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s we breeze into fall, vitality is the watchword for recharging batteries. Writer Marlaina Donato offers a comprehensive guide to ward off inflammation and premature cell death in “Age-Defying Bodywork: How to Turn Back the Clock.” She explains how fortifying the nervous system through massage, acupuncture and reflexology is critical to combating age-accelerating stress hormones like cortisol— Jessica Coffey, Publisher and has been embraced by the medical mainstream. We also celebrate National Yoga Month with our special yoga section. Another potent stress-buster, yoga’s contribution to mind-body fitness is proving to be a reliable defense against age-related loss of mobility, cardiovascular disease and depression. So much healing can occur when we do both the outer and inner work—strengthening and exercising our bodies while improving our mental, emotional and spiritual health. I think wellness begins with love, and in order to give love to others—our passions, our communities and our planet—we must first be able to love ourselves. Scott Stabile’s “Loving Ourselves Madly” helps us learn how to practice intentional, self-love… may you learn how to live with a wide-open heart and heal yourself from the inside out. Happy Reading,

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Practice Intentional Self-Love by Scott Stabile

t’s not enough to wish for more self-love. We must be intentional about creating it and commit to loving ourselves by practicing these habits every day. Don’t believe our thoughts. Our minds lie to us all the time, especially where our selfworth is concerned. The moment we become aware we are mentally abusing ourselves, we can refuse to believe these thoughts. The fact is, we are worthy and enough exactly as we are. Any thoughts that contradict this truth are lies. We must not go to war with our mind, but should definitely get in the habit of challenging our mind’s lies and not believing them when they run amok. Replace self-abuse with self-love. Not believing our crueler thoughts is step one. Replacing them with kinder, more compassionate and loving thoughts is step two. When our minds call us ugly, we must sink into our hearts and remind ourselves that we are beautiful, as we are. When our minds insist we’re weak, we must declare our strength. Every single thought and word that speaks to our worth is a powerful and sustaining reflection of self-love. Substitute selfabuse with love as often as possible and then watch our lives change in powerful ways. 4

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Set boundaries and enforce them. To love ourselves, we have to set clear boundaries with the people in our lives. State what works and what doesn’t work. If we don’t clearly speak our boundaries, people will trample them, and we’ll only have ourselves to blame. Boundaries show respect for all involved. A lack of boundaries will almost certainly lead to resentment. Make time for happy places. We all have places that tend to bring us peace and/or joy: a walk among the trees, curled up with a good book, coffee with a close friend. Make time for these experiences. Every second we spend giving energy to the people, places and things that bring us joy is a second of dedicated self-love. It matters. Just as important, pay attention to the people, places and things that are depleting, that feel unhealthy and toxic, and give less energy to them. Knowing what to eliminate can be as impactful as knowing what to add. How we love ourselves is our responsibility. The greater commitment we make to self-love, the greater chance we create of living a more peaceful, joyful and meaningful life. Scott Stabile is the author of Big Love: The Power of Living with a Wide-Open Heart. Learn more at ScottStabile.com.

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Contents 18 AGE-DEFYING BODYWORK

How to Turn Back the Clock

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Natural Awakenings Richmond Launches New Community Website

atural Awakenings has unveiled a brand-new, comprehensive online hub for all things healthy and sustainable in the Greater Richmond area. The new website has many exciting features for readers and advertisers alike. The new online calendar will make it easier to discover local happenings in the community and share events. You will be able to easily find the best businesses in the area offering natural health and eco-friendly products or services through the enhanced searchable directory. The articles and sections that you have grown to love can easily be found and shared through the new website. Publisher Jessica Coffey says, “We know how much our readers enjoy the print magazine, and this new website will enable them to more easily access digital content and share information about local natural health and wellness businesses, practitioners and events. I just love this free magazine and how it educates our readers, connects the community and inspires positive change. If you want to help support RVA’s holistic community, we are currently seeking Community Sponsors to be highlighted on the new website.” For more information, visit NARichmond.com.

54th Annual Gallery at First UU Fine Arts and Crafts Show

visual feast for the eyes, Gallery at First UU, the 54th annual Fine Arts and Crafts Show and Sale at First Unitarian Universalist Church of Richmond, will open at 5 p.m., September 18 and continue through 5 p.m., September 22. More than 170 local and regional artists and craftspeople will exhibit their works, and prices range from $10 to several thousand dollars. There is no admission charge to attend the show. All aspects of Gallery are run by volunteers that transform from daytime professionals such as actuaries and lawyers, teachers and IT geeks to denizens of the arts, turning the award-winning, open-space floor plan of First UU into a first-rate art gallery and exhibition space. This year’s food trucks will feature coffee and French pastries by Café 2 Go and Wisconsin-style frozen custard from jiji. Location: 1000 Blanton Ave. For more information, call 804-355-0777 or visit RichmondUU.org/Connect/Gallery. See ad, page 10.

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VegFest Moves to September and a New Location

he 17th annual Richmond VegFest will be held from noon to 6 p.m., September 14, at Byrd Park, its new location this year. As always, there will be live music, delicious food, cooking demonstrations, more than 100 vendors, life-changing presentations and the most compassionate people in RVA. Animal adoptions provide an opportunity to find a new BFF. The main objective of this event, presented by Vegan Action and sponsored by the Vegetarian Society of Richmond, My Vegan Sweet Tooth, VegFund, Hang Space, American Family Fitness and Natural Awakenings magazine, is to educate the public about the many healthful and humane aspects of a vegan lifestyle. Admission is free. Currently vaccinated, leashed dogs are welcome. For more information, visit VeggieFest.org. Take the 22-day pledge to go vegan today at Challenge22.com. See ad, page 9.

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SpeakUp5k for Mental Health

he sixth annual Dominion Payroll SpeakUp5k, presented by the Cameron K. Gallagher (CKG) Foundation and Children’s Hospital of Richmond, will be a race for all ages and levels on September 7 at Byrd Park. Starting at 9 a.m., the race incorporates bubbles, silly string, a musical “rave” tent and a remarkable section of large display boards with positive, inspiring quotes flanked by an overarching tunnel of crepe myrtle. The race is stroller-friendly and appropriate for all ages and running abilities. The CKG Foundation expects more than 4,000 participants. Created by 16-year-old Cameron K. Gallagher, who died after finishing the Virginia Beach Shamrock Half Marathon in 2014, the race is intended to raise awareness and ease the stigma associated with anxiety, depression and mental health issues, especially in teens. Proceeds support the Virginia Treatment Center for Children, a place where Cameron received help and hope. CKG programs include school- and community-based workshops and events.

Pulp Fiction Opens in Lakeside

Fourth Annual Real Local RVA Farm Tour

eal Local RVA will host the fourth annual Farm Tour from 3 to 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 28, for people to experience some of the area’s best farms, learn how their food is grown and encourage mindful food choices. Guests will tour two farms and enjoy dinner at Oakdale, a brand-new event venue in Ashland. The tour begins with the property and barn at Woodside Farms, a naturally grown produce farm that anchors the Chickahominy Falls community. Guests will also enjoy a locally sourced snack from chef Jenny Tremblay West, of Mise en Place, then travel to Harlow Ridge Farm for a tour of a working livestock farm specializing in pasture-raised pork, beef, goat and lamb raised on non-GMO grains. A post-tour party will take place at Oakdale, situated on 100 acres owned by Harlow Ridge Farm. The dinner will feature local food and beverages and a presentation by Joel Salatin, well-known farmer at Polyface Farm and champion of the sustainable agriculture movement. Admission is $45 to $75. For more information, visit RealLocalRVA.com.

ulp Fiction Lakeside (PFL) is a European-inspired coffee shop located in the heart of Lakeside offering a wide-ranging menu with custom-roasted offerings from Hopewell’s Legacy Roasting Company, including a full decaf espresso line. Legacy Roasting uses specialty-sourced coffee and roasts fresh-to-order. PFL offers locally sourced gluten-free and dairy-free pastries from WPA Bakery, dairy-free cheese from UnMoo, jam from Dayum this is my Jam, specialty chocolates from Miss Maude’s Bar of Chocolates and hand-drawn greetings cards by SnailMail, LLC, that benefit our refugee and migrant neighbors. The New York bagels are kosher, vegan and free of any preservatives or dough conditioners, and the bagel sandwiches are inspired by countries all over the world and homemade schmears change weekly. Owner Ruslana “Ru” Remennikova says, “We are also thrilled to announce the launch of our bottled, cold-pressed juice line, The Juice Society. Pulp Fiction started as a smoothie and juice truck in 2018. We specialize in handcrafted smoothies with character. There is a story behind every smoothie and juice.” Location: 5411 Lakeside Ave. For more information, call 804-731-7994 or visit PulpFictionRVA.com.

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Ketamine Infusion Offers Unique Benefits

lchemy Wellness, Richmond’s newest ketamine infusion clinic for people suffering from chronic pain and mood disorders, treats patients with depression, PTSD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD and chronic pain syndromes. Ketamine is a repurposed medication that has been found to be highly effective in patients where other medications and therapies have failed. They offer free monthly information sessions and free consultations. Medical Director Dr. J. Randy Frederick, M.D., is a board-certified emergency medicine physician and U.S. Navy veteran. As a flight surgeon for the Navy, he was deployed multiple times, including the Iraqi desert and to Haiti after the 7.0 earthquake in 2010. Location: 8639 Mayland Dr., Ste. 102. For more information, call 804-993-3039 or visit WellWithAlchemy.com.

Pure Wellness Opens in Boulders Acupuncture

ure Wellness RVA, a holistic practice that specializes in reiki and other energy healing modalities, is now a service provider at Boulders Acupuncture & Natural Healthcare. Founder Dawn Collins is a certified Usui/holy fire III reiki practitioner. Her teaching follows instructions from the International Center for Reiki Training (ICRT) and she is ofDawn Collins fering 15 percent off the first session for new clients. Collins specializes in crystal healing, sound therapy, aromatherapy, chromotherapy, guided meditation and breathwork. She is also available for group, workplace and long-distance reiki sessions, as well as home and business blessings.

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Love and Light

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over artist Tiffany Seiler works in mixed media, including watercolors, acrylics, papers and objects like buttons to create whimsical, stylized portraits of girls that express delight and innocence. The cover work Love and Light was inspired by Seiler’s daily yoga practice. “I was raised in a family of all girls,” says Seiler. “My art is deeply rooted in positive female images surrounded by the things I love, like flowers, trees, the ocean and yoga.” Seiler is a self-taught artist, having returned to her childhood love of drawing and painting after working as a hairdresser and makeup artist for 20 years. Seiler’s works, many of which bear inspirational messages, have been reproduced for greeting cards found in national stores such as Trader Joe’s. Her art has also graced the pages of magazines such as Somerset Studio. Seiler currently lives, works and paints in Independence, Kentucky, joined by her husband and six rescued animals—three dogs and three cats.

oard-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners Donna Hayden and Sarah Lukhard have joined the practice at Zoe Therapy Services to provide compassionate psychiatric evaluations and medication management. Licensed Clinical Social Worker Rachel North, who enjoys working with postpartum mothers, has also joined the team to provide counseling services. Ashley Schweitzer, a licensed massage and bodywork therapist, administers the pulsed electromagnetic field therapy (PEMF) in addition to providing massage. PEMF is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for pain management, bone and tissue regeneration, and to support the body in healing more than 264 medical conditions. Zoe Therapy Services offers psychiatry/counseling, neurofeedback, psychological testing, massage therapy and nutritional coaching. Location: 2201 Libbie Ave., Ste. 200. For more information, call 804-356-6992 or visit ZoeTherapyServices.com.

ordan and Laura Green, of Edinburg, Virginia, are celebrating 10 years of full-time farming in Shenandoah County at J & L Green Farm. They manage several hundred acres of pasture and forest on Swover Creek Road in Edinburg, and produce direct-toretail, forest-raised pork, grass-finished beef and pastured chicken and turkeys. Their pasture-based farrowing enterprise has pioneered techniques in rediscovering small-scale pastured-pig management and has led them to nationwide recognition for the piglets they produce. Jordan Green says, “The first 10 years have been establishing viable pasture-based production models, building relationships in the community and developing a loyal customer base. We’re excited about the good we can do the community with our farm in the coming years!”

J & L Green Farm offers farm-to-door shipping and drop-site delivery to the Greater Richmond area. For more information, visit JLGreenFarm.com.

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Eat Plants to Live Longer

People with generalized anxiety disorders affecting all aspects of life are more likely to have seasonal allergies triggered by grass or tree pollen and people with depression are more likely to suffer from chronic allergies triggered by such irritants as animal hair and dust mites, report German researchers at the Technical University of Munich. In the study of 1,782 people, they also found that food and drug allergies were unaffected by psychosocial disorders.

At least one-third of early deaths could be prevented if people moved to a largely plant-based diet, prominent scientists from Harvard University Medical School have calculated. An international initiative, “Food in the Anthropocene,” published in the medical journal The Lancet, linked plant-based diets not only to improved health worldwide, but also to global sustainability. The report advocates a diet high in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes and nuts, and low in red meat, sugar and refined grains. “Unhealthy diets pose a greater risk to morbidity and mortality than does unsafe sex, and alcohol, drug and tobacco use combined,” it concludes.

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Solar panels currently generate only about 1 percent of our nation’s energy needs, but new research from the federal National Renewable Energy Laboratory shows that installation of “floatovoltaics”—floating, electricitygenerating photovoltaic panels—on only one-fourth of our manmade reservoirs would generate about 10 percent of U.S. energy needs without taking up valuable real estate. Floatovoltaics cost less to install than traditional, land-based solar panels because there’s no need to clear land or treat soil, and research shows that the natural cooling effect of the water below can boost the solar panels’ power production by up to 22 percent. Of the approximately 100 current floatovoltaic installations, only seven are in the U.S., mostly at wineries in California and water treatment facilities. About 80 percent are in Japan, where limited land and roof space make water-based solar panels especially suitable. 16

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Climate change has inspired farmers to turn to regenerative agriculture, which pulls carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere and stores it in their soil. Regenerative agriculture incorporates the practices of planting trees, cover cropping, no-till farming and rotational grazing. As the groundswell of support grows, 250 soil health bills have been introduced in state and federal legislatures in the last two years. At a U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee climate change hearing, Nebraska soybean farmer Matthew Rezac said that keeping soil healthy, not just reducing greenhouse gas emissions, was a key part of what farmers could do to cool a warming planet. According to the Union of Concerned Scientists, the bills have different justifications, but they all focus on soil health. As disastrous floods and drought sweep away farmland, the idea that regenerative agriculture could make for more productive farming is gaining traction.

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Rain Forest Dwindling

The Amazon Rain Forest continues to lose habitat for animals and plants by clear cutting practices that add to the burden of climate change. According to satellite imaging data compiled in 2018 by Global Forest Watch and analysts at the University of Maryland, removing large patches of forest to make room for ranching caused the highest loss of forest cover overall, along with other commercial activities like mining and soy production. The World Resources Institute, which tracks global forest cover, reports deforestation is increasing in Brazil, Indonesia, Colombia, Peru and Bolivia. Large swaths of forest serve as carbon sinks, helping suck excess carbon emissions from the atmosphere. Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has promised to open the Amazon for industry and recently slashed funding to environmental and science research groups.

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Critical habitat is threatened for 12 coral species in Florida, the Caribbean and the Pacific Ocean, while all corals worldwide are experiencing dramatic declines due to the impacts of climate change, pollution and overfishing. The Center for Biological Diversity, a Tucson-based nonprofit focused on species protection, intends to file a lawsuit against the federal government for failing to protect coral habitat as required under the Endangered Species Act. Benefits of securing a critical habitat designation from the National Marine Fisheries Service include improved water quality throughout the coastal zone, limits on overfishing, protection of spawning grounds, reduced impact from development and dredging, and reduced human pressures on thousands of species that inhabit the reefs. Nearly 30 percent of all corals have already been lost to warming ocean temperatures and ocean acidification due to greenhouse gas pollution; scientists predict that the rest could be gone by the end of the century without help.

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During stress, the body is primed to resist or escape a threat, and … it’s not going to prioritize restorative activities. understood that prolonged daily stress weakens DNA structures by shortening chromosome-protecting telomeres, a major component in premature cell death and the trigger of genetic, predisposed markers for disease. Studies by Dr. Owen Wolkowitz, of the University of California, San Francisco, demonstrate the link between shortened telomeres and insufficient response to free radicals, resulting in chronic inflammation, now believed to be the catalyst of most degenerative diseases. Psychological stress, according

Age-Defying Bodywork How to Turn Back the Clock by Marlaina Donato

t has been said that stress kills, and it often can be a slow and premature process, leading to common but avoidable symptoms of decline: impaired memory, loss of mobility, fatigue and decreased libido. Good nutrition, getting enough sleep and staying active contribute to vitality; however, fortifying the nervous system is critical to combating age-accelerating stress hormones like cortisol. The key to keeping body and mind young may lie in the therapeutic modalities of bodywork, an umbrella term for up to 350 methods that include massage, energy work and meridian-based therapies like acupuncture, shiatsu and reflexology, which can improve quality of life and promote cellular integrity. Once considered a luxury confined to spas and private home sessions, bodywork is moving into the medical mainstream with reputable hospitals like the Memorial Sloan Ket18

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tering Cancer Center, in New York City, which offers reiki sessions and instruction for patients and caregivers. According to a survey by the American Hospital Association, reiki and its close cousin Therapeutic Touch comprise one of three top complementary therapies in American hospitals, along with massage therapy and music. The Arthritis Foundation recommends massage for all types of arthritis and pain syndromes like fibromyalgia, as it can reduce discomfort and stress.

The Chemistry of Premature Aging

Busy lives without enough downtime can set up the body to be in a chronic state of “fight-or-flight”, which compromises cardiovascular health, nutrient absorption, waste elimination and immunity. Thanks to groundbreaking researchers like Nobel laureate Elizabeth Blackburn, it is now

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to research published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences by Sheldon Cohen of Carnegie Mellon University, in Pittsburgh, changes how the body regulates inflammatory response. “Stress and inflammation cause pain and disease,” says Certified Reflexologist and holistic practitioner Martha Garland, of CreativeSpirit Healing Arts, in Baltimore. “All of this that we carry in our bodies will make us feel much older than our years.” Through application of pressure on specific reflex zones on the feet, hands and ears, reflexologists like Garland can help promote the natural flow of bodily functions. “Reflexology, a modality that is separate from massage therapy, reduces the tension, stress and pain that we hold in our feet and in the rest of our body, which can promote longevity and better quality of life,” she says. Certified craniosacral therapist Margaret Connolly, of Narberth, Pennsylvania, agrees that mental or emotional strain plays a key role in the aging process. “During stress, the body is primed to resist or escape a threat, and in that situation, it’s not going

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to prioritize restorative activities,” she says. Craniosacral therapy (CST) focuses on the cerebrospinal fluid and the meninges surrounding the brain, spinal cord and related connective tissue, and helps the body drop out of excessive fight-or-flight mode.

Pain, Serotonin and Substance P

Bodywork and its ability to impact the chemistry of stress has far-reaching effects on most bodily systems. Studies in 2016 from the Touch Research Institute at the University of Miami School of Medicine have shown that massage therapy helps to regulate hormones, boost immunity, improve attentiveness and ease the symptoms of depression. Licensed Massage Therapist Michele Duncan King, of Sea Spell Massage, in Cannon Beach, Oregon, knows firsthand how her work can assist in counteracting the energy-sapping effects of stress. “When the digestive system doesn’t go into the ‘restand-digest’ state via activation of the parasympathetic nervous system, it can affect muscles, joints, organs and hormones. This, along with elevated cortisol, can certainly make us function less optimally, making us feel older and less vibrant.” Traditional massage modalities such as Swedish, deep tissue, Thai and Lomi Lomi help reduce blood pressure, boost immunity by augmenting natural killer cells, decrease symptoms of depression and support the cardiovascular system. It can also assist lymphatic movement, which can prevent cold hands and feet and achiness. Massage also raises serotonin and dopamine levels, neurotransmitters that play vital roles in memory, mood regulation and immunity. Most significantly, higher serotonin levels are linked to lower levels of substance P, a neuropeptide that is central in pain perception. It soars during times of stress, anxiety and insufficient sleep, and has also been linked to tumor growth and inflammatory conditions.

Multidimensional Well-Being

Bodywork can assist the physical body, but it can also be a restorative balm for the emotions and psyche. “As human beings, touch is

As human beings, touch is so important. ~Anita Bondi so important. Massage modalities invite safe, healing touch,” says Anita Bondi, licensed massage therapist and a founder of the Wellspring Holistic Center, in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. “A good therapist will also educate a client about other benefits of a more holistic lifestyle. I believe any time we give ourselves permission to listen to the body’s wisdom and follow its lead, we reduce stress and increase well-being.” While women are more apt to include bodywork sessions in their health care, men can be hesitant. Connolly encourages both women and men to experience CST and other modalities. “Sometimes men are a bit nervous about being touched, whether the practitioner is male or female. Even when open to hands-on therapy, some men believe extremely deep pressure is needed in order to be effective.” Not so, says Connolly, who cites the experience of Mark Bertolini, CEO of the Aetna health insurance company, who credits CST with saving his life when he was contemplating suicide and suffering severe neuropathic pain from a skiing accident.

Menopause and Cognitive Function

CST can also have an impact on women’s hormonal changes. “Very slight movement of tissues near the pituitary gland can exert a subtle pumping motion on the master gland in a way that will facilitate its ability to produce and release hormones,” explains Connolly. The therapy is sometimes used in conjunction with acupuncture, which also impacts hormones and works on the brain. A 2018 study by Chinese researchers published in the journal Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine shows neuronal improvement through acupuncture in both cognitively impaired patients and healthy individuals.

Tools for Life

Most practitioners believe that deriving benefits from bodywork requires consistency, which can support longevity in

unexpected ways. Garland says, “What really makes a difference in reducing chronic stress is consistent stress reduction. One session occasionally will feel good and reduce tension temporarily, but will not make a major difference in reducing stress in the long term.” King agrees: “A massage once a month is my recommendation for ideal overall maintenance, and more frequent sessions for specific conditions or goals.” Research and results confirm that well-being is not a luxury, but a necessity, and puts to rest the idea that bodywork is a guilty pleasure. “The more we do to help ourselves, the better our lives will be as we age,” says Bondi. Marlaina Donato is certified in massage and bodywork, and is the author of several books. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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Yoga gives us powerful tools so we may age gracefully. ~Lisa Moore

The Power of Yoga

Tapping Into the Life Force by Marlaina Donato

ongevity is something most of us strive for, and increasingly, research shows that implementing a consistent yoga practice can be a fruitful investment toward that goal. Yoga is an eight-branch system of well-being that encompasses exercise, meditation, conscious breathing, diet and other elements, but how it effects mind-body fitness alone is proving to be a reliable defense against age-related loss of mobility, cardiovascular disease and depression. Its stress-busting capabilities help to support challenged adrenal glands and lower elevated blood pressure. Getting on the mat can improve insulin sensitivity in diabetics and also help balance immune responses in individuals with autoimmune conditions or insufficient natural killer cells. Combined research from 22 studies by the University of Edinburgh reveals that yoga, compared to both sedentary lifestyles and other forms of exercise such as walking or chair aerobics, improved the lower-body strength and flexibility in individuals age 60 and older. The findings published earlier this year in the International Journal of 22

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Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity also showed improved quality of sleep and fewer symptoms of depression.

Fewer Health Risks, Stronger Bones

Yoga’s inverted poses increase blood circulation to vital organs, including the intestines, which facilitates assimilation of nutrients and waste elimination. Asanas like shoulder stand, bridge and downwardfacing dog stimulate blood flow from the lower extremities to the heart and fortify red blood cells by increasing hemoglobin, guarding against blood clots, stroke and heart attack. Yoga can also strengthen the bones. A 2016 study published in the International Journal of Yoga shows improved bone mineral density in women with postmenopausal osteoporosis.

“Much like a house that sits empty or a car left to sit unused in a garage, our human parts can age and rot without movement. Movement creates more energy,” explains Nancy Poole, a teacher at Clarksburg Yoga and Wellness, in Clarksburg, Maryland. Joints lose flexibility as we age, but yoga movement provides them with essential oxygen, blood and nutrients. Lisa Moore, owner of Free to Be Yoga, in Great Falls, Montana, underscores, “A joint needs to move through its full range of motion to function well. Movement helps lubricate and cushion joints, provides nutrition and removes wastes.”

Stretching Into Joy

A 2014 hatha yoga study published in the Journals of Gerontology revealed increased cognitive function in older adults after eight weeks of yoga three times a week. Yoga’s super power lies in its capacity to reset the autonomic nervous system and ramp up mood-boosting serotonin while decreasing monoamine oxidase, an enzyme that disarms the effects of stress hormones like cortisol. Under the influence of yoga, the brain is bathed in calming neurotransmitters, combatting depression and anxiety, and instilling a sense of optimism. “Yoga also helps us to embrace the hard times and ride the waves. With the tools that yoga provides, we can swim toward the light. It also helps us to experience a more intimate relationship with body and soul, and in turn make better choices in all aspects of life,” notes Carmen Ferreira, owner of the Sunshine Barre Studio, in Rocky Point, New York. Moore concurs, advising, “Yoga gives us powerful tools so we may age gracefully. One of them is to manage stress with equanimity.”

The Breath of Life

Conscious breathing is at the core of a dedicated yoga practice, and a lowered risk

Each time we show up on our mats, we show up for ourselves, an opportunity to nourish the body, our one and only temple.

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Live Light. Travel Light. Be the Light. of cardiovascular and respiratory disease gives us another reason to inhale and exhale deeply. Poole observes, “Our general population does not breathe correctly, and many of us even hold our breath unconsciously. For my students, the hardest part of yoga is learning to take deep, full breaths. Old breathing habits must be unlearned. Once attention is given to the breath, tensions can be released.” “Yoga improves lung capacity and brings more energy to the cells, which in turn creates more energy and life force in our bodies,” says Ferreira. “It helps us to live from the heart’s center and foster a better quality of life,” she adds. “Each time we show up on our mats, we show up for ourselves, an opportunity to nourish the body, our one and only temple.” Marlaina Donato is an author of several books and a composer. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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Ayurvedic Cooking

Ancient System Restores Balance by April Thompson

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n Ayurveda, food is medicine,” says Susan Weis-Bohlen, the Reisterstown, Maryland, instructor and author of Ayurveda Beginner’s Guide: Essential Ayurvedic Principles and Practices to Balance and Heal Naturally. “How we feed ourselves is the first line of disease prevention and longevity.” First developed in India some 5,000 years ago, Ayurveda is one of the world’s oldest medical systems. It works to rebalance mental and physical health in coordination with mind-body energy types called doshas. The primary ones—Vata, Pitta and Kapha—correlate to the five elements of space, air, fire, earth and water, and can fluctuate over time. An Ayurvedic diet can help address dosha imbalances and optimize health and well-being. New York City chef, restauranteur and author Divya Alter embraced Ayurveda while suffering from an autoimmune disorder that conventional medicine couldn’t cure. “Food was instrumental to my healing,” she says.

Eating in Season “Ayurveda is about living in harmony. Eating seasonally and locally, you not only get the most nourishment, but also rekindle your relationship to food and the environment,” says Nishita Shah, of The Ayurvedic Institute, in Albuquerque. “In Ayurveda, we look to seasons to 24

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determine what to eat based on what is naturally available, like eating light juicy fruits in summer rather than the heavy root vegetables abundant in winter,” notes Weis-Bohlen. Spices and herbs have powerful healing properties that can be combined in different ways to balance doshas in tune with the seasons. “In winter, use warming spices like ginger, cinnamon or chilies, and in summer, season with cooling spices like coriander and fennel, or fresh herbs like cilantro,” says Alter.

Ayurvedic Prep Tips Proper combination and selection of ingredients are a critical component of Ayurveda, according to Alter, author of What to Eat for How You Feel: The New Ayurvedic Kitchen. She says, “Well-prepared food is easy to digest and protects prana—the food’s living force or energy—so it can nourish and energize.” Ayurveda also focuses on the “six tastes” ideally present in every dish: sweet, sour, salty, astringent, bitter and pungent. “Western cuisine has a strong salty and sweet bias. Health issues arise from an imbalanced palate,” says Shah. Alter adjusts taste profiles according to the season and the individual’s dosha. “Bitter foods can be very cleansing and help eliminate winter sluggishness. More pungent foods are good in the spring, when the body may feel congested and

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heavy after winter,” she says. To address diners’ differing doshas at her restaurant, Divya’s Kitchen, Alter focuses on seasonal dishes that incorporate all six tastes. “By definition, these are tri-doshic foods which can balance all three dosha types.” Good tri-doshic foods include asparagus in spring, berries in summer and root vegetables in winter. “Cooked leafy greens can also be tri-doshic,” says Alter, adding that spices can tweak the natural dosha effect of a given food.

Ancient Cooking for Modern Lifestyles Ayurveda’s rules of the kitchen—such as avoiding cold, raw, processed or microwaved foods, not combining fruits with other foods, and making lunch the heaviest meal of the day—can run counter to the typical Western diet, but with time, Ayurvedic cooking can become intuitive. Ayurvedic meals don’t need to be complicated or challenging to prepare. “A simple apple or plain rice can nourish us,” says Shah. One of Alter’s favorite recipes is an apple or pear stewed with cloves, prepared and eaten first thing in the morning to stimulate the digestive system. Plain almonds are another good protein snack, especially in aiding digestion when soaked and peeled, she advises. A “Buddha bowl” packed with colorful, sautéed vegetables, lentils and a grain like quinoa, barley or millet makes for a simple, nourishing, well-balanced meal, says Shah. “I try to add just enough spice to enhance the flavor, while still being able to taste the sweetness of a carrot or the bitterness of chard.” A cook’s mindset is as important as the meal itself, say Ayurvedic practitioners. Alter believes mindfulness while cooking and eating not only enhances our experience, but also our digestion. Ayurvedic cooking should be fun, ignite curiosity and taste great—not feel restrictive or lack flavor, says Shah. “Food should bring joy, and bring us back in tune with our bodies. Our bodies are smart and will tell us what they need.” April Thompson is a freelance writer in Washington, D.C. Connect at AprilWrites.com.

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The Beginner’s Ayurvedic Kitchen

he rules of Ayurvedic cooking can seem overwhelming, but there are simple ways to start aligning our diet with its principles. “There is a profound knowledge behind Ayurvedic cooking, but the methods of preparation are easy; you don’t need to be a skilled chef,” says chef, restauranteur and author Divya Alter. “One portion of food should fit in your hands when cupped together,” says Nishita Shah, of The Ayurvedic Institute. “Any more is going above and beyond what the body needs and can handle.” “Energetic imbalances can fluctuate, so what you need now doesn’t have to be what you eat for the rest of your life,” says Alter. Shah uses color to guide her cooking, declaring a dish done when its greens are at peak vibrancy.

Alter stresses eating according to the strength of your digestion. “Someone with a fiery or strong digestion may need to eat heavier foods and more frequent meals.” Cooking with fresh, high-quality and ideally, organic ingredients is key. Food should be prepared soon after purchase and consumed soon after preparation to maximize flavors and nutrition. Ayurvedic cooking enhances natural flavors, while optimizing digestion, nutrient absorption and waste elimination. “How you experience food after a meal is just as important as how you feel while eating it. Deep frying, charring or cooking at high temperatures makes food hard to digest, overheats the liver and causes acidity,” says Alter.

Natural Awakenings recommends using organic, non-GMO (genetically modified) and non-bromated ingredients whenever possible.

As long as we are not living in harmony with nature and our constitution, we cannot expect ourselves to be really healed. Ayurveda gives us the means. ~David Frawley

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Simple Ayurvedic Recipes Crunchy Chickpeas

Pitta and Kapha pacifying

While Ayurveda does nor promote snacking, sometimes we just need a little something to peck on now and then. Crunchy garbanzo beans (chickpeas) make a satisfying and supremely healthy choice for Pitta and Kapha. As witnessed by the many packaged chickpea snacks now commonly seen in stores, chickpeas are popular, so make this snack for a quarter of the price. Customize the flavors to satisfy a personal dosha, and palate, by getting creative with the spices. Yields: 5 cup servings 2 cups precooked chickpeas or 2, 8-oz cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 tsp sea salt for Pitta or Himalayan salt for Kapha ½ tsp smoked paprika or ½ tsp ground cumin or ½ tsp garam masala powder (optional) 1 Tbsp sunflower or safflower oil (optional for crunchiness; no oil for Kapha)

Spread the rinsed chickpeas on a baking sheet to dry, about 20 minutes. Preheat the oven to 450° F. In a mixing bowl, add the chickpeas; salt; paprika, cumin or garam masala (if using); and the oil (if using). Toss well to coat and spread on a baking sheet in a single layer. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven, and use a spatula to turn the chickpeas over. Place back in the oven and roast for an additional 10 minutes or until the chickpeas are slightly browned. Roast a little longer, if desired, for crunchier chickpeas. Store the crunchy chickpeas in an airtight container. Do not refrigerate. These are great to sprinkle on salads and rice dishes. Don’t make more than can be eaten in three days.

To cook dry chickpeas, soak overnight, drain and place into a large soup pot. Cover with water, at least double the amount of beans. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for at least 30 to 45 minutes. Check on the beans during cooking. When they are soft, they are done. Recipe courtesy of Ayurveda Beginner’s Guide: Essential Ayurvedic Principles and Practices to Balance and Heal Naturally, by Susan Weis-Bohlen. … continued on page 41 September/October 2019

Holistic veterinarians may also choose to use fewer conventional drugs and limited vaccinations. “Vaccine titers can be used to determine if a patient has adequate antibodies to a disease to create immunity,” says Becton. “If a pet is already immune, they may not need another vaccine booster that year.” Becton and Scanlan agree that alternative treatments such as acupuncture, laser therapy or massage can be used in lieu of drugs for pain management. However, Scanlan does note that in an acute or emergency situation, many natural methods do not work fast enough, “and that is when holistic veterinarians are more likely to use drugs.”

VET CHECK Treating the Whole Pet by Julie Peterson

bout 10 years ago, Kim Krouth’s dog, Buckeye, was suffering from severe allergy symptoms. The mixed-breed shepherd was licking and biting her paws until her toe pads were bleeding. “Our conventional vet prescribed steroids,” recalls Krouth. “It helped some, but also agitated Buckeye. When I found out that other side effects could include serious health problems, I didn’t want to put her at risk.” The Madison, Wisconsin, animal lover headed to a holistic pet supply store to ask about alternative treatments for the dog’s allergies. She learned about herbal remedies, and was advised to take Buckeye to a holistic veterinarian. “Treating her holistically seemed like a better option than the side effects of treatment with drugs,” she says. The holistic veterinarian recommended acupuncture. It helped, but the dog later became sensitive to the needles. At that point, she was given homeopathic plant-based treatments that worked well with no side effects. Buckeye, now 15, has also received laser light therapy and spinal manipulation to help with mobility in her senior years.

The Holistic Difference

Holistic veterinarians have been treating dogs, cats, chickens, livestock and exotic animals across the nation for some time, but many people aren’t entirely clear about how their approach—and their training— differs from a conventional vet. Both enter the profession after earning a doctor of veterinary medicine (DVM) degree. 26

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Holistic practitioners can then choose to train in a variety of modalities, including acupuncture, herbs and physical rehabilitation, plus trigger point, megavitamin and stem cell therapies. “Any method that is sufficiently different from conventional medicine requires extra training ... over a period of weeks, months or years,” says Nancy Scanlan, DVM, the executive director of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Foundation, in Mount Shasta, California. Veterinarians, holistic or not, typically do the same initial examination of an animal, she says. From there, a holistic vet may look at additional areas or assess things in a slightly different way. “For example, someone trained in veterinary osteopathy or veterinary chiropractic would explore the range of motion of joints or the spine.” In treatment, holistic DVMs use an integrative approach. The goal is to look at the animal as a whole and treat the underlying condition, rather than treating the symptoms. “Integrative medicine is about broadening our medical options, blending both conventional medical and holistic approaches. It focuses on client education and participation in the healing process of their pet,” says Danielle Becton, DVM, of Aloha Pet & Bird Hospital, in Indian Harbour Beach, Florida.

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Integrative medicine is about broadening our medical options, blending both conventional medical and holistic approaches. It focuses on client education and participation in the healing process of their pet. ~Danielle Becton, DVM

Choosing a Holistic Veterinarian

Pet owners seek out holistic veterinarians for different reasons. In Krouth’s case, it was the unacceptable side effects to drugs that led her to explore other options. Becton points out that she gets clients looking for a more natural approach for their pets after they personally have had success with human integrative medicine. However, it’s important that pets are treated by professionals that are trained to treat animals. People with holistic training for humans may not understand animal anatomy or physiology. Ultimately, choosing a veterinarian is a personal decision, and seeing a beloved pet thrive is the best confirmation that it was the right one. “We are so glad that we still have Buckeye at this golden age, and believe it’s due to holistic care that she has lived a comfortable, long life,” says Krouth. Julie Peterson lives in rural Wisconsin with her husband, dogs and chickens. She has contributed to Natural Awakenings for more than a decade. Contact her at JPtrsn22@att.net.

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Time: How Your Family Can Balance Digital Media and Real Life.

Talk with kids. Discuss with them why limits are needed, how to evaluate internet information according to its source, ways to exercise caution on social media and why some games are deliberately designed to be never-ending. A 2015 Korean study of 2,376 grade-schoolers published in School Psychology International found that if parents show warmth and supervise their kids’ tech use with rational explanations, the children use less digital media.

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How to Click With Young Techies by Ronica O’Hara

any Silicon Valley executives that design devices and apps have put their own children in tech-free Waldorf schools, reports The New York Times; even Bill Gates and Steve Jobs strictly limited their kids’ screen time. They know firsthand what many parents fear—that kids are missing out on developing life and social skills because of technology that has been deliberately designed to be addictive. Recent studies link excessive digital use by kids to anxiety, depression and, according to a team of University of Southern California scientists published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, a doubled risk of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder compared with infrequent users. However, there are sound strategies that we can use to help kids navigate the electronic wilds, say experts. “Parent like a tech exec by establishing strong tech limits and actively engaging your kids instead with family, school and the outdoors,” advises Richard Freed, Ph.D., a Walnut Creek, California, child and teen psychologist and author of Wired Child: Reclaiming Childhood in a Digital Age.

Devise a family master plan for tech use. A good place to start

is the American Academy of Pediatrics’

Part of the challenge we face as parents is that these devices make things easier for us because our kids are occupied, so if we want to change our kids’ tech behavior, we’ll have to change how we do things, as well. ~Mariam Gates Family Media Use Plan (HealthyChildren. org/English/media). “Rules can be general, like no video games on weeknights, or very specific, like you can only play YouTube videos on the living room computer when other family members are present,” says Angela Roeber, director of communications at Omaha’s Project Harmony, a child protection nonprofit.

Set sensible time limits. The

American Academy of Pediatrics recommends monitored, minimal screen time for kids under 2 years old; one hour a day for kids 2 to 5; and “consistent limits” for kids 6 and older. “What works best for my family is a simple kitchen timer,” says Anya Kamenetz, author of The Art of Screen

Ban devices at meals and bedtime. Just having electronics in

Keep up with the latest tech releases. Join kids in their games,

sight interrupts focus, University of Texas at Austin researchers found. At night, make sure devices are turned off an hour before bedtime, and then collect them into a recharging basket by the front door. Keep phones, computers and tablets in a public part of the home—out of kids’ bedrooms— so that online activities are in plain view.

apps and website visits. Check out CommonSenseMedia.org, which rates such content. If one causes concern, instead of Googling just its name, add search terms like “risks”, “problems” or “child use”.

Employ parental controls.

Websites and games can be blocked or limited within the devices themselves. Consider replacing the Safari or Chrome browser on a device with a kid-friendly version like Mobicip or GoogleSafeSearch, or installing in-depth monitoring programs such as Net Nanny, Norton Family Premier or Qustodio Parental Control.

Create enjoyable alternatives.

Bicycle with kids in a park. Enroll them in sport teams and art classes. “Part of the challenge we face as parents is that these devices make things easier for us

It’s very important that children learn to use technology—it’s part of life— but also that theylearn when to put it down. ~Anne Wojcicki 28

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because our kids are occupied, so if we want to change our kids’ tech behavior, we’ll have to change how we do things, as well,” says Mariam Gates, an educator and author of Sweet Dreams: Bedtime Visualizations for Kids.

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Do a family digital detox.

During one Sunday a month at home, a weekend away camping or a vacation at a remote spot, keep all devices off and away—and watch how kids grow more responsive as they tune back into “real life”. “Remember, our kids may always be an app ahead of us, but they will always need our parenting wisdom,” advises Sue Scheff, a cyber-safety blogger and co-author with Melissa Schorr of Shame Nation: The Global Epidemic of Online Hate. Ronica A. O’Hara is a natural-health writer based in Denver. Connect at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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CALENDAR DEADLINE: All Calendar events must be submitted in writing by the 1st of the month preceding publication. Email to Jessica@NARichmond.com.

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 X-Gentle Yoga – Tues, 7/2-8/27. 10:45-11:45am. Combines chair yoga w/yoga on the mat. For people w/some physical limitations or for those who enjoy a slow pace. Nora Vimala Pozzi. $240/16 wks, $17/ drop-in. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 Ideal Protein Weight Loss Seminar – 10am. Ideal Protein weight loss protocol provided through Bremo Pharmacy at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital is medically managed by a pharmacist & a trained & dedicated coach who meets w/you one-on-one for support sessions & ongoing education. Bremo Pharmacy Training Center, 2002 Staples Mill Rd. 804-288-8361 x 130. BremoRx.com. Mindfulness Yoga – 6-7:15pm. Integral yoga class for students w/some or no experience. Mindful yoga postures, breathing exercises, yoga nidra & meditation. Uma Melinda Nolen. $80/8 wks; $12/ drop-in. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 Gourmet Hemp Foods Demo & Tasting – 3pm. Unlocking the secrets of hemp thru food & knowledge. Experience the health benefits of hemp & the versatility of the oil & seeds in gourmet dishes prepared for you by internationally renowned Richmond native, Chef Tye Hall. Kultivate Wellness, 13140 Midlothian Tpk, Midlo. Details: Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com. Mindfulness Yoga – 9:30-10:45am. See 9/5 listing. Anne Bhudevi Fletcher. $80/8 wks; $12/dropin. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com. Ale-N-Asana – 10am. All-levels, slow-flow class perfect for the beginner or novice. Bring mat if have one (extras available on first-come basis). Free. Strangeways Brewing, 2277A Dabney Rd. Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 Self-Care Sunday – 9am. Led by Mobile Om Yoga & Wellness and sponsored by area businesses. Arrive a few mins early to sign up. Some extra mats available on first-come basis. Free. Walton Park Community Center soccer field, 530 Walton Park Rd, Midlo. Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 Live Your Inner Power Info Session – 6pm. Learn about the10-month online course. Susan Brock Wilkes, PhD, Sherry Klauer. $320/mbr, $480/non-mbr. The Innerwork Center, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. InnerworkCenter.org. Mindfulness Yoga – 6-7:30pm. Includes mindful yoga postures, breathing exercises, yoga nidra & meditation. Yoga philosophy applied to the mat. Nora Vimala Pozzi. $104/8-wk session, $15/dropin. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com.

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Free Integral Yoga Teacher Training Info Meeting – 6-8pm. Nora Vimala Pozzi. Teacher Training begins 10/29. Learn about the 6-mo Yoga Alliance 200-hr approved program, syllabus, training manual, textbooks & 4-day Retreat at Yogaville. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. RSVP: 804342-1061. YogaHelps.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 Chair Yoga for Active Agers – 10:30-11:30am. Gentle class combining chair yoga w/yoga on the mat. Designed for people w/some physical limitations or those who enjoy a slow pace. Linda Dunn, RN. $12/drop-in; $40/5 wks. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com. The Heroine’s Journey Retreat – 9/11-13. 4pm, Wed-2pm, Fri. Follow the heroine’s path to personal transformation thru your individual guided spiritual journey. Single room accommod & all meals included. Vicki Saunders, PhD; Joan Garrabrant, LCSW; Everett Mclaren, EdD, Kim Vann. $595. The Roslyn Retreat Center, 8727 River Rd. 804-359-0384. InnerworkCenter.org.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Total Nourishment – 5:45-7:15pm. Nourishing your body, mind & spirit to restore your energy & quality of life. Learn how to provide yourself multiple dimensions of self-care & nurture to deliver your best energy & being. Sherron Marquina, DC. $25. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. 804-377-2222. Register by 9/11, 5pm: Info@HealthInSyncs.com. Mindfulness Essentials – 6-8pm. What is mindfulness? What are its proven benefits? How can you integrate it into your everyday life? This program will answer all of these questions & more. Martha Tyler, BSN, MPH. $25/mbr, $50/non-mbr. The Innerwork Center, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. InnerworkCenter.org.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 Healthy Mornings – 8-9:15am. Networking/ speaker series offering tools & conversation around what it means to live well. Connecting, educating and inspiring folks in around RVA who are seeking healthier, more balanced lives. Sponsored by Natural Awakenings. The Innerwork Center, 213 Roseneath Rd. Info: NARichmond.info@gmail.com. Slow-Flow Yoga – 12pm. All-levels class perfect the beginner or novice. Limited space. $20 or class package. Inside Mobile OM Yoga & Wellness, RVA Tattoo Arts Festival, 1021 Koger Center Blvd. Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com. Gentle Yoga – 6pm. For beginners or someone looking to “take it down a notch.” Limited space. $20 or class package. Inside Mobile OM Yoga & Wellness, RVA Tattoo Arts Festival, 1021 Koger Center Blvd. Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com.

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Wake Yo Asana Up – 9am. A great way to start your day as we move through some gentle movement & then more flows & sun salutations. Limited space. $20 or class package. Inside Mobile OM Yoga & Wellness, RVA Tattoo Arts Festival, 1021 Koger Center Blvd. Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com. SpiritMindBody-RVAGathering –11:44am-4:44pm. 12pm: What Can a Medical Intuitive Tell You About Your Health? Rev Lisa C Marks, Med is a teacher, Science of Mind minister & counselor, specializing in grief, inner child & relationship work. She trained w/Mona Lisa Shultz, Caroline Myss & Norm Shealy. 1:44-4:44pm: Q&A at our Karma Café w/speaker, vendors + private sessions w/readers & practitioners. 1007 Peachtree Blvd. RichmondMindBodySpirit.com.

save the date Richmond Veggie Fest The Veggie Fest continues to grow each year and has become a favorite family outing for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.

Saturday, September 14 from 12-6pm (Rain date: Saturday, September 21) Byrd Park 804-756-0536 • VeggieFest.org Lunch-Time Yoga – 1-1:45pm. Fit your practice in mid-day. Limited space. $20 or class package. Inside Mobile OM Yoga & Wellness, RVA Tattoo Arts Festival, 1021 Koger Center Blvd. Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com. Restorative Yoga Flow – 6pm. Warm up with some gentle movement & then onto poses that are supported w/props so you can fully rest. Limited space. $20 or class package. Inside Mobile OM Yoga & Wellness, RVA Tattoo Arts Festival, 1021 Koger Center Blvd. Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com. FemFULL Moon Women’s Gathering – 6-9pm. All ages welcome to this celebration of the Full Moon. Pot luck (bring a small side dish to share). Come for a little bit or stay the whole time. Free. Kultivate Wellness, 13140 Midlothian Tpk, Midlo. Details: Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Easy Like Sunday Morning Yoga – 9:30am. A gentle flow to ease right into your Sun. Limited space. $20 or class package. Inside Mobile OM Yoga & Wellness, RVA Tattoo Arts Festival, 1021 Koger Center Blvd. Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com. Lunch-Time Yoga – 12-12:45pm. See 9/14 listing. Limited space. $20 or class package. Inside Mobile OM Yoga & Wellness, RVA Tattoo Arts Festival, 1021 Koger Center Blvd. Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com. Folk Medicine Making – 1-3:30pm. Awaken your ancestral knowledge as you delve into the world of traditional kitchen magic. Learn how to dry & store plants, prepare tinctures, oxymels, oils, smoke blends & more. Windblown Sister Botanicals. $30. Kultivate Wellness, 13140 Midlothian Tpk, Midlo. Details: Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com.

Yoga Nidra – 6-6:45pm. Known as yogic sleep, this practice is done entirely lying down with no movement. Limited space. $20 or class package. Inside Mobile OM Yoga & Wellness, RVA Tattoo Arts Festival, 1021 Koger Center Blvd. Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 Mindful Self-Compassion – Wed, 9/18-11/20 (no class 9/25, 10/9). 12:30-2:30pm. Retreat day: 10/26, 10am-2pm. Learn to motivate yourself w/encouragement instead of criticism, cope w/emotional challenges & consciously savor the good moments. Susan Wilkes, PhD, Carolina Bautista-Velez. $320/ mbr, $480/non-mbr. The Innerwork Center, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. InnerworkCenter.org.

save the date Gallery at First UU Opening Annual juried fine arts and crafts show and sale with 170+ artists. Exhibit runs thru 9/22 (see website for times). Free admission.

Wednesday, September 18 from 5-8:30pm First Unitarian Universalist Church 1000 Blanton Ave. 804-355-0777 RichmondUU.org/Connect/Gallery

THURSDAY, SEPT. 19 Clinical Breathwork – 12:30-1:45pm. Learn to use your own internal tool for healing with breath therapy known as Breathwork. Your breath may be the key to healing physical ailments, instilling self-improvement, enhancing performance & carving out a path for well-being! $15 adv/$20 day-of. Studio D Yoga, 1811 Huguenot Rd, 804-683-0186. BreathworkWorldwide.com, StudioDYoga.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 Kirtan – 6-7pm. Experience the bliss of sound vibration leading to meditation. No previous experience required. Offered monthly. Led by Integral Yoga Teachers or special guest. Donation: $10. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 Ale-N-Asana – 10am. See 9/7 listing. Free. Strangeways Brewing, 2277A Dabney Rd. Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com. IONS (Inst of Noetic Science) – 10am-12pm. Featured speaker: Dr PMH Atwater, LHD on her new book, Forever Angels, based on interviews w/ children who have undergone Near Death Experiences. Potluck lunch follows. St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 1229 River Rd. Donna: 804-690-3310.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 Self-Care Sunday – 9am. See 9/8 listing. Free. Walton Park Community Center, soccer field, 530 Walton Park Rd, Midlo. Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com. Restorative Yin & Sound Bath – 4-5:30pm. Flow thru a gentle yin yoga class w/poses focused on chakras. Also includes a restorative sound bath & closes w/a long, singing bowl-led Shavasana.

Kerry Shultz/Katie Bernard. $20. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. GlenmoreYoga.com. CBD-Infused Yoga – 5:30-7:30pm. Lecture on CBD & sampling of hemp-derived products offered at Kultivate. Followed by a gentle yoga practice and discussion. Led by Shannon Somogyi of Mobile OM Yoga & Wellness. Kultivate Wellness, 13140 Midlothian Tpk, Midlo. Register: Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 22 Ceremonial Breathwork – 4-6pm. Learn an individual style of breath practice created around sacred plant medicine ceremonies from indigenous religions worldwide. The breath is the medicine. Experience deep gentle healing of your body, mind & spirit. Melissa Terese Young. $20 adv/$25 day-of. Studio D Yoga, 1811 Huguenot Rd. 804-683-0186. Melissa@BreathworkWorldwide.com. StudioDYoga.com.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 Live Your Inner Power – 10-month online course. Susan Brock Wilkes, PhD, Sherry Klauer. $320/mbr, $480/non-mbr. The Innerwork Center, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. InnerworkCenter.org. Mental Stimulation: Courses for Seniors – 8-wk morning classes on Genealogy; Memoir Writing; Connecting Community-Local Nonprofits and Their Work; Giants of Early Jazz; The Gadget: Building the Atomic Bomb; Controversies of the Early Church; Making Funeral Plans; Psychology of Reading & Writing; Intermediate French; Conversational Spanish; German; plus luncheon speakers on a variety of topics. Lunch lecture: UR Chancellor & President Emeritus Dr. Bruce Heilman on “Why Didn’t They Talk About It: Preserving the Legacy of WWII Veterans.” St. Luke Lutheran Church, 7757 Chippenham Pkwy. 804-355-7282. TSCOR.org.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 GI Health – 6pm. Learn all about gastro intestinal health. Free. South River Compounding Pharmacy, 3656 Mayland Ct, Henrico. 804-897-6447. SouthRiverRx.com.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 Nourishing the Mind: Free Lunch & Life Series for Seniors – 12pm, brown bag lunch, 12:30pm, speaker. “The Spiritual Message of Famous Disney Songs” by Father Michael Renninger, pastor, St. Mary Catholic Church. St. Mary Catholic Church, 9505 Gayton Rd. 804-355-7282. TSCOR.org. Ideal Protein Weight Loss Seminar – 6pm. See 9/5 listing. Bremo Pharmacy Training Center, 2002 Staples Mill Rd. 804-288-8361 x 130. BremoRx.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Nourishing Body and Mind: Courses for Seniors – 8-wk courses. Chair yoga; Feldenkrais; Confessions in Literature; Academic Art vs Impressionism; Art of the African American South; Making Music for Life; Medical Issues w/Medarva; Transforming Warfare; Musical Potpourri; Luftwaffe; European Politics; German, Spanish, Latin, Russian, Japanese & beginning French. Lunch talk: “The Fight to Keep Memories Alive at the Virginia War Memorial” by Dr. Clay Mountcastle, director of the

Virginia War Memorial. First Presbyterian Church, 4602 Cary St. 804-355-7282. TSCOR.org. Clinical Breathwork – 12:30pm-1:45pm. See 9/19 listing. $15 adv/$20 day-of. Studio D Yoga, 1811 Huguenot Rd, 804-683-0186. BreathworkWorldwide.com, StudioDYoga.com. Is My Thyroid to Blame? – 5:45-7:15pm. Understand how to support thyroid health, with or w/out medications, while gaining insight into thyroid testing. Why those “normal” results may not be telling your whole story. Sherron Marquina, DC. $25. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. 804-377-2222. Register by 9/25, 5pm: Info@HealthInSyncs.com. GI Health – 6pm. Learn all about gastro intestinal health. Free. South River Compounding Pharmacy, 11420 W Huguenot Rd, Midlo. 804-897-6447. SouthRiverRx.com.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 Laughter Yoga Leader Certification – 9/27-29. 3-day intensive training program offers a foundation in Laughter Yoga theory & practical application. Slash Coleman. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-353-3799. LaughterYogaRVA@gmail.com. YogaHelps.com. Spiritual Practices of World Wisdom Traditions – Fri, 9/27-10/15. 1:30-3pm. Enhance your own spiritual journey by exploring wisdom traditions from around the world. 8-wk course is an overview of the world’s largest wisdom traditions. Jan Hatcher-Conquest. $75/mbr, $150/non-mbr. The Innerwork Center, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. InnerworkCenter.org.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 Restorative Flow – 4-5:30pm. A guided meditation w/gentle sequence of postures emphasizing breath awareness, grounding & restorative poses w/ props & meditation. Randi Weiss. $17 or package. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. GlenmoreYoga.com.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1 Wise Aging – Tues, 10/1-22. 10am-12pm. As you contemplate growing older, what are you curious about? Explore this stage of life in a peer group, guided thru reflective work that brings new understandings about our life, our inner self & our deepest values. Suggested for 60+. Lisa Halberstadt, MS. $130/mbr, $260/non-mbr. The Innerwork Center, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. InnerworkCenter.org. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) – Tues, 10/1-12/3 (no class 10/8, 11/26). 5:307:45pm. 8-wk program will help you learn to check in w/your body to identify what causes you stress, where you hold tension & then use practical techniques to reduce the stress on a regular basis. Sherry Klauer/John Tyler. $320/mbr, $480/nonmbr. The Innerwork Center, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. InnerworkCenter.org.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2 Nourishing the Mind: Free Lunch & Life Series for Seniors – 12pm, brown bag lunch, 12:30pm, speaker. “Hollywood Cemetery” by Kathryn Whittington, docent, Valentine Museum. St. Mary Catholic Church, 9505 Gayton Rd. 804-355-7282. TSCOR.org.

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ogist Carl Jung. Vicki Saunders, PhD. $75/mbr, $150/non-mbr. The Innerwork Center, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. InnerworkCenter.org.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3 Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) – 6pm. Optimal health for men & women. Free. South River Compounding Pharmacy, 3656 Mayland Ct, Henrico. 804-897-6447. SouthRiverRx.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5 Ariya Patient Appreciation Day – 9am-3pm. Patients, family & friends come together to enjoy healthy refreshments, tips on healthy living, gift baskets, raffles & games. In exchange for a monetary donation to The Richmond Fisher House, patients also may receive complimentary services. Gayton Office: 9778 Gayton Rd. 804-750-2400. Ashland Office: 9535 Kings Charter Dr. 804-550-0780. AriyaChiro.com. Ale-N-Asana – 10am. See 9/7 listing. Free. Strangeways Brewing, 2277A Dabney Rd. Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com. Give Sorrow Words: Exploring Grief & Loss Through Writing – 10am-5pm. Explore creative ways to make meaning of loss & honor your experience in grief, love, loss & remembrance in a space where you’ll be guided & supported. Karla Helbert LPC, C-IAYT/Jamie Fueglein, MFA. $88/mbr, $175/non-mbr. The Innerwork Center, 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-359-0384. InnerworkCenter.org. Essential Oils 101 – 2-4pm. Learn how they are gathered, safety & an intro to 5 different oils with distinct personalities. Discover your favorite 3 & create a personal inhaler. Kymberly Pond. $45. Kultivate Wellness, 13140 Midlothian Tpk, Midlo. Details: Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6 Self-Care Sunday – 9am. See 9/8 listing. Free. Walton Park Community Center, soccer field, 530 Walton Park Rd, Midlo. Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9 Nourishing the Mind: Free Lunch & Life Series for Seniors – 12pm, brown bag lunch, 12:30pm, speaker. “Change the World RVA: Supporting Richmond’s Homeless High School Students” by Natalie May, founder and director, Change the World RVA. St. Mary Catholic Church, 9505 Gayton Rd. 804-355-7282. TSCOR.org. CBD-Infused Yoga – 5:30-7:30pm. See 9/22 listing. $25. Kultivate Wellness, 13140 Midlothian Tpk, Midlo. Register: Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com. Looking Inside Yourself: Exploring the Work of Carl Jung – Wed, 10/9-23. 6-8pm. Where are you on your path? Where would you like to be headed next? Follow the work of renowned Swiss psychol-

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11 Healthy Mornings – 8-9:15am. Networking/ speaker series offering tools & conversation around what it means to live well. Connecting, educating and inspiring folks in around RVA who are seeking healthier, more balanced lives. Sponsored by Natural Awakenings. The Innerwork Center, 213 Roseneath Rd. Info: NARichmond.info@gmail.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12 SpiritMindBody-RVAGathering –11:44am-4:44pm. 12pm: The Vibration of Peace w/Lisa Healthy Hazelgrove. Through utilizing The Emotion Code & The Sedona Method, Lisa will demonstrate the vibrations that disempower us, how to reset those energies to realign & reboot our energy systems to harness the power of peace w/in. 1:44-4:44pm: Q&A at our Karma Café w/speaker, vendors & private sessions w/readers & practitioners. 1007 Peachtree Blvd. RichmondMindBodySpirit.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13 Herbal Wand Making Workshop – 6-9pm. At the FemFULL Moon women’s gathering led by Julia Hessler. Different blends available to suit your intention. Mindfulness, stress/anxiety, protection/love & cleansing. Potluck (please bring a small dish to share). $25. Kultivate Wellness, 13140 Midlothian Tpk, Midlo. Details: Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15 Minding, Mending, Tending the Brain – 5:457:15pm. Better brain performance is possible at any age. How to improve your cognitive function, protect your brain health & prevent typical brain decline associated w/stress & aging. Sherron Marquina, DC. $25. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. 804-377-2222. Register by 10/14, 5pm: Info@HealthInSyncs.com.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16 Nourishing the Mind: Free Lunch & Life Series for Seniors – 12pm, brown bag lunch, 12:30pm, speaker. “Best Seat in the House: Life in the Game, Not on the Sidelines” by The Hon. John Hager, former lieutenant governor of Virginia. St. Mary Catholic Church, 9505 Gayton Rd. 804-355-7282. TSCOR.org.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18 Kirtan – 6-7pm. See 9/20 listing. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-342-1061. YogaHelps.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19 Men’s Retreat: The Journey from Head to Heart – 9am-3:30pm. Take a day away from your busy schedule to pause & reflect with a community of men doing spiritual inner work by expanding your awareness of your spiritual nature. $99. Joel Blunk. Richmond Hill. 804-359-0384. InnerworkCenter.org. Ale-N-Asana – 10am. See 9/7 listing. Free. Strangeways Brewing, 2277A Dabney Rd. Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com.

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IONS (Inst of Noetic Science) – 10am-12pm. Featured speaker: Robert Bushman on Remote Viewing - scientific basis, practical applications & an exercise for all. Potluck lunch follows. St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 1229 River Rd. Donna: 804-690-3310.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20 Music: A Portal to the Sacredness of Body and Soul – 1-3pm, program; 3-4:30pm, social. Thru listening & dialogue, become more exquisitely attuned to the gift of music & how it impacts our physical, psychological, spiritual & emotional well-being. Carol Jacobs, MSW, LCSW. $25/mbr, $50/non-mbr.10400 Cherokee Rd. 804-359-0384. InnerworkCenter.org.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23 CBD and You – 6pm. Find out why everyone is talking about CBD. Learn the facts, benefits & misconceptions about CBD. Free. South River Compounding Pharmacy, 3656 Mayland Ct, Henrico. 804-897-6447. SouthRiverRx.com.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24 CBD and You – 6pm. See 10/23 listing. Free. South River Compounding Pharmacy, 11420 W Huguenot Rd, Midlo. 804-897-6447. SouthRiverRx.com.

save the date The Innerwork Center Fall Keynote Dr. James Doty: The Transformative Power of Compassion

Author of Into the Magic Shop, neurosurgeon & Director of the Center for Compassion & Altruism Research & Education (CARE) at Stanford will share his insights & current science.

Thursday, October 24 from 7-9pm Grace Street Theater, 934 W. Grace St. 804-359-0384 • InnerworkCenter.org

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26

save the date Fall Foraging Course Harvest wild edible plants with an experience forager, Alison Meehan. After learning how to identify 20 delicious, wild plants found righthere in the greater Richmond area, we’ll harvest what we’ve learned & prepare a few dishes together: salad, frittata with wild greens, ice cream with a wild spice, muffins, sassafras tea & cooked greens.

Saturday, October 26 from 10am-2pm (additional dates avail.) Glen Allen; 1 mi from Short Pump Mall (on a farm that backs up to 600 acres of forest) Register: TracksAndRoots.com

ongoing events Email Jessica@NARichmond.com for guidelines and to submit entries.

Yoga for Your Inner Child – 2-4pm. Leave your inhibitions at the door & let your inner child out to play, dance, laugh & practice some yoga. JoRoyce Robinson/Robin Ricketts. $25. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. GlenmoreYoga.com. CommUNITY Cacao Ceremony – 6-9pm. Join in sacred community as we come together to share an evening of cacao to open our hearts for connection, using 100% ceremonial-grade cacao, fresh from the fertile lands of Guatamala. Elyza Dolby. $50. Kultivate Wellness, 13140 Midlothian Tpk, Midlo. RSVP by 10/25: Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27 Laughter Yoga Basic Training – Create fun memories with laughter friends as you explore new ways to play, laugh, breathe & have fun, in a light-hearted 1-day course. Slash Coleman. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-353-3799. LaughterYogaRVA@gmail.com. YogaHelps.com. Self-Care Sunday – 9am. See 9/8 listing. Free. Walton Park Community Center, soccer field, 530 Walton Park Rd, Midlo. Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com.

daily SilverSneakers Group X Classes – Come out & play w/us while making your body healthier with exercise & see if you can continue for free w/ the SilverSneakers benefit. Free to try the classes & check eligibility. Vanessa: 804-350-6721. SilverSneakers.com. Supporting Body, Mind & More – Daily appts. Yoga, Embodyment Yoga Therapy, healing touch, reiki, PSYCH-K. Clear, energize & restore balance to the biofield that surrounds & interpenetrates the human body; essential to the healing process. Relieve chronic pain, stiffness, illness, stress, anxiety, depression, fatigue. Melt through deep internal tension easily & gently. Anita Snellings, Certified Instructor. Peaceful Body Yoga & Wellness, 3111 Northside Ave, Ste 101. For appt: 804-356-7477. AnitaSnellings.com. Volunteers Needed – The Shepherd’s Ctr of Richmond (TSCOR) provides free transportation to doctors’ appointments or the grocery store for older citizens (60+) at no cost. Volunteer drivers needed. Handymen/women also welcome. For more details or to sign up: 804-355-7282.

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Yoni & Yoga Women’s Wellness Workshop – 3-6pm. Connect w/your mind, body & soul w/a 45-min gentle yoga session to relax & unwind. Then, become familiar with Yoni 7 Organic Herbs & learn how to Yoni Steam at home. Candace Benn of Fit By Benn’s, LLC. $30. Kultivate Wellness, 13140 Midlothian Tpk, Midlo. Details: Shannon@MobileOmWellness.com.

Past Life Group Regression – Meets monthly. $25. Clover Hill Holistic Arts Ctr, 11932 Winterpock Rd, Chesterfield. 804-247-4667. CHHAC. com. Specific time & date: Meetup.com/Mediumship-Intuitive-Development-Circle/events.

Restorative Flow – 4-5:30pm. See 9/29 listing. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. GlenmoreYoga.com.

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31 Sleep, Precious Sleep – 5:45-7:15pm. Insufficient sleep puts you at risk for Alzheimer’s, diabetes, accelerated aging & other degenerative conditions including grumpiness. Learn easy-to-implement steps to better sleep. Sherron Marquina, DC. $25. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. 804-377-2222. Register by 10/30, 5pm: Info@HealthInSyncs.com.

plan ahead THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14 Homeopathy for the Holidays – 5:45-7:15pm. Homeopathics are inexpensive, safe for all ages, & easy to learn to use. For colds & flu (prevention & treatment), coughs, injuries, joint pain, hangovers, overeating, there’s a nontoxic natural homeopathic remedy. Sherron Marquina, DC. $15. Health InSyncs, 9210 Forest Hill Ave, Ste B-3. 804-377-2222. Register: Info@HealthInSyncs.com.

Overeaters Anonymous – 13 wkly mtgs. Is food a problem for you? No dues, no fees, no weigh-ins, no diets. 804-362-9400. RichmondOA.com. Falun Gong Exercise Practice – 9am. Free. Deep Run Park, Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-747-1215. Richmond Zen – 9-10:20am, meditation; 10:30-11:30am, study group. Meditation instruction avail. 3411 Grove Ave. 804-366-5546. RichmondZen.org.

Intuitive Instruction & Development for Kids & YA – 1pm. Last Sun. Clover Hill Holistic Arts Ctr, 11932 Winterpock Rd, Chesterfield. 804247-4667. CHHAC.com. For more info: Meetup. com/Mediumship-Intuitive-Development-Circle/ events. 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. McKenzie.Sangha@gmail.com. Prenatal Yoga – 2-3:30pm (2x/mo). Therapeutic approach to prenatal yoga focusing on the individual to support a home practice. $95/5 sessions. Synergy Yoga Studio, 11000 Three Chopt Rd. 804-305-2297. SynergyYogaStudio.com. Svaroopa Yoga – 4-5:30pm. Learn how powerful the basics can be. Guided relaxation, breathing & well-supported poses designed to melt away tension. Lisha Reynolds, CSYT 200. $16 or series discount. Bon Air Yoga, 2703 Tinsley Dr, Ste 204. 804-519-7471. BonAirYoga.com. Breast Cancer Support Meeting – 4:30pm. 3rd. Sisters Network Breast Cancer Survivors. SNCVA House, 105 E Clay St. 804-447-4027.

monday Svaroopa Yoga – 9-10:30am & 6:30-8pm. Deeply restorative yoga classes for beg/continuing levels. Deborah Woodward, RYT, CSYT700. $16, $116/8wks. 800 Blanton Ave. 804-338-1105. Art1Am@verizon.net. Realign Your Spine & Mind Flow – 9:3010:45am. Experience sequences that promote healing & relief for the physical & mental bodies. Andy. Coconut Elephant Yoga, 2949 Fox Chase Ln, Ste B, Midlo. Register: CoconutElephantYoga.com. Tai Chi – 10am, Beg; 11am, Intermed. Yang 24 Form & Sun 31 Form taught in each class. Sun 31 is a restorative form to help alleviate probs assoc w/arthritis, diabetes, ortho concerns/rehab & other physical challenges. Jenny Barone. $10. First Baptist Church, 2709 Monument Ave. 804-382-8103 or 804-355-8637. Burgess@FBCRichmond.org.

Laughter Yoga – 10am. 3rd Sun. Great physical, mental & emotional benefits. No experience necessary. Slash Coleman, Certified Laughter Yoga Leader. $10 donation. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-353-3799. LaughterYogaRVA@gmail.com. YogaHelps.com.

Open Studio Art – 10am-12:30pm. Bring your own art projects to Susan Singer’s studio to create w/Susan’s instruction & support. $35/ session. 3440 Northridge Rd. 804-267-3455. SusanSingerArt@msn.com.

5Rhythms Movement Meditation – 11am12:30pm. A movement meditation practice devised by Gabrielle Roth. Draws from indigenous & world traditions using tenets of shamanistic, ecstatic, mystical & Eastern philosophy. Jeffrey Boynton/Samantha Lane. $15; $12/student, hardship. TurnRVA, 3105 W Moore St. 804-387-5549. 5Rhythms.com.

Svaroopa Yoga Classes – 11am-12:30pm & 6-7:30pm. Gently move past pain & stiffness; improve flexibility, ease in movement; build strength, stamina, vitality; calm & clear your mind. Breath, yoga, awareness meditation. Anita Snellings, Certified Instructor. Peaceful Body Yoga & Wellness, 3111 Northside Ave, Ste 101. Register: 804-356-7477. AnitaSnellings.com.

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Gentle Yoga: Poses for Spinal Release – 4-5:15pm. Learn how to use yoga to release back pain. Regain flexibility & freedom of movement. Tirtha Hale, CSYT 700. $16 or series discount. Bon Air Yoga, 2703 Tinsley Dr, Ste 204. 804-519-7471. BonAirYoga.com. Yin Yoga – 6-7:30pm. A quiet practice focused on the deep connective tissue in the lower back, hips & pelvis; poses are usually seated or reclined & held 3-5 mins. Mary Lou Bean. $60/4 classes/mo, $110/8 classes/mo, $17/drop-in. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. GlenmoreYoga.com. Healing Touch Ministry – 6:30 & 7:30pm. 4th. Energy-based, heart-centered healing session. Sherry Price. Free, by appt. Mt. Pisgah UMC, 1001 Mt Pisgah Dr, Midlo. 804-920-8066. LoveAndLight2360@gmail.com. Beginner’s Yoga – 6:30-7:30pm. For people who don’t like yoga & for those who want to learn more about the terms & reasons for doing yoga. $14/drop-in or class packs & monthly unlimited mbrshp. Nadeya Ward. Downward Dog Dance, Yoga and Wellness, 2843 Hathaway Rd. DownwardDogDance.com. MyBirth Prenatal Yoga – 7:15pm. Help prepare your mind & body for the journey of birth. Laura Grace Zetlan. $16. MyBirth, 1726 Altamont Ave, Ste 2. MyBirthRVA.com.

tuesday Ongoing Dream Groups – Mornings. 10404 Patterson Ave, Ste 205. Time & cost info, Cassandra: 804-901-4583, CMatt@DreampathLLC.com. Qigong – 9:30am. Phoebe Antrim. Free. Round House/Byrd Park. Register: 804-358-1772. Yoga for Vibrant Aging – 9:30-10:30am. Mindful yoga practice for older adults. Focused on gentle poses that help build strength, flexibility & balance. Kay Franz. St. Stephen’s Church, Grove & Three Chopt. Details: KHFranz@mac.com. Cancer Support Group – 9:30-11am. 1st & 3rd. You are not alone. Open to anyone touched by cancer. Free. Cancer Resource Ctr, Rm 1110, Mem Reg Med Ctr, 8260 Atlee Rd, Mechanicsville. Info: Ann Petersen, 804-764-7201; Mary Baker, 804-893-8711. BonSecours.com/CancerSurvivorship. SilverSneakers Group X Classes – 10, 11am, 12pm. Enjoy fun activities like luncheons, walks, crafts, nutrition & socialization classes. Free to try 1st class to find out if you have the SilverSneakers benefit that makes future classes free or $10/mo for those w/out the benefit. JenCare, S Park Blvd, Colonial Heights. Vanessa: 804-350-6721. Belle Aire Health Oils – 10-11am. Are you an entrepreneur who wants to work where you want, when you want? Do you want to learn how to make another stream of income in the red-hot CBD business? Register for a 1-hr free session. 313 E Broad St. Andrew: Acpitzer61@gmail.com.

Sun-Style 73 Movements Tai Chi – 9/3, 17, 24, 10/1, 15, 22, 29. 1-2pm. Tai chi using gentle movements that improve physical strength, flexibility, balance & well-being. Jo Ann Widner, RN, Tai Chi for Health Inst. Call ahead if drop-in. $10, $48/6wk series. Church of the Redeemer, 8275 Meadowbridge Rd, Mechanicsville. 804-370-3906. JoWidner@comcast.net. Cancer Caregiver Support Group – 2-3pm. 1st. Free. Cancer Resource Ctr, Rm 1110, Mem Reg Med Ctr, 8260 Atlee Rd, Mechanicsville. Info, Ann Petersen: 804-764-7201. BonSecours.com/CancerSurvivorship. Dance for Preschool-Age Children – 4:305:30pm. Geared towards ages 2-5. We will rond de jambe around the garden & jete across the room. Virginia/Nadeya. $14/drop-in or class packs & monthly unlim mbrshp. Downward Dog Dance, Yoga and Wellness, 2843 Hathaway Rd. DownwardDogDance.com. Free Open Bereavement Support Group – 5:30-6:30pm. Weekly group for all kinds of loss: spouse, parent, friend, child & more. We order offthe-menu & support each other w/thoughtful discussion. Led by hospice bereavement coordinator, Alane Cameron Ford. Drop-ins welcome. Robin Inn Restaurant, 2601 Park Ave. 804-272-3300. Richmond Area Lymphedema Support Group – 5:30-6:30pm. 3rd. Free. Retreat Hospital Board Room. Angela Denny PT, CLT: 804-281-8473, Patty Donovan: 804-270-9071. Yoga & Meditation for Women – 5:30-6:30pm. A gentle, mindful practice for beginners to experience slow vinyasa relief of mind & body blocks. Malikah Karim. $10-$12/class. Saadia’s Juicebox & Yoga Lounge, 402 1/2 2nd St. 804-621-5111. PureWellnessCoaching.com. Tai Chi Chuan – 6-7:15pm. Learn the 37-posture form taught by Grand Master Cheng Man-Ching. $165/10 wks. Battery Park Christian Church, 4201 Brook Rd. Floyd Herdrich: 804-698-0225; Sondra Sealine: 804-690-9878. TaiChiRichmond@gmail.com. Breast Cancer Support Group – 6-7:30pm 1st & 3rd. Join fellow survivors thru & beyond your cancer journey in a nurse-facilitated group. Free. 601 Watkins Ctr Pkwy, Ste 200. 804-594-3130. Sound Meditation Concert – 6:15-7:15pm. Community-based aural healing therapy sessions that provide science-based sound frequency healing & chakra balancing. Natasha Foreman. $17, 20% discount for Lucid Living members. Lucid Living, 300 E Grace St. 804-592-9747. Info@LucidLivingRVA.com. Warrior Wolf Flow: Level 2 – 6:30-7:30pm. First class free; $14/drop-in. Affordable monthly memberships avail. Downward Dog Dance, Yoga and Wellness, 2843 Hathaway Rd. 804-873-1936. DownwardDogDance@gmail.com.

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VinYin – 6:30-7:45pm. Class combines the movement of a vinyasa flow followed by the long holds of a yin practice. Rodney Bradley/Kerry Shultz/Randi Weiss/Louise Mason. $60/4 classes/mo, $110/8 classes/mo, $17/drop-in. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. GlenmoreYoga.com. Falun Gong Book Study – 7pm. Free. 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-747-1215. Restore, Revive, Renew – 7-8:15pm. A blend of restorative, yin, gentle & meditative slow flow yoga for a peaceful & centered week. All levels. Pay what can. Project Yoga Richmond, 6517 Dickens Pl. ProjectYogaRichmond.org. Insight Meditation – 7-8:30pm. 40-min meditation followed by recorded dharma talk & discussion. Ekoji Buddhist Sangha, 3411 Grove Ave. 804-852-2976. n_hsu@msn.com. Using the Violet Flame to Heal Your Chakras – 7:30pm. West End. Rosemary: 804-926-9127.

wednesday Assisted Explorations of the Inner Self – Use journeying, dreamwork & journaling to explore & understand your life’s purpose & journey. Linda Anson. $30/90-min. 8401 Patterson Ave, Ste 204. For spaces & dates: 804-337-5197. 30-Minute Guided Meditation – 9:30am. Start your morning off right w/this small group guided meditation. Marsha Hauck. $10. Boulders Acupuncture & Natural Healthcare, 7315 Boulder View Ln. Registration required: SkinWorksRVA.com. Beginning Sun-Style Tai Chi for Health & Arthritis – 9/4, 18, 25, 10/2, 16, 23, 30. 11am-12pm Tai chi using gentle movements that improve physical strength, flexibility, balance & well-being. Jo Ann Widner, RN, Tai Chi for Health Inst. Call ahead if dropping in. $10, $48/6-wk series. Church of the Redeemer, 8275 Meadowbridge Rd, Mechanicsville. 804-370-3906. JoWidner@comcast.net. Intuitive Development Circle – 11am-12:30pm. $10 sug donation. Clover Hill Holistic Arts, 11932 Winterpock Rd, Chesterfield. 804-247-4667. CHHAC.com. More info: Meetup.com/Mediumship-Intuitive-Development-Circle/events. Gentle Yoga – 4:30-5:15pm. New yogis welcome. All levels. First class free; $14/drop-in. Affordable monthly memberships avail. Downward Dog Dance, Yoga and Wellness, 2843 Hathaway Rd. 804-873-1936. DownwardDogDance@gmail.com. Essentially Well with dōTERRA Essential Oils – 6pm. Looking to incorporate essential oils & natural solutions into your life? Join us for the basic what, why & how of these amazing oils. Suitable for individuals & practitioners alike. Lisa Cusano. Al mismo tiempo clase en español traducida Diego Cusano. Check our Facebook page Essentially Well RVA for DIY Workshop calendar. Gather Short Pump, 2400 Old Brick Rd. RSVP required: 804-296-9284 or Info@EarthEssentialsRVA.com. Prenatal Yoga – 6pm. Mary Jo Lowery. St Mary’s Hospital. 804-814-7079.

Y12SR: Yoga for 12-Step Recovery – 6-7:30pm. Combines the somatic approach of yoga w/the cognitive approach of the 12-step recovery model. Open to anyone dealing w/their own addiction or affected by the addiction of others. Billie Carroll. Donation. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. BillieCarroll@verizon.net. Y12SR.com.

Vinyasa Flow – 9:15-10:45am. Utilizes breathsynchronized movement, flowing smoothly into & out of poses, including ashtanga sequencing & asana. Randi Weiss. $60/4 classes/mo, $110/8 classes/mo, $17/drop-in. Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Ctr, 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy. 804-741-5267. GlenmoreYoga.com.

Chi Fit for Life Qigong Classes – 6:15pm. Learn a series of qigong exercises especially designed for the season. You don’t have to be fit or flexible. Sondra Sealine. Contact Sondra for specific dates. True North Yoga and Wellness, 4025 MacArthur Ave. 804-690-9878. ABalancedHealthyLife.com.

SilverSneakers Group X Classes – 10 & 11am, 12pm. See Tues listing. JenCare, S Park Blvd, Colonial Heights. Vanessa: 804-350-6721.

Vinyasa Flow – 6:30-7:30pm. With 2 teachers. All levels. First class free; $14/drop-in. Affordable monthly memberships avail. Downward Dog Dance, Yoga and Wellness, 2843 Hathaway Rd. 804-873-1936. DownwardDogDance@gmail.com. Tai Chi – 6:30-7:45pm. Warm-ups & meditation (w/short 13-movement form). Lili Just Simons, Divine Therapy. $20, $60/mo. Humphrey Calder Comm Ctr, 414 N Thompson St. 804-257-5573. DivineTherapy.net. Embodied Yoga – 6:30-8pm. Explore & become informed of the physical body, mind & spirit. Class steeped in anatomy & physical experience. All levels. Class size limited; registration required. Instructor Rie Cherie. $10 (cash or check). 9018 Hidden Nest Dr, Midlo. 804-382-5306. Rie@DesignsForBodyAndMind.com. SpiritMindBody-RVA Healing Circle – 6:308:30pm. 1st & 3rd. Healers working on healers thru various modalities. Even if new to holistic healing, come & experience an alt way to wholeness. Quantum touch, reiki, healing touch & emotion code. Donations. 1007 Peachtree Blvd. Info: Facebook.com/ smb.rva or Meetup.com/SpiritMindBody-RVA. Richmond Zen – 7-8:20pm. Meditation. Instruction avail. 3411 Grove Ave. 804-366-5546. RichmondZen.org. Adyashanti Gathering – 7-9pm. 30-min meditation followed by recorded Adyashanti talk & discussion. Meetup.com/Focus-on-Awakening. Info: Adyashanti.org. English Country Dancing – 7:30-9:30pm. Colonial Dance Club. Belmont Rec Ctr, 1600 Hilliard Rd. 804-744-3264.

thursday Ayurvedic Health or Lifestyle Consultations – Do you need support for health issues or are you simply curious about ayurveda? Schedule a healthfocused or lifestyle-focused appt to learn how ayurveda can support you. Kay Franz, Ayurvedic Health Counselor: KHFranz@mac.com. SoulCollage Group – 2x/mo. Come to any/ all sessions. $25/session incl supplies. Cassandra Matt. 10404 Patterson Ave, Ste 205. For schedule/reserve space: 804-901-4583 or CMatt@DreampathLLC.com. WomanSpeak Circle – 1st & 3rd. Learn the art & soul of public speaking in a supportive, fun circle of women committed to unleashing their brilliance. Midlo. Membership info: KCBaker.com/WomanSpeak-Circles.

Svaroopa Yoga Classes – 10-11:30am. See Mon listing. Peaceful Body Yoga & Wellness, 3111 Northside Ave, Ste 101. Register: 804-356-7477. AnitaSnellings.com. Zentangles Galore! – 10am-12:30pm. Ongoing group exploring & learning about the ever-fascinating art form, Zentangles. $35/session. Instructor Susan Singer. 3440 Northridge Rd. 804-267-3455. SusanSingerArt@msn.com. Svaroopa Yoga: Decompress – 5:30-7pm. Support for all levels of practice. Increase flexibility, strength & stamina. Promotes well-being. Tirtha Hale, CSYT 700. $16 or series discount. Bon Air Yoga, 2703 Tinsley Dr, Ste 204. 804-519-7471. BonAirYoga.com. Core Strengthening Yoga – 6-7:15pm. Focus on the body’s core w/an emphasis on alignment & strength-building asanas. Cultivates both physical & mental strength. Synergy Yoga Studio, 11000 Three Chopt Rd. 804-305-2297. SynergyYogaStudio.com. MyBirth Prenatal Yoga – 6:30pm. Help prepare your mind & body for the journey of birth. Katie Painter. $15. Henrico Doctors’ Hospital Women’s Pavilion, Nelson Education Room. MyBirthRVA.com. Zenyasa – 6:30-7:30pm. New yogis welcome. All levels. First class free; $14/drop-in. Affordable monthly memberships avail. Downward Dog Dance, Yoga and Wellness, 2843 Hathaway Rd. 804-873-1936. DownwardDogDance@gmail.com. Meditative Power Flow – 6:30-7:45pm. Experience yoga sequences designed to release pent-up energy & create an internal calmness. Coconut Elephant Yoga, 2949 Fox Chase Ln, Ste B, Midlo. Register: CoconutElephantYoga.com. Suicide Support Group – 6:30-8pm. 3rd. Connect w/community mbrs suffering from suicide loss & receive emotional support. Peer-facilitated; no mental health professionals guide group. Safe grieving environment, free of stigma & judgment. Pusey House/First Baptist, 2705 Park Ave. SOSlRVA.wordpress.com. Tibetan Buddhist Meditation – 7-8:30pm. 1st. Traditional Tibetan Buddhist instruction & practice led by Lama Chodron. All welcome. Free. Kagyu Shenpen Tharchin at Ekoji Buddhist Sangha, 3411 Grove Ave. 804-554-1162. Kagyu-Richmond.org. VBAC Support Group – 7:30pm. 2nd. Mary Callender. Better Bodies Chiropractic, 1570 Early Settlers Rd, Chesterfield. 804-382-8222. VBACMom.CPM@gmail.com.

friday Ayurvedic Health or Lifestyle Consultations – See Thurs listing. Kay Franz, Ayurvedic Health Counselor: KHFranz@mac.com.

Ongoing Dream Groups – Mornings. Cassandra Matt. 10404 Patterson Ave, Ste 205. Time & cost info: 804-901-4583, CMatt@DreampathLLC.com. Fridays at PYR – 9:30-10:45am, Peaceful Flow; 6-7:15pm, Feel Good Friday Flow. All levels. Pay what can. Project Yoga Richmond, 6517 Dickens Pl. ProjectYogaRichmond.org. MyBirth Prenatal Yoga – 10am. Help prepare your mind & body for the journey of birth. Laura Grace Zetlan. $16. MyBirth, 1726 Altamont Ave, Ste 2. MyBirthRVA.com. Menopause Group – 10:30am-12pm. Celebrate & find support thru writing, meditation & energetic exploration. Peri- thru post-menopause. Allyson Rainer. $240/8 wks. 2000 Bremo Rd, Ste 200. Register: 804-625-2767 or AllysonRainer.com. MyBirth Postnatal Yoga – 11:30am. Create community & get your body moving safely. For birthing people & babies. Laura Grace Zetlan. $14. MyBirth, 1726 Altamont Ave, Ste 2. MyBirthRVA.com. Mindfulness & Progressive Relaxation – 121:30pm. Includes simple stretches. Sandy Goolsby, LCSW. $18. Bon Air Yoga, 2703 Tinsley Dr, Ste 204. 804-836-8680. Falun Gong Exercise Practice – 12:30-1pm. Free. Capitol Grounds, downtown. 804-747-1215. Caregiver Support Group – 2-3:30pm. 3rd. Free. Jewish Family Services, 6718 Patterson Ave. Register: 804-282-5644 x 254. Insight Meditation – 5:45-7:30pm. See Tues listing. Ekoji Buddhist Sangha, 3411 Grove Ave. 804-852-2976. n_hsu@msn.com. Laughter Yoga – 6pm. Last Fri. See Sun. listing. Slash Coleman, Certified Laughter Yoga Leader. $10 donation. Integral Yoga Ctr, 213 Roseneath Rd, Ste 102. 804-353-3799. LaughterYogaRVA@ gmail.com. YogaHelps.com.

saturday Mommy & Baby Yoga – 10am. Moksha Yoga/ Midwives for Haiti. $10. Bon Secours. PrenatalYoga@MidwivesForHaiti.org. Meetup.com/ Prenatal-Yoga-Richmond. Intuitive Development Circle – 10am-12pm. $10 sug donation. Clover Hill Holistic Arts Ctr, 11932 Winterpock Rd, Chesterfield. 804-2474667. CHHAC.com. More info: Meetup.com/Mediumship-Intuitive-Development-Circle/events. Prenatal Yoga – 11:15am. Moksha Yoga/Midwives for Haiti. $10. Bon Secours. PrenatalYoga@ MidwivesForHaiti.org. Meetup.com/PrenatalYoga-Richmond. Prenatal Yoga – 12:30pm. Learn how yoga can make your pregnancy more comfortable & your birth calmer. Embrace Maternal & Baby Wellness Collective, 124 Buford Rd. Jessica Turner: Jess. Turner.Yoga@gmail.com. Contra Dance – 7-11pm. 2nd & 4th. $7. Contra Dance Group. Lewis Ginter Rec Ctr: 804-247-9247; Linda Salter: 804-266-7355.

September/October 2019

community resource guide ACUPUNCTURE

BREATHWORK

ACUPUNCTURE & HEALTH CENTER

Ruiping Chi, L.Ac., MD (China) 3924 Springfield Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060 804-308-3561; 804-387-7651 AcupunctureVirginia.com

BREATHWORK

Melissa Terese Young 818-590-8644, Richmond Melissa@BreathworkWorldwide.com BreathworkWorldwide.com

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

CBD OIL

KEITH BELL, DACM, L.AC.

BELLE AIRE HEALTH OILS (BAHO) PRO

Oriental Medicine Specialists, PC 5500 Monument Ave, Ste R 804-358-7071 OrientalMedicineSpecialists.com

313 East Broad Street, Suite 327 202-262-5676 acpitzer61@gmail.com • bahopro.com

Founder & Clinical Director of Richmond’s first & most trusted center for Holistic & Integrative Medicine, Dr. Bell is an internationally recognized expert in holistic medicine, a Board Certified & Licensed Acupuncturist with 20 years of clinical experience.

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

WORSLEY CLASSICAL FIVE-ELEMENT ACUPUNCTURE

2024 Staples Mill Rd, Richmond 804-288-8361 BremoRx.com Bremo Pharmacy carries professional pharmaceuticalgrade hemp-based CBD oil products. Ananda Professional, Charlotte’s Web, and Bremo Hemp Oil are all trusted brands that use strict organic growing and manufacturing processes to ensure safe, quality products. Our pharmacists are well-informed on CBD research, and are available to safely advise which products are appropriate for each individual. See ad, page 9.

Richmond, Midlo, Short Pump, VCU 804-447-7995 KultureVA.com Serving RVA and Virginia since 1999 with four locations and an online store. Offering CBD oils, edibles, syrups, balms, cartridges, crumbles, hemp flowers and more. Products for pets, too. See ad, page 17.

RX3 COMPOUNDING PHARMACY

12230 Ironbridge Rd, Ste C, Chester 11934 W Broad St, Henrico Ph: 804-717-5000, Fax: 804-717-8300 Rx3Pharmacy.com RX3, Virginia’s First Nationally Accredited Compounding Pharmacy, offers physician-recommended, professional quality CBD products grown in the USA with verified certificates of analysis. Oil tinctures, gummies, topical balms, nighttime PM versions, full spectrum, broad spectrum, THC free products - all available without a prescription. Trust the experts at RX3. See ad, page 15.

SOUTH RIVER COMPOUNDING PHARMACY 11420 W Huguenot Rd, Midlothian 3656 Mayland Ct, West End 804-897-6447 SouthRiverRx.com

We offer full-spectrum, professional-grade cannabinoid oil from Ananda Professional. Our research has lead us to this pure line of CBD due to their ongoing third party purity/potency testing, being grown and manufactured in the USA (Kentucky) and their “From Farm to Pharmacy” commitment. Our pharmacists recommend these full-spectrum cannabinoid oils that are available without a prescription. See ad, page 43.

CHIROPRACTOR

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 27.

Greater Richmond Edition

Belle Aire Health Oils (BAHO) Pro, LLC represents Zilis, the leader in hemp-derived CBD and wellness products. Zilis offers full-spectrum, third party tested, and water-soluble oils and topical CBD with over 12hour bioavailability, as well as wellness supplements for weight management, sleep disorders, cognitive thinking, and homeostasis. Call for pricing and info!

BREMO PHARMACY

Trained and practicing in China since 1983 with extensive experience working as a doctor in traditional Chinese medicine hospitals. Specializing in pain management, acne, psoriasis, eczema, shingles, Bell’s Palsy, allergies, infertility, menstrual problems, menopause, endometriosis, anxiety, depression, insomnia and more.

Melissa utilizes the holistic noninvasive practice of Breathwork (a gentle active respiratory therapy), reiki, energy work, Craniosacral and Shamanic practices to heal trauma, stress, insomnia, PTSD, addiction and more.

KULTURE

KULTIVATE WELLNESS

ARIYA FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTER

13140 Midlothian Turnpike 804-464-2238 @KultivateWellness

Six locations in the Richmond area 804-526-7125 AriyaChiro.com

Kultivate Wellness brings you the area’s first dedicated Hemp, CBD and Wellness boutique with 20 years of industry knowledge! Offering CBD products, hemp products, herbs, local CBD honey, teas, wellness classes, yoga therapy, crystals, workshops, lectures, films, food demos and more. See ads, pages 14 and 21.

Ariya Family Chiropractic Center provides a natural path to wellness through chiropractic care, acupuncture, and massage therapy. We take pride in the peaceful, nurturing environment we create to provide excellent care and outstanding service. See ad, page 6.

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MONTPELIER FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC Dr. Theresa Neiss, DC 17212 Mountain Road, Montpelier 804-883-3000 MontpelierChiro.com

Offering chiropractic, nutritional healing, functional movement, massage, and recently adding NAET allergy elimination technique. We are honored to offer a caring environment for healing, helping you to meet your health and wellness goals.

COACHING / SPIRITUAL COUNSELING COACHING/SPIRITUAL COUNSELING/ MEDITATION Call Joyce for an Appointment 804-920-9809 Location: Midlothian/Bon Air

Licensed and ordained Unity minister with 25 years of experience coaching, offering spiritual counseling and teaching meditation. Focused on helping people find answers. Let me help you!

DENTISTRY DR. OLIVIA I. HART, DDS, ND 10446 Ridgefield Pkwy Near Short Pump 804-740-4485 RichmondFamilyDentistry.com

Accreditation with the International Academy of Oral Medical Toxicology. Member of International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology (IAMOT), Board Certified in Integrative Biologic Dental Medicine. Certified provider of Oral Cancer screening with Velscope. Mercury-free dental practice. Family and cosmetic dentistry. Sedation dentistry-certified practice. Teeth whitening. Invisalign braces. See ad, page 2.

DOULA CHRIS REIFFER

Down Under Doula 928-502-1293 DownUnderDoula.com DownUnderDoula@gmail.com Chris is a certified (Australia and U.S.) birth doula and newborn care specialist, providing birth and postpartum support for the whole family. Professional, personalized support during your pregnancy, labor/delivery and throughout the 4th trimester.

ENERGY HEALING HEALING CREATIONS

Emily Pels, BFA, CHTP, RScP, RoHun Doctor 804-740-0509, West End Richmond EPels@aol.com EmilyPels.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, Mandala Art therapy, Soul Portraits.

WELL INTO LIFE

Carey Phillips, LMT, EEMCP, NCTMB 3001 Hungary Spring Rd, Ste C 804-205-6531, West End WellIntoLife.com 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! See ad on page 14.

ESSENTIAL OILS LISA CUSANO

dōTERRA Wellness Advocate, 212455 804-296-9284 MyDoTerra.com/LisaCusano Facebook.com/EssentiallyWellRVA Looking for alternatives? Find out why dōTERRA is committed to sharing the life-enhancing benefits of therapeutic-grade essential oils and essential oilenhanced wellness products with the world. Join the vibrant community of Wellness Advocates in the Greater Richmond area as we learn together. Weekly classes offered on all aspects of use. See ad on page 7.

FARM/CSA AGRIBERRY FARM & CSA 6289 River Road Hanover, VA 23069 Agriberry.com 804-537-0448

Join our 2019 CSA program and eat healthy this summer with a weekly box of nutritious, delicious berries & seasonal fruit from area family farms. Visit our weekly markets and enjoy a variety of farm-made fruit snacks and pantry items. See ad on page 17.

FARM TO FAMILY CSA 804-397-7337 thefarmbus.csaware.com FB: @farm2family IG: @thefarmbus

Offering an all-local, fourseason diet of naturally grown/raised vegetables, fruits, dairy and meats since 2009. We are a veteran-owned business supporting local farmers. Ask about military discounts. Quick and easy sign-ups online. Support local! Eat at home! Sign up today!

FENG SHUI LYDIA NITYA GRIFFITH

804-678-8568, Richmond NityaLiving.com Outstanding personal attention. Release energy blocks in your home to experience a healthier, more abundant and vibrant life! Certified Traditional Feng Shui Consultant and Master Chinese Astrologer. Over 15 years of experience with hundreds of clients all over the U.S. Consultation for home or office. Free Astrology Reading with each consultation. Use Promo Code KK20 to save 20% on Consultations and Readings. See ad, page 21.

FERTILITY KEITH BELL, DACM, L.AC.

Oriental Medicine Specialists, PC 5500 Monument Ave, Ste R 804-358-7071 OrientalMedicineSpecialists.com Dr. Bell is internationally recognized for his groundbreaking work in fertility - Featured in TOP DOCs 2014 & the world’s 1st Integrative Fertility Symposium in 2015. Dr. Bell provides holistic pre-conception planning, integrative fertility enhancement, pregnancy support and more.

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. See ad on page 9.

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FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE cont’d

HORMONE THERAPY

LIVING WELL TODAY INTERNATIONAL

RVA HEALTH & WELLNESS

1791 Cambridge Dr., Suite 203 Richmond, VA 23238 804.562.8554 LWTInternational.com

2008 Bremo Rd., Suite 111 Richmond, VA 23226 804-493-4060 RichmondBHRT.com

Michael Payne, MS, CRC, CNS, is a graduate of MCV and is internationally renowned for his groundbreaking work in the fields of Autism, Lyme Disease, Chronic Inflammatory and Neurodegenerative Diseases using state of the art bio-therapeutic interventions, Functional Medicine, Restorative Endocrinology, Subtle Energetics, IV’s, and Peptide Therapy. See ad, page 13.

BHRT is a safe treatment that helps restore the natural balance of hormones within the body for regained vitality and improved quality of life. If you are suffering from negative effects of fluctuating or decreasing hormones, call us to learn more. See ad, page 5.

IV HYDRATION THERAPY QUENCH IV BAR

HOLISTIC HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER BELLE AIRE HEALTH OILS (BAHO) PRO 313 East Broad Street, Suite 327 202-262-5676 acpitzer61@gmail.com bahopro.com

2008 Bremo Rd., Suite 111 Richmond, VA 23226 804-493-4060 QuenchIV.com Quench IV Bar is Richmond’s premier IV hydration bar! IV hydration is the most effective way of hydrating the body and provides 100% absorption of vitamins and minerals. Our customized IVs are designed to improve fatigue, immunity, athletic training recovery and more. See ad, page 5.

LASER THERAPY HEALTH INSYNCS

9210 Forest Hill Ave B-3, Richmond 804-377-2222 HealthInSyncs.com

KULTIVATE WELLNESS 13140 Midlothian Turnpike 804-464-2238 @KultivateWellness

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. See ad, page 9.

Now open! Kultivate Wellness brings you the area’s first dedicated hemp and wellness boutique! Offering wellness classes, yoga, yoga therapy, CBD oil, hemp products, herbs, local honey, tea, crystals, workshops, lectures, films and more. See ads, pages 14 and 21.

804-673-2936 1404 Starling Drive, Richmond TheWellnessVillage.com Your Oasis of Health, we are a group of integrative practitioners under one roof, offering a holistic approach to wellness and health. Our services include therapeutic massage, acupuncture, meditation, injury prevention for young athletes, infrared heat therapy, bioidentical hormone replacement, breast thermography, hypnosis, colon hydrotherapy, psychotherapy services and esthetics.

Greater Richmond Edition

ATTEVLÉ MASSAGE THERAPY, LLC Elvetta Wilkins Vasquez, LMT, CNA 2505 Pocoshock Pl, Ste 203 804-839-9290 Attevle.com

Attevlé Massage Therapy’s focus is to maximize the potential of caregivers and those they serve. Our space is fully ADA compliant, offering a haven for caregivers as well as those who typically aren’t able to experience massage.

ALYSSA DILLAMAN, LMT

Mint, A Boutique Spa 1811 Huguenot Rd, Bldg 406, Midlo 804-882-0009 MintSpa.org Licensed massage therapist with six years of experience helping clients become pain-free. Specialties include deep tissue work, cupping and prenatal massage. I do everything with passion and love. Let me help you heal.

GLENMORE YOGA & WELLNESS CENTER

Far West End Location 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy, Henrico 804-741-5267 Info@GlenmoreYoga.com GlenmoreYoga.com Providing Therapeutic Massage for 30+ years. Tailored to your needs – Deep Tissue, Trigger Point, Prenatal/Postpartum, Therapeutic, Hot Stone, Swedish, Sports, Chair, Couples and Infant Massage. Thai Massage, Reflexology, Healing Touch. Gift certificates available. See ads, pages 20 and 23.

LIFE COACH THE MAIN CHANNEL, LLC

THE WELLNESS VILLAGE

MASSAGE THERAPY

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

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

STILL POINT MASSAGE THERAPY, LLC Martha B. Tyler, RN, LMT 5318 Patterson Ave, Ste 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.

MIDWIFE/NURSE-MIDWIFE

NUTRITIONAL CONSULTING

EMBRACE MIDWIFERY CARE & BIRTH CENTER

BAYLOR RICE, RPH, FIACP

Embrace is RVA’s first free-standing, midwifeled birth center. Specializing in healthy women expecting healthy babies, we offer evidence-based prenatal, birth and postpartum care with an experienced, licensed midwife. Beautiful water birth suites and a deep belief in low-tech, high-touch options combine to make the birth of your new baby safe, gentle and affordable. We also offer preconception counseling, childbirth education, a doula internship program, and much more. Tours/“Meet-the-midwife” sessions Tuesdays at 1pm and Saturdays at 10am. Call for your consultation today!

Our expert staff offers counseling for: Ketogenic Weight Loss, Nutrition, Diabetes, High Cholesterol, Stress, Pain Management, Autism, Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy, Sports Nutrition, Respiratory Conditions, Anti-Aging (Optimal Aging), Allergies, Skin Ailments, Auto-Immune disorders, GI issues, Chronic Disease (ie: CFS/FM, RA, MS, etc). We also offer on-going free educational health seminars addressing the issues listed above. Just go to our website to view our complete seminar schedule and register for all that are of interest or applicable to you. See ad, page 43.

130 Buford Rd 804-596-BABY (2229) EmbraceBirthVA.com Info@EmbraceBirthVA.com

MUSIC THERAPY RICHMOND MUSIC THERAPY 804-213-2278 • rvamt.com rvamtbc@gmail.com Facebook.com/rvamt

Richmond Music Therapy, a private practice founded by Allie Longworth, MS, MT-BC, actively serves ages 11 to 104 with mental health and rehabilitative needs through a combination of talk and music with a board-certified music therapist. See ad on page 7.

South River Compounding Pharmacy 11420 W Huguenot Rd, Midlothian 3656 Mayland Ct, West End 804-897-6447; SouthRiverRx.com

JOSH SESSIONS, CHHC

Oriental Medicine Specialists, P.C. 5500 Monument Ave, Ste R 804-358-7071; OMSPC.com OrientalMedicineSpecialists.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.

OPTOMETRIST MYOFASCIAL RELEASE ROB CRAMPTON, LMT

James River Myofascial Release 3924 Springfield Rd, Henrico 804-543-5261 JamesRiverMFR.MassageTherapy.com James River MFR is a John F. Barnes Myofascial Release practice that helps Richmond, VA stay active and pain-free. MFR is the missing link in your healing journey!

BROOK RUN VISION CENTER 5644 Brook Rd. 804-264-2956 BrookRunVisionCenter.com

Brook Run Vision Center is a complete eye & vision care provider offering natural, customized treatments for Dry Eye Syndrome. In addition, we offer comprehensive eye exams, contact lenses, glaucoma management and pre- and post-operative care. Our onsite Optical carries over 1,200 frames and can make glasses in one hour. Serving Richmond in the Brook Run Shopping Center since 1996. See ad, page 6.

RESTORE-PT, INC.

Derek S. Metzler, MPT 2418 E. Franklin St, Unit 115 804-644-1221 Restore-PT.com Our physical therapy practice focuses on healing and well-being. Trained in Jone’s Institute Fascial Strain-Counter-Strain, John F. Barnes method of Myofascial Release, we treat the whole body to resolve complex issues.

The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate. ~Oprah Winfrey

PERSONAL GROWTH THE INNERWORK CENTER 213 Roseneath Road InnerworkCenter.org 804-359-0384

The Innerwork Center is a resource and learning center that explores the insights and practices of the world’s spiritual traditions, philosophies and contemporary sciences. The Innerwork Center encourages curiosity, compassion, community and the cultivation of skills so that we might act mindfully in the world. See ad on page 3.

PHARMACY BAYLOR RICE, RPH, FIACP

South River Compounding Pharmacy 11420 W Huguenot Rd, Midlothian 3656 Mayland Ct, West End 804-897-6447; SouthRiverRx.com Richmond area residents have chosen South River to be their preferred provider of customized medications for 20+years. A compassionate experienced staff, paired with state of the art facilities and national ACHC accreditation, make us the true specialists in BHRT, Pain Management, Upper & Lower Respiratory, Topical Anti-Infective medications, and Veterinary compounded medication for pets. In addition we offer our patients the highest quality, pharmaceutical-grade nutritional supplements available. We also offer an affordable, wide range of comprehensive tests designed for individuals whose health insurance does not cover testing. See ad, page 43.

BREMO PHARMACY

2024 Staples Mill Rd, Richmond 804-288-8361 • BremoRx.com We are a full-service pharmacy focused upon health and wellness. As a nationally accredited compounding pharmacy, we customize medications for both humans and pets. Ask our pharmacists how they can help you with bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, pharmacogenetic testing and hemp-based CBD oils. See ad, page 9.

RX3 COMPOUNDING PHARMACY

12230 Ironbridge Rd, Ste C, Chester 11934 W Broad St, Henrico Ph: 804-717-5000, Fax: 804-717-8300 Rx3Pharmacy.com RX3, Virginia’s First Nationally Accredited Compounding Pharmacy, has been an industry leader for 23+ years. Specialists in customized compounding, bio-identical hormones, veterinary/equine compounding, traditional pharmacy, palliative care, professional quality supplements, CBD experts, Food Inflammation Testing, and more. See ad, page 15.

September/October 2019

WILLIAM A. SQUIRES, M.D.

PHYSICAL THERAPY RVA PHYSICAL THERAPY & SPORTS REHAB 2620 Gaskins Road, Henrico 804-396-6753 Ramky@RVAPhysicalTherapy.com RVAPhysicalTherapy.com

Partners in Family Medicine 430 Claremont Ct Colonial Heights 23834 804-526-1130

Family medical practice specializing in complex symptomatology, chronic Lyme disease and geriatrics. Offering a holistic, open-minded and preventative approach to health care that focuses on the root cause of illness, not just the symptoms.

At RVA Physical Therapy, our mission is “Excellent Care, Exceptional Results”. We specialize in Dry Needling, Manual Therapy, Soft Tissue Mobilization, Myofascial Release, Vacuum Therapy and Sports Rehab. We accept all major insurances. See ad, page 3.

REFLEXOLOGY RELAXATION BY THE FOOT

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

PHYSICIAN RUMKI BANERJEE, M.D., ABIHM

Family Practice and Integrative Holistic Medicine Apex-MD 5310 Twin Hickory Rd, Glen Allen 804-273-0010 Apex-MD.com Trained and certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and Integrative Holistic Medicine. Specialties: Primary care and Chronic disease management by integrative holistic approach. Weight loss and medical nutrition counseling, skin care, IV nutrition, Ayurveda, BioIdentical Hormone Replacement Therapy. See ad, back cover.

MATTHEW C. LEE, M.D., RPH, MS

Reflexology is a holistic healing art. Applying pressure to points on the feet and hands stimulates a healing response in glands, organs and systems, resulting in better circulation, vitality and peace. Hot stone massage with essential oil included at end renews tired feet. International Institute of Reflexology certified. Wheelchair accessible.

TAI CHI/QIGONG FLOYD HERDRICH, L.AC.

Tai Chi Chuan Instructor Tuesday Evenings, 6-7:15pm 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 27.

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 11.

NANCY A. POWELL, M.D.

River’s Way Healthcare of Virginia 5500 Monument Ave, Ste T 804-379-4560 RiversWayHealthcareVA.com RiversWayVA@gmail.com

THERMOGRAPHY DEBBIE TROXELL, RN, MSNH

Thermographer The Wellness Village 1404 Starling Dr, Richmond 804-683-7774 EleetePhysicians.com/thermography.php

Offering expanded healing services in new location. Providing traditional primary care and alternative approaches to support the body’s ability to heal itself. Extensive study in the mindbody connection to achieve optimal health. Certified by the American Board of Scientific Medical Intuition.

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NARichmond.com

Safe, non-invasive, radiation-free image imaging. Preserve your breast, heart health and much more. Live happier and healthier longer! Interpreted by Matthew Lee, MD, RPh. See ad, page 7.

TRAUMA RESOLUTION/ SOMATIC EXPERIENCING THE WRIGHT TOUCH, LLC

Karen Wright Henderson, BCTMB, RCST®, SEP By appointment only; 804-448-9955 Karen@HolisticWellnessVA.com HolisticWellnessVA.com A Trauma Sensitive Holistic Wellness Practice that supports those who have experienced the pains of trauma. Karen integrates Somatic Experiencing, Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy, Clinical Herbalism and other modalities to help release trauma from the body, thus supporting balance and wholeness.

VETERAN SERVICES VETERANS RESILIENCY HOLISTIC CLINIC VeteransResiliency.com 800 Blanton Avenue, Richmond Karen@VeteransResiliency.com 804-448-9955

The VRHC in Richmond is for Veterans and their families. Our clinic includes 10 alternative holistic modalities to help you relax your nervous system. Donation based. 4th Wednesday of the month. Visit the website for details.

WATERPROOFING AND MOLD REMEDIATION BONE-DRY WATERPROOFING & FOUNDATION SYSTEMS

10375 Cedar Lane, Glen Allen 804-550-7717 • Bone-DryWaterproofing.com Bone-Dry will thoroughly assess and repair any existing moisture damage that can endanger your health, including mold and fungus remediation, structural repairs and indoor air quality studies. We can then restore the health of your foundation, crawlspace and basement. Call on us for fresh air systems, sump pumps, dehumidification, encapsulation, insulation and more. See ad, page 5.

YOGA GLENMORE YOGA & WELLNESS CENTER Far West End Location 10442 Ridgefield Pkwy, Henrico 804-741-5267 Info@GlenmoreYoga.com • GlenmoreYoga.com

Incorporate yoga into your life at Glenmore. 30 student focused, multi-level classes from Gentle and Ageless to Vinyasa Flow, Yin, Restorative, Prenatal, Meditation. Yoga Therapy. 200- and 300 -hour Teacher Training. Voted best Yoga Center. See ads, pages 20 and 23.

of Richmond Nora Vimala Pozzi, E-RYT500, C-IAYT 213 Roseneath Rd. 804-342-1061 YogaHelps.com 25+ years teaching Integral Yoga®; 18+ years offering Teacher Training & Yoga Therapy. An educational & training center with certified teachers offering classes in a safe, non-competitive environment with personalized attention, including Mindfulness and Raja Yoga– yoga philosophy–leading to transformative experiences and a more meaningful and peaceful life. Specialized classes and private sessions for those with physical limitations or emotional issues. Affiliated with Yogaville. See ad, page 21.

Kirsten Hale, CSYT 700 hrs. 804-519-7471, BonAirYoga.com Anita Snellings, CSYT, 347 hours, CEYT 804-356-7477, AnitaSnellings.com Deborah Woodward, CSYT 700 hrs. 804-338-1105, EasyinyourBones.com Lisha Reynolds, CSYT, 347 hours 804-873-4711, BlissYogaRVA.com

Nitya Living™ specializes in kid’s yoga programs that engage the whole child plus mindfulness yoga programs, women’s retreats, private classes for adults and children, kid’s yoga camp, Yoga and Feng Shui workshops and teacher trainings. Use Promo Code KK20 to save 20% off some programs. See ad, page 21.

Project Yoga Richmond is a 501 (c3) nonprofit organization based in Richmond, Virginia, that makes yoga instruction accessible and affordable to practitioners of all abilities and income levels through its pay-what-you-can studio classes and community partnership programs. Project Yoga Richmond partners with local groups, agencies, schools, and community centers to provide free and/or low-cost yoga and mindfulness services throughout Greater Richmond. See ad, page 19.

Yields: 1 serving 6 to 8 oz whole-fat goat’s milk for Kapha and Pitta or cow’s milk for Vata ½ tsp ghee ½ tsp turmeric powder ½ tsp ginger powder 1 pinch ground black pepper 1 pinch ground cinnamon 1 pinch ground nutmeg (to promote sleep) 1 small piece jaggery [sugar] (optional) Add all the ingredients to a small pot. Over medium-high heat, bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for a minute or two.

YOGA THERAPY MOBILE OM YOGA & WELLNESS

Pour into a mug and drink before bed. To enjoy this drink during the day, leave out the nutmeg.

Offering private and small group yoga therapy sessions in your home, office or INSIDE our 34’ converted RV. Yoga Therapy is a holistic approach to healing with evidence-based practices catered to your individual needs or ailments. We will look at all aspects of your life including diet & nutrition, sleep, relationships, past and present situations and injuries, and more. Let us help you on your path to wellness by becoming the master of your own health and healing. Contact us today! See ads, pages 21 and 23.

Tip: If experiencing constipation, adding more ghee to the milk will help.

804-833-9044 Shannon@MobileOMWellness.com MobileOMWellness.com

SHANNON SOMOGYI, C-IAYT

We must each lead a way of life with self-awareness and compassion, to do as much as we can. Then, whatever happens we will have no regrets. ~ Dalai Lama

Golden milk is an age-old recipe that nourishes the body on many levels. Turmeric helps reduce inflammation, ghee distributes the healing properties throughout the body and tryptophan in the milk will encourage sleep. It is calmative, restorative and delicious. Make this a vegan drink by substituting milk and ghee with almond oil and a dairy alternative such as almond milk, hemp milk or coconut milk made without zinc oxide.

INTEGRAL YOGA 200HR

Offered since 1999, the first Yoga Teacher Training program in Richmond meets Yoga Alliance & Yogaville training standards. Supported by a team of qualified teachers from RVA & Yogaville, the 6-month intense & comprehensive weekly course includes 3 months of yoga philosophy, a 4-day Yogaville retreat, daily homework, personal practice & serving special populations. Emphasis on personalized attention, authenticity and dedication to serve. Its foundation is Sri Swami Satchidananda’s Truth is One, Paths are Many. Course limited to 12 students. See ad, page 21.

6517 Dickens Place Richmond, VA 23230 ProjectYogaRichmond.org Info@ProjectYogaRichmond.org

Vata, Pitta and Kapha pacifying

YOGA TEACHER TRAINING

NITYA LIVING YOGA

PROJECT YOGA RICHMOND

Golden Milk

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.

Nora Vimala Pozzi, E-RYT 500, C-IAYT 804-342-1061 • YogaHelps.com

Specializing in Yoga for Children 804-678-8568, Richmond NityaLiving.com

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SVAROOPA® YOGA

Kultivate Wellness 13140 Midlothian Turnpike 804-464-2238 • IG@KultivateWellness Kultivate Wellness brings you the area’s first dedicated hemp and wellness boutique! Offering yoga therapy, yoga and wellness classes, CBD oil, hemp products, herbs, local honey, tea, crystals, workshops, lectures, films and more. See ads, page 14 and 21.

Recipe courtesy of Ayurveda Beginner’s Guide: Essential Ayurvedic Principles and Practices to Balance and Heal Naturally, by Susan Weis-Bohlen.

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INTEGRAL YOGA® CENTER

September/October 2019

Nature’s Virus Killer

sinuses. Attorney Donna Blight had a 2-day sinus headache. When her CopperZap arrived, she tried it. “I am shocked!” she said. “My head cleared, no more headache, no more congestion.” Some users say copper stops nighttime stuffiness if used just before bed. One man said, “Best sleep I’ve had By Doug Cornell in years.” ore and more people are He asked relatives and friends to try Copper can also stop flu if used early saying they just don’t get it. They said it worked for them, too, so and for several days. Lab technicians colds anymore. he patented CopperZap™ and put it on placed 25 million live flu viruses on They are using a new device made the market. a CopperZap. No viruses were found of pure copper, which scientists say Now tens of thousands of people alive soon after. kills cold and flu have tried it. Nearly Dr. Bill Keevil led one of the teams viruses. 100% of feedback confirming the discovery. He placed Doug Cornell said the copper millions of disease germs on copper. invented the stops colds if used “They started to die literally as soon as device in 2012. within 3 hours after they touched the surface,” he said. “I haven’t had a the first sign. Even People have used it on cold sores single cold since up to 2 days, if they and say it can completely prevent ugly then,” he says. still get the cold it outbreaks. You can also rub it gently on People were is milder than usual wounds or lesions to combat infections. skeptical but EPA and they feel The handle is New research: Copper stops colds if used early. and university better. curved and finely studies demonstrate repeatedly that Users wrote things like, “It textured to improve viruses and bacteria die almost instantly stopped my cold right away,” and “Is contact. It kills germs when touched by copper. it supposed to work that fast?” picked up on fingers That’s why ancient Greeks and “What a wonderful thing,” wrote and hands to protect Egyptians used copper to purify water Physician’s Assistant Julie. “No more you and your family. and heal wounds. They didn’t know colds for me!” Copper even about viruses and bacteria, but now we Pat McAllister, age 70, received kills deadly Dr. Bill Keevil: do. one for Christmas and called it “one Copper quickly kills germs that have cold viruses. Scientists say the high conductance of the best presents ever. This little become resistant to of copper disrupts the electrical balance jewel really works.” Now thousands of antibiotics. If you are near sick people, in a microbe cell and destroys the cell users have simply stopped getting colds. a moment of handling it may keep in seconds. People often use CopperZap serious infection away from you and So some hospitals tried copper touch preventively. Frequent flier Karen your loved ones. It may even save a life. surfaces like faucets and doorknobs. Gauci used to get colds after crowded The EPA says copper still works This cut the spread of MRSA and other flights. Though skeptical, she tried it even when tarnished. It kills hundreds illnesses by over half, and saved lives. several times a day on travel days for of different disease germs so it can Colds start after cold viruses get in 2 months. “Sixteen flights and not a prevent serious or even fatal illness. your nose, so the vast body of research sniffle!” CopperZap is made in America of gave Cornell an idea. When he next Businesswoman Rosaleen says pure copper. It has a 90-day full money felt a cold about to start, he fashioned when people are sick around her she back guarantee. It is $69.95. a smooth copper probe and rubbed it uses CopperZap morning and night. “It Get $10 off each CopperZap with gently in his nose for 60 seconds. saved me last holidays,” she said. “The code NATA12. “It worked!” he exclaimed. “The kids had colds going round and round, Go to www.CopperZap.com or cold never got going.” It worked again but not me.” call toll-free 1-888-411-6114. every time. Some users say it also helps with Buy once, use forever. ADVERTORIAL

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