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CONTENTS Natural Awakenings | South Jersey | March 2022 Issue

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Healthy Eating Gets Easier with Innovations

Prevention, FIrst-Aid and Recovery

PLANT-BASED FOODS GO MAINSTREAM

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EASING INTO A VEGAN LIFESTYLE Clever Meat Substitutes That Please the Palate

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HOLY COW!

A WEEKEND WARRIOR SURVIVAL GUIDE

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BEYOND PICKY EATING

Help for Pediatric Eating Disorders

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BURNOUT RECOVERY

Here is Everything You Need to Know About the Ever-Expanding Milk Aisle

Ways to Reset and FInd Balance

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BEYOND KIBBLE

How to Shop for the Healthiest Pet Food

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ANN ARMBRECHT

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REASONS TO GO ORGANIC

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UNDERSTANDING A HEALTHIER SPRING CLEANING

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NEWS BRIEFS

Fabulous Fig to Join The Center, Life in Balance The Center, Life in Balance, in Medford, recently welcomed The Fabulous Fig to The Center community. As many food truck followers know, the Fabulous Fig is a popular vegan food truck.

Terri Sacchetti, who began her family-run food truck business five years ago, feels it is time to expand. “I need more kitchen space without being a full eat-in restaurant. This kitchen provides me with the space, and it has the takeout window. So this will be totally takeout; something my family and I can manage,” explains Sacchetti.

Susan Drummond, owner of The Center, is thrilled Sacchetti is expanding her business at The Center. “Being able to have lunch and dinner available for our personal clients and workshop attendees can be a great convenience for all of us. Plus, Terri’s respect for all of life aligns with the philosophy of The Center.”

Mid-March is Sacchetti’s opening-day target. Plan to check out the goodness on March 17 during Medford Food Truck Night and on March 19 at The Center’s Psychic and Healing Fair.

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Annual Holistic Yoga Retreat— Listening with Our Hearts Explore mind, body and spirit at the Yoga Cape May annual Holistic Yoga Retreat from May 22 through 24 at the Chalfonte Hotel, in Cape May. The theme for this year’s retreat is Listening with Our Hearts.

This three-day event can help participants deepen their experience with yoga and meditation, and connect deep within themselves to discover their true selves and find their paths to wholeness. Retreat-goers will experience guidance in various styles of yoga and meditation practices for all levels. There will also be a drum circle, so attendees should bring their drums or other percussion instruments.

Cost: $250 per person retreat registration investment. Space is limited, so register early. A nonrefundable $50 deposit is required to reserve a space; deadline for payment in full is April 30. Location: 301 Howard St. For more information or to register, contact Karen Manette Bosna at 609-827-8886 or KBosna28@Yahoo.com. Also visit www.YogaCapeMay.com.

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Learn How to Heal and Stay Healthy at Expo Natural Awakenings of South Jersey is proudly sponsoring a one-day Holistic Health and Healing Expo from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on March 20 at the Aloft Mount Laurel Hotel. Admission is free and the expo is open to the public.

Leading-edge thinkers and practitioners in natural health will be on hand demonstrating products and services covering everything from alternative healing and sustainable living to organic and regenerative farming.

Visitors to the expo can expect inspiring workshops and valuable, up-to-date information on the latest in chiropractic medicine, yoga and Pilates. Beautiful handmade items such as lotions, candles and personal care products will also be available.

Everything from holistic coaching, homeopathy and integrative medicine to intuitive readings and energy work will be on display. Additionally, there will organic vegan desserts and food vendors, cannabidiol vendors as well as experts in pet nutrition and behavior.

The expo is being run by publisher Shae Marcus and her associates at Natural Awakenings of South Jersey—a magazine which brings to life everything one needs for healthier living on a healthier planet.

“Now, more than ever before, we need to bring greater public awareness to the natural health lifestyle,” says Marcus.

“This expo will draw people together by informing, inspiring and nurturing strong, spiritual and ecofriendly connections.”

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The Holistic Dental Center Working Together with Other Holistic Practitioners to Create a True Holistic Approach to Your Health

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team approach to your overall health and it starts at the Holistic they don’t see, I do, and vice versa, seeing dental infections and how Dental Center in Millburn, New Jersey, with their highly skilled they can affect organ systems through meridians or directly and team of trained professionals in holistic and biological dentistry. From utilizing the benefits of networking with a holistic practitioner can and their award winning doctors and their state of the art technology to does make all the difference in patient care…I wouldn’t have it any their use of ozone and self-healing therapies, they are committed other way,” Dr. Gashinsky says about working with other practitioners. to not only treating your dental related symptoms, but also, the root So if you’re looking for an approach that is inclusive of all aspects cause thereby eliminating disease and promoting optimal health. of holistic care, visit Dr. Gashinsky and his team at The Holistic Dental Little did conventional practitioners know so many years ago that Center in Millburn, New Jersey. It’s their priority to ensure complete it took more than just looking at the mouth. A generation ago there holistic care by promoting the benefits of holism. “It’s not just your teeth was a disconnect, a thought that our mouth and teeth had no bearing anymore,” as he says, “It never was,” but now they have the ability to on the health of the rest of our body. Now more and more research not just treat overall disease but truly prevent and promote whole body has been showing that there is a strong connection between dental wellness. disease and systemic health. Dr. Gashinsky, Holistic Dentist, has always known that. A holistic approach to health is multifaceted, so he Other than being a dentist for 40 years, Dr. Vladimir Gashinsky, is a certified nutritional consultant, Accredited by the International Academy has built a network of healthcare practitioners to assist his patients in of Oral Medicine and Toxicology, SMART certified and a Naturopathic obtaining their desired level of optimal wellness. doctor “My passion for learning is never complete, I will continue to Working hand in hand with Naturopaths, Functional Medicine research and learn the latest in alternative treatments and team up practitioners and many others in the field of holistic medicine has with the best in the fields of holistic and alternative medicine to bring expanded Dr. Gashinsky’s ability to help more people. “I find it to be my patients the best treatments available, this I can assure you.” incredibly fulfilling to work synergistically with these practitioners to be able to improve patients’ health so dramatically. Some are coming Holistic Dental Center is located at 91 Millburn Avenue, Millburn,New to me so very sick and by working together we’re seeing drastic Jersey. For more information, call 973-609-5984 or visit improvements in their quality of life,” says Dr. Gashinsky.

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Dr. Gashinsky feels strongly in the need to practice in such a manner as to take patients whole health into consideration. So much so, that he traveled to Switzerland this past spring to visit the Paracelsus Clinic and Swiss BioHealth Clinic; two healthcare models that promote the oral-body connection, to study their holistic approach to patient care. Dr. Gashinsky says, “To truly practice holism; the thought that everything is understood in relation to the whole and not just its parts, it’s important to remember that when treating a person it’s not just what one practitioner does, but how they can work together for your appointment today! to improve the final outcome.”

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NEWS BRIEFS

Registration Now Available for AWA’s Summer Camp

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The Animal Welfare Association (AWA), in Voorhees, is offering an early-bird discount through March 15 to register for its Tails and Whiskers summer camp, which runs from July 18 through August 8, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The camp will give young animal lovers ages 9 to 12 the opportunity to immerse themselves into the world of animal welfare. Campers will spend their days in the AWA’s new adoption and education center, veterinary clinic and outside on its campus.

They will get the chance to explore animal anatomy and take part in a “bandaging lab” where they will learn proper bandaging and splinting techniques on a stuffed animal and meet AWA’s veterinarian. They will also learn all about animal body language, watch dog agility demonstrations and learn proper techniques for training a pet.

Excitari Wellness Center, in Medford, recently welcomed Shannon Danielle, a psychic, intuitive and empath, to its growing team of exceptional wellness providers. Danielle is currently offering Mediumship Wellness Readings at the center as well as remotely via phone or video conferencing.

“What if you had a relationship with death? Could that relationship create more space for wisdom, purpose and love in your life?” asks Danielle. “Yes,” she answers, “and you start by honoring your loss, your grief and remembering your connection to your beloved. Mediumship is wellness; it reconnects us to our truth, our relationship with dying, Shannon Danielle our purpose for this life and often healing practices in our grieving.”

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Depression relief may be as close as the vinegar bottle on the kitchen shelf, according to a new study from Arizona State University involving 25 healthy college students divided into two groups.

Fourteen drank two tablespoons of Bragg’s apple cider vinegar diluted in one cup of water twice daily with meals, while 11 students consumed a vinegar tablet that contained 1/100 as much vinegar twice daily. After four weeks, using psychological tests and urine samples, the researchers found a 20 to 34 percent reduction in self-reported depression scores from the test group compared to slight increases in depression in the control group. Several metabolic alterations were found consistent with improved mood, including enzymatic dysfunction in the hexosamine pathway, as well as significant increases in glycine, serine and threonine metabolism. “With over 40 percent of college students self-reporting moderate-to-severe depression—a 77 percent increase over the past decade­­—simple and safe strategies that effectively reduce depression in this population are urgently needed,” the authors write.

Drink Coffee and Tea to Reduce Dementia and Stroke Risk There’s good news for coffee and tea drinkers in recent research: consuming two to three cups a day of each beverage has been found to significantly lower the risk of stroke by 32 percent and of dementia by 28 percent compared to abstainers. Researchers from Tianjin Medical University, in China, analyzed a databank of 365,682 UK residents between 50 and 74 years of age that reported their coffee and tea consumption over 11 years and found that drinking both beverages in the course of a day correlates with a lower risk of stroke and dementia compared to drinking either one exclusively. Also, drinking three to six cups of coffee alone or in combination with tea was associated with a lower risk of post-stroke dementia. “Coffee and tea are distinct beverages with both overlapping and different contents. One potential mechanism may be related to the combined protective role of the different antioxidants and other biological contents in these two beverages,” the study concluded.

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Fatigue that hampers daily activities is a major symptom of heart failure, the leading cause of U.S. hospitalization for people over 65. To explore inexpensive and accessible herbal treatments, researchers at the Aja University of Medical Sciences, in Tehran, Iran, divided 120 heart-failure patients into three groups: one received aromatherapy, breathing in lavender essence every day; another took 530 milligram capsules of valerian root extract daily; and the third group had conventional medical therapy with no herbal supplementation. After 15 days, fatigue was significantly reduced in both herbal groups, while individuals receiving only conventional care did not experience a noticeable relief in fatigue.

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HEALTH BRIEFS

Healthy Teeth Without Using Fluoride There’s a good reason boxes of Crest, Colgate and other major toothpaste brands come with warnings to keep the products away from kids younger than 6 and to call poison control if you swallow more than the pea-sized blob needed for brushing.

It’s the fluoride. Science has shown a wide range of its harms to human health, including thyroid dysfunction, lower IQ, cardiac issues, diabetes and more.

Yet, because many have come to believe it’s the best defense we have against tooth decay, it gets put into the drinking water of more than 70 percent of the U.S. population, along with many toothpastes and mouthwashes. It’s also delivered through supplements and many brands of sealants and tooth-colored filling material.

The Journal of Dental Research published a study showing that, at best, topical fluoride may help slow decay, but not actually prevent it. It’s a finding that raises the issue of whether this benefit is worth the risks fluoride pose to human health.

Of special concern is its toxicity to the brain, especially in children, whose brains are still developing. A recent series of studies by Christine Till and colleagues at York University has confirmed earlier research, persuasively showing that fluoride exposure does appear to lead to cognitive deficits in children.

Interestingly, it was the influence of the sugar industry that led mainstream dentistry to embrace fluoride as fiercely as it does. This was documented several years ago by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco. To take a truly preventive approach, after all, would mean telling people to quit sugar.

By quitting sugar and other refined carbs and starches, we effectively stop decay from developing. Those are the preferred foods of the bacteria that cause decay. Quitting sugar means starving those oral pathogens.

But that’s only half the equation when it comes to nutrition.

The other is to eat a nutrient-dense diet centered on whole and minimally processed foods. That way, we get the minerals and other nutrients needed to support the ongoing natural remineralization of our teeth, as well as the health of their supporting bone and gum tissue. Fluoride-free toothpastes that contain hydroxyapatite (HAP), the main mineral that makes up tooth enamel, have actually stood up to fluoride pastes when it comes to preventing caries (the clinical term for tooth decay).

Evidence suggests that two, zero-calorie sweeteners, xylitol and erythritol, may also help maintain a healthy oral environment. It’s not difficult to find chewing gum or mints made with one of the two.

Many botanical ingredients have likewise proven helpful in controlling harmful bacteria in the mouth—cinnamon, clove, eucalyptus, peppermint, lemongrass and more—and containing various combinations of these in fluoride-free toothpastes. At the same time, oral probiotics can be used to encourage the growth of helpful bacteria that help keep the bad guys in check.

All of these areas are helpful to consider. But number one on the list, if one really wants to stop decay from happening in the first place, is to kick the added sugars and refined carbs from one’s diet, replacing them with nutrient-dense whole foods.

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People of Faith Find Deep Connection to the Environment

As part of a process begun in 2018, the U.S. Department of Agriculture labeling rule for food products altered at the genetic level was finalized and implemented on January 1 to uphold the integrity of labeling claims and increase marketplace transparency.

Bioengineered food is defined as containing detectable genetic material modified by in vitro recombinant deoxyribonucleic acid techniques that could not have been modified through conventional breeding or found in nature. Crops include alfalfa, apples, canola, corn, cotton, eggplant, papaya, pineapple, potato, salmon, soybean, squash and sugar beets, and will be updated annually. The rule also applies to food products regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration under the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. Food labels must disclose that the food is bioengineered or contains a bioengineered food ingredient. Exemptions include small food manufacturers with annual sales of less than $2.5 million; food served in restaurants, delicatessens, food trucks, trains and airplanes; and products that contain an unavoidable or accidental presence of a bioengineered substance of up to 5 percent per each ingredient in the final product. Activist groups agree that extensive consumer education is required to avoid confusion.

Most of the world’s organized religious sects contain a doctrine or reference to preserving the environment.

Abrahamic religions view humans as stewards that have a unique responsibility to care for the planet.

Other faiths like Buddhism, Hinduism and many Indigenous traditions believe that while people need to take care of the planet, they are just one part of the larger ecosystem. The creation stories in Genesis call upon humans to be caretakers of creation and tenders of the garden.

Nona Siegel grew up in Montana, where she became aware of several mining projects. She notes that one of Judaism’s core beliefs is that the land belongs to the divine, and cites the Jewish ideal of tikkun olam, which means healing the world. Tempe, Arizona, Community Christian Church pastor Doug Bland, wearing a cardboard box painted brown, invites people to confess their ecological sins in a ritual he calls “ecofessionals”. Some participants say they fly too much on airplanes. Others say they don’t appreciate the environment enough. He is the executive director for Arizona Interfaith Power and Light, an organization that works to bring a spiritual response to the climate crisis with about 100 congregations of churches, mosques and synagogues. It’s one of 40 chapters nationwide calling for faith leaders and communities to get involved.

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Floating Families

In the coastal nation of the Netherlands, mostly built on reclaimed land—a third of which is below sea level—Amsterdam has around 3,000 registered houseboats on canals. A Rotterdam city official states, “Instead of seeing water just as an enemy, we see it as an opportunity.” The newest innovation, a floating house, can be constructed on any shoreline and is able to cope with rising seas or rain-induced floods by floating. Unlike houseboats, Dutch floating homes are fixed to the shore on steel poles, connected to the local sewer system and power grid. They are structurally similar to houses built on land, but instead of a basement, they have a concrete hull counterweight that keeps them stable.

In the Netherlands, the structures are often prefabricated, square-shaped, three-story townhouses built offsite with conventional materials like timber, steel and glass. For cities facing worsening floods and a shortage of buildable land, floating homes are one potential blueprint for how to expand urban housing in the age of climate change. These floating communities are inspiring projects in flood-prone countries such as French Polynesia and the Maldives. Siti Boelen, a Dutch television producer, says, “We feel safer in a storm because we are floating. I think it’s kind of strange that building on water is not a priority worldwide.”

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Because it is heat-resistant, extremely lightweight and relatively sturdy, Styrofoam is commonly used for takeout food and beverage containers, egg cartons, craft materials, home insulation and product packaging. The harm it causes to human health and the planet outweighs its convenience, however, and a growing number of cities in Asia, Europe and the U.S. have banned its use, including Minneapolis, Portland, Seattle, San Francisco, New York City and Washington, D.C. The word Styrofoam, which stands for a polystyrene plastic foam made from nonrenewable crude oil, is actually a trademark owned by the Dow Chemical Company in more than 90 countries. Despite city restrictions and growing concern over its safety, 3 million tons of it is produced every year in the U.S. Human Health Risks Two known toxins—benzene and styrene—are released during the manufacture of this puffed, #6 plastic. The toxins are also released whenever it is subjected to heat—by contact with a hot beverage or in the microwave, for example. In a 1986 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) study, styrene was detected in the fatty tissue of every man, woman and child tested. The tens of thousands of people that live and work in environments with high concentrations of styrene have higher instances of cancer, neurological issues, headaches, depression and fatigue, while chronic exposure to benzene is believed to cause blood disorders, negative reproductive effects and increased incidence of leukemia.

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Plant-based eating has seen an explosion in the past few years as consumers become increasingly aware of how their food choices impact their health and the environment and align with their ethics.

According to market research firm SPINS, plant-based eating is now a $7 billion market in the U.S., with $1.4 billion represented by plant-based meat. Consumers can now expect to see veggie burgers at the ballpark, vegan dairy at the cafe, tuna substitutes in every grocery store and a plant-based entrée at Michelin-starred restaurants.

Whether vegetarian, vegan or flexitarian, almost 40 percent of Americans are shifting to a plant-based diet, according to a 2018 Nielsen report. While a plant-based diet supplies essential nutrients and reduces the risk for some cancers, consumers now rank the health of the planet as their number one concern, overtaking personal health, which has been the top priority in recent years, according to market researcher Innova Market Insights. Such an eating regimen can lead to a more sustainable use of resources, combat climate change and help preserve biodiversity. According to a University of Illinois study published in the journal Nature Food, animal agriculture is responsible for 57 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions from food production, which accounts for 35 percent of all greenhouse gas emissions.

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Elysabeth Alfano, the founder of Plant Powered Consulting, sees a plant-based diet becoming a lifestyle as consumers demand a broader range of options. “It’s becoming increasingly normal to find plant-based foods and meat alternatives in every grocery store. Oat yogurt, seafood alternatives and vegan honey are now mainstream. People are seeing how inefficient and harmful meat production is and are making the connection between saving the environment and their lifestyle choices,” she says.

Alfano is also the co-founder and CEO of VegTech Invest, an investment management firm that is the first global exchange-traded fund of plant-based companies; it launched January 4 on the New York Stock Exchange, comprising 37 publicly traded companies actively innovating with plants and plant-derived ingredients, and producing products that are animal-free. “We believe that today’s investors want a more resource-efficient, climate-friendly and cruelty-free food and materials supply system, and want to invest their dollars in the same,” says Alfano.

DAIRY AND SEAFOOD ALTERNATIVES ABOUND In the grocery store, it’s never been easier to shop for plant-based options. Companies are getting creative and optimizing products that stand on their own merits, instead of just mimicking meat, fish and dairy. With alternatives such as oat, almond and even potato milk touting sustainable credentials, as well as a creamy texture, plant-based dairy is having a surge.

Sales in the plant-based seafood sector grew 23 percent from 2019 to 2020 according to market data from The Good Food Institute. Nestlé recently launched Vuna, a vegan tuna alternative made of pea protein, wheat gluten, rapeseed oil, salt and a flavor blend, and other companies are jumping on board as consumers are becoming more aware of the seafood industry’s environmental problems, particularly overfishing. While a handful are specializing in proteins derived from fermentation and others are developing lab-grown seafood, most are focusing on plant-based products.

Due to their fibrous consistency, jackfruit and yam root are ideal fish alternatives for fillets and sticks. Vegan fish stock, as well as plantbased scampi and king prawns, can be found in vegan grocery stores and such online shops as ShopVejii.com and GTFOItsVegan.com.

MUSHROOMS BECOME A PLANT-BASED SUPERFOOD Mushrooms are having a heyday due to their versatility, and companies are harnessing them as a source of fiber, protein and antioxidants. Meati.com is a Boulder-based startup that uses mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms, to create a whole-cut product that offers the protein of animal meat with the nutrients of fungi. “We believe that systemic change can start with people replacing animal meat even a couple of times a week. Eating Meati chicken or steak shouldn’t feel like a huge departure from animal products, and the nutrition offered is superior to any food out there,” says Christina Ra, vice president of marketing and communications. “People can enjoy eating Meati and feel great about how they’re nourishing their bodies.”

With $50 million in recent venture capital funding, the company is building an 80,000-square-foot production facility and plans to start selling its substitute chicken and beef in national markets later this year.

Meati has drawn on ancient, natural processes to grow clean, sustainable sources of nutrition. “Mycelium is an infinite, self-replenishing food source. Made from a closed-loop system, Meati uses less than 1 percent of the water and land needed for animal meat production,” says Ra. The company grows and harvests the mycelium indoors in stainless steel fermentation tanks using only water, sugar and nutrients. Unlike the animal agriculture industry, no antibiotics, growth hormones or pesticides are used.

VEGAN COACHING AND DELIVERY MAKE IT EASY For people that aren’t ready to experiment with plant-based cooking themselves, vegan and vegetarian meal-delivery services are popping up. One such program is Plantable.com, founded by

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Nadja Pinnavaia and designed to give clients the tools to transition into a plant-based lifestyle. Customers sign up online for either a seven- or 28-day program that includes daily shipped meals, one-on-one counseling through phone calls and texts, and lifestyle recommendations to form new habits. “Our goal is to make plant-based eating so tasty and effortless that it becomes a way of life,” Pinnavaia explains.

She says the idea behind Plantable, which is based in New York, but will ship anywhere in the country, is to make plant-based eating less of a barrier for people. “Most of our clients are either looking to kickstart a new lifestyle and don’t know how to begin, or they are busy and want the ease of prepared meals made from scratch with real, clean ingredients. Our menu is a whole-food, plant-based way of eating that is filled with fiber and packed with nutrients. We focus on legumes, tofu and nuts as sources of protein,” she says.

Pinnavaia, who holds a Ph.D. in quantum chemistry, became interested in food and nutrition after having too many family members diagnosed with cancers. Since launching

For people dining out, there is no shortage of plant-based options, and that goes beyond a salad and fries. Eleven Madison Park, in New York City, is the first vegan restaurant to receive a Michelin star. Even fast-food chains are getting on board, with McDonald’s introducing the McPlant burger and KFC debuting a Beyond Chicken made of soy and wheat.

Joe Hehl, the founder of Dragged Through the Garden, a Chicago-based company that

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consults with restaurants and breweries looking to expand vegan options, has seen an uptick in interest. “Adding a plant-based option or two on the menu can absolutely set some new eyes on a restaurant’s operation.

Now this place will show up in searches for ‘restaurants with vegan options’ and appeal to an audience who potentially wouldn’t have eaten there otherwise. Plus, it’s not super-costly on the bottom line,” he explains.

He adds that the availability of meat substitutes on a menu, such as an Impossible Burger, makes it easy for people trying to cut down on their meat intake.

“Mainstream substitutes are a little more accessible than something like a bowl of quinoa to someone who is not vegan. This new era of plant-based burgers offers an alternative for those who want to wind down their meat intake, but are unsure how to start,” he says.

Hehl also offers clients recipes and guides for recreating vegan versions of traditional fast food and kitsch menus. Past recipes have included a Vegan Philly Cheesesteak and the Vegan Chorizo Sloppy Joe, for which he offers step-by-step instructions and encourages followers to have fun and experiment with ingredients such as oat milk.

“I grew up in a very meat-and-potatoes household and had no knowledge of cooking whatsoever. As I learned about some of the benefits of a plant-based diet, I decided to embrace it as a challenge to myself,” he says. “My favorite plant-based ingredients to use are garlic powder and smoked paprika! Some people are eating plant-based ingredients without even realizing it.”

Consumers have no shortage of options as plant-based eating and lifestyle choices continue to go mainstream. Companies are meeting the demand with creative, sustainable products and services that are better for the planet, healthier for the body and allow people to align their values with their purchases. As the interest increases, new innovations are likely to explode on the scene and the plant-based followers are ready.

Plantable in 2016, she has observed more clients coming in on their doctor’s recommendation. “We’re seeing a shift towards more consumer-driven health care, where doctors are understanding that meal planning and nutrition are critical to overall health.

The community in general is also taking more ownership of their own health and gaining more knowledge of the benefits of a plant-based diet,” she says.

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CONSCIOUS EATING

Easing into a Vegan Lifestyle

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Today’s wide availability of vegan meat substitutes in the grocer’s freezer helps break the ice for people that want to experiment with plant-based foods. The taste, convenience and quality of these products has improved greatly over the past decade, but like many convenience foods, some packaged faux meat products can be high in sodium or fillers. While packaged, meat-alternative products are ideal for a tasty occasional treat, there’s a whole world of options beyond the freezer aisle for those that want to expand their vegan palates.

Arielle and Brandon Hawthorne, co-owners of Twisted Plants, a popular, plant-based restaurant in the Milwaukee area, make their vegan food approachable by creating plant-based foods that mimic everyday, non-plant-based options. “I think that motivates people to try it because they feel they can still have the same flavor and taste they’re used to, but in a healthier version,” Arielle says. They use items like jackfruit, a species of tree in the fig family, which takes on the taste and consistency of pulled pork when shredded and marinated in sauces or spices.

Going plant-based does not mean going without. Del Sroufe, a vegan chef based in Columbus, Ohio, culinary specialist at the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutritional Studies and author of the Forks Over Knives companion cookbook, recommends that people craft satisfying, plant-based entrées at home by starting with recipes they like, and then looking for plant-based versions of those. “If you like pizza, you can still have pizza. If you like Italian cuisine, there are plenty of Italian recipes,” he says.

Priyanka Naik, a self-taught Indian vegan chef, Food Network champion and author of the new vegan cookbook The

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The concept of protein at the center of every dinner plate has been ingrained in American culture. Dismantling that perspective opens up a whole new world and encourages thinking about vegetarian and vegan food in a new light, Naik says.

Sroufe adds that we often believe we won’t get enough protein from plant-based foods. “There’s been a lot of science to refute that. The World Health Organization has identified people that exist healthfully on less than 6 percent protein in their diets.”

Fruits, vegetables and grains are often more economical than packaged convenience foods, especially when purchased from local farmers markets. Pasta, rice and beans, which can be purchased in bulk, are budget-friendly. Naik cooks with the objective of putting vegetables at the forefront, using her Indian ancestry and global influences to make veggies the star of the show.

Cauliflower and eggplant can be prepared in “steak” form as a main course or stand in as healthier versions of pub-food appetizers like buffalo chicken wings. For those craving meatier flavors, chickpea flour becomes crumbly when water is added, effecting a good substitute for ground beef. Adding chipotle, cumin and other seasonings emulates taco meat. “Chickpea flour is high in protein and is used in a lot of Indian cuisine,” Naik says. “You can buy the flour or grind dry chickpeas to make the flour.”

Jackfruit adapts easily to myriad recipe styles. Sroufe notes it can be used in dumplings and tacos. Hawthorne also uses it to make vegan ribs and in beef-style stews.

Don’t toss that banana peel—Naik says using clean, organic banana peels after the flesh has been removed is a zero-waste approach to plant-based eating. Cooks can shred the peel with a fork and sauté it with soy sauce and other spices to mimic pulled meat.

Tofu gets a bad rap, Sroufe says, noting that many people worldwide eat soy products without experiencing digestive issues.

He often uses tofu for a number of presentations. “Silken tofu can be used to make pudding. Crumbled tofu can be substituted for ricotta in lasagna, or you can marinate tofu to make bacon for sandwiches. It’s a good, filling food.”

Sroufe also uses millet as a base for meatloaf, meatballs and sloppy joes. Several mushroom varieties have meaty textures, and when battered and fried, they emulate fried chicken. Hawthorne also uses mushrooms as a meat replacement in Philly cheese steak sandwiches. Seitan, made with a vital wheat gluten base, can be used for meatballs.

By experimenting with an array of vegetables, grains, nuts and seeds to create balanced textures and flavors, even the choosiest omnivores won’t miss the meat.

BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER BITES

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This healthier version of buffalo wings is meat-free and baked instead of fried, but full of flavor and spice. It can be eaten plain or, as Sroufe recommends, as a Buffalo Po’ Boy sandwich, served on a whole-grain hoagie or sandwich buns with cabbage and peanut slaw. ½ cup water ¼ cup almond butter ½ cup red hot sauce, plus extra for tossing with the cooked bites ¾ cup whole-wheat pastry flour ¼ cup nutritional yeast 1½ Tbsp granulated garlic 1 large-head cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets (about 6 cups) Preheat the oven to 375° F. Combine everything except the cauliflower in a large bowl.

Mix well. Add the cauliflower florets and toss until thoroughly coated.

Place the coated florets on a nonstick baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Toss with extra red hot sauce if desired.

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Modern Tiffin, advises to gradually start a plant-based diet with one meat-free day per week and then increase. She adds that when eating out, opt for vegetarian or vegan options to be sure a plantbased lifestyle is sustainable outside of the home kitchen.

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ONE-PAN SKILLET EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA Inspired by the Italian restaurants of her Staten Island neighborhood while growing up, Naik has created a vegan version of this Italian favorite.

slices (meat side should be tender and able to pierce with a fork).

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Sprinkle with a bit of kosher salt, cover with the lid and cook another 4 to 5 minutes.

Eggplant should be very soft, fork tender and cooked, but not falling apart. Remove from pan.

1 Tbsp neutral oil (such as canola or vegetable oil) 1 medium-sized Italian eggplant, split in half lengthwise 2 tsp olive oil 1 tsp Calabrian chili oil 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped 1 sprig of fresh oregano 1 cup of jarred marinara sauce

1 sprig of fresh basil (extra for garnishing) 3-4 Tbsp water 1 Tbsp sugar 1 Tbsp tomato paste 1 tsp red pepper flakes 4 slices vegan mozzarella ⅓ cup plain breadcrumbs Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Pour about 1 Tbsp neutral oil into a medium or large nonstick skillet. Heat over medium-high flame. Meanwhile, score the meat of the eggplant in crosshatches. Do not to cut all the way through the skin.

Place eggplant slices meat side down into the hot skillet and cover with a lid. After 3 to 4 minutes, check the eggplant to be sure it’s turning golden brown; if it looks charred, lower the heat. Cover with lid and continue cooking for another 5 minutes. Flip eggplant

Lower heat slightly and pour in olive oil and Calabrian chili oil. Once hot, add garlic, sautéing until slightly golden. Add the sprig of oregano.

Once super-fragrant, pour in the jar of sauce and a sprig of basil and water. Lower the heat to medium-low. Add sugar, tomato paste, salt, black pepper and chili flakes.

Mix until incorporated and smooth. Once the sauce starts bubbling, add eggplants meat side-up.

Cover the lid and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.

Put cheese slices on top of the eggplant and close with the lid. While the cheese is melting, toast breadcrumbs in a separate pan. Sprinkle in salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toast until golden brown and crispy. Turn off heat.

Remove lid from eggplant and once cheese is fully melted, top with breadcrumbs and fresh basil, and remove from heat. Serve with Italian crusty bread.

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There are several benefits to eating chocolate, according to Mike Collins, co-owner of Brooks Collins Chocolate.

According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, many products with chocolate have “antioxidants and heart-healthy qualities,” Chocolate can also help stave off diabetes, enhance brain function, and lower stress levels.

However, not all chocolate is the same when it comes to providing health benefits, Collins says. Dark chocolate is the healthiest when compared to white chocolate, milk chocolate, and dark chocolate, he explains, adding that an easy way to gauge how healthy and dark a chocolate product is looking at the amount of cocoa it contains.

“The higher the cocoa content, the better it is for you. Something that contains 70 percent cocoa will taste very bitter, but it is better for your health and wellness,” Collins says. “Most white chocolate is not good for you. Although milk chocolate has some benefits, they are nowhere near what you would get from dark chocolate.”

Although dark chocolate is better for you than the other types of chocolate, it does not mean one should start gorging on dark chocolate candy bars filled with fillings like caramel and nougat every day. But rest assured, most people can have more than a pea-sized piece of dark chocolate daily.

Chocolate-covered strawberries and chocolate-covered blueberries have become increasingly popular in New Jersey over the past few years. The former fruit can help increase good cholesterol levels, lower blood pressure, and help protect against cancer. The latter fruit helps manage blood pressure and can assist those with diabetes in bringing the condition under control, that website also says.

“Lately, I’ve also noticed people putting spices into their chocolate to make it spicy,” Collins adds. “Chocolate bombs, whereby a round ball of chocolate the width of a coffee mug is dropped into a mug of hot milk, are also gaining in popularity.”

Collins says he has seen chocolate-coated-just-about-everything in his 30 years of making sweet treats. The “most bizarre food item” he has seen covered in chocolate is beef jerky.

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The Benefits of a Raw Food Diet

by Abbe Lang Fruits and vegetables give us nutrients like vitamins and minerals, fiber, enzymes and phytochemicals that are necessary for metabolism and preservation. A raw food diet has more advantages than an animal-based one because our body needs enzymes to function at optimum levels. As a certified life and health coach, I follow a raw food diet until 4 p.m. and realize numerous benefits.

Enzymes and nutrients are the main reasons for adopting a raw food diet. When we cook our food, we destroy most of the enzymes and beneficial nutrients in our food, but we can get the enzymes our body needs from a raw food diet.

Eating a raw food diet is a great way to detox the body of harmful toxins we are exposed to daily. Incorporate raw foods into meals and gradually decrease the cooked foods. Many health benefits can be experienced including better focus, increased energy levels, natural weight loss, clearer skin, stronger hair, healthier nails, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, reduced risk of diabetes and consumption of less saturated fat and sodium.

Energy levels will increase more easily because the body is able to absorb all the nutrients and enzymes, in a natural way.

Foods like bread, pasta, meat, dairy and fats can be addictive, but they serve up empty calories that are low in nutrients compared to fruits and vegetables in a raw food diet. Many people believe that since fruit equals sugar, it will elevate blood sugar levels. We are ancient bodies living in a modern world that is not built to digest the processed foods that line our grocery store shelves.

10 MORE REASONS TO TRY A RAW FOOD DIET: Raw nutrients are absorbed easier by the body and are nutrient-dense – This is why raw food is often called “live food”.

Eliminate cravings – When the body gets what it needs to function properly, cravings for unhealthy food(s) come naturally.

More fiber – which will help one stay full longer and lose weight.

Improved health – We can improve our health, reverse and even cure ourselves when we give our body the vitamins and minerals it needs.

Anti-aging – Since raw food is packed with nutrients including antioxidants, they can help prevent free radicals (toxins, chemicals and pollutants) from attacking our healthy cells; hence, slowing down the aging process from the inside out.

Consistent energy – Eating raw food helps keep energy levels on a more even keel throughout the day.

Better digestion – The fiber in raw foods helps to clean your gut and aid with digestion.

Reduced pesticides – It’s always best to consume raw food that’s organic. However, this will help reduce harmful substances such as pesticides and herbicides in the environment.

No additives – Raw food is free of preservatives, artificial colorings, additives, refined sugar and MSG. Gluten-free – Raw foods are gluten-free which can help heal our gut.

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Holy Cow!

A Guide to the Ever-Expanding Milk Aisle

by Jaycee Miller

We all have to make tough decisions once in a while when we are grocery shopping. Many of us have stewed for several minutes in the pasta aisle wondering if we should get fettuccine or spaghetti, or pondered in the cereal aisle as to which flavor of oatmeal sounds the most delicious.

Further, those of us that have been in a dairy aisle in the past few years have probably marveled at the many options available.

Therefore, it’s important to know the differences between some of these milks and which ones may do us the most good.

Almond milk (and other nut-based milk like cashew, macadamia, pistachio) Nut-based milk has a low amount of protein than soy milk; adding this milk can fill a void some people watching their calorie intake may encounter.

Almond milk is often recommended for those that want a low-calorie beverage other than water because the unsweetened variety only has 30 calories a cup. This milk is usually fortified with calcium and vitamin D, which help reduce the risk for heart disease and boost immune health.

Oat milk One cup of oat milk has about four grams of protein; this milk’s creamy and rich texture makes it a favorite for some to add to their coffee.

For those that aren’t coffee drinkers, YummyInspirations.net shows how to make hot chocolate with it. And if we can put oat milk in coffee, we are willing to bet we can put it in certain kinds of hot tea.

Flax milk Flax milk contains omega-3 fatty acids, which are good for our hearts.

For those of us looking for eight grams of protein in our cups of flax milk, make sure to buy a brand of it that is enriched with pea protein. Otherwise, flax milk is generally similar in nutrition to nut-based milk and thus is not a good source of protein.

Soy milk Sharon Collison, a clinical instructor of nutrition at the University of Delaware, says the amount of protein in soy milk is usually “the same as cow’s milk,” or about eight grams per cup. Generally speaking, soy milk has the most protein of all plant-based milk.

Proteins have multiple health benefits, like lowering appetite and hunger levels, boosting muscle mass and strength, and aiding healing after injury.

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Rice milk Rice milk does not have any protein. It depends on calcium and vitamin D for its nutritional punch.

However, it has a higher calorie count than almond milk, so unless someone has many allergies or food intolerances, there are no real benefits to drinking it.

Jaycee Miller is a freelance writer and researcher living in New Jersey.

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by Marlaina Donato At first glance, it seems harmless to sit at a desk all week and then dive into gardening, hiking, shooting some hoops or playing softball with the kids. We think nothing of it until that pulled hamstring, stiff shoulder or painful knee makes itself known, slowing us down for a few days or weeks. At the other end of the spectrum, weekend warrior injuries can be more serious, taking months and even surgery to be resolved.

With prevention, simple exercises and minimal investment of time, most suffering can be avoided. Recovery time can be shortened by integrating traditional first-aid approaches with complementary modalities like homeopathy, herbal remedies, essential oils and supplements.

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Maintaining our cars prevents them from breaking down on the highway, and our bodies are no different. Muscles are meant to move regularly, and if we’re doing our part, the body will be stronger, more flexible and less prone to sprains, strains and chronic pain. “Common causes of injury are not warming up the body before exercising, pushing yourself before you are ready, not taking enough rest, improper form and not listening to aches or pains,” says New Jersey fitness trainer and mindset coach Nadia Murdock. She stresses the importance of exercising regularly three to five times a week to improve muscle strength, increase endurance and transport oxygen and nutrients where they are needed most in the body. “With this routine under your belt, you can find more comfort in tackling an adventurous weekend without pain or injury.”

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stiffness in a joint can set us up for trouble down the road. “The ‘no pain, no gain’ mindset is definitely not beneficial over the long run for health maintenance,” says physical therapist Brennan Hussey. In his private practice in Evergreen, Colorado, and Appleton, Wisconsin, Hussey most often sees weekend warrior mishaps that target the lower back, shoulder, hip and knee. Identifying unhealthy habits and compromised alignment can prevent ongoing issues, he says, and a head-to-toe evaluation and approach are key.

“Pain is obviously what brings people in for treatment most often, but if I treat with pain as the focus, I will miss the dysfunction that’s actually causing the pain response,” he says. “I’ve found handson, or manual, therapy best treats the various dysfunctions that cause pain, whether chronic or acute, and usually within a very low number of visits.”

TIPS TO PREVENT INJURY ADVICE FROM FITNESS TRAINER NADIA MURDOCK: Start with a gentle warmup if you are stretching before your workout. This helps to loosen up the joints and improves the blood flow to the muscles in your body. Try incorporating a few jumping jacks or a minute of running in place. Avoid bouncing in the stretch; hold the stretch for at least 20 seconds and don’t rush it.

A few simple moves: FORWARD LUNGE: Kneel on one knee, place the other leg forward at a 90-degree angle, making sure the knee is over the ankle. Lean into the movement to feel the stretch in the inner thigh.

Hold for at least 20 seconds and then switch legs.

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FIRST-AID AND RECOVERY ESSENTIALS RICE—rest, ice, compression and elevation—is the name of the game when injury strikes, but adding essential oils to a first-aid and recovery regimen can offer significant benefits. Diluted external use of lavender, cypress and eucalyptus can minimize bruising, pain and swelling. Essential oils are also reliable allies for dealing with general discomfort after an active weekend.

“In my 30 years using essential oils, plus raising two active boys, I’ve found that the most effective way to use essential oils for post-activity soreness is with topical application,” says Liz Fulcher, a clinical aromatherapist and owner of the Aromatic Wisdom Institute, in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania. “Specifically, I add 15 to 20 drops of essential oil into one fluid ounce of unscented lotion or cream, which is a 5 percent dilution—too strong for all-over use, but great for spot application of topical issues. Apply the blend into the affected area as often as needed for approximately two days.”

Her powerhouse favorites for aches and pains include German chamomile (M. chamomilla), helichrysum (H. italicum), ginger (Z. officinale), black pepper (P. nigrum), frankincense (B. carterii), lavender (L. angustifolia) and tea tree (M. alternifolia). For open wounds, she reaches for the distilled herbal waters known as hydrosols to wash the area before applying lavender and tea tree to avoid infection. Helichrysum essential oil is remarkable for bruises and other topical trauma, she says.

According to a 2016 review of studies in the American Journal of Therapeutics, soft tissue injuries respond well to immediate and subsequent internal use of the homeopathic remedy Arnica Montana 30x, as well as topical arnica in the form of gels, oils and sprays.

Remedies like Ruta graveolens and Rhus tox offer further support for sprains and strains. Bolstering the diet with anti-inflammatory spices and supplements like turmeric, vitamin C with bioflavonoids, vitamin E with mixed tocopherols, bromelain, borage and flaxseed oil can also provide support.

In the end, maintaining an active lifestyle all week long can lower the risk of needless suffering. “With consistent movement, you will understand how your body moves and responds to certain conditions.

This will start to create a deeper understanding of what your body can tolerate,” advises Murdock. “The biggest takeaway is consistency.”

STANDING QUAD STRETCH: If you need additional support in this stretch, you can use a wall or chair. Raise one foot behind you; on the same side of the body, reach back to grab your foot at the ankle and pull it toward your seat, stretching the thigh. Keep the knees close and square your hips by keeping them forward. Hold for at least 20 seconds. Repeat on the other side.

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HEALTHY KIDS

Beyond Picky Eating Help for Pediatric Eating Disorders

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Most kids go through food phases and bouts of fussiness during mealtime, but more serious problems can lurk beneath the surface of such all-too-common behaviors. Eating disorders are often associated with teen and adult females, but children of any gender under 12 can be afflicted with anorexia nervosa, bulimia and other conditions unique to younger kids.

“Eating disorders used to be primarily a college-aged issue; now eating disorders show up in young teens and even children as young as 5 years old,” says Marcia Herrin, a dietitian and nutritional counselor in Lebanon, New Hampshire, and author of Nutrition Counseling in the Treatment of Eating Disorders and co-author of The Parent’s Guide to Eating Disorders.

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family. Current research has broadened the medical definition, allowing earlier diagnosis and prevention, reports the New York City-based National Eating Disorders Association.

MORE THAN BODY IMAGE While eating disorders are fueled by many factors, each child is an individual, and so any child’s struggles around food will be particular to them. Herrin, the founder of the Dartmouth College Eating Disorders Prevention, Education and Treatment

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program, says, “It is important for parents to know that the main risk factor for developing an eating disorder is genetic. This means some children are genetically at risk and others are not.”

The fires of predisposition can be fueled by “body dissatisfaction, dieting and involvement in activities that favor thinness, such as dance, gymnastics and running,” says Herrin, adding that the disorder defies stereotypes. “Because a child is male or has always been on the heavier side doesn’t mean that child is immune from developing an eating disorder.”

Being repelled by foods with certain colors, tastes, textures or smells and having phobias around vomiting or choking are often catalysts to disorders. “Extreme picky eating that leads to restricting food intake is now considered an eating disorder in its own right, called avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID),” says Herrin. “The main difference between the child restricting food intake because of anorexia nervosa and the child with ARFID is that those with ARFID don’t care about weight or have body image issues.”

For Cassandra Lenza, an eating disorder therapist and the owner of Healing on Hudson, in Hoboken, New Jersey, the lasting imprints of a pervasive “diet culture” cannot be ignored. “The main and persistent risk factor for the development of eating disorders is early dieting,” she says. “Children under 12 who are dieting or exposed to dieting in their environment are more susceptible to the development of eating disorders than children who are not.”

It is imperative, she says, that parents model healthy eating and provide a child with the tools for success.

A WHOLE-CHILD APPROACH Cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness training and yoga have been shown in studies to help both children and adults to process critical emotions, thoughts and eating patterns. Lenza attests to the effectiveness of holistic, multidisciplined care for reversing the common effects of eating disorders like exhaustion and gastrointestinal, hormonal or cognitive impairment. “We recommend a three-pronged treatment approach for all children which includes working with a therapist who treats eating disorder behavior, a registered dietitian who can help nutritionally and a pediatrician who can monitor the child medically,” she says.

Habits and bonds within the family unit go a long way toward prevention. “Having a family dinner most days of the week substantially reduces the risk of a child developing an eating disorder,” says Herrin. For recovery, she advises, “The most effective treatment for children up to age 19 is family-based treatment (FBT). In FBT, clinicians show parents how to help their child eat enough to restore health. The type of eating that is most effective is good old-fashioned meals with plenty of calories from carbs, fat and protein.”

With observant parents and quality care, children have a brighter future. “The early signs are often subtle,” counsels Herrin.

“Trust your intuition.”

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by Jaycee Miller For busy parents running from work, kids’ activities and their seemingly endless list of commitments, grabbing something fast for dinner is sometimes the most convenient option. When doing so, we can make some healthier choices. Here are some top picks from the kids’ menus at many of our area fast-food establishments.

CHICK-FIL-A Grilled Nuggets Kids Meal, 190 to 220 calories Grilled Chick-Fil-A Nuggets, fruit side and low-fat milk CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL Build Your Own Kids Meal, 570 calories 2 Soft Tacos, Chicken, Brown Rice, Fresh Tomato Salsa and Romaine Lettuce; side of fruit PANERA BREAD Kids Turkey Sandwich, 280 calories Oven-roasted turkey, cheddar cheese, whole-grain bread KFC Drumstick Kids Meal, 240 calories Grilled Chicken Drumstick, Applesauce, Green Beans and 1 percent milk WENDY’S Grilled Chicken Wrap, 600 Calories Grilled Chicken wrap, Apple Bites and Honest fruit punch DUNKIN’ DONUTS Egg White Veggie Wake Up Wrap, 150 calories Egg whites, mixed peppers, flour wrap STARBUCKS Egg Bites, 170 to 310 calories With a couple of swaps, we can come up with healthy options at most if not all of the aforementioned fast-food restaurants.

Whatever is decided for lunch or dinner today, and no matter where you go to get it, bon appétit.

Jaycee Miller is a freelance writer and researcher living in New Jersey.

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HEALING WAYS

Burnout Recovery Ways to Reset and Find Balance

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“I’ll sleep when I die,” Kristina Shea used to joke about her three hours of nightly shut-eye. In retrospect, she says ruefully, “It almost became a reality.” Her hectic life as a single, widowed mother juggling her child’s needs, a high-powered career, university classes, fitness teaching and a two-hour work commute came to an abrupt stop eight years ago when she got off an escalator in the Toronto business district and collapsed. “It was burnout which manifested into physical symptoms such as extreme high blood pressure, red rashes, eczema and even a brain cyst,” she recalls.

“I was emotionally and physically drained, with little joy left for life.”

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Determined to reset, she switched jobs, prioritized sleep, practiced yoga, meditated and took long nature walks. When COVID-19 shutdowns hit and she was laid off, she was at a loss, but rebounded, and inspired by her own healing process, started a CBD-enhanced natural skincare product line. “Still to this day, it is an active healing process,” she says. “It is very easy to go back to old patterns of behavior.”

Burnout, once primarily a workplace concern, is turning into a societal norm.

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American employees, 52 percent reported feeling burned out in a March 2021 study, with two-thirds saying it had worsened during the pandemic. Belgian researchers found parental burnout in the U.S. to be among the highest in the world—even before COVID-19 closed schools. Record numbers of healthcare workers, caregivers and therapists report feeling physically, mentally and emotionally exhausted, with grave implications for those they are helping. Over time, burnout can bring on such health consequences as depression, insomnia, cardiovascular disease and immune disorders.

Turning around burnout requires a simple

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“Until we stop and literally look at what we are doing, we remain on the hamster wheel.”

– Eileen McDargh first step. We must admit what’s going on, says Eileen McDargh, author of Burnout to Breakthrough and an executive coach in Dana Point, California. “Until we stop and literally look at what we are doing, we remain on the hamster wheel,” she says. “And then, we must listen to what our head is saying to us, and perhaps even more important, what our heart—our intuition—is telling us. The heart knows the truth.”

From this self-assessment, other steps can follow, she says, such as asking, “What can I change about this? What can I avoid?

What can I amend? And what—at least for the short term—can I accept?” A stressful situation can also be proactively reframed by viewing it as a challenge, a learning opportunity, a way to help others or as having a higher purpose. Other helpful strategies include: ACCESS POINTS OF JOY. By asking ourselves what three specific activities or things truly make us feel alive, engaged and happy, we can figure out how to work them into our days and restructure our life. In one study, physicians that spent about 20 percent of their time—roughly one day a week—on the activity they found the most meaningful had half the rate of burnout as those spending less time on those pursuits.

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Shea concurs, “When we take the time to just be, feel gratitude, the sun on our face, this helps rewire the way we think—and we can then begin to heal our bodies.”

Health writer Ronica O’Hara can be contacted at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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People are always striving to improve the quality of life for their pets. For some, this means making homemade dog and cat food or buying meat directly from a local butcher, but not all pet parents have the necessary time, space or finances. While there are better quality kibble and canned pet foods available today than in the past, along with frozen raw and freeze-dried raw foods, an overwhelming volume of choices can confuse even the savviest consumer.

Cecille O’Brien Greenleaf, a holistic veterinarian in San Jose, California, advises pet parents to use the same criteria they do when shopping for human food— look for the freshest, cleanest ingredients possible, a limited ingredient panel and no chemicals and pesticides.

“Look for human-grade ingredients that offer the most vitality,” she emphasizes.

She notes that some larger manufacturers have been caught using the least expensive ingredients they could find, including diseased animals that have been rejected from the human supply chain.

Ingredients on panels are listed by weight from highest to lowest, so the first one listed is the one that weighs the most. It should be pure meat— chicken, beef, venison or fish.

Proteins such as chicken liver, organ meat or eggs may follow.

“If there are many synthesized items in the ingredient list, that is to be avoided,” she says.

Frozen raw and dehydrated raw foods provide optimal nutrition while more closely mimicking pets’

SMALLER MANUFACTURERS EMPHASIZE QUALITY CONTROL Randi Ross owns the franchise in Campbell, California, for Ben’s Barketplace, a Northern California pet food store chain that specializes in quality foods for dogs and cats. She notes that corporate mergers and acquisitions over the years have put many large pet food brands that are carried at big-box stores into the hands of conglomerates that also produce candy, soap and other non-pet products. This can lead to lack of oversight and quality control issues.

Many smaller, specialty pet food stores carefully screen the brands they carry. They offer products made by smaller companies that produce just pet food and embrace a holistic, farmto-table philosophy regarding how they source their ingredients and manufacture their foods.

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To compensate, synthesized vitamins are often sprayed onto the finished product, similar to how many children’s breakfast cereals are produced, she explains.

When purchasing kibble, look for brands that are minimally processed and provide vitamins directly from the ingredients; a long list of supplements on an ingredient list means the food has been highly processed.

There has been recent debate within the animal care community as to whether grain-free diets are more helpful or harmful to pets. O’Brien Greenleaf notes the jury is still out on how some grains affect pets or whether grain-free diets are better. “It depends on how contaminated or genetically modified the grains are, and whether grains agree with your pet,” she says. Testing is now available to help determine ingredients to which a pet may be allergic.

She also recommends adding high-quality fish oil to pet’s food to help quell inflammation that can cause skin issues and other disorders.

in which the U.S. Food and Drug Administration found chemical contaminants in vegetable proteins imported from China used as ingredients in pet food, prompted many people to look for “Made in the United States” on packages. However, even if a brand is labeled as American- or North American-made, it doesn’t necessarily mean all of the ingredients were sourced from America, Ross says.

Freeze-dried raw meal toppers and pour-over broths have become popular ways to add nutrition and flavor to kibble. When purchasing those products, she says, the same rules apply as when shopping for food: look for single or limited-ingredients on product panels and be wary of excessive filler ingredients like corn or wheat.

“We help educate people on the true cost of pet ownership,” Ross says.

“Spending a little more money now on high-quality pet food ultimately keeps dogs and cats healthier, reducing the need for veterinarian visits, pharmaceuticals and antibiotics.”

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WISE WORDS

Ann Armbrecht

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What surprised you the most in your journey around the world tracking the herbal supply chain?

I was surprised by the level of mechanization and scale, and the careless way plants were often handled—sometimes stored in open sacks and huge piles, with one type of plant spilling into another without controls for moisture and rodents. But I was also surprised to discover my own naiveté about the supply chain. These were both important realizations to help me come to a more nuanced, realistic assessment of the challenges the different stakeholders face in bringing herbs to market.

What should consumers consider when purchasing herbal products?

Alternative medicine and health care frame wellness as a personal choice, focused on the individual’s health, yet we have a responsibility back to the plants that heal us and the people who care for them. We can’t be well unless the planet is well.

By purchasing an herbal product that has been produced in ways that care for the Earth and local communities, we can start to heal the planet and address social inequities.

Purchasing Organic Certified products is a start. Someone I met at Organic India said every time you have a cup of herbal tea that isn’t certified organic, it’s like steeping a cup of pesticides. It doesn’t make any sense to consume something for its medicinal properties that has been made with pesticides or chemical fertilizers.

Certified Organic is not a perfect system—no certification is—but it operates as a stand-in for relationships and trust. These herbs change hands up to 15 times to get to a consumer, so there has to be a way to keep a paper trail and ensure product integrity. When consumers ask for Certified Organic, it signals to the marketplace that sustainability matters and helps drive change in the industry.

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Writer and anthropologist Ann Armbrecht explores the relationship between humans and the planet, notably through her work with plants and plant medicine. Her book The Business of Botanicals: Exploring the Healing Promise of Plant Medicines in a Global Industry tells the stories of the people and places behind the global industry of herbal products which are largely invisible to the consumers that spend $9 billion annually on them. Armbrecht is the director of the American Botanical Council Sustainable Herbs Program and is co-producer of the documentary film Numen: The Nature of Plants, inspired by her experience studying herbal medicine with herbalist Rosemary Gladstar. Although her current work focuses on the herb industry, she is interested in broader questions about how the purchasing choices everyday citizens make impact the world. Armbrecht is also the author of the memoir Thin Places: A Pilgrimage Home, based on her time conducting ethnographic research in Nepal and her continued questioning of culture and community back home in the U.S.

Seeking out fair trade products is also great when possible. The FairWild certification, for example, works toward ecological, social and economic sustainability in the supply chain of wild-collected products.

What key trends are you seeing in the herbal industry?

There is a trend toward regenerative farming, which focuses on issues like how cultivating plants affects soil and biodiversity.

There is also a new focus on social equity for people growing and collecting herbs, as many of them are living on the fringes of society in precarious situations. We are doing case studies to look at details like how the structure of contracts and timing of payments affect smallholder herb farmers so we can make appropriate recommendations and hold companies accountable.

What gives you the most hope about the herbal industry right now?

The people I got to know in my travels are working really hard to take care of the plants and of the communities to bring a sense of ethics, equity and transparency into the system. A lot of money is made at the very end of the value chain and not at the source.

Individuals and companies in the industry are working to address these imbalances.

More consumers are asking questions and becoming empowered citizens, and that also gives me hope. When I studied herbal medicine, what was most powerful for me was learning simple ways to take care of myself and my then-1-year-old daughter. Learning to make these simple remedies was deeply empowering. Without that knowledge, it’s easy to be overwhelmed walking through the supplement aisle of the drugstore, not knowing where to begin other than to read labels and try to compare one marketing claim to another.

Taking steps to learn more about herbs and where they come from helps people make a shift from consumer to citizen. That level of engagement also brings more meaning and connection, which people are hungering for.

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While Eating Healthy

by Matt Preston

We should never bite off more than we can chew when it comes to food and nutrition, and we welcome, in advance, shoehorning that idiom into this initial suggestion. This is all to say that eating healthy isn’t always that clear cut, but, it’s certainly as easy to do so today as it’s ever been. However, there are still aspects of attempting to really dig into what we’re consuming that should be looked at twice.

First, if someone is unable to pronounce one of the ingredients of boxed macaroni, either to oneself or out loud, that’s a problem. If one of the components of the Wendy’s French fries sounds like it should be a science fiction character, that’s also a problem. If we notice that the pear we wanted to treat ourself to was washed with a chemical that has more consonants than a Soviet Union-era East German car lot, that’s probably a problem, too.

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Thankfully, there are plenty of solutions, and more than likely no more than a few feet away. Whether the smart phone or computer, not much time has to be put into learning what constitutes too much high-fructose corn syrup. (Hint: If it’s more than zero, it’s too much.) So, researching what we’re eating or that of people we cook or shop for is as easy as ever. We may also want to engage a couple of sources at the same time, while also double-checking to make sure they don’t rhyme with “schmonsanto” as, well, I’ve probably said too much.

Speaking of big, faceless, agrochemical conglomerates that make the Umbrella Corporation look like a Ma ‘n Pa startup; if there’s too much marketing that goes into what one is eating, it’s suggested to give it another look. Making food choices shouldn’t involve a campaign for one’s attention and money the way our vote is

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sought after by hucksters in November. If the flop sweat on a company’s spokesperson is as prevalent as those getting sick in their “test group,” it’s probably not a bad idea to think twice before taking that bite.

That’s all to say it’s okay if there’s some marketing and advertising that goes into a new recipe or product. People want to know the benefits to eating it, if it’s tasty, where to buy it and so on. But keeping things simple can never be a negative thing, especially if the company is genuinely attempting to do right by their customers. Making a profit is great too, which allows them to keep doing good work, which should speak for itself as opposed to needing an entire team to do so.

At the same time; no real amount of explanations and/or doublespeak can explain why some components of food making are available here in the states and not outside our borders. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) can only be blamed for so long before we start to wonder why we get winded going up two steps, and yet our Latvian cousin just ran a 440 on his 75th birthday.

Now that’s not to say all Latvians are healthy and the FDA isn’t a slow-moving monolithic bureaucracy that can’t be bought, but it is to say it’s never a bad idea to look a little deeper into why certain ingredients are banned in other countries, but readily available here. Especially when smaller companies and producers specifically excise these components, it doesn’t hurt to look into why exactly that is.

In the end, this is all coming from a non-foodie vegetarian; so, to assume any real planning goes toward my at-home dinners beyond PBnJ minute rice and apple sauce would be inaccurate. But this simplicity is brought forth from years of getting lost in the minutia and why taking a simpler approach to eating should be just that—simple.

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Buying Local Boosts Health, the Economy and the Planet

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Throughout the nation, an estimated 8,000 farmers markets offer some of the freshest food available anywhere. Often open on weekend mornings or select weeknights, these nutritional meccas allow local farmers to sell their fruits, vegetables, eggs, meat and dairy directly to consumers, thereby providing an attractive business channel for them. “If you buy direct from a farmer, 97 cents of every dollar goes home with the farmer, whereas if you buy from a traditional grocery store, only 17 cents makes its way back to that farmer,” says Janie Maxwell, executive director of the Illinois Farmers Market Association.

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infuses economic capital into rural communities,” says Katie Myhre, technology research manager at the Farmers Market Coalition. “If we can focus on growing the capacity of our farms within our region and building consumer habits around what we can grow locally, that’s going to help our region become more resilient.”

This type of localized commerce offers environmental benefits, too. Produce

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from a local source carries a much smaller carbon footprint than one that travelled halfway across the country. “Farmers markets are uniquely positioned to encourage environmentally responsible farming by providing a solid economic platform to climate-positive farmers that are taking care of land and water quality,” Myhre asserts.

According to a study commissioned by the U.S. Farmers & Ranchers Alliance, 72 percent of consumers know “nothing” or “very little” about farming or ranching.

Farmers markets facilitate ongoing dialogues between growers and consumers, serving as valuable educational sites.

“Getting to know your farmer offers you an opportunity to ask questions directly to the person growing the product and make a choice accordingly, whereas when you go into grocery stores, you’re fed a lot of advertising and greenwash labeling with terms that you don’t understand,” Myhre says, adding, “While many small farmers decide not to go through the costly United States Department of Agriculture organic certification process, their farming practices are often just as clean or even more so, and at a farmers market, consumers are able to look the farmer in the eye and learn about their growing methods.”

Maxwell appreciates the opportunity to make an educated choice. “As a consumer, you have to decide what is your highest value. For me, the most compelling reason to shop at a farmers market is the peak, in-season, quality of the food, the incredible taste and nutrition that you get because it was freshly harvested and didn’t have to be transported over long distances.

The number of people that touch your food is significantly lower at a farmers market, so there’s less opportunity for it to be mishandled or cross-contaminated. It carries the name of the producer on it. This is their life’s work, and their reputation is on that label. I sense that there’s a real desire to ensure great quality and safety.”

Regularly buying fresh food from a farmers market allows families to get into

the habit of eating in season.

“Cooking seasonally allows you the opportunity to capture the incredible flavor profiles of what’s fresh. It has just been picked and tastes incredible—very different from the flavors you get from grocery store products that were produced someplace else, maybe even weeks or months ago,” Maxwell explains.

Myhre concurs: “If we can build our habits, cooking preferences and skills around those seasonal rhythms, that’s a really beautiful benefit. It’s awesome for me to know that these herbs were harvested yesterday. There’s also a wide diversity of products. You’re not going to see 12 varieties of squash at your big-box grocery store. I’m always surprised by what I see,

and it’s a really fun experience as somebody who loves food. Taking home really great-tasting products that were produced with so much care is a central benefit.”

For many, the farmers market is a community gathering. In addition to local growers, they often include cottage food vendors offering homemade jams and jellies, baked goods, sauces, preserved and pickled items and other delicious foods, as well as arts and crafts vendors and musical entertainment. “The wonderful thing about the farmers market is that it leads with joy,” Myhre says. “It’s fun. You don’t invite friends to the grocery store, but you might meet your friends for coffee at the farmers market.”

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Reasons to Go Organic

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The organic food movement goes beyond just a trend. It’s the future of food security and

a lack of available land for food production

climate change reduction. Locally sourcing fruit, veggies, meat and dairy is far superior

in the future.

to importing goods from hundreds or thousands of miles away. Further, choosing organic farmers will help take it to the next level for our health and that of the planet.

Many people imagine large swaths of land and massive tractors when they think of farming. These farms are industrial farms that use conventional farming methods.

We can also look at livestock farming and its similar effects on groundwater contamination. Large livestock farms create massive amounts of methane which releas-

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Additionally, these chemicals cause groundwater contamination.

mones that are harmful to humans. It also increases the toxicity of runoff from these farms. Eating less meat and supporting a

it easier for harmful chemicals to encroach our waterways. It’s an unsustainable method,

small livestock farmer can help deplete the

especially when it comes to food security. If there is a lack of fertile land, there’ll also be

amount of pollution.

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Also, many conventional farmers grow only one crop on the same soil year after year, which causes soil erosion. This decreases the availability of fertile land and makes

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Many environmentalists choose to become vegetarian because of these issues with industrial livestock farming. It’s a solid option for reducing the demand for factory-farmed meat. However, it is not the end-all-be-all. What counts is locally sourcing our goods. Quinoa flown in from Ecuador has just as detrimental an effect on the environment. Airplane pollution creates 5 percent of greenhouse gas emissions.

To go organic and locally sourced, keep in mind that not all farmers are certified organic, as the process is complex.

However, there are many sustainable, organic growers throughout South Jersey.

All we need to do is ask.

When we use organic practices in farming, there are significant benefits.

For one, organic farming practices often include soil building as opposed to soil eroding. Instead of synthetic fertilizer, organic farmers use compost to fortify their soil. Composting itself is a wonderfully environmentally friendly practice that keeps waste out of landfills, reducing greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

Local, organic, small farmers will implement safe, natural ways to deal with diseases and pests. They may do this through integrated pest management (IPM) or organic pesticides. IPM is desirable because it works with the ecology of the area being farmed. Farmers will release large amounts of beneficial insects to feed on harmful insects. For example, they will release ladybugs because they eat the dreaded aphid. Going organic ensures ecological integrity.

When we can, organic is the more ethical choice. When doing so, we choose not to put harmful chemicals into our bodies, nor do we choose to support unsustainable farming practices. Join the organic revolution, not just for oneself, but for future generations.

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Understanding a Healthier

Spring Cleaning

by Julia Snyder The weather is getting warmer, and the days are getting longer and as we are exposed to more sunlight, our dopamine and serotonin levels rise to boost our mood and motivation.

We are ready to clean out accumulated crust and dust from our minds and our homes after winter’s long sleep.

Spring cleaning can have many health benefits if we do it wisely. Cleaning dust and allergens can mean easier breathing and a stronger immune system and less exposure to toxins that accumulate in dust.

It can also be great exercise. Further reducing clutter can lessen anxiety, increase productivity, improve sleep, decrease injury from slips and falls and help us make better food choices.

With all these benefits, even Oscar the Grouch may be excited to bring out the vacuum. It’s important that we make a plan to keep cleaning healthy and avoid injury, respiratory and asthma symptoms, and toxic exposures from cleaners. n Make sure to take breaks, stretch and trust the body when it comes to lifting and repetitive movements. n Make sure to wear a mask when cleaning dusty spaces and use a mop or damp cloth to remove dust. n Ventilate well—open windows, turn on a fan. n Use cleaning products free of harmful chemicals or make them. n Get rid of air freshener sprays.

Unfortunately, many commercially available cleaning products contain ingredients that are linked to cancer, reproductive and metabolic harm, and asthma. It’s important to do homework when selecting cleaning products or invest in some supplies to DIY. According to the California Department of Health, ingredients of concern that have frequently been identified in cleaning products are quaternary ammonium chlorides, glycols and glycol ethers such as 2-butoxyethanol, ethanolamine, and some alcohols such as benzyl alcohol, ammonia and chlorinated hydrocarbons.

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Studies have identified household cleaning products to be associated with increased risk of asthma and wheezing in adults, adolescents and young children. The use of cleaning sprays at least once per week was associated with an increased risk of asthma. The highest risk being air freshener sprays. The American Lung association recommends using only cleaning products that don’t contain volatile organic compounds, fragrances, irritants or flammable ingredients and air fresheners should be avoided all together.

Chemicals in cleaning supplies can also act as endocrine disruptors. These are chemicals that can alter hormone signaling.

They can influence the thyroid, nervous system, reproductive system, digestive system and insulin function. In addition to the aforementioned chemicals, alkyphenols, parabens, phthalates, ethanolamides and cyclosiloxanes are potentially found in cleaning products and are correlated with increased risk of cancer, decreased fertility and diabetes.

Unfortunately, most cleaning product manufacturers do not disclose the ingredients of their cleaning products. Look for logos of independent organizations like ECOLOGO or Green Seal. Using a reliable database can also be extremely helpful. The Environmental Working Group, which provides its dirty dozen and clean 15 produce research, has an excellent searchable database at ewg.org/guides/cleaners.

For those that have more time and also want to save some money, consider making one’s own cleaning supplies. Many can be made with common kitchen items such as lemon juice, vinegar and baking soda. Add some essential oils for a great fresh scent and an extra cleaning boost. There are great recipes for cleaning anything from the toilet to the microwave.

Here is my favorite all-purpose cleaner as a good starting point.

In a spray bottle, add: ½ cup vinegar (let it sit with citrus peel in a jar for about 1 week to reduce the vinegar smell) 1 cup water 1 tsp castile soap Shake to mix

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Julia Snyder, MD specializes in Whole Person Care at Golden Light Integrative & Holistic Medicine. Located at 703 E. Main St, Moorestown. For more information, visit www.GoldenLightMD.com.

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INSPIRATION

Journaling to Access Inner Wisdom

GET INTO THE BRAIN OF THE OLDER, WISER YOU. Imagine the version of you six months from now that has gotten through the muck you’re currently in. What deep wisdom and advice does it carry?

START WITH A LOVING GREETING. Address your present self compassionately, the way you would to a child or dear friend. “Hi darling. It’s a brand-new day, sweetheart.”

by Nadine Kenney Johnstone

ACKNOWLEDGE YOUR HARDSHIPS WITHOUT JUDGEMENT. What is your wiser self observing from the outside? Let it state what it notices. “I can see that you’re hurting. You’ve been through it, haven’t you?”

LET THE PAST BE PROOF OF YOUR EMOTIONAL ENDURANCE. Be an investigator and dig up examples of how you’ve coped with previous hardships. Remember that time you thought you couldn’t deal, but you did?

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STATE WHAT THE WISER-YOU KNOWS. What does this perspective offer to the situation? Be the scribe as you channel wiser-you’s messages. Try this prompt: “Your heart knows that ...”

On a summer afternoon in 2015, I sat in my favorite coffee shop waiting on life-changing news. With each minute, my anxiety mounted, so I turned to the only thing that calms me in a stressful situation—my journal. As my pen scrawled across the page, I instinctively wrote a letter from my future self to my present self. I just needed someone to reassure me. And that “someone,” apparently, was me.

I’ve been writing these inner-wisdom letters ever since, and it has been one of the most helpful practices in managing my anxiety. Women that have attended my retreats say it is the most impactful thing we do. When you’re feeling overwhelmed, grab a pen and follow these simple steps.

CREATE A SIMPLE CEREMONY. Sitting down with your favorite mug or journal makes this exercise feel sacred. Write in the light of dawn or by the glow of a candle, whatever brings you joy.

SET A TIMER SO YOU DON’T OVERTHINK IT. Perfectionism is the enemy of creativity.

For 10 minutes, tell yourself to just write whatever comes, no matter how imperfect.

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REQUEST THE NEXT RIGHT STEP. Ask your wiser self, “What do I need in order to heal from this?” Listen for the answer. It might take the form of advice, a mantra or a simple step: Rest. Pause.

Stay. Hug. LIST WHAT YOU CAN LET GO OF. Dump your obsessive thoughts onto the page, as well as anything you can’t control. While you think you can control other people’s reactions, you can’t.

CLOSE WITH LOVE AND SUPPORT. “I love you and I’m here for you in your heart.”

READ WHAT YOU WROTE. Be amazed by the wisdom that came simply because you tapped in and asked. Bring your hands to your heart and say thank you.

Nadine Kenney Johnstone is the host of the podcast Heart of the Story, a writing, meditation and yoga nidra instructor, and a workshop and retreat leader.

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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2

Seed Swap – 7-9pm. Join the Hammonton Green Committee and the Greater Hammonton Permaculture Club for a seed swap. Got seeds? Calling all gardeners and plant lovers. Share and grow more. Free. Hammonton Lake Park Canoe Club, 100 Sports Dr, Hammonton.

HammontonGreenCommittee.com/seedswap.

New Moon Crystal Bowl Sound Bath/ Immersion – 8-9:30pm. After a guided meditation, breathwork, and intention setting, rest comfortably in a crystalline sound warp, and experience the frequencies and harmonies of crystal singing bowls create an ultra-relaxing brainwave state where healing and magic can happen. $25. Excitari Wellness Center, 30 Jackson Rd, Bldg D, Medford. 856-885-2990.

Vagaro.com/excitariwellnesscenter.

FRIDAY, MARCH 4

Gong Sound Bath Meditation – 7-8:30pm.

Join Angelo Rizzo and Sara Joy Kuhlen as they play the gongs to provide the powerful frequencies resonate with your body on a cellular level, optimizing your physical health and stimulating the free flow of energy, gently releasing stuck emotions. Excitari Wellness Center, 30 Jackson Rd, Bldg D, Medford. 856-885-2990.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 5

Hammonton Lake & Community Cleanup – 10am-1pm. It’s time to expand your positive impact. Come out with your team, your friends, your group, your family, or on your own. Free. Hammonton Lake Park, 100 Sports Dr, Hammonton. bit.ly/cleanupMarch5.

You Can Heal Your Life, The Movie – 11am.

With Maryann Pino Miller. Film gives penetrating insights into Louise’s fascinating personal story and show how her views on self-esteem, abundance and the metaphysical causes behind physical ailments were developed. Free. The Center Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379.

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Intro to Sanskrit: The Language of Yoga – Mar 5 & 6. 12-6pm. Learn the Sanskrit alphabet and feel the resonance of the beautiful sounds of this ancient language in your own palate in this interactive workshop. Ideal for beginners and those with some experience. $175. Live In Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon.

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SUNDAY, MARCH 6

SATURDAY, MARCH 12

Pinelands Short Course – 9am-4pm. Featuring educational presentations that explore the unique history, ecology and culture of the Pinelands. Educators can earn 5 Professional Development Credits. $50, $45/ seniors (65+) & students. Stockton University, 101 Vera King Farris Dr, Galloway. More info & registration: 609-894-7300 x 125 or Stockton.edu/continuing-studies/pinelandsshortcourse.html.

Interpretive Trail Hike – 1:30-3pm. An interpretive hike through our varied habitats. Easy pace suitable for all ages. Masks and social distancing required. Inclement weather cancels. Registration limited.

Free. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton. 609-261-2495.

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AbunDance – 2-3:30pm. With Rich Parkes.

Raise your abundance vibe with this energetic movement which combines the power of Shamanic ceremonial dance known for its healing abilities with the energy and archetypes of the chakras to release old limiting patterns. $25. Live In Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon.

LiveInJoyYoga.com.

MONDAY, MARCH 7

National Plant a Flower Day – 4-6:30pm.

Make a flower craft, plant a flower to take home, and enjoy a warm fire. All ages. $10/ nonmember, $5/member, free/ages 3 & under free. Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge, 4 Sawmill Rd, Medford. Registration required: 856-983-3329 or CedarRun.org.

Yin Yoga with Angelic Reiki – 6:30-8pm.

With Sue Raletz & Alexis DiTullio. Explore, open and release as you settle into the poses of a gentle yin yoga practice. During the stillness of the longer holds, Angelic Reiki will be provided. Register by Mar 4 to receive a sample of essential oils used. $30.

Live In Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. LiveInJoyYoga.com.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9

Reiki I Certification – 6-9pm. With Susan Drummond. This certification class introduces the basic energy connection that enables the reiki channel to balance the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual energies. Techniques are taught for healing oneself, other people, plants, animals, etc. No prior experience necessary. $150. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379.

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THURSDAY, MARCH 10

Online: Waxing Crescent Moon Group Coaching – 7:30-9pm. Join our online community as we travel with the moon through all her phases. Once a month we meet to listen to what she has to tell us in each phase. Tips, resources, and tools to support your journey after the call. $15. Via Zoom.

ReikiMelody.com/waxing-crescent.

FRIDAY, MARCH 11

Virtual Pinelands Commission Meeting – 9:30-11am. 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. Pinelands Preservation Alliance: 609-8947300 or RhyanG@PinelandsAlliance.org.

Agenda: State.nj.us/pinelands.

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SUNDAY, MARCH 13

15th Annual Lines on the Pines: Owls of the NJ Pine Barrens – 11am-4pm. Meet Pine Barrens authors, artists and artisans. Over 50 talented Pine Barrens artists will be on hand to sign their books, display their artwork or craft, play their music and in general, share their love of the Pine Barrens. Stockton University, 101 Vera King Farris Dr, Galloway. 609-338-8220.

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Shamanic Drum Journeying – 1-3pm.

Mary Lorito, Ancient Energy Medicine Practitioner. A Shamanic drum journey is a way to communicate with your inner spirit self and retrieve information. Live In Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon.

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Yoga Slumber: Restorative & Reiki – 6:308pm. Designed to help ground and maintain balance, while receiving reiki allowing the mind and body to fully rest. $25. Live In Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. LiveInJoyYoga.com.

THURSDAY, MARCH 17

Kids Yoga – Thursdays, Mar 17-Apr 7.

4-5pm. 4-wk series with Melanie Morgan, Classes give elementary aged yogis (5+) an opportunity to build their focus, strength, flexibility, mindfulness, and most importantly, play. Using games, music, and activities, this series explores physical poses, breath, mind-body connection and more.

No experience necessary. $40/series, $12/ drop-in. Live In Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. LiveInJoyYoga.com.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 18

Online: Harvesting Stories Speaker Series: Bill Bolger – 6-7pm. “Whitesbog: The 1981 Effort to Document Whitesbog for the National Register of Historic Places.” Bolger will discuss his work in the early 1980s to get Whitesbog on the National Register of Historic Places. $5/nonmembers, free, nonmember. Whitesbog Preservation Trust, 120 W Whites Bogs Rd, #34, Browns Mills.

609-893-4646. Whitesbog.org.

Full Moon Sound Healing – 7-8:30pm.

With Krissy Marinelli. A special full moon crystal bowl sound bath which will focus on the release of stagnant energy and tension in our mind and body. $25. Live In Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon.

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Intro to the Pendulum Workshop – 7-8:30pm. Join local Shaman Owl Grey Fire as he delves into the basics of energy, how we can learn to interpret the meaning of how information is manifested and much more. Pendulum included with the registration fee. Excitari Wellness Center, 30 Jackson Rd, Bldg D, Medford. 856-885-2990.

Vagaro.com/excitariwellnesscenter.

Spring Equinox Celebration: Full Moon Rising – 7-9pm. Will combine naturalist observations, astronomy, live music, and camaraderie for a relaxing, outdoor event. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton. 609-261-2495.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 19

Saturday Guided Walk – 10:30-11:30am.

Studies show that taking a walk in a natural area is good for your physical and mental health. Free. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton. 609-261-2495.

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Full Moon Night Hike: Adults Only – 7-9pm.

Enjoy a guided hike at night to visit nocturnal habitats that are home to owls, raccoons, opossums and other wildlife that emerge after dark. $15/person. Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge, 4 Sawmill Rd, Medford. Registration required: 856-983-3329 or CedarRun.org.

Moonlight Walk – 7-9pm. Join an experienced guide for a night walk in the pines. Whitesbog Preservation Trust, 120 W Whites Bogs Rd, #34, Browns Mills.

609-893-4646. Whitesbog.org.

SUNDAY, MARCH 20

SAVE THE DATE Holistic Health & Healing Expo – 11am5pm. The HHH expo is dedicated to empowering individuals to live a healthier lifestyle on a healthier planet, educating communities on the latest in natural health and sustainability, inspiring them to lead more balanced lives. Free. Aloft Mount Laurel, 558 Fellowship Rd, Mt Laurel Township. 856-797-2227. Info@ HHHExpo.com. HHHExpo.com.

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MONDAY, MARCH 21

Yoga Dance – 7-8pm. With Megan Marchese. Blends music, lyrics, dance movements, and yoga into one flowing practice. Each setlist is created with a theme and follows the structure of a hatha yoga class. All levels. No dance experience required. $12 or class card. Live In Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon.

LiveInJoyYoga.com.

TUESDAY, MARCH 22

Reiki Share & Send – 6:30pm. 4th Tues.

Inviting all level reiki practitioners to congregate for a healing session; healing of one another, a cause or healing of any type. At the end of our share, we will send reiki for world peace. No walk-ins. Limited to 10.

Free. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. Registration required: 609975-8379. TheCenterLifeInBalance.com.

FRIDAY, MARCH 25

Tea Leaf Reading Class – 7-9pm. Join Beth O’Brien for a fun night and a nice cup of warm tea as you set your intention into what you want to achieve or get rid of. At the end of the tea sipping and great conversation everyone will get a reading and learn to read your own cup of tea through the leaves. Excitari Wellness Center, 30 Jackson Rd, Bldg D, Medford. 856-885-2990. Vagaro.com/ excitariwellnesscenter.

MONDAYS, MARCH 21 & 28

SAVE THE DATE Reflexology Beginner Class – 9am5pm. LMT’s receive 14 NCBTMB live class hrs. An introduction to understanding how the body is mirrored on the feet and how reflexology works in theory and practice. Learn how to locate reflex points and body systems via reflexes in the feet, and the importance of reflexology for stress-related disorders. Techniques for working reflexes and relaxation techniques demonstrated and practiced. $300. Medford Memorial Community Center, 21 S Main St, Medford.

609-321-4843, LearnReflex.com.

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FRIDAY, APRIL 22

SAVE THE DATE Bhakti Retreat – Apr 22-24. With Yvette OM. Spend a weekend of chanting, singing, sound (and food) bliss in the beautiful Temenos Nature Preserve. Temenos Retreat Center, 1564 Telegraph Rd, West Chester, PA. Details: LiveInJoyYoga.com.

WEEKEND, APRIL 22-24

SAVE THE DATE Reflexology Weekend Intensive – 9am5pm, Fri & Sat; 10am-4pm, Sun. LMT’s receive 22 NCBTMB live class hrs Intro & Weekend Intensive for 36 hrs required to take Reflexology Specialty Exam with NCBTMB. $375. Medford Memorial Community Center, 21 S Main St, Medford.

609-321-4843, LearnReflex.com.

MONDAYS, MAY 16 & 23

SAVE THE DATE Aromatherapy Beginner Class – 9am5pm. Int LMT’s receive 14 NCBTMB live class hrs. With Marlene Hudson former national trainer for Dr. Gary Young, (Founder of Young Living Essential Oils).

Become an informed consumer of essential oils, and the therapeutic value beyond fragrant influence. Essential oils are energetic, vibrational medicine, and have quantum healing capabilities. $300.

Medford Memorial Community Center, 21 S Main St, Medford. 609-321-4843, LearnReflex.com.

WEEKEND, JUNE 10-12

SAVE THE DATE Aromatherapy Weekend Intensive – 9am-5pm, Fri & Sat; 10am-4pm, Sun. Aromatherapy Applications: Raindrop Technique/Auricular Therapy. $375.

Medford Memorial Community Center, 21 S Main St, Medford. 609-321-4843, LearnReflex.com.

SUNDAY, MAY 22

SAVE THE DATE Yoga Cape May Holistic Yoga Retreat – May 22-24. “Listening with our Hearts.”

Deepen your experience with yoga and meditation. This retreat can help you connect deep within yourself to discover your true self and allow you to find your own path to wholeness. Experience various styles of yoga and meditation. All levels. $250. The Chalfonte Hotel, Cape May. Info, Karen: 609-827-8886, KBosna28@ yahoo.com or YogaCapeMay.com.

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NEWLY RENOVATED OFFICES – For rent in Medford, NJ. Info: 856-906-0644.

OFFICE SPACE – Integrative Physician looking to share office space in Voorhees.

856-669-9118.

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Email resume to: DrScott621@gmail.com Learn more about holistic dentistry: BiologicalDentistsOfNJ.com.

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HALO WELLNESS CENTER IN MARLTON – Looking to hire 3 part-time, licensed massage therapists. Offer flexible schedules, excellent compensation and a positive work environment. Send resume: Info@HaloWellnessCtr.com.

INFUSION NURSE – For IV Nutrition at Holistic Wellness Center in Merchantville.

Part-time. 856-532-2063.

NUTRITIONAL WELLNESS CENTER – Is hiring a clinical nutritionist. Please contact Sean Inselberg: 856-499-2160.

Volunteers VOLUNTEERS – If you are interested in crystals and everything holistic, we are looking for volunteers for HeartSpace Metaphysical Gift Shop. Susan Drummond: 609-975-8379.

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Reiki/EdenMethod/EnergyMedicine Online/In-person Sessions – Struggling with a chronic condition or feel there is nowhere else to turn? Let’s work together to balance energies and create a customized strategy for you. Using reiki, the Eden Method and other holistic practices to help you feel better again. Tap into your body’s natural healing ability with ongoing support. Appointments online throughout the week and at additional centers. Info & register: 609-752-1048 or NextStepStrategiesLLC.com.

MONDAY Holistic Health with Siobhan – 10am, Mon & Wed. A mixture of qigong and easy holistic health techniques, you may effectively change how you feel in mind/ body/spirit. This is a provocative and interactive class with time for Q&A. Lots of health challenges will be covered. Meets live; recordings available for a limited time. $96/mo; 2 1-hr classes/wk. Register with a friend(s) and each get $25 off. Info & register: 609-752-1048 or NextStepStrategiesLLC.com.

Monthly Meditation/Mini-Workshop – 6:30-8pm. 1st Mon. An open invitation to those who are interested in exploring meditation, energy education/topics and reiki.

No experience necessary. $15. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford.

Pre-registration required: 609-975-8379 or TheCenterLifeInBalance.com.

WEDNESDAY Midweek Meditation – 12-12:10pm. Also Fri. The focus of this meditation is love.

Each week we will raise the love vibration personally and globally. Treat yourself to a mid-day refresher. Free. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-9758379. TheCenterLifeInBalance.com.

T’ai Chi Chih: Joy thru Movement – 6pm.

A non-martial art with many health benefits. This practice is more qigong-like and is completely non-violent. A set of movements (done standing or seated) completely focused on the development of an intrinsic energy called Chi. Improve physical and emotional balance, help with better sleep quality and overall sense of well-being is reported by clients. Meets live; recordings available for a limited time. $96/mo. Register with a friend(s) and each get $25 off. Info & register: 609-752-1048 or NextStepStrategiesLLC.com.

THURSDAY All-Level Vinyasa Flow – 9:30-10:45am.

With Eric Herman. Tune into your true essence through asanas, breathwork and meditation experiencing a place of peace in the present moment by the end of each class. $10. Live In Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. LiveInJoyYoga.com.

FRIDAY Midweek Meditation – 12-12:10pm. Also Wed. The focus of this meditation is peace.

Each week we will raise the love vibration personally and globally. Treat yourself to a mid-day refresher. Free. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford.

609-975-8379. TheCenterLifeInBalance.com.

SATURDAY Burlington County Farmers Market – 8:30am-1pm.

500 Centerton Rd, Moorestown. BurlCoAgCenter.com.

Walking Group – 9am. 1st Sat. With Michelle, Teeming Health Wellness Studio.

Walking group at one of our local county parks. For more info & location: Meetup. com/Healthy-Mount-Holly.

Carneys Point Invasive Species Cleanup – Thru Mar 26. 10am-12pm. Assist in cleaning up and cutting back vegetation growth in this preserved open space. We will have reoccurring events most Saturdays in the Winter. End of Soders Rd next to the Comfort Inn. RSVP, Philip Arsenault: pmarsenault@gmail.com.

Psychic & Healing Fair – 10am-2pm. 3rd Sat. The fair offers different avenues to healing. Be able to have an intuitive/psychic reading, a reiki session, energy healing or lie on the BioMat. $30/20 mins. A variety of 20-min free talks offered. The BioMat incorporates amethyst crystals, far infrared heat and negative ions to help the body heal and relax. Walk-ins welcome and encouraged. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379.

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Volunteer Service Day – 10am-3pm. 1st Sat. Volunteer in outdoor or indoor projects in the village. Whitesbog Preservation Trust, 120 W Whites Bogs Rd, #34, Browns Mills.

609-893-4646. Whitesbog.org.

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Hump-Day Afternoon Hike – 2-3:30pm.

Like to hike, but don’t like doing it alone?

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Masks and social distancing required. Inclement weather cancels. Age 18+. Registration limited. Free. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton.

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MARK JAMES BARTISS, MD

Certified Heal Your Life® Teacher Emotion Code Practitione Consciously Living, LLC The Center, Life in Balance 45 S Main St, Medford, NJ 856-912-2087 Maryann@ConsciouslyLiving.net

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 high-dose vitamin C. These and other powerful therapies are offered by only a few hundred medical practitioners throughout the country.

Animal Intuitive SALLY KYLE

Animal Communication & Holistic Bodywork Paws 4 Healing 609-791-9406 Paws4HealingNJ@gmail.com Paws4Healing.net Curious about what your animal friend is thinking, feeling and sensing? Want to learn how to bridge a connection through communication and gentle touch? Your animal companion does not have to be in discomfort when experiencing dis-ease, mobility or behavior projects.

When heard and acknowledged, transformation begins. Sally, a clairsentient, specializes in Tellington TTouch®, Reiki Ryoho, Jin Shin Jyutsu®, Bach Flower Remedies and Emotional Freedom Technique. She channels through automatic writing offering sessions in person via home/yard visits or phone consultations.

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Bio-Identical Hormone Restoration Therapy DR. CAMILLE SEMPLE-DALY, DO

Become aware of your true nature, meet your inner child waiting for your love, become aware of and unload the baggage weighing you down, become aware of the depth of love that exists within you and gain the understanding of the importance of your relationship with yourself and how to foster it.

Ayurvedic Healing Practitioner

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

Don’t wait any longer to restore your hormone balance. Symptoms due to menopause, andropause, PMS, thyroid dysfunction, adrenal fatigue, etc., should not negatively impact your quality of life. Regain your vitality and zest naturally with individualized Bio-Identical Hormone Restoration Therapy (BHRT).

Dr. Camille Semple-Daly is board certified in OB/GYN, Integrative and Aesthetic Medicine.

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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 self-care to support your body in returning to its natural healthy function. Reiki session, ayurvedic cooking classes, restorative yoga and private yoga sessions.

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, overweight and emotionally imbalanced. ICAM patients report an improved quality of life, both emotionally and physically.

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The Strawbridge Professional Center 212 W Rte 38, Ste 100 Moorestown, NJ 08057 856-273-1551 DrSylvia@Bidwell-Chiropractic.com Bidwell-Chiropractic.com Dr. Bidwell is dedicated to providing patients the best possible spinal health care including chiropractic adjustment, massage, electrical muscle stimulation, ultrasound, hot and cold therapy, cervical and lumbar traction, and stretching and strengthening exercise instruction. Her adjustments techniques consist of diversified, activator, arthrostim, SOT blocking, craniosacral work, active release technique and PNF stretching.

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Health Counseling LIESHA GETSON, BCTT, HHC

1020 Kings Hwy. N., Ste 110, Cherry Hill, NJ 856-667-6805 • NHICSouthJersey.com

Safe, natural solutions for many health problems. Get to the root of your symptoms and heal your body with Nutrition Response Testing. The practitioners at NHIC offer a non-invasive, advanced form of muscle testing for food sensitivities, chemical and metal toxicity, and immune system issues for all ages. Individualized, targeted, “Root-Cause Nutrition.”

Liesha Getson is a Board-Certified Thermographic Technician, Holistic Health Counselor, a Reiki Master and Energy Practitioner.

Liesha is a founding partner of Health Through Awareness in Marlton, a cooperative wellness center that provides a variety of alternative services to facilitate healthy living including nutrition and lifestyle counseling, reiki, thermography, infrared detoxification and biopuncture.

Holistic Coaching Health Coach Higher Altitude Wellness 110 N Woodbury Rd Pitman, NJ 08071 207-653-8062 HigherAltitudeWellness.com

Lisa Lermitte Huntington Valley, PA 215-608-6087 Studio@wild-well.com Wild-Well.com

Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Reiki Master and Shamanism practitioner who helps people transform their lives from the inside out. Using energy work and coaching to help them make changes in their lives.

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I am a certified Holistic Health Counselor, Reiki Master and Energy Medicine Practitioner. It is my mission to provide health counseling that is economical, empathetic and empowering.

Want to build emotional, physical and spiritual resilience? Need simple strategies to boost and improve your immune system? Like to learn techniques to manage emotional stress?

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ABBE LANG

856-452-3434 Abbe@AbbeLang.com AbbeLang.com Abbe Lang is a Certified Life Coach and Homeopath practicing in her Marlton office. If you are struggling with your physical or mental health she can help. If you need to stick to a nutrition plan, she can create and implement one for you. She works with women, men and couples. Her practice style is to combine all the modalities of healing (homeopathy, cell salts, Bach flower remedies) to her clients coupled with a life coaching directional program to implement positive changes in their lives.

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Chairman, Medical & Dental Division, International Hypnosis Federation 214 W Main St, Ste L4, Moorestown, NJ 08057 856-231-0432 • DrJaimeF@aol.com PartsTherapy.com Dr. Jaime Feldman, one of the pioneers in an advanced technique called “Advanced Parts Therapy,” has been able to unlock the subconscious and remove unwanted behaviors: stop smoking (guaranteed), weight loss, stress, depression, pain and anger management, and more. Outstanding success in curing phobias and deep-seated trauma, and treating the immune system to put cancer into complete remission.

Integrative/Holistic Medicine DR. STEVEN HORVITZ

Institute for Medical Wellness 110 Marter Ave, Ste 408, Moorestown, NJ 856-231-0590 • DrHorvitz.com Board-Certified Family Medicine blending traditional family care with a holistic focus and preventive, nutritional and integrative approach. We look for causes and triggers for disease before reaching for the prescription pad. Same and next day appointments are available.

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Julia Snyder, MD 703 E Main St, Moorestown, NJ 08057 GoldenLightMD.com Julia Snyder believes in taking a whole person approach to healing.

As a trusted partner in your care, she empowers your own growth and healing through healthy lifestyle change, nutrition, mind/body medicine, supplements and pharmaceuticals only if needed. Offering in-person sessions. Telehealth available for PA and NJ.

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

Integrative Medicine/ Holistic Pain Management POLINA KARMAZIN, MD

Board certified in Integrative Medicine & Acupuncture 2301 E Evesham Rd, Bldg 800, Ste 219 Voorhees, NJ 08043 856-528-2258 • SouthJerseyHolistic.com Our practice treats each person individually by addressing the root cause of the problem. Dr Karmazin employs holistic therapies, such as acupuncture, biopuncture, homeopathy and nutritional counselling for a variety of ailments. We also specialize in holistic pain management and do not use narcotics, NSAIDs or steroid injections.

Intuitive Healing SUSAN COSTANTINO DRUMMOND RM, INTUITIVE MEDIUM

NJBalance at The Center, Life in Balance 45 S Main St, Medford 609-923-3154 Susan@NJBalance.com NJBalance.com Susan is an Intuitive Medium and Reiki Master. She specializes in intuitively enhancing the mind, soul and physical body with healing energy for your highest well-being.

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Intuitive Healing & Yoga TRICIA BANFE HEISER

Yoga Teacher, Reiki Master/Teacher, IET Practitioner, Energy Intuitive 856-905-3024 TheSanctuaryForYoga.com App.namastream.com/the-sanctuary-for-yoga It is my desire to help you live your best life. To feel balanced and at ease in mind, body and spirit. Join me online for yoga, meditation, pranayama and other pearls of wisdom to help you navigate life with joy and grace.

Or, in-person, allow me to shine a light on the divine guidance that is always there for you but sometimes goes unnoticed with energy work and intuitive guidance. A session with me will leave you feeling as if you are in the Divine Flow of Life!

Massage Therapist TRANSFORMATIONSX3 LLC

Rosamaria Lora 714 E Main St, Ste 1D, Moorestown, NJ 08054 856-301-7828 Transformationsx3@gmail.com Take a moment for yourself to release the tensions and stress of everyday life and recharge to do it all over again. Put life on hold for the moment and allow your mind to drift into relaxation.

Medical Skincare and Cosmetics DR. ANAMARIA NEWPORT, DMS, DMD, MHS, PAC

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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.

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I am a certified holistic health practitioner who specializes in helping women navigate menopause. We work together to reduce weight gain, fuzzy thinking and the overall lethargy you may feel. We create a plan unique to you that includes sound nutrition, movement and other tools that help you come through this life transition with confidence and joy. Curious? Contact me for a free consultation today. Coaching with Compassion.

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Naturopathic Doctor MELISSA JOSSELSON, ND

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Numerologist TRACI ROSENBERG, MA

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Marlene provides workshops and classes in reflexology and aromatherapy for Massage Therapists seeking continuing education credits and certification in reflexology. Her reflexology sessions incorporate the use of Young Living essential oils on reflex points, and her approach helps clients understand the emotional/mental (psychosomatic) causes of illness and wellbeing and how the nervous system (reflexes) are key to reversing stress responses in the body and mind. She also teaches Raindrop Therapy and was previously a national trainer for Young Living Essential Oils.

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Its purpose is to release trapped stale negative emotional and mental energies which promotes healing and well-being to the body, mind and spirit. I start working with the auras and then work on the chakras. The sessions last about an hour. By appointment only.

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Sexual Dysfunction DR. CAMILLE SEMPLE-DALY, DO

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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 triple board certified in OB/GYN, Integrative Medicine and Aesthetic Medicine.

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