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he June issue is dedicated to the men and fathers in our lives. We focus on health and well-being for them. Writer Melanie Laporte offers an insightful path to wellness in “Nature’s Toolbox: The Key to Prostate Health,” an up-to-date report on the latest approaches to treating and preventing some major problems associated with this tiny yet highly important gland.

Men far too often delay wellness visits and flat out ignore symptoms. This took my own father’s life when he was much too young, as esophageal cancer had permeated his robust frame by the time he Michelle Vacanti, Publisher addressed it.

One thing that eased my own suffering regarding my father’s passing was his spiritual commitment. He accepted his prognosis with peace and grace, and as an intensely religious man, he knew that death only meant the return to God. I am always comforted by a sentiment of his regarding the cancer: “Michelle, I could beat this thing, or not. Either way, I win.”

We profile local author, John Sambalino, who reflects on his own spiritual evolution in a compelling new book: Is God in that Bottle Cap? A Search for Truth. It’s the first on my summer reading list! And finally, Chris Bruno offers inspiration to fathers with his personal essay, “Fatherhood’s Pain and Glory: We Must Face Our Own Story First.”

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New Book on Meditation and Spirituality Receives Rave Reviews

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s God in That Bottle Cap? A Search for Truth, by John D. Sambalino, is a true life story of the personal quest for spiritual enlightenment and the many benefits of meditation, based on the author’s 44 years of daily meditation, more than 40 years of yoga and tai chi, and more than 20 years of qigong.

“We live in very stressful times,” says the South Jersey author.

“While this book can help you learn how to release stress naturally through meditation, it is not a ‘how to’ book and it does not teach you meditation.” It addresses “how meditation can relieve stress and help to make you a happier, healthier, more productive person,” adds Sambalino.

Among the book’s many favorable reviews includes one by Vijayendra Pratap, Ph.D., president of the Yoga Research Society, who says, “I would love to see this book in the hands of practitioners of all paths for self-realization.” And Kirkus Reviews states, “… readers should certainly enjoy this absorbing book. A lively and intensely readable story of one man’s use of a variety of spiritual practices to reveal the nature of reality.”

Given its positive reception, Is God in That Bottle Cap?, published by Vanishing Circle Press, is sure to make a great summer read and should be at the top of one’s summer reading list.

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retreat full of gorgeous mountains and fresh, pure mineralized waters will be held August 9 through 15 at the Cherokee Indian Reservation, in Cherokee, North Carolina. Hosted by Lisa O’Brien, of Bliss Body Connection, and Paul Zorbalas, this will be an experience attendees will never forget.

The retreat includes lodging in a cabin with mountain views; 12 meals; morning yoga and meditation; drumming; the Clingmans Dome lookout; Mingo Falls and Indian Creek Falls; the Mountain Farm Museum; the Oconaluftee River Trail; Route 441 overlooks and trails; a presentation of the drama Unto These Hills by the Indian people; the Oconaluftee Indian Village; and Oconaluftee Park tubing and swimming.

For more information or to reserve a spot, call O’Brien at 856-261-0554 or visit L-i-g-h-t.org.

Permaculture Workshop at Old Pine Farm Natural Lands Trust

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oin Certified Permaculture Designer Elizabeth Kligge at Old Pine Farm Natural Lands Trust on June 16 at 2 p.m. for a permaculture workshop, part of their Walk in the Wild series. Permaculture (derived from permanent agriculture) is the design and maintenance of agricultural systems that have the diversity, stability and resilience of natural ecosystems. It is a multidisciplinary approach, incorporating agriculture, water harvesting, energy, natural building, forestry, waste management, animal systems and aquaculture. The philosophy behind it is one of working with, rather than against, nature.

In this permaculture short course, attendees will be distilling lessons found within a typical 72-hour permaculture design course. The presentation will culminate in several hands-on design exercises. The workshop will be held both indoors and out, weather permitting, but the presentation will be held rain or shine.

Attendees are asked to bring gardening gloves and to meet at the Willoughby House at the end of Pine Avenue, off Good Intent Road, in Blackwood Terrace. There is an additional small parking lot available at the end of Rankin Avenue, one block from Pine Avenue. Carpooling is recommended.

Cost: Free. Location: 340 Pine Ave., Deptford. For more information, call Charles White at 856-217-9138. Visit Facebook for possible changes and directions.

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“This book is an amazing source of information for anyone researching the definitive relationship that nutrition bears upon our health,” states Ty Bollinger, author of Cancer – Step Outside the Box. The link between alkalinity and cellular oxygen was clearly defined and the frequent question, ‘What should I do and what should I stop doing?’ was clearly addressed. [It’s] well organized and contains truth, despite the fact that it contains information that is not widely known and could be considered ‘outside the box’. Having written a book on cancer treatments myself, I was impressed with Mr. Wright’s thoroughness and clarity. I honestly believe that whether or not you have cancer, this book is a must-have!”

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ryo facials are a great way to help break down collagenase. Collagenases are enzymes that break the peptide bonds in collagen. A cryo facial helps to stimulate one’s natural collagen production by increasing blood flow to capillaries; it tightens skin, reduces inflammation, smooths fine lines and gives a natural glow.

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New Location for Gary’s Gem Garden

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fter 47 years in Cherry Hill, Gary’s Gem Garden is moving to a new location in Mount Laurel this July. Conveniently located on Route 38, the new store will be minutes off of Interstate 295 and just 10 miles north of the current location.

The family-run business, owned by Gary and Denise Weinstein, offers quality-sourced minerals, rocks, fossils, meteorites, jewelry, shells, crystals and more, as well as repairs for fine and cosGary Weinstein tume jewelry.

Customers can enjoy significant savings on the current inventory at the present location through June 22 when the doors at 404 East Route 70 will close. “We need to lighten our moving load,” says Denise.

The new store at 3119 Route 38 will open on July 8, with many special opening promotions.

For more information, call 856-795-5077 or visit GarysGemGarden.com. See ad on page 21.

Animals and Divine Love – Exploring Our Spiritual Connection

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ckankar in New Jersey is offering a discussion on Animals and Divine Love – Exploring Our Spiritual Connection, from 10 a.m. to noon on June 15. The event will be held outdoors, rain or shine, under the Laurel Acres Pavilion at Mt. Laurel Township Park.

Those of us that have had a pet or have been around animals, may already know that they have a great capacity for love.

In sometimes surprising ways, animals teach, heal and open our hearts to a deeper understanding of life and provide unconditional, divine love.

People are invited to come listen, share their insights and stories and learn ways to become more aware of the interconnectedness of all living things. Refreshments and fellowship will follow the discussion.

Cost: Free. Location: 1045 S. Church St., Mt. Laurel. For more information, call 800-870-9139 or visit Eckankar-NJ.org/events/.

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The Horticultural Society of South Jersey Presents Buds, Blooms, Berries and Bark – Native Plants for Multiple Seasons of Interest

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oin the Horticultural Society of South Jersey on June 11 at 7 p.m. at Carman Tilelli Hall with Kathleen Salisbury, director of the Ambler Arboretum of Temple University.

Frequently in New Jersey, space in our yards is limited. We must be choosy when it comes to plant selection. Salisbury’s rule is “If I can’t eat you, you must be interesting in at least three seasons to live in my yard,” and so she started collecting native plants with multiple seasons of interest. Sometimes this Kathleen Salisbury requires thinking differently about a plant’s features, and it always results in a more dynamic landscape. Salisbury will cover some of her favorite native trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants that delight throughout the year while challenging us to redefine interesting.

Cost: Free. Location: 820 Mercer St., Cherry Hill. For more information, call 856-287-5959 or visit hssj.org.

Mystic Ginger Wins 2019 Sustainability Award

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ystic Ginger is proud to have been selected as the 2019 Gloucester Township Sustainability Award winner. “It is an honor to be nominated and acaknowledged for our sustainability efforts,” says owner Kellie D’Ascenzo. “Mystic Ginger is conscious of the brutal impact the beauty industry has had on our Earth and we are making every effort to create an awareness of how we can all strive to make beauty beautiful.”

As a Green Circle Salon member, honorable, eco-friendly practices are the very core of Mystic Ginger. The hair care brand Mystic Ginger uses, Davines, creates all of its products with a zero carbon footprint and only with renewable energy sources. Through Green Circle, Mystic Ginger utilizes a salonwide effort of recycling and repurposing: Hair is sent to make hair mats that soak up oil spills in the ocean; excess color is recycled to extract clean water and is properly disposed of rather than ending up in our water supply; and foils, color tubes and other metals are shipped to Green Circle to be recycled rather than ending up in landfills.

In addition, all of Mystic Ginger’s apothecary products are handcrafted utilizing wild-harvested, homegrown and organic ingredients and its product packaging is all recyclable and eco-friendly.

Location: 102 S. Black Horse Pike, Blackwood. For more information, call 856-563-6634 or visit MysticGingerApothecary.com. See ad on page 31.

Yoga Workshop on Sun Salutations

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irtua Center for HealthFitness– Moorestown Second Sundays Yoga Workshop Series will continue from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 9 with instructor Stavroula “Toula” Grivas.

Workshop participants will explore and demystify the breath or pranayama practice and its importance of coordinating breath with movement to optimize health benefits in the practice of suriya namaskar, which means saluting the sun.

Guidance will be geared toward helping participants find and understand what they need in their practice.

Sun salutations are an ancient foundational practice used to heal and/or enhance the physical body by improving posture; lengthening the spine; increasing muscle strength; and improving mobility in joints, lung health and mental focus. Sun salutations can be modified for every level of yoga, from beginner to advanced.

This workshop is for those that are curious about movement from posture to posture; find themselves asking, “When do I inhale and exhale?”; want to take their practice to the next level; or are looking to gain a new or different perspective on cuing for their own teaching.

Cost: $20 for members; $30 for nonmembers. Registration is required; space is limited. No refunds are available, due to limited class size. Location: 401 Young Ave. For more information or to register, stop by the member services desk or call 856-291-8800. See ad on page 3.

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Is God in That Bottle Cap? An inspirational guide to leading a life of spirituality

A true life story of the personal quest for spiritual enlightenment and the many benefits of meditation, based on the author’s 44 years of daily meditation, more than 40 years of yoga and tai chi, and more than 20 years of qigong

I would love to see this book in the hands of practitioners of all paths for self-realization.

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Imbibe Less to Lower Blood Pressure Even moderate alcohol consumption—seven to 13 drinks a week—increases the risk of high blood pressure, according to a new analysis of the health records of 17,000 U.S. adults. Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center researchers found that the average blood pressure among nondrinkers was about 109/67, among moderate drinkers 128/79 and among heavy drinkers 153/82, based on data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for the years 1988 to 1994. The higher readings could be the result of alcohol’s affect on the brain and liver, or because it raises caloric intake, partly by increasing appetite, say the researchers.

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Eat Med Diet to Boost Performance What we consume can boost our body even in the short term, a new study from St. Louis University shows. After eating the Mediterranean diet for just four days, athletes ran faster than after eating a Western diet. In the study, published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition, seven women and four men ate one of two diets for four days: the Mediterranean, with its emphasis on whole fruits and vegetables, nuts, olive oil and whole grains, or the Western, high in trans and saturated fats, dairy, refined sugars, refined and highly processed vegetable oils, sodium and processed foods. After a nine-to-16-day break, they followed the other diet.

The athletes exercised on a treadmill for five kilometers after each diet and were found to have run 6 percent faster after following the Mediterranean diet, despite similar heart rates and perceived levels of exertion.

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Regardless of the type of protein consumed, lowcarb diets significantly increase the risk of atrial fibrillation (AFib), according to a study presented at the latest annual meeting of the American College of Cardiology. Analyzing the records of almost 14,000 people over a 20-year period, researchers found that diets such as Atkins, ketogenic and paleo, which emphasize protein instead of fruits, vegetables and grains, boosted the risk of AFib by 18 percent compared to diets with moderate carb intake. Researchers theorize that consuming less produce and fewer grains may aggravate inflammation, while eating high amounts of protein and fat may increase oxidative stress. Both conditions are linked to AFib, in which the heart beats irregularly, potentially causing palpitations, dizziness and fatigue. It’s also linked to a five-fold increase in strokes.

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Moderate Carbs May Lower Heart Risk

For those that don’t move vigorously throughout the day—whether stuck behind a desk or lying on a couch in front of a screen— there’s good news in a recent American Cancer Society study: Replacing just 30 minutes a day of stationary time with such moderate physical activities as brisk walking and dancing reduces the risk of dying over 14 years by a whopping 45 percent. Even light activities such as walking slowly, playing pool and doing housework like vacuuming for half an hour reduce mortality risk by 15 percent.

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This is possible because thermography detects physiological changes (e.g., blood flow and inflammation) when they are still at a cellular level. Consider the fact that long before there was a tumor, there were cancer cells starting to grow. Two cells, four cells, 16, 144, etc. Get to 1 billion cells, in about eight to 10 years, and cancer has already eroded into the lymphatic and venous systems, shedding cancer cells all through the body.

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Heavy rains, leaky pipes and floods can lead to mold growth, which can create poor and even toxic indoor air quality. Irritating the eyes, skin, nose, throat and lungs of both mold-sensitive and non-allergic people, mold can also cause immediate or delayed respiratory symptoms; some can be extremely severe in individuals prone to asthma.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warns that people with a weakened immune system are at higher risk of health effects from mold, which can also instigate a chronic cough. Toxic reactions can include pulmonary hemorrhaging in infants and memory loss in young children.

A roof leak, burst pipe or malfunctioning water heater can all set the stage for mold to take root, sometimes hidden behind walls and cabinetry. Even in homes that haven’t been damaged by excessive water, mold can be found wherever humidity levels are high, including basements, garages and showers. Proper ventilation and repair of leaky fixtures can help keep mold growth at bay.

According to the CDC, mold growth can be removed from hard surfaces with soap and water. Natural antimicrobials such as plain white vinegar and baking soda are also powerful cleansers; tea tree oil is a natural, antibacterial and antiseptic fungicide that can kill black mold on impermeable surfaces.

Remediation of extensive mold growth on drywall and other permeable building materials is best left to professionals to arrest its spread and prevent toxic spores from becoming airborne. There are many companies that use eco-friendly “green” methods and materials.

If choosing to go the DIY route, sequester the area to be worked on and use specialized HEPA filters and a respirator to avoid inhaling spores. Use protective goggles and gloves throughout the entire process.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency suggests that surface sampling may be useful to determine if an area has been adequately cleaned or remediated.

Sampling for mold should be conducted by professionals that have specific experience in designing mold sampling protocols, sampling methods and interpreting results.

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Plants for Pain

by Bill Reneau

n last month’s issue, I shared that I grew up in Belize and that my mom and the community had used plant remedies for all sorts of ailments and that these traditions had been passed down for generations. I wanted to share during the next several months how using these traditional remedies can help with such areas as pain, anxiety and sleep.

This month, we will focus on “pain”.

As you can imagine, pain can have many causes; however, inflammation in our bodies is the number one reason why we can experience pain. So, what causes inflammation? The answer is rather complicated as inflammation is not necessarily a bad thing because our body creates it as a part of the healing process for many temporary conditions and injuries. The problem arises when our bodies are in a state of inflammation and we further exacerbate it by eating foods that perpetuate inflammation.

Eating healthy is too general a term; we must dig deeper in understanding our own unique physiology because this is a personal journey. Increasing the amount of certain plants in our daily diet can do wonders for our overall health. Two such examples are ginger and turmeric root. Both can be used fresh, in powder or dried form and can be prepared in a variety of ways that can help in decreasing inflammation. You can also use a variety of herbal extracts including Hemp CBD or Boswellia along with teas and spices such as white willow bark, black pepper, green tea, devil’s claw and Mojave yucca root. Eating more broccoli, wild caught fish, blueberries, pineapple and kelp will do wonders in getting to a healthier you. For a more detailed list of foods that decreases inflammation along with foods to avoid, go to EarthShack.org/ herbiary. Stay tuned for next month’s issue in which we will focus on anxiety.

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Homeopathic Treatment of Breast Cancer Therapy Side Effects

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But here is some good news: homeomedications, such as Tamoxifen or another pathic remedies can alleviate many of the estrogen receptor blocker, for about five symptoms caused by taking an estrogen years to prevent recurrence. Some experireceptor blocker and help the person get ence significant side effects that frequently back to important things, such as enjoyaffect their quality of life with symptoms ing life again, while continuing to take the such as hot flashes, muscular pain, stiffness medicines. and anxiety. In some cases, the symptoms

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Kyle Anderson PERSONAL TRAINER

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As a fitness specialist/personal trainer, my primary responsibility is to guide and educate my clients on how to improve their health, fitness and performance level. This involves in-person workouts, working one-on-one, prescribing exercise “homework” and also monitoring client nutrition.

What are the primary benefits to your clients?

In the short term, my clients benefit from achieving the goals they set for themselves, whatever they may be. For some that means losing weight, for others it means getting stronger. Everybody’s definition of success is different and it’s my job to help guide them towards the result they are looking for.

What inspired you to enter this field?

I entered this field to satisfy my curiosity about the potential of the human body. I was a very active child and I had a decent athletic ability, but I never excelled because

I wasn’t very strong. Eventually, I became insatiably curious about the human body and how I could manipulate it to perform at the level I wanted. I decided to pursue this in college and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science. Then the more I learned, the more I needed to learn, and it became an endless cycle of learning and adjusting that I’m still pursuing today.

How long have you been in practice and what areas of specialty interest you?

I have been practicing for about five years now. I enjoy working with all different types of people but my specialty is working with endurance athletes like marathon runners, triathletes and others. I have an endurance sports background myself and I enjoy how many factors go into developing a program for an endurance athlete.

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Warming up means more than just swinging a club.

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Author John D. Sambalino Shares His Spiritual Path in New Book

by Ellen Kershner

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e survived a rattlesnake bite through meditation, learned with yoga pioneer Amrit Desai in India and practices Transcendental Meditation, Sudarshan Kriya, tai chi, qigong and hatha yoga two to three hours a day.

What local author John D. Sambalino really wants to do, though, is enlighten others about the underlying matrix of the entire physical universe, which he refers to as the Ultimate Truth, Pure Consciousness, or what some may call “God.”

His new book, Is God in That Bottle Cap? A Search for Truth, that was published in May, is a great summer read for anyone that wants to embark upon a personal journey of spiritual understanding and better health. He wrote it to motivate others by teaching about the true nature underlying everything in the universe. Sambalino uses his personal experiences, storytelling, parables and metaphors to encourage us to seek this Truth for ourselves, and he presents a vehicle—meditation—to help carry us towards our goal.

Background

Sambalino was born in Buffalo, New York, and moved to South Jersey when he was 12. Growing up, he felt that things around him didn’t feel “quite right.” Listening to the teachings in church, he could not understand why Jesus was born as this perfect being while he was stuck in a “human body.” In college he began reading about 24

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karate, yogis in India, and Zen Buddhism.

He has traveled the world, studying ancient teachings and scripture, and methods of selfrealization. He has also studied with Art of Living founder Sri Sri Ravi Shankar and Maharishi Mahesh Yogi.

He started meditating more than 40 years ago and friends have been encouraging him to write about spirituality and meditation for many years. Is God in That Bottle Cap? was written to give others motivation and direction for exploring enlightenment. The book promotes the practice of meditation.

“Meditation calms the mind and body, and allows you to experience the unseen world that surrounds you,” he explains. Here he quotes Jesus, who said, “The Kingdom of Heaven Lies within.”

The Meaning of the Book’s Title

While living in Charleston, South Carolina, he met a Christian minister who told him he should go to church. Sambalino happened to look down and saw a bottle cap on the ground. He turned to the minister and asked, “Is God in that bottle cap?” The minister did not have an answer, but Sambalino explained that God must be there if he exists everywhere.

Sambalino was in Florida in 1979 when he stepped on a five-foot rattler and received 11 puncture wounds in three toes.

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blood pressure, poor respiration and a blackened foot. He meditated for an hour, becoming 100 percent stable. His doctor couldn’t believe it, and later said that John was the only patient he had ever treated for a rattlesnake bite that didn’t require surgery to repair damage to tissue.

Meditation: Like Taking a Shower and Other Metaphors

He likened meditation to taking a daily shower: You take a shower and you live your life. The same can apply to meditation: You do your daily meditation and you live your life—all the changes happen from the inside out. “You don’t have to shave your head or wear orange robes,” he laughs.

Through his book, he is not trying to instill beliefs; he wants to let readers know that there is something else going on besides what their senses are picking up, and whatever it is, it is worth checking out.

He compared this to telling friends about a Hawaiian vacation. “You can tell people how great Hawaii is and give them advice about ways to get there and where to stay.

The next steps are up to them.” Another example he cites is a banana. “You can explain what a banana tastes like, but words cannot convey the taste. People need the actual experience of tasting a banana for themselves.”

Transcendence

He is highly focused on understanding what is going on in the universe and knows that others can also experience this transcendental reality, thus improving their happiness and health. He believes that three main factors contribute to making people healthy: what they put into their bodies, proper exercise and stress relief. He explains that 75 to 90 percent of all doctor visits are for stress-related illnesses, including cancer, heart problems and mental health issues.

Although having a drink or gardening may appear to have a calming effect, stress can actually be reduced by meditating. It removes stress, strengthens the nervous system, controls anxiety, enhances wellbeing and can make life a “billion times better.”

The Future

In addition to being a published author, he is a retired lawyer turned venture capitalist, involved with startup companies. He is married and has four adult children, plus a beautiful new granddaughter. He spends his free time reading, traveling and paddleboard surfing. Although writing Is God in That Bottle Cap? is the most rewarding thing he has ever done, he is satisfied for the time being. He may write another book, but has no immediate plans to do so. We’ll just have to wait and see what the universe has in store for him.

Ellen Kershner is a freelance writer from Marlton. Connect at Linkedin.com/In/ Ellen-Kershner-0325646/.

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Brain-Savers Smart Strategies for Preventing Dementia

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ith 5.8 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease, there’s no shortage of advice on how to enhance, preserve and restore brain function. Judging from the assortment of brain training games and apps to the multitude of books promising ways to avoid or even reverse dementia, a growing number of aging Americans want to know the best strategies for preventing and treating cognitive decline and memory loss.

Prevention: A ‘No-Brainer’

As with any disease, prevention throughout the life cycle is key, but especially important for Alzheimer’s—the leading cause of dementia worldwide. According to the 26

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Alzheimer’s Association, the illness is considered a slowly progressive brain disease that begins well before symptoms emerge.

Despite predictions that the number of afflicted Americans will reach nearly 14 million by 2050, there are no drug cures.

David Perlmutter, M.D., a board-certified neurologist based in Naples, Florida, and an editorial board member of the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, summarizes a recent study evaluating the effectiveness of currently available Alzheimer’s medications. “Not only were Alzheimer’s patients who were taking these drugs not gaining any benefit, but their rate of cognitive decline was worsened when they were on the Alzheimer’s medications,” thus making lifestyle risk reduction even more critical.

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Martha Clare Morris, Sc.D., a nutritional epidemiologist at the Rush University Medical Center, in Chicago, and author of Diet for the MIND: The Latest Science on What to Eat to Prevent Alzheimer’s and Cognitive Decline, says, “Given that Alzheimer’s disease is known as an oxidative-inflammatory disease, there has to be a dietary influence.”

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Dale Bredesen, M.D., a professor in the UCLA Department of Neurology and author of The End of Alzheimer’s: The First Program to Prevent and Reverse Cognitive Decline, has studied the disease’s neurobiology for decades. He believes drug therapies have failed because scientists neglected to focus on why individuals develop the disease in the first place. He emphasizes, “Alzheimer’s is not a single disease,” even if the symptoms appear to be the same. Bredesen says it’s the result of the brain trying to protect itself from multiple metabolic and toxic threats.

Bredesen developed the ReCODE (reversal of cognitive decline) protocol, an ambitious, comprehensive and personalized therapeutic program that includes genetic, cognitive and blood testing, plus supplements and lifestyle improvements, including stress reduction, improved sleep, diet and exercise. With the goal of identifying and treating the individual’s pathway to disease, ReCODE addresses fixing five key areas he believes form the underlying origins and progression of Alzheimer’s disease: insulin resistance; inflammation/infections; hormone, nutrient and nerve growth factors; toxins; and dysfunctional nerve synapses.

The Lancet International Commission on Dementia Prevention, Intervention and Care also advocates multiple points of action. By addressing nine “potentially modifiable risk factors” throughout the lifespan, the commission says, “More than one-third of global dementia cases may be preventable.” These factors include maximizing education in early life; controlling hypertension, obesity and hearing loss in mid-life; and in later life, managing depression and diabetes, increasing physical activity and social contact, and not smoking.

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From two decades of research involving more than 10,000 people, Morris developed the MIND diet, which stands for “Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay”. It’s a hybrid of the Mediterranean and DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diets, modified to include specific components from each that offer the most protection against dementia. Morris identifies 10 brain-healthy dietary components: leafy greens, vegetables, berries, whole grains, nuts, seafood, poultry, beans and legumes, olive oil, and one glass of wine per day; plus five unhealthy components to limit: sweets and pastries, red meats, fried and fast foods, whole-fat cheese and butter or margarine containing trans fat.

Morris found those individuals that most closely followed the dietary recommendations lowered their risk for Alzheimer’s disease by as much as 53 percent, while those following the diet moderately well showed a reduction of about 35 percent.

Morris acknowledges a number of common aging-related, yet treatable, conditions that can cause “dementialike symptoms,” including low thyroid hormones and vitamin B12 deficiency. She also identifies specific brain-protective compounds including vitamins E, B12,

folate and niacin, plus lutein, omega-3 fatty acids, beta carotene and flavonoids found in colorful fruits and vegetables, tea and nuts.

She is currently testing the MIND diet, plus a mild calorie restriction on 600 individuals 65 to 84 years old living in Boston and Chicago; results are expected in 2021. The Alzheimer’s Association is also recruiting individuals for a new lifestyle intervention study.

Aarti Batavia, a registered dietitian based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and a certified practitioner of functional medicine trained in the ReCODE protocol, says, “Diets that are good for the heart are good for the brain.” But she also warns that many common medications such as statins, antihistamines, some antidepressants and proton pump inhibitors (that reduce stomach acid, which is required for absorbing vitamin B12) can increase the risk for dementia.

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As we continue to discover how genetics, environment and lifestyle factors intersect, take the following smart steps to promote longevity and vibrant brain health:

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n The Alzheimer’s Association diet study: Tinyurl.com/AlzheimerAssociationDiet n Beyond Pesticides: BeyondPesticides.org n Blue Zones: BlueZones.com n Brain Health Education and Research Institute: BrainHealthEducation.org n ConsumerLab.com: assesses effectiveness and safety of supplements conducive to brain health. n Glycemic index and load: Tinyurl.com/GlycemicIndexAndLoad n Integrative Environmental Medicine, edited by Aly Cohen, M.D., and Frederick vom Saal, Ph.D. n Food Sleuth Radio interviews: Tinyurl.com/Food-Sleuth-Radio Aarti Batavia: to be posted on Food Sleuth site this month Brenda Davis: Tinyurl.com/BrendaDavisInterview, Tinyurl.com/BrendaDavisOnFoodSleuth Brenda Davy: Tinyurl.com/BrendaDavyInterview Teresa Martin: Tinyurl.com/TeresaMartinInterview, Tinyurl.com/TeresaMartinAudio Martha Clare Morris: Tinyurl.com/MarthaClareMorrisInterview David Perlmutter: to be posted on Food Sleuth site this month Dorothy Sears: Tinyurl.com/DorothySearsInterview

About Wheat and Other Grains When considering whether to restrict or include grain in one’s diet, consider the following: n Individuals with celiac or non-celiac gluten sensitivity should avoid wheat and other gluten-containing grains such as barley and rye. n According to nutritional epidemiologist Martha Clare Morris, diets rich in high-fiber whole grains, including wheat, decrease inflammation and oxidative stress, and improve cognition. She says, “Diets higher in fiber are linked to lower rates of diabetes and heart disease,” both of which increase risk of dementia. n Author Brenda Davis’ “grain hierarchy” promotes whole, intact grains as key in controlling blood sugar. n Whole grains are high in vitamins E and B, which protect against cognitive decline. n Dr. David Perlmutter, who supports high-fiber diets, but advocates avoiding gluten, warns against shopping in the gluten-free aisle. Foods there might not have gluten, he says, but they’re going to “powerfully raise your blood sugar.” n Choose organic grains to avoid exposure to pesticide residues.

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the risk for dementia. Brenda Davis, a registered dietitian in Vancouver, British Columbia, and author of The Kick Diabetes Cookbook: An Action Plan and Recipes for Defeating Diabetes, advises reducing the glycemic load of the diet by limiting refined carbohydrates and sugars, and eating a high-fiber, plant-based diet.

Dorothy Sears, Ph.D., a member of the executive committee of the Center for Circadian Biology at the University of California, San Diego, says it’s not just what we eat that matters, but when. She discovered multiple metabolic benefits, including reduced blood sugar, with prolonged nightly fasting—13 hours between the last meal at night and the first meal in the morning.

Brenda Davy, Ph.D., a registered dietitian and researcher at Virginia Tech, in Blacksburg, says hydration can influence blood sugar, weight and cognition, especially among middle-aged and older populations. She recommends drinking two cups of water prior to meals to moderate food intake.

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Focus on ‘good’ fats: Olive oil,

nuts, avocados, and omega-3 fatty acids found in fatty, cold-water fish protect both the heart and brain. Michael Lewis, M.D., based in Potomac, Maryland, recommends an “omega-3 protocol” to help his patients recover from traumatic brain injury, which can increase risk for dementia.

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mends cooking with brain-protecting herbs and spices such as turmeric, cinnamon, thyme and rosemary, which can help reduce inflammation and risk for dementia.

a hormone called brain-derived neurotrophic factor, which is responsible for stimulating neuron growth and protecting against cognitive decline.

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has historically separated the brain from the rest of the body. But research on the “gut-brain axis” shows there’s communication between our gut microbes and brain, plus direct links to neurodevelopmental disorders and dementia. “What goes on in the gut influences every manner of activity within the brain: the health of the brain, the functionality of the brain, the brain’s resistance to disease process and even mood,” says Perlmutter.

Both Perlmutter and Teresa Martin, a registered dietitian in Bend, Oregon, emphasize the importance of high-fiber plant foods that gut microbes need to produce beneficial, short-chain fatty acids to protect against inflammation, insulin resistance and “leaky gut”.

experts recommend adequate sleep— seven to eight hours each night—to restore body and mind.

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Exercise: Both Morris and Perlmutter recommend aerobic activities in particular, like walking, swimming and cycling, to improve blood circulation to the brain and increase the production of

Avoid environmental toxins:

Exposure to pesticides, pollutants and heavy metals such as lead, mercury and arsenic can increase the risk of neurodegenerative disorders, including Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Choosing organic food both reduces exposure to toxins and protects water quality and farmworker health.

Virginia Rauh, Ph.D., deputy director of the Columbia Center for Children’s Environmental Health, in New York City, spoke at the National Pesticide Forum in Manhattan in April.

She explains that of the 5,000 new chemicals introduced each year, “at least 25 percent are neurotoxic,” and even very low-level exposure can harm children’s neurodevelopment.

Socialize: In studies of “Blue Zone”

populations that enjoy longevity with low rates of dementia, social engagement appears to be the secret sauce for quality of life.

Melinda Hemmelgarn, the “Food Sleuth”, is an award-winning registered dietitian, writer and nationally syndicated radio host based in Columbia, MO. Reach her at FoodSleuth@gmail.com.

Dietitian Teresa Martin suggests:

n Strive to eat a wide variety of plant species and at least 30 grams of fiber every day (some cooked and some raw). n Limit “microbial assassins”, including refined carbohydrates and added sugar (no more than 25 grams or six teaspoons of added sugar per day); sugar substitutes; food additives such as polysorbate-80 and carboxymethylcellulose; smoking and vaping; chronic stress; antimicrobial soaps and sanitizers; antibiotics; proton pump inhibitors; high-fat diets; and processed meats. n Move every day for at least 30 minutes; don’t sit for more than 30 minutes and get outside. n Relax with yoga, meditation or mindfulness. n Sleep seven to eight hours each night.

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he prostate is about the size of a walnut, yet this tiny gland can be the source of major problems for many men. Most potential health risks are preventable and treatable with proper diet, lifestyle changes—and a new array of natural approaches.

Holistic and integrative practitioners are looking beyond traditional supplements like saw palmetto, lycopene, pygeum and green tea extract to treat common conditions such as enlargement of the prostate or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), which can develop as men grow older.

Rob Raponi, a naturopathic doctor in Vaughan, Ontario, sees men struggling with nocturia, an effect of BPH that wakes them during the night with the urge to urinate. “It interrupts your sleep, which accumulates and starts to interrupt your day,” says Raponi, who uses zinc-rich ground flax and pumpkin seeds to ease BPH urinary symptoms and inflammation. He’s also achieving positive results by utilizing combinations of rye grass pollen extract.

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with prostate cancer, the second-leading cause of male deaths in U.S. However, it’s also one of the most preventable cancers.

“The key is to make our body inhospitable to mutating cells which could form cancer that ultimately threatens your life,” says Lorenzo Cohen, Ph.D., director of the Integrative Medicine Program at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, in Houston. Part of the answer may lie in the human gut, which makes diet central to addressing prostate issues.

According to a recent review of research published in Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases, the microbiome—a community of microbes that supports digestion and the immune system—may influence prostate inflammation and the development of prostate cancer. “The microbiome’s ability to affect systemic hormone levels may also be important, particularly in a disease such as prostate cancer that is dually affected by estrogen and androgen levels,” it concludes.

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“A plant-centered diet with low-glycemicload foods feeds your microbiome, which is at its healthiest and will thrive when it’s fed healthy soluble fibers provided exclu-

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Antioxidants and plant nutrients counterbalance oxidative stress and damage, adds Cohen. “Cruciferous and bracken vegetables—raw kale, broccoli, Swiss chard, dark leafy greens and soy—invigorate the prostate. Also, a couple of Brazil nuts per day give a healthy dose of selenium to decrease risk factors.”

Jim Occhiogrosso, a Fort Myers, Florida-based natural health practitioner and author of Your Prostate, Your Libido, Your Life, notes that most incidences of prostate cancer are slow growing and not aggressive. “One of my first clients was in his early 80s, was diagnosed with prostate cancer, and treated it with only herbs.

Fifteen years later, in his mid-90s, he still has prostate cancer. He’s still doing fine and getting around, albeit slowly.”

Occhiogrosso says he uses herbal mixtures of saw palmetto, “which is a good supplement for beefing up the immune system—also solar berry, mushroom extracts, vitamin C and full-fraction vitamin E.”

Mark Stengler, a naturopathic doctor and co-author of Outside The Box Cancer Therapies: Alternative Therapies That Treat and Prevent Cancer, recommends a blend of five grams of modified citrus pectin, 200 milligrams of reishi mushroom and 1,000 milligrams of green tea extract taken two to three times per day, plus vitamin D.

The five-year survival rate for men diagnosed with prostate cancer is about 98 percent, and it’s been rising for the last few years. Early diagnosis is critical, says Raponi. “If you stop prostate cancer when it’s still in stage one or early on, the five-year survival rate is 100 percent, but if it’s later on, it starts to drop into the 70s.”

The same measures employed to prevent prostate issues—whole foods, natural herbs and regular exercise—should still be pursued, but more aggressively if cancer should develop. “The intensity becomes more salient after diagnosis,” says Cohen, “but we don’t need a diagnosis to up our game with healthy living.”

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handful of mushrooms a day just might keep the doctor at bay, according to a mounting body of research providing powerful evidence of the fungal kingdom’s abilities to promote health and fight disease.

“Mushrooms are pretty spectacular. All edible species benefit the immune system and together, support just about every system in the human body,” says Stepfanie Romine, an Asheville, North Carolina, health coach and author of Cooking With Healing Mushrooms: 150 Delicious Adaptogen-Rich Recipes that Boost Immunity, Reduce Inflammation and Promote Whole Body Health.

When Robert Beelman started doing nutritional research on mushrooms 20 years ago, they were touted for what they didn’t have: fat, calories, sugar, gluten and cholesterol. “Today, we can talk about all the good things they contain: fiber, protein, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other important micronutrients,” says the director of the Center for Plant and Mushroom Foods for Health at Penn State University.

Beelman’s research has focused on several micronutrients that are bountiful in mushrooms, including the amino acid ergothioneine, an antioxidant not found in significant amounts in any other plant-based food source. Ergothioneine levels decrease with age, and larger drops are associated with cognitive impairment, he says.

Several large epidemiological studies in Japan and Singapore have significantly correlated higher mushroom consumption with decreased rates of dementia. Countries where residents eat larger amounts of mushrooms also enjoy a higher average life expectancy, even after controlling for other variables, says Beelman.

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Cordyceps and reishi mushrooms are also adaptogens—botanicals used for centuries in Asian medicine to help the body adapt to stresses, regulate bodily functions and support the immune and adrenal systems, according to Romine.

Turkey tail is one such medicinal mushroom, a longtime treatment for cancer and other diseases in Asia. The tree-based fungus contains polysaccharide-K (PSK), that is believed to inhibit cancer cell growth and repair immune cell damage after chemotherapy. “Medicinal mushrooms have been approved adjuncts to standard cancer treatments in Japan and China for more than 30 years and have an extensive clinical history of safe use”, either alone or combined with radiation or chemotherapy, according to a literature review published by the National Institutes of Health National Cancer Institute.

Oyster mushrooms, another fungal superstar, contain cholesterol-lowering lovastatin, plentiful B vitamins and up to 30 percent protein, according to Paul Stamets, one of the world’s leading mushroom authorities. Oysters are also the most easily digestible mushroom, according to mycologist and herbalist Christopher Hobbs, author of Medicinal Mushrooms: An Exploration of Tradition, Healing & Culture. Hobbs’ 2017 article in HerbalGram, the peer-reviewed journal of the American Botanical Council, cites 122 different studies supporting the safety and efficacy of medicinal mushrooms such as oysters.

More Than a Pizza Topping There are myriad creative ways to incorporate mushrooms into a diet, says Romine, who recommends aiming for a half-cup daily cooked serving. “Mushrooms are nature’s sponges, and will take on the flavor of any sauce, so start simply and add sauces sparingly.”

She suggests sautéing mushrooms with a neutral oil, then adding wine or sherry and finishing with fresh herbs. Cooking with wine can help unlock the beneficial compounds the fungi contain, says Romine. Fresh or dried culinary mushrooms like oysters, shiitakes or maitakes can also be great additions to morning meals like savory oatmeal or tofu scrambles.

Powdered mushroom extracts, available online or in health stores, are an easy way to infuse meals with fungi’s beneficial properties. They mix well into everything from raw desserts and baked goods to teas and smoothies.

Whole mushrooms that are tough, like reishi and chaga, can be boiled to extract the healthful elements and consumed as a tea or used for soup broth. Romine says raw mushrooms are

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Creamy Old Bay King Oyster ‘Scallops’

hen marinated in classic Old Bay Seasoning and sliced into hearty rounds, king oyster mushrooms are a pretty convincing stand-in for scallops—especially once they’ve been seared and braised.

Corn furnishes a bit more heft, while artichokes lend their lightness and detoxifying properties.

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not as flavorful, digestible or nutritional as cooked.

While a mushroom-rich diet can help protect and promote health, Romine cautions that they are not a cure-all or a substitute for a healthy lifestyle. To address specific health concerns, she recommends working with a dietician or clinical herbalist to develop appropriate and effective ways to incorporate mushrooms into a health regimen.

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Yields: 4 servings

For the marinade

1 tsp kelp seasoning blend 2 tsp Old Bay Seasoning 2 Tbsp safflower oil or melted butter 1 Tbsp lemon juice 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar ⅛ tsp pepper

Know Your Fungi Many beneficial mushrooms are available in the wild, and some exclusively so.

Foraging for them can be rewarding, but proceed with caution; some edible mushrooms may have deadly lookalikes, so only forage with the help of a trained expert.

Health food stores and online vendors are good sources of mushroom powders or extracts, which have a long shelf life. Look for a manufacturer of 100 percent organic mushroom extracts and supplements. Many farmers’ markets also carry specialty mushrooms like king oysters, lion’s mane or others not easily found in grocery stores.

Not all mushrooms are created equal.

Button mushrooms and others in the Agaricus family are lowest in micronutrients like ergothioneine, with porcinis in the Boletus family yielding the highest, according to Robert Beelman, director of the Center for Plant and Mushroom Foods for Health at Penn State University.

Don’t expect magic from mushrooms, cautions author Stepfanie Romine; like most lifestyle changes or holistic treatments, it can take some months to yield results.

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For the “scallops”

2 (6-oz) packages king oyster mushrooms, sliced into ¾-inch rounds 1 Tbsp safflower oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup artichoke hearts 1 cup corn kernels (optional) ½ cup dry white wine 1 Tbsp butter 1 Tbsp heavy or cashew cream 1 Tbsp chopped flat-leaf parsley for garnish or prepared mashed potatoes or grits for serving Mix all marinade ingredients together in a container with a tight-fitting lid. Add the mushrooms, toss to combine and marinate for at least two hours. Remove the mushrooms and reserve the remaining marinade.

Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil, then sear the mushrooms on both sides, about two minutes per side, then add the remaining marinade, garlic, artichoke hearts and corn (if using it).

Deglaze the pan with the wine, scraping the bottom to loosen any brown bits.

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Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and the artichokes and corn are heated throughout.

Editor’s note: To make an organic substitute for Old Bay Seasoning: 1 Tbsp paprika 1 Tbsp ground bay leaves ½ Tbsp sea salt 1 tsp black pepper ½ tsp red pepper flakes ½ tsp white pepper ½ tsp allspice Recipe used with permission from Cooking With Healing Mushrooms: 150 Delicious Adaptogen-Rich Recipes that Boost Immunity, Reduce Inflammation and Promote Whole Body Health, by Stepfanie Romine.

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hen Denaye Barahona, of New York City, became a parent, she felt compelled to buy everything for her son. “We are inundated as a culture with so many products for our kids that it’s hard to differentiate what we need; it really wears us down,” she says.

While working on her Ph.D. in child development, Barahona discovered—both in research and personal experience—that kids actually thrive with less stuff. And so she began her journey toward minimalism by purging toys and clothes, eventually founding SimpleFamilies.com.

Cary Fortin and Kyle Quilici, of San Francisco, believe time is better spent experiencing life with people than managing, organizing, cleaning and buying things.

Their book New Minimalism: Decluttering and Design for Sustainable, Intentional Living is a call to adopt a more mindful life. Fortin says, “You decide first what you value, how you want to spend your days, how you want to feel, and then reflect these values in your physical space.”

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100 things; it’s about figuring out what brings value and purpose to your life and letting go of the rest,” says Atlanta’s Zoë Kim, author of Minimalism for Families: Practical Minimalist Living Strategies to Simplify Your Home and Life.

The Benefits

Time is precious, especially for parents.

More free time is gained when a toy collection is significantly reduced, but other benefits result, as well. A 2018 University of Toledo study published in Infant Behavior and Development suggests toddlers engage in more focused and creative play when faced with fewer choices. “Kids who previously tore through bins or who didn’t care about their belongings immediately begin engaging with toys more appropriately and for longer periods of time,” says Barahona, the author of Simple Happy Parenting: The Secret of Less for Calmer Parents and Happier Kids.

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and less choices to make, your mental state actually improves—you have more clarity and can focus better,” she says. “Because kids are so much more easily stimulated, they feel the impact of a chaotic room even more than adults.”

Minimalism also arms children with self-reflection tools and introduces them to the process of letting go and donating.

“They learn to ask ‘Am I enjoying this?

Could I repurpose it?’ while understanding that some things we can mend and enjoy for long periods of time, and other things we outgrow—which we can then give away,” says Fortin.

Where to Start

Experts agree that in family households, the shift toward minimalism should begin with the adults. “It gives them time to understand how the process feels and models the behavior for their children,” says Fortin.

Barahona streamlines her home by focusing on active spaces. “Active items are the things you use regularly, such as your two favorite pairs of jeans—not the 13 pairs you rarely wear.” When active and storage items accumulate in the same space, the need to sort through extra “stuff ” wastes time and energy, she says.

“We’ve all lost our keys when we’re already running late and then suddenly we’re yelling at our kids. Simplifying so we can prevent these scenarios positively impacts our mood and our ability to be present with our kids.”

Although the decluttering process starts with the parents, children should be involved as much as possible, and in a positive light. “Kids don’t like cleaning up, but with ongoing conversations and small consistent shifts, children see how less stuff can lead to more time for enjoyable activities,” says Kim.

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Establish rules for what can be stored, where and how much. Childhood keepsakes, artwork, craft supplies and school papers can accumulate quickly. Limit how much can be kept by designating a box for toys or a wall to display art. Digital photos allow the memories to be kept without taking up physical space.

Create a ‘Why’ Statement

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NONTOXIC LAWN CARE Protecting Pets and the Planet

by Marlaina Donato

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armer weather Anything that goes on izers seeps into surface has arrived, your lawn goes into water and groundwater, and so begins contaminating wells and your pet’s body. many homeowners’ annual spawning harmful algae quest for a well-nourished, ~Michele Yasson, DVM blooms; pesticides kill weed-free lawn. However, off more than 70 million the grass isn’t always greener—or healthier— birds each year in the U.S. alone; and bees using conventional approaches. and other pollinators are also succumb Turf grass covers up to 50 million ing to the toxic chemicals at an alarming acres of American land, and according to rate. the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Pets at Risk about 60 million pounds of synthetic Chemicals routinely used in lawn care are pesticides are used each year in yards and especially problematic for the family dog gardens, in addition to tens of millions or cat. “Animals are close to the ground, more pounds applied in parks, schoolyards and their feet touch the ground, so every and other public spaces. substance you choose to allow in your

Americans spend billions of dollars home and yard will affect them,” says Ashgrowing and maintaining manicured ley Geoghegan, DVM, of VetNaturally, in lawns resulting in a high price for pets, Mandeville, Louisiana. people and wildlife. Nitrogen from fertil-

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Opting for a toxin-free lawn helps grass roots to anchor deeply into the earth, making them less likely to fall victim to weeds, disease and drought. An organic lawn has beneficial microbes; helpful insects like ladybugs and lacewings thrive, while pesty insects decline.

Instead of chemical fertilizers and “natural” alternatives like borax, vinegar, garlic, essential oils and cocoa mulch, which can also be toxic to pets, try using grass clippings, seaweed, corn gluten meal, single-ingredient bone meal, diatomaceous earth or Bacillus thuringiensis (BT); all are better options.

Redefining beauty and working with nature can also have a positive impact. “Set a goal to gradually reduce the area of your yard devoted to grass, and begin to establish plants like butterfly bush or bee balm that support pollinators such as bees,” recommends Sandy Long, of Greeley, Pennsylvania, a knowledgeable pet parent and executive director of the nonprofit environmental education organization SEEDS (Sustainable Energy Education and Development Support).

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A study conducted by the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences at Purdue University concludes that common lawn chemicals like glyphosate, 2, 4-D and permethrin are linked to canine bladder cancer. A six-year study by the Foster Hospital for Small Animals at the Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine reveals that exposure to professionally applied lawn pesticides and herbicides increased the risk for canine malignant lymphoma by 70 percent.

In pets, chronic or sub-chronic exposure to conventional lawncare chemicals manifests as eye damage and thyroid, urinary and reproductive conditions. Feline gastrointestinal distress is also a consequence, and even indoor cats are at risk from contaminants brought into the home.

“Anything that goes on your lawn goes into your pet’s body. Pets walk through it, roll in it and then groom themselves,” says Michele Yasson, DVM, of Holistic Veterinary Services, in St. Augustine, Florida.

“Max, one of my canine patients, developed acute, life-threatening pancreatitis just hours after his yard had been treated by a commercial lawncare service.”

Simple Precautions

Simple precautions like removing shoes before entering the house, storing lawn products out of reach of pets and avoiding conventionally treated areas for at least 48 hours after application are paramount. Also: 4 Close windows during application.

4 Increase frequency of pet baths during spring and fall, when chemical application is highest.

4 Eliminate accumulation of water on lawns where pets might drink.

4 Leash pets during walks to keep them away from treated areas.

4 Wipe paws with a damp cloth after being outside.

After weighing alternatives, dog trainer Rebecca Porter, owner of Rosy Dogs, in Stoughton, Wisconsin, settled on prescribed burns, mowing and hand removal of invasive plants. “It works, and now my dog gallops safely through the waist-high grasslands. As for my yard, I enjoy the volunteer plants. It’s a decision all landowners can make.”

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Who am I as father? What does it mean to father? And finally, with the force of a left upper jab to the jaw: How was I fathered?

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Kirkwood Lake Cleanup – 10am-12pm. Help us protect natural habitats. Gloves and tools provided. Kirkwood Lake, take Rte 30 east, make left onto White Horse Rd, right onto Berlin Rd, left onto Pinelawn Ave. Meet at the end of the street. RSVP, Michael Hogan: 609-476-2086 or HoganPhoto@verizon.net. sjlandwater.org.

Healthy No-Bake Cooking Demonstration – 7pm.

By Alfrea Farms. 50% of healthcare costs are attributed to food-choice related illness. Join John W. Carson, a self-proclaimed “foodie,” as he demonstrates how to make a no-bake, no refined sugar breakfast or snack. Hosted by Women’s Wellness Connection of SJ. Sponsored by DeCotiis Chiropractic Wellness.

LourdesCare, 1 Brace Rd, Cherry Hill. Register, Judy: 609-221-2285 or Tammy@Wellness4Living.com.

Burlington County’s Annual Earth Fair – 10am4pm. Featuring vendors, entertainment for all ages, and kids’ activities with an environmental twist. Focuses on ways to protect and enjoy our environment.

Smithville Park, 803 Smithville Rd, Eastampton.

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Animal Welfare Association Adoption Event – 123pm. Come meet some of our adorable, adoptable pets. Bring happiness home. Petco Turnersville, 141 Tuckahoe Rd, Ste 130, Sewell. 856-424-2288.

Adoptions@awanj.org. awanj.org.

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; donations encouraged. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton. Preregister: 609-261-2495 or RancocasNatureCenter.org.

Kirtan – 7-9pm. With Wynne Paris, Founder of the Lovelight Yoga & Festival. His live performance combines kirtan chanting, American, jazz, gospel, blues and rock music, World Beat Rhythms and Raga Scales. $20/advance, $25/at door. Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon.

856-546-1006. LiveInJoyYoga.com.

SUNDAY, JUNE 2 Blueberry Music Jam – 11am-2pm. Stop into the historic village of Whitesbog to listen to the tunes of local musicians; the open music jam is acoustic.

Free. Whitesbog Preservation Trust, 120 W Whites Bogs Rd, #34, Browns Mills. 609-893-4646.

Whitesbog.org.

Bhakti the Future: Freedom-Style Yoga and Live Music – 3-5pm. With Marianne & Randy Sutin. Workshop combines meditation, asana and mantra for a unique and joyful practice suitable for all levels. $25/advance, $30/at door. Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon.

856-546-1006. LiveInJoyYoga.com.

TUESDAY, JUNE 4 Functional, Fit and Fun Class Series – Tuesdays, June 4-25. 5:30-6:30pm. Improve your functionality and become more fit while having fun in the process; and just in time for summer! Instructed

by Egoscue Institute certified Postural Alignment Specialist Deb Freeman. Come to any or all. $15/ class. Yoga for Living, 1926 Greentree Rd, Cherry Hill. Pre-registration suggested: 856-404-7287 or Rhonda@YogaForLiving.net.

The Holistic Chamber of Commerce, Cherry Hill-Moorestown Chapter Meeting – 7-9pm.

First meeting with our new president and she wants to get to know our members and talk about what the HCC has to offer them to make sure they’re getting the most out of membership. $5/member, $10/nonmember. Wallace Family Chiropractic, 103 Masonville Rd, Mount Laurel. Details: HolisticChamberOfCommerce.com/Moorestown.

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Guided Meditation – 7:30-8:30pm. Begin with a short discussion on the mind, bringing awareness to our thoughts and emotions, and realizing who we really are beneath all that, then be guided into a deep state of relaxation to relieve stress and tension from the body. $10. One Positive Mind, 5 Mill St, Vincentown. 609-744-5353. Register: OnePositiveMind.com.

THURSDAY, JUNE 6 Yoga for Joint Replacement – Thursdays, June 6-27. 4-5pm. If you have had a hip or knee replacement and are looking to find a way to get back your active lifestyle and control your pain, this class is for you. With Jennifer Sewell. $20. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson. Register: JustBreatheCenter.org.

Crystal Grids – 6:30-8:30pm. Ash, a Certified Crystal Healer, will facilitate a workshop where we’ll discuss the powerful synergy of sacred geometry, healing crystals and your intentions. $25/ticket; limited to 12 seats. Herbal Mocktails & Goodie Bags offered for each attendee. Mystic Ginger, 102 S Black Horse Pk, Blackwood. 856-563-6634.

Register: Paypal.me/mysticginger.

SATURDAY, JUNE 8 Atco Lake Cleanup and Macro ID – 9am-12pm.

Volunteer and after we pick up debris throughout the area, learn what the macroinvertebrates in the lake tell us about it. Gloves and tools provided. Atco Lake, 563 White Horse Pike, Atco. RSVP, Michael Hogan: 609-476-2086 or HoganPhoto@verizon. net. sjlandwater.org.

Green Fair: Bordentown City – 10am-3pm. Join the Pinelands Preservation Alliance at this festival.

Stop by our table, browse our books, flyers and merchandise. More than 50 vendors and exhibits designed to educate and encourage people of all ages to adopt a more sustainable and eco-friendly lifestyle. Free. Carslake Community Center, 207 Crosswicks St, Bordentown. PinelandsAlliance.org.

Plein Air Painting in Nature for Adults – 6-7:30pm. Some painting experience preferred, but beginners are welcome. Nature will provide our inspiration; we will provide a canvas, easel, acrylic paints, and guidance from an experienced art instructor. Inclement weather cancels. Supply fee: $20; reduced program fee: $10/with own supplies. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton. Pre-register: 609-261-2495 or RancocasNatureCenter.org.

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Eckankar Sound of Soul Event – 11am-12pm. Join us and experience the Sound of Soul. Discover your inner guidance, healing for body, mind and spirit, and a higher form of creativity by chanting the sacred sound of HU. You’re invited to chant HU, contemplate for a few minutes, and then enjoy spiritual conversation with others of like heart. Free. Acu-Health Center, 100 W Camden Ave, Moorestown. More info: 800-870-9139 or Spirituality@Eckankar-NJ.org.

Journey Through Suriya Namaskar – 11am-1pm.

Explore and demystify the breath or pranayama practice and its importance of coordinating breath with movement to optimize health benefits in the practice of Suriya Namaskar. Instructor Stavroula “Toula” Grivas. $20/member, $30/nonmember.

Virtua Center for HealthFitness, 401 Young Ave, Moorestown. 856-291-8800. VirtuaFitness.org.

Summer Outdoor Survival – 2-3pm. Join our experts and learn the basics of wilderness fire building, identifying and creating shelter, signaling for help and other techniques to help you survive. Free. LL Bean at Sagemore, 500 S Rte 73, Marlton. Register: 856-810-5560 or LLBean.com/marlton.

Restorative Yoga – 6:30-8pm. With Linda Sheehan.

Using blankets, bolsters, pillows, blocks, straps and other “props” to support the body, restorative yoga works to bring profound shifts to the central nervous system, promoting deep restfulness, physical healing and greater well-being. $20. Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. 856-546-1006.

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MONDAY, JUNE 10 Meditation Monday at Just Breathe – June 10, 17, 24. 10:30-11:30am. With Rita Strough. Come to a sacred space and sink into your stillness. Some guided meditation and also times of silence. $10. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson.

Register: JustBreatheCenter.org.

TUESDAY, JUNE 11 Toddler Hike: The ABC’s of Nature – 8:309:30am. Also held June 18 & 25. Observe nature while we hike and look around for words that start with different letters of the alphabet. Ages 0-5. Pennington Park, 501 Parkview Dr, Delanco. Register: 856-810-5560 or LLBean.com/marlton.

Functional, Fit and Fun Class Series – 5:306:30pm. See June 4 listing. Yoga for Living, 1926 Greentree Rd, Cherry Hill. Pre-registration suggested: 856-404-7287 or Rhonda@YogaForLiving.net.

Buds, Blooms, Berries and Bark – 7pm. “Native Plants for Multiple Seasons of Interest” with Kathleen Salisbury, Director Ambler Arboretum of Temple University. Will cover some of her favorite native trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants. Free.

Carman Tilelli Hall, 820 Mercer Street, Cherry Hill. 856-287-5959. hssj.org.

Anti-Oxidant, Alkaline Water Demonstration – 9pm. Attend this live-streaming event with Nutritionist Shan Stratton, Nutritional Consultant to professional athletes from the NFL, the NBA, and the MLB who will share his passion for Kangen Water and achieving true health through his alkaline living principles. Register, Pat: 201-913-0397.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12

savethedate Beat the Heat Series Begins 10am Join personal trainer, Joe Girone in this 30-min outdoor bootcamp class consisting of intense exercises of circuit training to develop strength and aerobic endurance. Limited to 5 participants.

Members: $50/4, $90/8, $135/12.

Nonmembers: $60/4, $110/8, $165/12.

William G. Rohrer Center for HealthFitness, 2309 Evesham Rd, Voorhees.

856-325-5300.

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Career Day For Entrepreneurs Webinar – 11am, 3 & 9pm. Anyone searching for a new beginning, new purpose; make immediate part-time or full-time income in the health and wellness industry, attend this webinar. Learn how to get started as the owner of your own global business. For more info: 201-913-0397. Kangen-Hydration.com.

Self-Care Summer: Emotional Health – 7:158pm. This class is all about exploring safe and easy solutions to support our emotions; coping and loving ourselves just as we are. One Positive Mind, 5 Mill St, Vincentown. 609-744-5353. Register: OnePositiveMind.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 14 Pinelands Commission Meeting – 9am-12pm.

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: 609-859-8860. Agenda: State.nj.us/pinelands.

An Evening with Mitch the Modern Medium – 6-8pm. He will give us messages from Spirit and past loved ones. Mystic Ginger, 102 S Black Horse Pk, Blackwood. Register: 856-563-6634 or MysticGingerApothecary@gmail.com.

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MONDAY, JUNE 17

Les Mills Launch and Open House – Free guest pass for the day. Also offering no enrollment on membership dues. Schedule: 9am, Bodypump & PKfit for Kids demo (ages 6-12); 9:30am, Sprint; 10:15am, CXWORX & Sprint. Must register for classes. William G. Rohrer Center for HealthFitness, 2309 Evesham Rd, Voorhees. 856-325-5300.

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Full Moon Women’s Circle – 7-9pm. An evening of sacred sisterhood, meditation and fun. Will celebrate the Full Moon and releasing what is no longer serving us. Bringing women together to learn, share stories and connect. Each month different. Bring a journal. One Positive Mind, 5 Mill St, Vincentown.

609-744-5353. OnePositiveMind.com.

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Functional, Fit and Fun Class Series – 5:306:30pm. See June 4 listing. Yoga for Living, 1926 Greentree Rd, Cherry Hill. Pre-registration suggested: 856-404-7287 or Rhonda@YogaForLiving.net.

Animals and Divine Love: Exploring Our Spiritual Connection 10am-12pm.

If you’ve ever had a pet or been around animals, you may already know that they have a great capacity for love. Join us outdoors for an hr exploration of our spiritual connection to animals, followed by refreshments and fellowship. Rain or shine. Free.

Laurel Acres Pavilion, 1045 S Church St, Mt. Laurel.

More info: 800-870-9139 or Spirituality@Eckankar-NJ.org.

Psychic & Healing Fair – 10am-2pm. The fair offers different avenues to healing: an intuitive/psychic reading, a reiki session on the Biomat, an energetic healing session, and/or lie on the BioMat. All private sessions $30/20mins. A variety of 20-min free talks offered. All appointments are booked on the hour and half hour. Walk-ins welcome. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379.

TheCenterLifeInBalance@gmail.com.

Guided Trail Hike – 10:30am-12pm. Adults and interested teenagers can join a Rancocas staff person or volunteer for a Saturday guided hike in the preserve.

Free, but donations encouraged. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton. Pre-register: 609-261-2495 or RancocasNatureCenter.org.

Moonlight Walk – 8pm. Come explore the village and the bogs by moon light. An experienced guide will share insights about Whitesbog and the nature that surrounds us with a different topic each month. Whitesbog Preservation Trust, 120 W Whites Bogs Rd, #34, Browns Mills. 609-893-4646.

Whitesbog.org.

SUNDAY, JUNE 16 Blueberry Music Jam – 11am-2pm. Stop into the historic village of Whitesbog to listen to the tunes of local musicians; the open music jam is acoustic.

Free. Whitesbog Preservation Trust, 120 W Whites Bogs Rd, #34, Browns Mills. 609-893-4646.

Whitesbog.org.

Walk in the Wild: Permaculture Workshop – 2pm.

With Elizabeth Kligge. In this permaculture short course, we will be distilling lessons found within a typical 72-hr Permaculture Design Course. The presentation will culminate in several hands-on design exercises. Free. Old Pine Farm Natural Lands Trust, Willoughby House, 340 Pine Ave, Deptford.

To register: 856-217-9138. OldPineFarm.org.

TUESDAY, JUNE 18

Sun Goddess Summer Series: Brigid – 7pm. Experience the vibrations of the gong as we lift our vibrations up to connect with Goddess Brigid for transformational healing. Rita Strough channels wisdom and energetic attunement from the goddess as Shalini Breault channels healing vibrations via gong. July: Kali; Aug: Pele. $30. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson. Register: JustBreatheCenter.org.

Anti-Oxidant, Alkaline Water Demonstration – 9pm. Attend this live-streaming event with Nutritionist Shan Stratton, Nutritional Consultant to professional athletes from the NFL, the NBA, and the MLB who will share his passion for Kangen Water and achieving true health through his alkaline living principles. Register, Pat: 201-913-0397.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19 Career Day For Entrepreneurs Webinar – 11am, 3 & 9pm. Anyone searching for a new beginning, new purpose; make immediate part-time or full-time income in the health and wellness industry, attend this webinar. Learn how to get started as the owner of your own global business. For more info: 201-913-0397. Kangen-Hydration.com.

Guided Meditation – 7:30-8:30pm. Begin with a short discussion on the mind, bringing awareness to our thoughts and emotions, and realizing who we really are beneath all that, then be guided into a deep state of relaxation to relieve stress and tension from the body. $10. One Positive Mind, 5 Mill St, Vincentown. 609-744-5353. Register: OnePositiveMind.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 21 Animals are Soul, Too! Discussion Class – 11am12pm. In this spiritual discussion class, we will share how pets and animals have helped us realize the divine nature of love. First of a 3-part monthly discussion series, based on the book, Animals are Soul, Too!, covering chapters 1-4. Free. Mt. Laurel Community Center, 100 Mount Laurel Rd, Mount Laurel. More info: 800-870-9139 or Spirituality@Eckankar-NJ.org.

Summer Solstice Celebration – 5-9pm. Psychic medium Carole Tollen, tarot readings by Venus Moon, numerology readings with Matt Penner, soul coaching & readings by Jessica Potter, herbal mocktails, remedy samples, henna art & more. Free to attend.

Mystic Ginger, 102 S Black Horse Pk, Blackwood.

856-563-6634. MysticGingerApothecary.com.

Summer Solstice Drum Circle and Campfire – 7-9pm. At this family-friendly event, we’ll celebrate the summer solstice with a fun and spirited drum circle. We’ll gather around the campfire, find our rhythm, and enjoy the beginning of summer. Oldmans Creek Preserve, 21 Main St, Swedesboro.

RSVP, Philip Arsenault: PMArsenault@gmail.com. sjlandwater.org.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 22 Blueberry Festival – June 22 & 23. Includes blueberry picking, wagon tours, antiques, craft and food vendors, kids activities live music, Pineland talks, museum tours and more. $5/car. Whitesbog Village, 799 Lakehurst Rd, Browns Mills. 609-893-4646.

Whitesbog.org.

Rancocas Woods Craft Show – 10am-4pm. Includes vendors, food trucks, food venues, live music, games and more. 118 Creek Rd, Mount Laurel.

609-509-5103. RancocasWoodsEvents.com.

Men’s Spiritual Circle – 12-2pm. Open up to your spiritual side in a community of like-minded men.

Utilizing discussion, meditation, sacred drums and other tools, together we awaken our spirits and find community and support for our practice. With Hasan Trower. $25. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson. Register: JustBreatheCenter.org.

SUNDAY, JUNE 23 Connect With Nature: Recycling Cities – 1:303pm. ​Bring your imagination and creativity for this family art project. Save your recyclable products and bring your own supply of empty, bottles, cans and milk or juice cartons to create your own recycled city. Free, but donations encouraged. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton. Pre-register: 609-261-2495 or RancocasNatureCenter.org.

Favorite Local Hikes – 2-3pm. Join our experts to learn about local parks, preserves and other hidden gems you can hike all year long. Free. LL Bean at Sagemore, 500 S Rte 73, Marlton. Register: 856-810-5560 or LLBean.com/marlton.

MONDAY, JUNE 24 Hip Hop and Bellydance Camp for Kids – June 24July 13. 3-wk series where kids learn how to dance while developing stagecraft skills such as props, costuming, scenic, hair and makeup. Full day and half day options available. Movement Magic Studio, 5 N Broadway, Pitman. Register: 856-553-5123.

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Life Science Field Training Institute – June 2427. 8am-5pm. Educators are invited attend this multi-day field science experience to strengthen your field-based investigations and improve student performance. Pinelands Preservation Alliance, 17 Pemberton Rod, Southampton. 609-859-8860.

Details: PinelandsAlliance.org.

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Kids’ Yoga Camp – 11am-2pm. Ages 4-11. June 24-28, pre-registration required by June 19. Aug 26-30, pre-registration required by Aug 20. Join Cindy & Vera for a lively & fun week of yoga poses, mat chants, journaling, focus activities, yoga games, partner poses, relaxation and meditation, arts and crafts and more. $50/drop-in 1 day, $200/ full wk, $100/sibling. Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. 856-546-1006.

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Angelic Spavasana – 6:30-8:30pm. Kathy Milano, Janet Watkins and Julie Fischer will intuitively offer you reiki, marma point therapy, Angelic frequencies, and/or massage to awaken a sense of wholeness, peace and lightness of being throughout your whole being. $40. Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. 856-546-1006. LiveInJoyYoga.com.

Functional, Fit and Fun Class Series – 5:306:30pm. See June 4 listing. Yoga for Living, 1926 Greentree Rd, Cherry Hill. Pre-registration suggested: 856-404-7287 or Rhonda@YogaForLiving.net.

Intro to Wicca – 7-9:30pm. 8-wk introduction to Wicca course. The course will be taught from a British Traditional Witchcraft perspective and cover a variety of topics. Course culminates with a ritual written and run by the students. Instructors: Nimue and Emrys. $120/8 wks. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson. Register: JustBreatheCenter.org.

Anti-Oxidant, Alkaline Water Demonstration – 9pm. Attend this live-streaming event with Nutritionist Shan Stratton, Nutritional Consultant to professional athletes from the NFL, the NBA and the MLB who will share his passion for Kangen Water and achieving true health through his alkaline living principles. Register, Pat: 201-913-0397.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26 Career Day For Entrepreneurs Webinar – 11am, 3 & 9pm. Anyone searching for a new beginning, new purpose; make immediate part-time or full-time income in the health and wellness industry, attend this webinar. Learn how to get started as the owner of your own global business. For more info: 201-913-0397. Kangen-Hydration.com.

Sustainable South Jersey Meetup – 6:308:30pm. Enjoy conversation, networking and educational speakers. Three leaders in sustainability will be speaking (10-min lightning talks). Free.

Double Nickel Brewing Company, 1585 Rte 73, Pennsauken. Register: SustainableSouthJersey.org.

Self-Care Summer: Healthy Habits – 7:15-8pm.

Supporting our health at a cellular level can be challenging. Explore how whole food supplements, a balanced diet and developing an at-home wellness practice can be simple, safe and best of all, effective. One Positive Mind, 5 Mill St, Vincentown. 609-744-5353.

Register: OnePositiveMind.com.

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Speaking of Nature: The State of New Jersey’s Forests – 9:30-10:30am. ​As New Jersey’s forestry planner, Bill Zipse will share his insights into the health of our forests, changes in growth rates, forest acreage, and land ownership, and the challenges currently facing our forests. Free, but donations encouraged. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton. Pre-register: 609-261-2495 or RancocasNatureCenter.org.

FRIDAY, JUNE 28 Conversations of Love: Gallery Readings – 7-9pm.

With Susan Drummond & Peggy Garron. Connecting with Spirit Guides and your deceased loved ones, receive messages, lots of positivity and heavenly love. Be prepared to ask a question. Everyone receives a reading. Limited to 18. $45. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379.

TheCenterLifeInBalance@gmail.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 29 Tails on the Trails Hike and Collection at Smithville – 9-10:30am. Grab your canine companion and em”bark” on a guided hike throughout the park.

Bring along a donation (food or otherwise) for local animal shelters. Meeting at the E Railroad Ave parking lot, Eastampton. Register: 856-810-5560 or LLBean.com/marlton.

Wenonah Woods Walk – 10am-1pm. Join us on a guided walk through the Wenonah Woods where we’ll learn about the fascinating natural history of the area. Glen Trailhead, 100 W Cedar St, Wenonah. RSVP, Michael Hogan: 609-476-2086 or HoganPhoto@verizon.net. sjlandwater.org.

Summer Survival Herbal Remedies – 6-8pm.

Community herbalist Kellie D’Ascenzo as we discuss herbs and botanicals to help us survive summer.

Create a simple natural bug spray and herbal healing balm to take home. $35/person; limited to 10 seats.

Mystic Ginger, 102 S Black Horse Pk, Blackwood.

856-563-6634. Register: Paypal.me/mysticginger.

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SUNDAY, JUNE 30 Wildlife Tracking 101 – 2-3pm. From identifying tracks and track patterns, to looking for chews and rubs, our experts will share tips and techniques to help uncover who’s responsible. Free. LL Bean at Sagemore, 500 S Rte 73, Marlton. Register: 856-810-5560 or LLBean.com/marlton.

plan ahead TUESDAY, JULY 2-30 Fall and Injury Prevention Class Series – Tuesdays, July 2-30. 5:30-6:30pm. During this series we will be directly working on improving musculoskeletal balance. This will decrease the risk of falling or succumbing to many types of injuries associated with loss of balance. Instructed by Egoscue Institute certified Postural Alignment Specialist Deb Freeman. $15/class. Yoga for Living, 1926 Greentree Rd, Cherry Hill. Pre-registration suggested: 856-404-7287 or Rhonda@YogaForLiving.net.

retreat FRIDAY, AUGUST 9

Great Smoky Mountain Adventure Aug 9-15.

Hosted by Lisa and Paul. Gorgeous mountains and fresh, pure mineralized waters on the Cherokee nation’s reservation. Cabin with mountain views. Retreat includes lodging, 12 meals, morning yoga & meditation, drumming, Klingmans dome lookout, Mings Falls & Indian Creek Falls, Mountain Farm Museum and Oconaluftee Trail, Rte 441 Overlooks and trails, Unto these Hills drama performed by the Indian people, Oconaluftee Indian Village, Oconaluftee Park Tubing and Swimming.

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sunday Movement to Meditation Yoga – 4-5:15pm.

Join Michael for a gentle yoga session with an emphasis on visualization and meditation. If you are looking to deepen your meditation practice or if you are just beginning, this class is for you. $15/drop-in; plans available. Spiritual Healing Through Guidance, 459 Oakshade Rd, Shamong.

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monday God: An Open Forum – 6:30-8pm. 2nd Mon. Are you aware of God? How would you define your relationship? What role, if any, does He play? Have your thoughts and feelings shifted during the years? An open discussion about what might be a critical awareness as we navigate our journey. $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.

More info: 856-261-0554 and L-i-g-h-t.org.

training FRIDAY, JUNE 7

100-Hour Ayurveda Self-Healing Course June-Oct. The healing science of Ayurveda is totally based upon the knowledge of oneself and their environment. Learn the basics of Ayurveda, what your body type is, how to spot and remedy imbalances, how to use yogic practices, skin care and diet to live your most vibrant life. $1,200.

Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon.

856-546-1006.

LiveInJoyYoga.com.

Yoga Nidra – 7:30-8:30pm. 3rd Mon. A practice which returns the practitioner to a state of consciousness between waking and sleeping, in which the body is completely relaxed, and one becomes systematically and increasingly aware of the inner world. $10. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson. JustBreatheCenter.org.

tuesday Qigong/Tai Chi: Meditation through Movement – 1:30-2:30pm. Ancient Chinese systems of healing and well-being using the mind to focus, the breath to move energy and the body to channel that energy. With Juhi Singhal. $15. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson. Register: JustBreatheCenter.org.

Tranquil Tuesdays – 6-7pm. Take a break from the stress of the week and join us for a tranquil hour of meditation and mindfulness practices with nurturing aromas of pure essential oils. Free. Infuse, 107 S Rte 73, Marlton. 856-452-5511. InfusedHere.com.

Knee Self-Massage Class for Pain Relief – 6-7:30pm. 2nd & 4th Tues. Also 11am-12:30pm, 1st Thurs. Proven simple self-massage technique teaches you how to eliminate knee pain immediately. Massage applied to your thigh (quadriceps) muscle, while in a seated position. Wear comfortable clothes with easy access to your thigh. No jeans please or bring shorts. Easy to learn, immediate benefits. $15/drop-in. Holos Touch LLC, 17 White Horse Pike, Ste 6, Haddon Heights. Registration: 856-428-5486, Dr.DottyAtkins@gmail.com.

Down to Earth 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 at Vacanti Jiu Jitsu, 1351 Rte 38W, Hainesport.

267-664-3236. SolYogaNJ.com.

Cancer Survivors Support Group – 7-8:30pm. 4th Tues. This support group focuses on cancer patients who have completed active treatment and are learning to live life as cancer survivors or for patients who wonder what life would be like after treatment. Free. Virtua Memorial Hospital, 175 Madison Ave, Mount Holly. 888-847-8823. Virtua.org.

wednesday Natural Health: Fresh Organic Produce Delivery – Wed & Fri. Delivery times vary. Laurel Hill Plaza, corner of Blackwood-Clementon Rd & Laurel Rd, Lindenwold. For more info: 856-784-1021.

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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.

Melt Your Muffin Top – 5:45pm. Also Fri, 10am.

This class is designed to help strengthen and tone your core muscles. Incorporating a variety of equipment to strengthen your abs, improve your balance and achieve better posture. All levels. William G. Rohrer Center for Health Fitness, 2309 Evesham Rd, Voorhees. 856-325-5300. VirtuaFitness.org.

Ignite Your Spirit – 7-9pm. 1st Wed. A guided spiritual awakening class that aims to teach spiritual truths that cause a positive spark in your life. All of the teachings are inspired and will guide participants to greater spiritual enlightenment, strength and clarity. With Kim Horvath. $25. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson. Register: JustBreatheCenter.org.

thursday Knee Self-Massage Class for Pain Relief – 11am12:30pm. 1st Thurs. Also 6-7:30pm, 2nd & 4th Tues. See Tues listing. Holos Touch LLC, 17 White Horse Pike, Ste 6, Haddon Heights. Registration: 856-428-5486, Dr.DottyAtkins@gmail.com.

Yin Nidra – 1 & 7:15pm. 1st Thurs. Through the use of body sensing, breath awareness, guided imagery and other practices, you are systematically guided on a meditation journey through each level of your whole being called the koshas. William G. Rohrer Center for HealthFitness, 2309 Evesham Rd, Voorhees. 856-325-5300. VirtuaFitness.org.

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classifieds Fee for classifieds is $1 per word per month. To place listing, email content to NASouthJersey@gmail.com. Deadline is the 10th of the month.

FOR RENT AFFORDABLE OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT ON MAIN ST IN HISTORIC MEDFORD, NJ – South Jersey’s premier source for all that is holistic and spiritually enlightened, The Center, Life In Balance, on Main Street in Medford, has office space for rent. The office space would be shared with other like-minded practitioners, so it’s very affordable. A BOH-certified kitchen and a large multipurpose room are available for rent also. For more info: 609-975-8379.

OFFICE SPACE – Integrative Physician looking to share office space in Voorhees. 856-669-9118.

YOGA, PILATES, DANCE OR RELATED WORKSHOPS – Studio space for rent in Hainesport. Great location on Rte 38. 267-664-3236.

FOR SALE HAVE YOU EVER DREAMED OF OWNING YOUR OWN YOGA STUDIO? – Here’s an opportunity to move into a “turnkey” completely finished yoga studio in Gloucester County with an existing book of clients. Great location. For more info: 856-418-0013.

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Pre-Natal Yoga – 5:45-6:45pm. Pre-natal yoga embraces the different stages of the pregnancy and birth. Each stage of the pregnancy will change with movement, stretch, breath, mindfulness and meditation. William G. Rohrer Center for Health Fitness, 2309 Evesham Rd, Voorhees. 856-325-5300.

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Cancer Survivors Support Group – 6:30-8pm.

2nd Thurs. This support group focuses on cancer patients who have completed active treatment and are learning to live life as cancer survivors or for patients who wonder what life would be like after treatment. Free. William G. Rohrer Center for HealthFitness, 2309 Evesham Rd, Voorhees.

888-847-8823. Virtua.org.

Wild Soul Movement – 7-8:30pm. Last Thurs. A women’s feminine movement practice that incorporates yoga poses, meditation, mantras, discussion, oracle cards, crystals and kinship. Instructor: Christine Juckett. $20. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson. JustBreatheCenter.org.

Awakening with the Angels – 7-9pm. 3rd Thurs.

Each month explore with the Angels as Rita takes you through meditations, invocations and attunements with various beings of a high vibration. $25.

Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson.

Register: JustBreatheCenter.org.

friday Melt Your Muffin Top – 10am. See Wed listing.

William G. Rohrer Center for Health Fitness, 2309 Evesham Rd, Voorhees. 856-325-5300.

VirtuaFitness.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.

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New Jersey Massage Therapy Certification Workshops – 5:30-7:30pm. Held June 14, Sept 13, Dec 3. Feeling overwhelmed with the NJ certification and MBlex application process and don’t know what to do next? Do you have a few questions or just need some direction? The good news is you are not alone. No matter what phase of the certification process you are in, we are here to offer support. Free.

Lourdes Institute of Wholistic Studies, 1600 Haddon Ave, Camden. To register: 856-580-6444 or liws.org.

saturday Beginner’s Flow Yoga – 9:30-10:45am. Spiritual Healing Through Guidance, 459 Oakshade Rd, Shamong. Bethob67.wixsite.com/spiritual-healing.

Whitesbog Volunteer Work Day – 10am-3pm. 1st Sat. Come out and join our volunteers in outdoor or indoor projects in the village. You can choose from helping to clear trails and garden paths or helping to organize our office cottage supplies for events. Whitesbog Preservation Trust, 120 W Whites Bogs Rd, #34, Browns Mills. 609-893-4646.

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Beginning Belly Dance Yoga – 10:30-11:30am. Balance your life with belly dance workouts that burn fat fast, raise metabolism, and build tone immediately. Learn basic movements and exercises for building muscle. $20/class. Priestess Works Studio, 5 N Broadway, Pitman. Text to register: 856-379-8510.

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Pet Adoption Day – 11am-2pm. PetsMart, 62 Centerton Rd, Mount Laurel. More info, Burlington County Animal Alliance: bcaaofnj.org.

Intermediate Belly Dance Yoga – 12-1pm. Balance your life with belly dance workouts that burn fat fast, raise metabolism, and build tone immediately. Enjoy this energetic class where Shoshana drills Indian tribal fusion movements, floor patterns, isolations and group dynamics. $20/class. Priestess Works Studio, 5 N Broadway, Pitman. Text to register: 856-379-8510. PriestessWorks.com.

History Hike – 1-2pm. 1st Sat. Stroll the Historic Village, learn about Whitesbog’s role in history and visit Suningive, the worker’s cottage and other museums, buildings and farm landscapes that speak to Whitesbog’s heritage. $5 donation/person. Whitesbog Preservation Trust, 120 W Whites Bogs Rd, #34, Browns Mills. 609-893-4646. Whitesbog.org.

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Institute for Complementary & Alternative Medicine 24 Nautilus Dr, Ste 3, Manahawkin 609-978-9002 504 Hamburg Tpk, Ste 202, Wayne 973-790-6363 639 Stokes Rd, Se 202, Medford 609-654-5900 ICAMBartissMD.com Dr. Bartiss is both conventionally and holistically trained giving patients the best of both worlds and the freedom to choose. ICAM’s HEART Program addresses the body’s basic needs in terms of hormone rejuvenation to include adrenal, thyroid, sex and growth hormones as well as the essential neurotransmitters. As an active and founding member of the American Association of Ozonotherapists, Dr. Bartiss is an expert in various forms of bio-oxidative therapies that include ozone, hydrogen peroxide, ultraviolet phototherapy and highdose vitamin C. These and other powerful therapies are offered by only a few hundred medical practitioners throughout the country. See ad on page 17.

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AYURVEDIC HEALING PRACTITIONER JANET WATKINS, RYT, CRM

Ayurvedic Healing Practitioner Registered Yoga Teacher Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness 118 W Merchant St, Audubon, NJ 08106 856-816-4158 Utilizing the principles of ayurveda, nutrition, yoga, meditation, and herbs for natural healing and selfcare to support your body in returning to its natural healthy function.

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BIO-IDENTICAL HORMONE RESTORATION THERAPY DR. CAMILLE SEMPLE-DALY, DO Replenish Center 215 Sunset Rd, Ste 204 Willingboro, NJ 08046 856-380-1330 Info@ReplenishHormones.com ReplenishHormones.com

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Institute for Complementary & Alternative Medicine 24 Nautilus Dr, Ste 3, Manahawkin 609-978-9002 504 Hamburg Tpk, Ste 202, Wayne 973-790-6363 639 Stokes Rd, Se 202, Medford 609-654-5900 ICAMBartissMD.com Dr. Bartiss is among a small group of physicians that pioneered the early “integrated” health care system. As a conventionally and holistically trained physician, he offers the best of both schools of medicine. Dr. Bartiss’ “HEART” Program (Hormone, Endocrine, Adrenal Rejuvenation Therapy) addresses hormone imbalance and focuses on restoring his patients to optimal levels.

The simple explanation of this program is that when the endocrine system is balanced, a person is less likely to become ill, over-weight and emotionally imbalanced. ICAM patients report an improved quality of life, both emotionally and physically.

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CHIROPRACTOR DECOTIIS CHIROPRACTIC WELLNESS 30 W Holly Ave, Pitman, NJ 08071 856-218-1330 Fddec@WellnessSpeakers.org

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Phone coaching at its best 973-444-7301 • Info@LifeCoachDavid.com I am an experienced and certified Law of Attraction life coach. I can coach you on how to attract what you want - both materialistically and emotionally, and how to feel happier and more excited about life!

MASSAGE FOR PAIN MANAGEMENT DOROTHEA ATKINS, TH.D., RN, LMT

Holos Touch LLC 17 White Horse Pike, Ste 6, Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 856-546-7500 • Dr.DottyAtkins@gmail.com HolosTouchLLC.com Experience and learn simple yet effective pain relief methods in individual or group sessions. Dr. Atkins’ advanced muscle release treatment and self-care education has proven published results for the past decade.

Other services include certified manual lymph drainage, and relief for various chronic conditions. See ad on page 41.

INTUITIVE ENERGY HEALER KASHA GAMBONE

INTEGRATIVE/FUNCTIONAL NUTRITIONIST

LAW OF ATTRACTION COACH

Reiki Master Berlin, NJ 08009 • 865-264-6840 Intuitive energy healer. Usui Reiki practitioner and teacher. Specializing in removing energy blocks. Restoring and aligning the balance of body, mind and spirit. Providing meditation and spiritual guidance. Reiki attunements available for all levels.

IONIC DETOX WILL HARRIS

Healthful Solutions 4U LLC I A L - Certified The Center, Life in Balance 45 S Main St, Medford 856-275-1047 • WH2507@comcast.net HealthfulSolutions4U.com Ionic foot detox, reflex foot machine and chi machine sessions.

These sessions will help to detox the body, open up passageways from the feet up through the meridians, releasing inflammation and send oxygen into the body. Oxygen therapy helps to replace the oxygen depleted by chemo and radiation therapy. Elixinol premium CBD now available.

MASSAGE THERAPY SERVICES RIZZIERI AVEDA ALUMNI SPA 8102 Town Center Blvd, Voorhees, NJ 08043 856-983-1680 Facebook: Rizzieri Alumni Spa

Affordable relaxation offered at Rizzieri’s Alumni Spa. Staffed by recent Rizzieri graduates, the Alumni Spa is the perfect place to make an appointment with a Licensed Massage Therapist at an attractive price point. Spa experiences are offered in 50-min or 80-min sessions and are customized based on personal needs and preferences. Services include: Swedish massage, reflexology, hot stone, maternity massage, deep tissue, and stress relief wraps. Open on Wed and Fri, 4:30-9pm; Sun, 9am-4pm with prices starting at $45. Call for an appt. See ad on page 17.

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WE ARE HUMAN MASSAGE THERAPY & ENERGY WORK

Lori Dye, LMT, Reflexologist, Reiki Practitioner Washington Professional Campus 860 NJ-168 Blackwood, NJ 08012 Located inside Performance Chiropractic & Wellness Center 856-401-9550 • WeAreHumanMasssage.com We are not machines, we are human!

Even though we are certainly built like them. We need to treat ourselves with a little extra TLC from time to time. It is important to listen to our aches and pains & emotional stress.

It is our body’s natural way of saying “I need attention!” Allow yourself to follow your intuition and set aside some time for healing and regeneration today. I look forward to meeting you and helping to guide you along in your journey healing mind, body and spirit.

MEDICAL SKINCARE AND COSMETICS DR. ANAMARIA NEWPORT, DMS, DMD, MHS, PAC

MOVEMENT ENRICHMENT SHOSHANA DES CHENES Priestess Works Studio 5 Broadway, Pitman 856-379-8510 PriestessWorks.com

Shoshana’s unique style of Tribal Belly Dance blossoms student’s confidence, direction and self-esteem. Drawing on yogic principles and the socio-historical roots inspired by the Gypsy Trail spanning from India, North Africa, Middle East and Spain. Priestess Works Studio is where your health and wellness goals will flourish. See ad on page 35.

NATUROPATHIC DOCTOR Naturopathic Doctor Marlton & Haddonfield, NJ 856-472-9495 MyNaturalDoctor.com

Holistic health care for all ages and a variety of health conditions. Find the cause of your health issues and heal using safe, natural and nontoxic therapies. See ad on page 40.

NUMEROLOGIST TRACI ROSENBERG, MA

Numerologist & Empowerment Coach 609-417-4526 TraciRosenberg@gmail.com SoulTalkWithTraci.com Join the region’s leading numerologist as you discover your life’s purpose. Encoded in your name and birth date are your lessons, talents and desires. Traci will help you realize your full potential.

MENOPAUSAL AND SEXUAL HEALTH WOMEN FOR WOMEN MEDICAL ASSOCIATES Jewel Amui-Bellon, M.D. 102 Centre Boulevard, Ste I Marlton, NJ 08053 856-267-5019 • w4wma.com

It is a known fact that millions of women after the menopausal transition, undergo changes in their vaginal health and suffer from vaginal dryness and painful intercourse. The changes in vaginal health is due to declining estrogen levels. Current management of these symptoms include Estrogens and Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators. Not all women can take estrogens for symptomatic relief. The MonaLisa Touch therapy is an effective in-office, non-hormornal therapy, with no downtime. Most women have called it life changing. It is similar to the annual pelvic exam.

Many women have reported symptomatic relief after the first treatment. See ad on page 15.

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DR. AMANDA HERITAGE, PT, DPT

Breathe Life Physical Therapy & Wellness The Village, 915 Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ Collingswood Health Collective, 987 Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ 856-210-3517 Info@BreatheLifePT.com BreatheLifePT.com Specializing in pelvic rehabilitation for women and men optimizing health and restoring control of urinary and bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse and support for women during/after pregnancy. One-on-one physical therapy provided promotes an active, confident and comfortable lifestyle to fully breathe life. See ad on page 9.

MELISSA JOSSELSON, ND

17 White Horse Pike, Ste 10B Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 856-323-8885

Dr. Newport is a discerning artist, highly experienced master cosmetic injector and renowned dermatology speaker with 10+ years of extensive medical training. Her continuous dedication for skincare, surgery, dentistry, and cosmetic procedures are enhanced by combining the use of the latest technology and her unique homeopathic style. As an artist, she is genuinely passionate about bringing out the unique beauty in each one of her patients. Look no further for your organic skincare specialist, offering the purest treatments achievable with our personalized natural products.

PELVIC REHABILITATION

PSYCH-K/BELIEF CHANGE DANA KIEVIT, RN, ADVANCED PSYCH-K FACILITATOR Create Your Clean Slate 609-339-5833 Dana@CreateYourCleanSlate.com CreateYourCleanSlate.com

Are you experiencing stress anywhere in your life? Do you imagine a different life for yourself? Do you wish to accomplish a goal, but there is something in your way and you aren’t quite sure what it is or how to change it? Do you desire more abundance, joy or peace? Guess what, “When You Change the Way You Look At Things, The Things you Look At Change,” Wayne Dyer. And so does as your life as a result. With PSYCH-K, it is quick and easy to turn your reality into one that matches your heart’s desire. Contact Dana for more information or to schedule an appointment. Sessions available in Medford, Manahawkin, Wayne and via Skype. See ad on page 6.

PSYCHOENERGETIC COUSELING OUTDOOR RECREATION & PINELANDS PRESERVATION PINELANDS ADVENTURES

1005 Atsion Rd, Shamong, NJ 08088 609-268-0189 PinelandsAdventures.org

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HEALERS UNIVERSE

Andrea Regal Subtle Energy Therapist 856-904-5566 Andrea@HealersUniverse.com HealersUniverse.com You are so much more than you know! Discover how your greatest challenges reveal your Soul purposes! Learn how to move past the defenses (no longer needed) in your mind, body and energy field to live from your authentic Self. Transmute the fears and pains opening the portals to you multidimensionality. For as you evolve, you evolve the planet! 30+ years’ experience counseling and teaching the energetics of mind, body and soul interconnection. See ad on page 22.

SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

DR. CAMILLE SEMPLE-DALY, DO

DR. CAMILLE SEMPLE-DALY, DO

Replenish Center 215 Sunset Rd, Ste 204 Willingboro, NJ 08046 856-380-1330 Info@ReplenishHormones.com ReplenishHormones.com

Natural, non-invasive procedures for sexual dysfunction affecting one or more of the following: desire, arousal, lubrication, erectile function, orgasm, pain, dryness and satisfaction. The Replenish Center utilizes an integrative and functional approach looking at key factors such as hormone imbalance, vitamin/mineral deficiencies, certain medications and chronic illnesses.

Other contributing factors are lifestyle, diet, exercise and stress. The Replenish Center specializes in therapies which utilize your body’s own healing mechanisms. Dr. Camille Semple-Daly is triply board certified in OB/GYN, Integrative Medicine and Aesthetic Medicine. See ad on page 2.

Replenish Center 215 Sunset Rd, Ste 204 Willingboro, NJ 08046 856-380-1330 Info@ReplenishHormones.com ReplenishHormones.com

End yo-yo dieting with our safe and effective Physician-Supervised Weight-Loss Program. Our program is designed to identify the root causes of your weight concerns, individualize a plan to reverse the imbalances identified, and help you to quickly and safely lose the excess weight. Finally, we will transition you to a healthier lifestyle to keep you at a healthier weight. Dr. Semple-Daly is triply board certified in OB/GYN, Integrative Medicine and Aesthetic Medicine. See ad on page 2.

WHOLESOME GYNECOLOGY AND INFERTILITY SPIRITUAL ART AND GUIDANCE MONICA ARMSTRONG, CSD, CHS Spirit Matters Studio 54 Watkins Ave, Woodbury, NJ 08096 215-206-3187 Monica@SpiritMatterStudio.com SpiritMatterStudio.com

Are you undernourished by your faith tradition? Spirit Matters Studio, a sanctuary for women’s spirituality and creativity, presents unique monthly workshops and retreats. Learn hidden wisdom from the feminine Divine. Be nurtured with sacred texts and the arts for a deep experience of the presence of the Divine within. See ad on page 39.

SPIRITUAL WELLNESS BETH O’BRIEN

Spiritual Healing Through Guidance 459 Oakshade Rd, Bldg B Shamong, NJ 08088 Bethob67.wixsite.com/spiritual-healing Beth O’Brien is a psychic medium, reiki master, ordained minister, and paranormal investigator who is offering private reiki sessions, angel card readings, mediumship readings, gallery readings as well as guided meditations, group classes and spiritual retreats. Be sure to check the website for all services offered.

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WOMEN FOR WOMEN MEDICAL ASSOCIATES Jewel Amui-Bellon, M.D. 102 Centre Boulevard, Ste I Marlton, NJ 08053 856-267-5019 w4wma.com

Dr. Jewel Amui-Bellon is a well-respected, board-certified OBGYN in Marlton, NJ. She provides excellent individualized gynecologic and preventative care for women. In addition, she is committed to providing a wholistic, gentle, and compassionate way to conception for women who have been told they cannot carry out successful pregnancy outcomes. The oldest women was 56 years old at conception and successfully delivered a bouncy baby boy. See ad on page 15.

WILD SOUL MOVEMENT CHRISTINE JUCKETT, LADY OF SANCTUARY

Energy Coach, Reiki Master, Wild Soul Movement Teacher Info@ChristineJuckett.com LadyOfSanctuary.com Wild Soul Movement is a program that uses sensuality, movement, and mantras to cultivate body connection, trust, love and acceptance. Become the living, breathing embodiment of feminine truth and power. Group and private classes available. See website for class locations and times.

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