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s I collected my thoughts in preparation to write this letter in honor of Women’s Health month, the term “mother lode” came to mind. The definition of mother lode means an abundant source. Truth be told however, when this idea came to me, my spelling of the word came to be mother LOAD. “Mother load” also means abundant source, but abundance in terms of too much! Along with being publisher of this wonderful magazine, I am the mother of 3 six year old children. Three beautiful, bright, creative and joy-filled children. I am blessed beyond measure and I know it. I also know the “load” that can sometimes come with three lovely children, and I am not just talking about the mountain of dirty clothes that is hiding behind my laundry room door. Women have traditionally been the managers of their homes, fulfilling multiple roles as cook, maid, nurse, chauffeur, bookkeeper, businesswoman, daughter, sister, wife, mother and friend. We are multi-taskers extraordinaire and I am no exception. As a “type A” personality, I have my long-established pattern: to ignore my personal needs and busy myself micromanaging life for my family. But I can take this too far, because eventually, at least in my case, the load can become too much to carry and I need to stop and ask for assistance for the sake of my own physical and mental health. Does any of this sound familiar in your own life? As usual, we have wonderful articles that support us in making our own lives as happy, healthy and peaceful as possible. If you are female and having hormonal issues, check out local herbalist Wendy Creel’s article on herbs for hormonal support on page 9. Are the details in your business life causing you to feel an avalanche of stress? Cristy Crump of Crump & Associates, has written an article on encouraging us to list and prioritize the details of our responsibilities. I even learned about the Pareto Principle in Cristy’s article. If like me, you have never heard of that concept before, check out her article on page 34. Our third local article this month, is by nurse practitioner, Patrice Bullock. Patrice uses her knowledge of functional medicine to educate us on the best way to take care of ourselves everyday, naturally and with intention. Her article can be found on page 24. The magazine this month is full of other great content including articles on foods for ageless beauty, therapeutic massage, healthy pregnancy and natural beauty regimens. Next month we celebrate the wonderful men in our lives, the men who love us, honor us and support us as we exist together on this planet. Speaking of Mother Earth, let us remember her in this time of spring renewal. Just as we, as women, need to honor our own needs and good health practices, we need to stand up and care for Mother Earth with the needs that she has to continue to provide us with life sustaining support. May this magazine always inspire you to take care of yourself and our planet in the most natural and peaceful ways possible.

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May 2011

Two New Brain Gym® Workshops Offered

Local Garden Helps Educate Community Residents

r. Carla Hannaford is a world-renowned author, biologist and educator who has presented her research and movement methods in over thirty countries over the past three decades. Her books, “Smart Moves: Why Learning Isn’t All in Your Head”, and “The Dominance Factor: How Knowing Your Dominant Eye, Ear, Brain, Hand and Foot Can Improve Your Learning” have been nationwide best sellers with parents, educators and therapists. In her work and courses, she explores the topics of kinesthetic movement, neurological function, how stress impacts performance and the role of play in learning. Both of these topics will be covered in her two day workshop on the Physiology of Learning being held on May 17th and 18th. In her most recent book, “Playing in the Unified Field: Raising and Becoming Conscious, Creative Human Beings”, she explores the timely topics of emotion, energy, resonance, intention, vibrational fields and contemporary research revolving around experiential learning and ideas such as “living in the moment”. Her two-day seminar, “Physiology of In-Depth” on May 21th and 22nd. explores these topics to a deeper degree in a personalized and profound manner empowering individuals with a variety of tools to use for personal growth. Brain Gym® has been used in Tallahassee classrooms and senior centers for over a decade. Cynthia Gaines, a veteran, award-winning educator, has shared that “Brain Gym is one of the most important strategies I have encountered in my 30 years of teaching”.

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atural Awakenings Publishing Corp. (NAPC) recently welcomed a group of new publishers that completed an April training program at the corporate headquarters in Naples, Florida. The NAPC training staff spent several days with entrepreneurs from Las Vegas, Colorado Springs and Mercer County, New Jersey, plus a new owner of the Pensacola, Florida, edition and one of the current publishers of the Atlanta edition. Company CEO Sharon Bruckman launched the first edition of Natural Awakenings in 1994 and began franchising it in 1999. The company currently publishes 89 Natural Awakenings magazines throughout the United States and in Puerto Rico, with a collective readership exceeding 3 million. For a list of where Natural Awakenings is publishing or to learn more about franchising opportunities, visit NaturalAwakeningsMag.com or call 239-5301377. 6

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he Fort Braden Community Garden is a great place for Leon County residents to learn about the benefits of growing their own food. Located about 15 miles southwest of Tallahassee, the Fort Braden Community Garden was created to provide residents the opportunity through garden workshops and eco-friendly services to practice more healthful means by growing their own food. The garden offers a variety of resources for residents to use in order to help them get started with sustainable food practices. The garden is also being used as a tool to help the local economy as well. According to www.energybulletin.net, 17 percent of petroleum demand in the U.S. is for the food production industry. Fort Braden Community Garden staff members and participants hope that the garden will cut down such demands locally. The staff at the Fort Braden Community Garden is also trying to get more Leon County students involved to teach them valuable eco-friendly tips about the environment, gardening, and the benefits of growing their own food. Subjects such as health, science and math would be built in for students through hands-on recreational activities and workshops. Fort Braden’s community garden organizer, Janis Piotrowski, says that she really wants to use the garden as a stepping-stone to also educate students all over the Big Bend region. “We have been trying to get students from the Fort Braden School to use our garden as a reference for environmental education,” Piotrowski said. “Parents have even written us asking for us to push harder for students to come to our garden and learn.” More information about the Fort Braden Community Garden is available at www.fortbradengarden.com. Detailed information is available by calling 850-5753953.

Ships Ahoy to the Land of Joy!

nity Eastside church is offering a fun-filled adventure to the Land of Joy for elementary age children this summer for the week of June 20 to June 24 from 9 am to noon! Using the vacation Bible school format used by other churches during the summer, Unity Eastside has created it’s own Spirit Camp, designed to explore all of the ways we can bring joy into our life and into our world. This nautical-themed camp will feature music, song, movement, arts & crafts, games, and other activities. A unique quality of this camp is it’s focus on recycling, and that change is good! Every child will create their own drum during the week using a recycled ice cream bucket from TCBY. Many of the activities and art projects created will use recycled items as well. The green aspect of the camp allows all members of the Unity Eastside congregation to participate in the camp, even if it is just by donating a few used juice cans! During the week, the church will transform it’s sanctuary into the bow of a ship, and the downstairs fellowship hall will become the ocean. The ship’s itinerary is as follows: Monday – Setting Sail on Calm Seas, Tuesday – Navigating the Seas of Change, Wednesday – Joy Robbers (Pirate Day), Thursday – Decision Point Island and Friday – Sailing into Port: The Land of Joy. If you want to know more, you may contact the church administration office at 656-1678, email admin@unity-eastside.org, or visit our website at www.unityeastside.org.

A Cappella Angels Perform a Spring Serenade

ears the voices of angels when Voces Angelorum Women’s Community Chamber Choir continues its tenth anniversary celebration with their annual spring concert entitled A Cappella Angels. Since its first concert in the fall of 2000, Voces Angelorum (Latin for Voices of Angels) has developed a loyal fan-base, with membership and community sponsorship increasing steadily over its first decade. The nonprofit choral group performs two major concerts a year, in addition to community outreach programs throughout the year. Charles Witmer, Choral Conductor and Artistic Director of the 34-member chamber choir, emphasizes the importance of serving the community. “A major part of our mission is community outreach. We perform for senior centers, retirement communities, schools, churches, civic groups, community events... and once a year at the Children’s Lighthouse, where we sing for the girls, they sing for us, then we sing together. It’s fun for them and rewarding for us.” The A Cappella Angels spring concert takes place Sunday, May 22 at 3:00 PM at Grace Lutheran Church, corner of Miccosukee Rd and Capital Circle NE. The concert is free and open to the public. Childcare is available, and donations are welcome. For information, contact Bethany Cavano at 329-6964, or go to www. vocestally.org.

Healing Arts Alliance Announces 8th Annual Spring Festival

he 8th Annual Healing Arts Alliance Spring Festival will be Sunday, May 15, 12:00 – 5:00 PM on the banks of beautiful Lake Ella. This will be the 8th year the Healing Arts Alliance sponsors a fundraiser for a local human services agency. Proceeds from this year’s festival will benefit ECHO Outreach Ministries in their quest to assist people in crisis and poverty in our community. The festival features an eclectic array of natural food vendors, including Soul Veg and Taste Budz, entertainment from a variety of Tallahassee’s finest musicians and dance groups, activities for children and an opportunity to meet and learn from regional alternative and holistic health practitioners. Plus, there will be chair massage, Reiki treatments, raw food demonstrations, environmental and green living exhibits, nature crafts and more. There is no admission fee, but please do bring canned food and/or other items from ECHO’s Wish List, which can be found at www.echotally.org. ECHO will have a table there for those who wish to make monetary donations to the ministry, and information for those who are in need of ECHO’s services. Healing Arts Alliance, or HAA, encourages healing arts and alternative medical practitioners who want to share information and promote their practice to register as a vendor. Individuals or organizations who offer health-related products or services are encouraged to register as well. Registration is free for nonprofit organizations, a $25 donation for Healing Arts Alliance Members, and a $40 donation for all other vendors. To register, contact Vicki Westmoreland at vickiswish@ yahoo.com or 545-1368. For questions about the festival in general, send an email to songbirdbethany@gmail.com. To learn more about the Healing Arts Alliance and ECHO, visit their websites at: www.HealingArtsAlliance.org and www.echo.org.

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Hot Flashes Signal Good News

omen who have experienced hot flashes and other menopausal symptoms may have as much as a 50 percent lower risk of developing the most common forms of breast cancer than postmenopausal women who have never had such symptoms, according to a new study by the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. Commenting on the study, breast cancer Oncologist Dr. Stefan Gluck, of the University of Miami’s Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, observes that the reduction in risk evidently linked to a natural decrease in estrogen is substantial. “At age 50, a woman has on average, a 2 percent risk of getting breast cancer; so if she experiences menopausal symptoms, the risk is suddenly only 1 percent,” he says.

More Reasons to See a Dentist Regularly

study led by a University of California researcher gives women an extra incentive to visit their dentist regularly. Data collected from nearly 7,000 participants suggests that women who receive regular dental care reduce their risk of heart attacks, strokes and other cardiovascular problems by at least one-third. The findings, published in the journal Health Economics, compared people who visited the dentist during the last two years with those who did not.

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How Laser Heat Fights Wrinkles

aser treatments have long been widely used by beauticians and dermatologists to smooth wrinkles; now research reveals why the treatments work. Susanna Dams, Ph.D., describes the process in her biomedical engineering doctoral dissertation for Eindhoven University of Technology. The principle of laser therapy involves introducing heat under the skin with precision. Dams first tested the effect of heat on cell cultures by giving them heat shocks of 113 degrees and 140 degrees Fahrenheit without a laser, to exclude possible effects generated by the laser light. Next, she conducted similar tests on pieces of excised human skin. Finally, she heated pieces of skin with a laser. The results showed that the heat shocks led to increased production of collagen—a crucial factor in natural skin rejuvenation that declines after the age of 25, causing wrinkles to form and skin to sag. The best rejuvenation effect in Dams’ research resulted from a heat shock of 113 degrees lasting eight to 10 seconds; her work further showed that just two seconds at the higher temperature damages skin cells.

Healthy Herbal

Hormone Therapy by Wendy Creel

any women do not know that there is an abundance of help when it comes to feeding and balancing the hormones, in order to help alleviate the discomfort experienced during PMS, or menopause. The good Lord has created and provided a wide variety of plants to furnish the human body with the raw material, or food, necessary to produce live, vital materials your cells use to create hormones every day. In our basic understanding, a woman’s ovaries start producing less estrogen during the onset of menopause. Luckily, the body is able to produce estrogen from sources other than the ovaries before menopause and continue after menopause. There are herbs that contain plant estrogens, which are bioavailable to the human body. The estrogenic herbs are: Fennel, Sage, Black Cohosh, Dong Quai, Anise, Burdock, Alfalfa and Ginseng. When you look to supply the body with herbal sources of phytoestrogen, you need to remember that you must supply the body daily, a few times per day and on an ongoing basis. Let’s examine some of the benefits from estrogen-producing herbs. Alfalfa is known as “the father of all foods”. It contains a rich storehouse of the vital minerals calcium,

potassium, magnesium, phosphorus and sodium, plus eight active enzymes to aid in digestion. Alfalfa is a pituitary gland nutrient and is also a specific herb for arthritis and youthful flexible joints. Sage has been used with remarkable success to counteract night sweats and normalize sexual desire. In addition to helping the body supply estrogen, Black Cohosh supports adrenal gland function, acts as a sedative for upset nerves, increases the pulse and equalizes circulation. It is given in small and frequent doses for migraines. Our estrogenic herbs are often combined with progesterone herbs such as Licorice root, Sarsaparilla and Wild Yam. Most of us have heard of Wild Yam as it is used in progesterone creams. Many women have had great success with these creams. Wild Yam contains saponins that act like sex and anti-stress hormones. From these, women make DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone), which is found in all healthy tissue. The human body can make a whole host of hormones from this source. Lower levels of DHEA are known to exist with heart disease, so Wild Yam helps to feed your heart, as well. Sarsaparilla is an excellent source of energy to recover from exhaustion and helps combat the ill effects of stress. It is a superb hormone source for both men and women and also has a long history of preventing and eliminating venereal disease. Licorice Root not only tastes great, but it can help satisfy sugar cravings. Along with being an estrogenic herb, Licorice Root supports the hormone manufacturing glands known as the adrenals. Another common herb most people are familiar with is Vitex or Chaste Tree Berry. This is an adaptogenic herb that functions in several different ways, depending on what is needed in the internal environment of the person. Vitex can be used in apparently conflicting and diverse symptoms. Clinical evidence in Germany demonstrates that Chaste Tree Berries cause the production or reduction of several female hormones, depending on what is needed and what must be balanced for optimum health. What this implies, and what science cannot duplicate, is that herbs, which are foods, have the ability to act intelligently. Ginseng is also an adaptogenic herb that helps us counteract stress, oxygenates the tissues, builds immunity, nourishes the glandular system and promotes longevity. Can we say that about any other hormone replacement? I think the answer is no. While this may seem a little confusing, do not worry. Herbalists for centuries have combined the appropriate herbs to ensure women get estrogenic, progesterone and adaptogenic herbs in proper combinations. A personal favorite is a formula that combines Wild Yam, Chaste Tree Berries and Dong Quai. This particular herbal formula is recommended over and over again with great success. Remember that the Lord has created an abundance of herbs (food) to balance, restore and revive the human body. Be well! Wendy Creel is a Naturopath and Master Herbalist living in Tallahassee, Fl with her husband, 2 children, 3 dogs and 2 cats. www.herbalhealer.info. natural awakenings

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BABY ON BOARD PREPARING FOR PREGNANCY & MOTHERHOOD

by Jessica Iclisoy

It’s vital for a woman of any age to physically prepare for pregnancy and motherhood, for the health of both the mother and the baby. Start by speaking with a trusted medical practitioner, and then consider the following practical advice, geared to keep everyone healthy and happy through every stage of the childbirth process.

Get your body in shape. According to Mairi Breen Rothman, a certified nurse-midwife with the M.A.M.A.S., Inc. home birth practice, in Takoma Park, Maryland, being in shape ensures a healthier pregnancy. “Pregnancy is hard work, and the more strength you have, especially in your core, back and legs, the better you’ll feel during pregnancy,” she advises. Being in good physical shape before pregnancy can also make it easier to stay fit during the nine months that follow.

Getting Ready for Pregnancy

Start eating better. A balanced, organic diet provides the nutrients needed to raise a healthy developing baby. “During pregnancy, the baby is very much a part of its mother’s body,” says Rothman. “That means eating toxin-free foods, which cuts back on chemicals found in the mom’s body, will also limit chemical exposure to the baby.” Also remember to take a prenatal vitamin; a study by the MRC Epidemiology Resource Centre, at the University of Southampton, in the UK, found that only 5.5 percent of the 238 pregnant women monitored had taken the recommended 400 micrograms of folic acid each day prior to becoming pregnant.

Stop taking birth control pills. If you’ve been using a hormonal method of birth control, your doctor may want you to take several months off before trying to conceive. Doing so allows your cycles to regulate and clears your body of any lingering manmade hormones; use another form of non-hormonal birth control during this time.

Take care of chronic medical conditions. If you have diabetes, high blood pressure or asthma, for example, get it under control before becoming pregnant. Apprise your healthcare professional of any family health problems, so he or she can plan ahead once you conceive.

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Having a Healthy Pregnancy Take prenatal yoga. “Prenatal yoga not only promotes long, lean and supple muscles, it also helps with breathing, which is important during labor and delivery,” counsels Rothman. Yoga also helps open the hip and pelvic joints and eases the aches and pains of pregnancy. The cat-cow pose, in particular, benefits the lower back, promotes circulation and even helps move the baby into the proper birth position. Limit exposure to toxins. Examine the labels of products you regularly use—especially skincare and cleaning products—and banish anything that contains a toxic soup of chemicals; if you can’t pronounce an ingredient, it’s probably not good for you or your growing baby. Research from leading institutions such as the University of California– Berkeley and the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health has linked personal care and cleaning product ingredients to endocrine disruption, neurotoxicity, developmental and reproductive disorders and cancer. There are now plenty of easy-to-find, toxin-free product alternatives. Green cleaners are available at most grocery stores and CosmeticsDatabase.com offers helpful guidance on safe beauty products suggested by the nonprofit Environmental Working Group. Research alternative therapies. Taking drugs for common medical problems such as headaches, colds and muscle pain isn’t always the best approach. Speak with your midwife or obstetrician about options like acupuncture, massage and homeopathy. According to a study published in Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica, Swedish researchers found acupuncture to be effective in relieving back and pelvic pain during pregnancy; of the 1,500 pregnant participants, 60 percent of those who tried acupuncture reported substantial pain relief.

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world renowned Neurophysiologist, Learning Specialist and Educator Dr. Carla Hannaford, Ph.D. This special four day engagement starts: May 17th and 18th: Physiology of Learning May 21st & 22nd: Physiology of In-Depth

Natural Mothering Strategies Breast is best. Although breast-feeding isn’t super easy, it’s the healthiest option. “Human milk is meant for human babies, so it’s exactly formulated to be just what babies need and what they can easily digest,” notes Rothman. Breastfeeding gives babies an immunity boost, so that they tend to get sick less often and receive just the right nutrition; it also provides a sense of comfort, warmth and security that bottle feeding can’t match. Use natural remedies for illness. Aromatherapy and homeopathy remedies work to reduce mothers’ and babies’ exposure to over-the-counter drugs. For instance, eucalyptus makes a good natural decongestant; simply add a few drops into the bath, a diffuser or even onto a cotton ball that can be placed on a bedside table, for a soothing scent. Be sure to talk with your doctor about any natural measures that you are taking to support family health. Jessica Iclisoy, a holistic mother and founder of California Baby natural baby care products, writes about natural living from Beverly Hills, CA. Connect at Jessica@CaliforniaBaby.com.

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Sustainable Beauty

Pamper Yourself—and the Planet— with an Eco-Friendly Routine by Sally Farhat Kassab

efore slathering or spraying a product on your body, it’s worth asking yourself: Do I really need this? Can I find a different product with more natural ingredients and less packaging to recycle? How can I beautify myself without dirtying the planet? Try these 12 simple tips to green your daily routine.

USE LESS WATER: We each use about 100 gallons of water a day, and most of it goes right down the drain—flushing detergents, foaming agents, artificial oils, colors and scents into the

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ecosystem. An easy way to use less water is to skip a daily shampoo; for most hair types, every other day is fine and for curly hair, once a week is plenty. Inbetween shampoos, try a dry shampoo or hair powder to reduce the amount of grease. Limit yourself to a three- to seven-minute shower (a kitchen timer can help you keep track), and save both shaving and brushing your teeth for outside the shower.

DRY SMARTER: Air-dry your hair or use an eco-friendly blow dryer. “Reduce drying time and conserve energy by drying at the roots only, using a round brush and nozzle,” advises Amanda Freeman, founder of VitalJuiceDaily.com, an

reduce packaging, shampoos Want a More in8large Want a buy More bottles that you can pour into Natural Natural reusable smaller ones for ease of handling. If you buy a body wash or lotion COLOR SAFER: At home and at the Approach? Approach? from a spa, ask if you can return and 3salon, look for ammonia-free hair eco-friendly wellness e-newsletter. “Let the ends air-dry and prevent flyaways by using a [nontoxic] anti-frizz serum.”

colors, counsels Stuart Gavert, of Gavert Atelier Salon, in Beverly Hills, who uses non-ammonia color treatments, never lets excess color go down the sink, and recycles the aluminum foils used during highlighting.

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Bicycle Economy

May is National Bike Month Bikeway networks are emerging along urban, lowtraffic streets as residents employ increasing pedal power in cities like Cambridge, Massachusetts; New York City; Portland, Oregon; and San Francisco. Tourism and transportation trend watchers note that the amount of on-street bicycle parking provides a ready gauge to how rider-friendly a city is. Still, according to the findings of a National Household Travel Survey that 40 percent of all trips we make are two miles or less, the International Bicycle Fund (IBF) reports that Americans choose a bike over a car for only 11 percent of these trips. In Europe, which favors walkable cities, Amsterdam commuters lead the way by choosing their bikes 28 percent of the time, followed by 20 percent in Denmark, 10 percent in Germany, 8 percent in the United Kingdom and 5 percent in both France and Italy (versus 1 percent by U.S. city commuters). According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, at least a quarter of Americans age 16 and older will likely ride a bicycle sometime this summer. The National Survey of Pedestrian and Bicyclist Attitudes notes that 26 percent of American bicyclists ride for recreation, and 24 percent for health. Additional reasons include getting home (14 percent), errands (14 percent), visiting (10 percent), commuting to school or work (5 percent) and “other.” BikeLeague.org, the official website for Bike-to-Work Week, May 16-20, hosts a searchable database of bike clubs and ride resources.

Smile Factor

Which States Have the Happiest People? A telephone survey conducted from January 1 through December 31, 2010, randomly sampling the views of more than 350,000 U.S. adults, shows that Hawaii ranks in first place in terms of residents’ happiness, earning a rating of 71 on a 100-point scale. Other winners in the Top 10 happiness sweepstakes are Wyoming, North Dakota, Alaska, Colorado, Minnesota, South Dakota, Utah, Connecticut and Massachusetts. Even West Virginia, which ranked last, earned 61.7 points. The survey, conducted by the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index, looked at six categories of well-being. These included life evaluation (self-evaluation about one’s present life situation and what is anticipated in five years); emotional health; work environment (such as job satisfaction); physical health; healthy behavior; and basic access to services like health care, a safe place to walk, and community. “When human beings give you an answer on a numerical scale about how satisfied they are with their lives, it is best to pay attention,” comments Andrew Oswald of the University of Warwick, UK, based on his 2008 findings from a similar survey of 1.3 million Americans. “Their answers are reliable.” For the rankings of all 50 states, see tinyurl.com/ 4lre9tk. For the daily national happiness index, see Well-BeingIndex.com. 14

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Breast-feeding Benefits Now Recognized by the IRS Until its 2011 decision for the 2010 tax year, the Internal Revenue Service did not classify breast-feeding supplies as tax deductible because it viewed them as nutritional benefits, instead of medical care expenses. Now, under a new ruling, nursing mothers can write off breast-feeding equipment if they have flexible spending accounts or if their total medical expenses exceed 7.5 percent of their adjusted gross income. U.S. Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin has issued a call to action to support breast-feeding, stating that it can protect babies from infections and illnesses, including pneumonia and diarrhea. Breast-fed babies are also less likely to develop asthma and to become obese, according to the report. First Lady Michelle Obama has declared her support for breastfeeding as part of her campaign against child obesity. The American Academy of Pediatrics has spent years trying to roll back the push for infant formula, trumpeting the benefits of breastfeeding exclusively for the first six months of life (the World Health Organization promotes breast-feeding for two years). A recent Harvard Medical School study published in the journal Pediatrics estimated that if 90 percent of American women breast-fed, 900 premature, infant deaths would be prevented and patients and hospitals would see savings of $13 billion in lost wages and saved health care costs.

Farm Aid

Maine Town Passes Landmark Local Food Ordinance Residents of Sedgwick, Maine, have unanimously voted to adopt a Local Food and Self-Governance Ordinance, setting a precedent for other towns looking to preserve small-scale farming and food processing. Sedgwick is the first town in the state, and perhaps the nation, to exempt direct farm sales from state and federal licensing and inspection. The ordinance also exempts foods made in the home kitchen, similar to the Michigan Cottage Food Law passed last year, but without caps on gross sales or restrictions on types of exempt foods. Local farmer Bob St. Peter explains: “This ordinance creates favorable conditions for beginning farmers and cottage-scale food processors to try out new products, and to make the most of each season’s bounty.” St. Peter, who serves on the board of the National Family Farm Coalition (nffc. net), based in Washington, D.C., sees this as a model ordinance for rural economic development. “It’s tough making a go of it in rural America,” he continues. “Rural working people have always had to do a little of this and a little of that to make ends meet. But up until the last couple of generations, we didn’t need a special license or new facility each time we wanted to sell something to our neighbors.” As a result, “Small farmers and producers have been getting squeezed out in the name of food safety, yet it’s the industrial food that is causing food-borne illness, not us.” Read the Local Food and Self-Governance Ordinance at tinyurl.com/46kswcm.

Urban Forest

Tree Banner Design Contests Sprout in U.S. Cities Banners created by local designers, artists and students are appearing on light posts at high-traffic locations throughout cities participating in the Urban Forest Project. Each banner’s design must be a metaphor for the tree, a symbol of sustainability, and a visual statement about valuing the environment. Originally conceived by Worldstudio to promote going green and bring life to light posts in New York City’s Times Square in 2006, the project has taken root in Albuquerque, Baltimore, Denver, Portland, Oregon, and Toledo, Ohio. New, colorfully eco-conscious tree banners will be sprouting this spring in San Francisco, Tacoma, Washington, and Washington, D.C. “We anticipate the artwork and banners… will act as a visual awareness of the importance of maintaining a healthy canopy in not only our city, but throughout the world,” says Adrian M. Fenty, former mayor of the District of Columbia. After they were removed from Times Square, the banners were recycled into one-of-a-kind tote bags, with sales proceeds going to mentoring programs and the creative arts in New York City. Initially, “That was supposed to be the end of the story, except the project apparently had resonance with a lot of people from different communities,” says Andréa Pellegrino of Worldstudio. “We started receiving unsolicited outreach from communities all over the world.” Learn more at ufp-global.com.

Sustainable Future LOHAS Provides Blueprint for Strong Businesses

Approximately 19 percent of U.S. adults, or 41 million consumers, are part of the Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability (LOHAS) demographic that eco- and health-conscious companies and entrepreneurs seek to do business with. Two 2011 LOHAS conferences will bring these business owners together to network, share information, and inspire a sustainable future for the world. As they reinvent and reposition themselves in the evolving marketplace, these business people maintain a pivotal triple-bottom line principle of people, planet and profit. The first regional conference will be held at the University of Minnesota, in Minneapolis, on May 12. Then, the annual LOHAS Forum 2011 will take place in Boulder, Colorado, from June 22 to 24. Topics will revolve

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estimated $290 billion U.S. marketplace for goods and services related to health, the environment, social justice, personal development and sustainable living. Executive Director Ted Ning comments: “LOHAS consumers are the early adopters of society and are the educators of family and friends. They are always pushing for the next best thing. Once something becomes integrated they seek and push for the next innovation. For example, hybrid cars were a big push five years ago; now it is electric vehicles. As society evolves, so do they; thus they are always on the cutting edge of what is next.” One telling result: “Now you can’t open a magazine or turn on the TV without seeing some sort of LOHAS-oriented ad.” To register, visit lohas.com/ forum. For an interview with Ted Ning, see tinyurl.com/4f6meeh.

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GMOs Untold Risks, Unanswered Questions and Needed Action by Melinda Hemmelgarn

Anyone walking into a typical American supermarket finds a dizzying display of more than 40,000 products, the majority of which are processed foods. According to the Grocery Manufacturers Association, at least 75 percent of the processed foods contain one or more genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, most likely from corn, soy and canola. With the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s recent approval of GMO alfalfa and sugar beets, non-GMO choices will grow even narrower. What is a health-conscious consumer to do?

emeritus at Purdue University. Huber is concerned about concentrations of glyphosate residues in our food system that are toxic to human organs and hormone systems. According to the American Academy of Environmental Medicine, “There is more than a casual association between GMO foods and adverse health effects.” Scientists familiar with the technology warn about the risk for new allergens, toxins and unpredictable, hard-to-detect side effects. Even the President’s Cancer Panel Report advises against choosing foods grown with pesticides, herbicides and chemical fertilizers. “The main reason for making genetically engineered (GE) crops is to sell more pesticides,” explains Warren Porter, Ph.D., a biologist at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. “We can count on GE foods having higher concentrations of pesticides.” Most Americans are shocked to learn that for decades now, they’ve been blindly purchasing and feeding their families GE foods, not to mention toxic herbicide residues. Unlike other developed countries, the U.S. government does not require labels on GMO foods, leaving citizens to shop— and eat—in the dark.

Dangerous Developments Heads Up What many people don’t realize is that the majority of GMO crops have been genetically engineered to withstand spraying with herbicides, such as Monsanto’s Roundup. Its active toxic ingredient, glyphosate, is systemically transported throughout the plant and into our environment and food chain. “We’ve never had such extensive use of one herbicide,” says Don Huber, Ph.D., a plant pathologist and professor 16

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Thanks to lobbying by the biotechnology industry, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has taken the stand that GMOs are “substantially equivalent” to their non-genetically modified counterparts. Therefore, labeling a GMO food product would be admitting that the GE products are somehow different. However, genetically modified crops are different. Huber says that when scientists insert genetic material from one organism into another that would not normally crossbreed or

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be possible with standard breeding programs, they disrupt an entire system. “In agriculture, you can’t do just one thing without changing a lot of other things in the process,” he explains. It’s really changing the interrelationships of other genes, with unintended consequences. Huber warns, “Any time we have a single gene modification extensively used throughout our agricultural production system, it leaves us extremely vulnerable.” For example, both Huber and Porter explain that glyphosate disrupts the soil’s complex microbiological system, critical for delivering micronutrients to plants. This both increases the plants’ susceptibility to diseases and reduces the nutritional quality of food crops. Farmers were told that GMO technology could simplify weed control and increase yields. Yet, according to The Organic Center, since the introduction of GE crops, nationwide pesticide use has increased substantially, by a total of more than 300 million pounds in its first 13 years, and we can expect those numbers to continue to climb. The Union of Concerned Scientists reports that claims for higher yields have fallen short, as well. Now, new superweeds have developed resistance to glyphosate, and the biotech giants have responded by promoting new GE plants, resistant to stronger herbicides such as 2,4-D. The Pesticide Action Network of North America continues to collect research that links this suspected endocrine disruptor to thyroid problems, prostate cancer, reproductive abnormalities, Parkinson’s disease and delays in brain development. Both Porter and Chuck Benbrook, chief scientist at The Organic Center, warn that, as confirmed in multiple studies, pregnant women and children are most susceptible to harm. Making matters worse, in the State of Organic Seed report, the Organic Seed Alliance states that there is, “unwanted spread of GE pollen and seed into organic agricultural systems,” and the genetic contamination of non-GMO crops. Chris Blanchard, an organic farmer in Decorah, Iowa, worries about the worldwide environmental impact of GMO crops. “Because genes flow in the environment, and because GMO crops are so widespread,” he explains, “it doesn’t take long before every variety in a species is contaminated with modified genes to some degree.”

Roundup Ready alfalfa grieves him the most, Blanchard confides. “Alfalfa is pollinated by bees, which can travel for miles, so we can be certain that seed stocks will be contaminated, threatening the livelihoods of organic farmers.”

What We Can Do It’s up to informed consumers to increase demand for nonGMO and organic foods. Here’s an effective action plan to protect our health and save Planet Earth. n Read ingredient labels and vote with your food dollars. Reject products likely to contain GMOs, such as dextrose, corn starch, corn syrup or corn sugar, soy lecithin, canola and cottonseed oils, and sugar from sugar beets. n Choose certified organic foods. They are our single best bet for avoiding GMO ingredients, synthetic pesticides, chemical fertilizers, antibiotics and hormones. n Call or write President Obama, your state representatives and food manufacturers. Voice opposition to GMO crops and demand GMO-food labeling. n Grow some food using organic seeds. n Stay informed and don’t be duped. Here are some helpful resources: Center for Food Safety, CenterForFoodSafety.org Radio interviews with Warren Porter (2/18/10) and Don Huber (4/21/11) on kopn.org, tinyurl.com/yjhurre The Organic Center, Organic-Center.org American Academy of Environmental Medicine’s Genetically Modified Food Position Paper, aaemonline.org/gmopost.html Melinda Hemmelgarn is a registered dietitian and awardwinning writer and radio host based in Columbia, MO. Reach her at FoodSleuth@gmail.com and tune in to Food Sleuth Radio at kopn.org.

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Natural Beauty — HEAD TO TOE A Holistic Guide to Looking Your Best by Frances Lefkowitz

skin, as well, and comprises vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins and healthy fats, such as olive oil. As for key foods, helpful antioxidants are found in berries and brightly colored fruits; Tannis especially likes kiwis and raspberries. Seeds and nuts have well-known anti-inflammatory properties, as well as minerals that form the building blocks of healthy skin and hair. Studies in the British Journal of Nutrition and elsewhere indicate that omega-3 oil, from borage, flaxseed, or fatty, saltwater fish like salmon can help hydrate the skin and reduce puffiness. According to research from the University of Brussels, silica—present in cucumbers, rhubarb, bean sprouts and other veggies—seems to play a role in skin hydration, as well as the formation of healthy nails and hair. Because skin, nails and hair all need a range of nutrients to grow, repair, and rejuvenate, Tannis also suggests a good multivitamin supplement. Finally, drinking plenty of water is vital to keeping skin hydrated from the inside out.

s it true that, You’re only as pretty as you feel? Yes, says Alan Dattner, a New York medical doctor and pioneer in holistic dermatology. “The most important thing that people can do for beauty,” he says, “is to come from peace, joy, appreciation and happiness inside, and let that radiate out on their faces.” Many experts agree: The secret to true beauty is to work from the inside out, as well as the outside in, reducing exposure to toxins of all sorts, including stress, and watching what we put in the body, as well as what we put on it. Here’s how Natural Awakenings’ panel of beauty professionals answered when asked how we can take good care of skin, hair and nails, and look our best, naturally.

SKIN How do I keep my skin resilient, clear and looking youthful? “Lifestyle issues, including stress, have a huge impact on skin,” advises Allison Tannis, a registered holistic nutritionist and author of Feed Your Skin, Starve Your Wrinkles. Before spending money on creams and treatments, look at your eating, sleeping, working, playing and exercising habits. “Stress, whether environmental or internal, increases the body’s production of free radicals, which leads to damage of cells, including skin cells,” Tannis explains. So, anti-stress activities, and just relaxing, boost your appearance. Adequate sleep is also crucial for cellular rejuvenation, which is why signs of sleep deprivation show up in the face immediately, 18

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ranging from pimples and puffiness to creases and dark, under-eye circles. A healthy skin diet is high in antiinflammatory foods and antioxidants that fight free radicals. Tannis notes that, “Inflammation disorganizes the skin’s complex infrastructure that keeps it tight and strong.” Basically, a diet that’s good for the body is great for the www.natallahassee.com

HAIR Labels on my hair care products show a long list of unpronounceable ingredients. Is it possible to get great hair without dumping all these chemicals on it? It’s smart to be concerned about the ingredients in hair care and skincare products, because they are subject to little official regulation and may include ingredients that are not only ineffective,

but harmful to health and damaging to hair and skin. That’s why green living expert Renée Loux, author of Easy Green Living, makes environmentally friendly choices. “If it’s toxic for the Earth, it’s probably toxic for our bodies, too,” she believes. Complex ingredient lists often make it hard to know what we’re applying. Fortunately, consumer advocates like Loux (ReneeLoux.com) and the Environmental Working Group (ewg. org) have done our homework for us. When choosing products, Loux’s rule of thumb is, “plants over petroleum.” In other words, if the primary ingredients—listed in descending order by percentage in a shampoo, conditioner, gel, serum or mousse—are botanical or plant-derived ingredients, you and the planet are probably safe. Petroleum and petrochemicals—which are commonly used in many hair care products and are derived from a non-renewable resource—don’t break down well into natural components in the environment and may be harmful to human health. Loux also pays special attention to the, last few ingredients listed on the label because this is where innocuoussounding toxins often hide, perhaps as a fragrance or colorant. In the shampoo category, Loux likes low-sudsing versions, because suds are typically created by syntheticfoaming agents called sulfates (sodium lauryl sulfate is common) that may irritate skin and poison the environment. With hair color, look for a stylist that uses low-ammonia dyes, or buy them yourself in health food stores and natural pharmacies; temporary colorants are safer than permanent dyes. “The deeper the color, the more important it is to look at the ingredients,” counsels Loux.

FACE With so many products and spa treatments to choose from, I’m confused about what my skin really needs to look its best. What are the basic necessities for a natural skincare routine? Cleansing (morning and night for oily skin, just at bedtime for dry skin) and moisturizing (all skin types) are the

While the European Union has banned 1,100 chemicals from cosmetics, the United States has banned just 10. Only 11 percent of chemicals used in cosmetics in the United States have been assessed for health and safety. ~ The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics (SafeCosmetics.org) basics of daily skincare, according to dermatology physician Jeanette Jacknin, author of Smart Medicine for Your Skin and founder of the J.J.M.D. Botanical Dermatology skincare line. She says that soaps are generally too harsh and drying for facial skin, so use a non-soap cleanser instead, preferably one that is pH balanced. Oily skin will need a toner after washing to control oil secretion, and then a moisturizer, while dry skin can go straight to the moisturizer. “Men’s skin is actually thicker, rougher, and more oily and sweaty than women’s skin,” notes Jacknin. “Also, men have the special challenges of a beard. So, while a man may borrow his wife’s or girlfriend’s lotion, he may also want to find a skincare line made especially for him.” The next two steps in Jacknin’s natural skincare routine are exfoliation, to remove dead skin cells from the skin surface, and facial masks, which deepclean, nourish and revitalize skin. These steps should be done once or twice a week, depending on skin type and the strength of the exfoliator or mask. Exfoliates come in two forms: abrasives, which physically rub off the dead skin cells; and chemical, which dissolve or peel away the surface skin layer. Natural abrasives include oatmeal and sugar granules, while fruit sugars and fruit acids, from pumpkin, apple or papaya, for example, provide natural chemical peels. Look for products with fruit-derived exfoliates or make your own (Jacknin recommends Skin-CareRecipes-and-Remedies.com). Take advantage of professional exfoliation and facial treatments by estheticians and

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WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR Avoid Unpronounceable Toxic Ingredients

he Environmental Working Group is a great resource for evaluating ingredients in beauty products and translating the gobbledygook into plain English. Check out the researchers’ latest findings at CosmeticsDatabase.com. To start, steer clear of these ingredients, identified as most toxic:

Parabens or any ingredient that ends with this word – affects hormones

Each day, the average woman uses a dozen products containing 160 chemicals, while men apply about 80 chemicals to their bodies. However, 64 percent of beauty product users say they use at least some “natural” items. ~ Not Just a Pretty Face: The Ugly Side of the Beauty Industry, by Stacy Malkan

spas that use professional product lines with plant-based ingredients. The final step in any skincare routine is sun protection. Wearing essential clothing, including hats, sunglasses and long sleeves, and

natural, safe, mineral- and plant-based cosmetics is easy, as long as you are realistic. In general, the fewer ingredients used, the safer the product. “Give natural products a bit of time, and don’t be so hard on them,” she suggests. Her natural eyeliner requires reapplying a few times a day, she says. “But I’m willing to do that for my health.” Her tips for making the transition: 1) Switch slowly; don’t dump all your old favorites all at once; 2) Go natural on the products you use every day, such as concealer and lipstick, which gets absorbed directly into the bloodstream when you eat or lick your lips; 3) Change your expectations, as natural makeup is not as long-lasting, inexpensive or easy-to-find as the more common, but toxic, stuff. The good news is when it comes time to remove it, all you need is raw coconut or sweet almond oil and a cotton ball. “Natural makeup just slides right off,” says Blades.

Polyethylene glycol (PEG) – toxic

contaminant

Sodium lauryl, or laureth, sulfate – contaminant that may cause skin damage

Triclosan and triclocarban antibacterials – present potential

thyroid concerns

Triethanolamine (TEA) – contaminant that may trigger allergies

Dimethylol Dimethyl (DMDM) hydantoin and Imidazolidinyl urea – preservatives that release

formaldehyde

Fragrance and dyes – may cause allergies or cancer and affect the nervous system

Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone –

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staying out of the midday sun are dermatologist Dattner’s first choices for protecting skin from rays that can age and damage it. When in the sun, wear a mineral-based sun block such as zinc oxide, which stays on top of the skin, rather than getting absorbed, and forms a physical barrier to both UVA and UVB ultraviolet rays. Also, watch out for nano-minerals; these have been broken into particles small enough to be absorbed by the skin during the manufacturing process, with possibly harmful results, according to Dattner, Loux and other experts. Unfortunately, the U.S. government does not require that nano-minerals be listed on labels, so consumers must do their own research. What about makeup? As Loux points out, the skin absorbs 60 percent of what goes on it, and many cosmetics are full of unregulated, untested petrochemicals. Does that mean you shouldn’t wear any makeup? Not at all. Makeup artist Jessa Blades, of Blades Natural Beauty (BladesNatural Beauty.com), says that switching over to www.natallahassee.com

HANDS The smell at the nail salon is noxious; should I be worried about what’s going onto my fingernails? “If your eyes are watering, your nose is twitching and your lungs are seizing up, you should listen to your body,”

Naturally safe alternatives to commercial chemical deodorants may be made with lavender, cypress or geranium essential oils, beeswax, baking soda or rock crystal salts. ~ ehow.com

Getting a good night’s rest is not only healthful, it induces others who see our well-rested faces to perceive us as more healthy and attractive than those who are sleep-deprived, according to research by the Karolinska Institutet, in Sweden. The study is the first to demonstrate that the objective of getting our “beauty sleep” is the right thing to do. ~ British Medical Journal says Loux. It is hard to get colors—especially bright, deep, rich, shimmering ones—to stick to nails; consequently, of all cosmetics, nail polishes tend to contain the most toxins. “Nail polish is one of the tougher

products to find for someone who’s looking to go natural,” says Loux. But she points out that some brands are eliminating toluene, a petroleumbased solvent that the Environmental Protection Agency has linked to mild to severe problems with respiratory and nervous systems as well as kidney and liver functions. These less toxic polishes require more benign removers than conventional noxious-smelling acetones. Always apply them outside or near an open window. Even better, achieve a smooth, clear shine without any polish using a nail buffer. It’s a quick, inexpensive way for men and women to sustain a natural, finished look.

FEET What can I do to get my winter-weary feet ready for sandals? In a word, exfoliate. Rub away calluses and thickened, cracked skin with an emery board, and then relax while soaking feet in Epsom salts to soften skin, and rub gently with a luffa or

pumice stone. Foot scrubs containing salt or sugar granules invigorate and increase circulation, especially if they include peppermint, rosemary or tea tree oil within a moisturizing Shea butter or organic foot oil. Exfoliating creams, similar to facial exfoliates, but stronger, also help peel away withered winter skin. Always be sure to apply a moisturizer to protect the newly exposed skin. Remember to soften elbows and knees, too. Frances Lefkowitz’s new book, To Have Not, was named one of five Best Memoirs of 2010 by SheKnows.com. Connect at FrancesLefkowitz.net.

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INTO COMMUNITY TENNIS Double Your Fitness & Fun by Randy Kambic

ennis participation topped 30 million players for the first time in two decades in 2009 and continues to climb, according to the U.S. Tennis Association (USTA) and the Tennis Industry Association. Their study reflects the sport’s revival in popularity, due to its accessibility in neighborhood parks and schools, as well as its cardiovascular benefits. Plus, it’s just great overall exercise. If one is a neophyte or gave up tennis years ago for less demanding activities and feels intimidated watching players hit fast serves or slice or drop shots, playing doubles can be a good way to enter the action. Playing with a partner isn’t as physically demanding as going solo. “In doubles, you don’t have to cover as much of the court as in singles,” says David Schobel, USTA director of competitive play, in White Plains, New York. “It’s great for beginners, if someone’s been away from the game for awhile, or as you get older.” More, it brings the bonus of social camaraderie regardless of age or competitive levels. 22

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As with any invigorating activity, planning ahead and preparing for contingencies can keep you swinging. EAT WISELY. Diet provides a solid foundation. As a general rule, avoid eating, a meal within two hours of playing in order to avoid indigestion or stomach cramps. The best pre-play meals feature complex, slow-releasing carbohydrates to provide energy over time. Mark Kovacs, head of sports science, USTA Player Development, in Boca Raton, Florida, offers these examples: Oatmeal, berries, a banana, whole wheat toast or eggs for breakfast. For lunch or dinner, a lean-meat sandwich on whole wheat and rice; soup, to store up on sodium in case of heavy perspiration; or pasta. When it comes to consuming fluids, the operative guideline is to drink a lot, especially during a hot summer. “If you’re feeling thirsty on the court, that means you’re already getting a little dehydrated, which might lead to heat exhaustion or cramping,” advises www.natallahassee.com

Roddy Cantey, of ProAm Tennis, in Naples, Florida. He suggests drinking water or sports drinks that contain helpful electrolytes, sodium and potassium at least two hours before moving onto the court, and then continuing to drink during breaks throughout the game. TENNIS ELBOW, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is an inflammation of the wrist extensor tendons. The USTA estimates that about half of all players will encounter this overuse injury at some point. Treatment includes icing the area, rest, and stretching and strengthening of the forearm muscles. Prevention is based on sound playing technique, as well as building up the strength and flexibility of forearm muscles. Confer with a teaching pro to evaluate your personal technique and equipment if tennis elbow remains a problem. CALF CARE means preparing calf muscles for sudden movements toward the ball from the ready position, which

is facing the net with weight slightly forward. Pros recommend doing toe raises and leg stretches before a game. GENERALLY WARM UP. “Some players go right out on the court and say, ‘Let’s play!’” says Phil Milford III, co-owner and head pro at the Beach & Tennis Club, in Bonita Springs, Florida. “With the quick movements needed, you should have more blood flowing before starting. Simple stretching all over beforehand can help prevent a minor muscle pull or strain.” GO SOFT. If there is a choice, play on clay, instead of hard courts. Clay is also easier on the knees and joints. Hard surfaces absorb and then radiate heat into one’s feet, which can sap energy. PLACES TO SWING are plentiful in our area. The Lee County Community Tennis Association (LeeCountyTennis. com), in conjunction with the USTA, facilitates competitive play, lessons and clinics for members and the general public of all ages and abilities, including wheelchair athletes and Special Olympians. The Naples Community Tennis Center, at the YMCA (NaplesCommunityTennisCenter.com), managed by Cantey, and the Arthur Allen Tennis Center, at Cambier Park, in Naples (AllenTennisCenter.com) also offer year-round programs. Check out the action at many public parks and schools. Local parks and recreation departments can point players to neighborhood resources. The USTA offers leagues and programs for many ages and ability levels; they also provide a Find-A-Partner service via usta.com. Tennis clubs often allow members to host guests. The Handbook of Tennis, by Paul Douglas, is another good place to start when considering the possibilities. With so many opportunities, there’s no excuse not to get on the court and realize the health and fitness benefits of this lifetime sport. Randy Kambic, an avid tennis player, is a freelance editor and writer based in Estero, FL, and a copyeditor for Natural Awakenings.

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beverages should be the very limited exception rather than the rule. Waste or toxic by-products exist in all body tissues and must be removed by our body for optimum health, optimum energy levels and disease/illness prevention. Just as you would never put poor quality or dirty oil in your car’s engine, your body deserves a liquid that promotes your health and day-to-day “sparkle”. How much, you ask? The ideal amount would be half your body weight in ounces, ex: Wt-100 pounds=50 ounces per day. This formula can be used for most people, unless your healthcare provider has recommended a restricted or lower amount for you due to health concerns such as congestive heart failure or kidney disease. This will keep an optimally performing and clean running “engine.”

ACTION #3 RESTS and SLEEP

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Spring Clean You by Patrice Bullock, MSN, FNP

inter is behind us and, according to the seasonal yellow on our cars, Spring has sprung! Let’s take advantage of this renewed spirit of life in our environment and renew our own “spirit of life.” Busy people we are indeed, however, often the busyness can drain the life out of life. Here are suggested REAL action steps to clean up, re-energize and bring some sparkle back into our lives.

ACTION #1 FEED and NOURISH the body.

Take care of it and it will take care of you. Improving the quality, quantity and frequency of our food intake will result in great returns to day-to-day life. Eat more often. For best energy, less stress, best focus and mental concentration, feed your body every 2-3 hours with quality food & liquids. The ideal choices are low-glycemic index food choices such as fresh vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, nuts, fresh fruits, beans and legumes. Small servings or mini-meals eaten frequently keep our blood sugar (glucose) more stable with less roller coaster-type patterns. Plus, a bonus effect is lowered demand on our adrenal glands (our body’s stress managers) and greatly reduced damage to our body. Simply put, WE FEEL BETTER!

ACTION #2 CHANGE the “OIL IN THE CAR.”

Just as with our car’s engine, there must be adequate liquid substance to carry away by-products of our body’s daily metabolism. In our car engine, that would be the oil we change at regular intervals. In our body, that would be water. Not soda, not coffee, not “sweet tea” or alcohol or liquids with artificial additives but real WATER. Previously mentioned 24

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Researchers have found that working hard while fatigued may be a good sign of character but may have a direct negative effect on our health, leading to disease. Prolonged lack of rest and inadequate sleep, less than 7 hours on average per night, can damage the parts of the body that supply and distribute your blood. So, adequate sleep and ample rest is really necessary. Many people who work hard tend to forget that their body is in constant need of repair. By continuing to do hard work while tired, you may damage your blood vessels, your heart, and even weaken the ability of your body to fight off infection. The only answer for common fatigue is REST. No pill, vitamin, energy drink or caffeinated beverage can replace adequate rest and sleep. Forgoing rest day after day may very well increase your risk of acute illness such as flu, cold, or other viral/bacterial infections and possibly more serious chronic health problems.

ACTION #4 GROUND yourself DAILY

Call it meditation, prayer, devotional reading, or simply sitting quietly while deep breathing, take 10-15 minutes daily for reflecting on the coming day’s priorities or at the end of the day. This simple and effective step has been proven to reduce stress and will certainly improve the quality of your day. Calming our mind and considering personal and spiritual priorities in each day may result in dramatic stress reduction. These few minutes at the beginning or at the end of our day can be incredibly powerful. In addition, research has proven this committed time to be physically beneficial. It is reassuring in these days of rising healthcare costs and worldwide stress to know that we can take control and “spring clean” some important areas in our lives. Integrating these 4 simple, economical and powerful action steps into our every day can bring an abundance of benefits. If this spring cleaning does not bring improvement, a knowledgeable health care provider should be consulted. Enjoy your renewed energy and the new sparkle in your SPRING! Patrice Bullock, MSN, FNP is the owner of New Genesis Center in Thomasville, GA. A healthcare center that focuses on functional medicine techniques to get to the source of medical conditions. For more information: http://www. newgenesiscenter.com.

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MOTHERING THE WORLD by Isha Judd

or most of us, our mother is the earliest and most significant influence in life. She is likely our first encounter with unconditional love. The service and selfless giving that mothering universally represents are qualities that we all must learn to emulate on our journey to self-realization. In order to love unconditionally, I have learned that I must first learn to love and accept myself exactly as I am. How can I embrace others in their perfection if I cannot first see my own? If in judging myself, I reject certain aspects, unconditional love towards others can never be anything more than a hollow façade. Similarly, in order to mother the world, I must first learn to mother myself—to find the beauty and perfection of my own individuality and rejoice in my own unique way of being. Then naturally, acceptance and love of others will overflow to my friends and family and ultimately, to my community and the world. When we cultivate true love of self, the love that is present within radiates out to all beings, all peoples, and to Mother Earth herself. Many talk about what we should do—respect basic human rights, care for the environment and so on. Yet, if we must remind ourselves to do these things and so impose them upon ourselves, then the desire to care and serve is not arising naturally and spontaneously; then we are not dwelling in a healthy place where our innate capacity to give and support all life grows and thrives naturally. Ultimately, our own inner healing will cause these qualities to flourish; not because

we are trying to behave responsibly, but because out of an open heart, we are joyfully taking responsibility for nurturing and protecting life. Unconditional mothering is motherhood without fear or fear-based control. It is neither lax nor careless, nor based on pleasing or fear of losing the favor of a child. Real mother love knows how to set limits, establish boundaries, confront unsatisfactory situations and guide a child’s development with a steady, firm hand. Inwardly, such a large love is surrendered, trusting that things will unfold as they should and free of the ego-based fear of making a mistake, and so it is neither overprotective nor overbearing. An individual focused on unconditional love is giving the greatest contribution of all to the evolution of our planet. Our gift to humanity comes through our own inner growth and advancement, a mothering of our self that births our own greatness, even as it brings out the greatness in others. As you cultivate an unconditional relationship with yourself, you will find the unconditional love you seek to express for your children, parents, friends and colleagues. You will become a universal mother: a mother of the world. Isha Judd is an internationally renowned spiritual teacher. Her book and movie, Why Walk When You Can Fly? (WhyWalkWhen YouCanFly.com) explains her system for self-love and the expansion of consciousness. natural awakenings

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ALZHEIMER’S ALTERNATIVES Natural Therapies Can Help by Dr. Shawn Messonnier

anine and feline Alzheimer’s disease, also known as cognitive disorder, is the most common chronic degenerative problem for older dogs and cats, especially past the age of 10. It affects millions of pets in the United States. The cause of Alzheimer’s in animals is unknown. It appears, however, that inflammation may play a role. On the microscopic level, scientists have noted the presence of abnormal protein accumulations occurring within the brain’s blood vessels, similar to those in people with Alzheimer’s. Ultimately, the brain lesions interfere with proper functioning of nerve transmissions.

Many different natural therapies can help alleviate cognitive disorder.

Clinical Signs Several signs may indicate cognitive disorder in affected dogs, including: n Staring at a wall n Lack of awareness of surroundings n Occasional lack of recognition of the owner n Lethargy/lack of energy n Excess sleep (especially during the day) n House-training problems (usually urinating inside the house) n Deafness Cats share the same clinical signs of cognitive disorder as dogs, plus the following: n Poor coat (excessive shedding or thin, dry coat) n Poor appetite n Chronic constipation n House-training problems (usually 26

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urinating outside the litter box when other problems related to anxiety behavior are not in evidence)

Note that other conditions, such as diabetes plus thyroid, kidney, heart or adrenal gland disease, can produce signs similar to those associated with cognitive disorder. A full diagnostic evaluation that includes blood and urine testing should be performed by a veterinarian before reaching such a possible diagnosis.

Conventional Treatment The drug Anipryl has been approved for treating cognitive disorder in dogs; no medication is available for cats. While effective in some patients, this drug is

expensive and can have rare side effects. If the drug proves to be effective, Anipryl must be used for the rest of the life of the dog. Natural, drug-free therapies are less costly.

Natural Therapies Many different natural therapies can help alleviate cognitive disorder, as recommended by a holistic vet. Changes in diet may include antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, herbs such as ginkgo biloba, targeted homeopathics and phosphatidylserine and acetylL-carnitine supplements. While I may incorporate a combination of these in the treatment of a pet with cognitive disorder, one mainstay is supplementation with choline/ phosphatidylcholine. Many pets in my practice have had beneficial results with the patented product Cholodin, made by MVP Laboratories. It contains choline, phosphatidylcholine, methionine and inositol. Several years ago, I conducted a study funded by the manufacturer and found that Cholodin was effective as a

sole therapy. Half of the dogs and cats treated with this supplement showed a moderate or significant response within 30 days; another 25 percent of dogs and 20 percent of cats in the study showed at least minimal improvement within a 30-day period. I now prescribe Cholodin for all of my dog and cat patients that are at least 5 years of age, as a preventive measure. In addition to choline and other natural therapies, I believe that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to minimize inflammation in

older pets, as well, because minimizing inflammation may also help prevent or decrease the incidence of other serious disorders. Because common commercial pet foods can have ingredients that can induce oxidative cell damage and inflammation, I recommend feeding pets natural foods devoid of byproducts and chemicals (feeding only wet food to cats). Other ideas to reduce inflammation include minimizing vaccinations through the use of antibody titer testing, and minimizing or eliminating the use of chemical flea and tick products. In my experience, using natural therapies, beginning when a pet turns 5 years of age, can actually prevent, and at least minimize, the incidence of cognitive disorder. Shawn Messonier, a doctor of veterinary medicine practicing in Plano, TX, is the award-winning author of The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats; his latest book is Unexpected Miracles: Hope and Holistic Healing for Pets. Visit PetCareNaturally.com.

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Foods for Ageless Beauty Nourishing Skin from Inside and Out Using naturally effective skincare products and eating foods that fortify and foster healthy cells works to renew, repair and rejuvenate skin for lasting beauty.

by Renée Loux

any authorities have good reason to champion the fact that food nutrients such as antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds and omega oils are now showing up in personal care products. According to studies published in the Journal of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics, Food and Chemical Toxicology and Environmental Health Perspectives, skin can absorb up to 60 percent of what we apply to it. So, feeding skin high-quality ingredients may be as critical as the food we eat. It’s common knowledge that drinking a sufficient amount of pure water is essential for overall health and radiant skin. Here is a look at how other recommended foods contribute to ageless beauty.

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Avocados: Avocados are abundant in skinbeautifying goodies: omega-3 fatty acids, which support healthy, flexible, strong cell membranes to ensure that nutrients can enter cells and waste can be removed; antioxidant vitamins A and E; fortifying B-complex vitamins; lecithin, to protect and strengthen cell walls; and potassium, to support new cell growth. They also host a portfolio of antioxidant and antiinflammatory compounds—including phytosterols, carotenoids, flavonoids, zinc and folate—that fight free radicals and repair, soothe and renew skin and tissue on a cellular level. Blueberries: The Tufts University Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging reports that blueberries contain some of the highest antioxidant levels of any food, especially when fully ripe, and teem with skin-healing, anti-inflammatory properties. The deep, purple-blue color of these morsels is a reflection of the pigment-rich antioxidant phytonutrients, called anthocynanins, shown to improve the integrity of collagen in skin and inhibit photoaging (sun damage), according to a study in the Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology. Chocolate: Chocolate offers a wealth of antioxidant catechins (like those found in green tea), and according to the National Academy of Sciences and the European Journal of Nutrition, works to improve hydration, skin density and circulation of blood to skin tissues, for a more youthful, glowing complexion. Scientific American and the Journal of Investigative Dermatology report that chocolate is also a supreme source of

procyanidins, which counter skin damage and help protect it while stimulating cellular growth and renewal. Dark chocolate offers the most beautifying benefits per bite, so look for 65 percent or higher cocoa content, and keep the portions small to mindfully manage calorie and fat intake. Cruciferous Vegetables: The crucifer family— including cabbage, broccoli, kale and radishes— is loaded with skin-beautifying compounds. According to studies by the National Academy of Sciences, its sulfur-containing phytonutrients boost the body’s natural detoxification enzymes to combat and repair damage to skin. Low in calories, these mineraldense and antioxidant-rich veggies are packed with carotenoid antioxidants, which help neutralize carcinogens and oxidative stress on skin, reduce inflammation and bolster immune response. They also contain isothiacyanates, which research published by The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows, specifically guard against breast cancer. Dark Leafy Greens: Dark leafy vegetables, such as collard greens, parsley, spinach and Swiss chard, offer more nutrients with fewer calories than any other food. Like cruciferous veggies, they’re packed with carotenoid antioxidants. Green veggies are also an excellent source of vitamins A and C, which the body needs to produce and regulate the sebum in our skin and hair follicles for healthy, well-conditioned skin and a supple complexion. Green Tea: Green tea is infused with a potent portfolio of age-defying antioxidants. Because green tea is minimally processed, of all the teas, it offers the

most antioxidant polyphenols, including a specific catechin believed to inhibit cancer and also beautify the skin. Micro- and Macro-algae: Micro-algae, including bluegreen algae, chlorella and spirulina, are among the most concentrated sources of a full spectrum of beautifying vitamins and minerals for skin and hair and are easy for the body to absorb. These single-celled plants contain one of the highest sources by weight of protein, beta-carotene, nucleic acids (RNA/DNA) and chlorophyll of any food on the planet, according to studies published by the American Society for Microbiology. Micro-algae are available in capsules or tablets, as well as in powder form for powerhouse smoothies. Ocean-growing seaweed (macroalgae) contains more minerals and trace minerals than any other food, according to research published by Food Chemistry—10 to 20 times more than many land vegetables. Long prized for their beautifying effects on skin and hair, sea vegetables are an abundant source of antioxidant vitamins A, C and E, as well as B-complex vitamins, including B12, for glowing skin; plus they have the unique ergosterol, which converts into vitamin D2 in the body to support healthy skin cell metabolism and growth. Look for sea veggies arame, dulse, hijiki, nori and wakame for a concentrated source of age-defying nutrition. Omega Oils: Healthy oils, including omega fatty acids, grow and nourish healthy, glowing skin, strong nails and lustrous hair. They act as a conditioner for skin, maintaining and supporting healthy, flexible, strong cell membranes to ensure that nutrients can enter cells and waste can be removed.

Uncooked oils offer many beautifying benefits; because many nutrients are damaged and destroyed by heat— the fresher and less refined the oil, the better. Foods rich in omegas include flax seed and oil; olives and olive oil; pumpkin seed and oil; walnuts; and winter squash. Raw Honey: With an ample spread of vitamins and minerals, such as antioxidant vitamins A, C and E; skin-supportive vitamins D and K; amino acids; and fortifying, reparative B-complex vitamins, raw honey’s combined flower nectar and enzymes are laden with beautifying nutrients, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory and healing compounds. The benefits are largely determined by the honey’s source and the environmental conditions in which the bees live. Red Wine: Loaded with beneficial antioxidant and anti-inflammatory flavonoids, red wine is a well-known source of cell-protecting resveratrol. Concentrated in the skin of grapes and championed for anti-aging and anticancer properties in studies published by the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology and Anticancer Research, resveratrol appears to protect the skin against the sun’s ultraviolet radiation, notes research in Neoplasia. Cabernet Sauvignon grapes contain some of the highest concentration of age-defying antioxidants. So, eat and drink up! Renée Loux is a celebrated green expert, organic chef, restaurateur and media personality and the co-founder of Andalou Naturals. She has authored four books, including Easy Green Living and The Balanced Plate. Visit ReneeLoux.com.

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Honey Avocado Masque (for normal to dry skin)

Honey and avocado are a luscious blend to nourish skin. As an emollient, avocado is rich in oils, vitamins and minerals, and the honey supplies antioxidants and enzymes. Lemon juice is a natural source of alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) for skin renewal. Together, they yield velvety skin. 1 avocado 1½ Tbsp raw honey 1 Tbsp lemon juice 1. Mash avocado and blend with honey and lemon juice in a small food processor or blender until smooth. 2. Cleanse the face. 3. Steam face to open pores over a hot pot of water; or drench a washcloth with steaming hot water, wring out, let cool to a comfortable touch and cover cleaned face with it for two minutes. 4. Apply avocado honey mixture evenly over all parts of the face, avoiding the eyes. Let stand for 15 minutes. 5. Wash off with warm water, followed by a cool water rinse. Apply natural toner or face spray and moisturizer. Variations on the theme Exfoliation for dry skin: Mix 2 Tbsp rice flour thoroughly with the avocado and honey. Apply as directed. Exfoliation for oily skin: Mix 2 Tbsp ground oatmeal thoroughly with the avocado and honey. Apply as directed. For both, wash off gently with warm water and a cloth, being mindful not to rub too hard, followed by a cool water rinse. Recipe courtesy of Renée Loux. For more recipes, visit ReneeLoux.com. 30

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Recipes for Ageless Beauty by Renée Loux Beautify your body and skin from the inside out with these recipes that pair agedefying nutrients and nourishing ingredients with incredible taste and texture.

Chocolate-Avocado Parfait with Blueberries & Mint Chocolate and avocado may sound like an unusual couple, but when these antioxidant- and omega-rich champions get together, the results are scrumptious. Yields: 4-8 servings 2 cups diced avocado ½ cup plus 2 Tbsp maple syrup 2-4 Tbsp organic evaporated cane juice or sugar (optional) 2 Tbsp coconut oil (optional; look for a mild aroma) 1-2 tsp alcohol-free vanilla extract 1 tsp balsamic vinegar (aged is best) ½ tsp shoyu (organic soy sauce) 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 pint blueberries Handful of fresh mint leaves 1. In a food processor, blend avocado, maple syrup, organic sugar, coconut oil, vanilla extract, balsamic and shoyu until smooth and creamy. 2. Sift the cocoa powder to remove lumps, using a simple metal strainer. Add cocoa powder to the avocado mixture and blend until very smooth. If time allows, let the mixture rest, covered in the fridge for an hour, for flavors to marry and develop. 3. Serve slightly chilled or at room temperature. Place a few blueberries in the bottom of a wine, parfait or martini glass. www.natallahassee.com

Top with a generous dollop of chocolateavocado mixture and garnish with more blueberries and chopped mint.

Green Tea Chai Frappé Green tea and chai spices blend together for a delicious boost of antioxidants and liquid nourishment. Fresh almond milk is easy to make, calcium-rich and highly digestible; just blend soaked almonds with water and strain. In a pinch, raw almond butter may be used. Blend with ice to make a frozen frappé or warm gently on a cool, crisp day. Yields: 2-4 servings 2 green tea bags 2 cups hot filtered water 1 cup raw almonds, soaked eight hours in filtered water, drained and rinsed or 3 Tbsp raw almond butter 2 cups filtered water 1-1½ Tbsp chopped ginger 1 tsp ground cinnamon ¼ tsp ground nutmeg Pinch of ground cloves Pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 2 Tbsp maple syrup to taste 2 Tbsp agave nectar or raw honey to taste Beforehand: If using raw almonds, soak them for eight hours in filtered water, drain and rinse. 1. Steep green tea bags in hot water for 3 to 5 minutes. Remove and squeeze to extract as much liquid as possible. Cool tea in the fridge or freezer (or drop in an ice cube to speed the cooling process), unless served warm. 2. In a blender, add cooled tea, drained almonds or almond butter, ginger, spices, maple,

and agave or honey and blend all until super-smooth. Start with less sweeteners and add more to taste. 3. Pour through a strainer or sieve to separate pulp. Press with the back of a large spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. 4. Return to blender and blend with ice for a frosty frappé, or warm over low heat to warm the spirit.

Massaged Greens Leafy greens respond well to a good rubbing with oil, with a pinch of salt and seasoning. Fresh herbs always taste great. Keep it simple or add green onion, garlic and ginger for a tasty variation. Yields: 2-4 servings 6 cups chopped greens: any type of kale, spinach, chard or mixture 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 Tbsp flax oil or additional olive oil 1 Tbsp umeboshi plum vinegar or lemon juice 2 tsp shoyu 1 tsp agave nectar or maple syrup (optional) 2-3 green onions, chopped (optional) 1-2 cloves garlic, pressed (optional) 2-3 tsp ginger, finely grated (optional) Sea salt to taste 1½ cups or more of chopped basil or parsley Pinch of fresh oregano, thyme or marjoram (optional)

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RESTORATIVE RUBDOWNS The Blissful Benefits of Massage by Linda Sechrist

Other than a silent retreat or a loving and comforting embrace

What a difference 60 minutes on a massage table can make. The first rule of massage—to feel, rather than think— transforms the therapeutic stroking, rubbing, wringing, tapping, kneading and squeezing of muscles into deeply satisfying human contact. Concentrating on the practitioner’s touch, while listening to relaxing music playing in the background and breathing in soothing aromatherapy scents, helps turn the mind off and focus attention on the moment. Such a restful state of mindfulness is key to successful meditation.

A Natural Sleep Aid

It makes sense that a good night’s sleep is essential to health. A study published in the American Journal of Critical Care showed that patients receiving a sixminute massage slept better than those in the control group, which participated in a teaching session on relaxation followed by a bedtime audiotape comprising muscle-relaxation supported by imagery and music.

of a friend, child or another family member, few actions are as Easing Pain and Anxiety multi-beneficial to body, mind and spirit as massage.

nce considered primarily a pampering experience for the wealthy, massage and its counterpart, bodywork, is today acknowledged by the larger medical community for its therapeutic value. The U.S. Library of Medicine at the National Institutes of Health provides the largest source of published up-to-date research on the subject, including substantiation for claims citing the many positive effects of massage. Among the reported improvements is an individual’s ability to relax and sleep better following therapeutic massage treatment. Recipients also tend to enjoy a better immune system response, fostering the relief of fatigue, pain, anxiety and nausea. On this basis, some large U.S. cancer centers, such as the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, in Houston, now integrate massage therapy into conventional settings.

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Judy Stahl, past president of the American Massage Therapy Association, is a strong, longtime advocate for acceptance of the therapeutic benefits, including some that haven’t yet made it into the annals of conventional medicine. She became a professional massage therapist in 1987, and today continues the research she initiated for her master’s thesis in counseling and psychology: Touch Therapy in Enhancing Psychological Outcomes. It’s become her life’s work. “I regularly see practical evidence that supports research on the powerful and critical role that touch plays in the state of a person’s mind-body health,” Stahl says. Her years of patient/client sessions also provide her with a wealth of evidence that combining touch and talk therapy is far more effective than talk therapy alone. www.natallahassee.com

While massage isn’t meant as a replacement for regular medical care, it is being increasingly used in the allopathic community to help manage chronic pain. The results of a study by the Royal College of Nursing Research Institute, at the University of Warwick, in the UK, demonstrated that massage provides effective shortterm relief for moderate to severe chronic pain. Patients receiving massage therapy reported significantly less pain immediately as well as one hour after treatment. They also experienced a significantly reduced level of anxiety. Six years ago, when integrative family physician Fred Morgan discovered that massage helped to alleviate the back pain he had suffered from for 11 years, he began recommending it to his patients. “The first time I went to a massage therapist, the pain went away for a week,” says the co-owner of Pleasanton Family Wellness Center, in California, which combines allopathic, complementary and alternative medicine.

Stroking Blood Pressure in the Right Direction

Not only does massage help to lower blood pressure, it also helps ease stress levels. One study published in Heart and Lung: the Journal of Acute and Critical Care noted that patients that had massage after heart surgery showed a lower level of postoperative blood pressure. Another study of patients that underwent twice weekly, 30-minute massage sessions demonstrated decreases in blood pressure and cortisol (a stress hormone), as well as depression, anxiety and hostility.

More is Better

Who wouldn’t want to have a massage twice a week? The ongoing research of Dr. Maria Hernandez-Reif, of the Touch Research Institute at the University of Miami, and Tiffany Field, Ph.D., the institute’s director, demonstrates that while an individual can benefit from even small doses of massage (15 minutes of chair massage or a half-hour table session), longer bodywork, performed two to three times a week, compounds the positive effects. Linda Sechrist is a senior writer and editor for Natural Awakenings.

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not difficult to imagine that suffering under an avalanche of work or stress can greatly diminish your physical and mental health. If this sounds familiar to you, how do you dig out and move to the other side of the mountain where there are no more avalanches?

Get a clear picture of what makes up your avalanche by writing out a list of everything you have to do, like to do and feel compelled to do – everything. Now go thru your list and organize, prioritize, set goals and assign timelines so you can dig out efficiently and effectively. A methodical dig-out will reduce the chance of being sucked right back down again. Organizing and prioritizing your list can be accomplished in numerous ways, which depend on how you think, what assistance you have and how well you delegate. It is essential that you prioritize your list because as humans, we naturally are inclined to do the thing on our list that is easiest, fastest and makes us feel the best. That is often not what usually needs to be done first!

Work and Life Avalanche by Christy Crump

hink about how an avalanche of snow comes down and covers everything. Now imagine you’re walking along a path in between two towering mountains, looking at the beautiful sky and white powdery snow. You hear little rumbles and vibrations under your feet. But you ignore those warning signs because you have an important appointment to get to. You cannot deviate from the path as it’s the only way to get to your destination. Suddenly before you know what happens, an avalanche lets loose from the side of the mountain and covers you! Pretty suffocating, huh? Now, think about when an avalanche lets loose in your work life and you are buried under work, social responsibilities, community service requirements, pressure from your family, etc. What do you do when you’re buried under all of this stuff? You do the same thing you would do if buried under the snow. You attempt to dig to the surface to catch a breath, responding to that emergency need for air. When you are buried under a workload avalanche, you dig out in response to work-related needs that have elevated to emergency status. If you are not careful, when an emergency hits, you dig to the top, take a quick breath, deal with the emergency, and sink right back down again. This can becomes a continuous cycle. Over time, this cycle could take a toll on your body, your mind, and your spirit. It is

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Apply some basic project management principles in dealing with your prioritized list. Assign timelines and work backwards from the final due date. This is important because we tend to underestimate the time it takes to do something, and we do not always plan well for unexpected delays. Timelines also help because when we commit to doing something by writing it in a calendar, we are more likely to stick to it and get it done. You may be reading this article and thinking to yourself, “This is crazy. Why would I waste all this up-front time? In the time it takes to do this planning, I could have the whole project done.” To answer that question, let’s examine the Pareto principle. The basic tenet of the Pareto principle is that 80% of the value comes from 20% of the activity. 20% of time expended produces 80% of the results. Think about this: • 80% of your phone calls go to 20% of the names on your list. • 20% of the streets handle 80% of the traffic. • 80% of the meals in a restaurant come from 20% of the menu. • 20% of the features of a computer application are used 80% of the time. If you spend 20% of your time planning and preparing by using the suggestions made above, 80% of your work will be done. Planning and preparing ahead help you accomplish more in less time and help you handle emergencies better. The avalanche will not have a chance of building up around you. Prioritizing and using time lines is hard work, but is also very effective in helping you dig out from under an avalanche and stay out. Keep digging until you get that breath, and commit yourself to not getting buried again! Christy Crump is the owner of Crump & Associates in Tallahassee. Crump & Associates has a proven approach to staff education and training which improves performance and efficiency. To connect with her check out www.crumpandassociatesfl.com.

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Monday, May 2

Jung & the Dark Side: Vampires & Other Demons. 7:45 pm-9:00 pm. FREE! The human race has been fascinated by the idea of demons. They represent our personal or societal unresolved internal darkness. A common response is to externalize them and create a savior to defend us from these monsters... thus the popular concept of super heroes. Bob Johnson will explore the significance of these shadow characters. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop.

Tuesday, May 3 Law of Attraction & Relationships. 7:45 pm–9 pm. FREE! This Law of Attraction class will focus on skills to create the quality of relationships you want. This will include your internal relationship with spirit and self, and your external relationships. Law of attraction skills are valuable in transforming challenging relationships, as well as consciously creating the personal relationships you’ve always wanted. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop.

Wednesday, May 4 The Kitchen Goddess Presents: The Green Smoothie. 7:45 pm-9:00 pm. FREE! Green smoothies provide six-to-eight servings of fresh fruits and vegetables in one meal. They reduce cravings (especially sugar) and increase calcium, magnesium and zinc intake. People who drink green smoothies report losing weight, balancing blood sugar, reducing kidney stones, and more. For more information, visit www.thekitchengoddess.org. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop.

Thursday, May 5 Great Southern Music Festival at Pickers Paradise Park, (May 5 – 7, 2011), Make plans today to visit South Georgia’s finest Bluegrass festival! 2217 Maddox Rd., Ochlocknee, GA, www.pickersparadisepark.com.

Art Showcase Trolley First Friday Wine Tasting. 5:30 pm-9:00 pm. FREE! Parlez vous français? No worries, all you need to know is Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Experience the wines of France at our Art Showcase Trolley First Friday Wine Tasting. Begin your evening at New Leaf Market or make us one of your trolley stops. Trolley ticket holders will receive a 5% off coupon good for the entire weekend. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop

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Reverse Mortgage Workshop. 10:00-10:45am. If You Are 62 or older and own your home or close to it a Reverse Mortgage may be appropriate for you. Discover the financial benefits of a Reverse Mortgage. Tap into the equity in your home and turn it into tax-free cash! Instead of making monthly payments, you can opt to receive them! Attend a free educational workshop at AFS Mortgage, Inc., 2450 Tim Gamble Place, Suite 200 Tallahassee, Florida 32308. Please call (850)877-3990 to reserve your seat!

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Monday, May 9 Jung & The Tarot. 7:45 pm-9:00 pm. FREE! The major arcana in the Tarot deck depicts a 22 step, 3 level process of personal awareness. The minor arcana contains the 56 remaining cards in the deck and characterizes four different ways of processing general life experiences which parallel Jung’s depiction of the four personality types. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop.

Tuesday, May 10 Kombucha Tea-Make Your Own for Less. 7:45 pm-9:00 pm. Cost $10 owners, $12 non-owners. The Chinese, Japanese, Koreans, and Russians have been drinking the fermented tea beverage for at least 2,000 years. Janet Reaves has authored a How To Manual, which comes free with registration. She will explain the entire process. All participants will receive the Kombucha Tea manual plus a SCOBY to start their own mixture. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop.

Wearing These Can Sabotage Your Health? 7:45 pm-9:00 pm. FREE! Few people are familiar with “Earthing” but it is likely you will be hearing a lot more about it. Farmer Pam, of Backyard Farm, will present information on this easy-touse and powerful health-promoting tool, backed by research and many case studies. Join us for a discussion of an easy way to incorporate this energy medicine into your daily lives. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop.

Healthy Living: Quit Smoking Now Series (May 10 – June 14). 3:00 – 4:30pm. This highly effective six week program was developed by ex-smokers for those that want to become ex-smokers. Attend one of these highly effective class/support groups if you are ready to quit smoking now. There is no cost to attend, but donations are appreciated. Nicotine patches are provided at no charge. Offered by Big Bend AHEC. Call 224-1177 to register. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000.

Friday, May 6

Reiki- 10:30 am – Noon Reiki is a way of working with the Universal Life Energy to enhance our own natural healing ability. Join Susie Howell, Usui Reiki Master and Practitioner of 21 years, and her friends. Tallahassee Senior Center Health Suite, 1400 N. Monroe St., 850-891-4000.

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Wednesday, May 11 The Greatest Journey: Living and Dying Consciously. 7:45-9:15 pm. FREE! The great death rites, practiced by ancient traditions, assist those making the journey beyond death in a peaceful manner with dignity and grace. The tools shared in this talk will help you assist ones through their final transition, and release the confusion and fear surrounding this topic. For information, visit www. spiritunleashed.com or 786-223-0900. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop. Sickle Cell Update and Screening. 11:00 am – Noon. The Sickle Cell Foundation will provide you with the most current and useful information available about sickle cell disease, its cause, and the impact on our clients, families and the entire community. Tallahassee Senior Center 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000.

Thursday, May 12 Organic Birth. 7:45 pm-9:00 pm. FREE! Lindsey Morrow, Tallahassee Doula Co-Op, is a “Birthing From Within Mentor” and Doula. She teaches childbirth classes at The Birth Cottage with a team of other doulas. Attendees will draw and experience a labyrinth and learn about optimal fetal positioning. She will also explain what a doula is and how he/she might be helpful at your birth. For more information, visit www.motherrisingbirth.com or www.tallahasseedoulacoop.com. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www. newleafmarket.coop.

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Martinis and Monet at Thomasville Center for the Arts, 7pm – 11pm. An outdoor arts and food event at Thomasville Center for the Arts, 600 E. Washington St. Information: 229-226-0588, leverett@thomasvillearts.org, www.thomasvillearts.org.

Saturday, May 14 Kirtan Chanting with Om Sweet Om. 7:30-9pm. At 2950 Bayshore Drive in Killearn. Call JoAnna 222-0291 or Shyam 459-1582 for details. Come and sing to awaken the heart in an easy call and response style. No training is necessary! Reverse Mortgage Workshop. 10:00-10:45am. If You Are 62 or older and own your home or close to it a Reverse Mortgage may be appropriate for you. Discover the financial benefits of a Reverse Mortgage. Tap into the equity in your home and turn it into tax-free cash! Instead of making monthly payments, you can opt to receive them! Attend a free educational workshop at AFS Mortgage, Inc., 2450 Tim Gamble Place, Suite 200 Tallahassee, Florida 32308. Please call (850)8773990 to reserve your seat! Brocante Market. 8am – 5:30pm. A French style outdoor, secondhand market in Downtown Thomasville at TOSCOGA Market Place, 209 S. Broad St. Information: TOSCOGA Marketplace, 229-227-6777, deanaponder@att.net or Relic’s, 138 S. Madison St., 229-228-4181, relics@rose.net. 4th Annual CASA Poker Run. 10am – 2:30pm. Join the Chrome Divas of Thomasville to raise funds for the Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children. Information: www.chromedivas.com, www.gacasa.org or Sarah Lowe, 229-977-6074, sarahfsuprincess@yahoo.com. 24 Annual Pavo Peacock Day. 9am – 3pm. Pavo’s Peacock Festival features a parade, arts and crafts, live entertainment, food, children’s activities and more! Peacock Recreation Center, 2061 W. McDonald St., www.peacockday.com. th

Sunday, May 15 Healing Arts Alliance 8th Annual Spring Festival at Lake Ella. 12noon – 5pm. Live Music, natural foods, green living/environmental exhibits, massage and Reiki and other vendors. Please bring a canned good to benefit ECHO. Lawnchair Service at Unity Eastside - 10:00amTo celebrate the start of the Summer Service Schedule. (Bring your lawnchairs and join us for our outdoor service on the lawn.) Unity Eastside, 8551 Buck Lake Road, admin@unity-eastside. org, 656-1678. Niyamas Workshop. 9-12pm. $50. Is there more to yoga than postures? Yes! There are 8 steps to yoga and the first 2 steps (which come before postures) are all about ATTITUDE! Learn about the mind-set that allows you to get the most out of your yoga, in ways to begin to purify the mind and relieve yourself of the agitation that constantly gnaws at your attention. These niyamas, the 2nd step, are essential! 222-0291 or joannadevi@earthlink. net www.lakulishyogatallahassee.com.

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Saturday, May 21

Jung & The Kabbala. 7:45 pm-9:00 pm. FREE! The Kabbala is a very complex and extensive Jewish Gnostic view of life and the human situation. Bob Johnson will address one aspect of this material known as the Tree of Life. This Tree depicts 10 branches of human development and insight and three additional hidden ones to explore personal awareness and enlightenment. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www. newleafmarket.coop.

Homemade Baby Food. 9:30 am–10:45 am ∙FREE! As a mother of two young boys, Angela Meredith has been making baby and toddler food for years. In this seminar you will learn how to make your own baby food using organic produce and other whole foods. The best methods and tools for preparation, nutritious recipes, food safety, time saving tips, and other tasty topics will be covered. Demo and samples will be provided for baby and parent. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop.

Tuesday, May 17 The Cancer Herbs. 7:45 pm-9:00 pm. FREE! Wendy Creel, naturopath and master herbalist, will talk about the historical use of herbs in treating cancers. She will cover the basic steps needed to clean the body of toxins and various naturopathic principles you can apply to assist the body in cleansing. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop.

Wednesday, May 18 Pain Relief Beyond Belief. 7:45 pm-9:00 pm. FREE! Join Rene Luna, Physical Therapist, as he presents a revolutionary therapy that helps unlock a body’s natural healing power and recovery. He will introduce simple movements and exercises that anyone can perform to help reduce and eliminate pain in the comfort of their home. For more information, call 850 656-3163, email: rrptcrsi@ aol.com or visit, www.rrphysicaltherapy.com. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop. Buried in Treasure: All about Hoarding. 11:00 am – Noon. If you’ve heard the term, “hoarding” and wondered what it means, or you know someone who is a hoarder and don’t know how to help, this presentation is for you. Learn all about the reasons, method and treatments for people who hoard. Offered by Kristen Fitch, Graduate Student, Clinical Psychology. FSU Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St., 891-4000.

Thursday, May 19 Eat Healthy, Live Longer. 7:45 pm-9:00 pm. FREE! Eating healthy is not the same as eating foods you don’t like. Whole Foods Chef Sadiqa Williams will show you just how true that is—all you have to do is come to class. Determined to prepare healthy meals, Sadiqa learned to cook family favorite foods without unhealthy fats, sugars and salt. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop.

Friday, May 20 Hangout Music Fest (May 20-22). 11am-11pm. A beach music festival with eclectic musical lineup including Paul Simon, Foo Fighters, Widespread Panic, Michael Franti and many more. $174 3-day passes. Gulf Shores Beach, AL. HangoutMusicFest. com.

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Monday, May 23 Jung & Quantum Physics. 7:45 pm-9:00 pm. FREE! The idea that quantum physics is connected with Jungian thought has to do with the Gnostic and alchemical notion that all valid systems in the universe reflect all other valid systems in the universe. Said more commonly, “As above, so below.” This talk will discuss the philosophic connections between quantum phenomena and Jungian perspectives. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop.

Tuesday, May 24 Make Your Own Sushi. 7:45 pm-8:45 pm. $5 owners, $7 non-owners (Pre-payment required to reserve your spot, limit 12). Join self-taught sushi expert Barry Courtney, as he shares his enthusiasm for the avocado roll. Students will learn how to make sushi rice and practice rolling sushi. Yes, students can and will sample their creations! New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www.newleafmarket.coop. Reiki- 10:30 am – Noon. Reiki is a way of working with the Universal Life Energy to enhance our own natural healing ability. Join Susie Howell, Usui Reiki Master and Practitioner of 21 years, and her friends. Tallahassee Senior Center Health Suite, 1400 N. Monroe St., 850-891-4000.

Wednesday, May 25 An Armchair Tour of Tallahassee Stained Glass Windows. 7:45 pm-9:00 pm. FREE! Robert O. Jones, historic preservationist, put together a stained glass show that has received rave reviews from the Division of Historic Resources and the Museum of Florida History. The presentation highlights St. John’s Episcopal Church, Trinity United Methodist, St Thomas Moore Co-Cathedral, Missionary Baptist Church, Brokaw-McDougal House, and the White House. The slide show will take approximately 40 minutes with Q & A to follow. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-942-2557, www. newleafmarket.coop.

Thursday, May 26 The Path: Secrets to Permanent Weight Loss. 7:45 pm-9:00 pm. FREE! Freddy S. Kaye, Ph.D., L.D. and author of The Path: Secrets to Permanent Weight Loss, can help you achieve the weight loss you long desired. Practicing in Tallahassee, Dr Kaye has 28 years experience in clinical nutrition and has done research on weight control and behavior modification. Books will be available for purchase. New Leaf Market, 1235 Apalachee Pkwy, 850-9422557, www.newleafmarket.coop.

ongoing calendar SUNDAY Unity Eastside Services – 10am Celebration Service and Youth Ministry. 8551 Buck Lake Rd. 850656-1678, www.transformingourworld.org. Unity of Tallahassee Services – 9:30 & 11am Rev. Bill Williams. Dial-a-Thought 850-562-3766. 2850 Unity Lane, 850-562-5744, www.UnityofTallahassee.org. Pagan Picnic and Red Hills Pagan Council Meeting – 11 am on the second Sunday of each month. Our new location is the Divine Union Spiritual Co-op, 641-B McDonnel Drive in Railroad Square. Come meet local Pagans, Wiccans, Witches, Druids and other Earth worshippers. Bring a potluck dish to share, plates and utensils. Come for the picnic and stay for the RHPC monthly meeting at noon. Tallahassee Buddhist Book Discussion/Meditation Group. 1 to 2pm. Meets every 2nd and 4th Sunday in the Barnes N Noble Cafe in the Tallahassee Mall. Please contact Stacey Turknett for more information stayc1977@yahoo.com or 850-656-7066.

MONDAY Conscious Mastery® Guided Meditations. 6-7pm. $10.00. These inner journeys provide an understanding about who you are, and what you attract. It brings the courage to stand fully in your personal power. Join Astara Summers, Conscious Mastery® Facilitator for these deep and transformative classes. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a journal, a pen and a mat for the floor. Chairs are provided. Location: Crystal Connection on Apalachee Pkwy. Contact at 850-228-9888 or www. ConsciousMastery.org. Yoga to Feel Good. 5:30-7pm. This class combines postures with inward focus, conscious breathing and meditative awareness to support us in moving from the periphery of our being to the center. As the process unfolds, tension is released, the body relaxes, the mind calms and the Light within begins to burn a little brighter! $80 -8 weeks, drop-ins welcome. Episcopal Church of the Advent 815 Piedmont Drive. www. lakulishyogatallahassee. com call 222-0291 or email JoAnna joannadevi@ earthlink.net. Brain-Body-Memory Balance. 1:30-2:30pm. Low impact, seated exercise. Taught by Kathy Gilbert. Bring water bottle and wear comfortable clothing. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000. Spiritual Growth/Study Group based on the Edgar Cayce readings. 7pm . Join us or let us help you start your own group. Genevieve Blazek - (850) 893-3269.

Chan/Zen Group meets at 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. There are two 20-minute periods of seated meditation punctuated by short periods of either walking meditation or mindful Yoga. Each meeting concludes with a short session of question and answers. If you have no meditation experience, please arrive 20 minutes before the meeting for basic meditation instructions. For more information see us at www.tallahasseebuddhistcommunity.org/mondayevenings.html. Located at the Tallahassee Buddhist Community in Railroad Square -- 647 McDonnell Drive.

TUESDAY Healing Arts Alliance Meeting – 7-8:30pm 2nd Tues each month. Educational meeting open to all interested in healing arts. Email SusieHowell333@ comcast.net to get meeting announcements. www. healingartsalliance.org. Men in Unity, Meets at 11:45 am on the second Tuesday of each month at Honey-Baked Ham, on Capital Circle near Mahan Drive. Life Exercise - 9:30–10:30am (also Thurs). Aerobics, light weights, stretching. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St, 850-891-4000. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000. Brain-Body-Memory Balance. 10:00 – 11:00 am. Dynamic and fun low-impact exercise that improves memory, strength and balance. Bring water bottle and wear comfortable clothing. Taught by Kathy Gilbert. Optimist Park Community Center, East Indianhead Dr. 891-4009. Intermediate Yoga. 5:30-7:30. Salient principles of yoga and its journey using the Bhagavad Gita as our guide to inspire and arouse interest. 20 minutes of class is devoted to lively discussion to understand holistically the path of yoga. An intermediate posture sequence follows. Please call or email if interested. Drop-ins are not permitted. $90 for 8 weeks at the Sanctuary 2824 Par Lane off Blairstone South. www.lakulishyogatallahassee.com call 222-0291 or email JoAnna joannadevi@earthlink.net. Seated NIA Yoga (Neuromuscular Intergrative Action). 11:00 am-Noon. Taught by Lori Roberts, certified NIA yoga instructor. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000. Blood Pressure Screenings - 10am-12 Noon (also Wed & Thurs). Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St, 850-891-4000. Tallahassee Senior Center. 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000.

WEDNESDAY Brain-Body- Memory Balance. 2:00-3:00 pm. Low-impact, seated exercise. Bring water bottle and wear comfortable clothing. Heritage Oaks. 891-4000. Blood Pressure Screenings. 10am-Noon (also Tues & Thurs). Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St, 850-891-4000. Blood Glucose Screenings. 10:00 am - Noon. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St, 891-4000.

Gentle Yoga. 6:00-7:00pm. $12 per class. Gentle stretches to open the body and deepen the breath followed up by a short, guided relaxation/meditation, a perfect addition to the middle of the week to glide smoothly to the finish! Drop-ins welcome. At the Sanctuary 2824 Par Lane off Blairstone South. www.lakulishyogatallahassee.com call 222-0291 or email JoAnna joannadevi@earthlink.net. Prayer and meditation with Dr. Patty Ball Thomas, L.U.T. Noon. Unity Eastside, 8551 Buck Lake Road, admin@unity-eastside.org 656-1678. Gentle Yoga with Geralyn Russell. 10:30-11:45 a.m. At Unity Eastside, 8551 Buck Lake Road. For information, please call Geralyn Russell at 878-2843 or email her at yogawithgeralyn@yahoo.com Dropins are welcome.

THURSDAY Life Exercise. 9:30 –10:30am (also Tues). Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St, 891-4000. Blood Pressure Screenings. 10am-Noon (also Tues & Wed). Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000. Tallahassee Pagan Meetup - Second Thursday of each month at 7 pm. Come meet local Pagans, Wiccans, Witches, Druids and other practitioners of New-Age spirituality and religion! Make friends, share stories and exchange knowledge. For more information check out http://pagan.meetup.com/1296/ or email KrazyPagan@aol.com. Crystal Connection, 1105 Apalachee Parkway.

FRIDAY Chair Yoga: 11 a.m. – Noon, by Certified Yoga Instructors Bridget Kamke. A gentle yoga workout for increased mobility, bladder control, self-esteem, and mental focus. Tallahassee Senior Center, 1400 N. Monroe St. 891-4000. Devotional Chanting and Meditation- 7-9 PM on Second Friday of the month. Enrich your spiritual practice! Join Jeffji in singing easy-to-learn chants from eastern and western traditions. Donations will benefit the church. Unity Eastside, 8551 Buck Lake Road, 656-1678. Drumming Circle. 7-9 p.m. on Third Fridays in the Children’s House behind Unity Eastside’s main building. A willing heart, moving hands and a loving participation is all that’s needed. Some percussion instruments may be provided, but it if you have a drum, please bring it. Contact Mike Smith at msmithdrummerboy37@gmail.com for information. Unity Eastside, 8551 Buck Lake Road, www. unity-eastside.org 656-1678.

SATURDAY Chen Style Tai Chi. 9-10:30am. FREE. Class is suitable for practitioners of all skill levels. www. webdharma.com/taiji. Please email for additional information to: alannah1000@yahoo.com. Located at the Tallahassee Buddhist Community, 647 McDonnell Drive. Tallahassee Farmers Market at Market Square. 8am – 5pm. Year-round. rain or shine. Early Birds get the best selection! The oldest farmers market in Tallahassee. Growers and resellers. Organic and conventionally grown. 1415 Timberlane Rd Tallahassee.

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An artist and art educator with a passion for Jungian psychology, indigenous values, symbolism and writing (and over 25 years of professional experience), Licia blends visual image, written and spoken word, and healing and intuitive arts in original, unique art that reveal profound truths. Licia offers specialty commissioned collages for Rite of Passage, “Message from Spirit”, Birthday, Midlife, and Initiation into New Cycle (wonderful gifts!), playshops and customized Collage Retreats. With an international following on her Blog, FaceBook and Twitter, Licia’s genuine messages of self love and inner wisdom are gently affirming seekers all over the globe.

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Ready to shift FROM TIRED TO INSPIRED in your business and life? Elizabeth helps women entrepreneurs to increase the visibility, credibility and profitability of their businesses while practicing self care at the same time! She offers group coaching, individual coaching and leads retreats around the country.

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CranioSacral Therapy addresses scoliosis, chronic fatigue and MS, infant disorders, learning disabilities, orthopedic problems, emotional difficulties, chronic neck/back pain, stress and tension related problems, TMJ, brain/spinal cord injuries, and cancer issues. MA24604 / MM11960

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I offer phone sessions, specializing in healing serious health issues and unwanted patterns. My book ‘Wellness Wisdom’ has little known information on natural health and healing; inspired by my journey with cancer. Free 15 minutes phone consultation to learn how I can help you.

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A healthcare center-Functional medicine, patient-centered approach, non-drug, science-based, results oriented. Getting to the source of your health problems rather than bandaiding. Simple to complex problems. Skin care, digestive problems to the more complex health problems such as Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Chemical Sensitivity. Extraordinary results & health transformation. Functional medicine approach consults, hormone testing, detoxification, weight loss, expert skincare consult & prof. treatments, colonics, far-infrared sauna, physical therapy, massage therapy,

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Integrative Healthcare

N. Elizabeth Markovich, MSN, ARNP 850-878-4434 2016 Delta Blvd. Suite 100 Tallahasee 32308 www.IHCFL.com

We offer primary care, preventive care with a holistic approach. We use special testing with 11 outside laboratories to help find the cause of chronic illness and use a functional medicine approach (www. functionalmedicine.org). We also have hypnosis combined with acupuncture by IB Price MD, massage and cranio-sacral therapy by Angele LaGrave LMT and Nutritional Counseling by Leah Gilbert-Henderson PhD nutrition.Accept Medicare, Blue Cross, Universal, Aetna, others.

FLORIDA WELLNESS CENTER OF TALLAHASSEE 850.385.6664 2339 North Monroe Street (next to Boston Market) www.floridawellnessandrehab.com

At Florida Wellness & Rehabilitation Centers we are committed to keeping up with the latest technologies and treatments to provide our patients with the best rehabilitative experience possible. We believe in educating and encouraging our patients to take an active role in their own treatment.

integrative medicine

Archbold Integrative Medicine Center

John Mansberger, MD, Medical Director. 229-228-7008; 2705 E. Pinetree Blvd. #C, Thomasville, GA 31792.

A holistic team approach to a variety of medical problems. Offering acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, pain relief, natural hormone replacement, Cancer therapy, nutrition, weight control, herbal medicine, yoga and physical therapy. www.archbold.org.

iPhone App

Tallylife

Tallahassee’s 1st Local Mobile Town Guide.

The Tallylife website features all the people, places and events happening in Florida’s Capital City. All your event listings are free and can be easily uploaded via the website.Download the FREE iPhone app and soon to be released Droid app! www.tallylife. com

photography

Ansley Studio

Ansley Simmons artist . photographer . owner 229.224.6021 • www.AnsleyStudio.com

Specializing in portraits & weddings. MFA in Photography, Arts Administration Doctoral Student, Art Museum Education Certificate Florida State University

www.natallahassee.com

Physical Therapy.

Sherry Simpson, P.T.

354 Office Plaza Dr., Tallahassee, FL 32301 850-877-7310 SSimpsonpt@embarqmail.com

I have over 27 years of experience in physical therapy working with all ages and disabilities. Treatment modalities are primarily hands-on techniques and include myofacial release, craniosacral therapy, visceral techniques, muscle energy and more. Treatments also include gentle movement re-eduction. For any chronic condition as well as for general health, wellness and stress reduction.

professional SERVICES

Southeastern community blood ctr.

Yoga

UNITY OF TALLAHASSEE 2850 Unity Lane, TLH, 850-562-5744, Rev. Bill Williams, Minister,

LAKULISH YOGA

A ministry that seeks inspiration from the teachings of Jesus and finds common ground with spiritual masters from other traditions. We invite you to join us. Sunday Services 9:30 & 11 AM. Youth Education 11 AM. Wednesday Service at Noon.

www.lakulishyogatallahassee.com 850-273-1861 joannadevi@earthlink.net

Yoga is so much more than the postures we are so familiar with --- yoga is the science of the soul --- our ultimate journey! Come and explore yoga with us. We offer hatha yoga classes, chanting with Om Sweet Om, a Bhagavad Gita study group, summer yoga camp for children and periodic workshops to delve deeper into the classical 8-step path to liberation. We are dedicated to upholding the integrity of the original teachings in a loving and sacred environment.

1-800-722-2218. Located in Tallahassee; Marianna, FL; Thomasville & Douglas, GA. scbcinfo.org

Blood donors save lives. Is there any greater reward? Save Lives. Give Blood. M-F, 9am–6pm. (Sat. hours in Tallahassee: 9am–1pm)

REAL ESTATE TEAM - KW Debbie Leo - 273-9306 Jennifer Stowell - 567-3223

You can have a green home or find a green home for your family’s health and future. If you’re looking to buy or sell, call Debbie Leo and Jenn Stowell! Your Tallahassee Keller Williams agents.

worship

UNITY EASTSIDE

8551 Buck Lake Road, TLH, 850-656-1678 Rev. Jean Debarbieris Owen, Minister www,unity-eastside.org www.facebook.com- unityeastsidechurch

Rev. Jean believes the love of God is unfolding in each person, place, Thing. Join us in Worship: Celebration Service 10AM; Youth Ministry 10AM, noon prayer Wed.

natural awakenings

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Contact Donna at 850-590-7024 or at http://sendoutcards.com/askDonnahow

Tallahassee, S. Georgia, Gulf Coast