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There is a place just hours away where you can find peace and thrive. Where you’ll be surrounded by abundant natural beauty, clean air and space; not condos, crowds or endless traffic. Located in Virginia just over 3 hours from I-95 and the NJ/DE state line. There are 23 parcels available ranging from 3 to 22 acres and priced from $60,000 to $98,000. Each is fully buildable with well & septic approvals. All are near the shoreline, some with excellent water views. Amenities include paved roads, utilities, common areas, community dock with launching ramp and a private sandy beach. Vacation now and build later, camping and RVs allowed. Ideal equestrian locale with many miles of riding trails. Low property taxes. Protective local zoning will help preserve the area’s rural character. Virginia’s Eastern Shore is a narrow peninsula with the Atlantic Ocean on one side and Chesapeake Bay on the other. The Gulf Stream runs just offshore giving the area a nearly perfect climate with short mild winters (snow is rare). Ranked 2nd for the most sunny days on the East Coast. The land is high ground and well protected from coastal storms and flooding. This property has rich fertile farming soils and an aquifer with abundant pure water. Nearby are wineries, a food co-op, organic farms & great seafood. Please come take a look. You might be pleasantly surprised that pristine coastal places like this still exist just a few hours away.

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ay is Women’s Wellness month at Natural Awakenings. As a woman in my late 40’s, this subject has never been more important to me. I am honored as publisher of this magazine to meet so many inspirational women who offer seemingly endless alternative approaches to our holistic well-being. Whatever your age, I think you will find many nuggets in this issue that will resonate: • Thermographic Diagnostic Imaging, in Marlton, offers a cutting-edge, safe and non-toxic tool that can detect breast cancer even in its pre-emergent phases.

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• Local spiritual teacher, Maryann Pino Miller, shows how we can all tune into and empower ourselves in our own personal feminine divinity. • Christie Brinkley shares personal habits that have sustained her timeless beauty for over four decades. • Virtua Integrative Health helps new mothers confidently embrace the perfectly imperfect challenges of breastfeeding. • A new book by local author, Andrew Smith, offers a non-judgmental perspective for those of us who shame ourselves for eating animals. We are each on our own path preferably to wellness, but it may lead to disease if we are investing effort in self-defeating behavior patterns. There are so many parts of the human body, mind, emotions, and energy that can go awry or break down. If you listen to the mass media, it can be enough to scare a body to death. Being aligned with the wellness model rather than the illness model, which is being marketed to the masses, makes life not only easier but also more enjoyable. Foster the positive rather than pushing against the negative. Seek out everything, including thought, word, deed, supplements, products and services that contribute to our wellbeing and in so doing honor all life everywhere. Happy Mother’s Day, Mother Earth

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

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A Crystal Ball for Your Health by Ethan Stoetzer

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SLUGGISH THYROID Keying in on Iodine

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30 SENIORS, TEENS AND TYKES

Enriching Programs Unite the Generations by Linda Sechrist

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36 CHRISTIE BRINKLEY

SHARES HER SECRETS TO LASTING BEAUTY Why She Still Looks Terrific After 40 Years as a Model by Gerry Strauss

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newsbriefs Natural Awakenings Family of Franchises Keeps Growing

atural Awakenings Publishing Corp. (NAPC) welcomed five new publishers to its April training session at the corporate headquarters in Naples, Florida. The staff spent several days with these entrepreneurs, discussing the ins and outs of publishing new Natural Awakenings editions in Boulder/Fort Collins, Colorado, and Delaware/Chester County, Pennsylvania, and taking ownership of existing magazines in Charlotte, North Carolina; Charleston, South Carolina; and Portland, Oregon/Vancouver, Washington. Founded by Chief Executive Officer Sharon Bruckman with a single edition in Naples in 1994, Natural Awakenings has grown to become one of the largest, free, local, healthy living publications in the world. Franchise publishers collectively serve nearly 4 million readers each month via 95 magazines published in cities across the U.S., Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. “Living a conscious lifestyle that supports our well-being and the sustainability of Planet Earth has become more important than ever,” says Bruckman. “Our dedicated family of publishers, supported by local advertisers, connects readers with the resources they need to create a healthier, happier world that works for all living things.” For a list of locations where Natural Awakenings is published or to learn more about franchising opportunities, call 239-5301377 or visit NaturalAwakeningsMag.com. See ad, page 48.

Ashtanga Yoga Comes to Hainesport

ocal Yoga Instructor and writer Sarah LaFleur will teach a Mysore-style Ashtanga yoga class from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays at Sol Yoga, in Hainesport. A traditional method of yoga originating in Mysore, India, Ashtanga links ujjayi breath with a flowing sequence of asanas (yoga poses). Ashtanga students receive individual instruction in a group setting and move at their own pace, receiving guidance and adjustments from teachers. Engaging in this practice cultivates equanimity and self-awareness. This class is appropriate for all levels of yoga practitioners. Drop-ins are not permitted. Cost: $40 for three-week package, $75 for five-class package. Location: Vacanti Jiu Jitsu, 1351 Rte. 38. For more information or to register (required), email SarahLaFleurYoga@gmail.com or visit SarahLaFleurYoga.com. 6

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DARK Act Defeated: Senate Vote Sustainable Coastal Reflects Citizen Demands Development Offered in Virginia

he Deny Americans the Right to Know, or DARK Act, was defeated in the U.S. Senate in March, representing a major victory for consumers. The nonprofit Environmental Working Group (EWG) spearheaded the large-scale citizen opposition to a bill that would have outlawed all state-level labeling laws of genetically modified (GMO) food ingredients nationwide; it was intended to keep consumers in the dark about the genetically engineered content of their food. Scott Faber, EWG senior vice president for government affairs, says, “Consumers have made their voices heard to their elected representatives in the Senate and they said clearly, ‘We want the right to know more about our food.’ We remain hopeful that congressional leaders can craft a national mandatory compromise that works for consumers and the food industry.” Organic Consumers Association reports that an alternative to the DARK act is being proposed that still could preempt state GMO labeling laws. So they recommend that consumers stay vigilant to ensure the DARK act remains defeated. The development is evidence that the EWG Just Label It campaign is on the right track, and the group plans to support the recently introduced Biotechnology Food Labeling Uniformity Act targeting a national mandatory standard for GMO labeling. Jean Halloran, director of food policy initiatives for Consumers Union, explains, “This bill finds a way to set a national standard and avoid a patchwork of state labeling laws, while still giving consumers the information they want and deserve about what’s in their food.” Sources: Natural News, Environmental Working Group, Organic Consumers Association.

Kimco Green Pest Control Offers Organic Products

imco Green Pest Control, now servicing most of Camden and Burlington counties, offers 100 percent organic products. The company treats both the interior and exterior of the home for ants, crickets, camel crickets, beetles, ticks, fleas, mosquitoes and more with products that are safe for people, pets and the environment. Founded in 1968 in South Philly, Kimco’s President Frank Monzo struggled with the negative impact of the chemicals that the pest control industry was using and made the decision to close the doors in 1992. After more than 20 years, the company has reopened as an organic company offering a safe alternative to synthetic pesticides. For more information, call 856-596-4055 or visit KimcoGreen.com. See ad page 25.

cean Land Trust, Inc., is offering property for home building in The Waverly, a new Earth-friendly, sustainable alternative to the more traditional high-impact coastal developments, in Machipongo, along Virginia’s scenic Chesapeake Bay shoreline. The 23 separate land parcels, ranging from three to 22 acres, are especially well suited for family compounds, organic farms and horses. The land is on high ground, well protected from coastal storms and flooding, has rich fertile farming soils and an aquifer with abundant pure water. Amenities include paved roads, utilities, common areas, private beach, community boat dock and launch ramp. Wineries, food co-ops, organic farms and several miles of riding trails are all located nearby. The property provides an “ideal warm growing climate with the Gulf Stream just offshore,” says Ben Benson of Ocean Land Trust. He added that The Waverly is ideal for people that want to “enjoy their land for vacations now (as camping and RVs are allowed) and then retirement later.” Parcel costs: $60,000 to $98,000. Location: 10359 Church Neck Rd. For more information, call 757-442-2171, email OceanLandTrust@yahoo.com or visit WaverlyLots.com. See ad page 3.

Organic Community Supported Agriculture Available in Medford

ummer Winds Farms, a fourth-generation South Jersey family farm, is delivering its organic vegetable community supported agriculture (CSA) shares to the Dutch Wagon Amish Market, in Medford. Shares are available to pick up on Fridays and Saturdays. A mutually beneficial arrangement between community members and a local farmer, CSAs allow farmers to provide produce during the growing season in exchange for payment before that season begins. Each week, the farmer harvests mature crops and divides them into shares, one for each CSA member. Located in Franklin Township, in Southeastern Gloucester County, Summer Winds Farms operates on over 100 acres and is United States Department of Agriculture-certified organic. “CSA shares are a great way to eat fresh, local, organic food and get in touch with South Jersey’s agricultural seasonality,” explains Summer Winds Farms owner Frank Ferrucci. “Most people are familiar with South Jersey favorites like Jersey tomatoes and corn but our fresh tender peas and handpicked green beans are equally amazing.” Location: Dutch Wagon Amish Market, 109 Rte. 70. For more information or to register, visit SummerWindFarms.com/ vegetable-csa-info.html. natural awakenings

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iberty Lake Foundation will host a free community day from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., May 7, at Liberty Lake Day Camp, in Mansfield Township. Lunch from local gourmet eateries and refreshments will be available for purchase at this event. Visitors can participate in many activities, including boating, fishing, laser tag, mini-golf, basketball, street hockey, ga-ga ball, rock climbing and art projects. A charity softball tournament will take place, along with a Tricky Tray auction, a kid’s game zone and dozens of local merchants. New Jersey Renaissance Faire characters will be on-hand to greet guess and renowned glass blower Jason Klein will perform demonstrations of his work. A nonprofit organization, Liberty Lake Foundation provides camp scholarships to local camps, as well as other opportunities for children to grow and learn the life skills needed to succeed in the 21st century. Since its inception in 2011, the foundation has donated tens of thousands of dollars in scholarships while contributing to more than 40 local youth-serving organizations.

hermographic Diagnostic Imaging/Health Through Awareness will offer a free webinar, How Advanced Spinal Care Can Help You Heal Naturally at Any Age, from 7 to 8 p.m., May 25. Taught by Doctor of Chiropractic James Galgano, this webinar addresses how health problems are linked to the spine. Participants will learn why many treatments have little no long-term benefits and what role the spine and nervous system play in overall health and James Galgano disease reversal. Galgano will discuss how to identify and correct problem areas in the spine and nervous system, advances in natural spine care for better living and the use of spinal thermography for healing. The owner of Burlington Chiropractic, P.C., Galgano’s interest in advanced chiropractic science began early in his career when it helped him overcome 19 years of chronic illness in a short amount of time. He lectures to doctors around the country on topics relating to the most effective approaches to spinal care and the use of modern technologies to achieve the best measurable clinical outcomes.

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Saturday Farm Mall in Medford

ndian Acres Tree Farm, in Medford, will host a Farm Mall from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., May 7. This outdoor event features crafters, flea market items and vendors showcasing their wares at the farm. If it rains, the event will be postponed until May 8. Antique dealers, local businesses and food vendors will be on hand for this family-friendly event. Children can enjoy a giant bounce pillow and a free play area. Location: 111 Tuckerton Rd. For more information, call 609953-0087 or visit IndianAcresTreeFarm.com.

Sustainable Camden County Green Garden Fair in Cherry Hill

ustainable Camden County will host a Green Garden Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., May 14, at the Camden County Environmental Center, in Cherry Hill. The event features fun and learning opportunities for all ages. Mike Haberland, of Rutgers Cooperative Extension, will host a Rain Barrel Workshop at 10 a.m. and attendees can participate in a Garden Talk Q&A with Mike McGrath, of You Bet Your Garden fame. South Jersey Land and Water Trust’s Michael Hogan will host a Native and Invasive Plants Nature Walk at noon, followed by a second Q&A with McGrath. Location: 1301 Park Blvd. For more information, call 856216-8216.

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Local Resident Seeks a World Whipping Record

The Coyote in New Jersey Presentation

he New Jersey Pinelands Commission will host The Coyote in New Jersey, a presentation by Andrew Burnett, principal biologist with the New PINELANDS RESEARCH SERIES Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife Bureau of Wildlife Management, from 10 to 11 “The Coyote in New Jersey” a.m., May 25, at the Andrew Burnett Pinelands Commission, Principal Biologist New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife Bureau of Wildlife Management Richard J. Sullivan Center, in New Lisbon. May 25, 2016 10 - 11 a.m. Part of the Pineland Research Series, this free presentation will feature research by Burnette about coyotes in the state.

Pinelands Commission, Richard J. Sullivan Center, 15 Springfield Road, New Lisbon, NJ The Pinelands Research Series provides a forum for scientists to present their research and is a free event that is open to the public and hosted by the New Jersey Pinelands Commission For research series: http://www.state.nj.us/pinelands/science/pinesseries/ For directions: http://www.state.nj.us/pinelands/about/direct/ Photo: borrowed from the internet

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adison native Jack Lepiarz, a reporter for the National Public Radio news affiliate in Boston, will draw on a mustache to become Jacques Ze Whipper and attempt to break the Guinness Record for most cracks in one minute June 4 at the New Jersey Renaissance Faire, at Liberty Lake, in Bordentown. Last year, Lepiarz attempted to break the record (257 whip cracks) but the representatives from Guinness did not count 10 cracks because of the lack of sound. Despite a torn rotator cuff, he has been rehabbing, training and practicing and plans to accomplish his goal on the Renaissance Faire amphitheater stage. The seventh annual NJ Renaissance Faire takes place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., May 28 to 29 and June 4, 5, 11, and 12. This family-friendly event features several entertainers delicious food, fun activities and a merchant village. Cost: $25 for adults, $15 for children ages 5-12 for one day; $60 adults and $36 for children for all six days. Location: 1195 Florence-Columbus Rd. For more information, call 888-8648222 or visit njRenFaire.com.

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Pollinators and Your Garden Presentation

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utgers Master Gardeners of Camden County will host a Pollinators and Your Garden presentation at 7 p.m., May 11, at the Camden County Parks Environmental Center, in Cherry Hill. Visitors can sign in at 6:30 p.m. Master Gardener Tom Potterfield will give the presentation, the last in the Master Gardener’s series of homeowners classes. Attendees will learn about the ideal plants to draw beautiful birds and insects into their gardens.

irtua will present two women’s events to rejuvenate the mind, body and soul through every stage of life. The Mom’s Morning Out conference will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., June 4, at The Hamilton Manor, in Hamilton Township. This workshop is for moms of children 12 and under that give so much of themselves for their families. Attendees will receive expert advice on reinvigorating themselves and their families, followed by a presentation from Carrey Contey, Ph.D., a wellknown parenting coach, author and educator. The Virtua Women’s Conference will take place from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., October 8, at Crowne Plaza, in Cherry Hill. This event includes expert-led health sessions, wellness and beauty experiences and more. Sessions are designed for women over 40 and include topics on menopause strategies, stress reduction and weight management. An uplifting keynote presentation by Life Coach Mel Robbins will follow.

Cost: $10 per household. Location: 1301 Park Blvd. For more information or to register (suggested), call 856216-7130, email njGarden@CamdenCounty.com or visit Camden.njaes.Rutgers.edu/garden.

Permaculture Design Course Offered in Egg Harbor Township

ndividuals interested in becoming a certified permaculture designer can take a comprehensive course on the subject from June 18 to 26 in Egg Harbor Township. Lunch will be provided at these classes. Taught by New Jersey native and permaculture expert Wayne Weiseman, this class will introduce concepts, themes and methods of design. Topics include small farm and garden management and marketing, soil fertility and organic matter management, seed saving, plant propagation, urban and suburban permaculture, hands-on design work, renewable energy and energy conservation, permaculture principles, aquaculture and aquaponics. Cost: $800. For more information, call 609-839-3454 or email GrantHolway@gmail.com.

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he 15th annual Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife event will be held from 4 to 9 p.m. on May 21 at the Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge, in Medford. Guests will enjoy wine and cheese pairings, whiskey samples, microbrews and gourmet beer samplings. Food will be provided by premier restaurants and caterers in the Medford area. Music, entertainment, basket raffles, silent and live auctions will occur throughout the evening. Cedar Run’s wildlife ambassadors — owls, hawks and vultures – will be in attendance. All proceeds benefit Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge. Must be 21 or over to attend. Tickets: Before May 1: $55/individual; $100/couple. After May 1: $65/individual; $110/couple. Location: Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge, Medford. Purchase online at CedarRun. org or contact Kathy Cantafio by email at KathyCantafio@ CedarRun.org or by phone at 856-983-3329 ext. 100.

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895 Organic Farm, in Lumberton, will celebrate its 16th season this month. With a wide variety of certified organic vegetables, customers can use this local source for their produce needs. Owner Kim Batten chose the name for the farm based on the inspiration that she draws from the 1890s-era of farming when no chemicals were used. The farm offers educational dining for customers as well as the opportunity to learn about how the vegetables grow. Location: 303 Landing St. For more information, call 609-2675953 or visit 1895OrganicFarm.com.

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Magnesium Improves Childbirth for Mother and Newborn

esearch presented at the annual meeting of the American Society of Anesthesiologists has found that magnesium reduces fevers during childbirth, as well as complications among newborns. The study followed 63,000 deliveries from Northwestern Memorial Hospital, in Chicago, between 2007 and 2014. Of these, 6,163 women developed fevers of at least 100.4° F during labor. Of the women that developed fevers, 2,190 received magnesium sulfate intravenously during their labor. Rates of fever at maternity dropped by half, to 4.3 percent, in women that received the magnesium, versus 9.9 percent in those that did not. The rate of newborn complications was also significantly lower among women given magnesium. The study, led by Dr. Elizabeth Lange, an attending physician at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, is the first of its kind to investigate the effect of magnesium on childbirth. “By reducing the incidence of maternal fever, magnesium sulfate therapy may also reduce the incidence of complications in newborns,” says Lange.

Red Clover Guards against Menopausal Bone Loss

12-week study of 60 menopausal women in Denmark has found that red clover halted bone loss and bone mineral density reduction. The randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled research, sponsored by the Aarhus University Medical School and Hospital, tested the women over a three-month period. Half were treated with 150 milliliters of red clover extract daily and the others were given a placebo. The red clover plant extract was standardized to 37 milligrams of isoflavones, including 34 milligrams of aglycones. The scientists measured changes in bone mineral density, bone mineral content and T-score, measured at the spine and femoral bone. They also monitored bone turnover markers. By the end of the study, the women in the placebo group had continued to lose bone mass and bone mineral density. Those given the red clover extract showed no such reductions during the study period. In addition, the red clover group experienced no increase in inflammation or blood pressure.

Legumes Keep Colorectal Cancer at Bay

orean medical school scientists have found that those eating more legumes have a significantly reduced risk of colorectal cancer. Their research analyzed the diets of 3,740 people, including 901 colorectal cancer patients. A total of 106 different foods were graded and calculated to establish frequency of intake among the study participants. The group that consumed the highest amounts of legumes had more than a 50 percent drop in incidence of colorectal cancer. As legume consumption increased, colorectal cancer risk decreased. The researchers attributed the dramatic reduction in risk to the intake of isoflavones, contained in many nuts and beans. When intakes of total isoflavones were calculated, those with diets that contained the highest levels reduced their colorectal cancer risk, by 33 percent in men and 35 percent in women. The researchers reported, “The reduced risks for colorectal cancer among high-intake groups were most consistent for legumes and sprouts.”

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Purpose and Meaning Help Seniors Live Longer

study of 9,050 people by researchers at Britain’s University College of London (UCL), Princeton University and Stony Brook University has determined that a sense of purpose and meaning in the lives of older individuals can significantly reduce the risk of earlier mortality. The researchers called this greater sense of purpose “evaluative well-being”. The study followed subjects that averaged 65 years old at the start for eight-anda-half years. During that period, 9 percent of those with the highest levels of wellbeing died. Among those with the lowest levels of well-being, 29 percent passed away during the same period—a 30 percent higher incidence of earlier mortality. The study was led by Professor Andrew Steptoe, director of the UCL Institute of Epidemiology and Health Care, who explains, “These analyses show that the meaningfulness and sense of purpose that older people have in their lives are also related to survival.” The mechanisms for this effect are still largely unknown. “There are several biological mechanisms that may link well-being to improved health, such as through hormonal changes or reduced blood pressure,” he says.

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Cotton Hygiene Items Contaminated with Monsanto’s Glyphosate

recent study by researchers at the University of La Plata, in Argentina, has found that most of the cotton hygiene products on the market contain the chemical glyphosate, widely used in agriculture as an herbicide. According to a recent World Health Organization statement, glyphosate is a probable carcinogen to humans. The researchers purchased samples of cotton gauze, swabs, wipes and feminine care products including tampons and sanitary pads from stores in the La Plata area. Dr. Damian Marino, the study’s lead researcher, recounts the results: “Eighty-five percent of all samples tested positive for glyphosate and 62 percent for aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA), which is the environmental metabolite, but in the case of cotton and sterile cotton gauze, the figure was 100 percent.” Marino adds, “In terms of concentrations, we saw that in raw cotton, AMPA dominates, with 39 parts per billion (PPB), followed by 13 PPB of glyphosate. While AMPA is absent in the gauze, the material contained glyphosate at 17 PPB.” The research was presented at the 2015 national Congress of Doctors of Fumigated Towns, in Buenos Aires.

Ozone Averts Tooth and Gum Infections

ccording to a recent report in the journal Interventional Neuroradiology, dental practice and research in Europe has determined that ozone therapy can be used to slow the growth of tooth and gum infections. Clinicians are also finding that targeted exposure to ozonated water, gas and oils helps to manage viral and fungal infections, including oral herpes infections. Approximately a quarter of lesions treated with ozone do not reappear. These treatments have also been used successfully on sinus infections and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. Using ozone offers advantages over the use of antibiotics, which contribute to antibiotic resistance, according to the report. In addition, ozone gas has been shown effective in eliminating Enterococcus faecalis, one of the central bacteria involved in root canal infections, which can become increasingly resistant to the central antimicrobial treatment used in root canal therapy, sodium hypochlorite, and can thus decrease the risk of continued infection. “Additionally, the bone at the end of the roots is often shown to harbor pathogenic bacteria for many years after traditional root canal therapy has been completed. Ozone can eliminate those bacteria that infest this region and remove toxic waste products that effectively prevent complete healing of the osseous structures,” writes study author and Doctor of Dental Medicine William Domb, director of the Inland Institute of Aesthetic Dentistry, in Upland, California.

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ntidepressant drug use is on the rise, particularly among women. A report released by Medco Health Solutions analyzed prescription claims data from 2.5 million Americans between 2001 and 2010 and found that 25 percent of women take drugs for a mental health condition. Despite a mainstream medicine notion that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance, medications known by familiar names such as Zoloft and Prozac meant to counter symptoms of such an imbalance may instead be causing a host of known harmful side effects. “In six decades, not a single study has proven that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance,” asserts Dr. Kelly Brogan, an integrative physician, women’s health advocate and pioneer in holistic psychiatry. A study published in the journal JAMA Psychiatry in 2014 reviewed 10 randomized, placebo-controlled trials to assess the effectiveness of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) in adults with symptoms of depression. The researchers from Aarhus University, in Denmark, found that treating inflammation in patients helped decrease their symptoms. Brogan asserts that this approach is the best way to treat depression in women, advocating the use of a holistic anti-inflammation strategy instead of NSAIDs or antidepressants. “A more effective, drug-free approach is to recruit basic lifestyle changes that kick-start the body’s self-healing mechanisms, helping to curtail the symptoms of depression,” she claims. Her suggestions include dietary modification; simple breathing and meditation techniques; minimizing exposure to biology-disrupting toxins that include common over-the-counter drugs; sufficient sleep and exercise. “Medical literature has emphasized the role of inflammation in mental illness for more than 20 years, so if you think a chemical pill can save, cure or correct you, think again,” says Brogan. “Covering over symptoms is a missed opportunity to resolve the root cause of the problem.”

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Toxic GMO Pesticides Drift Near Athletic Fields In an Environmental Working Group (EWG) survey, more than 90 percent of athletic fields and parks in six sample states are within 1,000 feet of a corn or soybean field where two toxic weed killers, glyphosate and 2,4-D, are commonly sprayed on genetically modified (GMO) corn, soybeans and other crops, meaning that nearby athletes are likely to be exposed. More than 56 percent of the facilities in the study were within 200 feet of such farmland. Corn and soybean farmers in at least 15 states now have the option of planting GMO crops that can withstand repeated spraying with Monsanto’s glyphosate and the 2,4-D mixture sold by Dow AgroSciences under the brand name Enlist Duo. Sprayed herbicides readily drift through the air, potentially exposing people and the nearby environment. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency approved the use of Enlist Duo for GMO crops shortly before the World Health Organization concluded that glyphosate, the world’s most widely used herbicide, is “probably carcinogenic to humans.” Dow’s 2,4-D also possibly causes cancer, according to leading experts; exposure has also been linked to Parkinson’s disease, hypothyroidism and suppression of the human immune system. Source: EWG.org

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A Chew Crew Gobbles Up Invasive Species The Historic Congressional Cemetery, permanent resting place of J. Edgar Hoover, John Philip Sousa and 68,000 others, is threatened by invasive species such as poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, kudzu and English ivy. “They are plants not native to Washington, D.C.,” says Paul Williams, president of the cemetery. “They climb and kill our trees, which then fall onto the cemetery, damaging our headstones.” Instead of using harmful herbicides that could become runoff into the nearby Anacostia River, managers have enlisted a herd of 30 goats to combat the problem. The arrangement lets the native plants grow to support pollinating insects. The University of Georgia’s Chew Crew, comprising 40 goats, is likewise tasked with getting rid of invasive species growing around urban streams on its campus, another example of the elegant, lowtech solution. Maintaining steep inclines and other hard-to-reach areas can be expensive when using toxic herbicides and physical labor. After seeing the success of the Chew Crew, Clemson University is now also using goats to naturally recover some of the more overgrown areas of its campus. Source: CNN

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Feminists Redefine Senior Housing Fifteen years in the making, the Babayagas’ House—a feminist alternative to a retirement home—has opened in Paris. This self-managed social housing project is run by its community of inspired female senior citizens that want to maintain their independence. “To live long is a good thing, but to age well is better,” says 85-year-old Thérèse Clerc, who initially conceived the project as a means of combating the idea that growing old is an illness and that retirement homes are a kind of prison. “We want to change the way people see old age, and that means learning to live differently,” she says. The five-story building houses 25 apartments located at the center of Montreuil, just blocks away from shops, a movie theater and the metro. The project cost just under $4.4 million and was funded by eight public sources, including the city council. Two similar projects are now underway in Palaiseau and Bagneux. Source: Bust.com

Noisy Humans

Man-Made Clatter Muffles Nature’s Chorus Kurt Fristrup, a senior scientist at the U.S. National Park Service, states that noise pollution is becoming so pervasive that people are tuning out the natural sounds around them. According to new research, when we leave home, we’re more likely to try ignoring man-made sounds than enjoying Mother Nature’s chorus. Fristrup observes, “We are conditioning ourselves to ignore the information coming into our ears.” The real loss, he believes, is for future generations. “If finding peace and quiet becomes difficult enough, many children will grow up without the experience, and I think it’s a very real problem.” He and National Park Service colleagues have monitored sound levels at more than 600 sites over the past 10 years and found that none were free of human noise pollution. The team’s model of merging data from more remote regions with urban areas gave them an overall sense of the noise pollution across the U.S. Based on their findings, the researchers believe that noise pollution will grow faster than the population, doubling every 30 years. View a map of sound pollution at Tinyurl.com/SmithsonianSoundMap.

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Campbell’s Endorses GMO Labeling Campbell Soup Company recently became the first major food corporation to support the mandatory labeling of genetically modified ingredients and will support the enactment of federal legislation to establish a single mandatory labeling standard for foods derived from genetically modified organisms (GMO). A company spokesperson says, “With 92 percent of Americans supporting the labeling of GMO foods, Campbell believes now is the time for the federal government to act quickly to implement a federal solution.” The company says that if a federal solution is not reached, it is prepared to label all of its U.S. products for the presence of ingredients derived from GMOs and seek guidance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and approval by the U. S. Department of Agriculture. The company also has pledged to remove artificial colors and flavors from nearly all of its North American products by July 2018. For more information, visit WhatsInMyFood.com.

Salmon Scam

Farmed Fish Mislabeled as Wild-Caught The nonprofit Oceana reveals that salmon, America’s favorite fish, is often mislabeled in restaurants and grocery stores. They collected 82 salmon samples from restaurants and grocery stores between December 2013 and March 2014 and found that 43 percent were mislabeled. DNA testing confirmed that the majority of the mislabeling (69 percent) consisted of farmed Atlantic salmon being sold as a wild-caught product. “Americans might love salmon, but as our study reveals, they may be falling victim to a bait-and-switch,” says Beth Lowell, a senior campaign director with Oceana. “Not only are consumers getting ripped off, but responsible U.S. fishermen are being cheated when fraudulent products lower the price for their hard-won catch.” Kimberly Warner, Ph.D., the report’s author and a senior scientist at Oceana, observes, “While U.S. fishermen catch enough salmon to satisfy 80 percent of our domestic demand, 70 percent of that catch is then exported, instead of going directly to American grocery stores and restaurants.” Source: Oceana.org natural awakenings

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Eco-Style the Momentous Event It’s summer wedding planning season, and couples can save money and conserve natural resources by planning a simpler, more ecological event. Instead of hosting the reception at a pricey hotel or restaurant, consider moving the ceremony and reception to a serene location like a beach, park or nature center. Local park and recreation departments may collaborate on making arrangements at public facilities, and nominal fees help support their ongoing operations. A natural setting at an eco-conscious hotel is equally well suited to serving healthy, organic food from a local or on-site health food restaurant, caterer or specialty grocer. Here are some more tips. Purchase organic flowers to avoid pesticides and artificial fragrances often containing toxic chemicals. Buying from local growers cuts transportation costs. Choose a wedding gown made of organic and sustainable fibers. Chasing Green.org points out that organic farming reduces atmospheric carbon dioxide by using 37 percent fewer fossil fuels than conventional methods. While releasing butterflies or doves may constitute a symbol of love, it can be fatal, especially for the birds, which possess no survival skills in the wild. Also, tossing birdseed over the happy couple, for a time viewed as an improvement on throwing rice, is just as wasteful and messy. Instead, greet the newly hitched lovers by blowing bubbles—it’s inexpensive, childhood fun that won’t harm clothes, animals or the environment. Guests can recycle the wands and bottles, which are available in small sizes for weddings. Show care for other animals by abstaining from balloons. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service notes that balloons that end up in nearby waters or landfills can be mistaken for food and cause stomach blockages for whales, dolphins, turtles and birds. Rather than pay big bucks for a band that consumes electricity, go with one or two local, unplugged musicians such as an acoustic guitar player and flutist. Guests will relish hearing moving, personal renditions of love songs instead of clichéd tunes.

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ur food habits are often just that—mindless, repetitious eating behaviors. Some serve us well; others, not so much. Natural Awakenings asked experts to serve up many doable small changes that can add up to big shifts. According to Brian Wansink, Ph.D., the John S. Dyson professor of marketing at Cornell University and author of Mindless Eating, changing just one lifestyle habit can eliminate two or more pounds each week. By changing up to three habits, we may lose more weight. At a minimum, we will likely improve the quality of the food we eat overall.

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Consider starting the day with a new coffee habit. Dave Asprey, of Los Angeles, author of The Bulletproof Diet, uses organic coffee, brews with filtered water and blends the hot coffee with a pat of unsalted, grass-fed butter, a fat high in vitamins and omega-3 essential fatty acids, and a small spoonful of a coconut oil that doesn’t congeal at room temperature. Unlike a drive-through latte with sugar and carbohydrates, he maintains that this type of coffee, “makes you feel energized, focused and full for hours.” Asprey takes a biohacker’s approach to natural biology-based ways to maximize physical and mental performance. New York City writer Chris Gayomali tried Asprey’s recipe for two weeks. Although it didn’t curb his appetite, he says he felt more alert and “ready for life.” Upgrading the foods we love is also possible, says David Wann, of Golden, Colorado, author of Simple Prosperity. “Too often, we economize on food when we should be buying the best quality, freshest organic food we can,” he says. Rebecca Miller, who lives near Kansas City, Missouri, took Wann’s advice and cut costs in other ways instead. To her delight, she found that the fresher, better-tasting food prompted her to eat less, but eat better. “I lost seven

Doing too much for other people and not enough for ourselves can make our internal voice whisper, “I need comfort,” a thought that can generate overeating. In The Perfect Recipe for Losing Weight and Eating Great, Anderson suggests we ask ourselves what other triggers are prompting poor food habits. Upon reflection, we can prioritize emotional and physical health with planned, smaller, varied, healthy, delicious meals; it’s a habit that works for her. Elizabeth Lombardo, Ph.D., a psychologist in Lake Forest, Illinois, and bestselling author of Better Than Perfect, assures, “If we fall off the healthy eating wagon, it’s not failure, it’s data.” She believes reaching for the chocolate chip cookies in the vending machine after a stressful morning should be viewed from a scientific standpoint, not via our inner finger-pointing judge. “What are the factors that influenced our decision: stress, hunger or a desire for distraction? That’s great information,” says Lombardo. She proposes that we can then prepare to counter a future snack attack with handy healthy bites, a mindfulness break, a quick walk outside or other naturally healthful stress-relievers. Changing our food habits, one at a time, can help us live better going forward. Judith Fertig is the author of awardwinning cookbooks and blogs at AlfrescoFoodAndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.

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here is a prayer I regularly offer at the altar in our zendo. It goes like this: “By the power and the truth of our efforts this day, may all beings everywhere be free of sorrow and suffering and the causes of sorrow and suffering; may all beings be content, and possess the causes for contentment and abundant prosperity. May all beings live in peace. This is our prayer, this is our intention.” Can you identify the “intention?” Whenever I ask people, “What is your intention?”, they usually tell me a goal or list of goals, or they are unable to identify their intention. Perhaps it is because we don’t know what “intention” really is, let alone its power. Another word for intention I prefer using is “context”. By definition, “context” is a “field of energy”, a “force of nature” which “allows for a peculiar content to surface;” the effect or results of one’s thoughts, words and actions, which is one’s “karma”. Context or intention is ones real and honest motivation; a person’s foundational or core purpose for their life, the real meaning for their words and actions. Have you identified the “intention” of the prayer yet? Let me help you. “By the power and the truth of our efforts this day…” Here lies the intention or context of the prayer. My intention is rooted in my “faith” which I live by, that there exists a “power” and a “truth” which liberates all beings “from suffering and the causes of suffering” and

which allows for or results in “contentment and abundant prosperity.” Real “intention” is rooted in something larger than my “self” that self which is always egocentric and selfish. In this prayer I am not petitioning for some hope or dream to come true. I am “declaring” that, “by the power and the truth” of living my life for a purpose and meaning larger than my “self”; it is by that, “intention” that the “liberation of all beings from sorrow and suffering and their causes” will be realized. Thomas Merton wrote, about “Real Christianity,” which is also applicable when defining Authentic Spirituality, and the life of the Bodhisattva or Spiritual Warrior, that: “True Christianity is growth in the life of the Spirit… (that larger Self I refer to), a deepening of the new life, a continuous rebirth, in which the exterior and superficial life of the

ego-self is discarded like an old snake skin and the mysterious, invisible self of the Spirit becomes more present and more active… a renewed transformation, a “Passover” in which (a person) is progressively liberated from selfishness and not only grows in love but in some sense “becomes love.” The perfection of the new birth is reached where there is no more selfishness, there is only love. In the language of the mystics, there is no more ego-self… The “intention”, the “motivation” of the Spiritual Warrior is always to live by and through faith whether it be in God, Christ, Buddha or one’s own Buddha-Nature: “Faith” being that my singular and exclusive purpose for my life is to “live my life as a benefit” for others. That my true self is “part of a whole” called by me Universe, or God, or Buddha, which is creative, compassionate, all-inclusive and benevolent. Spiritual practice or “training” is a continuum of transformations, a passing over from one shore to the next, a shedding of one’s habitual or conditioned life for the life which is our birthright, our destiny and the destiny of all of creation. I Love You. Seijaku Roshi is an American Zen Master, parent, priest, author, Life Coach, keynote speaker and visionary pioneer of the principles of “authentic spirituality”. He is the founder of The Zen Society and Abbot of the Pine Wind Zen Community/Jizo-an Monastery, in Shamong, N.J. For more information, call 609-268-9151 or visit TheZenSociety.org.

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hile most American pets live on easy street, with meals, treats, exercise outings and affection provided, the good life also poses challenges—dogs and cats can get stressed. “Basic stress is fear-based. Separation or isolation anxiety requires in-depth training,” says JennaLee Gallicchio, a certified separation anxiety trainer who uses scientific and hands-off techniques at her All Stars Dog Training, in Bedminster, New Jersey. She authors a bestselling series that was launched with The Secret to Getting Your Dog to Do What You Want. A drug like Reconcile, the pet version of Prozac, looks like a quick fix, but can bring many harmful side

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effects. Laurel Braitman, Ph.D., of Sausalito, California, bestselling author of Animal Madness: How Anxious Dogs, Compulsive Parrots, and Elephants in Recovery Help Us Understand Ourselves, estimates that 70 million U.S. dogs are given the same drugs their humans use for anxiety or depression. Considering the potential dangers, such drugs should only be used briefly as a last resort with veterinary supervision to ensure the proper dosage based on age, size and temperament. There are more natural and safer alternatives.

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Thunderstorms, fireworks, traffic, TV, music and children can unnerve them. Add in a new home, baby, another pet or anticipation of car rides associated with fear of the veterinarian and even normally mellow pets can get upset. Irregular work hours undermine established routines. Pet or human health issues, plus household drama, add special reasons to fret. Pets separated from their litters too early can experience anxiety as adults.

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“Let your dog have a space where he can retreat when he’s had enough,” advises Dr. Carol Osborne, owner of Ohio’s Chagrin Falls Veterinary Center & Pet Clinic. She recommends Bach’s Five Flower Formula, diluted chamomile essential oil or a pet-safe tincture of the Chinese herb skullcap for additional relief. Dogs like routine. “Regular exercise helps, including two, 20-minute daily walks. A tired pet is a happy pet,” Osborne says. “Walks can eliminate stress and anxiety by 50 percent for you both.” “Cats need exercise that mimics hunting; cats stare and plan, stalk or chase, pounce and grab,” says Marci Koski, certified by the Animal Behavior Institute and owner of Feline Behavior Solutions, in Vancouver, Washington. “An indoor cat’s prey drive can be met with interactive toys.” A place to climb or hide and a window with a view will help as will periodic playtime catching moving toys; with nothing to catch, a laser pointer’s red dots are frustrating for a cat and a potential danger to its eyes. “Two of my large dogs were anxious during a three-day power outage,” says Kimberly Gauthier, a dog nutrition blogger at KeepTheTailWagging.com, in Marysville, Washington. “I add Ewegurt, a sheep’s milk yogurt, to their food to calm them when needed.” Clicker training rewards desired behaviors. “Ralphie, an Italian greyhound mix, was protective, but also fearful; before going outside, we’d practice sit, stay and come using a click/treat. Now he sees other dogs without reacting,” relates Katrina Wilhelm, a naturopathic physician and owner of DrKatrinaWilhelm.com, in

Lake Oswego, Oregon. It works when someone knocks on the door, too. Soothing music covers the sounds of storms and fireworks, counsels Lisa Spector, an award-winning concert pianist in Half Moon Bay, California, who creates the Through a Dog’s Ear clinically tested music series to relieve pet anxiety, inclusive of cats. “Although many holistic animal lovers want natural stress relievers, few think of auditory options,” she says. Getting kitty into her carrier to go to the vet isn’t always easy. London’s Simon Tofield, animator and cartoonist for Simon’s Cats videos and books, suggests making the crate comfy and leaving it out so the cat gets used to it; keeping it out of reach of curious dogs at the vet’s office; and only opening it upon arrival in the exam room. His local vet staff explains more at Tinyurl.com/ CatVetProtocol.

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“Stressors for dogs and cats are different. As a veterinarian, I explain situations from the animal’s perspective,” says Jennifer Quammen, with the Grants Lick Veterinary Hospital, in Butler, Kentucky. “I say, ‘From the cat’s point of view…’

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shows up on an X-ray. You could see changes that a breast is diseased before a mammogram shows a tumor the size of a pencil eraser.” The equipment used in thermographic imaging uses naturally emitted infrared radiation from a patient’s skin surface. Any temperature incongruences in the body are picked up in the image, allowing doctors to analyze the physiology of a patient’s body and if such incongruences are dangerous. This temperature change is caused by a distortion in blood flow, which can precede the formation of a tumor. This infrared imaging involves no compression or radiation of the breast. “In a mammogram, women often have to experience 50 pounds of pressure on their breasts, while also exposing them to radiation,” Liesha says. “It’s not an alternative to a mammogram, but allows for earlier detection and thus earlier intervention.” Using thermographic imaging is a way that he exercises his medical philosophy of holistic healing, as well as providing both an alternative and non-invasive resource to women who want to take full control of their health. According to peer-reviewed medical journals such as the New England Journal of Medicine and British medical journals, over the last five years, Philip says, there is increasing evidence that

mammograms aren’t as effective as they have been marketed to be. Sources such as the American Cancer Association and the American Academy of Radiology confirm this, too, he says. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), 6 to 46 percent of women with invasive cancer will have negative mammograms, especially if they are young, have dense breasts or have mucinous, lobular, or rapidly growing cancers. “In addition, recent research studies have shown that mammography often finds tumors that are so innocuous that if left alone, that they don’t alter quality of life,” Philip says. “[Doctors] find micro-calcifications, start sticking patients with needles and then surgery and or radiation—we’re doing mastectomies on these things that aren’t breast cancer—the aggressiveness is overwhelming. “When you couple that with radiation, a known carcinogen, there’s 50 pounds of weight applied to breast, which damages it—we’re radiating someone for diseases caused by radiation,” he says. Thermographic imaging can be used on women that are 20 years old, if desired, which is when the first signs of breast cancer can begin, according to him. “If you could prevent something five to eight years earlier, why wouldn’t you?” he says. Liesha Getson, who is also a Certified Holistic Health Counselor and is a Reiki Master, says the experience is very different from a typical mammogram. “Women get this feeling that the techniques of a mammogram feel wrong, but then they are harassed and made to feel like they’re not doing their due diligence or taking responsibility,” she says. “I like to say we believe in honoring the divine feminine. It allows a woman to maintain dignity; they’re doing something good for themselves and something they can feel good about.” In addition to offering thermographic imaging, TDI offers an infrared sauna, which is used for thorough detoxification, as well as a family practice. Thermographic Diagnostic Imaging is located in the Garden State Community Medical Center, 100 Brick Rd., Marlton. For more information or to make an appointment, visit tdinj.com or call 856596-5834.

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still remember the first week after I brought my newborn son home from the hospital. Reruns of Gilmore Girls played in the background as I desperately tried to get my baby to nurse. Fighting back tears, I would ask myself: “What am I doing wrong?” My experience was nothing like the photos you see in baby magazines. Instead, I was dealing with sore nipples, a screaming baby, non-stop feedings and sleepless nights. I would’ve gladly traded places with the chipper, coffee-sipping characters on TV. Now that time has passed, I realize a lot of my frustrations had to do with unrealistic expectations. Caring for a newborn comes with a learning curve, and it’s important to recognize that not everything will work out according to the plans we make during pregnancy. In other words: the idea of perfection is so imperfect. I encourage all mothers not to suffer in silence! Asking for help is not a sign of weakness; rather, it’s a sign of knowledge and understanding. Many of the mothers that visit my office experience common complications that can be improved on or resolved with assistance. Whether it’s latch issues, difficulty pumping or supply problems, these are the situations that lactation consultants

like me are trained to address. My turning point came when my son was 9 days old. At his pediatrician checkup, the nurse asked me how breastfeeding was going. I had two options: force a fake smile or tell the truth. In that moment, I realized that in order for me to continue this breastfeeding journey—and maybe even come to enjoy it—I needed to be honest. Don’t ever be ashamed to ask a friend, relative or professional for

help and guidance. Mothers that seek out support are more likely to continue breastfeeding than those that try on their own. This is what I know… • Breastmilk is the perfect nutrition for babies. • Breastfeeding can sometimes prove difficult, which is why there are helpful resources. • Your baby’s first milky smile will always remain in your memory. • Your baby does not expect you to be perfect. • The Internet will fill your mind with unrealistic expectations. Avoid chat rooms, baby forums and Facebook if they make you feel bad. Speak up if there is an issue you are concerned with regarding breastfeeding. Reach out for guidance and support, and be open with others about your perfectly imperfect breastfeeding journey. Nicole Kekesi, RD, IBCLC, RLC, is a registered dietitian and boardcertified lactation consultant at Virtua’s Breastfeeding Resource Center, in Voorhees. She aims to provide mothers with the knowledge and confidence to start and continue breastfeeding, and most importantly, to enjoy the journey. For information on free breastfeeding support or to schedule a private session with a Virtua lactation consultant, call 888-VIRTUA-3 or visit Virtua.org.

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Solutions for a Sluggish Thyroid Keying in on Iodine by Kathleen Barnes

t seems that a common mineral supplement that costs just pennies per day can stimulate an underactive thyroid, restore metabolism to normal levels, curb excess appetite, banish fatigue and generally improve everyone’s health. Mounting scientific evidence shows that iodine may be an answer to many such health woes, especially for women. “The thyroid acts as a throttle, the gas pedal for all metabolic functions in the human body,” says Dr. Richard Shames, of San Rafael, California, author of Thyroid Mind Power. If the thyroid is a driving force of human physiology, then iodine is its key fuel, says Dr. Robert Thompson, of Soldotna, Alaska, author of What

Doctors Fail to Tell You About Iodine & Your Thyroid. “Every single cell in your body depends on thyroid hormone, and the thyroid depends on iodine for proper functioning.” “Without sufficient thyroid hormone, we have low energy, slower metabolism, lower immunity to illness and impaired repair and maintenance of bones and joints,” explains Shames. After testing thousands of patients in his practice, Thompson estimates that 90 percent of North Americans are iodine deficient, citing what he calls “epidemic proportions” of hypothyroidism (low thyroid function) with symptoms comprising obesity, fatigue, brain fog, irregular or absent menstrual periods, hair loss and heat and cold intolerance.

Estrogen: Hypothyroidism is overwhelmingly a women’s disease, with women five to eight times more likely to suffer from it than men, according to the American Thyroid Association. “Estrogen inhibits the body’s natural ability to absorb and utilize iodine,” says Dr. Jorge Flechas, of Hendersonville, North Carolina, who specializes in thyroid disorders. “We find three periods in life when women need more iodine: at puberty and during both pregnancy and perimenopause or menopause. It’s because estrogen levels tend to fluctuate wildly at those times, neutralizing the ability of iodine gained through select foods to balance thyroid and other hormones.” Flechas prescribes iodine supplements for most women at all three stages of life. Toxic halogens: Iodine belongs to a group of halogens that includes chlorine, bromine and fluorine, three chemicals that are both toxic to the human body and block its ability to absorb iodine, explains Thompson. “They’re everywhere, in our air, water and food. It’s nearly impossible to avoid them,” reports Shames, a longtime advocate in the movement against the common practice of adding fluoride (a derivative of fluorine) and chlorine to municipal water. Fluoride is also added to many brands of toothpaste. Bromide is part of almost all commercial flour and flour products, as well as soft drinks. Shames offers an historic insight. “Fluoride was once used to slow down an overactive thyroid, as recommended by the physicians’ bible, the Merck Manuals. Now we’re putting it in the water supply and wondering why we have a mushrooming epidemic of low thyroid incidence.”

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It’s difficult to include sufficient natural iodine in our daily diet unless we follow a Japanese-style diet that includes

Kathleen Barnes is author of numerous natural health books, including User’s Guide to Thyroid Disorders.

Thyroid Toxins to Avoid Fluorine/fluoride n Fluoridated toothpaste n Unfiltered municipal drinking water n Some bottled teas n Teflon pans n Mechanically deboned chicken Chlorine/chloride n Virtually all municipal water n Swimming pools, spas n Poultry chilled in chlorinated water to kill bacteria n Chlorine bleaches and other conventional household cleaners Bromine/bromide n Flour and flour products, except those labeled “unbrominated” n Soft drinks n Pesticides with methyl bromide n Plastics n Fire retardants in children’s nightwear and some furniture n Spa disinfectants Source: What Doctors Fail to Tell You About Iodine & Your Thyroid, by Dr. Robert Thompson.

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Women, ladies, girls, whatever our age… we embody the Divine Feminine. How many of us are aware of this—its meaning, its implications, its power, its freedom?

Action steps to take to ease into manifesting the Divine Feminine Self-talk:

~ Give up the “shoulds”. You are doing your best, every minute of every day, based on what you know, believe and feel at the time. ~ You have the choice of what to think at any time, about anything. If a negative, disempowering, fearful thought enters your mind from old tapes and habitual thinking allowed to run amuck, stop it and replace it with a positive, uplifting, empowering, loving thought or even replace it with the word, LOVE, over and over. ~ Tell yourself: I love you! Over, over and over!

Mirror play: That beautiful person looking back at you is your best friend.

~ Every time you go by a mirror, say “Hi, looking good!” ~ Wink, wave, make funny faces, smile. ~ Look into your eyes… validate yourself, acknowledge your existence, see yourself! ~ Tell yourself: I love you! Over, over and over.

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f you made a list of all the “things” you had to do, all the people you had to care for, would you be on the list? Probably not. But if so, probably at the bottom!

Is that anyplace for the Divine Feminine to be?!

Up until recently, females were reared to think of others first—do for others first, do whatever it took to be sure others were happy, content, healthy, nourished, clothed, fed, chauffeured, cheered on, given a shoulder to cry on, cuddled, embraced, loved… did I leave anything out? Thank goodness the energy is shifting. The younger you are, the easier; the older, maybe not as much. Those old tapes play loud and clear… expectations of us are high… we cannot disappoint anyone. For our own personal well-being, and in some cases, survival, we must delve into this concept of the Divine 32

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Main points to consider for grounding into the concept of the Divine Feminine

~ We are spiritual beings having a human experience. Hence, we are Divine. ~ We are each here for our personal soul growth. ~ Every relationship (home, work, everywhere, with everyone and everything) is a vehicle moving us along on our spiritual journey. ~ In general, the feminine is characterized as being compassionate, loving, gentle, kind, tolerant, inclusive; as seeking harmony, consensus. ~ Divine Feminine is all of that and wise, confident, strong and powerful. The wisdom, confidence, strength and power are laced with compassion, love, peace, tenderness, acceptance, oneness.

Consciously loving yourself:

~ See your everyday hygiene as acts of self-love. ~ Take yourself for a walk on a beautiful sunny day or during a refreshing afternoon shower. ~ Spend time with yourself… journaling, daydreaming, visualizing. ~ Spend time with your Divine self… meditate. ~ Tell yourself: I love you! Over, over and over. Your true identity embodies compassionate kindness, loving confidence, peaceful power and graceful strength. You embody the Divine Feminine. Maryann Pino Miller is an author, spiritual teacher and awareness coach. She is co-owner of The Center, Life in Balance, in Medford. Her book, The Oneness of It All, is available at The Center, Barnes & Noble, Balboa Press and Amazon.com. She can be reached at 856-912-2087 or Maryann@ ConsciouslyLiving.net.

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ision boards, a powerful tool for transformation, comprise a collage of pictures, phrases, poems and quotes that visually represent what we would like to experience more of in life. Building one works to uncover hidden desires and inner guidance that help clarify the details of a roadmap to our future. Anyone can create one in a few hours. The layout may be intuitive, placing pieces where feelings direct; circles within circles like a mandala; or in titled, pie-shaped segments arranged in the form of a wheel. Board basics: Choose a large piece of poster board, corkboard or canvas the size of an unfolded newspaper. Gather pens, scissors, glue or pins, sticky tape and a current selfie. Gather 10 to 20 magazines ranging from women’s and men’s fashion, health and fitness to hobbies, house and garden and travel, including animals representing specific character traits. Pick topics that resonate, uplift and inspire, energize or bring relaxation. Beauty salons, libraries and community centers like to clear out old issues; an alternative is to assemble images by using a computer. Prepare a space: Find a quiet, relaxing spot, free of disturbances and distractions. Mindset magic: Let go of ought-tos, shoulds and musts. Rest assured that feeling the desire to be good, to do good or have something good in our life means we can make it happen, even if we do not yet know how. Flick, snip and stick: Have fun seeing what jumps out and catches your attention while riffling through the magazine pages. Clip and place these images in a pile, and then sort out those that feel really right.

A vision board clarifies our deepest desires. Arrange: Experiment with the positioning and relationships of words and images until it feels good. Take a photograph as a reference. Affix pieces either so they can be repositioned or permanent, leaving spaces to symbolize an openness to receiving more ideas. Purpose Statement: Play with words that describe desired values and qualities to eventually shape an inspiring affirmation representing cherished personal aspirations for the year ahead. Place this next to the selfie and other key personal photos in the center of the board and reinforce its verity by daily repeating it. Pride of place: Prominently display the board where it will be visible throughout the day. The more time we spend with our board, the more movement we’ll make toward our goals and the faster they’ll become our reality. Activate: Sit with the board and connect with its opportunities. Visualize being, doing, having and experiencing everything shown, as if they are already an intimate part of daily life. This living, breathing idea grows with us, and a companion gratitude journal can support us in acknowledging our progress. Jayne Morris is the author of Burnout to Brilliance: Strategies for Sustainable Success, from which this was adapted. Learn more at JayneMorris.com.

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bookspotlight Thinking of Becoming a Vegetarian? Well, You Can’t. by Alex McKechnie

new book by Andrew Smith, Ph.D., an assistant professor of philosophy in Drexel’s College of Arts and Sciences who specializes in environmental philosophy, makes the case that there isn’t a morally defensible argument for vegetarianism, and in fact, you can’t even actually be vegetarian. The book, A Critique of the Moral Defense of Vegetarianism, was released by Palgrave Macmillan this month. Daniel Quinn, author of the award-winning philosophical novel Ishmael, said of the book: “This is one of the most important books I’ve read in the past two decades, and I think you’ll agree, whether you’re vegetarian, vegan or neither. It will change your mind in significant ways (it did mine), and you’ll enjoy the process, even if it means relinquishing some assumptions you once considered far too self-evident to be questioned.” Himself a vegetarian—if he could be—for 25-plus years, Smith draws on the latest research in plant science, systems ecology, environmental phi-

losophy and cultural anthropology to eliminate the distinction between vegetarians and omnivores. He illustrates how the divisions we’ve constructed between plants and animals, and between omnivorism and vegetarianism, are emblematic of a way of thinking about ourselves and our eating practices that perpetuates an “ecocidal” worldview— one that destroys the natural environment. For example, Smith explains that the linear way we currently view the food chain—the cow eats the grass, we eat the cow—is inaccurate. Instead, a cyclical view—the cow eats the grass, we eat the cow, the worms eat us, the grass eats the worms—is more accurate. In this sense, a person can’t be a vegetarian because even plants essentially eat animals. “We are part of an extended food web,” he says. “We’re not at the top of a food hierarchy, because there is no top. Every living being eats and is eaten. And this is a good thing! The well-being of our planet, and our own well-being, depends on it.”

End Vegetable Cruelty

In the book, Smith also challenges the most common defense of vegetarianism—the “sentientist” argument—which claims that eating animals is cruel because they suffer. This defense assumes that plants, by contrast, do not suffer. Smith, however, cites a great deal of empirical evidence to support that plants are sentient and can also suffer. “Plants have biochemical reactions to noxious stimuli that are very much like ours,” he says. For example, Smith explains that plants thrive in diverse communities, but that conventional agriculture has created unnatural settings where plants live alone—corn with corn, wheat with wheat and so on. In these settings, plants are more susceptible to diseases, which farmers prevent by dousing them in pesticides that will keep them alive just long enough to harvest. This is harmful to the plants, to the land and to the people who consume them. If plants were allowed to live in diverse communities, claims Smith, they would be “happier” and healthier, and thus, so would we. “By treating them well, we treat ourselves and our world well,” he says.

Be Kind to Your Food

Smith argues that what matters more than whether we eat plants or animals is how we treat what—or who—will become our food. “The world would be better off if we could re-orient the way we think about plants, animals and our relationship with both,” he says. “Moreover, re-envisioning our relationship with our food is necessary for our species to survive and thrive.” According to Smith, “The world would be made better—far better—if we could embrace that we are fullfledged members of the community of life: constituents of a closed-loop system from which we have borrowed, are now using and will one day return the fire of life that burns in us all.” Alex McKechnie is a senior news officer at Drexel University who focuses on the humanities and social sciences, including psychology, law and education. For more information, visit NewsBlog.Drexel. edu.

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May 2016

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Christie Brinkley Shares Her Secrets to Lasting Beauty Why She Still Looks Terrific After 40 Years as a Model by Gerry Strauss

upermodel extraordinaire Christie Brinkley looks as amazing in her 60s as she did when she first graced the cover of Sports Illustrated nearly 40 years ago. In a new book, Timeless Beauty, Brinkley reveals her anti-aging secrets, many of which involve reliance on healthful foods, a positive attitude, exercise and good skin care. Much of what she’s learned is reflected in her line of Christie Brinkley Authentic Skincare. Here, she shares some highlights of how she keeps her mind and body healthy.

Why did you become a vegetarian at age 14? When I was 13, I picked up a book from the nightstand in my parents’ bedroom called Miami and the Siege of Chicago by Norman Mailer. I happened to open to a page with a highly graphic description of Midwest slaughterhouses. What I read turned my stomach because I loved animals and wanted no part in this inhumane system. I swore at that moment I would never eat another piece of meat and have not done so since. For the past 49 years I have enjoyed the resulting good karma in the form of healthful benefits from avoiding the antibiotics, growth hormones and fats associated with a carnivorous diet. 36

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Was it tougher to maintain your natural standards as your career became filled with travel and tight schedules? After I first became a vegetarian kid living at home, I soon convinced my family to go vegetarian, too. I read a lot of books to learn how to replace meat protein with healthier choices. Through the early years, as I continued to learn about options, I tried many kinds of vegetarian, macrobiotic and vegan approaches. Once I started modeling in seashore locations, it seemed natural to me to add bits of fresh fish and some dairy; so for the most part I have been a lacto ichthyo variation of vegetarian. I raised my children as vegetarians, and recently my daughter, Sailor, and I took the next step to become mostly vegan. I allow myself a little mozzarella and an occasional salmon dish when my body is craving it, because I think we need to listen to what our body needs. After the environmental disasters of the BP oil spill in the Gulf, made worse by toxic dispersants, and the Fukushima nuclear plant meltdown that pumped radioactive isotopes into the Pacific, I am extra-cautious about the salmon I choose and don’t eat oth-

er seafood. I’m lucky that as a model, my career has naturally kept me aware of the amount of sugar I consume, limiting its effects on skin and overall health as well as weight.

How much of anti-aging do you believe is tied to mental and emotional health? Growing old gracefully is all about the positive energy that you use to power through your day and project to others. Happiness is a youthful quality and a smile is always our best accessory; it’s also been proven to release feel-good endorphins. When you take good care of yourself by eating right and exercising, you naturally feel better about yourself. If we’re feeling down, stressed or depressed, we’re tempted to eliminate exercise, which is the very thing that could lift us up and make us feel better. The more we move, the merrier we are.

Because you also recognize the importance of treating the body well from the outside as well as from the inside, what other practices do you apply? With everything we know about how the sun can damage our skin, it’s crucial to use a moisturizer with a broad ultraviolet spectrum blocker of both UVA and UVB rays to prevent wrinkles and hyperpigmented spots. I created my own skin care line that offers an SPF 30 broad-spectrum moisturizer that also defends against infrared rays [IR], which represent more than half of the sun’s damaging rays that reach Earth. IR emissions also come from manmade objects such as computers and cell phones. Beyond that, I wanted a product that takes advantage of our body’s own circadian rhythms, using special peptides that help the body build collagen and elastin as we sleep and repair. Using a gentle exfoliating scrub is also key, a step many people overlook; I’ve included it in my daily skin care routine for 30 years. Gerry Strauss is a freelance writer in Hamilton, NJ. Connect at GerryStrauss@aol.com.

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SUNDAY, MAY 1 Interpretive Trail Hike – 1:30-2:30pm. Join an RNC naturalist for an interpretive hike through our varied habitats. Pace is easy and suitable for adults and teenagers. Free, but donations encouraged. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton. Pre-register: 609-2612495, RancocasNatureCenter.org. Laughter Yoga Special – 1:30-2:30pm. Come celebrate World Laughter Day with this simple and fun way to reduce stress and promote world peace through playful, healthy exercises and connection. Tap into your inner joy and leave smiling from the inside out. Family friendly. $13. Yoga for Living, 1926 Greentree Rd, Cherry Hill. 856-404-7287. YogaForLiving.net.

MONDAY, MAY 2 Healing Benefits of Acupuncture – 6-7pm. Come to this free session and meet licensed and board-certified acupuncturist Cathleen Wright, MSAc, LAc, BSN, RN, an experienced clinician at the Virtua Center for Integrative Medicine. Receive a discount on your first treatment by attending this session. Virtua Health and Wellness Center Washington Twp, 239 Hurffville-CrossKeys Rd, 2nd Fl Conf Rm, Sewell. Register: 844-896-6367 or Virtua.org. Free Public Education Workshop – 6:45-8pm. Children’s Health: Common Illnesses and How to Keep Kids Healthy. Bring a friend. Free health screenings upon request. Natural Health Improvement Center of SouthJersey, 1050 Kings Hwy N, Ste 200, Cherry Hill. RSVP: 856-6676805 or Info@nhicsouthjersey.com.

TUESDAY, MAY 3 Thruhike the Pacific Crest Trail – 6:30-8:30pm. Join thru hiker Kristin “Siren” McLane as she shares stories from her 6-month journey. Plus, see how it compares to the Appalachian Trail closer to home. Free. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton. Register: 856-810-1938, rei.com/ stores/marlton.html.

Live Well, Live Strong: Diabetes Support Group – 7-8:30pm. Support group facilitated by certified diabetes educators. Learn about the newest advances in self-management and treatment. Share tips and coping techniques. Family and friends welcome. Free. Virtua Health & Wellness Center Moorestown, 401 Young Ave, VMG Conference Rm. Register: 888-847-8823 or Virtua.org. Breastfeeding Class – 7-9pm. A Lactation Consultant will teach breastfeeding techniques. Recommended take this class during your 7th month of pregnancy. Learning the fundamentals of breastfeeding is important to breastfeeding success and support. Fathers and/or support persons encouraged to attend. Seats limited. $10/couple. Virtua Memorial, 175 Madison Ave, Conference Center 1st Fl, Mount Holly. Registration required: 888-847-8823 or Virtua.org.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 4 Sustainable Cherry Hill’s Green Drinks – 6-8pm. Networking focused on creating a sustainable South Jersey community. The Farm & Fisherman Tavern + Market, 1422 Marlton Pike E, Cherry Hill. 609-238-3449. SustainableCherryHill.org. Lightweight Backpacking Basics – 6:30-8pm. Do you want to try backpacking but worry about carrying a heavy pack? Join an REI backpacking expert who will provide excellent tips on lightweight backpacking techniques. Free. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton. Register: 856810-1938, rei.com/stores/marlton.html. Zen Studies Circle: Spirit – 7-9pm. What is spirit? What does it mean to be spiritual? Ongoing classes are designed to inform and enlighten participants about living authentic spiritual lives in the world. Suggested donation $10. Pine Wind Zen Center, 863 McKendimen Rd, Shamong. 609-268-9151. PineWind.org.

THURSDAY, MAY 5 Maternity Breathing & Relaxation Techniques – 7:30-9:30pm. Learn natural ways of dealing with labor. Class covers breathing, relaxation and massage techniques that can be used to help manage the birth experience. For everyone, and

is strongly recommended for anyone who wants to attempt labor and delivery without an epidural. Recommended that this class during your 7th month of pregnancy. Virtua Voorhees, 100 Bowman Dr, Garden Level/Holman Conference Ctr, Voorhees. Register: 888-847-8823 or Virtua.org.

FRIDAY, MAY 6 Hampton Furnace Exploration – 1pm. Explore a serene Atlantic White Cedar swamp and discover life in a Pine Barrens stream between the Upper Batsto River and Skit Branch creek. $25/adults, $10/ages 6-15. 1005 Atsion Rd, Shamong. To register & more info: 609-2680189 or PinelandsAdventures.org.

SATURDAY, MAY 7 Farm Mall – Rain date, May 8. Flea market and yard sale, with crafter’s, antique dealers, local businesses promoting, lots of food, giant pillow bounce and a great free play area for the kids. Indian Acres Tree Farm, 111 Tuckerton Rd, Medford. 609-953-0087. Natural World Retreat – 8am-6pm. A day of natural enlightenment as we look at our connection to our ecosystem, including a hard look at the current environmental crisis and what we can do about it. Includes documentaries, discussions, meditation, and lunch. $45/nonmembers, $35/members. Pine Wind Zen Center, 863 McKendimen Rd, Shamong. Registration required: 609-268-9151. PineWind.org. Hike The Batona: Section 5, Route 72 to Ong’s Hat – 9am. With the Outdoor Club of SJ. 9.9 miles. A comfortable pace of 3 mph with a break for lunch. This loop includes Pakim Pond and Lebanon Fire Tower. Space limited. Meet at Ong’s Hat trailhead, just off Rte 72, west of intersection with Rte 70. Leaders, Paul Baumhauer: 609-706-3676, Baumhapa@aol.com; Valerie Danzey: 856-397-9519, VDanzey1@verizon.net. Native Plant Sale – May 7 & 8. 10am-4pm, Sat; 12-4pm, Sun. Stop by the Nature Center and pick-up a few plants, we’ll even help you choose which plants will work best for your yard. Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge, 4 Sawmill Rd, Medford. Registration required: CedarRun.org. Spring Bike Trail Ride – 11am-2:30pm. Join us for a 10-mile guided mountain bike ride. Bring bike, eye protection, water and snacks. Ages 14 & up. Helmet required for all ages. Free. Batsto Village, Wharton State Forest. More info: 609567-4559.

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Free Community Day at Liberty Lake – 11am4pm. Features boating, fishing, laser tag, mini-golf, basketball, street hockey, GA-GA, rock climbing and art projects. Also, a Charity Softball Tournament, a Tricky-Tray Auction, a Kids’ Game Zone and dozens of local merchants. Admission free. Liberty Lake, 1195 Florence-Columbus Rd, Bordentown. LibertyLakeFoundation.org. Reiki Levels 1 & 2 Certification Class – 11am6pm. Both levels in a 1-day class. Be attuned to both levels, learn history and principles of reiki, chakra and aura scanning, self-healing and healing others, distant healing, and give their first Reiki session. $265. Genesis Spiritual Healing & Metaphysical Center, 1632 Rte 38, Lumberton. 609-456-3888. Registration required: GenesisSpiritualHealing.com. Animal Welfare Association Adoption Event – 12-4pm. Come meet some of our adorable, adoptable pets. Bring happiness home. Petsmart Deptford, 2000 Clements Bridge Rd, Woodbury. 856-424-2288. Adoptions@awanj. org. awanj.org.

SUNDAY, MAY 8 Eckankar HU Song and Worship Service – 10am-12pm. Come learn about, experience and share the spiritual insights and upliftment gained by singing HU, a love song to God. It will be followed by the Worship Service that includes a reading, singing HU, followed by a discussion on this month’s topic: The Creative Spirit of Soul. Open to all spiritual backgrounds and faiths. Free. Acu-Health Center, 100 W Camden Ave, Moorestown. More info: 609-261-0019.

TUESDAY, MAY 10 Soul Talk – 10:30-11:30am. With Tricia Heiser. Different topics each class; they will always be uplifting, soul-fulfilling and help you to better understand that you are, in fact, a spiritual being having a human experience. Topic: Inner Guidance, how to access it and learning to listen to it. The Sanctuary for Yoga, 43 S Main St, Medford. 609-953-7800. To register: TheSanctuaryForYoga.com. Free Public Education Workshop – 6:45-8pm. Stress & Fatigue: Adrenal Health & You. Bring a friend. Free health screenings upon request. Natural Health Improvement Center of South Jersey, 1050 Kings Hwy N, Ste 200, Cherry Hill. RSVP: 856-667-6805 or Info@ nhicsouthjersey.com. Plant Swap – 7-9pm. With Horticultural Society of South Jersey. Come and share your plant abundance with members and guests. Suggested plants include houseplants, seedlings, seeds, bulbs, succulents and cacti, water plants and clean garden tools in good condition. No invasive, sick or insect-infested plants. Please ID your plant and list growing instructions. Free. Carmen Tilelli Community Center, 820 Mercer St, Cherry Hill. More info: 856-816-8508 or HSSJ.org.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 11 Canoe/Kayak The N. Branch Rancocas Creek – 10am. With the Outdoor Club of SJ. Paddle 10 miles from the trailhead behind Burlington

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County Community College to Smithville. Participants must be ready to shuttle at 10am so arrive early to unload your boat and gear. Rentals not available. Meet at the Canoe Trail launch ramp on W Rancocas Rd, off Rte 530, Pemberton. Leader, Frank P: Hornet71@verizon.net. Heart and Soul: Cardiac Support Group – 4:306pm. Professionally facilitated support group. Education and information aimed at improving and maintaining cardiac health. Together we solve problems, share emotions, adjustment and advice. Free. Virtua’s Rohrer Center for Health Fitness, 2309 Evesham Rd, Conference Center, Voorhees. Register: 888-847-8823 or Virtua.org. Pollinators and Your Garden – 6:30pm, sign in; 7pm, talk. Presented by Rutgers Master Gardeners of Camden County. Learn about the ideal plants to draw beautiful birds and insects into your garden. Speaker: Tom Potterfield, Master Gardener, class of 2010. $10/ household. Camden County Parks Environmental Center, 1301 Park Blvd, Cherry Hill. Pre-registration suggested: 856-216-7130, NJGarden@CamdenCounty.com or Camden. njaes.rutgers.edu/garden. Evening Contemplation and Tea – 7-8:30pm. Includes guided meditation, liturgy with prayer requests and group discussion over tea. Suggested donation $5. Pine Wind Zen Center, 863 McKendimen Rd, Shamong. 609-268-9151. PineWind.org. Yosemite: Nature & Culture – 7:30pm. Presented by Kath Ogden, author and professor of art history at Stockton University. Learn the cultural history of the spectacular California valley; the geology, environmental issues, art and the discovery of the valley. Kate will have a few copies of her book available for purchase. Sierra Club Meeting. Haddonfield Friends School, Meeting Room, 47 N Haddon Ave, Haddonfield. Facebook.com/WestJerseyGroupNJSC.

THURSDAY, MAY 12 New Jersey Pinelands Commission Monthly Meeting – 6pm. The Pinelands Commission is the state agency that oversees conservation and development within the Pinelands boundaries. They hold a regular monthly meeting that is open to the public. 15 Springfield Rd, Pemberton. Pinelands Preservation Alliance: 609-8598860. Agenda: State.nj.us/pinelands. Eden Energy Medicine Study Group – 7-8:30pm. Learn Donna Eden’s Daily Routine and other techniques to keep your energies balanced and healthy. Based on Eden’s Energy Medicine book, led by Elsie Kerns and Paula Anderson, EEM Advanced Practitioners. No prior experience needed. $15. Acu-Health Center, 100 W Camden Ave, Moorestown. More info, Paula: 856-222-9444 or Acu-HealthCenter.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 14 Sustainable Camden County Green Garden Fair – 10am-2pm. A day of fun and learning for the whole family. Includes 2 talks by Mike McGrath of You Bet Your Garden, a rain barrel workshop and guided nature walk. Camden County Environmental Center, 1301 Park Blvd, Cherry Hill. For more info: 856-216-8216 or CamdenCounty. com/Events/2016-Green-Garden-Fair.

Nonprofit Gardening Groups at the Camden County Green Garden Fair – 10am-3pm. Sustainable Cherry Hill’s Garden Task Force which will also be having a plant swap so bring healthy, non-invasive plants, Horticultural Society of South Jersey, GMO Free NJ, Camden County/ Cherry Hill Chickens, Tri-County Sustainability Alliance and the South Jersey Organic Gardeners Club. Camden County Environmental Center, 1301 Park Blvd, Cherry Hill. More info: 856-816-8508. REI Bike Fest 2016 – 10am-4pm. Learn bike and road safety from licensed cycling instructors. Bring the little ones out for Cynergy Cycling’s Kids Bike Rodeo where kids can learn to ride and improve their bike handling skills. Day also includes clinics, demos and more. Free. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton. 856-810-1938. rei.com/stores/marlton.html. Free Intro to Svaroopa Yoga – 1:30-3pm. If you are looking for an effective relief from back pain and a deeper sense of peace discover Svaroopa Yoga. A gentle style of yoga that unravels tensions and stress. With Yoga Therapist and Yoga for Living Owner Rhonda Leone. 6 ongoing drop-in classes available/week. Private sessions also available. Yoga for Living, 1926 Greentree Rd, Cherry Hill. Registration required: 856-4047287. YogaForLiving.net. Sound, Vibration and Energy Healing with Carman & Cleo – 2-4pm. Honor the present moment. Bring yourself to a state of peaceful oneness by letting go of energetic blocks. Meditation, tuning forks, Tibetan singing bowls and reiki are incorporation into this fun and interactive gathering. $30. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379. TheCenterLifeInBalance@gmail.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 15 Mushroom Cultivation Workshop: Fungi 101 – 12-4pm. With GMO Free NJ and local naturalist Keara Giannotti. Keara will lead a foray to discover wild mushrooms. Learn about different edible mushrooms and how to cultivate them. A hands-on workshop. Camp Creek Run, 199 Taunton Lake Rd, Marlton. More info & to register: 856-425-2221, GMOFreeNJ.com/events/ fungi0516. Group Clearing and Light Grid Activation – 6-8pm. With Lisa O’Brien. Receive an energetic clearing of our human filters/programs. As we release these denser energies from the system we can also heal karmic and past life issues, as well as, family lineages. $20/pre-registered; limited space. Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. 856-5461006. LiveInJoyYoga.com.

MONDAY, MAY 16 Monday Pizza Ride – 9:30am. With the Outdoor Club of SJ. Social easy pace (C+/B 15-17mph) ride with optional breakaways and a lunch break. No one gets dropped. 40-50 miles. A pleasant ride. Help find the best pizza in South Jersey. Leader, Jim M: theor98@hotmail.com. Free Public Education Workshop – 6:45-8pm. Mental Health: The Gut-Brain Connection. Bring a friend. Free health screenings upon request. Natural Health Improvement Center

of South Jersey, 1050 Kings Hwy N, Ste 200, Cherry Hill. RSVP: 856-667-6805 or Info@ NHICSouthJersey.com.

TUESDAY, MAY 17 Live Well, Live Strong: Diabetes Support Group – 7-8:30pm. Support group facilitated by certified diabetes educators. Learn about the newest advances in self-management and treatment. Share tips and coping techniques. Family and friends welcome. Free. Virtua Health and Wellness Center, 239 Hurffville Cross Keys Rd, 2nd Fl Conf Rm, Sewell. Register: 888-8478823 or Virtua.org. Breastfeeding Class – 7-9pm. See May 3 description $10/couple. Virtua Voorhees, 100 Bowman Dr, Garden Level/Holman CC, Voorhees. Registration required: 888-847-8823 or Virtua.org.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 18 Happiest Baby on the Block – 10-11:30am. New parents will learn the step-by-step process to soothe the fussiest infant in minutes and help baby sleep longer. Babies should attend with you. Taught by a certified Happiest Baby instructor. $40/couple includes instructional DVD, soothing sounds CD and swaddle blanket. Virtua Voorhees Hospital, 100 Bowman Dr, Garden Level/Holman Conference Ctr, Voorhees. Register: 888-847-8823 or Virtua.org. Spiritual Discussion Class – 3-4pm. Learn techniques to open your awareness of your spiritual life beyond the physical. Join us in this month’s topic: Exploring Out-of-Body Experiences. Free. Moorestown Community House, 16 E Main St, Moorestown. For more info: 609-261-0019. Family Camping Basics – 6:30-8pm. Have you wanted to try camping with your family but don’t know how to get started? We will cover the basics including: how to be comfortable camping, gear and equipment and family fun activities. Free. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton. Register: 856-810-1938, rei.com/ stores/marlton.html. Find Your Park – 6:30-8pm. Join REI as we help you Find Your Park and discover the best spots to recreate locally along with the firsthand knowledge you will need to enjoy your time on the trails. Free. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton. Register: 856-810-1938, rei.com/ stores/marlton.html. Facial Reflex Therapy – 7pm. Join Laura Knopp of Massage by Laura to learn about a relaxing and therapeutic way to balance the energy in your body. Those who suffer with headaches, muscle pains, asthma, cancer, diabetes and brain injury have shown to benefit from this therapy. Children who have learning disabilities, ADHD and autism have had tremendous results. Free. Hosted by the Women’s Wellness Connection of SJ. Sponsored by DeCotiis Chiropractic Wellness. LourdesCare, 1 Brace Rd, Cherry Hill. RSVP, Judy: 609-2212285 or Tammy@Wellness4Living.com. Beginners Meditation and Mindfulness Class – 7-9pm. Designed for both the beginner and the more seasoned practitioner. Includes brief instruction on Zen meditation and Zendo etiquette, periods of seated and walking meditation followed by a dharma talk. Suggested donation $5.

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THURSDAY, MAY 19 Saint of the Month with Antonia Anastasia and Michael McQueen – 7-8:30pm. Get to know your inner saint and manifest your soul’s purpose. Saints are divine entities who love and guide you on the journey of enlightenment so you can live the life God intended for you. $20. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379. TheCenterLifeInBalance@ gmail.com.

light of a full moon and explore Shakespeare Rock, Devils Pool and the Fingerspan Bridge. Rugged terrain. Sturdy shoes required. No pets. Inclement weather may cancel Meet at the Golf Course parking lot at Henry Ave & Walnut Ln. Leader, Rich Kranz: 856-316-6292. An Evening with Seijaku Roshi – 7-9pm. Join us for an evening of thought-provoking, heart-opening and ultimately life-changing discussion presented by Pine Wind’s Zen Master. $15/individual, $25/spouses, partners. Pine Wind Zen Center, 863 McKendimen Rd, Shamong. 609-268-9151. PineWind.org.

Laughter Yoga – 7-8pm. A simple yet uplifting practice of breathing, laughing and exercising all our laughter muscles that lifts our mood and energizes the body. A fun workout. Family friendly. Offered monthly. $13/drop-in, $10/senior/ student. Yoga for Living, 1926 Greentree Rd, Cherry Hill. 856-404-7287. YogaForLiving.net.

Sound Healing and Gong Bath – 7-9:30pm. Join Devpreet Kaur for a sound extravaganza with 40+ vibrational healing instruments. Clear and balance every chakra, associated organ and endocrine gland during this powerful chakra-specific crystal sound healing and gong bath. $30 or $50/couple. Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. Preregistration required: 856-546-1006. LiveInJoyYoga.com.

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Spring Botany Tour at Saddler’s Woods – 10am-12pm. Walk will cover the emerging signs of spring, with a special focus on spring wildflowers. Led by Saddler’s Woods Conservation Association Director of Forest Management Robyn A. Jeney. $2/person. Saddler’s Woods, 250 Macarthur Blvd, Haddon Township. 856869-7372. SaddlersWoods.org.

Connect with Nature: Beastly Neighbors – 1:30-3pm. We all live with wildlife on a daily basis, but do we know anything about the habits and lifestyles of these exciting creatures? Weather permitting, program will include a short hike. Free, but donations encouraged. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton. Pre-register: 609-261-2495, RancocasNatureCenter.org.

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Naturalist-Led Saturday Walk – 10:3011:30am. Join an RNC naturalist for a themed hike around the preserve. Suitable for adults and interested teenagers. Free, but donations encouraged. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton. Pre-register: 609-2612495, RancocasNatureCenter.org. Complete Crystal Healing Class – 11am-6pm. Become a Certified Crystal Healer in this 1-day, accelerated learning class. Learn basic and advanced crystal healing layouts, techniques, and perform a full crystal healing session on a fellow classmate. $265. Genesis Spiritual Healing & Metaphysical Center, 1632 Rte 38, Lumberton. 609-456-3888. Registration required: GenesisSpiritualHealing.com. Animal Welfare Association Adoption Event – 12-4pm. Come meet some of our adorable, adoptable pets. Bring happiness home. Petsmart Marlton, 315 W Rte 70, Marlton. 856-424-2288. Adoptions@awanj.org. awanj.org. 15th Annual Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife – 4-9pm. Enjoy wine and cheese pairings, whiskey samples, microbrews and gourmet beer samplings. Food provided by premier restaurants and caterers in the Medford area. Music, entertainment, basket raffles, silent and live auctions. Cedar Run’s wildlife ambassadors (owls, hawks and vultures) will be in attendance. All proceeds benefit Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge. Must be 21+. $65/individual, $110/couple. Flying W Ranch, 60 Fostertown Rd, Medford. Tickets: 856-983-3329 x 100, Kathy.Cantafio@ CedarRun.org or CedarRun.org. Full Moon in the Wissahickon – 6pm. With the Outdoor Club of SJ. 6.5 miles. Moderate pace. Travel from golf course to Yellow Trail. Short break at the Valley Green Inn and then under the

Candlelight Restorative Yoga – 6-7:30pm. With Nicole DeSantos & Linda Sheehan. Let go, look in and center yourself. Go deep with gentle supported poses using bolsters, blankets and pillows. Restorative yoga creates profound shifts in the nervous system, allowing a physiological shift to deep restfulness and well-being. Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. 856-546-1006. LiveInJoyYoga.com. Full Moon Night Hike – 8-9:30pm. Enjoy a guided hike under the light of the full moon to visit nocturnal habitats that are home to wildlife that emerge after dark. Age 8 & up. $10/ person. Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge, 4 Sawmill Rd, Medford. Registration required: CedarRun.org.

TUESDAY, MAY 24 Bike Maintenance Basics: Level 1 – 6:30-8pm. Routine bike maintenance keeps you riding smoothly and prolongs the life of your bike. Join us for this introductory class to help you take care of your bike. Free. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton. Register: 856-810-1938, rei.com/ stores/marlton.html.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 25 Pineland Research Series: The Coyote in New Jersey – 10-11am. Talk by Andrew Burnett a biologist with the NJDEP Bureau of Wildlife. Pinelands Commission, 15 Springfield Rd, New Lisbon. More info: 609-894-7300 or nj.gov/ pinelands/science/pinesseries. Newborn Massage – 6:30-7:30pm. Parents of newborns up to three months old learn how to use nurturing touch to promote physical and emotional growth in their children. Learn about

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communication with their baby, how to listen with all senses, healthy bonding practices and interpreting signs of overstimulation. $30/couple. Virtua Voorhees, 100 Bowman Dr, Garden Level/Holman Conference Ctr, Voorhees. Register: 888-847-8823 or Virtua.org. Free Holistic Health Webinar – 7-8pm. Thermographic Diagnostic Imaging/Health through Awareness presents James Galgano, DC, a skilled practitioner whose primary focus is on finding and addressing the root cause of disease. Topic: How Advanced Spinal Care Can Help You Heal Naturally at Any Age. For more info or to register: 856-596-5834 or tdinj.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 26 Growing Herbs – 7pm. Program at the monthly meeting of the South Jersey Organic Gardeners’ Club. Free. The Whitman-Stafford Farmhouse, 315 Maple Ave, Laurel Springs. For more info, Gwenne Baile: 856-816-8508 or SJOrganicGardeners@gmail.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 28 Wilderness First Aid with WMI & REI – May 28-29. 9am-5pm. REI has partnered with the Wilderness Medicine Institute of NOLS to offer a 2-day course that will teach the wilderness medicine skills needed to recreate with confidence. $225/member, $255/nonmember. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton. Register: 856810-1938, rei.com/stores/marlton.html. 2016 NJ Renaissance Faire – May 28 & 29, June 4, 5, 11, 12. 10am-6pm. See Jacques Ze Whipper (Jack Lepiarz) seeks to whip into the record books. Festival features a wide variety of entertainment, food, and wondrous activities. Liberty Lake, 1195 Florence-Columbus Rd, Bordentown. More info: NJRenFaire.com. Developing the Gift of Mediumship – 11am6pm. Learn how to develop one’s gift as a medium and provide professional mediumship sessions. Learn about spirit guides, how to connect to the spirit world and deliver loving messages from loved ones on the other side. $265. Genesis Spiritual Healing & Metaphysical Center, 1632 Rte 38, Lumberton. 609-456-3888. Registration required: GenesisSpiritualHealing.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 29 Angel Healing Class – 11am-6pm. Students meet their spirit guides, learn the angel hierarchy, the attributes and purpose for each Archangel, chakra clearing, cord cutting, and energy healing

with the Archangels, perform angel card readings, and perform an angel healing session on fellow classmates. $265. Genesis Spiritual Healing & Metaphysical Center, 1632 Rte 38, Lumberton. 609-456-3888. Registration required: GenesisSpiritualHealing.com.

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Memorial Day on the Mullica – 10am. With The Outdoor Club Of SJ. Line up for the paddle parade on the Pine Barrens most expansive and beautiful river for kayaking. Atsion to Pleasant Mills, 11 miles. No rentals. Should have experience with river paddling for a duration of 12 miles along a twisty and turny route; about 6 hrs of paddling, independent of rest periods. RSVP on Meetup. Meet at Atsion Ranger Station Parking Lot. Leader, Vicki S: 856-3413901, RavingWriter@gmail.com.

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Hands-On Bike Maintenance: Drive Train – 6:30-8:30pm. Join our certified bike techs to learn about your drive train as well as how to inspect, maintain and adjust front & rear derailleurs to make sure your ride is as smooth as possible. $45/member, $65/nonmember. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton. Register: 856810-1938, rei.com/stores/marlton.html.

plan ahead SATURDAY, JUNE 4 Mom’s Morning Out – 8:30am-1pm. Presented by Virtua. A day designed moms of children under age 12. Receive expert advice to reinvigorate yourself and your family, followed by an inspirational presentation by Carrie Contey, PhD, internationally recognized parenting coach, author and educator. $30 before May 6; $35 after. The Hamilton Manor, 30 Rte 156, Hamilton Township. Register & more info: 888-VIRTUA-3 or Virtua.org/Conference. Rock4Paws – 12-6pm. Live music, food, beer garden ($5 entry), fun and adoptable pets. Benefits Paw It 4ward. Free admission. Indian Acres Tree Farm, 111 Tuckerton Rd, Medford. Rock 4PawsFest.com.

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SUNDAY, JUNE 5 Transformation of Body, Mind & Spirit – 1-5pm. Enjoy a sumptuous feast of energy with a dream team of masters. Four seasoned gurus share their first-hand knowledge and skills of harness energy for health and spiritual transformation. William Ting (tai chi, Silver Tiger); Siobhan Hutchinson (Energy Medicine, NextStep Strategies); Wendy Talis (Hatha & Ashtanga Yoga) and Dr. Luke Jih (feng shui & vipassana meditation). Pre-registration $55/ preregistration, $65/at door. Burlington. Space limited, register: 609-752-1048 or Siobhan@ NextStepStrategiesLLC.com.

TUESDAY, JUNE 7 Diabetes Expo – 6:30-8pm. Come out for free support, education, and meet representatives from diabetes product companies. See demonstrations of the newest glucose meters, insulin pens and insulin pumps. Talk with a Virtua Certified Diabetes Educator to learn more about diabetes and services available. Healthy recipes & food samples. Door prizes & give-a-ways. Free. Virtua Health and Wellness Center, 401 Young Ave, Moorestown. Register: 888-847-8823 or Virtua.org.

MONDAY, JUNE 13 Healing with Integrative Medicine – 6-7pm. Meet board-certified integrative medicine physician, Polina Karmazin, MD, and learn how acupuncture, biopuncture and homeopathy can encourage the body’s natural healing abilities without the side effects of conventional medications. Save up to $100 off your first treatment by attending this session. Private info sessions also available. Free. Virtua’s Barry Brown Health Education Center, 106 Carnie Blvd, Voorhees. Register: 844-8966367 or Virtua.org.

SATURDAY, JUNE 18 Permaculture Design Course – June 18-26. Have you ever considered becoming a certified Permaculture Designer? This is your opportunity to learn from the NJ native and Permaculture expert Wayne Weiseman as he teaches this comprehensive course. $800/person; lunches provided. Egg Harbor Township. Space limited; register: 609-8393454 or grantholway@gmail.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8 The Virtua Women’s Conference – 8am-2pm. This rejuvenating day includes expert-led health sessions, wellness and beauty experiences and much more. Sessions geared toward women over age 40; topics on menopause strategies, stress reduction and weight management, followed by an uplifting keynote presentation by Mel Robbins, life coach, talk show host and award-winning author. $35 before Sept 2; $40 after. Crowne Plaza, 2349 W Marlton Pike, Cherry Hill. Register & more info: 888-VIRTUA-3 or Virtua.org/Conference.

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daily Private Integrative Medicine Info Session – Schedule a free private 15-20-min information session with either integrative medicine physician Polina Karmazin, MD, or board-certified acupuncturist Cathleen Wright, MSAc. Learn about the proven benefits of acupuncture, biopuncture or homeopathy and how they can help treat arthritis, carpal tunnel, fibromyalgia, anxiety and so much more. Receive a free gift when you schedule your first treatment. Virtua Center for Integrative Medicine locations in Voorhees, Moorestown & Sewell. 844-896-6367. Virtua.org.

sunday Sunday Morning Program – May 1 & 15. 9-11am. Includes a brief instruction on Zen meditation and Zendo etiquette followed by seated and walking meditation and Dharma talk. Suggested donation $5. Guests encouraged to arrive by 8:45am. Pine Wind Zen Center, 863 McKendimen Rd, Shamong. 609-268-9151. PineWind.org. Sundays on Station with Sustainable Haddon Heights – Thru Oct. 9:30am-1pm. Each week the group will be having demonstrations on various aspects of sustainability and gardening. Stop by the table after you make your purchases at the market. For each reusable bag you have used, receive an entry into the weekly contest. 600 block of Station Ave, Haddon Heights. SustainableHaddonHeights.org. Meditation – 10am. Joyful Gathering Spiritual Center, 215 Highlands Ave, Ste C, Haddon Township. 856-780-5826. Metaphysical Development Circle – 2nd & 4th Sun. 1pm: Training class clairvoyance, higher awareness, mediumship. 2pm: Meditation and Messages. Drop-ins welcome. Medium/Author Robert Egby. Donations appreciated. 13 Wynwood Dr, Pemberton. Seating limited: 609-3515878. See Bulletin Board at Robert-Egby.com. Meditation for Inner Peace – 1-2pm. With Meditation Teacher, John Baker. Drop-ins welcome; no experience necessary. $10/class. Collingswood Community Center, 30 Collings Ave, Collingswood. 267-702-3817. MeditationInSouth Jersey@gmail.com. MeditationInSouthJersey.org.

powerment with positive affirmation and martial arts, joy of movement through dance arts and healing arts through mindful movement. For all levels. $13/drop-in, $10/senior, student. Yoga for Living, 1926 Greentree Rd, Cherry Hill. 856404-7287. YogaForLiving.net. Group Meditation with Drew – 6:15pm. $5 suggested donation. Samma Vayama Well-Being, 12 Girard Rd S, Glassboro. Register: svwb.org. Group Hypnosis & Discussion – 6:30-8pm. 2nd Mon. While in a relaxed state, your subconscious is coached to accept new positive and uplifting thoughts about yourself and your life and filled with thoughts of hope and trust, opening your mind to infinite possibilities. $15. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379. TheCenterLifeInBalance@ gmail.com. Monthly Meditation/Mini-Workshop – 6:308:30pm. 1st Mon. Explore meditation, energy education/topics and reiki. Please arrive on time so the meditation is not disturbed, and refrain from alcohol the day of the workshop. $15. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379. TheCenterLifeInBalance@ gmail.com. Working Session Meeting: Sustainable Haddon Heights – 7pm. 1st Mon. Meetings are open to all interested volunteers. Haddon Heights Public Library, lower level, 608 Station Ave. SustainableHaddonHeights.org.

tuesday Back to Basics Yoga – 10am. With Bonnie Hart. Class begins with meditation. Then moves into simple stretches, building to postures that tone and firm the body while relaxing the mind. Each

posture targets specific chakras/energy centers of the body so that the entire energy system is rebalanced. Concludes with deep relaxation. Provides stress relief and rejuvenation. Yoga for Living, 1926 Geentree Rd, Cherry Hill. More info: BonnieHart.org. Slow Hatha Flow with Jess – 12:15pm. $5 suggested donation. Samma Vayama Well-Being, 12 Girard Rd S, Glassboro. Register: svwb.org. Gentle Yoga – 6:30-7:30pm. A practical and realistic practice, using straightforward poses and clear alignment cues to developmental and physical confidence and awareness. Class touches on the natural world and its seasonal changes. Sol Yoga, 1351 Rte 38W, Hainesport. 267-664-3236. SolYogaNJ.com. Yin/Vin Flow – 7-8:15pm. With Karin Otto. A fusion of yin yoga and vinyasa flow. Yin uses long-held relaxed floor postures to stretch and stimulate the deep connective “Yin” tissues of the body. Vinyasa allows us to then flow into the fluidity of our “Yang” practice. The Sanctuary for Yoga, 43 S Main St, Medford. 609-953-7800. To register: TheSanctuaryForYoga.com. Moorestown Walks – 7:30pm. 1st Tues. With Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Approx 3 miles. Moderate pace. Different routes through Moorestown’s historic streets. A walk on suburban streets and sidewalks to stretch the legs after work on a mid-week night with good company and conversation. Meet across from the Moorestown Library on 2nd St in the Municipal Parking Lot. Leader, David Bicking: 609-3322109, dbickin@yahoo.com. ocsj.org.

wednesday Early Dawn Meditation – 5:30-7am. 1st & 3rd week of the month, Wed-Fri. Start your day off right. Come sit and meditate with us and for the entire time or any part of it. Donations appreciated. Pine Wind Zen Center, 863 McKendimen Rd, Shamong. 609-268-9151. PineWind.org.

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monday Yoga Flow All Levels – 9:45-10:45am, Mon, Wed, Fri. Build strength, increase flexibility, improve posture and release tension. An active class where poses creatively flow from one to the next, synchronizing breath with movement. A great all-purpose class. Sol Yoga, 1351 Rte 38W, Hainesport. 267-664-3236. SolYogaNJ.com. Nia Dance – 5:30-6:30pm. A fun uplifting cardio dance fitness class that incorporates self-em-

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Breastfeeding Support Group – 11am-12:30pm. An informal gathering of mothers and nursing babies. A certified lactation consultant available to answer individual questions. Free. Virtua Memorial Hospital Conference Center, 175 Madison Ave, Mt. Holly. 888-847-8823. Mid-Day Meditation – 12pm. Also held Fri. Join us for a 10-min meditation. On Wed the focus is love; on Fri, peace. Each week we raise the love and peace vibration personally and globally. Treat yourself to a mid-week refresher. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379. Group Meditation with Drew – 12:15pm. $5 suggested donation. Samma Vayama Well-Being, 12 Girard Rd S, Glassboro. Register: svwb.org. Breastfeeding Support Group – 2-3pm. An informal gathering of mothers and nursing babies. A certified lactation consultant available to answer individual questions. Free. Virtua Voorhees, Garden Level Conference Center, 100 Bowman Dr, Women and Children’s Entrance, Voorhees. 888-847-8823. Sustainable Cherry Hill’s Green Drinks – Thru June. 6-8pm. 1st Wed. Networking focused on creating a sustainable South Jersey community. The Farm & Fisherman Tavern + Market, 1422 Marlton Pike E, Cherry Hill. 609-2383449. SustainableCherryHill.org. Meditation for Everyone – 7-8pm. With Buddhist Monk, Gen Kelsang Tenzin. Drop-ins welcome; no experience necessary. $10/class. Collingswood Community Center, 30 Collings Ave, Collingswood. 267-702-3817. MeditationInSouthJersey@gmail.com. MeditationInSouth Jersey.org. Lettering Arts – 7-8:30pm. With Maureen Peters. All skill levels welcome to learn the art of calligraphy and to create unique pieces using brush work, resists, embossing, stamping and more. Supplies provided. Free. Woodbury Public Library, 33 Delaware St, Woodbury. 856-8452611. WoodburyLibrary.org.

thursday Mindful Movement & Meditation – 10:3011:45am. With Lori Volpe. Explore the sensations of the body and how the movements affect

the body. Go deep inside and learn to listen to your inner voice. Meditation techniques taught and explored. The Sanctuary for Yoga, 43 S Main St, Medford. 609-953-7800. To register: TheSanctuaryForYoga.com. Mommy & Me Yoga – 1:15-2:15pm. With Ceiara Panetta. Enjoy this special time connecting and bonding with your new little one. Also, giving you the chance to be around other new moms. Feel free to bring an infant carrier, although, it is not necessary. The Sanctuary for Yoga, 43 S Main St, Medford. 609-953-7800. To register: TheSanctuaryForYoga.com. Yoga Basics for Beginners – 6-7pm. Learn and experience the integrative benefits of yoga for the mind, body, and “sol.” Sol Yoga, 1351 Rte 38W, Hainesport. 267-664-3236. SolYogaNJ.com. Mysore-Style Ashtanga Yoga – 6-8pm. With Sarah LaFleur. In this traditional ashtanga yoga class practitioners receive individualized instruction in a group setting. Beginner’s package: $40/3 classes; regular class cards $75/5 classes. Drop-ins discouraged and interested attendees must reserve space. Sol Yoga, 1351 Rte 38W, Hainesport. Register: SarahLaFleurYoga@ gmail.com. SarahLaFleurYoga.com. Vigorous Vinyasa with Carly – 6:15pm. $5 suggested donation. Samma Vayama Well-Being, 12 Girard Rd S, Glassboro. Register: svwb.org. Mindfulness Meditation Class (MBSR) – 7-8pm. With Lori Volpe. Research shows that mindfulness meditation practice can restore emotional balance, reduce stress and greatly improve health. With practice one can discover new relaxed ways of responding to life’s challenges. $13/drop-in, $10/senior, student. Yoga for Living, 1926 Greentree Rd, Cherry Hill. 856404-7287. For additional Mindfulness Classes: YogaForLiving.net. Kundalini Yoga – 7-8:30pm. With Livshabad Kaur. Awaken your spirit and discover your true potential with kundalini yoga. Kundalini is a powerful spiritual energy that lies with us all. Kundalini yoga helps you unlock this energy. The Sanctuary for Yoga, 43 S Main St, Medford. 609-953-7800. To register: TheSanctuary ForYoga.com.

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friday Ayurvedic Yoga for Beginners and Beyond – 9:30-10:45am. Class designed for the beginner as well as those wanting to deepen into the fundamentals of ayurvedic yoga. Explore fundamental yoga postures and philosophies of ayurvedic yoga in this ongoing class in an easy, informative, safe and relaxed way. $10. Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. 856-546-1006. LiveInJoyYoga.com. Yoga & Crystal Bowls – 10am. With Bonnie Hart. Class begins with meditation. Then moves into simple stretches, building to postures that tone and firm the body while relaxing the mind. Each posture targets specific chakras/ energy centers of the body so that the entire energy system is rebalanced. Concludes with deep relaxation to the sound of crystal bowls. Yoga for Living, 1926 Geentree Rd, Cherry Hill. More info: BonnieHart.org. Mid-Day Meditation – 12pm. See Wed listing. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379. Friday Nite Fitness Hike – 7pm. Brisk pace, 8-10 miles. Work up a sweat exploring the sand roads and trails of Brendan Byrne State Forest. Be prepared to walk at an average of 3.5 mph, with few breaks. Meet at the Campground, Glass House and Coopers Rd, Woodland Township. Leaders, Bob Hodges: RLHHLR@aol. com. ocsj.org.

saturday Collingswood Farmers’ Market – Thru Thanksgiving. 8am-12pm. Rain or shine. Between Collings & Irvin aves along Patco. CollingswoodMarket.com. Burlington County Farmers’ Market – May 14Oct 29. 8:30am-1pm. Rain or shine. Locally grown produce, prepared foods, artists, weekly cooking demonstrations, family-friendly entertainment. 500 Centerton Rd, Moorestown. BurlCoAgCenter.com. Saturday Morning Flow with Carly – 9:15am. $5 suggested donation. Samma Vayama Well-Being, 12 Girard Rd S, Glassboro. Register: svwb.org. Refresh and Renew Yoga – 10:15-11:15am. Start your weekend by clearing out the chaos and stressors of the week. Class will guide you through a flowing series of purifying and restorative postures. All levels. Sol Yoga, 1351 Rte 38W, Hainesport. 267-664-3236. SolYogaNJ.com. Pet Adoption Day – 11am-2pm. PetsMart, 62 Centerton Rd, Mount Laurel. More info, Burlington County Animal Alliance: BCAAofNJ.org. Taste of May – Thru May. 12-4pm. Join us for a sampling of seasonal deliciousness. A minimum of 5 sampling stations throughout the store. Whole Foods Market Marlton, 940 Rte 73 N, Marlton. 856-797-1115.

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Natural Health Improvement Center of South Jersey 1050 N Kings Hwy, Ste 200 Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 856-667-6805 NHICSouthJersey.com

Safe, natural solutions for many health problems. Get to the root of your symptoms and heal your body with Nutrition Response Testing™. Sarah Outlaw is a Master Herbalist and Advanced Nutrition Response Testing Practitioner offering a non-invasive, advanced form of muscle testing for food sensitivities, chemical and metal toxicity, and immune system issues for all ages. Individualized, targeted nutrition programs designed for every client. See ad, page 25.

HEALTH COUNSELING LIESHA GETSON, BCTT, HHC Health Through Awareness 100 Brick Rd, Ste 206, Marlton 856-596-5834 HealthThroughAwareness.com

Liesha Getson is a Board-Certified Thermographic Technician, Holistic Health Counselor, a Reiki Master and Energy Practitioner. Liesha is a founding partner of Health Through Awareness in Marlton, a cooperative wellness center that provides a variety of alternative services to facilitate healthy living including nutrition and lifestyle counseling, Reiki, thermography, infrared detoxification and biopuncture. See ad, page 8.

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Health Through Awareness 100 Brick Rd, Ste 206, Marlton, NJ 08053 856-596-5834 Health Through Awareness takes a holistic approach to health and wellbeing. Dr. Philip Getson is a boardcertified Family Physician and certified by four Thermographic Boards. He specializes in thermography, an early diagnostic tool for many health conditions including breast health. With the mission of providing a balanced approach to wellness, the center offers diet and lifestyle counseling, thermography, the area’s most unique infrared detox sauna (The POD), Reiki, a smoking cessation program, physician standard supplements and ongoing wellness classes. See ad, page 8.

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Hypnoanalysis and Sound Healing can be of great help with stress and anxiety relief, memories, limitations, blocks, fears and obsessions. We rebuild positive values including selfconfidence, self-worth, living now and imaging goals. Help provided with mindfulness and self-hypnosis training, higher self and spirit communication. Appointments: days, evenings, weekends.

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Experience and learn simple yet effective pain relief methods in individual or group sessions. Dr. Atkins’ advanced muscle release treatment and self-care education DR. STEVEN HORVITZ has proven published results for the Institute for Medical Wellness past decade. Other services include 110 Marter Ave, Ste 408, Moorestown, NJ certified manual lymph drainage, 856-231-0590 and relief for various chronic conditions. See ads, DrHorvitz.com pages 9 and 35. Board-Certified Family Medicine blending traditional family care with a holistic focus and preventive, nutritional and integrative People may hear your words, approach. We look for causes and but they feel your attitude. triggers for disease before reaching for the prescription pad. Same and ~John C. Maxwell next day appointments are available. See ad, page 10.

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NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING JAMIE MOUNT, CHHC, BSED

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TRANSFORMATION FACILITATION ANDREW J. ASSINI, MA, LCADC Conscious Contact 12 Girard Rd., Glassboro, NJ 08028 856-863-3549 ConsciousContact.org

Assini, a licensed addictions counselor and transformation specialist, blends wisdom traditions & practices with empirically-supported psychotherapeutic interventions to provide a holistic and spirituallygrounded healing experience for motivated individuals seeking to recover, change & transform. Visit ConsciousContact. org for more information. See ad, page 14.

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