January 2023 Natural Awakenings Sarasota

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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.

Call (941) 259-1891 today to schedule an appointment to see if you suffer from a neck misalignment that may be affecting your health.

“I have over 20 years of practice experience and taking care of 10,000 patients f rom Los Angeles to Sarasota Florida. I recovered f rom severe chronic health problems 30 years ago after being introduced to blair upper cervical technique. It’s my lasting purpose to help as many people as possible live a life of health and happiness”.

- Dr. Drew Hall

3920 Bee Ridge Rd, Bldg D, Sarasota, Fl 34233

& Whiplash (941) 259-1891 • sarasotauppercervical.com

THE C. G. JUNG SOCIET Y OF SARASOTA

imagine • create •

transform

INsight Lecture & Workshop Series

An engaging, easy-to-understand pathway into the world of Carl Jung’s psychological theories and a connection to a like-minded community focused on personal and collective transformation. Visit our website to learn more about our lectures, workshops, classes and film discussions ongoing January through April. The 2023 Zoom season events include: “The Synchronicity of the two Red Books: Jung, Tolkien and the Imaginal Realm”, “The Psychoid Imagination: Ecology, Artisitic Intuition and Enchantment”, “Emotions: The Al-Chemistry of Our Lives-Keepers of Time, Markers of Timelessness”, “Creativity Through Symbolic Expressions” plus a “Mytho-poetic Literature Series” and “Our Projected Selves: Depth Psychology in the Movies”

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letter from publisher

Can you believe another New Year has arrived? It feels as if 2022 just came and went in the blink of an eye. But now that 2023 is here, there is no better time to press the refresh button on our wellness. In fact, that’s exactly what this issue of Natural Awakenings is all about. In our first installment of 2023, we thought it would be helpful to roll back to the basics of health—for ourselves, for our communities and for this planet we call home. So join us as we welcome the New Year with a wellness reset. Let’s have a peek inside!

We’ll begin with a topic that receives a lot of attention this time of year—nutrition. According to a recent poll from the International Food Information Council, almost 45 percent of Americans base their New Year’s resolution around eating healthier. For many, that means limiting intake of refined sugars, animal products or articifical ingredients, but how can you do this without falling into a mindset of restriction of deprivation? This month’s “Conscious Eating” article can help you answer that question. The solution lies in consuming a colorful, flavorful rainbow of anti-inflammatory foods such as whole grains, lean fish, fruits, vegetables and nuts. The article also offers up a few delicious, nutritious recipes such as a curry chicken salad, an artichoke and spinach Greek omelet and a zucchini pasta with salmon.

If plant-based eating is more your speed, this month’s “Wise Words” article explores the benefits of making dairy and meat alternatives more accessible— both for health and ethical reasons. In this article, Dr. Milton Mills, a graduate of Stanford University’s School of Medicine, talks about the role of plant-based nutrition in empowering underserved communities. He explains how the elimination of dairy products can help equalize federal nutrition policies in the U.S. and create more racial equity in school lunch programs or other American foodways. He also touches on the moral implications of factory farming, as well as how a vegan diet can create a more positive, symbiotic relationship between humans, animals and the environment. Finally, he offers practical advice to sustain plant-based eating when meat or dairy cravings hit.

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While we’re on the subject of ethical practices, our “Green Living” article for this month is all about making sustainable fashion choices. If you have some leftover holiday cash to spend or your closet is in need of a 2023 refresh, consider making the switch from polyester fabric. This plastic-based textile is a common clothing material because it’s inexpensive to manufacture, but it’s made from petroleum which releases harmful greenhouse emissions into the atmosphere. A few alternative, more sustainable fabrics to look for include lyocell (made from wood cellulose), linen, hemp, organic or recycled cotton, plant-based leather, peace silk or responsibly harvested wool. Of course, the best solution is to reduce your consumption of new garments and continue to wear what you own, but if you do make some clothing purchases this season, donate your old clothes (instead of throwing them out) and shop for ethically-made materials. Purchasing clothes from thrift stores is another smart, eco-conscious option too.

Of course, we can’t talk about wellness in 2023 without touching on another common New Year’s resolution—exercise. If you want to commit to an active lifestyle, but can’t seem to find the motivation to stick with it long-term, an at-home personal trainer could be just what you need. In our “Fit Body” article for this month, we’ll discuss the benefits of an athome personal trainer to help you achieve those fitness goals. A personal trainer knows how to tailor workouts to your specific needs, objectives and experience level. Not to mention, you’ll be able to access all the accountability and expertise of a gym environment without any of the intimidation. If you’re not sure about the fee of hiring an in-home personal trainer, invite a few friends to split the cost with you and rotate the sessions at each other’s houses.

Well, friends—that about covers it for January. We are so thrilled that you are back for another insightful and inspirational year of Natural Awakenings content. Thank you for allowing us to continue being an active part of your own commitment to health and wellness—it’s an honor to partner with you in this beautiful journey. So cheers to the start of 2023!

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Grand Opening of Natural Women’s Health Institute at Cypress Pillar

Join us on January 7, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., to celebrate the grand opening of Natural Women’s Health Institute. We’ll have all kinds of special offerings to enjoy such as live music, demo sessions, food, a raffle and other fun surprises. Here’s a look at what we have in store for you at our grand opening celebration:

Free drop-in Tai chi session with Dr. Brian (10 a.m.) Kidney assessment, neuroemotional technique (NET) and chakra assessment mini demo sessions with Dr. Caroline Peterson (10 a.m. and noon)

Mini demo session with Biofield expert Jayme Westrom (10 a.m. and noon)

“Discover Your Uterus” interactive experience (11 a.m.) Live music with Elaine Silver (noon)

Mini Demo Sessions:

• Dr. Caroline Peterson Kidney assessment or Neuroemotional technique (NET) or Chakra assessment

• Jayme Westrom Biofield expert

Dr. Caroline Peterson is a chiropractic physician, retired midwife and retired researcher who focuses on the mind, body, spirit connection for holistic wellness. She practices natural medicine for fertility, menstrual issues, menopause, prolapse, incontinence, pelvic pain, surgical recovery, and vascular and lymphatic issues.

She also incorporates the following modalities into her treatments: visceral and vascular manipulation, lymphatic drainage, craniosacral therapy, chiropractic, functional medicine, energy medicine and neuroemotional technique (NET). She offers in-person care, in-person and online classes, and retreats.

Location: 1940 Northgate Blvd., #B2, Sarasota. For more information, call 941-726-5679 or visit NaturalWomensHealthInstitute.com.

Southwest Medical Thermal Imaging & Ultrasound Announces Open House

Announcing the Sun Health Expo in 2023

SunHealth Expo, the first ever Health Expo in Clearwater, Florida, will take place on February 4, 2023, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This event will focus on all aspects of health and wellness with vendors and guest speakers from Poland.

Increase your awareness of natural cures and explore new therapy techniques at this oneof-a-kind health and wellness experience. The Sun Health Expo is sponsored by Visanto US, Infozdrowie and Healy. This event is free and open to the public.

Location: The Karol Hotel, 2675 Ulmerton Rd., Clearwater. For more information, visit SloneczneTargiZdrowia.com.

Flobucha, Sarasota’s First

Kombucha

Bar, Just opened in Gulf Gate

Flobucha

is a small Kombucha brewery and taproom that produces and serves premium raw kombucha, fermented to perfection.

Flobucha comes in six unique flavors that have been meticulously balanced over many months. It’s brewed with all-natural, organic ingredients, which are raw, unfiltered and never pasteurized. Introducing kombucha into your diet can enhance your overall health.

However, it’s crucial that kombucha is made properly. Home brewed kombucha is traditionally raw and unfiltered, but can have adverse health effects caused by contamination or over-fermentation. Store-bought kombucha can also have its downsides as it’s often under-fermented, contains sugar additives, or could be artificially enhanced in ways that harm the living nutrients and probiotics in the brew.

ANew

Year equals new resolutions, so commit to your health and wellness in 2023. Come meet the team at Southwest Medical Thermal Imaging & Ultrasound and Restorative Medical Center on January 18, 6–7:30 p.m.

Anyone who is interested in a proactive and preventative approach to healthcare can benefit from medical thermography and ultrasound technologies. Plus, all of our scans are risk-, radiationand pain-fee. This open house is free-of-charge, so please join us to learn about the use of thermography and ultrasound in early illness detection and prevention.

Location: 706 The Rialto, Venice (look for the building with a blue roof). For more information, call 239-949-2011, email Taryn@ThermaClinic.com or visit ThermaClinic.com.

Flobucha combines the best of both worlds without the shortcomings. It is produced in a highly quality-controlled environment, but still uses traditional brewing methods to maintain the natural nutritious value and health benefits—and it just tastes so delicious.

“Our taproom is also a super fun hangout place,” says founder Florian Trinkwalder. As a sober venue, the Flobucha taproom is ideal for people who want to meet for a drink with their friends or socialize in a safe, non-toxic environment. There are also fun events like food pop-ups, open mics, live music and much more. Come experience it yourself. We are open Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, 3–6 p.m. We also deliver, and can be found at many local restaurants and businesses.

Location: 2725 Mall Dr., Sarasota. For more information, email Info@Flobucha.com. Follow us on social media at Instagram.com/ Flobucha or Facebook.com/Flobucha.

The Spirit Fest Comes to Southwest Florida

The Spirit Fest: Holistic, Metaphysical and Wellness Expo will be held on January 21, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and January 22, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., at the St. Petersburg Coliseum. There will be 80 booths with vendors, practitioners, readers, artists, authors and demonstrations.

“We’re excited to be coming to St. Petersburg,” says producer Mary Ellen Popyk. “Our events have become very popular around Florida. Not only do we have outstanding vendors and leaders in wellness fields, but people love making connections at the events. Enjoy an uplifting day listening to inspirational speakers and consulting with experts.”

Special guests are scheduled on both days to speak on a variety of topics, and access to all these talks will be included in the cost of daily admission. There will also be sound therapy, massage and foot reflexology, an animal communicator, and face painting for both kids and adults. Some vendors speak Spanish as well.

The entrance fee is $12 per day or $18 for the weekend. Ages 12 and under attend free. Food will be available onsite, and free parking will be offered too.

Location: 525 4th Ave. N, St. Petersburg. For more information, visit SpiritFestUSA.com or call 321-313-2543.

Meet Laurie Lombardi, LL, CNN: Beauty Guru from the Inside Out

Laurie Lombardi, CDN, is a leading expert on makeup artistry, nutrition, and organic and natural skincare. She began her career at NBC Studios in New York City, working as a makeup artist on Saturday Night Live and Inside the Actors Studio, as well as various films.

She received two Emmy Awards for “Outstanding Achievement in Makeup” for The David Letterman Show in 2000 and 2001. In 1999, Lombardi applied her science degree to formulate skincare lines for prominent Park Avenue Plastic Surgeons in NYC.

She developed a signature natural cosmetic line that sold all over New York, including at Henri Bendels. In 2010, Lombardi also developed an organic handcrafted skincare line for The Natural Pharmacy in New Jersey.

She recently opened The Natural Apothecary Shoppe in Sarasota, where she compounds her natural and organic skincare on the premises. The Shoppe offers a plethora of self-care and wellness products. Stop by for free samples, as well as to meet Laurie and receive a consultation. When you do, you will receive 15% off your entire store purchase, which includes both supplements and skincare.

Location: 6608 Gateway Ave., Sarasota. For more information, call 941-554-8623, visit TheNaturalApothecaryShoppe.com or follow on Facebook at Natural Apothecary Shoppe.

Professional Supplement Center: Stress, Anxiety and Their Toll on Your Health

Everyone

has experienced stress and anxiety at some point in life. Not only do these emotions cause a mental response—but a physical one as well. Experiencing some level of stress or anxiety is normal, but an excess of these feelings can have a severe impact on your health. Stress and anxiety can influence all aspects of daily life including emotions, behaviors, sleep habits and even the ability to think.

Chronic exposure to stress can cause longterm damage to the body. Some known effects have been linked to a weakened immune system, weight gain, heart disease and other issues. Professional Supplement Center offers a variety of both vitamins and supplements designed to support a healthy response to stress or anxiety and improve your sleep.

Adaptogens such as Ashwagandha, Ginseng, Holy Basil and Rhodiola are herbs that can help to restore balance and long-term wellness. A deficiency in B vitamins or minerals can also contribute to—or be a result of—stress, thus affecting the quality of sleep. A neurotransmitter or hormone imbalance can also significantly impact wellness.

With a variety of professional brands such as Pure Encapsulations, Orthro Molecular, Integrative Therapeutics, Douglas Labs and Klaire Labs, there are many supplements to choose from. Neuroscience GABA Trex is specifically designed for anytime support. It contains L-Theanine, an amino acid that can reduce stress and anxiety. The experts at Professional Supplement Center will help guide you with educated choices on supplementation.

Location: 5525 Palmer Crossing Cir., Sarasota. For more information, call 941-487-5990 or visit ProfessionalSupplementCenter.com.

Bring Your Full Self to the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Charlotte County

The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Charlotte County is a group who share a respect for the interdependent web of all existence. This recognizes a spiritual value, but also a recognition that actions are required to develop an understanding of both ourselves and our environment—both are necessary to maintain this delicate web.

We recognize that each individual’s actions are connected to the greater world, and that each person matters. As evidence of this commitment, we are recognized as a Green Sanctuary, a designation from the Unitarian Universalist Association, which recognizes our commitment to environmental justice by aligning our values with our actions. We live this commitment through spiritual connection, education, sustainable living and social justice.

We hold a vision of the world as a place in which reverence, gratitude and care for each other, as well for our Earth, are central to our lives and the lives of others. This vision grounds us in understanding that climate justice is a moral imperative.

Given that imperative, each person must care for themselves. Eating healthy leads to a healthy planet. Food justice ensures that all people have access to nutritious food, and those who work for the food industry are not exploited—that they are able to earn a living wage, and that food is grown and sourced in ethical ways.

Bring your whole self—your full identity, your questioning mind and your expansive heart—to our Sunday morning worship services, 10:30 a.m.

Location: 1532 Forrest Nelson Rd., Port Charlotte. For more information, visit UUFCC.org.

Dr. Anna Can Make You Look Like Your Snapchat

Dr. Anna Baker, DOM, invites you to join her interactive anti-aging seminars via Zoom on January 18 and January 27, both at 1:30 p.m. She will showcase her Faces by Dr. Anna acupuncture facelift and muscle retightening Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna, both of which can make you look like your Snapchat filter pictures. Please contact the Pearl Cream by Dr. Anna store to access the meeting ID number.

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 a one-treatment touchup is required to maintain the lift. COVID-19 safety protocols include treatment rooms with special air filtration systems that pull patients’ breath droplets out the window.

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. Store hours: Monday–Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. To access the meeting ID, call 941-921-2662. For more information, visit FacesByDrAnna.com and PearlCreamByDrAnna.com.

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HOW TO BE A FLU FIGHTER IN 2023:

Q&A WITH DR. CHRISTINA CAPTAIN

by Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer

Along with the start of a new year comes the peak of another flu season—and if projections are accurate, these next few months will be hard on our immune systems. And that’s on top of continual COVID effects, including a possibility of new variants.

Researchers from the COVID-19 Scenario Modeling Hub estimate there could be as many as 50,000 hospitalizations in 2023 as we confront a period rife with viral strains. So do we even stand a chance of braving this year’s flu season with our health intact?

Dr. Christina Captain has that covered. As a licensed Acupuncture Physician and Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Dr. Captain has a few holistic wellness hacks to treat flu symptoms, as well as long-haul COVID and post-viral fatigue. On that note, it’s my honor to turn this year’s first Community Spotlight article over to her.

Natural Awakenings: Given recent projections that this flu season will be particularly severe, what are some preventive measures you recommend to boost immune function?

Dr. Christina Captain: To prevent the spread of illness, the most important action you can take is washing your hands. We have known this for a long time—way before the pandemic even began. I will list some other effective tips for a healthy cold and flu season below:

• Prioritize adequate, optimal sleep. Adequate refers the number of hours you need to sleep, and optimal refers to overall quality of sleep without the influence of medication. Reliance on a sleeping pill does not equate to optimal, restful sleep.

• Drink enough water and consume nutritious food. Eating an unhealthy diet is one of the worst choices you can make when trying to boost immune function.

• Moderate your alcohol intake. In excessive amounts, alcohol will cause dehydration and sugar imbalances, which makes it harder for you to combat germs.

• Supplement with essential nutrients. Some of the key immune-boosting nutrients to focus on include Vitamins C, D, B complex and zinc, to name just a few.

NA: What are the symptoms of long-COVID or post-viral fatigue that you tend to see in your practice, and which modalities do you use to effectively treat these conditions?

Dr. Captain: The COVID-19 virus can attack any area of the human body. In my experience with the treatment of long-haul

COVID these past few years, I’ve come to understand that the weakest area of a person’s body is the area most affected by COVID-19 (including all its variants). For example, if someone is on the verge of a particular diagnosis, but then is infected with COVID, the virus seems to push that other diagnosis or symptom to the forefront.

The most common symptom of long-haul COVID is serious, persistent fatigue. This often co-occurs with brain fog, loss of taste and smell, strange sensations in the extremities, and respiratory issues like cough or congestion. Gastrointestinal or cardiovascular issues can develop as well, such as digestive abnormalities, bowel disturbances, and irregular heart rate/rhythm or blood pressure fluctuations. Even memory or cognitive issues can arise after a viral process.

To treat long-haul COVID or any other post-viral fatigue syndrome, acupuncture is my first line of defense. Acupuncture has a unique ability to be adaptive—rather than just administering treatment to the body, acupuncture provides actual energy for the body to use. This, in turn, helps the body recover faster by initiating an internal restorative process.

NA: How does acupuncture work as a method to treat viral symptoms, and is it helpful to use acupuncture in conjunction with other traditional cold or flu treatment modalities?

Dr. Captain: Acupuncture is like a supercharger for the immune system. It increases the organic compound ATP at the cellular level to stimulate energy production. In combination with ultra-high dilution and botanical/herbal antivirals, you can use acupuncture to beat a viral illness before it travels too deep into the body and pulls you down for weeks, if not months.

NA: If someone has never tried acupuncture before, what advice would you share with them on how to choose the right physician and course of treatment during this flu season?

Dr. Captain: When choosing an Acupuncture Physician, first look for education and experience, then make sure they are a diplomate via certification by the national board NCCAOM. They also must be licensed by the state of Florida.

Believe it or not, with all the recent migration down to Florida, many acupuncturists from other states are practicing here without licensure, mostly from their homes. I think it’s best to look for a professional setting to make sure that you are in safe, credible hands.

Dr. Christina Captain, DAOM, MSAOM, MSHN, MA, AP, is the owner and lead practitioner of Sarasota Center for Acupuncture and Nutrition. Her practice is located at 2650 Bahia Vista Street, Suite 101, Sarasota. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call 941-951-1119 or visit SarasotaCenterForAcupunctureAndNutrition.com.

Mary-Elizabeth Schurrer is the Managing Editor of Natural Awakenings Sarasota–Manatee. She also works as a freelance writer, blogger and social media marketer. Her personal blog HealthBeAHippie. Wordpress.com features tips for embracing an active, nutritious, balanced and empowered lifestyle.

IN 2023, YOUR MIND IS YOUR BEST MEDICINE

by Fred Harvey

Do you want to revolutionize your health and wellness in 2023? The functional medicine tree of life is here to guide you each step of the way! Imagine the human body as a tree—the roots represent the foundation of your health and wellness. You can cultivate a strong and vibrant tree that supports your wellness by nourishing these roots with essential elements like quality sleep, relaxation, exercise, nutrition, hydration and positive relationships.

But it’s not just about physical nourishment. Your mental, emotional and spiritual health also play a crucial role in the tree’s health. Recent research shows that your consciousness can directly impact how your genes interact with the environment, influencing the expression of certain traits and characteristics.

This study examined the effects of mindfulness meditation on gene expression in experienced meditators and a control group of individuals without meditation. The study found that mindfulness meditation helped to reduce the expression of Histone Deacetylase

(HDAC) genes and pro-inflammatory genes, as well as altered histone modification, in the meditators compared to the control group.

These changes were accompanied by improved performance on a stress test and self-report measures of well-being. The research indicates that mindfulness meditation could benefit gene expression and stress-related outcomes. So as you set health and wellness goals for the New Year, remember to prioritize self-care and nourishment from the inside out.

Write down your goals and visualize yourself already achieving them. Feel the excitement and gratitude of accomplishment. When you hit a rough patch, turn to your list and remember that feeling of accomplishment to keep you motivated and moving forward. You have the power to transform your health and wellness journey, so make this year the one where you thrive and reach your full potential!

Experience the life-changing difference that functional medicine can create in your life by discovering the root cause of your health issues. Call Dr. Harvey’s office, Functional Medicine Florida (formerly known as The Harvey Center), at 941-929-9355. Dr. Fred Harvey is the Medical Director of Functional Medicine Florida. He is quadruple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, Functional Medicine and Holistic-Integrative Medicine, specializing in chronic illness recovery and prevention, as well as defiant aging. For more information, visit FunctionalMedicineFlorida.com.

Fascia and Coordination

by Eric Winder, DC

Most of us take physical coordination for granted. We don’t usually give much thought to the ability to move our bodies through space, to eat with a spoon or to swing a golf club. However, coordination is one of the key linchpins to health and quality of life.

Even if you are not a ballerina or a star athlete, you still are highly coordinated as a human. Just the basic actions of rising out of bed, walking down the street or brushing your teeth require an amazing level of coordinated contraction, tension and relaxation of the muscles that move your bones and joints.

This muscle orchestration isn’t just about movement from point A to point B. The muscles also need to maintain correct joint alignment and stability as you move to protect against injury. Even the simplest movements require finelytuned control, but what happens when there is a problem in this control system?

Wrench in the Works

Even a small glitch with stability or alignment can result

in pain or injury. One important source of problems can be found in a key element of coordination––the tissue called fascia. Inside this fibrous connective tissue are millions of nerve endings for position sense. This position-sense information comes from fascia in the muscles, bones, joints and other bodily tissues.

If the information coming from fascia is confused, painful issues can result. This confusion can be caused by restriction or distortion in the fascia, creating a “wrench in the works.” Let’s look at the case of one of my patients as an example of this altered coordination. I recently treated an active, athletic young lady (I will refer to her as Mary) for shoulder pain. More than two years prior, Mary had torn her rotator cuff, but it healed and was pain-free until about one month before she came into my office. The pain started when she began a new intensive exercise program that required a lot of shoulder strength.

An exam showed restrictions in Mary’s fascia at three points around her shoulder joint, as well as the muscles between her shoulder blade and spine. She showed weakness in two important stabilizing muscles of the shoulder, which meant her shoulder joint was not always stable when strength was required. Fortunately, these muscles became strong immediately after treatment to release the fascia restrictions with gentle hands-on therapy. As a result, reaching above her head or behind her back became much easier and less painful. Ultimately, with further treatment, Mary became painfree.

Our Structural Fabric Fascia can be thought of as a fabric to cover and connect all tissues. As it provides constant feedback to the nervous system about the position and motion of all of the parts of the body, fascia makes coordinated movement possible. But if there is restriction and distortion in this “structural fabric,” problems in coordination can result.

If position-sense feedback is distorted or confused, joint alignment and stability could suffer, resulting in shoulder pain, knee arthritis, hip bursitis or many other issues. Restoring pliability and tension to restricted fascia can restore the fine coordination that makes joint alignment and stability possible. Fascial release therapies can help all kinds of pain in the body with the use of gentle hands-on treatment.

Dr. Eric Winder has been practicing chiropractic for 25 years. His practice emphasizes relieving pain and restoring alignment and motion with gentle fascia release therapies. For more information, call 941-957-8390 or visit Gentlebay.com.

MENIERE’S DISEASE:

HOW THIS CONDITION COULD BE CONNECTED TO A PREVIOUS NECK INJURY

How does a structural misalignment in the neck relate to Meniere’s Disease symptoms?

atlas-axis level. This imbalance can lead to clicking, popping and pain in or around the TM joint.

Meniere’s Disease and the Neck: What is the Connection?

We Put Your Head on Straight

Vertigo

by Dr. Drew Hall

The upper cervical spine is the most complex structural and functional area of the body. The brainstem, located inside of the top two bones of the neck, controls most functions that we do not consciously regulate such as our balance, digestion, muscle tone, blood pressure, and heart and lung function, just to name a few.

Structural misalignment irritates the brainstem and vestibular nucleus, causing the balance centers of the body to malfunction. Injury to alignment in the neck joints disrupts information being transmitted to the balance centers. Therefore, many who suffer with vertigo find that certain head movements trigger their vertigo symptoms. This results from deficient information inputting into the cord from a neck joint that is not moving properly.

We have examined all the effects of Meniere’s Disease, so now let’s talk about solutions. Blair Upper Cervical chiropractors are specially trained to determine if you have an upper cervical spine misalignment that could decrease the nervous system’s abilities to monitor and control normal functions in the body.

(So You Can Achieve Optimal Health, Naturally)

If the first two bones in your neck are misaligned, communication between the brain and body is interrupted and can cause numerous health problems.

Injuries such as car accidents, slip and falls, sports injuries and other blunt-type trauma can cause the upper neck vertebrae to misalign off the joints on the floor of the skull. This structural misalignment can lead to a cascade of effects in the body due to the brainstem and central nervous system being compromised.

Eustachian Tube Dysfunction

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.

Muscles lining the Eustachian tube lose their normal tone due to nervous system and brainstem irritation, which causes the Eustachian tube to close and feel clogged.

We have helped people with the following conditions:

•Auto Accidents

•Fibromyalgia

•Lower Back Pain

When a patient enters a Blair Upper Cervical doctor’s office, a detailed explanation will be given to communicate the goals for treatment (i.e. to correct the spinal misalignment and monitor over time). A medical history will then be taken, and a battery of tests will be run to determine if and where a spinal misalignment is present.

•Meniere’s Disease

If you are suffering from Meniere’s disease, or any other chronic condition, continue reading to discover how this health issue and others can be caused by an upper cervical spine misalignment due to a prior trauma. Several researchers have shown that, when the neck misaligns, it interferes with the vestibular center in the brainstem that controls balance.

Tinnitus

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.

Call (941) 259-1891 today to schedule an appointment to see if you suffer from a neck misalignment that may be affecting your health.

•Neck Pain

Studies indicate that some tinnitus is the result of a small muscle in the inner ear called the stapedius muscle being in spasm. When this muscle is tight, it can cause the sensation of a ring, which we call tinnitus. The stapedius muscles tone is regulated by the brainstem and, therefore, can be affected by upper neck

•Sciatica

•Post-Concussion Syndrome

•TMJ

•Trigeminal Neuralgia

•Vertigo & Whiplash

If the patient tests positive for upper cervical spine misalignment, a precision cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) scan will be taken to determine the exact direction of spinal misalignment. This information tells the doctor to how to deliver a precise force in order to realign the misaligned segment.

of Vertebral Subluxation Research a 90 percent improvement in 300 Meniere’s disease cases that were monitored over a sixyear period. In the following article, we will discuss how the upper cervical spine relates to the most common symptoms associated with Meniere’s disease, as well as offer a solution to help.

Common Symptoms Associated with Meniere’s Disease

• Brain fog

• Vertigo (often drop attacks)

• Hearing deficiencies

• Tinnitus (ringing in ear)

• Eustachian tube dysfunction (clogged ear)

• TMD (jaw popping, grinding or pain)

Because each patient has a unique anatomy and direction of misalignment, it is essential to know the exact direction of misalignment and the angle at which the patient’s joint is formed. Once this information is gleaned, a precise correction will be made to restore normal motion, which allows the central nervous system to improve functionality. This correction involves no twisting, popping, or pulling, and it will be performed in a

What does the research say about Meniere’s disease and upper cervical

Dr. Michael Burcon, a researcher in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has shown the upper cervical spine is the epicenter where Meniere’s Disease originates. Dr. Burcon published the results of 300 Meniere’s Disease cases that his office treated in 2016, which showed astounding results.

“I have over 20 years of practice experience and taking care of 10,000 patients f rom Los Angeles to Sarasota Florida. I recovered f rom severe chronic health problems 30 years ago after being introduced to blair upper cervical technique. It’s my lasting purpose to help as many people as possible live a life of health and happiness”.

• General ear pain

The muscles that perform chewing are called the muscles of mastication. Commonly, neck misalignment will cause imbalances of mastication muscle tone, leading to the impaired function in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). The muscles of mastication are controlled by the fifth cranial nerve whose nucleus sits inside of the brainstem at the

- Dr. Drew Hall

“Interestingly, all 300 consecutive patients under the researcher’s care were

medically diagnosed with Meniere’s Disease (MD), and had also suffered a whiplash. This lead researcher Dr. Michael Burcon, a leading voice on the topic of chiropractic and MD, to comment that the connection was unlikely to be coincidental,” his published journal article states.

“Furthermore,” Dr. Burcon remarked, “90 percent having a listing of posterior and inferior towards the opposite side of the effected ear is significant, as is 97 percent getting their vertigo under control within six weeks.”

At the start of this process, participants in the study rated their vertigo intensity on a scale of 1–10, with 10 being the worst vertigo imaginable. Prior to treatment, the mean score was 8.5. Following the treatment, the averages were as follows:

• After six weeks: 3.0

• After one year: 2.0

• After two years: 1.4

• After three years: 0.9

• After four, five and six years: 0.8

These results have amounted to an im provement rate of more than 90 perfect. Of all the participants in the study, 97 percent reported a dramatic improvement in vertigo, while just three percent reported a side-effect of a headache.

The take-home message for anyone suffering from Meniere’s Disease is they should be evaluated for upper cervical spine misalignment with a chiropractor who specializes in an upper cervical chiropractic technique. Our office right here in Sarasota is one of those practices. Over the years, we have seen in excess of 300 Meniere’s Disease cases, and have watched many lives change for the better in the process.

Sarasota Upper Cervical Chiropractic is located at 3920 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota. For more information, call 941-259-1891 or visit SarasotaUpperCervical.com.

References:

Bhimrao, S., et al, “Systematic Review of Management Strategies for Middle Ear Myoclonus,” Otolaryngology Head Neck Surgery, May 2012.

Burcon, M., “Health Outcomes Following Cervical Specific Protocol in 300 Patients with Meniere’s Followed Over Six Years,” J Upper Cervical Chiropractic Research, June 2, 2016.

Staff Writer Meniere’s Research Institute, (2016), “Meniere’s Disease Breakthrough,” Burcon Chiropractic, BurconChiropractic. com/page/2879.

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MY JOURNEY WITH ECZEMA

by Dr. Laura Korman, DC

food, toxins, chemicals, viruses, bacteria, mold or stress. Those with eczema have an overactive immune response that manifests as a chronic skin rash, but can also experience other inflammatory conditions such as allergies or asthma.

One of the most common causes for an eczema flare-up is food sensitivity. This is different from an allergy to food. A true allergic reaction is an acute response of the body that can include cramping, hives, rashes, tearing, respiratory distress or even anaphylaxis, which can be life-threatening and usually occurs within minutes of exposure.

I’ll never forget that cold, winter, January morning in Minnesota when I woke up and realized my patches of red, dry eczema had spread to my thighs. “What in the world have I gotten myself into?” I thought. Previously, it just affected the back of my hands and sometimes my elbows, which was embarrassing already.

“Perhaps this is a result of all the chocolate I’ve been eating?” I questioned. At that time, I was visiting my grandmother after my grandfather had passed away, and I was enjoying all the chocolate candies she has been given by well-wishers.

The year was 2000, and I had been plagued with eczema breakouts on and off for a few years. But this was the moment I chose to undergo some tests to determine what had actually caused the issue. All the topical creams I tried were just bandaid fixes, and I has frustrated from all of these unexplained flare-ups.

This was the start of a 10-year exploration into food sensitivities, leaky gut, vitamin deficiencies and autoimmunity, which allowed me to understand the true root cause of my eczema, as well as find solutions to manage and minimize the flare-ups. I am now able to use these years of research and personal experience to help hundreds of other patients suffering with similar skin and immune issues. Here is a summary of what l learned.

First of all, skin conditions are rarely a problem with the skin itself, but a sign of an imbalance deeper within the body. The word eczema is derived from the Greek word, “ekzein,” meaning, “to boil out.” It’s characterized by itchy, red, dry, inflamed or oozing rash-like patches that can either be mild or quite persistent and debilitating.

Eczema affects over 31 million people in the United States alone, and it’s often aggravated by environmental factors such as

A sensitivity, however, is a delayed immune response that occurs 24 hours or longer after the consumption of a particular food. It can produce symptoms such as chronic skin disorders, rosacea, diarrhea, IBS, joint pain, muscle pain or migraine headaches. The most common foods associated with sensitivities are sugar, gluten, dairy, soy and eggs, but can also include many other foods such as grains, nightshade vegetables, legumes or even gums.

Testing for food allergies is usually done by placing a small amount of a food or environmental antigen underneath the skin and looking for a positive red swollen response of the skin. Accurate testing for food sensitivities is trickier. I have worked with many labs in the past 25 years and found most to deliver results with too many false positives or false negatives. I now work with Cyrex Labs because their tests are highly accurate and consistent, as well as based on the latest research and development.

Food sensitivities or allergies can occur in childhood when the immune system is still developing. But these issues can also appear for the first time in adulthood. Food sensitivities are commonly initiated due to a breakdown in the lining of the gut—this is called a leaky gut. The gut is only one cell thick, which means it can easily become inflamed or damaged from viruses, bacteria, toxins, processed foods, and acute or chronic stress.

Epstein-Barr Virus, which causes Mononucleosis (or “Mono”), can be a major contributor to a leaky gut. This virus allows large, partially undigested food proteins to be absorbed into the body. These protein fragments appear foreign to the immune system and cause an inflammation response in the body each time that particular food is consumed.

Epstein-Barr virus can become a chronic latent virus, with antibodies present in 90 percent of the population, and be reactivated in some individuals years after initial exposure. I was exposed to this virus in my twenties as a student at The University of Minnesota. I believe EBV was the initiator in my development of a leaky gut, as well as my subsequent sensitivities to gluten and

other food sensitivities, finally resulting in eczema.

I later discovered I also had a Vitamin D deficiency, which is common in those with any kind of immune disorder. Vitamin D helps modulate or dampen an overactive immune response, and it is important to maintain blood levels at an optimal range of 60-80 ng/ml to bring balance to an overactive immune system. Other nutrient deficiencies that are common with eczema include omega-3 fats, glutathione and zinc.

The healthy diversification of bacteria in the guts can be destroyed by antibiotics, sugar, and processed or genetically modified foods, as well as the artificial sweetener, sucralose. A healthy immune system correlates with a healthy gut microbiome. Supplementation with high-quality probiotics is strongly advisable for children or adults suffering from eczema or any other skin or immune challenges.

When a leaky gut and food sensitivities persist over time, a person can become susceptible to an autoimmune condition. This is when the immune system mistakes self-tissue for foreign tissue and mounts a destructive process against a particular tissue or organ, such as the thyroid, skin, gut, joints, muscle, pancreas, nervous system or brain.

I was first diagnosed with antibodies against my thyroid about 15 years ago. I was able to avoid any destruction to my thyroid by identifying and eliminating food sensitivities to gluten and other foods, optimizing Vitamin D levels, and improving my digestion and microbiome health through diet and supplementation with digestive enzymes and probiotics.

I later learned that when a person has an autoimmune disease, they are more likely to develop a second or third autoimmune condition as well. Early testing for antibodies against self-tissue can be done to identify specific tissues or organs involved, then a subsequent prevention strategy can be implemented to curtail the onset of a destructive autoimmune process.

The medical approach to treating eczema often includes topical corticosteroids, moisturizing creams or immunosuppressant medications. As a functional medicine practitioner, I find it beneficial to use specific, accurate testing for vitamin deficiencies, leaky gut and environmental factors—such as foods, chemicals or toxins—as well as identifying antibodies to acute or latent viruses, bacteria or mold. This testing locates the root cause, which then allows for resolution or management of chronic skin or immune challenges such as eczema.

The treatment strategy involves a personalized approach to balancing the immune system with nutrition and lifestyle shifts to manage and minimize flare-ups, while preventing the development of other immune challenges or autoimmune disorders.

Dr. Laura Korman, DC, is the owner of Korman Relief and Wellness Center, located at 16954 Toledo Blade Blvd., Port Charlotte. For more information and to schedule an appointment, call 941629-6700 or visit DrLauraKorman.com.

STEM CELL ORTHOPEDICS:

A NEW WAY TO HEAL KNEE PAIN AND AVOID SURGERY

by Mark Walter, M.D.

Stem cells should be considered by anyone with significant knee pain. In many cases patients can avoid invasive surgery. Stem cells aren’t magic and certainly can’t fix everything. But, if done properly they have an excellent chance of success. Even with severe bone-on-bone arthritis we have at least an 80% chance of success. Our approach in regenerative orthopedics is totally different than surgical orthopedics. We like to think in terms of joint stability. If the joint is unstable, there is pulling on the attachments of the joint capsule which is a huge contributor to joint pain. Unfortunately, x-rays and MRI are poor measures of

joint stability. The only way to properly evaluate this metric is with a technique called palpation interrogation Treatment of choice in most cases is to use a patients own stem cells (from fat) and growth factors from their blood (PRP) to help rebuild the joint and tighten the joint capsule, thus making the joint stronger and more stable. The procedure is done as an outpatient procedure and done in a single day. Patients walk in and in a few hours, walk out. The whole thing takes about 3 to 4 hours. Best of all, patients can return to activities of daily living almost immediately. Yes, you are a little sore where we take the fat and where we do the injections, but this passes quickly.

How quickly can patients feel better? Since every patient has their own healing path, this varies quite a bit. I have patients that swear they are better even within the first few days. Others take longer and it may take up to about 6 weeks to feel the changes. The stem cells remain alive and working for at least 4-5 months, so in the case that a patient heals slowly or wants a faster improvement, we may opt to do a PRP booster at about the 6-10 week mark. The booster will reignite the stem cells and accelerate a patients healing.

How long does the improvement last? Please understand that stem cells are a structural rebuild not just a pain management. Once we are successful at rebuilding the structures that were the underlying root-cause of pain, the improvements should last for at least several years. A stem cell procedure, if done properly, is very safe and highly effective. Using a patients own stem cells from fat and growth factors from blood is about as safe as it gets. In addition, if you find the right doctor with the right skills, the procedure is highly effective.

So, what’s the downside? The main risk is that you will pay your money and it won’t work. When it comes to healing the human body, one can never predict the outcome. Instead. I just focus on doing the best job possible and trying to set the patient up for success as much as possible.

Proper rehab is very important to a great outcome. Patients should have optimal orthotics to properly support healing. Movement should start right away although we don’t want to load the healing knee too much for at least 6 weeks. Cycling and swimming exercises can often be great rehab exercises. In most cases the stem cells/PRP combo is a viable alternative to knee replacement or major surgery and should be carefully considered by all patients with serious knee issues. This is the medicine of the future.

Dr. Walter has pioneered the field of Regenerative Orthopedics for the last 20 years, and is one of Florida’s top Stem Cell Orthopedic specialists. His new book, Stem Cell Orthopedics, is now available on Amazon. For more information, to schedule a personal consultation or to register for a free seminar, please call Stem Cell Orthopedics in Sarasota, at 941-955-4325, email StemCellOrtho@gmail.com or visit DrWalterMD.com.

Two Cups of Tea May Avert Early Death

A few cups of black tea a day might help to avoid an early death, a study published in Annals of Internal Medicine suggests.

Among nearly half a million adults ranging from 40 to 69 years old, those that consumed two or more cups of tea a day saw a modest, but lower risk for all causes of mortality over a median follow-up of more than 11 years. Participants of the large cohort study, called UK Biobank, self-reported tea intake from 2006 to 2010, while researchers noted mortality from all causes, including cardiovascular disease, ischemic heart disease, stroke and respiratory disease. The researchers concluded that drinking more than two cups of tea per day can be part of a healthy diet.

A New Look at Saturated Fat

For decades, conventional wisdom has been that consuming saturated fat is a surefire way to sabotage cardiovascular health, clog arteries and advance the path to a heart attack. A new paper published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology looked at the relationship between consuming saturated fat and the development of cardiovascular disease by conducting a review of articles published between 2010 and 2021 on the subject. The researchers found there is no scientific ground to demonize saturated fat as a cause of cardiovascular disease, and saturated fat naturally occurring in nutrient-dense foods can be safely included in the diet.

BRAIN POWER BOOSTERS

TIPS TO PRESERVE MEMORY AT ANY AGE

by Sheryl Kraft

Although it is completely normal to feel like our memories are failing us as we get older, this is not the time to panic. Regardless of age, it is always possible to learn, store and recall information, and there are numerous practices we can adopt to nourish and optimize our brains. Whether we’re looking for the car keys in all the wrong places or experiencing way too many tip-of-the-tongue moments, it may be high time to adopt the brain-boosting recommendations by these four experts.

Eating for Cognitive Power

“Having a better memory now and in the future means taking care of your brain and making the right lifestyle choices to slow down the aging process,” says Annie Fenn, M.D., founder of BrainHealthKitchen.com, who believes that what we choose to eat is one the most significant decisions we make each day.

Foods high in antioxidants like vitamins C and E, beta carotene and selenium have been shown to slow age-related memory loss. Think berries, grapes (which contain resveratrol, a memory-enhancing com-

pound), beets, broccoli, almonds, avocados, carrots, eggs, salmon, onions and dark, leafy greens.

Avoid foods high in saturated and trans fats, which can increase “bad” cholesterol and lower “good” cholesterol. Studies find that high cholesterol diets can increase the risk of memory loss, among other cognitive functions.

Whole grains and legumes like cracked wheat, whole-grain couscous and lentils are complex carbohydrates that boost the brain by providing a steady, sustained supply of glucose, and are high in folate, the memory-boosting B vitamin.

Finally, don’t forget to include culinary herbs like curcumin, rosemary, saffron, oregano and mint. They all help support brain health, especially saffron, which contains a potent constituent called crocin that is associated with slowing cognitive decline in human and animal studies.

Brain-Nourishing Supplements and Stress Reduction

Wendy Warner, M.D., the founder of Me-

dicine in Balance, an integrative healthcare practice in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, recommends Ginkgo biloba (one of the oldest living tree species in the world) and ginseng, which have both been found to help enhance memory with their neuroprotective and antioxidant effects. Noting that the brain works best with adequate nourishment, she asserts that these supplements can play a role in increasing blood circulation to the brain, thus improving its function.  Also on her list are Bacopa monnieri for its antioxidant capacity, Rhodiola rosea for its neuroprotective and antioxidant effects and licorice (Glycirrhiza glabra) for its ability to increase circulation in the central nervous system.

Warner recommends regular stress management techniques like yoga, qigong and tai chi as well, noting, “These all help lower inflammation and cortisol (an inflammatory stress hormone) and have been shown to improve memory.”

Medicinal Herbs for Mental Clarity

Heather Houskeeper is a certified herbalist, long-distance hiker and author. When venturing out into the wild, she is able to spot and identify hundreds of medicinal herbs, including her favorite, top five memory boosters, starting with Ginkgo biloba, as well as:

ROSEMARY (Rosmarinus officinalis) supports healthy blood flow to the brain. It can be enjoyed through food, tea or diffused as aromatherapy.

ASHWAGANDHA (Withania somnifera), traditionally ingested as food or tea, can support mental alertness, focus and clarity of mind. Mix ashwagandha powder with warm milk, hot water or broth.

HOLY BASIL

(Ocimum tenuiflorum) is rich in antioxidants and supports cerebral circulation. Enjoy this delicious and fragrant herb as tea up to three times per day, use in cooking or take as a tincture.

asiatica ) is a restorative herb that can support alertness and mental clarity. It is also popularly used as a tea, tincture or extract for up to 14 days at a time.

Slumber Savvy

Insufficient sleep can result in a variety of cognitive problems, including memo ry loss. Those suffering from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a common sleep dis order condition that affects breathing, should not ignore it.

High-quality sleep is key to reacti vating memories, especially recalling the names of people we’ve recently met, according to Northwestern University researchers. Other experts have reported a strong association between sleep and the formation of memories. Strive for uninterrupted and deep sleep, as follows:

n The ideal amount for most adults is between seven and nine hours a night.

n Wind down before bed with a consistent routine like reading, stretching or meditation.

n Keep the bedroom cool—some where around 65° F— and dark.

n Shut off all electronics.

n Avoid late-day caffeine, alcohol and spicy, heavy meals too close to bedtime.

Treating OSA is important to improve both sleep and brain health, says Thomas M. Holland, M.D., of the Rush Institute for Healthy Aging, explaining, “Impaired sleep can lead to biochemical processes that can impact memory and cognition.”

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More than Skin Deep

HEALING THE HEARTBREAK OF PSORIASIS

by Lorraine Maita, MD

Psoriasis affects approximately 3 percent of the U.S. population. According to Dr. Mark Hyman, founder of the Institute of Functional Medicine, the condition involves terrible suffering from scaly, itchy, inflamed and peeling skin; aching joints; burning genitals; broken nails; and the resulting depression that inevitably comes from such conditions—all of which explains why it is often referred to as “the heartbreak of psoriasis.”

The Cleveland Clinic describes psoriasis as an autoimmune condition of the skin. The immune system of people with psoriasis overreacts, causing inflammation and an overly rapid growth of new

skin cells, which in turn causes a buildup on the surface that creates the appearance of scaling, but the effects are much more significant than cosmetic.

Psoriasis is associated with psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, autoimmune thyroiditis, lymphoma and cardiovascular disease. The National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF) describes a link between psoriasis and cardiovascular disease and metabolic syndrome known as the “march of psoriasis”. Widespread inflammation may cause insulin resistance that triggers cells lining the blood vessels to malfunction, potentially leading to atherosclerosis and heart attack or stroke. The ailment also increases the risk of diabetes, obesity and high cholesterol.

Traditionally, psoriasis is treated with steroids and immunosuppressive drugs that can be harsh on the body and quite expensive while failing to address its root cause. Alternatively, the functional medicine approach is to treat the disease’s underlying causes: inflammation and triggers.

“I have psoriasis,” says Dr. Brad Shook, a chiropractic physician and member of The Institute of Functional Medicine. “I worked hard, and I’ve had my psoriasis and my autoimmunity under control and in remission. Through functional medicine, we can identify these drivers and help you to unwind this process, heal your body and then through that process of healing, you learn what the triggers were.”

Psoriasis Triggers

Functional medicine practitioners use the acronym STAIN to categorize five triggers that activate inflammation and psoriasis: stress, trauma or toxins, antigens or adverse food reactions, inflammation or infections and nutrition. Removing these triggers allows for healing.

Stress

Psoriatic patients report worsening of symptoms with stress. Modulating the reaction to stress and adding relaxation techniques can calm the inflammatory response. Practicing relaxing activities such as deep belly breathing, yoga, tai chi, prayer, meditation, visualization, Heartmath, massage, acupuncture or biofeedback can relieve stress. Exercise can also release endorphins that reduce pain perception.

Trauma or Toxins

The NPF states that physical trauma can induce the development

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of psoriatic plaques. Toxins such as smoking and alcohol have been shown to increase the risk and severity of the disease. Obesity may also play a role in worsening symptoms because toxins are stored in fat, which emits inflammatory cytokines. It’s recommended to maintain ideal weight, abstain from smoking and alcohol consumption, and avoid trauma. Detoxifying and removing heavy metals can decrease the inflammatory response, as well.

Antigens or Adverse Food Reactions

Studies show that a Western diet rich in sugar and fat leads to an imbalance in gut bacteria known as dysbiosis. These harmful bacteria may contribute to psoriasis. Allergens or reactions to food can cause increased intestinal permeability, or leaky gut. The most common triggers tend to be wheat and dairy.

The Chopra Center recommends the 4 R Gut Healing program. Removing foods patients are sensitive to is key to calming down the immune system, as well as avoiding sugar, wheat, dairy and processed foods. To improve the gut, replace digestive enzymes, replenish healthy bacteria with a probiotic and repair the gut lining with butyrate or L glutamine.

Inflammation or Infections

To diminish inflammation, modify the diet to include more anti-inflammatory omega-3 fats found in fish, avocado, nuts, seeds and olives, and fewer inflammatory omega-6 fats found in wheat and dairy. Look for and eradicate hidden infections. Decrease inflammation with a high-quality fish oil, curcumin, probiotics and a whole foods diet free of food sensitivities.

Nutrition

Studies show that having adequate amounts of vitamins A and D, fish oil, probiotics and zinc are important for maintaining both a healthy gut and a healthy immune response. Supplementation can be helpful in maintaining appropriate levels of these vital nutrients. Some patients using topical vitamin D products found they had effects similar to topical corticosteroids.

“When I started working at the Ultrawellness Center, I learned about how to address the root causes of a problem, not just the symptoms, and have found a new way of approaching psoriasis,” says Adonica Nichols, a psoriasis patient and a licensed practical nurse at the center, in Lenox, Massachusetts. “Living with psoriasis is still an everyday struggle for me, but I have implemented many of these changes in my diet and lifestyle over the past several months, and I am feeling better than I ever have.”

Psoriasis is a multifaceted, complex illness that may require a deeper look at the triggers. A functional medicine physician can offer a systematic approach to uncover and remove these triggers, helping patients heal from the heartbreak of psoriasis.

Board-certified in integrative, anti-aging and internal medicine, Lorraine Maita, MD is an award-winning functional medicine specialist and author in Short Hills, NJ. For more information, visit HowToLiveYounger.com.

health brief Parental Depression May Affect Childhood Development

According to a new study funded by the Welsh government, children that live with a parent that has depression are more likely to also develop depression and not achieve educational milestones. Information on children born in Wales from 1987 to 2018, as well as their parents, was used in the study.

The researchers found that living with a parent with depression is detrimental to a child’s outcome, but having a parent that has had a history of depression, even prior to the birth, increases the risk of depression and lowers the educational attainment of the child. The highest level of childhood depression risk was associated with exposure to a mother that had depression both before and after the birth of the child.

The risk of failing school exams was highest when the child was exposed to either a mother or father (or another stable male figure) with a history of depression, both before and after the child’s birth. These results suggest that exposure to a chronically depressed parent(s) is important in determining if the child will develop depression and have trouble with schoolwork.

Other findings included: having no father figure in the child’s life resulted in a higher risk of childhood depression and poorer results in school, and having a father with depression was associated with poorer results in school.

Depression is an issue that impacts the entire family, not just an individual. Taking a whole-family approach to addressing mental health will help ensure positive outcomes for both parents and children in the long term.

Ensure your own health and well-being

FITNESS DELIVERED

BENEFITS OF AN IN-HOME PERSONAL TRAINER

by Kirby Baldwin

It’s a new year—the perfect opportunity to set positive intentions for a fresh start. One of the most popular New Year’s resolutions is to be healthier, but according to research, only 46 percent of people that set such a goal are successful in keeping it at the six-month mark, largely due to having unrealistic expectations or not keeping track of progress. To detox from the holidays, look and feel better— and stick to a resolution without becoming another statistic—an in-home personal trainer may be the perfect solution.

Benefits of In-Home Personal Training

According to Jenna Scott, of J Scott Wellness, an American Council on Exercise-certified trainer and health coach who has worked as a personal trainer for more than 15 years, “The benefits to in-home training are countless. It takes many of the perceived (or not-so- perceived) obstacles out of the equation. From taking out travel time in our busy day to simply feeling more comfortable in our home, in-home training is a great alternative to the traditional gym.”

Because workouts are individually tailored to each client, they can be more efficient and effective. For those with busy schedules, in-home personal training provides the consistency needed to attain fitness goals with the added benefit of convenience—no commuting to a gym, waiting for equipment or finding child care. It can also be done at any hour of the day, rather than within the confines of a gym’s hours. Some people may be hesitant to go to a gym, and the privacy of working out in the comfort of a living room is a boon for those that feel self-conscious when exercising in a group environment.

The rapport that may develop between a trainer and client can provide the accountability and motivation to meet goals, and the gratification that comes from seeing results quickly can reinforce the behavior. It is much more difficult to get into a workout rut when there is another person present, continually customizing the workout program and providing motivation and inspiration.

Casey Mahoney, a busy mom and volunteer who works out with an in-home personal trainer, says, “The main benefits

for me of working with an in-home trainer are accountability and comfort. There is something to be said for training in the comfort of your own home. It can also be a time saver! I know I can always find other things to fill my time and not make working out a priority. It is much harder to cancel on someone coming to your house than it is to cancel your trip to the gym!”

An added bonus to seeing quick physical gains is the mental fitness that comes with it; numerous studies show that exercise causes the brain to release feel-good chemicals (endorphins) that make people feel happier and less stressed. Research also points to exercise as a source of more energy and an immune system boost. Because a personal trainer will take an individual’s health history into consideration—whether it’s a surgery, a physical limitation or the recent birth of a child—in-home personal training is beneficial for all levels of fitness, even beginners.

How to Get Started

According to Scott, “Do your research. Ask where they were certified and what type of insurance they carry. Don’t be afraid to ask questions.” Because a personal relationship is foundational to in-home personal training, it is important to find someone that makes us feel comfortable and motivates and inspires us to achieve goals and create positive changes.

In-home personal training comes at different price points. For those seeking a more affordable option, invite a couple of friends over to the house for a semi-private or small group training session. This format provides all the benefits of in-home personal training at a more accessible cost, with the added benefit of a more social environment.

Leveling up our physical fitness this new year will take dedication and commitment, and adopting an exercise program with the guidance of a personal trainer in the comfort of home may be the perfect strategy to stick to new, healthy habits for the long haul.

Kirby Baldwin is an editor and writer for the KnoWEwell Regenerative Whole Health hub.

Milton Mills on Optimizing Health with a Plant-Based Diet

by Julie Marshall

Milton Mills, M.D., practices internal medicine and critical care in underserved communities in Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia. He advocates switching to a whole-food, plant-based diet and eliminating animal-derived dairy. As medical director of the nonprofit Center for a Humane Economy, he is currently leading a national campaign backed by 31 members of Congress to promote the free dissemination of plant-based alternatives to dairy (especially soy milk) in U.S. public schools. An impactful public speaker and preventative healthcare advocate, Mills has co-authored articles dealing with racial bias in federal nutrition policy. He graduated from the Stanford University School of Medicine and completed residency training at the University of California San Francisco, in Fresno, and Georgetown University Hospital, in Washington, D.C.

because of saturated fats. There is a reason that patients recovering from heart events are medically advised to eat plants and eliminate meat, fish and poultry. One National Institutes of Health study shows that a vegan diet can even reverse heart disease.

Avoiding dairy addresses breast and prostate cancers, because dairy contains growth-stimulating proteins and hormones which signal growth, but not in a good way. When we are infants, we drink breast milk to stimulate growth, but as adults, dairy signals the growth of tumors, lipomas or cysts. And what is alarming to me is that Black men are twice as likely to die from prostate cancer than white men.

realize that we need calories for energy. Salads are great, but humans are not rabbits, and we need a variety of good protein sources, such as beans, grains, root vegetables and legumes. Being vegan is like sex, if you aren’t enjoying it, you aren ’t doing it correctly.

How is a vegan lifestyle impacted by race, faith and animal welfare?

I became a vegan in my late teens and that’ s what led me to a career in medicine. Some friends in my [Seventh-day Adventist] church were making the switch, and I joined them. What happened was undeniable. I was sleeping better, I had high energy and I felt mentally clear. I wanted to study medicine to learn more about what else a vegan diet could improve.

Type 2 diabetes likewise can also be avoided or reversed. I’ve had several patients who have been able to stop needing their medications. From my experience, a vegan diet also addresses autoimmune diseases, rheumatoid arthritis and dementia. Animal protein carries hormones and saturated fats, which is arguably why we are seeing unnatural early puberty in our kids.

What are the common difficulties of switching to a meatless diet?

We know that more than three-quarters of Black people suffer medically from dairy, while our national school lunch program offers zero alternatives to dairy. That’s racial inequity. Growing up as a Black man in society and being constantly dismissed prepared me to not be afraid to be outspoken as an advocate for a plant-based diet. I have learned that as long as I form my opinions on science, ethics and morals, I can defend them without fear or shame.

A plant-based diet can address all of the major health issues. Cardiac disease is clearly shown to be directly related to eating animals

I thought that I would never be able to change, because my mom made the greatest pork chops. But as soon as I realized that the drive to eat meat is all about habit and is emotion-based, I asked God for help, and he answered. I advise my patients to find help for themselves on how to break their habit, too, rather than toy with it. If you are an alcoholic, do you allow yourself to only drink on some days? It’s also important to

On faith, if you read the Bible, it literally says humans are built to eat plants, which reaffirms that being vegan is spiritually healthy, too. And when it comes to animals, there is nothing more destructive and harmful to animals and humanity than factory farming. But most people don’t see it because we hide evils behind closed doors. When a creature feels pain and suffering because of humans, I think that comes back to us in different ways, and we all pay the price. But we can stop this type of evil and get ourselves incredibly healthy, too, by choosing to eat plants.

Julie Marshall is a frequent contributor to Natural Awakenings magazine and works for the nonprofit Animal Wellness Action, based in Washington, D.C.

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THE PERILS OF PLASTIC CLOTHING

EMBRACING SLOW FASHION AND SUSTAINABLE FABRICS

by Sandra Yeyati

Made from mushroom mycelium, this textile is a sustainable alternative to animal leather.

Most clothes made today contain plastic. The non-biodegradable polymer is a major component of elastic waistbands and nylon sneakers.

But by far, the largest fossil-fuel culprit is polyester, commonly used in shirts, pants, hoodies, dresses, jackets, underwear, socks, blankets and hats, according to Sewport,

an online marketplace serving the garment industry.

In 2021, polyester comprised 54 percent of all new fabrics, according to Textile Exchange, a global nonprofit of fashion insiders promoting sustainability. Because it is inexpensive to make, this synthetic fiber is the darling of fast fashion which entices consumers to wear cheap garments a few times, throw them away and promptly buy replacements. Every year, an estimated 92 million tons of clothing end up in landfills worldwide; and in America, 85 percent of all textiles get discarded, according to Earth.org.

Environmental Costs of Plastic Clothes

Plastic produces greenhouse gases at every stage of its long life—from extraction, refining and manufacturing to transportation and waste management. Researchers have found that washing polyester releases tiny synthetic microfibers into the water supply, harming marine life and contaminating human drinking water. It also breaks down into micro-plastics while languishing in landfills for hundreds of years.

The manufacture of polyester has social costs, too. According to Sewport, the vast majority of producers worldwide exploit uneducated people in impoverished countries, where workers are regularly exposed to highly toxic chemicals.

Recycled Plastic Textiles

Among conscientious environmentalists, there’s an aspirational trend toward textiles made of recycled plastic, such as Econyl. Patagonia promotes NetPlus material made

from discarded fishing nets. Repreve transforms reclaimed water bottles into yarn that is used to make various garments. Currently, these eco-friendly textiles make up a tiny fraction of the global market; only 14 percent of all polyester was recycled in 2020.

Textile Exchange and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change’s Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action have launched an initiative to shift the market toward recycled polyester. But even recycled plastic garments shed micro-plastics when washed. Consider using a washing bag like Guppyfriend, which keeps micro-plastics from escaping, or choose items that aren’t washed as often, such as sneakers.

Better Fabric Choices

“Organic and more sustainable counterparts from almost all types of natural fibers, including cotton, linen, down and wool, are becoming available at retailers across the globe,” says La Rhea Pepper, managing director of the Textile Exchange. Here are notable fabric options that are kinder to the planet.

LYOCELL: Trademarked as Tencel, lyocell is made from sustainably sourced wood cellulose and used in denim, dress shirts and underwear. Less water and lower-impact chemicals are used in manufacturing this material. It’s biodegradable and easily recycled.

ORGANIC OR RECYCLED COTTON: While conventional cotton is a natural fiber harvested from plants, it consumes an inordinate amount of water and involves the use of toxic chemicals. The better choices are organic cotton certified by the Global Organic Textiles Standards (GOTS), which requires less water and doesn’t use chemicals, or recycled cotton, which repurposes already existing fibers.

PLANT-BASED LEATHER: Companies making these animal-free alternatives using mushrooms, pineapples, bananas, apples, cacti and other vegetables are highly innovative and represent an exciting, emerging sector.

PEACE OR AHIMSA SILK: Silk is biodegradable and requires much less water and chemicals than cotton, but it’s traditionally made by boiling or gassing silkworms. The cruelty-free approach behind peace or Ahimsa silk is that moths are allowed to emerge naturally before their cocoons are harvested. Look for GOTS-certified silk to ensure humane manufacturing.

WOOL: Made from the fleece of sheep and other animals, wool is naturally biodegradable, regrows continually and can be harvested without harming animals. Still, industry players have been known to abuse animals, land and workers. Certifiers like the Responsible Wool Standard encourage better stewardship.

ORGANIC LINEN: Made from flax, linen requires little water, is biodegradable, moth-resistant and considered more eco-friendly than cotton.

ORGANIC HEMP: Humans have been harvesting hemp for thousands of years. It’s considered one of the most sustainable fibers because it requires very little water and no toxic chemicals to produce.

Living with the Complexity of Environmentalism

As the annual global textile market nears $1 trillion in value, the environmental stakes are enormous, and sustainable choices aren’t always easy to make. Ultimately, it’s the new clothes we don’t buy that will help our planet the most. Vow not to purchase fast fashion. Invest in well-made, longer-lasting clothing. Mend clothes to extend their lives. Shop at secondhand stores. Wash clothing less often to reduce the release of micro-plastics. Choose brands committed to responsible fabrics and transparent labeling.

Sandra Yeyati, J.D., is a professional writer and editor. Reach her at SandraYeyati@gmail.com.

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Cooling the Fire Within HEALTHY

EATING TIPS TO EASE CHRONIC INFLAMMATION

by Tom O’Bryan, DC CCN, DACBN

Putting more thought into what we eat and why may be among the most important factors in determining how long we live. Researchers in Norway recently compared the long-term effects of a typical Western diet to an optimal one, and their findings can be a source for inspiration. The optimal diet had a substantially higher intake of whole grains, legumes, fish, fruits, vegetables and a handful of nuts, while reducing red and processed meats, sugar-sweetened beverag-

According to their results, a sustained change from a typical Western diet to the better plan can make a big difference on life expectancy. Here are their predicted impacts on longevity for people after starting—and sticking to—an optimal diet:

—women add 8.4 to 12.3 years; men add 9.4 to 14.3 years

Start at age 60—women add 6.2 to 9.3 years; men add 6.8 to 10 years

Start at age 80—women and men add 3.4 years

So, it is never too late to start a positive activity.

This improved diet gets to the underlying causes of most of the reasons Americans die. According to the National Institutes of Health, 14 of the top 15 causes of death in 2019 were chronic inflamma-

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tory diseases. This means it is more than likely that the cause has existed for a long time under the surface (chronic), with too much inflammation for too long (inflammatory), affecting the brain, cardiovascular system, blood sugar system or wherever there is a genetic weak link (disease). Rather than ask what the ailment is, ask, “Where is the long-term, hidden inflammation coming from that is fueling this disease?”

Dr. George Slavich, founding director of the Laboratory for Stress Assessment and Research at the University of California in Los Angeles, says that understanding when inflammation promotes either good or poor health and how and when to intervene to reduce inflammation-related disease risk, “should be a top scientific and public priority.” Identifying and reducing individual triggers of inflammation opens a path to regenerating a healthier, younger individual.

Not all inflammation is bad. Time-limited increases in inflammation are critical for promoting wound healing and recovery, as well as reducing the spread of communicable infections. Humans would not have lived very long without a well-developed internal protection from threatening environmental triggers such as bugs, parasites, viruses, mold, fungus and bacteria. For better health outcomes, we need to address excessive systemic inflammation. There are many likely contributors to the fueling of inflammation, but one of the most common sources is what is on the end of our fork. Begin there.

LIFESTYLE HACK 1: If there is one prime directive for better health, it is to focus on living as much of an anti-inflammatory lifestyle as possible. Become more aware of the daily environmental exposures that ramp up inflammatory genes. Know, for example, what chemicals are used on the soil in which the food is grown or sprayed with before it is harvested. Then, armed with this knowledge, choose a better alternative, like organic and regenerative organic foods. As enough anti-inflammatory messages are accumulated, a reversal in the direction of health is possible.

LIFESTYLE HACK 2: Food is the most common source of gasoline on the fire of inflammation. Dr. Deanna Minich, president of the American College of Nutrition, recommends the Rainbow Diet, which acts like a fire extinguisher to put out the excess inflammatory fire in the body. Selecting multiple colors of fruits and vegetables at every meal tempers the inflammatory cascade. Strive over time to eat 50 different fruits or vegetables per week. Begin today. Just bringing up to awareness the question, “Is this food inflammatory or anti-inflammatory?” will feed our health habits, and over time, healthier habits equal a healthier life.

KnoWEwell Chief Health Officer Dr. Tom O’Bryan, DC, CCN, DACBN, is an internationally recognized expert on gluten, bestselling author and speaker focused on food sensitivities, environmental toxins and the development of autoimmune diseases. He is a chiropractic doctor, certified clinical nutritionist and the founder of TheDr.com

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Health in a Smile

A HOLISTIC SOLUTION TO IMPAIRED MOUTH SYNDROME IN CHILDREN

by Brooke Goode

One of the first things we notice when we meet someone is their smile, so it is easy to understand why children with crowded teeth might be self-conscious when they encounter new people. But the condition is not just a cosmetic concern. “Teeth crowding are surface markers of structural chaos below,” says Felix Liao, DDS, author of Your Child’s Best Face: How to Nurture Top Health & Natural Glow. Dental crowding results from a deficiency in jaw growth, which can contribute to a partially stunted face, narrower airway, poor sleep and consequent learning and behavior problems.

According to a recent medical research review, its prevalence among children and adolescents is up to 84 percent. Fortunately, parents can take steps to nurture healthy dental/facial development in their children so that there is enough room for all 32 teeth to line up straight and for

the tongue to operate between the two jaws without occupying the airway.

Crowded teeth are the tip of an iceberg called Impaired Mouth Syndrome (IMS), a term coined by Liao in 2017 for a wide-ranging set of medical, dental and mood problems in children, from sleep and growth disturbance to respiratory infections and poor focus. According to a 2013 study by the Stanford Sleep Center, “Pediatric obstructive sleep apnea in non-obese children is a disorder of oral facial growth.”

IMS is an all-too-common condition that often goes undiagnosed, untreated or incorrectly treated. The result is a child that falls short of their full genetic potential and an adult that suffers recurring pain and fatigue. An underdeveloped maxilla—the upper jaw that also forms part of the nose and eye socket—can lead to a litany of symptoms, including teeth grinding, a weak chin and jaw pain, and may also impact the appearance of the face, causing imbalanced features. By contrast, a well-developed facial structure will support better breathing, sleep and postural alignment, and benefit from high cheekbones and full lips.

“Rarely does managing symptoms result in a healthy child,” says Ben Miraglia, DDS, a board member of the American Academy of Physiological Medicine & Dentistry. IMS symptoms improve when the jaws are activated to grow to their full potential. This is now possible with a partnership between parents and a new breed of dentists known as Airway-centered Mouth Doctors (AMD) that receive specialized training on the syndrome and its treatment.

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These specialists work in the realm of whole health, looking at the interconnectedness of the body rather than individual body parts in isolation. They collaborate with other doctors and therapists, including myofunctional therapists that devise exercises for the mouth muscles and encourage nasal breathing. AMDs also work with dietitians to devise a bone-building diet free of the toxins, pollutants and chemicals found in processed foods that can impair normal facial development.

AMDs approach the condition without drugs or surgery, often without having to use braces which can result in a deflated mid-face. By designing retainer-like oral appliances to be placed over the teeth, they spur the growth and alignment of the jaws to help widen the airway and support sleep.

Mouth structure and jaw alignment are foundational to whole-body health in children, and Liao’s vision for achieving thriving health in kids includes these recommended steps:

n Early recognition by parents of IMS red flags in their child, including chapped lips, a weak chin, crooked teeth, dental cavities, disrupted sleep, slumped posture, fatigue, lethargy, hyperactivity and learning or behavior problems

n Diagnosis of an impaired mouth by a trained AMD

n Complying with AMD guidance, including the use of a professional oral expander appliance

n Eating a non-inflammatory, bone-building diet

n Following whole health team protocols to align the head, jaws and spine, and integrate mind, body and mouth

Growing the jaws is the groundbreaking solution to crowded teeth in children that parents have been hoping for. A plant will blossom more fully in sunshine than in shadow. The same can be said when it comes to a child’s smile and overall health.

Brooke Goode is the National Editor for KnoWEwell, the Regenerative Whole Health hub.

Multiple Benefits for Early Rising Active Seniors

Older adults that consistently get up early and stay active throughout the day are happier and perform better on cognitive tests than those with irregular activity patterns, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of Pittsburgh. The researchers studied 1,800 adults 65 or older and divided them into four subgroups of activity patterns: earlier rising/robust, shorter activity duration/less modellable, shorter active periods/ very weak and later activity offset/very weak. Both groups with weak rhythms had twofold odds of clinically significant depression symptoms and cognitive performance deficits. As we age, disruption in activity patterns may be common. More research is needed into why earlier and robust patterns appear to be protective and whether modifying disrupted patterns improves health outcomes.

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Hidden Dangers in Pet Food

THE SCARY TRUTH ABOUT TOXIC INGREDIENTS

by Karen Becker

Among the many reasons to switch from ultra-processed diets to fresh food for our furry family members, unwanted toxins are high on the list. Because pet food manufacturers are not required to conduct quality control testing, consumers never know exactly what toxins their dogs and cats are inadvertently ingesting. According to PetFoodIndustry.com, “Some level of contamination is unavoidable.” Here is a look at the most common toxins found in many popular pet foods.

ARSENIC is used in herbicides, insecticides, wood preservatives and insulation, as well as in chicken feed in factory farms. According to Greg Aldrich, Ph.D., associate professor and pet food program

coordinator at Kansas State University, “The measured presence of arsenic in pet foods does not equate to toxicity for this naturally occurring earth element.” While this may be true, bioaccumulation can do significant damage over time if sublethal doses are consistently consumed. The gastrointestinal tract, liver, kidneys, lungs, blood vessels and skin are most vulnerable to arsenic damage, which interferes with hormones and causes cancer and death. To help pets with elevated arsenic levels, try iodine- and selenium-rich foods, including sea vegetables and Brazil nuts; sulfurous foods like garlic; alpha lipoid acid; and N-acetylcysteine.

MERCURY is released into the air and waterways primarily through burning coal,

and seafood is the most common route of exposure. It is best not to feed pets an exclusive diet of fish protein. On the other hand, seafood contains omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential to a pet’s well-being. Consider feeding them low-mercury options like wild-caught salmon, sardines packed in water, mussels or rainbow trout in rotation with other proteins, or supplementing their diet with krill oil or an omega-3 fatty acid that is third-party validated as contaminant-free and sustainably sourced. Mercury detoxification can be achieved by using chlorella and cilantro.

POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYL (PCB) and POLYBROMINATED DIPHENYL ETHER (PBDE) are used as fire retardants and can bioaccumulate at high levels in large, predatory fish at the top of the food chain like tuna, tilefish, king mackerel, shark and swordfish. Research suggests that cats are especially sensitive to PBDEs and PCBs found at high levels in both canned and dry pet foods. Although PCBs were banned in the U.S. in 1979, they are still used elsewhere in the world and continue to pollute the oceans. These fat-soluble toxins can be cleared through the bowels, so add fibrous veggies and chlorophyll-containing foods or supplements to the pet bowl.

BISPHENOL A (BPA) is used in plastics and coatings inside pet food cans. It imitates the body’s hormones, especially estrogen, in ways that are damaging to the health of both humans and animals. A 2017 study conducted by researchers at the University of Missouri concluded that even a short-term (two-week) feeding of canned dog food resulted in a three-fold increase of BPA in dogs. Avoid canned pet foods and #7 plastic food and water bowls and storage bins. Provide ongoing BPA detoxification support by offering foods rich in Lactobacillus acidophilus (kefir and yogurt) and glutathione-rich foods, including culinary and medicinal mushrooms.

DIOXINS, a byproduct of industrial processes, can disrupt the signaling of both male and female sex hormones in the body. They’re found in much of the U.S.

food supply, including factory-produced meat, fish, milk, eggs and butter. Offer pets organic food whenever possible. Because dioxins are fat-soluble, they are stored in adipose tissues. Try the Ayurvedic practice of lipophilic-mediated detoxification, which uses healthy fats, including ghee, coconut and MCT oil, to pull out fat-stored toxins.

AFLATOXIN contamination has been the cause of several pet food recalls and major disease outbreaks for more than 20 years. Known to cause acute toxic illness and cancer, they are naturally occurring mycotoxins produced by fungi in agricultural crops. Corn, peanuts and cottonseed have the highest rate of aflatoxin contamination. Aflatoxicosis is more common in dogs than cats because commercial dog food more often contains corn. Many animal studies demonstrate the efficacy of using ginger, thyme, broccoli, turmeric and carrots for aflatoxin detoxification. The only way to know exactly what a pet is eating is to buy the ingredients and prepare nutritionally complete meals at home. When choosing a commercial pet food, make sure that it contains human-grade ingredients and that manufacturers employ quality control steps in their operations to test for contaminants.

Veterinarian Karen Becker, DVM, has spent her career empowering animal guardians in making knowledgeable decisions to extend the life and well-being of their animals. For more information, visit DrKarenBecker.com

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 1

Removing Obstacles & Creating ProsperitySpecial New Years Ganesh/ Lakshmi Ceremony Sunday Service - 10:30am-12pm. In- person and on Zoom. Let us start the New Year of 2023 with both the benevolent energies of Ganesh and Lakshmi. Together we will do say the Mantras of Ganesh and Lakshmi and align with their benevolent energies. They remove obstacles in the lives of those who focus and tune into his energy that has been established on this earth for thousands and thousands of years by his devotees across all generations. This will let us incorporate their aura of divine happiness, mental and spiritual satisfaction, financial success, and auspicious outcomes in areas of our lives and that of our world! Love donation. Zoom link: CCOSL.com/ Calendar.html. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows - Bldg G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

Universal Service - 10:30am. With Rev. Zan Benham and others, “The Burning Bowl and White Stone Ceremony.” This annual event helps us to let go of that which no longer serves us, and to focus on a directive to guide us through the coming year. In person at Rising Tide and on Zoom. Go to Zoom. us. Input: Meeting ID: 830 1791 6524 / Passcode: RTI2021. This weekly egalitarian service celebrates all of humanity’s religions on a single altar. Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota, RisingTideInternational.org. For info Rev. Zan, 941-922-7839.

New Year’s Romance on the Piano - 4-5:30pm. Piano concert with world-acclaimed virtuoso, Eleonora Lvov. Celebrate New Year’s beginning with Soulful Classical Music: Internationally acclaimed piano virtuoso Eleonora Lvov, winner of many prestigious competitions, popular recording artist and teacher, plays romantic works by Chopin, Liszt, Beethoven, Rachmaninov and Gershwin. Experience this luminous, boldly emotive pianist with staggering technique who emanates ardent passion and spirituality through music. Donations requested. Manatee Unitarian Universalist Fellowship,322 15th St. W, Bradenton,941-358-0235, Eleonoralvov.com.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 6

Full Moon Mini Retreat - 6-8pm. Come join Objects of Magic to learn the cycles of the Moon and how to tune into Moon energy and benefit from it, while laying out powerful Intentions setting. We need to be stronger than ever, committed to our success. Staying connected within our community to support each other. $35/pp. 3145 Southgate circle, Sarasota, the beautiful South Gate Community Center. Sign up: ObjectsOfMagic.com/Pages/Full-Moon-Events

Gallery by Advanced Student Mediums - 7-9pm. On this night a number of our advanced student mediums will present a Spirit Messages Gallery, supported by two CMF Certified Mediums. Each attendee will have the opportunity to receive information from their spirit loved ones or guides, by the different styles of each student. Come and enjoy this informative evening. $15 donation is requested. No reservations needed. We offer separated seating with masks optional. More info at CMFSarasota.org, Facebook is: CMF of Sarasota and 941.266.8435. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota.

SOUND IN~FuSiOn Sound Bath - 7-8:15pm. A one-hour sound journey for meditation and healing with Carol Dinallo Hall and special guest, Shawn

Bowen. Come immerse yourself in the healing frequencies of organic sound, light language, and an array of special instruments! Bring a mat, pillow, blanket, water bottle as needed. Chairs are provided. Doors open at 6:15 pm. $25. Unity of Venice, 125 N. Jackson Rd., Venice, 941-484-5342, VeniceUnity.org.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 8

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Charlotte County Second Helping Sunday - Join us for our “Second Helping” Sunday, when we invite other community organizations to share their knowledge, successes, and struggles in helping those in Charlotte County. This Sunday, we will be joined by a representative from the Center for Abuse & Rape Emergencies. We will also share a selection of thought-provoking and heart-warming readings and music to enlighten your day! All are welcome!

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Charlotte County, 1532 Forrest Nelson Blvd, Port Charlotte, 941-627-4303, UUFCC.org.

Universal Service - 10:30am. With Rev. Cherag Safiyuddin Gene Cooke, “Experiencing the Divine.” Rev. Gene will lead us in a series of practices and meditations aimed at guiding us past concepts of God to actual experience and attunement to the transcendent living consciousness available through the World’s mystical traditions. In person at Rising Tide and on Zoom. Go to Zoom.us. Input: Meeting ID: 830 1791 6524 / Passcode: RTI2021. This weekly egalitarian service celebrates all of humanity’s religions on a single altar. Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota, RisingTideInternational.org. For info Rev. Zan, 941-922-7839.

Intuition Awareness with Elaine - 1-2:30pm. Jump into the New Year with instructor Elaine as she teaches you about trusting your very own intuition. Step by step instructions make this class great for beginners. Please bring writing material. $30. Pixie Dust, 1476 Main St., Sarasota, 941-366-6325, PixieDustSarasota.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 12

Message Gallery with Sally Barrows - 7-9pm. Join Sally Barrows, a long-time Sarasota resident, Metaphysician and very well-developed Spirit Medium, certified by CMF. She is able to make strong connections with your spirit loved ones and guides, to bring you clearly understandable and helpful information. The evening promises to be a joyful way to end your week, and to gain useful information. So come and enjoy! $25 donation requested. Reservations please by calling or texting 941-544-8116. We offer separated seating with masks optional. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota. CMFSarasota.org, Facebook is: CMF of Sarasota.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 13

Floating Crystal Bowl Concert with Robert Austin - 6:30-7:30 and Feb 17th 6:30-7:30pm. Stimulate and restore the harmony between the physical and spiritual planes of the body, while suspended in an Aerial Hammock. Crystal Bowl Energy healing through harmonic sounds and crystals resonates with the body balancing the chakras and re-energize the auric field. The powerful vibrations of 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 let your spirit soar! . $25/pp. Palm Studio and Boutique, 441 W. Dearborn Street Englewood, 941-208-5568, PalmStudioEnglewood.com.

Opening to Your Own Light Language - 7-9pm. This gathering by JoAnn Cooke is for fans of light language who are curious to explore expressing their own light language style. Meet with like-minded others and comfortably experiment with your own unique light language communication. Experience activations to awaken the dormant light language

within you, meditation and opportunities to share your personal language, spoken or otherwise. Previous experience with speaking light language not required. Please reserve your space at 509-520-0377. $20 donation requested. We are providing separated seating and masks are optional. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota, CMFSarasota.org, Facebook is: CMF of Sarasota.

Raising Vibration Through Empowerment, Forgiveness and Gratitude - 7-9pm. In person and on Zoom. Rev Nancy Lee Robinson will instruct you on how to raise your vibrational level to assist you in the ascension of your soul. You will learn to clear old traumas, karma, and energies with Empowerment and reconnection with the higher soul. Moving into Forgiveness to unchain your soul from karmic ties, old patterns and vows from this life and past lives. Then Gratitude to align you with the ability to manifest your divine desires. $40. Payment must be made through website, CCOSL.com/Calendar. html through Zoom link. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows - Bldg G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 14

Reiki III - Master Practitioner Certif. Training. 2-day Intensive Course - Jan 14th & 15th. Offered by Rev. Victoria Stitzer, with 30+ of Pro Experience. Must have proof of Levels 1 & 2 training. Inquire: 702-4823719. Initial text preferred. TransformVegas.com.

Ascension Master Intensive - 1-4pm. With Michelle Marie Angel at the Integrated Healing Arts Wellness Center 3260 Fruitville Rd. Ste C Sarasota. The first of 12 Ascension Mastery classes begins in January with “Hear Your Soul Call” and will continue every second Saturday throughout the year. The Alchemy of Light event series presentations combined with Michelle’s books Live Love, Forever Free, and It IS A New World After All, and her 48 Stories for Awakened Awareness provides a unique soul experience to accelerate the ascension process and permanently recalibrate your consciousness to awareness and expression of your true divine essence - truly an opportunity to align with your soul’s blueprint, reach your highest destiny, and consciously create your heart’s desires. Cost: $150. Register at VisionarySolutions4Smile.org. Discounts available. Text Michelle: 541-261-4483.

Manifesting 101 with Peggy - 1-2pm. Learn the universal laws of attraction and how to make them work for you. $30. Pixie Dust, 1476 Main St., Sarasota, 941-366-6325, PixieDustSarasota.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 15

Universal Service - 10:30am. Liana Salima Rael, “Honoring Those Who Have Sacrificed For Freedom.” We will remember and honor those who have sacrificed for freedom on this day of MLK’s birthday. We will honor someone from each tradition that worked and sacrificed for the freedom of others. In person at Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota, FL and on Zoom. Go to Zoom.us. Input: Meeting ID: 830 1791 6524 / Passcode: RTI2021. This weekly egalitarian service celebrates all of humanity’s religions on a single altar. Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota, RisingTideInternational.org. For info Rev. Zan, 941-922-7839.

Energy Maintenance and Messages with Elaine - 1-2pm. Join Elaine in this empowering experience as she provides step by step directions to connect and engage with spiritual energy and how to receive messages. $30. Pixie Dust, 1476 Main St., Sarasota, 941-366-6325, PixieDustSarasota.com.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18

Light Language Healing Circle - 7-9pm. At first you may not understand what is being said, but

soon your heart will. Join Reiki Master and certified Reconnective Healer JoAnn Cooke to learn what this is all about, and how to activate this powerful energy. Light Language is the universal language of love, communicated via spoken word, song, dance, written symbol and other actions. It bypasses the logical brain, and is interpreted through the heart. Whether you are familiar with Light Language or this is new to you, this healing circle will benefit all. Each one will experience a light language healing communication. Come with an open heart and be prepared for a powerful transmission of healing to assist you where most needed. $20 donation requested. Attendance Limited to 6. Reservations 509520-0377. We offer separated seating with masks optional. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota, CMFSarasota. org, Facebook is: CMF of Sarasota.

Cosmic Center The Walk-In Free Lecture - 7pm. Another opportunity to meet a bonafied Walk-In and hear his amazing story! The first time he came was Life Changing for many! Uplifting and Inspirational, you will know everything you ever wanted to know about Walk-Ins.He will answer all your questions on how he and his Cosmic Collective Team do what they do. Why they are here and how they can help you in the understanding of yourself and the healing that is now available for your body, mind and spirit. For those who have “eyes to see and ears to hear” For more information: ReturnoftheWalkin.SplashThat.com. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows - Bldg G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 19

New Moon Retreat at Objects of Magic - 6-8pm. Come sign up for this wonderful retreat located at Objects of Magic, 3145 Southgate Circle, Sarasota. We are organizing New Moon Mini Retreats in Beautiful Sarasota Monthly. Come Join us to learn the cycles of the moon and how to benefit from it, while laying out powerful Intentions. We need to be stronger than ever, committed to our success. $35/pp, sign up here: ObjectsofMagic.com/Pages/ New-Moon-Events

FRIDAY, JANUARY 20

Sound Immersion Meditation with Sandra and Michael Katala - 6:30-7:30pm and Feb 10th 6:307:30pm. Various sound techniques will be used to cleanse negative energies and create space to align the body on an 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. Palm Studio and Boutique, 441 W. Dearborn Street Englewood, 941-208-5568, PalmStudioEnglewood.com.

Blindfold Billets Event - 7-9pm. All are invited to this unique event to receive messages from spirit by four student mediums. The four (4) student mediums are each blindfolded and seated at a small table. The student takes a billet from the attendee seated across the table from him/her, and for 7-10 minutes makes the connection to a spirit loved one or guide, and delivers the message received. Each attendee then moves to the next student/table until each student has been visited. $15 donation is requested. No reservations needed. Each attendee is encouraged to bring pencil and paper to jot down the messages they receive. We offer separated seating with masks optional. Info at 941.266.1696. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota, CMFSarasota.org, Facebook is: CMF of Sarasota.

Sound IN~FuSiOn Sound Bath - 7-8:15pm. A onehour sound journey for meditation and healing with Carol Dinallo Hall and special guest, Shawn Bowen. Come immerse yourself in the healing frequencies of organic sound, light language, and an array of special instruments! Bring a mat, pillow, blanket, water bottle as needed. Chairs are provided. Doors open at 6:15 pm. $25. Unity of Venice, 125 N. Jackson Rd., Venice, 941-484-5342, VeniceUnity.org.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 21

Spirit Fest: Holistic Metaphysical, and Wellness Expo - 10am-6pm, Sat 21st & 10am-5:30pm, Sun 22. Enjoy 80 booths with vendors, practitioners, intuitive readers, artists, and demonstrations. See website for more details and discounted admission. Entrance fee: $12/day. Children 12 & under free. Visit SpiritFestUSA.com, St. Petersburg Coliseum, 535 4th Ave. North, St. Petersburg.

Soul Connection Psychic Fair - 11am-4pm. Come join us for a personal reading using Tarot and Oracle cards. Robert Austin is offering his various other modalities of spiritual connection, plus Crystal Bowl Healings with messages from guides or loved ones. We also offer Astrology and Numerology readings by Kathy Skeens. Colleen Panebianco is offering many Sauv’e natural, handmade essential oil products. $20/15 min. readings or healings. We offer separated seating with masks optional. No reservations needed. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204. Sarasota, more info: 941-586-4797, CMFSarasota. org, Facebook is: CMF of Sarasota.

Angels 101 with Tammy S. - 1-2:30pm & 3-4:30pm. Don’t miss this introductory class with Tammy as she inspires you and your journey through the angelic realm. $30. Pixie Dust, 1476 Main St., Sarasota, 941-366-6325, PixieDustSarasota.com.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 22

Universal Service -10:30am, Rev. Karen Mikki, “How May I Help ?” A service about being of service, and being kind, helpful and giving to others. In person at Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota, FL and on Zoom. Go to Zoom.us. Input: Meeting ID: 830 1791 6524 / Passcode: RTI2021. This weekly egalitarian service celebrates all of humanity’s religions on a single altar. Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota, RisingTideInternational.org. For info Rev. Zan, 941-922-7839.

MONDAY, JANUARY 23

Crystal Singing Bowls for Personal Wellness Series - 3-5pm. Each class is designed to help you master the art of using Quartz Crystal Singing Bowls in your personal life. During each two hour class you will receive instruction for 45 minutes and enjoy a deeply relaxing sound bath experience for the additional 20 minutes. This allows your subconscious mind to process all that you are learning and makes memory retention easier. $88. Tickets: TheOmShoppeandSpa.com or call 941-706-3257. The OM Shoppe 4801 S. Tamiami Tr #5 Sarasota.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 28

Healing and Symbol Activation with Anna and Jody - 10am-2pm. This private 30-minute session will consist of a healing session to release and replenish your energy field. During your session Anna and Jody will use healing symbols and healing codes. To ground, anchor and activate the healing session the sacred symbols will be henna onto your body with natural henna. Now booking your private 30-minute session. $75. Pixie Dust, 1476 Main St., Sarasota, 941-366-6325, PixieDustSarasota.com.

classifieds

DRIVERS WANTED. Looking for someone to do part-time distribution work for the Sarasota/ Bradenton area. Amazon, Uber or Instacart experience a plus. Must be dependable. Contact PaperMafiaSWFL@gmail.com for more information.

COMPLETE ORGANIZING arranges: homes, offices, garages, storages, documents,and invites space, beauty, clarity and light into your life. 941-529-7741, Complete-Organizing.com, Info@Complete-Organizing.com

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.

NURSE/OFFICE MANAGER FOR STEM CELL ORTHOPEDIC OFFICE. Part or full time. Exciting opportunity. Salary commensurate with experience and skill set. Assists procedures, marketing and running the office. Positive, fun environment. Must be mature, a team player and a self-starter. Good communication and organizational skills a must. Please reply RegenOrtho@ gmail.com or text 941-376-3007.

SWEDISH MASSAGE. A full body relaxation massage that focuses on light to firm pressure to ease muscle tightness. Essential oils, hot stones, and a sugar back scrub are included. Call for appt. 941302-1140. Nancy Evans Massage, 115 N. Tamiami Trail, STE 9, Nokomis. MA 66427

FREE NATAL-BIRTH CHART PRINTOUT! 40 years of Astrology experience. Email, birthdate, time, location-city. Boblight56@gmail.com.

Law of Attraction Workshop - 10am- noon and 1-4pm. Rev. Zan Benham has studied/practiced metaphysics for over 50 years and been integrating religious/spiritual philosophies from east to west in her work to empower herself and others by embracing our own Divine Connection. As an ordained New Thought Minister, a Reiki Master teacher, an empathic spiritual counselor and a motivational speaker, Rev. Zan will help you to brush up on your Law of Attraction Skills. In this leading-edge 5-hour workshop you will learn to embody and live consciously with this Law, and become mindful and conscious Co-Creators with the Source. $40 donation requested. Reservations please 941-5869087. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota, CMFSarasota. org, Facebook is: CMF of Sarasota. For info contact Rev. Zan at 941-922-7839 or 941-266-8435.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 29

Universal Service - 10:30am. With Tara Muir. Subject, to be announced. In person at Rising Tide and on Zoom. Go to Zoom.us. Input: Meeting ID: 830 1791 6524 / Passcode: RTI2021. This weekly egalitarian service celebrates all of humanity’s religions on a single altar. Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. Sarasota, RisingTideInternational.org. For info Rev. Zan, 941-922-7839.

Eliminate Unwanted Cravings – Free NLP Seminar & Demo - 3-5pm. Are your cravings controlling YOU? It’s time to take your Power back! Come to this interactive NLP Seminar. Learn and witness how this is done. You CAN reprogram yourself to LOVE the live vibrant foods that are good for you, and DISLIKE all junk food... without any cravings or feelings of deprivation. Bring items with you that you are addicted to! This also applies to other addictive behaviors / habits. Cost by donation. Inquire: 702-482-3719, text preferred.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2

Full Moon Mini Retreat - 6-8pm. Come join Objects of Magic to learn the cycles of the Moon and how to tune into Moon energy and benefit from it, while laying out powerful Intentions setting. We need to be stronger than ever, committed to our success. Staying connected within our community to support each other. $35/pp. 3145 Southgate circle, Sarasota, the beautiful South Gate Community Center. Sign up: ObjectsOfMagic. com/Pages/Full-Moon-Events

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4

Sun Health Expo - 10am-6pm. This event will focus on all aspects of health and wellness with vendors and guest speakers from Poland. Increase your awareness of natural cures and explore new therapy techniques at this one-of-a-kind health and wellness experience.Sponsored by Visanto US, Infozdrowie and Healy. Free- open to the public. The Karol Hotel, 2675 Ulmerton Rd., Clearwater. For more info, visit SloneczneTargiZdrowia.com.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17

New Moon Retreat at Objects of Magic - 6-8pm. Come sign up for this wonderful retreat located at Objects of Magic, 3145 Southgate Circle, Sarasota. We are organizing New Moon Mini Retreats in Beautiful Sarasota Monthly. Come Join us to learn the cycles of the moon and how to benefit from it, while laying out powerful Intentions. We need to be stronger than ever, committed to our success. $35/pp, sign up here: ObjectsofMagic.com/Pages/ New-Moon-Events

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24

“Healing Her” In-Person Restorative Self Love Workshop For Women - 10am-1pm. This “HEALING HER” restorative workshop is for Her, with Her, because I am Her, and so are You. Includes gentle Restorative Yoga, guided meditation, time for reflection, journaling & more. Heartwood Yoga Institute is located in Bradenton, Florida - 7.5 acres of beauty with award winning gardens. Let us journey with the intention to heal. There will be time to enjoy tea and/or stroll the grounds in quiet reflection. A Love-filled goodie bag to take home for all attendees. 3-hour workshop for women/$40. Call Heartwood Yoga Institute to register, 941-745-5719. Questions about the workshop, or to be notified of other events email ZenJenYoga@ iCloud.com.

Healer Within Medical Qigong Practice Leader Training - 5:30-8:30pm, Fri, Feb 24th, 9am-noon, & 2-5pm Sat, Feb 25th and 3:30-6:30pm Sun Feb 26th. Practice Qigong for your health and vitality. Learn skills to share this beneficial practice with others in your life. This 12-hour course gives you powerful wellness tools you can use for a lifetime. You will practice body postures and Qigong movements, breathing exercises, self-applied massage and mental focus (including mindfulness meditation). $495 if registered by Jan 31. Location: Unitarian Universalist Church - 3975 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota. More info, Mallory 941-893-7780, InstituteofIntegralQigongandTaichi.org/Qigong_Taichi_Training/ hwpl-23-001pt.htm

sunday

OM Shamanic Sound Journeys with Resonance3-4 pm, 4th Sunday of every month. Sold out for over 2 years! 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 participants 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. $85. Tickets: TheOmShoppeandSpa.com or call 941-706-3257. The OM Shoppe 4801 S. Tamiami Tr #5 Sarasota.

Meadows Farmers Market - 10am-2pm. Enjoy organic and local farm produce, one-of-a-kind items from local entrepreneurs and artisans, a variety of delicious foods, music from local musicians all supporting wellness and the local economy. Lots of things to do for the kids too. In the Meadows Shopping Village parking lot in front of 5041 Ringwood Meadow - Bldg G-2, Sarasota. For more information, please call 941-315-7773, MeadowsFarmersMarket. com, or on Facebook: Meadows Farmers Market.

Unity of Sarasota - 10-10:15 am - Meditation, Celebration Service - 10:30- 11:45am. In person and livestream at UnityofSarasota.org under the services tab. The Sunday Celebration service includes a relevant talk and lively music. Youth Ministry Program, 10:30-11:45am. 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota, 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.org.

Sunday Service at CMF - 10:30am. At each Sunday morning service, we are offering spiritual healing, an inspirational talk, messages from spirit, special music and an ever-important environment of fellowship. Leave refreshed and inspired to start the new week. We feature a variety of speakers and spirit message bearers throughout the year. We offer separated seating with masks optional. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Dr., Suite 204, Sarasota, 941-266-8435, CMFsarasota. org, Facebook: CMF of Sarasota.

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. 1st Sunday - Open Heart Divine Healing Service with Rev. Sharon-Elizabeth (Baba Sharone). 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! 2nd 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. 3rd Sunday - Ecstatic Kabbalah with Rev. Annie Eng anchored in Kabbalah Tree of Life Ceremony and Wisdom. 4th Sunday – Rev. Robin who uses her crystal harp. 5th Sunday – Rev. Richard Brooks, developing pathways to consciously unite humanity and the world in the energy of Universal Love. 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.

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Charlotte County - 10:30am. Sunday morning service. We are a lay-led fellowship providing meaningful worship. We provide a welcoming space and time to explore what we find worthy in a variety of faith experiences. This month’s theme is change. Check the website for Sunday’s speaker and topic - guest ministers,

community folks, and members. Bring your whole self: your full identity, your questioning mind, and your expansive heart to 1532 Forrest Nelson Blvd in Port Charlotte or visit UUFCC.org.

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, Zoom Live - 11am. 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. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave. 941-953-6620, or after hours 727-492-2977, SarasotaCenterOfLight.com.

monday

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.

“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

Free Kids Yoga and Mindfulness - 5:15-6pm. We want to offer kids a safe space to tune in to their mind, body and soul. After the hurricane and missing

so much school and their friends and experiencing fear we hope to help these kids get back on track mentally, emotionally and physically. Free. Palm Studio and Boutique, 441 W. Dearborn Street Englewood, 941208-5568, PalmStudioEnglewood.com.

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/

Unity of Sarasota Pub Theology - 6:30-8pm, the 2nd Mon. of the month. With Rev. Amy Zehe. Bring your Spiritual questions. We are meeting at the Olive Garden in the Landings. 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.org.

Cosmic Center Anchoring Light Transmission Meditation - 6:45pm. With Baba Sharone. A call to all Lightworkers. The Anchoring Light Transmission Channeled Meditation has been a gathering point for Lightworkers and Planetary World Servers to come together and assist in the Ascension of our Planet and all Her life in cooperation with our expanded Family of Light. As Anchors of Light, we take our important role in the Spiritual Hierarchy to manifest the Divine Plan of Love, Light, Peace and Oneness to our planet. Participants who serve in anchoring this Celestial Radiant Light Energy from the Ascended Realms benefit from the wisdom, guidance and grace that flows from it which brings forth healing, peace and Accelerated Spiritual Growth. In Person and Online. Love Offering. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows - Bldg G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

Learning to Connect Classes at CMF - 7-9pm. Join Susan Houliston and/or experienced guest instructors every Monday & Tuesday to learn techniques for connecting with Spirit. Students are given the opportunity to practice lessons to develop their skills while exploring various modalities. $15 donation is requested. Please refer to the CMF website CMFSarasota.org for the description of the programs offered for each weekly class. We offer separated seating with masks optional. Reservations needed, so call or text Susan at 941-266-1696. Center for Metaphysical Fellowship, 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Suite 204, Sarasota.

tuesday

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, 941371-9333, CCOSL.com.

Free Kids Yoga and Mindfulness - 5:15-6pm. We want to offer kids a safe space to tune in to their mind, body and soul. After the hurricane and missing so much school and their friends and experiencing fear we hope to help these kids get back on track mentally, emotionally and physically. Free. Palm Studio and Boutique, 441 W. Dearborn Street Englewood, 941-208-5568, PalmStudioEnglewood.com.

Free Reiki Spiritual Mastermind & Meditation - 6:15-8:15pm. Join an unforgettable Inspirational Meditative & Healing experience with Victoria (30+ yrs of pro experience). Victoria is a traditional Reiki Master/teacher for 30+ yrs., clinical hypnotherapist, master of NLP, pranic & theta healer, medical intuitive

and inspirational speaker. Release stress & walk away energized. You’ll be glad you did! Love Offerings accepted. In the Sarasota- Bradenton area, must RSVP for location each week, text preferred: 702-482-3719. TransformVegas.com.

Cosmic Circle of Lightworkers Discussion Group7pm, starting Jan 17th. A Circle of Like Minded Spiritual Friends coming together to create a Safe and Sacred Space to talk and discuss things on your mind, spiritual insights, experiences, questions and other dynamics related to our individual and collective Spiritual Path. An opportunity to meet new and old Like Minded Friends and to share and network. The Group will be facilitated by Rev. Sharon-Elizabeth (Baba Sharone), Rev. Nancy Lee Robinson and other Ministers of The Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light. Let’s come together as “The Family of Light” and grow together! Love Donation. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood MeadowsBldg G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com.

wednesday

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 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. Location: 2725 Mall Drive, Sarasota, Info@Flobucha.com, follow us on social media: Instagram.com/Flobucha and on Facebook: Flobucha.

Free Kids Yoga and Mindfulness - 5:15-6pm. We want to offer kids a safe space to tune in to their mind, body and soul. After the hurricane and missing so much school and their friends and experiencing fear we hope to help these kids get back on track mentally, emotionally and physically. Free. Palm Studio and Boutique, 441 W. Dearborn Street Englewood, 941-208-5568, PalmStudioEnglewood.com.

Cosmic Center Enoch Study Group - 7-8:30pm, starting Jan 4th. Online via Zoom. Join Enoch Study Group facilitator Kim Converse for the study of “Key 403 - We Are The Name” written by Dr. James Hurtak. Key 403 is a powerful book that shows the encoded information behind the Divine Name and the myriad Names associated with The Most High. It also reveals how we are part of the higher code that can be activated when we use the Names and align ourselves with the Light. We, thus, come to understand how we are composed of the power of the vibrations of the Divine and so we can energize ourselves with the Names, by calling upon their Higher Light vibration, we can be brought into alignment with the Light. $5/class, pre-registration required, CCOSL.com/Calendar.html. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows - Bldg G-2, Sarasota, 941-371-9333, CCOSL.com. Intuitive Practice Circle - 7pm.Come join our new weekly group for those interested in deepening their psychic abilities, healing gifts and are looking for practice space. Topics may include Card Divination/Tarot/ Oracle, Pendulums, Chakras, Clair Senses, Dreams, Astral Traveling, Numerology, Psychometry, Channeling, Past Lives, Guardian Angels, Auto-writing, and

more. You must pre-register at WildGingerApothecary. com to attend. Visit us at Wild Ginger Apothecary 6557 Superior Avenue Sarasota, 941-312-5630.

OM Crystalline Vibrational Immersion - 7-8pm, every 2nd Wednesday of the month. Join us for this beautiful form of deepened relaxation! The OM Shoppe professional Sound Therapy Practitioners bring you these beautiful multi-instrumental 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 heightened mind-body awareness! $45. Tickets: TheOmShoppeandSpa.com or call 941-706-3257. The OM Shoppe 4801 S. Tamiami Tr #5 Sarasota.

Unity of Sarasota - 7pm. First Wednesday’s music, prayers and donations for Ukraine. See Website: UnityofSarasota.org for Wednesday Night Special offerings. 3023 Proctor Rd., 941-955-3301, UnityOfSarasota.org.

Healing, Intention and Meditation Zoom Live - 7:30pm (new time). Join us for a time of healing, connection and meditation. Let us all come together and experience the energy and inspiration that can make such a powerful difference in our individual lives. Sarasota Center of Light, 852 S Tuttle Ave. 941-953-6620, or after hours 727-492-2977, SarasotaCenterofLight.com.

thursday

Energy South Demonstrations with Robert Austin - 11:15am. Robert Austin will be conducting “energy sound” demonstrations. Dip your feet into an 18-inch crystal bowl and let it clear stagnant energy in your auric field. Appts are appreciated and walk ins are welcome. Love donation of $10 and up. Call to schedule. Palm Studio and Boutique, 441 W. Dearborn Street Englewood, 941-208-5568, PalmStudioEnglewood.com.

“Anchoring in Your Highest Vibration” - 2-3:30. A Spiritual Journey Discussion & Support Group with Michelle Marie Angel every Thursday at The Higher Realm 4232 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota. Participants will share their personal experiences along their spiritual journeys based on spiritual growth lesson discussion from Michelle’s books: Live Love, Forever Free, and It IS A New World After All. Cost: $11. Sign up at The Higher Realm 941-993-1275. Visit VisionarySolutions4smile.org.

Free Kids Yoga and Mindfulness - 5:15-6pm. We want to offer kids a safe space to tune in to their mind, body and soul. After the hurricane and missing so much school and their friends and experiencing fear we hope to help these kids get back on track mentally, emotionally and physically. Free. Palm Studio and Boutique, 441 W. Dearborn Street Englewood, 941-208-5568, PalmStudioEnglewood.com.

A Course in Miracles (ACIM) - 6-7:30pm. Caroline and George Robertie. To register email Caroline. Scammel@Comcast.net. 3023 Proctor Rd., Sarasota, 941-955-3301, UnityofSarasota.org.

Cosmic Center Gentle Flow Yoga - 6:45pm. With Stephanie Jarvis. Join Stefanie RYT 200 for a Gentle Flow Yoga class geared specifically for those new to yoga or those who are interested in a gentle practice. This class incorporates simple flowing sequences to warm up the body, as well as slower paced movements focusing on alignment, strength, balance, and flexibility. Breathing techniques and meditation is also integrated. Each class will end with an extended period of relaxation. No experience or flexibility required. In Person, $10/class. Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows - Bldg G-2, Sarasota, 941371-9333, CCOSL.com.

Cosmic Center A Course in Miracles - 7pm. With Rev Nancy Robinson. A Course in Miracles, scribed by Dr Helen Schucman with Dr Bill Thetford in the 1970s. It

is a study program of spiritual psychotherapy designed to awaken in us the truth of our oneness with God and Love. Through the course one learns how the practice of forgiveness assists in releasing elements of the past with a willingness to follow higher guidance, cultivating a miracle-mindedness. Schucman is said to have received the material through ‘inner dictation’ from Christ. Online Zoom only, $10.Cosmic Center of Spiritual Light, 5041 Ringwood Meadows - Bldg G-2, Sarasota, 941-3719333, CCOSL.com.

Quan Yin Meditation - 7pm. Come join Bridget McMullen, certified meditation teacher and practitioner, as she guides you through this peaceful meditation to cultivate compassion within ourselves, but also to spread to our world. You will learn some of the teachings of the ancient Goddess of mercy, compassion, and love. You will journal, and work with various energy tools to amplify your meditation experience. Bring a journal, your favorite crystal, and water to this meditation. You must pre-register at WildGingerApothecary.com to attend. Visit us at Wild Ginger Apothecary, 6557 Superior Avenue, Sarasota, 941-312-5630.

Unity of Sarasota Bentley’s House Pet Loss Support Group - 7-8pm, third Thurs of the month. Meeting in person at Fellowship Hall. Facilitated by Rev. Amy Zehe. 3023 Proctor Rd., 941-955-3301. UnityofSarasota.org

friday

Discover Sarasota Tours - Hop on board our Haunted Sarasota trolley for a historical tour of Sarasota’s haunted past. Hear stories about famous murders, visit spirited buildings, and explore unsolved crimes during this 90-minute, air-conditioned nighttime tour. Sit back and listen as our entertaining Ghost Hostess brings the rich history of Sarasota to life on this fun tour - be sure to keep an eye out for surprise guests along the way. Costumes encouraged, so come dressed to kill. 52.99 + tax/fees. Ticket includes Free Parking. All tours depart from the Discover Sarasota Tours Trolley Cottage, 1826 4th Street, Sarasota, 941-260-9818. Book online at DiscoverSarasotaTours.com or email Info@ DiscoverSarasotaTours.com.

Meditation and Manifesting - 3-4:30pm. Come join a Spirit-Aligned Intentional Imagination Manifestation Group with Michelle Marie Angel every Friday at The Higher Realm 4232 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota. Using a unique process of guided manifestation techniques, the group will join in consciousness with the vibrational frequency of gratitude and use imaginal images based on conscious intentions with heart generated energy to focus on desired manifestations. This process has a track record of amazing results! Cost: $11. Sign up at The Higher Realm 941-993-1275. Visit VisionarySolutions4smile.org.

Unity of Sarasota– Friday Night Spirit Express6:30pm. 1st Friday – Kirtan; 2nd Friday – Movies; 3rd Friday – Drum Circle at Labyrinth, 4th Friday – check our website, 5th Friday - check our website. 3023 Proctor Rd., 941-955-3301. UnityofSarasota.org.

C.G Jung Society of Sarasota Insight Lecture Series - 7-9pm, Jan 13th, Feb 17th, March 17th, & April 21st Online event via Zoom. Come join our upcoming lecture series with various speakers including: Dr. Becca Tarnas on The Synchronicity of the Two Red Books: Jung, Tolkien, and the Imaginal Realm, Dr. Joseph Cambray on The Psychoid Imagination: Ecology, Artistic Intuition and Enchantment, Beverly Zabriskie on Emotions: The All-Chemistry of Our Lives and Carol Shore on Creativity Through Symbolic Expression. Members/$25, nonmember/ $35, add a first time guest/$20, students/$15, student first time guest $10. More information, CGJung Sarasota.org, CGJungSarasota@yahoo.com. Tickets can be purchased here: CGJungSarasota.org/Events/

saturday

Murder Mystery Trolley - Try to solve the Circus Queen’s murder in a fun and interactive theatrical performance! This 90-minute fantasy murder mystery tour visits many circus locations in Sarasota during the rolling adventure, where colorful characters jump aboard to add clues and hilarity for the guests. During booking, guests can choose to be cast in a role - arrive early if you want to play a part! $52.99 + tax/fees. Ticket includes Free Parking. All tours depart from the Discover Sarasota Tours Trolley Cottage, 1826 4th Street, Sarasota, 941-260-9818. Book online at DiscoverSarasotaTours.com or email Info@DiscoverSarasotaTours.com.

C.G Jung Society of Sarasota Workshop Series9am-1pm, Jan 14th, Feb 18th, March 18th, & April 22nd Online event via Zoom. Come join our upcoming

Workshop Series with various speakers including: Dr. Becca Tarnas on Jung’s Red Book and Active Imagination, Dr. Joseph Cambray on Opening the Imagination through Wonder toward Re-enchantment, Beverly Zabriskieon on Emotions: Keepers of Time-Markers of Timelessness and Carol Shore on Creativity Through Symbolic Expression. Members/$75, nonmember/ $85, add a first time guest/$50, students/$25, student first time guest $20. More information, CGJung Sarasota. org, CGJungSarasota@yahoo.com. Tickets can be purchased here: CGJungSarasota.org/Events/ Free Kids Yoga and Mindfulness – 11:30-12:15pm. We want to offer kids a safe space to tune in to their mind, body and soul. After the hurricane and missing so much school and their friends and experiencing fear we hope to help these kids get back on track mentally, emotionally and physically. Free. Palm Studio and Boutique, 441 W. Dearborn Street Englewood, 941208-5568, PalmStudioEnglewood.com.

For Wellness Living, Joy & Empowerment

Universal Service, Sun. Jan. 1, at 10:30am The Burning Bowl and White Stone Ceremony

At Rising Tide, 5102 Swift Rd. or https://zoom.us/j/83017916524 Password: RTI2021

Brush Up Your Law of Attraction Workshop, Sat., Jan. 23 at 10:00am-4:00pm Center for Metaphysical Fellowship of Sarasota 3231 Gulf Gate Drive, Sarasota, FL. #204 • 941-266-8435. www.cmfsarasota.org

Rev. Zan Benham (Butterfly Deerwoman)

Private sessions: Counseling, Energy work, Reiki Master III, Teacher, Shamanism, Hypnosis, Past life Regression, Soul Retrieval, Oracle Card Readings, Ceremonialist, Intuitive and Visionary www.woman-spirit.com • Zan@woman-spirit.com • 941-922-7839

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ACUPUNCTURE/ CHINESE MEDICINE

CARYN L. YOUNG, DOM, AP, OTR

Board Certified Acupuncture Physician

The Integrated Path, P.A. 2801 Fruitville Rd.Suite 135, Sarasota 941-924-8833

• IntegratedPath.com

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!

FAMILY HEALING CENTER, PA

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

•FamilyHealingCenter.com

Family Healing Center, an integrative wellness practice. Addressing all health issues we will find the key to unlock your highest level of health and wellness. Complimentary Meet & Greet

ACUPUNCTURE FACELIFT

FACES BY DR ANNA Anna L. Baker, D.O.M.

Nationally Board Certified Acupuncture Physician 941-924-2723 • FacesByDrAnna.com

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. TueFri 10am-5pm and Sat 11am-5pm.

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.

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY AND LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE

TERRY SCHIBLER, LMT MA11621

Fusion Therapy

7069 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota 941-921-7900 • FusionTherapySarasota.com

Terry Schibler has 30 years experience in advanced bodywork. He has a singular ability to trace, recognize and treat complex pain patterns through numerous modalities such as CranioSacral Therapy, Lymphatic Drainage, Visceral and Fascial manipulation.

Terry’s hands-on work is effective for a wide range of problems associated with pain and dysfunction such as Migraines, Chronic neck/back pain, Concussions, TMJ, Post-surgical dysfunction...and more.

ENERGY HEALING

HEALING ROOMBLUE LIGHT ENERGY HEALING HEALING ROOM, ENERGY HEALING, BIOFEEDBACK STRESS MANAGEMENT, PEMF Treatments to balance over a thousand conditions! Infrared Inversion, Sound Immersion with the Singing Bowls 718-791-3797 • PureFieldForce@gmail.com

Energy Healing helps the body with a long list of conditions, aches, pains and imbalances. Biofeedback Scanning locates the imbalances and it also corrects them. PEMF (Pulsed Magnetic Field Therapy) re-energizes damaged cells, it is a powerful tool to MANAGE PAIN! 941-586-9539, Facebook.com/CreateBalanceandHealing

FARMERS MARKETS

MEADOWS FARMERS MARKET

5041 Ringwood Meadow Bldg G-2, Sarasota 941-315-7773

MeadowsFarmersMarket.com

Join us every Sunday from 10am to 2pm to feed your mind, body and soul. The Meadows Farmers Market is back for season 2, happening every Sunday until April 30, 2023. Enjoy all your local favorite food, music, art and more. We are excited to be back and have lots of surprises for the community this season.

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

Bonnie@FeldenkraisInSarasota.com FeldenkraisInSarasota.com

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 941-360-2248 , Bonnie@FeldenkraisInSarasota.com.

FUNCTIONAL & LIFESTYLE WELLNESS

BETTER WELLNESS NATURALLY

Laura Weber Garrison, PhD

8051 N Tamiami Trail, Suite F2, Sarasota 941-260-2941

BetterWellnessNaturally.com

Holistic health therapist and counselor specializing in trauma. Board-certified Drugless Practitioner. Integrative clinical hypnotherapy, yoga-based and somatic therapeutics. Private sessions, groups.

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.

INPIRATIONAL MESSAGES

SPIRITUAL CLASSES & READINGS

Visionary Solutions

Michelle Marie Angel 541-261-4483

VisionarySolutions4Smile.org

NEW CLASSES! “Anchoring in Your Highest Vibration” on Thursdays 2-3:30pm and “Meditation and Manifesting” on Fridays 3-4:30 at the Higher Realm. Intuitive readings in Sarasota. Ascension Mastery Intensive second Saturdays at Integrated Healing Arts Center. Online Spiritual classes. Visit VisionarySolutions4Smile.org or text Michelle at 541-261-4483. Also see: Smile4Love.com and MichelleMarieAngel.com.

MEDIUMSHIP & SPIRITUAL READINGS

INTERNATIONAL MEDIUM, SPIRITUAL INTUITIVE & CLAIRVOYANT

Caroline Crawford

Messages from the spirit world with clarity and compassion.

941-402-9595 • CarolineCrawford.org

CarolineCrawfordorg@gmail.com

Highly gifted British Medium and Master Healer, 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 with renewed confidence and optimism. Touching hearts for over four decades, Caroline is currently based in Sarasota. By appointment only, in person, by phone or zoom.

MINDFULNESS

YOGAYELY

Yely Staley. e-RYT 500H & YACEP Bilingual Mindful Coach Book your complimentary consultation at: YogaYely.com

Helping people live their most authentic lives. You can feel balanced, grounded, peaceful, and good about yourself by cultivating sustainable yoga, meditation, and selfcare practices.

MENS SEXUAL HEALTH

AMERICAN VITALITY MEDICAL GROUP

3260 Fruitville Road, STE C Sarasota • 727-273-7328

AmericanVitalityMedical.com

ATTENTION

MEN: Supercharge Your SEX Life &Be the Hero in the Bedroom again! In our technological age, almost all cases of Erectile Dysfunction and PD are completely reversible. Plaque build-up in the arteries worsens as we age. This arterial plaque build-up inhibits the blood flow needed to get or maintain an erection. This is the main cause of ED.

At American Vitality Medical Group we only use state of the art acoustic wave therapy technology, proven to remove the plaque build-up in the circulatory system and stimulate the growth of new blood vessels, thereby substantially increasing blood flow to the penis. This results in longer, harder erections. There are no drugs, no needles, and no pain. This non-invasive technology is the #1 recommended treatment for ED by The American Urological Association. Call Now at 727-273-7328 for your free no-risk consultation, and complimentary ultra-sound. Our success rate is unsurpassed. American Vitality Medical Group-Longevity You Can Trust.

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 7 days a week 11am-9pm.

PAIN MANAGEMENTNECK AND BACK PAIN

DISC CENTERS OF AMERICA/SARASOTA

Dr. David Cifra, DC

Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Specialist

Office: 941-358-2224 • Cell: 315-345-7390 DrCifra@SarasotaDiscCenter.com www.SarasotaDiscCenter.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 941-358-2224. FREE CONSULTATION.

PET SUPPLIES

PET SUPPLY CENTER

Natural & Holistic Premium Pet Foods 3558 Webber Street, Sarasota 941-925-4376

PetSupplyCenter@gmail.com

PetSupplyCenterSarasota.com

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!

REIKI CERTIFICATIONS

FAM CUISINE

Vegan Eatery/Meal Prep Service 1331 10th Street, Sarasota 941-445-7125

Famcuisine.com

Certified Kosher and 100% Vegan. Cooking from the ground up, beginning with the freshest ingredients, sourced locally, seasonal and grown by earth-loving folks. Offering small catering, meal prep service and our location on 10th St. Come stop by for your taste buds to experience honest food. Open Mon-Sat 9am-3pm.

ORGANIC SALON

HAIR & EARTH ORGANIC SALON

200 Central Ave, Suite 18, Sarasota 941-284-9563

• HairandEarth.SalonsByJC.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.SalonsByJC.com

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. Store hours, Tues-Fri 10am-5pm, and Sat 11am-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

5041 Ringwood MeadowsBldg G-2 • Sarasota CCOSL.com Facebook/Instgram/Twitter

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.

THERMOGRAPHY

FLORIDA MEDICAL THERMOGRAPHY

June Drennon, CCT 2008

JuneDrennon@TampaBayThermography.com 727-729-2711

FloridaMedicalThermography.com JuneDrennon@FloridaMedicalThermography.com

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.

WELLNESS CENTER

HEAL YOUR MIND, BODY & SPIRIT

Rev. Victoria Stitzer, CHT, Master of NLP, EFT Reiki Master/Teacher, Pranic & Thetahealer 30+ years of pro experience 702-482-3719 • TransformVegas.com

Spiritual Counseling, Guided Imagery, Past Life Regressions, Mental Telepathy, DNA Activation, Customized Ayurvedic Nutritional Programs, Chinese Cupping for Pain Relief.Stateof-the-Art Mind-Body Technology, Far-infrared Sauna w/o EMF emission, Virtual Vacations using Mind Machine, Complete Bioscan of 700+ Body Meridians with Precise Frequency Corrections, Zero Gravity Massage, Lazer Far-Infrared Foot Detox with pH balancing.

YOGA

WILD GINGER APOTHECARY

6557 Superior Avenue (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. Tue-Fri 10am-5pm and Sat 11am-5pm.

Natural Virus Killer

Copper can stop a virus

before it starts

By Doug Cornell

Scientists have discovered a natural way to kill germs fast. Now thousands of people are using it against viruses and bacteria that cause illness.

Colds and many other illnesses start when viruses get in your nose and multiply. If you don’t stop them early, they spread and cause misery.

Hundreds of studies confirm copper kills viruses and bacteria almost instantly just by touch.

That’s why ancient Greeks and Egyptians used copper to purify water and heal wounds. They didn’t know about viruses and bacteria, but now we do.

“The antimicrobial activity of copper is well established.” National Institutes of Health.

Scientists say copper’s high conductance disrupts the electrical balance in a microbe cell and destroys it in seconds.

The EPA recommended hospitals use copper for touch surfaces like faucets and doorknobs. This cut the spread of MRSA and other illnesses by over half, and saved lives.

The strong scientific evidence gave inventor Doug Cornell an idea. He made a smooth copper probe

with a tip to fit in the bottom of the nostril, where viruses collect.

When he felt a tickle in his nose like a cold about to start, he rubbed the copper gently in his nose for 60 seconds.

“It worked!” he exclaimed. “The cold never happened. I used to get 2-3 bad colds every year. Now I use my device whenever I feel a sign I am about to get sick.”

He hasn’t had a cold in 10 years.

Users say:

“It works! I love it!”

“I can’t believe how good my nose feels.”

“Is it supposed to work that fast?” “One of the best presents ever.” “Sixteen flights, not a sniffle!”

“Cold sores gone!”

“It saved me last holidays. The kids all got sick, but not me.”

“I am shocked! My sinus cleared, no more headache, no more congestion.”

“Best sleep I’ve had in years!”

After his first success with it, he asked relatives and friends to try it. They all said it worked, so he patented CopperZap® and put it on the market.

Soon hundreds of people had tried it. 99% said copper worked if they used it right away at the first sign of germs, like a tickle in the nose or a scratchy throat.

Longtime users say they haven’t been sick in years. They have less stress, less medical costs, and more time to enjoy life.

Soon people found other things they could use it against.

Colds Flu

Virus variants

Sinus trouble

Cold sores

Fever blisters

Canker sores

Strep throat

Night stuffiness

Morning congestion

Nasal drip

Infected sores

Infected wounds Styes Warts Ringworm Other microbial threats

The handle is curved and textured to increase contact. Copper can kill germs picked up on fingers and hands after you touch things other people have touched.

The EPA says copper works just as well when tarnished.

Dr. Bill Keevil led one of the science teams. He placed millions of viruses on a copper surface. “They started to die literally as soon as they touched it.”

CopperZap® is made in the USA of pure copper. It has a 90-day full money back guarantee. Price $79.95. Get $10 off each CopperZap with code NATA34.

Go to www.CopperZap.com or call toll-free 1-888-411-6114. Buy once, use forever.

Statements are not intended as product health claims and have not been evaluated by the FDA. Not claimed to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

New research: Copper kills viruses in seconds.