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If the first two bones in your neck are misaligned, communication between the brain and body is interrupted and can cause numerous health problems.
Dr. Drew Hall has practiced the Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractic technique for the last 20 years in Los Angeles and Carson California before opening his third clinic right here in Sarasota, Florida
Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractic is a unique chiropractic technique that focuses all its attention on the upper neck and how it impacts the brainstem and central nerve system. The Blair technique is precise, gentle, and does not use any pulling, popping, or twisting of the neck.
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Summer is heating up on the Suncoast—and with this time of year comes vibrant nutrition, exhilarating activities, and the pure refreshment of nature. In this issue of Natural Awakenings, we’ll dive into the holistic benefits of nourishing our bodies, rejuvenating our wellness, and harmonizing our lives with all the abundance that summer has to offer.
On that note, this month’s feature article is all about “Ayurvedic Seasonal Eating: How to Balance Doshas with the Right Foods.” According to the ancient wellness practice of Ayurveda, eating in accordance with the earth’s seasonal rhythms will promote dosha (or elemental) equilibrium and restoration within our bodies. This article explores how choosing naturally in-season foods can resolve imbalances, enhance digestion, and reinforce vitality, while also caring for the health of our communities and environment.
While we’re on the subject of nutrition, our “Conscious Eating” article explains how to nourish skin with whole, natural foods. This time of year is known for that radiant summer glow—but it’s also important to shield our skin from those harmful ultraviolet rays. Foods that nurture a diverse gut microbiome, reduce inflammation, and stimulate collagen production can do absolute wonders for skin health and complexion all season long.
Finally, what’s a Florida summer without splashing into water activities? This month’s “Fit Body” article makes the case for water-based exercise to increase blood flow, strengthen muscles, and boost aerobic capacity, without exerting too much pressure on the joints. From swimming to water sports, there are so many aquatic options to immerse yourself in this summer—but, of course, don’t forget to prioritize safety as well.
As we embrace this season of warmth and sunshine, I want to express my continual gratitude for the community we’ve built together across our beautiful Suncoast. Thank you for making us part of your own health and wellness journey—I’ll see you back here in August.
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Ritual Room Spa Welcomes Massage Therapist Steph Schmitz, AP
Ritual Room Spa is thrilled to expand our staff to include Steph Schmitz, a licenced massage therapist and acupuncturist (LMT: MA 80163, AP 4538) with 10 years of experience in her field and a lifetime of experience in movement, anatomy, and the human form.
Schmitz’s sessions focus on wholeness as health, shifting from the usual symptom, diagnosis, treatment paradigm to one that trusts the body’s inherent wisdom and intelligence. She is also skilled in connective tissue therapy, nervous system regulation, and craniosacral therapy, which allows her to offer each client a unique healing experience.
Location: 2088 Hawthorne Street, Sarasota. For more information, or to schedule a treatment, call 941-203-6543 or visit RitualRoomSpa.com.
The ISTA Wave Makers Conference Comes to Sarasota
Mark your calendars for the 2024 International Sound Therapy Association (ISTA) Wave Makers Conference from September 20–22, and be part of this movement to harmonize minds and transform lives. This conference will take place at the Embassy Suites in Sarasota, where you will be enriched with three days of presenters, educators, vendors, and performers in the fields of vibrational medicine and sound healing.
Attendance will also satisfy the 30 CEUs required for ISTA Certified Therapeutic Sound Practitioners. As sound healing and other related practices gain more visibility, ISTA’s aim is to be a gold standard in Therapeutic Sound Healing Certifications.
Anyone interested in the benefits of sound and vibration is welcome to attend including, but not limited to, sound therapists, musicians, healing practitioners, music therapists, and medical professionals. ISTA is committed to increasing awareness of sound healing techniques through community and educational outreach, workshops, concerts, and conferences.
For more information, call The Om Shoppe at 941-706-3257. To register for this conference, visit ISTASounds.org/Events-Conferences. Space is limited, so reserve your spot now.
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Learn and Network at the Florida State Massage Therapy Association Convention and Trade Show
The Florida State Massage Therapy Association (FSMTA) is hosting its annual Convention and Trade Show, July 27-29, in Orlando/ Altamonte Springs, offering attendees over 100 hours of continuing education from internationally renowned educators. The event features a bustling exhibit hall filled with the latest health and wellness products and business services. Attendees can take advantage of special deals on items for their practice, foster valuable business relationships, and learn cutting-edge techniques from leaders in the massage therapy field.
The FSMTA Convention provides a variety of registration options, including single day, two day, and full registration, as well as exhibit hall only and CPR/AED only passes. FSMTA members receive discounted rates on registration, highlighting the numerous benefits of membership. The event underscores FSMTA’s commitment to education, advocacy and networking within the massage therapy profession.
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Featured Summer Products at Elysian Fields
Elysian Fields is a conscious living retail destination in Sarasota, known for hand-selected gifts, books, cards, jewelry, crystals, tarot and oracle decks, and other items. However, during the last 32 years, Elysian Fields has become known for so much more than retail.
Coming to Elysian Fields is an invitation to awaken your senses, bask in serenity, and embrace self-discovery. Now in two locations—Tamiami Trail in Midtown Plaza and Cooper Creek Boulevard in The Shoppes at UTC—a transcendental experience is never far away.
Elysian Fields offers intuitive readings, workshops, house clearings, private events, and more. This month’s featured products come from Stream2Sea, a woman-owned and veteran-operated line of reef-safe, ocean-friendly SPF and active skincare products.
The company’s founder Autumn Blum, an avid scuba diver and cosmetic chemist, realized that many sunscreen products can be toxic to the ocean’s fragile aquatic ecosystem. This inspired her to launch Stream2Sea here in Florida. The Every Day Active Mineral Sunscreen is a vegan and cruelty-free SPF 45, non-greasy and non-comedogenic mineral-based antioxidant sunscreen made with eco-safe zinc without fragrances, parabens, oxybenzone, avobenzone, octinoxate, or SLS/SLES.
Unlike most sunscreens, S2S’s Every Day Mineral Sunscreen is so water-resistant that it performs 45 percent better after being exposed to the water, leading to the company’s patented “WetBoost Technology.” Stream2Sea products are now available at both Elysian Fields store locations and through our website.
Locations: 1273 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota and 8207 Cooper Creek Blvd., University Park, Sarasota. For more information, call 941-361-3006 (Tamiami Trail) or 941-893-5787 (Cooper Creek), or visit ElysianFieldsGifts.com. Follow Elysian Fields on social media for updates on events, specials, and promotions.
The Sarasota Mystic Faire Returns
On July 20, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and July 21, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Sarasota Municipal Auditorium will host the largest metaphysical event of the year. Back for its tenth anniversary, the auditorium will brim with talented psychics, mediums and energy healers.
Numerous vendors will be onsite to offer crystal bowls, healing tools, crystals, books, jewelry, photography, clothing and more. Enjoy free lectures all weekend from experts in their fields. This event features a unique mix of people committed to serving others. Explore fascinating concepts and modalities, while browsing the items for sale, all in one comfortable and convenient location.
Location: 801 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. For more information, call 239-949-3387 or email Canbria@aol.com.
Transforming Darkness Into Light with
Dr. Joy Pederson
Archangel Michael appeared before Dr. Joy Pedersen in 2004, asking her to join him in a healing practice and write his book, Wisdom of the Guardian. Dr. Pedersen subsequently learned that her mission was to turn the dark to light and help all reach the highest light. This work has since focused on clearing the darkness and imbalances throughout history.
The Archangel revealed to Dr. Pederson that one of her specialties is clearing persecution. Many lightworkers and healers are not fulfilling their destinies because of memories of persecution from other lifetimes or other limiting beliefs instilled by their past. Dr. Pedersen can identify and release the cause of those traumas to set others free.
Dr. Pederson often clears spells, curses, black magic, demons, or contracts with and by darkness in previous lifetimes. Many lightworkers have contracts taken on them to undermine them by darkness. Clearing these contracts can open doors to more peace, prosperity, and possibility. Some clients also hire her to clear their world concerns. As a global healer, she will resolve the issue, the cause, and the connection of the storyline to the client’s lineage, so that healing and freedom can be restored.
For more information, call Dr. Pederson at Express Success, LLC, at 941220-6245 or visit JoyPedersen.com. To schedule an appointment, email Info@ExpressSuccess.net. To purchase gifts, visit GiftsfromJoy.com.
Anti-Aging Seminars with Dr. Anna
Dr. Anna Baker, DOM, invites you to join her interactive anti-aging seminars via Zoom on July 10 and 19, both at 1:30 p.m. She will showcase her Faces by Dr. Anna acupuncture facelift and her muscle retightening Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna. Please contact the Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna store to access the meeting ID number. If you cannot attend the seminar live, Dr. Anna will send you a link to watch at your own convenience.
Dr. Anna performs a unique type of acupuncture facelift that she invented. The muscles of the face and neck are progressively retightened to retrace the steps that aging took. An initial package of 10 treatments is required, and the results last for 18 months before you will need a one-treatment touchup to maintain the lift.
In these seminars, Dr. Anna will show photographed results on people of all ages. In addition, she will discuss her proprietary Pearl Cream by Dr Anna that offers the same muscle retightening as her acupuncture facelift in a slower, more gradual process. Her Pearl Cream is an anti-aging serum made from real pearls and Chinese herbs without any preservatives. Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna is also available as a muscle tightening body lotion, a men’s anti-aging line and a sports performance line.
Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna location: 2721 Mall Dr., Sarasota. The store is currently closed for repair. Product pick up is at another location. Call 941-924-2723 for directions. For more information about services and products, including photo documentation, visit FacesByDrAnna.com and PearlCreamByDrAnna.com.
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Wild Ginger Apothecary
Step into a realm of profound healing and spiritual connection at a Shamanic Healing Ceremony on July 20, from 4–6 p.m. This sacred event will be held in the studio of Wild Ginger Apothecary and facilitated by Naomi Pareja, “the Joyful Shamon,” a fifth-generation Mayan Medicine Woman and Intuitive Energy Healer.
During this time, you will be invited into a transformative experience aimed at fostering deep connection, guidance, balance, and community. Nestled in the embrace of ancient traditions and modern insights, Pareja will help you receive the power of love and rediscover your inner strength. Set to the rhythmic pulse of ceremonial drums, this ceremony promises a journey of self-discovery and renewal.
The event will also feature a rich tapestry of spiritual practices including a Shamanic talk circle, live drum sound healing, Smoke Blessing, Chakra Clearing, Live Channeled Messages, Shamanic Reiki, and an Audible visualized guided meditation. This immersive experience is crafted to facilitate personal healing and collective awakening. Whether you seek healing, clarity, or spiritual wisdom, this Shamanic Healing Ceremony will be a profound, enriching journey.
Wild Ginger Apothecary is a high-vibrational boutique in Gulf Gate. Location: 6557 Superior Ave., Sarasota. Hours: Monday–Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pre-registration is required for this event. Cost: $33. For more information, call 941-312-5630 or visit WildGingerApothecary.com
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Sarasota Center of Light Announces Two
Workshops
this Month
On July 26, from 7–9 p.m., Sarasota Center of Light will present a “Messages from Spirit” workshop with UK-based mediums Philip Dykes and Kerry McLeod. The class will cover how to tune into your own soul for answers to lifelong questions, access your loved ones, receive words of inspiration from the Spirit, and more. This workshop will be held in our sanctuary, and the cost to attend is. $20.
Dykes and McLeod will also teach an “Inspirational Writing and Speaking” class at Sarasota Center of Light on July 31, from 7–9:30 p.m. This workshop will be held in our learning center, and the cost to attend is $30.
Along with classes, Dykes and McLeod are also doing individual, private readings in the Learning Center on July 27 and July 30. The fee is $65. Please contact the Sarasota Center of Light office to request a private reading.
Location: 852 S Tuttle Ave., Sarasota. For more information, call 941-953-6620 or visit SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.
The Divine Venue and Chapel of Love
The Divine Venue and Chapel offers an environment for weddings, vow renewals, and ceremonies for couples who wish to commemorate their special occasion in a beautiful, unique setting, which is sure to form lasting memories.
The Divine Chapel of Love is centrally located in the Meadows Shopping Village between Manatee and Sarasota counties in Southwest Florida. Choose between hosting your event indoors, outdoors, or both. Our Chapel and indoor venue space offers a neutral background, so you can create and customize the space with your own décor. We also offer a lakeside outdoor space with lush trees, lakes, and breathtaking sunsets.
Your guest will appreciate the convenient parking, onsite golf course, and close proximity to the University Town Center Mall Center near top-rated hotels with special discount rates. We also offer a number of options to curate your event with price ranges to fit your budget.
Location: 5041 Ringwood Meadow, Sarasota. For more information, call 941-295-9333, or visit TheDivineVenue.com.
Mind, Body, Spirit Market at Pixie Dust
On July 13, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Pixie Dust will host its first ever diverse market for spiritual and holistic small businesses to showcase their products or services. Some of these offerings will include Akashic Records, massages, apothic products, craniosacral healing, sound healing, and handmade clothing from Guatemaya and the Amazon. The first five vendors will be onsite from 9 a.m. to noon, then a different group of five vendors will take their place from 1 to 4 p.m. Come join all the fun and inspiration.
Location: Pixie Dust, 1476 Main St., Sarasota. For more information, call 941-366-6325, or visit PixieDustSRQ.com.
Introducing LifeWave’s Alavida Revive Eye Cream
Try the Seasonal Kombucha Flavors
Now Available at Flobucha
Come visit Sarasota’s first non-alcoholic bar, focused 100 percent on kombucha. Flobucha is a brewery and taproom located in the beautiful Gulfgate Village which produces and serves premium raw kombucha, fermented to perfection.
Flobucha comes in a variety of unique flavors, all of which are meticulously crafted and balanced. In addition to the six flagship flavors, you can also taste the new limited-quantity seasonal options: Lychee Fennel Rosemary and Mango Ginger Lemon. They also now have kombucha based sparkling non-alcoholic wine alternatives and a non-alcoholic IPA beer alternative. Wine alternative flavors include Rose, CAB and their new white wine addition based on Sauvignon Blanc grapes. Try a six-flight kombucha sampler for $12.95, which can be mixed or matched with kombucha, wine or beer.
LifeWave has recently launched a new introduction to its skincare line. This eye cream blends the powerful ingredients of milk peptides, evening primrose oil, GHKCU copper peptide, and microalgae oil. These elements deliver unparalleled benefits to brighten the complexion, increase even skin tone, and nurture the appearance of firm, beautiful skin.
This product is safe to use for all skin types, and it will promote a radiant, youthful glow for 24-hour hydration when used with LifeWave’s Alavida Regenerating System. Experience the remarkable benefits, meticulously crafted to bring out your healthiest skin.
For more information and to purchase this eye cream, call 773-805-6996 or visit LifeWave.com/Susan2022.
All flavors are brewed with all-natural, organic ingredients, raw, unfiltered and never pasteurized. Not only does this kombucha taste delicious, but it’s also rich in natural probiotics, healthy organic nutrients and antioxidants.
The Flobucha taproom is a fun place to hang out as well. Join us Thursdays for a free Kombucha tasting from 5-6 p.m. There are also fun events like food pop-ups every 2nd and 4th Friday from 5-8 p.m., which will offer an array of Ethiopian cuisine dishes starting at $6, open mics, live music and more.
Location: 2725 Mall Dr., Sarasota. Hours: Tuesday–Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, email Info@ Flobucha.com, or follow via social media at @flobucha on Instagram and @Flobucha on Facebook.
LAW OF MOTION
Sir Isaac Newton’s third law of motion states that for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. Scientists now understand how human sperm and single-celled algae seemingly defy this law. In research from Kyoto University and published in PRX Life, scientists explain how sperm, with their whip-like tails and algal flagella, propel themselves through viscous fluids that should, in theory, resist their movement. Because the cells generate their own energy, they thrust beyond the equilibrium in Newton’s law using an odd elasticity. The researchers believe their understanding of this unique aspect of nature will help in the development of elastic swimming micro-robots that can be used for drug delivery, sensing and microsurgery.
COFFEE ALTERNATIVES
A research article in PLOS ONE predicts that by 2050, climate change will dramatically reduce the world’s most suitable and moderately suitable areas to grow coffee by more than 50 percent and 30 to 40 percent, respectively. With the potential reduced supply and high cost for our morning cup of Joe, several companies are exploring alternatives.
French company STEM is working to develop sustainable and future-proof coffee at a genetic level using coffee byproducts such as grounds and coffee cherry pulp. Other beanless coffee companies are trying to recreate the coffee taste and aroma using substitute ingredients. Northern Wonder, a Dutch company, uses lupin beans, chickpeas and chicory. Seattle-based Atomo infuses date seeds with a proprietary marinade. Minus, of San Francisco, uses fermentation out of pits, roots and seeds that might otherwise be discarded. Singapore-based Prefer uses a soy milk byproduct, bread and spent barley from breweries that are then fermented. Each of these makers of beanless coffee adds caffeine to their brews to provide the pick-me-up consumers crave in their morning cup.
NEW BATHROOM TECH TO MONITOR HEALTH
Imagine a toilet that not only cleans itself but also performs a urinalysis to detect hydration levels, urinary tract infections and kidney issues. A trip to the restroom may be the first step in monitoring and maintaining health and wellness, as a number of new products with medical monitoring features are finding their way into the latest bathrooms.
Toi Labs makes smart toilets equipped with advanced sensors that non-invasively monitor fluid intake levels, stool and urine contents, and other vital health metrics without any burden to the user. Withings, a French company, offers a toilet device that detects a large variety of biomarkers found in urine and offers actionable advice for improving health.
CareOS has unveiled the first AI-powered smart mirror for mental wellness that the company asserts can identify mood and help manage stress. Look into the mirror for skin care recommendations and how to correct yoga poses. A Canadian company, NuraLogix, offers a mirror that detects blood pressure and vital signs and assesses disease risk. A 2020 study found that smart floor sensors could be used to predict fall risk and signs of illness. Smart bath maker BBalance is hoping to launch a mat next year that can measure weight and body composition, and detect posture and balance to predict the risk of neurodegenerative disease.
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PREGNANCY ADDS TO WOMEN’S BIOLOGICAL AGE
A study by the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health and published in Proceedings of National Academy of Sciences quantified the effect of pregnancy on biological aging. The study included more than 1,700 men and women from the Philippines aged 20 to 22 years old. The researchers concluded that the energy expended in reproduction comes at an expense. Across six epigenetic clock measurements, pregnancy was found to accelerate the women’s biological aging compared to those that had no pregnancies, and multiple pregnancies accelerated the women’s biological age on two of the epigenetic clock measures. Pregnancy did not result in aging of the men in the study.
DETECTING CANCER EARLY
Cambridge University’s Early Cancer Institute recently received an $11.7 million anonymous donation to further its research. The Institute is focused on detecting cancers before they produce symptoms and spread, which then requires expensive medical treatments that are not always effective. One team there is using 200,000 blood samples taken 10 to 20 years ago from ovarian cancer screening participants to identify genetic markers in those that later developed the disease. Another team developed a cytosponge to collect cells and identify a protein associated with precancerous esophageal cancer. The Institute also has a team that is trying to pinpoint the biomarkers associated with prostate cancer. Their goal is to assist in the development of new and more effective ways to treat cancer.
Several companies are experimenting on human subjects to develop gene editing that is performed inside the body. Such therapies differ from a recently approved treatment for sickle-cell anemia that removes bone marrow from the body before editing the genetic material and reintroducing it into the patient.
Intellia Therapeutics and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals are in clinical trials to use gene editing to knock out a gene that causes fibrous protein clumps, which can accumulate in organs and nerves, increasing the risk of heart failure and other serious complications. Verve Therapeutics is enrolling patients to test a gene-editing protocol designed to reverse the effects of a genetic disease that leads to severely elevated cholesterol and increased risk of early-onset cardiovascular disease. One caveat: These therapies carry the risk of editing unrelated genes.
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Finding Relief from Chronic Joint Pain
by Dr. Eric Winder, DC
It might be a knee, an elbow, an ankle or a shoulder. It still feels painful long after you’ve healed from an injury. Why does this pain continue in a joint for months—or even years—after that injury? Sometimes the reasons are obvious, but other times, the source of pain is not what you might think. A clear understanding of these root causes will make it easier to successfully treat the pain for lasting, sustainable relief. Let’s consider a few of these causes.
Tissue Damage
The most obvious culprits of chronic joint pain is permanent tissue damage. This can include changes like osteoarthritis, bone spurs, spinal disc degeneration, torn ligaments, or posture and alignment conditions like scoliosis.
However, while these issues might be present in a chronically painful joint, they are not necessarily the source of pain. In fact, research shows a relatively low correlation between how much spinal arthritis someone has and how much pain they deal with. Many patients at our clinic experience tremendous relief despite having scar tissue and arthritis in or near their joints—and yet,
after the relief, this scar tissue and arthritis are still present. This means those issues were not the main causes of pain. In our clinic, we see that, while arthritis and scar tissue might cause stiffness or discomfort, other factors are more likely to result in intense or chronic joint pain.
Inflammation
Another likely suspect is inflammation—a normal part of injury healing. However, sometimes a joint will remain inflamed long after the recovery process ends. This can lead to swelling, tenderness, and chronic pain. Anti-inflammatory medications might offer temporary relief, but in many cases, the symptoms return without medication. For lasting relief, it is important to locate and resolve the root cause of inflammation.
Instability
Chronic joint pain can also be caused by joint instability. If a joint moves in directions that it’s not supposed to—even a small amount—this can result in mild to severe pain. Think of the joint as a wheel on a car or bicycle. It should rotate smoothly without shakes or wobbles. If a slight wobble occurs, it can ruin bearings and even cause damage to other body parts.
Fascia Restriction
Finally, restrictions in the body’s connective tissue called fascia can lead to chronic joint pain as well. Fascia is a network of fibrous sheets and web-like structures, covering the muscles, bones, joints, and other tissues. Fascia contains nerve endings that give us position sense, which makes coordinated motion possible. All muscular balance, joint alignment, and joint stability require accurate position sense. When fascia restrictions or distortions occur, all those functions can be altered by faulty position sense and unstable joint mechanics.
Identifying the Root Cause
These four major causes of chronic joint pain can be intertwined. Structural damage, such as torn ligaments might cause instability, then lead to inflammation and new fascia restriction. On the other hand, pain from inflammation could activate muscle tension, which leads to instability, new fascia restriction, and possibly arthritis. In other words, any of these factors can also develop or exacerbate the others. Successful treatment often requires temporary symptom treatment, but permanent relief necessitates finding the root cause wherever possible. Let’s break down at each of these four factors again from a treatment point of view.
Treating Fascia Restrictions
Treating joint pain is a large component of my practice. Due to fascia restriction’s ability to disrupt muscle or joint function, I find that treating these issues can offer powerful joint pain relief. Restoring position sense often returns joint stability and quenches inflammation. I have seen hundreds of cases in which a weak or painful joint became more stable with the release of fascia restriction. Successful fascia treatment can also reduce or elimi-
nate swelling and tenderness in previously inflamed joints.
Treating Structural Damage
Structural damage is usually not reversible—but, as I mentioned earlier, research has found low correlation between joint degeneration and chronic pain. Often, the pain is due to fascia restrictions and the subsequent instability or inflammation. If the structural damage is severe enough, a person might need to wear a supportive brace or even undergo surgery, but in my practice, those patients generally find pain relief with fascia treatment. Their joints continue to look the same on an X-ray or MRI, but their pain is relieved. They often become more flexible and resilient in the problem area. Also, patients whose arthritis has been worsening each year (as seen on X-ray or MRI) often see the progression halt after a thorough course of fascia therapy.
Treating Joint Instability
Sometimes joint instability is due to permanent ligament issues, and therefore, can only be treated with muscular exercises, orthope-
dic braces, or surgical procedures. However, 95 percent of the joint instability that I see in my practice is due to position sense distortions from abnormal fascia restriction. When these restrictions are released, the muscular balance can be restored, which helps the joint regain its stability.
Treating Inflammation
For reasons poorly understood, it seems that inflammation can become stuck within its own feedback loop. This prevents the inflammation from resolving after an injury heals. In such cases, a steroid injection is sometimes given to halt the feedback loop and soothe inflammation. However, steroid injections usually do not offer permanent relief.
Oral anti-inflammatory medications, such as ibuprofen, can be helpful in relieving pain, but they do not resolve chronic pain at its source—and sometimes, they produce troubling side-effects. Fascia therapy, on the other hand, can often remove the underlying stresses that activate chronic inflammation. In fact, I see long-term pain relief from treating fascia restrictions more often than from using steroids or anti-inflammatories.
The Bottom Line for Lasting Pain Relief
Because multiple factors are involved in chronic pain after a joint has been injured, each case is unique—but the most effective relief comes from identifying the root causes. At times surgery, orthopedic supports, or steroid injections might be required. However, in my experience, the less invasive option of fascia therapy is usually the most effective treatment.
Releasing fascia restriction frequently helps to achieve sustainable pain relief even in cases where surgery or orthopedic supports are also required. Of course, physical therapy to strengthen the affected areas can be quite helpful, too—as long as the root problems are being treated. Ultimately, each patient needs careful assessment to find a type of treatment that will successfully heal the root causes of their chronic injury-related joint pain.
Dr. Eric Winder has been practicing chiropractic for 27 years, with a focus on relieving pain and restoring alignment and motion through gentle soft tissue therapies. For more information, call 941-957-8390 or visit GentleBay.com.
Seasonal Eating for a Rejuvenating Summer:
Q&A with Café Evergreen
by Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer
When temperatures rise across Southwest Florida, I crave refreshing meals to cool myself down in the relentless summer heat. Can anyone else relate? It turns out, there is an underlying reason for this shift in our eating choices and preferences—one that’s rooted in the ancient, holistic practice of Ayurvedic healing.
As tradition states, our nutritional requirements change in accordance with each season. So, for this month’s Community Spotlight, I reached out to Ted Weinberger at Café Evergreen to learn how seasonal eating can restore our wellness and balance all summer long. Natural Awakenings: Why is it beneficial to center nutritional habits around naturally seasonal ingredients, and how does this inform your menu at Café Evergreen?
Ted Weinberger: I find there are many benefits in the use of seasonal ingredients. Seasonal eating is healthy for the environment—if you do not have to transport items from a distance, this will reduce your
carbon footprint. Not to mention, the quicker a food item arrives, the fresher and more nutritious it will be. Peak in-season items generally cost less, too.
From a holistic wellness lens, seasonal eating offers biocharacteristic benefits as well. This is a belief that foods have specific qualities at certain times of year. For instance, in the summer, cooling foods can transmit cooling energy into our bodies.
NA: Can you describe the process of curating a seasonal menu, testing out the flavor profiles, and sourcing fresh, nutrient-dense ingredients?
Weinberger: When creating a menu, we take many factors into consideration—the availability of ingredients, the complexity of sourcing them, or the time and cost of transportation. Finding the combination of local, seasonal ingredients to use in a recipe is like a composer formulating the melody of a song. You can almost taste a delicious outcome when reading a recipe—just as a musician can sense how a composition will sound when reading the notes.
NA: The Ayurvedic concept of dosha balance refers to the five elements and their impact on both physical and mental health. How can eating based on the earth’s seasonal cycles help reinforce this dosha balance from the inside out?
Weinberger: It’s not uncommon to notice that you feel much better when eating seasonally. This is because the human body craves certain foods from one season to the next. For instance, in the spring, you’ll often gravitate towards sprouts, fruit, salads, or other light meals. Whereas in the winter, you’ll lean into heartier foods like soups or stews.
This is one of the core tenets of Biocharacteristic Medicine, which has been practiced for thousands of years across various ancient cultures—Ayurveda in India, Uhani Tibb in the Middle East, Chinese Medicine in East Asia, or Greek Medicine in Europe. Biocharacteristic Medicine refers to disease or dysfunction as an imbalance, and a practitioner’s role is to assist the body in resolving that imbalance. For example, a cool herb can be used to treat a hot rash.
In Ayurvedic teachings, humans are born with characteristics that favor a specific dosha, rooted in two of the five elements (air, earth, ether, fire, water). There are three doshas—Pitta, Veta, and Kapha. Most of us are a fusion of each. Knowing your dosha can help strengthen both mental and physical health. Ayurveda is all about listening to the body, then honoring its unique, specific needs with seasonal food choices. At Café Evergreen, we call this pattern of eating, “healthy food for a healthy life.”
NA: What are some of the seasonal dishes on Café Evergreen’s menu this summer that you are particularly excited about sharing with our local community?
Weinberger: Summer ushers in the Pitta time of year (fire and water). Taking the Florida heat into account, our seasonal menu incorporates the Ayurvedic cooling elements. We offer iced tea beverages infused with hibiscus, peach, and green tea. We also have a “Summer Cooler” drink with watermelon, mint, and kefir water.
In terms of food, we use ingredients such as avocado, kale, cucumbers, legumes, broccoli, arugula, sunflower seeds, rice, green beans, pumpkin seeds, peas, cauliflower, and other cooling foods. For omnivores, our Bison burger is ideal for its cooling effect on the body. Or for those with a sweet tooth, our coconut cream dessert with raspberries, strawberries, and blueberries is sublime. Our best-selling appetizer this time of year is roasted cauliflower. It’s perfect for enjoying in this hot weather—check out the recipe below!
Ingredients:
1. ¼ ounces of coconut oil
2. 2 cups roasted cauliflower
3. 2 ounces of peas
4. 1 pinch of minced garlic
5. 2 ounces of chopped walnuts
6. Sea salt to taste
7. Parsley to garnish Procedure:
1. Heat the coconut oil to medium-high in a skillet.
2. Toss in the cauliflower, then cook for two minutes.
3. Incorporate the peas, then cook until heated.
4. Stir in the minced garlic, then cook for one minute.
5. Stir in the chopped walnuts, then cook for one minute
6. Season with sea salt, then finish with parsley.
Café Evergreen is located at 801 S Tamiami Trail, Nokomis. The restaurant hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Friday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call 941-412-4334 or visit CafeEvergreen.net.
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Seasonal Synergy: Align with Nature for Optimal Wellness
by Dr. Fred Harvey
As humans, we innately understand that all of existence has a cycle of ebb and flow. From day and night, to lunar and tidal phases, to seasons of nature and life, this earth flows in a rhythmic cadence. Ancient traditions often spoke about the wisdom of nature and the seasons, living by them to survive, reproduce, and ultimately evolve.
In times past, overlooking the seasons meant perishing from starvation. But as civilizations flourished, humans found strategies to minimize those seasonal effects on our food supply. Agriculture enabled food surplus and storage for the off-season harvest.
Today, industrialized agriculture and food production have thoroughly severed us from these natural rhythms, with processed foods stripped of their nutrients and raised out of balance with nature. Food is now stored indefinitely on shelves, lacking the vital energy required to sustain healthy metabolic function. This disconnect manifests in the high rates of cancer, dementia, and vascular diseases in our population.
Balance and harmony are the goals of any foundational health plan for prevention and optimal wellness. Most ancient healing traditions use living food as medicine and prevention, respecting the abundance and scarcity of certain foods at different times of the year. Plants bloom and grow fruit in rhythm with the sun and the moon.
By matching our food consumption to the seasons, we align our bodies with natural planetary rhythms. We become synchronized by the movement of the Earth’s journey around the sun. This harmonizes the energy flow between our bodies’ cells and energy centers. When this flow is balanced, diseases are less likely to occur.
Biodynamic foods—sustainably grown in tandem with the local environment and seasons, often planted and harvested according to moon cycles—are not only delicious, but also more nutritious than conventional organic vegetables. They also have a higher energy content due to the live soil microbiome in which they grow.
Until more biodynamic foods are accessible, it is wise to support local farms, farmers markets, produce co-ops, and other sources of locally grown seasonal foods. Another way to incorporate vibrant, high-energy, fresh foods into your diet is by cultivating your own. Grow some herbs on your windowsill and infuse them into your meals. Get a tomato tower for the patio, or plant a fruit tree in the backyard—mangos and bananas grow quickly!
Each step you take to realign your own grazing patterns with seasonal availability can help to synchronize the body’s natural energies with the Earth’s energy. As we align more with the Earth, we gain the support of our natural healer: our Mother. After all, we are creatures of this beautiful, restorative planet.
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Planting Seeds of Knowledge
Teaching Kids About the Origin of Foods
by Thais Harris, BCHN
There is a growing disconnect between children and the origins of their food. It stems from the urbanization of communities and the prevalence of processed foods. As a result, many children don't know how their food is grown, processed and brought to them, contributing to a lack of understanding about the nutritional value and environmental impact of their choices.
WHY KNOWING FOOD ORIGINS MATTERS
A 2012 study by Stanford University showed that teaching young children that food is a source of diverse nutrients and
explaining the importance of eating a variety of healthy ingredients significantly improved their understanding of nutrition, and even prompted them to voluntarily eat more vegetables at snack time.
“Gardens are a crucial part of how we change eating patterns and teach about health,” shares Sara McCamant, program director at Ceres Community Project (CCP), a nonprofit that provides meals to people facing health crises. “We put youth at the center of our program with the goal of having them understand where food comes from, as well as learning how to cook it, so it can create health. It is crucial
that they understand the bigger picture of how food is grown and how the food system impacts access to healthy food. Many youth are also very concerned about the environment and climate change, and learning about growing food in a sustainable way gives them a way to make an impact on the environment.”
CCP reports that teens participating in their programs are more motivated to consume vegetables and fruits than other kids their age: 54 percent are eating six or more servings of produce a day. By contrast, only 22 percent of California teenagers that have not experienced CCP activities eat five or more servings a day.
Pilot studies by Harvest for Healthy Kids and the National Institute of Food and Agriculture both found that hands-on experiences with different fruits and vegetables in the classroom, garden and kitchen caused children to be more likely to taste and enjoy a wider variety of foods.
CULTURAL HERITAGE
“Children’s limited recognition of food mirrors a deeper loss of cultural identity and heritage,” laments Sebastian White,
founder, president and executive director of The Evolved Network. The limited understanding of food through commercial packaging not only deprives children of the rich stories and meanings embedded in their cultural diets, but also reflects broader implications for how they perceive and interact with the world.
“The Evolved Network addresses these issues by integrating the tangible aspects of food preparation, such as cooking skills and community building, with intangible values like cooking with love and the significance of meals as communal gifts,” White explains. “This holistic approach fosters a sense of purpose and inclusivity, treating food education as both therapeutic and educational, with the goal of restoring a deep connection to food that transcends mere nutrition and taps into cultural identity and self-expression.”
Empowering children with knowledge about their food sources is a vital step toward fostering a healthier and more sustainable future. By engaging in hands-on experiences and understanding the journey of food from seed to plate, children can develop a deeper appreciation for nature, make informed dietary choices and support the environment.
WHAT WE CAN DO
• Visit local farms or farmers markets. Encourage children to ask farmers about how food is grown and the significance of seasonal produce. This direct connection can spark curiosity and appreciation for the hard work behind each item on their plate.
• Start a family garden. Create a small bed or planter box so children can grow some of their own vegetables, herbs and fruits. This active participation not only teaches them about the growth process, but also instills a sense of responsibility and pride in nurturing and harvesting their own food.
• Cook together using fresh, whole ingredients. Teach children how to read labels and choose organic and minimally processed options. Preparing meals together provides an opportunity for practical learning about nutrition and the importance of making healthy choices. Plus, it’s a fun way to bond and instill lifelong skills.
• Eat as a family. Sit-down meals with kids can leave a lasting and positive impression, fostering a lifelong appreciation of dietary quality and communal dining. A 2007 five-year study published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association found that more frequent family meals during adolescence predicted a higher consumption of fruits, vegetables and key nutrients, and a lower consumption of soft drinks. The young people also placed a higher priority on meal structure and social eating.
Thais Harris is a holistic nutritionist and author. Her children’s book, Little Red, told from the point of view of an apple, teaches children about the benefits of consuming fresh fruit. Find recipes and resources at NourishTogether.com.
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Summer Splash
Keeping Cool With Water Fitness
by Megy Karydes
Whenever we’re swimming or participating in other water-based activities, all of our senses are engaged and exhilarated. Aquatic sports can help us stay fit, strong and cool during the hot summer months. Here are a few recommendations to remain safe and reap all of the splashy benefits.
LEARN TO SWIM EARLY
Cullen Jones, a four-time Olympic medalist and the first African American swimmer to hold a world record, credits his parents for encouraging him to learn to swim even after he nearly drowned at a water park when he was 5 years old. “I recommend getting infants into the water as early as 6 months old. This helps the child get acclimated to the water and pool environment, easing things when it’s time for professional swimming lessons by a trained instructor,” says
Jones, the water-safety expert for Leslie’s Inc., a pool- and spa-care retailer.
Jane Brenner, a water aerobics instructor and lifeguard at YMCA of Metro Chicago, similarly believes that it is never too early to expose young children to water and never too late to learn how to swim. “I see people starting their relationship and journey with water in their 50s, 60s and 70s,” she says. “And I think that’s just as beautiful.”
WATER-BASED EXERCISES
Jones notes that any exercise can be done in the water for the added benefit of staying cool. Activities such as running, aerobics, Zumba, cycling and resistance training become a bit harder in the pool, upping the workout benefits.
Hydrostatic pressure is another advantage.
“When you get into a pool, even if you’re just holding on to the wall, even if you’re not doing anything, you are wearing a gentle compression sleeve around your whole body,” Brenner explains. “The water is pushing down on you in a way that you barely even notice. You can’t register that slight increase in pressure, but it’s more than the air, and that’s going to increase blood flow. It’s going to decrease pain and swelling. It’s going to do all that while decreasing impact on joints.”
“While other activities may target only one region of the body, water sports—and in particular, swimming—offer a full-body workout,” Jones asserts. “When it comes to swimming, you are using your legs to kick, your arms to paddle and your core to hold it all together. Swimming delivers a whole-body workout and mind-enhancing experience.”
While people can and do enjoy being in the water without knowing how to swim, Brenner notes that anyone that feels they can’t learn is selling themselves short. “I really believe that there is space for a relationship with swimming and water in every person’s life,” she says.
Jones admits it took working with five swim coaches before it clicked for him. Had it not been for his parents’ persistence, he never would have become an Olympic swimmer and gone on to win medals.
WATER SAFETY IS PARAMOUNT
According to a 2023 survey commissioned by Leslie's and conducted by The Harris Poll, only 63 percent of U.S. adults say they are very comfortable being around water, and as much as 36 percent of those surveyed say they do not know how to swim. Nearly half the parents of children under 18 say their child does not know how to swim, and 61 percent say their child has not taken swimming lessons. At the same time, almost 30 percent of parents say they are concerned about their child drowning.
“Swimming lessons save lives,” Jones says. “It’s also an important life skill that can open up a whole new world of recreational and athletic possibilities, such as boating, fishing and competitive swimming, among others.” Still, Brenner and Jones say non-swimmers may enjoy the benefits of being in the water, whether to stay cool in the summer or to stay healthy and fit, both in mind and body.
Brenner teaches water aerobics to people from all walks of life and all ages. She notes that there is a real sense of community that happens in those 50-minute classes. “People are bringing cookies, and others are telling us about the garage sale that’s happening down the street,” she quips. In addition to the physical benefits of water fitness, coming together at the community pool or in a natural body of water offers mental-health rewards and fellowship.
Megy Karydes is a Chicago-based writer and author of 50 Ways to More Calm, Less Stress: Scientifically Proven Ways to Relieve Anxiety and Boost Your Mental Health Using Your Five Senses.
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Ayurvedic Seasonal Eating
How to Balance Doshas With the Right Foods
by Carrie Jackson
Each season brings a unique bounty of fresh food to sustain and nourish us. A ripe tomato off the vine in the summer or a hearty winter squash stew highlights what the Earth naturally offers. Seasonal eating is a rhythmic approach that is more sustainable than relying on grocery-store staples and connects us to the world around us. Combining seasonal eating with the Ayurvedic concept of balancing our doshas helps to maintain harmony with nature. It also helps support local farmers, reduce carbon emissions, maximize the food’s nutritional value and nourish holistically.
THE FRESHER THE BETTER
Seasonal eating is intuitive, but modern technology and busy lifestyles get in the way. “For thousands of years, people ate seasonally all the time, as there was no other option,” says Erin Casperson, director at Kripalu School of Ayurveda, a global leader in mindfulness education. “They
trusted that each harvest gave us exactly what we needed to survive and thrive. It is only recently, with the development of refrigeration and modern transport, that we are able to access food from other areas of the world and store it for long periods of time.”
Eating local food when it is fresh not only helps to maximize the food’s nutritional value, it strengthens our connection to its origin. “From an Ayurvedic perspective, we look at the prana, or life force, in food,” explains Casperson. “Generally, the shorter it’s been off the plant, the more life, or nourishment, it will supply. When it’s treated with pesticides and sits in storage or refrigeration for days or weeks, it starts to lose that life force. Looking at a freshly picked strawberry, you can see the value it has. If I pick up a plastic box of spinach at the grocery store, there’s no connection. I have no idea how long it’s been traveling or what it’s been exposed to.”
Kadiatou Sibi, a board-certified Ayurvedic and reiki practitioner and founder of Los Angeles-based A Web of Wellness, recommends frequenting farmers markets, co-ops and grocery stores that offer locally grown food to maximize freshness. “Consuming foods during their harvest honors the natural cycle of the Earth. The crops are brighter, tastier and more nutritionally dense. By purchasing food from a [farmers] market, you are supporting marginalized communities, which historically are often women and families working in the fields. Cultivating locally grown foods also helps to maintain the biodiversity of crops and pre -
vents big corporations from taking over the land.”
Cutting out long-distance transportation doesn’t just increase the food’s freshness, it is better for the environment, too. “When we eat locally, we lower the carbon footprint and greenhouse gas emissions it takes to access the food. It also eliminates the need for pesticides and other harmful agents that make the food last longer,” Sibi explains.
Eating seasonally is a cornerstone of Ayurvedic practices, which Sibi says are rooted in a deep connection with nature. “The idea of seasons is based around the cycles of the moon and sun,” she asserts. “Food is one important way we can balance ourselves holistically. Seasonal eating teaches us to wait for the right time and not rush nature. We can look forward to watermelon in the summer and Brussels sprouts in the winter. We learn to cultivate deep gratitude and respect for the land and all it provides for us. It fosters deep stewardship for the Earth.”
BALANCING OUR DOSHAS
Incorporating the Ayurvedic understanding of doshas into our diet further supports our connection to nature and intuitive eating. “According to Ayurveda, everything and everyone is comprised of five elements: space, air, fire, water and earth,” says Veena Haasl-Blilie, founder of Minnesota-based Saumya Ayurveda. “These elements combine to form three basic energy properties called the doshas. These foundational energies, known as vata, pitta and kapha, are the building blocks of our universe. While all three doshas are present in every one of us, they manifest to varying degrees. Our distinct physical, mental and spiritual traits are the result of our unique dosha constitution.”
Disruptions in our daily routines, stress and diet changes can cause doshas to get out of balance. By mindfully incorporating dosha-balancing foods and herbs into our day, our bodies and minds can reset. “In Ayurveda, food is medicine. When
we eat to balance the doshas, we are eating in the most supportive and nourishing way possible,” explains Haasl-Blilie. “Instead of a one-size-fits-all diet, we are eating what is balancing to us specifically in that season.”
Understanding an individual’s own dosha type is a key starting point. Haasl-Blilie recommends, “Fiery pitta is best balanced through naturally sweet foods like fruit, most grains, squash, root vegetables, milk and ghee. The best tastes for balancing pitta are sweet, bitter and astringent, while sour, salty and pungent tastes should be minimized. Airy vata has a cold, dry, light nature that can be countered with foods that are warm, moist and grounding, such as hearty soups and healthy fats. Sweet, sour and salty foods help to balance it. For kapha’s cool, dense, oily nature, we should favor food that is light, dry and easy to digest, ideally served warm or hot with invigorating herbs or spices. Sweet, sour and salty tastes should be minimized.”
Cooking with seasonal food that supports dosha balance helps to further nourish holistically. Chef Divya Alter is a cookbook author and the co-founder of Divya’s, which combines culinary education, good-for-you packaged foods and a plant-based restaurant in New York City. Aiming to offer practical ways to bridge the ancient wisdom of food with modern living beyond the boundaries of India, she notes, “Part of my mission is to show people how to apply the universal Ayurveda principles to every part of the world, incorporating the ancient principles of food compatibility and digestion into local cuisines.”
THE JOY OF SUMMER FOODS
Alter says that in warmer months, choosing balancing foods helps to naturally regulate our bodies and our doshas. “Summer is the season of outdoor activities, travel, vacationing and more. The heat and exertion tend to deplete our systems, but nature’s peak harvest season provides us with abundant produce to help us replenish. Ayurveda is all about balancing with nature, so in the hot summer, when we tend to sweat more and feel dehydrated, we need to incorporate cooling and hydrating foods. We feel extra pleasure eating the juicy seasonal fruits like peaches, apricots, berries and watermelon because they quickly cool and nourish us. Zucchini, fennel, leafy greens, okra, carrots and green beans are all great vegetables to give us minerals, vitamins and fiber, plus keep our bodies cool. Coconut in every form is our best friend in summer because it is very cooling and nourishing. Fresh coconut water is the best natural electrolyte drink, and you can add fresh coconut milk to your curry or smoothie. For plant-based protein, mung beans and red or green lentils are all great choices.”
For a simple complement to any dish, Alter recommends using fresh herbs, most of which can be grown locally. “Cilantro, basil, parsley, dill, rosemary, thyme, curry leaves and tarragon, and the cooling spices such as coriander, fennel, cumin and cardamom, add flavor without overheating the body. I use very little
or no chili, and if my digestion needs a bit more heat, then I’d use warming spices like black pepper, turmeric, cinnamon and ginger in small amounts,” she says.
Sibi points out that using fresh herbs and spices while cooking also helps to preserve cultural traditions. “While they may not have originated here, locally grown and ethically sourced herbs honor global cooking and customs,” she says. “Incorporating fresh cilantro into a Mexican dish, turmeric into an Indian recipe, or parsley into a Mediterranean meal reminds us of their origins. Besides the medicinal benefits, the flavors are more palatable, and it’s a valuable way to teach these traditions to a younger generation. They learn that what you put in your mouth doesn’t just affect you, but has a larger global impact.”
While this may seem like a lot to consider when making daily food choices, Casperson recommends starting with seasonal eating and balancing our doshas using ingredients that are readily available. “Seasonal eating is more accessible, because you can literally choose what to eat by what is in the market. From there, have some fun with it,” she suggests. “Look up recipes and menus that you can easily digest to support your dosha balance, and add in herbs grown in your own garden. Sit down and eat in a relaxed setting without distractions and really connect with how you’re nourishing yourself.”
Carrie Jackson is a Chicago-based freelance writer and frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings. Connect at CarrieJacksonWrites.com.
Nourish Skin From Within
Foods That Enhance Health and Radiance
by Maya Whitman
Our skin is the largest human organ. In addition to protecting us from ultraviolet radiation, bacterial invaders and chemicals, it also provides a visual record of the human story, as it is vulnerable to emotional stress, hormonal rhythms and poor diet. While more research is needed, there is growing evidence that food can be an ally for resolving stubborn acne, preventing certain types of skin cancer and aging gracefully. According to a clinical review published in the journal Medicina, nutrients like vitamins A, C, D and E, as well as omega-3 fatty acids, may be beneficial for atopic dermatitis and psoriasis.
“The global market for skincare topicals is estimated at around $180 billion,” says Mark Tager, M.D., an integrative healthcare synergist in San Diego, California, and author of Feed Your Skin Right: Your Personalized Nutrition Plan for Radiant Beauty. “There are some topicals with ingredients that do penetrate the skin. For the most part, these approaches pale in comparison with the power of an inside approach to skin health and beauty.” He reminds us that what we consume is reflected in our skin.
GUT HEALTH AND GLOWING SKIN
Emerging research published in Gut Mi-
crobes in 2022 shows the relationship between intestinal flora and skin health and proposes the value of supplemental prebiotics, probiotics and fermented foods. “Trillions of organisms—mainly bacteria in our gastrointestinal tract—produce vitamin K, neurotransmitters and short-chain fatty acids, each of which plays a role in skin health,” says Tager, highlighting the microbe Akkermansia muciniphila , which produces acetone. “People with acne have much lower levels of this short-chain fatty acid in their skin microbiome. Raising the acetate levels, along with changing the ratio of goodto-bad gut bacteria, can help with acne.” Tager recommends eating fiber, which is the preferred food of the good bacteria like Akkermansia , as well as taking probiotics.
Deanna Minich, a nutrition scientist, functional medicine practitioner and author of The Rainbow Diet: A Holistic Approach to Radiant Health Through Foods and Supplements, concurs, “An imbalance in the microbiome has been linked to acne. Eating a diverse, colorful, plantrich diet is a wonderful way to promote a healthy balance of gut bugs.” For acne, she lauds the benefits of green tea.
FULL-SPECTRUM SUSTENANCE
Skin-friendly foods are nutrient-dense and include avocados, sunflower and flax seeds, almonds, walnuts, berries and cold-water fatty fish (herring, sardines and salmon).
“Colorful plant pigments or phytochemicals can fortify skin internally,” Minich asserts. “They tend to accumulate in the skin and offer protection from the sun by absorbing UV rays and reducing inflammation. When we eat a colorful diet, we’re eating an array of nutrients and phytochemicals that protect our skin.” She recommends carotenoids like beta-carotene and lycopene, which are abundant in foods like melons, tomatoes and carrots.
Minich also touts protein to help repair damaged skin, especially plant sources like lentils, beans and tofu, as well as animal proteins such as eggs, fish and lean meats, but warns against charring in the cooking process. “This can create inflammatory compounds known as advanced glycation
end products (AGE), which can contribute to aging. Instead, prepare foods with low heat and wet cooking methods such as boiling, stewing and steaming.”
A 2019 prospective cohort study of French women published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition connected a decreased risk of melanoma and basal cell skin cancer with the adherence to the Mediterranean diet.
TRIGGER FOODS
Reducing inflammation and taming a sweet tooth is important. “Too much sugar attaches itself to the collagen in our skin, making it brittle, and this leads to more fine lines and wrinkles,” explains Tager, advising, “Diets high in saturated fats and fried foods contribute to inflammation and changes in sebum production.” He underscores the possibility of food sensitivities to tree nuts, dairy, fish, wheat, eggs, shellfish, peanuts or soy that can manifest as skin irritations, itching and swelling.
COLLAGEN FACTORS
According to Tager, collagen forms a scaffold within the body and is an essential component of connective tissue that supports the skin’s elasticity. Minich notes, “Collagen supplements can be helpful to improve the appearance of skin, but the body also creates its own collagen and needs nutrients like zinc and vitamin C to do so.”
A PERSONALIZED APPROACH
Ultimately, better skin depends upon multiple considerations, including diet, lifestyle, genetics, medical history and emotional health. “The real breakthrough we have seen over the last decade is the rise of personalized nutrition,” Tager observes, encouraging people to work with medical and nutritional professionals to develop a customized plan.
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This salad is very colorful and fresh-tasting. The vibrant greens flecked with red, orange and black vegetables, as well as the white quinoa, paint an image of a righteously healthy bowl. For variety, add steamed vegetables such as beets and sunchokes [artichokes], or raw cucumbers or jicama.
YIELD: 4 SERVINGS
⅓ cup white quinoa, washed and drained
¼ tsp plus a pinch salt, divided
½-inch fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
6 fresh curry leaves
½ green Indian or Thai chile, seeded (optional)
1 bunch kale (about ½ lb), washed, stems removed and torn into smaller pieces
1 tsp olive oil
Tiny pinch asafoetida [Indian spice]
¼ cup finely diced carrots
2 or 3 red radishes, diced
2 Tbsp celery, finely diced
¼ cup pitted black olives, chopped
¼ cup toasted pine nuts or walnuts
2 Tbsp fresh parsley leaves
1 Tbsp fresh mint leaves
DRESSING
2½ Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp salt
¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
In a medium saucepan, bring three cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat, then add the quinoa and one-quarter teaspoon of the salt. Cook uncovered for 12 to 15 minutes until a little tail-shoot separates from the seed. Drain. Spread on a plate or tray to let the quinoa cool completely.
In a food processor, finely chop the ginger, curry leaves and chile. Add the kale leaves and pulse until they are finely chopped but not pasty.
In a 10-inch skillet, heat the olive oil over low heat. Add the asafoetida, food-processed kale and carrots. Sauté for about three minutes, until the kale wilts but is still vibrant green and the carrots are softer but still crunchy. Season with a pinch of salt and set aside to cool.
DRESSING
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, salt and black pepper. Toast the pine nuts or walnuts in a small skillet on low heat. Move them frequently in the pan until they turn slightly golden in color. Transfer the nuts to a small bowl and let them cool completely.
ASSEMBLY
In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, kale and carrot mixture, radishes, celery and olives. Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the tabbouleh and toss to mix. Serve at room temperature and garnish each bowl with pine nuts, parsley and mint.
Recipe and photo courtesy of Chef Divya Alter from her cookbook, Joy of Balance (Rizzoli, 2022).
Mark J. Tager
on Secrets to a Glowing Complexion
by Sandra Yeyati
Mark J. Tager, M.D., instructs medical practitioners and consumers in new approaches to wellness, emphasizing the complementary treatment of chronic conditions and the use of personalized nutrition as a cornerstone of optimal health. His synergistic approach to skin health and beauty has been shaped by years working in the integrative, aesthetic and regenerative fields.
Tager received his undergraduate and medical training at Duke University and currently teaches at the school’s Integrative Medicine Center. He has served as founding vice president of marketing for Reliant Technologies, where he helped launch the Fraxel laser for skin rejuvenation, and also served in executive positions with Syneron and Lutronic, two leaders in advanced aesthetic technologies.
The author and co-author of 10 books and hundreds of educational videos recently created the 40-hour continuing education course “Personalized Nutrition for Practitioners” on behalf of the American Nutrition Association. His most recent book is Feed Your Skin Right: Your Personalized Nutrition Plan for Radiant Beauty, which serves as the basic content for the 10-hour online professional training program “Inside Skin Beauty”.
What are the characteristics of healthy skin?
Healthy skin begins with good barrier function. The epidermis—the outermost layer of skin—keeps water and key nutrients in and helps repel harmful agents such as bacteria and chemicals. Healthy skin has a glow that comes from good blood flow,
rapid skin turnover, ample collagen and clarity—by this I mean skin that has been protected from harmful UVA/UVB rays to minimize aging spots and premature skin damage. Radiant skin reflects light, so when someone is taking care of their skin, there is literally a glow about them. What foods do you recommend for healthy skin?
Make plants a central part of your diet. A wide array of colorful plants provides the body with key antioxidants that help ward off the effects of oxidation. Interestingly, many plant ingredients have a mild, skin-protective effect when eaten because their key function in the plant is to protect it from harmful UV rays. While the effect is nowhere near that provided by sunblock, you do gain a “natural SPF” [sun protection factor] of 3 or 4 from some of the yellow-orange carotenoid phytonutrients, as well as the red-purple anthocyanins.
The second benefit of plant-based foods is providing fiber to the body. In addition to promoting healthy bowel movements, fiber is the preferred food of the helpful gut bacteria. They convert fiber into, among other things, short-chain fatty acids which, in the gut, protect the lining, and, when they enter the bloodstream, help to maintain a healthy skin microbiome. What aesthetic procedures should we consider?
I’m a big fan of fractional rejuvenation, which essentially produces small thermal wounds that heal quickly, leading to skin turnover and bringing heat into the dermis for collagen remodeling. Microneedling creates a similar effect, although it does not have the added benefit of the heat going into the dermis. There are multiple products that combine microneedling with radio-frequency heat, and this provides a dual action.
How do we personalize a plan to optimize skin health?
It starts with a hard look at your diet. There is no way that anyone can out-supplement a crappy diet. If you are working with a professional, they will take a careful, functional-medicine history; look for the medications that deplete key nutrients; get basic bloodwork that can shed light on imbalances; and closely examine the hair, skin and nails for nutrient insufficiency.
There are new tests that can shed light on personalization. One of these is a nutritional genomic test for skin health. This identifies the genetic variants that affect a host of skin-related processes, including the assimilation of vitamins and minerals; the rate at which collagen is broken down in the body; and glycation, the binding of sugar to collagen, making it more brittle and contributing to wrinkles. Then there are more advanced blood, urine, saliva and stool tests that can provide a snapshot of hormones, the microbiome and the metabolites that are produced in the body. Increasingly, these tests are going direct to the consumer, but I highly advocate having a well-trained professional help with the interpretation.
How does gut and skin microbiome testing relate to skin health?
The three to four pounds of bacteria in our gut produce more than 30 neurotransmitters, key vitamins and short-chain fatty acids. The gut communicates with the skin via these chemical messengers, but also through the nervous system, most notably through the vagus nerve, which sends signals to the brain. Ideally, we want to live in harmony with the good bacteria in the gut and support healthy communication.
There are less helpful bacteria in our gut, as well. These bacteria can proliferate and crowd out the good bugs. This is known as dysbiosis. Increasingly we are seeing specific changes in gut microbiome composition associated with conditions such as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, acne and rosacea. Changes in diet, including the removal of offending agents, as well as the addition of nutrients that repair the skin barrier and probiotics, can help restore this balance. I think we are in an infant stage with our understanding of the skin microbiome. This will change. Sandra Yeyati is national editor of Natural Awakenings.
Farm Foods in a Capsule
Finding Sustainable, Nutrient-Dense Options
by Kelcie Ottoes
The global dietary supplement industry reached sales of more than $177 billion in 2023. Natural supplements are gaining more attention for their emphasis on whole-food ingredients and for their holistic approach to nutrition.
GROWING DEMAND
A nationwide survey by the Council for Responsible Nutrition found that 74 percent of American adults take dietary supplements, with 92 percent of users reporting that they are essential for maintaining health. According to the National Institutes of Health, although supplements cannot replace a healthy diet, they can help ensure adequate amounts of essential nutrients and improve health. For example, calcium and vitamin D support strong bones, folic acid decreases the risk of certain birth defects and omega-3 fatty acids may help some people with heart disease.
David Perlmutter, M.D., a neurologist and expert in gluten issues, brain health and nutrition, sees an increased role of supplements in the future. He explains, “The world of health care is moving to a place of recognizing the fundamental role of metabolism in general health and compromising health through chronic degenerative conditions. I think there is a place for appropriate use of nutritional supplements when they are developed and validated in this arena.”
SYNTHETIC SUPPLEMENTS
“Most nutritional supplements are the product of something going on in a chemistry lab-
oratory,” laments Perlmutter, adding that manmade supplements contain nutrients that are artificially created, which may be harder for the body to recognize and process.
“Synthetic supplements are loaded up with excipients like magnesium dioxides, silica, etc.,” explains David Stelzer, founder and chief executive officer of Azure Standard, a producer of organic foods and natural products. “A lot of times, the minerals aren’t even predigested. If you’re taking iron, you wouldn’t be getting much better in those pills than if you were sucking on rusty nails, and that is not what the body can utilize.”
WHOLE-FOOD SUPPLEMENTS
Sometimes referred to as farm-focused supplements, whole-food supplements are made by extracting nutrients from fruits, vegetables and herbs with an emphasis on raw, unprocessed ingredients. They often contain organic food extracts and include a variety of vitamins, minerals, enzymes, antioxidants and phytonutrients in their natural forms that can boost absorption, compared to synthetic alternatives.
Whole-food supplements come in the form of multivitamins, mineral formulas, herbal blends and specialized formulations. Some food products such as energy bars, shakes and powders may also incorporate wholefood supplementation to boost their nutritional value and provide a natural source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
“What we want to look for [in food-based supplements] is that they are sourcing sustainably; that they’re emphasizing organic, raw materials and non-GMO sources; that no harmful chemicals have been used, nor is there any part of the manufacturing process that does a significant amount of damage,” Perlmutter recommends. “Look for the emblems that indicate USDA Certified Organic ingredients. Some manufacturers
also have B Corp certification, indicating the company is socially and environmentally sensitive.”
“Look at the source. Where is it from? What kind of products is it made from? What is being used as a flow agent or filler, if anything? How has it been produced? Make sure you can trust the company as well,” says Stelzer, adding that brands like Garden of Life, AzureWell, MegaFood and Standard Process promote their commitment to quality and transparency.
SHOPPING TIPS
• Certifications: Choose products that are Food Alliance Certified, USDA Certified Organic, Demeter Certified Biodynamic, Non-GMO Project Verified and Rainforest Alliance Certified.
• Ingredients: Opt for organic ingredients and avoid supplements with artificial colors, flavors and fillers.
• Nutrient Density: Prioritize supplements that contain a variety of vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients from whole food sources.
• Manufacturer: Visit brand websites, looking for the transparency of their manufacturing, quality control and sustainability disclosures.
“Food should be our medicine,” insists Stelzer. “Supplements, in and of themselves, should be the exception rather than the rule. There are some folks with exceptions. When your body has been depleted in nutrients for an extended period of time, like those recovering from serious illnesses, supplements help their bodies to catch up. Also, if your body is depleted and showing signs of fatigue or illness, then there’s definitely a place for supplements.” As with any dietary changes, it is important to consult with a healthcare professional before starting something new.
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Taking Dogs for a Swim Tips for a Safe and Fun Experience
by Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT, NAN
Dogs generally love to splash around and play in water, whether in a pool, a calm lake or the open ocean. This might give the impression that all dogs are natural swimmers, but that isn’t necessarily true. As responsible pet owners, it is important to realize that a dog’s swimming skills can vary based on their breed, age and health. Even for dogs that are good swimmers, it is crucial to keep a close eye on their health and safety whenever they are in the water.
PRE-SWIMMING PREPARATION
Understanding a dog’s abilities and comfort level in water is crucial. Observing their behavior around water provides insights into their readiness to swim. Signs of comfort such as approaching puddles excitedly or displaying relaxed postures and tail wagging suggest a natural affinity for water. Conversely, hesitance or fear may be indicated by behaviors like barking at waves or avoiding even shallow water.
To create a safe environment, select pools with gentle slopes or steps for easy access and exit. Consider factors like water depth, currents and potential entrapment hazards. Additionally, providing swim accessories such as sunscreen, life jackets, ear protection and paw balm can enhance safety and comfort. Adding water-safe toys can enhance the enjoyment of the swimming experience.
Before allowing a dog to swim, it is essential to check the water quality and temperature. A 2014 study conducted at Chiang Mai University, in Thailand, reported that cold water below 77° F can elevate a dog’s heart rate and blood sugar levels after just 20 minutes of
swimming, potentially straining their bodies, while very warm water above 98.6° F may cause rapid breathing. Water with a temperature around 91.4° F helps dogs stay comfortable and regulate their body temperature during exercise, minimizing the risk of hypothermia from prolonged exposure to cold water.
Ensure the water is clean and free from pollutants and harmful chemicals by regularly testing its quality, especially in pools, to maintain proper pH levels and chlorine content. Chlorine is commonly used to keep pool water clean and free of harmful bacteria, but it can be irritating to a dog’s skin and eyes in high concentrations. A 2012 study published in the Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine examining the effects of frequent swimming in chlorinated pools found that dry hair (21 percent) and dry skin (19 percent) were the most common side effects observed after the first swim. These percentages significantly increased with more frequent swims, reaching 78 percent for dry hair and 59 percent for dry skin by the fifth swimming session.
OPTIMIZING SWIM LESSONS
Keeping an eye on the dog while they swim is essential for their safety. Unexpected situations like strong currents or sudden deep spots can happen, and the dog may not know how to handle them. Dogs, like humans, can also become tired while swimming, making it crucial to monitor their energy levels. It can be easy for them to get lost or confused, especially in unfamiliar surroundings, which is where the owner’s guidance comes in handy.
While the dog is in the water, minimize distractions by avoiding phone use and selecting quiet areas away from crowds or loud noises. Keeping within arm’s reach of the dog allows for immediate response to any difficulties they may encounter. Providing regular breaks and offering encouragement during swimming sessions helps maintain the dog’s comfort and confidence in the water.
“Common mistakes made by dog parents
are rushing the process and trying to force a dog that is unsure or frightened,” says Beth Hrnciar, a dog trainer at Follow My Lead, in Connecticut. A dog with little to no swimming experience should never be thrown into the water or allowed to accidentally fall in, she adds, and if a dog displays fear, the swimming session should be terminated.
“Just because a dog is young and healthy doesn’t necessarily mean they can start swimming right away,” explains Hrnciar. Canine fitness instructors can design physical conditioning programs to help dogs avoid unnecessary strain on joints or the cardiovascular system.
Using a proper-fitting life jacket or vest made specifically for dogs will provide support and visibility. “Stick to the shallows until the dog is comfortable, using a floating longline for safety in large bodies of water,” Hrnciar suggests. “Consider having a dog swim with another dog that already knows how to swim and enjoys it, as they learn a lot from modeling other dogs.”
POST-SWIM CARE
After a refreshing swim, it is essential to prioritize the dog’s post-swim care. Begin by thoroughly rinsing them with clean, fresh water to remove any chlorine, salt or contaminants that may irritate their skin. Encourage them to drink fresh water to prevent stomach upset. Dry the dog with a towel, paying extra attention to areas where moisture can linger, including between paws and under the ears. Monitor the dog for signs of discomfort or illness such as ear infections or skin irritation, and seek veterinary care, if necessary.
Swimming can be a fun and enjoyable activity for dogs. With a few precautions and an eye on their safety and health, our furry friends can stay cool and comfortable during hot summer days by the water.
Ruth Roberts is an integrative veterinarian and holistic health coach for pets, as well as the creator of The Original CrockPet Diet. Learn more at DrRuthRoberts.com.
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Calendar of Events
WEDNESDAY, JULY 3
Dr. Carol Roberts Presents Her Free Class on New Ideas on Mental Health - 2-4pm. Dr. Carol Roberts from Best Medicine will be continuing a series of free classes, comprising a course in the normal functioning of the human body and some of the ways it can go wrong. This month’s topic is on new ideas in mental health. Classes are offered monthly, every first Wednesday 2-4 pm at Unity of Sarasota as well as our Facebook Live. Registration is encouraged as seating is limited. Call 941404-8030 to sign up.
SUNDAY, JULY 7
Cosmic Center Manifesting Abundance
Through the 7/7 Frequency with Rev. Nancy & Baba Sharone - 1-2:30pm. We now harness the Spiritual Power of seven. Continuing with energetic juncture points that started with the Lion’s Gate Portal of 8/8/23, we will use the next juncture point of 7/7 to access this most potent Gateway to manifest Abundance in all areas of our life but with a focus on Financial Abundance. Each number vibration brings it’s own power to our manifestatoin goals. For both new and past participants, we use this opportunity to harness these special energies to Manifest what we want in our lives as powerful co-creators. We will also plant the the intention for Dreamwork later that night. When aligning with this vibrational frequency you attune your body, mind and spirit with your Creative Higher Divine Guidance. This brings forth positive attraction alignment into your life. Baba Sharone will transmit a Special Abundance Frequency given on July 3, 2023. $40. In-person and remotely. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows, Bldg G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com, Facebook and Instagram.
Intro Discussion on Morphology, The Art of Face Reading - 11am-12:30pm. Reveal hidden secrets in people’s faces, including your own, using this powerful tool with western Morphology, The Art of Face Reading. You will gain knowledge of personality traits and characteristics of people, like your partner or boss by understanding what different features mean on different faces. Led by internationally known and Sarasota located, Feng Shui and Chinese Astrology Consultant and teacher Jacqueline Pepper. She studied the modality of face reading among other teachings, with Dr. Jerry Epstein at the American Institute for mental Imagery in Manhattan from 19972017. She also studied with his teacher, Madame Colette Alboulker Muscat for 2 weeks in Jerusalem, Israel in 1999. In-person and online. $60. To learn more and sign up: PixieDustSRQ. com/service-page/intro-discussion-on-morphology. Pixie Dust, 1476 Main St., Sarasota, 941-366-6325, PixieDustSRQ.com.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 10
A Way With Words: A Poetic Venture -
7-8:30pm, the 2nd Wed. of each month. Doors open at 6:30pm to first come, first read /sign up. Readings are 5 to 7 min. per reader. Come read your poetry or written words in an accepting ambiance of our wondrous diversity. Coffee, tea & snacks available. $5 admission. Presented by Carol Borsello, with Rev. Zan Benham, 941-922-7839, or Zan@woman-spirit.com. At Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota. Sound Bath - 7-8pm, second Wed. of every month. Join us for this beautiful form of deepened relaxation. Zooey Seraphine, Creative Director for the OM Shoppe & amp; Sound Therapy Practitioner, brings to you these beautiful singing bowl sound baths to guide you into a deepened place of stillness and peace. Discover the magical way that sound can help ease you into a meditative state and a heightened mind-body awarenes. Experience the power of sound to help you access connection, relaxation, and inspiration with a transcendental OM Singing Bowl Sound Bath. Lay on zero-gravity chairs as 2 trained sound facilitators guide you into meditation, letting go, and present awareness with celestial sounds to elevate consciousness and transform your mind, body, and spirit. These sound bath sessions provide an accessible way to help you release your stress and rejuvenate midweek in an uplifting, guided sound meditation facilitated by OM Shoppe sound therapy practitioners and professional musicians. The Om Shoppe, 4801 S. Tamiami Tr #5, Sarasota, 941-706-3257, TheOMShoppe.com or TheOMShoppeandSpa.com.
THURSDAY, JULY 11
Virtual Belly Dance Lesson – Free – Via Zoom - 4pm. Special “Bliss Bellydance” for women. Led by Adina Isebelle Ravenswood, offered free of charge. It’s time to shimmy together on Zoom from the comfort of our own home. “Bliss Bellydance” is a conscious dance journey where you’ll set an intention, warm up your entire body, learn bellydance movements and put them together in a simple routine. Helps release stuck energy and more. Beginners welcome, no experience needed whatsoever. Adina says, “You know these movements deep in your bones - it’s time for us to remember!” Join us. Have fun with us in a safe & supportive environment, no judgments. Free 75 minute class. For more info call ZenJen at 941830-3040 or visit HealingHerWorkshops.com.
FRIDAY, JULY 12
“Floating” Crystal Bowl Concert with Robert Austin - 6:30-7:30pm. While suspended in an Aerial Hammock, you will restore the harmony between the physical and spiritual planes. At the same time, crystal and Tibetan bowls sing, clearing and aligning the body’s chakras. Crystal Bowl energy healing through harmonic sounds resonating from the bowls balancing the chakras and re-energizing the auric field.
The powerful vibrations can eliminate pain and are very healing. The sound penetrates the body which consists of approximately 70% water and gives a gentle internal massage to all your cells. Let the positive vibrations of the bowls integrate into your body and your spirit soar. $25/PP - choice of hammock or mat, $50 for VIP experience - (under copper pyramidincludes gift basket). Must pre-register and pre-pay. There is a 4-person minimum to hold this workshop. Palm Studio and Boutique, 441 W. Dearborn St., Englewood, 941-208-5568, PalmStudioEnglewood.com.
SATURDAY, JULY 13
Mind, Body, Spirit Market at Pixie Dust9am-4pm. Pixie Dust is hosting their first ever diverse market designed for spiritual/holistic small businesses to show case themselves. Some of the services/products offered are: Akashic Records, massages, apothic products, craniosacral healing, sound healing and handmade clothing from Guetemaya and the Amazon. From 9am12pm there will be 5 vendors and from 1-4pm a different 5 different vendors will be available. Come join the fun. Pixie Dust, 1476 Main St., Sarasota, 941-366-6325, PixieDustSRQ.com.
Sarasota Center of Light “Writing Your Way” Workshop - 11am-12:30pm. Given by Rev. Marie H. Rowe one of her “Summer Lites” series in the Learning Center at Sarasota Center of Light. Love donation $10. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave. 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.
Youth Holistic Wellness Open House - 1-3pm. Come join us as we expand our youth programs and explore our new holistic services. Come “Meet and Greet” all our staff as we will offer youth services in occupational therapy, speech therapy, youth somatics, youth grief release, cursive writing and brain integrated strategies. All our services include 15 minutes of mindful practice. Free. Palm Studio and Boutique, 441 W. Dearborn St., Englewood, 941-2085568, PalmStudioEnglewood.com.
Sacred Chants with Lotus Heart at Wild Ginger Apothecary - 7pm. Sacred Chants Circles are conscious singing gatherings where participants are invited to sing along to devotional music in a loving and supportive community space. Music is offered not to entertain but to deepen one’s experience of singing from the heart while practicing deep listening throughout the gathering. During the gathering we allow periods of silence between songs enabling the vibration of sound energy to get deeper into the body, heart, and mind. No previous experience is necessary. Just come with an open heart and an open mind. Allow the power of mantra and medicine music to ease your mind from the stresses of a busy day. Pre-registration is required. $20. Wild Ginger Apothecary, 6557 Superior Ave., Sarasota, 941-312-5630, WildGingerApothecary.com.
SUNDAY, JULY 14
Tuning Fork Certification Workshop - 10am-
5pm, July 14, 15. With Beth A. Snyder - Sound Healing Academy Associate Teacher. This 2-day sound healing workshop focuses specifically on working with Tuning Forks for selfcare plus therapeutic one-on-one and group sessions. This course is ideal for people who have never used Tuning Forks as well as those with experience, including people who have joined our Level 1 and or our Level 2 courses. The Om Shoppe, 4801 S. Tamiami Tr #5, Sarasota, 941-706-3257, TheOMShoppe.com or TheOMShoppeandSpa.com.
THURSDAY, JULY 18
Sherry Lord International Channel, Deep Trance Channel, Energy Healer - 10am-5pm. Sherry is an International Channel, Deep Trance Channel, Energy Healer. She connects with angels and guides, sees auras, and channels loved ones who have crossed over. Do you ever feel stuck, miss a loved one who has passed on, or are trying to make an important life decision? Sherry can help clarify your life’s path and direction; with the ultimate goal to empower and help you find your own inner wisdom including business and helping you on your spiritual path. Schedule your appointment today at Spirit Speaks, 411 W. Dearborn St., Englewood, 734-564-6828.
Eckankar: The Path of Spiritual FreedomDevelop a Powerful Spiritual Practice - 11am. Sound of Soul events offer the chance to chant the ancient mantra HU and enjoy spiritual conversation in the company of like-hearted Souls. HU is a love song to God for spiritual seekers of all faiths and religious backgrounds. Eckankar Center & Reading Room, 3650 Webber St., Unit F, Sarasota. 941-358-0325. Meetup. com/EckankarInSarasota or Eck-Florida.org.
FRIDAY JULY 19
Sherry Lord International Channel, Deep Trance Channel, Energy Healer - 10am-5pm. Sherry is an International Channel, Deep Trance Channel, Energy Healer. She connects with angels and guides, sees auras, and channels loved ones who have crossed over. Do you ever feel stuck, miss a loved one who has passed on, or are trying to make an important life decision? Sherry can help clarify your life’s path and direction; with the ultimate goal to empower and help you find your own inner wisdom including business and helping you on your spiritual path. Schedule your appointment today at Spirit Speaks, 411 W. Dearborn St., Englewood, 734-564-6828.
Floating Sound Immersion Meditation with Sandra and Michael Katala - 6:30-7:30pm. Sandra and Michael Katala offer floating meditative Sound Nidra baths. Each intentional meditation immerses you in an organically unique sound with world instruments such as harp, singing bowls, chimes, tuning forks, vocal toning, frame drum, buffalo drum, flute, and more. These various sound techniques will be used to cleanse negative energies, align chakras, and create space to align the body on emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual levels. This meditation will be done off the floor
and in the air. You will be cocooned in Aerial Hammocks for an ethereal experience. $25/PP - choice of hammock or mat, $50. for VIP experience (under double pyramid). Must pre-register and pre-pay. There is a 4-person minimum to hold this workshop. Palm Studio and Boutique, 441 W. Dearborn St., Englewood, 941-208-5568, PalmStudioEnglewood.com.
Full Meditation at Pixie Dust - 3pm and 5:30pm. Bring your journal and experience a relaxing afternoon. $40. Pixie Dust, 1476 Main St., Sarasota, 941-366-6325, PixieDustSRQ.com.
SATURDAY, JULY 20
Sherry Lord International Channel, Deep Trance Channel, Energy Healer - 10am-5pm. Sherry is an International Channel, Deep Trance Channel, En-ergy Healer. She connects with angels and guides, sees auras, and channels loved ones who have crossed over. Do you ever feel stuck, miss a loved one who has passed on, or are trying to make an important life decision? Sherry can help clarify your life’s path and direction; with the ulti-mate goal to empower and help you find your own inner wisdom including business and helping you on your spiritual path. Schedule your appointment today at Spirit Speaks, 411 W. Dearborn St., Englewood, 734-564-6828.
Pixie Dust Aromatherapy and Chakras6-7pm. Learn how Aromatherapy is deeply connected to your chakras. What do you need today? Create your own blend after chakra meditation. $60. Pixie Dust, 1476 Main St., Sarasota, 941-366-6325, PixieDustSRQ.com.
SUNDAY, JULY 21
Pixie Dust Candle Making with Ky - 11am. Come have a fun evening at Pixie Dust making your own candle. $20. Sign up online at PixieDustSRQ.com. Pixie Dust, 1476 Main St., Sarasota, 941-366-6325, PixieDustSRQ.com.
MONDAY, JULY 22
A Reiki Share for Reiki III Practitioners7-8:30pm. This Reiki share is ongoing, the 3rd Monday of each month. Bring a table if you have one. $5 donation ATD. At Rising Tide International, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota. Rev. Zan Benham, 941-922-7839, or Zan@woman-spirit.com.
FRIDAY, JULY 26
Pixie Dust Aromatherapy and Chakras5:30pm. Learn how Aromatherapy is deeply connected to your chakras. What do you need today? Create your own blend after chakra meditation. $60. Pixie Dust, 1476 Main St., Sarasota, 941-366-6325, PixieDustSRQ.com.
S UNDAY, JULY 28
OM Shamanic Sound Journey - 3-4pm, 4th Sunday of each month. Come discover professional sound healing with musicians and certified sound healing professionals. The OM Shoppe and Spa is the area’s leading supplier of Vibrational Medicine tools to help those seeking to feel better, improve happiness, and
reach higher states of consciousness. The OM Shoppe is honored to have aligned with professional musicians, shamanic sound guide, musical instructor, and sound healer Zen Seraphine. Care and collaboration with the certified sound healers Beth A Snyder, CCHt and Nancy Parlor of The OM Shoppe ensure the experience you have with us is specifically designed and based on researched sound healing techniques, rhythms and intervals to help you remove emotional, mental and spiritual blocks. Past traumas in your bio- field are considered and full resolution through the Sound Journey is achieved. You will experience a blend of, shamanic drumming, rhythm, crystal singing bowls, rattles, tuning forks, vocal toning, electric violin and more in a coordinated and orchestrated fashion to help improve participant’s well-being. Clinical Hypnotherapist Beth A Snyder begins your journey by gently inducing a hypnotic state. Then your journey into sound begins. Consider your intention now. The Om Shoppe, 4801 S. Tamiami Tr #5, Sarasota, 941-706-3257, TheOMShoppe.com or TheOMShoppeandSpa.com.
SUNDAY, JULY
28
Pixie Dust Transformative Healing Experience - 11am. Led by Anna and Peggy. Combined, the two have 50 plus years of energy work. Stressed? Tired? Overwhelmed? Press pause and allow your higher self to take you on a journey. $90. Pixie Dust, 1476 Main St., Sarasota, 941-366-6325, PixieDustSRQ.com.
Crystal Singing Bowls for Personal Wellness Series - 3:30–5:30pm. What to expect: each class is designed to help you master the art of using Quartz Crystal Singing Bowls in your personal life. Taught by Zooey Seraphine. One of the easiest ways to experience deep and profound relaxation and improve our immunity is through the ancient art of Sound Healing. Always sells out - reserve your seat. The Om Shoppe, 4801 S. Tamiami Tr #5, Sarasota, 941-706-3257, TheOMShoppe.com or TheOMShoppeandSpa.com.
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 10
Sarasota Center of Light “Anatomy of an Affirmation” Workshop - 11am-12:30pm. Given by Rev. Marie H. Rowe in the Learning Center at Sarasota Center of Light. Love donation $10. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave. 941953-6620, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.
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Ongoing Events classifieds
Sunday
Unity of Sarasota - 10-10:15 am - Meditation, Celebration Service - 10:30- 11:45am. In-person and livestream at UnityofSarasota.org under services tab. Celebration service includes a contemporary talk and lively music. Youth ministry program “The power of life to create a world that works for all:”. 1st Sunday is Birthday & Anniversary Sunday; 3rd Sunday is Potluck (bring a dish to share)! Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota, 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.org.
Cosmic Center Sunday Sabbath Services10:30am. In person and on Zoom. Join our rotation of reverends every Sunday as we connect with our Family of Light. First Sunday - Open Heart Divine Healing Service with Rev. Sharon-Elizabeth (Baba Sharone) and experience sound healing of The Lambdona at 528Hz. Through the Divine Names of God and conscious intention we create the Sacred Space to connect to the Healing Power of the Divine. Expect Miracles! Second Sunday - A Channeling of Dimensions of Love with Rev. Nancy Robinson. She will Uplift, Guide, Inspire, Heal and help promote Peace and Harmony in the Heart. Third Sunday - Ecstatic Kabbalah with Rev. Annie Eng anchored in Kabbalah Tree of Life Ceremony and Wisdom. Fourth Sunday – Rev. Robin bringing you wisdom teachings from around the world and ages, accompanied with her crystal harp. Fifth Sunday –Rev. Ildigo Varga, experience the spiritual energy of Divine Protection. This service helps you align with the Higher Wisdom and blessing that is available to all of us. Love Donation. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows, Bldg G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com, Facebook and Instagram. Universal Service - 10:30am. Each Sunday with a rotation of Reverends. This is a weekly egalitarian service which celebrates all of humanity’s religions together on a single altar. It is a place where East meets West, offering opportunities for spiritual growth and sharing. At Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota, and on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/81220 8049 Password: RTI2020. RisingTideInternational. org, for info Rev. Zan, 941-922-7839.
Sunday Morning Celebration Service, In-Person and Zoom - 11am, in person healing at 10:30 in Flexer Healing Chapel before service. Join us as we come together as a spiritual family and community, sharing our love and light for ourselves, for each other, and the world. Be a part of sharing the energy and illumination of our hearts and souls together through conversation, music, meditation, a talk and an affirmation and messages. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave. 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.
Cosmic Center Study Group the Pistis SophiaThe Faith of Wisdom with Kim Converse - 1-4pm, 2nd Sundays. In-person and on Zoom. Join Kim Converse, our Keys of Enoch® facilitator, as we embark on the study of the Pistis Sophia, an ancient Coptic Gnostic text (gnosis means ‘knowledge’) with commentary by Drs. J.J. Hurtak and Desiree Hurtak. The Pistis Sophia “the Faith of Wisdom” is a teaching given to the disciples of Jesus after his resurrection as the Christed Jesus for a period of 11 years not only to his male disciples, but also to his female disciples. $20. per month. “Pistis Sophia” book $50 plus shipping at: KeysofEnoch.org. KimConverse@gmail.com with questions. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows, Bldg G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com, Facebook and Instagram.
City Sightseeing Tour - 1 or 3pm. Other days/times available. On this classic City Sightseeing Tour,
learn where to tour, dine, shop or visit! Get an entertaining overview of Sarasota’s rich history, culture, and neighborhoods. $48.99 plus tax/handling fee. Tours depart from the Discover Sarasota Tours Trolley Cottage Gift Shop, 1826 4th Street, Sarasota, 941-260-9818, DiscoverSarasotaTours.com.
Psychic Sundays Trolley Tour - 1pm. Explore the metaphysical side of Sarasota on these bi-weekly trolley tours led by Deni Dreazen. Include orange/ pineapple mimosas before boarding. $52.99 plus tax/ handling fee. Tours depart from the Discover Sarasota Tours Trolley Cottage Gift Shop, 1826 4th Street, Sarasota, 941-260-9818. DiscoverSarasotaTours.com.
Sound Bath Journey with Sophia Kehler at Wild Ginger Apothecary - 6pm. Tune into your deepest harmony and energetic coding in this multifaceted Sound Journey. Join Sophia Kehler as she leads you into deep alignment with your most authentic and harmonious self. She will implement a number of different sound techniques to raise the vibration of the group and create an energetic foundation for you to feel your best. Pre-registration required, $22. Wild Ginger Apothecary, 6557 Superior Ave., Sarasota, 941-312-5630, WildGingerApothecary.com.
Monday
“Health & Nutrition” - 10-11am. With Fred Harvey, MD of The Harvey Center for Integrative Medicine. Health & nutrition is a live call-in or email Ask the Doc health show from 10-11 on WMNF 88.5FM public radio Tampa. Email questions to DJ@WMNF.org Resident Medium, Pranic Healer and Spiritual Counselor at The Cosmic Center - 1-5pm. Rev Nancy Lee Robinson is available by appt only at The Cosmic Center for Spiritual Counseling, through medium/intuitive readings, pranic healing, aura & chakra clearing, inner child healing, past life regression and restorative release (emotional release). These sessions guide you on your spiritual path, releases energetic, mental, emotional, physical and spiritual blocks that keep you from moving forward and raising your vibration to higher levels. Other times available by appt only – call/text 941-313-0418 or at RevNancyLee52@gmail.com. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows, Bldg G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com, Facebook and Instagram.
Feldenkrais with Bonnie K - 5:45pm. Online! Awareness Through Movement classes: Lessons (in chairs/on floor) are designed to quiet non-working habitual patterns, invite you into a process for learning and offer experiences for more efficient movement. Ongoing classes - movement lessons w/replays. More info, 941-360-2248. FeldenkraisInSarasota.com. Register with Bonnie at: FeldenkraisinSarasota.com/Sarasota-Classes-Feldenkrais/
Custom Gemstone Jewelry Workshops at Wild Ginger Apothecary - 6pm. Join Olivia in the studio for these fun, creative exercises. On July 1st, 15th and 29th, we are hosting the Gemstone Necklace Workshop, and on July 8th and 22nd we are hosting the Gemstone Stretch Bracelet Workshop. With hundreds of 6mm crystal beads and charms to choose from, you can unleash your creativity to design jewelry that is uniquely yours and fits you perfectly. In this class, all the supplies are provided, and you will also be taught how to restring your own bracelets/design your own necklaces. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced crafter, these classes are a fun experience to express yourself with crystals. 60+ different crystal types in 6mm size, with a small selection of 4mm beads to add as embellishments. 8mm beads + other gemstone bead types available upon request, with 7 days’ notice to order before the class
HOUSECLEANING. Enjoy your free time and let us do what we do best: Housecleaning to your healthy satisfaction. Call Paula for a free estimate 941-320-4052.
LEARN PIANO FROM A MASTER TEACHER! Jennifer Loftus recently relocated from Maui and has over 35 years teaching experience. Beginning to advanced students welcome… It’s never too late! Learn more at MusicMovesTheSoul.com or call 808-283-3774.
date. In these workshops, all the supplies to make one (1) piece of jewelry are included in the ticket price ($20 for the bracelet workshop, $40 for the necklace workshop). You will also be given a supply list if you’d like to create your own jewelry pieces in the future. Preregistration required to attend. Wild Ginger Apothecary, 6557 Superior Ave., Sarasota, 941-312-5630, WildGingerApothecary.com.
Monday Night Meditation - 6pm. All are welcome to come and explore with us a variety of meditation practices as we allow spirit to guide us. Come gather connect and breath as we open to the possibilities. Arrive early, doors close at 6pm to honor our sacred space, Love donations welcomed. Spirit Speaks, 411 W. Dearborn St., Englewood, 734-464-6828.
Unity of Sarasota – Sangha SRQ Refuge Recovery - 6pm. Meets every Monday. 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota, 941-955-3301, UnityofSarasota.org.
Pub Theology - 6:30–8pm, 2nd Mondays. With Rev. Amy Zehe. Bring your spiritual questions. Meetings held at the Olive Garden in The Landings, 4910 S. Tamiami Trl, Sarasota. For info, contact Unity of Sarasota, 941-955-3301, UnityofSarasota.org.
Tuesday
Unity of Sarasota – Colleen Cassidy Art ClassCall Colleen for placement info at 941-320-0552. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota, UnityofSarasota.org.
Intuitive Flow Yoga at Wild Ginger Apothecary - 10am. Enjoy this slow flow class on Tuesday and Thursday mornings that combines the powerful pairing of two disciplines: fusing the Yin style of long-held passive poses with the dynamic, Yang style of Vinyasa. This class will begin by opening the body to more flexibility and energy, encouraging a non-reactive quality of mind. After, class will move into a flow that consists of linking foundational yoga poses with breath. Use Code 10YOGAFIRST for $10 off your first class. Pre-registration required, $20. Wild Ginger Apothecary, 6557 Superior Ave., Sarasota, 941-312-5630, WildGingerApothecary.com.
Youth Yogi’s Chakra Camp (Free) - 12-1:30pm on Tues. & Thurs. through Aug.3rd. In this holistic camp, we will explore different energy centers of the body known as chakras each week. We will learn about healthy foods, crystals and essential oils, sound and vibration frequency, mindfulness and movement. Camp includes free snacks and drinks. Free event. Space is limited. Please pre-register for Camp on Vagaro or by phone. Palm Studio and Boutique, 441 W. Dearborn St., Englewood, 941-208-5568, PalmStudioEnglewood.com. Cosmic Center Restorative Stretching - 12:15pm. With Danielle Nance. Learn how to gently relax the muscles, loosen the joints, strengthen the tendons and ligaments, as well as fortify the bones. The goal of this special stretching technique is to move the Qi (life force energy), enhance circulation, and ease the
body into a nourishing state of relaxation and wellbeing. In Person, $10/class. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows, Bldg G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com, Facebook and Instagram.
Private Sound Healing Appointments with Sophia -1-5pm. Tune into your deepest harmony + energetic coding in this multifaceted, personalized experience. Join Sophia Kehler as she leads you into deep alignment with your most authentic and harmonious self, while also incorporating your personalized intentions and energies into her work. She will implement a number of different sound techniques to raise your vibration and create an energetic foundation for you to feel your best. $133/ hour, call for appointments. Wild Ginger Apothecary, 6557 Superior Ave., Sarasota, 941-312-5630, WildGingerApothecary.com.
Palm Studio Englewood Youth Yoga -Free!5-5:45pm Tues. & Thurs. Come join Grace in a free yoga class for kids. Palm Studio and Boutique, 441 W. Dearborn St., Englewood, 941-208-5568, PalmStudioEnglewood.com.
Unity of Sarasota - A Course In Miracles6-7:30pm. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota 941-955-3301, UnityofSarasota.org.
Wednesday
Unity of Sarasota - A Course in Miracles – 1011:30am. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota 941-955-3301, UnityofSarasota.org.
Architecture Trolley Tour - 10:30am. Hop aboard our air-conditioned trolley to learn about Sarasota’s distinctive architectural styles. Tours feature Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco, and Mediterranean Revival buildings, homes, and structures. $48.99 + tax/handling fee. Tours depart from the Discover Sarasota Tours Trolley Cottage Gift Shop, 1826 4th Street, Sarasota, 941-260-9818. DiscoverSarasotaTours.com.
Feldenkrais with Bonnie K - 11am. Online! Awareness Through Movement classes: Lessons (in chairs/on floor) are designed to quiet non-working habitual patterns, invite you into a process for learning and offer experiences for more efficient movement. Ongoing classes - movement lessons w/replays. More info, 941-360-2248. FeldenkraisInSarasota.com. Register with Bonnie at: FeldenkraisinSarasota.com/Sarasota-Classes-Feldenkrais/ Free Reiki Healing Clinic - 4-6pm. Come visit our new location. Reiki is an ancient healing technique that is thousands of years old. Reiki is the Chi or life force energy that runs through each of us and is directed and transferred during a Reiki session. Free session every Wednesday. Angel Ministries, 1890 Tamiami Trail S., Venice, 941-492-4995, AngelMinistriesFl.org. Palm Studio Englewood Teen Yoga -Free!5-5:45pm. Come join Lisa in a free yoga class for teens. Palm Studio and Boutique, 441 W. Dearborn St., Englewood, 941-208-5568, PalmStudioEnglewood.com.
Wednesday Wisdom Share - 6pm. A gathering of “Light-Minded” Souls is a sacred circle that meets to honor and support each other weekly. We are all awakening and expanding in new ways. Whether you are just becoming aware or have been on your path. We offer a safe and supportive space to share. Bring your stories and experiences, or just listen as others share theirs. Arrive early, doors close at 6pm to honor our sacred space. Love donations welcome. Spirit Speaks, 411 W. Dearborn St., Englewood, 734-464-6828.
Cosmic Center Special Spirit Messages and Channeling - 7-8:30pm, first and third Wed. of the month. This service is channeled through Reverend Nancy Lee and for all who attend can receive messages from loved ones, guides, masters and teachers in spirit. Also, at the last part of the service Rev. Nancy Lee will channel Divine Wisdom, guidance, and teachings from the Divine Nine Counsel, which are part of her spirit team working with her and through her. Come and enjoy this beautiful service to uplift and inspire you. Love donation $20. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows, Bldg G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL. com, Facebook and Instagram.
Thursday
Colleen Cassidy Art Class - Call Colleen for placement info, at 941-320-0552. Unit of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota, 941-955-3301, UnityofSarasota.org.
Intuitive Flow Yoga at Wild Ginger Apothecary10am. Enjoy this slow flow class on Tuesday and Thursday mornings that combines the powerful pairing of two disciplines: fusing the Yin style of long-held passive poses with the dynamic, Yang style of Vinyasa. This class will begin by opening the body to more flexibility and energy, encouraging a non-reactive quality of mind. After, class will move into a flow that consists of linking foundational yoga poses with breath. Use Code 10YOGAFIRST for $10 off your first class. Pre-registration required, $20. Wild Ginger Apothecary, 6557 Superior Ave., Sarasota, 941-312-5630, WildGingerApothecary.com.
Free Kombucha Tasting at Flobucha - 5-6pm. Join us for a free Kombucha tasting at Flobucha Sarasota’s first Kombucha Bar in Gulf Gate. Enjoy a free test flight of our 6 delicious locally made Kombuchas and do something good for your health at the same time. Kombucha is known for its high nutritional value and support for healthy gut bacteria. Bring your friends and come hang out and have a good time. Flobucha, 2725 Mall Drive, Sarasota, Info@Flobucha.com, follow us on social media: Instagram.com/Flobucha and on Facebook: Flobucha.
Unity of Sarasota - A Course In Miracles - 6-7:30pm. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota 941955-3301, UnityofSarasota.org.
Murder Mystery Trolley Tour: Who Killed the Circus Queen? - 7:30pm. Step right up to solve the murder of Dahlia, Queen of the High Trapeze in this 90-minute interactive Murder Mystery Musical tour where you are a part of the show! Tours depart from the Discover Sarasota Tours Trolley Cottage Gift Shop, 1826 4th Street, Sarasota, 941-260-9818, DiscoverSarasotaTours.com.
Friday
Cosmic Center Rev. Ildigo Varga, Resident Spiritual Guardian - Rev. Varga removes all nefarious energies. She has extensive knowledge of metaphysical and of spiritual self-defense against nefarious energies. She has been training ongoing with the Devine Angelic realms of light of the highest order to the present day. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows, Bldg G-2, Sarasota, 941-3719333, CCOSL.com, Facebook and Instagram.
Colleen Cassidy Art Class - Call Colleen for placement info, at 941-320-0552. Unit of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota, 941-955-3301, UnityofSarasota.org.
Ethiopian Food Pop-Up at Flobucha - 5-8pm, 2nd & 4th Fri. Join us for another fun night of Ethiopian food, seasonal flavors and live music. A fabulous array of Ethiopian dishes that start at $6. You can enjoy all 6 of the menu items for $37 and it’s great to share while enjoying our refreshing Kombucha in a variety of flavors. We have six standard flavors, two seasonal flavors as well as our non-alcoholic wine alternatives Cab, Rose and Blanc. We now offer a 6 flight Kombucha sampler for $12.95 if you want to try them all. Then you can order your favorite by the glass and take a bottle or growler home with you. For those who are musically inclined and would like to contribute to the live music, you are welcome to use our stage at the Flobucha taproom that includes a microphone, guitar and piano. Flobucha, 2725 Mall Drive, Sarasota, Info@Flobucha. com, follow us on social media: Instagram.com/ Flobucha and on Facebook: Flobucha.
Unity of Sarasota– Friday Night Spirit Express7pm, 1st Friday – Kirtan; 2nd Friday (6pm) – Movies. Unity of Sarasota, 3023 Proctor Rd., 941-955-3301. UnityofSarasota.org.
Saturday
Guided Meditation - 10:30-11:45am for a guided meditation. When you learn how to find inner peace and joy among chaos, you can tap into it anytime, anywhere. Blue Lotus Buddhist Meditation Center is a space to learn how to calm your mind, cultivate peace and joy, and live in the present moment. Private meetings, corporate training, blessings, weddings, memorials and other ceremonies are available with our monks. These in-person events take place at the Sanctuary of Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Venice, 1971 Pinebrook Road, Venice. A Zoom link is available on the website BLBMC.org. Contact Info@BLBMC.org. for more information.
Psychic Saturday - 11:30am-2pm, 1st Sat only. In Davis Hall of Sarasota Center of Light. There is a 15-minute reading for $20 and in Flexer Healing Chapel there is healing with a $5 love donation. All are welcome! Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave. 941-953-6620, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.
Youth Yogi’s Chakra Camp (Free) - 11:30am12:30pm through Aug. 3rd. In this holistic camp, we will explore different energy centers of the body known as chakras each week. We will learn about healthy foods, crystals and essential oils, sound and vibration frequency, mindfulness and movement. Camp includes free snacks and drinks. Free event. Space is limited. Please pre-register for Camp on Vagaro or by phone. Palm Studio and Boutique, 441 W. Dearborn St., Englewood, 941208-5568, PalmStudioEnglewood.com.
Palm Studio Englewood Youth Yoga -Free! - 11:3012:30pm. Come join Grace in a free yoga class for kids. Palm Studio and Boutique, 441 W. Dearborn St., Englewood, 941-208-5568, PalmStudioEnglewood.com.
Circus Secrets of Sarasota Trolley Tour - 1pm. Explore Sarasota’s circus history on this charming and entertaining tour with guide Bob Collins. $48.99 plus tax/handling fee. Tours depart from the Discover Sarasota Tours Trolley Cottage Gift Shop, 1826 4th Street, Sarasota, 941-2609818, DiscoverSarasotaTours.com.
Murder Mystery Trolley Tour: Who Killed the Circus Queen? - 7:30pm. Step right up to solve the murder of Dahlia, Queen of the High Trapeze in this 90-minute interactive Murder Mystery Musical tour where you are a part of the show. $52.99 plus tax/handling fee. Tours depart from the Discover Sarasota Tours Trolley Cottage Gift Shop, 1826 4th Street, Sarasota, 941-260-9818, DiscoverSarasotaTours.com.
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The Integrated Path to Health and Wellness for the whole family utilizing Traditional Chinese Medicine,Acupuncture, Energetic Medicine, Bloodwork Analysis,Clinical Nutrition Assessments and ZYTO Elite to restore balance. Over 30 years of clinical experience!
DR DEBORAH SCANDIN AP RRT
Acupuncture Physician
Respiratory Therapist
Located at Dr. Luo’s Oriental Medicine 3292 Fruitville Rd., STE 104, Sarasota 941-955-8882
DrLuoAcupuncture.com
Dr Scandin has over 25 years combined experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Respiratory Therapy and Neuromuscular Massage. She treats : flu & colds, sore throat, asthma, headaches, sinusitis, sport injuries, trauma and total wellness .
SARASOTA CENTER FOR ACUPUNCTURE AND NUTRITION
Dr. Christina Captain, DAOM Nationally Board Certified Dipl.Ac Complimentary Meet & Greet The Medical Complex 2650 Bahia Vista Street, Suite 101, Sarasota, 941-951-1119 • ScanSRQ.com
Sarasota Center For Acupuncture and Nutrition is an integrated wellness practice addressing all health issues.We will find the key to unlock your highest level of health and wellness. Complimentary meet & greet.
Unique muscle-tightening acupuncture facelift and necklift done with 12 hair-thin needles, none of which are on the face. Results documented photographically. Only one maintenance treatment needed every 18 months. Free consultation includes facial analysis. Monthly seminars, call for schedule.
Apothecary
WILD GINGER APOTHECARY
6557 Superior Avenue (Gulf Gate Shopping Village), Sarasota 941-312-5630
WildGingerApothecary.com
Community for health + wellness. Offering hemp CBD, health remedies, metaphysical gifts and tools, crystals, cards, essential oils, jewelry and more! Classes and drop-in tarot and psychic readers daily. Mon-Sat 10-5pm.
FB: Natural Apothecary Shoppe Organic skincare, (made on the premises), natural cosmetic kits by 2 time Emmy Award Winning Makeup Artist Laurie Lombardi. Professional supplements, enzymes, vitamins, CBD, homeopathy, herbal consultant by our Holistic Pharmacist.
Bookstore/Gifts
ELYSIAN FIELDS GIFTS & BOOKS FOR CONSCIOUS LIVING
Jewelry/Workshops/Readings/Spiritual Items 2 locations: 1273 S. Tamiami Trail
Midtown Plaza, Sarasota 941-361-3006
8207 Cooper Creek Blvd
The Shoppes at UTC University Park, Sarasota 941-893-5787
ElysianFieldsGifts.com
Info@ElysianFieldsOnline.com
Elysian Fields, a Sarasota shopping destination for over 32 years, offers hand-selected books, gifts, greeting cards, jewelry, spiritual items and more! Coming to Elysian Fields is an opportunity to explore your senses, embrace the serene and delve into self-discovery. They offer daily intuitive readings, workshops, house clearings, private events, parties, and more.
Chiropractors
GENTLEBAY SARASOTA CHIROPRACTIC
Residual Strain Therapy
Eric Winder DC
Offices in Sarasota and Venice, FL 941-957-8390 • Eric.Winder.dc@gmail.com Professional care with a personal focus. Feel better through proper alignment, and get back to work and play! See our website for more information.
S.M.I.L.E. -- Spiritual Miracles Intentional Living Education Smile4Love.com
MichelleMarieAngel.com
VisionarySolutions4Smile.org
Specialized Readings-Zoom or local. God’s Gifts, Angel Reading, Tarot, or Variety. 30min/$40, 60 min/$100, or 90 min/$140. Triple Crown with Energy Healing, $150. MichelleMarieangel.com. For 3 books that will change your life, events, audio books, messages, visit Smile4Love.com. Books at Amazon. Live Love, Forever Free, & It IS A New World After All will help you attain higher consciousness, replace old programming, and give you tools for empowerment and self-development. Podcasts: Rumble “SmileSoulPower” or YouTube SMILE Soul Power. Classes: VisionarySolutions4Smile.org Text Michelle at 541-261-4483 or email Michelle@Smile4Love.com.
Feldenkrais Method®
THE FELDENKRAIS METHOD®
Lessons for Children (ABM), Adults, Classes, Prof Seminars
Bonnie Kissam, M.A., Feldenkrais® Practitioner, LMT, CE Provider 941-360-2248
The Feldenkrais® Approach , ‘Movement with Attention’, helps one ‘sense easier, improved posture and ways of moving. Clients optimize their musical, athletic or everyday activities through heightened ‘awareness’. They find unique ways to recover from injury, surgeries or illness. Call for appointments, classes or for weekend TOUCH TO INFORM seminars 941360-2248, Bonnie@FeldenkraisInSarasota.com.
Functional & Lifestyle Wellness
KORMAN RELIEF & WELLNESS CENTER
Laura Korman, DC, DACBN Chiropractor, Diplomate in Nutrition 16954 Toledo Blade Blvd, Port Charlotte 941-629-6700 • DrLauraKorman.com
Dr. Korman specializes in helping peri-menopausal women eliminate pain, fatigue and unwanted belly fat through functional medicine, lifestyle strategies and regenerative therapies so they can reclaim their vitality and stay engaged in the life they love. We offer PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy), Class IV Deep Tissue Laser, Near & Far Infrared Sauna, Decompression Therapies, Whole Body Vibration and carry a professional line of supplementation.
TURNING TIDES WITH DR. HUTCH
Dr. Debbie Hutchinson DCN, CNS, LDN, IFMCP-c, CHHC 6672 Cortez Rd. W., Bradenton 941-280-4673 • Info@TurningTides.us TurningTidesWithDrHutch.com
Turning Tides with Dr. Hutch is a Whole-Body Healing Sanctuary here to help you identify underlying causes of chronic health problems through the view of a Functional Medicine lens. When you’ve tried all the conventional methods and aren’t getting answers, we dig deeper to identify the root-cause. Our goal is to lead you on a journey to a healthier you with compassion and proficiency. We offer personalized, targeted services and a host of inhouse modalities to aid you on your way. Functional Medicine health programs, Salt Therapy, Infrared Sauna, BioCharger, IonCleanse Foot Detox, BrainTap, Bemer, Cold Plunge, Meal Plans, and many special events such as Sound therapy in the Salt Room, Thermography, and live Master Classes on various health topics. Call or visit us today to set up your session! You can find us on social too! FB: @TurningTidesWithDrHutch IG: TurningTides_DrHutch.
Jewelry/Gifts
LOWERCASEGIRL
Cara Nadolny Parrish
Etsy.com/Shop/LowerCaseGirlShop
Instagram: LowerCaseGirl
Cara, local artist from Bradenton and owner of Lowercasegirl, designs wearable art and holistic jewelry/gifts with meaning. Throughout her many years of working with gemstones and learning of their healing properties/energies, Cara has created conversation pieces that will bring joy to you and your loved ones for many years to come. Creating one of a kind enchantments one bauble and frippery at a time for over thirty years. Each package is hand wrapped in handmade papers from around the world and wax sealed with an information card. Visit us on Etsy or Instagram.
Mediumship & Spiritual Readings
INTERNATIONAL MEDIUM, INTUITIVE, MASTER HEALER & SPIRITUAL
COACH
Caroline Crawford
Receive Messages from the spirit world with clarity and compassion. 941-402- 9595 • Carolinecrawford.org
CarolineCrawfordorg@gmail.com
Highly gifted British Medium and Master Healer, with four decades experience, Caroline channels messages of healing to comfort, inspire and empower you from your loved ones and her team of Angelic Beings. Receive guidance & insight into your life now and your future career, relationships, health and spiritual path. Spiritual coaching and guidance sessions are also available to transform and empower you. Caroline is currently based in Sarasota. By appointment only, in person, by phone or zoom.
REV. NANCY LEE
Rev. Nancy Lee
941-313-0418 call/text
RevNancyLee52@gmail.com
RevNancyLee.com
Rev Nancy Lee is a certified medium and internationally certified Pranic Healer. She has been offering her services to the public of mediumship, intuitive readings, spiritual counseling and healing since the 80’s. During the sessions, departed love ones, guides, teachers and guardian angels come through and give life changing messages and energy healing.
Natural Food
CAFE EVERGREEN
801 S Tamiami Trail, Nokomis, FL 941-412-4334 • CafeEvergreen.net
Cafe Evergreen is a natural, organic restaurant. Our menu consists of many organic recipes designed to not only taste delicious, but also enhance your health. Open Monday-Saturday, closed on Sundays.
Organic Salon
HAIR & EARTH ORGANIC SALON
200 Central Ave, Suite 18, Sarasota 941-284-9563
HairandEarth.GlossGenius.com
Erinn offers Sarasota excellence in conscious haircare. Cuts, color, highlights, smoothing treatments and more. Metaphysical gifts too! Kevin Murphy color line as well as retail products available. Comfortable, private space for calm, creative collaboration. Call or text Erinn Earth for an appointment or consultation. Or schedule online at: HairandEarth.GlossGenius.com.
Medical Breakthrough Technology! Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Specialist, Dr.David Cifra,DC. Advanced procedure for patients who have back and neck pain and want to avoid narcotics, epidural injections, and unnecessary surgeries. Over 90% effective. No pain, No drugs, No surgery, NO Injections. Call today 941-3582224. FREE CONSULTATION.
Past Life Regression
LEVEL 3 QHHT PAST LIFE REGRESSIONIST, INTUITIVE CHANNEL & MEDIUM
AnneMarie Martins
617-240-1494 • AnneMarieMartinsQHHT.com
In person in Sarasota
QHHT is a technique to bring you down into the deepest state of regression where we can access past lives, and get answers from your Higher Self to your questions, as well as information from your subconscious on healing stuck traumas and emotions in the body that may have created dis-ease. AnneMarie is a certified Level 3 practitioner as well as certified spiritual energy healer with Master level certification in Intuition Medicine. She is also an intuitive Channel/ Medium offering Readings.
Offering full lines of veterinary diets, raw and frozen diets, dog, cat and bird supplies. Huge selection of toys, treats, flea and tick products, collars and more. Certified veterinary nutritional consultant on staff. We ship and pets always welcome!
Gain life changing insight from the Spiritual Hierarchy, as they touch on your past lives, present mission and purpose, and future opportunities. Learn how to increase your Chakras and Auric field. Checkout the Star People Characteristics on website.Appointments In-person or phone.
Reiki Certifications
WILD GINGER APOTHECARY
6557 Superior Avenue Gulf Gate Shopping Village, Sarasota 941-312-5630 • WildGingerApothecary.com
Level 1, 2 and 3 Reiki Healing Certifications held monthly at Wild Ginger Apothecary with instructors Paula and Jean-Luc Casano of The Remedy Room. Visit WildGingerApothecary.com for more information or to schedule your training! Private classes are also available for small groups of 4 or more. Mon-Sat 10-5pm.
Shamanic Practices
SPIRITUAL COUNSELOR, SHAMANIC AND REIKI PRACTICES
Rev. Zan Benham, BSL, BD, CHT 941-922-7839
Spiritual counselor, shamanic practitioner, Reiki healing, breath, and energy work, hypnosis, soul retrieval, past life regression all to empower and help you move into the Divine flow of the joy and power within you.
Spiritual Centers
COSMIC CENTER OF SPIRITUAL LIGHT
Embracing the New Paradigms of our Awak-ening Consciousness
A place of Light and Uncondition-al Love bringing together awak-ened and awakening minds and hearts for healing, enlightenment, support and joy!
SARASOTA CENTER OF LIGHT
852 S Tuttle Ave, Sarasota 941-953-6620 • SarasotaCenterOfLight.com
Experience the peaceful energy, love and light of our metaphysical spiritual community. Join us for the inspiration, healing and connection to Spirit in our services, classes and social gatherings.
Tai Chi Gung
TAI CHI GUNG SARASOTA
Certified Instructor for the Tibet Lamasery
Jill Morris 2010 Pine Terrace Suite B Sarasota 941-321-7197
DoctorJillMorris.com
Tai Chi Gung is a regenerative system of health and longevity developed by Lao Tzu 3300 years ago. It combines movement, breathing, and the mind to increase the vital energy, or life force of the body systems to cultivate more inner peace, improved balance, deeper sleep, mindfulness, and spiritual wisdom in your life to name a few. Sign up for classes at DoctorJillMorris.com
Thermography
FLORIDA MEDICAL THERMOGRAPHY
June Drennon, CCT 2008
JuneDrennon@TampaBayThermography.com 727-729-2711
FloridaMedicalThermography.com
JuneDrennon@FloridaMedicalThermography.com
Weddings
DIVINE CHAPEL OF LOVE
In the Picturesque Natural Beauty of The Meadows 5041 Ringwood Meadow, Sarasota DivineChapelofLove.com • 941-295-9333
The Divine Chapel of Love offers a place for weddings, renewal of vows and ceremonies for couples who wish to commemorate their special occasion in a beautiful surrounding to form lasting memories where Love is All That Matters.
Wellness Center
HOLISTIC HEALING & WELLNESS CENTER LONGBOAT KEY
Dr. Medge Jaspan, DHS
Tesla Biohealing, Pain Release, High Strength Life Force Energy, Sleep, Pain-Free, Advanced Emotional Release, Energy Healing, Spiritual Counseling, Mindfulness Classes, Positive Psychology Interventions
Mediterranean Plaza, 595 Bay Isles Rd. 120P, Longboat Key 941-299-9399
At our Tesla Biohealing Center, guests enjoy the super boost of high-strength Biophoton Life Force Energy. With the unique experience of Tesla Biophoton Generators, people stay relaxed and receive biophotons into every living cell of the body. People going through life challenges work with us to heal the root cause of their discomfort. Shift- Reset, Regenerate, and Rewrite Your Story with Dr. Medge Jaspan, DHS.
Yoga
WILD GINGER APOTHECARY
6557 Superior Avenue
Certified Clinical Thermographer 2008. Prevention is better than early detection. Knowledge is power: Know your risk factors to make corrections and avoid developing pathology. Call for location convenient for you.
(Gulf Gate Shopping Village), Sarasota 941-312-5630 • WildGingerApothecary.com Community for health + wellness. Offering hemp CBD, bulk herbs, remedies, sage, gifts, cards, metaphysical tools, essential oils, jewelry and more! Classes and drop-in psychic readers daily. Mon-Sat 10-5pm..
Therasage is the gold standard for energy healing, naturally healing infrared, negative ions and eliminating EMFs.
Therasage.com
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