Local with HVCBank. Marianne Romano is the Hopewell Valley Community Bank assistant treasurer and head of market development and social media management. See ad on page 13.

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New Year, New You When ‘Good Enough’ Is Perfect by Elizabeth Lombardo

oes it sometimes feel like if we can’t do something perfectly, why should we bother doing it at all? Perfectionism feeds on such an all-ornothing approach in following rigid self-imposed rules that can sabotage relationships, health and happiness. Instead, try adopting a “better than perfect” mindset that embraces life’s imperfections without guilt or shame. A clean enough house or a good enough job is in many ways better than perfect. Here are helpful approaches to reframe the internal discussion. Remember what matters. In planning a big birthday party for her husband, one wife was so stressed trying to manage every detail that she had to stop and ask herself: What is most important—having everything look perfect, or having a fun party they would enjoy and remember for the rest of their lives? Thinking about our values keeps things in perspective and perfectionism in check. Perfection isn’t likable. We often try to be perfect to gain other people’s attention and approval, but no one wants to be around a person trying to be someone they aren’t. No one’s life is perfect. Social media often present idealized versions of people’s lives. Few post about fighting with their partner or coping with an unhappy infant; we most often hear about vacation

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adventures and baby’s first word or step. We can avoid feelings of dissatisfaction by avoiding comparisons with others. It’s not failure, it’s data. Rather than personalize a perceived failure, take it on as an opportunity. If a New Year’s resolution to work out more isn’t kept, ask why: Is the exercise location too far away or is the class schedule inconvenient? It feels better to adopt a more successful strategy than to beat ourself up about falling short. Perfectionism is a treadmill. People often think, “I’ll be happy when I weigh this or achieve that,” always seeking the next level of self-improvement. Appreciating who we are right now is a path to happiness. Perfectionism is a learned behavior, and anything learned can be unlearned at any age. As we continue to strive for excellence, we can learn to embrace what’s good. Take a perfectionist self-assessment quiz at Tinyurl.com/PerfectionismQuiz. Elizabeth Lombardo, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and the author of Better than Perfect: 7 Strategies to Crush Your Inner Critic and Create a Life You Love plus A Happy You: Your Ultimate Prescription for Happiness. Connect at ElizabethLombardo.com.

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es thousands of physical and chemical processes that take place in the functioning of every cell, the building blocks of life; healthy cell function produces proper endocrine (hormonal) functioning, influencing homeostasis. This past August, 12 nationally recognized functional medicine experts participated in the country’s first online Metabolic Revolution Summit to discuss the importance of recognizing the dots that connect the majority of today’s chronic diseases—high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, pre-diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, weight gain, obesity, fatty liver disease, Alzheimer’s, dementia, cancer and even infertility. All of the panelists pointed to the root cause that links them all—the craze for a high-carbohydrate, low-fat diet starting in the 1990s combined with a sedentary lifestyle. When several complex conditions exist simultaneously, medical science refers to them as a syndrome. Regardless of how such intricate interrelationships become manifest, all of these syndromes have early-stage signs that include inflammation, high blood sugar and insulin resistance, which can affect metabolic health.

It’s All About Metabolism Getting to the Root Cause of Disease by Linda Sechrist

ttempts to tender lay explanations of how to attain and maintain better health have become fragmented and compartmentalized, with complex scientific cause-and-effect explanations of disease regularly reduced to isolated infographics and sound bites in the media. But understanding our body’s sophisticated, self-regulating, selfcorrecting and interdependent physiological systems, which work in collaboration with each other and inform us of the body’s status by means of symptoms, deserves a whole-systems frame of reference. Stepping back from immediate concerns to grasp the bigger picture allows for rethinking the Western approach to health. A perspective that connects all the dots works best, beginning with the foundation of wellness—the functioning of 73 trillion cells that are organized into a variety of tissues, including interconnected systems of organs. Optimally, they function together harmoniously to achieve homeostasis, the overall chemical and energetic balance that defines metabolic health.

The Reign of Metabolism

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A Holistic Approach

Doctors that specialize in functional integrative medicine strive to improve the health and well-being of patients by engaging them in their own healing process. One popular approach is practiced by Durango, Colorado, Doctor of Chiropractic James Forleo, author of Health is Simple, Disease is Complicated: A Systems Approach to Vibrant Health. He starts by educating people about the basic functioning of the major body systems involved in their specific health challenges. “To maintain metabolic health, no one should overlook that the body’s intelligence works 24/7 to solve multiple problems simultaneously, including balancing their metabolism. The more complex the pattern of symptoms, the more systems are involved. Whether a single or group of symptoms indicate metabolic dysfunction, it means that numerous systems that rely on healthy cells are unable to perform their normal functions,” explains Forleo. For example, blood sugar issues, excess circulating insulin and buildup of excess glucose stored as fat can lead to metabolic dysfunction. The pancreas, thyroid and gastrointestinal tract—primary glands in the endocrine system that plays a major role in balancing body chemistry by secreting hormones directly into the circulatory system—are negatively impacted.

Pioneering integrative doctors are connecting the dots that point to the root causes of the majority of today’s chronic diseases. Well-functioning adrenals are necessary to balance blood sugar and one role of the pancreas is to produce insulin. When four of the eight major organ systems—immune, endocrine, cardiovascular, digestive and endocrine—are impacted by metabolic dysfunction, a more holistic and systemic approach to health can provide a broader understanding of how they interrelate, and why preventive measures can preclude having to later pursue ways to reverse serious chronic diseases.

Lifestyle Factors

Functional medicine’s integrative approach to metabolic health is based on proper nutrition and regular exercise. “The inflammatory agents present in much of the food consumed at each meal in the standard American diet—highglycemic refined carbohydrates, high-fructose corn syrup and other sugars, and hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated fats—are the biggest offenders,” says Forleo, who notes that the body instead needs good fats, such as those obtained from olive and coconut oils. Factors over which we can exercise some control— physical activity, stress, sleep, diet and circadian rhythms— all play roles in metabolic health. Unfortunately, “We are moving further away from our ancestors’ healthier diet and lifestyle. We’re overfed and undernourished because we’re no longer eating for nutrition, but for entertainment,” remarks Doctor of Chiropractic Brian Mowll, the medical director of Sweet Life Diabetes Health Centers in Pennsyl-

vania and Delaware. He characterizes metabolic dysfunction as the ultimate problem because it’s the doorway to many other ailments. “A hundred years ago, infectious diseases plagued humanity. Today and in the future, it’ll be metabolic disorders such as obesity, cancer, metabolic syndrome, thyroid disorders and other endocrine problems, diabetes and Type 2 diabetes,” predicts Mowll.

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Dr. Caroline Cederquist, author of The MD Factor Diet: A Physician’s Proven Diet for Metabolism Correction and Healthy Weight Loss, and founder of Cederquist Medical Wellness Center, in Naples, Florida, conducted a one-year study of patients to identify their health issues via blood work analysis. Eighty-nine percent of the men, women and children showed evidence of insulin resistance. This often-overlooked metabolic condition affects how the body processes glucose, a simple sugar and the body’s primary fuel, making gaining weight easy and losing it difficult. Treated with proper diet, lifestyle changes and supplements, plus medication in advanced stages, Cederquist found that metabolic dysfunction is reversible. She explains that long-term insulin resistance can lead to fatty liver disease, high blood sugar and eventually, diabetes. It also directly affects cholesterol levels and can induce triglycerides, high blood pressure, low HDL (high-density lipoprotein, or “good” cholesterol), increased waist circumference and heart disease. In Cederquist’s young adult patients, metabolic dysfunction was also associated with polycystic ovarian syndrome, a cause of infertility. Germany’s Dr. Wolf Funfack, a specialist in internal and nutritional medicine and creator of a well-regarded

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How to Talk with a Doctor by Carol L. Roberts

any patients, both men and women, have a heroworshipping attitude toward their physicians and can be intimidated during visits. They may feel it’s impolite to question a doctor, even to get information needed to make critical decisions for one’s self or a loved one. Some doctors seem to have forgotten they are still just people with a medical degree. Patients should remember this if they encounter any perceived aloofness or arrogance. Too often, such an unhelpful attitude may be acquired along with professional experience. Getting ready for a visit to a doctor often entails following instructions, but should also include preparing questions you want answered. If a serious health issue has surfaced, such as an abnormal lab test or a diagnosis that requires treatment, make key questions count: “Where did this come from? Is there anything I can do for myself? What is the recommended treatment? What are the expected effects and unintended side effects of the proposed treatment? Are there alternative forms of treatment? Can I speak to one of your patients that has undergone this treatment?” Then, do online research upon returning home. The Internet has placed the entire library of medicine at our fingertips. Sift out the science from the hype, refine questions and go back for deeper answers. Get a second opinion from another medical doctor or naturopath (some states license them) or doctor of Oriental medicine (acupuncture and herbs). No matter if the proposed treatment is as seemingly simple as a course of antibiotics or as serious as surgery, question it before automatically submitting to a diagnosis and drug prescription. Each of us is the only person on Earth with the unique vantage point of living inside our body. We shouldn’t let anyone label us as depressed if a sick body says otherwise, that “It’s all in your head,” if it’s real, or that there’s no cure. That’s where alternative medicine usually begins and miracles can happen. The best results come from standing up for ourselves.

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metabolic balancing program, noted that insulin resistance both increases the production of stress hormones and blocks production of the anti-inflammatory hormones that slow the aging process. Funfack’s all-natural, personalized nutrition plan, backed by more than 25 years of scientific study, is designed to bring hormonal balance, optimize health and lead to long-term weight management. Cardiologist Stephen Sinatra, author of Metabolic Cardiology, goes a step further. He believes that metabolic dysfunction involving cells, hormones and inflammation encompasses the molecular-based essence of all disease. He observes, “Individuals diagnosed with several conditions can leave a doctor’s office with three or four prescriptions, rather than the one solution for reversal and prevention—a healthy lifestyle and non-inflammatory diet to offset and neutralize weight gain, blood pressure elevation and other abnormalities such as high blood sugar.” Mowll agrees that many conventional healthcare practitioners don’t address the root cause of metabolic disorders or provide lifestyle interventions. “They simply reach for the prescription pad,” he says. This growing problem presents an opportunity to educate the entire populace. Bestselling Virgin Diet author JJ Virgin, who characterizes the human body as a “chemistry lab,” adopts an easy-tofollow nutritional and fitness approach for metabolic health. She recommends eating the types of healthy fats found in wild fish, raw nuts and seeds, coconut, avocado and olives. Virgin prefers the clean, lean protein of grass-fed beef and wild fish, plus low-glycemic lentils and legumes and plenty of low-glycemic fruits like raspberries, blueberries, pears and grapefruits. Low-glycemic vegetables on her list include green peas, green beans, broccoli, cauliflower, onion and eggplant. “When you eat this way, there’s a slow release of sugar, and insulin remains at lower levels,” advises Virgin. As in any systems theory, the whole must be understood in relationship to the parts, as well as the relevant environment. Experts agree that it’s paramount to take an expanded, systemic approach to metabolic health, rather than fixating on only one or two aspects at a time. Metabolic health—from basic cells to the most sophisticated of organized systems—can only be achieved and sustained when the whole system is healthy. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings and host of the online Metabolic Revolution Summit. Visit her website ItsAllAboutWe.com for a free audio sample.

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Both the family and the veterinarian need to feel comfortable with treatments. Ask questions before submitting an animal to any anesthetic or surgery or other medical procedure. Talk with the veterinarian about using this gentle, natural approach to help relieve any concerns if a pet needs sedation or anesthesia. Shawn Messonnier, a doctor of veterinary medicine practicing in Plano, TX, is the award-winning author of The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats and Unexpected Miracles: Hope and Holistic Healing for Pets. For more information, visit PetCareNaturally.com.

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any pet parents and some veterinarians have an unnecessary fear of animal anesthesia. Addressing some misconceptions about this common medical procedure can be helpful, particularly in regard to older pets.

Myth #1: Anesthesia is Dangerous Modern anesthesia has evolved into a safe medical practice since it was introduced in 1799 and uses much safer drugs than earlier versions. Still, all medications need to be approached cautiously for the welfare of all individuals connected to its use. Both injectable anesthetic drugs and inhalant anesthetic drugs (gases) can be used safely if properly chosen for a specific condition, accurately dosed and continuously monitored.

Myth #2: Grogginess is a Given When a high-quality medication is properly administered, a groggy state

lasting from several hours to a day or more following a procedure shouldn’t occur. Lower-quality anesthetic drugs injected during discounted spaying and neutering procedures may produce such prolonged recovery periods. It’s safer to use a high-quality, quick-acting, short-term injectable anesthetic, followed by gas anesthesia for anesthetic maintenance, during surgical procedures, including for spaying and neutering. Patients wake up quickly following surgery and can be sent home fully awake soon afterwards.

Myth #3: A Pet is Too Old

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No pet is too old for proper medical care. Because older pets don’t metabolize some drugs as well as younger ones, the correct anesthesia must be chosen for the pet’s age and current state of health or medical problems. Too often, pets haven’t received proper care, especially dental cleanings and tumor removals, because their current veterinarian has deemed them too old for anesthesia.

n Each patient is unique and has unique anesthetic needs. n Giving the least amount of anesthesia needed ensures the safest possible procedure. n Analgesics are used to minimize discomfort and meet anesthetic needs. n Some anesthetic drugs may be used to minimize the depth of anesthesia obtained. n Light levels of anesthesia are preferred for minimally painful procedures. n Carefully monitoring the patient during anesthesia helps ensure a good outcome. n Patients should wake up from anesthesia immediately following the procedure. n Patients are sent home immediately following anesthetic recovery. n An older pet can be safely anesthetized by a holistic vet as part of its anti-aging care.

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tress saps energy, and Americans feel stressed more than ever, with 20 percent of us experiencing “extreme stress” at least weekly, according to the American Institute of Stress. Could latenight TV and the ubiquitous presence of electronic devices be the culprits? Partly, according to information published by Harvard Medical School. While all light stimulates the brain, the blue light from electronic devices and some eco-light bulbs disrupt circadian rhythms, prevent production of melatonin and block deep, healthful, restorative sleep. Fortunately, there’s an easy remedy, say Harvard experts: Seek abundant exposure to bright natural sunlight, and then turn off all electronic devices an hour before bedtime. Some experts even suggest wearing orange-colored goggles for the last two waking hours to neutralize the energy-sucking blue rays. Here are a few more energy thieves and ways to neutralize them.

Avoid Energy Vampires Problem: We all know someone that exhausts us, according to Dr. Judith Orloff, Venice Beach, California, author of the new book, The Ecstasy of Surrender. Maybe he or she talks endlessly about personal matters, is incessantly negative, a gossip or a guilt-tripper.

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Solution: “Take control. Get in the driver’s seat,” advises Orloff. “Create a circle of positive people around you. Stay calm and centered. Distance yourself from energy vampires and if they’re family, limit time spent with them and establish boundaries.”

Recognize Time Leeches

Problem: We fall into the black hole of Facebook or cute kitten videos. Hours pass and we fall behind in more productive activities and then feel drained and groggy. Solution: Time management is essential to preserving energy, says Orloff. Limit time spent on social media. Check email once or twice a day instead of every 15 minutes. “The Internet is addictive, almost like a drug,” explains Orloff. “When you’re online, your energy is cut off and you become a zombie; you’re not in your body. Take a technology fast. Talk to your mate. Make love. Go for a walk in the woods. See your best friend.”

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Problem: We all have way too much “stuff,” says Linda Rauch Carter, author of Move Your Stuff, Change Your Life. “If you don’t have room, you shut your-

self off from the flow of energy in your home and become exhausted,” says the Tustin, California, feng shui expert. “When I ask a client to take half of the stuff off a shelf and then ask how it feels, they almost always take a deep breath. The clutter literally chokes off breath and vitality.” Solution: “Clear out what isn’t needed,” counsels Carter. “Keep a balance by making it a habit when bringing new things into a home or work environments to let go of a comparable number of old things at the same time.” Beware of clutter creep, the slow accumulation of energy-sapping clutter, she says. “I believe the lack of energy so many of us experience is a nearly undetectable, chronic energy drain that seems slight, yet over time becomes a big problem.”

Stop Electromagnetic Pollution Problem: We are all surrounded by energy-draining electromagnetic fields (EMF) from myriad electronic devices and systems in homes and offices, plus cell phone towers and transmission lines. All of these operate on frequencies that can be major energy drains, says Carter. Japanese research physician Ryoichi Ogawa found that 80 percent of his chronic fatigue patients were frequent users of electromagnetic technologies (Omega-News). Solution: Minimize indoor exposure to EMFs by using land lines with corded phones, power strips and shutting off electricity to nonessential appliances when not in use. “I’ve been preaching this for 20 years,” says Carter. Protecting sleep space is a primary consideration. “Make sure no beds are near electrical outlets and cell phones. Get rid of cordless phones, which are like mini cell towers, right there in the house,” she adds. The easiest solution, Carter says, is to put bare feet on bare earth for 15 to 20 minutes a day. “It will pull some of that excess EMF charge right off of you.” Kathleen Barnes is the author of numerous natural health books and publisher at Take Charge Books. Connect at Kathleen@KathleenBarnes.com.

More Ways to Recharge Take a walk. A brisk 10-minute walk gets the cobwebs out and neutralizes the four o’clock energy slump, says Dr. Judith Orloff. Just spending time outside is a simple, time-tested way of boosting energy. Recent Scottish research published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine confirms the energy-enhancing power of nature in general, noting that people that live near trees have lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol. Just Say No. “’No,’ is a complete sentence,” says Orloff. “You don’t have to be mean or angry about it; just firmly say ‘No,’ when someone asks you to do something you don’t want to do or because you already feel overcommitted or overwhelmed. You don’t have to explain or make excuses.” A commitment isn’t necessarily final either, remarks Orloff: “If you dread it and can’t delegate it, renegotiate the earlier agreement.”

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ur body’s hormones work like an orchestra. When one instrument is out of tune, the entire production struggles to maintain harmony. Each plays a part in influencing the others and determining how well the whole concert works. Fortunately, our body has masterful conductors, including the endocrine system, which coordinates all of the glands and the hormones they produce. “Players” include the adrenal, hypothalamus, pancreas, pineal, pituitary, reproductive and thyroid/ parathyroid glands. “A healthy endocrine system is essential to making hormones in appropriate amounts throughout our life,” says Theresa Dale, Ph.D., a naturopathic doctor who practices as a traditional naturopath and clinical nutritionist in Oxnard, California, and has authored

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Revitalizing Your Hormones. “For example, when the ovaries shut down after menopause, the adrenal glands continue producing progesterone and other essential hormones.” Dale, dean and founder of the California College of Natural Medicine, further assures that contrary to assertions from some conventional medicine reports, the body is able to produce necessary hormones throughout our entire life. Hormones function as chemical messengers that commute through the bloodstream as part of the information superhighway that connects the brain to the DNA managers of the body’s cells. “Hormones communicate with chemicals produced by the brain called neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine, which greatly influence energy levels, moods

and other bodily functions such as moving memories from short- to longterm storage,” explains Dale. For 20 years, she has seen patients with critical hormonal imbalances respond to her recommended three-month, endocrinerebuilding diet, comprising three daily meals of steamed, sautéed and raw foods, fish, whole grains, legumes, seeds, nuts, fresh fruits and vegetables, plus two raw vegetable or seed snacks. The regimen strives to balance metabolism, cleanse the body, restore immune function and revitalize the endocrine system. Kokomo, Indiana, resident Sylvia Egel, national director of coaching and education for Metabolic Balance, a personalized nutrition plan to balance metabolism and hormones, optimize health and increase energy at any age, agrees that hormones can be restored and balanced via proper food selections. “Our lifestyle and dietary choices strongly affect our metabolism and hormonal health, as do stress levels and sleep patterns. Eating at the wrong time, in the wrong place or in the wrong order, and even poor combinations of healthy foods, can be almost as problematic as eating junk food,” says Egel. She also warns against snacking, emotional eating, eating on the go, skipping breakfast and waiting too long between meals. Diana Hoppe, author of Healthy Sex Drive, Healthy You, an obstetrician and gynecologist in San Diego, California, who leads clinical trials related to women’s health at the Pacific Coast Research Center, also sees firsthand how what we eat directly affects our hormones. She attests that our bodies need a balance of three macronutrients: carbohydrates, protein and fat. “But for 20 years, we

have been advised to decrease fat intake in favor of fat-free options that have been detrimental to us, because we need fat to produce hormones and maintain healthy hormone function. Certain fatty acids and cholesterol serve as building blocks in hormone production and cellular function, especially the reproductive hormones of estrogen and testosterone,” says Hoppe. Food can be medicine for hormones. One of the most important hormone-balancing fats is coconut oil, which heals skin, increases metabolism and supplies a quick source of energy. Egg yolks are a good source of choline and iodine, essential to the production of healthy thyroid hormones, plus are rich in vitamins A, D, E and B-complex vitamins. Avocados have lots of healthy fat that helps absorb and utilize nutrients. Nuts and seeds, olive oil and salmon are all rich in omega-3 essential fatty acids that help stabilize hormone levels. Eating the right foods and incorporating healthy fats into meals increases overall energy, reduces hormonal fluctuations and helps us feel more balanced. Says Dale, “The majority of individuals are surprised to learn that hormone health doesn’t depend on age, but rather on a complex of factors, like the air we breathe, the water we drink, the quality of our diet, good sleep and adequate exercise, plus the relative health of our relationships and emotional life—and that’s just for starters.” Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings.

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Added Value–Hardwood Wood comes in many colors, polished to a high gloss or textured, and can be refinished when styles change. “Timber used to float downriver to the sawmill and not all of it arrived. We salvage logs from the bottom of the Penobscot River for flooring and other products,” says Tom Shafer, co-owner of Maine Heritage Timber, in Millinocket. “Our wood is as fresh as the day it was cut decades ago.” Cold water preserves the resource and adds a natural patina. Removal of the estimated 700,000 cords of underwater wood will help restore the waterway’s natural eco-system. Note: Wood can scratch or dent and be susceptible to water damage. Even recycled wood might not be eco-friendly. “Wood reclaimed from manufacturing plants can contain machine oils, harsh chemical residue, lead paint or asbestos,”

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Linoleum is made from linseed oil, wood powder, resins and ground limestone. Mineral pigments provide rich color throughout, which prevents paler worn spots. A personalized pattern may include borders using linoleum sheets or tiles. It’s long-lasting, durable, fireresistant, biodegradable, has no harmful volatile organic compounds (VOC) and repels dirt and dust. Note: Vinyl, made from unnatural chlorinated petrochemicals, won’t wear as well or last as long as linoleum.

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Bottles recycled into glass tile reflect light, brightening smaller rooms like the bath. Long-lasting ceramic or porcelain tile has no VOCs, is easy to clean and won’t host germs, bacteria or dust mites. Note: Look for lead-free glazed tile. Glass tile may be cost-prohibitive for larger spaces. Most tile can be slick when wet; texturing increases safety.

Child-, Pet- and Elder-Friendly, Warm and Comfy–Cork Cork is lightweight, flexible and can mimic stone, granite, tile, marble and wood, while providing comfortable cushioning. “Cork assumes the ambient temperature in the room, keeping feet warmer. It holds up to dogs, too,” says Tim Tompkins, a Portuguese Cork Association committee member in Greenville, South Carolina. “Cork is both healthy for the consumer and sustainable for the environment.” Note: Due to its cushioning nature, heavy furniture or high-heeled shoes may make indentations.

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Bamboo generally regrows in three to five years, is twice as hard as red oak and can be stained almost any color. Edge-grained bamboo, banded together, turns flooring into a statement. Note: “It’s shipped from Asia and may have formaldehyde glues and durability problems, so shop carefully,” advises David Bergman, a New York City green architect and author of Sustainable Design: A Critical Guide.

Long-Wearing Classic Look–Stone Travertine, limestone, granite, slate and marble are all stone flooring options. Stone can increase home value, has a classic look and is a piece of history that adds to any décor, although it’s not a renewable resource. Cork or nonpetroleum-based laminated floors can

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renowned leader of the self-help movement from its early days, Louise Hay is celebrated worldwide for teaching—by personal example and through her bestselling book, You Can Heal Your Life—how each of us can transform our mind, body and spirit by changing the way we think. Her positive philosophy has sparked an industry and her Hay House publishing group. Nourishing mind and body, loving life, learning and growing, giving back and moving ahead—these comprise Hay’s program for creating health, happiness and longevity. At 88, she continues to travel for business and pleasure, embracing vital, joy-filled days with a thankful smile. Her new book, Loving Yourself to Great Health, co-authored with Ahlea Khadro and Heather Dane, explains how she’s taking all she knows to the next level.

Why does first applying love and forgiveness to yourself make a happy, healthy and long life possible? Loving yourself is the foundation for living the life you want. A healthy and happy life is rooted in selflove, and forgiveness is an act of self-love. It all comes down to how you think and treat yourself. What we give out we get back, so it all starts with 30

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us. Remember, no matter what the problem is, there is only one answer: loving yourself. Start with small steps and be gentle. If you start there, magical things will happen.

How do you manage to engage in a stream of loving affirmations 24/7? Practice, practice, practice! Slowly, bit-by-bit, start each day with a loving act towards yourself. Loving affirmations and worrying about things take up the same amount of time; you still get the same things done along the way, but worrying creates stress, while affirmations will brighten your life. It can be exhausting if you fight the shift and make it difficult. If you make kindness to yourself and others a simple part of everyday life, it isn’t exhausting at all.

What are some key elements to crafting a life experience that supports and nourishes ageless being? Choose thoughts that bring love into your life and laugh a lot. Say yes to life and the magic it brings. I trust that life will bring me exactly what I need, and part of that is realizing that I don’t need to know everything, because life brings me people like Ahlea and Heather. A third of our life is spent eating, and it’s essential that we know the best way to do this. Start your day with water and an act of self-love. Eat real food; seasonal, organic, natural foods are a positive affirmation to your

body. Poop every day, figuratively and literally. Learn to listen to your body and its wisdom. Choose exercise that you love and that makes you feel good. Also, go on a media diet. Filter out from your consciousness any messages that say you are not good enough or that separate you from the beautiful and lovable person you are. Surround yourself with like-minded people that share good news and love to laugh.

The core belief founding your lifework is that every thought we have is creating our future. Is scientific research now supporting that? When I began teaching people about affirmations, there wasn’t any science to support it, but we knew it worked, and now studies verify that. I particularly love Bruce Lipton’s scientific research showing that we are not controlled by our genes because the genetic blueprint can be altered through positive changes in our beliefs. I hear reports every day of how people are healing their lives by changing their thoughts through cultivating selflove and personal affirmations. They are seeing healing of autoimmune diseases, obesity, addictions, post-traumatic stress and many other so-called incurable illnesses. It’s amazing what happens when you are kind and loving to yourself.

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continuous moderate exercise. They also exhibited lower blood glucose (sugar) levels. Another beneficial HIIE characteristic is that it involves markedly fewer exercise repetitions and less training time. JJ Virgin, a fitness and nutrition expert and author of The Virgin Diet, recommends incorporating burst-style and resistance training for fast, lasting fat loss and improving insulin resistance. Best of all, you can do these exercises in minutes a day. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Burst exercise means working out in short intense bursts of 30 to 60 seconds, coupled with one to two minutes of active recovery time, moving at a

lower intensity that allows you to catch your breath and lower your heart rate,” she explains. Two easy examples of this are sprinting to burst and then walking to recover, and running up stairs to burst, and then walking down them to recover. “This should be repeated for a total of four to eight minutes of high-intensity bursts per session. Overall, this will take 20 to 30 minutes,” says Virgin. She notes that the increase in stress hormones that occurs during HIIE are counteracted by the simultaneously raised levels of anabolic-building hormones. “Short bursts train the body in how to handle stress and recover. Repeated intense bursts raise the lactic acid level, which in turn raises growth hormone production and supports fat burning. The research is clear that the more intense the exercise, the bigger the metabolic benefit is afterward.”

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Smash Your Food. Nutritionist Marta De Wulf, from Bellevue, Washington, felt compelled to develop her innovative app when she realized that while kids understand that certain foods contain too much sugar, fat or carbs, they have no idea how the information pertains to them. The award-winning app “allows children to input their age, gender and level of physical activity to measure their individual caloric need,” says De Wulf. “When they choose a food to ‘smash’ and see that eight grams of sugar cubes are in a can of soda, they’re able to process healthy food information.” Smash Your Food features audio/ video of actual food smashing. “Kids are sensorial and different kinds of learners. It’s more effective than using cartoon images,” she observes. It’s $2.99 in the iTunes App Store. Oh, Ranger! Park Finder. Instead of vaguely suggesting that kids put down their electronic devices and head outdoors, why not ask them to choose an adventure for the whole family? Using the Oh, Ranger! Park Finder app, kids can search for nearby outdoor recreation areas from a comprehensive database of national parks, state parks, national forests, wildlife refuges, Bureau of Land Management sites and U.S. Army Corps recreation areas. Kids can further seek out specific activities from 20-plus categories that range from birdwatching and hiking to boating and camping. Free in the iTunes App Store or Google Play. Kids Making Healthy Choices. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control reports that rates of childhood obesity have doubled in the past 30 years. This kid- and parent-friendly app is designed to help. It springboards from San Diego, California’s Merilee Kern’s children’s book of the same title. Embedded via an e-read-

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 6 Story Time Winter Preschool Class – 10-11:30am. Spend a wintry day with a SBMWA Teacher-Naturalist, listening to seasonal nature stories. Bring a blanket to curl up with and a special stuffed animal to hug. Children will make a simple craft to accompany each story. As always we’ll have new stories and crafts for the new year. Registration required. Cost $10/$15, member/non-member. Stony BrookMillstone Watershed Association, 31 Titus Mill Rd, Pennington. 609-737-7592.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7 Story Time Winter Preschool Class – 1-2:30pm. Spend a wintry day with a SBMWA Teacher-Naturalist, listening to seasonal nature stories. Bring a blanket to curl up with and a special stuffed animal to hug. Children will make a simple craft to accompany each story. As always we’ll have new stories and crafts for the new year. Registration required. Cost $10/$15, member/non-member. Stony BrookMillstone Watershed Association, 31 Titus Mill Rd, Pennington. 609-737-7592. Guided Aromatic Meditation – 7-8pm. Mindful Walking Meditation Dedicate your attention to the sensation of walking. Aromatic plant essences will be used to help with the breath and overall experience. Cost: $10. RWJ Health & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd, Hamilton. Register 609-584-5900. Nutritious is Delicious – 7-8pm. Classes are led by a registered dietician. Includes taste sampling and recipes to take home. Register at least 3 days prior to class. Heart Month Specialties Cooking “heart healthy” is a gift to yourself and those you care about. Cost: $10. RWJ Health & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd, Hamilton. Register 609-584-5900.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 10 Welcome Winter Talk – 9:30-11:30am. Join SBMWA Education Director Jeff Hoagland on a morning walk at the Mountain Lakes Preserve in Princeton. Explore the wonders of the natural world in winter. Hike is co-sponsored by Friends of Princeton Open

Space. Registration required, cost $5/person 5yo+. Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association, 31 Titus Mill Rd, Pennington. 609-737-7592. Eat Slow Winter Farmers’ Market – 10am-2pm. Celebrate the local food of Central NJ at the “Eat Slow” Winter Farmers’ Market. Johnson Education Center, 1 Preservation Pl, Princeton. 609-924-4646. Waldorf Princeton Open House/Alumni Panel – 10am-noon. Recent Nobel Prize winner Thomas Sudhof is among Waldorf’s global alumni; listen to graduates speak about the role Waldorf has played in their lives. Waldorf School of Princeton, 1062 Cherry Hill Rd, Princeton. 609-466-1970x115.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 11 Cooperate with your Perfect Future – 10:15am. After setting 2015 goals, learn to cooperate with the changes required. Avoid self-sabotage and get on your own side. Sunday transformation service followed by refreshments and conversation. Center for Spiritual Living Princeton services held at Princeton Masonic Lodge, 345 River Rd, Princeton. 609-924-8422. Local Food for Thought Fair – 1-3pm. Free. Learn how to think and buy locally at this interactive program. Meet representatives from local Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) farms, local food buying clubs and food banks. Learn how to start seeds for your garden and go home with some, learn about community gardens, worm composting and backyard chickens. Master Gardeners on hand to answer all your “growing” questions. Camden County Environmental Center, 1301 Park Blvd, Cherry Hill.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 13 Tracks and Trails Preschool Class – 10-11:30am. Pull on your boots, and come explore the Watershed trails looking for the tracks and trails left by the animals that are active in this chilly season. Cost $10/$15, member/non-member. Registration required. Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association, 31 Titus Mill Rd, Pennington. 609-737-7592. Tracks and Trails Preschool Class – 1-2:30pm. Pull on your boots, and come explore the Watershed trails looking for the tracks and trails left by the animals that are active in this chilly season. Cost $10/$15, member/non-member. Registration required. Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association, 31 Titus Mill Rd, Pennington. 609-737-7592.

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and pain management. Cost $30-$40. Introduction to acupuncture. Contact Aware Acupuncture, Diane L. Ailey, L.Ac. Dipl. Ac., 114 Straube Center Blvd, Ste K6-7, Pennington. 609-737-0970. How to Shop GMO-Free on Budget – 6:30-8pm. Organic? Non-GMO? Safe eating without taking out a 2nd mortgage? Please bring your shopping strategies and tips to share with others. Collingswood Library, 771 Haddon Av, Collingswood.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 16 Early Childhood Sample Class – 9-10:30am. Experience the wisdom and wonder of Waldorf Education with your little one, and learn more about play-based, nature-inspired programs for nursery- and kindergarten-age children as well as parent-child program for those as young as 18 months. The Sample Class is for children ages 2-5 with a caregiver. Registration required. Waldorf School of Princeton, 1062 Cherry Hill Rd, Princeton. 609-466-1970x115.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14

Achieve Your Dream in 2015 – 6:15-7:30pm. Free. To achieve you have to believe, and your most powerful weapon for success is your mind. Join Barb Ulrich for a heavy dose of motivation to lose weight and gain a new lease on life. You’ll leave empowered. RWJ Health & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd, Hamilton. Register 609584-5900.

Take a Walk on the Wintery Wild Side – 8:309:30am. Start your wintery day with a walk on the Watershed Reserve Trails with Teacher-Naturalist Allison Jackson. Walks occur rain or shine. Registration required. Cost $5 for non-members/free to members. Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association, 31 Titus Mill Rd, Pennington. 609737-7592.

In Search of Owls – Presentation and Night Hike – 7-8:30pm. For children 6 yo+. Teacher-Naturalist Allison Jackson will begin with presentation introducing owls, their calls and adaptations. After a night hike in search for the owls. Registration required. Cost $10/$15, members/non-members. Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association, 31 Titus Mill Rd, Pennington. 609-737-7592.

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trail walk and observe a variety of plants. Collect specimens for following studio session. Bring bag lunch, hot beverage provided. Rain date for event is January 31. Registration required. Cost $55/$65, member/non-member. Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association, 31 Titus Mill Rd, Pennington. 609-737-7592.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 18 Build Your Perfect Future – 10:15am. Join Rev. Della Menechella as she supports in building a personal support system to help achieve goals. Sunday transformation service followed by refreshments and conversation. Center for Spiritual Living Princeton services held at Princeton Masonic Lodge, 345 River Rd, Princeton. 609-924-8422.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 20 What’s in a Cone Preschool Class – 10-11:30am. Where do pinecones come from? Discover the world of pinecones and evergreens. After hike, make a pinecone craft. Registration required. Cost $10/$15, member/non-member. Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association, 31 Titus Mill Rd, Pennington. 609-737-7592.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21 What’s in a Cone Preschool Class – 1-2:30pm. See January 20 listing. Pennington. Health Rhythms Drumming – 7-8pm. Group drumming is good fun and good for you. HealthRythms, an evidence-based program, strengthens the immune system and reduces stress. Drums provided or bring your own. Mauri Tyler, CTRS, CMP. Cost: $15. RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd, Hamilton. 609-584-5900.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 22 Maple Tree Tapping Time – 12-12:45pm. Join for short overview, then head out to tap maple trees. Registration required. Cost $5/person. Stony BrookMillstone Watershed Association, 31 Titus Mill Rd, Pennington. 609-737-7592.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 24 Ice Harvest – 9am-3pm. Help farmers cut, chop, and shave ice, fill an ice house and make ice cream. Conditions permitting, join harvest crew on frozen pond and take turn using ice saw. Howell Farm, 70 Wooden’s Ln, Lambertville. 609-737-3299. Reiki Master Level Certification – 10am-5pm. Students are trained in the use of the Usui Master symbol which increases the effectiveness of the Reiki II symbols. Pre-requisite: Reiki Level I and

Level II certification. Pam Jones RN. Class awards 6 nursing contact hours. Cost $ 280. RWJ Health & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd, Hamilton. Register 609-584-5900.

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Learn How to Make Cheese – 12-2pm. Doubleheader cheese making class. Ricotta and mozzarella. Cost $65, payment made at reservation. Cherry Grove Farm, 3200 Lawrenceville Rd, Lawrenceville. To register or for information call 609-219-0053.

Community Acupuncture in the Morning – See January 15 Listing. Pennington.

In Search of Owls – Presentation and Night Hike – 7-8:30pm. See January 16 listing. Pennington.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 25 Fake it ‘Til You Make It – 10:15am. Here’s how to act as if your goals have been achieved to help you realize them. Sunday transformation service followed by refreshments and conversation. Center for Spiritual Living Princeton services held at Princeton Masonic Lodge, 345 River Rd, Princeton. 609-924-8422.

MONDAY, JANUARY 26 Introduction into Retirement Lifestyle – 7:30pm. Free. Single session offers an introduction to lanning for retirement or a major lifestyle change. It will help you explore your options for dealing with change, managing your time, identifying your passions and making a difference through volunteering. Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon St, Princeton. 609-924-7108.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 27 Birds of Prey Play Preschool Class – 10-11:30am. Join class for and learn about these majestic creatures. Registration required. Cost $10/$15, members/non-members. Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association, 31 Titus Mill Rd, Pennington. 609-737-7592.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28 Waldorf Grade School Visiting Morning – 8:3010am. Free. Opportunity for parents/interested adults to observe a portion of Waldorf School of Princeton’s unique Morning Lesson, followed by a half hour of Q&A with subject teachers and our enrollment director. Registration required. Waldorf School of Princeton, 1062 Cherry Hill Rd, Princeton. 609-466-1970x115. Birds of Prey Play Preschool Class – 1-2:30pm. See January 20 listing. Pennington. Reiki Sharing Evening – 7-9pm. Trained practitioners are invited to share Reiki with each other. Bring a pillow and a small sheet and blanket. Cost: $5.

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 29 FRIDAY, JANUARY 30 In Search of Owls – Presentation and Night Hike – 7-8:30pm. For children 6 yo+. Teacher-Naturalist Allison Jackson will begin with presentation introducing owls, their calls and adaptations. After a night hike in search for the owls. Registration required. Cost $10/$15, members/non-members. Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association, 31 Titus Mill Rd, Pennington. 609-737-7592.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 31 Loving Partnerships Introductory Workshop – 10am-noon. Workshop to more effectively and consistently use Spirituality to create deeper, healthier and more loving partnerships. Center for Spiritual Living Princeton, 812 State Rd, Princeton. 609-924-8422. Groundhog Day Celebration – 2-4pm. Celebrate Groundhog Day and visit several burrows and learn about their life, history and role in ecological community. After hike, warm up by fire and enjoy warm beverage and make a Groundhog Day craft. Registration required. Cost $7/person. Stony BrookMillstone Watershed Association, 31 Titus Mill Rd, Pennington. 609-737-7592.

Plan Ahead WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4 Guided Aromatic Meditation – 7-8pm. Mindful Walking Meditation. Dedicate your attention to the sensation of walking. Aromatic plant essences will be used to help with the breath and overall experience. Cost: $10. RWJ Health & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd, Hamilton. Register 609-584-5900. Nutritious is Delicious – 7-8pm. Classes are led by a registered dietician. Includes taste sampling and recipes to take home. Register at least 3 days prior to class. Heart Month Specialties Cooking “heart healthy” is a gift to yourself and those you care about. Cost: $10. RWJ Health & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd, Hamilton. Register 609-584-5900.

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Spiritual Awakening Service – 10:15 am. If you are looking for a warm, dynamic community of spiritually-minded people, we encourage you to come to one of our Sunday Transformation Services and mingle afterwards with refreshments and conversation. The Center for Spiritual Living Princeton holds services every Sunday at the Princeton Masonic Lodge, 354 River Rd, Princeton. 609-924-8422.

monday Energy Monday - Get a shake at Retro Fitness of Bordentown and receive an energy boost free in any Retro Blend. Retro Fitness of Bordentown, 860 Rte 206, Bordentown. 609-372-4020. Discover the Serenity of T’ai Chih – 11am. Discover the Serenity of T’ai Chi Chih (Joy thru Movement Class). Need better balance, concerned about high blood pressure, quality sleep a challenge? Join class at Monroe Twp Senior Ctr, Monroe. For more information, additional locations, & to learn how to save on class fee contact Siobhan at 609-752-1048. Rise to the Task Free Dinner – 4-5:30pm. Free community dinner. First Presbyterian Church of Hightstown, 320 N Main St, Hightstown. For more info contact Rise office at 609-443-4464. Discover the Serenity of T’ai Chih – 6:30pm. Discover the Serenity of T’ai Chi Chih (Joy thru Movement Class). Need better balance, concerned about high blood pressure, quality sleep a challenge? Join class at VFW, 77 Christine Ave, Hamilton. For more information, additional locations, & to learn how to save on class fee, contact Siobhan at 609-752-1048.

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Thick Up Thursday – Get a shake at Retro Fitness of Bordentown and receive an extra scoop of protein for free in any Retro Blend. Retro Fitness of Bordentown, 860 Rte 206, Bordentown. 609-372-4020. 4 Mom’s Networking Hour – 1-2pm. Weekly parenting topics with RWJ Hamilton experts and sharing with other moms. RWJ Hamilton Center for Health & Wellness, 1 Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton. 609-584-5900. CPAP Workshop – 6pm. 3rd Thurs. Free workshop provided by the Sleep Care Center for patients with sleep disorders. A respiratory therapist will provide CPAP education, adjust CPAP pressures, refit masks and discuss the importance of CPAP/BiPAP usage. RWJ Hamilton Center for Health & Wellness, 1 Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton. 609-584-6681.

Zumba – 6:30-7:30pm. $10 drop-in anytime. Winter Session January 6 - March 24, call for session rates. Gift certificates available. Motion Gymnastics, 55 Rte 31 S, Pennington. 609-730-9394.

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Meta Boost Wednesday – Get a shake at Retro Fitness of Bordentown and receive a free metabolic boost in any Retro Blend. Retro Fitness of Bordentown, 860 Rte 206, Bordentown. 609-372-4020. Discover the Serenity of T’ai Chih – 8:45am. Discover the Serenity of T’ai Chi Chih (Joy thru Movement Class). Need better balance, concerned about high blood pressure, quality sleep a challenge? Join class at Energy for Healing, 4446 Main St, Kingston. For more information, additional locations, & to learn how to save on class fee contact Siobhan at 609-752-1048.

Men in Retirement – 2pm. 1st Friday. This social group for men meets and have regularly scheduled small group activities. Come and meet other men who are making or have made the transition into retirement. Suzanne Patterson Bldg, Princeton Senior Resource Center, 45 Stockton St, Princeton. 609-924-7108.

Bright Beginnings – 10:30-11:30am. This informative, relaxed group is for parents and caregivers of infants. Each week focuses on a different topic of interest to new parents, and guest speakers are occasionally featured. Infants and children under 4 years of age are welcome to attend with the parent or caregiver. $5 payable at door. Princeton Fitness & Wellness Center, Princeton North Shopping Center, 1225 State Rd, Princeton. 609-683-7888.

Happy Friday – 4-8pm. Receive any Retro Blend for $3. Retro Fitness of Bordentown, 860 Rte 206, Bordentown. 609-372-4020.

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