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In Tibet, Bardos means “an interval between two things.” It is a time when great healing can occur. Bardos is a place to heal and grow, an open space to expand your self awareness, a place to ask questions and a time to let go. We invite you to enjoy our many healing services with our trained and passionate therapists. We specialize in the innovative MediCupping technologies for Body Contouring, tissue hydration, detox, scar tissue reduction and pre and post surgery healing. Our Preventative Care and Holistic Medicine Clinic also offers confidential treatment plans and personalized modalities for pain management and relaxation including: Couples Massage • Thai • Ashiatsu • Deep Tissue • Neuromuscular Therapy • Sports Massage • Swedish • Pregnancy Massage • Far Infrared Sauna Therapy • Raw Food Coaching and nutritional education. Schedule your appointment with Bardos today. Ask about our Membership perks, Packages and Detox Program. Let our heart centered and caring environment help you enjoy a life of balance and bliss.

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contents 7 newsbriefs

12 healthbriefs

14 globalbriefs 16 event

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18 therapy

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20 greenliving 27 healingways 28 consciouseating 30 calendar 32 classifieds

36 resourceguide

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Natural Awakenings is your guide to a healthier, more balanced life. In each issue, readers find cutting-edge information on natural health, nutrition, fitness, personal growth, green living, creative expression and the products and services that support a healthy lifestyle.

16 THE MYSTERY AND MAGIC OF QIGONG

An Interview with Jeff Primack, Qigong Practitioner by Richard Pearl

18 THE EYES ARE THE

WINDOW TO THE SOUL AND MUCH MORE by Natalie Weaver

18 WHAT IS COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE?

20 A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO COMPOSTING Pick the Best Option for You

by Tracy Fernandez Rysavy

22 SPRING INTO A

GREEN LIFESTYLE! by Karen Soucy

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24 MISSION:

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27 LOVE YOUR GREENS! New Ways to Prepare these Nutritional Powerhouses by Nava Atlas

28 THE NEW

HEALTHY CUISINE by Judith Fertig

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ANIMAL RESCUE

Good-to-Go Eats

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by Pamela Howard

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appy spring! What a lovely time of year this is in RVA—the sun shines warmer, the James flows with exuberation, the buds begin to

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Green Living article, A Practical Guide to Composting.

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I plan to spend this spring season slowing down—purposefully delighting in

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newsbriefs The Foot & Ankle Center Opens Expanded Clinic

rs. Mitchell Waskin and Jeffrey Frost recently cut the ribbon at their newly expanded clinic, The Foot & Ankle Center, located on the campus of Johnston-Willis Hospital. The expansion doubles the space and enhances (Center) Dr. Mitchell Waskin, Dr. Jeffrey Frost the clinic’s services. It is now Central Virginia’s largest, most comprehensive foot care center housed under one roof. The new clinic offers nine exam rooms, a shoe fitting area, a casting room for custom orthotics, a physical therapy section, a medical-grade nail salon and the only Joint Commission-accredited, office-based surgical center for podiatry in the state. Location: 1465 Johnston-Willis Dr. For more information, call 804-320-3668 or visit 320-FOOT.com. See ad, page 29.

Holistic Treatment Center Expands

iving Well Today International has recently expanded its physical space and treatment options. Clients can now experience new, cutting-edge treatments in the comfort of an additional office suite. The expansion allows Living Well Today to offer two treatment rooms and an educational seminar space in addition to its practitioner offices and supplement pharmacy. Specializing in nutritional protocols, bioenergetics and oxidative therapies for complex autoimmune case, Living Well Today has provided treatment programs designed to increase the body’s healing capabilities to treat chronic disorders for over 10 years. With the additional treatment space, Living Well Today can now assist even more complex patients, as well as those with a goal of general health, on their path to wellness. Living Well Today will host an Open House from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on March 20 to showcase their new space and all that is available to help you repair, restore and reconnect yourself to better health. Location: 1791 Cambridge Dr., Ste. 203. For more information, call 804-562-8554 or visit LWTInternational.com. See ad, page 19.

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Glenmore Yoga & Wellness Center YOGA

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amela Losada, integrative nutrition and health coach, is now offering a non-invasive, groundbreaking technology for better blood flow. BEMER Physical Vascular Technology improves microcirculation (circulation in the smallest vessels) and helps bring oxygen and nutrients in while eliminating toxins and waste. Many BEMER clients report imPamela Losada proved circulation, pain relief, increased energy and mental clarity, reduced inflammation, improved sleep, better digestive functions, greater resistance to infections and illness, faster recovery from injury and surgery, and enhanced athletic performance and regeneration. BEMER, a scientifically proven German technology, is FDA-registered in the U.S. Losada, owner of Confident Boomer Health Coaching, provides private health coaching sessions to help clients increase energy, decrease stress, eliminate cravings and emotional eating, and regain and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Location: 1901 Huguenot Rd., Ste. 105. For more information, call 509-230-7593 or visit ConfidentBoomer.com. See ads, pages 8 and 41.

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he Herb Closet, located at 6520 Iron Bridge Road in Chesterfield, has expanded its service offerings. The herbal and naturopathic shop recently began offering AromaTouch sessions from certified practitioners using dōTERRA essential oils. AromaTouch is a hands-on, gentle technique that works with energy points, or chakras, within the body. The goal is to provide a relaxing experience that brings the body into balance energetically. DōTERRA’s proprietary massage blend combines the therapeutic benefits of oils well-known for relaxing muscles, calming tension, soothing irritated tissues and increasing circulation with a technique for applying the oils to create a truly memorable and beneficial experience. Serving Chesterfield and surrounding areas for over 18 years, The Herb Closet continues to provide quality vitamin supplements and specialty health and wellness services and products. For more information, call 804-377-1690 or visit TheHerb Closet.com. See ad, page 15.

Life Coach Encourages Women to Play Big

oni Advent Maher, owner of Revolutionary Heart, a new transformational coaching practice located in the Fan, is offering a free, personal, mini-workshop to help rid women of beliefs that are holding them back. Daring You! uses the power of inquiry, guided mediation and intentional creativity to build a foundation for freedom. The workshop is designed to help women gain more freedom to be themselves without apology, increase vitality and clarity, connect with their inner wisdom and create a powerful foundation for continued fulfillment. Maher is one of a growing number of visionary women bringing forth a feminine paradigm of transformation. Her passion is helping free women from the confines and limits that keep them inhibited and playing small. Location: 2405 W. Main St. For more information, email JoniAdventMaher@gmail. com or visit RevolutionaryHeart.com. See ad, page 10.

Organization Promotes Rights to Natural Health

T’ai Chi Improve Your Sleep! Steady Your Balance! Call for Times and Locations. New classes begin March 31. Floyd Herdrich, L.Ac. (804) 698-0225 taichirichmond@gmail.com www.taichifoundation.org Facebook: TaiChiRichmondVA

Living Yoga

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Swami Karunananda, E-RYT 500 March 27—29, 2015

irginians for Health Freedom, or Va4HF, is a nonprofit, membershipbased organization that monitors legislation that could adversely impact natural health professionals. Va4HF offers seminars to enhance and expand the knowledge base of the practitioners as well as the community. Va4HF is seeking new members who believe in protecting the right to choose a natural path to health and wellness. Members receive the benefit of having a lobbyist who oversees legislation and communicates updates as well as discounts on classes, CEU credits, a quarterly e-newsletter and free advertising on the organization’s website (with approval).

Spring Silent Retreat

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April 24—26, 2015

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ne sure sign of spring is when school systems around Richmond partner with Dominion’s Project Plant It! to teach thirdgrade students about the many benefits that trees provide to the ecosystem. Each participating student receives a redbud tree seedling to plant on Arbor Day, April 24. Project Plant It! is provided by Dominion, parent company to Dominion Virginia Power, at no cost to schools or teachers. Along with the seedlings, instructional tools including lesson plans, posters, certificates and online learning activities are also provided, supporting the SOLs and knowledge skills in core subjects. For more information, visit ProjectPlantIt.com.

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Baylor Rice, RPh, FIACP, owner/pharmacist of South River Compounding Pharmacy, has been elected Vice President to the 2015 International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists (IACP) Board of Directors by the IACP membership, and will serve in this role through January 2016. Rice has served on the IACP Board Baylor Rice since 2011. IACP is an association representing more than 4,000 pharmacists, technicians, students and members of the compounding community who focus upon the specialty practice of pharmacy compounding. Pharmacy compounding is the long-established tradition in pharmacy practice that enables physicians to prescribe and patients to take medicines that are specially prepared by pharmacists to meet patients’ individual needs. Location: 3656 Mayland Ct., West End and 11420 W. Huguenot Rd., Southside. For more information, call 804-897-6447 or visit SouthRiverRx.com. See ads, pages 13, 40 and 41.

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Kristina Page, Certified Massage Therapist and owner of Nimbus Massage, recently accepted a nomination as 2nd Vice President of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) Virginia Chapter. The mission of the group is to serve AMTA members while advancing the art, science and practice of massage therapy. It accomplishes these goals by providing Kristina Page educational programs, legislative advocacy and community building in the state of Virginia. In her new role, Page will help plan and support these initiatives. She will also manage the communications team for the Virginia chapter.

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Nora Vimala Pozzi, director of the Integral Yoga Center of Richmond, graduates from Yogaville’s Certified Restorative Yoga Teacher training on March 1. Restorative yoga helps to relax and provide healing to the entire system—physically, mentally and emotionally—with the aid of props, such as bolsters, blankets and blocks. Nora Vimala Restorative yoga has proven beneficial Pozzi in addressing stress and chronic fatigue, sleep disorders, chronic pain, recovery from illness, depression and anxiety. As a Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapist and Integral Yoga teacher, Pozzi specializes in working with people with cancer and chronic illness as well as PTSD and other mental health conditions. Her new training will help her offer additional tools to those students and clients with a variety of health issues or simply help reduce stress from life’s challenges. An Intro to Restorative Yoga class will be offered on Thursday, March 12 (see Calendar, page 30). For more information, call 804-342-1061 or visit YogaHelps. com. See listing, page 42.

Tami Hulcher, a local nutritionist, health educator and a guest on several radio and TV shows, recently became a professional Registered Nurse (RN). Hulcher has been featured in health segments on NBC, CBS and ABC, including EXTRA TV as a “Lifechanger” in a nutrition segment with Dr. Mehmet Oz. With her new credentials, Hulcher Tami Hulcher will serve as a medical and surgical nurse for a large hospital group in Richmond as well as continue her work as a nutrition consultant for two local physicians and an autism specialist at UCLA in California. For more information, call 804-323-3222 or visit TheQueenOfHealth.com.

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Ginkgo Biloba Calms ADHD, Boosts Memory

esearchers from Germany’s University of Tübingen’s Center for Medicine tested the Ginkgo biloba extract EGb761 on 20 children diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in a clinical trial. The children were given up to 240 milligrams (mg) of the extract for between three and five weeks. Before, during and after the treatment, the scientists evaluated the children by testing the brain’s electrical activity, along with other ADHD-related tests. Those that had received the extract exhibited significant improvement in ADHD symptoms. A study from Liberty University, in Virginia, previously examined 262 adults ages 60 and over with normal memory and mental performance and found that the same Ginkgo biloba extract improved their cognitive scores. Half of the study participants were given 180 mg of the extract daily and half were given a placebo. Standardized tests and a subjective, self-reporting questionnaire found the Ginkgo resulted in significant cognitive improvements among the older adults.

Bugs Linked to Factory Farm Antibiotics

he bacteria E. coli now causes 75 to 95 percent of all urinary tract infections, and research from Iowa State University has confirmed that such occurrences are linked to factory farms that use antibiotics. The findings support a study previously completed by scientists from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and George Washington University that shows a strain of antibiotic-resistant E. coli called ExPEC, an extra-intestinal pathogen, was genetically traceable to factory-farmed animals receiving certain antibiotics. The National Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring System reports that 75 percent of chicken and turkey, 59 percent of ground beef and 40 percent of pork meats tested were contaminated with E. coli, and that the strains were predominantly multi-drug resistant.

Meditation Minimizes Migraines

esearchers from the Wake Forest School of Medicine found that mindfulness meditation significantly reduced the number and duration of migraines among 19 episodic migraine patients. Ten were given eight weeks of mindfulness classes with instructions for adding personal meditation inbetween sessions. The other nine received typical migraine care. Those in the meditation group experienced an average of 1.4 fewer migraines per month, which averaged nearly three hours less than the ones experienced by those in the control group. Pain levels of the headaches reported by those in the meditation group averaged 1.3 points lower on a scale of one to 10.

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Weight Loss Rx Saturday, March 14 @ 9:00 AM Improve your body’s nutrient absorption capabilities Lose fat, not muscle Lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels Continue to lose or maintain your weight on your own!

Thyroid & Stress Tuesday, April 14 @ 6:00 PM We will be discussing the effects acute and chronic stress have on the body's thyroid and how to maintain healthy thyroid production and adrenal functions.

Wild Thyme Kills Breast Cancer Cells

study published in the Nutrition and Cancer Journal reveals that the herb thyme is more than a cooking spice. Scientists tested a methanol extract of Thymus serphyllum—also referred to as wild thyme—on two types of breast cancer cells and found that it was able to kill them in laboratory testing. The testing also found the extract to be safe for healthy normal breast cells. The researchers state that wild thyme may provide the means for a promising natural cancer treatment.

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globalbriefs News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.

Salty Harvest

Seaweed May Be the New Lettuce Food items such as kelp, dulse, alaria and laver may be unfamiliar now, but likely not for long, as these and other varieties of edible seaweed and sea vegetables appear on more shopping lists and restaurant menus. These ingredients are already favored by cooks for the jolt of salty goodness they bring to soups and salads and by health food advocates that appreciate their high levels of essential minerals. Goodies in the pipeline include seaweed-filled bagels, ice cream and chips. The trend toward farming seaweed instead of harvesting in the wild is making news. Working waterfronts often go dormant in the winter as lobstermen that work during warmer months move inland out of season for part-time jobs. Seaweed is a winter crop that can keep boats out on the water, providing year-round aquaculture employment. Entrepreneur Matthew Moretti, who operates Bangs Island Mussels, a shellfish and kelp farm in Casco Bay, near Portland, Maine, explains, “Mussels are monoculture,” so he has been growing sugar kelp between mussel rafts to create a more ecological model. Source: Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Center for a Livable Future

Cultivating Youth

Farming Seeks to Recruit a New Generation With an aging population of farmers, it’s clear that agriculture needs to attract more young people, because half the farmers in the U.S. are 55 or older. But for much of the world’s youth, agriculture isn’t seen as being cool or attractive—only as backbreaking labor without an economic payoff and with little room for career advancement. However, with some effort, young farmers can explore contemporary career options in permaculture design, biodynamic farming, communication technologies, forecasting, marketing, logistics, quality assurance, urban agriculture projects, food preparation, environmental sciences and advanced technologies. “Increased access to education and new forms of agriculture-based enterprises means that young people can be a vital force for innovation in family farming, increasing incomes and well-being for both farmers and local communities,” says Mark Holderness, executive secretary of the Global Forum for Agricultural Research. The New Entry Sustainable Farming Project (nesfp.org), in Massachusetts, trains young farmers in how to run a small farm operation, from business planning to specialized advanced workshops in livestock and healthy food. Likewise, the Southeastern New England Young Farmer Network (YoungFarmerNetwork.org) hosts free social and educational events that bring together farmers of all ages and experience levels to network and collaborate. Source: FoodTank.com 14

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Frack Attack

Drilling Poisons Both Water and Air Major concerns about hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, as a means of extracting natural gas have centered on how toxic fracking fluids and methane injected into the ground can pollute water supplies. Now a new study published in the Journal of Environmental Health attests how fracking adversely impacts air quality, too. Lead author David Carpenter, director of the Institute for Health and the Environment at New York’s University at Albany, is concerned that fracking sites show potential to develop cancer clusters in years to come. The study found eight different poisonous chemicals in groundwater near wells and fracking sites throughout Arkansas, Colorado, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wyoming at levels that exceeded federal limits, including levels of benzene and formaldehyde, both known carcinogens. Approximately half of the air samples Carpenter analyzed exceeded federally recommended limits. Benzene levels were 35 to 770,000 times higher; hydrogen sulfide levels were 90 to 60,000 times higher; and formaldehyde levels were 30 to 240 times above a theoretically safe threshold. “Cancer has a long latency, so you’re not seeing an elevation in cancer in these communities [yet],” says Carpenter. “But five, 10, 15 or more years from now, elevation in cancer incidence is almost certain to happen.” Source: Grist.org

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A recent publication from the United Nations Commission on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), Trade and Environment Review 2013: Wake Up Before it is Too Late, includes contributions from more than 60 experts around the world. They are calling for transformative changes in food, agriculture and trade systems to increase diversity on farms, reduce use of fertilizer and other inputs, support small-scale farmers and create strong local food systems. The report includes in-depth sections on the shift toward more sustainable, resilient agriculture; livestock production and climate change; the importance of research and extension; plus the roles of both land use and reform of global trade rules. The report’s findings contrast starkly to the accelerated push for new free trade agreements, including the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the U.S./EU Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP), which will strengthen the hold of multinational corporate and financial firms on the global economy. Neither global climate talks nor other global food security forums reflect the urgency expressed in the UNCTAD report to transform agriculture. Source: Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy (iatp.org)

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Qi has profound physical effects that unlock our potential. Say you’re a battery and the Qi is the life force that keeps the battery going. When the juice inside is used up, the battery is lifeless. If people squander energy on arguing and negative behavior then how can anyone increase energy? Qigong understands where people lose their energy and how to get it back. When standing still in a Qigong posture, a person can circulate as much blood as running three miles. A pleasant heat builds in the navel center bringing a quiet confidence and power within; there is no stress response from Qigong. In addition, Qigong noticeably improves blood circulation and digestion.

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igong is the ancient practice of aligning body, breath and mind for health, meditation and martial arts training. It is a practice that cultivates and balances Qi or “life energy”. The following interview with international Qigong practitioner, Jeff Primack, was conducted by Richard Pearl, radio host of Pearls of Wisdom.

The Qi is one unified force, but some people have more than others. In an extreme example, a person may have enough energy so they don’t require sleep anymore—this is a very high level of Qi. Most people need six hours of sleep, thus indicating our limited energy situation. Qi can be replenished by

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It is the same spirit or Qi that moves through each person— it is all the same force in different amounts. using breathing techniques, meditation, fasting, prayer, sun bathing, etc. It is the same spirit or Qi that moves through each person—it is all the same force in different amounts.

Can a person have too much Qi? Qigong theory states the “Ocean of Qi” in the navel can never be filled. One cannot have too much Qi, but it can be blocked and Qigong exercises will help to open up the channels. People with abundant Qi have a grace and power about them that attracts people. New students frequently find their skin clears up and their eyes whiten. Blood circulates better, helping

more toxins leave the system. The benefits to having more Qi are the same as having better blood circulation. When people do Qigong for the first time they are often surprised to see their fingers pulsate and fill up with blood. The warmth people feel in the navel is also from the increased blood flow.

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You speak about euphoric “highs” that can be attained from breathing techniques. What is the value of this in practical real-world terms?

Everyone wants to feel good. Sometimes the Qi will vibrate throughout our body in such a blissful way as to feel as if we are being touched by God—all without chemicals or artificial products that cost money. The Qi is free, abundant and right under our nose. It is the ultimate ally to rise above life’s obstacles. Once you get the hang of the breathing techniques there comes the ability to have a natural high anytime.

You lead these seminars called Qi Revolution. Can you tell us more?

During the Qi Revolution seminars, attendees generate energy in graceful Qigong routines. The entire audience feels a profound electro-magnetic Qi energy in their hands. In addition to movements, spine-tingling breathing techniques are employed and there is yoga, food-healing principles from naturopathic medicine and an extraordinary healing-breath-prayer circle. The seminar gives the ultimate “activation” to one’s internal energy. Once the candle has been lit, it is easy to maintain its radiance. Simply practice Qigong. All ages and fitness levels can participate.

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therapyspotlights The Eyes are the Window to the Soul and Much More by Natalie Weaver

ave you heard of iridology— the study of the iris or colored part of the eye? Iridology is a science-based practice that has been employed for centuries and is a helpful diagnostic tool. Iridology can reveal inflammation of the body as well as the location and level of the inflammation. During a noninvasive exam, an iridologist analyzes the iris fiber structures of the eye—any pigments or colors within the fibers and the formation of the minute blood vessel structures occurring on the whites of the eyes. The information obtained from the exam can help address weaknesses in the body and identify the root causes. According to iridology, there are three true eye colors:

fingerprints, they are unique to the individual. Iridology began in the early 1800s in Egervar, Hungary, and Dr. Bernard Jensen introduced it in the U.S. over 50 years ago. Jensen is known as the pioneer of North American iridology and developed one of the first and most comprehensive iridology charts that is still used today. In Iridology Simplified, Jensen states, “The iris of the eye is the most complex tissue of the body meeting the outside world. It is an extension of the brain, being incredibly endowed with hundreds of thousands of nerve endings, microscopic blood vessels, muscles and other tissues.”

1. Lymphatic – the “true” blue eye 2. Hematogenic – the “true” brown eye 3. Bilary – the mixed iris, often appearing hazel or light brown

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What is Community Acupuncture? by Pamela Howard

hen people think of acupuncture, tthey may picture one patient in a private room receiving treatment. However, this is not the only way to receive acupuncture. An alternative model of practice is called community acupuncture. Community acupuncture treats many patients at one time in a communal space or group setting. In this model, acupuncture treatments can often be offered at lower prices and serve a wider population—community acupuncture sustainably serves those in the middle class who have a chronic illness, addiction, depression or painful condition. Patients are treated on recliners and the treatment focuses on the head, arms and legs. With per-visit prices based on a sliding scale, clients may have the ability to get treatments more frequently, which is often required to get better results. Like traditional acupuncture, community acupuncture offers licensed acupuncturists using safe and effective techniques. While some people may prefer private sessions, receiving treatments in a communal setting can be powerful— it allows couples, friends and neighbors to schedule treatments together, often reducing the anxiety of a first-timer and promoting healing through fellowship and community. Pamela Howard is a licensed acupuncturist and owner of River City Community Acupuncture, located at 1906 N. Hamilton St. For more information, call 804-200-4054 or visit RiverCityAcu.com. See listing, page 36.

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ard and food waste make up 25 percent of the garbage destined for municipal landfills, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Pick the right composter and this organic waste will easily turn into rich—and free—garden fertilizer, saving landfill space and reducing the volume of greenhouse gases generated by anaerobic decomposition. Unless using a specialized bin, maintain a roughly 50/50 compost mixture of “brown” and “green” organic waste for ideal results. Green waste is moist, such as fruit and vegetable peels; brown waste comprises dry and papery material, including grass clippings.

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Good for: People that want a low-maintenance option that’s more attractive than a pile; average to large households with yard waste. Make a bin out of wood or buy a plastic holding bin, which can contain up to 75 gallons. One with insulated sides may allow decomposing to continue in colder weather.

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Good for: People that want quick results and can compost in smaller batches; small to average households with yard waste. These barrel-shaped containers are turned with a hand crank, making aerating and speeding up decomposition a breeze. Some manufacturers promise results in as little as two weeks. Due to the barrel’s relatively smaller size and capacity, getting the balance between brown and green waste right is critical for optimal results, and users will need to wait for one batch of compost to finish before adding more organic waste.

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Good for: People looking for low maintenance, but quicker results than a pile

WHAT TO COMPOST Do compost: 4 Fruit and vegetable scraps 4 Grass clippings, twigs, leaves and wood chips 4 Eggshells (broken into small pieces) 4 Coffee grounds and tea bags 4 Unbleached coffee filters, paper and cardboard Don’t compost: 4 Pet waste 4 Meat and dairy (except in Green Cone device) or bin; average to large households with yard waste. Multi-tiered composters are a series of stacked boxes with removable panels to allow the organic waste to move downward throughout the decomposition cycle. Finished compost comes out of a door at the bottom. Because the boxes are smaller than a large pile or bin, compost will “cook” faster; some users report their first batch took just four to six months. Collectively, stacked boxes are often comparable in size to a large holding bin, so they can compost a large amount of waste.

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For everyone that has wanted to compost, but had insufficient outdoor space, a five-or-10-gallon bucket and some red worms could be the answer. Worm composting, or vermicomposting, is so compact that a worm bin can fit under most kitchen sinks. Because red worms are so efficient—each pound of them will process half a pound of food scraps daily—a worm bin doesn’t need aeration and won’t smell or attract pests. Note that worms won’t process brown waste, meat, dairy or fatty foods.

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Good for: People that just want to dump their kitchen waste and be done with it; those that want to compost fish or meat; households that don’t generate yard waste. Solarcone Inc.’s Green Cone system will handle up to two pounds of kitchen waste daily, including meat, fish and dairy products. It won’t compost brown waste. Users bury the bottom basket in the yard, and then simply put green waste together with an “accelerator powder” into a cone hole in the top. According to Solarcone, most of the waste turns into water. Every few years, users need to dig a small amount of residue out of the bottom that can be added to a garden.

Good for: People that want to compost indoors; apartment dwellers and small households that don’t generate yard waste.

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nsure that the compost pile retains a moisture content similar to a wrungout sponge. To moisten, add green waste; to reduce moisture, add brown waste. Turn compost to get air to the aerobic bacteria and speed the process. Wear gloves and a dust mask to protect against allergens. Decay generates heat, so a pile should feel warm. If not, add green waste. Decomposition occurs most efficiently when it’s 104 to 131 degrees Fahrenheit inside the pile; use a compost thermometer. Keep a small container in the kitchen to easily collect green food scraps. Store it in the freezer to keep unpleasant smells and flies at bay. The best time to start composting is during warmer months. Alternately layering green and brown waste, using the “lasagna method” in colder months, readies the pile to decompose as soon as the weather warms. Consider stockpiling summer yard waste ingredients. Be aware that low-maintenance composting won’t kill weed seeds, which can then get spread around the garden. A highly managed compost pile will kill some weeds through the generated heat. Put weeds out for municipal yard waste collection where there’s a better chance they’ll be destroyed. Contributing sources: U.S Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Composting Council

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ith spring right around the corner, the green season is upon us. Besides the promise of getting outside and the nothing-like-it smell of air-dried sheets, spring can make folks consider new ways to live green by becoming less wasteful and more aligned with natural living. Parents are often called to lead by example in order to promote a healthy lifestyle and positively influence future generations. There are many simple ways to go green with kids on board and teach them valuable lessons about living more sustainably. Nancy Peplinsky, founder and executive director of the Holistic Moms Network, offers three easy suggestions: 1. Hang clothes outside. During warmer seasons and sunny days, round up the kids and head outside to save energy by hanging clothes to dry in the sun rather than running the dryer. 2. Wrap things up creatively. Rather than spending money on wrapping paper for gifts, try being innovative and creative. Wrap up a gift in fabric from old clothes or use brown paper grocery bags turned inside out and decorated with markers, crayons or stickers. 3. Get growing! Teach kids sustainability by starting a garden in the back yard or, in smaller spaces, by growing seeds in containers on the porch or balcony or planting some windowsill herbs. Let the children pick some seeds to grow themselves and give them a chance to experience gardening from seed to harvest. Since people spend nearly one-third of their lives in the bedroom, a green and clean sleeping space is very important and can have a huge impact on rest and productivity. “If you want a cleaner bedroom, make it naked,” says Cheryl Hahn, founder and CEO of Environmental Resource Outlet, the parent company of CozyPure, a Norfolk, Virginia-based outlet for organic beds and bedding. Hahn suggests that the

• For window treatments, choose natural fiber curtains, shades, wood blinds or shutters. Avoid heavy draperies that are usually treated with chemicals and harbor dust mites. • Bare floors are best. New carpet and adhesives can release gas vapors and other toxic chemicals. • Introduce a few plants, such as English ivy and spider plants. They naturally filter the air, add beauty, produce oxygen and absorb chemicals. • Select furniture crafted from real wood; avoid pressboard and plywood that contain chemicals and do not last as long. • For a healthier night’s sleep, choose mattresses and bedding made from natural and organic materials. Another way to reflect a green living priority is through one’s wardrobe choices. Starre Vartan, author of The Eco Chick Guide to Life, says, “Green your wardrobe—getting the most out of your clothes is the simplest way to minimize your impact.” One way to do this is by avoiding the temptation to buy based on fads and trends, and instead invest in quality pieces that will last for years. When shopping for new clothes, choose organic, Made-in-the-USA items. Existing clothes can also be altered to make them more fashionable, such as hemming long skirts, turning long-sleeve shirts into sleeveless tops or cutting jeans carefully to create wearable and attractive shorts. Greener cleaning of garments can help as well. Choose conscious ways to clean by washing clothes in cold water and line dry when possible. If using a dry cleaner, consider selecting one that uses less toxic products and opt for a reusable bag rather than plastic coverings over each item. With gardening and yard work on the horizon, the perfect place to go green is your back yard. Daphne Dixon, founder of Conscious Decisions, offers the following suggestions: • Let your grass grow a little longer. It helps develop stronger roots that require less watering. • Choose native plants. They need less water and fertilizer and support native habitats. • Purchase an inexpensive leaf mulcher. The mulch created from colorful fall leaves is attractive, beneficial and saves money.

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very creature in the animal kingdom has an essential purpose, yet through human interference, animal life overall has become so imbalanced as to signal a tipping point for Earth. Extreme care for the rapidly growing population of a relative handful of pet breeds stands in stark contrast to trending extinction of dozens of other species. Fortunately, in addition to the efforts of dedicated volunteers, conservationists and supportive lawmakers, every one of us can make a real difference.

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get the larger mixes, including pit bulls and Rottweilers.” Currently, the facility continues to expand its services, working with pet foster homes; providing medical care for severely abused animals in need of rehabilitation and socialization; and managing visits to prisons, mental health facilities and schools. “We take in who we can help. To see a dog triumph over tremendous odds gives people hope,” says Skow. Recently, volunteers pulled 70 dogs from Los Angeles shelters, fostered them for a month and then transported them east to adoption facilities where conditions were less crowded. Spay/neuter is the best solution to pet overpopulation, says Ruth Steinberger, national founder of Spay First, headquartered in Oklahoma City (SpayFirst.org). From 20 years of experience, she explains that in locations and situations in which surgery is impractical, “We’ve had great results using calcium chloride in ethyl alcohol, done under sedation. A slow

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She reports that animals now are subject to only one experiment, retired for adoption instead of being euthanized, and furnished with natural living conditions on-site—vertical space, an enriched environment with mental and physical stimulation, interaction with other animals and appropriate food and bedding. “Most lab animals are rats and mice,” says Liss. “Any animal has the capacity to suffer. It’s up to us to treat them humanely.”

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“Animals become ambassadors,” says Gene Baur, president and co-founder of Farm Sanctuary’s three locations in New York’s Finger Lakes region, Los Angeles and northern California (FarmSanctuary.org) and author of Farm Sanctuary: Changing Hearts and Minds About Animals and Food. “People are distanced from food sources. Once you learn that sheep love to be petted and pigs like belly rubs, you know an animal as an individual. The best way to help is to share information, farm animal videos and plantbased recipes, so people can see that going meatless is about far more than just eating produce.”

Musician Sir Paul McCartney, author of The Meat Free Monday Cookbook, took the message to schools in 2012. Now students around the world participate in meat-free lunch programs. The adult initiative of going meatless for one or more days extends to 35 countries on six continents. Pigs, cows, horses, peacocks and an alpaca live in harmony at local nonprofit Cracker Box Palace Farm Animal Haven, in Alton, New York (CrackerBox Palace.org), which spurs recovery from illness, neglect or abuse. “People get animals without doing research on their care or habits. That’s how we got the peacocks—they have a bloodcurdling scream,” says Farm Manager Cheri Roloson, who rents out their goats as nature’s landscapers to clear brush. Mistreated animals also provide therapy for returning military veterans and abused children at Ranch Hand Rescue, in Argyle, Texas (RanchHand Rescue.org). Kids find it easier to talk about their experiences with an animal that has also endured cruel treatment, like Spirit, a horse that received precedent-setting surgery to repair a leg that had improperly healed after being broken by a baseball bat. Conscious chicken farms, too, are making an impact. “Chickens can be well-treated and have a healthy, decent life,” says Jason Urena, marketing manager with NestFresh, which operates 20 small farms and five processing plants, concentrated in Colorado, Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin and Texas to reduce its carbon footprint (NestFresh.com). Starting with cage-free hens, the Denver company grew based on nationwide customer requests for certified cage-free, free-range, organic, pastureraised and nonGMO (genetically modified) eggs. “We’re the first in the country to offer certified non-GMO eggs,” attests Urena. He explains that in the process for certification, feed is inspected at every step, from planting seed (usually corn

“Pets are considered property, and until that changes, it’s harder to make a difference. Farm animals have no rights at all. Animals are sentient beings with rights commensurate with the ability to feel pain and even be valued members of the family. They deserve far more than a property classification.” ~Diane Sullivan, assistant dean and professor, Massachusetts School of Law or soy) to storage in silos and mill grinding, to allow traceability for potential problems and avoid cross-contamination.

Wildlife Habitat Preservation There are few places on Earth that humans haven’t impacted fragile ecosystems. Loss of habitat and lack of food sources are critical issues. Bats are a bellwether for the impact on wildlife from human-induced diseases. The Wildlife Conservation Society studies the loons in New York’s Adirondack Mountains to monitor their exposure to disease and pollution. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation (NWF) is to use conservation and education to protect present and future wildlife. Of the 410-plus species of mammals in the United States, 80 are on the endangered species list, reminiscent of the bison that used to number in the millions,

but now mostly exist in small bands on private and public lands. NWF aims to build on the bison restoration efforts achieved to date (now numbering tens of thousands) by reintroducing them onto more public lands, reservations and protected habitats, and likewise build up populations of other wild threatened and endangered animals. Its programs feature green corridors to give native species a home and migrating species a rest stop. “The important message is not how many species have gone off the list, but how many didn’t go extinct,” says David Mizejewski, a celebrity naturalist for NWF. “It’s important to understand species require different ecosystems. When we quit draining swamps and rerouting rivers and leave them alone in a proper habitat, alligators will come back. Eagles have fewer young, so it’s not easy for them to recover.” The success in restoring populations of the bald eagle, our national symbol, during the second half of the last century was significant. Measures

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that included banning the poisonous DDT pesticide that contaminated their food and affected reproduction, improving native habitats and prohibiting hunting of the bird allowed its removal from the endangered list in 2007. They are still protected by the 1918 Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Another raptor, the peregrine falcon, has adapted to urban living in order to survive. Nests adorn tops of buildings and pigeons are a plentiful food supply. Bears, mountain lions and wolves have been dwindling, hunted as dangerous, a nuisance or for sport. With fewer of these natural predators, whitetailed deer can overpopulate their habitat and starve. Deer and other displaced animals may migrate into suburban areas in search of food, prompting hurtful human reactions to reduce their numbers. The American Bear Association provides safe, seasonal habitats for black bears (AmericanBear.org). Located near Orr, Minnesota, the 360-acre sanctuary

The 1966 Animal Welfare Act improved the lives of many commercial animals, but more laws are needed. See SustainableTable.org/ 274/animal-welfare. also hosts white-tailed deer, bald eagles, beavers, mink, pine martens, fishers, timber wolves, red squirrels, bobcats, blue jays, owls, ducks, songbirds and ravens. Among movements to protect smaller endangered and threatened animals, the American Tortoise Rescue lobbies for legislation to ban the importation of non-native species (Tortoise.com). “Turtles and bullfrogs are imported as pets or as food, and many end up in streams or lakes, where they

Did You Know… n San Francisco’s SPCA is one of many organizations that offer free or low-cost spay/neuter for specific breeds most frequently seen in shelters, like pit bulls, and special programs offer free surgeries. Find locations at Tinyurl.com/SpayNeuterServices. n One female dog can produce litters of up to 10 pups twice a year; cats can have three litters a year of up to five kittens each. n An estimated 2.7 million healthy shelter pets remain unadopted each year, yet only about 30 percent of pets in homes come from shelters or rescues, according to The Humane Society of the United States. n Factory farms account for 99 percent of farm animals, yet less than 1 percent of donated money directly assists them, reports Animal Charity Evaluators, in San Diego. The highly rated Mercy for Animals, dedicated to prevention of cruelty to farmed animals, reports, “Despite the fact that these are the most abused animals in the United States, they actually have the fewest number of advocates.” n Sandra, a 29-year-old Sumatran orangutan at the Buenos Aires Zoo, was recognized as a “non-human person” unlawfully deprived of her freedom by Argentine courts. “This opens the way not only for other great apes, but also for other sentient beings that are unfairly and arbitrarily deprived of their liberty,” says Paul Buompadre, an attorney with the Association of Officials and Lawyers for Animal Rights. “The question is not ‘Can they reason?’ or ‘Can they talk?’ but ‘Can they suffer?’” says Barry MacKay, director of the Animal Alliance of Canada. “That to me is the ultimate question.” 26

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kill native species,” says cofounder Susan M. Tellem, in Malibu, California. “They can carry salmonella, parasites and tuberculosis,” she explains. Unfortunately, a California law passed to limit importation was revoked within weeks due to claims of cultural bias by politicians lobbying for Asian food markets that sell live turtles and bullfrogs. As the only Association of Zoos and Aquariums-certified wolf facility in the world, The Endangered Wolf Center, in Eureka, Missouri, has been breeding and reintroducing wolves into the wild for 40 years (EndangeredWolfCenter. org). Founded by zoologist and television host Marlin Perkins and his wife, Carol, they helped increase both the Mexican gray wolf population from nine to 235 in managed care, plus at least 75 in the wild, and the red wolf population from 14 to 160 in managed care, with more than 100 in the wild. Every pack of Mexican gray wolves roaming the Southwest and 70 percent of North Carolina red wolves can be traced back to the center. Wildlife protection laws vary by state. Key conservation successes typically begin with local and regional initiatives promoted by farsighted individuals that care enough to get the ball rolling and back it up with supportive legislation. Christian Samper, Ph.D., CEO of the Wildlife Conservation Society, observes, “Zoos and aquariums help the public better understand the natural systems that make all life possible. The hope is that what people understand, they will appreciate and what they appreciate, they will work to protect.” One person’s care can make a difference. For an animal, it can mean life itself. Sandra Murphy is a freelance writer in St. Louis, MO. Connect at StLouis FreelanceWriter@mindspring.com.

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or seasonal eaters, farm market shoppers and members of community supported agriculture, vegetable greens have become a normal part of everyday diets. Recognized as the most nutrient-rich group of veggies, they deliver multiple benefits. Greens are a top source of vitamin K, essential to bone health, and are abundant in vitamins A, B (especially folic acid) and C. They deliver considerable antioxidants and chlorophyll, widely known to protect against cancer, and are anti-inflammatory, according to Dr. Joel Fuhrman, a family physician in Flemington, New Jersey, who specializes in nutritional medicine. Fuhrman notes, “The majority of calories in green vegetables, including leafy greens, come from protein, and this plant protein is packaged with beneficial phytochemicals. They’re rich in folate and calcium, and contain small amounts of omega-3 fatty acids.” Hardy greens, like kale, chard and collards, are good sources of accessible calcium. Only about 30 percent of calcium from dairy products is absorbed, but according to Registered Dietitian Ginny Messina, “For certain leafy green vegetables, rates are considerably higher. We absorb between 50 and 60

percent of the calcium in cruciferous leafy green vegetables like kale and turnip greens.” Tasty and versatile, greens can add interest and value to every meal. Here’s how. Smoothies and juices. Spinach tastes so mild in smoothies and juices that we barely know it’s there. Kale and collards add a mild greens flavor. A big handful or two of spinach or one or two good-size kale or collard leaves per serving is about right. Greens blend well with bananas, apples, berries and pears. A high-speed blender is needed to break down kale and collards; a regular blender is sufficient for spinach. An online search for “green smoothies” will turn up many recipes. Use “massaged” raw kale in salads. Rinse and spin-dry curly kale leaves stripped from their stems, and then chop into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the stems to add to another salad or lightly cooked vegetable dishes or simply discard. Place the cut kale in a serving bowl. Rub a little olive oil onto both palms and massage the kale for 45 to 60 seconds; it’ll soften up and turn bright green. Add other desired veggies and fruits and dress the mixture.

A favorite recipe entails tossing massaged kale with dried cranberries, toasted or raw cashew pieces, vegan mayonnaise and a little lemon juice. Massaged kale also goes well with avocados, apples, pears, Napa or red cabbage, carrots, pumpkin seeds and walnuts. It can alternatively be dressed in ordinary vinaigrette, sesame-ginger or tahini dressing. Add hardy greens to stir-fries. The best stir-fry greens are lacinato kale, collards or chard. Rinse and dry the leaves, and then strip them from the stems. Stack a few leaves and roll them up snugly from the narrow end. Slice thinly to make long, thin ribbons and then cut them once or twice across to shorten; adding thinly sliced stems is optional. Add the strips to the stir-fry toward the end of cooking. They blend well with broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, celery, bok choy, asparagus and green beans. Soy sauce, tamari and ginger add flavor. Use leafy spring greens in salads. Look beyond lettuce to create invigorating warm-weather salads. Use lots of peppery watercress (a nutritional superstar), baby bok choy, tender dandelion greens, tatsoi and mizuna (Japanese greens are increasingly available from farm markets). Combine with baby greens and sprouts, plus favorite salad veggies and fruits for a clean-tasting and cleansing repast. Learn to love bitter greens. Add variety to the meal repertoire with escarole, broccoli rabe and mustard greens. These mellow considerably with gentle braising or incorporation into soups and stews. Heat a little olive oil in a large, deep skillet or stir-fry pan; sauté chopped garlic and/or shallots to taste. Add washed and chopped greens, stir quickly to coat with the oil, and then add about a quarter cup of water or vegetable stock. Cover and cook until tender and wilted, about five minutes. Traditional additions include raisins and toasted pine nuts, salt and pepper and a little apple cider vinegar. Nava Atlas is the author of the recent book, Plant Power: Transform Your Kitchen, Plate, and Life with More Than 150 Fresh and Flavorful Vegan Recipes, from which this was adapted. Visit VegKitchen.com.

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atie Newell, a blogging Kansas City mother of two who fights inflammation from several autoimmune diseases, is rigorous about the fresh, unprocessed food she buys. After noticing adverse symptoms from dining at a restaurant, Newell initially thought that eating out was no longer an option for her. Today, she happily ventures out for the occasional restaurant meal,

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London’s celebrated Chef Yotam Ottolenghi, founder of several restaurants and takeout emporia and author of bestselling cookbooks Plenty and Jerusalem, says that “healthy” can happen simply by putting the spotlight on plants. Ottolenghi’s cuisine is known for celebrating vegetables, fruits and herbs. He says, “That attitude, I think, is a very healthy attitude to eating.” At Gracias Madre, a plant-based vegan Mexican restaurant in Los Angeles and San Francisco, high style doesn’t mean chandeliers and rich cream sauces. The brainchild of Executive Chef Chandra Gilbert, also director of operations for the Bay Area’s vegan Café Gratitude, it serves organic, local and sustainable fruits and vegetables and bold flavor without excessive calories. She says, “I’m inspired by what I want to eat that tastes good and makes me feel good, and I want to affect this planet—to create health and vibrancy all the way around.” True Food Kitchen, a partnership between Dr. Andrew Weil and restaurateur Sam Fox, offers “honest food that tastes really good” at Atlanta, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Phoenix and Washington, D.C., locations. For lunch, diners might sip sea buckthorn, pomegranate, cranberry or black tea along with their quinoa burger or organic spaghetti squash casserole. Newell and her family gravitate towards SPIN! Neapolitan Pizza, touting recipes developed by James Beard Awardwinning Chefs Michael Smith and Debbie Gold, who partnered with entrepreneur Gail Lozoff to create the first healthy, high-style pizzeria in 2005. Today it offers traditional and gluten-free pizza topped with fresh and organic (whenever possible) ingredients at locations in Dallas, Omaha, the Kansas City metro area and Orange County, California. Even at fast-food restaurants, healthy choices are increasingly available. “Unforked, Panera Bread and Chipotle do a great job being transparent about what’s in their food,” says Newell. Before venturing out, she often

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A burgeoning fleet of creatively conceived food trucks takes healthy eating to local customers in U.S. cities. In addition to preparing organic, plant-based foods, The Green Food Truck, in Culver City and San Diego, California, recycles used vegetable oil, composts produce scraps and offers recyclable servingware. Josh Winnecour, founder of the Fuel Food Truck, in Asheville, North Carolina, cites losing 50 unwanted pounds as his incentive for serving nutrient-dense, made-from-scratch food to his clientele.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 14 Usui Reiki Level I and II Class – 9am-5pm. Intense workshop resulting in Certification as a Reiki I and II practitioner through The International Center for Reiki Training. Both attunements given. Pamela Heavner. $200. 8324 Bell Creek Rd, Ste 800, Mechanicsville. 804-559-7990. Healing ConnectionsVA.com.

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SUNDAY, MARCH 1

What is Bio-Therapeutic Drainage? – 10am12pm. Learn how can it help you regain, achieve & maintain the health you deserve. Natalie Weaver BCND, Hom. Free. Good Foods Grocery, 1312 Gaskins Rd. 434-414-8959. NatalieWeaver.com

Skin Whisperer – Sunshine Botanicals – 9am-5pm. Learn about natural alternatives for the treatment of aging and problem skin conditions. Lift and tighten sagging skin w/out laser or surgery and reverse the damage caused by chemotherapy and radiation. $125. Virginians 4 Health Freedom. Va4HF.com.

MONDAY, MARCH 2 Beginners/Mixed Level Yoga – 7:45pm. Gentle intro to yoga. Students w/prev experience welcome. Includes posture, breathing techniques, Yoga Nidra (15 min. deep relaxation) in a meditative and caring setting. Nora Vimala Pozzi, ERYT500, PRYT. $91/7wks; $15 drop-in or pay what you can. Integral Yoga Center/YogaHelps. Friends Mtg, 4500 Kensington Ave. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com.

TUESDAY, MARCH 3 X-Gentle Yoga – 10:30am. Combines chair yoga w/yoga on the mat. Specially designed for ppl w/ some physical limitations. Benefits = relaxation, flexibility, balance, strength, peace. Nora Pozzi, ERYT500, PRYT. $105/7wks; $17 drop-in. Integral Yoga Center/YogaHelps. Near Carytown. 804-3421061. YogaHelps.com. Continuing/Mixed Level Yoga – 4:45pm. Integral Yoga class for students w/some experience. Mindful postures, breathing, yoga nidra & meditation. Nora Vimala Pozzi, ERYT500, PRYT. $91/7wks; $15 drop-in. Integral Yoga Center/YogaHelps. Near Carytown. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4 X-Gentle Yoga – 6pm. See 3/3 listing. Nora Pozzi, ERYT500, PRYT. $105/8wks; $17 drop-in. Integral Yoga Center/YogaHelps. Friends Mtg, 4500 Kensington Ave. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com. Beginners/Mixed Level Yoga – 7:15pm. See 3/2 listing. Nora Vimala Pozzi, ERYT500, PRYT. $91/7wks; $15 drop-in or pay what you can. Integral Yoga Center/YogaHelps. Friends Mtg, 4500 Kensington Ave. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 5 X-Gentle Yoga – 10:30am. See 3/3 listing. Nora Pozzi, ERYT500, PRYT. $105/7wks; $17 drop-in. Integral Yoga Center/YogaHelps. Near Carytown. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com. Continuing/Mixed Level Yoga – 4:45pm. See 3/3 listing. Nora Vimala Pozzi, ERYT500, PRYT. $91/7wks; $15 drop-in. Integral Yoga Center/ YogaHelps. Near Carytown. 804-342-1061. Yoga Helps.com.

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Community Acupuncture, Qigong and Meditation – 9-9:45am (Qigong, Meditation), 10am-12pm (Community Acupuncture). Joseph Schibner will host a session of stretching, breathing exercises combined w/movements (Qigong), & meditation. Followed by Auricular Acupuncture to 5 points located on the ear that affect all areas of the body. Free. American Institute of Massage, 10960 Three Chopt Rd, 804-290-0980. AIMVA.com.

Nutritionals – 5:30-7:30pm. Learn how to get more nutritional value from the foods you eat and the supplements you take. Supercharge your current health efforts. Dr. Sherron Marquina. $25. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. 804-3772222. HealthInSyncs.com.

FRIDAY, MARCH 6 Healing Touch Class, Level 1 – 3/6-3/8. Learn & practice 10 techniques using energy-based concepts. No prereq. $363 incl. book, $50 discount if you bring a friend. Certified CE program w/Ann Rust. Holistic Healing Opportunities, Inc, 1100 Mt Pisgah Dr, Midlo. 804-378-4606.

SATURDAY, MARCH 7 “Better Body” Curvy Yoga Classes – 10:3011:45am (3/7, 14, 21, 28). Gentle, beginner yoga classes designed to meet the needs of people with all body types and skill levels. Kinan Fadl Zaitoun, RYT200. $20/class or $75/4-class series. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. Info@GlenmoreYoga.com. Reiki I Certification Class – 12-6pm. Awaken the gift of healing for yourself and others. The Chrysalis Institute, 3521 Ellwood Ave. 804-677-4539. SageCrossings.com.

SUNDAY, MARCH 8 Intro to Ashtanga 8-Wk Series – 11:30am. Learn the foundation of Ashtanga yoga. Kyra Haigh. $112/8 wks. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St (next to Byrd Theatre). AshtangaYoga Richmond.com.

Qigong Class: Taoist Five Elements in Your Life – 1-2:30pm (3/14, 21, 28). Serious and fun study of how Fire, Earth, Metal, Water & Wood integrate all aspects of our daily lives. Joy Black. $75. Good Energy for Life, 555 Southlake Blvd, Ste C-2. 804971-7135. GoodEnergyForLife.net.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18 Silent Ember Day Retreat – 9:30am-3:30pm. Share a quarterly Ember Day of silence and reflection at The Clearing in Amelia Co. Forest paths are open & tables and chairs are available for rest, reading, artwork & writing. Marjorie Bertolino/Elizabeth Smith. $10 suggested donation. 13941 Genito Rd, Amelia Court House. 804-359-0384. Chrysalis Institute.org.

THURSDAY, MARCH 19 Movie Screening: Microbirth – 6-7:30pm. Investigates the latest scientific research about the microscopic events that happen during childbirth. These events could have life-long consequences for the health of our children and could even impact mankind. Dr. Sherron Marquina. Free. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. RSVP: 804-377-2222. HealthInSyncs.com.

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TUESDAY, MARCH 10 Medicine Cabinet Makeover – 6:30pm. Nina Jacobs, Ship Shape Lifestyle. Free. Good Foods, Stony Point. 804-350-6218. ShipShapeLifestyle.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 12 Intro to Restorative Yoga – 6:15pm. Yoga poses supported by various props (bolsters, pillows, blankets). Poses can be held for a longer time, creating deeper relaxation, balance & peace. All levels welcome. Max 8 ppl. Nora Vimala Pozzi, ERYT500, PRYT. $78/6wks; $15 drop-in. Integral Yoga Center/YogaHelps. Near Carytown. 804-3421061. YogaHelps.com.

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Contemplative Prayer – 7-9pm. Discover the history of contemplative prayer, learn about its practice and take a moment to center yourself. Henry Burke. $10 mbrs/$20 non-mbrs. Chrysalis Gathering Space, 3527 Ellwood Ave. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

FRIDAY, MARCH 20 Ashtanga Weekend Workshop with John Campbell, PhD – 3/20-3/22. Asst Prof in the Dept of Religious Studies at UVA and founder of the Contemplative Sciences Ctr, Campbell is a longtime practitioner of Tibetan Buddhism and has been

practicing Ashtanga yoga for 20+ yrs. $45/session; $200/workshop. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St (next to Byrd Theatre). AshtangaYoga Richmond.com. Learning to Love Ourselves: The Wisdom of the Heart – 3/20-3/22. Unleash your creative genius, gain insight into the patterns that keep you from the vastness of your own true nature, transform your emotional DNA and step into the radiance of who you really are. Joan Borysenko, PhD. $270. Add 2 nights accom. Satchidananda Ashram—Yogaville, Buckingham. 800-858-9642. Yogaville.org. Living Well Today International Open House – 10am-5pm. Visit and see for yourself all that is available to help you repair, restore & reconnect yourself to better health. 1791 Cambridge Dr, Ste 203. 804-562-8554. LWTInternational.com. Movie Screening: Microbirth – 12:30-2pm. See 3/19 listing. Dr. Sherron Marquina. Free. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. RSVP: 804-377-2222. HealthInSyncs.com.

Erectile Dysfunction, Prostate health. $225/2-day event. Va4HF.org.

Reconciliation; “Ocracoke and the Outer Banks”, Ray McAllister, editor, The Boomer Magazine; and “Virginia Historical Society: Past, Present, Future”, Paul Levengood, CEO, Virginia Historical Society. Free. Open University of The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond. St. Mary Catholic Church, 9505 Gayton Rd. Free. 804-355-7282. TSCOR.org.

SATURDAY, APRIL 4 Nutritionals – 10am-12pm. See 3/5 listing. Dr. Sherron Marquina, $25. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. RSVP: 804-377-2222. HealthInSyncs.com.

Epigenetics – 6:30-8:30pm. Endocrine imbalances and Epigenetics. Natalie Weaver BCND, Hom/Lisa “Healthy” Hazelgrove, Emotional Code Specialist. Free. Good Foods Grocery, 1312 Gaskins Rd. 434414-8959. NatalieWeaver.com.

THURSDAY, APRIL 9 Is Your Thyroid to Blame? Part 1 – 6-7:30pm. In-depth exploration of thyroid function, supporting thyroid health and thyroid testing and why those “normal” results may not be telling the whole story. Dr. Sherron Marquina. $55/2 classes. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. RSVP: 804-377-2222. HealthInSyncs.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 26 Nourishing Body and Mind: Courses for Seniors – 8 wks. Gentle Yoga; Feldenkrais; Medical Potpourri; Medieval People; Travelogues; French, German, Latin, Japanese; plus luncheon speakers on a variety of topics. Open University of The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond at First Presbyterian Church, 4602 Cary St. 804-355-7282. TSCOR.org.

FRIDAY, APRIL 10 Embodied Awakening, A Weekend Workshop With Michael Stone – 4/10-4/12. Stone is a renowned yoga teacher, Buddhist teacher, psychotherapist and activist. His work explores the intersection of spiritual practice and social action. Sponsored by 4025 Yoga. Register: 804-787-4242. KarunaYogaTeacherTrainingPrograms.com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 21

Body Basics – 10am-12pm. “The basics” that you didn’t learn in school: understanding the many dimensions of your body’s functioning, and the simple, but not so obvious ways you can support its well-being. Dr. Sherron Marquina. $25. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. RSVP: 804-377-2222. HealthInSyncs.com. Parallel Realities – 10am-12pm. Followed by potluck lunch. Learn how to shift into realities that are beneficial to you, instead of living in a reality that is detrimental to your health & well-being.“Dr. Ani” Hristova, MD. Free/mbrs; donation/non-mbrs. Central VA Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS). River Rd. Baptist Church, 8000 River Rd. 804-690-3310. Yoga for a Pain Free Body – Upper Body Workshop: 1-3pm, Lower Body Workshop: 3:30-5:30pm. Designed to help students experiencing chronic pain. Learn yoga techniques and physical tips that offer relief. Kim Leibowitz, RYT500, ERYT200/Jennifer Hays, MPT. $40/2-hr workshop or $75/both. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. Info@GlenmoreYoga.com.

MONDAY, MARCH 23 Mental Stimulation: Courses for Seniors – 8-wk. morning classes. The History of Anglo-Irish Relationships; Opera; Women in the Bible; The European Union; Intermediate French; Conversational German; Art Appreciation; plus luncheon speakers on a variety of topics. Open University of The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond. St. Luke Lutheran Church, 7757 Chippenham Pkwy. 804-355-7282. TSCOR.org.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25 Nourishing the Mind: Lunch and Life Series for Seniors – 12pm (4 wks). Brown bag lunch followed by speaker at 12:30pm. “Major John Booth—Wanted Dead or Alive”, Bill Young, History in Person; “The New Religious Divide”, Dr. William Sachs, executive director, Ctr for Interfaith

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How to Enjoy Meditation – 10-11:30am. Guidance for starting a practice. Learn physical postures for sitting, standing or lying down; breathing; what to do with your hands & eyes; adaptations for comfort/ ability. Joy Black. $35. Good Energy for Life, 555 Southlake Blvd, Ste C-2. 804-971-7135. GoodEnergy ForLife.net.

Freedom from Chronic Stress Webinar Series – 7pm. A Professional Woman’s Journey to Peace, Contentment and Laughter. $47. Freedom from Chronic Stress Coach, Angela Savitri. FreedomFromChronicStress2015.eventbrite.com.

FRIDAY, MARCH 27 Raja Yoga Intensive – 3/27-3/29. Covering Yoga Philosophy: “The Mystery and Mastery of the Mind”, “Practice and Non-Attachment”; Ashtanga Yoga: “Eight Keys to Peace”; Overcoming Obstacles: “Making the Teachings Work for You”. Swami Karunananda, ERYT500. $235. Add 2 nights accom. Satchidananda Ashram—Yogaville, Buckingham. 800-858-9642. Yogaville.org. Yoga Therapy for Chronic Pain – 3/27-3/29. Understand Viniyoga’s therapeutic interventions for chronic pain and learn strategies for assessing individuals w/chronic pain and intervening in beneficial ways. Gary Kraftsow, MA, ERYT500. $270. Add two nights accom. Satchidananda Ashram—Yogaville, Buckingham. 800-858-9642. Yogaville.org. Quest for the Divine: Exploring the Ultimate – 7-9pm. Chrysalis’ keynote event. Explore the way different religious traditions, Eastern and Western, view the Divine. Dr. Jay Ford. $10 mbrs/$20 nonmbrs. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. 804-3590384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

SATURDAY, MARCH 28 Building Hormone Health – 9am-5pm (3/28-3/29). Brief overview of digestion and its connection to candida overgrowth, Xeno-Estrogen overload and its effect on health, Women’s Health, The Child Bearing Years, The Specific Dis-Ease Conditions, Menopausal Concerns, Organs For Hormone Balance, The Endocrine System, Liver building and cleansing. Men’s Health; Andropause, Depression,

SATURDAY, APRIL 11 Gemmotherapy, Liver, Kidneys and You! – 10am12pm. Natalie Weaver BCND, Hom. Free. Good Foods Grocery, 1312 Gaskins Rd. 434-414-8959. NatalieWeaver.com.

SUNDAY, APRIL 12 Community Acupuncture, Qigong and Meditation – 9-9:45am (Qigong, Meditation), 10am12pm (Community Acupuncture). See 3/1 listing. Free; donations accepted. American Institute of Massage, 10960 Three Chopt Rd, 804-290-0980. AIMVA.com.

THURSDAY, APRIL 16 Spring Silent Retreat: Renew Your Connection with Your Inner Guidance – 4/16-4/19. Take time out and immerse yourself in silent reflection, expert presentations, many practices of yoga. Get inspired and relax. Rev. Prakasha Capen & Senior Staff. $250. Add 3 nights accom. Satchidananda Ashram—Yogaville, Buckingham. 800-858-9642. Yogaville.org. Body Basics – 5:30-7:30pm. See 3/21 listing. Dr. Sherron Marquina. $25. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. RSVP: 804-377-2222. HealthInSyncs.com. Paths to the Divine: An Interfaith Panel – 7-9pm. How do Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, and Buddhism view divinity? Join Chrysalis for a deep discussion w/reps from each of these faiths. Rev. William Sachs, PhD/Shari Motro, PhD/Rajagopal Thuppal/Imad Damaj, PhD/Philip Davidson, PhD. $10 mbrs/$20 non-mbrs. Chrysalis Gathering Space, 3527 Ellwood Ave. 804-359-0384. Chrysalis Institute.org.

SATURDAY, APRIL 18 Intro to Iridology – 10am-12pm. Intro to the study of the iris, the colored part of the eye, for acquired and inherent weaknesses in the body that could hold the keys to the health questions. Natalie Weaver BCND, Hom. Free. Good Foods Grocery, 1312 Gaskins Rd. 434-414-8959. NatalieWeaver.com.

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Remembering Our Oneness – 10am-12pm. Followed by potluck lunch. Tom Hansen, singer, songwriter and author based in Charlottesville, will speak about his new book and will share his music. Free/ mbrs; donation/non-mbrs. Central VA Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS). River Rd. Baptist Church, River/Ridge Rds. 804-378-4606.

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Healthy Living Fair Discover new ways to bring health and vitality into your life. Music, meditation, holistic and mainstream health professionals, demos, dance, vendors, food. Theme for featured speakers is SOUND.

tests you need & should be getting from your PCP, foods to avoid and herbs to enjoy, questions to ask. $225/2-day event. Va4HF.org. Reiki II Practitioner Certification Class – 12-6pm. Develop and enhance your energetic attunement. Sage Crossings. The Chrysalis Institute, 3521 Ellwood Ave. 804-677-4539. SageCrossings.com.

THURSDAY, APRIL 30 Is Your Thyroid to Blame? Part 2 – 6-7:30pm. See 4/9 listing. Dr. Sherron Marquina. $55/2 classes. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. RSVP: 804-377-2222. HealthInSyncs.com.

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April 18 • 10am-4pm Unity of Bon Air 923 Buford Rd.

The Spirituality of Yoga – 11am-2pm. Explore how yoga views the soul and enlightenment, its use of mantra as a tool to connect with the divine, and ayurvedic concepts of spirituality. Liz Malaugh, MS, ERYT. $20 mbrs/$30 non-mbrs. Chrysalis Gathering Space, 3527 Ellwood Ave. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

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Yoga Therapy (PRYT) Demo – 11am & 2pm. Visit our Info Booth at the Unity Church of Bon Air Healthy Living Fair. 923 Buford Rd. Info: Nora Vimala Pozzi, ERYT500, PRYT, 804-3421061, YogaHelps.com or Scott McMullan, MSW, 804-258-3613.

TUESDAY, APRIL 21 Purification Workshop – 6-7:15pm. What is Purification? It is merely the internal cleansing and detoxification of your body. Learn about a 21-day Purification Program that will kick start a healthy new you. A healthy dinner will be served. Free. RSVP: 804-559-6818 or HealthLinkVA.com.

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Sacred Sounds: Healing Sounds–Chakra Frequencies & the Divine Name – 4/24-4/26. Learn how sound can: energize and balance the brain, increase the immune system, tune the nervous system & more. Jonathan & Andi Goldman, MA, LPC. $250. Add 2 nights accom. Satchidananda Ashram—Yogaville, Buckingham. 800-858-9642. Yogaville.org. Yoga for the Female Pelvic Floor: Demystifying “Down There” – 4/24-4/26. Proper strengthening and stabilizing of the pelvic floor helps to create the correct foundation of each movement in the body, aids pelvic pain, urine leakage, discomfort & more. Leslie Howard, ERYT. $250. Add 2 nights accom. Satchidananda Ashram—Yogaville, Buckingham. 800-858-9642. Yogaville.org.

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Auto-Immune & Thyroid – 9am-5pm (4/24-4/25). Learn thyroid conditions (hypo & hyper), common root causes of thyroid problems/autoimmune, selfcare exercises and awareness of your body, lab

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plan ahead SATURDAY, MAY 2 Reversing Brain Aging – Facts and Fallacies – 1-2:30pm (5/2, 5/23, 6/13). Making everyday choices can enhance your brain health – and your vitality – now & in your future. (3-part series). Dr. Sherron Marquina. $80/series (must attend 1st session). Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. RSVP: 804-377-2222. HealthInSyncs.com. Ayurveda Workshop – 3/2 (1-3pm), 3/3 (11:30am1:30pm), 3/9 (1-4pm). A brief history of ayurveda; its relationship w/yoga and how the two sciences can help us find balance w/in our daily lives. Brinson Leigh Kresge. $100 by 4/25; $140 after 4/25. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St (next to Byrd Theatre). AshtangaYoga Richmond.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 14 Women’s Wellness Retreat – 5/14-5/17. Are you ready to take back your health? Spend 4 days learning & applying tools you can use in your daily life to take better care of yourself & your family. Sweat, learn, support, encourage & be inspired in Sandbridge, VA. Guerrilla-Wellness. $975/single occ, $900/dbl occ. 804-304-9624. Guerrilla-Wellness.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 20 Richmond Vegetarian Festival – 12-6pm. Don’t miss the 13th Annual Richmond Vegetarian Festival. Learn more about a vegetarian lifestyle for your health, the environment or animal welfare. Free. Bryan Park. VeggieFest.org.

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Ann Petersen, 804-764-7201 or Jackie Sullivan, 804-764-7506. SilverSneakers Group X Classes – 10 &11:30am. Strength & balance classes. Free for Humana & other Healthways (SilverSneaker)-eligible Medicare recipients. Details and locations: Vanessa at 804-350-6721.

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Free Open Bereavement Support Group – 5:306:30pm. Open to all. Please come at least 3 times to benefit from the group experience; no commitment required. Alane Cameron Miles, MDiv, Hospice Chaplain & Bereavement Care Coord. Metropolitan Community Church, 2501 Park Ave. 804-353-9477.

Falun Gong Exercise Practice – 9am. Free. Deep Run Park, Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-747-1215. Richmond Zen – Meditation: 9-10:20am. Study Group: 10:30-11:30am. Meditation instruction avail. 3411 Grove Ave. 804-366-5546. RichmondZen.org. photo by Candice Trimble

Richmond Lotus Sangha – 1-2pm. Mindfulness Meditation group in tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. Sitting, walking meditation, discussion. McKenzie Casad. Free. 1312 W Main St. 757-553-2780 or McKenzie.Sangha@gmail.com. Prenatal Yoga – 3:30pm. Prepare your body & mind for the birth of your child. Kyra Haigh. $112/8wks. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St (next to Byrd Theatre). AshtangaYogaRichmond.com. Breast Cancer Support Meeting – 3rd, 4:30pm. Sisters Network Breast Cancer Survivors. SNCVA House, 105 E Clay St. 804-447-4027.

fitness levels. Marybeth Grinnan. $11 mbrs/ $15 non-mbrs. Chrysalis Gathering Space, 3527 Ellwood Ave. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org.

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Vigorous Flow – 7:15pm. Invigorate the body, mind & spirit by exploring more challenging postures, sequences & subtle practices in a faster paced Flow-style class. Karen Hansen/Bryan Hooten/ Kathleen Brady. $16 or class pkg. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St (next to Byrd Theatre). AshtangaYogaRichmond.com.

Svaroopa Yoga Classes – 9-10:30am & 6:30-8pm. Deeply restorative yoga classes for Beg/Continuing levels. Deborah Woodward, RYT, CSYT700. $116/8wks; $16/drop-in. 800 Blanton Ave. 804-3381105 or Art1Am@verizon.net. Tai Chi – Intermed: 10:30am, Beginner: 1pm. Yang 24 Form and Sun 31 Form are taught in each class. Yang 24 is most widely recognized form. Sun 31 is a restorative form designed to help alleviate problems associated w/arthritis, diabetes, orthopedic concerns/ rehab & other physical challenges. Jenny Barone. $10. First Baptist Church, 2709 Monument Ave. 804-355-8637. Burgess@fbcrichmond.org. Flow Yoga – 4:30pm. Fluid, dynamic practice focusing on transitions between postures while building a deeper awareness of the energetic body. Kathleen Brady. $14 or class pkg. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St (next to Byrd Theatre). AshtangaYogaRichmond.com. Meditation Practice – 5:15-5:45pm. Meditation cushions & chairs provided. Nora Pozzi, ERYT500, PRYT. $5 donation. Integral Yoga Center/YogaHelps. Friends Mtg, 4500 Kensington Ave. 804342-1061. YogaHelps.com. Continuing Yoga – 6pm. Integral Yoga class for students w/some experience. Mindful postures, breathing, yoga nidra & meditation. Nora Pozzi, ERYT500, PRYT. $91/7 wks; $15 drop-in. Integral Yoga Center/YogaHelps. Friends Mtg, 4500 Kensington Ave. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com. Healing Touch Clinic – 4th; 6:30, 7:30 & 8:30pm. Ann Rust. Free. Mt. Pisgah UMC, Midlo. Register w/Ginger: 804-378-4606. Nia at Chrysalis – 7-8:15pm. Experience bodymind movement and lifestyle practice, blending Eastern and Western traditions; suitable for all

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tuesday Svaroopa Yoga, Embodyment Yoga Therapy, Healing Touch, Reiki – Svaroopa Yoga decompresses the spine and supports release of muscular tension deep w/in body w/out forcing or straining. Improve flexibility, breathing, digestion, balance, posture; build bone strength; strengthen immune system; reduce pain, stress, anxiety, illness; increase energy. Wkend/eve appts avail. Anita Snellings, CSBT, CEYT, CHTP, Reiki Master. 804-356-7477. MyPeacefulBody@gmail.com. Ongoing Dream Groups – Mornings. 8401 Patterson Ave, Ste 204. Time & cost info: Cassandra at CMatt@DreampathLLC.com or 804-901-4583. Walk w/a Certified Instructor – Mornings & afternoons (times vary). Free for Humana & other Healthways (SilverSneaker)-eligible Medicare recipients. Details and locations: Vanessa at 804350-6721. Qigong – 9:30am. Free. Round House at Byrd Park. Phoebe Antrim. Register: 804-358-1772. Vigorous Flow – 9:30am. See Mon listing. $16 or class pkg. Karen Hansen/Bryan Hooten/Kathleen Brady. $16 or class pkg. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St (next to Byrd Theatre). Ashtanga YogaRichmond.com. Cancer Support Group – 9:30-11am. You Are Not Alone. Open to anyone touched by any type of cancer. Cancer Resource Ctr, MOB 1, Mem Reg Med Ctr, 8260 Atlee Rd, Mechanicsville. Info:

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Healthy-Steps – 6-7pm. Therapeutic movement w/ music for joints, muscles, balance, vitality. Medically designed for breast cancer survivors; perfect for post-surgery, post-rehab conditioning. Talia Moser. $45/5wks; $10 drop-in. Acupuncture Clinic of Richmond, 4801 Hermitage Rd, Ste 101. Register: 804-399-3353 or GoHealthySteps.com. Breast Cancer Support Group – 1st & 3rd, 6-7:30pm. Join fellow survivors through & beyond your cancer journey in a nurse-facilitated group. Free. 601 Watkins Ctr Pkwy, Ste 200. 804-594-3130. Tai Chi Chuan – 6-7:30pm. Learn the Yang style short form as taught by Grand Master Cheng Man Ch’ing. $165/10wks. Battery Park Christian Church, 4201 Brook Rd. Floyd Herdrich, 804-698-0225/ Sondra Sealine, 804-690-9878. TaiChiRichmond@ gmail.com. Mixed Level 1 & 2 Yoga – 6:30-7:45pm. For beginners to intermed w/instructors offering variations in poses. Susan Wolski. $60/4 classes w/in mo, $110/8 classes w/in mo, $17 drop-in. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-7415267. Info@GlenmoreYoga.com. Richmond Lymphedema Support Group Meeting – 3rd (except Nov, Dec, & Jan), 6:30-8pm. Free. Retreat Hospital Boardroom. Angela Denny, PT, CLT, 804-254-5164/Patty Donovan, 804-270-9071. Falun Gong Book Study – 7pm. Free. 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-747-1215. Vipassana Meditation – 7-8:30pm. 40-min seated meditation followed by recorded dharma talk & discussion. Ekoji Buddhist Sangha, 3411 Grove Ave. Contact Elizabeth: 804-840-2193 or Elizarro@ yahoo.com.

wednesday Svaroopa Yoga, Embodyment Yoga Therapy, Healing Touch, Reiki – See Tues listing. Wkend/ eve appts avail. Anita Snellings, CSBT, CEYT, CHTP, Reiki Master. 804-356-7477. MyPeaceful Body@gmail.com. Walk w/a Certified Instructor – Mornings & afternoons (times vary). Free for Humana & other Healthways (SilverSneaker)-eligible Medicare recipients. Details and locations: Call Vanessa at 804-350-6721. Yin Yoga – 9:30-11am. Increase range of motion in joints, especially hips, pelvis & lower spine, by holding poses from 3 to 5 minutes. Sarah Thacker/ Erin Forsyth. $60/4 classes w/in mo, $110/8 classes w/in mo, $17 drop-in. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. Info@ GlenmoreYoga.com.

GOT EVENTS? GET NOTICED! Advertise in our calendar. Soul Play – 10am-12pm. Built around Lightning Dream Work. Cassandra Matt. $25. Register: 804901-4583 or DreampathLLC.com. Journal Writing Practice Group – Every other Wed, 1-3pm. Linda Anson. $25. Call 804-337-5197 for spaces/dates. Flow Yoga – 4:30pm. See Mon listing. Kathleen Brady. $14 or class pkg. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St (next to Byrd Theatre). Ashtanga YogaRichmond.com. Prenatal Yoga – 5:45pm. See Sun listing. Kyra Haigh. $112/8 classes. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St. 804-622-8211. AshtangaYoga Richmond.com. Prenatal Yoga – 6pm. Mary Jo Lowery. St Mary’s Hospital. 804-814-7079.

SilverSneakers Group X Classes – 10 &11:30am. See Tues listing. Details and locations: Vanessa at 804-350-6721. Vigorous Flow – 5:45pm. See Mon listing. $16 or class pkg. Karen Hansen/Bryan Hooten/Kathleen Brady. $16 or class pkg. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St (next to Byrd Theatre). Ashtanga YogaRichmond.com. Suicide Support Group – 3rd, 6:30-8pm. Connect w/community members suffering from a suicide loss and receive emotional support. Peer-facilitated setting; no mental health professionals guide the group. Safe grieving environment, free of stigma and judgment. Pusey House at First Baptist Church, 2705 Park Ave. SOSLRVA.wordpress.com. Healing Touch Practice Group – 1st, 7-9:30pm. Pre-req HT Level 1. Ann Rust. Free. 2621 Radnor Pl, Midlo. 804-378-4606. Advanced Energy Practice Group – 3rd, 7-9:30pm. Advanced practitioner in any field; learn about a new modality in first half hour. Ann Rust. Free. 2621 Radnor Pl, Midlo. 804-378-4606.

Breast & Gyn Cancer Support Group – 1st, 6-7:30pm; 3rd, 12-1pm, Mary Baker, MSN. Free. Bon Secours Mem Reg Med Ctr. 804-893-8711.

VBAC Support Group – 2nd, 7:30pm. Mary Callender. Better Bodies Chiropractic, 1570 Early Settlers Rd, Chesterfield. 804-382-8222. VBACMom. CPM@gmail.com.

Tai Chi – 6:30-7:45pm. Warm-ups & meditation (w/ short 13 movement form). Lili Just Simons, Divine Therapy. $60/mo, $20/drop-in. Humphrey Calder Comm Ctr, 414 N Thompson St. 804-257-5573 or DivineTherapy.net.

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“Let Your Soul Speak” Journaling Practice – 1st, 7-8:15pm. Evening of reflection and writing. Elaine Kiziah & Ann Forburger. $5 donation. Chrysalis Gathering Space, 3527 Ellwood Ave. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org. Richmond Zen – 7-8:20pm. Meditation. Instruction avail. 3411 Grove Ave. 804-366-5546. Richmond Zen.org. “How Can I Keep From Singing?” Practice Group – 3rd, 7-9pm. Song and sharing in the spiritual practice of music-making. Martha Burford. $5 donation. Chrysalis Gathering Space, 3527 Ellwood Ave. 804-359-0384. ChrysalisInstitute.org. English Country Dancing – 7:30-9:30pm. Colonial Dance Club. Belmont Rec Ctr, 1600 Hilliard Rd. 804-744-3264.

thursday Svaroopa Yoga, Embodyment Yoga Therapy, Healing Touch, Reiki – See Tues listing. Wkend/ eve appts avail. Anita Snellings, CSBT, CEYT, CHTP, Reiki Master. 804-356-7477. MyPeaceful Body@gmail.com. Mindful Yoga – 9:15am. Gentle yoga & guided meditation. Susan Kratzer. $10 drop-in. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Rm 18. 804-357-1737. Ashtanga Improv – 9:15-10:45am. Vigorous practice of sun salutations to build strength and stamina and improve mental focus. Randi Weiss. $60/4 classes w/in mo, $110/8 classes w/in mo, $17 drop-in. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. Info@ GlenmoreYoga.com.

Ongoing Dream Groups – Mornings. 8401 Patterson Ave, Ste 204. Time & cost info: Cassandra at CMatt@DreampathLLC.com or 804-901-4583. Vigorous Flow – 9:30am. See Mon listing. $16 or class pkg. Karen Hansen/Bryan Hooten/Kathleen Brady. $16 or class pkg. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St (next to Byrd Theatre). Ashtanga YogaRichmond.com. Falun Gong Exercise Practice – 12:30-1pm. Free. Capitol Grounds, downtown. 804-747-1215. Journal Writing Practice Group – Every other, 1-3pm. Linda Anson. $25. Call 804-337-5197 for spaces and dates. Caregiver Support Group – 3rd, 2-3:30pm. Free. Jewish Family Services, 6718 Patterson Ave. Register: 804-282-5644 x254. Vipassana Meditation – 5:45-7:30pm. See Tues listing. Ekoji Buddhist Sangha, 3411 Grove Ave. 804-840-2193 or Elizarro@yahoo.com.

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Vigorous Flow – 9:45am. See Mon listing. $16 or class pkg. Karen Hansen/Bryan Hooten/Kathleen Brady. $16 or class pkg. Ashtanga Yoga Richmond, 2902 W Cary St (next to Byrd Theatre). Ashtanga YogaRichmond.com. Contra Dance – 2nd & 4th, 7-11pm. $7. Contra Dance Group. Lewis Ginter Rec Ctr. 804-247-9247/ Linda Salter, 804-266-7355. Dances of Universal Peace – 4th, 7:30pm. Sacred music/chants & simple circle dance. Friends Mtg, 4500 Kensington Ave. 804-231-5649.

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communityresourceguide JANET L. BORGES, MSTCM, L.AC.

ACUPUNCTURE ACUPUNCTURE & HEALTH CENTER Ruiping Chi, L.Ac., MD (China) 3924 Springfield Rd, Glen Allen 804-308-3561; 804-387-7651 AcupunctureVirginia.com

Trained and practiced in China since 1985. Specialties: pain management, allergies, fertility, gastro-intestinal disorders, insomnia, women’s heath, emotional issues, chronic medical conditions, cosmetic acupuncture.

Glen Ridge Professional Building 8401 Patterson Ave, Suite 103 804-405-2330 ThunderboltWellness.com

Nationally certified Oriental Medicine practitioner. Acupuncture, Chinese herbs and lifestyle counseling. Specialties: women’s health, addictions, emotional challenges and integrative support for chronic disease. Complementary consultations.

CHINESE ACUPUNCTURE & HERBS Xiaoyan Wang, L.Ac., MD (China) 3721 Westerre Parkway, Suite C, 23233 804-301-1784 AcupuncturistWang.com

ACUPUNCTURE CENTER OF RICHMOND

Remee Gemo, L.Ac., MSAOM Monte Jackson, L.Ac., MSAOM South: 1604 Huguenot Road, 23113 North: 7233 Mechanicsville Tpk, 23111 804-754-5108 AcuCenter-Richmond.com Voted one of the Best Alternative Health Centers by Style Weekly 2011-2014! Specialties: Women’s Health, IVF/ART Support, Infertility, Pain Management, Sports Injuries, Weight Loss, Acupuncture Facelift, Bells Palsy, Chronic Diseases. Appointments Monday-Sunday.

Trained and practicing acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine in China since 1983. Has extensive experience working as a doctor in Chinese hospitals, treating 30-40 patients per day. Your healthcare solution!

MAEGAN HODGE, L.AC.

20 N. 20th St., Ste. A, Richmond 804-234-3843 Info@CenteredRichmond.com CenteredRichmondAcupuncture.com Compassionate, comprehensive care near downtown. Affordable group acupuncture available, and private appointments. Specialties include acute and chronic pain, mental/emotional imbalances, allergies, headaches, digestive and women’s health concerns, Lyme. FSA/HSA accepted! Call M-F, appointments M-Th.

KRISTINA ASCHENBACH, L.AC. Essential Acupuncture, PLLC 5318 Patterson Avenue, Suite E 804-922-3485, Richmond Info@EssAcu.com, EssAcu.com

Kristina offers individualized and compassionate care through acupuncture, herbal medicine and lifestyle guidance. Specialties i n c l u d e : w o m e n ’s h e a l t h , infertility, IVF support, menstrual irregularities, menopause symptoms, emotional health, digestive issues and support during life transitions.

JOHN KANG, L.AC.

3961 Stillman Parkway, Suite D 1909 W. Cary St 804-513-4408 AznHealth.com

R. KEITH BELL, L.AC.

Oriental Medicine Specialists, P.C. 5500 Monument Ave, Ste R 804-358-7071 OMSPC.com Founder of Richmond’s first Traditional Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture clinic, Keith is a nationally recognized expert in Holistic Health. For over 15 years, Keith has provided quality, personalized care, helping thousands achieve their wellness goals.

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Coming from a family of Chinese doctors, John started apprenticing in Taiwan in 1995 before earning a Masters of Oriental Medicine from Meiji College. He treats a wide range of health issues, and specializes in infertility, mentalemotional disorders and gastrointestinal problems.

RIVER CITY COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE 1906 N. Hamilton St., Suite E 804-200-4054 Info@RiverCityAcu.com RiverCityAcu.com

Acupuncture is most effective when you can afford treatment; more so when you can afford to get treatment regularly. $35-$55 new clients; $20-$40 for returning clients. MC/VI & HSA/FSA accepted! Open M-F. Online scheduling available.

SUSAN SANDLIN, L.AC., MSOM, E-RYT 500

West End Eastern Medicine Acupuncture and Wellness 1891 Billingsgate Circle, Ste B, Richmond 804-437-1947 WestEndEasternMedicine.com A practitioner of Healing Arts since 1987, I combine Acupuncture, Chinese Herbs, Nutrition, Massage and/or Yoga Instruction into individual treatments for each patient. My approach to treating pain, stress, respiratory and digestive conditions, male/female health concerns, cancer care, graceful aging and more is intended to enhance your physical, mental and emotional wellness.

LISA CHRISTINA SMITH, DOM, L.AC. Health Offerings, Inc. 804-497-8860, Richmond HealthOfferingsAcupuncture.com

Nationally certified in Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture. Since 1998, I offer individualized, constitutional health care using Western and Chinese herbs, diet and food therapy, cupping and moxibustion.

WORSLEY CLASSICAL FIVE-ELEMENT ACUPUNCTURE

Floyd M. Herdrich, M.Ac., L.Ac., MAP™ 804-698-0225 WorsleyInstitute.org Family Practice Acupuncture, since 1985, now in Ginter Park. Complementary & Alternative treatment for medical conditions: overriding emphasis on Wellness, Body-Mind-Spirit and quality of life. See ad, page 9.

ALLERGY AMY LICHONCZAK, BCND 2008 Bremo Road, Ste 111 Richmond, VA 23226 804-740-4325 APlace4U2Heal.com

Board Certified Naturopathic Doctor experienced in Trauma Informed Care and resolving underlying root cause of illness. Specializing in alleviating allergies and immune system issues (i.e. Autism, Autoimmune, Arthritis, Depression, Eczema, frequent infections, Thyroid, Migraines, etc.).

BEAUTY/COSMETIC ACUPUNCTURE CENTER OF RICHMOND Remee Gemo, L.Ac., MSAOM 804-501-8060, Richmond LIFTFacialAcupuncture.com

Remee Gemo, L.Ac., originator of L.I.F.T. Facial Acupuncture provides effective, customized, anti-aging treatments to enhance beauty and youthfulness by utilizing natural, non-surgical methods to diminish wrinkles, lift sagging skin, brighten and improve the complexion.

BREAST THERMOGRAPHY IMAGE OF HEALTH

Cathy S. Phillips, CTT 2900 Polo Pkwy, Ste 103, Midlothian 804-748-7401 FightBC.com Breast Thermography uses infrared sensors to detect heat and increased blood flow around abnormal tissue. An abnormal thermogram indicates a future risk of breast disease. Interpreted by Jeanne Stryker, Board-Certified Radiologist.

CHIROPRACTOR DOMINION CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC

Elliot S. Eisenberg, DC 3904 Meadowdale Boulevard, Richmond 804-271-7920 DominionChiro.com Chiropractic and Massage. Providing pain relief to wellness care for all ages; individualized care programs since 1984. Voted Richmond’s Top Chiropractor in Richmond Magazine’s annual survey. See ad, page 10.

COLON THERAPY

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JANICE BONNER, CT

KAREN MADISON, CMT, BCST

Certified Colon Hydrotherapist Main Street Spa and Wellness Center 804-644-1084 MainStreetSpa.org

1806 Libbie Ave Richmond, VA 23226 804-247-3561 AwakenFromWithin.com

A healthy colon is essential to a healthy body. It restores colon muscle tone, rebalances intestinal flora and improves overall health. Call now for your consultation.

“Awaken From Within” – Offering Individual and Multi-Practitioner Sessions; Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy, Intuitive and Integrative Energy/Bodywork sessions; Spiral Synthesis; Cell and Core Belief Transformation; Myofascial Release Therapy; Reiki classes and other exciting and empowering workshops.

COLORPUNCTURE LIBBIE KARALOW, CMT, CCP 804-833-0899 AwakenFromWithin.com

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Offering individual sessions as well as multiple practitioner sessions with Karen Madison. Intuitive and Integrative Energy/ Bodywork; Colorpuncture; Massage Therapy; Myofascial Release Therapy; Craniosacral Therapy Reiki.

COUNSELING WELLNESS CENTRAL

Elizabeth Parchoc, LCSW (Owner) 1504 Santa Rosa Rd. #102, Richmond 804-285-0500; WellnessCentralVa.com Create a wellness plan that works for you. Address your emotional and spiritual self with our Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20+ years experience. Brief solutionfocused counseling, guided imagery and other models to encourage and empower. Affiliated with The Center for Child & Family Services. See ad, page 19.

DR. DEIDRE W. WHITTLE, LPC, PLC Psychologist/Life Coach 2235 Staples Mill Rd. #110 804-334-0005; DrDeidre@yahoo.com DrDeidreWhittleLPC.com

My mission as a psychologist and Life Coach is to utilize my spiritual, academic and personal experiences as a tool to empower and enrich the lives of others, through counseling or coaching relationships. See ad, page 43.

DR. CHERYL BRADFORD BILLINGSLEY, DDS, ND

10446 Ridgefield Parkway Near Short Pump 804-740-4485 RichmondFamilyDentistry.com Accreditation with the International Academy of Oral Medical Toxicology. Certified provider of Oral Cancer screening with Velscope. Mercury-free dental practice. Family and cosmetic dentistry. Sedation dentistrycertified practice. Teeth whitening. Invisalign braces. Instructor at Medical College of Virginia Dental School. See ad, page 2.

EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE (EFT) WAITKUS COUNSELING GROUP

Pamela A. Waitkus, Ed.S., LPC, LMFT Offices in Colonial Heights & Richmond 804-526-9885 WaitkusCounselingGroup.com Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) offers rapid, effective relief from many emotional problems, including trauma, anxiety, phobias, anger, sadness and grief, and is effective in weight release and overcoming self-sabotage. See ad, page 16.

ENERGY HEALING DORTCH & ASSOCIATES

Charlene Dortch, CH, CHTP, ATP® 804-839-3123, Richmond DortchAndAssociates.com Clear blocks and restore balance to your life. Services include Spiritual Response Therapy, Hypnosis, Healing Touch, Reiki, ThetaHealing™, Emotional Freedom Techniques, life coaching, ATP®. See ad, page 8.

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ENERGY HEALING cont.

FENG SHUI ®

HEALING CREATIONS

Rev. Emily Pels, BFA, CHTP, RoHun Doctor 804-740-0509, West End Richmond EPels@aol.com Working together to help you to remember what an awesome gift you are to this world. Experience a powerful healing restoring Joy, Balance, Harmony, Pain Release. Offering Healing Touch, Energy Medicine, RoHun, Crystal Healing, Past Life Regression, Intuitive Art, Meditation Therapy.

HOLISTIC HEALING OPPORTUNITIES, INC

FENG SHUI DIVA Robyn Bentley 804-241-1685 FengShuiDiva.com

Certified Professional Feng Shui consultations for your home or business. Author of Creating a Haven: Simple Steps for a Healthy and Nurturing Home. Featured on WTVR TV6, WRIC TV8, Lite98, Home Style, First For Women, The Wall Street Journal and more. Call or visit the website today.

LYDIA NITYA GRIFFITH

Ann Rust, HTCP/I, VortexHealing® Healing Touch/Quantum Touch/EFT 804-378-4606, Midlothian

804-678-8568, Richmond YogaWithNitya.com

Outstanding personal attention. Get back into the healthy flow of life! Certified Traditional Feng Shui Consultant and Chinese Astrologer. Over 12 years of experience with hundreds of clients all over the U.S. Free Astrology Readings with every home or office consultation.

Specializing in bringing wholeness by clearing deep-seated issues, releasing traumas, repatterning the hara, and reducing pain and stress using a variety of advanced healing techniques and Lightbody integration.

FERTILITY

SAGE CROSSINGS

R. KEITH BELL, L.AC.

Elizabeth Sexton, MA, MS, RMT 1805 Monument Ave, Suite 607 804-677-4539, Richmond SageCrossings.com Offering Reiki, Healing Touch, EFT, Intuitive Advising, and Life Coaching to support you along the path of self-evolution. Providing mentoring in times of stress and change, and energy therapy to balance mind, body and emotion.

PEGGY SIEGEL, MS

Oriental Medicine Specialists, P.C. 5500 Monument Ave, Ste R 804-358-7071 Omspc.com/Conscious_Conceptions R. Keith Bell, Licensed Acupuncturist, will help you incorporate a holistic approach into your fertility plan. He provides pre-conception planning, pregnancy support, & post-partum care & works extensively with those using Assisted Reproductive Technology.

BON SECOURS COMMONWEALTH FERTILITY AND WOMEN’S HEALTH

5318 Patterson Ave, Richmond 804-291-7785 Peggy.Siegel@gmail.com PeggySiegel.net Unique combination of intuitive mentoring and energy healing with a focus on living with intention. Offering energetic support and grounded guidance for healing and transformation. In private practice in Richmond since 1998.

WELL INTO LIFE

Carey Phillips, CMT, EEMCP, NCTMB 804-205-6531, West End WellIntoLife.com

Christine L. Cimo Hemphill, MD, NFPMC 13700 St. Francis Blvd, MOB, Ste 502 804-594-4700, Midlothian

Dr. Hemphill received her medical degree from Medical University of South Carolina and her OB/ GYN residency at Pitt County Memorial Hospital/East Carolina University. She completed her fellowship in Medical/Surgical NaProTECHNOLOGY® at Pope Paul VI Institute with Dr. Thomas Hilgers, co-creator, Creighton Model FertilityCare™ System.

Intuitive and integrative bodywork. Eden Energy Medicine Certified Practitioner, Structural Integration and massage therapies. Bringing balance and healing to body, mind and spirit. Empowering individuals to live more vibrant lives!

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FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE HEALTH INSYNCS

Sherron Marquina, DC, PAK 9210 Forest Hill Ave B-3, Richmond 804-377-2222 HealthInSyncs.com Board Certified Professional Applied Kinesiologist. Individualized care using functional diagnostics, gentle balancing methods, clinical nutrition, advanced therapies to solve difficult health problems or optimize your health.

HEALTH COACH INTEGRATIVE PRACTITIONER Anne LaMantia, RN 804-467-2473 AnneLaMantia@verizon.net

Integrative medicine aligns wellness—releasing toxins and adjusting diet. N utr itional guidance for a more balanced life. Regardless of your current health status, learn steps you can take to lead a more integrative, healthier lifestyle.

HEALTH PRODUCTS GOOD FOODS GROCERY

Gayton Crossing Shopping Center 1312 Gaskins Rd; 804-740-3518 Stony Point Shopping Center 3062 Stony Point Rd; 804-320-6767 GoodFoodsGrocery.com Natural Foods & Organic Produce. Bulk grains, fruits, spices & nuts. Herbs, vitamins & supplements. Prepared foods: vegetarian & vegan. Books, classes & education. Programs to support the community. See ad, page 7.

HOLISTIC HEALTH/ WELLNESS CENTER THE WELLNESS VILLAGE AT STARLING A Holistic Approach to Wellness 804-673-2936 1404 Starling Drive, Richmond TheWellnessVillage.com

We are a group of individual practitioners available full-time under one roof to provide you with holistic therapy options. We offer Massage Therapy, Colon Hydrotherapy, Acupuncture, Nutrition, Medical Hypnosis, LCSW, Pilates Studio, and Therapeutic Coaching.

HOLISTIC NURSE HAYAT BAIN, MSN, RN

Mandalas of Life 804-467-9674 MandalasOfLife@gmail.com Holistic nurse and interfaith minister serves families and individuals of all ages. Services include: Integration of nutrition and alternative health options to optimize well-being; Conscious Aging Program facilitation; weekly visits and care management to help elders maintain independence; life celebrations and blessings of all kinds in community.

HOMEOPATHY NATALIE WEAVER, BCND

4870 Sadler Road, Suite 300, Glen Allen 434-414-8959 NatalieWeaverND@NatalieWeaver.com NatalieWeaver.com Helping individuals achieve maximum health from systemic toxicity. Specializing in assisting healing of physiological imbalances causing acute, chronic or degenerative conditions in the body, using Clinical Homeopathy and Bio-Therapeutic Drainage™ techniques.

HYPNOTHERAPY DORTCH & ASSOCIATES

Charlene Dortch, CH, CHTP, ATP® 804-839-3123, Richmond DortchAndAssociates.com Clear blocks and restore balance to your life! Services include Spiritual Response Therapy, Hypnosis, Healing Touch, Reiki, ThetaHealing™, Emotional Freedom Techniques, life coaching, ATP®. See ad, page 8.

LASER THERAPY HEALTH INSYNCS

9210 Forest Hill Ave B-3, Richmond 804-377-2222 HealthInSyncs.com Laser therapy can reduce pain and swelling of strained muscles, tendonitis, irritated discs, inflamed nerves; can stimulate tissue repair and regeneration from old and new injuries. See our website for more information about laser therapy.

LIBBIE KARALOW, CMT, CCP

LIFE COACH

804-833-0899, Richmond AwakenFromWithin.com

THE COPPER SHOPPE

Sue Copper Life Coach & Creative Awakenings Facilitator 804-883-7692 SCopper@sprynet.com Sue employs life coaching and intentional art techniques to alleviate anxiety and gently guide clients toward their desires, direction and purpose. No need to have artistic talent. Meet Sue via a free introductory chat.

JAMIE LANEAVE, CMT, RAW FOOD COACH

Bardos Massage and Wellness, LLC 4124 E Parham Rd, Richmond, VA 23238 BardosMassageAndWellness.com

THE MAIN CHANNEL, LLC Stephen D. Saunders, M.Ed 804-405-5216, Richmond Cecilia B. Thomas, M.Ed, M.Ht 804-432-1109, Richmond TheMainChannel.net

Gain more life balance in a relaxed, strictly confidential setting. Goal and results oriented. Free, 30-minute consultation. Further information available on our website.

LYMPHATIC MASSAGE DUSTY HOOKE, NCMT, CLT

3500 Grove Ave, Ste 106, Richmond 804-869-4214 DustyHookeMassage.com Specializing in Oncology/Mastectomy Massage and Lymphatic Therapy. This gentle touch helps detoxify tissue, reduces swelling caused by lymphedema, surgery or injury, and restores tissue mobility. Customized Therapeutic Massage and Massage Cupping are also available.

MASSAGE THERAPY GLENMORE YOGA & WELLNESS CENTER

Far West End Location 10442 Ridgefield Parkway Henrico, VA 23233 804-741-5267 GlenmoreYoga@aol.com GlenmoreYoga.com Providing Therapeutic Massage for 30+ years. Tailored to your needs including Deep Tissue, Tr i g g e r P o i n t , P r e n a t a l , Therapeutic, Hot Stone, Couples and Swedish Massage. T h a i Yo g a M a s s a g e , Reflexology, Reiki, and Infant Massage Training. Member BBB. See ad, page 8.

Bardos means “an interval between two things”. It is a time when great healing can occur. Specializing in MediCupping, Far Infrared Sauna therapy, Detox Programs, Thai, Ashiatsu, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports Massage and Raw Food Coaching. Call today at 804-672-3489. See ad, page 3.

LIGHTEN UP MASSAGE AND WELLNESS

Linda Frazier, CMT, Usui Reiki Master 6130 Mechanicsville Tnpk 804-874-1920, Mechanicsville LightenUpMassageRVA.com In practice since 1997. Intuitive massage and specializing in Medical Massage, Deep Tissue, Craniosacral, Usui Reiki and Vortex Healing®. Reiki sessions & monthly classes.

ROYALFOOT

9036 West Broad Street, Henrico 804-527-7820 RoyalFootVa.com RoyalFootVa@gmail.com Richmond’s premier massage studio offering a unique combination of traditional Eastern therapeutic foot reflexology with Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone and couples body massages. Come experience the difference. Check our website for a special offer.

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MASSAGE THERAPY cont. STILL POINT MASSAGE THERAPY, LLC Martha B. Tyler, RN, CMT 5318 Patterson Ave, Suite E 804-350-7647 StillPointRichmond.com

Martha draws upon 20 years of experience as a nurse and educator to promote health and wellness through loving bodywork. Multiple modalities and flexible scheduling offered. Email: Martha@StillPointRichmond.com.

WELLNESS CENTRAL

Craig Cruse, CMT 1504 Santa Rosa Rd. #102, Richmond 804-285-0500; WellnessCentralVa.com Massage and therapeutic services to restore and relax your mind, body and spirit. Swedish, deep tissue, energy bodywork, craniosacral, myofacial release, prenatal and pediatric. A tranquil and comforting atmosphere that includes a therapeutic whirlpool tub, organic aromatherapy and other special add-ons. See ad, page 19.

MIDWIFE/NURSE-MIDWIFE THE WOMAN’S CENTER

Jean Curtacci, RN, CNM 13700 St. Francis Blvd, MOB Ste 510 804-423-8462, Midlothian As a certified nurse-midwife, Jean provides holistic care for women through all life stages. Jean has over 10 years of experience in women’s health care and is a strong proponent of disease prevention and wellness, patient education, informed decision making, and practicing evidencebased health care. See ad, page 3.

THE WOMAN’S CENTER

Kimberly Smith, CNM 13700 St. Francis Boulevard, MOB Ste 510 804-423-8462, Midlothian Kimberly has practiced as a nurse in Emergency, Women’s Health, and Labor and Delivery/MotherInfant care before receiving her Master of Science in Nursing and Nurse Midwifery. She finds it an honor to work alongside families who are welcoming new life. See ad, page 3.

THE WOMAN’S CENTER

Jennifer Walker, CNM 13700 St. Francis Boulevard, MOB Ste 510 804-423-8462, Midlothian Jennifer received her Master’s Degree as a Certified Nurse Midwife and Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner from the University of Utah College of Nursing. One of her primary goals is to help women at all stages of their lives to achieve their greatest level of health and wellness. See ad, page 3.

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE

Melanie Hartman, CNM 13700 St. Francis Blvd, MOB Ste 510 804-423-8462, Midlothian After practicing as a registered nurse in labor and delivery for seven years, Melanie pursued a graduate education in midwifery. Melanie is a certified nursemidwife who supports alternative birthing options. In addition to prenatal, postnatal and newborn care, she offers lactation support for new mothers. See ad, page 3.

Derek S. Metzler, MPT 804-644-1221, Richmond Restore-PT.com Highly specialized Physical Therapy Practice using John F. Barne’s Myofascial Release. Focused on resolving complex issues, especially those chronic in nature. Also treatment for women’s health.

NUTRITIONAL CONSULTING KEISHA BANKS-THORNTON, MPH, RD

Keisha Banks-Thornton is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Health and Wellness Coach who is an expert in food and nutrition. She helps individuals make amazing lifestyle changes through nutrition education and wellness coaching.

The only way to have a friend is to be one. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson 40

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South River Compounding Pharmacy 11420 W. Huguenot Road, Midlothian 3656 Mayland Ct, West End 804-897-6447; SouthRiverRx.com Our expert staff offers Counseling for: Weight Loss, Nutrition, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, Stress, Pain Management, Autism, Bio-Identical Hormone R e p l a c e m e n t T h e r a p y, Sports Nutrition, Respiratory Conditions, AntiAging (Optimal Aging), Allergies, Skin Ailments, Auto-immune disorders, GI Issues, Chronic Disease (ie: CFS/FM, RA, MS, etc.)…call today. We can help you get back on track. We also offer workshops, group and corporate programs. See ad, page 13.

JOSH SESSIONS, CHHC

Oriental Medicine Specialists, P.C. 5500 Monument Ave, Ste R 804-358-7071; OMSPC.com JoshSessions.com As a Certified Holistic Health Coach & Lifestyle Educator, Josh brings years of experience & unique insight to support & empower clients in achieving their goals, improving their health & living an inspired life.

RESTORE-PT, INC.

Good Nutrition PO Box 1612, Midlothian, VA 23113 MyGoodNutrition.com Keisha@MyGoodNutrition.com

THE WOMAN’S CENTER

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PAIN/STRESS DAVID HERRING, CMT, IMT Innovative Pain Release Center 804-573-9516, Richmond InnovativePainRelease.com

Address your pain & discomfort holistically with David’s expertise in Advanced Integrative Manual Therapy (IMT)™, Craniosacral, Myofacial Release & therapeutic massage therapy. David facilitates sustained & fast removal of pain & stress by identifying and addressing their causes. Very effective! Relaxing, non-invasive. Free assessments.

PET CARE PETCARE RVA

Serving Richmond’s West End Linda Anson, Owner 804-337-5197 PetCareRVA.com We offer focused, individualized care for your pets when you cannot be there. We are bonded, insured, certified by PSI, and have received Red Cross Pet First Aid training to ensure the highest level of care. See ad, page 21.

PET HEALTH BETTY BAUGH’S ANIMAL CLINIC 5322 Patterson Ave, Richmond 804-288-7387 BettyBaughsAnimalClinic.com

Betty Baugh’s Animal Clinic offers traditional as well as holistic and herbal remedies. Please see our website for information on all services offered. See ad, page 29.

REHABILITATION AT CARY STREET VETERINARY HOSPITAL Alexandra Dahlgren, DVM Cathleen Blanchong, DVM 3210 W. Cary Street, Richmond 804-355-9144 CaryStreetVet.com

Acupuncturist: specializing in geriatrics, pain management, sports medicine & rehabilitation. See ad, page 17.

REHABILITATION AT CARY STREET VETERINARY HOSPITAL Kim Raible, LVT Amy Wilson, MSPT 3210 W. Cary Street, Richmond 804-355-9144 CaryStreetVet.com

Canine Rehabilitation: underwater treadmill, therapeutic ultrasound, electrical stimulation, manual therapy and balance/gait training. See ad, page 17.

PHARMACY BAYLOR RICE, RPH, FIACP

South River Compounding Pharmacy 11420 W. Huguenot Road, Midlothian 3656 Mayland Ct, West End 804-897-6447; SouthRiverRx.com Customized medications—for people & pets—in unique dosage forms to eliminate dyes, sugar, lactose & alcohol, using state-ofthe-art technology. Personal consultations for health issues including Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy, Thyroid Therapy, Pain Management, Autism, and Dietary Concerns. Natural & herbal medicines; Health Screenings; Cortisol & hormone saliva testing; hair and stool analysis. Weight Loss Rx. We are a destination for health & wellness— your formula for optimal health. See ad, page 13.

RX3 COMPOUNDING PHARMACY

12230 Ironbridge Road, Suite C, Chester Phone: 804-717-5000 Fax: 804-717-8300 Rx3Pharmacy.com As Virginia’s premier compounding pharmacy, Rx3 has led the way in innovation and quality for 20 years. Nationally accredited and committed to product quality and safety. Specializing in BioIdentical Hormone Replacement Therapy, Pain Management, Veterinary Compounding, Sterile Preparations and a full line of nutritional supplements. See ad, page 17.

PHOTOGRAPHY RELISH PHOTOGRAPHY BY LEE, LLC Lee Shepperson, 804-874-3674 Debra Shepperson, 804-349-5009 RelishPhotoByLee2013@gmail.com RelishPhotoByLee2013.com

Your Photographer of Choice: Engagement and Wedding Photography; Portraits; Pregnancy and Baby Photography; Celebrations; School and Graduation Pictures; Sporting Events; Holiday Parties; Commercial and Business; Pets and more. Creating your best shots!

PHYSICAL VASCULAR TECHNOLOGY CONFIDENT BOOMER HEALTH COACHING & BEMER TECHNOLOGY Pamela Biasca Losada MS, AADP 1901 Huguenot Road Suite 105 509-230-7593; ConfidentBoomer.com

Good blood flow in the smallest vessels is the key to healing, regeneration, recovery and preventive processes in our body. BEMER Physical Vascular Technology is non-invasive and scientifically proven to improve blood flow. Pain relief, increased energy and performance, detoxing, stronger immune system are some of the many benefits from using BEMER.

PHYSICIAN

MATTHEW C. LEE, MD, RPH, MS 5700 Old Richmond Ave, Ste A-5 (Off Libbie, near St. Mary’s) 804-358-1492 eLEEtePhysicians.com

Integrative approach to medicine, optimizing a realistic plan for your health/disease management. As a pharmacist, I review your medications to determine which ones are needed. Implement alternative therapies. Web visits available for established patients. See ad, page 15.

NANCY A. POWELL, MD

River’s Way Healthcare of Virginia, PLLC 1791 Cambridge Dr., Ste 203, Richmond 804-658-0435 RiversWayHealthcareVA.com Providing traditional and alterna-tive approaches to support the body’s ability to heal itself. Health assessments, Management of health problems through a functional medicine approach. Accept most major insurances. See ad, page 20.

QIGONG THERAPY JOY BLACK

Qigong Instructor and Healing Practitioner 555 Southlake Blvd., Suite C-2 804-971-7135 GoodEnergyForLife.net Qigong classes and therapies improve flexibility, balance, sleep, digestion and the ability to transform stress into vitality. Develop healing mind-body connections through movement, meditation, breath work and intention. Receive healing and rebalance energies with the Medical Qigong therapies of Chi Nei Tsang, Transcutaneous Acupuncture and Accunect.

RECONNECTIVE HEALING® THE RECONNECTION® & RECONNECTIVE HEALING®

Kaille M. Padgett, Associate Instructor & Practitioner Mentor 804-402-4985, Richmond Kaille@LightWithinYou.com

RUMKI BANERJEE, MD

Family Physician Apex-MD 5310 Twin Hickory Road, Glen Allen 804-273-0010 Apex-MD.com Trained and Certified by American Board of Integrated Holistic Medicine. Specialties: Chronic disease management by integrating Holistic approach; Diet management for hypertension, gout, cancer, arthritis, kidney disease, weight loss. See ad, back page.

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REFLEXOLOGY

TAI CHI/QIGONG

RELAXATION BY THE FOOT

FLOYD HERDRICH, L.AC.

Talia Moser, Reflexologist, IIR certified By appt., TMoser8@verizon.net 804-399-3353, Richmond TaliaMoser.com

Tai Chi Chuan Instructor Tuesday Evenings, 5:45-7:15pm 804-698-0225, Richmond At Battery Park Christian Church, Ginter Park. Classical style Tai Chi Chuan, the 38 posture short form. Essential movements to strengthen/enhance health and develop spiritual practice. See ad, page 9.

Reflexology is a holistic healing art. Applying pressure on points on the feet and hands stimulates a healing response in glands, organs and systems, resulting in better circulation, vitality and peace. International Institute of Reflexology certified.

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SENIOR SERVICES

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ALTERNATIVE AGING FITNESS AND WELLNESS

Ryan Duffy, MSG, Gerontologist, Health and Wellness Coach 203-241-4825, Richmond AlternativeAging@gmail.com AlternativeAging.com

Thermographer The Wellness Village 1404 Starling Dr, Richmond 804-683-7774 EleetePhysicians.com/thermography.php Safe, non-invasive, radiation-free image screening. Preserve your breast, heart health and much more. Live happier and healthier longer! Interpreted by Matthew Lee, MD, RPh. See ad, page 21.

Ryan Duffy is here to help you and your loved ones age well. With your needs guiding the way, he can help develop a plan for the future. Call now for a free consultation.

YOGA GLENMORE YOGA & WELLNESS CENTER

ASHTANGA YOGA RICHMOND 2902 W. Cary Street, Richmond 804-622-8211 AshtangaYogaRichmond.com

Far West End Location 10442 Ridgefield Parkway Henrico, VA 23233 804-741-5267 GlenmoreYoga@aol.com GlenmoreYoga.com

Come experience the dynamic practice of Ashtanga and Vinyasa yoga next to the Byrd Theatre in Carytown. Offering daily classes for all levels, Prenatal Yoga and private lessons. New To Us: 3 classes/30 days – $30.

Consult with Nancy Glenmore Tatum, MSG, Gerontologist, Yoga and Massage Therapist, owner Glenmore Yoga & Wellness, to develop an individualized plan to meet your needs. Increase health, strength, flexibility, balance and confidence. 43 years experience. See ad, page 8.

Incorporate yoga into your life at Glenmore with our student focused classes, 30+ multi-level classes taught by certified registered Instructors. Gentle and Ageless to Vinyasa and Ashtanga. Voted Best Richmond Yoga Center. Teaching since 1970. See ad, page 8.

LYDIA NITYA GRIFFITH, E-RYT 200 Specializing in Yoga for Children 804-678-8568, Richmond YogaWithNitya.com

Locally renowned yoga instructor offering classes and private instruction for children as well as summer yoga camp, Yoga with Nitya DVD and children’s book, A Child’s Journey Into Yoga. Private and corporate adult classes, retreats and teacher training.

INTEGRAL YOGA® CENTER OF RICHMOND

Nora Vimala Pozzi, E-RYT 500, PRYT, Director Classes at Richmond Friends Meeting: 4500 Kensington Ave 804-342-1061; YogaHelps.com Teaching since 1992. Training since 1999. Yoga for balancing life challenges + experiencing peace. Expert in Yoga Philosophy, Cancer, Arthritis, Anxiety, PTSD + other health conditions. On faculty at Yogaville, national/ international speaker. Classes include asanas, breathing, chanting, meditation, relaxation, philosophy. Personalized attention.

Buckingham, VA 1-800-858-YOGA (9642) IntegralYogaPrograms.org

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Far West End Location 10442 Ridgefield Parkway, Henrico 804-741-5267 GlenmoreYoga@aol.com GlenmoreYoga.com

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Serene Yoga Center in rolling Virginia Woodlands. Integral Yoga Teacher Trainings. Silent and Individual Retreats. Workshops. Yoga classes. Meditation. Guest Stays. Welcome Weekends. Vegetarian Meals. See ad, page 9.

SHOCKOE SLIP YOGA STUDIO 1307-A East Cary St 804-343-2010 ShockoeSlipYoga.com YogalandRVA@gmail.com

Richmond’s newest premier yoga studio, located conveniently in Historic Downtown Richmond. Shockoe Slip Yoga has it all. Everything from Hatha, Vinyasa, Rocket, Restorative and the newest Surf Set Fitness & Yoga. We welcome all levels.

SVAROOPA® YOGA

Kirsten Hale, CSYT 700 hrs. 804-519-7471, BonAirYoga.com Deborah Woodward, RYT, CSYT 700 hrs. 804-338-1105, EasyinyourBones.com Experience the immediate, reliable results of this restorative yoga that releases deeply held tensions in core muscles along the spine. Small classes for all levels of fitness, meeting your body right where it is. Embodyment Yoga® Therapy, meditation classes and workshops.

YOGA & BEYOND HEALING & WELLNESS CENTER

Eco-Friendly Services for all your beauty care needs!

organic hair studio Organic Color Systems • Moroccan Organics • Artego Mindful Minerals • Benecos Natural • O’Right Organics

Look good, feel great! $10 off any $60 service 804.859.7070

2421 Old Brick Road, Suite 118, Glen Allen, VA Located inside the Phenix Salon Suites

Just minutes from Short Pump! 1900 Manakin Rd, Ste A, Manakin-Sabot 804-405-6501 YogaAndBeyondOm.com Come in and let your mind go! We offer classes for all skill levels from gentle to advanced, various types of massage therapy, healing touch therapy and meditation. Thank you for trusting us with your mind, body and spirit. Namaste.

YOGA THERAPY PHOENIX RISING YOGA THERAPY Nora Vimala Pozzi, E-RYT 500, PRYT 804-342-1061, Vimala@YogaHelps.com Scottie McMullan, MSW Phoenix Rising Practitioner-in-Training 804-258-3613, JDMSW@hotmail.com YogaHelps.com

A unique body-mind healing practice that combines gentle yoga with active listening to facilitate self-discovery and exploration of the relationship between our body, mind and life.

Find your balance and happiness – realize your full potential! As a psychologist and life coach, Dr. Whittle utilizes a holistic model of service to provide quality intensive counseling for youth, their parents, significant family members and educators.

• Premarital Coaching/Counseling • Couples Coaching/Counseling • Parenting Skills • Anger Management • Divorce Recovery

Dr. Deidre Whittle, LPC, PLC Psychologist/Life Coach

2235 Staples Mill Road #110, Richmond Phone: 804-334-0005 • Email: DrDeidre@yahoo.com www.DrDeidreWhittleLPC.com

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High Quality Care at Your Convenience Maximize Your Health by consulting with a medical expert whose holistic approach blends the very best of evidence-based Western medicine with traditional Eastern medical paradigms. Rumki Banerjee, MD Family Physician Medical Director of Apex-MD Board Certified, Family Medicine Board Certified, Integrated Holistic Medicine

“I offer both Eastern & Western medicine to strengthen the whole person.”

Integrated Holistic Healthcare Clinic The Whole You

• Integrated Allergy Care • Integrated Skin Care • Integrated Weight Loss

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New Patient Appointments: Wed & Fri, 7:30 am -7pm Our team members are here to Enhance Your Health! Ayurvedic Specialist • Massage Therapist • Yoga Instructor Holistic Nutritionist • Health Coach • Aesthetician • Acupuncturist Hypnosis Expert • Reiki Specialist • Herbal Specialist

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