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JULY 2014 Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.
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id you know that New Jersey has 10,300 farms covering 730,000 acres and is ranked third in the nation as a producer of cranberries, bell peppers, and spinach? Truly a Garden State, we produce 100 kinds of fruits and vegetables and 40 varieties of wine. As residents, we have exciting options for selecting and purchasing food. Consider buying local – you will support your own health, your neighbors, the local economy and the environment. Eating fresh, organic, locally grown food is getting easier every year. You can find a farmers market in almost every town, and many restaurants are embracing the farm-to-table concept, using more and more locally sourced foods. Mainstream supermarkets have allocated additional space to local organic produce, and where local food in markets isn’t available, CSAs or direct home delivery usually is. As consumers, one adjustment we may want to make is learning to eat in season. While it’s great to have blueberries all year long, we shouldn’t forget that they may have been shipped in from across the country or from overseas. Blueberries in season from the farm down the road will be more flavorful and nutritious than imported ones. To know what’s in season you can check JerseyFresh.NJ.gov, or just visit a farm stand near you. A directory of area farmers markets was published in our June issue and can also be found online at NaturalAwakeningsNJ.com. In July, expect to see ripe blackberries, red raspberries, peaches, nectarines, plums, eggplant, okra, peppers, and tomatoes. Sweet Jersey corn should be ready to eat from early July through the end of August. To celebrate the International Year of Family Farmers, Natural Awakenings is spotlighting examples of inspirational farmers across the country. In “Stewards of Earth’s Bounty” on page 21, we hear from Dick and Diana Dyer, who realized their dream to become farmers at the age of 59; Tarrant Lanier, who established the Victory Teaching Farm; and five other outstanding farm stories. We also take a look at the controversy surrounding “Fracking Versus Food.” Regardless of your position on fracking for fuel, questions must be asked and answered about its impact on the safety and economics of our food supply. Enjoy the summer!
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he recently opened Robin’s Nest, at 52 Main Street, Unit 1, in Chester (nestled next to the Black River Candy Shoppe), offers a healthful and innovative cuisine that taps into the public’s increasing demand for healthier fare. Open from 7:30am to 6:00pm, seven days a week, its menu features made-to-order organic, gluten-free, and vegetarian/ vegan choices including an extensive selection of omelets, pancakes, assorted organic coffees, juices, smoothies, salads, and sandwiches and a catering option that offers a range of organic dinners to go. Owner Robin Taylor is no stranger to the restaurant business: Her face is a familiar one to borough residents through her eight years as bar manager of the Publick House Tavern and Inn. Her experience and desire to serve healthy, delicious food led to the birth of her newest venture, which distinguishes itself by offering fresh gourmet organic dinners to go, for those whose busy lives often preclude planning and cooking healthy meals. The NitroFlex Gym in Chester also offers Robin’s Nest products for sale. “Here at the Robin’s Nest, we are passionate about food and want our customers to feel as good as we do about eating organically, which is the best choice for a healthier body and mind. You are what you eat, and my desire is for my guests to have more energy and leave happy because they made a good choice. I truly believe that one of my purposes on this earth is to guide people on how to eat better and show my guests the benefits of eating healthy and juicing.”
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cientists from Thailand’s Chulalongkorn University have found that extracts from ginger and turmeric may help prevent DNA damage caused by the sun’s ultraviolet B (UVB) rays, a leading cause of melanoma and other skin cancers. Fifteen herbal extracts were created; each was applied to human keratinocytes, the predominant cell type in the outer layer of skin that can be damaged by the sun’s rays. The researchers measured the ability of each herb extract to absorb ultraviolet radiation and act as an antioxidant, neutralizing free radicals. Turmeric and ginger extracts absorbed a significant amount of UVB rays before they could damage the skin, according to the results, published in Photochemistry and Photobiology. Each was found to stimulate the synthesis of thioredoxin 1, an antioxidant protein that appears to protect keratinocytes from DNA damage and toxicity to living cells.
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onsuming dried plums, Prunus domestica, appears to reduce bone loss and may increase bone mass. Studying 236 post-menopausal women for one year, Florida State University researchers gave half of the women 100 grams of dried plums per day, while the other group received 100 grams of dried apples. Bone scans done at three, six and 12 months found significantly greater bone mineral density among the group that ate dried plums. A study from Oklahoma State University showed similar results with post-menopausal mice put on a diet supplemented with dried plums or other dried fruits for two months. Only the diet with dried plums prevented bone loss among the mice. Another study, published in the Journal of Nutrition, found increased bone mass among both elderly and adult male mice that ate a diet comprising 25 percent dried plums, while those that did not eat dried plums lost bone mass.
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rimal therapy had its beginnings in 1970 with Arthur Janov, through his book The Primal Scream. While the International Primal Association (IPA) appreciates Janov’s contribution, its members have moved away from the rigidity of some of his views. The IPA uses the term “primal integration” and describes its mission as follows: “When human beings function as an integrated whole, they easily display peacefulness, openness, joy, and clarity. . . . We believe that primal healing is usually essential to regain such wholeness.” Founded in 1973, the IPA offers a week-long summer convention/retreat, and this year’s retreat, held August 25 to 31, is at the rural Linwood MacDonald YMCA Camp and Conference Center, 1 Flatbrook Road, in Sandyston. Everyone is welcome to experience primal work and enjoy workshops, group work, and fun. Social workers who attend can earn CEUs. Primal integration is based on a natural phenomenon that has been recognized and used sporadically in the past. Briefly, it is a letting go of conscious controls of the body and emotions, which opens the unconscious to awareness. This allows healing insights to emerge. Primal integration practice taps into the works of Mesmer, Charcot, Liebeault, Janet, Breuer, Freud, Reich, Rank, Jung, Perls, Lake, Swartley, Farrant, Grof and Janov. To quote Arthur Janov, “A Primal experience is the reliving of those early life events during which the child turned off his primal needs and pains and developed a personality split and an unreal self.” There is a “knowing’ inside each of us about what we need to do to become more whole and actualize our potential. This “knowing” is part of the power within us all, the inner child, the spark of self that we need to acknowledge and nurture. There are various ways to get in touch with this source of inner strength; some are spontaneous and some are guided. In primal integration, we learn to “trust the process,” and eventually to trust our own inner wisdom to guide us on our journey. A primal can be described as a feeling experience that may start with a here-and-now distress, such as being upset and angry with an authority figure. As clients are encouraged to express feelings of anger, resentment, stress, etc., they may find the feelings really taking over. There usually is a sense of giving oneself permission to “go with it.” In the process, there may be a flash or vision from the past. In this case, it NaturalAwakeningsNJ.com
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healthbriefs Ashwagandha Herb Mutes Bipolar Disorder, Lowers Stress
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he ancient ayurvedic herb ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) shows promise in reducing the symptoms of bipolar disorder, according to two recent studies. For eight weeks, scientists from the University of Pittsburgh’s Western Psychiatric Institute gave 500 milligrams per day of ashwagandha extract or a placebo to 53 patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder. The researchers used a series of bipolar tests to gauge cognition, response time, social cognition response and other processes. After the eight weeks, the group given ashwagandha showed significant improvements in auditory-verbal working memory, reaction time and social cognition. In a study published in the Indian Journal of Psychiatric Medicine, among a group of 64 men and women with chronic stress, after two months of ashwagandha treatment, standardized test scores revealed stress reduced by 44 percent, anxiety and insomnia by 68 percent and severe depression by 79 percent. Depression and anxiety are hallmarks of bipolar disorder.
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n a study published earlier this year in Pediatrics, researchers from Liverpool Women’s Hospital gave either a standard diet or that plus multivitamin and mineral supplementation intravenously to 150 preterm infants for 28 days after their birth. Supplemented babies had higher rates of growth, measured in weight, plus head circumference sizes that were between five and eight millimeters greater. The differences in head circumference remained nine months after the supplementation period ended.
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Sneak Attack on Dietary Supplements According to Scott Tips, president and legal counsel for the National Health Federation (NHF), harmonized global standards are enabling overall reduced vitamin and mineral levels in pill and food form. In February, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposed changes to both the current Nutrition Facts panel on food labels and Supplement Facts panel on dietary supplement labels that prompt concern. “While the food industry, media and general public focus on the proposed format changes, new wording and label design, there’s a danger to our health in the FDA harmonizing our Reference Daily Intake (RDI) of vitamin and mineral levels down to the extremely low levels of the Codex Alimentarius, which our organization has fought against for more than a decade,” advises Tips. Although a few RDIs have been raised, if the proposed rulemaking is adopted, the NHF anticipates that the FDA will work to conform other recommended nutrient values to those of Codex. Support for this projection is based on an October 11, 1995, FDA pronouncement in the Federal Register to harmonize its food laws with those of the rest of the world. The deadline for citizens to submit comments to the FDA ended on June 2, but we can still write to the Division of Dockets Management (HFA-305), Food and Drug Administration, 5360 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061, Rockville, MD 20852. Mention Docket No. FDA-2012-N-1210 and insist that the FDA cease pushing its harmonization agenda. For more information, visit Tinyurl.com/NHFCaseForNutrients.
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Training Programs Attract Young Farmers There’s little doubt that the nation needs more young farmers, because statistics from the U.S. Department of Agriculture show the average American farmer is 58 years old. Hope lies in farm incubators that equip young agrarians with the technical skills and the business savvy needed to compete in the fierce, burgeoning market for locally grown produce. At Kinsman Farm (KinsmanFarm.net), in Cleveland, the Ohio State University Extension gives would-be farmers quarter-acre starter plots and helps them develop business plans. Financial support is available, too. “The city of Cleveland recently received private funds to expand its Gardening for Greenbacks Program,” advises spokesperson Marie Barni. “Our urban farmers can now receive a $5,000 grant to help start their farming microenterprise.” Some city planners have voiced considerable skepticism about whether urban farms are an effective tool for creating jobs and rebuilding economies like Cleveland’s, but advocates point to other farm incubators in North Carolina, Oregon and Rhode Island, as well as in Kansas City, Kansas, Holyoke, Massachusetts, St. Louis, Missouri, and Seattle, Washington. In Chicago, students at the role model Windy City Harvest, coordinated by the Chicago Botanic Garden and the Richard J. Daley City College (ChicagoBotanic.org/ windycityharvest), engage in six months of hands-on horticulture training, and then a three-month paid internship with a farm or food justice organization. Source: Emagazine.com
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It Takes a Village to Feed the World Organizations worldwide are working to create a more sustainable and just food system. Food Tank lists 101 organizations to watch in 2014 (Tinyurl.com/FoodTank100). All are vital in creating a better food system. Here are a few examples. Food MythBusters is telling the real story of how food is produced through short films, showing that we can have a food system that is truly affordable, delicious, fair and good for the planet. Heifer International has been helping small farmers around the world practice better animal husbandry and develop more environmentally sustainable sources of food production for 70 years. Oxfam, a confederation of 17 organizations worldwide, helps find lasting solutions to poverty and injustice. Oxfam America’s recent Behind the Brands campaign highlights how favorite consumer brands bring hidden costs to farmers, food security and the environment. Real Food Challenge, started in 2008 mainly among students, aims to shift $1 billion of existing university food budgets from industrial farms and junk foods to community-based, fair, ecologically sound and humane food sources by 2020. Seed Savers Exchange is dedicated to saving and sharing organic, heirloom and non-GMO (genetically modified organism) seeds. 14
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More than half of the world’s population now resides in cities, and the United Nations projects that 5 billion people will call a city home by 2030. “We need to understand how cities are changing the ecology of the systems they are built on, and how plants and animals are adapting to them,” says Dieter Hochuli, a Ph.D. biologist who specializes in integrative ecology at the University of Sydney, in Australia. For the most part, plants and animals adapt to urban surroundings using traits that help them survive in their natural habitat, but some scientists predict the pressures of the city, especially pollution, may become so great that evolution may intervene. “We’ve created this whole new habitat that never used to exist here,” remarks Angela Moles, a University of New South Wales (Australia) plant biologist. “There will be some species living here that are not doing so well and there’ll be selection for individuals that can do better in an urban environment.” “We still have functioning ecosystems, they’re just different from what they were 200 years ago,” comments Hochuli. Some shifts will be irreversible. Source: The Sydney Morning Herald
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Monsanto Roundup Herbicide May Cause Gene-ocide The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has ruled to allow Roundup herbicide residues in food at concentrations a million times higher than levels already shown to be carcinogenic in cell research. Now a new study published in Free Radical Medicine & Biology adds to a growing body of research implicating the herbicide’s main ingredient, glyphosate, at concentration ranges well within the EPA “safe level” for food, in inhibiting male infertility. Noting the research revealing Roundup’s toxicity to the germ line (sperm and egg) of animal species, the argument can be made that this chemical has contraceptive properties and therefore, genocidal consequences. By directly affecting the biologically immortal cells within the testes that contain DNA with more than 3 billion years worth of information essential for the future of the human species, Roundup could even be considered an instrument of mass destruction. Minimally, the precautionary principle should be applied that any chemical with the potential to disrupt or destroy our species’ reproductive cells should be banned unless the manufacturer can prove its safety beyond a reasonable doubt. Source: GreenMedInfo.com
Seabirds’ Significance
Complex Interactions Help Cool the Planet Top predator species of the Southern Ocean, far-ranging seabirds, are tied to the health of the ecosystem and to global climate regulation through a mutual relationship with phytoplankton, according to a study from the University of California-Davis, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. When phytoplankton are eaten by grazing crustaceans called krill, they release a chemical signal that attracts krill-eating birds. The chemical signal, dimethyl sulfide (DMS), forms sulfur compounds in the atmosphere that also promote cloud formation and help cool the planet. Seabirds consuming the krill then fertilize the phytoplankton with iron, which is scarce in oceans. “The data is really striking,” says Gabrielle Nevitt, Ph.D., a professor of neurobiology, physiology and behavior at the university, who co-authored the paper. “This suggests that top marine predators are important in climate regulation, although they are mostly left out of climate models. More attention should be focused on how ecological systems impact climate. Studying DMS as a signal molecule makes the connection.” Source: Environmental News Network (enn.com)
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Vermont Demands GMO Labeling Vermont Senator David Zuckerman and Representative Carolyn Partridge spearheaded efforts for the state to pass the nation’s first unrestricted mandatory labeling bill for genetically modified organisms (GMO). The state legislature’s collective efforts, lasting more than a decade, led to an unprecedented, game-changing new law signed by Governor Peter Shumlin on April 23. The state expects legal challenges by big biotech manufacturers and marketers, and has proactively set aside $10 million for legal fees. Starting July 1, 2016, products sold in Vermont that contain more than 0.9 percent GMO content contamination will require a statement on the label indicating that genetic engineering was used. Products that contain GMOs and are labeled cannot also label their products as “natural”. The bill, however, does not apply to labels for milk, eggs and meat from animals fed GMOs.
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iguring out how to lose weight these days is a lot like being Lieutenant Daniel Kaffee interrogating Colonel Jessep in the movie A Few Good Men. Reacting to Kaffee’s questions on the witness stand, Jessep angrily replies, “You want answers? You want the truth? You can’t handle the truth!” The evidence suggests that this inability to grasp the truth exists for many of us trying to shed pounds. In 1990, the obesity rate among Americans was 14 percent. Today, that number is a whopping 35 percent, even with more weight-loss plans and programs than ever before. Could it be that some weight-loss programs are actually contributing to this epidemic? And how do we know if a weight-loss program is any good in the first place? The answers to these questions can empower you with the knowledge to choose the best plan for you. If we accept the premise that weight loss (and we should be talking about fat loss, shouldn’t we?) is entirely a matter of caloric restriction, then our weight-loss industry is doing a fabulous job and should be praised. However, if we take the view that weight loss
is more complex than “calories in, calories out” and it involves correcting imbalances in our hormonal system, cleansing organs and cells of dangerous chemical toxins, and restoring the body’s ability to properly use and store energy, then we must conclude that the weight-loss industry is not only failing us but also contributing to the obesity epidemic. How do you know if your weightloss regimen is working? Here are some important questions to ask yourself in evaluating your program.
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Does your program address the reason(s) why you are overweight?
Have you ever met anyone who eats everything in sight and refuses to exercise, yet never gains a pound? How about someone who counts every calorie and works out constantly, yet is fat? Weight is not always all about food! The gasoline is only as good as the engine it’s going into, and no two “engines” are exactly alike. Your program should be customized for you. Perhaps your metabolism is slow or your digestive system will not allow you to absorb
important nutrients. Maybe your hormonal system keeps insisting you store fat when what you want to do is burn it off. A one-size-fits-all approach will never address all of your individual needs, which is why it’s important to know exactly what your individual needs are.
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Does your program use some kind of objective testing?
There is no reason to guess or assume when it comes to weight loss. Think about it. Every other field of endeavor in this information age is driven by data. Your doctor performs extensive tests before arriving at a diagnosis and treatment plan. So does your lawn guy. Information is the key to understanding, and the more accurate and complete it is, the better your chance for a successful outcome.
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Is your weight-loss program fast?
Now I know this consideration flies in the face of everything we’ve been taught about how one is “supposed” to lose weight, but in recent studies, fast weight loss has been proven to have better long-term outcomes than slow weight loss (New England Journal of Medicine, January 31, 2013). Let’s face it: Nothing kills enthusiasm for losing
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rom epidemic childhood obesity and rising rates of autism and food allergies to the growing risks of pesticides and climate change, we have many reasons to be concerned about the American food system. Fortunately, many heroes among us—family farmers, community gardeners, visionaries and activists—are striving to create a safer and healthier environment now that will benefit future generations. Recognizing and celebrating their stellar Earth stewardship in this 2014 International Year of Family Farmers, Natural Awakenings is spotlighting examples of the current crop of heroes
providing inspiration and hope. They are changing America’s landscape and the way we think about the ability of good food to feed the future well. Doug Crabtree and Anna JonesCrabtree, of Vilicus Farms, in Havre, Montana, are reviving crop biodiversity and pollinator habitat on their organic farm in northern Montana. “We strive to farm in a manner that works in concert with nature,” Doug explains. The couple’s actions live up to their farm’s Latin name, which means “steward”. They grow 15 nourishing crops on 1,200 acres, including flax,
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Tarrant Lanier, of the Center for Family and Community Development (CFCD) and Victory Teaching Farm, in Mobile, Alabama, wants all children to grow up in safe communities with access to plenty
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registered dietitian, welcomes dietetic students to the 480-acre farm to learn where food comes from and how to grow it without the pesticides that contribute to farmers’ higher risk for certain cancers. “We must know the true cost of cheap food,” she insists. Most recently, they planted an organic orchard in memory of their son, Joraan, who died of cancer in 2010 at the age of 23. Joraan’s orchard is home to thriving, health-supporting apple, apricot, cherry and plum trees, plus native aronia berries. It also injects fresh life into the community. Each spring, the Forbords celebrate their son’s birthday by “waking up” his orchard. His mother explains: “People of all ages gather—an assortment of our friends, Joraan’s friends and their growing families, neighbors, relatives, co-workers, students and others—to keep his legacy growing. The incredible community support keeps us going.”
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Klaas and Mary-Howell Martens, of Lakeview Organic Grain, in Penn Yan, New York, grow a variety of grains, including wheat, spelt, barley, oats and triticale, plus peas, dark red kidney beans and edamame soybeans, along with raising livestock on about 1,400 acres. Their family farm philosophy entails looking at the world through a lens of abundance, rather than scarcity, and working in cooperation with their neighbors instead of in competition. The result has been a groundswell of thriving organic farmers and a renewed sense of community and economic strength throughout their region. The Martens switched to organic farming after Klaas experienced partial paralysis due to exposure to pesticides, compounded by concern for the health of their three children. Because the Martens work in alliance with nature, they’ve learned to ask a unique set of questions. For example, when Klaas sees a weed, he doesn’t ask, “What can we spray to kill it?” but, “What was the environment that allowed the weed to grow?”
Anne Mosness, in Bellingham, Washington, began fishing for wild salmon with her father during one summer after college. The experience ignited a sense of adventure that led her back to Alaska for nearly three decades, as a crew member and then a captain in the Copper River and Bristol Bay fisheries. During that time, Mosness became a passionate advocate for protecting coastal communities and ecosystems. “Like farm families on land, fishing families face many risks and uncertainties,” but she believes, “political forces may be even more damaging to our livelihoods and wild fish.” For example, “We are replicating some of the worst practices of factory farming on land in our marine environment with diseases, parasites and voluminous amounts of pollution flushing into our coastal waters,” explains Mosness. She’s also concerned about the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s potential approval of genetically engineered (GMO) fish without adequate health and environmental assessments, and she works to support GMO labeling so consumers can make informed choices in the marketplace. Melinda Hemmelgarn, aka the “food sleuth,” is a registered dietitian and award-winning writer and radio host at KOPN.org, in Columbia, MO (FoodSleuth@gmail.com). She advocates for organic farmers at Enduring-Image.blogspot.com.
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hether urban or rural, children in our state average 4.5 minutes outdoors and four hours in front of a screen every day,” says Barbara Erickson, president of The Trustees of Reservations conservation nonprofit, in Sharon, Massachusetts. One way to disconnect kids from electronics is to go camping. Such educational, fresh air exercise is inclusive and inexpensive. David Finch, superintendent of the Dunes Edge Campground, in Provincetown, Massachusetts, suggests borrowed gear for the first outing. A backyard campout can be a rewarding trial run; each child can ask a friend to stay over and a parent and the family dog can participate. Once kids have the hang of sleeping somewhere outside their own bedroom, consider an overnight program at a local or regional zoo. Kids get a kick out of watching the animals and learning about their behaviors, diets and habitats. The Toledo Zoo, in Ohio, offers Snooze at the Zoo, including a pizza dinner, breakfast and admission the next day. Children sleep near one of the exhibits or in a safari tent. The program teaches
animal adaptations, food chains and ecosystems and meets requirements for scout badges in a fun setting. The Irvine Nature Center, in Owings Mills, Maryland, near Baltimore, offers a rich outdoor experience. Organizers provide food, activities and camping equipment. Children first attend a fire safety class, and then help cook a meal and make s’mores. At night, participants learn how to mimic owl hoots and practice their new skills, often receiving hoots in return. Night walks sometimes include sightings of deer, bats or flying squirrels, while morning walks showcase groundhogs and birds. Jean Gazis, with the women’s and girls’ rights nonprofit Legal Momentum, in Brooklyn, New York, observes, “It’s easier to camp with small, even tiny, children, than with older kids. Babies are portable.” She recalls taking her 7-week-old infant along and nostalgically comments, “Now that the kids are 11 and 14, they don’t have as much free time.” Drive-up camping in a state park that offers facilities and planned activities sets up a good time. Gazis feels that
a destination four hours away is the limit for car trips with small children. She advises giving everyone duties. “My young son once had a great time digging a ditch around the tent when it began to rain,” she recalls. “He kept the sleeping bags dry and got to play in the mud.” Jeff Alt, of Cincinnati, Ohio, author of Get Your Kids Hiking, suggests, “Start them young and keep it fun. Get the kids involved in the planning. My kids have gone along since they were born. We stayed at a lodge when they were small because little trekkers have a lot of gear. During the day we were out in the park exploring, always keeping in mind that kids tire out fast.” His mandatory equipment includes good walking shoes, sunscreen and bug spray. Adhering to such rules as never leave the
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trail or wander off and don’t pick flowers or touch animals is non-negotiable. Stephanie Wear, a biologist for The Nature Conservancy, working in Beaufort, South Carolina, has found that it’s easy to make the experience lively. “We like to do observational scavenger hunts—find the flower, the mushroom or the tree that looks like a picture and make a list of what you see. Getting out in nature sharpens observation skills, boosts creativity and improves physical and mental health,” she says. Wear notes that her kids have listed 70 forms of life in the family’s backyard alone. Visit a local park or NatureRocks.org to take part in more activities and explore different locations. “Nature presents a great parenting tool,” she remarks. Summertime camping helps every member of the family unplug, unwind and wander along new paths. Avery Mack is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect via AveryMack@mindspring.com.
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If family members enjoy their initial camping experiences, it’s time to invest in gear. Goodwill Industries and other thrift stores may have some items, although finding what’s needed will be a hit-or-miss endeavor. Note that sleeping bags at thrifts will most likely be for indoor use only—not waterproofed or suitable for colder weather. Military surplus stores are a better bet. Check these sites for bargains or discounted prices: Tinyurl.com/BargainOutfitters Cabelas.com Campmor.com
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e all know hard-charging young men that have their foot planted firmly on the accelerator. They claim that easing off would damage their career and be an admission of failure. They are wrong. Those enjoying early successes can grow up overstressed by trying to stay on the fast track at any cost. These alpha boys are doing what they think others want them to do. In many cases, they are influenced by subtle and overt pressures from parents, peers and celebrity lifestyles, as well as advertising and video games. As a consequence, these men, obsessed with superficial goals, are emotionally stunted, controlling and unable to form long-term relationships. The good news is that if they can recognize these symptoms and want to change, they may be ready to mature into an alpha wolf, a whole different kind of man. An essential catalyst for this change usually comes from experiencing personal wounding: being overlooked for a promotion, feeling redundant, losing a friend or status or perhaps sacrificing a former identity to parenthood. Ultimately, the true test is how he faces such failure and deals with his emotions without labeling himself as weak. The hallmark of mature manhood is how a guy acknowledges his diminishment, not how he manages success. When he stops hiding from himself, signs of his emerging as a mature hero, an alpha wolf, will appear. He’ll recognize that he makes mistakes, absorb and acknowledge his vulnerability, admit he doesn’t know all the answers and become comfortable with this loss of control. These are the lessons a man must learn to become a more realistic, whole and three-dimensional individual. How he reacts to setbacks and takes responsibility for his actions
molds character and helps him take his rightful place in society, rather than a false position. Instead of being obsessed by competing for things and oneupmanship in the material world like an alpha boy, the alpha wolf grows up by adding strong spirituality and compassion to his life skills. He sees the bigger picture, and by viewing people as friends rather than rivals, is better able to forge mature, loving relationships and be a better father. Our sons need to be exposed to emotionally intelligent role models and discussions of attendant values and traits. It’s not a simple or easy path, but it’s an essential process for boys and men that benefits them and everyone in their lives. Nick Clements is an inspirational speaker, workshop leader and author of a trilogy of books on male spirituality and rites of passage, including his recent novel, The Alpha Wolf, A Tale About the Modern Male. He also blogs on masculinity at HuffingtonPost.co.uk/nick-clements. Learn more at Nick-Clements.com.
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moothies offer big nutrition in a small package. Based on a vegan source of lean protein like coconut milk or yogurt, soy, chia seeds or a vegan protein powder made from dried beans or hemp, they can energize us for a full day of summer activities.
Other ingredients follow the peak of summer crops. Berries, greens, melon, tomatoes, avocado, cucumber, celery, carrots and stone fruits like peaches and mangoes add antioxidants, fiber, vitamins and minerals. A tablespoon or two of milled flax seeds,
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hemp or nut butter adds richness to the flavor, while providing omega-3 fatty acids necessary for complete nutrition. For the finale, add a touch of sweetness from fruits, maple syrup, agave nectar or stevia. The best way to mix a smoothie is to start with either a liquid or an ingredient with a thicker consistency, like yogurt, placed in a standard or high-speed performance blender. Next, add the desired fruits or vegetables and flavorings, followed by ice. Start on a slower speed, holding down the lid tightly, before increasing the speed to achieve a velvety texture. If the smoothie is too thin, add more frozen fruit or ice. Freezing the fruits first and then blending them into a smoothie can substitute for ice. Peeling bananas before freezing them makes smoothie-making easier. Freezing the fruits in recipe-size portions also simplifies the process. Smooth-fleshed fruits like mangoes, papayas, bananas, ripe peaches and nectarines blend more easily to a silky finish than do fresh berries. Tender, baby greens such as spinach, kale or chard virtually disappear within a smoothie; if using mature, rather than baby greens, cut out the stems unless the blender is extremely powerful. Blending enough ingredients for two smoothies can yield a leftover serving to store in a reusable glass jar in the refrigerator. To reactivate the full taste later, just turn over the jar and give it a good shake to re-blend the ingredients. Spirulina (made from a microsaltwater plant) and wheatgrass juice and powder are some popular smoothie additions. Milled flax seeds add healthy fat, but their water-soluble fiber also adds a little bulk; although the texture difference isn’t noticeable if the smoothie is enjoyed right away, it will be apparent if it sits for 20 minutes or more. With the whir of a blender—and no cooking—summer’s tastiest bounty transforms into at-home or on-the-go beverages to revive, replenish and renew us so we’re ready for our next adventure. Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFoodAnd Lifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.
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Yields 2 servings ¼ cup cranberry juice 1 cup pitted sweet black cherries ½ cup raspberries 1 /3 cup plain soy or coconut yogurt 4 ice cubes Combine all ingredients and blend from low to high speed until smooth.
Mango Lassi Yields 2 servings ¾ cup vanilla soy, almond or coconut milk ¼ cup vanilla soy, almond or coconut milk yogurt ¾ tsp vanilla extract 1½ cups chopped fresh mango, frozen ½ tsp ground cardamom Agave nectar to taste Ground pistachios for garnish Combine the milk, yogurt, vanilla extract, mango and cardamom and blend using low to high speeds until smooth. Add agave nectar to taste and blend again. Sprinkle ground pistachios over each serving.
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½ cup apple juice 2 cups stemmed and chopped baby spinach, Swiss chard or kale 1 apple, unpeeled, cored and chopped ½ avocado, peeled and chopped ½ cup cilantro leaves 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice 1 Tbsp matcha (fine green tea powder) 1 Tbsp milled flax seeds ¼ cup vegan protein powder Combine all ingredients and blend from low to high speed until smooth.
Yields 2 servings 1 cup apple juice 1 cup sliced sweet apple ¼ cup applesauce ½ cup sliced carrots ½ cup cucumber, peeled and sliced 2 cups ice Dash of nutmeg or cinnamon (optional) Combine all ingredients and blend from low to high speed until smooth.
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Carob, the fruit of the Ceratonia siliqua tree, is rich in natural sugars, vitamins and minerals. Free of the stimulants caffeine and theobromine found in chocolate, it’s safe for dogs and its vitamin E supports skin health. Recent research published in the Iraqi Postgraduate Medical Journal shows that carob also has natural antibacterial properties.
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Chia
Chia seeds contain more healthy omega-3 fats and fiber than flax or other grain seeds and are a good source of protein and antioxidants, notes Patrick Skerrett, executive editor of Harvard Health Publications. They are abundant in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), a plantbased form of omega-3, which combats skin inflammation and improves the skin’s texture and softness, says holistic nutritionist Melissa Diane Smith, of Tucson, Arizona.
Eggs
Eggs are nutritional powerhouses containing the most bioavailable protein for dogs. Eggs have vitamin A, which promotes cell turnover. Their zinc further supports protein synthesis and cell division, necessary for wound healing, the formation of connective tissue and skin health, according to the National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements. Egg yolks provide a valuable source of biotin, effective in treating dry skin, seborrhea and itching associated with skin allergies, reports PetEducation.com, a website of veterinarians Dr. Race Foster and Dr. Marty 30
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Smith, owners of Foster and Smith, Inc. Avoid raw eggs, as they contain avidin, which interferes with the metabolism of biotin, fats, glucose and amino acids, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
Almonds
Almonds contain the entire vitamin E family of tocopherols and tocotrienols. “Deficiency of vitamin E has been implicated in the development of certain dermatological disorders in dogs,” counsels Lee Russell McDowell, Ph.D., in Vitamins in Animal and Human Nutrition. Almonds are also an excellent source of B vitamins, copper, manganese, magnesium, zinc and bioflavonoids, with a trace of omega-3. While safe in small quantities for larger dogs, whole almonds are not easily digested and can upset the stomach and create intestinal distress. Almonds are easily ground into a powder using a blender, and almond meal is also available at many grocery stores.
Coconut
Renowned herbalist Juliette de Bairacli Levy pioneered the use of coconut in natural diets for companion animals. Raw coconut contains medium-chain, saturated fats that transform into energy and can decrease bacterial growth, irritation and inflammation, according to
A fortifying cereal low in starch and high in mineral content, especially potassium and phosphorus, oats also harbor calcium, magnesium, B vitamins and iron. The grain’s primary benefit to skin and coat is its soluble fiber content, which also helps a dog’s gastrointestinal system to remove toxins.
Liver
Liver from grass-fed animals enhances healthy skin. Nutrients include calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, iron, zinc, copper, vitamins A, C, D, E and eight B vitamins, including thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, folic acid and biotin.
Wild Salmon
Cooked wild salmon is ripe with omega-3 fatty acids, which along with benefiting the skin and coat, appear to boost the immune system, and may assist dogs with allergies, according to the article “10 ‘People’ Foods for Dogs,” by Elizabeth Pask and Laura Scott.
Cranberries
Cranberries contain a variety of bioactive components, including proanthocyanidins and anthocyanin antioxidants, plus the phytochemical ellagic acid. “Animal experiments show that supplementation with anthocyanins effectively prevents inflammation and subsequent blood vessel damage,” explains Northern California Registered Dietitian Marilyn Sterling, who also points to NaturalAwakeningsNJ.com
myriad studies of the antioxidant power of proanthocyanidins. According to the American Institute of Cancer Research, ellagic acid can prevent skin cancers. The 16th-century herbalist Henry Lyte documented their use in treating skin wounds and eczema.
Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes can be considered a skin superfood, because they hold a
high level of betacarotene (a precursor form of vitamin A) and are a good source of vitamin E. Their vitamin C content, which increases with cooking, facilitates collagen production, contributes to photoprotection, decreases photodamage and supports wound healing, according to a report by Alexander J. Michels, Ph.D., of the Oregon State University Linus Pauling Institute.
Cooked Liver Paté
Chow Down Try to use organic ingredients whenever possible for all of these recipes.
Raw Liver Paté ½ lb liver (chicken or bison) 2 eggs 1 tsp sea salt or kelp 1 Tbsp olive oil Whirl all ingredients together in a food processor or blender until smooth. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Use as a topper for regular meals.
Chia Coconut Crunch
1½ cups rolled oats 1 tsp baking powder ½ cup coconut flour 1½ Tbsp chia seeds ¼ cup coconut oil 1 cup almond butter 2 whole eggs 1 tsp pure vanilla ¼ cup carob chips Preheat oven to 350 F. Cover a large cookie sheet with parchment paper. Combine all ingredients except carob chips. After ingredients are well incorporated, add carob chips. Form small balls of dough with hands, place on cookie sheet and lightly flatten each ball with the back of a fork. Bake for 10 minutes in preheated oven. Cool completely before serving. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container or bag.
Suzi Beber is the founder of The Smiling Blue Skies Cancer Fund via Canada’s University of Guelph Veterinary College and Teaching Hospital Pet Trust. She also contributes to Animal Wellness magazine, from which this article was adapted and used with permission.
Same ingredients as liver paté. Hard boil the eggs and set aside. Lightly sauté liver in a pan with the olive oil, sea salt and kelp. Cook until pink is gone. Cool and then combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender until smooth. Serve and store as indicated above.
Oats ‘n Egg Scramble 2 eggs, whisked ½ cup rolled oats ¼ cup goat’s milk Olive oil Combine ingredients in a mediumsized bowl; let sit for 10 miutes. Lightly coat a pan with olive oil, add bowl contents and then scramble like regular eggs. Cool before serving as a topping to a dog’s regular meal. Source: Recipes courtesy of Suzi Beber.
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Essential Oils for Summer
Almost all essential oils are so strong that they must be diluted before use to prevent skin irritation. Use coldpressed oils and mix 10 to 15 drops of essential oil per ounce of carrier substance. Some of the best carriers are almond oil, aloe vera gel, apricot oil, cocoa butter, glycerin, jojoba oil and olive oil.
Healing Fragrances for Bites, Allergies and Sunburn by Kathleen Barnes
A breath of sweet lavender oil can quickly reduce stress. A whiff of lemon oil can energize us.
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ssential oils are not magic or folklore. There is solid science behind them,” says Elizabeth Jones, founder of the College of Botanical Healing Arts, in Santa Cruz, California. Here’s what happens after inhaling lavender, the most popular of all essential oils: The cilia—microscopic cellular fibers in the nose—transport the aroma to the olfactory bulb at the bottom of the brain, from where it proceeds to the limbic brain and directly affects the nerves, delivering a soothing effect. “Or put it on your skin and other properties of essential oils are absorbed straight into the bloodstream,” advises Jones, author of Awaken to Healing Fragrance. Thai studies show that a whiff of lavender oil is calming and lowers blood pressure and heart rate, yet there are many more benefits attributed to the art and science of aromatherapy and essential oils. For those struggling with summer maladies, here are several simple solutions essential oils can provide.
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Tea tree oil (melaleuca) is tops, because it contains terpenes that kill staphylococcus and other nasty bacteria and works to prevent infection, according to a meta-analysis from the University of Western Australia. The researchers further suggest that tea tree oil may be used in some cases instead of antibiotics. Oregano and eucalyptus oils are likewise acknowledged for their natural abilities to eliminate infection-causing bacteria, fungi and viruses. “Blend all three for a synergistic effect,” says aromatherapy expert Robert Tisserand (RobertTisserand.com), of Ojai, California. “They sort of leapfrog over each other to penetrate the skin and cell walls.”
Sunburn, Bug Bites and Poison Ivy
relief and moisture, suggests Jones. Undiluted lavender is also a great remedy for insect bites, says Tisserand. “You can stop the pain of a bee sting in 20 seconds with a few drops.” Chamomile, either the German or Roman variety, helps with rashes, according to Jones, especially when mixed with her summertime favorite, aloe vera gel. She recommends mugwort oil for poison oak or poison ivy, a benefit affirmed by animal research from the Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine’s Herbal Medicine Formulation Research Group.
Allergy Relief
During hay fever season, several aromatherapy oils from a diffuser can offer relief, counsels Tisserand. He recommends eucalyptus, geranium and lavender oils, all of which contain antihistamines. Use them separately or blended. When using a diffuser, it’s not necessary to put the oils into a diluting carrier oil or gel. He notes that a steam tent containing 10 drops of each of the three oils mixed with two cups of boiling water is highly effective.
Sprains, Strains and Joint Pain
A small amount of undiluted lavender oil will cool sunburn fast, advises Tisserand. Add a few drops to a dollop of cooling aloe vera gel for extra
Lessen inflammation and the pain from tendon and muscle sprains and strains with rosemary or peppermint, adding a dash of ginger for additional benefit, says Tisserand. He recommends rubbing the oils (diluted in a carrier) directly on the sore spot.
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Fracking Versus Food America’s Family Farm
Heritage and Health at Stake by Harriet Shugarman
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hat if farmers couldn’t confirm that what they grow and produce was devoid of toxins, cancer-causing chemicals, radioactive materials and other pollutants? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and other federal and state agencies set standards and enforce regulations to ensure what we eat is safe and that production is secure. But hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, and its accompanying infrastructure threaten this. Questions must be raised and answered before the safety of our food supply is permanently impacted.
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n No federal funding exists for researching the impacts of chemical contamination from oil and gas drilling and infrastructure on food and food production. n No public tests are required for what contaminants to look for because many of the 500-plus chemicals used in the fracking process are categorized as proprietary. n Minimal-to-no baseline analysis is being done on air, water and soil conditions before oil and gas companies come into a new area. n No commonly agreed distances are lawfully required between farms, farmlands, rivers, streams and water supplies in relation to oil and gas wells and their infrastructure.
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What To Do 4 Support local, county and state bans on fracking operations and waste disposal. 4 Learn about local farmers’ situations and make them aware of factors to consider. 4 Support local farmers and food producers. megalithic agribusinesses and push farming families into unsustainable choices. Standard drilling leases rarely provide broad protections for farmers and can even eliminate their input on where roads are created and fracking machinery is installed on their property, all of which can hamper normal farming. In Pennsylvania, where fracking is commonplace, thousands of diesel trucks drive by working farms daily, compounding problems already associated with 24/7 vibrations, noises, emissions and light pollution, stressing both humans and farm animals. In New York, Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Ohio, farmers that have or are near such leased land are finding it increasingly difficult to obtain mortgages, re-mortgage property and acquire or renew insurance policies. Caught up in a vicious cycle, some farmers feel forced to abandon their farms, thus opening up more land to oil and gas companies. “Fracking is turning many rural environments into industrial zones,” observes Jennifer Clark, owner of Eminence Road Farm Winery, in New York’s Delaware County. She notes that we often hear a lot about the jobs fracking might create, but we hear little about the agricultural jobs being lost or the destruction of a way of life that has been integral to America’s landscape for generations. Asha Canalos, an organic blueberry and heirloom vegetable farmer in Orange County, New York, is among the leaders in the David versus Goliath battle pitting farmers and community members against the Millennium Pipeline Company and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. On May 1, oral arguments were heard in the U.S. Court of Appeals. According to Canalos, “Our case could set a national precedent, with all the attending legal precedent, that will either empower other farmers and communities like ours and Minisink or will do the opposite.” In January 2013, more then 150 New York chefs and food professionals sent a letter to Governor Mario Cuomo calling for a ban on fracking in their state. As of December 2013, more then 250 chefs have signed on to the Chefs for the Marcellus campaign, which created the petition. In April 2014, Connecticut chefs entered the fray by launching their own petition to ban the acceptance of fracking waste in Connecticut. In California this past February, farmers and chefs banded together to present Governor Jerry Brown with a petition calling for a moratorium on fracking, stating that fracking wastes huge amounts of water. The previous month, California had declared a statewide drought emergency, and by April, Brown had issued an executive order to strengthen the NaturalAwakeningsNJ.com
Information Is Power Center for Environmental Health, CEH.org Chefs for the Marcellus, ChefsForMarcellus.org The Endocrine Disruptor Exchange, Tinyurl.com/EndocrineDisruptingChemicals Food Not Fracking, FoodNotFracking.org GRACE Communications Foundation, GraceLinks.org/1305/natural-gas-fracking Love NY: Don’t Frack It Up, LoveNYDontFrackItUp.org Minisink Matters, MinisinkMatters.org state’s ability to manage water. Ironically, existing California regulations don’t restrict water use by industrial processes, including fracking, which uses and permanently removes tremendous amounts of water from the water cycle. To date, fracking in California operates with little state regulation. It’s past due for a “time out” on oil and gas production and infrastructure development. Every citizen needs to think carefully and thoughtfully about what’s at stake as outside interests rush to use extreme forms of energy extraction to squeeze the last drops of fossil fuels from our Mother Earth. Activist Harriet Shugarman, a veteran economist and policy analyst and former representative for the International Monetary Fund at the United Nations, currently chairs regional environmental committees and works with national, state and local organizations seeking pro-environmental legislation.
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habitats as an investment. he ocean is my bliss. Be a hero, Semiannual walking My job lets me do what I love and call take pollution beach cleanups, an Oregon it work,” says Andrea Neal, down to zero. tradition for 30 years, have removed 2.8 million pounds Ph.D., founder and CEO ~ National Park of trash, largely comprising of Blue Ocean Sciences, a Service cigarette butts, fishing ropes scientific collaboration seekand plastic bottles. Unusual ing healthy water solutions, items include telephone poles and a in Ojai, California. “When I surf, I’m 200-pound Styrofoam block. In the 2014 in sync with water and air at the same spring campaign, 4,800 volunteers that time.” One time during a Scandinavian treasure coastal recreational activities snowfall, she donned a wet suit to ride removed an estimated 24 tons of litter eight-foot waves; after splashdown, she and marine debris (solv.org). What West emerged with ice-tipped eyelashes and Coasters see can also show up in Japan a huge grin. “I’ve never been so cold, and vice versa, so coordinated cleanup but it was glorious!” efforts benefit outdoor enthusiasts in Neal likens scuba diving to enterboth countries. ing another world, revealing nature’s Lake Tahoe, on the California/ undersea glories. “Crabs sneak a peek Nevada border, beckons paddleboard, and you’re face-to-face with fish. Sea raft, canoe and kayak aficionados. Last lions want to play,” she says. “I’ve also year, volunteers for the Great Sierra had great white sharks cruise by and River Cleanup, a Sierra Nevada Congive me an intimidating nudge.” servancy project, finessed the condition It’s not just sharks and extreme weather that swimmers, divers and water- of this recreational site by picking up a craft enthusiasts worry about these days— ton of trash in and near the water and it’s trash, too. The most basic requirement were able to recycle 600 pounds of it (Tinyurl.com/SierraRiverCleanup). for safe water sports is clean water. PlasDesert winds, combined with flat tics, paper and other debris, ranging from landscapes, blow Las Vegas debris into microscopic toxins to everyday garbage, Nevada’s Lake Mead. Operation Zero – pose life-threatening hazards to human and marine life. “I want my kids and their Citizens Removing and Eliminating Waste, ferries volunteers to a cove accessible kids to share in what I’ve experienced,” only by boat to clean and enjoy the area exclaims Neal, part of the global scien(Tinyurl.com/LakeMeadOperationZero). tific community redefining clean water NaturalAwakeningsNJ.com
“In the spring, when waters are high, Rivers for Change sponsors paddling races and other California river events to highlight the importance of clean water. Starting in September and continuing through the winter months, they partner with water use organizations and land trusts to help clean up waterways like the Sacramento River.” ~ Matt Palmarillo, California 100 event director, RiversForChange.org The improved natural environment attracts visitors to the lake to try new sports like wakesurfing, riding the water behind a wave-producing boat by dropping the tow line once waves form. The more adventurous go
wakeboarding, which combines water skiing, snowboarding and surfing skills as the rider becomes airborne between waves. The more advanced sport of waterskating requires more stylish skateboarder moves. Further inland, Adopt-a-Beach volunteers help keep the Great Lakes clean. More than a beach sweep, volunteers regularly monitor litter throughout the year and perform a complete beach health assessment on each visit. The eight Great Lakes border states—Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin—benefit from teams of volunteers continually working to improve beach health (GreatLakes.org/adoptabeach). Moving south, Project AWARE cleans up Iowa’s waterways, “one stretch of river, one piece of trash at a time” (Tinyurl.com/IowaAware). Stand up paddleboarding, kayaking and canoeing are popular river activities. Paddlers collect litter en route and leave it in designated bins at access points.
In Missouri, the Big River beckons. Jeff Briggs, an insurance adjustor in High Ridge, tubes the mile-plus stretch between dams at Rockford Beach Park and Byrnes Mill. “When we’re tubing, it’s just for enjoyment,” he says. “For a longer float, we take the jon boat so there’s space to stow trash.” Table Rock Lake, in southern Missouri, draws fishermen and water sports enthusiasts. Their WK Lewis Shoreline Cleanup has removed 179 tons of trash in 10 years. In 2013, 670 volunteers filled 11 dumpsters (Tinyurl. com/WK-Lewis-Cleanup). “It takes love and commitment, patience and persistence to keep cleaning up habitats,” says Wallace J. Nichols, Ph.D., co-founder of four grassroots water advocacy groups. “Clean water is important though, to sustain fit life on the planet.” Avery Mack is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect via AveryMack@ mindspring.com.
How Trash Impacts Marine Life by Avery Mack “No matter where you live, trash can travel from your hands to storm drains to streams and on to the sea. The problem of ocean trash is entirely preventable, and you can make a difference,” advises the Ocean Conservancy. The Ocean Trash Index provides information by state and country on how much and what kind of trash enters our waterways. Each fall, data is collected during the organization’s International Coastal Cleanup oneday campaign both on land and under water. About 10 million pounds of trash was collected worldwide in 2013; of that total, 3.5 million pounds, or nearly 35 percent, originated in the U.S. The most common offenses include discarded cigarette butts and filters, food wrappers, plastic bottles and bags, beverage caps and lids, cups, plates, utensils, straws and stirrers, glass bottles, aluminum cans and paper bags. All of it could have been recycled, including the cigarettes (see RippleLife.org/butts).
Trash enters the water from illegal or thoughtless dumping, extreme weather events, a crashed plane, sunken boat, lost fishing traps, nets or lines, movie props or windblown litter. For example, a plastic bag blows out of the trash can or truck, enters a storm drain or creek and moves into rivers and the ocean, where it endangers marine life, swimmers and watercraft. Water boards in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area recognize that voluntary measures aren’t enough to solve the problem. Some cities in the Los Angeles area have implemented fullcapture systems designed to trap debris greater than five millimeters in size. Prevention is obviously the least expensive, safest and easiest way to keep water clean. To protect local, regional and global waters, follow the familiar refrain of recycle, reuse, repair and repurpose. Be thoughtful about what’s in the trash can and keep it securely closed. Move the car on street
sweeping days—along with dust, dirt and leaves, a street sweeper picks up animal waste and oil from cars. Ask for and advocate less packaging on commonly used products, stiffer fines for polluters and increased funding for enforcement and research. Knowing what comprises most trash helps consumers demand product redesigns and new policies that address the most problematic items and materials, explains Nicholas Mallos, a marine debris specialist with the Ocean Conservancy. Rippl is a free mobile application that can help users practice what they preach in making simple, sustainable choices by delivering weekly green living tips, available at OceanConservancy. org/do-your-part/rippl.html. A safe, fun day near, on, in or under the water starts with green practices at home. For details visit Tinyurl.com/ CoastalCleanupReport.
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against government interference in our rights to information about and access to healthy food and supplements.
James Gormley Takes On the FDA
Why do you believe that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are tainted by special interests, particularly big companies in the pharmaceutical and food industries?
Why the Natural Health Movement Must Protect Itself by Kathleen Barnes
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ames Gormley, a leader of the natural health movement in the U.S. and an award-winning health journalist, is a passionate advocate for natural health. For more than 20 years, he’s been at the forefront in the fight against government restriction of dietary supplements and for transparency in the food industry, and has twice participated in America’s trade delegation to the United Nations Codex Alimentarius Commission, advocating for health freedom.
Gormley’s editorial positions have included editor-in-chief of Better Nutrition and editorial director for the Vitamin Retailer Magazine Group. He now serves as both vice president and senior policy advisor for Citizens for Health and as a scientific advisory board member with the Natural Health Research Institute. His latest book, Health at Gunpoint: The FDA’s Silent War Against Health Freedom, poses a strong stance
The FDA was created to address issues of food and drug contamination and adulteration. Dr. Harvey Wiley, the courageous first leader of its predecessor, the Bureau of Chemistry, expressed his disgust with the unintended consequences in his 1929 book, The History of a Crime Against the Food Law: The Amazing Story of the National Food and Drugs Law Intended to Protect the Health of the People, Perverted to Protect Adulteration of Foods and Drugs. The FDA has been beholden to drug companies for decades. Making the situation worse, a 2012 law loosened conflict of interest restrictions for FDA advisory panels. That has further weak-
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ened the agency’s review system and likely allowed more drugs with safety problems to gain marketing approval, according to an analysis published in the journal Science in 2013. In addition, 40 percent of the FDA’s last budget increase came from user fees on prescription drugs paid by the pharmaceutical giants. The USDA has the potential to do much good, but is bogged down with politics and mandates to push questionable biotechnology.
With regard to the controversy over genetically modified organisms (GMO), are certain companies being given undue influence in national policy making? Yes. A perfect example was the ability of Monsanto to block initiatives requiring labeling of food products that contain GMOs in California and Washington state. Monsanto and the food industry continue to leverage their considerable influence in the U.S. Congress to block such legislation on a national level, despite the massive outcry from consumers demanding to know the identity and origin of the food we eat.
Did the FDA declare war on the natural products industry in the 1990s? The FDA conducted numerous and illegal raids on health food stores, supplement makers and practitioners. In an infamous barbaric raid on the clinic of integrative physician Dr. Jonathan Wright, in Tahoma, Washington, in 1992, agents and deputized officers converged with guns drawn, terrorizing patients and staff because Wright was giving his patients legal L-tryptophan supplements to help with sleep and mood. It was dubbed the “vitamin B-bust”. A federal grand jury declined to indict Wright on the charges stemming from the raid.
Current European Union and international codex policies maintain that most necessary nutrients can and should be obtained from foods, so they have dramatically limited the availability of many supplements. Do you expect such a policy to become part of U.S. law? These European policies fly in the face of reality and every major food study
conducted since World War II. The superrefined, overly processed Western diet does not and cannot fully supply optimal levels of daily nutrients. The U.S. has made minor efforts to tread this dangerous path and been met with tremendous consumer outrage. Potential related laws and policies would have to make it past an avalanche of public comments.
What is the current status of the fight for health freedom, and what is your prognosis for the future? Substantial threats to our health freedom still exist, but I am optimistic. Three highly credible nonprofit organizations are leading the way: the Alliance for Natural Health, Citizens for Health and the National Health Federation. If consumers remain vigilant and stay informed on the issues identified by these advocates, we will be able to tackle and defeat threats to Americans’ health freedoms as they emerge. Kathleen Barnes has authored many natural health books. Connect at KathleenBarnes.com.
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 2 Back to Basics Yoga Workshop—6:30–8pm. July 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd. Whether you have been practicing for 10 minutes or 10 years, if you want your practice to deepen, it helps to deepen your understanding of the poses. $25 drop in or $80 the
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series. Benessere, the center for wellness, 510 Morris Ave., Summit. 908-277-4080. BenessereNJ.com Six-Part Self Esteem Class—6:30-8pm. Wednesday July 2, 9, 16, 23 and August 6th. Learn about self esteem and how to increase your own. Classes taught by Tanja Frade LCSW. Sponsored by iwc (integrative wellness center) 401 Rt 24 Chester. $50 per class. Registration needed. Call 908-879-8700 to register.
SATURDAY, JULY 5 Aquarian Yoga Center Grand Opening—4–7pm. Celebrate the re-location of Aquarian Yoga Center. Festivities include Kundalini Yoga, Celestial Communication, and live music. Aquarian Yoga Center, 127 Valley Road, Montclair. 908-884-4984. AquatianYogaCenter.com
WEDNESDAY, JULY 9 Explore the Benefits of Yoga - Experiential Workshop with John Levis—6:30–8:30pm. Learn specific techniques of alignment that will put you into your optimal blueprint. $30. Be The Medicine, 18 Bank St,, Suite 300, Morristown. 973-647-2500. Janet.Bethemedicine@gmail.com. BetheMedicine. com.
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SATURDAY JULY 12 Creative Problem Solving with the Healing Forces of Nature—10am–5pm. $95. Join in a day of play, fun and stress release with this workshop offered by Ute Arnold of Unergi School of BodyPsychotherapy. Unergi.com for information. Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, 11 Hardscrabble Rd., Bernardsville. Sacred Chants with Gurunam Singh—6–9pm. Join world-renowned Kirtan artist, Gurunam Singh,
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Getting Unstuck, Moving Forward in All Areas of Your Life!—6:30–8:30pm. Learn how to discover and release hidden causes interfering with your health, purpose, relationships, career and life with immediate results. $35. Be The Medicine, 18 Bank St., Suite 300, Morristown. 973-647-2500. Janet. Bethemedicine@gmail.com. BetheMedicine.com.
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Saturday, July 26, 10am-2pm Donate your time to bless the wives and mothers who have family members serving in the Armed Forces. Contact Jeannie Settembre at 973-713-2145 for more info. Held at Christain Faith Fellowship Church, 3188 Rt. 94, Franklin.
SUNDAY, JULY 13 Meditation Mini-Retreat—1–5:30pm. With John Welshons. An oasis of calm in a turbulent world. Discover the infinite reservoir of peace within. $60. Studio Yoga, 2 Green Village Rd., Room 300, Madison. 973-966-5311. StudioYogaNJ.com.
TUESDAY, JULY 15 Ask the Integrative Family Physician—6:30– 7:30pm. Hendrieka A. Fitzpatrick, MD. Free. Morristown Medical Center, 100 Madison Ave., Morristown. 973-971-6301. Interactive Healing Experience—7–9pm. Donna Suszynski, Reiki master, will facilitate a discussion on different healing techniques and demonstrate how we are all our own greatest healers. $7. Integrative Wellness Network, The Presbyterian Church, 65 South St., Morristown (First room on the left upon entering the building.) Meetings are open to everyone interested in personal and collective wellbeing. 551-574-9500.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16 Spiritual Development for Beginners. 12–2pm or 6:30–8:30pm. Learn how to tap into your intuitive gift and raise your vibrations. Series of four classes by Rev. Susan Nigra. July 16, 23, 30 & Aug 6. $10 for manual, $25 per class. Huna Healing Center, 23 Diamond Spring Rd., Suite 5, Denville. 973-796-4661. HunaHealingCenter.com. Cooking Class: Delicious Anti-Inflammatory Recipes—6–7:30pm. With Tina Marinaccio, Registered Dietitian. $10. Morristown Medical Center, 100 Madison Ave., Morristown. 973-971-6301.
THURSDAY, JULY 17 Learn to Be The Medicine for You—6:30–8:30pm. Join us for this experiential night that will enhance and change your life. Janet offers you a new blueprint to live health and your best life. $35. Be The Medicine, 18 Bank St., Suite 300, Morristown. 973-647-2500. Janet.Bethemedicine@gmail.com. BetheMedicine.com. The All Things Psychic Workshop—Noon–4pm. Psychic development exercises. Bring a photo in an unsealed envelope and a piece of jewelry that holds importance to you. $50. Presented by Garry Gewant and HYP4LIFE at Gurukul Yoga, 1300 Prince Rodgers Ave., Bridgewater. GurukulYoga.com. 908-526-0002 *Participants receive a $25 coupon toward the cost of your initial private hypnosis session with Garry.
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TUESDAY, JULY 22 Ask the Integrative Family Physician Specializing in ADD & Autism—6:30–7:30pm. Annette Rossetti-Cartaxo, MD. Free. Morristown Medical Center, 100 Madison Ave., Morristown. 973-971-6301.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 23 Cooking Class: Cherry Delights—6–7:30pm. With Whole Foods Market chef and Lorri Katz, Registered Dietician. $10. Morristown Medical Center, 100 Madison Ave., Morristown. 973-971-6301. Qi Gong Training Program—7–8pm. Learn about the Qi Gong Training Program coming to the new Center for Well Being in the fall of 2014. Find out how to heal yourself and others through this practice of meditation, movement and breathing techniques. Free. Morristown Medical Center, 100 Madison Ave., Morristown. 973-971-6301.
THURSDAY, JULY 24 Ask the Integrative Family Physician Specializing in ADD & Autism—6:30–7:30pm. Annette Rossetti-Cartaxo, MD. Free. Overlook Downtown, 357 Springfield Ave., Summit. 908-598-7997. Emotional Freedom Technique: Curb Your Food Cravings with EFT—6:30–8:30pm. With Marian Buck-Murray, certified EFT practitioner. $15. Morristown Medical Center, 100 Madison Ave., Morristown. 973-971-6301.
FRIDAY, JULY 25 Vision Quest Mitote Retreat—8pm Friday–11am Monday. Join Janet Straightarrow for this profound weekend retreat. Break through illusions, fears and ego blocks in our deep practices and overnight dreaming work. Sunday we will move into our own space on the earth for four to eight hours of reflection. Awaken strength, courage, wisdom and purpose. $355. Private cabin, Brattleboro, VT. 973-647-2500. Janet.Bethemedicine@gmail.com. BetheMedicine.com.
SATURDAY, JULY 26 Loretta Hagen at the Green Light Performance Series—7–8:30pm. Loretta Hagen performs for the Green Light Performance Series at Studio Yoga. Onepart Americana, two-parts folk, a dash of countryflavored rock–all served up by an award-winning, chart-topping singer. $15. Studio Yoga, 2 Green Village Rd., Room 300, Madison. 973-966-5311. Staff@StudioYogaNJ.com. StudioYogaNJ.com.
MONDAY, JULY 28 Stepping in 2 YOU – Summer Enhancer— 9:30am–noon. Women’s workshop from Ideas 2 Action supporting you in creating your best summer yet. SteppingIn2YOU.com.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 30 Ask the Integrative Family Physician Specializing in Nutritional Therapy and Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement—6:30–7:30pm. Kenneth Cartaxo, MD, ABIHM, CNS. Free. Morristown Medical Center, 100 Madison Ave., Morristown. 973-971-6301.
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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.
Beginners Yoga with Shirley Sahaja Sicsko— 9:30am.Mondays.Yoga West Holistic Center, 86 Main St., Succasunna. 973-584-6664.YogaWest. com.
Summit Unitarian Worship Service—9:30 and 11:15am throughout the regular church year. The Unitarian Church, 4 Waldron Ave., Summit. 908-273-3245.
Yoga—Noon–1pm. Gentle poses that focus on movements with the breath, creating a connection between the body and the mind. $10. Please bring your own yoga mat. Center for Well Being, Morristown Medical Center, 100 Madison Ave., Morristown.973-971-6301.
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.
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.
Morristown Unitarian Fellowship—Worship services at 10am. Children and Youth Religious Education at 9am. 21 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown. 973-540-1177, ext. 201.
Free Blood Pressure and Glucose Testing—10am3pm. Overlook Downtown 357 Springfield Avenue, Summit. 908-598-7997.
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. Sound Healing Sundays—2–6pm. First and Third Sundays. From gongs, to singing bowls, to sound circles, to group singing, join us as we raise our vibrations and clear our energy fields with sound. Donations. Growing With The Seasons, 811 Main St., Boonton. 973-222-6762. GrowingWithTheSeasons.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. Free Community Yoga Classes—4:30–5:30pm. Free; donations appreciated. PurpleOmYoga.com. Purple Om Yoga, 3118 Rte. 10 W., Denville. 973343-2848.
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.
Noontime Energy Enhancing Blasts of Qigong with Sal Canzonieri—Noon–1pm Mondays. Lunchtime energy healing. Register at 908-8793937. The Art of the Heart, 15 Perry St., Chester. TheArtofTheHeart-Chester.com. Restorative Yoga—3:30–4:30pm. Restore, relax, and unwind. This is a deepening centering yoga class for bringing you back to your calmest self. $10. Please bring your own yoga mat. Center for Well Being, Morristown Medical Center, 100 Madison Ave., Morristown.973-971-6301. 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. 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. Prosperity Yoga w/Madeline—7–8pm.Second Mondays. Awaken and balance your Kundalini life energy and invite prosperity into your flow. $15. Growing With The Seasons, 811 Main St., Boonton. 973-222-6762. GrowingWithTheSeasons.com. 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. Meditation Class—7–9pm every Monday. Balance body, mind, and spirit with meditation, breathing, crys-
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tals, acupressure and essential oils. Yoga teachers: Rev. Bill, Reiki master, and Rev. Judith, MSW. Suggested donation: $10. RSVP 973-585-4661. Succasunna.
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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.
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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. Psychic Readings with Sue—7:30–9pm Mondays. Call 908-879-3937 to schedule an appt. Held at The Art of the Heart at 15 Perry St., Chester. 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 Early Morning Kigong/Tai Chi—6–7am. Start your day with a fresh and recharged mind and body. Harmony Meditation Center, 241 North Ave. West, Westfield. HarmonyMeditation.com. 908-301-9642. 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.
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White Oak Yoga—9:30–10:45am or 5:45–7pm, mixed level. $10 or $50 for six classes. Taught by Elizabeth Bell. Sparta Ambulance Bldg., 14 Sparta Ave., Sparta. 973-729-1900.WhiteOakCenter.com. 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. Ease pain, improve posture, prevent injury, increase 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. 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. 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. Connecting with Loved Ones in Spirit—7:30– 9pm. You and up to five family members will sit with three to five mediums who will contact the energy of your loved ones who have passed away. Netcong. Contact Garry at 908-852-4635 or Garry@ hyp4life.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. 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.
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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. 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. Healing Meditations with Rev. Frankie—Noon. Center for Spiritual Living, 331 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown. Free. 973-539-3333. Cardio/Pilates Apparatus Circuit—12pm. Pilates at Pro Physical Therapy, 2 Emery Ave., Randolph.973-895-9925.PilateswithAmy@verizon. net.Proptnj.com. Group Acupuncture—5pm or 6pm. Licensed acupuncturists will provide personalized treatment while you relax in a group setting. $25. Overlook Downtown, 357 Springfield Avenue, Summit. 908598-7997. Fit Kids-4 Life—5–5:30pm. Your kids will get a great full body workout through a variety of fun activities and sports, like soccer, boxing and dance! The Wellness Center of Northwest Jersey, Randolph Medical Arts Building, 765 Rte. 10 East, Randolph. WellnessCenterNWJ.com or 973-895-2003. 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. 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. 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. Guided Meditation & Chanting—6–7pm. Westfield Yoga Studio, 231 Elmer St., Westfield.$14 per class or $72 for 6. Preregister at 908-232-1355.
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 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. 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. Adult Yoga Class—6:30–7:30pm Wednesdays. Drop-in, $25.4 sessions, $75; 8 sessions, $130; New student 3sessions, $45. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown. 201-213-1294. 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. 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 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. 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. 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.
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. A Course in Miracles Study Group—7:15–9pm. Westfield Yoga Studio, 231 Elmer St., Westfield.$10. Call in advance: 908-232-1355. 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. 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. Reiki Circle—8–9pm.Every other Wednesday. Check website for dates. Gentle intro to Reiki, guided meditation and Reiki sample.$10 suggested donation. Miriam’s Well Healing, 460 Bloomfield Ave., Suite 207, Montclair; 917-202-0475. MiriamsWellHealing.com.
thursday Early Morning Meditation—6–7am. Start your day with a fresh and recharged mind and body. Harmony Meditation Center, 241 North Ave. West, Westfield.HarmonyMeditation.com. 908-301-9642. 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.
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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.
JANUARY
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.
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plus: health coaches FEBRUARY
rethinking heart health plus: stress relief MARCH
food & garden
plus: gluten-free foods APRIL
green living
plus: healthy home MAY
women’s wellness plus: bodywork JUNE
inspired living
plus: men’s wellness JULY
food watch
plus: natural medicine cabinet AUGUST
transformative education plus: children’s health SEPTEMBER
conscious caretaking plus: yoga
OCTOBER
sustainable communities
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, 15 Perry St, Chester. TheArtofTheHeart-Chester.com. Yoga Pilates Fusion—2–3pm. Combines yoga and Pilates, leaving you calm, refreshed, invigorated and toned. $10. Please bring your own yoga mat. Center for Well Being, Morristown Medical Center, 100 Madison Ave., Morristown.973-971-6301. Restorative Yoga—3–4pm. Restore, relax, and unwind. A deepening centering yoga class for bringing you back to your calmest self. $10.Center for Well Being, Morristown Medical Center, 100 Madison Ave., Morristown.973-971-6301. Please bring your own yoga mat. 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. Group Acupuncture—4pm or 5pm. Licensed acupuncturists will provide personalized treatment while you relax in a group setting. $25. Center for Well Being 137 Main Road (Rt 202), Montville. 973-299-2133. 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.
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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.
NOVEMBER
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.
personal empowerment plus: beauty
DECEMBER
awakening humanity plus: holiday themes
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. Chi Do Moving Water Meditation—7–9pm. 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.
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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. Hypnosis & NLP Certification—7–9pm. Become a certified hypnotherapist & NLP practitioner. Eleven separate classes and the convenience of paying per class, or do certification separate. First 5 for NLP and last 6 for hypnotherapist. Huna Healing Center, 23 Diamond Spring Rd., Suite 5, Denville. HunaHealingCenter.com. HunaHealingCenter@ yahoo.com.973-224-6773. 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. 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. Gentle Yoga with Daniella Hurley—8pm. Randolph Pain Relief & Wellness Center, 540 Rte.10 West, Randolph. 973-866-5224.
friday Yoga Flow—9:15–10:30am.$10/class. Breathing Room Center, 735 Rte. 94, Newton.973-896-0030. BreathingRoomCenter.com. 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, 15 Perry 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
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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. Ongoing Qigong with Sal Canzonieri—Noon Fridays. Held at The Art of the Heart, 15 Perry St., Chester. Call Sue at 908-879-3937 for pricing & more info. TheArtoftheHeart-Chester.com. Yoga—Noon–1pm. Gentle poses that focus on movements with the breath. $10. Please bring your own yoga mat. Center for Well Being, Morristown Medical Center, 100 Madison Ave., Morristown.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. 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. 973-743-1211. TheKarunaShala.com. Sisterhood Satsangs—7–9pm. First Fridays. Monthly gathering of women: breathwork, Kundalini yoga, singing, sharing, listening. $22. Growing With The Seasons, 811 Main St., Boonton. 973-2226762. GrowingWithTheSeasons.com. 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. SachaCenter.com. Messages from the Other Side—7–9pm Third Fridays. Held at Eleven on Main Café, 11 Main St., High Bridge. Must register at 908-638-8888 or ElevenOnMain@live.com. $10 includes coffee or tea. Sponsored by Circle of Intention. CircleofIntention.com. 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. DivineBooks.net. AA Meeting—7:30pm.St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 70 Maple Ave., Morristown. 973-538-0555. Dances of Universal Peace—7:30–9pmFirst 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. FolkProject.org. Festival.FolkProject.org. Al-Anon Meeting—8–9:30pm Center for Practical Spirituality – Religious Science, 331 Mt. Kemble Ave., Morristown. 973-539-3114. Rsci.org.
saturday Essential Pilates—8am. Weekly. Try out a class for free at our award-winning studio. “Best in NJ 2011&2012!” Call to register: 973-895-9925. Pilates at Pro Physical Therapy, 2 Emery Ave., Randolph. 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. Adult Yoga—7:45am Saturdays. Drop-in, $25; 4 sessions, $75; 8 sessions, $130; New student 3 sessions, $45. Pediatric Therapy & Yoga of Morris, LLC, 14 Elm St., Morristown.TheWholeChildNJ@ gmail.com. 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. Stand-Up Paddleboard Yoga—8:30am. Weekly. $49. 1 hr. of instruction, cardio paddling and 1 hr. of yoga on the board. Lakeview Marine, Lake Hopatcong. 386-383-4393. HealingWavesYoga.com. Prenatal Yoga—9am–10:15pm.The Karuna Shala, 855 Bloomfield Ave., Suite 208, 2nd Floor, Glen Ridge. 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. Angelically Guided Shadow Exploration Workshops—11am–12pm. Saturdays in April. Embrace the Divinity in you by reclaiming the aspects of yourself you are denying. Portal of Healing, Schooley’s Mountain Rd., Hackettstown. PortalofHealing. com 201-841-0358. 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. The Wellness Center of Northwest Jersey, Randolph Medical Arts Building, 765 Rte. 10 East, Randolph. WellnessCenterNWJ.com or 973-895-2003.
Prenatal Yoga—10:30–11:45am. Helps relieve back pain, increase flexibility & teaches relaxation techniques. KulaYogaWellness.com; 25 Main St., Stanhope. Meditation and Visualization Class—11:30am– 12:15pm. Learn visualization techniques and gain access to tools that will allow you to achieve a deep and meaningful meditation practice. $5.Body & Brain Yoga Meditation Center, 241 North Ave. West, Westfield.908-301-9642. HarmonyMeditation.com. Maintain Your Health—12 noon–2:30pm. Join Deven Lilburn for monthly workshops designed to help you maintain your health as the seasons change. Kundalini Yoga and more. Growing With The Seasons, 811 Main St., Boonton. 973-222-6762. GrowingWithTheSeasons.com. Hatha 1 Yoga—12:15pm.Yoga for You, LLC, Olde Lafayette Village, Building J, Rtes. 15 & 94 intersection, Lafayette. 973-714-4462. 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.
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Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous Meeting—10–11:30am.Twelve-step recovery for food obsession, overeating, under-eating and bulimia. St. Clare’s Hospital Dover Campus, 400 West Blackwell St., Conference Room C, Dover. 973 945 2704. Erm514@comcast.net. FoodAddicts.org.
Holistic practitioner has a furnished, beautifully decorated, 600sf space to share in Fairfield, NJ. Available one day a week for monthly rental or available weekends, $200. Call for info 973-437-4594.
Overeaters Anonymous Meeting—10:15am– 12:15pm. Weekly gathering of the free support group that helps people lose weight and keep it off. Downstairs meeting room, Parsippany Library. 973-335 1717. Wjioa.com.
Holistic Practitioners wanted for space with 3 treatment rooms. Located off Rte 10 by Morris Plains. Call Sue on 908-879-3937 or 862-222-4268. Available about mid-June.
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CRYSTAL HEALING CENTER
Alternative Healing & Spiritual School of Enlightenment Lisa Bellini, CPT 23 Diamond Spring Rd., Suite 9 Denville, NJ 07834 908-963-2628 • LisaBellini.net
BE THE MEDICINE, STRAIGHTARROW– OUT-OF-THE-BOX COACHING
Janet StraightArrow, Shaman, Healer, Sage, Coach, Astrologer 973-647-2500 • Bethemedicine.info Bethemedicine.com Janet.Bethemedicine@gmail.com
Experience Profound Healing, Learning, Spiritual Support and Solutions. StraightArrow’s 47 years of research and development in Mind, Body, Emotions, Spirit and Soul offers a new paradigm of ways to live happy, healthy and whole. Janet brings a full tool bag and expertise into each transformative class or session. Retreats, Workshops, Ongoing work for those who want to go deeper, shorter-term work for individual situations, One on one on the Phone, Skype or In Person. Call Today!
CHRISTINA LYNN WHITED
Spiritual Transformational Consultant CircleOfIntention.com • 908-638-9066
Hilary D. Bilkis, MS, CST CranioSacral Therapy • SomatoEmotional Release Work • Visceral Mobility Energy Healing • MELT Method Instruction Office located in: The Abbey 355 Madison Ave. • Morristown, NJ 07960 973-479-2229 • Awakening4Wellness.com
Are you feeling stuck or blocked? Unseen energy from past lives may be having a profound impact upon your present circumstances. Change your life for the better in ONE HOUR! Experience Soul Path Clearance, Unconscious Scripts Release, Energy Healing, Past Life Therapy, and Crystal Bowl Sound Healing for pain, chronic conditions, and overall wellness. .
Lisa is dedicated to helping people raise their vibration and facilitate physical, emotional, mental and spiritual healing. Lisa connects with clients from her heart and without judgment. Lisa is a graduate & Guide of the 7th Ray Mystery School & Certified RM, CPT, Ordained Minister, Hypnotherapist, NLP, Past Life Regr. Uniting ancient wisdom with modern modalities. See ad on page 21.
HUNA HEALING CENTER
Lory Sison-Coppola Reiki Master, Past Life Regressionist, Huna, Crystal Children Advocate, Readings 23 Diamond Spring Road, Suite 5 Denville, NJ 07834 973-796-4661 HunaHealingCenter@Yahoo.com HunaHealingCenter.com
The Center offers different modalities that will raise your Spiritual Awareness, heighten your vibrations. We are dedicated to understanding and providing for those with specific needs. Classes, Certifications, Healing sessions, readings and counseling are offered. See ad on page 28.
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HOLISTIC NUTRITION / EDUCATION CHRISTINE GRASSO, CHHC, RYT Certified Holistic Health and Nutrition Coach, Digestive Health Expert, Yoga Teacher Body in Mind 140 Morris Street Morristown, NJ 07960 and by phone 201-787-4950 christine@christinegrasso.com ChristineGrasso.com
Are you struggling to lose weight? Hooked on sugar, carbs, or caffeine? Troubled by digestive concerns like acid reflux or IBS? Looking for balance? Identify your hidden food allergies, re-balance your digestion, and shed those stubborn pounds. Get your energy back and kick those crazy cravings with easy, healthy recipes customized for YOU. Customized cleanses and IgG food sensitivity blood testing available. Offering private nutrition coaching and yoga sessions, group programs, phone sessions, and classes. Sign up for Christine’s top energy-boosting tips and waistline-busting recipes at ChristineGrasso.com.
SUSAN RICHTER, RN, CNC, CCH, LDHS
Next Level Healing of NJ, Inc 166 Franklin Road, Denville 973-586-0629 info@NextLevelHealing.com
Do you suffer from symptoms that do not prove to be a diagnosis? Do you acquire new symptoms when treating old ones? Do you wonder if the vitamins and supplements you take are really helping? Headaches, stiff sore joints, indigestion, gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, sleeplessness, depression and anxiety are a few of the symptoms that are not answered by medicine, but can be relieved with enzyme formulas. Join Susan at a monthly lecture and learn how the Loomis System uses physiology and basic science to determine your source of stress. Treatment of chronic and acute conditions is with 100% food formulas and self healing practices. Sign up for Susan’s free newsletter at NextLevelHealing.com, and call for the next lecture date: 973-586-0629.
HYPNOSIS
LIFE COACHING IDEAS 2 ACTION, LLC
HYPNOSIS COUNSELING CENTER
Laurie Leinwand, MA, LPC, CC 973-343-6287 Laurie@ideas2action-coaching.com Ideas2Action-Coaching.com
554 Bloomfield Ave, Bloomfield 28 Mine St., Flemington 34 Bridge St., Frenchtown 43 Tamarack Circle, Princeton 908-996-3311 . Hypnosisnj.com
With 27 years of experience Hypnosis Counseling Center of New Jersey is a full-service counseling center, using both traditional counseling methods and the art of hypnotherapy in private and group settings. We regularly hold adult education seminars, work with hospitals, fitness centers, and individuals who want to better their lives. We specialize in weight loss, stress, smoking, confidence building, phobias, insomnia, test taking, sports improvement and public speaking. The State of New Jersey and Fortune 500 Corporation alike employ our programs.
HYP4LIFE LLC –
Improving Your Life Through Hypnotherapy Garry Gewant, MA Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist 908 852-4635 Garry@Hyp4Life.com • Hyp4Life.com
Incorporating traditional hypnotherapy techniques with other holistic modalities is Garry’s forte. Using traditional hypnosis for Smoking Cessation, Weight Control, Stress Management, Elimination of Fears, Improving Sports, Artistic, and Academic Performance, Anger Management, etc. He has expanded his practice to include Reiki Healing, Transpersonal Hypnotherapy, Metaphysical Counseling, Psychic/Mediumship and Past Life Regression Therapy as taught to him by Dr. Brian Weiss author of “Many Lives, Many Masters.”
MORRIS HYPNOSIS CENTER
Linda West, B.A., A.C.H. 973-506-9654 • 55 Madison Ave, Morristown • MorrisHypnosisCenter.com
Advanced Clinical Hypnosis using an interactive, personalized technique; based on a lengthy interview at our first session and dialogues at following sessions. I don’t talk “at” you; we both speak before and during your hypnosis. I also teach you self-hypnosis. Specializing in weight, stress, smoking, chronic pain, test taking, anger, sports, obsessive thoughts, sensitive substances, sleep, fears, confidence, and attention issues. Hypnosis can get you unstuck in virtually any area of your life. If you have constraints that you can’t seem to break through, hypnosis can free you and put you back in charge. Come for a free consultation to learn how you can reframe your past and design your future.
Laurie Leinwand, Certified Coach, Licensed Professional Counselor, Speaker and Author empowers women, especially moms, to create their next chapter. Be transported from stuck, overwhelmed and confused about where to begin TO focused, motivated and more fulfilled. Individual coaching, teleseminars and live workshops available. Call for more info.
MASSAGE BENESSERE LLC “THE CENTER FOR WELLNESS” 510 Morris Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 908-277-4080 BennesereNJ.com
Experience one of our nurturing treatments to help promote relaxation, self-healing and destress even the most tired muscles. A 60 minute relaxing, stress reducing, or therapeutic massage will revitalize your physical, mental, and spiritual health. Call or visit our website to book your next appointment. See ad on page 15.
NATURAL FOODS & PRODUCTS FOR WELL-BEING GRASSROOTS NATURAL MARKET
20 First Avenue, Denville • 973-627-5440 66 Morris Street, Morristown • 973-290-0050
Your one source for all your natural and organic needs! Natural deli, certified organic produce, knowledgeable vitamin staff, and complete grocery and dairy selection. Open seven days a week.
PERSONAL TRAINING BENESSERE LLC “THE CENTER FOR WELLNESS” 510 Morris Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 908-277-4080 BennesereNJ.com
Experience our holistic approach to feeling fitter and stronger through guided exercise. Our highly qualified team will design custom programs to meet individual needs that include nutrition, lifestyle coaching and at home personalized exercise programs. We offer a FREE trial session and free BodySculpt classes throughout the summer. Call or visit our website to schedule your free trial. See ad on page 15.
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PSYCHOTHERAPY ANDY LAPIDES, LCSW gestalt therapist (973) 539-5009 andylapides@gmail.com AndyLapides.com
Do you feel stuck and trapped in your life? Are you numb or disconnected from your feelings? Are you not getting what you want in your relationships? Are you confused about who you really are or don’t feel confident in your self? You don’t have to feel this way. Therapy can be creative and fun. My clients generally benefit after five sessions by expanding their understanding and ability to connect to themselves in different ways. This, in effect, influences all aspects of their life in a domino effect. I am warm, present, available, and use humor a lot in my work. I believe in the relationship as the curative factor along with education, mindfulness, and connecting to authenticity. I work with adults individually, couples, younger adults, mid-life, and survivors of abuse. The issues I treat are: depression, anxiety, relationship problems, confusion about career/identity, LGBTQ, grief/loss, PTSD, aging, and more.
NJCONNECTNOW, LLC
Diana J. Krafcik, LCSW, LCADC Psychotherapist/Addiction Specialist Morris Plains/Morristown, NJ 201-400-0520
Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Are you ready to focus on the solution rather than remaining stuck in the problem? I’m here to support you on your path toward healing and recovery. Provide individual, couples therapy and various support groups, that include mindfulness meditation, DBT skills training, coping skills and relapse prevention. Specialize in treating individuals with depression, anxiety, BPD, self injury, trauma, addictions.
JOANNA M. FARRELL, LCSW
LESLIE KAREN LOBELL, M.A., L.P.C
43 Maple Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960 201-650-4013
Thriving or just surviving? Therapy can make the difference! As a trained psychotherapist, I offer a holistic, mind-body-spirit approach to healing. I work in the present incorporating principles of traditional talk therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, along with EMDR and EFT tapping to support you in living life more fully and joyfully. Together we can build on your strengths, reduce distress and create new possibilities! Some insurance accepted, out-of –network provider for others. Call today to begin on your path to feeling great. License #44SC05392900.
JUDITH A. HANCOX, MSW, LCSW, BCETS
Board Certified Expert in Traumatic Stress Founder-Shiome Therapy™ Certified in Yoga, Gestalt, EMDR Energy Psychology (EvTFT) And Children’s Therapy Succasunna, NJ 973-585-4660 • JudithHancox@gmail.com Shiome.com • WhiteWolfStore.com
As a social worker and holistic educator for over 20 years, Judith dedicates herself to the empowerment of others in her healing work. Shiome Therapy™ weaves diverse healing modalities, ancient wisdom and modern science to help you safely and effectively accelerate your emotional healing process. In order to support her clients’ emotional healing, she created a CD, ‘Creating Healthy Boundaries’ and ‘Energy Balancing Meditation’ Book and CD. They are available exclusively at Shiome. com. See ad on page 7.
Pompton Plains (Route 23) and Montclair 908-577-0053 • Leslie@LeslieLobell.com LeslieLobell.com
Do you suffer from anxiety or stress? Do you want to lose weight, stop smoking, gain self-confidence or change a habit? Do you need support and guidance through a life or career transition? Are you ready to achieve your goals, pursue your dreams, and actualize your potential? You CAN create the Life You Desire... I can help you MAKE IT HAPPEN! Using proven techniques such as Holistic Psychotherapy, Hypnosis, Stress Reduction, Reiki and Dream Interpretation, I help teens & adults create happier, healthier, more peaceful and fulfilling lives. Allow me to assist you!
REHABILITATION BENESSERE LLC “THE CENTER FOR WELLNESS” 510 Morris Avenue Summit, NJ 07901 908-277-4080 BennesereNJ.com
Kristine Timpert is a highly skilled Neuromuscular Therapist and C.H.E.K. Practitioner IV specializing in herniated disks, low back and neck pain, rotator cuff tears, knee pain, ankle sprains, poor posture, and post surgery rehab. Kris believes that postural wellness and integrating core and spinal function is the key to optimum health. Call or visit our website to start living pain free. See ad on page 15.
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PROGRESSIVE HOLISTIC DENTAL THERAPIES TRANSFORM QUALITY OF LIFE Patients travel from around the world to experience world class quality, service and expertise Denville is famous for its medical community. So, it’s no surprise that a perfect smile is a must have item in this friendly town. Hand crafting those smiles is the life work of Dr. Steiner and Dr. Fine. Their office’s reputation has spread so far that they now treat patients from around the world; often doing more smile makeovers in a single month that some dentists do in a lifetime. They also offer an amazing alternative for those living with missing teeth. This dramatic advancement in the field of dental implantology now makes it possible for many patients to switch from dentures to permanent implant supported teeth in only a few hours. This new approach can be used to replace a single missing tooth or an entire mouth. Patients leave the office after just one appointment with a beautiful and strong smile. Discomfort is so minimal that most patients eat a light meal that evening. 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