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24 GIVING THANKS
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Meditation on Gratitude and Joy
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HERBS FOR DOGS AND CATS Simple Ways to Reduce Itching
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messages to our community Carlson Introduces Kid’s Melt-inyour-Mouth Probiotic Stix
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Stix, with 10 billion live probiotic cultures in every packet, which promote healthy digestive, immune, and colon function.* Kid’s Probiotic Stix come in delicious natural cherry flavor and are easy to use. Just tear open the packet, pour the contents on the tongue, and enjoy. Kid’s Probiotic Stix provide a blend of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacteria cultures, two of the most important probiotic strains. Lactobacillus and Bifidobacteria work together to support the health, growth, and maintenance of friendly bacteria in the gut, promoting healthy bowel function, gastrointestinal comfort, and a healthy immune system.* As an added benefit, Kid’s Probiotic Stix are acid- and bile-resistant to survive the harsh trip through the stomach and small intestine without the use of chemicals. Naturally support good gut health with Carlson Kid’s Probiotic Stix.* For more information, visit carlsonlabs.com/kids-probiotic-stix.
ntroducing the first-ever low ABV beverage made with REAL monk fruit Hard Bubbly™ by FUN WINE. The lightly carbonated, everyday wine drinks include three new flavors — Peach Passion Moscato™, Cappuccino Chardonnay™, and Espresso Cabernet™, alongside current award-winning favorites — Coconut Chardonnay™, Strawberry Rosé Moscato™, and Sangria. You can read the full press release here. Today, as one of the leading low-ABV (alternative alcohol) beverages, FUN WINE has shown significant growth from the start of the pandemic through now, tripling sales within the last three months. Inspired by the vibrant lifestyle of Miami and with the ethos that wine should be affordable for everyone, the non-traditional FUN WINE has garnered mass appeal. FUN WINE’s growth is outpacing Total Wine by 3,000% YTD, with FUN WINE up 450% and Total Wine up 14.7%. FUN WINE is outpacing Flavored Wine by 1,100% YTD, with Flavored Wine up 38.4%. MORE ABOUT FUN WINE: • Each bottle is a piece of art created by acclaimed artist Miguel Paredes and priced at just $5.99. • It's 59 calories per 5 oz. pour less than half the calorie content of traditional wine and the lowest globally for a 5.5% ABV wine product. • All six are produced with all-natural, gluten-free ingredients, and all are manufactured in a vegan-certified plant in the European Union. FUN WINE HARD BUBBLY Fun Facts: • Beautiful Holiday Gifts under $10.00 • The New Champagne that’s under $10.00 • More wine less hangover
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• Low ABV wines under $10.00 • Drink Fashionably • Drink Arts & Culture • Replacing Champagne for FUN Joe Peleg, Founder & CEO of the innovative and affordable low-alcohol flavored wine brand, FUN WINE. Joe is an expert in the food and beverage industry worldwide. Before creating Fun Wine, he was part of the Sbarro Empire, owned one of the largest catering businesses, consulted for restaurants, airlines, banquet halls and events venues. Over the past 8 years, Mr. Peleg has devoted himself to disrupting the industry by developing the new ‘Fun Wine’ beverage category and creation of the company’s unique product line – Fun Wine. His innate business ability has since resulted in the company's impressive global expansion in just a few years.
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Discover Your Power to Facilitate Healing
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've been practicing and refining the art of Holistic Reflexology for decades. And, after all that time, there's one thing I know for sure.
When you can give someone holistic reflexology, you're in a position to vanquish their stress and make every part of their body and mind sing in harmony.
Imagine being able to offer those you touch these life-affirming benefits every day! How would that feel, watching them experience such positive changes because of your skills and knowledge? Sounds amazing! Do I need any prior training to learn Laura Norman Holistic Reflexology? Nope. Our classes are designed to take you from newbie to expert and, if you're already a practitioner, to expand your services and income.
Stress depletes your immune system, providing disease with an environment where it can take hold. And chronic stress is suffocating. It feels like a rubber band stretched tightly around your heart and lungs. It causes premature aging, saps your energy, strains your heart, and befuddles your brain.
Ok, how do I get started? We've created a full schedule of live, interactive, online classes you take at home (in your pajamas, if you like!) over Zoom! Our program begins with our Foot Reflexology Part 1 class on November 7th (see our ad for a complete program schedule).
Holistic Reflexology to the rescue! Holistic Reflexology profoundly soothes the body and mind by draining away stress and clearing out toxins, an experience my clients come back for, again and again. Holistic Reflexology is a healthy, natural way to rejuvenate your mind, galvanize your body, and ignite your energy so you look and feel younger at any age.
Join us and experience the powerful benefits of the Laura Norman Holistic Reflexology Method for yourself. By the end of the class, you will have practiced and learned a complete Professional Foot Reflexology session you can offer to your family and friends. You’ll be lovingly guided by your instructor every step of the way through interactive hands-on practice, right at home.
I've worked with thousands of clients and graduates of my training programs over the last 40+ years and here's some of what they’ve told me about their experiences with holistic reflexology:
Becoming a holistic reflexology practitioner is life-changing. Take your first step right now toward a happier, more fulfilling life for yourself and everyone you touch.
• They are healthier - fewer colds and rapid recovery • They cope with everyday stress much more easily • They are more patient with themselves, their family, and their coworkers • They feel focused and clearheaded • They have more energy throughout the day • They get tons more done in a day • They (my graduates) beam when they tell me about someone they've helped
Make time now to nurture yourself and others. Experience the energizing, meditative, joyful sensations that come from applying the Laura Norman Holistic Reflexology Method. Laura Norman has trained thousands of people from all walks of life in her unique holistic Method. Experience the same feeling of fulfillment Laura, her clients and her graduates do by learning and applying Laura’s nurturing, holistic Reflexology Method. Join Laura for her live, interactive classes starting November 7th over Zoom. Find out more - visit www.lauranorman.com or call 561-272-1220 now.
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Palm Beach Outlets Announces Fall Opening of Lacoste Outlet November 2020 Opening Planned
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alm Beach Outlets WPB has announced the fall opening of Lacoste Outlet. Lacoste is internationally known for its iconic polo shirts, available in a wide color palette every season. The French brand also offers sportswear apparel for men and women, as well as shoes, eyewear, watches, fragrances, handbags and luggage, belts, and home textiles. A love for the game of tennis is the inspiration behind the Lacoste brand. Since 1933, the story of Lacoste has mirrored that of its founder, René Lacoste, the French tennis legend who revolutionized the everyday wardrobe by creating a classically elegant polo shirt. After a Davis Cup match in Boston, an American journalist referred to René Lacoste as “The Alligator” referring to a bet between the tennis player and his coach over a crocodile suitcase. René Lacoste officially launched the brand in 1933 with an advertisement highlighting the Lacoste polo with its alligator logo. Today, Lacoste is an international fashion powerhouse with over 1,200 stores in more than 120 countries worldwide. For more information, visit Lacoste.com. “We are pleased to announce the opening of Lacoste at Palm Beach Outlets,” says Trina Holmsted, Palm Beach Outlets Marketing Director. “Lacoste apparel and accessories are known for comfort, quality, and timeless style,” she adds. Lacoste Outlet will be located across from Coach Outlet; for the most updated opening date information visit PalmBeachOutlets.com.
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ust arrived Rapid Covid-19 Antibody tests. We now have tests in the office for patients who need to be tested. Results in just 15 minutes with 97.3% accuracy. This test utilizes a drop of blood and tests for IgM and IgG. If IgM is positive, you most likely have a current infection. If IgG is positive, then you were probably exposed to the virus within the past 3 months. If you test positive, we will refer you for more definitive testing and treatment. And since the test is not 100% accurate, if you test negative there is still a very slim chance that you have the virus. This test is perfect for those returning from the north or those who are traveling and need documentation of test results. If you have been recently exposed to someone who had a confirmed case of Covid-19, or have any of the symptoms of Covid-19, we ask that you call your family physician and avoid coming the office. One other point to remember regarding testing: It takes 2-5 days of incubation to test positive, so If you think you may have been exposed, you need to wait 5 days to test. A negative test the following day is meaningless. Sadly, the numbers are increasing as many are getting frustrated staying in, wearing masks and not socializing. This is likely going to last at least a year – the new “normal.” So, it is best to accept it and do what you can to boost your immunity and stay well. That means making an appointment for chiropractic and acupuncture, getting enough rest and exercise, and improving your nutrition by making healthy choices. Most importantly maintain a good, positive attitude. Call the office to inquire about the various programs we offer. We still maintain safety in the office making sure my patients and families are safe. Patients must wear masks when entering the office, for everyone’s protection. The rooms and treatment tables are sanitized after each treatment. And of course, our hands are sanitized after each treatment. We also have installed an ionizer in our AC system that kills viruses, bacteria and mold for your safety. Dr. Bill Rice has been in practice since 1977, as an acupuncturist, chiropractor, and nutritional consultant. He currently practices in Palm Beach Gardens. For more information visit our website www.healthy-answers.com, call the office 561.439.6644 or email drbill@ writeme.com
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Winning The Battle Against Stress: New Release November
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tress affects everyone. There are effective ways to help manage it, even for trauma survivors. That is the message in Shanna Warner’s latest book - Easy Stress Solutions: How to Meditate Like a Master, Banish Anxiety and Kick Depression to the Curb. As a survivor with over 30 years of experience dealing with PTSD, depression, panic attacks, nightmares and negative situations, the author brings a practical approach to dealing with the problems of life. The book begins with her favorite free and easy stress-busting tools. It includes 7 simple meditations that anyone can start using immediately. She also recorded 3 guided meditations and made them freely available for everyone on her website. The book then details more ways to battle stress, from rescripting nightmares to using positive verbal anchors. Then the process of transformation begins with 21 days of in-depth questions, uncovering negative beliefs, rewriting personal statements and creating a framework for transformational growth. Shanna and her husband, Mark, live in Tulsa, OK where they publish the Oklahoma edition of Natural Awakenings magazine. The book is available in print, ebook and audiobook. For more information, including links to the guided meditations, visit ShannaWarner.com
Dear Lord, we beg but one boon more: peace in the hearts of all men living, peace in the whole world this Thanksgiving. ~Joseph Auslander
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Lymphatic Skin Brushing “Indeed, the skin is a powerful interface between the mind, the body, and the external world” -Bernadine Healy, M.D.
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ymphatic Skin Brushing is an incredibly relaxing self care technique as well as being detoxifying and stimulating to your immune system and your greater health. The repetitive rhythmic strokes will work on many levels to purify your skin as well as calm your mind and body. Benefits of Lymphatic Skin Brushing Technique • Exfoliate Dead Skin Cells • Unclogs Pores • Stimulates surface Circulation • Simulate surface Lymphatics • Invigorates Nervous system • Aids Digestion
• Increases Cell Renewal • Improves Immune Responsiveness • Improves Exchange between Cells • Smoothes and Tones Skin • Stimulates Hormone and Oil Glands • Improves appearance of Cellulite
Lymphatic Skin brushing technique is designed to gently exfoliate the surface skin cells. More importantly this method is designed to soften the surface tissues, fluids and to mobilize the lymphatic structures. At The Therapeutic Alternative we Import premium body brushes from the Keller Burstein Company in Germany. These are very special brushes, the bristles are chosen specifically to lift exfoliate and stimulate your skin. We carry a full line of body brushes for many skin types.
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The Therapeutic Alternative Store “Essentials” carries imported German body brushes You can find us online at: www.thetherapeuticalternative.com/product-category/brushes/ Skin is an amazing organ that covers the entire surface of our body. It serves as a protective barrier that prevents internal tissues from exposure to trauma, ultraviolet (UV) radiation, temperature extremes, toxins, and bacteria. Skin functions include sensory perception, immunologic surveillance, thermoregulation, and control of insensible fluid loss. Skin defines us and separates us from the outer world, it shapes how we present in this world and it is a primary vehicle of expression. From the shiver up the spine to the hair raising experience, we cannot deny this very important role skin plays in how we experience ourselves and our emotions. When we are tense and stressed it is often reflected in the appearance of our skin. Skin is truly the on the frontline of our sensory experience in this world. Taking care of it and making sure it is optimally healthy is our goal. Keller Burstein are not only devoted to making premium brushes, they are also very devoted to making products in an ecologically sound manner. In this way we can take care of the ecology of our skin and our environment! 561.392.3340 therapeuticalternative@gmail.com 301 Camino Gardens Blvd., Suite 102, Boca Raton, Florida 33432
Palm Beach Outlets to Host Junior League of the Palm Beaches’ 12th Annual Deck the Palms Boutique Market
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unior League of the Palm Beaches’ Largest Fundraising Event to be Held Friday, November 20 and Saturday, November 21, 2020 at Palm Beach Outlets Palm Beach Outlets (PalmBeachOutlets. com) will host the Deck the Palms Boutique Market presented by the Junior League of the Palm Beaches on Friday, November 20 and Saturday, November 21, 2020. Deck the Palms is the Junior League of the Palm Beaches’ largest annual fundraising event. The market will be open to the public with free admission on Saturday, November 21st. 100% of proceeds from the event go toward supporting the community programs of the Junior League of the Palm Beaches.
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“The safety of our guests, vendors and members is our top priority,” states Julie Rudolph, President of the Junior League of the Palm Beaches. “Now, more than ever, it’s important to come together and help those in the community. Deck the Palms is not only a fun, holiday event, but it’s also an important fundraiser that benefits our 20 nonprofit partners,” she further comments.
• Access to the VIP Luxury Lounge during the market on Saturday, November 21st from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Opening Night Kick-Off Party Friday, November 20th from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. General admission is $5 and the party will feature a live band and V.I.P. Access option. VIP Access Friday, November 20th from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Saturday, November 21st from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. VIP passes are $35 and include: • Admission and access to a VIP Luxury Lounge during the Opening Night Kick-Off, Reception on Friday, November 20th from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. • An exclusive sneak-peek opportunity to shop before the market opens to the public from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Saturday,
VIP tickets include two drink tickets. Advance ticket purchase is encouraged. Limited tickets will be available at the market entrance, with cash payment only. Must be 21 and older. Princess & Pirates Entertainment Experience Saturday, November 21st from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Tickets are $30. Parents and children are invited to dress in their favorite Princess or Pirate attire and enjoy a magical experience with live performances, sing-alongs and socially distanced breakfast and craft activities. Advance ticket purchase is required and includes one adult drink ticket; children 8 years or younger must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are limited, and all ages are welcome. Tickets for VIP Access and Princess & Pirates Entertainment Experience can be purchased at JLPB.org/Deck-the-Palms. For more information, visit JLPB.org.
“We are delighted to host the Junior League’s Deck the Palms Boutique Market at Palm Beach Outlets,” says Trina Holmsted, Marketing Director of Palm Beach Outlets. “This festive boutique marketplace is the perfect stop for holiday shopping, with proceeds helping many vital community programs in the Palm Beach area,” she adds. The 12th Annual Deck the Palms Holiday Boutique Market will feature an outdoor marketplace with more than 130 local and international artisans, clothiers, jewelers, specialty gifteries, culinary vendors, small businesses, and nonprofit organizations. The market will be open from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Friday and 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday. Social distancing and safety November 2020 11
Try Rhodiola and Black Cohosh for Menopausal Symptoms
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The herb black cohosh has long been used to relieve menopausal symptoms, and a new study in Pharmaceuticals suggests that it’s most effective when combined with rhodiola, an adaptogenic herb known for balancing stress responses, as well as supporting brain, liver and heart health. Researchers from the Democratic Republic of Georgia Zhordania Institute of Reproductology divided 220 women into three groups. After 12 weeks, those given the combination of the two herbs reported 71 percent fewer menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes, and 67 percent fewer psychological and physical symptoms. These were significantly better results than for those that received either a high or low dose of black cohosh or a placebo.
Active mediation by a third party provides better outcomes for couples’ arguments by heightening activity in the “reward” part of the brain that generates romantic love. That’s the conclusion of researchers from the University of Geneva in a study in the journal Cortex that included 36 heterosexual couples that had been married for one year. After receiving brain scans with functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and filling out a questionnaire, the couples argued for an hour about a key conflict such as intimacy, finances or in-laws. Half the couples received guidance from a professional mediator; the other couples did not. Afterward, couples with the active mediator reported feeling more satisfied with the content and progress of the discussion and had fewer residual issues. When individuals were shown photos of their spouse and another unknown person during a second fMRI, the couples that had mediation were more likely to experience heightened activation in the nucleus accumbens, a key region in the reward circuit of the brain linked to pleasure, motivation and feelings like love. The more satisfied a person was with the mediation, the greater the neural activation. “Our results suggest for the first time that third-party mediation has a significant and positive impact on the way couples argue, both behaviourally and neurally,” concludes Olga Klimecki, a study author and researcher at the Swiss Center for Affective Sciences. 12
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Take Vitamin D and Calcium to Reduce Vertigo When a change in the position of a person’s head results in a sudden spinning sensation, it’s a condition known as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. For 86 percent of people afflicted with it, daily life can be interrupted, including missing work. Treatment usually involves a doctor or health practitioner performing a series of movements to the patient’s head that shift particles in the ears, but scientists in South Korea have found another simple solution: 400 international units of vitamin D and 500 milligrams of calcium daily. In a study of 957 people published in Neurology, 445 in an intervention group were given supplements if vitamin D levels were less than 20 nanograms per milliliter. The 512 people in the observation group did not get supplements. After a year, the supplement-takers had 24 percent fewer episodes, and those with very low vitamin D levels at the start experienced a 45 percent reduction. michelle blackwell/Unsplash.com
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Vitamin B12, an essential dietary nutrient typically derived from animal sources, poses a special challenge for vegans; its deficiency is linked to anemia and nervous system damage. Aside from supplements and foods fortified with cyanocobalamin or hydroxocobalamin, a new natural approach has been documented by University of Helsinki researchers: fermenting dough using Propionibacterium freudenreichii bacteria, commonly used to make Emmental cheese, along with Lactobacillus brevis to improve microbial safety, produced enough B12 to fulfill the nutritional need for vegans. During the three-day fermentation process, rice bran and buckwheat bran had the highest B12 production. “In situ fortification of B12 via fermentation could be a more cost-effective alternative. And as a commonly consumed staple food, grains are excellent vehicles for enrichment with micronutrients,” says study author Chong Xie.
Metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) is a common form of chronic liver disease affecting up to one quarter of the population worldwide. Associated with Type 2 diabetes and obesity, MAFLD is quickly becoming the leading cause of cirrhosis and liver cancer and has been linked to more severe COVID-19 outcomes. With no effective pharmacological treatments, the focus has been on reducing weight by 7 to 10 percent. But a new study from Trinity College, in Dublin, based on liver biopsies of 24 patients, found those that undertook 12 weeks of aerobics had significant improvements in markers of liver and metabolic health, even without weight loss, making exercise theoretically more important than losing pounds. The positive results were not sustained once the exercising stopped, leading researchers to recommend follow-up programs in community settings. karolina grabowska/Pexels.com
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Is Your Thyroid Working?
Try Flaxseed Oil to Reduce Weight and Body Mass Index
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Flaxseed, with its high nutritional value and low glycemic profile, has been shown to lower blood sugar in patients with Type 2 diabetes. To see if flaxseed as an oil has similar effects, Iranian researchers gave 40 overweight and prediabetic patients either 2,000 milligrams of flaxseed oil or a placebo daily for 14 weeks. The flaxseed oil did not produce lower inflammatory or glycemic markers than the placebo, but it did lead to significantly greater weight loss and a lower body mass index. A 2019 study of 50 obese and overweight adults found that consuming milled flaxseed for 12 weeks resulted in more than 20 pounds of weight loss, lower body mass index and greater reductions in triglycerides and inflammatory markers compared to a control group.
Are you always tired? Are your hands/feet cold? Are you constipated? Are you having trouble losing or gaining weight? Do you get morning headaches? Are you losing hair? Is your cholesterol high?
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Green Hangover
Photovoltaic panels, used to produce renewable solar power, become complex pieces of electronic waste at the end of their functional lives. The International Renewable Energy Agency projects that up to 78 million metric tons of solar panels will be discarded by 2050, and that the world will be generating about 6 million metric tons of new solar e-waste annually. Recovering the silver and silicon inside them requires costly, specialized solutions. Many solar panels contain lead that can leach out as they decompose in landfills. Some panels are exported to developing countries with weak environmental protections. Most are rated for about 25 years of use, so a major influx is due to arrive shortly. Nonprofit PV Cycle (PVCycle.org) collects thousands of tons of solar e-waste across the European Union each year, where producers are required to ensure that their solar panels are recycled properly. Recycle PV Solar (RecyclePV.solar), one of the only recyclers in the U.S., where almost no regulations exist, reports reclaiming just 10 percent of the country’s solar waste. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory is investigating new processes to recover all metals and minerals at states of high purity, with the goal of making recycling as economically viable and environmentally beneficial as possible.
Nearly 6,000 scientists signed a pledge to #ShutDownSTEM on June 10, the day of the Strike for Black Lives across higher education. (STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering and math.) They canceled lab meetings, halted research projects and actively confronted perceived racism in their institutions in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement. Particles for Justice (ParticlesForJustice. org) physics collective members Brian Nord and Chanda Prescod-Weinstein helped develop the idea for the strike. They called on university science departments, national laboratories and all others engaged in scientific endeavors to stop business as usual for that one day. The aim was educating themselves and their colleagues about the role of their own institutions in perpetuating white supremacy and creating concrete actions they could take to reduce anti-Black bias after the strike. According to the Pew Research Center, only 24 percent of college faculty members were nonwhite as of 2017, and a study published in the March edition of the journal BioScience found that Black, Latino, Native American and other underrepresented scholars account for only 9 percent of faculty members in STEM fields. 14
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Denim Microfibers Pervade Waterways
The American Chemical Society reports that blue jeans, a popular wardrobe choice during the COVID-19 pandemic due to an increase in telecommuting, creates a unique type of environmental pollution. This denim is processed with synthetic indigo dye and other chemical additives. Researchers in Canada have detected indigo denim microfibers in wastewater effluent, lakes and even remote Arctic marine sediment, as noted in Environmental Science & Technology Letters. Washing denim releases microfibers that are mostly removed by wastewater treatment plants, yet some still enter the environment through wastewater effluent. The researchers estimate that the wastewater treatment plants in their study discharged about 1 billion indigo denim microfibers per day. In laundering experiments, they found that a single pair of used jeans could release about 50,000 microfibers per wash cycle. The researchers did not study the effects that these microfibers have on aquatic life—perhaps a topic for future inquiry. In the meantime, washing jeans less frequently may reduce denim pollution.
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A study published in Global Ecology and Biogeography of 22 burned areas across the southern Rocky Mountains found that forests are becoming less resilient to fire, turning into grasslands and shrublands instead. The research team, led by the University of Colorado at Boulder, projects that by 2050, as little as 3.5 to 6.3 percent of Douglas fir and ponderosa pine forests in the region will be able to recover after fires. Encompassing 710 square miles, from southern Wyoming through central and western Colorado to northern New Mexico, researchers used satellite images and ground measurements to reconstruct what the forests looked like before fires and assess how well the forests were recovering by counting juvenile trees and observing tree rings. The study shows that forest recovery declines significantly under warmer, drier conditions caused by climate change. The number of acres that have burned annually across the country has already doubled since the 1990s, so it may be better to plant seedlings in regions more likely to bounce back rather than in dry sites no longer suitable for survival.
The nonprofit World Wildlife Fund (WWF) conservation group has determined that species of global conservation concern have declined in Canada by 42 percent and that Canadian at-risk species fell by 59 percent, between 1970 and 2016 (wwf.ca/livingplanet-report-canada-2020). Their report cites humanrelated activities as the main cause. The Living Planet Index measures the ecological performance of 883 species around the world likely to face habitat loss, land and shoreline developments and pollution. To date, humans have pushed 500 mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians to the brink of extinction worldwide. “Conservation actions that target only a single threat are unlikely to successfully stop and reverse wildlife declines, as threats to species are often cumulative or synergistic and can have cascading effects,” the report states. It also found that indigenously managed lands had more species than other parts of Canada and better supported at-risk wildlife. The report suggests working with native Canadians to create more indigenous protected and conserved areas.
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The state of California has approved a $437 million campaign devoted to building thousands of electric vehicle (EV) chargers, making it the nation’s largest single utility program to expand its charging infrastructure. Southern California Edison (sce.com) will install nearly 40,000 chargers. Half of the investment will take place in low-income communities and 30 percent will be for multifamily residences, where it’s more difficult to charge an EV. The program is expected to help achieve the state’s goal of putting 5 million zero-emission vehicles on the road by 2030.
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A Repair Cafe Near Home
In concert with the do-it-yourself craze, there’s a growing interest in repair cafes and pop-up events where people can learn to fix things or have someone do it for them. It’s fun, and the camaraderie and guidance of knowledgeable neighbors makes all the difference. Visit RepairCafe.org to find a nearby location or for detailed instructions on how to start one.
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Whether it’s a faulty toaster, broken wheelbarrow or torn jeans, some common principles apply:
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Repairing Can Prolong Life of Products With every Amazon delivery and late-night QVC purchase, the verdict is in: America is the Godzilla of consumerism, and far too many of the products we buy are disposable or designed to become obsolete. Tons of waste ends up in landfills or is incinerated, causing pollution. Plus, non-renewable natural resources like petroleum and heavy metals are depleted to manufacture new products and the non-biodegradable packaging they’re wrapped in. Awakening to the consequences of consumption addiction, a more sustainable choice emerges: repairing. When something breaks, don’t replace it—fix it. By prolonging the lifespan of items, demand for new
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Don’t panic. When the bicycle chain breaks, remain calm. Split the task into manageable steps. Anticipate the feeling of empowerment when the wheels are turning again. Get informed. From hemming a skirt to rewiring a lamp, a detailed YouTube video awaits. Check online for product manuals that offer diagnostics and repair instructions. For an extensive collection of repair guides, visit IFixIt.com. Use the right tool. To get the job done quicker, easier and without possible injury or damage to property, the right tool is key. Local hardware store attendants can help. For one-time-use or expensive tools, consider renting or borrowing. Visit a repair shop. A great way to support local business is to patronize local repair shops for shoes, clothing, jewelry, computers, appliances and more.
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Choose quality products that are designed to last and easy to repair. To help evaluate options, iFixIt.com offers a list of repairability scores. In a perfect, sustainable world, the marketplace would be filled with beautiful, artful and clever products that everyone loves and can’t bear to replace.
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Preventing Type 2 Diabetes Natural Lifestyle Choices to Curb the Disease by Marlaina Donato
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ix decades ago, only one American in 100 had diabetes. Today, it’s almost one in 10, including rising numbers of youth and one in four people older than 65. More than 90 percent of the cases are Type 2, once known as adult-onset diabetes, which is linked to diet, obesity, inactivity, environmental toxins, heredity and other factors. It can wreak havoc throughout the body—attacking blood vessels, eyes, nerves and organs—and make COVID-19 harder to combat. The good news is that scientists have identified lifestyle strategies that lower the risk and harm of diabetes. “Type 2 diabetes is a condition, not a disease. It exists in a particular environment; when you change the environment, you can change the condition,” says San Francisco-based Nicki Steinberger, Ph.D., author of Wave Goodbye to Type 2 Diabetes. That’s important news for the one in three Americans—about 88 million people—that have prediabetes, 84 percent of whom are not aware of the fact, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A key player is the pancreas, a multitasking organ of both the en18
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docrine and digestive systems, which produces insulin to help make and store energy from sugars, as well as enzymes to break down proteins, fats and carbohydrates. While Type 1 diabetes, a genetic autoimmune disease, negates the body’s ability to produce insulin, Type 2 results from an insufficient or improper use of insulin. Type 2 diabetes can be triggered by metabolic syndrome, a condition marked by high blood pressure, a large waist circumference and high triglycerides. Insulin resistance—the body’s improper use of insulin—can also be a sneaky forerunner to the disease, often manifesting as excessive abdominal fat, fatigue and frequent infections years before hyperglycemia—too much sugar in the blood—becomes evident. “Diet and lifestyle play a tremendous role,” says Lauren Bongiorno, a virtual diabetes health coach and creator of The Diabetic Health Journal. “Increasing insulin sensitivity is a multi-prong approach, most notably influenced by improving circadian rhythm, reducing stress, eating lower glycemic carbs, reducing animal fats and increasing activity.”
The American Diabetic Association cites excess weight and lack of exercise as significant risk factors in the development of Type 2 diabetes, while recent studies also point to impacts from toxic air, chemicals and mercury exposure. Research published in 2018 in Environmental Science and Pollution Research International reveals a correlation between exposure to phthalates found in plastics and the incidence of new-onset Type 1 diabetes in children, suggesting that the loss of beta cells from phthalate exposure leads to a compromised insulin response. “Plastics containing BPA can mimic estrogen (xenoestrogens) and can contribute to insulin resistance, insulin over-secretion, beta cell exhaustion and the development and progression of Type 2 diabetes,” says registered dietician and nutritionist Brenda Davis, the Alberta, Canada, author of The Kick Diabetes Cookbook and Kick Diabetes Essentials. An earlier Indiana University study published in Diabetes Care showed young-adult exposure to mercury can raise the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes later in life by 65 percent. Davis adds, “Heavy metals, such as mercury and arsenic, have been linked to impaired insulin secretion and decreased insulin sensitivity.” Choosing organic produce and fish that contain lower levels of mercury, such as salmon, shrimp and catfish, is advised.
Medication Backlash Improving gut flora is vital in improving most health conditions, including Type 2 diabetes. “Microbes in the gut that have become toxic for a multitude of reasons create an inflammatory response. This type of assault repeated over time increases the risk of fatty liver and compromised cells—conditions linked to a decrease in insulin sensitivity,” says Steinberger. Research published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism suggests that antibiotic use, especially narrow-spectrum ones, can contribute to diabetes. The side effects of certain medications like statins and other cholesterol-lowering drugs has been debated for decades, and 2019 research published in Diabetes Metabolism Research and Reviews concludes that statins can more than double the risk of Type 2 diabetes, especially for people taking them for two years or longer.
Sleep and Sugar The National Sleep Foundation considers sleep deprivation a significant diabetic risk factor and recommends that people take melatonin as a sleep aid and avoid working night shifts. It cites a study in which healthy adults that were restricted to four hours of sleep for just six nights exhibited a 40 percent reduction in their ability to break down glucose. Although the role of dietary sugar in diabetes is debated by scientists, evidence shows a strong correlation between Type 2 diabetes and sugar, fructose and high-fructose corn syrup in the diet. A 2015 review of 21 studies published in The British Medical
Journal found that regular intake of sugary beverages can lead to diabetic conditions even when obesity is not a factor. Many holistic health advocates identify all sweeteners, including “healthy” alternatives like honey and maple syrup, as sugars that harbor similar potential. This mindset is harmonious with glycemic index recommendations, so avoiding any added sweeteners and opting for fresh, low-glycemic fruits like berries, citrus and apples, as well as eschewing pasta, white rice and bread, can go a long way toward
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Nutrition Tips from Brenda Davis The foundation of the diet should be whole-plant foods—organic, whenever possible—deriving the vast majority of calories from vegetables, legumes, fruits, intact whole grains, nuts and seeds, which are rich in protective components, such as fiber, phytochemicals and antioxidants. Eliminate or minimize inflammatory items, including fatty dairy products like cheese and ice cream, ultra-processed and fried foods, refined carbohydrates like sugar and white flour, alcohol and meat—especially red and processed varieties. Avoid all sugar-containing beverages.
Holistic Reminders from Lauren Bongiorno “All areas of our lives are linked together, and if one area is depleted, it’s going to impact your ability to thrive in the others. The 8 pillars of diabetes wellness within my practice are exercise, diet, sleep, stress, self-love, relationships, energy and diabetes management. For improved blood sugar management and sustainable habit changes, you must identify where you are least fulfilled and work to fill that gap.”
Inspiration from Nicki Steinberger “The area where we are most vulnerable, without a doubt, is our own toxic thoughts. Because our thoughts and beliefs trigger emotions which lead us to action and non-action, mindset is the first place to investigate to understand the results of our lives.” November 2020 19
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maintaining healthier blood sugar levels. Stevia, an herb, is a better sweet substitute. Preferable in drops or bulk form rather than blended with sugars, it’s been shown to help control blood sugar.
Promising Phytotherapy Insulin-supporting medicinal herbs offer many benefits for Type 2 diabetics. Aloe vera, bilberry, cinnamon, goldenseal, bitter melon, milk thistle, fenugreek, fennel and gymnema sylvestre, among others, have been found to aid in the utilization and production of insulin. Tulsi, also known as holy basil, is a heavy hitter for reducing blood glucose and buffering the kidneys and liver from the metabolic side effects of high blood sugar. Herbs that support the liver, such as milk thistle, dandelion and artichoke, are other noteworthy plant medicines, especially when blood sugar fluctuates from high to low. Renata Atkinson, a clinical herbalist in Greenbelt, Maryland, says of blood tests, “Clinical trials have shown that many of these herbs can have a significant effect on the clinical markers for diabetes and prediabetes in fasting blood glucose, postprandial glucose and HbA1C, or glycosylated hemoglobin.” Animal and in vitro studies show that they impact blood sugar by slowing digestion and the absorption of carbohydrates, thereby improving insulin sensitivity, increasing the release of insulin and modulating the metabolism of glucose in the liver. Some of Atkinson’s favorite plant allies are hawthorn, hibiscus and tilia for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, as well as lipid, glucose and vascular support. Atkinson also emphasizes the wisdom of keeping it simple. “I encourage clients to incorporate culinary herbs and spices into their daily diet, like cinnamon, fennel, garlic and onions. For someone taking insulin, it’s important to introduce herbs slowly and be 20
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sure to take them with meals, monitor blood glucose levels closely and keep their physician informed of herbal protocols and follow their physician’s recommendations.” Improving diet choices can be highly rewarding and fun, too. “Not only does eating well not have to be tortuous, it can be enjoyable, inspiring and creative,” says Steinberger. “It helps to keep it simple by using fresh, whole foods with basic herbs and spices.” Vitamin D, magnesium, vitamin C, B complex and chromium are also valuable in managing Type 2 diabetes. Polyphenols—antioxidants found in tea and unsweetened cacao nibs—also pack a healthy punch. Alpha lipoic acid, found in broccoli, spinach and fish oil, can help to reduce inflammation. Berries, kale and other nutrient-packed greens, nuts, sweet potatoes and beans promote sugar balance and are versatile for delicious, healthy meals.
Whole-Body Healing Holistic bodywork modalities such as acupuncture also support diabetic health. In 2019, Iranian researchers reported in the journal Hospital Practices and Research that biofeedback training lowered glucose levels and improved the quality of life for diabetic patients. “The biggest mistake I see people with diabetes make is to view the mental piece as not as important as the physical,” says Bongiorno. Linking all the vital threads in the complex web of Type 2 diabetes, she adds, “I would say to start with the basics— plant-based foods, exercise, stress management and better sleep. When you have a solid base, your body will be less susceptible to the other factors.” Thriving is possible through commitment and wise choices. As Davis says, “There is strong and consistent evidence that many people who are motivated to reverse Type 2 diabetes can succeed in this task.” Marlaina Donato is the author of several books and a composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.
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here’s an emerging movement in the funeral industry, fueled by environmentalism and a yearning to accept mortality and reclaim a connection to Earth and to each other. Although it seems revolutionary, a green burial is as old as humanity, while the conventional burial commonly practiced in the United States is only a bit over 150 years old. Continuing a practice that began in the Civil War, the conventional funeral typically involves embalming with toxic chemicals such as formaldehyde to preserve the body for viewing. Elaborate metal and varnished hardwood caskets are lowered into cement or steel burial vaults and entombed in memorial parks, where lawns are maintained with heavy machinery and liberal applications of herbicides and pesticides. These materials are not just polluting the Earth, but depleting resources only to bury them forever. “You can build a replication of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco annually with all the metal placed in the ground. Why would we bury these materials that people could actually be using?” says Elizabeth Fournier, a licensed mortician in Portland, Oregon, and author of The Green Burial Guidebook. In a true green burial, the body is put in repose in its natural state; refrigeration or dry ice replaces embalming fluids. Families may choose to bathe and dress their loved one’s body, wrap the body with a natural cotton shroud or place it in a casket made of sustainably grown and biodegradable materials including pine, bamboo, wicker or even cardboard. The burial site has a more natural feel, with indigenous plants, meadows and soil untouched by chemicals. The grave is dug and refilled by hand, while family and friends use ropes to lower their loved one directly into the earth. “You’re going back to nature. Your body will decompose and in turn it can nourish the environment. New life will come from your death,” says Ed Bixby, owner of Steelmantown Cemetery Companies and president of the Green Burial Council, which certifies eco-friendly cemeteries and funeral services. Natural burial sites are public recreational havens where people can hike, birdwatch, cross-country ski or camp. These beautiful cemeteries are full of life and regeneration. “The neat part is that they’re using their income stream for open-space preservation—buying property, using it for burial purposes and dedicating that land so that it will always be open and green,” says Robert Prout, a third-generation funeral director in Verona, New Jersey. Every state has at least one natural burial site. There are hundreds nationwide, and 11 of
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them are legal preservation grounds, owned and managed by conservation or state agencies. As people learn more about green burials and request them, traditional cemeteries are setting aside areas for these alternatives. Bixby is encouraged by the hybrid models. “It’s helping change the direction of the funeral industry. We’re empowering and educating families. That’s how we’re going to grow this movement,” he says. A green burial will usually cost less than the conventional one. “The environment is suffering, and people’s wallets are suffering,” says Fournier. “People are realizing that you don’t have to spend a lot of money after someone has passed away to show your love.” In some towns, backyard burials are an option, too. From an emotional and spiritual perspective, there’s a lot to be said for a green burial. “It’s been so clinical for so long, where you wear your black suit. You sit on the sideline. The gravedigger and undertaker do everything. You’re sort of a spectator,” says Fournier. “By being a part of the process, there’s a greater sense of acceptance. You can see a lot of the pain and grief wash away,” says Bixby. “It allows us to not only care for our dead, but also not be so afraid of our common denominator. We’re all going to die. It shouldn’t be a scary, disconnected experience.” Overseen by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, a burial at sea is yet another green option in which the body decomposes naturally on the ocean floor. To find a state-by-state list of natural burial sites, visit GreenBurialCouncil.com.
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Giving Thanks for a Healthy Feast How to Lighten Up Thanksgiving Fare by April Thompson
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For sides that rate high in both nutrition and taste, the James Beard winner favors in-season veggies like brassicas and Asian greens. “Napa cabbage is great roasted, grilled or prepared raw as a salad. Brussels sprouts shaved on a mandolin and sautéed briefly with shallot and garlic, and dressed with apple cider vinegar and diced apple, is another nice option,” Satterfield says. One of his goto dishes is a root vegetable salad with shaved celery root, walnuts, apples and dried cranberries with a simple dressing of olive oil and lemon. Sweet potatoes and pumpkin offer a nutritional edge over white potatoes, giving them top billing at Satterfield’s holiday table. He suggests simplifying the traditional sweet potato casserole by first parboiling, straining, peeling and cutting the potatoes into thick chunks, and then baking with lemon juice, nutmeg and water. “The sweet potatoes will caramelize and form a natural syrup. It has a bright and refreshing flavor without adding the usual butter, marshmallows and sugar,” he explains. According to Satterfield, many nutritious bitter greens are plentiful this time of year, including chicory, radicchio, frisée and endive. “Last Thanksgiving, I made a chicory salad with dates, pecans, shaved parmesan and persimmon with a sherry vinaigrette with olive oil and shallots. The sweetness of the fruit balances nicely with the bitter greens, which add fiber and help with digestion and the circulatory system.” Thanksgiving offers a good opportunity to go meatless, according to Kim Campbell, vegan chef and author of The PlantPure Nation Cookbook. “There is a substitute for every animal product out there, so it’s not hard to make traditional recipes plant-based,” says the Durham, North Carolina, native. Her recipe for a nutty or beanie loaf ramps up the flavor and health profiles by using fresh, rather
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Savory Thanksgiving Dishes Mushroom Gravy This rich, flavorful gravy is perfect over potatoes and veggie loafs. It’s easy to prepare and inexpensive. Yield: 4 servings 1 onion, minced 6 white button mushrooms, chopped 2½ cups low-sodium vegetable stock, divided ½ tsp minced garlic ½ tsp dried thyme ½ tsp dried sage ½ tsp crushed dried rosemary
1 Tbsp cooking sherry 2 Tbsp tamari sauce or low-sodium soy sauce 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast flakes ¼ cup whole wheat flour ¼ tsp black pepper Sea salt to taste
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté the onions and mushrooms in one-half cup of the vegetable stock. Add the garlic, sage, thyme, rosemary, sherry, tamari and nutritional yeast, then continue to sauté for just a minute or two over high heat. Pour the remaining vegetable broth into a bowl and whisk in the flour until there are no lumps. Add to the pan with the onion and mushrooms. Simmer over medium heat, stirring until the gravy has reached its peak thickness, about 10 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Reprinted from The PlantPure Nation Cookbook, by Kim Campbell.
Thanksgiving Green Bean Casserole Yield: 6 servings
Breaded Onion Rings: 1 large white or red onion, sliced into ¼-inch thick rings 2 cups whole wheat breadcrumbs 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast flakes ½ tsp sea salt (optional) 1¼ cups whole grain flour 1 cup nondairy milk
1 tsp onion powder ¼ tsp nutmeg 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast flakes 2 tsp apple cider vinegar ½ tsp sea salt ½ tsp black pepper Veggies: 12 oz fresh mushrooms (any variety), sliced or chopped 2-3 Tbsp dry white wine for sautéing 24 oz frozen green beans, French cut or whole
Sauce: 1½ cups nondairy milk ½ cup raw cashews 2-3 garlic cloves 1½ Tbsp cornstarch
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than dried, herbs such as rosemary, thyme and sage, as well as natural binding agents like lentils, flax seeds or chia seeds mixed with water. “Guests will be amazed that whole foods can be so flavorful and satisfying,” she says. “Go the extra mile with quality ingredients for a special meal like this.” Campbell encourages people to enjoy the abundance of fresh produce and learn how to cook in season. Fruit-based desserts can be a great way to showcase what’s in season and still keep guests light on their feet. “You don’t have to use crust or a lot of added sugar for something like an apple crisp or cobbler,” she says. Annemarie Ahearn, founder of the Salt Water Farm cooking school, in Lincolnville, Maine, also suggests a healthful rethinking of traditional Thanksgiving dishes. “Instead of a green bean casserole, consider blanched green beans with almond and cranberry. Dried cranberries can go in a salad, rather than a sauce. You can have the same ingredients and keep the same focal point, but use less cream and dairy,” says the author of Full Moon Suppers at Salt Water Farm: Recipes from Land and Sea. Ahearn, who teaches a class on Thanksgiving cooking, encourages people to take a stroll after the main meal to let food settle before having dessert. She also suggests serving some dishes at room temperature to relieve the pressure of having everything arrive hot at the table. For those unable to be with extended family, Satterfield suggests trading recipes in advance, and then having a virtual Thanksgiving by sharing a visual image of how the meal turned out. “You can even send leftovers if you’re in the same vicinity,” he says.
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Bread the onion rings by coating them in the flour, the milk and then the breadcrumbs. Several onions rings can be prepared at the same time. Place the breaded onions onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
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Place the sauce ingredients into a high-powered blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside. In a large fry pan over medium-high heat, sauté the mushrooms using small amounts of white wine to prevent the mushrooms from sticking. Cook for 6-8 minutes or until tender. Place the thawed green beans and mushrooms into nine-by-13-inch casserole pan. Pour the cream sauce over the vegetables, distributing the sauce evenly. Top the casserole with the baked onion rings and cover with foil. Bake at 375° F for 20-30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue to bake for an additional 20 minutes. Chef ’s note: You can soak your cashews if you don’t have a high-powered blender for easy blending. This creamy white sauce can be used for scalloped potatoes, creamed corn or even on pasta. Reprinted from The PlantPure Nation Cookbook, by Kim Campbell.
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Cranberry Sauce with Maple Syrup Delicious maple syrup, orange juice, cinnamon and cranberries are boiled down to a syrupy, slightly sweet and spicy sauce. The cranberries “pop” under the heat and give this side dish a gorgeous ruby color. Yield: 2 cups 12 oz whole fresh cranberries or 1 package ¾ cup real maple syrup ½ cup water ½ cup orange juice freshly squeezed or store bought 1 cinnamon stick
Take the cranberries and place into a large sieve. Pick out any berries that look damaged (black spots, mushy, white). Wash and drain. Pour the cranberries into a medium-large pot. Add the maple syrup, water and orange juice. Stir to combine. Place the cinnamon stick in the center.
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Heat the berries on medium-high heat until the mixture reaches a boil. Then, lower the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until syrupy and richly red. You will hear the cranberries “pop” as they cook; don’t be alarmed. Remove the pot from the heat and allow to cool to room temperature. Store in a covered container in the fridge. Serve at room temperature or slightly warmed. Reprinted from StraightToTheHipsBaby.com/Jessie-Sierra Ross.
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Pumpkin Spice No-Bake Energy Balls This dish is gluten-free, vegan and paleo.
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Yield: 15 servings
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1½ cups raw almonds ¼ cup hemp seeds ¼ cup unsweetened dried shredded coconut ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice 1 Tbsp coconut oil ¼ cup pumpkin puree 10 pitted Medjool dates, about 1 cup For pumpkin pie spice dusting: 2 Tbsp coconut sugar ¼ tsp pumpkin pie spice
Combine the almonds, hemp seeds, coconut, pumpkin pie spice, coconut oil, pumpkin puree and dates in the base of a food processor. Turn the processor on high for about two minutes or until the ingredients are well combined. Pour the mixture into a mixing bowl and then use your hands to roll the dough into about 15 cookies, each about 1½ inch in diameter. To make the pumpkin pie spice dusting, place the maple sugar and pumpkin pie spice onto a plate. Roll each cookie in the sugar until covered. For the best texture and sweetness, place the cookies in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours to chill. Chef ’s notes: Freeze these cookies for up to 2 months in a tightly sealed container. Defrost them in the fridge for about 4 hours before serving. For refined sugar-free servings, leave off the coconut sugar dusting. You can easily double or triple this recipe depending on how many energy bites you need to make. Reprinted from Carrie Forrest, Clean Eating Kitchen.com.
Gunner’s Mate Seaman Danny Ortiz, from West Palm Beach, Fla., mans an M240B machine gun aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) prior to a live fire gunnery exercise. McCain is assigned to Destroyer Squadron Fifteen (DESRON 15), the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Markus Castaneda/Released)
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“When we’re appreciating ourselves, we open the floodgates to joyful movement and freedom,” says personal trainer Katie Hunt, in Milwaukee. “What if today were the last day I got to run? This question forces me to appreciate every little thing my body can do and minimizes the focus on what I dislike doing. Suddenly, running feels like a gift instead of a task.” During pandemic restrictions, a socially distant power walk with a friend can get the blood moving and shift perspective. “Something about feeling my heart pounding, a cool breeze after I first break a sweat and the ability to share authentically with a close friend at the same time reminds me of both my powerful mind and miraculous body. How can I not be grateful?” asks Andrea Stern, owner of the Satori Yoga Studio, in San Francisco. Her thankful intention is carried into each yoga session. “I encourage students to bring a sense of gratitude to the mat with them. Before the class begins, I ask folks to connect with the present moment and to check in with themselves.”
Body Gratitude Being Thankful Empowers Our Workouts by Marlaina Donato
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xercise is crucial to preventing and managing cardiovascular disease, diabetes, depression and many other health conditions, but staying motivated to maintain a routine can sometimes be challenging, even for fitness devotees. Cultivating an appreciation for the way our bodies carry us through life can turn what may have seemed like a humdrum workout into something special. Research shows that a gratitude practice fosters patience, encourages self-care and nourishes self-discipline, especially when there is temptation to reach for another slice of pie.
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Motivation Through Affirmation Using daily affirmations—simple sentences written or spoken aloud—is a wonderful way to infuse exercise time with positivity. Leaning into a challenging asana or doing one more lap in the pool with self-affirming intention can snuff out self-criticism. “Moving your body is not a competition. You don’t have to prove yourself or your ability to anyone. Practice feeling grateful for how your body can move, starting with your heartbeat and breath,” says Sofia Angelina Marcus-Myers, an intuitive energy worker and portrait photographer in Portland, Oregon. Healing self-portraiture and dedication to daily affirmations propel Marcus-Myers through chronic pain and help her to see the body as a sacred vehicle. “Affirming your body is a practice, and sometimes it will feel awkward, absurd or tedious. Do it until you
feel more comfortable affirming yourself, and then keep doing it.” Calling a truce with body imperfections can help us feel more comfortable in our skins, something that can go a long way. For Hunt, shifting perspective inward is key. “What if we all stop and imagine being on a desert island? What would your perfect workout, body and life be like if there were no outside influences?”
Pain and Compassion Living with discomfort makes exercising challenging, but learning to respect the body’s rhythms and limitations can be beautifully empowering. “I love the quote, ‘Unless your compassion begins with yourself, it is incomplete,’” says Stern. “Taking a class together (even virtually) gives us a sense of being in this together. When we breathe, stretch and grow together through our practice, it helps us to appreciate where we are on any given day.” For Loolwa Khazzoom, a Seattle-based author and musician, it’s all about surrender. “Don’t fight your pain; dance with it—literally and figuratively. Dance from your bed. Dance in your head. Dance wherever and however it’s comfortable.” As the founder of Dancing with Pain, a wellness company that teaches a natural approach to pain relief through movement, Khazzoom says, “Our consciousness naturally goes to the places in pain and overlooks the places that feel good. Those places are quite literally our pathways to wellness.” She recommends focusing on pain-free areas of the body with the joy, power, harmony and other sensations that come from moving to enjoyable music, noting, “As we inhabit those places with our entire beings, there is less and less room for the pain, to the point that it may vanish altogether.” Marcus-Myers brings the message home with, “It isn’t your body’s purpose to be anyone’s ideal. Your body is an incredible living thing, worthy of love and gratitude.” Marlaina Donato is an author and composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.
Steps to Building Body Gratitude Affirmations from Sofia Angelina Marcus-Myers “When you wake up, take several deep belly breaths. During each breath, acknowledge parts of your body. Imagine sending oxygen to your eyes, nose, lips, throat, chest, arms, fingers, waist, legs and toes. Softly say, ‘I am grateful for my eyes. I am grateful for my hands. I am grateful for my heart,’ and so on. Affirmations to try during exercise or any other time: ‘My imperfections are beautiful and connect me to others. My body is good. I am worthy of taking up space.’ Write or type affirmations on a beautiful piece of paper and put them somewhere you’ll see daily.” Daily Techniques from Katie Hunt “Spend three minutes filling a piece of paper with things you love about yourself. Include physical, mental, spiritual and emotional things. The act of writing yourself a mini-love letter every day sets the tone for a day of taking good care of yourself. Listening to the body is a practice. At a minimum, run a daily head-to-toe body scan, taking note of what feels good and what needs extra care.”
Gratitude Yoga Poses from Andrea Stern Savasana or final resting pose (lying flat on your back with your arms by your side): “Use support (a rolled blanket or pillow) under the knees or thighs if that feels good. I love adding a body scan, sending breath to each muscle or joint, to my savasana, because it allows me to tap into my body and thank all the parts of me.” Ardha Uttanasana (half forward bend): “Place both hands on the kitchen counter or waist-high at the wall in front of you. Walk the feet back, folding at the waist. Press the fingertips into the wall or counter keeping the ears in line with the arms. Send energy up and out through the fingertips and down and out through the legs and heels. Keep the core engaged and the thigh muscles firm. You’ll feel this in your hamstrings, upper back and shoulders. Hold for three to five breaths and take a moment to bring gratitude into the present moment.”
A Movement Exercise by Loolwa Khazzoom “Get as comfortable as you can—whether lying down, sitting or standing. Scan your body and find both the places that feel constricted and painful, and the places that feel expansive and comfortable. Wave hello to the pain places and let those places know that you’ll give them your full attention in the next 10 minutes, half-hour or hour; however long feels right to you. Then set your intention to focus on the places that feel good. “Put on some gentle music you love, and fill with that music the places that feel good—even if the only pain-free place in your body is in your mind (imagination). Invite the comfortable parts of your body to move slowly and with a sense of ease when they are ready, moving from the music. Allow your body to make the tiniest of movements and recognize them as valid. “Be sure to stay within your comfort zones at all times. Keep in mind that you can always move more slowly or gently, with tinier gestures and in different ways. Explore the parameters of your comfort zones and fill them with ease, joy, grace and harmony. If you start to feel pain, back off what you are doing and get curious about how to stay in your comfort zone. As you dance, you may discover that the edges of pain move out farther and farther as you ride the waves of sound and organically expand your happy places until the pain begins melting away as a result of your pleasure.” November 2020 29
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Mindful Parenting The Conscious Path to Raising a Child by Ronica O’Hara
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o Bannerman, a Tucson nutritionist, was making homemade cookies with her toddler. “Or rather, making a mess while stirring cookies,” she recalls. “Something in me snapped. I wanted to take control, kick her out of the kitchen and do everything the ‘right’ way.” As Bannerman took a deep breath, a memory arose. “As a child, I was only allowed to count scoops of flour or teaspoons of vanilla. I was never allowed to fully, actively partici-
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pate in the kitchen. Everything had to be perfect, and I was not ‘good enough’ to make it so. I felt this in my core. Was I passing this on to my daughter?” Bannerman recalls that, after taking a moment to reset, she and her daughter “happily made a mess, a memory and a foundation for a brighter future together.” Bannerman, who blogs at NourishingFamilies.org, was practicing an increasingly popular approach in raising children known as either conscious, mindful, soulful, awake or peaceful parenting. Instead of focusing on shaping a child’s behavior through rules and discipline, which can bring up contentious issues of fear, ego and control, the focus is on connecting deeply with a child through love, authenticity and acceptance of the child’s innate nature. “It’s crucial we realize that we aren’t raising a ‘mini-me’, but a spirit, throbbing with its own signature,” says psychologist Shefali Tsabary, Ph.D., author of The Conscious Parent: Transforming Ourselves, Empowering Our Children. “Children aren’t ours to possess or own in any way. When we know this in the depths of our soul, we tailor their raising to their needs rather than molding them to fit our needs.” The transformation starts with—and hinges upon—parents understanding themselves deeply and realizing how their upbringing shapes their parenting actions. It’s not always easy, especially during housebound pandemic months. “Our children have the capacity to trigger us more than anyone else. So, when they exhibit childish behavior—which is, of course, part of their job description—it’s often hard for parents to stay calm,” says Laura Markham, Ph.D., a Brooklyn clinical psychologist and author of Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids. “We see our child’s behavior (He hit her again!), and we draw a conclusion (He’s going to be a psychopath!) which triggers other conclusions (I’ve failed as a mother!). This cascade of thoughts creates a runaway train of emotions—in this case, fear, dismay, guilt. We can’t bear those feelings. The best defense is a good offense, so we lash out at
our child in anger. The whole process takes all of two seconds, and later we wonder why we overreacted.” The answer often lies in our past, Markham says. “Any issue that makes you feel like lashing out has roots in your own early years. We know this because we lose our ability to think clearly at those moments, and we start acting like children ourselves, throwing our own tantrums.” The more deeply we know ourselves—whether through therapy, reading, journaling, meditation, mindfulness practices or simply facing head-on the hard knocks of life—the more open we are to forging a deep relationship with our children and the easier it is to calm ourselves in the moment of a trigger, psychologists say. Correcting a child becomes then a matter of being a guide or coach, rather than a law enforcer. “Disciplining from a place of presence or awakened consciousness means having the willingness to pause, reflect, course-correct as needed in the moment, apologize, take ownership, ask for help and to drop history and reset as needed,” says Renée Peterson Trudeau, the Brevard, North Carolina, author of Nurturing the Soul of Your Family and The Mother’s Guide to Self-Renewal. “Most of all, practice self-compassion. You will make mistakes. Forgive yourself and move on; this is beautiful modeling for your kids.” Jessica Speer, a family-book author in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, lives that process. Raised in a home “where anger wasn’t managed well,” she had no tools to draw on when she got triggered by her toddler’s tantrums. It was, she says, “a wake-up call that I needed help.” Diving deeply into books, mindfulness and meditation helped her to understand herself better. “Fast forward 10 years, and I still meditate regularly,” she says. “Now, when my daughter experiences big emotions, I try to ground myself so I can be there by her side. This has been so healing for both of us.”
Helpful Parenting Books The Conscious Parent: Transforming Ourselves, Empowering Our Children, by Shefali Tsabary, Ph.D. An Oprah favorite, she offers videos and other information at DrShefali.com. Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids: How to Stop Yelling and Start Connecting, by Laura Markham, Ph.D. Find videos and other resources at AhaParenting.com. Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child: The Heart of Parenting, by John Gottman, Ph.D., a marriage and family researcher. Gottman.com/parents offers videos, books and card decks to help develop emotional intelligence in kids. Nurturing the Soul of Your Family: 10 Ways to Reconnect and Find Peace in Everyday Life, by Renée Peterson Trudeau, with more information available at ReneeTrudeau.com. Growing Up Mindful: Essential Practices to Help Children, Teens, and Families Find Balance, Calm, and Resilience, by Christopher Willard, Psy.D. Find talks and workshops at DrChristopherWillard.com.
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Natural Beauty Homemade Solutions for Glowing Skin by April Thompson
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kin, our largest organ, plays an important role in supporting and protecting the rest of the body. That’s why it should be treated kindly by using natural, chemical-free ingredients. Many U.S. beauty products contain hidden chemicals, including dozens of ingredients that are banned in other counties. Even products labeled “organic” or “natural” can contain potentially harmful petrochemicals, according to the Environmental Working Group. A natural skincare routine doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Balms, masks, scrubs and toners can be made from healthy, everyday products already present in most homes. “Oats, yogurt, coconut oil, honey: there are many kitchen staples that you can easily use in your skincare routine,” says Marlene Adelmann, founder of the Herbal Academy, in Bedford, Massachusetts, and author of Botanical Skin Care Recipe Book. As an example, face masks can be made with ingredients from the spice rack, including turmeric and black pepper. “One-ingredient treatments, like a honey or yogurt mask, feel so good and are easy to make,” says Stephanie Gerber, the Nashville author of Hello Glow: 150+ Easy Natural Beauty Recipes for A Fresh New You. Facial, body and foot scrubs are great beginner creations, according to Stephanie Tourles, author of Pure Skin Care: Nourishing Recipes for Vibrant Skin & Natural Beauty. 32
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The Marble Falls, Texas, esthetician recommends starting with a base of sugar or salt and adding an edible oil such as almond, plus a few drops of an essential oil. Essential oils should be diluted—add only six to 12 drops per ounce of finished product. Her favorites are lavender, tea tree, sweet orange and frankincense. Lemon, lime and bergamot are phototoxic and can cause sensitivity if added to any scrub before sun exposure. “Scrubs are wonderful for softening, soothing and exfoliating the skin,” Tourles says, cautioning that salt scrubs can sting if applied after shaving or waxing. Other common ingredients that can be added are oats, almonds or sunflower seeds ground in a coffee grinder. When mixed with water, cream or yogurt, they offer a moisturizing facial treatment. Tourles loves homemade body balms using oil and a thickener such as cocoa butter or beeswax. “Balms are easy to make, great for kids and good for dry cuticles and lips. You don’t have to worry about ingredients spoiling. They condition the skin and smell great,” she says. In harsher weather, skin requires a
Connect with Washington, D.C., freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.
Homemade Mask Recipes Excerpted from Botanical Skin Care Recipe Book, by Marlene Adelmann Green Tea Facial Mask Green tea contains polyphenolic flavonoids called catechins, which are strongly antioxidant. It’s also an astringent and anti-inflammatory. Matcha green tea (a powder) makes a beautiful green mask that astringes and tones skin. Combined with aloe gel and honey for soothing moisture, this is a great recipe for the colder months when our skin needs rejuvenation.
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little extra TLC. Tourles suggests a hydrating winter toner made with a 50/50 mix of aloe vera juice and rosewater. “Honey is also nice for the face and incredibly hydrating for winter,” she says. “Simply warm a little bit, apply it to your clean face for 20 minutes, then rinse with warm water.” “People often forget to apply more moisturizer in winter. One of the best things you can do is exfoliate your face with a simple scrub to slough off dry, dead skin. Use gentler ingredients for your face than your body, like oats, baking soda or almonds ground finely,” says Gerber. For chapped lips, she recommends a gentle exfoliant like sugar and honey applied as an antibacterial lip scrub. “Matcha green tea makes a beautiful mask that astringes and tones skin. Combine it with aloe gel and honey for some soothing moisture in the colder months when our skin needs rejuvenation,” says Adelmann. Some products are best purchased from a commercial source. “You can make many preparations at home—from masks to cleansing scrubs, cleansers, lotions and creams—but when these recipes contain water, they have a short shelf life. If you are looking for something with a longer shelf life, you’re going to run into more complicated instructions incorporating preservatives,” says Adelmann. “Moisturizers, creamy cleansers and hand creams have the steepest learning curve to craft yourself,” says Tourles. “Trying to emulsify watery ingredients like herb tea and aloe vera with oils, butters or waxes is like mixing oil and vinegar in a salad dressing; these ingredients want to separate.” According to Gerber, sunscreen is another product worth buying rather than trying to make at home. Homemade or store-bought products aside, the best skin enhancer is a drink of water, according to Gerber. It doesn’t get easier or more economical than that.
2 Tbsp matcha or another green tea (Camellia sinensis) leaf powder 4 tsp aloe vera leaf gel 1-2 tsp raw honey Combine all ingredients and mix well. Adjust proportions, as needed, to achieve the desired consistency—add more honey and/or tea powder if it’s too fluid, or more aloe if it’s too thick. Apply gently to the face, avoiding the eyes. Leave in place for 20 to 40 minutes. Rinse the face with warm water and lightly pat it dry with a towel. Follow with moisturizer. Turmeric Facial Mask This is an anti-inflammatory, astringent and nutritive face mask with antimicrobial action that is well-suited for acne-prone skin. Combining turmeric with a fat, like yogurt, mitigates its staining effects. Test this recipe on a small area of skin before using. 1 Tbsp plain yogurt 1 tsp turmeric (Curcuma longa) rhizome powder 1 tsp raw honey Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. After washing the face, apply this mask and let it set for approximately 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water and gently pat dry with a clean towel. Black Pepper Facial Mask Piperine, a well-studied constituent of black pepper, has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant actions and can benefit acne-prone or mature skin. Mix ground peppercorns with body or facial scrub ingredients for a terrific exfoliant. Black pepper also does wonders for dull skin, encouraging blood to flow to the surface for a healthy radiance. Test this recipe on a small area of the skin before using and consider wearing gloves, as this recipe may discolor fingernails. 1 tsp plain yogurt ¼ tsp black pepper (Piper nigrum), ground Combine ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. After washing the face, apply this mask and let it set for approximately 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water and gently pat dry with a clean towel. November 2020 33
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Sherri Mitchell on Indigenous Wisdom for Our Times
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uthor of Sacred Instructions: Indigenous Wisdom for Living SpiritBased Change, Sherri Mitchell (Weh’na Ha’mu Kwasset) has been an attorney, spiritual teacher and indigenous rights activist for more than 25 years. Born and raised on the Penobscot Indian Reservation, she draws upon her ancestral knowledge to address environmental protection, social justice and spiritual change, offering a set of cultural values to help preserve our collective survival for future generations.
Why is a deeper understanding of the foundational laws of creation so important now? What people really need to understand about the laws of attraction and manifestation, which are foundational laws of creation, is that humans have been manifesting the reality they’ve been living in for a very, very long time. Connected by the laws of entanglement, whatever we are giving life to, whatever we are thinking, speaking and breathing out is creating the current that is manifesting the storm we are currently living. We are co-creators of this reality, and it is time to move beyond the kindergartenlevel of the law of attraction and take conscious responsibility for what we are actively creating, whether we intend it or not, because we are creating and putting things into motion all the time. We, as spiritual beings having a human experience, need to begin taking grown-up responsibility and move beyond the childlike dependence that colonization has imprinted within us. Human beings have set in motion all the ideologies and beliefs that are currently governing and manifesting the reality that 34
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reaches what appears to be an end point, and then it turns around and begins cannibalizing itself. For example, we’re seeing colonization of the commons—companies taking control of the majority of the Earth’s drinking and potable water and making a statement that human beings don’t have a right to that water. Water should be part of the commons and available to everyone equally. Cannibalization by ongoing colonization is also happening to our air through the Paris Agreement. Trading for shares of clean air through a carbon credit program is the greatest smoke-and-mirrors scam of our time. We are in the midst of the “Dance of the Cannibal Giant” with colonization and capitalism as key players.
What is the Dance of the Cannibal Giant?
we step into, moment-by-moment. According to the law of motion, this is going to stay in motion until it meets with an equal or greater force. That force is us. We need to stand in the path of the energy we have created and actively stop its movement. We need to transform the energetic pattern of it and shift it in another direction.
What is colonization? It’s difficult to talk about colonization in sound bites because it’s a complex subject. With regard to history, colonization was about taking over lands occupied by an indigenous population. The romanticized myth of colonization, the settling of the Americas, was unsettling. The language surrounding colonization makes it sound as if it was a wonderful thing, when it was actually disruptive, destructive and filled with violence and domination. Moving into and taking over an already occupied area to gain and maintain control over resources is an act of conquest and domination. We are not living in a postcolonial era. Colonization, like capitalism,
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It’s an indigenous extinction story for the human species. There are a number of them relevant to the times we are living in. In the Wabanaki tradition, Giwakwa, the cannibal giant, lives deep in the forest and only awakens to the Earth mother’s distressed cry. This lets Giwakwa know that humans are consuming faster than she can produce and harming her faster than she can heal. Awakened, Giwakwa plays music on his flute that dances people into frenzied, mindless, faster and faster consumption until they consume themselves off the planet, giving Mother Earth the opportunity to heal and renew. These indigenous extinction stories are active now across the globe. The only way to put the cannibal giant back to sleep is for us to wake up fully to the fact that the Earth is being damaged at a rate far greater than she can heal herself, and that there are many species on the verge of extinction. We are one of them. People must be incredibly discerning now. They must get grounded in their center to listen and heed the direction of their inner compass that will guide them in a right direction. For more information, visit SacredInstructions.life. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings.
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Giving Thanks
Meditation on Gratitude and Joy by Jack Kornfield
May you be joyful. May your happiness increase. May you not be separated from great happiness. May your good fortune and the causes for your joy and happiness increase.
Sense the sympathetic joy and caring in each phrase. When you feel some degree of offer this meditation that opens our hearts to gratitude and joy this holiday season. natural gratitude for the happiness of this loved Let yourself sit quietly and at ease. Allow your body to be relaxed and open, your one, extend this practice to another person you breath natural, your heart easy. Begin the practice of gratitude by feeling how that, year after year, you have cared for your own life. Now let yourself begin to acknowledge all that has care about. Recite the same simple phrases that express your heart’s intention. supported you in this care: Then, gradually open the meditation to inWith gratitude, I remember the people, animals, plants, insects, creatures of the sky and sea, clude neutral people, difficult people and even air and water, fire and earth, all whose joyful exertion blesses my life every day. With gratitude, I remember the care and labor of a thousand generations of elders and ances- enemies, until you extend sympathetic joy to all tors who came before me. beings everywhere, young and old, near and far. Practice dwelling in joy until the deliberate I offer my gratitude for the safety and well-being I have been given. effort of practice drops away and the intentions I offer my gratitude for the blessing of this Earth I have been given. of joy blend into the natural joy of your own I offer my gratitude for the measure of health I have been given. wise heart. I offer my gratitude for the family and friends I have been given. I offer my gratitude for the community I have been given. I offer my gratitude for the teachings and lessons I have been given. Jack Kornfield is a bestselling author, Buddhist I offer my gratitude for the life I have been given. practitioner and a key teacher in introducing and
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Just as we are grateful for our blessings, so we can be grateful for the blessings of others. Continue to breathe gently. Bring to mind someone you care about; someone it is easy to rejoice for. Picture them and feel the natural joy you have for their well-being, for their happiness and success. With each breath, offer them your grateful, heartfelt wishes:
spreading mindfulness practices in the West. For more information about his teachings, podcasts and books, visit JackKornfield.com. November 2020 35
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rom allergies to liver deficiency, many factors can itch, inflame and irritate the skin of our pets. A dog’s or cat’s skin can become damaged or compromised because the skin is the first line of defense against attacks from external substances. Skin problems in pets have many causes, yet a variety of herbs can help a dog or cat feel more comfortable. While the catalysts of acute-onset skin issues such as insect bites or sunburn are obvious and can be dealt with directly, most forms of skin and coat disease are caused by deeper issues that can be extremely difficult to identify and address. Chronic or recurring skin conditions that cannot be attributed to influences outside the body usually point to deeper health issues, some of which can be serious or even life-threatening. The greatest mistake one can make when assessing a skin problem is assuming the problem is only skin deep. And while topical salves, liniments, shampoos or lotions can be quite effective in temporarily suppressing itching and pain, they will not likely address the root causes of a dog’s or cat’s skin ailment. For that, the situation must be approached from the inside-out with diet and several key herbs. Many cases of chronic skin issues in dogs and cats are either directly attributable to or
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strongly influenced by inappropriate and allergy-inducing ingredients in pet foods. Be critical about the quality of pet foods and avoid those that contain meat byproducts, artificial flavors and preservatives, as well as all grains, especially wheat and corn. It’s also important to give a good fish or krill oil supplement to dogs and cats. The omega-3 fatty acids in these marine lipids play critical roles in regulating immune system inflammatory response to allergens. More specifically, they inhibit inflammation, while omega-6 fatty acids typically found in grains and vegetable oils stimulate inflammation. Both processes are necessary for healthy body functioning, but an imbalance of too much omega-6 sets the stage for skin allergies, a dull coat and excessive shedding. Liver deficiency is another common factor to consider. The liver is responsible for producing digestive enzymes and acids needed to break down and assimilate food while also filtering waste from the bloodstream. If the liver is deficient in any of these functions, excess waste that cannot be eliminated via normal pathways will wreak havoc on the body, often manifesting as a skin condition. If this happens, symptoms commonly recognized as pyoderma, eczema or psoriasis will increase as the body tries to eliminate the waste, pushing the toxins outward and away from vital internal organs toward the skin. In addition to dietary adjustments, liver support is helpful when it comes to skin problems, and this is where herbs come in. Burdock root (Arctium lappa). This herb has an ancient history as a skin remedy. It contains inulin, an indigestible polysaccharide constituent that serves as a prebiotic, feeding beneficial microflora in the gut and improving digestion. It also contains a broad variety of compounds that gently stimulate the liver at various levels to help detoxify the body and aid in transporting waste out of the bloodstream. Burdock can
be found as a tincture or a fresh root at many health food stores. Grate the fresh root liberally onto the pet’s food at each mealtime. Burdock is fairly neutral in flavor and very safe, so there’s no need to worry about overfeeding. Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale). The roots and leaves are highly nutritious. They contain a complex assortment of liver-supporting compounds as well as diuretic properties that aid the body in eliminating toxins via urination.
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Red clover (Trifolium pretense), alfalfa (Medicago sativa) and milk thistle (Silybum marianum). These are well-known blood cleansers worth considering. Look for formulas that contain a balanced array of all three. Greg Tilford is the CEO of Animal Essentials Inc., a natural pets supplement company. He is the author of five books, including Herbs for Pets: The Natural Way to Enhance Your Pet’s Life. For more information, visit AnimalEssentials.com.
Topical Herbs that Relieve the Itch
o heal a pet’s skin problems from the inside-out with good food and supplementation can take a few weeks. In the meantime, the itchy misery can be reduced with topical remedies. One of the most effective approaches is herbal astringents that work by quickly tightening skin and subcutaneous tissue, reducing inflammation and redness. Witch hazel. This herbal extract can be purchased as a clear liquid at any drugstore. It’s also the primary active ingredient in many commercial hemorrhoid ointments, as it reduces inflamed membranes very quickly. A dab or two of witch hazel applied with a cotton ball can work wonders against flea or mosquito bites. It’s important to know that most products are made with isopropyl alcohol, which is quite toxic if ingested in large amounts. Therefore, this extract should be reserved for situations in which only a few dabs are needed (i.e., don’t use it as a rinse). Better yet, look for witch hazel extract made with ethanol (grain alcohol) or vegetable glycerin, an edible palm oil derivative used in natural soaps and cosmetics for its emollient, skin-soothing qualities. Aloe vera. With its antibacterial properties, aloe vera gel works especially well when spotapplied directly to hot spots or insect bites. However, unless combined with an emollient, the drying and tightening properties of aloe vera could further exacerbate discomfort caused by dry, chapped skin. Calendula. Calendula officinalis, small marigold, is easy to grow or purchase in dry bulk form at natural product retailers. Cooled calendula tea, liberally applied to an animal’s skin and coat, can bring fast relief to inflamed skin and accelerate the healing of open sores. To make a soothing skin rinse, simply infuse two to four tablespoons of dried calendula flowers into a quart of near-boiling water. Allow the tea to cool completely, drench the pet with the tea and allow it to drip dry. Tea. Peppermint, chamomile and green teas are great for relieving itchy skin. Infuse four to six tea bags of any (or all) of these herbs into one quart of boiling water. Cool thoroughly and rinse the animal. Not only will it feel better, it will smell great, too.
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WHEN YOU’VE GOT THE BLUES By William H. Stager, DO, MS, MPH, FAAFP, FAAMA, FAAO, FACOFP dist.
Offering the best of integrative Eastern and Western Medicine.
William H. Stager, DO, MS, MPH,
FAAFP, FAAMA, FAAO, FACOFP dist.
Clinical Assoc. Professor, Dept. Family Medicine, NSUCOM Clinical Asst. Professor, Dept. Family Medicine, LECOM • AOBNMM Board Certified: Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine • AOBFP Board Certified: Family Practice • Cranial Osteopathy • Medical Acupuncture
Serving each person in body, mind and spirit to reach their highest light “Dr. Stager’s practice in West Palm Beach consists of integrating the best of Eastern and Western medicine, especially using gentle hands-on body work, body/mind energy work and acupuncture. Dr. Stager treats a wide variety of patients from all over the world, of all ages, ranging from newborn to elderly; from common general health to neuromusculoskeletal problems.”
Physician is a Medicare Provider 311 Golf Road, Suite 1100 West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Phone: 561-832-1894 Fax: 561-832-1590
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merry heart doeth good like medicine: but a broken spirit drieth up the bones.” (Proverbs 17:22) In light of the recent events that have touched us all: war, the economy, politics, the many stresses of life, etc., I have been asked to write about depression. I’ve been seeing a lot of this lately. Depression is more than sadness. Sadness is an acceptable reaction to a loss, within a finite period of time. Depression is deeper and has more physical and emotional signs and symptoms. The voice of depression feels hopeless and helpless. Depression can be triggered by events or can be a chemical or hormonal imbalance within oneself. Seeing the appropriate physician and doing the appropriate tests can lead to the proper diagnosis and treatment; especially if it’s a chemical or hormonal imbalance. The signs and symptoms of depression can creep up on us unnoticeably at first. These can be: tiredness, irritability, insomnia, headaches, musculoskeletal aches, persistent infections, digestive disorders and hypertension, to name a few. Anxieties, confusion, fears, despair, grief and guilt compound the picture. You may not understand what’s happening to you and you may feel or fear that no one else understands or cares. Depression affects every aspect of yourself and every relationship at home or at work. Depression is one of the more insidious diseases I know because an often major aspect of it is denial. Imagine having a disease which causes you to deny you have the disease! In other words, what if, say, having pneumonia caused you to deny having pneumonia, and therefore you didn’t get treated with the appropriate antibiotics? Depression is like that. You get so low and lethargic that life looks like a bottomless pit and there’s no way out. Well, that’s the dark voice of depression talking, and it’s lying to you!
Stress is not the enemy.
How does stress play a part? Stress is our perception and response to change. However, stress is not the enemy; how we deal with it makes the difference. And that bears repeating: how we deal with it makes the difference! We have all developed a wide variety of behavior patterns in response to the many stressors we have faced in our lives. Our bodies and minds normally function pretty well most of the time under most circumstances. But a big trauma or a series of smaller daily traumas can push us over the edge, and our bodies and minds can wear down or shut down before you know it. Life can come to a halt or we can sort of limp along with the ranks of the
walking wounded, or we can manage to bounce back again. The time factor depends on many things. How were we before the major event? Were we healthy and happy, with a solid foundation, or were we already on shaky ground, ready to be pushed over the edge at the slightest provocation? What kind of support system did we have at home, at work, spiritually, medically, etc.? How do we use our support systems? One can see that how we respond and recover and at what speed are a function of many factors and behavior patterns.
Support and help.
Having a support system is vital. Friends and family, at home and work, can provide all kinds of help. Sun Si-Miao (581-682 AD), the great Chinese physician, in his 99th year, wrote that people have illnesses because they don’t have love in their lives. What about spirituality: the most important, yet often most ignored part of us? What is your belief system, your internal support system, and how do you handle what appears to be good or bad in this world? Do you pray or meditate, do you read inspiring books or Holy Scriptures? I remember my grandmother always turning to the 23rd Psalm for comfort in times of trouble. Do you belong to a spiritual or religious group? Bookstores abound with hundreds of good books on health issues, self-help, spirituality, religion, meditation and prayer. We will review some of those books here in this magazine from time to time, and we encourage our readers to check our calendar of events for meetings, lectures, etc. Medically, where, when and how do you get your help? There are physicians of every specialty to address our many faceted selves. Psychiatrists, psychologists, family physicians, social workers, counselors and therapists are all there to help us. Ask your friends, check the phone book, newspapers, radio, TV, bulletin boards, etc., for direction. There are many alternative, complementary or holistic/integrative health care practitioners who also may help at many different levels. And much of the easier aspects of alternative health care can be done yourself; such as simple diet, yoga, self massage, vitamins and supplements, over-thecounter homeopathic remedies and herbs. Keep an open mind, and remember that neither “medicine” nor “alternative” treatments, drugs or procedures are the enemy. One or both may have the answer for you. Some effort and exploration on your part may be necessary to find the right one at the right time for you.
Happiness is a choice.
Do you remember the old story about the patient who was very sick and who prayed to God for help? Soon after, a series of people appeared at his door, each offering their particular services, ranging from medicine to surgery to herbs and so on. He kept refusing them, because he was waiting for some miracle from heaven to instantly heal him. Finally, when his idea of a miracle hadn’t occurred, he again complained to God, saying that God wasn’t listening. God (Who is always listening and caring) replied that, in fact, all the help in the form of many choices had been offered to him. Attitude, perception and vocabulary all make a difference, and these are all things we can control and change. For instance, simply naming something differently will change our perception or feeling of it. Is the glass half full or half empty? When handed sour lemons do you make sweet lemonade? Do you remember that happiness is a choice and that you can choose to be happy and grateful here and now?
More Things To Do
Diet, exercise, sports, hobbies, yoga, tai chi, music, dance, arts and theater are all therapeutic; and you can do them alone or with a friend. Good body work is one of everybody’s favorites. Osteopathic manipulation, massage therapy, and acupuncture are some of my favorites. There are a
zillion other therapies out there. Have fun and explore, reach out, touch and be touched! Touching has many meanings and benefits for us, as we all have experienced from birth right on up to now. Good body work can soothe us, heal us and uplift us. A lot you can learn to do on yourself. The possibilities are endless. Bach Flower Remedies: these are also favorites of ours, and these homeopathic remedies can be found in your local health food stores. There are 38 of them, each relating to a different emotion, and I will list 4 of them in particular here: • • • •
Rescue Remedy: for general relief and relaxation Sweet Chestnut: for the feeling of reaching the limits of endurance Star of Bethlehem: for great distress, loss or fright Oak: for one who is despondent but struggles on.
A few drops a few times a day can be ingested or rubbed on you, sprinkled in your room or on your clothing. They can be mixed and matched. A few drops in a bath (Rescue Remedy is great) are really nice at the end of a long day. Aromatherapy: Rose, Jasmine, Geranium, Lavender, Clary Sage, plus many others for different aspects. Use 5 –10 drops in a bath, or make a massage blend with 5 drops per teaspoon of vegetable oil (there are many types used for massage). Again, these may be found in your health food store. Some oils can be put directly on the skin or inhaled, and some can’t; so be aware and read or ask before you use them. St. John’s Wort: (Hypericum perforatum) this proven antidepressant, named after St. John the Baptist, has been used for over 2000 years and has earned a worldwide reputation as a treatment for mild depression equivalent to our modern medicines. It is also an antioxidant, antiinflammatory and antibiotic. Because it is strong, do not mix it with other antidepressants without consulting an expert. Its’ adverse affects include photosensitivity, and interactions with antidepressants, stimulants and anticonvulsants. Dosages vary. There are many medical antidepressants and anxiolytics offered by your physicians, all of which can be helpful. There are dozens of other remedies to be found in your health food stores, such as Homeopathic remedies, Chinese herbs, SAMe, and so on. Check them out with the help of an appropriate professional.
Remember
Our attitudes, perceptions and behaviors are ours and we can change them. How we view our challenges will determine how we treat them. See your challenges, illnesses and injuries as a chance to examine your life, your perceptions and beliefs, your behavior patterns and relationships. Translate and transform pain into a new life, personal development, new or reaffirmed goals and expanded consciousness. William H. Stager, DO, MS, MPH, FAAFP, FAMA, FAAO, FACOFP AOBNMM Board Certified: Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine/Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine. AOBFP Board Certified: Family Medicine. Medical Acupuncture. Clinical Professor, Department of Family Medicine, NSUCOM. Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Family Medicine, LECOM Medical Director, Flagler Institute for Rehabilitation, Inc. 311 Golf Road, Suite 1100, West Palm Beach, FL 33407 Tel. 561-832-1894, Fax 561-832-1590. November 2020 39
Share your gratitude with others. When you express gratitude to others not only does it make their day a little brighter, but it will increase your own level of gratitude and happiness. Show your appreciation through a smile, a text, thank you note or a phone call. Spend time with friends and family. Practice the art of listening and support your friends and family. Find ways to build others up and find positive ways to share genuine compliments with them. Connecting with others improves physical health and psychological well-being.
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PRACTICING GRATITUDE
hanksgiving is an opportunity to give thanks for what we have, for the relationships we cherish with our friends and family, for our health – a time to celebrate all life’s blessings. This is a powerful time of the year for taking time to reflect upon those things we are most grateful for. Gratitude has been consistently associated with greater happiness. But gratitude doesn’t have to be saved for special occasions. The habit of being grateful starts with appreciating even the smallest things in life. Start incorporating gratitude into your life on a daily basis and you will quickly notice your life filling with more things to be grateful for. Here are 5 ways to practice gratitude daily: Develop the habit of being grateful. One of our greatest gifts is the ability to choose what to focus on. The best way you can begin your day is by counting your blessings. Take time daily to write down five things that you are grateful for. Fill up with the feeling of gratitude in your body. There is nothing too small to be grateful for, count things such as being able to start your day with a warm shower or receiving a note from a friend. You can also try writing things you are grateful for that you may not yet have in your life. What are you working toward or believing for – feel grateful for that now. As you develop the daily habit of gratitude you will notice that you are naturally more grateful and have more empathy and happiness in your life.
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Focus on positive thoughts and solutions. No matter where you are and what your situation is, your focus can be shifted to something positive. Finding fault and complaining drain our energy. It is important to combat negative thinking. Dwelling on the negative will keep us stuck in an unhealthy place. Make sure to focus on the good things that happen in a day and not the one bad thing that didn’t go well. Sometimes we have to practice objectivity – what would you say to a friend who had that problem? As you focus on gratitude and positive outcomes, this type of thinking will become like second nature over time. Take a moment at the end of each day to focus on the things that went well. This is a positive way to end your day and will improve your mindset by promoting contentment – no matter how your day was, you will sleep a bit better than you would have. Give back. Volunteering is a powerful way to share your gratitude with others. Even small acts of kindness can symbolize your appreciation of others and their situations. Feel grateful for the capacity to volunteer your time – this can include things such as helping in a soup kitchen while knowing you are so grateful for the healthy food you have at home lining your pantry and refrigerator shelves. It’s easy to take all of our blessings for granted. Stop and be grateful, even if just for a simple glass of clean water. We maintain our lives because of water. Research shows us that practicing gratitude boosts our emotional well-being as well as physical health. Every day is a good day to enhance our lives through giving thanks. Diane Duvall, Life Coach and Certified Health Coach for the Lifestyle Medicine Practice of Dr. Geni Abraham, Board Certified, American Board of Internal Medicine. Our Internal Medicine Practice is an integrated medical practice with a focus on Lifestyle Medicine. We offer health coaching sessions to help you reach your personal goals. Dr. Geni Abraham, Medical Specialists of the Palm Beaches, Inc., 205 JFK Drive, Atlantis FL 33462. Phone: (561) 432-8935, Visit DrGeniAbraham.com and Follow us on Facebook: Dr. Geni Abraham
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SUNDAY NOVEMBER 1 Aloha! We hope everyone is doing well and ready for surf season! This Novemeber, we will be offering Camp for private and public school Thanksgiving Holiday week. On Thursday ( Thanksgiving Day) we will be operating half day from from 9-12:30. The Dates : Novemebr 23-27th Mon- Friday Location: Loggerhead Park Hours: 9-2:30 Cost: $300 If you wouid like to register, please go to our website @ www.alohasurfingschool.com for registration. Mahalo! Dream Angels is NOW OPEN!!! Welcome to Dream Angels! We offer tools, resources, and information for anyone exploring their spiritual path. Our shop includes books, candles, incense, oils, herbs, jewelry, gifts, and much more! We also have daily psychic readings, classes, and events! Wednesdays 12pm - 6pm Thursdays 12pm - 6pm Fridays 12pm 6pm Saturdays 11am - 4pm Shop policies: 1) Please wear a mask in the shop.2) Only 2 people permitted in the shop at one time. 3) Please limit your visit to only 15 minutes. Readings: - IN-PERSON readings are Saturdays ONLY with Angie, 12pm - 4pm. (Call our shop Thursday - Saturday to make an appointment: 561-745-9355.) - Mandee is conducting PHONE readings on Wednesdays, 1pm-4pm. (Call our shop Thursday - Saturday to make an appointment: 561-745-9355.) - Angela is ONLY conducting PHONE readings. To learn more about Angela and to book an appointment, please visit her website at: www.AngelaBoswell.com/Readings.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4 AGAPE HEALING ARTS TAI CHI for EVERYONE When: Every Wednesday from Noon - 1:00pm Description: Tai Chi is often described as a Moving Meditation, which Harvard School of Medicine describes as "Medicine in Motion." There is growing
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evidence that this mind-body practice, which originated in China as a martial art, has significant value in treating or preventing many health issues. Tai Chi can be easily adapted for anyone, from the most fit to people confined to wheelchairs to advanced martial artists. Investment: $18 per class or series of 4 for $60. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: HOURS Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM Sat: 12PM - 5PM https://www. agapehealingarts.com/ 385 Tequesta Drive Ste. 4 Tequesta FL 33469 ~ Office 561-762-4273
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 6 ACUPUNCTURE HAPPY HOUR Every Friday from Noon - 1:00PM Acupuncture Happy Hour is a wonderfully affordable way to incorporate acupuncture into your weekly routine. This special auricular treatment features the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association's (NADA) five point protocol, which can help with detoxification symptoms, cravings, insomnia, stress, and anxiety. We'll meet you in our Community Room, where you can relax in one of our comfortable anti-gravity lounge chairs. Description: The mission of ACUPUNCTURE HAPPY HOUR is to make acupuncture accessible to EVERYBODY. We provide acupuncture treatments in a warm and welcoming community setting at a low cost. Drs. Keith and Bella will usually insert approximately 5 points into each of your ears for an effective 30 minute detox treatment. Whether you're in the process of recovery, quitting smoking, or simply wish for a healthy way to unwind during a stressful work week, we hope to meet you at Happy Hour! Investment: $50 per treatment. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. HOURS Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM Sat: 12PM - 5PM - 385 Tequesta Drive Ste. 4 Tequesta FL 33469 ~ Office 561-762-4273 www.agapehealingarts.com/
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 7 Laura Norman Holistic Reflexology - *Live, Online* Professional Reflexology Certification Program (Foot•Hand•Face•Ear), Nov 7-8, 14-15, 20-22, Dec 5-6, 12-13, Jan 16-17, 23-24, Feb 19-21, Apr 9-11, 24-25. Ready to make a difference and be appreciated for what you do? Study Laura Norman’s unique holistic Method *live, online over Zoom* through extensive, guided, hands-on experience! Learn powerful nurturing relaxation and hundreds of Foot, Hand, and Face Reflexology techniques, Laura’s holistic approach, and become a Professional Reflexologist. Led by Master Instructor Sande Rosen. Take your first step toward a new career in complementary healthcare or expand your current practice! Upon completion, receive a Certificate with seal (Florida LMT, NCBTMB, AMTA, CE Contact Hours awarded). Location: Right at home - over
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WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 11 AGAPE HEALING ARTSTAI CHI for EVERYONE When: Every Wednesday from Noon - 1:00pm Description: Tai Chi is often described as a Moving Meditation, which Harvard School of Medicine describes as "Medicine in Motion." There is growing evidence that this mind-body practice, which originated in China as a martial art, has significant value in treating or preventing many health issues. Tai Chi can be easily adapted for anyone, from the most fit to people confined to wheelchairs to advanced martial artists. Investment: $18 per class or series of 4 for $60. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: HOURS Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM Sat: 12PM - 5PM www.agapehealingarts.com/ 385 Tequesta Drive Ste. 4 Tequesta FL 33469 ~ Office 561-762-4273
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 13 ACUPUNCTURE HAPPY HOUR Every Friday from Noon - 1:00PM Acupuncture Happy Hour is a wonderfully affordable way to incorporate acupuncture into your weekly routine. This special auricular treatment features the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association's (NADA) five point protocol, which can help with detoxification symptoms, cravings, insomnia, stress, and anxiety. We'll meet you in our Community Room, where you can relax in one of our comfortable anti-gravity lounge chairs. Description: The mission of ACUPUNCTURE HAPPY HOUR is to make acupuncture accessible to EVERYBODY. We provide acupuncture treatments in a warm and welcoming community setting at a low cost. Drs. Keith and Bella will usually insert approximately 5 points into each of your ears for an effective 30 minute detox treatment. Whether you're in the process of recovery, quitting smoking, or simply wish for a healthy way to unwind during a stressful work week, we hope to meet you at Happy Hour! Investment: $50 per treatment. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. HOURS Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM Sat: 12PM - 5PM - 385 Tequesta Drive Ste. 4 Tequesta FL 33469 ~ Office 561-762-4273 www.agapehealingarts.com/
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 18 AGAPE HEALING ARTS TAI CHI for EVERYONE When: Every Wednesday from Noon - 1:00pm Description: Tai Chi is often described as a Moving Meditation, which Harvard School of Medicine describes as "Medicine in Motion." There is growing evidence that this mind-body practice, which originated in China as a martial art, has significant
value in treating or preventing many health issues. Tai Chi can be easily adapted for anyone, from the most fit to people confined to wheelchairs to advanced martial artists. Investment: $18 per class or series of 4 for $60. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: HOURS Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM Sat: 12PM - 5PM https://www.agapehealingarts. com/ 385 Tequesta Drive Ste. 4 Tequesta FL 33469 ~ Office 561-762-4273
Feng Shui is the ancient practice of wind and water. How things flow in your life. Sometimes a few simple changes can make all the difference.
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 20 Palm Beach Outlets (PalmBeachOutlets.com) will host the Deck the Palms Boutique Market presented by the Junior League Deck the Palms is the Junior League of the Palm Beaches’ largest annual fundraising event. The market will be open to the public with free admission on Saturday, November 21st. 100% of proceeds from the event go toward supporting the community programs of the Junior League of the Palm Beaches. The 12th Annual Deck the Palms Holiday Boutique Market will feature an outdoor marketplace with more than 130 local and international artisans, clothiers, jewelers, specialty gifteries, culinary vendors, small businesses, and nonprofit organizations. The market will be open from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Friday and 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday. Social distancing and safety precautions will be followed. DECK THE PALMS Opening Night Kick-Off Party Friday, November 20th from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. General admission is $5 and the party will feature a live band and V.I.P. Access option.VIP Access Friday, November 20th from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.Saturday, November 21st from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. VIP passes are $35 and include: Admission and access to a VIP Luxury Lounge during the Opening Night Kick-Off, Reception on Friday, Access to the VIP Luxury Lounge during the market on Saturday, November 21st from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. VIP tickets include two drink tickets. Advance ticket purchase is encouraged. Limited tickets will be available at the market entrance, with cash payment only. Must be 21 and older. ACUPUNCTURE HAPPY HOUR Every Friday from Noon - 1:00PM Acupuncture Happy Hour is a wonderfully affordable way to incorporate acupuncture into your weekly routine. This special auricular treatment features the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association's (NADA) five point protocol, which can help with detoxification symptoms, cravings, insomnia, stress, and anxiety. Whether you're in the process of recovery, quitting smoking, or simply wish for a healthy way to unwind during a stressful work week, we hope to meet you at Happy Hour! Investment: $50 per treatment. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. HOURS Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM Sat: 12PM - 5PM - 385 Tequesta Drive Ste. 4 Tequesta FL 33469 ~ Office 561-762-4273 www.agapehealingarts.com/ Laura Norman Holistic Reflexology – *Live, Online* 3-Day Face Reflexology Certification, Nov 20-22 (Fri, 6:30pm-9:30pm • Sat-Sun, 10:30am-6pm). Part of our Professional Certification Program, Face Reflexology Certification is also appropriate if you are new to Reflexology or are a Health or Beauty Professional who would like to
FENG SHUI YOUR HOME OR OFFICE, INTRODUCING BALANCE INTO YOUR LIFE? Together we can safely view your home or office via zoom to determine what areas need corrections to help increase your finances and improve your health. PERSONAL PROFILE (30 minutes) $60 INTUITIVE FENG SHUI Consultation (3 hours) $450 FULL ANALYSIS (full chart 2 weeks) $800
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How Healthy Are You-Really? Tired? Anxious, Nervous, Depressed? Indigestion, Bloating? Heartburn, GERD? Hot Flashes, Night Sweats? Trouble Sleeping? Dizzy, Lightheaded? Headaches, Sinus Congestion? IBS-D, IBS-C or Mixed? Constantly Getting Sick? Unresponsive To Treatment?
Holiday week. On Thursday ( Thanksgiving Day) we will be operating half day from from 9-12:30. The Dates : Novemebr 23-27th Mon- Friday Location: Loggerhead Park Hours: 9-2:30 Cost: $300 If you wouid like to register, please go to our website @ www.alohasurfingschool.com for registration. Mahalo!
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Dr. Nadia R. Malek
Chiropractic Physician Board Certified Chiropractic Internist Board Certified Nutrition
Get On The Road To Wellness! Malek Clinic for Natural Healing, LLC
Functional Medicine and Nutrition NeuroEmotional Technique-NET Applied Kinesiology (AK/QA) Dedicated To Your Health for Over 30 Years (561) 357-8495 3900 Woodlake Blvd Suite 205, Lake Worth, FL 33463 Visit our website at www.drnadiamalek.com for more information.
“Life as a Spiritual Adventure” You are invited to join a Free Spiritual Audio Café at 11:00 am – a one hour conference call format discussion hosted by Eckankar. Come share the joy of connecting with positive like-minded friends for a lively and inspirational one-hour discussion on a wide-variety of spiritually related topics. We hope you can make it!” Presented by The Palm Beach County Eckankar Center, a chapter of Florida Satsang Society, Chartered Affiliate of Eckankar. For more information call our local Eckankar Center at (561)434-2003, find us on www.meetup.com/eckankarinpalmbeach or Facebook at Eckankar Palm Beach County.For information about Eckankar—The Path of Spiritual Freedom visit www.eckankar.org
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 25 AGAPE HEALING ARTS TAI CHI for EVERYONE When: Every Wednesday from Noon - 1:00pm Description: Tai Chi is often described as a Moving Meditation, which Harvard School of Medicine describes as "Medicine in Motion." There is growing evidence that this mind-body practice, which originated in China as a martial art, has significant value in treating or preventing many health issues. Tai Chi can be easily adapted for anyone, from the most fit to people confined to wheelchairs to advanced martial artists. Investment: $18 per class or series of 4 for $60. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: HOURS Mon Fri: 9AM - 6PM Sat: 12PM - 5PM www.agapehealingarts.com/ 385 Tequesta Drive Ste. 4 Tequesta FL 33469 ~ Office 561-762-4273
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 27 add powerful, unique, relaxing and healing techniques to your wellness services. Many LMT's and skin care specialists (Facial Specialists, Estheticians) register for this class to earn Laura Norman Face Reflexology Certification and expand their practice and income. In our 3-day *live, online* class you will learn our holistic approach to Face Reflexology, including Laura Norman's new Face Reflexology techniques and our unique Face Reflexology protocols. Receive a Certificate of Completion in Laura Norman Face Reflexology, and be skilled to begin practicing these unique techniques. (Florida LMT, NCBTMB, AMTA, AOTA CE Contact Hours Awarded).. Location: right at home, over Zoom. Register online at www.lauranorman.com • Call us at 561-272-1220, email us at classes@lauranorman.com
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 21 Dream Angels is NOW OPEN!!! Welcome to Dream Angels! We offer tools, resources, and information for anyone exploring their spiritual path. Our shop includes books, candles, incense, oils, herbs, jewelry, gifts, and much more! We also have daily psychic readings, classes, and events! Wednesdays 12pm - 6pm Thursdays 12pm - 6pm Fridays 12pm - 6pm Saturdays 11am - 4pm Shop policies: 1) Please wear a mask in the shop.2) Only 2 people permitted in the shop at one time. 3) Please limit your visit to only 15 minutes. Readings: - IN-PERSON readings are Saturdays ONLY with Angie, 12pm - 4pm. (Call our shop Thursday Saturday to make an appointment: 561-745-9355.) Learn more about Angie here: BIO - Mandee is conducting PHONE readings on Wednesdays, 1pm-4pm. (Call our shop Thursday - Saturday to make an appointment: 561-745-9355.) Learn more about Mandee here: BIO - Angela is ONLY conducting PHONE readings. To learn more about Angela and to book an appointment, please visit her website at: www.AngelaBoswell.com/Readings. (The shop does not have her scheudule.)
MONDAY NOVEMBER 23 Aloha! We hope everyone is doing well and ready for surf season! This Novemeber, we will be offering Camp for private and public school Thanksgiving
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ACUPUNCTURE HAPPY HOUR Every Friday from Noon - 1:00PM Acupuncture Happy Hour is a wonderfully affordable way to incorporate acupuncture into your weekly routine. This special auricular treatment features the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association's (NADA) five point protocol, which can help with detoxification symptoms, cravings, insomnia, stress, and anxiety. We'll meet you in our Community Room, where you can relax in one of our comfortable anti-gravity lounge chairs. Description: The mission of ACUPUNCTURE HAPPY HOUR is to make acupuncture accessible to EVERYBODY. We provide acupuncture treatments in a warm and welcoming community setting at a low cost. Drs. Keith and Bella will usually insert approximately 5 points into each of your ears for an effective 30 minute detox treatment. Whether you're in the process of recovery, quitting smoking, or simply wish for a healthy way to unwind during a stressful work week, we hope to meet you at Happy Hour! Investment: $50 per treatment. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. HOURS Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM Sat: 12PM 5PM - 385 Tequesta Drive Ste. 4 Tequesta FL 33469 ~ Office 561-762-4273 www.agapehealingarts.com/
MONDAY NOVEMBER 30 Laura Norman Holistic Reflexology - *Live, Online* Professional Reflexology Certification Program (Foot•Hand•Face•Ear), Nov 7-8, 14-15, 20-22, Dec 5-6, 12-13, Jan 16-17, 23-24, Feb 19-21, Apr 9-11, 24-25. Ready to make a difference and be appreciated for what you do? Study Laura Norman’s unique holistic Method *live, online over Zoom* through extensive, guided, hands-on experience! Learn powerful nurturing relaxation and hundreds of Foot, Hand, and Face Reflexology techniques, Laura’s holistic approach, and become a Professional Reflexologist. Led by Master Instructor Sande Rosen. Take your first step toward a new career in complementary healthcare or expand your current practice! Upon completion, receive a Certificate with seal (Florida LMT, NCBTMB, AMTA, CE Contact Hours awarded). Location: Right at home - over Zoom! Complete info online at www.lauranorman.com/classes.html • Call us at 561-272-1220, email us at classes@lauranorman.com for a free consultation.
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Acupuncturist - existing practice to join established busy Jupiter day spa. 561.745.9944 Tammy.
About Seamless Gutters
Specializing In: Gutters • Fascia • Soffit • Rain Barrels About Seamless Gutters has been serving Palm Beach County, Florida for over 40 years, since 1970! We are licensed and insured, offer warranties on our products and work, and provide free estimates. Our Products are designed to withstand the harsh elements that Florida weather has to offer. For that very reason, we can offer confidence with our warranty packages! We offer more than 21 aluminum color options to blend in with your home’s design, and have copper available upon request. Although our products are not installed for decorative purposes, they will improve the appearance of your property and increase its value! Our gutters are flawless and customized to the exact dimensions of your structure. We build your gutters on-site with the highest quality materials. High-end materials and our expert craftsmanship are the solution to directing rainfall off your head and into the landscape.
Call Today! (561) 667-2580 Email: jim@aboutseamlessgutters.com
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ACUPUNCTURE
BODY SCULPTING
AGAPE HEALING ARTS
ANTI-AGING CENTER OF BOCA
Health & Wellness Center Tequesta FL 33469 561-762-4273 www.AgapeHealingArts.com www.WombWellness.shop www.BellaBirthing.com
33 SE 4th Street, Suite 102 Boca Raton FL 33432 888-287-3989 AntiAgingCenterOfBoca.com
Specializing in taking years off your face and body without invasive surgery, injections or other painful procedures. Plus acupuncture, facials, waxing and much more.
Dr. Keith Cini AP, DOM Acupuncture Physician Dr. Bella Lauren AP, DOM, LM, LMBT Acupuncture Physician, Herbalist & Midwife Certified Arvigo Teacher
COLON HYDROTHERAPY
AGAPE HEALING ARTS is a Boutique Clinic and Wellness Center offering Concierge Integrative Services which includes Acupuncture, Oriental Medicine, massage and an array of different healing modalities. Family owned and operated since 2013.
ERIN SCHLOYER, CT, LMT SPA LAVAGE
GARDENS WHOLISTIC HEALTHCENTER
Spa Lavage is Boca’s premier colon hydrotherapy spa. Research studies suggest that a healthy colon promotes happiness. The atmosphere of Spa Lavage is one of tranquility and cleanliness. It features Grace, an open system, Class II medical device. Grace is similar in design to the Libbe and Angel of Water. The device features a thin, sterile, single-use nozzle and has a flow controller that can adjust the stream of water to provide a gentle and relaxing experience. Lic. MM34363, MA78533
Dr. Bill Rice, DC, LAc, DCBCN 4360 Northlake Blvd., 2nd Floor Palm Beach Gardens, 33410 561-439-6644 • Healthy-Answers.com Experience Feeling Great! Dr. Rice – a wholistic physician serving patients since 1977 using Acupuncture, Kinesiology, Gentle Chiropractic care and Nutritional Counseling. We L i s t e n • We C a r e We Get Results.
ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE 16244 S. Military Trail Suite 120 Delray Beach FL 33484 phone:561-498-1414 www.drelishaomd.com doctoresther@att.net
Dr. Esther Elisha, AP is a Hadassah Medical School graduate MD practicing alternative medicine. *Acupuncture *Homeopathy *Holistic Therapy *Tailored Wellness Programs *Pain Management *General Health Enhancement We accept all major insurance companies. Call to see if your’s covers acupuncture!
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JOHN V. TERRUSA, L.C.T. L.M.T. Colon Care-since 1985 Tequesta / 561-745-9170 Lic #MA0006248 / Lic # MM27361
THE HEALING CENTER FOR ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
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5458 Town Center Rd, Suite 26 Boca Raton, FL 33486 Spalavage.com • erin@spalavage.com 561.617.0607
90% of all sickness starts in the colon. Detoxification center specializing in gentle, caring combination of colonics, massage, and energy work for mind, body and spirit. Disposable speculums & filtered systems. Only registered hydroenterologist in FL-1 of 26 members of American Hydroenterology Association. Ionized Footbath. Now offering AVACEN revolutionary therapy for pain relief and Microcirculation Boost An increase in microcirculation enhances oxygen delivery and nutrition to the skeletal muscles while carrying away toxins. The result… healthier, more relaxed muscles throughout the entire body. Call for details.
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CLAIRVOYANT/ MEDIUM/ INTUITIVE CONSULTANT DR. DEBORAH ARMENTI
www.amysticalage.com Empower Yourself/ Holistic, Healer/ Health Coach Life/ Relationship Guide Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 561-285-1479 email: amysticalage@yahoo.com *Psychic Readings *Medical Intuitive* Medium *Clairvoyant* Consultant* Medium* Astrologer* Numerologist* Reiki* Guidance that helps you with when, what and why of past experiences. Guidance in present situation; answers to why re-occurrence's may continue; guidance on how to pave the way, for a more fulfilling future; help that will guide you on your path, which will empower you to a higher level of mind, body and spirit. Expertise include: Relationships, finance, family, health, past life influences, life purpose, path fulfillment, energy healing, spiritual health. For an appointment call 561-285-1479
CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY EILEEN YOCHEVED HANDE, BS, MA, LMT (SINCE 1993) The Massage Room at Back in Balance 7035 Beracasa Way, Ste 104 Boca Raton, FL 33433 www.bodymassageandbeyond.com 561-715-6185
Alternative Pain Management and Advanced Massage Therapies *Upledger Certified CranioSacral Therapy *Deep Tissue Massage *Reiki Master, Reflexology *Electro-Therapy Point Stim Certified (ETPS). I have developed innovative approaches to Pain Relief through the integration of these Heaing Therapies for the treatment of: Car Accident Injuries, Headaches, TMJ, Stress, Sciatica, Neck and Back pain, Plantar Fasciitis, post surgical stiffness. Even Doctors have become my patients!! MA 14975; MM 10999
DAY RETREATS THERMAE RETREAT DELRAY
Delray 205 NE 5th Terrace Delray Beach, Florida 33444 561-332-5883 www.thermaeretreat.com Thermae Retreat Delray ~ An Organic, Wellness Retreat offering Finnish and Infrared Saunas, Organic Skincare, Sacred Body Work, Custom Massage, Holistic Healing, Meditation. Sauna Memberships available.
DOULA SOUL INSPIRED WELLNESS, HOLISTIC BIRTH CARE
Brooke Sternberg BD, APD, CLC, RMT 561-403-2486 • SoulInspiredWellness.co Offering a holistic approach to childbirth with continuous labor support and ayurvedic postpartum care to cultivate a deep connection between your mind, body, and baby.
FENG SHUI JULI EDWARDS FENG SHUI CONSULTING
561-367-5010 • www.juliedwards.net Juli Edwards has been practicing Feng Shui Consulting since 2009. Allow her keen, intuitive eye to safely view your home or office via ZOOM to determine what areas need corrections to help increase your finances and improve your health. Good Feng Shui will help to reduce stress; bringing in love, joy and tranquility. Sometimes a few simple changes can make all the difference. Call 561-367-5010 or visit www.juliedwards.net
FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE HOLISTIC PSYCHIATRIST MADELEINE M CASTELLANOS, MD
Functional Medicine / Holistic Psychiatrist 4800 N Fed Hwy Boca Raton, FL 33431 917.454.8444 * thebodymindmd.com Western medicine would have you believe that medications will “cure” what ails you. I believe that the truth to your health starts with giving your body what it really needs to create health. Let me help you explore what imbalances are creating your symptoms, which toxins are causing dysfunctions in your system, and how to correct these to reverse and prevent “dis”ease. Fatigue, sleep issues, memory problems & dementia, mood changes, hormones, and disease prevention.
FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE MERNA MATILSKY, M.D.
Board Certified Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine and Family Medicine 2900 N. Military Trail, Suite 245 Boca Raton, FL 33431 561-994-2007 • www.bocamed.com www.facebook.com/bocaimaginewellness
HOLISTIC HAIR SALON GLISTEN ORGANIC SALON
14545 S. Military Trail Delray Beach, Fl 33484 Phenix Salon Suites Suite 102 Nw Corner Atlantic Ave/ Military 561-767-0371 • glistensalon.com glistenorganic@gmail.com “ Where nature and beauty meet” A hidden jewel in the heart of Central Delray. Come and relax in the serene, private environment while receiving the finest in organic and conventional services and products. Let years of experience and professionalism guide you to Delrays First and Best Organic Salon. Celebrating 12 years.
HOLISTIC VETERINARIAN HEALING HEART
Nancy A. Keller, DVM, CVH, CVA, CVC 222 W. Boynton Beach Blvd. Boynton Beach, FL 33435 561-740-1313 FAX 561-740-0819 Integration of Ancient Wisdom and Modern Medicine. Holistic Veterinary Care for our animal friends. By appointment only.
INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE DEBORAH A. DEMARTA, MD, FACS, FAARFM Institute of Colorectal Health & Wellness 218 SW Atlanta Ave Stuart, 772-539-9556 InstituteHealthWellness.com
Anti-Aging, Functional and Regenerative Medicine. Colorectal Surgery and Functional GI, hormone replacement, food allergy and nutritional testing, IV vitamin therapy, heavy metals testing, medical aesthetics, THERMIva vaginal rejuvenation, ThermiSmooth skin tightening, HALO skin resurfacing, BBL BroadBand Light skin therapy, laser hair removal, botox and fillers, skin care, weight loss.
INTERNAL MEDICINE AND HOLISTIC HEALTH DELIA WEISS MD & WELLNESS
Traditional Internal Medicine - Holistic Health 2828 South Seacrest Blvd., Suite 208 Boynton Beach, FL 33435 (561) 243–8783 • DeliaWeissMD.com Adult General Medical Care 18 years and older, we accept insurances, Medicare and direct pay. We routinely manage most medical issues (except surgery, and emotional health under age 35 yrs.). Acute/ chronic illness treated. Blood vessel health. Our separate Holistic Preventive Health practice is by direct pay, not covered by insurance or Medicare. Nutrition, Weight, Anti-aging, Dementia prevention, Nutrient supplement consultation. Serving South Florida Palm Beach County areas. You are invited to join Delia Weiss Internal Medicine take a New Direction in Health with: Telemedicine and private medical text messaging. Closer, accessible communication directly between you and Dr. Weiss. Stronger and faster proactive health and wellness approach, with healthy lifestyle resources. Home visits for Medicare homebound. Email inquiries to Info@DeliaWeissMD.com. Brand new office: 500 Gulfstream Blvd., Suite 202, Delray Beach, FL 33483. Located at the North border of Delray and Boynton Beaches, at the S.W. corner of Federal Hwy. and Gulfstream Blvd., one building West of Dunkin Donuts. (Note: Gulfstream Blvd. is the same street as S.E. 36th Avenue)
INTUITIVE HEALER/HYPNOIST JANE GRAY FORD 561-827-3319 • janegrayford.com ENERGY ENERGY ENERGY Healing starts and ends in the energy field of the body. Over time blockages occur in the the physical body through karmic, genetic or experiences in this lifetime. This may go on for years creating pain, discomfort and disease in the body. Medically the body is treated and the symptoms go into remission. BUT...the problem may still exist in the energy/auric field.! When this is addressed, the healing is completed. Jane Gray Ford for over 20 years has served the community by releasing the causes of disease through Hypnosis or through an Intuitive understanding of energy frequencies. After experiencing a disease or trauma such as cancer, it is critical that the energy in the auric field be rebalanced.
Taking joy in living is a woman’s best cosmetic. ~Rosalind Russell
* Functional and Integrative Medicine * Age Management Medicine * Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy * Healthy Lifestyle Management * Weight Loss Programs Call 561/994-2007 to attend a free seminar on the Solution to Imbalanced Hormones.
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LIFE COACH
MEDITATION
LAURA NORMAN INSPIRED LIFE COACHING AND HOLISTIC REFLEXOLOGY Delray Beach • New York City • The Berkshires 561-272-1220 • 212-532-4404 • 413-854-2615 www.lauranorman.com Laura created Inspired Life Coaching to empower you to: • Release old patterns that no longer serve you • Own your power • Get clear about your goals and priorities regarding relationships, career, prosperity, health and nutrition • Re-discover your greatness • Allow, embrace and manifest the life you desire Experience a unique blend of tools for your mind, body and spirit, including: • Guided imagery and visualization • The power of conscious language • Breath work with Aromatherapy
• Law of Attraction • Love, Forgiveness and Gratitude • Laura Norman Holistic Reflexology Claim your right to live an extraordinary life!
LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE & THERAPY BEVERLY DOWDLE, LMT, LLCC
FL Lic#MA6733 Advanced Lymphatic Therapy™ The Therapeutic Alternative 301 Camino Gardens Blvd.,Ste.102 Boca Raton ~ 561-392-3340 www.TheTherapeuticAlternative.com Beverly is a Certified Lymphatic Specialist with over 27 years experience. See and feel the results; glowing skin, reduced swelling/
puffiness, improved immune function and better digestion. Decreases post-workout and post-surgical recovery time.
SCIENCE OF SPIRITUALITY www.lovetomeditate.org English (561) 715-3996 ~ Dave Espanol (954) 646-1715 ~ Nestor
If you want more than just stress relief and relaxation, meditation on the Inner Light could be what you have been searching for. Join us for weekly meetings focused on spirituality and meditation. No charge, no donations.
MIND BODY SPIRIT WELLNESS HEALING MOMENTS HOLISTIC WELLNESS CENTER
“A Healing Playroom” Tracy McDonough MSW LMT 3200 N Federal Highway #107 Boca Raton, FL 33431 561.931.2187 • spa@healingmomentsfl.com Text HEALING to 55312 for more information Visit our mind, body, spirit center. We offer Post-Surgery Lymphatic Drainage, Massage Therapy, Certified Health Coaching, Physical Therapy, Reiki/Quantum Touch Healing, Vibroacoustic Sound Therapy, Meditation, Chakra Balancing, BEMER Therapy, Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna, Kangen Water and many other healing products and services. We focus on goals such as Stress Reduction, Pain Management, Detoxification, Depression and Post Surgery Treatments. # Lic. MM 36169; MA 27196
ORTHO-BIONOMY® YINI PEREL, LMT
FL Lic# MA24690 Ortho-Bionomy The Therapeutic Alternative 301 Camino Gardens Blvd., Ste.102 Boca Raton ~ 561-392-3340 www.TheTherapeuticAlternative.com Ortho-Bionomy is a gentle form of bodywork that reduces tension and discomfort. It works without being uncomfortable in the process. It is excellent for anyone seeking relief from pain, improved range of motion, increased flexibility, and improved postural alignment. Yini is a Licensed Massage Therapist and is certified as a Practitioner of Ortho-Bionomy by the Society of OrthoBionomy, International®. Ortho-Bionomy® is a registered trademark of the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International, Inc. ® and is used with permission.
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REFLEXOLOGY LAURA NORMAN HOLISTIC REFLEXOLOGY Delray Beach • New York City • The Berkshires 561-272-1220 • 212-532-4404 • 413-854-2615 www.lauranorman.com Visit world-renowned expert Laura Norman and her experienced associates and enjoy private sessions in Holistic Reflexology and Inspired Life CoachingSto re-duce your stress, increase your energy, improve your health and love your life! Read Laura’s best-selling book, FEET FIRST: A Guide to Foot Reflexology and practice with one of our Instructional Foot, Hand and Face Reflexology DVDs with Laura’s Reflexology maps, her new Laura Norman Foot • Hand • Face Aromatherapy line and Laura’s other unique wellness products. Call or visit us online to register for one of our: • Holistic Reflexology and Inspired Life Coaching Sessions • Free Introduction to Laura Norman Reflexology Training Webinar • Holistic Reflexology Certification Training Programs • Foot • Hand • Face Therapy Products Claim your right to live an extraordinary life!
RESIDENTIAL SERVICES WPB GREEN CLEAN, LLC
Jenna Tyminski, Serving Downtown & Central Palm Beach County 561-360-3571 • WPBGreenClean.com Jenna@WPBGreenClean.com We provide high-quality cleaning to health-conscious clients. We use non-toxic EWG rated brands, HEPA filter vacuums, and singleuse mops. Add’l services: co-host vacation rentals & turnovers; move-in/out; disinfection.
SPA BELLA REINA SPA
815 George Bush Blvd. Delray Beach, FL 33483 561.404.7670 | BellaReinaSpa.com info@bellareinaspa.com
Famous with its friendly, relaxing atmosphere, guests are showered with TLC in this luxurious boutique spa. Known for the most talented spa team, choose from revitalizing, medical facials, organic aromatherapy massages, and organic, vegan pedicures that are simply blissful. With a smashing spa boutique, treatments include HydraFacial MD, HIFU Ultrasound, Dermaplaning, Microneedling, Microblading, Microcurrent Lifts, state of the oxi-jet facials. Featured Brands: Jurlique, Biodroga, Environ, Jane Iredale, Skin ScriptRx, SuperGoop, Dr. Grandel.
SPIRITUAL BOOKSTORE 2610 North Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, FL
Breakthrough Hypnosis
A unique gift store, book store and spiritual center with more than 50 events a month. Check the calendar and website for listings.
Being a recovery coach is a privilege!
THE CRYSTAL GARDEN
561-369-2836 • www.thecrystalgarden.com
SPIRITUAL CENTER AND ORGANIC TEA LOUNGE MY FLORA AURA
Daily Classes,Unique Gift shop & Free Organic tea Tasting 26 SE 4th street, East Boca Raton, FL Jolie DeMarco / 561-901-5808 JolieMyFloraAura@aol.com www.MyFloraAura.com Please take a look at our web-site to see what events we offer this month. We have so many fun classes to attend. Floral designing, Channeling sessions,Master-Minds,Reiki, Meditation circles, Tea Parties and More! Stop in to say Hi, browse the store...or have a relaxing cup of Organic tea.
SPROUTS GOT SPROUTS?
8420 Resource Road, Riviera Beach, Florida 33404 • www.GotSprouts.com E-mail Info@GotSprouts.com • 561-689-9464 Purveyors of Quality Wheatgrass, Sprouts, Juicers, Seed and Supplies. We supply Juice bars, Restaurants, Green Markets, Grocery Stores and The General Public with Healthy Sprouts! We Ship and Deliver.
I Am Your Recovery Coach
Stress management Life Coach Certified Hypnotherapist Author
In these days of uncertainty Breakthrough Hypnosis presents ways to control anxiety and stress.
I can help!
Call for a free comprehensive phone call.
Arlene J. Sherman, C.C.Ht.
Call 561 793 3393
www.BreakthroughHypnosis.org Recovery sessions available.
TANTRA / SACRED SEXUALITY LOURDES STARSHOWER
www.tantrahealerflorida.com lourdestantra@gmail.com • 561-843-1261 Lourdes Starshower is an Advanced Certified Tantra Educator, Sacred Sexuality Coach, Relationship Coach, Clairvoyant Energy Healer, O r d a i n e d M i n i s t e r, C l i n i c a l Hypnotherapist and EMDR Therapist. Lourdes is the Founder of the Ecstatic Dakini Tantra Practitioner Certification Program, catalyzing the success of female Tantra practitioners in South Florida. She's the author of an online video program "Tantra Practices for Divine Ecstasy." She welcomes you to her private office in PBG as well as remotely on Zoom. More Info: www.tantrahealerflorida.com. Call Now for a free phone consultation 561-843-1261.
CONSCIOUS TREE TRIMMING WOODY’S CREW TREE AND LANDSCAPE 561.325.8917 • Woodystreecrew@gmail.com www.woodystreecrew.com
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