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s spring brings new birth and vibrant beauty, it makes me think of feminine energy. So timely, our Women’s issue arrives with spring in the air and “Her Soul in Bloom: Self-Care for All Stages of Life”, Marlaina Donato's blissful feature on the importance of me-time.

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Spring also has a way of lifting my spirits as I am no stranger to the winter blues.

Waking to singing birds and smelling air infused with fresh aroma is an undeniable mood enhancer. And I think we are all tuned into the returning call of nature. It’s time to tune the bikes up, clean the kayaks and plant some flowers, bushes and trees in the garden.

This year, I’ll plant with more mindfulness knowing that there is an entire plant community speaking to each other just beyond my frequency. April Thompson’s “Plants Talk: Discover Their Secret Language” is a fascinating look at how they communicate to defend themselves and assist their neighbors in the most extraordinary ways. There is just so much wonder in this world that we are clueless to. It provides a good reason to honor everyone and everything.

Happy Mother’s Day! Best, Michelle

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Contents 16 THE MINDFUL PIZZA: Tiga's Artisan Pizzeria

18 PROVIDING SAFE,

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NATURAL SOLUTIONS for Many Health Problems

20 SPRING INTO ACTION 4 Ways to Knock Out Knee Pain

22 UNDERSTANDING

PELVIC FLOOR THERAPY

for Pain, Leakage and Constipation

24 THE HEALING

PROPERTIES OF PLANTS 26 HER SOUL IN BLOOM

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Self-Care for All Stages of Life

30 THE MOTHER

OUR SOULS NEED

Connecting With the Energy That Made Us

32 TOXIC LEGACY

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34 WHEN EMOTIONS ARE PHYSICAL

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Eat a Rainbow of Color for Healthy Eyes

38 GARDENING FOR KIDS The Fun of Growing Their Own

40 PLANTS TALK

Discover Their Secret Language

42 CBD FOR PETS What We Need to Know

32 healing ways DEPARTMENTS 34 fit body 8 news briefs 36 conscious eating 12 health briefs 37 restaurant guide 14 global briefs 16 business spotlight 38 healthy kids 40 green living 18 community

profile 42 natural pet 20 therapy spotlight 44 calendar 24 plant medicine 49 classifieds 30 inspiration 50 resource guide

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here will be reasonably priced perennials and annual flowers, vegetables and herb plants available for purchase from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on May 1 and May 3 at the Camden County greenhouse. Master gardeners will be on hand to answer people’s gardening questions, and a complimentary plant will be provided with each purchase.

Cost: Free admission and free parking are available. Location: 508 Lakeland Rd., Blackwood. For more information, call Rebecca Szkotak at 856-216-7130.

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or the month of May, Go With Your Gut Testing will offer a $75 discount for clients on the autism spectrum. This includes anyone with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, dyslexia or Asperger’s syndrome.

“As a mother and a teacher, I know the challenges that parents face on a day-to-day basis. By determining which foods cause inflammation, parents can help alleviate problems with mood swings, tantrums, hyperactivity, mental sluggishness, Donna Gabler anxiety and even constipation,” says Go With Your Gut Testing owner Donna Gabler.

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oin Medford Pharmacy from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 18 for grand opening festivities. The event will celebrate new ownership under Rich and Lisa Kress, a husband and wife duo who carry an impressive resume of experience in both retail and compounding environments.

The pharmacy brings back personalized care and adds a holistic element to the products and services. Aside from custom compounding for people and their pets, Medford Pharmacy offers a full line of professional-grade vitamins, herbal supplements, compression products, durable medical equipment, novelty items, essential oils, high-quality cannabidiol (CBD) products and free delivery.

At the event, there will be free ice cream, giveaways, CBD and other product samplings, local honey tasting demos and more. “We go the extra mile for our customers,” says Rich, “and we want the grand opening to reflect that sentiment.”

Cost: Free. Location: 639 Stokes Rd. For more information, call 609-654-6884 or 856-323-8723. See ads on pages 24 and 25.

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Yin Nidra with Dona

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irtua Center for HealthFitness–Moorestown is offering Yin Nidra with Dona on the first Thursday of the month at 1 and 7:15 p.m. Yin Nidra is guided meditation that has the power to transform, heal and rejuvenate at core levels. Through the use of body sensing, breath awareness, guided imagery and other practices, one is systematically guided on a meditation journey through each level of one’s whole being.

Yin Nidra switches a person out of flight or fight and into the relaxation response—our body’s natural healing state—where revitalization and regeneration naturally occur. Our body knows exactly what to do to attain, and maintain, perfect health and equilibrium.

Peacefully, Yin Nidra gives one access to one’s deeper levels so that one feels a connection with one’s whole self. The world slows down and one is able to take a break from everyday concerns. Limiting beliefs that hold one back from fully living begin to dissolve, leading to freedom of one’s mind and body.

While resting, one is verbally guided through body sensing, breath awareness and guided imagery to systematically bring one into an experience to feel one’s five levels of being, called koshas, which are physical body, energy-breath body, mental-emotional body, intuition-witness body and bliss body. Each level is a doorway that opens into the next level of being. As one feels each level, they begin to drop into the background to uncover one’s inner bliss, inner healing and inner self.

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The Center, Life in Balance, Has Opened the Grazing Affair

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pril Collison, owner of the Grazing Affair, began her business last year providing food grazing boards for lunches or dinners or any other size/type of gathering. With her business growing, she required more space.

“We are so excited to welcome April into our community,” enthuses Susan Drummond, co-owner of The Center, Life in Balance, in Medford. “Our clients, as well as the public, have missed having healthy fare to choose from when deciding on lunch or takehome dinner.”

Covering up an old kitchen countertop led to the creation of Collison’s first grazing board for a group of her friends. “The board promotes social dining, bringing people together, creating a truly unique and memorable affair. People find themselves talking about healthy food, some they may not have been aware of, as well as eating it,” explains Collison.

“April’s energy and philosophy fit perfectly with the center’s mission statement, providing services and classes focused on balancing body, mind, spirit,” says Maryann Miller, co-owner of the center. “She also has great respect for the environment… growing herbs and vegetables pesticide-free and composting the waste.”

At present, the hours are 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays; more days/ hours will be added as needed. Collison is also available for private events held at the center or other venues.

Location: 45 S. Main St. For more information or to place an order, call 609-351-4873. Also visit the GrazingAffair.com. See ad on page 17.

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lean living and beauty advocate Alison Gaudenzi will share the trade secrets that beauty companies are hiding and how to decode a product label so as to make safer choices at 7 p.m. on May 1 at LourdesCare, in Cherry Hill. She will also bring the good news of how new companies are pioneering the Clean Beauty Movement.

The event is hosted by Women’s Wellness Connection of SJ and sponsored by DeCotiis Chiropractic Wellness.

Location: 1 Brace Rd. For more information or to register, call Judy at 609-221-2285 or email Tammy@Wellness4Living.com.

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Yoga for Joint Replacement

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ust Breathe–A Spiritual Community Center, in Cinnaminson, is offering Yoga for Joint Replacement from 4 to 5 p.m. on Thursdays for eight weeks starting May 9.

Developed and taught by a registered yoga teacher, who is a physical therapist with more than 20 years of experience, this class aims to help participants reconnect with their body, become more mindful about how they move in the world and improve their ability to manage stress and pain.

This class is especially good for those that have had a hip or knee replacement and are looking to find a way to get back to their active lifestyle and control their pain.

Cost: $20. Location: 2800 Rte. 130, Ste. 100. For more information or to register, visit JustBreatheCenter.org/reservations.

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Cobb has had an interest in acupuncture since graduating from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in 1989. In 2000, she formally pursued alternative medicine after witnessing Chinese herbs cure a soon-to-be euthanized horse after months of conventional therapy at her esteemed alma mater. In 2008, her mentor, Dr. Gloria Weintrub, often called the grandmother of alternative medicine, joined her in opening Pathways to Wellness.

By combining the conventional methods taught at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine with holistic alternatives learned after graduation, Cobb selects between the best of both worlds for the benefit of each individual patient.

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Japanese researchers interviewed 1,003 Tokyo women over 70 years old about which of 16 types of exercise they did, including dancing, calisthenics, jogging, golf, ball games, hiking, yoga, bicycling and tai chi. In eight years of follow-up, those that danced were 73 percent less likely to be classified as impaired in any of the “activities of daily living” such as walking, cooking, dressing and bathing—a result not produced by the other physical activities. “Dancing requires not only balance, strength and endurance ability, but also cognitive ability: adaptability and concentration to move according to the music and partner; artistry for graceful and fluid motion; and memory for choreography,” writes lead author Yosuke Osuka, of the Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology.

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American heart disease deaths rose from 836,546 in 2015 to 840,678 in 2016. Studies show that about 80 percent of all cardiovascular disease can be prevented by controlling high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol, along with healthy practices like not smoking, says the AHA. NASouthJersey.com

Women in menopause that are mindful and nonjudgmental of their thoughts are less irritable, anxious and depressed, reports a Mayo Clinic study recently published in Climacteric, the journal of the International Menopause Society.

Researchers gave questionnaires to 1,744 menopausal patients 40 to 65 years old and found that those with higher mindfulness scores struggled less with common menopausal symptoms. Mindfulness didn’t lower hot flash and night sweat symptoms, however.

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U.S. Heart Disease on the Rise Forty-eight percent of American adults have some form of cardiovascular disease, reported the American Heart Association (AHA) in its annual update.

The increase is partly due to 2017 updated guidelines redefining high blood pressure as greater than 130/80 millimeters of mercury rather than 140/90, which raised the number of Americans with diagnosed

Simply changing a diet to include more fruit and vegetables can boost mental well-being, say British researchers from Leeds and York universities. Examining health data of 40,000 people, they concluded those that eat more produce have a better psychological state, and that eating just one extra portion of fruits and vegetables a day could have a positive effect equivalent to around eight extra days of walking a month for at least 10 minutes at a time. A meta-analysis of 16 studies by the UK’s University of Manchester found the mood-boosting effect was particularly strong for women, and it worked with different types of diets, indicating a particular approach is not necessary.

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Dealing with Menopause Without Using Hormones Menopause is a difficult period in a woman’s life. The covers are on and the covers are off repeatedly at night, interrupting sleep. Hot flashes seem to erupt at the most inappropriate times. Irritability, anxiety, weight gain and thinning hair are all among the symptoms that many women can relate to.

For those wanting to avoid the use of hormones, homeopathy and acupuncture offer safe and effective holistic alternatives to help with menopausal symptoms. The homeopathic approach is based on symptoms unique to each patient. For example, if hot flashes start in the pit of the stomach and rise up to a patient’s face, that patient is treated differently than if they begin at the top of the head and spread down, or if palpitations and a bright red face are the onset.

Women are all different and the treatment should reflect those differences. The homeopathic method requires an in-depth consultation with a physician and addresses all the symptoms a patient presents.

Acupuncture is another non-hormonal way that helps alleviate menopausal symptoms. Not only can it decrease occurrences of hot flashes but also helps with anxiety, depression and insomnia. Both treatment methods work very well, especially in combination with each other.

Polina Karmazin, M.D., offers free 15-minute information sessions at South Jersey Holistic, located at 2301 E. Evesham Rd., Bldg. 800, Ste. 219, in Voorhees. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 856-528-2258 or visit SouthJerseyHolistic.com. See ad on page 27.

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Avian Senior Citizen Astounds Again

Being at least 68 years old didn’t deter Wisdom, a Laysan Albatross, from recently hatching another chick. The world’s oldest known banded wild bird, which roosts at the Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge, in Hawaii, has birthed and raised more than 30 chicks in her lifetime. She and her mate-for-life Akeakamai spent about two months incubating the new egg, and now they’ll raise the chick for five to six months before it flies out to sea. It is uncommon for albatross to return, lay and hatch an egg every single year, but the pair has produced a chick each year since 2006, say U.S Fish and Wildlife Service officials.

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As the Appalachian economy struggles with the loss of three-fifths of its coal mining jobs in the last three decades, a surprising option is emerging for some: beekeeping. The Appalachian Beekeeping Collective offers beekeeping training, including bees and equipment and ongoing mentoring, for displaced coal miners and low-income residents of mining towns; so far, about 35 people are participating. Landowners are donating property for the beehives, which will be maintained without pesticides or antibiotics. Honey from a single hive can bring in about $750 a season, or $15,000 per 20, and additional money can be made selling the beeswax for candles and lip balm. The beekeeping collective is part of Appalachian Headwaters, a nonprofit formed in 2016 with a $7.5 million lawsuit settlement from coal mine operator Alpha Natural Resources for violations of the Clean Water Act. The money has been used to fund environmental restoration projects and to develop sustainable economic opportunities in the coal mining communities of West Virginia.

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Higher federal standards for energy-efficient light bulbs established two years ago are in the process of being rolled back by the U.S. Department of Energy, part of a move toward widespread deregulation by the current administration. Consumers stand to lose about $100 per household per year in electric bill savings if the higher standards are not implemented, say critics. The wasted energy could result in more power plant pollution, which harms the environment and contributes to health problems like asthma. The plan would also stifle innovation, eliminating a powerful regulatory incentive for manufacturers and retailers to invest in high-quality, energy-efficient LED light bulbs.

Nuclear Testing Linked to Radioactive Milk

The hundreds of nuclear bombs detonated on a remote Nevada test site during the Cold War produced radioactive fallout that led indirectly to the deaths of 340,000 to 690,000 Americans, concludes a recent study by economist Keith Meyers, Ph.D., of the University of Southern Denmark. Meyers conducted the research for his doctoral dissertation while attending the University of Arizona. By combining National Cancer Institute data measuring the radioactive element Iodine-131 in local cow milk with county-by-county mortality data, he found heightened death rates in the Midwest and Northeast between 1951 and 1973. The finding suggests that airborne radiation contaminated pastures that, in turn, made milk radioactive and led to the human ingestion of slow-acting, but fatal radioactive isotopes.

In comparison, an estimated 200,000 to 350,000 people in the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki died directly from the atomic bombs dropped on August 6 and 9, 1945, respectively.

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Tiga’s Artisan Pizzeria upholds high standards when it comes to health: The food they offer does not contain any preservatives, additives, hormones, antibiotics, sugar, GMO’s, or other chemicals. They also offer many vegan and gluten-free options.

“Even the tomato sauce that goes on our pizza is as pure as it gets,” Iommelli affirms, as he holds up a large can of tomato sauce. “Somehow, even organic brands, find ways to sneak in sugar or citric acid into their products. I’ve gone out of my way to find this, but it’s worth it: this is purely tomatoes and basil,” he smiles, “as it should be.”

Iommelli, born in Trenton, New Jersey, but raised in Naples, Italy, grew up cooking and eating the finest natural home recipes of Italy. “It’s in my DNA,” he jokes. His grandfather owned a cookie

factory and his father owned a bakery. He started working at his father’s bakery when he was 8 years old. At 16 years of age, Iommelli brought his knowledge and expertise in Italian cuisine back to Trenton. While developing his craft, he worked at one of the oldest pizzerias in the U.S.: Papa’s Tomato Pie Pizzeria. Tiga’s Artisan Pizzeria celebrated their two-year anniversary in March. It was created

by Iommelli and his cousin from Naples, with the aspiration of becoming the finest authentic Italian pizzeria in the area.

Iommelli professes: “Listen, I truly believe that we are what we eat. That’s why I believe in Grade A quality foods. I lost my father to cancer. And my mother is going through it right now. It’s all the poison we put into our systems. The first advice doctors give you for curing disease, especially cancer, is to eat organic. Organic food is so much cleaner. It doesn’t feed cancer cells.”

“Gino” is known by his customers for being talkative and friendly. “I love all my customers,” he declares, “because they choose quality over quantity. These are people that truly want to live longer and healthier.

I love making people happy, and my way of doing that is through food and hospitality. I like to talk to everyone and make them feel at home.” Hannia Iommelli, his wife, chimes in: “He is a pizza guy in heart and soul. He is very exact when it comes to every detail of the food we make here. And it is made with love: simple, pure, genuine love.”

Tiga’s Artisan Pizzeria doesn’t just offer pizza, but also a large variety of appetizers, salads, soups, burgers, entrees, specialty sandwiches, and desserts. Moreover, they are opening up a new restaurant in Marlton this spring, which will be bigger, with more seating, so they can expand from their current take-out and delivery.

Whether at the Medford location or the new Marlton location, “Gino” invites everyone looking for a healthier alternative to dining out to come and enjoy his pizza. He affirms: “Start taking good care of yourself. Eating delicious food doesn’t translate to eating bad foods. You can eat really tasty food that is also healthy, affordable, and makes for overall healthier and happier lifestyles for everyone in the community.”

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This means that pinched nerves in the back, which are connected to the leg and knee, can also cause pain and inflammation in those areas. Chiropractic care can correct this structural misalignment in the lower back, alleviating knee pain by eliminating the nerve pressure and enabling the knee to heal.

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Once the structural alignment is corrected, the supporting muscles surrounding the spine should be strengthened to keep the back from pushing the disc back out onto the nerve affecting the knee. A chiropractor teaches patients core exercises to strengthen the spine and surrounding muscles in order to maintain proper posture, support the adjustment and heal the injured tissue.

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PEMF has been used effectively for 60 years. The International Olympic Committee approved PEMF for athletes, and it has been used by U.S. and International sports leagues. Many professional athletes, including the late Muhammad Ali along with Shaquille O’Neill and Terrell Owens, have been advocates for this therapy. It was also featured on an episode of the Dr. Oz show.

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Understanding Pelvic Floor Therapy for Pain, Leakage and Constipation

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Pelvic floor physical therapy is specialized physical therapy aimed to treat pelvic dysfunction and promote optimal pelvic health for both women and men. Pelvic floor dysfunction refers to a wide range of diagnoses pertaining to the pelvic muscles and the pelvis, including urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse and postpartum pelvic girdle dysfunction among others. At least one out of every five Americans will suffer from a pelvic floor dysfunction at some time during their life.

Why would I need pelvic floor physical therapy?

There are many reasons one may need pelvic floor physical therapy. Pelvic dysfunction occurs when there is an imbalance of the pelvic and abdominal muscles and the surrounding joints including, lower back, hips, and coccyx, fascia, ligaments, tendons and organ position. The pelvic floor is an integral part of your core stabilization system which works intimately with your pelvic organs, bones and joints in the region. It’s always working throughout the day and is often overlooked as the cause of many issues related to pelvic pain during and after pregnancy, surgery or menopause and urinary and bowel incontinence.

Specialized pelvic floor physical therapists help men and women across the lifespan continuum, including young athletes, childbearing-aged women, perimenopausal women and men with pelvic health complications.

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What is the pelvic floor?

The pelvic floor is a group of muscles that attach to the pelvis. Their function is to support organs, allow for elimination, stabilize pelvis and hips, promote sexual function and sustain healthy blood flow.

Remember pelvic floor muscles are just like any other muscles in the body. They contract, relax and function like a bicep muscle. Due to daily pelvic functions, including eliminations and sexual function, it’s important to remember the pelvic floor can be influenced by your organs, abdominal muscles and skeletal system and vice versa. For example, urinary incontinence is not “just a weak bladder” as thought by popular belief. But incontinence occurs because of pelvic muscle weakness, altered coordination of bladder, brain and pelvic muscles, as well as poor toileting habits.

Do men have pelvic floors too?

Yes. Even though men don’t carry children or go through menopause, they have a pelvic floor which functions similarly to a woman’s. Men with such dysfunctions will report a slower urine stream, difficulty or pain with erection, tailbone/lower back pain, constipation, or bowel or bladder incontinence.

It’s not uncommon for a man to have an increase in these symptoms after having any kind of prostate surgery or hernia repairs.

What can one expect during Pelvic Floor PT Evaluation?

Your first evaluation at Breathe Life Physical Therapy & Wellness, LLC, includes a one-on-one visit discussing your concerns and symptoms related to your pelvis and daily activities. You’ll have the opportunity to share your past medical history, includ-

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An external and internal assessment of your pelvic muscles (through the vaginal or rectal canal) may be valuable; however, you can choose or refuse any part of the process with which you don’t feel comfortable.

An external pelvic floor assessment includes a visual assessment of the skin, symmetry and color of tissues, and observation of muscles performing a contraction.

An internal pelvic floor muscle assessment includes checking all layers of pelvic floor for strength, mobility, pain, symmetry and control. A therapist will also palpate muscles in all three layers of the pelvic floor to assess the coordination for functional activities like coughing, lifting and relaxation.

What happens at additional treatments?

The therapist designs individualized programs depending on the findings from the evaluation. The PT may prescribe breathing and core stability exercises to improve the coordination of all muscles in the pelvis, back and core. They may also recommend relaxation and behavior modifications to improve pain or learn control for your daily toileting habits. Initially, you may require assisted neuromuscular training such as manual feedback via the internal pelvic muscles to improve muscle tone, activation and coordination.

Does one need a prescription?

Yes. Just like traditional physical therapy, one will need a prescription for the treatments to be covered by your insurance.

Your primary care provider, gynecologist or urogynecologist may write this type of prescription. Many pelvic conditions have multiple causes and may require a specialist to rule out more serious conditions. Therefore, it’s necessary to have your medical provider help coordinate care.

My gynecologist told me to do “kegels”. I do them every day, but I am not sure if they help to improve my leakage.

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Kegels or a pelvic floor contraction is important to strengthen and maintain good function of the pelvic floor including improving incontinence. However, research shows 40 percent of women perform kegels incorrectly and can promote more leakage.

Many women that have leakage with coughing, laughing and sneezing have an altered pattern of contracting their pelvic floor muscles. Believe it or not, too much pelvic muscle activation can promote incontinence. Pelvic floor PT can teach you to retrain your pelvic muscles to properly coordinate a contraction to eliminate or minimize most types of urinary incontinence.

How does the pelvic floor work with the core?

Remember, your pelvic floor is one aspect of the core which includes the diaphragm (breathing muscle), transverse abdominals, multifidus (small spine muscles) and pelvic floor. These four muscles make up the core.

They must work together and manage your everyday movements and daily eliminations. They cannot and should not be addressed independently. The diaphragm and pelvic floor synchronize to monitor the pressure in your abdomen. Think of the pressure that occurs in your belly when you sneeze. This is scary for some… just thinking of it might make you think, “Squeeze the knees.” If the diaphragm and pelvic floor don’t coordinate well, leakage and other pelvic-related dysfunction can occur.

Dr. Amanda Heritage, PT, DPT, is the owner of Breathe Life Physical Therapy & Wellness, LLC, located in Collingswood. She has been practicing physical therapy for eight years with a strong focus on pelvic health. She offers complimentary, 15-minute phone consultations to educate and encourage women and men about pelvic therapy as a treatment option for those suffering with pelvic pain, incontinence or constipation. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 856-210-3517 or visit BreatheLifePT.com.

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Presently, I continue to practice and pull from these old traditions; however, I can’t say that this was always the case once I moved back to the U.S. Like most people, I was distracted by just about anything called food and when I didn’t feel well, I followed the most convenient ways to feel better, which was primarily taking pharmaceuticals. As I got older, I began to make a connection between what I ate and how I felt afterwards, but my busy life kept me from following this thread to a healthier lifestyle.

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o be female is to be Self-care does life coach and author of blessed with an innate not necessarily Expectation Hangover: Overgift for multitasking, coming Disappointment in have to involve Work, Love, and Life. but in our fast-paced, jamtime; it’s a way The San Diego-based packed world, daily life for most women is a juggling act motivational speaker views of being. that can come with a steep self-care to be as vital as edu~Christine Hassler price tag if self-care isn’t on cation. “Women are not taught the to-do list. Depression, anxiety and in high school and college how to take care feeling overwhelmed are all too common. of themselves. Prioritizing self-care is so According to the National Alliance on important. I see so many young women Mental Illness, one in eight women experiwith adrenal or thyroid burnout and eating ence depression during their lifetime— disorders. All of that comes down to stress, twice the rate of men. relationship to self and lack of self-care.”

The personal interests of women in Seasons of a Woman’s Life their 30s and 40s trying to balance motherhood and career often get lost in the tangled Each decade poses unique challenges. For underbrush of daily logistics. There can women in their 20s and early 30s, combe a deep longing for identity well into the paring and finding one’s own path can be significant. “The feminist movement of our 50s, especially when children leave the nest.

Fears of aging and loneliness often accommothers’ generation opened doors, but so pany women 60 and older. By passionately many 20- and 30-something women have and joyously taking care of body and spirit, interpreted that as, ‘I have to do everything women of any generation can find renewal. and be everything,’” says Christine Hassler, 26

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Women play vital roles in family and community, much like the foundation of a sound building, and if self-care is not the bedrock, all that is supported by it is likely to be compromised. “I believe we’ve taken the bait, the promise that if we arrange our life circumstances just so, we’ll feel ease and happiness. We’re getting to a place as a collective where we see a bankruptcy in that,” says Miami-based holistic women’s psychiatrist Dr. Kelly Brogan, bestselling author of A Mind of Your Own: The Truth About Depression and How Women Can Heal Their Bodies to Reclaim Their Lives.

Body-mind-spirit self-care is the heart of Brogan’s approach, and self-love is the lifeblood. “Self-love is quite elusive for most of us, perhaps because our selfesteem is contingent [upon it], and we only feel good about ourselves under certain circumstances. The daily choice to prioritize caring for oneself can ultimately lead to an experience of self-love and wholeness,” says Brogan, who compares a ritualized system of daily self-care that comes first to putting on the proverbial oxygen mask before attempting to meet the needs of others.

“Balancing self-love and caring for others starts with recognizing and accepting that it’s possible for you to effectively do both. Self-love at the soul level is the catalyst for healing on all levels, which in turn drives our level of self-worth,” concurs Teigan Draig, a spiritual life coach and busy home-schooling mom in Spencerville, Ohio. She reminds us that putting our needs above the wants of others is not being selfish, but is an emotional necessity that helps women get out of the loop of self-defeatism and self-sabotage. “The first step to finding your fire is learning to love yourself, all of yourself. Self-care and selflove are a total wellness package.”

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~Dr. Kelly Brogan

Benefits of Self-Nourishment

Many psychologists agree that self-care can help to improve concentration, promote relaxation, fortify relationships and boost productivity. Most women crave more metime, but don’t know how to implement change. “Without a premise of self-care, we react based on stress patterns. We react with more tension, irritability, guilt and obligation. We say, ‘Yes’ when we want to say, ‘No’. However, when we take stock in our physical, emotional and spiritual well-being, we’re less reactive,” observes Hassler, who underscores self-care as an investment for life. “Most women have inner critics and a negative relationship with self.

Self-care is essential so we can turn down the volume of the inner critic, stop peoplepleasing and make self-honoring choices.”

Balancing motherhood and career or other obligations can leave many women running on empty and resentful. “We would never tell a loved one who desperately needed some TLC to get over it and just keep going.

As busy women, when we don’t take the time to care for ourselves, the consequence is our

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Catering to everyone’s desires and spreading ourselves too thin can backfire. Paris asks, “How do I want my kids to look back on me as a mother? By taking the time to self-care, we’re taking accountability for how we want to show up in our world rather than shapeshifting from one situation to the next. We can teach our children how to do the same.”

4 Rest before hitting the wall of exhaustion.

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SIMPLE SELF-CARE STRATEGIES 4 Schedule me-time on the calendar.

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4 Take 10 minutes to stretch and breathe in the morning.

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4 Buy yourself flowers; take yourself out to lunch or a museum.

4 Sprinkle lavender, rose geranium or ylang ylang essential oil on your sheets.

4 Opt for a gentle workout instead of a high-intensity session when tired.

4 Choose a healthy breakfast.

4 Play, be silly and be a kid again.

4 Designate 15 to 20 minutes after the workday to color, doodle or journal.

4 Listen to your favorite music during commuting or cleaning the house.

4 Abandon perfectionism.

4 Connect to a higher power, however you define it, even if it is inner peace.

For too many women, another common byproduct of self-neglect can be emotional numbing and feeling “flatlined”. A toxic or addictive relationship to food, alcohol or shopping can be a symptom of a deep need to nourish the self and give a voice to suppressed feelings. “One of our greatest challenges is that we’ve become disconnected from our deep seat of power, which is our capacity to feel,” says Brogan. “We’ve been enculturated to disregard our experience of feeling emotions, and because of this, it’s been reduced to a very narrow bandwidth.”

Brogan believes that it is key for women to reestablish a connection to nature’s rhythms and their own feminine, fluid energy, as well as giving up the need to control. “I think it’s the work of many women to understand that we’re not here to meet the needs of everyone on the planet—and with our loved ones, it disempowers them as much as we’re feeling disempowered.

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Hassler affirms that when women are fully present, every aspect of life can be viewed through a clearer lens. “Self-care helps us tap into our super power, which is our intuition, and by doing that, we know what we need and act on that.”

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Beginning the day with self-care can be as simple as taking the time to meditate and breathe deeply for a minute or two before getting out of bed and opting for a healthier breakfast. Feeding our senses and feasting on what gives us joy can be a way of life.

“Self-care does not necessarily have to involve time; it’s a way of being,” says Hassler.

“The more time we spend on self-care tells the subconscious mind that we’re worth it.”

Draig suggests setting personal boundaries, and part of this means reserving time for ourselves. “When I became a new mother, I was running on fumes.

Sometimes my daily me-time was only five minutes here or 10 minutes there, but it saved my sanity. Learn to schedule selfcare time in your calendar as you would anything else,” she says, noting, “My house was not always spotless, but it was a trade I was willing to make so I could take care of myself and be a better mother.”

Being innovative can be an ally. “Ten minutes walking the dog or taking the baby out in a stroller can become 10 minutes spent saying positive self-affirmations,” suggests Paris. “That 15-minute drive can be spent deep breathing instead of listening to the news on the radio.”

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Sometimes my daily me-time was only five minutes here or 10 minutes there, but it saved my sanity. ~Teigan Draig

Blooming into our best possible self is returning to our essence. “It’s about taking off the masks, no longer living according to expectations and other people. It’s about radical self-acceptance,” says Hassler.

Each decade poses an invitation to grow and commit to self-nourishment.

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Connecting With the Energy That Made Us

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his Mother’s Day, I want to tell you about a different way to think about your mother and about yourself—a way that is deeply true and liberating, no matter what is going on with your mother.

On a soul level, we’re old friends with our mothers. And they signed up for assisting us on our souls’ journeys big time—by being willing to take on the role of our mother. And no matter how well they did or didn’t do that job, we have a job, too: to realize that though we might not have had the mother we wanted, we all got the mother our souls needed.

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he U.S. Surgeon General’s warning on cigarettes hasn’t prevented individuals from smoking, nor has the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) list of risks and complications associated with breast implants kept women from undergoing voluntary breast augmentation. Since 1997, the number of saline- and silicone-filled breast implant surgeries has tripled. According to the National Center for Health Research (NCHR), more than 400,000 women and teenagers undergo breast implant surgeries every year, with 75 percent for augmentation of healthy breasts and 25 percent for reconstruction after mastectomies.

The marked increase in surgeries implanting these Class III “high risk” medical devices includes many women that undergo procedures to replace old implants that have broken or caused other problems. An estimated 40,000 U.S. women a year have the surgery to remove the implants entirely. These “explants” stem from a variety of issues, from rupture or delayed wound healing to broken implants that have caused breast pain, capsule contracture, spontaneous deflation, breast lesion, infection, wrinkling/ scalloping and necrosis.

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implant illness (BII) associated with both silicone and saline implants.

The FDA first sounded the alarm about the rare lymphoma in 2011, linking it to implants with textured, Velcro-like outer shells. In February, the federal agency issued a letter to healthcare providers seeking to increase awareness “about an association between all breast implants, regardless of filling or texture,” and BIAALCL. On the issue of BII and other problems reported by women with implants, the FDA has remained largely silent, suggesting that “studies would need to be larger and longer than these conducted so far.”

However, the number of women with implants reporting health problems has prompted the FDA to demand that two manufacturers of the devices conduct proper long-term health studies. The agency sent out letters in March warning of deficiencies in FDA-required research and the possibility that their products could be taken off the market.

The move is considered to be a victory for patient activism. Facebook.com/groups/ HealingBreastImplantIllness has become a sanctuary for more than 68,000 women that report a range of symptoms associated with BII. Nicole Daruda, of Vancouver Island, Canada, says she created the group to support women that visited her website, HealingBreastImplantIllness.com, where she told her personal BII story that began with

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implant surgery in 2005. “I never anticipated an avalanche of women’s stories about the symptoms that I endured before having my explant surgery in 2015.”

After hearing from other women, Daruda felt affirmed in her suspicions that implants had caused her fatigue, brain fog, memory loss, headaches, joint and muscle pain, hair loss, recurring infections, swollen lymph nodes, rashes, irritable bowel syndrome and problems with thyroid and adrenal glands. “I believe that various doctors pigeonholed my symptoms into the category of autoimmune disorders because few general practitioners are aware of BII.”

Diana Hoppe, M.D., a board-certified OB/GYN in Encinitas, California, never heard of BII until earlier this year. “Doctors rely on published, evidence-based study results, and while there are none linking connective tissue disorders and breast implants, I suspect that the outcomes of studies conducted by breast implant manufacturers are equally as suspicious as the outcomes of studies done by the manufacturers of cigarettes.”

One longtime BII combatant says, “My body mounted an all-out war, in the form of a foreign body immune response.”

She learned about BII from Tinyurl.com/ BreastImplantIllness, but is unable to afford the explant surgery that would remove the apparently toxic invaders.

NCHR reports that at the time of explant surgery, approximately three out of five women have had implants and their unhealthy symptoms for 10 years or more.

After explant surgery, 89 percent of the women report improvement. However, explant surgery is just the first step.

Daruda used chelation and the protocols of Gerson Therapy, a natural treatment that activates the body’s ability to heal itself through an organic, plant-based diet, raw juices, coffee enemas and supplements. “It took me four years to recuperate,” she says.

“It didn’t take that long to know the lesson I wanted to share with other women: Self-love and self-worth are more important than society’s false concepts of beauty. The essence of who we are is not tied to any body part.”

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assage is often emotional distress, the Like a perfect associated body has one objective: dance partner, a with spa-like get us to safety. Yet, many skilled bodywork pampering, yet it is also an times, the amygdala—the effective therapy for reduc- practitioner follows part of the brain that ing physical and emotional the nervous system plays a key role in this pain. Bodywork can lower and helps the client process—becomes hyper blood pressure and reduce alert and falsely perceives access sources stress hormones, which in danger when there is none. of trauma. turn helps to balance blood Trauma becomes hardsugar and boost immunity. wired into the nervous ~Lissa Wheeler A surge of the feel-good system. Pain syndromes neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine and tension are common symptoms. is also a natural perk of rubdowns.

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On the emotional level, massage thertrauma, it takes a lot of work for the body to apy can offer profound benefits for anyone repress emotions, and it will create tension experiencing acute grief or the effects of a in the form of “armoring” to defend against traumatic past. A Swedish study published unwanted feelings. “Trauma is a physiological in the Journal of Clinical Nursing shows that experience. Body tension that results from bereaved individuals that received 25-minunresolved trauma will not respond to only ute hand and/or foot massages once a week releasing muscle tension,” explains Lissa for eight weeks felt greater comfort and Wheeler, author of Engaging Resilience: Heal were more capable of coping with stress. the Physical Impact of Emotional Trauma: A Guide for Bodywork Practitioners.

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Healing Frequencies

Clinical aromatherapy and therapeutic sound can also play a vital role in emotional healing, especially when combined with bodywork. Kelli Passeri, a massage therapist and owner of Sound and Stone Massage, in Pittsburg, Kansas, utilizes a subwoofer speaker beneath her massage table so clients can feel the vibrations of the music.

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WHEN EMOTIONS ARE PHYSICAL

Swedish massage, Thai massage and shiatsu are all ideal treatments for chronic pain, grief and emotional imprints locked within the body’s cellular consciousness.

CranioSacral Therapy (CST) offers a gentler alternative. “CranioSacral Therapy can unravel cellular stories and assist in freeing repressed or preverbal emotions from childhood,” says Seattle-based CST therapist Barbara Coon. “Experiences are held in the body. Stress and muscular tension activate the vagus nerve, and CST focuses on calming [it].”

The vagus nerve facilitates communication between the brain and the heart, lungs and gut. Coon attests to the modality’s body-centered support for reducing anxiety, depression, panic attacks, memory loss, sleep disturbances and grief.

“Some people respond well to deep tissue work, while others do better with the gentleness of CranioSacral Therapy,” says Wheeler.

“Like a perfect dance partner, a skilled bodywork practitioner follows the nervous system and helps the client access sources of trauma.”

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the body and the chakras or energy centers to help rebalance the energy body,” says Passeri, who also uses rose quartz crystals in her hot stone sessions. She relies on aromatherapy blends that promote opening on both physical and emotional levels.

Passeri has observed common pain patterns in her clients that often don’t have a physical cause. “The sacrum tends to hold on to lifelong traumatic emotions from childhood, and the shoulders tend to reflect more current emotional blockages and issues,” she says, adding, “I encourage my clients to open up or cry because it’s a healthy thing to do. There’s no need for embarrassment and is totally okay.”

Healing on any level might take time, but allowing the body’s stories to be witnessed without judgement is key. “The good news is that when trauma is worked through, the whole body is much more resilient and has a greater capacity to live life fully,” Wheeler says.

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ne of the best ways to protect and preserve our precious eyesight is to focus on food. In general, the same plant-based, antioxidant-rich diets that defend against heart disease and cancer also contribute to eye health by reducing the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration—the two most common agerelated causes of vision loss.

However, two specific nutrients— lutein and zeaxanthin—deserve special attention. These compounds uniquely concentrate in the macula, the centrally located part of the retina responsible for visual acuity, and are most vulnerable to oxidative damage from light exposure.

Both are members of the carotenoid family, a large group of powerful antioxidant nutrients found mostly in fruits and vegetables, especially those with dark green, deep yellow, red and orange pigments.

According to the National Eye Institute and the American Optometric Association, lutein and zeaxanthin help absorb damaging ultraviolet light from the sun, as well as blue light from computer screens, digital devices and LEDs.

“Think of lutein as a sort of sunblock,” says Elizabeth Johnson, research associate professor at the Friedman School of Nutrition and Science Policy at Tufts University, in Boston. Speaking at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics annual meeting in Washington, D.C., last fall, Johnson described the yellow macular pigments— lutein and zeaxanthin—as “internal sunglasses” that protect the eyes’ photoreceptor cells. “Yellow pigment absorbs blue light,” 36

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Johnson explains. The greater our macular pigment density, the more protection we have against light damage, and the better our visual function.

As a bonus, macular pigment density also aligns with improved academic performance and cognitive function across our lifespan, reports Naiman Khan, Ph.D., a registered dietitian and director at the Body Composition and Nutritional Neuroscience Lab at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Because lutein is actively transported into breast milk, Johnson suspects the compound is important to infant eye and brain health.

Despite solid scientific evidence confirming the benefits of lutein and zeaxanthin, there is no official recommended daily allowance. Johnson explains that Americans typically consume less than two milligrams per day, falling short of levels needed to enhance visual and brain function and slow the progression of age-related eye diseases.

Her advice: Eat foods that provide between six to 10 milligrams of lutein and two milligrams of zeaxanthin each day.

Dark green leafy vegetables, including kale, spinach and collard greens, provide the highest amounts of lutein and zeaxanthin, especially when cooked. For example, one cup of cooked kale or spinach delivers more than 20 milligrams of lutein and zeaxanthin, whereas one cup of raw spinach contains just under four milligrams.

Johnson explains that cooking breaks down plant cell walls, making the carotenoids more bio-available. Plus, because lutein and zeaxanthin are fat-soluble, lower amounts

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found in avocadoes (0.4 milligrams in one medium fruit) are better absorbed. Further, simply adding an avocado or oil-based dressing to raw, dark leafy green salads will increase intestinal absorption.

The same is true for egg yolks (0.2 milligrams per large egg). In a study of 33 older adults, published in The Journal of Nutrition, researchers found that consumption of one egg a day for five weeks significantly increased blood levels of lutein and zeaxanthin without raising cholesterol levels.

According to the National Eye Institute and their Age-Related Eye Disease Studies (AREDS), additional nutrients that benefit eye health include vitamins C and E, and omega-3 fatty acids.

When it comes to eating for eye health, here’s some more insightful advice:

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Eat the “rainbow”. Choose a variety of colorful, organic fruits and vegetables daily; they are rich in eye-protecting carotenoids, flavonoids and vitamin C. Whole grains, nuts and seeds provide vitamin E, and fatty, cold-water fish such as sardines, salmon, tuna and mackerel are excellent sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Vegan sources of omega-3s include walnuts, ground flax, hemp and chia seeds, or microalgae supplements.

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Become familiar with the best food sources of lutein and zeaxanthin: lpi.OregonState.edu/mic/dietary-factors/ phytochemicals/carotenoids.

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Obtain a physician’s approval before taking eye health supplements, and compare their effectiveness, safety and cost at ConsumerLab.com.

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Stay informed: National Eye Institute, nei.nih.gov; AREDS studies: nei.nih.gov/ areds2/patientfaq.

Melinda Hemmelgarn, the “food sleuth”, is an award-winning registered dietitian, writer and nationally syndicated radio host based in Columbia, MO. Reach her at FoodSleuth@ gmail.com. Tune into Food Sleuth Radio through iTunes, Stitcher and KOPN.org.

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Healthy Garden Café

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“If your child likes Italian food, plant tomatoes and basil. If they enjoy Mexican food, then peppers and cilantro. For flowers—zinnias and cosmos—let them make flower arrangements from early summer into the fall,” suggests Susan Brandt, of Bristow, Virginia, co-founder of the gardening site BloomingSecrets.com.

Visiting a plant nursery offers the perfect opportunity to put kids on the path to healthy living. Point out and discuss the differences between organic and nonorganic seeds and between chemical fertilizers containing Roundup—labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children”—and organic fertilizers containing fish, seaweed and other natural nutrients.

Choose the Spot

Gardening for Kids The Fun of Growing Their Own

by Ronica A. O’Hara

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t’s May, and the temperature is rising, as is the sap and green shoots. It’s the perfect time to involve kids in growing their own garden that will get them outdoors, teach them planning and perseverance, and develop their motor, literacy and scientific skills.

A South Korean study found that gardening provides both high- and moderateintensity exercise for kids. It builds good eating habits, too: A British study of 46 9- and 10-year-olds found that they ate 26 percent more vegetables and fruit after growing a school garden, and a University of Florida study of 1,351 college students showed them more likely to eat veggies if they had gardened as children.

For the most gratifying results, give kids a sense of ownership. “Let them make the decisions and be in charge of the care of the garden as much as developmentally possible,” advises Sarah Pounders, senior education specialist at KidsGardening.org, in Burlington, Vermont.

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Getting Started

Order some seed catalogues, look online—or better yet, take a child to the local garden nursery. Let them decide what to grow. Their choices are as diverse as their interests.

Veggies, flowers and plants that draw butterflies each have their own appeal.

Some, like sunflowers, radishes and lettuce, are fast-growing, offering quick gratification.

Or, they can choose a theme.

A three-foot-by-three-foot plot is an ideal size for a child’s garden, as long as it gets lots of sunshine. If living in an urban area, go with pots of soil in a sunny window.

Get the Right Tools

For young kids with short attention spans, small plastic spades, rakes and hoes might work. But older kids need hardier tools.

Get them properly fitted garden gloves, plus sunhats and sunscreen.

Plant the Seeds

Help them read and interpret the seed package directions, if necessary, and use a ruler to measure proper spacing. “I always try to have a mix of plants that start from seed and from transplants, so that kids can have both immediate and delayed gratification,” says Pounders.

More to Grow By

KidsGardening.org: Designed for schools and families, this site has a wealth of kid-friendly information on everything from seeds to pollinators to creating pirate gardens.

Build-your-own worm farm: See how at Tinyurl.com/KidsWormFarm.

Youth Gardening Clubs: Many local chapters of garden clubs have these.

Tinyurl.com/YouthGardeningPrograms.

4-H: Many state 4-H organizations conduct special gardening activities, which can be found by Googling the name of a state along with “4-H gardening”.

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Water, Weed and Mulch

Show them how to use the watering can or hose properly, usually watering only when the soil is dry to a depth of one inch. They can mix their own non-toxic pesticide out of vinegar and salt, and spread such organic mulches as straw, newspaper, grass clippings and leaves to discourage weeds.

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Get Scientific

“They can look at the soil to see all the living creatures in it, which is especially fun through a microscope,” says Dixie Sandborn, an extension specialist at Michigan State University. “They can learn about vermiculture by making a worm bin and feeding the worms their table scraps.”

With a ruler, they can measure the growth of various plants and create a chart comparing rates. By taking photos or drawing pictures on a daily or weekly basis, they can compile an album, along with their commentary on weather patterns.

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“Let them add personal touches like stepping stones, signs and other decorations that let them express their personality in their garden space,” says Pounders. Help them build a scarecrow, bird feeder, toad house, bird bath, sundial or a tent. Make a teepee or small enclosure and cover it with flowers, vines or climbing beans.

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After picking ripe vegetables, kids can find recipes and prepare snacks or a dish; arrange plucked flowers in vases and take photos; do craft activities with seeds, plants and flowers, like making potpourri or framing dried flowers; or throw a garden-themed party with favors that include herbs or seed packets. “You could have a ‘pa-jam-a’ party. Kids could wear their pajamas, pick berries, and make jam to take home,” suggests Sandborn.

Ronica A. O’Hara is a Denver-based freelance health writer. Connect at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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PLANTS TALK

Discover Their Secret Language

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by April Thompson

hile flowers are We underestimate entomology at the Universiknown to lean what plants can ty of California at Davis and toward light, a the author of Plant Sensing do because their growing body of research and Communication. communication is is demonstrating plants also respond to sounds and Better Living invisible to us. scents—and then herald Through Chemistry ~Heidi Appel the news to their neighbors.

Early evidence of plant Far from being passive life communication was discovforms, members of the plant kingdom are ered by accident, according to Jack Schultz, senior executive director of research adept at interacting with their environdevelopment at the University of Toledo, ments and with each other. in Ohio. “In the 1970s, researchers began

“Plants don’t have specialized sense to notice plants under attack respond by organs, but like animals, plants are very increasing defensive chemistry—things capable of sensing their environment. They that make a plant distasteful or toxic to perceive cues, weigh different alternatives and allocate resources in very sophisticated predators,” he says. Researchers noticed ways,” says Richard Karban, professor of that control plants also seemed to respond

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to their neighbors being attacked.

Since then, Schultz, Karban and other investigators have discovered that plants emit complex profiles of odors in the form of volatile compounds that can be picked up by other plants, as well as insects.

Studying sagebrush in the Sierra Nevada mountains, Karban found that plants under duress emit chemical cues that trigger nearby plants to increase their defenses.

These odors vary with the type of threat and time, working to attract pollinators during the day and fending off enemies at night, Schultz says. A plant being eaten by an insect may release a chemical that attracts predatory insects looking for herbivore prey. “There is a clear adaptive advantage in attracting the ‘enemy of your enemy’, who can act as a bodyguard for the plant being attacked.”

Smells are just part of a plant’s multisensory life, says Heidi Appel, a professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences at the University of Toledo and one of Schultz’s collaborators. Appel’s research with collaborator Rex Cocroft, at the University of Missouri, demonstrates they’re listening for threats, too.

Her lab exposed plants from the mustard family to the sound of a caterpillar feeding, with control plants in silence or “listening” to a recording of the wind or other insects, and found that those vibrations didn’t effect the same defensive-priming response as that of the plant-munching caterpillar. “Plants have no special sense organs, so their sophisticated sense of hearing is very surprising,” says Appel.

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Plants have no special sense organs, so their sophisticated sense of hearing is very surprising. ~Heidi Appel that their chemical signals were transmitted by air rather than soil or root systems.

Yet researcher Suzanne Simard, a professor of forest ecology at the University of British Columbia, in Vancouver, is digging into the underground connections, finding that trees are interacting with one another below the ground in complex ways.

Trees have a symbiotic relationship with fungi that’s built on a mutually beneficial exchange of nutrients, says Simard.

This underground network links root systems of trees together, enabling them to exchange carbon, water and other nutrients in a kind of natural balance sheet.

Simard discovered these networks had hubs—typically older “mother trees”—that can connect to hundreds of saplings and send them excess carbon that can quadruple their survival rates.

Simard also found that trees engage in “defense signaling” similar to plants, increasing their natural defenses in response to damage inflicted on their neighbors, but only if the mycorrhizal networks of fungi that aid in sending such messages are intact. Simard’s research seeks to understand how environmental threats like climate change and logging may further disrupt these communication networks.

Recognizing all of the communication that exists between plants, we might wonder if human words of encouragement can help them grow. Perhaps, but not for the reasons one might hope, says Appel. “Whenever we feel a sense of connection to another life form, we are more likely to take better care of it,” says the researcher. “We underestimate what plants can do because their communication is invisible to us. Yet we also have to be careful about overestimating their abilities. We need an understanding to be driven by science, and not wishful thinking.”

April Thompson is a freelance writer in Washington, D.C. Contact her at AprilWrites.com.

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CBD FOR PETS What We Need to Know

by Kajsa Nickels

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Within three days, it was like I had a new dog. She no longer destroys things, she is calm, she is more engaged with her environment. ~Cindy Hesse Stephen Cital, a veterinary technician in San Jose, California, co-founded the Facebook group Veterinary Cannabis Academy. He agrees that the purity of the extraction method is significant.

He also notes that price is not necessarily an indicator of quality. “A 30-cc bottle of CBD could cost $70 at a concentration of 700 milligrams [7 mg per cc]. However, it’s possible to find the same volume at the same price at a concentration of 1,000 milligrams [10 mg per cc].”

Some products don’t contain CBD at all, only hemp extract, Cital explains. “For people who don’t understand the labeling, this can be very misleading.”

CBD is one of 104 cannabinoids found in both industrial hemp and marijuana plants.

Full-spectrum hemp extracts contain the entire profile of cannabinoids, including trace amounts of THC. Broad-spectrum hemp extracts contain everything but the THC. Cital says

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ith the explosion of cannabidiol (CBD) products on the human medical scene, many pet owners are looking into this hemp plant derivative as a natural means of medicating their fourlegged family members. A study conducted by the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, in Ithaca, New York, found that CBD can be effective in treating some of the same ailments in pets as it does in humans.

“I’ve used CBD on dogs and cats suffering from arthritis, anxiety and seizures,” says Angie Krause, DVM, a veterinarian with Boulder Holistic Vet, in Colorado. “I’ve even used CBD to treat cats with chronic respiratory infections.”

Unlike CBD from marijuana, which in most cases is a Schedule I narcotic that the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration considers highly subject to abuse, CBD from industrial hemp contains less than 0.3 percent of the psychoactive component THC. It is legal under federal law and can be sold nationwide, subject to state regulations.

However, choosing the right CBD product is complicated by the number of confusing options. “There are so many products on the shelves with different concentrations and formulations,” says Krause, who considers the extraction method used during production to be one of the most important factors. She favors CO2 (carbon dioxide) extraction over solvent extraction methods: “CO2 leaves no residue behind that could harm the bodies of small animals such as dogs and cats.”

it’s always best to start with full- or broadspectrum products for the “entourage effect”, in which the cannabinoids work in concert. Isolates of additional cannabinoids can be added as needed, he says.

When choosing a product to purchase for a pet, he recommends going with companies that are able to present the consumer with a certificate of analysis by a third party. “The certificate will show the complete profile of the CBD product, including cannabinoid, terpene, residual solvent, pesticide, bacteria, mycotoxin, fungicidal and elemental profiles,” he says.

Cital notes that the elemental profile is especially important. “Hemp is very good at absorbing what is in its environment, including heavy metals such as lead.”

Krause favors CBD products with minimal ingredients that “should be as simple as possible,” she says. “No xylitol, no artificial colors or sweeteners.”

Cindy Hesse, of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, also believes that CBD for pets should be as pure as possible. Her Cocker Spaniel, Reina, is both blind and deaf. Because of her handicaps, Reina experienced extreme anxiety to the point

of destroying her metal crate, furniture and door frames. Reina’s vet put her on the antidepressant and antianxiety drugs Prozac and trazadone, but these only helped for a short period.

After attending a CBD conference in Florida, her veterinarian decided to see if the compound might help the dog—his first patient to use CBD. The results, Hesse says, were amazing. “Within three days, it was like I had a new dog. She no longer destroys things, she is calm, she is more engaged with her environment. I recommend CBD oil to everyone I know who has a pet with health issues.”

When deciding whether to give CBD to a pet, Krause and Cital recommend working with a veterinarian to ensure the proper dosage. “People can certainly work with CBD on their own with their pets,” says Krause, “but it’s important to get the dosing and concentration right to make it worthwhile.”

Kajsa Nickels is a freelance writer and a music composer. She resides in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Contact her at fideleterna45@ gmail.com.

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FRIDAY, MAY 3

Rutgers Master Gardeners of Camden County Plant Sale – May 1 & 3. 10am-6pm. Reasonably priced perennials and annual flowers, vegetables and herb plants available for purchase. In addition, our staff of Master Gardeners will be there to answer all of your gardening questions. Greenhouse, 508 Lakeland Rd, Blackwood. 856-216-7130.

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Bhakti Bliss Retreat – May 3-5. With Yvette Om. Retreat highlights include: Cultivate Bhakti, devotional practices and offerings of chanting and music.

The art of creative play: voice, harmonium, dance and percussion, explore mantras for expansion, support and wellness, delicious healthy meals, nature walks, yoga and more. Temenos Retreat Center, 1564 Telegraph Rd, West Chester, PA. More info: 856-546-1006 or LiveInJoyYoga.com.

The Holistic Chamber of Commerce, Cherry Hill-Moorestown Chapter Meeting – 6:308:30pm. Topic: Panel Discussion: All About Balance. Do you find it difficult to balance, work, family, friends, responsibilities and “me” time? Join us for a panel discussion on balance and what it means to different people. All our members will have the opportunity to participate and collectively share their best tips, practices and strategies. $5/member, $10/ nonmember, $15/at door. Rizzieri Aveda School of Massage, 8102 Town Center Blvd, Voorhees Twp. Register: Paypal.me/HCCCHMC.

savethedate The Truth About the Cosmetics Industry and the Impact on Our Health 7pm.

Alison Gaudenzi, Clean Living and Beauty Advocate, shares the trade secrets that beauty companies are hiding and how to decode a product label so you can make safer choices.

She will also bring the good news of how new companies are pioneering the Clean Beauty Movement.

Hosted by Women’s Wellness Connection of SJ. Sponsored by DeCotiis Chiropractic Wellness.

LourdesCare, 1 Brace Rd, Cherry Hill.

Register, Judy: 609-221-2285 or Tammy@Wellness4Living.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 2 Create Your Own Black Gold: Composting Class – 6:30-8pm. With Melisa Skyrm. Will discuss how to compost food waste in your backyard. Various options/ideas with pros and cons of each. Regenerate Health and Wellness, 2 Split Rock Dr, Ste 12, Cherry Hill. Register: 609-332-1324.

Dynaminc Open Water: Stronger – 7pm. With Bruckner Chase. Training program development and methods to bridge the gap from the pool to the open water. Looking beyond the standard swimmers’ box of training methods focused on the core open water principals of performance. $15. William G. Rohrer Center for HealthFitness, 2309 Evesham Rd, Voorhees. 856-325-5300. VirtuaFitness.org.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Ultrarunning – 6:30-8pm.

Intrigued by the thought of running a race 50 miles or more? Join amateur endurance runner Chris Maltbie for an introduction to training the body and mind for a race that no one feels ready to do. Free.

REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton. 856-810-1938.

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SATURDAY, MAY 4 Free Bird Walks with Birders – 10am. Walk the grounds of the nature center with experienced birders in search of beautiful spring migrants. Appropriate for both experienced birders and beginners. Bring own binoculars or borrow ours. Leader: Michelle Horowitz. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton. Pre-register: 609-2612495 or RancocasNatureCenter.org.

Tails on the Trails Hike and Collection – 10am1pm. Grab your canine companion and em“bark” on a guided hike throughout the park. Bring along a donation (food or otherwise) for local animal shelters. Pennington Park, 501 Parkview Dr, Delanco.

Register: 856-810-5560 or LLBean.com/marlton.

10th Sustainable South Jersey Earth Festival & Family Fun Bike Ride – 10am-2pm. Theme: “Reduce Plastic: Fantastic!” 90+ business, school, community and non-profit group displays. Recycling-Upcycling Depot: plastic shopping bags, shoes, gently-used books. Free tree seedling giveaway, while supplies last. Two stages of entertainment. Healthy food for purchase. Sustainable strategies for work, home, play. Gardening tips. Free admission. Cherry Hill’s historic Croft Farm, 100 Bortons Mill Rd, Cherry Hill.

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Open Water Swim Clinics – 12 & 2pm. With Bruckner Chase. Training focused session that will develop the skills and strength to implement the concepts that were taught in the classroom. $25/ clinic. William G. Rohrer Center for HealthFitness, 2309 Evesham Rd, Voorhees. 856-325-5300.

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Reveal – 12-2pm. A unique workshop combining meditation, movement and photography to empower women. Meet your higher self and receive an attunement during the guided meditation. Then reveal your most enlightened and powerful self in a photo session and receive a photo that can be used in your self-awareness practices. $33. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson.

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Call Ahead Campfire Session: Choosing the Right Climbing Shoe – 2-2:30pm. In this short session, our outdoor experts will show you the different styles of climbing shoes, the proper fit, and how to care for your shoes. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton.

856-810-1938. REI.com/stores/marlton.html.

SUNDAY, MAY 5 Signs of Life – 9am-4pm. Using universal symbols tap intuitive knowledge for personal growth.

“Intuition, Illumination, Intention.” A full-day creative workshop to simplify, clarify and set goals. Great for teams or partners. Bring a friend free. $197; Early bird special $147. Register: Monica@SpiritMatterStudio.com.

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

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

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Plant Swap – 1-2:30pm. Calling all plant lovers.

Bring your extra veggie/flower seedlings, perennial divisions, bulbs, shrubs, healthy house plants, or just come empty handed, and leave with new (to you) plant varieties. Place your plants in containers, label them as well as possible and make sure they are non-invasive, as well as pest and disease free. The SJ Seed Circle Library will be on hand with seeds that can be started now. Free. Collingswood Library, 771 Haddon Ave, Collingswood.

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Interpretive Trail Hike – 1:30-2:30pm. Join an RNC naturalist for an interpretive hike through our varied habitats. Pace is easy and suitable for adults and teenagers. Free; donations encouraged. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton. Pre-register: 609-261-2495 or RancocasNatureCenter.org.

Beginner’s Camping Workshop – 1:30-3:30pm.

Join REI’s expert guides for this hands-on, first look at camping. Practice setting up tents, get help selecting the best sleeping bag for you, and get practical experience to help you camp for the first time. $15/member, $35/nonmember. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton. 856-810-1938.

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

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

856-546-1006. LiveInJoyYoga.com.

TUESDAY, MAY 7 Free Bird Walks with Birders – 7-8:30am.

See May 4 listing. Leader: Sandra Keller.

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

Introduction to Kundalini Yoga Level II – Tuesdays, 7:30-9pm. Deepen your experience, knowledge in the power of kundalini yoga. Each week will introduce and experience a new topic and complete practice of pranayam, kriya and meditation. Prior experience necessary; 6-wk Kundalini Intro class and/or an understanding of the basic principles of kundalini yoga. Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. 856-546-1006.

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TUESDAY, MAY 14 Tai Chi Fundamentals – May 14 & 21. 11am. An excellent class for beginners to learn the basics.

Experienced students will also benefit from revisiting the fundamentals. No registration required; everyone welcome. Virtua Center for HealthFitness, 401 Young Ave, Moorestown. 856-291-8800.

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 8 Matt Penner Numerology Workshop – 6-8:30pm.

What numerology can reveal about you. Matt will also doing mini-numerology readings and angel card messages for each attendee. Seating limited to 5 attendees. $40/person. Mystic Ginger, 102 S Black Horse Pike, Blackwood. RSVP: 856-563-6634 or MysticGingerApothecary@gmail.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 9 Yoga for Joint Replacement – 4-5pm. 8 wks.

Developed and taught by a registered yoga teacher (RYT) who is a physical therapist with over 20 yrs of experience, this class aims to help you reconnect with your body, become more mindful about how you move in the world, and improve your ability to manage stress and pain. $20. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson. JustBreatheCenter.org.

Nutrition for Cycling – 6:30-8pm. Avoid the “bonk” by learning how to stay fueled with everyday food, beverages, and engineered options while training for your first long-distance charity ride. Free.

REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton. 856-810-1938.

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savethedate Conquering Leaky Gut Workshop 7pm.

Learn how food sensitivities can cause physical and mental health issues. Topics: the evolution of sensitivities, the Gut-Brain Connection, the immune system’s role, techniques to determine reactive foods and how the body heals naturally following the elimination of inflammatory foods.

Free.

Wegmans, Upstairs WiFi Café, 2100 Rte 70, Cherry Hill.

Reservations required: 609-202-8188.

FRIDAY, MAY 10 Camden Waterfront Cleanup – 9am-12pm. Volunteers needed to help. Gloves and tools provided. Meet on Pearl St next to Campbell Field. RSVP, Michael Hogan: 609-476-2086 or HoganPhoto@verizon.net.

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Back to the Mat with Big Beginnings – 6:307:45pm. Registered Yoga Teacher Melody will help you to gently and safely move through asanas (yoga poses) that increase flexibility, strength and stamina in both your body and mind while building confidence and harmony within your being. $15/ drop-in or class card. Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. 856-546-1006.

LiveInJoyYoga.com.

Crystal Healing 101 – 7-8pm. Interested in crystals but don’t know where to start? Join us as we explore different crystals and their healing properties. Crystals available for purchase. One Positive Mind, 5 Mill St, Vincentown. 609-744-5353.

OnePositiveMind.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 11 Paws and Feet 5K Race and Doggie Fun Day – 9am-2pm. Festivities kick off with a timed 5K Race and the Smile Mile, followed by a day full of music, food, activities and games for the whole family. Cooper River Park, N Park Dr, Pennsauken Twp. awanj.org.

Swim Academy – Saturdays, May 11-June 29.

Eight 45-min sessions conducted by a certified swim instructor in a group setting of 4-6 children. 3 yrs of age; fully potty trained to participate. Jellyfish, 11:30am-12:15pm: Focus on floating and basic water safety for beginners who are comfortable in the water. Goldfish, 12:30-1:15pm: Focus on the mechanics of the freestyle with advanced swimmers who can swim above or beneath the water. $120/ members, $140/nonmembers. William G. Rohrer Center for HealthFitness, 2309 Evesham Rd, Voorhees. 856-325-5300. VirtuaFitness.org.

Campfire Session: Get to Know Your New Bike – 2-2:30pm. In this short session, our cycling experts will cover everything you need to know about your new bike including: fit, shifting, braking, wheels, suspension and maintenance. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton. 856-810-1938. REI.com/stores/ marlton.html.

SUNDAY, MAY 12 Eckankar Light and Sound Service – 11am12pm. Service includes a reading from the ECK writings, singing HU, followed by a discussion on this month’s topic: Can You Love God More?. Open to all spiritual backgrounds and faiths. Free. Acu-Health Center, 100 W Camden Ave, Moorestown. More info: 800-870-9139 or Spirituality@Eckankar-NJ.org.

Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea – 1-3pm. Enjoy teas, finger sandwiches, scones, muffins and more in the beautiful home and garden setting. Bring mom out for tea and to stroll the gardens, historic village and visit the General Store. $25/person. Whitesbog Preservation Trust, 120 W Whites Bogs Rd, #34, Browns Mills. 609-893-4646. Whitesbog.org.

Map & Compass Navigation Basics Class – 1:303:30pm. Learn basic navigation skills using map and compass to find your way. $30/member, $50/ nonmember. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton.

856-810-1938. REI.com/stores/marlton.html.

Up Your Game Series: Aligned for Tennis/Racquet Sports/Handball – 5:30-6:30pm. Tennis and other racquet sports don’t cause tennis elbow, wrist, or shoulder pain. Join Postural Alignment Specialist Deb Freeman and experience exercises designed to get to the actual root of the problem, musculoskeletal dysfunction, so you can enjoy your sport of choice while reducing your chances of pain and injury. $15. Yoga for Living, 1926 Greentree Rd, Cherry Hill. Pre-registration suggested: 856-404-7287 or Rhonda@YogaForLiving.net.

Understanding Geopathic Stress – 7-8pm. Is your home making you sick? Are you unable to get a diagnosis for a health issue? Is your home or business a money pit of endless repairs and major expenses? Are you or your loved ones experiencing unresolved emotional or behavioral problems?

Geopathic stress may be the culprit. Learn about this phenomenon’s signs and symptoms, and how you can get relief. Free. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson. JustBreatheCenter.org.

Self-Defense Workshop – 7-9pm. This realitybased, hands-on self-defense training and educational seminar is appropriate for men and women of all ages. $20/person. Virtua Center for HealthFitness, 401 Young Ave, Moorestown. 856-291-8800.

VirtuaFitness.org.

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

WEDNESDAY, MAY 15 Career Day For Entrepreneurs Webinar – 11am, 3 & 9pm. Anyone searching for a new beginning, new purpose; make immediate part-time or full-time income in the health and wellness industry, attend this webinar. Learn how to get started as the owner of your own global business. For more info: 201-913-0397. Kangen-Hydration.com.

Intuitive Eating Support Group – 7:30-9pm.

Monthly. Features a 45-min lecture on an intuitive eating related topic, followed by 45-min of group discussion and sharing. Main focus is body positivity and self-acceptance. One Positive Mind, 5 Mill St, Vincentown. 609-744-5353. OnePositiveMind.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 16 What’s in Your Day Pack? – 7-8pm. Our experienced hikers will unpack a prepped day pack, talk about must-have gear and list the outdoors essentials you’ll need for a safe and comfortable hike. LL Bean at Sagemore, 500 S Rte 73, Marlton. Register: 856-810-5560 or LLBean.com/marlton.

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FRIDAY, MAY 17 “Mother of All” Great Mother, Kali, Demeter, Holy Mother, Cersei, Ma, Durga, Gaia – Whether fierce or tender all aspects of the Mother are part of our personal or cultural experience. Through transmissions and practices with many Divine representatives of this life giving force you’ll transform and deepen your connection to this primal source. $30/ advance, $40/day of. Cherry Hill. Register, Andrea Regal: 856-904-5566. HealersUniverse.com.

Spiritual Wisdom Discussion Class – 11am12pm. Learn techniques to open your awareness of your spiritual life beyond the physical. Join us for our monthly Spiritual Discussion Class, covering various Spiritual Laws to help navigate life easier. Topic: The Spiritual Law of Nature. Free.

Mt. Laurel Community Center, 100 Mount Laurel Rd, Mount Laurel. More info: 800-870-9139 or Spirituality@Eckankar-NJ.org.

Cacao Ceremony + Reiki Sound Healing – 7-9pm.

Experience the heart opening powers of cacao while being guided into a deep meditation with crystal singing bowls. During the Sound Healing Meditation receive a mini-reiki session. One Positive Mind, 5 Mill St, Vincentown. 609-744-5353.

OnePositiveMind.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 18 Spring Clean Up at Saddler’s Woods – 9:30am1pm. Volunteers needed to remove litter, weed invasive plants, plant native species and maintain trails. Refreshments, gloves and tools provided. All ages. Rain or shine. Saddler’s Woods, 250 Macarthur Blvd, Haddon Township. Pre-registration required: SaddlersWoods.org.

Pink Lady’s Slipper Orchid Walk – 10am1pm. Learn about these colorful and fascinating plants. Batsto Village, 31 Batsto Rd, Hammonton. RSVP, Michael Hogan: 609-476-2086 or HoganPhoto@verizon.net. SJLandWater.org.

Naturalist-Led Walk – 10:30am-12pm. Join an RNC naturalist for a themed hike around the preserve. Suitable for adults and interested teenagers.

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

Whitesbog BioBlitz – 11am-8pm. A bioblitz is a 24-hr event that focuses on identifying and quantifying as many species as possible in a specific place. In a bioblitz, the community and scientific experts work together to learn more about the local biodiversity. Whitesbog Preservation Trust, 120 W Whites Bogs Rd, #34, Browns Mills. 609-893-4646.

Whitesbog.org.

AWA Adoption Event – 12-3pm. Stop by, you might just leave with your new best friend. Petsmart Cherry Hill, 2135 NJ-38, Ste B, Cherry Hill. awanj.org.

Campfire Session: Hiker’s First Aid – 2-2:30pm.

In this short session, our experienced staff will give you the basics on how to create your own first aid kit and deal with common hiker’s injuries. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton. 856-810-1938. REI.com/ stores/marlton.html.

Moonlight Walk – 7pm. Come explore the village and the bogs by moon light. An experienced guide will share insights about Whitesbog and the nature that surrounds us with a different topic each month. Whitesbog Preservation Trust, 120 W Whites Bogs Rd, #34, Browns Mills. 609-893-4646.

Whitesbog.org.

SUNDAY, MAY 19 Blueberry Music Jam – 11am-2pm. Stop into the historic village of Whitesbog to listen to the tunes of local musicians; the open music jam is acoustic.

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

Whitesbog.org.

Gloucester Township Arts Market – 12-5pm. All vendors will be selling and displaying their handcrafted wares. Rain or shine. Parking lot behind Gloucester Township Library, 15 S Black Horse Pike, Gloucester Township. Mystic Ginger, 102 S Black Horse Pike, Blackwood. RSVP: 856-563-6634 or MysticGingerApothecary@gmail.com.

Walk in the Wild: Spring Wild Edibles Walk – 2pm. With Elizabeth Kligge. Learn to identify and harvest wild edible, medicinal and utilitarian plants.

Will also discuss safety and the caretaker’s method of gathering. Free. Old Pine Farm Natural Lands Trust, Willoughby House, 340 Pine Ave, Deptford.

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

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Full Moon Women’s Circle – 7:30-9pm. An evening of sacred sisterhood, meditation and fun.

Will celebrate the Full Moon and releasing what is no longer serving us. Bringing women together to learn, share stories and connect. Each month different. Bring a journal. One Positive Mind, 5 Mill St, Vincentown. 609-744-5353. OnePositiveMind.com.

TUESDAY, MAY 21 Tai Chi Fundamentals – 11am. See May 14 listing. Virtua Center for HealthFitness, 401 Young Ave, Moorestown. 856-291-8800. VirtuaFitness.org.

Up Your Game Series: Aligned for Cycling – 5:30-6:30pm. Many cyclists suffer from pain and injuries as a result of compromised posture and the repetitive motion of the sport they love. Join Postural Alignment Specialist Deb Freeman to learn how to address common postural misalignments and the resulting pains created by cycling. $15.

Yoga for Living, 1926 Greentree Rd, Cherry Hill. Pre-registration suggested: 856-404-7287 or Rhonda@YogaForLiving.net.

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

WEDNESDAY, MAY 22 Career Day For Entrepreneurs Webinar – 11am, 3 & 9pm. Anyone searching for a new beginning, new purpose; make immediate part-time or full-time income in the health and wellness industry, attend this webinar. Learn how to get started as the owner of your own global business. For more info: 201-913-0397. Kangen-Hydration.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 23 Camping with Kids – 7-8pm. Learn tips from our expert staff to ensure your entire family has a great time outdoors. From first-timers to experienced campers, we can help you make the most of your time outside and have a great camping experience.

LL Bean at Sagemore, 500 S Rte 73, Marlton.

Register: 856-810-5560 or LLBean.com/marlton.

SATURDAY, MAY 25 Family-Friendly Hike – 10am-12pm. This 3-mi trail with varying scenery, including meadow, forest and wetland habitats, is the perfect place to bring the family. Children must be 8 yrs or older. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton.

Register: 856-810-5560 or LLBean.com/marlton.

Laurel Ravine Cleanup – 10am-12pm. Help protect the homes of plants and animals by joining us as we clear debris from the natural areas along the ravine. 21 Timber Creek Rd, Stratford. RSVP, Michael Hogan: 609-476-2086 or HoganPhoto@verizon.net. SJLandWater.org.

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

609-509-5103. RancocasWoodsEvents.com.

The Spiritual Male – 12-2pm. A men’s spirituality class that invites men to explore their spirituality.

Together we will use crystals, meditation, drums, to awaken our spirit. Find community and support for your practice. Instructor: Hasan Trower. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson.

JustBreatheCenter.org.

Campfire Session: Packing With Your Pup – 2-2:30pm. In this short session, our outdoor experts and fellow dog lovers will share trail tested tip and gear to make sure your canine companion doesn’t have to “ruff” it on your next hike. REI Marlton, 501 Rte 73 S, Marlton. 856-810-1938. REI.com/ stores/marlton.html.

SUNDAY, MAY 26 Mitch the Modern Medium – 6-8:30pm. An evening with medium Mitch Ott, sharing messages from Spirit and past loved ones. $50/each. Mystic Ginger, 102 S Black Horse Pike, Blackwood. RSVP: 856-563-6634 or MysticGingerApothecary@gmail.com.

TUESDAY, MAY 28 Up Your Game Series: Aligned for Rowing/ Kayaking – 5:30-6:30pm. Join Postural Alignment Specialist Deb Freeman to experience exercises effective for correcting the forward head position and spinal flexion rowing tends to create and reinforce.

Focus on improving the shoulder, elbow, and wrist functionality required to row without pain. $15.

Yoga for Living, 1926 Greentree Rd, Cherry Hill. Pre-registration suggested: 856-404-7287 or Rhonda@YogaForLiving.net.

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

WEDNESDAY, MAY 29 Career Day For Entrepreneurs Webinar – 11am, 3 & 9pm. Anyone searching for a new beginning, new purpose; make immediate part-time or full-time income in the health and wellness industry, attend this webinar. Learn how to get started as the owner of your own global business. For more info: 201-913-0397. Kangen-Hydration.com.

THURSDAY, MAY 30

savethedate Virtua Ladies’ Night Out 5:30-8:30pm.

Vendors include: Rodan and Fields; Conerstone Bank; 5-min reading with Tracy Farquhar psychic medium; wine sampling with Wagonhouse Winery; fitness demos; chair massages. $15.

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

856-325-5300.

VirtuaFitness.org.

Must Have Camping Essentials – 7-8pm. Learn what you need, why you need it, and how to use it, from our experienced experts. LL Bean at Sagemore, 500 S Rte 73, Marlton. Register: 856-810-5560 or LLBean.com/marlton.

Speaking of Nature Series: Earth, Wind & Ice – 7-8pm. Ancient Climate Change to Periglacial Landscapes. Presenter: Dr. Mark Demitroff, Stockton University Geology Dept. Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Rd, Westampton. Pre-register: 609-261-2495 or RancocasNatureCenter.org.

FRIDAY, MAY 31 Friday Night Flow – 6:30-7:45pm. Lori Bobbin leads a series of gentle asana (yoga poses), guided meditation, and breath work designed to help ground and maintain balance through this season of transition. Designed for all shapes and sizes. $15 or class card. Live in Joy Yoga & Wellness, 118 W Merchant St, Audubon. 856-546-1006. LiveInJoyYoga.com.

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retreat FRIDAY, MAY 3

Bhakti Bliss Retreat May 3-5 With Yvette Om. Retreat highlights include: Cultivate Bhakti, devotional practices and offerings of chanting and music. The art of creative play: voice, harmonium, dance and percussion, explore mantras for expansion, support and wellness, delicious healthy meals, nature walks, yoga and more.

Temenos Retreat Center, 1564 Telegraph Rd, West Chester, PA. More info: 856-546-1006 or LiveInJoyYoga.com.

markyourcalendar Functional, Fit, and Fun Class Series Tuesdays, June 4-25 5:30-6:30pm

You will improve your functionality and become more fit while having fun in the process; and just in time for summer! Instructed by Egoscue Institute certified Postural Alignment Specialist Deb Freeman.

“Spring into Bliss” Annual Holistic Yoga Retreat May 3-5 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. All levels.

$15/class.

$299 all inclusive.

Yoga for Living, 1926 Greentree Rd, Cherry Hill.

Pre-registration suggested: 856-404-7287 or Rhonda@YogaForLiving.net.

Holly Shores Camping Resort, 491 Rte 9 S, Cape May. To reserve: 609-886-1234.

Info: 609-827-8886 or YogaCapeMay.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 15

savethedate Animals and Divine Love: Exploring Our Spiritual Connection 10am-12pm If you’ve ever had a pet or been around animals, you may already know that they have a great capacity for love. In sometimes surprising ways, animals teach, heal and open our hearts to a deeper understanding of life and divine love. Join us outdoors for an hr exploration of our spiritual connection to animals, followed by refreshments and fellowship.

Free.

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

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

training FRIDAY, JUNE 7

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

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

856-546-1006. LiveInJoyYoga.com

Go for it now. The future is promised to no one. ~Wayne Dyer May 2019

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ongoing events

sunday Movement to Meditation Yoga – 4-5:15pm. Join Michael for a gentle yoga session with an emphasis on visualization and meditation. If you are looking to deepen your meditation practice or if you are just beginning, this class is for you. $15/drop-in; plans available. Spiritual Healing Through Guidance, 459 Oakshade Rd, Shamong. Bethob67.wixsite.com/ spiritual-healing.

monday Beginning Belly Dance Yoga – 6-7pm. Balance your life with belly dance workouts that burn fat fast, raise metabolism, and build tone immediately.

Learn basic movements and exercises for building muscle. $20/class. Priestess Works Studio, 5 N Broadway, Pitman. Text to register: 856-379-8510.

PriestessWorks.com.

God: An Open Forum – 6:30-8pm. 2nd Mon. Are you aware of God? How would you define your relationship? What role, if any, does He play? Have your thoughts and feelings shifted during the years? An open discussion about what might be a critical awareness as we navigate our journey. $15. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379.

TheCenterLifeInBalance@gmail.com.

Monthly Meditation/Mini-Workshop – 6:308:30pm. 1st Mon. Explore meditation, energy education/topics and reiki. Please arrive on time so the meditation is not disturbed, and refrain from alcohol the day of the workshop. $15. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379.

TheCenterLifeInBalance@gmail.com.

Working Session Meeting: Sustainable Haddon Heights – 7pm. 1st Mon. Meetings are open to all interested volunteers. Haddon Heights Public Library, lower level, 608 Station Ave. SustainableHaddonHeights.org.

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

tuesday Buti Yoga – 12-1pm. Balance your life with buti yoga workouts that burn fat fast, raise metabolism, and build tone immediately. Buti yoga combines intensive cardio workouts with slow flowing postures to help build strength in a fun way. $20/class.

Priestess Works Studio, 5 N Broadway, Pitman. Text to register: 856-379-8510. PriestessWorks.com.

Qigong – 1:30-2:30pm. An ancient Chinese health system of healing and energy medicine. It is the art and science of using breathing techniques, gentle mindful movement, and meditation to cleanse, strengthen, and circulate qi. Instructor: Juhi Singhal. $15. Just Breathe, 2800 Rte 130, Ste 100, Cinnaminson. JustBreatheCenter.org.

Buti Yoga – 12-1pm. Balance your life with buti yoga workouts that burn fat fast, raise metabolism, and build tone immediately. Buti yoga combines intensive cardio workouts with slow flowing postures to help build strength in a fun way. $20/class.

Priestess Works Studio, 5 N Broadway, Pitman. Text to register: 856-379-8510. PriestessWorks.com.

Kids’ Hip Hop Class – Thru June 4. 1:30-3pm.

Ages 5-12. Features different styles of hip hop to upbeat music in a safe environment. Studio opens 30 mins before class starts. $35/class. Movement Magic Studio, 5 N Broadway, Pitman. Text to reserve spot: 856-553-5123. Movement-Magic.com.

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

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

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

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

Down to Earth Yoga – 6:30-7:30pm. A practical and realistic practice, using straightforward poses and clear alignment cues to developmental and physical confidence and awareness. Class touches on the natural world and its seasonal changes. Sol Yoga at Vacanti Jiu Jitsu, 1351 Rte 38W, Hainesport.

267-664-3236. SolYogaNJ.com.

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

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

Holistic Chamber of Commerce Cherry HillMoorestown – 6:30-8pm. 3rd Tues. Regular chapter meetings. $5/members, $10/nonmembers.

Details about meetings, including current meeting location & topic: HolisticChamberOfCommerce. com/Moorestown.

Kids’ Bellydance Class – Thru June 6. 1:30-3pm.

Ages 5-12. Covers the fundamentals of bellydance while listening to fun and upbeat music. Studio opens 30 mins before class starts. $35/class. Movement Magic Studio, 5 N Broadway, Pitman. Text to reserve spot: 856-553-5123. Movement-Magic.com.

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

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

VirtuaFitness.org.

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

NaturalHealthNJ.com.

Mid-Day Meditation – 12pm. Also held Fri. Join us for a 10-min meditation. On Wed the focus is love; on Fri, peace. Each week we raise the love and peace vibration personally and globally. Treat yourself to a mid-week refresher. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford. 609-975-8379.

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Adult Hip Hop Cardio Class – Thru June 5.

6-7pm. Elevate your workout with an hr of non-stop dancing. Studio opens 30 mins before class starts. $20/class. Movement Magic Studio, 5 N Broadway, Pitman. Text to reserve spot: 856-553-5123.

Movement-Magic.com.

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

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

888-847-8823. Virtua.org.

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

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

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

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

JustBreatheCenter.org.

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

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

Mid-Day Meditation – 12pm. See Wed listing. The Center, Life in Balance, 45 S Main St, Medford.

609-975-8379.

Adult Hip Hop Cardio Class – Thru June 7.

6-7pm. Elevate your workout with an hr of non-stop dancing. Studio opens 30 mins before class starts. $20/class. Movement Magic Studio, 5 N Broadway, Pitman. Text to reserve spot: 856-553-5123.

Movement-Magic.com.

Friday Nite Fitness Hike – 7pm. Brisk pace, 8-10 miles. Work up a sweat exploring the sand roads and trails of Brendan Byrne State Forest. Be prepared to walk at an average of 3.5 mph, with few breaks.

Meet at the Campground, Glass House and Coopers Rd, Woodland Township. Leaders, Bob Hodges: RLHHLR@aol.com. ocsj.org.

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

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

Whitesbog.org.

Beginning Belly Dance Yoga – 10:30-11:30am.

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

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

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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. Look no further for your organic skincare specialist, offering the purest treatments achievable with our personalized natural products.

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Shoshana’s unique style of Tribal Belly Dance blossoms student’s confidence, direction and self-esteem. Drawing on yogic principles and the socio-historical roots inspired by the Gypsy Trail spanning from India, North Africa, Middle East and Spain. Priestess Works Studio is where your health and wellness goals will flourish. See ad on page 33.

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Are you undernourished by your faith tradition? Spirit Matters Studio, a sanctuary for women’s spirituality and creativity, presents unique monthly workshops and retreats. Learn hidden wisdom from the feminine Divine. Be nurtured with sacred texts and the arts for a deep experience of the presence of the Divine within. See ad on page 43.

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Dr. Jewel Amui-Bellon is a well-respected, board-certified OBGYN in Marlton, NJ. She provides excellent individualized gynecologic and preventative care for women. In addition, she is committed to providing a wholistic, gentle, and compassionate way to conception for women who have been told they cannot carry out successful pregnancy outcomes. The oldest women was 56 years old at conception and successfully delivered a bouncy baby boy. See ad on page 9.

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