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MAY 2015 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.

20 RETHINKING

BREAST HEALTH

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Natural Ways to Keep Breasts Smooth, Pain-Free and Firm, while Reducing the Risk of Cancer

by Lisa Marshall

25 WHY POSTPARTUM

SUPPORT IS CRITICAL FOR HEALTHY MOMS

By Chandra Lattig

26 UPCYCLED DÉCOR

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Old and Oh-So-Stylish

by Avery Mack

28 WATERBIRTH: THE GENTLEST OF NATURAL BIRTHS

by Lisa Lederer

30 GIVING BIRTH NATURALLY

Conscious Choices Lead to Less Intervention

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by Meredith Montgomery

33 LAURA PREPON’S

JOURNEY TO HEALTH Home Cooking, Organics and Massage Are Key

by Gerry Strauss

34 EATING SKINNY

Why Vegans and Vegetarians Are Naturally Trim

by Judith Fertig

39 FLEXING

OUR MUSCLES

Weightlifting Makes Us Fit, Healthy and Self-Confident

by Debra Melani

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DOG & CAT ALERT

Is Your Flea & Tick Treatment POISONING Your Pet? Countless numbers of pets get sick every year from popular flea and tick remedies.

Here’s the simple secret to keeping your best friend healthy and happy...

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a horrifying thought. You and millions of other pet lovers may be putting your furry friends in danger...and don’t even know it.

Pet expert Alisha Lee looks at the alarming research and shakes her head.

“It’s ironic. Our dogs and cats look to us to keep them safe and healthy. But in reality, we could be putting them in harm’s way,” she says.

“We all know how bad flea and tick bites can be. Once these horrible little creatures get the bite on your pet, it’s a real nightmare.”

DEADLY ITCHING AND SCRATCHING “They start itching and scratching like crazy. Their skin becomes red and irritated and they begin gnawing furiously, trying to tear out patches of their own fur. And then it gets worse.

The fleas and ticks begin multiplying. Before you know it, you have a flea and tick infestation in your home and now you’re scratching and itching just as bad as your pet.”

“You’d do anything to stop this vicious cycle so you run down to your local pet shop and get a collar or spray to kill the fleas and ticks.”

THE BIG MISTAKE It turns out that this could be the worst thing you can do. Most people just assume that these products are safe because they are sold in so many stores.

“But the sad fact is, there is very little testing on these products and almost no government regulation.

What’s worse, many of these products contain pesticides that are harmful to both you and your pet. If you don’t believe me, just take a look at the fine print and the long list of health warnings on these products.”

“Even if you apply the product as instructed, it can cause serious health consequences” cautions Alisha.

SHOCKER: VET MEDS ARE UNSAFE TOO OK, so maybe you don’t use over-the-counter products. Surely,

“Wally’s All Natural Flea & Tick Kit contains only natural and organic ingredients, free from toxins that can harm your pet and your family. They’re safe, effective, soothing, and leave your pet smelling great too,” says Alisha Lee.

the medication you get from your veterinarian is safe?

“Shockingly, the answer is a NO,” warns Alisha. “It turns out these products also contain strong pesticides that will kill fleas and ticks. But the awful truth is, they too can poison your pet.”

KIDS ARE VULNERABLE What’s more, kids, especially toddlers, are also vulnerable for two reasons. “First, their nervous systems are still developing so the toxic chemicals can do greater and more lasting damage.”

“Second, children’s normal behavior brings them in close contact with their pets, and, therefore, to the poison applied to them.”

ALL NATURAL SOLUTION So what can you do? Well, it turns out that Alisha is also General Manger of Wally’s Natural, a company whose mission it is to manufacture safe, natural products that are effective.

That dedication is reflected in their all-new Wally’s All Natural Flea & Tick Kit. It’s comprised of three great organic and all-natural products that kill fleas and ticks not only on your pet, but also where they lay their eggs in and around your home such as your carpet, fabric

and pet bedding.

All of the products are manufactured in a certified organic facility where Alisha and her team carefully oversee the production to ensure that each product is of the highest quality.

SAFE, SOOTHING AND ANIMAL CRUELTY-FREE “What’s more, all are specially formulated with a safe, soothing blend of natural ingredients like clove, cinnamon, cedar, that won’t harm your pet, your family, or the environment.”

“Plus, they’ve been proven to kill fleas and ticks by an independent lab and are animal cruelty-free (Leaping Bunny approved). No animal was harmed in the testing of these products so you can truly feel good about using them,” says Alisha..

YOUR PET’S NEW BEST FRIEND “Our Pet Spray contains certified organic ingredients that have been tested and proven to work. Plus it comes with a convenient and easy-touse sprayer.”

“Our Flea & Tick Shampoo keeps your pet clean and protected from fleas and ticks. It’s certified organic, and sports a rich, thick lather that’s soft and gentle on your furry friend, yet tough on

those nasty bugs. And you won’t believe the difference in your pet’s skin and newly lustrous coat.”

“And finally, there’s our Flea & Tick Carpet Powder that gets deep into carpet fibers and pet bedding to break the flea and tick life cycle. It smells so good that we have customers that use it as a carpet deodorizer after the fleas and ticks are long gone.”

HEALTHY PETS. DELIGHTED OWNERS “I’m glad we. got rid of our fleas without putting my pets or my family at risk,” says Scott H., Sacramento, CA. “Since using your products, my dogs haven’t had a flea or tick problem in over 2 months. I’m telling all my friends and family about your products,” adds Matt.

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letterfromtheeditor A circle of women may just be the most powerful force known to humanity. If you have one, embrace it. If you need one, seek it.

If you find one, for the love of all that is good and holy, dive in. Hold on. Love it up.

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ay is women’s wellness month at Natural Awakenings and this year’s special focus is on two areas: breast health and natural childbirth. In “Giving Birth Naturally,” Meredith Montgomery discusses the benefits of home birth and birthing centers and how to plan for an unmedicated birth. We are also fortunate to have a feature by local midwife Lisa Lederer, who explains why a waterbirth can be a wonderful and fulfilling experience for both mother and baby. Her practice has delivered more than 1,000 healthy waterbabies since the year 2000. On page 25, Chandra Lattig, founder of Care for Moms, gives us an explanation of why postpartum support is essential for new moms; neglecting their own physical and emotional well-being during the delicate postnatal period can lead to infections, depression, and long-term physical side effects.

Our feature story “Rethinking Breast Health” (page 20) is a refreshing departure from the typical take on a subject that strikes fear in the hearts of so many women.

While breast cancer is a serious topic that should be on everyone’s radar, the traditional emphasis on reactive—not proactive—breast care tends to take a woman out of the driver’s seat when it comes to her own health. Or as Dr. Christiane Northrup, an ob-gyn and author, so aptly puts it in our article, “It concerns me that women feel pressured to think of their breasts as two potentially pre-malignant lesions sitting on their chests.” Author Lisa Marshall lists several natural ways to keep the breasts healthy, gives the lowdown on issues like fibrous or tender breasts and breast implants, and explains how the breasts serve as a barometer for a woman’s overall health.

On a personal note, I want to share the wonderful experience I recently had on the Holistic Holiday at Sea, a weeklong vegan cruise in the Caribbean. In its 12th year, the cruise attracted more than 1,700 vacationers who signed on to enjoy eating and learning about a whole-food plant-based diet. In addition to the inherent fun of a cruise, the excitement of new destinations, and pleasure of meeting new likeminded friends, I was able to attend lectures on diet, nutrition, disease prevention, and macrobiotic cooking, practice yoga and Qigong, and eat like a queen. I recommend it highly.

Enjoy the wonderful spring weather coming our way, and a happy Mother’s Day to all.

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newsbriefs Art Auction Supports Black Bear Peruvian Retreat Offers Soul Protection in NJ Medicine of the Andes

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aving and protecting the dwindling black bear population of New Jersey will be the focus of the Third Annual Silent Art Auction and Dinner, to be held on Friday, May 29, 7pm, at the Morris Museum, 6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown. The event is sponsored by Bear Education and Resource (BEAR).

Featured speakers are Jeff Tittle, director of the Sierra Club, NJ Chapter, and Elaine Dunn, BEAR’s education coordinator, who’ll discuss the true nature and role of the American black bear as well as the threats they face.

The Auction and Dinner is the largest fundraising event of the year for the group, with proceeds funding BEAR’s educational, legislative and protection initiatives. This year’s art auction features works from talented artists, local shops and selected earth-conscious companies, some exclusively made for this event. Tickets include appetizers, dinner and dessert.

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hat do the New York Times, Lisa Ling and The Huffington Post have in common? They’ve all featured stories on Ayahuasca, the potentially life-changing Amazonian brew that has been compared to “10 years of therapy in a single night.” For a complete, guided experience, consider Soul Medicine of the Andes: An Ayahuasca and San Pedro Retreat in the Sacred Valley of Pisac, Peru, on August 9–21. The retreat includes preparation and information sessions prior to leaving. Organized and led by Susan Menahem and James Fedor, clinical therapists practicing here in New Jersey, the retreat features two reputable and gifted Shamans, and guests will stay in comfortable bed and breakfast lodgings in Pisac.

Those who’ve tried Ayahuasca report experiencing a heightened sense of consciousness, connecting to that which is highest in us, releasing and healing emotional wounds, releasing emotional disease leading to physical disease, and gaining new insights into life.

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Introduction to Hypnosis at Rutgers University

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r. Barry Wolfson, MS, of the Hypnosis Counseling Center, with offices in Flemington, Livingston and Princeton, will be presenting an Introduction to Hypnosis series of workshops at Rutgers University on May 13, 20, and 27, 6:30–9pm, at 390 George Street, in New Brunswick. The class fee is $225 and offers 7.5 hours of clinical CEUs.

This workshop series will educate social workers, counselors and therapists in the art of hypnosis and its many benefits for themselves and their clients so that they may achieve healthier behaviors and lives. In this series, held over the course of three evenings, attendees will learn the history of hypnosis, its myths and benefits, and receive practical handson experience and training. While targeted to professionals, the course is open to anyone with an interest in hypnosis.

For more information, contact Barry Wolfson, MS, director of the Hypnosis Counseling Center, at Barry@hypnosisnj.com, call 908-996-3311, or visit Hypnosisnj.com. See ad on page 3.

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arth Day is not the only time to celebrate the planet. Join Sustainable Morristown at Festival Earth, on the grounds of the Vail Mansion—110 South Street, Morristown—on Sunday, May 17, from 12 to 5pm. The free festival will demonstrate simple ways that every person can make more planet-friendly, sustainable choices in their daily lives, and will offer events and activities for all ages.

Festival features include a sustainable living expo, performance stage, arts showcase, farmers market, hybrid–electric auto show, healthy foods pavilion, valet bike parking, and more. Attendees are also invited to bring old jewelry or accessories to participate in a “swap” and can prepurchase a composter or rain barrel for pickup at the event. The arts showcase will feature a hands-on art experience for children of all ages.

Sustainable Morristown is a community-wide collaboration working together to ensure the economic, environmental and social well-being of Morristown residents, visitors, and future generations. “Sustainability is much more than just environmental conservation,” says Paul Miller, board president of Sustainable Morristown. “It’s about making our community strong and resilient for future generations. That includes supporting local economies and promoting social equity in addition to protecting the environment.”

Festival Earth, presented by the Daily Record’s Grassroots section, Covanta Energy, Whole Foods Morristown, and the Hyatt Morristown, will be a near-zero waste event. Free filtered water will be available, and attendees are encouraged to bring their own reusable water bottles or can purchase one at the event.

For more information, visit Sustainablemorristown.org, email Festivalearth@ sustainablemorristown.org and follow real-time updates on Facebook.com/ sustainablemorristown and Twitter.com/SustainMtown with hashtag #FestivalEarth.

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newsbriefs Earth Gallery Open House

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arth Gallery, a wellness center and cultural gift boutique located at 276 Route 53 in Denville (in the CVS Mall), will hold an open house on Saturday, May 2, from 11am to 2pm to celebrate its grand opening. Special offerings during the open house will include free gifts, $15 aura photos with Susan Nigra, and refreshments. Earth Gallery offers Pilates, yoga, meditation, angel readings, and clearings with SRT. The retail boutique sells a variety of crystals, jewelry, apparel, artwork and more. The complete staff of teachers and practitioners will be on hand to answers questions and help you schedule your private healing session or one of many workshops and classes for spiritual awareness.

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Spiritual Seminar: Are You Looking for a Sign from God?

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or those who have ever answered “yes,” a free seminar will bring seekers together in search of ways to embrace the spiritual divinity that is within all of us. Celebrated author and featured speaker Anne Archer Butcher will be sharing her experiences and insights at the Eckankar in New Jersey’s annual seminar on Saturday, May 16, 12:30–8:30pm at the Hotel Woodbridge at Metropark, 120 Wood Avenue South, in Iselin.

Anne will conduct a dynamic workshop at 2pm based on her bestselling book, Inner Guidance: Our Divine Birthright, plus speak on the seminar theme at 7:20pm. Book signings by Anne will follow both sessions, and copies of her book will be available for purchase. To learn more about the book and author, visit InnerGuidanceBook.org.

The seminar’s open house forum allows seekers to come and go as they please throughout the day for inspirational talks, creative performances, and a Spiritual Experiences Room—a casual, café-like atmosphere where guests can share experiences and learn from others in an uplifting and loving environment. Other seminar highlights include youth and young adult activities for ages 5–25, original art displays, and a book room with a wide range of informational materials and books for sale. Are You Looking for a Sign From God? is free for those new to the teachings of Eckankar, and all are welcome.

For more information, call 800-870-9139, email Spirituality@ eckankar-nj.com, or visit Eckankar-NJ.org to view the seminar poster and directions. See ad on this page.

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Mother Nature Provides Quality Natural Awakenings Helps Sponsor the Real Control at Truth About Health Conference in Orlando Mountain Valley

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ore than 30 of the most popular and influential leading thought leaders, experts and authors from a wide variety of wellness fields will be sharing their knowledge, insights and remedies at The Real Truth About Health Conference from May 22 to 31 at the Caribe Royale AllSuite Hotel and Conference Center, in Orlando, Florida.

This free event is a partnership between the Hippocrates Institute, TheRealTruthAboutHealthConference.com and Brian Clement, Ph.D., author of LifeForce and director of the Hippocrates Health Institute.

Joining Clement as presenting authors at what organizers term the nation’s largest health, nutrition and environmental conference, will be Dr. T. Campbell, The China Study; Gary Null, Ph.D., The Healthy Vegetarian; Dr. Helene Caldicott, Crisis Without End; Robert Whitaker, Anatomy of an Epidemic; David Simon, Meatonomics; David Kirby, Animal Factory; Joel Fuhrman, The End of Diabetes; Jeffrey Smith, Seeds of Deception; and director of the film PlantPure Nation, Nelson Campbell, plus many others.

“Our Natural Awakenings network of publishers is excited to help support this important event as a sponsor and exhibitor in Orlando,” says company CEO Sharon Bruckman. “We hope our readers will take advantage of this free conference by attending or registering online for these 10 days of empowering information and inspiration.”

Those who cannot attend the conference can watch a live stream or a replay of the presentations on their computers.

For more information and to view the full schedule, visit TheRealTruthAboutHealthConference.com. Those interested in being vendors or other sponsorship opportunities, call 516-605-0459

by May 15. Hotel phone: 407-238-8000. Also visit HippocratesInst.org.

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f there’s one lesson Mountain Valley Spring has learned after 144 years in business, it’s that Mother Nature provides excellent quality control. “Mountain Valley is naturally sodium-free, with a pH of 7.8 and an abundance of minerals,” says Stuart Scott, president of Health Waters Inc., “This award-winning spring water has been continuously bottled at the same high-quality, natural spring source in Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas, since 1871.”

Scott says not much has changed at Mountain Valley over the years—not even its bottles. “Every drop of Mountain Valley Spring Water still emanates from the original free-flowing spring source, protected by the company’s 2,000 acres of pristine forestland that surround it,” Scott says. “And we’ve continued the tradition of offering the water in glass bottles. Mountain Valley Spring Water is available in natural Spring, Sparkling and new Sparkling Essences, and we can deliver it right to our customer’s doorstep in green glass bottles and the only five-gallon returnable glass bottle in America.”

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newsbriefs A Butterfly Lover’s Gift: Historic Home Auction Supports Land Preservation

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he late Cyril Franklin dos Passos, lover of nature, butterfly expert, and a cousin of the writer John dos Passos, was also extraordinarily generous: He believed in the New Jersey Conservation Foundation’s mission of preserving land for the benefit of all. With his second wife, Maria Amalia, he donated their 91-acre Mendham estate to the foundation in the 1980s; the New Jersey Conservation Foundation then transferred 75 wooded acres with a pond to Mendham Township to be used as a public park.

Cyril dos Passos died in 1986, just shy of his 100th birthday. Until late 2014, the main house continued to be occupied by Maria Amalia dos Passos under a legal provision known as a life estate. With her recent move back to her native Portugal, she relinquished her legal claim, and it’s now time to follow through on the dos Passos’ original intention: to sell the house and use the proceeds for preserving land. The dos Passos historic home and a small cottage will be auctioned on Thursday, May 21, by the New Jersey Conservation Foundation.

To learn more about the auction, visit NJConservation.org or call 1-888-299-1438.

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cupuncturist Bret Kottler, M.Ac, L.Ac, Dipl.Ac, has recently moved and expanded his practice, Acupuncture Eden, to 630 Springfield Avenue in Berkeley Heights. The larger facility allows Acupuncture Eden to offer acupuncture, Shiatsu massage, tui na, cupping, and herbal medicine. Rooms are themed to the “five elements”: fire, earth, metal, water, and wood, and clients tend to gravitate toward a room that harmonizes with their particular mood and needs. The location also allows for easier access with no steps and unlimited parking.

Kottler’s vision was to create a practice where the mind-body-spirit connection is acknowledged and addressed, in a setting where optimum treatment results could be incorporated into a serene, spa-like atmosphere. Kottler says, “It has been our lifelong desire to offer those with chronic pain, illness, mental health challenges, and those simply seeking optimum health a natural, healthy solution, which respects and cooperates with the body`s healing wisdom and produces amazing results. Private treatments are performed in a serene setting. We utilize special techniques yielding phenomenal results for eliminating pain, optimizing health, and restoring youthful vitality and positive mood.”

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vegetables a day—and to like them more—than kids who rarely or never ate homegrown produce. What a great way to develop those young taste buds!

Top 10 Reasons to Have an Organic Garden

5. Food That Tastes Better Did you ever purchase a package of tomatoes during the winter and wonder why they tasted like cardboard? Supermarket tomatoes are frequently picked before they have the chance to fully develop flavor so that they can withstand travel. Homegrown, freshly picked produce always tastes better and provides an appreciation for what is in season.

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here are many reasons why you may want an organic garden of your own. Maybe you enjoy cooking with really fresh produce, want the convenience of having the vegetables and herbs you love at your fingertips, or maybe it’s simply an enjoyable activity you would like to share with your family. Whatever your personal inspiration, here is what the people we surveyed came up with as the top 10 reasons to have an organic garden.

10. Knowing Where Your Food Comes From Food products today are often labeled as “all natural” and “local.” It can be hard to differentiate between the marketing hype and the real thing, but with your own garden, there is no question— you know it comes right from your own backyard!

9. Relieving Stress Did you know that horticultural therapy is a time-proven practice, recognized as early as the 1800s? The colors, textures, and scents of a garden provide sensory stimulation that can quickly distract the mind from worries and stress.

8. Saving Money Growing your own produce is always more cost effective than buying it from a grocery store; careful design and planning can maximize crop yields. And the next time you want to create a spontaneous meal, you will save time and money by not having to drive to the grocery store!

7. An Enjoyable Outdoor Activity Your garden reaps the benefits of fresh air and sunshine and so can you! A backyard garden is a focal point and hub of activity that the whole family can enjoy through the seasons and cycles of nature.

6. An Easier Way to Get Kids to Eat Veggies A recent study found that preschool children who were almost always served homegrown produce were more than twice as likely to eat five servings of fruits and

4. Better Nutritional Value Vegetables that ripen in the garden have more nutrients than store-bought vegetables that must be picked prematurely and sometimes degrade on their way to the supermarket, especially if exposed to heat. With your own garden, you have total control over when to harvest your food.

3. An Easier and Convenient Way of Having a More Organic Lifestyle Without Leaving Your Yard You can help the planet while you help yourself. Growing your own food organically, without pesticides, herbicides, or GMOs, keeps your body clean and healthy and helps prevent unnecessary air and water pollution.

As a bonus, you have reduced the use of fossil fuels and the number of food miles traveled to zero!

2. Cooking and Entertaining Using Your Own Fresh Produce Gives You Neighborhood Bragging Rights With a backyard garden, you can host your own garden-to-table dinners, creating a powerful shared experience for all involved as your guests may opt to help harvest, clean, cook – and, of course, eat!

1. Enriching your life and your health Hands down, growing your own food is one of the most gratifying things you can do and provides an amazing sense of accomplishment while putting you and your family on the road to optimal nutrition.

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Weight Gain in Moms Lowers Toxins in Newborns

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any expectant mothers try to know about everything they put into and onto their bodies as multiple studies are finding that infants are exposed to toxins during pregnancy. A new study of 325 expectant mothers has determined that the baby’s exposure to toxins in the womb decreases when the mother’s weight gain during pregnancy approaches the guidelines recommended by the Institute of Medicine (IOM) in 2009. Women that are underweight at the start of pregnancy are advised to gain between 28 and 40 pounds, women of a healthy weight 25 to 35 pounds, overweight women 15 to 25 pounds and obese women 11 to 20 pounds.

The researchers found that expectant mothers with a gestational weight that meets or exceeds the IOM guidelines gave birth to infants with reduced toxin levels. In their analysis of the umbilical cord blood of mothers from Spain, the researchers tested for 14 pesticides and 21 other environmental toxins, including seven polychlorobiphenyls (PCB). Other influencers such as age, education and fish consumption may also be relevant.

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aving a healthier partner may be one of the best things to do for our own health. Research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association Internal Medicine finds that losing weight, stopping smoking or becoming more active is easier with a partner that has led the way in any or all healthy pursuits.

The study authors reviewed data collected by the UK Health Behavior Research Center at the University College London that followed 3,700 couples between 2002 and 2012—most of them ages 50 and older and married. Those that smoked at the beginning of the study were more likely to quit by the end of it if their partners quit smoking, and those that were physically inactive at the beginning of the study were more likely to become active if their partners did so first. About two-thirds of the men became newly active during the course of the study.

Men with wives that had lost weight were more likely to also shed pounds during the study, and women with husbands that didn’t lose weight were less likely to do so through the study period.

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Companies Slowly Embrace Sustainability The 2015 State of Green Business report (Tinyurl. com/2015GreenBusinessReport), which assesses the environmental performances of companies worldwide, along with the trends to watch, is produced by GreenBiz, in partnership with Trucost.

Collectively, companies have been nibbling at the edges of challenges such as climate change, food security, ecosystems preservation and resource efficiency. One measure of corporate engagement going forward will be proactive involvement on political issues that could accelerate the transition to a low-carbon and more sustainable economy. It remains to be seen whether companies can afford to sit on the sidelines, letting the political process unfold, or worse, play defense against changes that might roil their status quo.

2015 will be an interesting year on multiple fronts, especially with the launch of the new sustainable development goals at the United Nations (UN) in New York this fall, along with UN climate talks in Paris in December. Both will be tests of corporate engagement and resolve in driving the kinds of change many of their CEOs publicly call for. The reports’ findings of companies’ progress in greenhouse gas and emissions, air pollutants, water use and solid waste production are all leveling off or even declining.

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Stores Filled with Toxic Products HealthyStuff, a project of the Michiganbased Ecology Center, in collaboration with the Campaign for Healthier Solutions (CHS), has released a report, A Day Late and a Dollar Short: Discount Retailers are Falling Behind on Safer Chemicals, about toxic chemicals found in dollar store products.

It includes test results for 164 dollar store products such as toys, jewelry, school supplies and household items and found that 81 percent contained at least one hazardous chemical above a level that generates concern.”

The campaign sent a letter to the CEOs of the four largest dollar store chains, including Family Dollar, Dollar Tree, Dollar General, and 99 Cents Only, urging them to stop the sale of these unsafe products, especially to communities of low-income and ethnic families that already live in more polluted areas and food deserts, and adopt policies that will instead protect both customers and their own businesses. Combined, these discount chains have annual sales totaling more than $36 billion and operate more stores nationally than Walmart.

The CHS is asking for a comprehensive set of reforms; communities need to let dollar store chains know that they want safer products and join local and national efforts advocating for nontoxic products.

Scroll to Dollar Store Report at Healthy Stuff.org for the complete test results.

Take action at NontoxicDollarStores.org.

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Eco-Eating Town Eateries Embrace Sustainability

The city of Maplewood, Missouri, outside St. Louis, has teamed up with the Green Dining Alliance to become the area’s first Green Dining District, with at least 25 percent of all of its independently owned businesses certified by the Green Dining Alliance (GDA).

The GDA helps businesses with sustainability and green business practices while also helping them save money.

So far, eight restaurants in downtown Maplewood are GDA-certified.

Green Dining Alliance’s Olivia Engel says, “It’s a win-win that makes sense for businesses and communities.” The city is also encouraging the program by subsidizing Green Dining Alliance membership fees.

View updates at GreenDiningAlliance.org.

Enflamed Water Home Flame Retardants Found in River

Scientists with the Washington Toxics Coalition tested household dust and laundry wastewater from 20 homes in the state’s cities of Longview and Vancouver and took samples of incoming and outgoing flow from two wastewater treatment plants that discharge into the Columbia River, the Northwest’s biggest waterway. They detected flame retardants in all the tests.

The conclusion of the study, published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology, is that flame retardants are sloughing off household products such as couches and TVs and collecting on people’s clothing, washing out in the laundry and passing through wastewater treatment plants into local waterways.

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The Mother’s Day tradition of gifting mom with flowers, including such perennial favorites as lilies, orchids, tulips and roses, can be practiced in a sustainable manner. Buying organic varieties protects workers, families and the environment.

Flowers grown with conventional techniques contribute to the contamination of groundwater and streams through fertilizer and pesticide runoff that can also threaten animal species. Many of the cut flowers are grown in South America, where farms continue to use pesticides that are restricted in the U.S. and cited as highly toxic by the World Health Organization. GreenAmerica.org provides several helpful tips on bringing joy to mom on her special day in eco-friendly ways:

Grow Your Own. Buy organic bulbs or seeds in consumer seed catalogs and retail racks or online from reputable sources that include SeedsOfChange.com.

Children can then grow their own flowers to make them mean even more. Tips for natural weed and pest control, environmentally friendly watering, making raised garden beds and more are posted at EarthEasy.com/yard-garden.

Buy Local and Organic. Support local communities and save shipping costs and energy by purchasing chemical-free organic flowers from a local farmers’ market or community supported agriculture. Online retailers like OrganicBouquet. com and LocalHarvest.org/organic-flowers.jsp offer U.S. Department of Agriculture-certified organic flowers.

Ask Local Florists to Go Organic. Find out if local florists purchase any organic and local flowers, and if not, request that they do so.

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RETHINKING BREAST HEALTH Natural ways to keep breasts smooth, pain-free and firm, while reducing the risk of cancer.

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by Lisa Marshall

e’ve been conditioned to narrowly define breast health in terms of pink ribbon campaigns, cancer awareness marches and cold, steel mammography machines.

Nearly 30 years after anticancer drug maker Imperial Chemical Industries (now AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals) established the first National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October 1985, many women have come to equate healthy breasts with cancer-free breasts, and assume the most important thing they can do is undergo regular screening.

But amid this chorus, some women’s health advocates are striving to get a different message across: There are a host of steps women can take to not only fend off disease in the future, but keep their breasts in optimal condition today. “We need to change the conversation about our breasts from how to avoid breast cancer and detect it early to how to have healthy breasts and enjoy them,” says Dr. Christiane Northrup, an obstetrician and gynecologist from Yarmouth, Maine, and author of the new book Goddesses Never Age: The Secret Prescription for Radiance, Vitality, and Well-Being.

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In adolescence, breast changes are the first to signal the arrival of womanhood.

When she’s aroused, a woman’s nipples harden and change color. When a woman gives birth, her breasts fill with life-giving milk. “In all these ways, your breasts are deeply connected to your femininity, compassion and sensuality,” says Hawaiian Naturopathic Doctor Laurie Steelsmith, co-author of Natural Choices for Women’s Health. Because 20

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breasts are extremely sensitive to hormonal fluctuations throughout the body, they can also serve as a barometer of overall health. “If you’re having chronic breast symptoms, it can be your body’s wisdom saying, ‘Help. Something’s wrong.’ Women need to listen.”

While some premenstrual swelling and tenderness is normal, exaggerated or persistent pain is often a sign of systemic estrogen dominance in relation to progesterone. It’s common in the years leading up to menopause, but can also hint at impaired thyroid function, because low levels of thyroid hormones have been shown to boost estrogen in breast tissue, advises Steelsmith.

Large, fluid-filled cysts or fibrous lumps, while non-cancerous, can also be a reflection of overexposure to harmful chemicals and toxin buildup, combined with poor lymph flow, notes Dr. Elizabeth Vaughan, an integrative physician in Greensboro, North Carolina. “If a woman has lumpy, bumpy breasts, they probably contain too many toxins, and those toxins are primarily estrogenic.”

Addressing such symptoms is important not only to relieve discomfort, but also because excess estrogen can fuel future cancer risk, says Vaughan.

Any new, suspicious lump should be evaluated by a professional.

Also, severe breast tenderness combined with nipple discharge could be a sign of infection or a problem with the pituitary gland, so it should also be checked. But typically, subtle natural healthcare steps can go a long way toward restoring breast wellness.

For nipple tenderness, Steelsmith recommends chaste-tree berry (175 milligrams [mg] of powdered extract or 40 drops daily). The herbal supplement mimics naturally occurring progesterone in the body, helping to counter estrogen dominance. Vitamin E (400 to 800 international units [IU] per day) and evening primrose oil (1,500 mg twice a day) have also been shown to alleviate breast tenderness.

For fibrous or cyst-filled breasts, Vaughan advises supplementing with iodine (up to 12.5 mg per day via kelp, seaweed or oral tablets) or applying an iodine solution to the breasts at night.

A key constituent of thyroid hormones, iodine helps the liver convert unfriendly forms of estrogen into friendlier forms and flush toxins out of lymph nodes in the breast. Also, steer clear of chocolate and coffee, because caffeine is believed to interact with enzymes in the breast, exaggerating pain and lumpiness.

Also consider ditching the bra, says Vaughan.

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Brassieres can constrict lymph nodes and hinder blood circulation in breasts, locking toxins in and aggravating fibrocystic symptoms. The link between bras and breast cancer risk remains hotly debated, with one 2014 U.S. National Cancer Institute study of 1,400 women concluding unequivocally that, “There’s no evidence that wearing a bra increases a woman’s risk of breast cancer,” while smaller studies from the United States, China, Venezuela, Scotland and Africa suggest a link. Vaughan, the founder of BraFree.org, says the science is compelling enough that she has chosen to keep her own bra use to a minimum and advises her patients to do the same.

“Obviously, there are certain sports where you should wear a sports bra and there are certain dresses that only look right with a bra,” says Vaughan.

At a minimum, avoid wearing a bra to bed and steer clear of underwires and overly tight bras that leave red marks.

“This is not about guilt-tripping women into never wearing a bra. It’s about wearing a bra less.”

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Too small or too big, lopsided or riddled with stretch marks… it seems almost every woman has a complaint about the appearance of her breasts.

That’s a problem, says Northrup, because, “Healthy breasts are breasts that are loved. We have to stop beating them up.”

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the number of women getting breast implants for cosmetic reasons ballooned from 212,500 in 2000 to 286,254 in 2014.

Physicians—including Northrup— claim that modern implants don’t, in the majority of cases, promote disease like older silicone implants did. Yet even plastic surgeons warn that having implants should be fully thought out, and at some point they’ll probably have to come out. “They are manmade devices, and are not intended to be lifelong. At some point, you will probably have to have further surgery,” says Dr. Anureet Bajaj, an Oklahoma City plastic surgeon.

Bajaj notes that implants can rupture, forming scar tissue and lending

irregular shape to the breast. Often, as a woman ages and her body changes, the larger breasts she chose in her 20s no longer look right and may cause back and shoulder pain. In some cases, implants can also lead to loss of nipple sensitivity. For these and other reasons, 23,774 women—including actress Melissa Gilbert and model Victoria Beckham—had their implants removed in 2014, often following up with a breast lift (using their own tissue) to restore their shape.

Vaughan sees breast implant removal as a wise and courageous choice to restore optimal breast health. Better yet, don’t get implants in the first place.

“There are a lot of other things you can do to improve the appearance of your breasts,” she advises.

Vaughan recommends breastperking exercises like dumbbell bench presses and flys that tone the pectoral muscles beneath the breasts, making them more resilient and look larger. To prevent or reverse sagging, she again urges women to go bra-free. “We have ligaments in the upper outer quadrant of our breasts called Cooper’s ligaments, and they’re responsible for

holding our breasts up. Just like your muscles atrophy when you put your arm in a sling, your Cooper’s ligaments atrophy if you wear a bra all the time.”

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measured the busts of 330 women ages 18 to 35 over a period of 15 years and found those that regularly wore a bra had droopier breasts with lower nipples than those that didn’t. In another, smaller, Japanese study, researchers found that when women stopped wearing a bra for three months, their breasts perked up.

Those worried about stretch marks also have options. They can be a sign of inadequate copper, which promotes collagen integrity and helps skin stretch without injury, says Steelsmith. If rapid weight gain is occurring due to adolescence, pregnancy or for other reasons, try taking copper supplements or applying a topical copper spray on the breasts.

Remember to massage your breasts daily, not only as a “search and destroy mission” for early detection of cancerous lumps, says Northrup, but as a way to get waste products flowing out and loving energy flowing in.

“It concerns me that women feel pressured to think of their breasts as two potentially pre-malignant lesions sitting on their chests,” Northrup says.

“These are organs of nourishment and pleasure for both ourselves and others.

We need to remember that, too.”

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ccording to the American Cancer Society, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, and nearly 40,000 will die annually of the disease.

But at least 38 percent of those diagnoses could be prevented via diet and lifestyle changes, affirms the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR).

“For decades, the dominant public message about breast cancer has been about early detection,” says Medical Doctor Robert Pendergrast, an associate professor at the Medical College of Georgia, in Augusta, and author of Breast Cancer: Reduce Your Risk with Foods You Love. “Screening is important, but not

nearly enough attention is being paid to prevention.” Here’s what we can do to keep cancer at bay or from recurring.

Eat more veggies: Cruciferous vegetables, like broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts, are loaded with indole-3-carbinol, or I3C, a potent anticancer compound that helps break down excess estrogen and convert it into a more friendly, or benign form, says Steelsmith. One study in Alternative Medicine Review found that women that ate high amounts of cruciferous vegetables were 30 percent less likely to develop breast cancer over 30 years.

I3C can also be taken as a supplement (300 milligrams [mg] per day).

Eat more fiber, especially flax: Fiber, via whole grains, fruits and vegetables, helps flush out toxins including unfriendly estrogen. Flax contains cancer-fighting compounds called lignans, which block the effects of excess or unfriendly estrogen on cells.

Drink less alcohol: Alcohol boosts estrogen levels in women and is broken down in the liver to acetaldehyde, a known toxin that causes cancer in laboratory animals, notes Naturopath Laurie Steelsmith. According to the AICR, a woman that has five drinks per week boosts her risk by 5 percent. Two or more drinks per day boosts such risk by more than 40 percent.

Skip the barbecue: Charring meat produces carcinogenic compounds called heterocyclic amines. A study of 42,000 women, published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, found that those that routinely ate welldone hamburger, beef or bacon had four times the risk of those that opted for medium or medium-rare.

Keep weight in check: Excessive estrogen, which lives in fat cells, fuels cancer risk. According to the AICR, a woman with a body mass index (BMI)

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Why Postpartum Support Is Critical for Healthy Moms

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ecoming a mother is a life-changing event; it should also be a magnificent one. But the unbridled joy of welcoming a new life and the all-consuming responsibility of caring for a baby lead some women to neglect their own health, failing to get the needed rest and recovery following childbirth.

Studies have found that when moms neglect their physical and emotional well-being during the delicate postnatal period, it can lead to infections, depression, and long-term physical side effects. The good news is that research shows that direct support in the home plays a role in decreasing postpartum depression as well as increasing the commitment to breastfeeding.

Postpartum Support Lacking for Moms Today

In many cultures, when a woman gives birth, there is someone whose special task it is to look after her and her family’s needs. Unfortunately, current postpartum practices in our country fail

to meet the needs of new parents. It was only about 100 years ago that postpartum women were encouraged to stay in bed for up to four or more weeks for what was known as the “lying-in period.” During this critical time, the new mother would rest, regain her physical strength, and bond with her new baby while female attendants would take care of her household needs.

The practice of lying in and the social support network that enabled it disappeared during the 19th century. Today American women are often expected to return to their household duties and/ or work outside the home shortly after having given birth—a practice that’s not only unnatural but can also be exhausting for new parents who need to reserve their energy to adapt to the rhythms of a new baby. While American postpartum practices lack in caring for new moms, most of the world (including Asia, Africa, the Middle East and parts of Europe) have some version of a lying in period

to encourage healing, rest and protect the precious bonding period.

Planning for Postpartum Support

The time after birth can and should be one of the richest and most fulfilling times in a woman’s life. If a new mother understands and plans for her postpartum needs, she will be in the best position to enjoy this special time. We have found that supporting moms by taking on the burden of housework and family chores allows them to focus on recovering and bonding with their babies. Planning for postpartum care prior to delivery is as important as choosing your pediatrician.

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Search the words recycled, repurposed and upcycled on Pinterest, Etsy or any search engine to picture results ranked from simpleto-do to how-in-the-world astonishment. Light fixtures can be made from almost anything. Cookie jars and books turn into lamps, wine bottles become a chandelier—go homespun or industrial, follow a theme or incorporate a hobby.

Freshen lamp shades using old sewing patterns, vintage fabrics or ribbon applied as découpage. A coat of paint transforms tacky, tarnished brass chandeliers into elegant décor.

At a flea market, look for boxes of stainless forks, knives and spoons—avoid costly sterling silver that can tarnish. A drill, frame, wiring and bulb later, we can have an intriguing

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Seating

Chairs are plentiful in garage and whole-house sales, flea markets and on Craigslist. Sometimes all that’s needed is a coat of paint and fun fabric. New cushions, bought or made, are easy upgrades. Recovering a padded seat only requires the right amount of fabric and a sturdy staple gun. Mismatched chairs, painted a neutral color and redone with the same fabric, turn a mishmash of styles into a coordinated set. Chevron (zig zag) or checkerboard patterns in black and white are popular—understated, yet posh. Bright colors in a pop art style or 70s florals brighten any room and give the owner style points.

Benches created from a bookcase, shortened dresser or car parts can be padded or plain and incorporate storage capacity. A child’s bench may have been a skateboard in its former life. When buying reclaimed wood, ask about its origin; factory pieces might still retain unhealthy contaminants. photo courtesy of Jessica-Allyn.com

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ld furniture used to go to college dorms and student apartments. At graduation, it was moved to the curb to be picked up by incoming students or the trash man. Now, with the influx of TV shows like Flea Market Flip and American Pickers, the DIY Network, HGTV and complementary books and magazines, vintage and mid-century recyclables barely touch the curb before being reinvented.

Lighting, storage and seating provide ample opportunities for one-of-a-kind creations of imagination, vision and innovation.

Storage

Old dressers and desks are frequent throwaway finds. Often big and bulky, scratched and ugly, it’s easier to set them out for pickup than list them for sale. Paint can transform a desk that shows its age into a welcome addition to a home office. For added interest or to hide imperfections, découpage with maps, postcards, kid’s artwork, pages from beyond-repair cookbooks or old sheet music. Need a shelf above the desk? A pair of old shutters works well; cast iron brackets add flair. Matching or complementary paint colors will make the pieces look like they belong together.

Broken pieces of furniture can live on if cobbled together. A coffee table’s sturdy legs and frame, an old window and a little paint combine to furnish a unique table with built-in storage. To protect fragile glass and create an even surface, top with a sheet of Plexiglass or sturdy beveled-edge glass.

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Waterbirth: The Gentlest of Natural Births

By Lisa Lederer

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s a midwife of longstanding, I truly believe that waterbirth is the single best thing to happen to natural birth! Not only does it provide women with an alternative method for pain relief, but it also provides them a sacred space to labor and deliver their babies. Women are also much more likely to accomplish an unmedicated birth during waterbirth because water immersion decreases adrenaline while increasing endorphins and oxytocin, producing the perfect hormonal cocktail for the initiation of the most important bond a human will ever experience.

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them during their waterbirth, they felt completely alone to bond with their babies after the birth; this is nature at its finest. Delivering in the water is a wonderful and fulfilling experience for both mother and baby.

How Safe Is Waterbirth?

In April 2014, waterbirth made national headlines when the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) released a joint opinion statement that questioned the safety of waterbirth. In their statement, they suggested that waterbirth should be treated as an experimental practice only occurring in the context of a clinical research study. Their conclusion was based on their opinion that waterbirth does not offer benefits and may pose risks for the newborn.

In response to the statement, the American College of Nurse Midwives (ACNM), the American Association of Birth Centers (AABC), and the Royal College of Midwives (RCM) released statements endorsing waterbirth as a safe, evidence-based option. Additionally, the AABC released preliminary data from nearly 4,000 waterbirths from birth centers all over the United States, supporting waterbirth as safe for mothers and their babies.

When waterbirth is offered within proven guidelines, it is safe. My prac-

tice has offered waterbirth since the year 2000 without any complications directly related to the birth being in the water. More than 1,000 beautiful, healthy waterbabies later, we have living proof that waterbirth is safe.

Just as there are with dry births, there are normal childbirth complications during waterbirth, but they have been successfully managed. In fact, waterbirth has been found to decrease the transmission of Group B strep, which has been known to lead to pneumonia in newborns. An article published by Cohain looks at the studies included in a Cochrane review of immersion in water during labor and birth (Cluett et al). Cohain states: “The (Cochrane review) literature provides a single case of early onset newborn Group B Strep (GBS) among 4,432 waterbirths, suggesting that low-risk women who give birth in water may have a far lower rate of newborn GBS than women who have a dry birth. The last reported rate of newborn GBS for dry births was 1 in 1,450.”

The 2006 joint statement from the Royal College of Midwives, “Immersion in Water During Labour and Birth,” states that “All healthy women with uncomplicated pregnancies at term should have the option of water birth available to them and should be able to proceed to a water birth if they wish.”

Benefits of Waterbirth Waterbirth has been found to benefit both mother and baby in a number of ways.

For Mom

• Buoyancy of water improves a woman’s ability to move around and change positions in labor. Water immersion also decreases energy expenditure for the mother.

• The tub creates a safe place for the mother to labor, where she feels “held,” warm, and supported.

• There is a significant decrease in pain. Women are more focused and have greater control of their labor.

• Waterbirth has been found to decrease blood pressure and stress hormones while elevating endorphins and oxytocin. Because of this hormonal shift, labor progresses

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more efficiently with less discomfort to the mother.

• There are more controlled deliveries.

Mothers are able to hold their babies on the perineum more easily to allow stretching and decrease trauma to the vulva. They feel less pain and pressure and so are less out of control themselves as the baby delivers.

For Baby

• Waterbirths offer a gentle entrance into the world directly into Mommy and Daddy’s arms.

• They subject the baby to less medicine because the mother is better able to tolerate the pain of her labor.

• A huge dose of oxytocin from the natural birth assists in wiring the baby’s brain to connect emotionally with others.

• Naturally born babies breastfeed instinctively.

• Waterbirth fosters in mothers an ecstatic state that leads to deeper bonding with their baby, children and partner.

For the World

• These births create mothers who are strong and confident in their ability to mother.

• They provide the optimal circumstances from the start of life for children to learn about love and to form intimate relationships.

• Waterbirths deepen family relationships.

• This method of birthing decreases costs to the healthcare system by lessening intervention in labor and birth that can lead to complications.

Lisa Lederer, CNM, IBLCE, became a midwife after the VBAC birth of her second daughter in a midwife-owned birth center. She graduated from the University of Medicine and Dentistry in 1994 and worked for four years in birth centers then joined Roxie Mitchell and Cindy Redmond at Hackettstown Regional Medical Center. Lisa, along with Roxie and Cindy, established The Midwives of New Jersey in 2007, which became an independent practice in December 2010.

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By 2006, Cesarean delivery was the number one surgical procedure in American hospitals.

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Conscious Choices Lead to Less Intervention

by Meredith Montgomery

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abor and delivery alternative. By 1938, half Most births is a natural process of domestic births took should be viewed place in hospitals, and that can be enjoyed.

“It’s not something by 1960 it rose to 97 as a natural life to be afraid of,” says percent. Currently, midprocess instead Mel Campbell, author wives attend less than 8 of The Yoga of Pregnancy. percent of births here, of a potential “It’s a wonderful and medical emergency. and fewer than 1 percent beautiful experience. We occur outside a hospital. need to remember that Natural labor and ~Abby Epstein, The the body is designed for Business of Being Born delivery in a hospital is giving birth.” possible, but, “It’s hard

Natural childbirth uses few or no to have an unmedicated birth in many artificial medical interventions such hospitals if you don’t know your rights, as drugs, continuous fetal monitoring, understand your physiology and have forceps delivery or episiotomies (cuts to a doula by your side helping you avoid enlarge the vaginal opening). According unnecessary interventions,” says Ina to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control May Gaskin, a pioneering midwife and (CDC), 32.7 percent of deliveries were author of Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth.

by Cesarean section in 2013—most Key factors to discuss include fetal performed in situations where a vaginal monitoring, intravenous tubes and the birth would have posed a relatively low option to eat or drink during labor. risk to the health of mother and child.

Entirely natural childbirth is now rare Benefits of Home Births here compared with other countries, Women choose home births and but that wasn’t always the case. homey birthing centers because they

In 1900, 95 percent of all U.S. labor there more comfortably, feel more births took place in the home; when in control of the process and can more more moved to hospitals here in the easily avoid interventions. Many moms early 20th century, midwives still seek out a midwife’s services because typically handled the delivery in other they don’t want to repeat the convencountries, sometimes without a doctor tional hospital experience that accompresent. In America, obstetrics became panied their first baby’s arrival. a profession and a doctor-attended birth When actress Ricki Lake gave in a hospital was promoted as a safer birth to her second child in her home 30

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bathtub with the assistance of a midwife, she felt empowered by doing it on her own terms. “Giving birth wasn’t an illness, something that needed to be numbed. It was something to be experienced,” she says.

When women let their bodies naturally lead, labor can last as little as 20 minutes or as long as two weeks, and the spectrum of pain intensity is equally broad. A healthy prenatal lifestyle that prepares a mom-to-be for a natural physical, emotional and spiritual experience of childbirth is highly beneficial.

Compassionate Self-Care

“Pregnancy’s not the time to overexert yourself; let go of the temptation to overachieve and instead practice breathing and mindfulness,” advises Campbell. “If you’re experiencing morning sickness, try to embrace it and how it serves you.

By doing so, you’ll be more in tune with your body. These lessons are gifts you can take with you into labor.”

She reminds women that the baby is always getting nourishment from all that mom eats and breathes in, and also feeds off of her feelings and emotions. “The more we can feel at peace with ourselves and incorporate the baby into our being, the more we feel a connection and union,” she says. “It’s vital that you let your body’s innate wisdom be your guide and respect any cues it may give.”

Campbell guides expectant mothers through a yoga practice that embraces the changes occurring each trimester. For example, a more physical practice in the second trimester utilizes the surge of energy to build stamina and strength, while opening the heart, hips and pelvis.

Complementary relaxation techniques for labor include breathing practices, visualization, meditation and massage. When a mother isn’t connected to monitors and tubes, she’s free

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to experiment with positions and props such as balls, bars and pillows, plus a warm shower or bath. If a hospital birth is planned, Gaskin notes that labor often slows once a woman leaves the comfort of home, and recommends laboring at home as long as possible.

There is no way to predict the course of labor and delivery when women let nature take the lead. Campbell, a mother of three, says, “I tried to focus on the intention of what I wanted for my birthing experience, while also surrendering expectations, knowing that I would have whatever type of birth I was supposed to have.” She adds, “The breath is the most important thing—it keeps us in the moment, helps us to relax and supports us through labor.”

While the home birth option is important to America’s new generation of trailblazing women, it’s also significant on a macro level. Gaskin explains, “It’s hard for staff to change routine practices in hospitals but home births make innovation possible.” Home births demonstrated that women don’t require routine episiotomies and have shown how maternal mobility and position changes can help labor progress and

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There is a great deal of fear and ignorance about allowing labor and birth to proceed without disturbance. Rates of routine intervention are so high, most nurses and physicians rarely see a fully natural birth. ~Ina May Gaskin free badly stuck babies (earlier methods often injured mother and child).

Gaskin has found, “Wherever and however you decide to give birth, your experience will impact your emotions, mind, body and spirit for the rest of your life. No one should have a home birth who doesn’t want one, but it must be one of the choices.”

Meredith Montgomery publishes Natural Awakenings of Mobile/Baldwin, AL (HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet.com).

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A Mother’s Guide to Natural Childbirth

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etermining the best birth setting for a mother necessitates sound planning.

If an unmedicated birth is a goal, these insights may help in making decisions.

Home birth takes place in the comfort of home, typically with the assistance of a midwife, and is suitable for a healthy woman with a low-risk pregnancy. She is able to wear her own clothing and eat as she pleases. Because monitoring of mother and baby is done intermittently, she is free to move around.

Confirm the midwife’s training and experience; ask how many home births she’s attended and which obstetricians she consults. Discuss the signs and symptoms that might necessitate a move to the hospital and how quickly it can be done. While a midwife’s fee is often far less than the cost of a hospital birth, not all insurance companies cover home births.

A birth center provides personalized, family-centered care in a homelike environment for healthy women.

Practitioners follow principles of problem prevention, sensitivity, safety, appropriate medical intervention and cost-effectiveness. A certified nursemidwife typically delivers the baby, but the collaborative practice team also includes obstetricians, pediatricians

and other specialists. Mothers experience personal freedoms similar to a home birth, and tubs for water births are usually available, plus other birthing props such as squatting bars, stools and balls.

The center should be accredited by the Commission for Accreditation of Birth Centers. Inquire what the protocol for care will be if complications arise, learn what the center’s charges for care cover and confirm if the family’s insurance policy will pay for the services provided.

A hospital generally has access to the latest medical technology, making it a preferred option for medium-to-highrisk pregnancies. With proper preparations, an unmedicated birth is possible in this traditional setting. Investigate their rates of Cesarean births and episiotomies and the determining parameters.

To allow for an active labor, request intermittent fetal monitoring, avoid intravenous fluids and ask about the availability of birthing props. Become familiar with hospital policies, such as who can be in the delivery room and whether the baby will stay with mom after the birth. If a nurse midwife is not on staff, consider hiring a doula to assist in preparing for and carrying out the family’s birth plan.

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system, but who knows much about the lymphatic system? It’s extremely important, and people are starting to get the idea. Activities like yoga, swimming and bouncing on the trampoline can help.

Laura Prepon’s Journey to Health

Do you see society’s penchant for medicating as a way to avoid listening to and addressing our body’s real needs?

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Home Cooking, Organics and Massage Are Key

rom That ‘70s Show to Orange is the New Black, actress Laura Prepon has long been considered by TV audiences to be a welcome image of health. Yet Prepon’s recent discovery that she’d been falling short in nourishing her body as effectively as possible has set in motion a complete redirection of lifestyle, from her diet to fitness routine. Now working on a book about clean living and eating due out next year, Prepon has rededicated herself to educating us just as much as she’s entertained us through the years.

How do you manage to consistently eat local organic food instead of fast food?

My mother was a gourmet chef and an advocate of organic food, so we always had amazing meals growing up. Eating organic produce that’s in season locally seems to help me assimilate nutrition more readily. Whenever I can, I also try to tap into biodynamic agriculture, which takes an even broader holistic approach to food production and nutrition. I view GMOs [genetically modified foods] as toxic to the system.

As a self-taught chef, I like to cook at least 80 percent of my food at home and bring meals to work so I don’t stress about food during the day.

It feels good to get people together in the kitchen and I’ve taught friends how to cook healthy foods in simple ways, so they now bring their own meals with them to work. It’s all about preparation, so that you’re not just grabbing some-

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thing on the run. Knowing what’s going into the food we’re eating is important.

Why do you include a lot of soup in your diet?

I love eating soup because the healthful ingredients I use are broken down completely, so the body can immediately assimilate needed micronutrients, which help heal us from the inside out.

I’m talking about homemade broth from grass-fed beef bones, so you get the marrow; I’m partial to knuckle bones. I always have soup broth in my refrigerator.

What’s key to your ability to naturally stay healthy and fit in the midst of an intense schedule of work and travel?

I love modalities like acupuncture, massage … all of that. I fully believe in keeping energy flowing to benefit the functioning of all our organs.

As school kids, we learn about the circulatory system and central nervous

I do. That’s why I study Eastern medicine, because I feel that Western medicine treats problems and Eastern medicine prevents problems from happening.

I grew up in a family of doctors and “full-on” Western medicine and respect the medical community. Unfortunately, these days, most people are continually medicated and they’re not getting better.

As a society, we tend to just take a drug to handle a symptom instead of addressing the actual cause of the problem.

As a celebrity, do you see yourself as a conduit to facilitate a shift away from unnatural lifestyles?

Yes. The reason I decided to write a book was because I’ve been struggling with a bunch of different ailments in secret for a long time. When I began working with my integrated health coach, Elizabeth Troy, I started to heal for the first time in all the years of reading books on health, diet and fitness, seeing doctors, taking loads of pills and spending crazy amounts of money on all of these activities. I want to help people struggling to regain their health to get answers.

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e read the labels touting low sugar, carbs, fats and calories. We try this and that diet, hoping the pounds will melt away.

Yet more than a third of U.S. adults, nearly 80 million of us, remain overweight or obese, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in Atlanta.

The problem might be that we’re getting the wrong advice. While most weight-loss plans focus on reducing calories, recent research shows that vegan and vegetarian dietary patterns can result in more weight loss than those that include meat, without even emphasizing caloric restriction. Scientists at the University of South Carolina, in Columbia, point to their study, How

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Mostly plants. ~Michael Pollan Plant-Based Do We Need to Be to Achieve Weight Loss?

Study participants were divided into five groups, according to eating style, from vegan to flexitarian to carnivore, and monitored for an eight-week period. At the end of the evaluation,

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those that followed an entirely plantbased diet achieved the greatest weight loss. Study leader Gabrielle Turner-McGrievy, Ph.D., notes, “Many researchers agree that vegan eating styles are tied to lower BMI [body mass index], lower prevalence of Type 2 diabetes and less weight gain with age.”

Can it really be that simple… eat more plants and lose weight? “Yes,” says clean food coach Jeannette Bessinger, of Newport, Rhode Island.

“Most people could benefit from eating more vegetables.” Co-author of Natural Solutions for Digestive Health with Naturopath Jillian Sarno Teta, Bessinger advises her clients to start by eating more green, leafy vegetables.

Vegetables contribute to weight control in several ways, says Bessinger.

They fill us up and help calm cravings.

Plus, when plants become the bulk of what we eat, we naturally consume fewer high-fat, high-calorie foods.

For an easy appetite-control strategy, Bessinger suggests having a cup of vegetable soup about 10 minutes before a meal. “It shuts off your appetite valve and you’ll eat noticeably less,” she says, while still feeling full. She also recommends slowing down and being mindful when we eat. Vegetables help us do that. “It takes two-and-a-half minutes to eat a piece of cheesecake, but much more time to eat a big salad,” she says.

For New York City-based Victoria Moran, author of Main Street Vegan and The Good Karma Diet, losing weight and maintaining a healthy lifestyle became easier once she adopted a vegan diet. “I’ve been through life and loss and ages 40 and 50, and my weight stays steady, some 60 pounds less than it once was,” she says. “Every year when I put away my winter clothes and get out my summer clothes, they fit.”

Her eating strategy is easy, too.

“Make your plate look like a Christmas tree,” says Moran, “mostly green with splashes of other bright colors from vegetables and fruits.” She eats green veggies in several ways. She makes her own green juices—one favorite combines celery, kale, apple and lemon juice. She also adds tender greens like romaine or spinach to smoothies that might also contain fruit and citrus juice.

She steams greens with plenty of garlic and makes big salads.

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“I bought my salad bowl at a restaurant supply house,” Moran exclaims. Salads get an oomph factor with a selection of avocado, pumpkin or hemp seeds, mushrooms, chickpeas or red beans, artichoke hearts, chunks of steamed yam and sautéed tofu or tempeh. Moran cites benefits of more energy to do more physical activity and “feeling really good” as additional outcomes of her dietary shift.

Sophie Uliano, a Los Angelesbased natural beauty expert and author of the new Gorgeous for Good, agrees, believing that eating a vegan diet 80 percent of the time can pay dividends in weight loss, well-being, energy and beauty. “Most of the time, eat clean and healthy,” she recommends. “It’s not a diet. It’s a ‘live-it’, a way of life.”

Uliano recently asked two colleagues on the Hallmark Channel’s Home & Family show to try eating vegan, while also eliminating gluten, alcohol, caffeine and refined grains.

The pair lost weight, gained energy and improved their skin tone.

“Transformation comes in a series of small, consistent decisions over time,” concludes Bessinger, eating salad instead of cheeseburgers and vegetables instead of fries. For natural weight management, “Make strategic, long-term changes in stages that you can actually sustain over time.”

Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

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Keep it fun, so that your kids will try new things like vegetables. Remember, it takes 12 times before a baby actually prefers a new food, so don’t give up!

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KIDS LOVE VEGGIES How to Instill Healthy Lifelong Habits

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Starting at conception, the early years of a child’s life are a perfect window of opportunity to establish a foundation of healthy eating.

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ant a child to love veggies?

Here are simple tips parents can practice in the first three years to establish lifelong good eating habits.

Start early. We all know that eating healthy during pregnancy will help a baby grow, but many may not realize that an infant can taste flavors in utero and through breast milk. Eating a vari-

ety of fresh produce during pregnancy and breastfeeding helps shape a healthy diet later in life.

Treat weaning as a time for the infant to explore the texture, taste and aroma of an array of foods. After six months of exclusive breastfeeding, food can be introduced, although breast milk is still the primary source of nutrients.

Small, repeated exposures to many

foods during this stage will help minimize refusals to try or accept foods in the toddler years.

Children’s foods should be exploding with nutrients. Offering a variety of organic produce ensures optimal nutrition and decreases chemical exposure. Research reported by the Harvard Medical School and the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, among others, shows that richly colored foods help build dense bones, powerful brains and tough immunity. Good candidates include butternut squash, sweet potatoes, leafy greens, carrots, broccoli, berries and citrus. Also go for those naturally high in iron, such as peas, leafy greens, apricots, raisins and legumes.

Avoid anything high in sugar and other sweeteners, hydrogenated oils, artificial colorings and other harmful additives.

Another important yet often overlooked foundation of healthy eating is encouraging a child to self-regulate his or her calorie intake. Self-regulation starts on the first day of breastfeeding and is carried through adulthood.

Respecting a child’s decision to end a meal allows them to control their own food intake. Common signals infants use to end a meal include turning

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It’s important to give the child the same food that the family eats, but in smaller servings. This allows the child to watch others eat and enjoy the same meal. ~Maria Myers Maiden, North Carolina mother their head away, arching back, throwing food on the floor and showing an interest in other activities. To encourage self-regulation, always serve meals and healthy snacks on a schedule and allow the child to feed himself when possible.

As early as 7 months of age, most healthy infants are developmentally ready to do this, which should optimize nutrient consumption, increase participation in family meals and contribute to a less stressful mealtime. Appropriate foods for self-feeding should easily melt in an infant’s mouth and be a safe size, such as soft fruits and cooked vegetables. To prevent choking, avoid round, hard and sticky foods such as whole grapes, peanuts, popcorn and nut or seed butters.

Don’t be afraid to add mild herbs and spices to a child’s food. An easy

way to teach healthy flavor preferences, develop taste buds and reduce pickiness when they’re older is to expose children to many foods, textures and aromas. A dash of cumin in smashed avocado or freshly chopped mint mixed with diced strawberries introduces new perspective on a favorite food.

Food refusal is inevitable, normal behavior. Children will love a food one day and hate it the next. Rethinking the definition of variety empowers parents to reintroduce a not-so-favorite food many times. If children don’t like the way an item feels or looks, they may

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not taste it. The refusal of a carrot doesn’t necessarily doom carrots. They can be coined, minced, mashed, puréed and diced to change the texture, plus they can be served cold, at room temperature or tepid.

A child’s early adventurous eating increases the willingness to experiment with a wider range of less familiar foods as a young adult in a multicultural foodscape. Kids are not born reciting an alphabet; it takes time and practice to read and learn a new language. Similarly, it requires time and patient practice to establish a healthy foundation for eating. Have faith in the family’s ability to make eating together enjoyable for everyone.

2 Tbsp smashed organic sweet potato Dash organic cinnamon Bake sweet potato until its center is soft.

Remove flesh from peel. Smashing with a fork, mix in cinnamon. Add breast milk to thin as needed.

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Sweet and Chunky Avocado

½ ripe organic avocado, mashed with a fork ½ ripe organic banana Pinch of organic cinnamon (optional)

Mix ingredients well until smooth and creamy. Add breast milk to thin as needed. For more texture, dice the banana and gently mix into mashed avocado.

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1 tsp finely chopped fresh organic basil ½ diced organic banana In a blender, mix all ingredients until smooth. Add breast milk to thin as needed.

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In a cast iron skillet, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add peas and cook for 5 minutes, constantly stirring. Toss with dill before serving.

Strawberry and Almond Purée

8 raw, soaked almonds 4 large organic strawberries, diced 1 tsp fresh chopped organic herbs (basil, cilantro or mint) Pulse almonds in a blender until finely chopped. Add strawberries and herb of choice. Mix until well blended.

Banana and Coconut Ice Cream 4 frozen organic bananas (without peels) ½ cup unsweetened organic coconut milk 1 tsp organic vanilla extract

In a blender, mix all ingredients until smooth. Top with fresh organic berries.

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effect of slowed metabolism as you age and control body weight,” she notes.

To maximize the burn, eat a healthy combined protein/carb snack within an hour of the workout, advises Jen Hoehl, a personal trainer in New York City, who says, “Adding amino acids helps the muscles rebuild more efficiently.”

Westcott agrees, adding that 90 percent of studies he’s reviewed concur that about 25 extra grams of protein such as a Greek yogurt, more for heavier men, just before or after a workout, enhances fat loss, bone strength and lean muscle gain.

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MUSCLES Weightlifting Makes Us Fit,

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omen who shy away from the traditionally male-centric weight rooms might want to reconsider. Standing their ground amid the deadlift bars and iron plates could lead to a host of unimagined benefits.

Research has found that among other things, hoisting dumbbells can amp up the fat burn, ward off some common diseases and make women stronger, both inside and out.

Burn Calories When Resting

Aerobic activity can burn more calories while doing it (e.g., 14 to 16 per minute when running), but strength training prolongs the burn, even when resting afterward, according to Wayne Westcott, Ph.D., of Quincy, Massachusetts, who publishes widely on the topic in scientific journals, magazine articles and books.

Women will burn fewer calories while pumping iron than when running (between eight and 10 calories a minute), but because of weightlifting’s action— traumatizing muscle tissue and forcing it to rebuild—muscle recovery requires increased expenditure of energy, and thus calories, when the person is at rest.

The research shows a revved-up burn of between 5 percent and 7 percent for three full days after a workout, says Westcott, who developed the exercise science major at Quincy College and has reviewed and directed strength-training research for more than 25 years. “On average, a woman burns an extra 100 calories a day by having done 30 minutes of strength training twice a week. That’s an extra 3,000 calories a month, or nearly an extra pound of fat she can burn.”

Additional “free” calorie burning comes from the after-burn effect. By

initiating the anaerobic, rather than aerobic, system, weightlifting requires more energy just to return to the resting state. “So, after you finish a workout, you will burn approximately 30 percent of the amount of calories you burned during the workout in the first hour afterward as your body transitions back.

It’s a bonus of resistance training.”

“It’s like there’s a furnace inside you,” says Naturopathic Doctor and CrossFit instructor Holly Lucille, of West Hollywood, California. The more buff a woman becomes, the more fat she burns. “It can help minimize that natural

Don’t Fear ‘Hulk’ Bulk

Experts agree that it’s impossible for women to look like the Hulk character of comic book fame. “They don’t have enough anabolic hormones, such as testosterone,” Westcott explains. “Our team has written 26 books on strength training, with not one title exclusively for women.

The muscles are exactly the same for both genders, so the same training works, but women will just get toned, not bulky.”

“I train a lot of tiny girls that deadlift 225,” Hoehl says. One tip: Don’t overeat, a mistake many women make when starting out.

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“Often, people will be hungrier, and they lose track of what they eat or think, ‘Now I can reward myself,’” Lucille explains. “You have to figure out what your new normal is.

Eat lean, clean protein.”

All three experts agree that braving the free-weight area boosts success at toning and trimming the whole body. “If you use free weights, you use your core and more muscle groups to help stabilize both the weight and your body, which is often standing,” Hoehl explains, versus machines that are often worked while sitting, and generally exercise only one targeted muscle group at a time.

Recover Muscle

Weightlifters also slow Mother Nature’s habit of stealing muscle during aging. “Women lose an average of five pounds of muscle per decade after age 30 until menopause, when the rate increases even more,” Westcott says. Studies have found that during a woman’s first six months of twice-weekly weight training, she can rebuild about one-quarter pound of muscle per week, he says.

Because becoming stronger makes everything from chores to other kinds of workouts easier, women become firmer, fitter and more self-confident, Lucille observes. Independence rises, along with self-esteem. “As with all things in life: If you push against resistance, you get stronger,” she says. “That’s true both mentally and physically.”

Note: Experts recommend using a certified trainer or weightlifting class to get started.

Debra Melani writes about health care and fitness from Lyons, CO. Connect at DebraMelani.com.

Pumping Iron Boosts Overall Health for Men and Women

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ayne Westcott, who has served as a consultant for many national organizations, from the U.S. Air Force to the American Council on Exercise, points to the relevant body of research he’s studied, which shows that the health benefits of building muscle can also help ward off many diseases and debilitating conditions.

4 Osteoporosis, by building up bone tissue 4 Diabetes, by increasing lean muscle, which helps the body regulate blood sugar levels 4 Heart disease, by increasing the good cholesterol and lowering the bad 4 Stroke, by lowering resting blood pressure 4 Depression, by building self-esteem and boosting endorphins 4 Colon disease, by increasing natural intestinal movement that keeps the colon clear 4 Energy loss, by enhancing mitochondria, the powerhouse of the body

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Special audio-visual healing meditation at the end. A beloved and prolific kirtan artist, Satkirin, travels across the globe tuning hearts to the Divine Harmony of Gurbani Kirtan (Sikh Kirtan). $30 preregistered/$35 day of. Aquarian Yoga Center Westfield, 812 Central Ave., Westfield. 908-2321613. AquarianYogaCenter.com.

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educational lecture about how stem cells and PRP (platelet rich plasma) therapies can help you heal.

Fourth floor of the Advanced Medical Center at Cedar Knolls. 197 Ridgedale Ave., Cedar Knolls.

973-998-8309 or NJRegenerativeInstitute.com.

Food Revolution Day—11am–4pm. Health- and food-based activities spread throughout Fosterfields farm, including exercise activities, cooking and gardening demonstrations, and more farm-to-table inspired activities. Lectures from 4–6pm. Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, 73 Kahdena Rd., Morristown. MorrisParks.net.

Balancing and Scanning the Chakras—7–9pm.

The chakras are energy centers that help maintain our health, joy, abundance and overall well-being.

Learn how to read these centers for yourself and others and receive some simple tips to balance and open the chakra system. $40, $25 if you preregister.

Fee includes course materials. Bound Brook. Contact Lorraine, 973-714-5143. TreeofLighthc.com.

Are You Looking for a Sign from God?—Come and go from 12:30–8:30pm. ECKANKAR in New Jersey presents a free spiritual seminar. Learn about dreams, inner guidance, and how to master your own life! Featuring talks, workshop, and book signings with Anne Archer Butcher, Author of Inner Guidance: Our Divine Birthright. Hotel Woodbridge at Metropark. 120 Wood Ave South, Iselin. For more information: 800-870-9139, Eckankar-nj.org.

SUNDAY, MAY 17 Festival Earth—Noon–5pm. Sustainable Living Expo, performance stage, arts showcase, farmers market, hybrid–electric auto show, healthy foods pavilion, valet bike parking, a jewelry and accessory swap, and more. Vail Mansion, Morristown.

SustainableMorristown.org.

MONDAY, MAY 18 New Moon Meditation—7–9pm. Create new beginnings, deep-level healing, and tune in to your intuition at the May New Moon. $25. $15 if you preregister. Chatham location. Contact Sandy, 908930-9248. Ssauchel@gmail.com.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 20 Free Lecture on Stem Cells and PRP—7pm. Have you been told you need arthroscopic surgery? Free

SATURDAY, MAY 23 13 Hands in Concert—7:30–10pm. A 13 Hands concert/Kirtan experience blends sacred Indian and world chant, rhythms & inspirational songs to create positive vibrations that open the heart and allow for anyone to explore their voice in a fun and empowering setting. Bring a drum, rattle, shaker for various parts of the evening! $25 in advance/$29 day of.

Aquarian Yoga Center Montclair, 127 Valley Rd., Montclair. 973-634-0082. AquarianYogaCenter. com.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 27 Are You Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired?—6:30–8pm. Dr. Tanya Maximoff of Maxlife Chiropractic offers tips to wellness as part of the free monthly #RUListening class series. Awakening Wellness, at 14 Pine Street, Suite 8, Morristown.

Awakening4Wellness.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 28 Women’s Sharing Circle—7–9pm. Women share thoughts in a sacred space. Beginning with a meditation to ground and connect, we then use the Native American talking stick technique to go around the circle to share and listen to each other. Wellspring Health Collective, 697 Valley St., Maplewood.

ENERGY KINESIOLOGY SUMMER SERIES – LEVEL 2 Sunday, July 12, noon–7pm Monday, July 13, 9am–6pm Specialized energy bodywork, Touch For Health 2 teaches the 5-element theory, the wheel, how to do a GOAL balance, as well as shortcuts. Learn 14 muscle/organ/gland connections. Pre-req. level 1. Tuition: $297 15 CEu workshop. Mt Arlington area

Aim for the moon. If you miss, you may hit a star. ~W. Clement Stone

Contact: Sharn Zabel Certified Kinesiology Instructor 973-908-8342 SharnZabel.com

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sunday Free Zen Meditation Group Sit—7–8:30am. Led

by Kurt Spellmeyer of ColdMountainZen.org at Kula Yoga Wellness, 25 Main St., Stanhope. For info, email Rcr111@optonline.net.

Summit Unitarian Worship Service—9:30 and 11:15am throughout the regular church year. The Unitarian Church, 4 Waldron Ave., Summit. 908-273-3245.

Prenatal Yoga—9–10:15am. For the Mother Goddess and her growing baby! $18 drop-in or class package. The Karuna Shala, 855 Bloomfield Ave., Suite 208, 2nd Floor, Glen Ridge.

Morristown Unitarian Fellowship—Worship services at 9am. Children and Youth Religious Education at 9am. 21 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown.

973-540-1177, ext. 203.

Institute for Spiritual Development—10am. First and third Sundays. Psychic and spiritual development & healing. Masonic Lodge #93, 170 Main St., Madison.ISD-Madison.org.973-437-4370.

Center for Spiritual Living~Morristown—11am Sunday Celebration and Youth Program, followed by refreshments at noon in Friendship Hall. 331 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown. 973-539-3114.

Unity of Sussex County—11am.Sunday Celebration and Youth Program, followed by fellowship in Wakeman Hall. 25 Mudcut Rd., Lafayette. 973-3836277. UnityofSussex.org.

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EEC Presents: Writer’s Block—12–2pm. Sundays. Come and sit and write in peace. Break your writer’s block. $10. RSVP required. 201-310-7227.

Enaya Event Center, 811 Main St. Suite J, Boonton.

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Yoga—12:30–1:30pm. Gentle poses that focus on movements with the breath. $10. Please bring your own yoga mat. Chambers Center for Well Being, 435 South Street, Suite 160, Morristown, NJ. 973971-6301.

EEC Presents: Meditation and Music—3–4pm.

Sundays. Bring your yoga mat or cushion and relax to ambient sounds. $20. RSVP required. Enaya Event Center, 811 Main St. Suite J, Boonton. 201310-7227. EnayaEvents.com.

Drum Jam—3–5pm. Third Sundays. Open to all; beginners to experienced musicians. Some gather for spiritual reasons, others for an opportunity to socialize or try something different. $10 donation.

Rest Stop Rejuvenate, 21 Maple Ave., Rockaway, 973-985-7548. RestStopRejuvenate.com.

Free Meditation Class—4–5pm.Learn how to manage stress and emotions through breathing techniques and meditation. A perfect introduction to meditation. Free. Art of Living Foundation, Parsippany PAL Bldg., 33 Baldwin Rd., Parsippany.

973-400-9191. Parsippany@us.artofliving.org.

Spiritual Discussion Group—5:50-8:30pm. Sundays. A variety of topics. $5. RSVP 908-879-3937.

TheArtoftheHeart-Chester.com

monday Yoga Therapy—9:30am.Mondays. Heal your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual bodies through expert instruction and personal attention.

Sadhana Yoga, 150 River Road, Unit M4, Montville.

973-265-0665 or SadhanaNJ.com.

Beginners Yoga with Shirley Sahaja Sicsko— 9:30am. Mondays.Yoga West Holistic Center, 86 Main St., Succasunna. 973-584-6664.YogaWest.com.

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Free Blood Pressure and Glucose Testing—10am3pm. Overlook Downtown 357 Springfield Avenue, Summit. 908-598-7997.

Energy Enhancing Blasts of Qigong with Sal Canzonieri—11am-noon. Mondays. Lunchtime energy healing. Register at 908-879-3937. The Art of the Heart, 44 Main St., Chester. TheArtofTheHeartChester.com.

Gentle Yoga—11am–noon. Extra gentle yoga for those who enjoy moving slowly and gently, those who have not exercised in a while and those in recovery or receiving physical therapy. The School of Royal Yoga, 57 Main St., Chester. 908-879-9648.

TheRoyalPathwaysInc.com.

Pilates Sculpt—Noon–1pm. Try your first class for free. 973-895-9925. Pilates at Pro Physical Therapy, 2 Emery Ave., Randolph.Pilateswithamy@verzon. net. Proptnj.com.

Yoga—12:30–1:30pm. Gentle poses that focus on movements with the breath. $10. Please bring your own yoga mat. Chambers Center for Well Being, 435 South Street, Suite 160, Morristown, NJ. 973971-6301.

Posture Fit —3:30–4:15 pm. Use props and weights to strengthen, tone, improve balance and coordination, challenge your mind, strengthen core and back.

Try a complimentary class. The Wellness Center of Northwest Jersey, Randolph Medical Arts Building, 765 Rte. 10 East, Randolph.WellnessCenterNWJ .com or 973-895-2003. ©

Nia—5:30–6:30pm. An exhilarating barefoot cardio workout combining martial arts, dance and healing arts. $10. Chambers Center for Well Being, 435 South Street, Suite 160, Morristown, NJ. 973-971-6301.

Qigong—6–7pm. Gentle exercises designed to generate energy flow. Contact Renee Dorn, 551574-9500; Move in Grace, 294 Main St., Chester.

Divorce Support Group in Chester—7–8pm. First Mondays. Open to anyone currently struggling with divorce-related issues. 154 Route 206, 2nd Floor, Suite A, Chester. Free. 908-832-2305.

Awareness Through Movement—7–8pm. Gentle movement lessons suitable for everyone, even those limited by pain, injuries or neurological conditions.

Contact Beatrice Basso, 973-294-4059; Move in Grace, 294 Main St., Chester.

Monday Night Meditation Circle—7–8pm every Monday. Relax and recharge with Reiki Master Victoria at Monday Night Meditation @ Evolve Restorative Therapy. Feel the healing energy flow!

Evolve Restorative Therapy, 523 Westfield Ave., 3rd Floor, Westfield. 908-361-6376.

Tai Chi & Qigong—7pm Mondays. All levels, featuring Qigong for energy, Sun Style Tai Chi, and meditations for health. Institute for Spiritual Development,15 Sparta Ave., Sparta. More info at 973-786-6466 or MarkSGallagher@hotmail.com.

Because I Love You (B.I.L.Y.) Parent Support Group—7–8:30pm. Confidential self-help group for parents experiencing substance abuse issues with their children. Free. Jefferson Twp. BOE Community Room, 31 Rte. 181, Lake Hopatcong.

Bilyofjefferson@yahoo.com.Bily.org.

A Course in Miracles—7:30pm Mondays. Unity of Montclair, 84 Orange Rd., Montclair. $10 suggested donation. Contact Connie at 973-239-8402 for details.UnityofMontclair.com.

Yoga for Ultimate Beginners—8–9pm. For students brand new to yoga, this series covers the fundamentals of yoga from alignment basics to class etiquette. $90 for six weeks. Purple Om Yoga, 3118 Rte. 10 West, Denville. 973-343-2848.

PurpleOmYoga.com.

tuesday Chair Yoga—7am. Enjoy the benefits of yoga while sitting on a chair. $7 per class. Randolph Pain Relief & Wellness Center, 540 Rte. 10 West, Randolph.

973-866-5776. RandolphPRWC.com.

Free BodySculpt Class—8:30–9:15am. Weekly.

Free. Carefully and gently strengthen and tone your core and body using light weights and props.

Benessere, the center for wellness, 510 Morris Ave., Summit, 908-277-4080 BenessereNJ.com Yoga Foundations—9:15–10:15am. Learn the foundations of yoga in a safe, encouraging environment, while releasing stress and tension. $10/ class. Breathing Room Center, 735 Rte. 94, Newton.973-896-0030. BreathingRoomCenter.com.

Christpaths—9:30am–12pm.Second Tuesdays.

Monthly spiritual sharing and practice group.

Christ Church, 66 Highland Ave., Short Hills.

Yearly tuition: $175. 908-277-2120. Information@ Interweave.org.Interweave.org.

Pilates Mat with Props—10–11am. A traditional mat workout along with the magic circle, weights, stability balls and barre with flow and control. Try a complimentary class. The Wellness Center of Northwest Jersey, Randolph Medical Arts Building, 765 Rte. 10 East, Randolph.WellnessCenterNWJ. com or 973-895-2003.

Awareness Through Movement Classes with Diane Bates—12:30, 2:00 and 4:30pmTuesdays.

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energy and reduce stress. $15. Held at 24 Elm St., Room 1, Morristown. Call 973-534-8122 or email Diane.Bates7@Mac.com for more info.

Yoga for Teens & Tweens—3:45–5:45pm.Aquarian Yoga Center, 641 Bloomfield Ave., Montclair.908-884-4984. AquarianYogaCenter.com.

Hatha Yoga—5:30–6:30pm. Create balance through this practice of focusing on specific postures while learning to control the breath. $10. Please bring your own yoga mat. Chambers Center for Well Being, 435 South Street, Suite 160, Morristown, NJ. 973-971-6301.

Yoga Level 1—6–7pm.Learn basic postures, breathing styles and meditation. Contact Jean Marie: 908850-6475. Move in Grace, 294 Main St., Chester.

SMART Recovery—6:30–8pm Tuesdays. Secular, science-based recovery group for support and assistance with all forms of addictive behavior. Free.

Roxbury Twp. Library. 201-774-8323. SmartRox@ Optimum.net.

YogaFlow—6:45–8pm Tuesdays. $15/Class or $50/4classes. Family Chiropractic Center, 28 Bowling Green Pky. Suite 1A, Lake Hopatcong. 973-6635633. HartmanChiropractic.com.

Come Experience Enlightenment—7pm Tuesdays. Experience how to change every aspect of your life. We teach how to create using Thought Energy.

Thought in Motion, 127 Valley Rd. Montclair, NJ ThoughtinMotion.net Meditation—7–8pm Tuesdays. Beginners and advanced are welcome to join a weekly guided meditation. Aquarian Sun Healing and Learning Center, 212A Main St., Lincoln Park. Donation: $10. Call or email Suzanne@AquarianSun.net before 5pm Tuesday to reserve a spot. 973-686-9100.

Meditation—7–7:30pm.Unity of Sussex County, 25 Mudcut Rd., Lafayette. 973-383-6277.

UnityofSussex.org.

The Spirit Gathering Church—7:15pm.Tuesdays.Prayer, energy healing, discussion, meditation and mediumship. Held in the rear of Yoga West, 86 Main St., Succasunna. 973-876-2449.

TheSpiritGathering.net.

Restorative Yoga—7:30pm.Tuesdays.Shed stress and unleash your body’s innate healing capacities through comfortably supported guided relaxations.

Sadhana Yoga, 150 River Rd., Unit M4, Montville.

973-265-0665 or SadhanaNJ.com.

The Morris Music Men Quartet—7:30pm.Tuesdays.Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 300 Shunpike Rd., Chatham. Sing and socialize. Newcomers always welcome. 877-808-8697. MorrisMusicMen.org.

Restorative Yoga—7:30pm Tuesdays. Community House, Madison. Contact Anitateresap@aol.com for schedule and details.

A Course in Miracles—7:30pm. Study group for the course in spiritual psychotherapy. Miracles-Course. org. Garwood. Call Betsy Zipkin at 732-469-0234.

Book Study Group—7:30–9pm Held at Unity of Sussex County, 25 Mudcut Rd., Lafayette.

UnityofSussex.org. 973-383-6277.

Connecting with Loved Ones in Spirit—7:30– 9pm. You and up to five family members will sit

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Netcong. Contact Garry at 908-852-4635 or Garry@ hyp4life.com.

The Gathering—7:30–9:30pm.First and third Tuesdays. Worship service with Christina Lynn Whited. Offering of $10–$20 requested. Call 908638-9066to register. Circle of Intention, 76 Main St., High Bridge. CircleOfIntention.com.

Gentle Yoga—8pm. Includes a wide range of yoga poses, breath awareness, alignments, relaxation, and meditation. $7 per class. Randolph Pain Relief & Wellness Center, 540 Rte. 10 West, Randolph.973-866-5776. RandolphPRWC.com.

wednesday White Oak Center Organic Co-Op—Every other Wednesday. Delivered by Albert’s Organics.

Membership $20, then $35 bimonthly. White Oak Center, 33 Woodport Rd., Sparta. For more info, contact Brian Trautz at 973-729-1900 or BTrautz@ WhiteOakCenter.com.

bers Center for Well Being, 435 South Street, Suite 160, Morristown, NJ. 973-971-6301.

student 3sessions, $45. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294.

Pilates for Everyone—5–6pm.Lengthen, strengthen, stretch and tone. Move in Grace, 294 Main St., Chester. For more information, contact Carrie Oesmann: 201-919-7811.

Prenatal Yoga—6:30–7:45 pm. Wednesdays. New students: $67 for 5 classes. Studio Yoga Madison, 2 Green Village Rd., Suite 215, Madison. 973-966-5311.

Staff@StudioYogaNJ.com. StudioYogaNJ.com.

Chi Kung (Qigong) for Women—5:30–6:30pm meets every week in Verona to practice gentle, relaxing, and healing movement. All ages and levels welcome. Info and directions at 973-857-9536.

Youth Athletic Training Camps—7–8:30pm. $25 (pre-registration suggested). Improves strength, stamina, sports psychology, speed and agility under experienced professional guidance. Benessere, the center for wellness, 510 Morris Ave., Summit, 908277-4080 BenessereNJ.com

Monthly Reiki Bodywork Practice Sessions— 6–9pm.Second Wednesdays. Practitioners of all levels of Reiki or energy training join to offer one another energy healing sessions. $25. At Be The Medicine, 18 Bank St., Suite 300, Morristown.

BetheMedicine.com.

Yoga Instructor Certification—6–9pm. Wednesdays. Call or see TheRoyalPathwaysInc.com for details. 908-879-9648. School of Royal Yoga, 57 Main St. Chester.

Chanting Circle—6-7pm. Wednesdays. With Jonathan Jung. $15. RSVP 908-879-3937.

The Art of the Heart, 44 Main St. Chester.

TheArtoftheHeart-Chester.com

Free Meditation Class—7–8pm.Learn how to manage stress and emotions through breathing techniques and meditation. A perfect introduction to meditation. Free. Art of Living Foundation, Parsippany PAL Bldg., 33 Baldwin Rd., Parsippany.

973-400-9191. Parsippany@us.artofliving.org Women’s Healing Circle—7–9pm First Wednesdays. Support, share, bond and attain deep peace through guided meditation. Led by Lindsey Sass.

Preregister at 973-714-0765. $30.The Healing Center, 142 Main St., Bloomingdale.

Guided Meditation & Chanting—6–7pm. Westfield Yoga Studio, 231 Elmer St., Westfield.$14 per class or $72 for 6. Preregister at 908-232-1355.

Fibromyalgia and Fatigue Support Group of Morristown—7–9pm First Wednesdays, except July and August. Support for patients and their families. Speakers. 973-219-8092 or Wen5500@hotmail. com. 95 Madison Ave., Suite 109A, Morristown.

Teen Yoga—6:30–7:30pm.Age 13+. Teens learn to listen to their bodies as they move at their own pace promoting peacefulness, mental clarity and improved self-esteem. Carol’s Yoga Youngsters, 145 Washington St., Morristown.973-898-0544.

Ctr4child@verizon.net. CarolsYogaYoungsters.com

Introduction to Soto Zen Practice—7:15pm.

Hands-on instruction and explanation for seated and walking meditation. Dharma talk and discussion.

By donation. Rev. Shofu Keegan, Empty Hand Zen Group, 22 Lackawanna Plaza, Montclair. 908-6728782. EmptyHandZen.org.

Healing Meditations with Rev. Frankie—Noon.

Center for Spiritual Living, 331 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown. Free. 973-539-3333.

Beginner Yoga Adult Class—6:30–7:30pm Wednesdays. Drop-in, $20. 4 sessions, $75; 8 sessions, $130; New student 2 sessions for $20. More info at 973-944-0555.Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 18 Elm St. Morristown. TheYogaWayNJ.com.

The “I AM” Presence Book Study—7:15pm. First and third Wednesdays. All welcome. Sponsored by the Metaphysical Center of New Jersey. 614 Valley Rd. Upper Montclair. RSVP to Sharonsillen@gmail. com or 973-865-1976.

Cardio/Pilates Apparatus Circuit—12pm. Pilates at Pro Physical Therapy, 2 Emery Ave., Randolph.973-895-9925.PilateswithAmy@verizon.net.

Proptnj.com.

Yoga as Medicine—6:15–7:30pm Explore the interface of Hatha Yoga and Ayurvedic medicine. All levels welcome. The Karuna Shala, 855 Bloomfield Ave., Ste. 208, 2nd Fl., Glen Ridge.

A Course in Miracles Study Group—7:15–9pm.

Westfield Yoga Studio, 231 Elmer St., Westfield.$10.

Call in advance: 908-232-1355.

Pilates—1:00–2:00pm. Develop balance of the body through core strength, flexibility and awareness to support efficient, graceful movement. $10. Cham-

Adult Yoga Class—6:30–7:30pm Wednesdays.

Drop-in, $25.4 sessions, $75; 8 sessions, $130; New

Group Strength Training—7:00–8:00am. Small group class that includes toning exercises for agility, posture and flexibility. $20. Chambers Center for Well Being, 435 South Street, Suite 160, Morristown, NJ. 973-971-6301.

Chakra Yoga with Chant and Tibetan Yoga—9:30– 10:45am Wednesdays. Westfield Yoga, 231 Elmer St., Westfield. Call 908-232-1355 for details.

Yoga for Women’s Health—9:30–10:45am. Poses to help you better address menstruation, menopause, pelvic floor issues, and basic back care. The Karuna Shala, 855 Bloomfield Ave., Ste. 208, 2nd Fl., Glen Ridge.

Intuitive Tantric Meditation—7:30pm.Wednesdays.

Still your mind, experience your inner energies, and enjoy love & peace. Sadhana Yoga, 150 River Road, Unit M4, Montville. 973-265-0665 or SadhanaNJ.com.

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The Morris County (West) Chapter of Holistic Moms Network—7:30pm.FirstWednesdays.Held at Chester Field House, 107 Seminary Ave., Chester.

InfoHMNWestMorris@yahoo.com.

International Folk Dancing—7:30–11pm. Wednesdays. First hour dedicated to beginners and new dances. Mountain Lakes Community Church, 48 Briarcliff Rd., Mountain Lakes. $5. 973-627-4386.

AA Meeting (O-B-ST)—8pm.Wednesdays. Open to those struggling with alcoholism or drug addiction. Free. Cranford United Methodist Church, 201 Lincoln Ave., Cranford.

thursday Free BodySculpt Class—8:30–9:15am. Weekly.

Free. Carefully and gently strengthen and tone your core and body using light weights and props.

Benessere, the center for wellness, 510 Morris Ave., Summit, 908-277-4080 BenessereNJ.com Morning Chi Kung (Qigong)—8:30–9:15am.

All welcome. The WAE Center at Temple B’nai Shalom, 300 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange.

973-857-9536.

Iyengar Yoga—9-10am. Weekly. $10 donation. 20 Robert Dr., East Hanover. 386-383-4393. HealingWavesYoga.com.

YogaFlow—9:30–10:40am Thursdays. $15/Class or $50/4classes. Family Chiropractic Center, 28 Bowling Green Pky. Suite 1A, Lake Hopatcong.

973-663-5633. HartmanChiropractic.com.

Zumba—9–9:50am.The Wellness Center of Northwest Jersey, Randolph Medical Arts Building, 765 Rte. 10 East, Randolph.WellnessCenterNWJ.com or 973-895-2003.

Beginner Yoga Adult Class—11am–noon. Thursdays. Drop-ins, $20; 4 sessions, $65; 8 sessions, $120.Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294.

Healthy Food Prep Classes with Phyllis Deering—Noon, Third Thursdays. Learn about delicious and healthy food preparation.$25; 4 for $75.

Contact Marnie at Mountain Lakes Organic Co-op, LLC, 10 Vale Dr., Mountain Lakes. 973-335-4469.

FruitLady@MountainLakesOrganic.com.

Lunch & Learn—Noon–1pm.Thursdays. $10.

Register at 908-879-3937. The Art of the Heart, 44 Main St., Chester. TheArtofTheHeart-Chester.com.

White Oak Yoga—4:15–5:15pm Gentle Yoga.

Taught by Elizabeth Bell. Sparta Ambulance Bldg., 14 Sparta Ave., Sparta. 973-729-1900.

WhiteOakCenter.com.

Hatha Yoga—6:00–7:00pm. Create balance through this practice of focusing on specific postures while

learning to control the breath. $10. Please bring your own yoga mat. Chambers Center for Well Being, 435 South Street, Suite 160, Morristown, NJ. 973-971-6301.

Evening Yoga Series—6:15pm–7:30pm. For adults.

All levels yoga series. Advance registration and monthly payment is required; Essex County Environmental Center, 621-B Eagle Rock Ave., Roseland.

973-228-8776.

Parent/Child Yoga 6:30–7:30pm Thursdays. More info at 973-944-0555.Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 18 Elm St., Morristown. TheWholeChildNJ.com.

Raise Your Vibration—6:30–9pm. Thursdays. Spiritual ascension classes with Bebbie Carcuffe and Lynn Pridmore. $25.Center for the Soul, 50 Main St., top floor, Chester. 201-841-0358.

Reiki Share—6:30–9pm Fourth Thursdays. Experience Reiki’s healing touch by giving or receiving.

All welcome. Free. Aquarian Sun, 212A Main St., Lincoln Park.973-686-9100. AquarianSun.net.

Potluck and Spiritual Chat—7-9pm. Free. Bring a potluck dish to share, share in a safe, loving environment. Tree of Health Center, 55 Newton-Sparta Rd., Unit 107, Newton. 973-500-8813.

EEC Presents: Poetry Night—7–9pm. Second Thursdays. Share your poems and/or enjoy those of others. RSVP required. 201-310-7227. $10. Enaya Event Center, 811 Main St. Suite J, Boonton. 201310-7227. EnayaEvents.com.

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The Sussex County Chapter of Holistic Moms— 7pm.Second Thursdays. Free. Held at Holy Counselor Lutheran Church, 68 Sand Hill Rd., Sussex.

973-347-1246. TiggerNorton04@gmail.com.

Sacred Light Circle of Intention, Prayer, Meditation, and Healing—7–9 pm, first and third Thursdays. Suggested offering, $11.DivineAlchemy111@gmail.com or 973-366-8765. Held at Rest Stop Rejuvenate, 21 Maple Ave., Rockaway.

RestStopRejuvenate.com. 973-985-7548.

Adult Survivors of Child Abuse Support Group Meeting—7:30–9pm. We follow the ASCA meeting format and our goal is mutual support in a gentle and nonjudgmental environment. Ascasupport.org or Ascamnj@yahoo.com. The Morristown Chapter of ASCA, Church of the Redeemer, 36 South St., Morristown.

A Course in Miracles—7:30pm. Study group for the course in spiritual psychotherapy. Miracles-Course. org. Summit. Betsy Zipkin. 732-469-0234.

A Course in Miracles—7:30pm Second Thursdays.

Study group for the course in spiritual psychotherapy. Unity of Sussex County, 25 Mudcut Rd., Lafayette.973-383-6277.UnityofSussex.org.

EEC Presents: Original Music Night—7–9pm. Third Thursdays. Share your original music and/or enjoy those of others. Sorry, no cover songs. $10. RSVP required. 201-310-7227. Enaya Event Center, 811 Main St. Suite J, Boonton. 201-310-7227. EnayaEvents.com.

Gentle Yoga—8pm.An effective approach to develop flexibility and strength and encourage deep relaxation. $7 per class. Randolph Pain Relief & Wellness Center, 540 Rte. 10 West, Randolph. 973866-5776. RandolphPRWC.com.

Nia Dance—7–8pm. An exhilarating barefoot cardio workout combining martial arts, dance and healing arts. $10. Chambers Center for Well Being, 435 South Street, Suite 160, Morristown, NJ. 973-971-6301.

Gentle Yoga with Daniella Hurley—8pm. Randolph Pain Relief & Wellness Center, 540 Rte.10 West, Randolph. 973-866-5224.

Yoga with Daniella—7pm.Yoga for all levels. $5 suggested donation. The First Presbyterian Church, 11-13 Main St., Franklin. $5 suggested donation.

Daniella.Hurley@yahoo.com.

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Based on Dr. Emoto’s principles, positive thoughts collectively create a vibration and frequency to spread throughout the surrounding community and to the world. Must RSVP. $10. Phyllis Francene,732-587-5330. Professional Building, 2115 Millburn Ave., Maplewood.

Oasis for the Soul Spiritual Salon—7–9:30pm.

Second Thursdays. Experience deep meditations, teachings, discussions and healing immediately relevant to all in profound ways.$40. At Be The Medicine 18 Bank St., Suite 300, Morristown. RSVP 973-647-2500. BeTheMedicine.com. iwc Women’s Group—7–8:30pm. Thursdays.

Therapeutic discussion group led by licensed professional counselors processing all life issues including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, divorce, life transition, stress, aging, care-giving, etc. iwc for medical, mind and body. 401 Rte. 24, Chester. Call for information: 908-879-8700.

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Yoga Flow—9:15–10:30am.$10/class. Breathing Room Center, 735 Rte. 94, Newton.973-896-0030.

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Nia—9:30–10:30am. An exhilarating barefoot cardio workout combining martial arts, dance and healing arts. $10. Chambers Center for Well Being, 435 South Street, Suite 160, Morristown, NJ. 973-971-6301.

Beginners Yoga with Shirley Sahaja Sicsko— 9:30am Fridays. Yoga West Holistic Center, 86 Main St., Succasunna; 973-584-6664.YogaWest.com.

Morning Yoga Series—9:30am–10:45am for adults. All levels yoga series. Essex County Environmental Center, 621-B Eagle Rock Ave., Roseland.

973-228-8776.

Morning Meditation—10–11am Fridays. Held at The Art of the Heart, 44 Main St., Chester. RSVP at 908879-3937.More info at TheArtoftheHeart-Chester.com.

Overeaters Anonymous Meeting—10:30am– Noon. Twelve-step group to support those losing weight or wishing to maintain long-term weight loss. Free. Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church, 75 Ridgedale Ave., Cedar Knolls. Call before attending to confirm with Angie: 973-794-3443.Wjioa.org.

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Qigong with Sal Canzonieri—11am-noon. Held at The Art of the Heart, 44 Main St., Chester. Call Sue at 908-879-3937 for pricing & more info.

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Yoga—12:30-1:30pm. Gentle poses that focus on movements with the breath. $10. Please bring your own yoga mat. Chambers Center for Well Being, 435 South Street, Suite 160, Morristown, NJ. 973-971-6301.

Debtors Anonymous Meeting—5:30–6:30pm.

Twelve-step meeting for those dealing with debt, overspending and under-earning. Downstairs Main Bldg. at Redeemer Church, 37 Newton Sparta Rd., Newton. 877-717-3328. Njpada.org.

Drum Circle—6pm. Weekly drum circle to get your spirit flowing with the ancient healing art of drumming.

Learn new skills; connect with others in this warm and welcoming space. $20/class. Breathing Room Center, 735 Rte. 94, Newton. 973-997-0116. HoopNDrums@ Yahoo.com. BreathingRoomCenter.com.

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White Oak Yoga—8–9am Mixed level. Taught by Elizabeth Bell. Sparta Ambulance Bldg., 14 Sparta Ave., Sparta.973-729-1900.WhiteOakCenter.com.

“Men Who Care” Men’s Meeting—8:30–10am.

First Saturdays.331 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown.973-539-3114. Rrsci.org.

“I Am That I Am” Guided Meditation and Practice—8:30–9:30am. Saturdays. With Rev. Sue Freeman. $15. RSVP 908-879-3937. TheArtoftheHeartChester.com The Art of the Heart, 44 Main St., Chester.

Prenatal Yoga—9–10am. A beautiful class designed especially for expectant mothers to learn how to breathe, relax, stretch, and connect with the precious life within. The School of Royal Yoga, 57 Main St., Chester. 908-879-9648. TheRoyalPathwaysInc.com.

Monthly Kirtan w/ Raghavendra & Tara— 7–9pm. Second Fridays. Bring your open heart to join us in chanting names of the Divine. Chants sheet & Chai provided. $5 donation at the door. Karuna Shala Yoga & Ayurveda, 10 Herman St., Glen Ridge.

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Yoga—9:00–10:00am. Gentle poses that focus on movements with the breath. $10. Please bring your own yoga mat. Chambers Center for Well Being, 435 South Street, Suite 160, Morristown, NJ. 973-971-6301.

Healing Sanctuary—7pm. Third Fridays. Experience an evening of quiet meditation and healing. Open to all. Free. St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 127 Broad St., Washington. 908-362-6360.

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Tasting Life Twice: A Monthly Writing Circle—9:30–11:30am. Come to one session, or come to all. $20 drop-in. Interweave, 31 Woodland Ave. (2nd Floor of Calvary Episcopal Church’s Parish Office), Summit.908-277-2120.Interweave.org.

Reiki Share—7–9pm Fridays. Join with other Reiki practitioners and experience working on others. Suggested donation $10-$15.Divine Inspirations Bookstore, 217 Franklin Ave., Nutley.973-562-5844.

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Free Spirits—10am–noon. Saturdays. For highly energy-sensitive children and teens. $20. Center for the Soul, 50 Main St., top floor, Chester. Call Debbie Carcuffe, 201-841-0358.

AA Meeting—7:30pm.St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 70 Maple Ave., Morristown. 973-538-0555.

Dances of Universal Peace—7:30–9pm First Fridays. Sacred circle dancing and joyous group singing. Interweave (Calvary) at the Unitarian Church, 31 Woodland Ave., Summit. $10.Interweave.org.

Evening of Prayer and Healing—7:30–9:30pm.

Third Fridays. Join the Universal Healing family to heal all life on this planet and in this solar system, galaxy and universe. Bring finger foods to share.

Growing Consciousness, 54 Canfield Rd., Morristown. Free. 973-292-5090.

A Course in Miracles—8pm every other Friday.

Contact June at 973-366-4455. Miracles-Course.org.

The Minstrel—8–11pm Fridays. Concert series.

Refreshments served. Admission $8; children 12 and under free. 973-335-9489. Morristown Unitarian Fellowship, 21 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown.

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Al-Anon Meeting—8–9:30pm Center for Practical Spirituality – Religious Science, 331 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown. 973-539-3114. Rsci.org.

saturday Adult Yoga—7:45am Saturdays. Drop-in, $25; 4 sessions, $75; 8 sessions, $130; New student 3 sessions, $45. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris,

Prenatal Yoga—9am–10:15pm.The Karuna Shala, 855 Bloomfield Ave., Suite 208, 2nd Floor, Glen Ridge.

Hatha 1 Yoga—12:15pm.Yoga for You, LLC, Olde Lafayette Village, Building J, Rtes. 15 & 94 intersection, Lafayette. 973-714-4462.

Children’s Yoga—12:30–1:15pm. 3-6 years. Children participate in Yoga poses, breathing and enjoy Yoga activities. Fun, light and positive. The School of Royal Yoga, 57 Main St., Chester. 908-879-9648.

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Integrated Yoga for Boys—1:15–2pm Saturdays.

Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294.

Swingin’ Tern—8–11pm.Beginners’ Workshop, 7:30pm.First and third Saturdays. Contra and square dancing to live music. $10 adults/$5 students with ID. The First Presbyterian Church, 14 Hanover Rd., East Hanover. 973-295-6864. FolkProject.org.

Crossroads Coffeehouse—8pm. Second Saturdays.

For more than 15 years, the Crossroads Coffee House movement has been bringing musical talent to local audiences for a great night of inexpensive entertainment in the Morris County area. Donations accepted.

Coffees, teas, desserts for sale. Crossroads Community Church, 104 Bartley Road, Flanders. 973-584-7149.

Coffee House—Second Saturdays. Call for time.

Performances by one or more musical groups, or open mic performances by singers, poets, and comedians. Modest entrance fee. Summit Unitarian Church, 4 Waldron Ave., Summit. 908-273-3245.

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Head2Toe Strength and Cardio—10–10:50am.A full-body workout with 8 stations in a complete circuit. Small class size to focus on your needs and goals.

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Upon entering the front door you will immediately know that this is no ordinary dental office, because that’s what most people say upon seeing it for the first time.

Among the practice’s notable patients are actresses, actors, astronauts, models and TV personalities. However most of the doctor’s patients are everyday people who just want to look their best.

Drs. Steiner, Fine and Kwiatkowski have focused their practice on those areas about which they are highly passionate. (After all you wouldn’t ask your family doctor to do heart surgery.) Those areas are Cosmetic Dentistry. Trained at the prestigious Las Vegas Institute for advanced dental studies, they have devoted over sixty combined years to perfecting their skills and have placed over 100,000 cosmetic restorations. Their main focus is on CoSMeT­ IC and FULL MoUTH reCoNSTrUCTIoN cases. This includes Implant Dentistry and Neuromuscular orthodontics, which can avoid unecessary removal of teeth. Many people do not realize that dental problems may be the cause of headaches, migraines, shoulder, back and neck pain, noisy jaw joints and pains in the TMJ. Drs. Steiner, Fine and Kwiatkowski pride themselves in having Morris County’s premier head, neck and jaw pain relief center. Their office also offers a “limited warranty” that provides free repair or replacement of restorative dental work, when a patient’s regular hygiene visits are maintained.

This kind of security could only be offered by truly World Class Dentists. This is why their motto is: “Experienced professionals make the difference.”

Aesthetic Family Dentistry is pleased to offer Gentle Laser Periodontal Therapy (GLPT) to treat moderate to advanced gum disease, a condition linked to other serious health issues including heart disease and diabetes. This gentle and less invasive superior state-of-the-art procedure eliminates the need for traditional surgery. oral DNA and HPV testing is also available to determine a patient’s periodontal health, as well as detect any possible genetic proclivity toward gum issues.

Aesthetic Family Dentistry, PA 35 West Main Street, Suite 208, Denville, NJ 07834

973-627-3617

Alan B. Steiner, DMD • Derek Fine, DMD • Jenni Kwiatkowski, DDS

www.AestheticFamilyDentistry.com